4.6

Petra Jonas Vidovic

Criminology - Kwantlen Polytechnic University - Surrey

4.6
Quality
2.3
Difficulty
94%
Would Retake
175
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4.6
Quality
2.3
Difficulty
4.6
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4.6
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94%

Would Retake

175

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What Students Say

She gonna assign you work that gonna cover next class

ARTS1100 - 5.0 rating

Really enjoyed her class this semester

CRIM2249 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

47%

Textbook Required

81%

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Amazing lectures (9)
Inspirational (8)
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Amazing lectures (6)
Get ready to read (5)
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Reviews (175)
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CRIMES
Grade: B+
Sep 10, 2004

love her way

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CRIM1100
Grade: B
Nov 13, 2004

she's a very nice, honest and organized teacher. Shes has powerpoints to make note taking easier than ever before. And they also help a lot when it comes to tests. I totally recommend her.

4.0
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CRIM1100
Nov 15, 2004

she is a gud teacher..gives notes that are helpful..i would recommend her ...she helps when you need her..go for her!!!you will enjoy her class!

5.0
3.0
CRIM1100
Nov 26, 2004

Very good prof, strongly recommend her...trust me, you'll like this class..i'm very picky abt teachers, but i found that she's pretty good.her lectures are interesting, not straight from the text, makes class fun and interesting...assignments and deadlines are reasonable :)TAKE THIS CLASS WITH HER!!

5.0
1.0
CRIM1100
Dec 10, 2004

She's very nice,and very funny! All the boys think shes hot hot hot!

5.0
3.0
CRIM1101
Dec 12, 2004

I loved her class! all her notes are done off powerpoint, very organized and very clear! tests are not overly hard, but studying is a must. no pop quizzes or anything like that. very nice, and helpful. allows interesting class discussions that are fun.

5.0
4.0
1100
Jan 19, 2005

So good. Able to get the class going and makes time run fast. Fun to be in for the whole time.

5.0
4.0
CRIM1100
Jan 19, 2005

An outstanding prof. who really knows her stuff. Highly recommended!

5.0
3.0
CRIM1100
Jan 19, 2005

Without a doubt, one of the best profs I've ever had!

4.0
3.0
CRIM1100
Mar 6, 2005

She's a nice teacher but I find her notes hard to follow. Trying to study them later was confusing. The projects are fun and as long as you study hard the tests aren't so bad. I enjoy her class.

3.0
1.0
CRIM1100
Mar 24, 2005

if you want to take a course that will bore you to tears, take this one. PJV recites whats in the textbook but is an easy marker...just ask her lots of questions.

3.0
3.0
CRIM1100
Apr 10, 2005

MEH...w/e she freakin' gave me a C-..gosh man..she's alright at teaching..kinda boring..all u do is take notes and she'll laugh her annoying laugh once in a while..sit there and take notes and bore urself to death..and somebody needs to tell her she's a professor and not going to attending some club

1.0
2.0
CRIM1100
Apr 10, 2005

first and foremost NOT PROFESSOR MATERIAL..she is obviously there for attention from the boys but just to let u boys know she's married..she may not inform u. class time allows u to catch up on ur sleep..material covered is so boring she needs to do some work and make the class somewhat interesting

5.0
2.0
CRIM1100
Apr 11, 2005

In response to the two negative reviews, your use of the english language only depicts as to why you received such a bad mark (grow up!). Otherwise, Prof. Vidovic is outstanding and I highly recommend her to everyone.

4.0
3.0
CRIM1100
Apr 20, 2005

Notes VERY lenghty, too detailed. Uses good examples. Midterms-okay.Final-MOST out of text, quite difficult.Presentation easy but boring. Book review is fun-book is interesting.Class was boring, not very interactive.Shes nice, and helpful, if u ask. Wudnt mind taking her again. Reading text is KEY!

5.0
1.0
CRIM1100
May 7, 2005

Very helpful teacher.Read the text & know the MAIN topics for the exams, but other than that just study the class notes(they cover most of the exam Qs).The exams seem hard but when i came out expecting a C I'd end up with an A(basically she's an easy marker). For an interesting/easy class, take her.

5.0
3.0
CRIM1100
May 19, 2005

She's a good teacher, and knows how to teach. Makes classes fun, and gave me 100% on a presentation.

3.0
3.0
CRIM1100
Grade: A+
Aug 12, 2005

in response to the review that states that people who feel petra is not a great teacher..we dont need to grow up if some people feel t hat petra is just teaching for attention and to bore the hell out of everyone then that's our opinion and mind your own grammer mistakes...none of your business...

3.0
3.0
CRIM1101
Oct 24, 2005

Well I think that she's hot but she rushes through the slides and looks annoyed when we ask to go back, and she bull&^*% her way through a lot of questions. Seems unprepared.

3.0
3.0
CRIM1101
Nov 2, 2005

This teacher is OK but I really wonder if she has any experience outside of school. I always thought that teachers should be pros in what they do...she's a total textbook teacher. I hate that. She's nice, but that's not gonna cut it for me! I'd take her again though...her exams are pretty slack.

2.0
2.0
CRIM1100
Nov 11, 2005

You will not make it very far through life if you cannot appreciate others opinions and simply attack them for speaking their minds. I don't like this teacher, but I don't give a crap if other students do - this is here to help each other remember

4.0
2.0
CRIM11002330
Nov 13, 2005

Nice, helpful and good teacher. Good notes all off of powerpoint. And she's a fair marker, the workload is reasonable too. Have to do presentations in her class, only one though for 10min.

4.0
2.0
CRIM2330
Nov 26, 2005

She is HOT. Got an 8AM class with her, and to be honest I haven't skipped a single class. What a beauty! Shes a good teacher too!

4.0
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CRIM2330
Dec 9, 2005

She's easy for 1100 but she toughens up a bit for 2330. Marked easy in 1100 but she marks hard for her 2nd year classes. Same layout as 1100- presentation, 2 midterms, 1 final, 1 term paper. Tests m/c, short answer t/f and def. An okay prof. starting to mark harder though.

5.0
2.0
CRIM11001101
Dec 19, 2005

She is an awesome teacher. she tries to make class interesting and is always prepared for the lessons. all of her notes are straight forward and powerpoint. That makes tests really easy to study for. projects are easy if u put in some time. not hard to get a good grade. plus shes hot!!!

2.0
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2330
Dec 20, 2005

extremely unclear in expectations. notes on powerpoint but don't expect to follow fast enough or understand them later! able to get a good mark & pretty fair marker but not really a pleasant classroom experience :(

5.0
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1101
Jan 4, 2006

One of my comments was erased from site since I talked about her looks so no more. Students wondering she is great at her job. She preps you for well and provides good review sheets and makes really boring material fun. Taking her next week in Richmond. Cool.

5.0
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YOUNGOFFENDERS
Mar 30, 2006

A lot of assignments and tests but overall good teacher.

3.0
3.0
INTROCRIM
Apr 9, 2006

Seems like a nice person, but seemed so disorganized and unprepared that I dropped the course.

4.0
3.0
CRIM1100
Apr 23, 2006

you would think for a crim class she would be easy. Her essay is not explained well (which explains why the class did so poorly) and her tests consist of examples in the text book which she does not put in her outline. Never Take Her!!

5.0
2.0
CRIM1100
Jul 31, 2006

Great

5.0
2.0
CRIM1100
Aug 22, 2006

Amazing teacher! She inspired me to major in Criminology, all notes are on powerpoint, explains them all very well, gives review sheets for tests, preps you well for the test, assignments are great and NO FINAL-there is a project but u get all semester to complete it. Definately taking her again!

5.0
2.0
CRIM1100
Sep 15, 2006

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5.0
3.0
CRIM1101
Sep 28, 2006

See for yourselves fellow classmates! She can talk for miles about any issue and makes the jsutice system exciting. Honestly a great experience and very intelligent teacher so her young age is not even noticed. Good going prof Jonas.

5.0
3.0
CRIM1101
Nov 28, 2006

Never thought to say this but I will be sad when the semester is over bcause I aint takin' her in Jan. I had no idea a young thing like her can know so much and talks and talks. Fun class boyzzz and gals.

5.0
1.0
CRIM1101
Dec 6, 2006

Very good teacher. Course content was very easy to understand, it was also very clear. There is NO FINAL!. I would definetly take another class with this prof.

5.0
1.0
SOCIOS10
Dec 8, 2006

No Comments

5.0
1.0
CRIM1101
Dec 21, 2006

Petra is a good teacher. She explains the material very well, and she is extremely nice and very approachable. Class format was 3 tests, one group presentation and an essay. tests were m/c, t/f, matching, fill in blanks and short answer. Her tests were easy if you studied, and she is an easy marker. I highly reccomend her.

5.0
4.0
CRIM1100
Jan 31, 2007

THANK YOU, THANK YOU AND THANK YOU. 8ams feel like nooners. What a gem.

5.0
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CRIM2249
Feb 11, 2007

It is a small class and this enthusiastic prof really tries to get everyone involved. Take this class because she really knows how to make young offender issues extremely interesting. No final but the tests are challenging. Need to attend class to keep up.

5.0
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CRIM1100
Mar 30, 2007

Such a cool class. The theories part is easy because Jonas really uses practical real examples to make it easy on us. A realy knowledge base this refreshing smily prof is.

4.0
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CRIM1100
Aug 3, 2007

8 am class = no problem waking up to her. one of the finest teachers on campus, good teaching methods as well. i got a b with like minamal attendance + coming hungover to class when i was there. great teacher though, really cooperative and helpful. did i mention shes hot?

5.0
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CRIM2330
Aug 9, 2007

Honestly I'm sad the summer is almost over with Petra. She made the class really interesting and I know so much about crim behav now. Fair, stays true to her word, so smart and friendly. Won't comment on her looks like everyone else because that takes away from why we really like her.

5.0
3.0
CRIM1100
Nov 18, 2007

Great teacher, lots of fun and never dull. Put in minimal effort and you should pass.

5.0
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CRIM1100
Dec 1, 2007

Petra is very helpful and available all the time in her office. She makes me feel at easy because of her friendliness way. I have really enjoyed her class and even with a lot of stuff to do througout the weeks Petra makes everyone want to do well. A smartest kind professor no doubt.

5.0
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CRIM1100
Dec 22, 2007

Petra, is an awesome teacher, I would definlety recommend her to ppl who are taking crim. She is so knowledgable, and u actullay understand the concept she tries to teach u. Has a gud markin style,averages out the mraks in a gud way, so everything is gud @ the end. She gives excellent examples during lectures so u remember the concepts easily.

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CRIM1100
Feb 25, 2008

ya she keeps the class interesting with her good looks.

5.0
1.0
CRIM1100
Apr 4, 2008

WHAT IS THE BREAKDOWN FOR THIS TEACHER CRIM 1100 AND 2213? EXAMS, ASSIGNMENTS, PARTICIPATION, GROUP PRESENTATION?

5.0
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CRIM2213
May 5, 2008

I took a lot of profs and she is a awesome lecturer!! My friend wants to get in but can't so the class is full. Really happy Petra is my prof again and this class should be good.

5.0
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CRIM2213
Jun 17, 2008

AMAZING energetic young prof no doubt. As a dude in her class i'm Learning so much from her about women and crime and she does not shove the feminist side down your throat. Totally fair many sided approach and loads of insight.

5.0
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CRIM2213
Jun 21, 2008

Crime is my elective but this prof rocks! I bombed a test dew to no studying and she was really willing to encorage me. Smart and fun. Every person tries because she makes you want to do well.

5.0
1.0
CRIM1100
Jun 21, 2008

Way da go! Luv ya style. Smart-fun-patient-kind-smiley-knows her *____* about ever-y-ting to du wit crime. I failed 1100 first time & taking it again. Shes the bestest

5.0
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CRIM2213
Jul 1, 2008

I love her style, I love her smile. She offers a detailed review sheet for tests and if you folllow it you will do good. She is firm on deadlines unless you have a note though and isn't easy to fool. Took her before and will gladley take her again. Best female crim prof ever.

5.0
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CRIM2213
Jul 28, 2008

AMAZING teacher. I love her. So nice and smart and really understanding of personal situations. No push over though. She has so much research experience to bring forwerd to all. So worth taking her class. The best ive had.

5.0
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CRIM1100
Aug 19, 2008

best teacher ever, perfect teaching standards!! can't get a lower mark than a B unless you try really hard to fail. you enjoy and learn lots. you would wake up early morning just to attend her class because she is just that gorgeous! What more would someone as for in an instructor!

5.0
2.0
CRIM1100
Nov 12, 2008

BEST TEACHER EVER, she gives you 2 quizzes and a midterm which are really easy, she gives u a review sheet before hand. There is a group project and a written assignment, which isn't hard at all. LOVE THIS TEACHER and a bonus for the guys, she is absolutely gorgeous.

5.0
2.0
CRIM1101
Nov 26, 2008

great teacher. very down to earth. she knows what students want, as she is one herself. tests are decent, and if you deserve a mark, she'll give it to you. powerpoints are straight forward. has interesting movies. nothings negative to say about her!

5.0
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CRIM1101
Dec 3, 2008

Let's talk beyond beautiful and warm, Ms. Petra is the greatest prof and fare in her marking reqs. I had fun just attending and listening to her every word and I ain't the only one. Too bad it is tough to get into her classes because they are always full. Buds of mine can't seem to get in this spring. take her and you are lucky dude. awesome.

5.0
2.0
CRIM1101
Dec 10, 2008

I am a joint crim-psych student and Petra is one of 'the' best profs ever and not saying this just because I got an A- in her class yesterday and i'm a girl. Students reading this, trust me she is so witty, warm and kind to all. Everyone who tries does well and we all think she is great.

5.0
2.0
CRIM1100
Jan 22, 2009

SHE IS AWSOME. VERY KNOWLEDGEABLE. YET STRICT.

5.0
4.0
CRIM1100
Feb 19, 2009

excellent!

5.0
2.0
CRIM1101
Mar 19, 2009

So fantastic. A definite take! It's been my most enjoyable experience at Kwan so far! Blondie totally knows her stuff about the System. Can come across tuff and sweet all at the same time. Must study to do well on her test but she gives a SOLID review. Way to go Jonas-V. Hotness factor is off the charts.

4.0
3.0
CRIM1100
Mar 23, 2009

A lot of self study required. Tests include topics discussed during class, including videos.

5.0
2.0
CRIM1100
Mar 30, 2009

Best prof I've ever had. Super dedicated. Tests are challenging but very fair. Petra prepares you. Presentations are fun and written assign is not hard but does require lots of real source incopration. Love her.

5.0
1.0
CRIM1100
May 14, 2009

u'll be lucky if u get her class..i took her crim 1100 & 1101 classes..totally dedicated towards the students..just attend her every class on time, go through the text & read her notes thoroughly..do your written assignment on time..don't worry for the group presentation..just put your effort well & she'll give u more marks than u deserve!LOVE HER!

5.0
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CRIM1101
May 31, 2009

For crim 1100 & 1101:- 3 quizzes of 20% each consisting of M/C, T/F & some short answers(mostly from her powerpoint slides but u have to read text for M/C). 1 written paper of 15%(u must submit ur paper on time); 1 group presentation of 15%(she won't mark harsh);& 10% on participation(u have 2 attend each & every class for this). HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

5.0
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CRIM1100
Nov 7, 2009

Amazing teacher. You will be extremley lucky to have her. She relates what she teaches to personal expieriences which I found great for learning. Tests are hard but not impossible, she words thing a little bit differently so it can be confusing at times. Otherwise she is organized, enthusiastic and I would not hesitate to take another class of hers

3.0
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CRIM1100
Nov 19, 2009

She is great teached.Really nice person.She relates some topics to her personal life experiences which makes it very interesting.shes cute too!!

5.0
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CRIM1100
Nov 24, 2009

super nice. cares about her students. has 2 quizzes and they are fair consists of MC, T/F and short answer. her notes are usually posted and very helpful. she gets a lot of her test questions from the text so reading is a must. does group activites a lot in class and are useful for tests.one group project and written assignment.

4.0
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CRIM2213
Dec 3, 2009

Amazing!!!!

5.0
1.0
CRIM1100
Dec 11, 2009

Petra is AMAZING. Best Crim teacher a guy could ask for. She's interesting, funny and good looking! the list just goes on and on lol... She has a passion for teaching and it is clear she means bizzness. Fair marker and interesting subject matter. Knowledge reigns supreme so if you can get in her class, like Nike says, "JUST DO IT!"

5.0
1.0
CRIM2213
Dec 14, 2009

Petra totally blew me away and the rest of us with her knowledge of the subject about everything, so passionate and enthused about everything she does. Such a pleasure to take. I learned so much about women issues and Ive taken her before so I new shed be great! Very caring, interesting and fair marker. Tests are challenging if you don't study.

5.0
2.0
CRIM1100
Dec 17, 2009

Great teacher! I loved her, she was very nice, accomodating for when I had to write one of the quizzes at a different time, tells you exactly what to study beforehand. Always looked forward to this class!

5.0
2.0
CRIM1100
Dec 25, 2009

wonderful teacher, wonderful person. everyone should take her class

5.0
2.0
CRIM2330
Jun 25, 2010

Petra is a great teacher, very accomodating and is super laid ack and her tests are fair. Put a little bit of work in, study and follow along and you'll walk away with a good understanding of what happened.

5.0
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CRIM2330
Jul 22, 2010

Had her for 1100, 1101 and she was great and now 2330 again Petra nows how to make the class always fun and interesting. Very experienced, knowledge. Best crim prof. Take her if you can.

5.0
3.0
CRIM1101
Jul 22, 2010

Experienced, knowledgeable, helpful, nice, reasonable, fair. All the good things you want in a prof. Really does think back to when she was a student and treats hers according to what she believes is fair, and is right on the mark with it.

5.0
2.0
CRIM2330
Jul 28, 2010

LOVE THIS CLASS!! She is sooooo good.

5.0
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CRIM2330
Aug 5, 2010

Petra is very caring and always has a lot to say about everything she covers. Also she understands student problems and makes everyone feel good, even you do bad like I did on a few of the stuff due. SMILES all of the time and shes funny too.

5.0
1.0
CRIM2330
Aug 6, 2010

I love this teacher i wish she was cloned and but in every class. if you don't like this teacher then all i can say is what is wrong with you

5.0
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CRIM2330
Aug 12, 2010

So so sad I can't take her next semester because young offends class is full. She really impacted me. Lucky if you get Petra. Smart, sassy, and no bull$##* with her. Really nice and fair.

5.0
2.0
CRIM2330
Sep 9, 2010

she is awesome,you have to study for this class but you will do well. she gives an outline before each exam to let you know what to study for and what might be on the test. M/C, short answer and matching on exam. one paper and one group presentation and group discussions worth marks. I am an average B student and I got an A- in her class :)

5.0
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CRIM2249
Sep 27, 2010

Really loving this class. She rocks!!!

5.0
1.0
CRIM2330
Oct 23, 2010

All i have to say is if petra taught every class i ever took in life I would be the smartest man in the world

5.0
1.0
CRIM2330
Dec 6, 2010

great class and great lady, makes things easy for you, and easy exams. would love to take another class with her if i had the opportunity.

5.0
3.0
CRIM2249
Dec 7, 2010

Just had the last class with her. Petra is so fair, smart, beautifuly refreshing and understanding. Made her self always available in her office and never intimidats. You must study to do well on her test but she prepares you well. Smartest prof I've had a long time and knows all about youth.

5.0
2.0
CRIM2330
Dec 10, 2010

great teacher, learned alot the courseware was very interesting and can be used in other classes so that's a plus would definitely recommend her

5.0
3.0
CRIM2330
Dec 13, 2010

Never seen a prof get so many hand shakes after last exam. My hats off to Petra because she was the best teacher Ive had the pleasure of having. Beyond being so easy on the eyes everyone is glued to her every word because she's 'that' smart. HATS off PROF VIDOCIC. Oh yeah ive had her youth and women next semester too..yahhhh!!

4.0
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CRIM2330
Dec 17, 2010

at first, i was not sure about Petra. to me her lecture is a little dry. but one the other hand, learn alot, and exams and papers are good..

5.0
1.0
CRIM2249
Dec 20, 2010

I took 2330 2249 and now i get to take 2213 she is the best prof you can ask for and she always says "hi" before class

4.0
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CRIM2249
Dec 22, 2010

She is sweet, knowledgeable, sympathetic.... oh and very easy to look at. I found the material a bit difficult, but that's probably just me. She knows her stuff and will bend over backwards to help out students. She honestly wants everyone to do well, and understands the life of a modern day student. Reccomended!

5.0
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CRIM1100
Dec 22, 2010

best teacher ever

5.0
2.0
CRIM1100
Jan 6, 2011

Very clear teacher, straight to the point and the course is actually really interesting if you pay attention. Reading the text isn't required but it would definitely help! Her exams are kind of tough but she tries to give you hints in advance about what material she will be testing you on. All in all, if you attend class you should do fine!

5.0
1.0
CRIM2213
Apr 9, 2011

wish there were more prof like her

5.0
2.0
CRIMR
Apr 28, 2011

good class to prepare for future crim classes

5.0
1.0
CRIM1125
Jun 7, 2011

Petra is the best teacher I've had this year! She is so helpful, so nice and realy cares for her students. All of the rest of the comments about her being so awesome are true. If you read the textbook, you are good and she covers that same material in class and is interesting to listen to as she is not boring. Definitely recommend!

4.0
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CRIM1100
Nov 11, 2011

Petra likes to tell stories A LOT. Not that it's a bad thing, but sometimes it feels like droning. She really brings the course material to life though, and her stories are really interesting, like the stuff you see on tv. Her tests are a little difficult, blending notes and text together. I think she's great for a first year course!

5.0
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CRIM2249
Nov 16, 2011

Petra is really a fantastic prof. She provides so many real examples from her research and field experience and all of the stuff she says makes ya really know the material. Brings life to the boring textbook. Firm, smiley and approachable and just plain super smart. Ok yes she's a magnetic gal too but it goes beyond that

5.0
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CRIM1100
Nov 17, 2011

Ok if you don't like her their is something wrong with you

4.0
3.0
CRIM1100
Nov 23, 2011

take the notes, review for tests and shes a pretty easy teacher. great for first year students

5.0
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CRIM2249
Nov 28, 2011

Best teacher I have EVER had. Enjoy all her classes. No push over and don't give extensions easily but very fair. Knows her field very well.Tests are hard so study.

5.0
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CRIM1100
Dec 5, 2011

Best teacher ever! If you go to class and just take the notes you're set. She doesn't give extensions but her tests are straight forward and based on a study guide she gives you. She brings a lot of the course work to life and makes the class interesting. Need more profs like her! If you don't go to class at least have a buddy to take notes for u.

4.0
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CRIM2249
Dec 6, 2011

She seems nice but wasn't really nice to me outside of class. Tests are easy if you read the text & review notes. I kind of gave up the class because I don't feel she liked me.. Oh well.

5.0
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CRIM2249
Dec 19, 2011

okay first off, she is really good looking! Great teacher, best i have had at kpu. Cares about her students. Use the review for the tests! very helpful. Cute laugh as well!

5.0
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CRIM1100
Dec 22, 2011

really nice, makes a lot of sense and tells a bunch of stories that actually go with the course. one of my first teachers and i hear that im not gonna get anyone better

4.0
2.0
CRIM1100
Dec 29, 2011

easy prof..uses real life examples to relate to course material..not very helpful but if you read the text/notes you dont really need to ask for a lotta help anyways..tests are easy

4.0
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CRIM1100
Dec 29, 2011

shes easy but kinda dull..talks a lot but good at relating real life examples with course material..tests are pretty straight forward

5.0
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CRIM1100
Jan 3, 2012

Doesn't get better than her. Very funny and effective way to make students understand material. Bright and cheery. Must study to do well in her class. No extensions though.

5.0
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CRIM1100
Jun 11, 2012

Nice teacher...3 tests,a project, and an essay. Pretty easy...just do your best and study her notes (powerpoint) and the readings to do well on the test...the project (presentation) is easy. Just put in your effort and you will walk out with a good mark!

5.0
2.0
CRIM11002330
Mar 9, 2013

Petra is great. She tells you exactly what you are going to need to know for tests, no tricks. She is very helpful when you ask her. I got an A- for crim 1100 and a B+ for crim 2330 but honestly you can easily do better than that. She's awesome, I would highly recommend her

5.0
2.0
CRIM3217
Nov 21, 2013

Petra is the best prof I have ever had at KPU. I learned so much from her in this class and she makes every topic exciting. So nice, brilliant in this area and not high onherself at all. Everyone loves her and I cant wait to go to her next class.

5.0
1.0
CRIM2249
Nov 21, 2013

She's simply amazing. Smart as whip and everyone likes her because Petra is so nice and understanding students needs. Very good and knowledeable about all youth and brings her research experience. Hard tests but just study. Very nice but doesn't sway if you beg for higher grade. Tough that way.

4.0
2.0
CRIM3217
Dec 3, 2013

Petra is a very nice professor, however, her power point presentations tend to be boring, topic of women and crime is a bit repetitive .She does group work which is engaging and fun. Go to class for participation marks, study for the exams because they are difficult!!

5.0
3.0
CRIM3217
Dec 29, 2013

Highly experienced and ultra fun prof. Best teacher ive had the pleasure of taking an all crim students keep trying to take her. Woman class is realky interesting because she knows all stuff about criminal women issues and captivates attention. Hard tests but if you study you do well and she helps so much if you ask.

5.0
2.0
CRIM2249
Dec 30, 2013

Love her! Best teacher ever. Petra is lively, aporoachable, smart about entire youth topics and so nice. Took her before and taking her upper course in spring. Very organized and it is just a great class

5.0
1.0
CRIM3249
Grade: Pass
Jun 28, 2014

Petra is an awesome teacher who is very helpful and kind. She wants her students to do well and helps in any way possible. Just study her powerpoint notes and the online reading and this will guarantee an A in her class.

4.0
2.0
2249
Grade: B+
Nov 17, 2014

Go for her! She is amazing.

3.0
4.0
CRIM1100
Mar 14, 2015

She's really nice and cheery but doesn't follow her syllabus so you will come to class reading according to the syllabus but she will be talking about next weeks chapter which gets you behind on class and she lectures on stuff that's not in the book so u better pay attention all in all there's so many good crim profs so I would choose someone else

5.0
3.0
CRIM3249
Mar 18, 2015

Waited two years to take her class because of the long wait lists for her. Was worth the wait. Her experience and knowledge in youth issues is amazing especially about the system, sentencing and youth theory. Her working in the area of youth, psychopathy and fasd helps. So much interview knowledge. Would take her again and again.

5.0
4.0
CRIM2249
Mar 19, 2015

All I kept hearing was hot and smart she was but the hotness made me sceptical to take her but I am very glad I did. She changed my outlook on life. Petra is not like any other prof Ive had the pleasure of taking at KPU. She's the best ever. Forget her stunning physical look because she is oblivious to it. So down to earth and most of all smart.

5.0
2.0
1100
Mar 20, 2015

Petra is an awesome prof. She has a lot of knowledge about criminology in general and is just a charming lady. You have to study (obviously) but her exams are not too hard. In all she really wants to see her students exceed. Her lectures can get a bit boring at times but for the most part she's alright. She's also not too bad to look at haha.

5.0
4.0
CRIM1100
Mar 24, 2015

Shines bright like a diamond (reminds me of the Rihanna song). BEST prof I've ever had in the Crime department.

5.0
4.0
CRIM3249
Grade: A+
Apr 11, 2015

Take her. It was my best experience at KPU. Informative lectures based on her research experiences. So smart and experienced for being a young prof. Gets along with everyone and a fair marker but is tough so be prepared to put in the work.

3.0
4.0
CRIM1100
Jun 20, 2015

Petra is really nice and cheery as for the class there was 3 tests 1 presentation and 1 essay and a bunch of group work for marks you can easily pull off an A+ on her tests but they require you to study for 5 days because there's stuff in her test review sheet that isn't in the book nor lectures which makes studying a long and hard process

5.0
1.0
CRIM3217
Oct 21, 2015

Beautiful, smart and inspriing. LOVE her classes

5.0
1.0
ARTS1100
Grade: A-
Nov 19, 2015

She is so nice. Teaches well and there for help.

4.0
1.0
CRIM2249
Nov 23, 2015

Really great teacher! She truly cares about the success of her students. Lectures are bearable, and a really reasonable marker. Group presentation, 1 paper, 2 midterms and a final! A lot of work but again, easy marker if you show you equally care about your grade.

5.0
1.0
ARTS1100
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 24, 2015

She makes class time so interesting. Time passes so quickly. She cares about student success.

5.0
3.0
CRIM3217
Dec 1, 2015

By far the top CRIM prof here. Confident - bold - charismatic. Wish she taught all the courses. She is hot, super smart and keeps everything current. You will learn so much about women as offenders and victims and how they are oppressed and also empowered. REALLY loved her class. I've had her before for other courses and she never disappoints.

5.0
1.0
ARTS1100
Grade: A-
Dec 5, 2015

Fun class. Didn't feel any pressure, so much fun work in groups. 3 hours passes in seconds.

5.0
2.0
ARTS1100
Grade: A
Dec 6, 2015

Petra is one of the best professors I have ever had. Her lectures are very interesting and clear. Shes VERY accommodating, she allowed me to submit my paper 2 weeks late. Also she makes sure she doesnt overpower herself over her students and treats them like equals. I wish she taught all my classes!!

5.0
1.0
ARTS1100
Dec 7, 2015

Nice professor. Care about their student and want them to succeed. Relate work to real life. When ever need help there for every student.

4.0
2.0
ARTS1100
Dec 8, 2015

Best prof. Ever

4.0
2.0
ARTS1100
Dec 9, 2015

Her teaching criteria good. There for help. Fair marker.

5.0
2.0
ARTS1100
Dec 10, 2015

She makes class interesting by giving real example . Really push students to participate and do group participation.

5.0
1.0
ARTS1100
Grade: C+
Dec 10, 2015

She is nice but didn't give bonus marks. My total grade of course was 65.97 and I need 1 point to upgrade to B- from C+ but she said "you need to earn it " Fair marker . Really want to help her students

5.0
3.0
ARTS1100
Grade: A
Dec 11, 2015

Her class is full of enjoyment. Interesting class learn a lot during lectures and give students a opportunity to give there views in class what they thing. Lot of fun activities. She keeps on smiling every time . Her lectures went so quickly . I wish this class can be of 6 months

5.0
3.0
CRIM1100
Grade: B
Dec 12, 2015

I had Petra for my first semester at Kwantlen. She is a very nice, approachable and helpful prof. She is a bit of a hard marker but you learn what you did wrong and what can be improved on for next timem I highly recommend her to everybody, she's amazing!

5.0
2.0
ARTS1100
Dec 12, 2015

Well to get good grades everyone have to study. Not just by choosing easy teacher u will pass, u have to work hard. Petra is nice teacher , fair marker , lots of examples. Really worried about her students for future because of economy and high prices , she mention it several times in class.

4.0
2.0
ARTS1100
Dec 13, 2015

Learn a lot

5.0
3.0
ARTS1100
Grade: B+
Dec 16, 2015

Aaaa you have to pre read from home to understand the concept. She gonna assign you work that gonna cover next class. So please do read before going to class than you gonna understand topic in depth and for sure you gonna get atleast A. If you don't want to pre read just make notes and read that day so you can understand topic and you can do well

5.0
4.0
CRIM2249
Grade: A-
Sep 7, 2016
Would take again

Absolutely amazing teacher. Very helpful. I wish i could take more class with her. Go to classes because she gives exam questions sometimes. very respectful toward students.

Amazing lectures
Caring
GROUP PROJECTS
4.0
2.0
ARTS1100
Grade: A-
Dec 2, 2016
Would take again

An ok prof.

5.0
3.0
CRIM3249
Sep 6, 2017
Would take again

She's back! I heard she had returned from having a baby and I enrolled into her class right away. She is better that I even remember. Excellent lectures. Made all the students feel so alive and comfortable. Really vibrant in her delivery and always bright smile.

Respected
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
2.0
CRIM1100
Nov 14, 2017
Would take again

She is really nice and cares about students.

Respected
Inspirational
GROUP PROJECTS
5.0
2.0
CRIM1100
Nov 15, 2017
Would take again

She is really nice and super helpful! It's easy to do good in her class if you just pay attention. I highly recommend her.

Inspirational
Caring
5.0
3.0
CRIM1100
Grade: B+
Nov 15, 2017
Would take again

she is AWESOME. I am a international student and she understand my problem, she is very caring and sweet. She is very helpful and understanding, if you have understandable reason and she will let you have more time to do the papers. not alot of homework, read the chapter before you go to class tho!! I remcommend her 100%

Respected
Get ready to read
Inspirational
5.0
3.0
CRIM1100
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 28, 2017
Would take again

I absolutely loved this class. Petra is an incredible professor who loves what she does. If you are taking crim, take petra for sure! She is by far the best prof I have had so far.

Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
Inspirational
5.0
3.0
CRIM2330
Mar 2, 2018
Would take again

This is such an interesting course with Petra. Her delivery is engaging and enjoyable. High energy and great examples. Test was easy if you studied. Highly recommend her.

Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
CRIM1100
Mar 8, 2018
Would take again

Petra is outstanding. Best prof to date at KPU and I have taken many CRIM courses this term and last. She does smart lectures. Really nice too.

Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
2.0
CRIM2249
Grade: A-
Apr 6, 2018
Would take again

Really enjoyed her class this semester. Very informative and interactive. The course consisted of ONE quiz; ONE group presentation; ONE midterm; ONE paper assignment; and ONE final. Overall, really enjoyed the course and will definitely take her again!

Respected
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
5.0
1.0
CRIM2249
Oct 22, 2018
Would take again

Easy tests, a paper and a presentation. She looks great and wears heels every classs.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
5.0
3.0
CRIM1100
Nov 28, 2018
Would take again

Petra is really amazing professor. she always ready to help and she always encourage students.

Respected
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
CRIM2249
Dec 5, 2018
Would take again

Best prof I had to date. Fair, work hard in her class. Excellent lectures really engages you.

Gives good feedback
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
4.0
CRIM2249
Apr 4, 2019
Would take again

I learned so much from Petra about youth and crime. She knows her stuff and is always full of energy and insight. Keeps everything about the system sounding so interesting. Best KPU prof to date. Take her. No doubt about it

Inspirational
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
5.0
1.0
CRIM2249
Grade: A+
Apr 9, 2019
Would take again

THE BEST CRIM PROF AT KPU HANDS DOWN! I had her for crim1100 and criminology 2249 and she's the best. her study guides r lifesavers and she lets u bring a cheatsheet like bless up! there deff needs to be more profs like her at cpu. I recommend her! she's an easy marker too. I literally forgot a name of a theory on a test and she still gave me marks

Gives good feedback
Respected
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
CRIM1101
Nov 27, 2019
Would take again

Thought this CJS class would be boring but was told to take Petra. She is so lively and knows about the system I couldn't believe it. Whole class was completely into her lecture style. Tests are hard if you don't study but she gives you reviews. I keep trying to take her but her classes get huge waitlists right away! TAKE HER

Respected
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
2.0
CRIM1100
Nov 4, 2020
Would take again

I loved this teacher she was very well spoken and clear in her lectures. Tests are layed out and work is easy to understand. She cares about the students and answers emails quickly. My favourite prof this semester.

Respected
Group projects
Lecture heavy
5.0
2.0
CRIM1100
Nov 12, 2020
Would take again

The best professor I had by far. She was so kind and really just wanted to get to know the students and looked forward to reading the weekly opinion based questions. There are two mandatory questions you have to do every week for your participation mark, and three tests that are all multiple choice and t&f. I would 100% take her again if I could.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Caring
5.0
2.0
CRIM1100
Dec 14, 2020
Would take again

really enjoyed this course. A lot of different assignments so there are a lot of ways to get marks. Tests are not hard if you do her review, study and have done all the readings. Nothing bad to say!

Get ready to read
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
5.0
1.0
CRIM1100
Grade: A-
Dec 22, 2020
Would take again

Great prof! Does not give many assignments and marks very easily for the assignments she does give. Amazing prof and I would definitely recommend her to anyone who wants to take a crim class.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Caring
5.0
3.0
CRIM2249
Grade: B
Apr 27, 2021
Would take again

Petras online was the course I looked forward to the most. She gives concise, clear instructions and gives excellent feedback on the written essay and is really engaging to listen to. Tough tests if you dont prep well and you need to do the forums to get participation marks. I will take her again.

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Clear grading criteria
5.0
4.0
CRIM1100
Grade: B-
Apr 27, 2021
Would take again

I was nervous being my 1st year but I loved this class. Super smart and exciting lectures which I learnt a lot about crime. A lot of different assignments and tests and ways to get good grades if you stay on task. She is my favourite and I will take again.

Respected
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
1.0
CRIM1100
Grade: A-
Jan 5, 2022
Would take again

She is the best professor in the KPU criminology department. She takes some time to grade your assignments but you will definitely get a good feedback from her side. There is only one media presentation in a group which is obviously a grade booster.

Inspirational
Group projects
Caring
5.0
3.0
CRIM3249
Grade: Not sure yet
Mar 8, 2022
Would take again

Petra is highly organized and her lectures are very interesting. This course covered so many youth justice issues and she's very knowledgable about all of it! Maybe too many assignments but then again you can get good marks if you work hard. Really nice and always full of energy and smiles. Enthusiastic and fun. I will take her again.

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
1.0
4.0
1100
Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 11, 2022

dont take her this is a intro class but she talks non stop and hard class "quizzes" r worth 20% she just talks about random things wastes all 3 hours wont give proper instructions and she doesnt care about u dont take her if ur taking it as a elective but if ur crim major go for it cuz u might like her and textbook is required and its expensive

Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
1100
Grade: B
Dec 16, 2022
Would take again

Incredible semester with Petra. She's extremely knowledgeable about all topics. Anyone who has anything negative to say only says that because they did bad in the class. It is a tough class if you don't study but she has many different assessments-assignments to get grades. I will take her again and again and most of my friends are all taking her.

Get ready to read
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
4.0
2249
Grade: B+
Dec 19, 2022
Would take again

Simply the best prof at KPU hands down bruh!

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Respected
5.0
3.0
1100
Grade: B-
Dec 19, 2022
Would take again

Reading, writing, presenting, tests and discussions you must engage and do all this to get a good mark. Petra is extremely smart in this field and her energy and enthusiasm makes you want to see her in class everyday! Take her and work hard.

4.0
2.0
CRIM2249
Grade: B+
May 7, 2023
Would take again

Had Petra for this online course in the fall semester of 2021. I enjoyed it overall.

Clear grading criteria
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
CRIM3249
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 30, 2023

Ungodly amount of homework, forums, and activities. IDEK why she's 5/5 here.

Lots of homework
So many papers
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
CRIM3249
Grade: B+
Dec 19, 2023
Would take again

Had Petra for 1100 and 2249 she's just the best. Exciting lectures and delivers learning in a compassionate and informed way that makes you stay tuned. If you aren't in class you lose marks for the in class activity portion but the worksheets are so helpful for the tests and assignments. You do have to stay on top of everything in class and online

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
3.0
2249
Grade: A-
Dec 19, 2023
Would take again

Seriously love Petra. Finally got into her class after having her for 1100 online. So energized in person and on video and actually cares about her students. There are a lot of assessments so you gotta stay enrolled in the class or it will pass you by quickly and you will be behind. Could have done better if I focused on the deadlines for stuff.

Get ready to read
Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
CRIM2249
Grade: B+
Oct 11, 2024
Would take again

Petra's class is engaging and rewarding if you put in the effort. Lectures are insightful, tests are tough but fair. Using Unstuck study alongside the textbook and class discussions really helped me succeed.

5.0
3.0
2249
Grade: A-
Dec 17, 2024
Would take again

Petra offers a multi-assessment course with many opps to well because of all the different assignments and tests. Lots of reading scholarly articles too and engaging activities worth marks. She is sharp, witty and smart but also kind and energetic. Lectures are very worth it. Loved her class and not my first class with her either.

Get ready to read
Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
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