4.4

Phoebe Baker

Psychology - Tulsa Community College

4.4
Quality
2.4
Difficulty
50%
Would Retake
98
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4.4
Quality
2.4
Difficulty
4.6
Helpful
4.3
Clarity

50%

Would Retake

98

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What Students Say

She is considerate, compassionate and effective as a teacher

PSYCH - 5.0 rating

Baker is a nice person and a great teacher

PSYCH - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

75%

Textbook Required

100%

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77% confidence
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B+: 2
B: 2
C: 2
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Reviews (98)
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PSYCH
Feb 17, 2003

She is considerate, compassionate and effective as a teacher

5.0
3.0
PSYCH
Feb 19, 2003

Mrs. Baker is a nice person and a great teacher. Too bad everyone isn't as good

5.0
3.0
PSYCH
Feb 20, 2003

If you have to take Psych, take Professor Baker. She is the best.

5.0
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PSYCH
Feb 21, 2003

She is in the top five percent of the best professors anywhere.

5.0
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PSY
Feb 26, 2003

She's a pretty cool teach!

5.0
3.0
PSYCH
Feb 28, 2003

Dude, if you have to take psych, take it from her. You have to be an idiot not to make a good grade.

5.0
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PSYCH
Mar 14, 2003

You have to have the IQ of a squash not to make a good grade in her clas. She almost makes it too easy.

5.0
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PSYCH
Apr 25, 2003

I'd tale any class she taught again if I could.

5.0
1.0
PSYCH
May 2, 2003

Very nice lady and good teacher.

5.0
2.0
PSYCH
May 14, 2003

She works very hard and is really good at what she does. I enjoyed her class, did well and would take her again if I could.

5.0
2.0
PSYCH
Sep 12, 2003

She's great. Super personality and her teaching is clear and concise. I enjoy her class and am going to recommend her to my friends.

5.0
3.0
PSYCH
Oct 22, 2003

You could do worse. I've got a bud who has another psych teacher who says that he wished he had Mrs. Baker.

5.0
3.0
PSY2023
Nov 16, 2003

Mrs. Baker is the fun. She loves class discussions which does make class really interesting. She is the best psychology teacher I have ever had!!

5.0
2.0
PSYCH
Nov 18, 2003

Mrs. Baker is a terrific professor who makes the material interesting and understandable. Psych is basic common sense and she explains why it works the way it does.

5.0
1.0
PSYCH
Dec 8, 2003

If you have to take Psych, take Mrs. Baker. She is not only a good professor in every way, but she is a very nice person. She'lll make the experience very enjoyable.

5.0
2.0
PSY
Dec 27, 2003

I have taken three courses with Mrs. Baker. She is absolutely wonderful. I would take ANY class she teaches. She is not only a great teacher but a wonderful lady.

5.0
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PSYCH
Jan 3, 2004

She lectures well, involves everyone in the class and tests fairly. She is also a very nice person. If I had to take another psych course, I would take it in her class.

5.0
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PSYCH
Mar 5, 2004

Take Mrs. Baker is you have to have Psych. She is a terrific individual, compassionate, and an excellent teacher.

5.0
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DEVPSYC
May 7, 2004

Mrs. Baker by far my favorite instructor this semester. I highly recommend her if you really want to know your psych stuff. She is a wonderful instructor and friend to the serious student.

5.0
2.0
PSYCH
May 31, 2004

Psych is required. Since you have to take it, take it from Mrs. Baker if you can. She's very good, understanding, compassionate and you'll actually learn something!

5.0
2.0
PSY2023
Jul 12, 2004

Really nice, and a fun class.

5.0
2.0
PSYCHOLOGY
Jul 21, 2004

Excellent teacher. Fun class. Really prepares you for the tests. I highly recommend!

5.0
3.0
PSYCHOLOGY
Jul 29, 2004

Excellent teacher. She makes the material interesting.

5.0
3.0
PSY2023
Nov 2, 2004

She prepares you for tests, you have good class discussions, and she is willing to work with you. I highly recommed her class

5.0
3.0
PSYCHOLOGY
Dec 13, 2004

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4.0
DEVELOPMENTAL
Jan 5, 2005

Some below are overrated, she is nice, but she is a difficult teacher to follow at times, allows too much input from open mouthed students. Hard to know exactly what she wants you to know, She dances around so to speak concerning tests. I made good grade, here is how:GOTO HER STUDY GROUP BEFORE TEST

2.0
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DEVPSYCH
Jan 8, 2005

I would not recommend this class for males. She is a liberal feminist. Tough to follow what she actually wants you to know. Nice person though.

5.0
3.0
DEVELOPPSY
Mar 30, 2005

She is an awesome teacher! Very helpful and you learn a lot. Great discussions and is the best teacher ever!

5.0
3.0
SOCIALPSYCHOLO
Apr 19, 2005

Yes, as someone mentioned, she is a liberal feminist, but she is a wonderful, kind, caring, compassionate teacher and I recommend her to everyone. I'm a guy, too.

3.0
2.0
PSYCHOLOGY
Apr 28, 2005

Her biggest weaknesses are that she allows her class to be turned into therapy sessions for a few chatter boxes. Her essay questions also tend to be vague and open ended, yet she expects specific answers.

5.0
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INTROTOPSYC
May 11, 2005

Her class was alot of fun. She is very easy and gives great reviews for her tests. I would recommend her anyone.

5.0
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PSYCHOLOGY
May 12, 2005

She provides interesting lecture, discussions, study guides and a few in class assignments. Its an easy class if you attend class, pay attention and study your lecture notes.

5.0
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DEVPSYCH
Grade: A
Jul 14, 2005

SHE is AWESOME! a proclaimed feminist(not what you may think.)She does allow people to pretty much say whatever they want. So if you have a big talker in your class prepare to listen to them blab on and on quite often. She provides such interesting info,it didn't even feel like school! having a chance,I would DEfinately take her again. I made an A.

5.0
4.0
DEVELOPPSY
Aug 24, 2005

I learned a ton in her class, and actually remembered it, she's great! not too hard but not too easy, i liked her

5.0
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DEVPSY
Oct 31, 2005

Her classes were really interesting b/c of all the extra(out of the book) stuff she brings up. Must take good notes!! Make sure you go to her test reviews before the test. She is AWESOME!!

4.0
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PSY2023
Nov 7, 2005

You have to read the chapters before class. Must take a lot of notes, but she makes the class fun and she will cancle class unexpectedly which is always a treat. Her tests are moderatly easy.

2.0
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DEVPSYCH
Nov 9, 2005

She tells interesting things, but her tests are kinda hard. Study guides are not very helpfull, The review is a waste of time. She gives alot of work outside of class so if you don't have alot of time don't count on an "A". I wouldn't recommend.

5.0
3.0
DEVELOPPSY
Dec 6, 2005

writes her notes on the board, so its easy to follow her. grades pretty easy, gives assignments worth alot of points that are easy grades. tests are somewhat hard, you need to be sure to study. Good teacher

5.0
2.0
DEVPYSCH
Dec 8, 2005

Great teacher. Notes are self exclamatory. Must actually open and read the book. Test are difficult, so study for them. Recommended highly.

5.0
3.0
SOCIAL
Grade: B+
Dec 14, 2005

Baker is a good teacher and a lot of fun. Her tests are NOT easy though so make sure you do well on the assignments (it's hard not to). The only complaint I have is that her tests are sometimes really random. Beware of heated debates. I'd definitely consider taking this class.

4.0
3.0
DEVPSY
Jan 4, 2006

Lots of extra work not included in syllabus. Used overhead for lecture. Must write fast. Test somewhat difficult. Must use reasoning and comprhension to answer.Multiple choice exams. Extra projects not to demanding.Just plan your time.Very willing to help.Wonderful lady.Read your book!Would recommend.She loves class imput.Makes class interesting!

2.0
4.0
DEVELOPMENTAL
Feb 3, 2006

Some of the test questions come from "god knows where" Shows favoritism, but it's hard to notice. Panders a lot. Seems lethargic sometimes, and not very organized. Avoid

5.0
4.0
SOCIALPSYCH
May 3, 2006

good teacher, very helpful!

5.0
4.0
PSYCOLOGY
May 4, 2006

wonderful,full of spirit,enthusiastic,fun,but you do have to study. Test are from book and a lot of reasoning questions.

3.0
3.0
PSY2053
May 6, 2006

I had Mrs. Baker this semester for Social Psychology and I think she has biten off more than she can chew. She has taken over an administrative position and this seems to leave no time for her class. She was always frazzled. Tests do not seem to come from book or lecture. I think she makes up random stuff for tests. At least there is extra credit.

5.0
2.0
PSY2023
Jul 27, 2006

I took the 2-week summer class. Alot of reading and fast paced, but she is nice and the class is very interesting. 4 tests; multiple choice and essay, 1 paper and in-class and out-of-class assignments. I highly recommend this class. I found it to be pretty easy.

5.0
2.0
PSY2023
Nov 1, 2006

Phoebe Rocks! :) I ended up with her accidently cuz she had to take over our class, but I couldn't be happier. She's a fun lady that makes psychology easy. She uses powerpoints for notes all of which she posts on Black Board. Tests aren't too bad, one is take home. A few writing assignments, but all in all she's great!

4.0
1.0
PSYDEVE
Dec 31, 2006

She is a very easy teacher... i showed up for just over 50% of class and did not read book and made high B in class. most things on test are common sense or things from intro psy

4.0
2.0
PSY2023
Jan 4, 2007

Mrs. Baker is a really good teacher, she knows her stuff. She doesn't say to read the book, but by reading it and studying the power points on top of the study guide, you will make an A on the test. She is extremely helpful and really cares about her students. The class discussions can be interesting if you participate in them.

2.0
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PSY2023
Jan 9, 2007

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5.0
1.0
PSY2023
Apr 17, 2007

Mrs. Baker is a really good teacher! She makes Developmental Psychology very clear and easy to understand. She is very helpful and cares about her students succeeding. She is awesome! I highly recommend taking her class!

4.0
3.0
DEVELPSYC
Jun 10, 2007

Good teacher, class was fun to take. I reccomend her highly.

5.0
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DEVPSY
Dec 15, 2007

excellent professor! knowledgeable, helpful, and interesting.

5.0
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PSY2023
Jan 7, 2008

Excellent instructor. She knows the material being taught and can communicate and educate a class. DO attend class, she gives out points for class attendance. If you read the chapter and study the powerpoint slides you can make a good grade. I would recommend her to anyone interested in learning PSY.

4.0
1.0
DEVELPSYC
Jan 20, 2008

developmental psychology. you must attend class and write down what she says in regards to her powerpoints.....then the night before the exam study your powerpoints.......it's a simple as that. as for her assignments...as long as you SIMPLY COMPLETE THEM...she'll give you all of the points. very easy to get along with...helpful..easy A.

4.0
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DEVPSY
Nov 3, 2008

Very cool teacher. Come to class and take notes. study the review sheet before the exams and you will pass. I would definitely take her again

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PSY2023
Mar 30, 2009

Her class is interesting and fun to come to every time. However, her test questions come from God knows where. Study guide does not help at all and she does not give extra credit at all!! totally regret taking her.

2.0
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PSY2023
Mar 30, 2009

There is no extra credit and questions on test come from who knows where. Totally regret taking her class.

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PSY2023
Apr 1, 2009

It is fun to come to class each time. However, do not be fooled her test questions come from who knows where, and study guide does not help at all. There is no extra credit and just hard to keep up with all the assignments. Absolutely regret taking this class with her.

5.0
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DPSY2023
Oct 21, 2009

I absolutely love this teacher! You really don't even need the book unless you don't understand a concept, but she will explain it if you don't understand =) Would take her again and again! Gets everyone involved in class and let you voice your opinion. Learned and was able to apply the material. Easy A, if you apply yourself. TAKE HER! =)

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PSY2023
Nov 11, 2009

Awesome professor! Tests aren't easy but if you know the material you will do well. Always shows interesting videos and good class discussions! I have taken her 3 times and it was worth it everytime! But if you want a blow off class don't take her!

5.0
2.0
PSY2023
Dec 7, 2009

Loved this teacher, test are kind of hard, so you do have to study! Go to her study group that helps you to know what is going to be one the test. Very understanding and is easily available for her students, I highly recommend taking her!

4.0
3.0
PSCY2023
Dec 10, 2009

Mrs. Baker is so nice. She is a little hard of hearing tho, so be sure and speak up. Discussions were wonderful. test are not easy but not really difficult. the study guide helps some, but mainly you need to pay attention in class. great teacher...would take her again. :)

5.0
1.0
DEVPSYC
Dec 12, 2009

Great teacher! She doesn't always tell you when assignments are due so check the syllabus. She's really good at explaining things and is willing to help you. Attendance isn't mandatory but she always gave little 5 or 10 point quizes in class.

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PSYCH1113
Apr 14, 2010

Mrs. Baker is an excellent teacher. I would take her again in a heartbeat! Follow the powerpoints and keep your e.c. notes as they will probably be used for a test. She really gets the class involved in discussions and has a study group before each test to go over what she is going to test you on! I highly recommend her!

4.0
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PSYCH2023
May 6, 2010

good teacher.she is very nice. class discussions are fun. attendance is not mandatory but she gives assignments and quizzes almost every class. Those points will help you so i suggest going to class. tests are a bit hard. do the study guide and take notes in lecture you should do good. she does give some extra credit too.

4.0
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DEVELPSYC
May 22, 2010

I took the eight day developmental psych class with Ms. Baker. She really cares about her students, and is an extremely easy grader. I got out of this class with a 99 percent. Pay attention to the lecture, and keep up with your work and you'll breeze through this. She's also pretty hard of hearing and has a soft voice so sit closer to the front.

5.0
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DEVPSYC
Jun 23, 2010

Mrs. Baker is a sweet woman and likes to teach this subject. She is very organized and know her subject very well. Her quizzes are mostly multiple choice questions and essays and few fill in the blanks. Extra credit assignments are available. The 8-day course was kind of overwhelming but she will be able to discuss everything in the syllabus!

5.0
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PSYC1113
Dec 14, 2010

This class was a blast. I took the online 16 week class and don't regret it one bit. The work was pretty easy. The tests were multiple choice. She is a very nice woman who actually cares how her students are doing. She really helped me a lot. I made an A and would definitely suggest her class.

5.0
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PHSY301
Mar 10, 2011

This is one of the best teachers at TCC. She cares about her students. she gives some hard test, but as long as show up and study you will be fine.

5.0
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PSYC2023
Apr 1, 2011

LOVE LOVE LOVE this class. Ms. Baker is a wonderful teacher, and makes the class a lot of fun. She is so interested in what her students have to say even if it is off topic. You Learn a lot from her class!

5.0
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PSYCH2023
May 19, 2011

I took the Summer intersession two week class and loved it. the 5 hours went by very quickly and it was interesting. Used real life examples and kept the class involved. Would highly recommend.

4.0
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PSYC2023
May 19, 2011

I took the two week intersession in May. Very fast paced, but interesting material and knowledgeable teacher. Tests were very hard so if you're looking for an easy A don't take this class.

5.0
2.0
PSYC2023
Nov 2, 2011

Mrs. Baker is an EXCELLENT instructor! Her classes are not difficult if you show up take notes and study! You will leanr something in her class! She involves the students alot in the teaching, its not just "sit and read powerpoints" .. JUST TAKE HER!

5.0
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PSYCH1234
Nov 6, 2011

Phoebe is absolutey the most AWESOME teacher I have ever taken!!! Going to class is a must but trust me you won't even want to skip!! She is very intersting!!! Love her.

5.0
2.0
PSYCH1113
Dec 10, 2011

Take this class online!! She is very clear with directions and is excellent with communication. Always received timely email responses to any questions. Again, if there is any class to take online, it's this one.

5.0
3.0
PSYC1113
Apr 11, 2012

Online class. Very nice and understanding person. Fast response time to emails. Very clear about assignments. Communicates well and seems to care about students. Relatively easy class IF you actually read and study. Good choice if its your first online class. Would highly recommend!

5.0
2.0
PSYC1113
Jun 6, 2012

I took the 16-week online course and thought Ms. Baker was great. Sent an email at the beginning of the week to everyone regarding work for the week and responded to any emails quickly. Great teacher!

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SOCPSYC
Jul 10, 2012

Seriously one of the most inspirational instructors I have ever had. There is lots of work, but if you keep up with it, the tests are easy. She is very interactive with her students and makes it so much fun! I looked forward to going to her classes. I took her for Social psych & Human development, HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!

5.0
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PSYCH1113
Jul 17, 2012

Mrs.Baker is a nice and knowledgable teacher. She is EXTREMELY helpful and her class is SUPER easy. Although, you should not expect to do nothing and get a good grade. You have to do the work. I took her for the 8 week online class and it was a BREEZE. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS CLASS. Easy class for working adults with little time. I got a B.

4.0
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PSYC1113
Jul 22, 2012

Mrs. Baker is EXTREMELY helpful, very inspirational, very involved. The class itself isn't that hard, there is a lot of information to cover and I took a summer class so it was all squeezed into 8 weeks. All the assignments are super easy.

5.0
1.0
PSYCH303
Dec 12, 2012

I had her for Honors Dev Psych. She is an amazing teacher, explains everything. The only thing I didn't like about her is she's scattered when writing stuff on the board. If you pay attention and do the work it's an easy A. Love her! I would highly recommend her!

5.0
1.0
PSYC2023
Jan 2, 2013

Interesting and super easy class. Baker is nice and such a great teacher. Her class was the high point of my day. There are straight forward study guides for all tests. There is little homework. Major assignments are papers of interviews you do with people. Soo easy and interesting. Do your GPA a favor and take this class.

5.0
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PSYCH1113
May 8, 2013

Awesome teacher. My favorite class!!!!

5.0
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PSYC1113390
Jul 21, 2013

Mrs. Baker was great, worked with me while I was having a surgery. I took the online class and learned a lot. Great class, great teacher.

5.0
1.0
PSYC1113
Jul 24, 2013

Super easy class. The assignments were all online and so were the test. if you read the chapters you were fine. The tests are timed (70 min) but I never had a problem with that. She seemed to really care and was pretty quick about emailing you back. She emailed often giving you updates of what is due. she doesn't accept late work. would take again

5.0
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DEVPSYC
Grade: B+
Aug 24, 2013

Very great Professor. I did the online course but felt like I was in a class room. Professor Baker always answers here emails & makes this class so interesting. You will learn a lot & will have fun.

5.0
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DEVPSYCH
Grade: Not_Sure_Yet
May 4, 2014

Excellent professor!

5.0
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1113
Jun 20, 2014

She is excellent! She replied to you fast and help you if you problem not being able to do your assignment. You must read alots or every chapter in order to pass her test.

5.0
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PSYC1113
Grade: A+
Jul 21, 2014

She was great. Always willing to help, even on a Sunday morning by email. Would definitely recommend and take again!

5.0
2.0
DEVPSYCH
Aug 18, 2014

LOVED HER CLASS!!! SO HELPFUL

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PSYCHOLOGY
Feb 10, 2015

Her lecture is super boring. She writes all over the board to explain what she's talking about it's kind of disorganized. I was super excited to take this class but with this teacher I have no interest at all anymore.

5.0
3.0
PSYC
Grade: A
Feb 19, 2015

Classroom is discussion based. She is such a nice lady! Some of my classmates were upset because it wasn't a "blow off" class. Yes you have to study some!!! But I guarantee you will love her classroom and teaching style if you give it a shot! I learned so much! Wish I could take her again!

5.0
2.0
PSYC1113
Apr 13, 2015

This course is great. She lays out all the information clearly and is willing to help. As long as you do the homework and papers, you'll be fine. Exams are difficult, but the study guides are a huge help!

4.0
2.0
PSYC
Grade: B
May 8, 2015

Professor Phoebe is very nice. She really cares about her students. There are 4 tests, 3 extra credit opportunities, 2 projects, and 1 assignmentquiz due a week. This class is overall pretty easy, but the tests are a little difficult. I would definitely recommend this class and this instructor.

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1113
Grade: B
Jul 23, 2015

I'm not sure what to think about this class. The teacher I loved, she was very nice and we emailed back and forth about a few issues. Her papers are a breeze to get an A on. But the tests SUCK. I made a B, could have skipped the final and made a C. But my tests were a 66, an 80, and a 76. The tests were hard. Homework is essential though.

3.0
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DEVELOPMENTAL
Grade: C
Mar 17, 2024
Would take again

Professor Baker was well respected, and what I enjoyed most was the way that she lectured. Her lectures were never dry or boring, but she always encapsulated real stories into the curriculum and I like that.

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DEVELOPMENTAL
Grade: C
Feb 8, 2025

Professor Baker's lectures were engaging with real-life stories. For study prep, I found Unstuck ai and ChatGPT helpful alongside the required textbook. Overall, an interesting class worth taking.

Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

75%

Textbook Required

100%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

B+

77% confidence
Based on 9 grades
Most common grades:
A (2)
B+ (2)
B (2)
Grade Distribution
A(3)B(2)C(2)D(0)F(0)A-/B+(2)
Based on 10 reported grades
A: 2
B+: 2
B: 2
C: 2
Common Tags
Group projects (1)
Respected (1)
Lecture heavy (1)
Rating Trend

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Ratings by Course

1113

5.0

(2)

PSYCH

5.0

(16)

PSY

5.0

(2)

DEVPSYC

5.0

(4)

DEVELOPPSY

5.0

(3)
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Difficulty by Course

DEVELOPMENTAL

4.0

SOCIALPSYCH

4.0

PSYCOLOGY

4.0

SOCPSYC

4.0

DEVELOPPSY

3.3

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