3.8

Phyllis S Baker

Anthropology - Florida International University

3.8
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Do not take her and save yourself the trouble

ANT3241 - 3.0 rating

Lol she is a VERY unique lady

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ANT2000
Dec 6, 2003

The most easiest and sweetest professor in the world. You don't even have to buy or read the textbook. Everything is in her lectures. Unfortunately, its not a very challenging class.

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ANT3241
Apr 15, 2004

The sweetest and most caring professor I've had in a really long time. You cannot not get an A in her courses. She's a sweetheart!

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MYRHRITUAL
Nov 21, 2004

This lady is a trip and half. She's very personable and the class is papa ("easy" for all my American friends). Definitely recommend. Easy A.

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MYTHRITUAL
Mar 1, 2005

SHE IS GREAT! EASY AND INTERESTING, MUST TAKE THIS CLASS.

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ANT3241
Apr 6, 2005

She is an awesome teacher! I would highly recommend her. If you come to class and study, you can pass her class. She does ask a few hard questions on her quizzes, but they are open book. She is always willing to help and also always greets you when you come to class. Not your typical teacher.

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MYTHRITUALMYS
Grade: A-
Apr 20, 2005

she's really great. very helpful...very interesting....awesome overall.

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ANT3241
May 10, 2005

VERY GOOD TEACHER, AND HAVE GREAT KNOWLEDGE ON THE SUBJECT

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MYTHMYSTICISM
May 18, 2005

great class very interesting.;

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MYTHRITUAL
May 18, 2005

GR8 TEACHER... VERY ENTHUSIASTIC AND EASY... MAKES U WANT 2 LEARN MORE ABOUT THE CLASS... N PLUS SHES A HOTTY!

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MYTHANDRITUAL
Aug 1, 2005

She is a wonderful person and a great teacher. She always asks how you are doing and says hi to you when you enter class. Make sure you read the books she assigns carefully because the quizzes tend to be difficult if you don't read carefully. Take good notes. This is a fun and relaxing class but if you slack too much your grade will suffer.

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ANT3241
Aug 15, 2005

This professor is really nice, although she is a little out there. You have to read several books for the class and you have one pretty big project in a group, which is either oral or written. The class is not that hard.

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MYTH
Grade: Rather_Not_Say
Aug 24, 2005

she is awesome!

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PSYCHOLOGY
Aug 31, 2005

I LOVE YOU MRS. BAKER!

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MYSTICISM
Sep 2, 2005

I love this class! I am so relaxed when i come out of it...and she is so fun to listen to!

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MYTHMYSTICISM
Sep 4, 2005

very nice lady. We skipped often, got Bs. The class has no order, sense, or purpose but it's great if you just need a credit and want an interesting class.

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ANT3241
Oct 1, 2005

Awesome woman! She burns incense and candles in class and is sensitive to the views of all students. Funky and funny, she makes class interesting and extremely easy!

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ANT3241
Oct 29, 2005

this class is awesome. she's a great teacher and it's an easy way to get an A, plus you'll learn some really interesting stuff

4.0
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ANT3241
Nov 21, 2005

this class is really easy, all her lectures are powerpoint, so just take notes. you have to read like 3 novels, and then have quiz on them. she gives a possible 3 homework assignments but you only have to do 2. there is also a group project. otherwise you can just sit back and relax. literally.

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MYTHRITUMYST
Dec 16, 2005

I LOVED THIS CLASS! it was really easy, and the subjuect is very interesting. shes really slack, the only bad thing is that its almost impossible to get a hold of her outside of class. i recommend it if u want an easy A!

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ANT3241
Dec 19, 2005

Baker is the best.She gives you word for word notes.There are three quizzes on the books that even if you dont read you can pass b/c its open book test.The Midterm & Final are mult choice only 25 questions straight from the notes. There is no reason you cant pass with an A. Be careful! she is very unorganized with grades so keep your assignments.

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ANT3241
Dec 21, 2005

Class is easy. You have to read three books and the quizzes on them are open book. Gives a midterm and final, if you read the notes, you'll get an A. You have a group project which is easy! She is a very nice lady, but she is extremely unorganized with grades. Make sure to keep all assignments so if she loses it, you have proof of your grade.

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ANT3241
Jan 16, 2006

She's a sweet and wonderful person. I feel so bad for her because people take advantage of her kindness. She's an easy and understanding professor. I left her class hoping to find some form of spirituality.

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MYTHSRITUALS
Apr 18, 2006

EASY CLASS. VERY INTERESTING AND INFORMATIVE CLASS. GIVES YOU INSIGHT ON SEVERAL RELIGIONS AND CULTURES. OPEN BOOK EASY QUIZES(BETTER TO READ THE BOOKS)GREAT TEACHER, VERY INVITING. I THINK EVERYONE SHOULD TAKE THIS CLASS WITH BAKER.

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MYTHS
May 4, 2006

the class is easy, i never went to class and ended up with a b, for some reason she annoyed me a lot though in the way she taught the few times i went. and dont bother trying to ask her a question, she doesn't give anyone a chance to ask cuz shes always too busy.

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ANT3241
May 8, 2006

Easy class. Very nice and understanding teacher. Would recommend her for any of the courses she teaches.

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MYTHS
Jun 5, 2006

Listen if you want an easy grade, take the class, but understand that you will not learn anything. Why she is still teaching is beyond me, maybe she's given up on students and waiting for retierment.

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ANT
Jun 6, 2006

Very nice... and EASY. Like, for real. I didn't do a thing in that class.

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ANT
Jul 12, 2006

If you need to take an undergraduate class that is easy and interesting this is the way to go. She is very helpful, understanding and sweet.

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ANT3241
Nov 12, 2006

I took this class as a freshman, and wow, it totally surprised me. Could a class be this easy? It's unbelieveable. I will tell the truth though, there are about 5 books to read (if you read!), they are pretty interesting and since the class was so large - 340 students, it was pretty easy for everyone to cheat. Need an easy class? Take this!!

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ANT3241
Dec 8, 2006

hey easiest class ever, if u take it A+++++++++

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ANT3241
Dec 21, 2006

Ms. Baker is very nice and passionate. She also has a great personality; you will never forget her. This is probably one of the best classes I have ever taken. It was really mind-opening. This more of an "experience" than it is a class. I definitely recommend anyone take it. It's very easy. The tests are open-book and the homework is simple.

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ANT3241
Jan 10, 2007

she's pretty dumb and a waste of my time. It took about 20 minutes for class to begin because she would be too busy lighting candles. Pretty easy class though and you can entertain yourself by laughing at her outfits.

4.0
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ANT3241
Apr 3, 2007

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5.0
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ANT3241
Apr 13, 2007

she is the best! youll pass and learn alot from her. and she is also a good person to talk to about anything you wish...take her and you wont regret it:)

4.0
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ANT3241
Apr 16, 2007

Okay. Here is what happens when you take this class. You come in. She's dressed, well, eccentrically. She's got candles lit and new age music playing. She begins her powerpoints, which are full of 6th grade level knowledge of the topics. You leave class, knowing that although you feel you've learned very little, you will pass with at LEAST a B.

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ANT3241
Apr 19, 2007

Knows her material and is very modest and caring to all of her students. As you walk into her class, the atmosphere is calm unlike other classes at FIU when you coming in and the professors get you agiated as you walk in. Read your books, study, and you'll be fine. One of the nicest, great sense of humor, laid back, and humble professor at FIU.

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ANT3241
May 1, 2007

SHE IS AWESOME I WANT TO TAKE ANY CLASS WITH HER AGAIN. VERY NICE PROFESSOR. GRADE BASED ON 4 OPEN BOOK TESTS, ONE PRESENTATION, 2 HOMEWORKS AND MIDTERM AND FINALS. SHE IS VERY NICE AND HER CLASS IS EASY! SHE MAKES THE CLASS FUN AND SHE HAS MUSIC AND CANDLES LIT EVERY CLASS FOR RELAXATION. IF YOU GO TO CLASS AND PAY ATTENTION YOU DO NOT NEED TO SUD

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ANT3241
May 4, 2007

She is very laid-back and caring to all. Loves to teach and is content unlike most arrogant PHD professors at FIU. Take her with no doubt. :o)

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ANT3241
Jul 13, 2007

Amazing teacher. Definitly knows her material. Easy class and fair with students.

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ANT3241
Aug 2, 2007

AWESOME doesn't even start to describe her!!! she is very good with the students, give plenty of chances to boost your grade and gives extra credit!!! she is way EASY!! if your looking for a slack class you found it!! there is open book quizes!

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ANT3241
Aug 18, 2007

The professor is a little out there but the class is sooooo easy. Just make sure you get all the required books and I promise you'll pass with flying colors. EXTREMELY interesting class. Definitely an easy A.

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ANT3241
Sep 25, 2007

She is a joke. But class is easy. she reuses tests so just borrow someones old scantron. You only need to rear a few short novels and the quizzes on them are easy. Everyone gets an A in this class! plus its actually kinda interesting

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ANTSECT
Oct 21, 2007

Super cool teacher!!!, took her last semester, I feel enlightened by her teachings and super cute belly dancers came for the white party!

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ANT3241
Nov 8, 2007

Easy guarenteed A. She presents info thats easy to understand. Shes always entertainin u by doin somethin crazy. u have to read books, theyre not 2 bad and u can still pass the quizzes on them even if u dont read them. she has a midterm and final, both easy and she has a research paper/presentation also easy. dont take this class w anyone else!

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ANT3241
Dec 6, 2007

this woman is the worst woman in the world. sure the class is easy and passable with an A, but god forbid you ask for help, because she'd never answer a question if you asked it. besides her acting "overly eccentric" , take this class only if you like the bizarre and the unhelpful.

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ANT3241
Dec 8, 2007

Easy easy easy class! All you have to do is read the assigned novels and do the class project.

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ANT3210
Jan 5, 2008

She seems a little coockie but her classes are interesting. Test are not that hard but when reading the books she will ask questions that u have had to be very discriptive about. some test are a little tricky. Go to review classes it will help. When the psychic comes in have an open mind she cant guess what u had for breakfast.FUN CLASS

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ANT3241
Mar 6, 2008

Professor Baker is extremely different. She wears weird outfits and lights candles at the beginning of her class. She doesn't really teach but almost everyone is guaranteed an A. She doesn't seem very smart but tries to act as if she is. Her powerpoint presentations have soo many errors. Her class is easy but that doesn't make her a good professor.

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ANT3251
Mar 10, 2008

I don't see what everyone is whining about. She's answered every question I've ever asked her just fine. She may not be absolutely brilliant but she does have her own style of teaching and outlook on life. She definitely teaches you about things you never even thought of. Take her if you have an open mind and don't mind a good grade in the process.

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ANT3241
Mar 10, 2008

I don't see what everyone is whining about. She's answered every question I've ever asked her just fine. She may not be absolutely brilliant but she does have her own style of teaching and outlook on life. She definitely teaches you about things you never even thought of. Take her if you have an open mind and don't mind a good grade in the process.

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ANT3241
Apr 22, 2008

The woman is very knowledgeable in her field of study but she comes off as kinda crazy. Her quizzes/tests are easy but the questions are pretty dumb. Some of her books and views are quite silly but she tries really hard to get the students involved in learning about mysticism.

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ANT3241
Apr 22, 2008

EASY A!! She's totally wierd. Take this class with a friend because it is too crazy to handle on your own. Huge auditorium class..attendance isnt even needed at all to pass. TAKE IT.

4.0
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ANT3241
Apr 24, 2008

Pretty easy. You just have to buy 2 of her books, get 2 other ones. There are 3 homework assignments. A group paper/presentation, a midterm and a final...

4.0
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ANT3241
Apr 26, 2008

Baker is a crazy wise woman. This class is literally for relaxation and exploring the world. Definitely take this course if you need to satisfy core classes.

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ANT3241
Jul 14, 2008

Pretty simple if you read what she assigns. Tests are simple if you have all the notes. Fun readings & very interesting stuff. Group project that can be a paper or presentation.

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ANT3241
Sep 4, 2008

i absolutely love this teacher. she makes class so much fun to go to!!! she is so weird and crazy i love it haha! easy class. just read the books and you will pass. open book quizzes but it will be hard if you do not know where to search for answer. always has special guest that can tell your future! def recommend this class!

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ANT2000
Apr 14, 2009

One of the best teachers I have ever had. Took her for Myths Rituals and Mysticism and EASILY passed with an A. I actually missed the final and she let me retake it! SHE'S THE BEST!!

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ANT3241
Sep 29, 2010

Very unhelpful, don't bother asking her a question because she just doesn't have the time... though she has time to light candles and meditate for the first 15 minutes of class.

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ANT3241
Oct 1, 2010

Teacher is nice but is unorganized, useless, doesn't care for students, but allows cheating probably because she doesn't notice. Doesn't put powerpoints online. Too much work for an elective/ucc.Quizzes, online readings,homework, full books read in less than a week,group project,mid term,and final. She expects students to juggle two books weekly.

4.0
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ANT3214
Nov 30, 2010

easy class. There's a lot of reading, but the quizzes are online and they too are easy. You don't have to attend class to get a good grade but her classes are always interesting and relaxing so I don't know why anyone would want to skip.

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ANT3241
Dec 10, 2010

She is an easy professor but buy the books. her quizzes will now be online and they're 25 questions. you have an hour and a half to complete. you can use books. she does take attendance, but i dont think it is mandetory. over all easy class, just make sure she inserts the grade! oh and she always brings food :)

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ANT2341
Apr 28, 2011

Not as easy a course as you may think. She was very disorganized and very biased toward her own beliefs. I am sure she is a nice person but she is unfair on the Midterm and Final. There are also a bunch of different books you NEED to buy because we used them all, they were all pointless and only used once and not even discussed in class!

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ANT3241
May 3, 2011

Class was really interesting. But you have to buy like 6 books and her quizzes on them are not to test the general subject of the book but specific questions that show you read it. Group project sucked, make sure you dont get lazy people, it dragged down my grade. Overall easy, attendance doesnt matter. Nice professor, TA is the helpful one though!

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ANT3241
May 8, 2011

Amazing! A very sweet prof. Angela, her TA, is also very helpful. Easy class but you must buy books for the online quizzes. Exams are also very easy. Requires a group project so if that's not your thing, avoid the class. With minimal effort, you should be able to get an A.

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ANT3241
Aug 5, 2011

Good professor, very passionate and cheerful. Interacts with the class. I took it for summer B and I think she said it was her first time doing summer, so everything was a bit packed and rushed. TA isn't too helpful. Good tip for online quizzes: Get together in a group in the library and do them there. All of the books are also found in pdf format

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ANT2000
Oct 8, 2011

Very easy class, she let us do open book quizzes, some where online and the final wasn't that bad. Took her in the summer which made it much easier.

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ANT2000
Oct 29, 2011

The material is interesting, and she is very knowledgeable, but she is VERY UNORGANIZED and I hated that. She does cancel Friday classes often for online assignments, but they are often difficult even using Google and the textbook. She's a really nice person and brings the class snacks almost everyday, just depend more on the book for learning...

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ANT3241
Nov 2, 2011

You have to read a lot of books (mostly hers) but the quizzes are open book so they're easy. She makes her own powerpoints so going to class is recommended because her questions come from there. She's pretty weird with all her spiritual stuff but the class is really easy!

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ANT3241
Nov 17, 2011

She cancels Friday class pretty often but her assignments can be pretty tricky since it's based more on her books than her powerpoints. It's a straightforward class - easy A if you put in the effort.

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ANT3241
Dec 6, 2011

Classes are canceled on fridays often. Book quizes are kind of hard but if you read it you will pass it.

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ANT3241
Dec 9, 2011

VERY sweet lady. When you talk to her, she really takes the time to connect with you. She loves to help. Classes are cancelled most Fridays. There's an easy group project, midterm, final, and a bunch of online and in-class quizzes in between that you NEED to read the book for and take notes in class to pass; they get pretty hard. Take this class!

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ANT3241
Dec 9, 2011

Just rated a second ago and forgot to add that there's like six or seven books that you do need to buy for the class. She uses all of them at least once and of course, for the midterm and final. There's like two that she didn't use but that was just for this class, you might need it if you take her. Not too expensive if you buy on Amazon.

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ANT125
Dec 27, 2011

Really positive and full of love. I really recommend her!

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ANT3241
Apr 1, 2012

Love this class! lots of fun! There are tests on the books but the books are very interesting. Kind of unorganized but you learn a lot in this class. Prof. Baker is an amazing teacher and individual. The class is full of positive energy.

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ANT3241
Apr 27, 2012

She is one of the best teachers that I have ever taken. Test were open book this semester, a final and a midterm. Most of the info is common sense. She is an incredible individual and truly opens your eyes to the material that she is teaching.

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ANT3241
Apr 28, 2012

She is one of the most amazing professors that I have ever had the pleasure of taking. She is definitely willing to work people, she is a sweet woman, and the class itself is interesting.

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ANT3241
May 4, 2012

Professor Baker is AWESOME. EASY CLASS EASY A! Most quizzes online and are not timed, also straight from the book. The Exam are also extemely essay, common sense questions. LOTS OF EXTRA CREDIT.Not mandatory attendance.She even gives breakfast everyday. Most helpful teacher you will ever have She also have you plan a big all white party for a GRADE

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ANT3
Jun 11, 2012

AVOID HER!!!!!!!for Myths Rituals Mysticism-Online-the professor was USELESS!she is the worse + most irresponsible professor I have ever had, expresses no concern for students, She has by far the worse communication any professor could provide, the grading on the quizzes seemed flawed and the instructor didnt care to check on it; "too busy" (Baker)

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ANT3241
Jun 28, 2012

Really great teacher. Inspirational, amazing with students, will teach you more than you expected about more than what you signed up for.

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ANT3241
Jun 28, 2012

Brings snacks for students, plays music, relaxed setting. Talks about subject as well as how it pertains to life. Easy quizzes as long as you study the material.

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ANT3241
Jul 10, 2012

Amazing teacher, all about letting expressing oneself, she brings tea + snacks every day, plays movies, and the tests are straight from the book. Her attitude is super encouraging for students, it keeps me going! She's really deep into the mystical world and religions, at first her wacky nature may surprise you but you learn to love it!!!

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ANT3241
Jul 23, 2012

awesome teacher with a great heart, easy class i got a 100% on the midterm and she does bring tea and snack for her students

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ANT3241
Aug 3, 2012

She is totally worth taking!!! easiest A of my life. All her quizzes are online and STRAIGHT from the text book. the only exams you have in class are midterm/final and book reviews. But all the book reviews are open book! DEFINITELY RECOMMEND TAKING HER! class was super interesting and I love the feel of the auditorium styled class. TAKE HER :)

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ANT2000
Oct 14, 2012

The class is fun and she's nice and funny but HORRIBLE at teaching. super DISORGANIZED makes anthropology super boring and hard

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ANT3241
Dec 2, 2012

she brings in snacks every class. she gets into her lectures cause of how spiritual she is. online quizzes straight from the book and in class open book quizzes. group project is either a presentation or a paper which is extremely easy if you have a big group. take her its easy

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ANT3241
Dec 6, 2012

Awesome & spiritual, but not a great professor. Very disorganized and not very good at providing students a valid syllabus, schedule of quizzes, due dates for projects, etc. Very interesting but gets carried away and never finishes a lecture.

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INTROANTH
Dec 7, 2012

She may be super nice, bringing food for the class and showing she does care about her students. However, shes disorganized, asks unfair questions on tests and demands more work for what she really teaches. So, in my opinion not an easy A. Take her for a chilled out class, but not if you think that you will get by easily.

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ANT3241
Dec 19, 2012

Easy class, but professor is very disrespectful to students.

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ANT3241
Jan 8, 2013

she is super nice and helpful, very interested and knowledgeable of what she teaches. she has 7 quiz online and a final. we also had to do a group presentation <--- super easy! this i can say by far is the easiest class I've taken, and i took it in the winter mini session. or maybe it was easy cause you get interested.

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ANT3241
Mar 26, 2013

Seriously one of the best professors at FIU. I loved her class. I loved how spiritual she was. She really did care about her students. I learned so much in that class. I even learned about myself in that class. Take her! She's great.

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ANT3421
Apr 2, 2013

Well she's certainly passionate about her subject and she's a very nice person. However, like a most have said, she is VERY disorganized. It's really frustrating and I kind of regret taking this class solely because of that. Not an easy class, but it is interesting.

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ANT3241
Apr 3, 2013

This woman was absolutely PERFECT. It is so easy to mass her class just make sure you skim through the readings. She's a little weird at fist but she is just amazing.

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ANT3241
Apr 8, 2013

She is very nice & enthusiastic,but she is disorganized.you have to show up every class in order to know whats going on & it is difficult to speak with her because everyone needs to speak with her & she doesn't like to receive emails.there were 5 books assigned for reading & test,online test that were very easy if you read the book &group project.

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ANT3241
Apr 8, 2013

Its an overall easy class, but she is extremely unorganized and is very hard to reach.

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ANT2000
Apr 9, 2013

WAY too unorganized. Complains way too much about her personal life and made the class buy her book which had NOTHING to do with the actual class.

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ANT3241
Apr 12, 2013

She's a nice enough teacher and very spiritual. The thing about her being disorganized is true but that means that YOU have to take the initiative to get the grade you want. But I passed with an A and it really wasn't a bad class

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ANT3241
Apr 16, 2013

SHE'S AMAZING!! Took this in the summer, she's so interested in the area & makes you want to learn more! 2 exams, 1 project, & a few quizzes (most are online). Barely need textbook, she goes over everything you need in the lectures & review. BEST CLASS I'VE TAKEN SO FAR! HIGHLY RECOMMEND HER! SHE THROWS A PARTY AT THE END OF THE SEMESTER :)

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ANT3241
Apr 22, 2013

She's a great person & is very passionate about her topics, but she is extremely unorganized. She has open book quizzes but it's an incentive for you to buy what she has written. She also has extra credit opportunities but were mostly field trips ($) that would interrupt my class schedule. It's an interesting course but its costly(text book+5books)

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ANT3441
Apr 23, 2013

Please do not take this course with her. She's unorganized, leaves all her work to the TA, plays music during the lecture so she couldn't be heard, and it's absurdly expensive. I had to buy five books. The material is poorly written and she wrote the textbook, as well as most of the books she makes you buy. A LOT OF WORK. It's not worth it.

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ANT3241
Apr 23, 2013

EASY, TAKE IT.

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AND3251
Apr 24, 2013

She never clarified on any of the assignments, made us buy tons of books thats were not even used half of the time. Seriously there are better classes offered. don't recommend her

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ANT3241
Apr 25, 2013

This teacher is an amazing human being. Not only does she care for her students but she makes class nice to go to. She always brings snacks for the class, and is always trying to help you out by assigning easy extra credit work. I never went to class and I passed with a B+. The class is super easy and chill, just a lot of books, but so worth it!

3.0
2.0
ANT3241
May 2, 2013

Relatively easy course, took it for the GL credit. Was told she was an incredible teacher, but as time went by I began to like her less because of how disorganized she is! The material is easy, you need to read the 4 books and buy the 2 textbooks she wrote. I would recommend the class... just keep in mind she's disorganized. Be sure to read!

5.0
2.0
ANT3241
May 5, 2013

Really nice professor! She has easy online assignments and tests that are covered in her discussions and book. Just make sure to attend class and read the book it wont be hard at all! I had her mwf and she would always give us friday off and had a party at the end of the semester!

3.0
1.0
ANT2000
May 13, 2013

Professor Baker is an interesting lady. She is nice, and brings food for her students every class. The class is reallyyyy easy. She is, however, very disorganized with her assignments, I missed a quiz I didn't even know she put up online. But her class is very easy. attendance is not mandatory but she doesn't post lecures online.

5.0
1.0
ANT3421
Jun 23, 2013

Such an amazing and inspiring professor. The work is minimum, she is disorganized because she actually practices what she teaches outside of the classroom. By FAR the most passionate professor I've encountered at FIU. Genuinely cares and radiates positive energy.

3.0
4.0
ANT3241
Jul 22, 2013

This professor is horrible. I cannot believe I had to go through so much to pass a course. We actually had to read like six books throughout the class. The class was such a HEADACHE. Ive never seen this before. On top of that she made us pay for extra credit. What kind of teacher makes you pay for extra credit. Buying all those books. Money???

3.0
3.0
ANT3241
Jul 22, 2013

Do not take her and save yourself the trouble. She is NOT good, but apparently I'm the only that thinks after looking at all the reviews. maybe there's something in the food she gives.

3.0
3.0
ANT3241
Jul 22, 2013

Do not take her and save yourself the trouble. She is NOT good, but apparently I'm the only that thinks after looking at all the reviews. maybe there's something in the food she gives. I wish someone had told me not to take her.

2.0
3.0
ANT3241
Aug 1, 2013

She might seem nice and fun the first week of school, but don't let that fool you. She gives you tea and cookies but in my opinion the amount of work she expects you to do is not worth it. Worse part is, she doesn't even teach and you pretty much learn from the books she makes you read. Do Not Recommend.

5.0
3.0
ANT3241
Aug 1, 2013

Dr.Baker is AMAZING.Her class is simple&interesting.I must admit,I panicked when I realized that she required 5 books;but in all honesty it's easy.All quizzes and homework assignments were open book.Midterm & Final were straight from handouts,lectures&textbook.Her review is the majority of the tests. Books are simple. I never read them. Easiest "A"

5.0
3.0
ANT3241
Aug 3, 2013

Overall, she is a good professor, but she can be difficult. She makes you read a bunch of books, two of which she wrote. She is very sweet and does everything yo help you pass, the only thing i hated was the fact that she makes you pay for extra-credit. But overall, I would recommend her as a professor! :)

5.0
2.0
ANT3241
Aug 6, 2013

MS. BAKER! Lol she is a VERY unique lady. I took her over the summer and the class flew by. It's a alot of reading but that's anthropology! It's easy though and nothing to stress over. She is very easy to tlk to. She responds quickly to emails. Really cares about her students. Looks at us as equals versus students. Love ya prof!

4.0
3.0
ANT3241
Grade: A
Sep 20, 2013

LOTS OF BOOKS!! amazing class. alot of reading, alot of hw, alot of quizzes. project (presentation or 10pg report) she talks alot about everything. her books are written by her so when u read them u are also somewhat lost. its fairly easy, just too much work(not lazy, it just really is alot) shes funny but picky. can be mean if u talk.

4.0
2.0
ANT3241
Grade: Not_Sure_Yet
Dec 10, 2013

I Love Ms. Baker! She makes the class so interesting. She is spiritual and fun. Yes you have to check online for things and read her books but if you enjoy mysticism you will enjoy this class. Such an intelligent lady. One of a kind! I like that she just goes with the flow. She tries to help you pass. And yes do not talk when she's talking! :)

5.0
2.0
ANT3241
Jan 6, 2014

Love this professor! The one class i looked forward to attending. A lot of reading is required but the tests and quizzes are not difficult. She loves what she does which makes attending class fun. Learned a lot.

3.0
2.0
ANT3241
Apr 2, 2014

The first class, she was so interesting to me. Everyday after it was like weird. She puts on obnoxious music while she teaches. She makes us buy her books that she wrote, and they are pointless. It's easy. I would recommend it because it really isn't much. Easy reads and easy questions. Group project was also a no brainer.

3.0
2.0
ANT3241
Apr 2, 2014

At first, she was so interesting to me. Everyday after it was like weird. She puts on obnoxious music while she teaches. She makes us buy her books that she wrote, and they are pointless. It's easy. I would recommend it because it really isn't much. Easy reads and easy questions. Group project was also a no brainer.

5.0
2.0
ANT3241
Apr 21, 2014

Absolutely wonderful professor! She brings tea and baked goods to every class. Her work is fair, just make sure you go to class and keep up with the assignment. It is a truly life-changing course, if you allow it to be. She's an absolute sweetheart.

3.0
2.0
ANT3241
Apr 22, 2014

Subjects taught in class are interesting and professor is passionate about them. She is also incredibly biased and, although she encourages tolerance, she often makes statements that can be offensive and inappropriate. Her books are badly written but required and her exams/quizzes have a lot of subjective questions. Also, very disorganized.

2.0
2.0
ANT3241
Apr 24, 2014

Firstly, she is a nice, but unique lady. You have to have an open mind when taking the class. I did not enjoy the class, very far fetch ideas but it was easy. Quizzes are open book but the Midterm and Final are not. Everyone got a 100 on their projects so fairly easy. Meets the GL requirement, so I'd take it if you want to pass. Offers extra credit

1.0
3.0
SYG2000
Jun 23, 2015

She's a unique professor. Brings food to class, plays music, and has field trips. But she is disorganized and doesn't really follow the syllabus, and she doesn't explain assignments clearly. There was a huge group project, two exams, and several homework assignments.

5.0
1.0
SYG2000
Grade: A+
Jul 24, 2015

One of the best professors anyone can possibly have. She is an amazing human being, extremely helpful and compasionate. lectures are long, but this is an easy A.

4.0
3.0
SYG2000
Grade: B+
Jul 31, 2015

Ms. Baker is my favorite professor so far. She is one of the sweetest, and kind hearted person I've ever met. She gave a few online quizzes & tests, pretty easy, just have to read the passages, had a midterm and final. She is so INSPIRATIONAL. Tries to give extra credit and brings food for the entire class. She's truly the best :)

4.0
3.0
SYG2000
Grade: Not sure yet
Jul 31, 2015

I love professor Baker, she is very inspirational and I loved her class she brings cookies and tea for her class everyday, online quizzes pay attention to them most questions for the midterm come from there. One group project and gives pretty good reviews for the mid-term and final.

5.0
2.0
2000
Grade: A
Aug 3, 2015

Professor Baker is an amazing professor. Her lectures are interesting & I really enjoyed coming to class. Do not skip class if you want to do well. She sometimes gives homework where you need the text book but it's easy. Her midterm is easy and final is a little harder but not bad. Bring a laptop & TAKE NOTES. A must for passing. Would take again!

5.0
1.0
SYG2000
Grade: A
Aug 22, 2015

She's really nice. She takes her time explaining her lectures and provides food at the start of class.

4.0
2.0
SOC2000
Aug 24, 2015

She's an amazing person and teacher. Talks a lot of her private life, but usually makes you understand the subject. Study her notes and PAY ATTENTION when she says "Mid term" or "Finals" it will definitely be on the exams. She's very inspiring. Go to her class open minded.

4.0
1.0
SYG2000
Dec 14, 2015

Ms. Baker is one of a kind to say the least. A very inspirational woman if you have an open mind to different kinds of personalities and people. She is a sweetheart yet takes her work seriously as she should. Extremely knowledgeable about her material and the class is super easy to pass all you have to do is show up and take notes. I love her.

2.0
2.0
SYG2000
Grade: B+
Jun 24, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Ms. Baker is the most eccentric professor I've ever taken. She puts on strobe lighting and music while she just talks, almost like a motivational seminar, and if you interrupt her at all she'll snap at you. The course material is extremely easy, albeit kind of boring and extremely biased. Few quizzes, group project, midterm/final, and you pass.

3.0
3.0
SYG2000
Grade: B+
Aug 8, 2016
Would take again

Professor Baker was a very average teacher. I think some of her definitions could've been alot more clearer in the lecture. She kinda seemed to make up definitions at times for certain words we were suppose to remember. overall not bad though

5.0
4.0
SYG2000
Grade: A-
Aug 10, 2016
Would take again

Best professor I've ever had. Super sweet, caring and loving. Her lectures are awesome. She brings cookies and green tea to every class. Provides useful reviews for midterm and final. 1 major paper (7 students per group) online quizzes for hw. Plans a field trip to a museum and a white party every semester to celebrate art wearing white clothes.

CARES ABOUT STUDENTS
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
SYG2000
Grade: A+
Aug 14, 2016
Would take again

Easy "A!" Show up to class, listen to her lectures, & TAKE NOTES! She dresses in multicultural outfits & makes her lectures super entertaining! Her midterm/final is ALL based on the NOTES (& the review sheet that she gives out)! Quizzes from book! On top of that, she's super nice & always brings food for the class. Would definitely take her again!

Amazing lectures
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
3.0
SYG2000
Grade: B+
Aug 24, 2016
Would take again

She's really nice and funny and she always has snacks prepared for the class with a side of tea. If you don't study and attend the class you will not be prepared for her quizzes or tests and she throws an all white party and if you attend or participate she gives you up to 7 extra credit points!! (Those points ADD up)

Skip class? You won't pass.
Hilarious
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
SYG2000
Grade: A+
Aug 24, 2016
Would take again

Awesome professor. laid back and easy. very passionate. would take again!!!!

Respected
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
2.0
SYG2000
Grade: A-
Nov 28, 2016
Would take again

One of the best teachers I've had yet, she really opens your mind about everything. The class is an easy A if you take good notes, it would be really hard to completely fail. she does not like when people talk during her lecture. Downside is she barely answers emails.

Respected
Inspirational
GROUP PROJECTS
4.0
2.0
SYG2000
Grade: A
Dec 16, 2016
Would take again

Cool and not a lot of hw

Inspirational
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
2.0
SYG2000
Grade: A+
Jan 18, 2017
Would take again

She is awesome

Inspirational
Amazing lectures
Caring
4.0
2.0
SYG2000
Apr 28, 2017
Would take again

Easy class! She takes attendance, but you don't have to be there to learn. Very few homework assignments. Have a midterm and final in class, she gives study guides. She is a bit strange, but nice nevertheless. Lots of extra credit, but they are all far away places, like downtown miami area (visit a museum, etc.) No class Fridays! 7/10

Respected
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
5.0
2.0
SYG3002
Nov 7, 2017
Would take again

Professor Baker is absolutely amazing. Her class is mostly her giving lectures, and she brings up a lot of important social issues that are relevant to today. Not a difficult class, very straightforward about what is expected. A midterm, a final, and a group 10 page paper. Occasional online quizzes based on articles or reading she provides.

Inspirational
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
SYG2000
Grade: A
Dec 5, 2017
Would take again

Dr Baker is the real deal. Funny teacher with a great personality and really knows her course material. Be prepare to explore the inner you and learn new things

Respected
Caring
Would take again
5.0
1.0
SYG2000
Grade: A+
May 3, 2018
Would take again

Dr. Baker is the most amazing teacher I've had the honor to learn from. She opens your eyes about many diff. aspects of life and takes a great interest in her students. Both as an individual and prof., Dr. Baker is completely inspiring. Lectures are truly amazing, but you SHOULD take good notes for A, no textbook (occasional). I LOVED EVERYTHING TY

Skip class? You won't pass.
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
4.0
2.0
ANT3241
Grade: B
Jun 12, 2018
Would take again

I had this class my first year and it was a breeze. The teacher was hilarious and the class lectures were interesting. Definitely recommend if you want something light. You need the text book!

Participation matters
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Hilarious
5.0
1.0
SYG2000
Grade: A+
Jul 31, 2018
Would take again

Caring about students, amazing, she makes classes interesting.

Respected
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
1.0
SYG2010
Grade: A
Aug 19, 2018
Would take again

Easiest class ever! The teacher was very nice and caring --- the assignments aren't difficult so they are DO-ABLE. Do not be afraid to take this professor! Work is very easy and has a very small course load. The only thing I would say is that the textbook is virtually required if you would like to pass all exams and etc. The Best class EVER!

Gives good feedback
Respected
Inspirational
1.0
1.0
SYG2000
Grade: B+
Oct 25, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Completely inept individual. Scattered and unorganized. Failed to properly teach concepts and gave unclear directions in the class on given assignments.

5.0
3.0
SYG3002
Oct 30, 2018
Would take again

Very sweet, caring and open minded professor. Would take all over again !

Amazing lectures
GROUP PROJECTS
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
5.0
1.0
SYG2000
Grade: A
Nov 10, 2018
Would take again

Amazing professor, makes class fun. Very inspirational and really does know her material, passionate on not just teaching but helping and educating other. Doesn't like seeing any of her students fail. as long as you interact and show up to class she will make sure you pass. Very difficult to get anything lower than a B.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Inspirational
5.0
2.0
SYG2000
Grade: A
Jan 8, 2019
Would take again

She cares so much about her students and makes it very easy to succeed. There really is no one like her and her classes. All the assignments are super doable and the exams are not hard. I would highly recommend.

Inspirational
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
2.0
SYG2000
Grade: A+
Jun 14, 2019
Would take again

This was the first class I took at FIU, and I'm glad! The class was cool and interesting and she grades fairly. The class in summer term is a little long, but she is entertaining so it is not bad at all. She's very nice and the topic of the class itself is interesting even if this is just an elective. If you see it, take it!

Respected
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
1.0
SYG2000
Grade: A+
Nov 25, 2019
Would take again

Dr. Baker is the most amazing professor I've ever had. She genuinely cares about her work and you can feel her passion when she lectures. For her class, It was really easily double. The midterm and finals were easy if you glanced at her helpful study guides, and her extra credit experiences are generous. I 100% reccomend teh class.

Inspirational
Group projects
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
1.0
SYG2000
Grade: A+
Dec 9, 2019
Would take again

An absolute sweetheart. All quizzes are done online and are very easy. Her lectures are always inspiring and entertaining. The only tests are the Midterm and final which are both easy if you look at the review she gives. ALWAYS take notes in class. I loved having her.

Respected
Inspirational
Caring
2.0
3.0
SYG2000
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 2, 2020
Wouldn't take again

She is absolutely unorganized. Her communication skills are not that great either. It could be because of the pandemic. I don't know what it is, but I didn't have the best experience in her class.

Group projects
3.0
2.0
SYG3002
Grade: A
Nov 22, 2020
Wouldn't take again

A very sweet professor, however, lectures can be difficult to follow and communication is sometimes a bit difficult.

Lots of homework
Inspirational
Lecture heavy
5.0
2.0
SYG3002
Grade: B+
Dec 15, 2021
Would take again

She has her flaws, but she is good person and teacher.

4.0
2.0
SYG2000
Grade: A
Nov 2, 2022
Would take again

Professor Baker was super sweet. She brings snacks for the class and plays music in the background of her lectures. Although her lectures are somewhat disorganized as she goes off topic quite a bit, her quizzes and tests were fairly simple if you read the material.

Get ready to read
Group projects
Graded by few things
4.0
2.0
SYG2000
Grade: A
Nov 2, 2022
Would take again

Professor Baker was a very sweet and passionate person. She did go off on too many tangents during her lectures and did not put many grades in. Her assignments were pretty easy and quick. Be prepared to buy more than one book for this class. Her lectures were a little too difficult to follow sometimes but overall, she was a pretty good teacher.

Inspirational
Caring
Graded by few things
1.0
5.0
SYG3002
Grade: B+
Feb 23, 2023

Unclear instructions on big projects. She doesn't answer emails and if you have a question in class she's going to rudely tell you to wait after she's done speaking even though she is just talking about herself. She promotes her 4-5 books every class and will manage to somehow talk about dreams even though this isn't the class for that. 0/10

Graded by few things
1.0
3.0
SYG2000
Grade: A
Apr 26, 2023

This is the worst professor I have ever taken. She spends the entire class talking about herself and her experiences, claiming to be a "people person." However, when you ask her something in private, she responds rudely, telling you to wait for the class or for when she feels like it. She is very disorganized, and her Canvas page is a mess.

1.0
3.0
2000
Grade: C
Nov 2, 2023

I personally didn't really like her. She was very rude to her students when we would ask her questions after class, and she expected you to have time to do her surprise assignments outside of class, knowing her student's work. Her lectures are very disorganized.

Group projects
Graded by few things
4.0
1.0
PPE4514
Grade: A
Dec 7, 2023

I loved Ms. Baker as a person. She is kind, loving, and eccentric. However, I would not take her for Psychology of dreams. She was disorganized and not tech savvy. Therefore,It was difficult getting a response from her through email & text.She is a LOVELY person, but as a professor, I kindly pass.

Group projects
Caring
Lecture heavy
2.0
1.0
PPE4514
Grade: A
Dec 13, 2023

In the initial week of Ms. Baker's class, I considered dropping due to her disorganization and frequent off-topic discussions. I anticipated exploring the psychology of dreams but found the semester focused heavily on religion. An LA could help Ms. Baker maintain course structure, stay on topic, and respond to messages quicker (shes not tech savvy)

Group projects
Caring
Graded by few things
5.0
1.0
SYG2000
Grade: A-
Dec 30, 2023
Would take again

Professor Baker is super caring and wishes everyone to pass. There is a group project and little assignments here and there. The midterm and final are easy if you pay attention and take notes in lectures. She is the sweetest teacher and brings life to the classroom as she cares about her students. She talks about her adventures and connects themes!

Amazing lectures
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
3.0
PPE4514
Grade: A+
Apr 26, 2024
Would take again

Dr. Baker is super passionate about everything she teaches and really cares about her students. She gives very few assignments in the class, aside from a midterm/final, group project or paper, and a couple of quizzes. The subject matter is super interesting and it is easy to understand/remember if you listen. Pay attention and you'll be fine!

Get ready to read
EXTRA CREDIT
Inspirational
4.0
2.0
SYG2000
Grade: A-
Oct 20, 2024
Would take again

Professor Baker is incredibly passionate and caring. While her lectures can be disorganized, the assignments are easy and quizzes are a breeze. unstuck ai was a great study tool alongside her review guides. Definitely take this class!

4.0
2.0
PPE4514
Grade: A
Oct 22, 2024
Would take again

She's a super sweet lady! I liked going to class, but my biggest critique is that she's pretty disorganized when teaching and there's no layout for the course. That said, her lectures are very inspirational (tearing up fr) and you end up learning something. 5 quizzes on books, one group paper, and a few assignments! Just pay attention in class!!!!!

Inspirational
Lecture heavy
Graded by few things
5.0
2.0
PPE4514
Grade: A-
Dec 30, 2024
Would take again

Okay.. so Professor Baker is super sweet, funny and the kindest soul you'll come across. She give a ton of opportunities to pass and build your grade up. The only issue is her tendency to run off topic and her tech skills prevent her from having an organized canvas. Go to class, participate and be genuine. You'll pass.

Inspirational
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
1.0
PPE4514
Grade: A+
Jan 23, 2025
Would take again

I love her. She is so kind and inspirational and she loves what she does. It is very rare that you find a teacher that absolutely wholeheartedly has a passion for teaching and learning her students. She grades fairly and her classes are never boring. She brings sweet treats for her students every single class. Amazing teacher, would take again.

Group projects
Inspirational
Caring
2.0
3.0
PPE4514
Grade: A
Jan 29, 2025

She can be kind of rude, can never stay on topic. Has favorites, doesn't try to hide it. Barely teaches anything that will be on your midterm/final, taking notes won't help because the lectures be are all over the place. She has a lot of interesting things to say but she is not the best professor if you actually want to learn/get good grades

Group projects
Hilarious
Graded by few things
2.0
3.0
PPE4514
Grade: B+
Apr 16, 2025

The professor is passionate about the class. However, she often goes off-topic during lecture. She's not very comfortable with technology, so the Canvas page was disorganized. It was tough to take notes since her TA wrote them on the board, and it was messy and hard to read. Quizzes were in person, and attendance was mandatory.

Group projects
Inspirational
Caring
1.0
4.0
PPE4514
Grade: B
Nov 20, 2025

Lectures are soo confusing. Main focus is her religion and church, overall is a nice kind person BUT professor/learning wise its a no. Tests are in class and open book but will be on pages 0-200 so 200 pages of text from a regular book to find information from and the book doesn't even have chapter headings. Info from lectures is not on tests also?

Group projects
Respected
Lecture heavy
2.0
4.0
PPE4514
Grade: A-
Dec 29, 2025

This professor is truly kind and very spiritual but in terms of classroom setting, she doesn't really listen to her students, she just spends the entire lecture talking to herself really. The class is not really about dreams or psych, it's more about religion, spiritually, and anthropology

Participation matters
Group projects
Hilarious
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