3.4

Rebecca Pierce

Biology - Delta College

3.4
Quality
3.7
Difficulty
61%
Would Retake
97
Reviews
3.4
Quality
3.7
Difficulty
3.6
Helpful
3.2
Clarity

61%

Would Retake

97

Reviews

Rating Distribution
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5

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What Students Say

Pierce is a phenomenal teacher

BIO140 - 4.0 rating

Rebecca is a great teacher

BIO140 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

84%

Textbook Required

69%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

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Predicted Grade

B+

95% confidence
Based on 34 grades
Most common grades:
A (10)
B (6)
B+ (5)
Grade Distribution
A(10)B(9)C(4)D(4)F(0)A-/B+(9)
Based on 39 reported grades
A: 10
B: 6
B+: 5
A-: 4
Common Tags
Caring (13)
Gives good feedback (12)
Test heavy (12)
Lecture heavy (10)
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS (6)
EXTRA CREDIT (6)
Skip class? You won't pass. (6)
Lots of homework (6)
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Ratings by Course

HUMANANAT

5.0

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BIOA

5.0

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BIO135

5.0

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BIO153

4.3

(3)

BIO152W

4.2

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140

4.0

152

4.0

BIO

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BIO140

4.0

BIOI52

4.0

Reviews (97)
4.0
3.0
BIO111
Sep 22, 2005

This lady really don't know what she is talking about. If you are horrible at Biology, just taket his lady.

3.0
3.0
BIO111
Oct 25, 2005

She really don't know what she is talking about. She's an idiot!! Take someone else if you wanna learn.

4.0
4.0
BIO
Nov 2, 2005

She was an alrith teacher, she focused way to much on outcomes and oblectives, she was looking for a new job in the process of teaching us... so what does that tell you about how much she likes to teach?

4.0
1.0
BIO111
Nov 15, 2005

Very nice and helpful. quizes every week and is very helpful not a lot of homework so no excuse to do bad.

3.0
4.0
BIO111
Nov 27, 2005

This lady cannot even control her class. She lets the class do whatever they want. Students talk during lecture. She confuses you because she don't no what she is talking about. She contradicts herself and half the class is failing and she don't even care. I would never recommend this lady to anyone

1.0
5.0
BIO111
Nov 29, 2005

The reason I rate her a 2 on interesting is because, I'm interested in how the heck she got this job. She's an idiot.

4.0
3.0
BIOLOGY111
Jan 11, 2006

Mrs. Pierce is a very knowledgable instructor despite the negative feedback from others. She does however, have to remember that she's dealing with adults and not high school students. Even though some students acted as if they were in high school. She offered as much help as was needed to help students understand the material.

2.0
3.0
BIO152
Feb 22, 2006

I would not reccommend this instructor to anyone. She lectures way too much in class (I think she likes to hear herself talk) and yet contradicts herself constantly. I would like to know how she got this job to be quite honest. She doesn't have any clue what she is doing. I've had good instructors, a few bad... but this lady is the worst by far

3.0
4.0
BIO152
Mar 20, 2006

nice teacher wish she could slow down a bit.. i mean this is by far the hardest class i have ever taken.. and she is not an easy grader

3.0
3.0
BIO152
Mar 30, 2006

She is a really nice person...but sometimes it is hard in her class because she doesn't go over things enough...we lecture over stuff too fast with no like diagrams or anything...she just lectures word for word from the notes you have infront of you...

4.0
4.0
BIO152
Mar 31, 2006

Mrs. Pierce is a very nice person and she tries really hard to make sure you learn the material, and genuinly cares. The class is hard, but it would be no matter what teacher you take

1.0
4.0
152
May 1, 2006

she is a horrible teacher.. nice yea right.. she is very fast teacher the material is soo much that sometimes u cant learn it fast enough.. she also discriminates against people who dont have an A or B its horrible.. would not reccomend this teacher for ANYONE... take someone else

1.0
5.0
BIO152
May 1, 2006

Mrs. Pierce is a nice person but I a horrible professor. She goes over things way to fast and does not explain things well! She puts things on her test that she doesnt go over in class. Do not take her! Trust me I know

5.0
3.0
BIO152
Aug 30, 2006

Mrs. Pierce did many hours of excellent work to prepare for this class when she was put in at the last minute. Very helpful and knowledgable.

4.0
2.0
BIO152
Oct 11, 2006

I read these ratings and i have to laugh. First of all your college students and you write like first graders. Also the part about discriminating if you don't have an A or B is a joke. You get out of any class what you put in to it. This teacher made you think and that is what you should be doing, not having a grade handed to you.

5.0
2.0
HUMANANAT
Nov 10, 2006

Mrs. Pierce is a very kind hearded teacher. She listens to her students and loves teaching. She loves interacting with students on a one on one bases with the bones, and muscle skeletons. She does give you one on one attention if you need it. She is AWESOME!!!!!! Every quiz and test she has you get the chance for EXTRA CREDIT!!! That helps a ton

5.0
1.0
BIO152
Mar 3, 2007

Mrs. Pierce is a very nice teacher. She does like working with her students one on one. She is very helpful. I would recommend her to anyone!

4.0
3.0
BIO152
May 14, 2007

She was extremely helpful throughout the semester by making notes, cheat sheets, and flow charts. Not that many people liked her, but she wants to help you pass the class.

5.0
4.0
BIO152W
Oct 23, 2007

For the most part she was very helpful when it came to explaining things more clearly.

5.0
3.0
BIO152
Dec 27, 2007

This is a tough class but Mrs. Pierce is a great teacher. She will explain things until you get it as long as you ask. TIP: read the material prior to class, she then reviews notes she prepares for you (very helpful and most info is on quizes/tests). She goes quickly so reading ahead will help you get A's, if you dont, you will be lost!

4.0
4.0
BIO152W
Feb 6, 2008

Mrs. Pierce is very nice and very helpful. I was a little worried about this class but she takes things at a fairly slow pace. She has a lot of hands on activities that help you learn. She also drops your two lowest quizzes. Just do the assignments and ask questions if you have them. Also make friends in the class that you can study with.

4.0
4.0
BIO152W
Mar 8, 2008

Mrs. pierce is really nice. She is a little goofy at times but it keeps class from getting too intense. Tests and quizzes are fairly easy if you study for them. Take her for sure...she is very helpful!!

3.0
3.0
BIO153
Jun 28, 2008

She teaches the material clearly. Her tests are abstract. Read the book to really understand. Labs are great, she gives ample time to study. She gives lots of extra credit which helped make up for unclear test questions. Im a 4.0 but without her extra credit I would not have received an A. She will bite your head off if you ask too many questions.

5.0
2.0
BIO153
Oct 30, 2008

Wonderful teacher, very caring and understanding. Helps before and after class, and never makes you feel stupid. She is very good at making sure you understand the material, and although the class is fast paced she makes it bearable. Take her!!!

2.0
5.0
BIO152
Dec 3, 2008

I did not like this teacher at all, she goes over the material so fast and jumps around on different topics so much to yhe point where you have a hard time absorbing all the material because it's very overwhelming!!!DONOT TAKE THIS PROFESSOR!!!!!!!

1.0
5.0
BIO152
Feb 4, 2009

DO NOT TAKE THIS PROFESSOR! she is very rude and does not treat her students equally and fairly AT ALL. I would not recommend this teacher to anyone!!!!

5.0
3.0
BIO153
Aug 2, 2009

Mrs.Pierce was one of the best teachers that I have ever had. She does go through the material fast. However, there is a lot of material to cover. If you actually do the homework and study like a grownup, you will do just fine. She will also help you if you are having problems. If you do not do well in this class, I would say that you are lazy.

5.0
2.0
BIO152
Aug 24, 2009

I had her for a spring class and she was the best biology teacher i have ever had. She helped whenever you needed it. She was extremely organized. She used every technique of teaching to fit everyones learning style. I would recommend her 100%!

4.0
5.0
BIO140
Feb 14, 2010

Pleasant teacher and very helpful. However, she crams so much homework on a student that all you ever find yourself doing is homework. Absolutely no time to study and absorb the material. I am currently taking her class Winter Semester 2010. Highly recommended if you don't have a full time job!!!!!

4.0
5.0
BIO152
Mar 4, 2010

She is very hard. she gives you the material to study for one day then a quiz. The practicals are so hard she adds stuff to it and if she thinks the answer is missing something she gives you a 1/4 OF A GRADE why? just give the full grade.. don't take her if you have a full time job or life.

5.0
3.0
BIO140
Apr 30, 2010

Mrs. Pierce is an amazing teacher. not to say you dont have to work in her class but she keeps things interesting & acknowleges every students input and queries.I was scared of taking this class cuz im not scientifically inclined, but she put me at ease and was extremely approachable and encouraging. Its college not a cakewalk.

3.0
4.0
BIO152
Aug 16, 2010

I hated her class it was so hard. She gives you a study guide that has nothing to do with the test. Maybe 10 students stayed after the first few weeks. Nice person willing to help you but teaching still is off. If you want to pass take someone else.

4.0
4.0
BIO152
Dec 21, 2010

mrs. pierce is a very nice person but the class is challenging for those that may have children, a full time job, and other hard classes. spare time was spent studying. overall i would recommend mrs. pierce to someone who has alot of time to put into the class. very nice and approachable woman. tried to accomadate everyone's learning style.

3.0
5.0
BIO152
Apr 5, 2011

Horrible teacher for such a great section of biology. Obnoxiously hard grader and review sheets have nothing to do with the tests that are given. Spelling is also a huge part of the class.

3.0
4.0
BIOI52
Apr 5, 2011

If you're going to take her class, I would not recommend socializing with any of your class mates since it will automatically be assumed that you're cheating off each other. Additionally, her grading system is absurd. I had one of the highest grades in the class at a B. Find someone else, anyone else for Bio 152.

1.0
5.0
BIO152
Apr 15, 2011

TERRIBLE TEACHER, DOUBLE STANDARDS WITH STUDENTS. GRADING SYSTEM IS RIDICULOUS, SHE DOES NOT SIMPLIFY ANYTHING , IN HER CLASS YOU HAVE TO SPEAK AND UNDERSTAND LIKE A DOCTOR OR YOU ARE SCREWED.SHE IS MORE CONCERNED ABOUT HERSELF THAN IF YOU PASS OR FAIL. HOWEVER YOU COULD PROBABLY GET AWAY WITH CHEATING. WHEN THE AVERAGE FOR THE CLASS IS C TO C- WHA

1.0
5.0
BIO152
Apr 15, 2011

WASTE OF TIME, DISAPPOINTING CLASS. NOT RECOMMENDED!!!!

1.0
5.0
BIO152
Apr 15, 2011

Not recommended. does not give opportunities to pass the class, she does not care if you pass or fail, she still has a job

2.0
5.0
BIO152
Apr 25, 2011

Mrs. Pierce is extremely nice. My class had a lot of drama in it for some odd reason. She was always stressed about her personal life, but she did care about her student very much. Her exams are very difficult! I studied all the time and still only was able to get a B+ in the class, but I was fine with that.

2.0
5.0
BIO140
Jul 15, 2011

Very nice person. This class was not well organized. She was hard to understand. 50% of the class dropped and only a portion of the remaining students got above a B. Her grading was awful (1/16 of a point!?) She did seem to be more lenient of the guys in class.

5.0
3.0
BIOA
Mar 2, 2012

Mrs. Pierce is a very nice lady very helpful and I thought it was easy to understand an she did a great job of teaching the class. She made it fun and enjoyable as well!!

5.0
3.0
BIO111
Apr 29, 2012

Mrs. Pierce is very helpful and unlike these comments, she is not bias at all, as long as you show your respect for her.

1.0
4.0
BIO152
Oct 30, 2012

Most unorganized teacher I've ever had. She's a nice lady and tries to help you, but doesn't have her act together and bounces around constantly. Doesn't grade anything on time. If she could cover the material a different way it would be easier to understand. Tests were decent if you studied all the time. Be prepared to work alot!

5.0
1.0
BIO135
Jul 11, 2013

I absolutely loved this class. I had looked on rate my professor before the semester and was really nervous because there were some bad reviews, but Mrs. P is an amazing teacher. She really cares about her students and will try and accommodate to you if you are having problems. She really makes the material easy to understand.

2.0
4.0
BIO140
Dec 9, 2013

UNORGANIZED! As a college student, i was more organized than she was. Took a while to grade tests. Not very good at answering any of questions asked by other students or myself.

5.0
4.0
BIO140
Grade: B-
Dec 19, 2013

I enjoyed this class.She was a very nice teacher and truly cared about her students. The class was a lot of work but as long as you did it the test were easier. Went out of her way to help students,offered a lot of makeups and extra points. As long as you show her respect she would respect you. Handed back things fairly quick. I would recommend her

5.0
2.0
BIO140
Jan 4, 2014

she was very nice, clearly cares about her students and wants everyone to pass, some background in bio/chem strongly needed, this class is not easy, at times it stalled as needed for some to understand material, it also moved very fast, this class is a lot of work and you get out of it what you put in

5.0
3.0
BIO140
Jan 23, 2014

Great teacher who is easy to interact with. She really cares about her students and even came in on a day off to help students study for an exam. The class is hard if you don't study and stay on top of the material. I put in an average amount of effort and came out with an A-.

4.0
3.0
BIO152
Jan 26, 2014

She is very nice, and tries to help. The problem is shes really unorganized. We got behind in the class so she made us learn a whole section by ourselves outside of class. Some of the activities you do to help learn are childish and she does them before the lecture which is what put us behind. Also working full time with this class is difficult.

2.0
4.0
BIO140
Apr 11, 2014

UNORGANIZED! the material was never really clear. I learned more from my classmates than I learned from her. She always bounced around and depended on videos too much. tests took forever to grade and were very hard.

2.0
5.0
BIO140
Grade: B
Apr 29, 2014

Mrs. Pierce shouldn't be teaching at a college level. Incredibly un-organized, contradicts herself. A lot of students take her class to quickly finish Gen. Ed classes to validate for clinical. Don't be one of them. Avoid this class. Take BIO152 & BIO153 instead or you will end up retaking BIO140. She's a great person but a horrible professor.

5.0
3.0
BIO152
Dec 14, 2014

Becky took over my class when our teacher left. She was there for the students and stayed after class for two hours to help me study for an exam. All of the work she gives you is helpful for tests.

4.0
4.0
140
Grade: A
Apr 12, 2015

Yes she is a little unorganized, kind of a hot mess at times, but will come before practicals to help you study, will email you back help on assignments rather quickly, don't buy the textbook unless you want it for your own personal preference to study. Started off hating her ended up loving her, great teacher.

5.0
3.0
BIO152
Grade: A
May 4, 2015

Excellent instructor, spent her own time helping us study, has fill-in lecture notes to help you out, expectations very clear, wants you to learn, is available outside of class, tests are tough but fair, uses activities and assignments to help you understand the material, has a good sense of humor too. would definitely take her class again

3.0
5.0
BIO140
Grade: C
Oct 12, 2015

Unorganized and goes really fast. You will never get out early, and you have a quiz/test/practical almost every time you meet(more towards the middle of the semester)homework doesn't count against you, but she grades it harshly. Quizzes are harder then tests, she gives a lot of partial credit. You must study, do homework and go in for help to pass

3.0
1.0
BIO152
Grade: A-
Oct 27, 2015

Very nice, but is slightly unorganized. Besides that she will work with the class if they are struggling in certain areas and will push back assignments based on the class. A lot of homework, but it does help with the practicals.

4.0
2.0
BIO140
Nov 5, 2015

Mrs. Pierce is such a good teacher. Shes a little tough to understand with what she wants to be done, but if you ask her she's more than willing to talk with you. She takes time out of her day if you need it to study. Do the homework, study, and always ask her for help (shes more than willing).

5.0
3.0
BIO140
Grade: A
Nov 10, 2015

Rebecca is a great teacher! She goes out of her way to help you in any way she can. She comes early and will stay late to help. She assigns homework, its not mandatory but its basically whats on the quizzes and tests so it helps. She can be a little unorganized sometimes but she makes it work. She really cares if you pass or not.

4.0
4.0
BIO140
Grade: A-
Nov 21, 2015

Mrs. Pierce is a phenomenal teacher! The criteria is tough, but she uses a variety of teaching methods to make sure you learn the material. She will spend her own time, coming in early/staying late if students need help, because she genuinely cares if her students pass. I would recommend her to a friend!!

2.0
4.0
BIO152
Grade: Audit/No Grade
Apr 8, 2016

Very unclear on what is expected and very unorganized. Half of the class ended up having to take a no credit/pass.. great person but not great for college professor especially when you have all walks of life and different education backgrounds.

4.0
4.0
BIO152
Grade: B
May 3, 2016

This is not an easy class there is a lot to learn in a semester. So it does become fast paced and you must put in the hours to get the grade you want. She is a good teacher always willing to help and offers extra credit.

5.0
3.0
BIO140
Grade: B+
Aug 31, 2016
Would take again

She's nice

Gives good feedback
Respected
Hilarious
1.0
4.0
BIO140
Grade: B-
Oct 11, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Tough teacher

Tough Grader
Gives good feedback
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
5.0
4.0
BIO152
Grade: A
Feb 6, 2017
Would take again

Not sure why there are negative rates about Rebecca because she's the best bio teacher I've ever had. She teaches hard classes so your grade is up to you. She gives great feedback, cares about her students, and gives lots of extra help and extra credit, drops 3 lowest quizzes, etc. Highly recommend her for bio!

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
3.0
BIO152
Apr 13, 2017
Would take again

Great teacher. She makes the material easy to understand and classes fun. You can tell she really enjoys teaching. I wish she was available for BIO 153.

Tough Grader
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
BIO152
Apr 19, 2017
Would take again

This has honestly been my favorite class at delta. She uses every kind of teaching method to be sure you understand the content. Grades very fair and is incredibly helpful. If you pay attention and do the small amount of homework the class is very interesting and she is a very amazing instructor and an all around awesome person!

Gives good feedback
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
BIO140
Grade: A-
May 4, 2017
Would take again

She's a really great prof. Overall it's a time consuming class. But if you put in the work you'll do fine. She gives you homework for extra points and she's always helpful. She helps in the study room a lot before tests and practicals. She really cares and wants students to get good grades. I would take her again in a heartbeat.

Skip class? You won't pass.
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Caring
5.0
2.0
BIO152W
Grade: A
May 17, 2017
Would take again

Loved taking this class! Super easy if you study and know the material. Becky always answered any questions we had and took time to review things before the test. I would totally take her again!!

Gives good feedback
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
BIO152
Dec 15, 2017
Would take again

Great teacher

Would take again
4.0
4.0
BIO140
Dec 20, 2017
Would take again

Lots of tests, but Becky is there to help when needed either outside of class or after class. You have to put in the effort to get the grade you want, but she does give extra credit and grades attendance.

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Caring
Tests are tough
5.0
3.0
BIO152
Grade: B+
Apr 26, 2018
Would take again

Amazing teacher for a difficult class. She cares about your success. Shes a little all over the place so stay organized. Your grace is 100% test and quizzes. You can you homework on quizzes. Highly recommend her.

4.0
5.0
BIO152
May 12, 2018
Would take again

She was a nice & tried to help outside of class. Many times she would make statements that seemed to contradict herself &some of her test points didnt make sense going back over them (how she graded essay questions or came up with the points) Overall she was a decent teacher & tried to clarify info. If she was more organized she would be fantastic

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
TEST HEAVY
3.0
4.0
BIO150
Grade: A
Sep 11, 2018
Would take again

She's one of the best professors I've ever had. She made the hard content we were learning easy to understand and was always willing to help outside of class. Highly recommend

Gives good feedback
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Caring
5.0
4.0
BIO140
Grade: A
Jan 2, 2019
Would take again

Any anatomy class is going to have a heavy workload and be difficult. Professor Pierce gave lots of hands on opportunities to learn and was in the study room to help whenever possible. She wants to see her students succeed and her tests are very reasonable if you put the studying effort in. She also jokes around a lot and I highly recommend her.

Skip class? You won't pass.
EXTRA CREDIT
LECTURE HEAVY
1.0
4.0
BIO140
Grade: C
Jan 9, 2019
Wouldn't take again

This has been the worst class I have taken so far. She can be rude toward her students, and she bounces around so much I cannot understand her teaching.

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
TEST HEAVY
5.0
4.0
BIO152W
Apr 17, 2019
Would take again

One of the nicest teachers I have had. She wants to see everyone pass her class and you can tell. That doesn't mean she goes easy on you, but she is willing to do whatever she can to help you out.

Group projects
Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
BIO140
Grade: B+
Feb 26, 2020
Would take again

Despite the class being difficult, she tries her best to make it interesting. Rebecca Pierce really cares about her students and will do anything to help you pass. She is almost always available to help you study and improve. Attendance was not mandatory, but you will miss a lot of information if you do. Overall, I loved this class.

Lots of homework
Skip class? You won't pass.
Caring
1.0
5.0
BIO140
Grade: Audit/No Grade
Apr 21, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Mrs. Pierce had the worse organization skills with material at Delta. She was forced to move to virtual class due to the pandemic and was behind on her material. It took her a week for the first test to be compiled for the virtual class making us rush through everything else. In the future, I will be sure to avoid taking her for any other course.

Test heavy
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
2.0
5.0
BIO140
Grade: B
Apr 30, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Enjoy having heavy work loads and mental downs then take Pierce. Don't appreciate having 4 unit test, 6 days before the end of the semester. She can't make up her mind and constantly changes things. Her online test are so difficult that everyone in the class is getting 60%. Hard grader and won't help students 1%-2% away from a B. Great person tho.

Test heavy
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
3.0
5.0
BIO140
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 30, 2020
Wouldn't take again

she's pretty nice as a person but terrible as a teacher. we have tests and quizzes every week and you have to record yourself the whole time. Lectures are long and boring. She is very unorganized and this is the most stressful class I have ever taken

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Lecture heavy
2.0
5.0
BIO140
Nov 30, 2020
Wouldn't take again

I have been a straight A student my whole life and this class is so tough. It is very test/quiz heavy and they are not easy. I love human bio but she makes me dread it. She teaches way too much at a time and goes super fast.

Lots of homework
Accessible outside class
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
BIO140
Grade: B
Dec 14, 2020
Would take again

She is very sweet and wants you to do good. It is a lot of work but she is willing to help you with any questions you have! She is one of the best professors I have ever had, and I couldn't imagine taking this class with a different professor.

Gives good feedback
Caring
3.0
5.0
BIO140
Grade: B
Dec 16, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Be aware that you will have at least 2 tests a week and 4 hour long zoom lectures that may or may not put you to sleep. She cares if you actually try in her class and she wants you to succeed, however if you don't participate study she could care less if you passed. Attendance is key, if you miss a class, you missed an entire chapter. Good luck.

Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
Caring
5.0
4.0
BIO140
Grade: A-
Jan 8, 2021
Would take again

The amount of help Rebecca Pierce is willing to give to students who are TRYING their best is amazing. I missed the second day due to my childhood dog passing, and she was very understanding. Her office hours were basically study group, HIGHLY SUGGESTED! She is slightly unorganized and sometimes gets off track, but overall one of my favorite profs.

Participation matters
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
4.0
BIO140
Grade: B+
Mar 2, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Anatomy and physiology is simply a hard class no matter what professor you have. Becky was nice and very knowledgeable, but topics seemed to be very rushed and we would move on to the next subject before anyone had the chance to take in what we just learned. Very test and quiz heavy. If you go to the study room before class, she'll usually be there

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Skip class? You won't pass.
2.0
5.0
BIO152W
Grade: C+
Apr 22, 2021
Would take again

I don't think I would recommend her. You will be quizzed and tested every week. VERY tough tests. She does like to help her students on her "after hours" so take advantage of that! she rushed through the topics and you pretty much teach yourself. She's so nice, but that doesn't give you a passing grade. I liked her but not her teaching

Test heavy
Lecture heavy
Caring
2.0
5.0
BIO152
Grade: D
Jun 4, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Her class was super hard and she claimed she even dumbed down lectures for this community college course. Her tests are super hard and be prepared to put in 12-16 hours a week in addition to class for work in order to receive a passing grade

Lots of homework
Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
2.0
5.0
BIO140
Grade: D+
Dec 6, 2021
Wouldn't take again

very test-heavy. You will have assignment quizzes on top of review quizzes on top of tests on top of lab practicals almost weekly. She tends to start teaching another unit before testing us on the current unit we've been learning so the tests get confusing because you don't know if the new information will be on it or not. so many assignments also.

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
3.0
4.0
BIO140
Grade: B-
Apr 14, 2022

Professor Pierce is a great person and wants all of her students to do well. You HAVE to attend class in order to pass this class. She is a hard grader and there is a lot of material thrown at you during class periods. This is a tough class and if you fall behind you are going to have a lot of catching up to do. Very lecture&test heavy.

Tough grader
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
4.0
2.0
BIO140
Grade: B+
Apr 25, 2022
Would take again

This is a very tough class, and you have to go to class in order to get a good grade. She really cares that you learn. If you ask for her help, she will come early to class, stay after class, and make extra time for you. She has a tone of resources for you to learn but you have to put in the effort.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
BIO140
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Sep 11, 2022

This teacher was not fair in the least, at least to specific individuals. Don't ask her many questions because she will hold it against you. Ultimately, I dropped her class, picked it up with another instructor receiving an "A," and moved on to my clinical classes afterward. Be wary of her and this class.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Lecture heavy
3.0
5.0
BIO140
Grade: C+
Dec 8, 2022

She is a great teacher if you are a very fast learner. I take a little bit longer to fully learn the lessons, so that really brought me down here. The class is always going and moving on.

Tough grader
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
5.0
4.0
BIO140
Grade: A
Dec 16, 2022
Would take again

This class is fast-paced but not impossible. She is a kind teacher who always offers help to all of her students. Like every anatomy class, this requires outside learning and memorizing to be successful, so take advantage of online material such as the quizlets, practice tests, assignments and quizzes. I learned a lot from this class.

Caring
Lecture heavy
Accessible outside class
5.0
4.0
BIO140
Grade: A
Sep 25, 2023
Would take again

Mrs. Pierce was one of my favorite professors! I learned a lot in her class as she always explained her lectures with lots of extra examples. I was sick for 2 weeks and although it was tough for me to catch up, because I had emailed her and told her of my illness, she zoom recorded every class so that I could still follow along.

EXTRA CREDIT
Gives good feedback
Caring
5.0
2.0
BIO140
Grade: A
Dec 3, 2024
Would take again

Prof. Pierce's section of BIO140 is the best class I could've chosen! She works hard to make sure students understand the material and gives helpful examples and ways to remember all the things we need to learn and memorize. Review quizzes, tests, and lab practicals pretty often, but she offers plenty of study material for students to be successful

Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
4.0
5.0
BIO140
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Jan 30, 2025

Mrs. Pierce was extremely kind, was willing to help with many extra student hours. But her course is intense and if you have life outside of school with kids, work or even a full-time school schedule it's very hard to keep up. Make sure you really have 15 to 20 hours a week to study consistently to keep up.

Caring
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
5.0
4.0
BIO140
Grade: B
Apr 24, 2025
Would take again

This class was difficult in terms of having to spend a lot of time studying and class periods are long. However, she is very organized, gives you everything you need to pass, she is very lenient, and you can tell how much she loves her job. I wouldn't recommend if you are looking for an easy bio class, but it is very informational and enjoyable.

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
Test heavy
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Online Classes

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Attendance Mandatory

84%

Textbook Required

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