3.8

Sally Billings

Anthropology - College of Southern Nevada (all campuses)

3.8
Quality
2.7
Difficulty
70%
Would Retake
117
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3.8
Quality
2.7
Difficulty
3.7
Helpful
3.8
Clarity

70%

Would Retake

117

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What Students Say

2 easy assignments a week and a total of 3 exams

ANTH101 - 5.0 rating

This was a condensed 8 week class

ANTH101 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

53%

Textbook Required

30%

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Reviews (117)
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101
Oct 23, 2004

She is an outstanding instructor and is very intrested in the needs of her students. She wil email you right back or call you. We need more like her.

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ANTHRO101
Dec 16, 2004

Best instuctor for anthropology. Very clear and doesn't change in the middle of the syllabus. she is outstanding.

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ANTH101
Dec 17, 2004

Great teacher! Wish there were more like her: her enthusiasm for the subject is highly contagious. Approachable and VERY helpful!

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ANTH101
Grade: C+
Jan 6, 2005

She says STUFF and THINGS LIKE THAT alot. If that doesn't bother you (it bothered me) then she's ok.

4.0
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ANTHROPOLOGY10
May 23, 2005

She is ok, the class is easy. I took her online, I thought the test are little bit hard, if u study u'll do fine.

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ANTH105
Jun 15, 2005

VERY INTERESTING LECTURES

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ANTH
Aug 9, 2005

Was not available for the first week of the online course.

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ANTHROP101
Sep 27, 2005

No Comments

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2.0
ANTHROPOLOGY
Oct 6, 2005

This is the best online instructor you can get if you study. Tests are hard, the syllabus clear and simple. Just do the required work.

5.0
3.0
ANTHROPOLOGY
Oct 7, 2005

Great instructor and very good lectures. The syllabus is straightforward and easy to understand. Tests can be difficult but passable.

5.0
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ANTH101202
Oct 14, 2005

She was wonderful! I wish there were more professors like her. I would definately sign up for another one of her classes again.

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ANTH101
Jan 9, 2006

Ive only taken her at school class and she was a fantastic teacher. Her class had 2-3 essays and worksheet assignment that were nothing more than reading an article and answering the questions. She showed excellent movies portraying other cultures. If you want to enjoy learning about the world around you..taken Billings.

5.0
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ANTH101
Jan 25, 2006

Great online professor, just read syllabus and do all the work. Responds to emails and questions. Tests cover book, online notes, powerpoints, and CD, so study them all and dont fall behind. Fair grader.

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ANTH101
May 1, 2007

I'm taking this class online. Its a lot of work. Take it over a full semester length and not a short course. READ the chapters a few times, take notes, read your notes, read her notes, watch her powerpoints, and you should do okay. Don't bother to ask for help though, I got none.

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ANTH101
May 14, 2007

Great teacher. She was very helpful through the short course class. A lot of work and fast paced, but I enjoyed it. You will learn a lot.

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ANTH101
Jul 27, 2007

I really enjoyed this class. I learned so much. The online summer course is very fast paced but I felt the work load was manageable. For the exam, don’t just remember the terms (band, foragers, etc.) but remember which tribes the terms apply to.

5.0
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ANTH102
Oct 12, 2007

Fun and interesting teacher, as well as a fair grader. Tests were a little detail oriented, but this is offset by being open book. Highly recomended

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ANTH102
Nov 30, 2007

Billings may be a fair enough teacher in person, however, I found her online class rediculous in the sense that she was NEVER available, had an enormous amount of work assigned, w/references not available (web-links) & material that we were graded on in exams that were never covered in lecture notes or the text. Her superior attitude was insulting!

3.0
3.0
ANTH101
May 25, 2008

Great class, teacher very helpful, lots of reading and homework but worth it if you want a good grade.

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ANTH101
Aug 5, 2008

Prof Billings was great! I never had a problem getting a hold of her. She was very helpful with discussion postings online. Not an easy class in the regard that reading is a must! DO NOT GET BEHIND! Tests were challenging, lots of homework, but beneficial in the end. I'd take a class of hers again!

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ANTHD01
Sep 29, 2008

I took Cultural Anthropology from Sally and loved the class! I did not have a lot of interest before the class, but do now. I learned a lot and found the class to be very challenging. I have recommended Sally to many other students.

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ANTH101
Oct 25, 2008

LOVED her class. Her syllabus seems a bit demanding at first but she is human and understands life situations. She was fairly timely in responding. I have taken 6 online classes and her's was organized and straight forward. Recommended highly if you're busy, but still have a dedication to school.

4.0
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ANTH101
Nov 12, 2008

I took her short term class this semester and she was very helpful. I though her class was easy but I could've definately done better...

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ANTH106
Jan 28, 2009

I wish I could have taken her "live" class but it was only offered online, although she does take her time to grade your stuff it's because she comments on most of it so it helps you see things that you might have missed, the material was pretty easy to understand (then again my major is linguistics so you can really take my word for it hehehe)

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ANTH101
May 6, 2009

I have greatly enjoyed this past semester with prof. Billings, and have signed up for 106 (linguistics) with her in the fall. I in no way found this class to be difficult, but to be fair I am an anthro major.

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ANTH101
Jun 3, 2009

Online class was a little difficult but it was my first online class and it was a 3 week class at that.

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ANT101
Jun 16, 2009

She was a cool teacher. Her class was very easy, show up do your assignments and you should be fine. We never used the book in class, you might want it to study but not mandatory. The disc with the articles is the only thing really need for the class assignments.

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ANTHR101
Jul 6, 2009

I took her 4 Anth 101 online in the summer & it was ridcules the amount of work she gave us. We had to watch two movies & 2 responses, 1 in the new art & write about it & respond 2 1 other person's art, read 1 art from dvd about 30pg then write bout it & respond 2 others post. then 100 question timed test. each week!

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ANTH101
Jul 31, 2009

I wasnt looking for a easy A I expected to do class work but on top of all the writting assisments the 3 test were worth most points there was not enough time to take the test and the test were random questions, allot of them weren't vocab questions. Granted she is nice. She is very unclear on her syllabus.

5.0
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ANTH101
Aug 27, 2009

I recommend this teacher. I took a online summer course, 4 weeks. There was a lot of work to do but it was pretty simple not to difficult. You do have to study for the exams and make notes from the book and her explainations She explains everything very clearly and she is understaning if you email her

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ANTH101
Jan 21, 2010

First thing I thought to myself after looking at the syllabus is "ARE YOU SERIOUS?" Don't listen to students who rated this professor as an easy one. In this class you MUST read HUGE articles and then compare it to HUGE chapters in a textbook. She must think we have no lives. It is like an essay a week. TONS of work and so little time. My Grade: F

1.0
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ANTHR101
Feb 11, 2010

VERY INTIMIDATING. I'm surprised that people like her as a teacher, but then again most people took her in an online class so that's different. SHES VERY UNCLEAR in syllabus. She tends to be very sarcastic to her students. She expects you know everything. I like the class, but definitely not her as a teacher.

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ANTHR101
Feb 24, 2010

She has a major attitude. She doesnt keep me motivated. I regret being in this class

3.0
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ANTH101
Apr 18, 2010

This is the hardest class ever with tons of work daily

3.0
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ANTH101
May 3, 2010

you do not actually need the book (unless you get it to get your own notes).the cd it is necessary. she is not that polite. once i asked her when was the day we have to turn in the group project and she just said look over on the syllabus. i did like her class but her attitude not so much. if you text a lot then do not take it trust me!

5.0
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ANTH101
May 23, 2010

I took her online 8 week class. Consisted of 8 reading assignments, 4 exams (including the final), and 1 final paper. It was pretty easy. I never read the book, I just looked questions up when taking the test, and I got an A. You do have to read for the weekly reading assignment, but it's easy.

3.0
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ANTH102
Aug 4, 2010

there were things she said in class that were not accurate. sometimes you ask her a question and she doesn't know the answer. tests are difficult and barely on what is discussed in class. all tests are online and if you have computer problems good luck! she won't let you retake. thanks for nothing.

4.0
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ANT105
Oct 13, 2010

She does require that you put in the efford in her class, which is great. Her teachings have structure which is hard to find in classes now a days. I have not taken her 101 class but I do have to say she is a great higher level professor though. READ your text books, lectures slides and attend classes you will be fine.

3.0
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ANTH101
Nov 8, 2010

She is a very very very nice teacher and is more than willing to help if you don't understand but her class is a little boring and her test are kinda hard.

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ANTH105
Jan 11, 2011

I took her World Archaeology class and I leanred a lot. It is a great class, there are even field trips (which I did not go to) She is tolerable and really knows her stuff. Be prepared to study and really do your work. Lectures are a bit boring sometimes, but I would recommend her class!

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ANTH101
Jan 15, 2011

I took this course fall 2010 online. It was good learned a lot involves reading a lot. You have to put time into it. The class isn't hard but you do need dedication, and you must do the disscussion board posting read the fine print. If you miss more than 3 postings all semester your overall grade will me dropped by 10% sucks I had an A and ended B

3.0
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ANTH101
Jan 27, 2011

Simple class. Notes every day. Kind of boring. Her problem is in her class structure. She takes role before class starts. More than 3 absences/TARDIES (including 1 minute late, if she has taken role already) results in a D grade, which she makes you talk to her about AFTER you can withdraw from the class. She works situations 'case by case.'

3.0
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ANTH101
Sep 1, 2011

We had, I believe four tests ONLINE. She gives you two attempts at each test and averages the scores. She also assigned homework, but it was easy. Class was BORING and she had a little bit of attitude. She also took attendance at the beggining of class like if we're in elementary. Show up to class, stay awake, and do your work and you'll pass.

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ANTH101
Nov 22, 2011

While her class may be a bit boring, if you pay attention to her lectures you will learn the content. She is very helpful, and will do her best to make sure you understand what she is talking about. Show up, do the work, and pay attention and you have an easy A.

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ANTH105
Dec 10, 2011

Her tests are very hard, but the homework was easy. The paper was a bit intense but worth learning how to do. She takes attendance everyday and is quite strict about it. I suggest making friends in the class so you can study together, because once again the tests are HARD.

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ANTH101
Aug 26, 2012

I took this class during the summer on a 4 week accelerated track online. It was overall easy. 2 discussion post per week. 1 video to watch per week and a midterm and a final. No paper.

5.0
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ANTH101
Oct 20, 2012

Took online course in Fall. The textbook is only used for test and quizzes. She also is kind enough to write extra notes for you to help you understand, but you still have to write your own if you plan to get an A. The CD that was required for the class had many interesting articles in it and I enjoyed writing about them. Not a heavy workload class

3.0
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ANTH101
Nov 27, 2012

online accelerated 8 week class is VERY easy if you actually participate. Class is broken up into 4 modules with an exam in each. Exams are not comprehensive - they only cover what is being discussed in that module, nothing prior. Two short papers due each week. You have to read the text to understand the tests but overall very easy!!

5.0
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ANTH101
Dec 19, 2012

Took the online 8 week course and there was a lot of reading involved. The tests were difficult to me, but the weekly assignments were fairly easy just time consuming. She is very helpful and clear in what she wants, I enjoyed her class.

5.0
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ANTHRO1023001
May 10, 2013

All the Homework and Testing is done online. comming to class is still mandatory though

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ANTH102
Jul 25, 2013

She is awesome. She is so into what she does. I would study really hard but I didn't do so well on the tests. Homework and quizzes are online and the homework was time consuming but it did help a lot doing the homework and then the test would have questions almost exactly the same as the homework. I really liked we had 2 chances with the tests.

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ANTH105
Grade: C
Nov 28, 2013

Sally loves what she teaches and you can get into it easily. her exams are DIFFICULT her homework are ok just have to read the questions first and then answer them by looking through the reading. attendance is mandatory she will talk to you after class if many absences or tardies are happening too often.

5.0
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ANTH101
Grade: A
May 3, 2014

Beware tests are really hard even with ton of studying. There is a a ton of reading with at least three reading assignments a week and two writing assignments. She is a great teacher and very nice. The weekly assignments are interesting, fun and easy but again the tests are hard.

3.0
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ANTH101
May 31, 2014

This class was frustrating. Tests were very hard even after reading the entire chapter. There also isn't a lot of time to complete the quiz. I had to rush through all of them, and I'm a fast test taker. She is very close minded and rude towards the topic of evolution, does not accept other opinions even when she asks for them.

4.0
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ANTH101
Oct 19, 2014

I took the 8-week version of this course. Lots of reading. Tests are difficult, but just get used to the style. She asks very specific questions so it would be in your best interest to take notes, esp on specific examples given in the text. Two assignments due per week. If you do it how she asks, you'll get credit. Easy class, but required work.

5.0
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ANTH102
May 5, 2015

Tests are very difficult, but honestly tests shouldn't be easy. You'll really have to dig for some of the answers and pay attention during lectures. That being said, all the tests are online and taken on your own time so.... Anyway, she is very willing to help with any questions and encourages classroom participation.

5.0
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ANTH101
Grade: A
May 10, 2015

Online-8 week. It was extremely well structured and I loved it. You'll always know what to expect. For 8 wk-She assigns 1 articlevideo review, along with 1 assignment that asks around 5 questions over a given article (and you usually have a choice between 3 or more articles) per wk. And a quiztest every other Sunday. Easy A, barely studied

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ANTH299
May 11, 2015

Greatly enjoyed my semester with her. She helped me understand my topic better and helped me understand what it means to be an anthropologist. I highly recommend her for anyone doing their capstone. Just be ready to research, research, research! There is NO textbook, but you will need to have resources for your paper.

4.0
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ANTH101
Grade: A
Oct 18, 2015

I took this class online and it was really easy. There was a lot of reading (you pretty much read the entire textbook) but the weekly discussion posts were a piece of cake! Sally was clear with what she wanted from her assignments and I would definitely take this class again.

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ANTH105
Grade: A
Dec 5, 2015

Sally is an awesome teacher and really knows the topic, its easy to get lost in the lectures. Has several assignments that i feel prepare you for your research paper. She gives great feedback to make your paper the best she can. Tests are brutal but if you learn by grouping concepts the tests are fine. You can take em twice so make sure you do.

5.0
2.0
ANT101
Grade: A
May 20, 2016

I took the online 8 week course; the weekly work wasn't horrible, a reading assignment, two chapters, and either a video or article review. Four non-comprehensive exams on the computer, lecture notes not really necessary, everything is in the book. I'm sure one would get more from the class with lectures but overall it was an easy 3 credits.

5.0
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ANTH101
Jul 4, 2016
Would take again

I took the 4 week online course. She is very clear on what she wants, if you read the chapters she assigns and read the directions for the assignments you'll be fine. It isn't a heavy workload which I appreciate, three or four assignments due at weeks end. Great course!

5.0
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ANT101
Grade: Audit/No Grade
Jul 4, 2016
Would take again

Sally is very helpful. She care more about her students. I definitely recommend her, and gives good feedback.

4.0
3.0
ANT101
Aug 26, 2016
Would take again

Billings is a great teacher. She gives you everything you need to know on the syllabus and you can use older versions of the book. I took her 8 week online course over the Spring. There were two weakly post; one video post and one article post. There were also 4 non-comprehensive exams. The lectures and book give you everything you need for exams.

Get ready to read
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
1.0
5.0
ANTH102
Sep 9, 2016
Wouldn't take again

She has a bad attitude and very close minded.

Participation matters
Tough Grader
LECTURE HEAVY
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4.0
ANT101
Grade: B+
Oct 24, 2016
Would take again

The quizzes and assignments are easy as long as you do the reading. The quizzes aren't as hard as I had anticipated but overall I enjoyed the reading assignments and online class.

Get ready to read
5.0
2.0
ANT101
Grade: B+
Dec 18, 2016
Would take again

A wonderful professor! Easy class just do the work and you will!

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
Caring
4.0
3.0
ANTH105
Grade: A
Dec 29, 2016
Would take again

I didn't use the textbook, but I came to class everyday & took notes. Class is basically lecture w/ PowerPoint. For exams, don't stress TOO much about locations and stuff but moreso the importance of them. There was also a research paper (pretty straightforward) and some weekly assignments (pretty easy). Interesting class/prof. Work for your grade

Participation matters
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
1.0
ANTH101
Grade: A
Mar 9, 2017
Would take again

******************** Easy A! ******************** 1) Every week you'll read and article and answer an average of five questions. 2) Every other week you'll watch a video and write a review. 3) Every other week you'll read another article and answer an average of five questions. 4) You'll take a total of four exams, 50 questions each.

5.0
2.0
ANTH214
Jun 29, 2017
Would take again

One of my most favorite professors and I've taken two of her classes. She has a wonderful and interesting personality, and really cares about the subjects she's teaching. She really helped me love taking Anthropology classes, and I'm always looking for an excuse to take one of her classes again. Pay attention, take notes as normal, and you pass.

Gives good feedback
Caring
1.0
4.0
ANT101
Grade: Not sure yet
Sep 8, 2017
Wouldn't take again

So many spelling and grammatical errors. Come on, just proof read your stuff! Secondly, she says you need to use the textbook, and she provides powerpoints on each chapter, but neither are the same. The powerpoints are on completely different topics yet she claims they come from the book. She words things HORRIBLY. She makes no sense whatsoever.

5.0
1.0
ANT101
Grade: A
Oct 26, 2017
Wouldn't take again

I took her 8 week online course so it was a very fast paced class. I would really recommend you to request the textbook be printed and shipped to you because the exams are based off the book and her PowerPoints didn't help when taking the exams. Just do your assignments and discussion post and you'll pass. It was a very easy A.

Get ready to read
5.0
3.0
ANTH215
Grade: C+
Nov 21, 2017
Would take again

She is a great professor, the lectures were very interesting and she explains a lot of the content so it is easy to understand. She really cares about what she is teaching

Participation matters
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
Amazing lectures
4.0
1.0
ANTH102
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 6, 2017
Would take again

Prof. Billings was a very easy going and passionate professor. 4 tests all in which are online, weekly homework assignments worth 10pts and not complicated. Attendance is mandatory and you cannot complete the extra credit options if you miss more than 3 classes.

Participation matters
Would take again
3.0
1.0
ANT101
Grade: A
Dec 8, 2017
Wouldn't take again

The lectures are pretty easy but the test will SURPRISE you!!!If you are in Anthropology major don't take this. This class is better for who just want to get the credits and pass. She gives extra credits that is due by dates which pretty much helps, and she is not a tough grader.

Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
TEST HEAVY
5.0
2.0
ANTH101
Grade: A+
Jan 3, 2018
Would take again

Great class. Mrs. Billings gives you all the tools that are needed to succeed in her class. This was a condensed 8 week class. There was a reading assignment each week along with either a discussion post on a video or an article. 4 tests throughout

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
Would take again
4.0
3.0
ANT101
Grade: A
Mar 16, 2018
Would take again

For an 8-week course, the work load is very easy! I actually wish more homework was provided. The material was fun and interesting. She is not a tough grader either. Also, the exams are a breeze if you get the online book.

Participation matters
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
2.0
ANTH102
Grade: A
May 3, 2018
Would take again

Professor Billings is a great teacher. She gives great lectures that are very detailed and includes fun activities sometimes. There are four tests that are online, open note. There are about 8 homework assignments that are due every week or every two weeks. She is very nice and teaches well. The class is easy, but showing up is mandatory.

Respected
Clear grading criteria
5.0
2.0
ANTH101
Grade: A+
Jul 3, 2018
Would take again

Took the 4 week version of the class and it was way easier than I expected! 2 easy assignments a week and a total of 3 exams. All answers from the exams are located in the textbook. Billings is also easy to reach, so if you have any questions or concerns shell reply to you promptly!

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
3.0
4.0
ANT101
Grade: B
Nov 5, 2018
Wouldn't take again

I didn't get the textbook so the tests were difficult. Get the book! She does not allow make up assignments. Easy A-B if you do the work

Skip class? You won't pass.
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
5.0
3.0
ANTH102
Dec 6, 2018
Would take again

Professor Billings is upfront and honest, but never rude or mean. She is also funny and very accommodating when it comes to relevant questions or comments in class. She has been teaching a long time and doesn't put up with excuses. If you plan on not attending class very much, don't bother. Her lectures are interesting and so is she.

Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
ANTH102
Dec 11, 2018
Would take again

Professor Billings is one of my favorite professors, she is very honest, and her lectures are amazing. You will learn a lot if you show up to class and listened.

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
Amazing lectures
5.0
1.0
ANT101
Grade: A+
Jan 7, 2019
Would take again

Easy class, no need for a book, just print and read power points

Clear grading criteria
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
Amazing lectures
4.0
3.0
ANTH101
Grade: A+
Mar 20, 2019
Would take again

Not my favorite subject but I still passed with an A and put very minimal effort. The book would have definitely helped but as long you read the information she provides and review the slide lectures you'll be fine. Tests are timed. You get two chances and receive the average score between them both. Quizlet helped alot for exams

4.0
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ANTH102
Grade: B
Apr 29, 2019
Would take again

Shes super nice. HUGE extra credit assignment at the end (if you havent missed a certain amount of classes. If you attend lectures tests are easy.

1.0
5.0
ANT101
Apr 27, 2020
Wouldn't take again

STAY AWAY from this professor! She is absolutely terrible!!! Tests are extremely hard and there are NO study guides. The tests don't even cover what she covered in book or slides. Book is a joke! It doesn't even have a glossary to help you. It gives you key terms that you have to figure out on your own. BEWARE!

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
ANT101
May 4, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Stay away from this professor. Too much busy work and tests are extremely hard. In order to pass tests you must memorize entire book

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
Test heavy
4.0
2.0
ANT101
Grade: B+
May 16, 2020
Would take again

The class isn't hard as long as you keep up on the two assignments a week and the 4 exams. If you complete all the work there is an opportunity for Extra Credit. You do get the chance to take the exams twice with the average of both scores graded. She seems nice, but direct ( I took the class online).

Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
1.0
ANTH101
Grade: A-
May 18, 2020
Would take again

She's understanding and truly cares for her students. I took an 8 week course and there's 2 reading/video assignments weekly and exams bi-weekly. Assignments close after the due date so make sure to stay on top of homework. If you turn everything in on time extra credit is offered at the end of the semester. Great teacher- I would take her again!

Respected
Participation matters
Caring
5.0
2.0
ANTH102
Grade: A+
May 19, 2020
Would take again

Professor Billings has a passion for teaching Anthropology. She uploads all powerpoints ahead of time, and lectures on them in class. There is 1 homework assign. a week, 3 exams, and a final. Everything that is expected of you is clear from the beginning. If you reach out to her, she always responds. There are multiple extra credit opportunities!

Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
1.0
1.0
ANT101
Grade: B+
Jun 30, 2020
Wouldn't take again

I decided to take Professor Billings class during the summer for anthro. It was a waste of my time. She was absent during the four weeks, She did not provide any reminders of when things were due and did not provide any lectures. If you want to learn anthropology don't take her class, it will be a waste of your time.

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
ANTH101
Aug 20, 2020
Would take again

Excellent instructor! Super nice, easy to reach if you have any questions and she will help you out in any way you need. I liked how organized the workflow was, assignments easy and couple tests weren't bad as well.

Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
Participation matters
1.0
5.0
ANT101
Grade: A
Aug 22, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Beware!!! Must memorize entire book! Book has way too many errors! Tests are extremely hard and most questions aren't covered in book or slides. . Tons of long unnecessary busy work and assignments. Make sure you go over your tests because questions are marked wrong when correct. I'm a straight A student and have never worked so hard to get an A.

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
ANTH101
Oct 23, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Professor is nice, but the class is VERY hard. The book is very unclear and contradicting which makes it harder to pass the tests. Most of the test questions weren't ever covered in PPT's or textbook. A ton of reading and way too much unnecessary work which is VERY time consuming. If you are taking other classes, I would NOT recommend taking her.

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
Participation matters
5.0
2.0
ANT101
Grade: A+
Oct 25, 2020
Would take again

I love Professor Billings! I would take another one of her classes in a heartbeat. I took her 8 week course, very simple as it is 2 assignments due each week, 4 exams overall. She is very easy to reach and is caring. Lectures come from textbook, be sure to really understand the material for the test and dont be afraid to ask questions! Great prof.

Get ready to read
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
4.0
1.0
ANTH101
Grade: A
Dec 10, 2020
Would take again

Super easy semester- I took the 8 week online course. Clear syllabus and assignment outline. 2 assignments per week and a total of 3 exams, plus a final. The textbook was just an access code and it is so worth buying (search bar is your best friend and it made assignments beyond easy) but you do not need it.

Participation matters
Graded by few things
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
ANTH101
Grade: B
Dec 15, 2020
Would take again

Took her 8 week class and was really easy! The assignments are mid. Your grade depends on the 4 tests you have throughout the course. Don't depend on her notes for you to pass the tests, you must write your own. The book is interesting and easy to read. I suggest taking her, you won't regret it (:

Participation matters
Graded by few things
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
ANT105
Grade: A+
Feb 2, 2021
Would take again

This professor inspired me to change my major. Thank you, Dr. Billings!

4.0
2.0
ANTH215
Grade: A
Mar 16, 2021
Would take again

I took the shortened 8-week class and it was very straightforward. There were three exams with two attempts each and several assignments. She didn't send any emails or announcements to the class and I never heard a word from her but it was an easy A. This class is pretty much teaching yourself by reading the book.

Graded by few things
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
ANT101
Grade: A
May 19, 2021
Would take again

Yes you will have to read!! It is an online class so you do have to teach yourself to some degree. That being said, I LOVED her class!! Two assignments plus peer responses each week. Four exams on the text book-noncumulative. Loved the variety of information and the class makes you think. A little effort and you will easily pass. (took 8wk class.)

Accessible outside class
Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
3.0
3.0
ANTH101
Grade: Rather not say
Jul 7, 2021
Wouldn't take again

This was a hard class. Her tests are 100 question and she gives 2 hours. You will not find answers online, make sure you study . You can re-take but it's a different test with many questions that you have to write the answers. She gives one extra credit opportunity at the end of the semester if you have all assignment turned in.

Test heavy
1.0
4.0
ANT101
Grade: B+
Nov 8, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Online during Covid - if you have ADHD or a focus issue this would not be a great professor for you

Test heavy
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
2.0
4.0
ANT101
Grade: A
Dec 5, 2021
Wouldn't take again

STUDY STUDY! STUDY! Her exams are HARD. I struggle with them and I used all the allotted time she gave. She gives you 2 tries to retake her exams. If you retake her exams she takes the average from both exams. MOST of the questions are not the same. The weekly assignments was not too bad. There are 2 discussion assignments per a week.

Participation matters
2.0
4.0
ANTH102
Grade: C
May 14, 2022

To me, her exams were really hard. I read all the material and her PowerPoints didn't really help even if you went along with the video lectures she posted. I would constantly get frustrated because even most of her assignments, you're just on your own; she doesn't help much.

Tough grader
Test heavy
3.0
4.0
ANTH102
Grade: A
May 20, 2022

Only the Ebook was available, didn't tell us that so I drove to 2 stores looking also didn't post it in advance. 8 easy assignments, 4 hard exams. Lots of reading, and lectures. Some questions on the exams didn't coincide with the material we had gone over. I would find the answer in the next weeks material. Only gave feedback once. 2 Xtra credit

Tough grader
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5.0
3.0
ANTH101
Oct 24, 2022
Would take again

I took this course for 8 weeks. You get 2 assignments every week, and one exam every two weeks. The assignments consist of discussions and reading articles. Exams are difficult, assignments were simple.

Get ready to read
5.0
3.0
ANT105
Grade: A
Jan 4, 2023
Would take again

Quizzes are based on video lectures, which are informative and detailed. Mrs. Billings gave feedback when my short answers were not satisfactory and when I did exceptional work. The final paper is straightforward if you follow her guides and rubrics. Overall, this course was easy and informative, and I would recommend it to anyone.

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
ANTH215
Grade: A+
Apr 24, 2023
Would take again

Attendance is mandatory. Professor Billings is animated and very knowledgeable in lectures. She answers questions in class and encourages discussion. Short essay assignments are easy if you pay attention in class/read the textbook. Online exams, all multiple choice. Two extra credit opportunities. I would definitely take her again.

EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
4.0
3.0
ANT101
Grade: B
May 9, 2023
Would take again

Overall a fun course, here are a few notes; attendance matters, so be there as often as possible. There are only a few assignments but she won't remind you, so please check on the syllabus. The tests are difficult and timed so ask what all is going to be on the test and create a study guide for yourself. The tests are online so use the study guide.

EXTRA CREDIT
Lecture heavy
Graded by few things
5.0
1.0
ANTH102
Grade: A
Jul 1, 2023
Would take again

I took a 4 week class for Anthropology 102, and it was very simple. There's a healthy amount of work that's due every Sunday. On top of that, the type of work that you have to do isn't outrageous or complicated. It's all straight to the point. I have had this teacher twice already, and would definitely take her class again if I ever had the chance.

5.0
1.0
ANT101
Grade: A
Oct 23, 2023
Would take again

Her class was straightforward and overall common sense, there was nothing to worry about and it had a pretty light workload only about 2-3 assignments a week due Sunday nights.

3.0
2.0
ANT101
Grade: A
Nov 24, 2023
Would take again

If you are able to take this class online, DO IT, For in person class, attendance is mandatory. She is very smart and clearly a subject matter expert of her material but the class is so boring. She side tracks sometimes and lets the rest of the class ask the most mundane questions.

5.0
2.0
ANTHROPOLOGY
Grade: A+
Dec 10, 2023
Would take again

Professor Billings was such a great professor. I never though I would find ANTH 202 (Archaeology) interesting but she definitely changed that. Even though it was an 8 week course assignments were fairly easy. Ended the class with 102% while take 4 more classes so if I did it anyone can, Easy A!

EXTRA CREDIT
Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
3.0
4.0
ANT101
Grade: A
Jul 28, 2024
Would take again

I wouldn't recommend the online class. Most online courses are recorded lectures and things but hers were basically just powerpoints and textbooks. She is available though for extra help and you can take the tests twice and your score will be averaged out which is great.

Get ready to read
Test heavy
1.0
2.0
ANT101
Aug 31, 2024

I decided to give her a chance even with a 3.8 rating because all the good professors were completely taken (I registered late). Biggest mistake of my life. She has this power trip with a big ego and she definitely looks down on her student. It's not worth the credit honestly, find another class or professor that wont belittle you.

3.0
4.0
ANT105
Grade: A
Oct 16, 2024

There's a lot of reading: At least 1.) 1.5-hour lecture videos, two chapters of a free textbook, and 3-4 additional sources (5-10 pages each) weekly. While none of this is required, all information is fair game for weekly tests, and there's also a 5-10 page assignment each week. Get ready to work hard to get an A. (8 week course)

Get ready to read
Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
5.0
1.0
ANT101
Grade: A
Oct 21, 2024
Would take again

Easy A. Took the 8 week online course, healthy amount of work, 2 assignments a week, plus an exam every other week, 4 test in total, but simple. Class was very interesting, I loved all the material and have learned a lot in these 8 weeks. Professor was great as well and she is very kind! Would totally recommend this class and professor!

EXTRA CREDIT
Clear grading criteria
Inspirational
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