3.2

Sharon Simpson

Biology - Broward College (all campuses)

3.2
Quality
3.9
Difficulty
86%
Would Retake
141
Reviews
3.2
Quality
3.9
Difficulty
3.2
Helpful
3.1
Clarity

86%

Would Retake

141

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What Students Say

This teacher is the worst

BSC2085L - 2.0 rating

Respect her and she respects you

BSC2086L - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

88%

Textbook Required

89%

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Based on 42 reported grades
A: 16
B+: 7
B: 6
A+: 6
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Reviews (141)
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COMPUTERS
Aug 13, 2003

No Comments

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BSC10851085L
May 8, 2005

She is nice but the tests and quizzes are not worth enough points to get you a good grade. Her class times are not convenient.

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BSC1085L
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Jun 3, 2005

She is nice and personable, but she doesn't explain things very well. If you ask her a question, she also tends to stop the entire class from lab activities and answers the question to the entire lab in a 20 minute lecture. This made me constantly have to rush to finish lab on time. Also her quizzes were often confusing.

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BSC10851086
Jun 12, 2005

Professor for online classes, EASY A, bad thing her exams can range from major concepts to smallest detail so you have to study, but if you are a bio major definitly take her, gives extra credit practice quizzes that show you 90% of the real exam, she has one of these quizzes per chapter, bad on quiz=nothing on grade, only exam grades are counted

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BSC1085L
Sep 19, 2005

She is a funny lady! She cracks jokes all the time, which takes pressure off the class. The lab so far are quite easy. She has quizzes right when you enter class, quizzes are pretty easy too as long as you remember what was said and done in the prior lab.

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BSC1085
Dec 8, 2005

Very unwilling to work with you if you have a problem. She gives an outline of what should be on her tests, but the tests were extremely more in depth. If you already have an understanding of this class then go for it, but if you will require alot of help, do not take her.

4.0
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BSC1085
Dec 16, 2005

I took the online course. Anatomy is not an easy class at all, but she offers extra credit points for every test to help you out. The tests are difficult but she offers powerpoints and tips on what to focus on for every test.

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BSC1086
Feb 5, 2006

Although you can earn a few extra credit points and she gives hints towards the exam, it's not worth it. The tests are extremely in depth and the notes given are mainly a summary of the whole chapter. Anatomy is not an online course to take; it's too complicated of a subject. Don't make the same mistake I did.

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BSC1085
Apr 18, 2006

Absolutely awful, don't take her class if you can help it. She tests like we are all going to medical school. She may offer a little extra credit, but not enough. And she is not very helpful.

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BSC1086
May 4, 2006

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BSC1085
Jun 26, 2006

OMG!! DO NOT TAKE HER ONLINE CLASS!! I REPEAT DO NOT TAKE HER ONLINE CLASS!! AND SHE IS NOT ALL THAT GREAT FOR LAB EITHER! TRUST ME WITH THIS!!

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BSC1085
Aug 16, 2006

Please do not take this professor, she was very difficult. I would literally study for weeks at a time before taking her test. I even took all of her practice test, which I would score A-B on, when it was time to take her test I would do horrible. She asked very in-depth questions and tried to trick on the questions. If possible don’t take her.

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BSC1086
Dec 18, 2006

Please do not take this professor. Oh my God ! she is so difficult, the exams are so depth, and tricks. The extra credit is not even helpful. Online class with this professor was not a good experience.

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BSC1085
Apr 18, 2007

i took her for lab, only 1 person got an 89.5 (the highest!!).. her class is hard. all she does is sit there and read her pottery crap, doesnt care about her students

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ANAT101
May 15, 2007

This professor wants you to fail. Her tests are purposefully hard & tricky. Regardless of hours you spend studying or your understanding of the subject you will NOT pass her tests without some type of inner knowledge that you got from another teacher. I would get the same score on her tests whether I studied for days or just showed up & guessed.

2.0
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BSCL1085
Jun 30, 2007

I took Dr Simpson and I'm soo sorry for that...she was nice as a person...but her teaching style is very fair...and she has very difficult test. She is very bad in grading. I am an A's student, but with her I had to struggle for a B..I think was the highest grade in the class.Don't take her..she is not fair and don't teach at all.

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BSC1085
Nov 12, 2007

I took her anatomy class online and it was so hard! She gives a list of what topics will be on the test, but she lists everything in general. There are only 4 tests, on 4 chapters each, making it hard enough to remember everything, but the test questions are about the smallest details, nothing like the general topics she lists. Working hard for a C

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BIOLO1085
Feb 19, 2008

sick !

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BSC1085
Mar 24, 2008

THE WORST! I took her class and seriously regeret it because i ended up withdrawing. She expects you to completly understand anatomy when you first walk in the door. Plus on her skill checks if you dont get to her in time you have to stay and wait for her next class to get your grade! Oh and the oral tests are insane. Try memorizing the entire skul

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BSC1085
Apr 7, 2008

DO NOT REGISTER for this course. I know that it might sound tempting taking it online. You WILL regret it. This teacher is very strict and doesn't show compassion/understanding. In other words, NO heart! Yes she saids that she is available - to help you fail. The class is no cake, but the teacher does not make it any easier. Her tests are SUPER HAR

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BSC1085
May 4, 2008

Just hard ...........not very helpful I've feel like i waisted 15 weeks just to get a D at the end. I got an A in lab ..........I got tutoring and the tutor told me this professor was making us learn too much instead of just summarizing alot of it.

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BSC2085
May 29, 2008

Great structure! very straight foward no tricks on the exams! wish she was teaching lab in summer term!

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BSC1085
Jun 5, 2008

PLEASE DO NOT TAKE HER ONLINE CLASS. SHE'S NOT WILLING TO HELP YOU AT ANY POINT. I SAY IT AGAIN, DO NO TAKE HER CLASS ONLINE.IT'S EXTREMELY HARD, AND HER EXAMS DO NOT MAKE IT EASIER. EVEN IF SHE GIVES YOU A FEW THINGS TO LOOK AT BEFORE THE EXAM,95% OF THE QUESTIONS COME FROM SOMEWHERE ELSE. DO NOT TAKE HER CLASS. TRUST ME.

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BSC1086
Jun 8, 2008

The most ridiculous volume of notes I have ever seen and the most broad and general review, that could hardly be called a review. Tests were medium difficult, about 50% of it was very easy, but the next 50% were very very difficult.

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BSC1085
Nov 6, 2008

I took her online lecture...Complete Joke! This is the hardest class of my life. I have always received A's and B's in my class and I can't see myself getting above a C. She does no teaching and gives no help. When I ask a question she tells me to read the book. Do not give yourself the headache of this class.

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BSC1085
Nov 27, 2008

If you are planning to take anatomy online with this teacher think twice before you do it, you won't save any time the class is extremely flexible because she doesn't explain anything basically this class is do it yourself with the book, is really hard to get in touch with her, she is not willing to help you. Her exams reviews are very broad.

5.0
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BSC1086
Jan 6, 2009

I took her online class and it was crazy hard because like previous ppl have said you teach yourself, BUT if you have a question she willingly schedules a time to meet her and is amazingly funny and sweet. Don't email her a major question, just meet her in her office and you'll be fine. Be willing to read and memorize like crazy, though.

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BSC1085
Mar 14, 2009

WORST OF ALL.I CAN'T BELIEVE SHE'S STILL TEACHING. SHE DOES NOT CARE AT ALL.

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BSC1085
Mar 21, 2009

DO NOT TAKE THIS TEACHER. I SAY AGAIN, DO NOT TAKE. DO NOT TAKE HER ONLINE CLASS, IT IS EXTREMELY DIFFICULT.SHE DOES NOT TEAH YOU ANYTHING, YOU TEACH YOURSELF. WHEN IT COME TO TESTING, IT'S HORRIBLE. ONE EXAM ON EVERY 5 CHAPTERS. SHE GIVES YOU A REVIEW, BUT IT'S HELPLESS, BECAUSE MAYBE 2 TO 3 QUESTIONS MIGHT COME UP. STAY AWAY!

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BSC1085
Apr 6, 2009

She is not as bad as everyone makes her out to be. Am in her class & she explains everything in detail & assist us whenever we need help. She answers questions, lets us know what to expect on our exam, she does reviews & she does go through the book. Her class is hard, very straightforward, but at the same time you learn. She is cool & funny!

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BCS1085
Apr 24, 2009

She may be a nice person, but that does NOT make you a good tracher. Her tests are NOT FAIR and the hints she sends out are WORTHLESS! DO NOT TAKE HER ON-LINE CLASS! And from what I hear her Lab class is much of the same. I thought I was the only one struggling, but am not! I studied so much that I neglected my family and still am not passing!

5.0
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BSCBSC
May 8, 2009

She is a great professor for seriously commited students, but no joke for those who just want to pass. I took her online and lab classes - liked them both, and studied very hard. I do recommend her for anyone going into the health field becasue she knows the stuff and she makes sure you know it too.

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BSC1085
May 8, 2009

YOU'RE KIDDING ME, RIGHT? REGARDING THE PREVIOUS ENTRY??? SHE OBVIOUSLY RATED HERSELF. "DO NOT TAKE THIS CLASS!!!"

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BSC1085
Jul 2, 2009

I don't know for her lecture classes, but taking her online is the worst thing anyone can do. YOu teach yourself and when you ask a question,she email you like 2 to 3 pages on one word. Do not take, RUN FOR THE HILLS. DO NOT TAKE HER ONLINE CLASS.

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BSC1085
Jul 15, 2009

She has no Clue of how to teach. I am usually and A student, but busted my @$$ to get a B. Her lectures are useless, your best bet is to read the book and hope you can figure out the exam. It seems like the questions are from somewhere else. WORST TEACHER I'VE EVER TAKEN.

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BSC1085
Aug 11, 2009

The absolute worst.It doesn't matter how hard you study. She writes her exams in a way to trick and or confuse you. It's more like a game to her to see how many students could actually figure out the correct answer.The slides and the pre-exam notes she sends are just another trick to confuse you. You're best bet is to read the book &hope for a C.

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BSC1085
Aug 28, 2009

DO NOT TAKE THIS LADY. SHE IS HORRIBLE. A requirement to be a teacher should the ability to teach. She sucks

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BSC1085
Aug 31, 2009

This woman dresses the way she teaches, no mercy!!! she cuts no slack...and she just pushes you into the shallow water to drown!! you ask for help she tells you to read and follow directions the manual provides...only 3 passed...she ruined my GPA and my and chances of getting n-2 the nursing program...WTF MAN!!

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BSC1085
Oct 26, 2009

She is a nice lady but does not rxplain things well. I am in her lab and the whole class is often confused. I would not recommend her.

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BSC1085
Nov 17, 2009

She is horrible. She takes a week just to respond to your emails. Do not take her.

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BSC1085
Dec 3, 2009

The people that rated her badly are lazy, because this teacher is great... if you do the work!!! She made things easy to understand and is always willing to explain. Plus you can show up at any of her other classes if you need to skip one. I totally reccomend her!!

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BSC1085
Dec 6, 2009

I just finished her lab, and I think she is a great teacher. She was extremely helpful and explained things very well. I learned so much in her class and would definitely take her class again :)

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BSC1085
Dec 29, 2009

she's agreat teacher very helpfuli took her for lab last semester I did great

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BSC1085
May 13, 2010

Nice teacher, willing to speak with you during office hours, lab wasnt too difficult but the online class was one of the hardest classes Ive taken, i studied like crazy and barley got a B and i think I was the highest grade. Definatley will help you prepare for grad programs but not good for your gpa

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BSC1085
May 28, 2010

DO YOURSELF A FAVOR, DO NOT TAKE HER. SHE I HORRIBLE. IF YOU REALLY WANT TO UNDERSTAND THE COURSE, FIND SOMEONE ELSE. SHE DOESN'T EXPLAIN THINGS WELL AND TAKE FOREVER TO ASWER EMAILS.RUN RUN RUN RUN RUN RUN RUN RUN RUN.

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BSC1085
Jul 18, 2010

This is the worst Professor ever. I took the online class. It looks like she has a class package that she puts online in the beginnning of the Semester. One time you introduce yourself towards each other. There is no interaction at all. Just 4 tests and thats it. DON NOT TAKE THIS PROFESSOR

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ANT1085
Jul 20, 2010

Studied like crazy, got a C" 4 tests, do not take in the summer, she gives 32 points extra credit...if you take her you need the extra credit. She's so so, wouldn't take her again.

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BSC1086
Aug 10, 2010

THE WORST! 3-4 chapters per test, 4 test total. 8 points extra credit if u do the quizzes from each chapter prior to the test. Doesn't tell u whats going to be on the test so anything from the chapter or her powerpoints is fair game. I would never take her again!

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BSC1085
Nov 22, 2010

The good: Her lab, always willing to take extra time to stay past the allotted time and go over material. The bad: her online lecture. No reviews for tests covering large amounts of material. The tests seem to be more concerned with memorization of factoids than understanding key concepts. While I enjoy her lab, I dread the lecture.

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BSC1085
Dec 6, 2010

I took her for lab and she was amazing. She explained everything throughly and told you what to study for the quizzes.I haven't taken her for lecture but for lab everyone loved her she was super funny and made the class easy and for the practical it was everything we reviewed there were no surprises. I highly recommend her for anatomy lab

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BSC1085
Dec 15, 2010

Don't do it....her tests suck you will not pass with anything higher than a C-.

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BSC1085
Dec 27, 2010

RUN RUN, VERY HARD 30-40 QUESTION QUIZ PER CHAP ONLY 20% - 80% 4 EXAM. YOU'VE TO MEMORIZED THE WHOLE BOOK TO PASS THE EXAMS. LOTS OF DISCUSSION WITH 2-3 PARAGRAPH NO IDEA WHAT TO EXPECT ON THE EXAM. HANDOUT IS ALL DIAGRAMS FROM TEXT BOOK DO NOT HELP. LOTS AND LOTS OF WORK TOTALLING 20% NO EXTRA CREDIT

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BSC1085
Jan 5, 2011

really hard and such a snooze

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BSC1085
Mar 21, 2011

She explain everything. Very detailed. You just need to pay attention and read your text book for her weekly quizzes

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BSC1085
May 4, 2011

DO NOT TAKE THIS PROFESSOR. You will study the chapters day and night, the quiz's and maybe 4 questions from that will be on the exam. The exam questions are very in depth and are nothing like the quiz's, SHe takes forever to email you back, and no extra credit. DO NOT TAKE HER!!!

3.0
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BSC1085
May 5, 2011

If you want a disadvantage at getting into a nursing program take her Her exams are extremely difficult and can easily discourage you from studying

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BSC1085
May 6, 2011

Horrible. Her exams are not what she tells you to study or at all what is on the chapter quiz's. This professor isn't here for to teach or help. SHe is just concerned that she has a PHD and could care less on how hard you try and refuses to give a written exam when needed. Avoid taking her at all costs!!

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BSC1085
May 20, 2011

Worst teacher I've ever taken. She's a nice lady, but not good in the teaching department. She doesn't explain the material and expects everyone to be on a Phd level. I'm far from lazy, so the work didn't bother. If you want to pass, choose another professor.

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BSC1085
May 26, 2011

She taught my anatomy & physiology lab and I thought she was excellent !!! She has a great sense of humor & the class was fun. It was hard, quizzes every class, but study & attend & you'll do great ! I didn't pass, but that's my fault, but I would re-take her again no question about it !!! Go for it

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BSC1086
May 26, 2011

I believe BC should review this professor and have her transferred to another school. How many A's & B's do students receive from taking her class? NONE!!!!!

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BSC1085
Jul 19, 2011

She copys & pastes test questions from instructor guide of the book-- makes passing the tests IMPOSSIBLE. 400 power point slides, supposed to memorize in 14 days. HA. Questions are detailed AND broad, IMPOSSIBLE to do well, useless professor, I have NEVER done so poorly in a class in my LIFE! DO NOT TAKE!! DO NOT DO NOT!

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BSC1085
Aug 2, 2011

HORRIBLE teacher, I don't get why the school allows this to go on! She needs to be reviewed. If you want a good grade, DO NOT take this lady. She gets her quiz questions from the THIRD edition of the book but we use the FIFTH edition. I think she gets her test questions also from an old book-- IMPOSSIBLE to pass.

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BSC1086
Aug 8, 2011

Just got an A, I took her online lecture. All I did was read the chapters thoroughly, study the chapter quizzes (available online, so I can re-quiz myself w/out seeing the answers from blackboard) & also studied the textbook review questions. The class was fine, just have to put in the time. She's nice, but expects hard work.

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BSC2011
Aug 9, 2011

Professor Simpson is an excellent instructor she was very cooperative and she was on top of her class. I got a ?B? but I knew this class was very hard especially if taken online. I enjoyed this class very much I learned a lot.

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BSC1086
Aug 25, 2011

I took her online class and she was very organized and answered all emails. Her tests are IMPOSSIBLE to pass unless you study like crazy and owns the third edition book. I got a C but I have to say I never really studied hard. This is a hard class. You MUST read the chapter, take the online quizes and read the chapter summary to pass with a B or C.

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BSC1086
Oct 5, 2011

I took BSC 1086 online and I do not recommend anyone to take this online with this professor. Her tests were impossible and the review she would send out were unhelpful and nothing like the test. She was very nice and would e-mail you back quickly but the class is just too hard to take fully online. Do not recommend.

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BSC1085
Oct 20, 2011

This teacher was very clear she answered all questions but when i took her class online it was so hard! i suggest if you take the class, you take the actual lecture where you can see her face to face or if you have to take it online make sure you don't have a lot of classes

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BSC1085
Jan 28, 2012

The reason she is allowed to teach is because she is tenured. This based on longevity not performance. She has total job security because she is tenured. Best thing to do is avoid her.

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BSC1086
May 2, 2012

Worst teacher ever. tests are impossible, sends out a review that is useless and has nothing to do with the tests. Claims she grades homework and post grade within 3 days but doesnt do this at all she would post grades way after the test

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BSC1085
Jul 18, 2012

Anat I Online, got an A. Assignments were clear, not too difficult. I studied a lot, read the entire Anat I book, each chapter twice, once for quizzes, once for test. Gives extra credit to help. Last two tests were extra hard. Am taking her again for online 1086. Have to be a good self-learner and organized for online! A bit scared of 1086... :(

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BSC1086
Aug 7, 2012

horribly hard tests can get hundreds on everything and still fail the class just from the 4 exams

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BSC1086
Oct 5, 2012

I took this class online. it was pretty freaking hard as soon I read the syllabus. The quizzes are crazy, nonetheless you can solve it with the internet. but each one was 40 questions. The extra credit sucks. you've got to work hard to get that tiny extra credit. The test 100 questions crazy. I'm glad I was able to finish that nightmare

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ANAT1086
Nov 25, 2012

This is the most useless professor I have ever come across. She is not interested in helping you suceed, but thrives on making your life hell. Study guides are useless and does not prepare you for her extremely hard exams. DO NOT TAKE THIS CLASS!!!!!

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BSC2085
Dec 8, 2012

If you are trying to get into the nursing progam you must take her. Her class is not going to be easy but you must put the time in. She is very fair. She is always available and will help you as long as you are not lazy. You need to know all th material anyway. So if you take someone easier you will be only hurting yourself for he future.

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BSC2086
Dec 17, 2012

BSC2086 - Online: This class is extremely hard (and I studied A LOT). The exams are pretty are, VERY DETAILED. She hands out the study guides the day the exam opens. If you don't study, don't expect to pass. It was hell. I recommend taking this course on ground. Online your basically teaching your self. It's just a lot of info. LOTS!

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BSC2086
Dec 17, 2012

I took the course online. Professor Simpson did communicate however, it was often delayed. Since the course is online that really threw things off. EXAMS=HARD Didn't always seem to be consistent with previous quizzes or study material (wrong time to introduce new material - during the exam!) I won't take her again if I can help it. Frustrating -_-

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BSC2086
Dec 18, 2012

Took online class. Not a cake walk, but I anticipated that going into the class. Yes, there is A LOT of studying necessary, but ALL of the info is in the powerpoints. I passed with an "A-"; she answers your questions, just takes a couple of days; reviews are vague, but helpful. Don't take if you cant absorb info w/out lectures; not for everyone!!

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BSC2085
Jan 9, 2013

I took her lab and i must say it was a nightmare. The quizzes were fairly easy if you studied, but when i took her practical which is like ten times the points for a quiz i was shocked at how in depth the questions were. 75% of the class dropped it after the practical as did i. Dont take her if youre not going to study 24/7..

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BSC1085
Mar 10, 2013

Prof. Simpson was tough but fair. She will not spoon feed you but helps you to help yourself. Personable but also very no-nonsense. There were only 2 A's in the entire class. I got an A- and later attended medical school. She wrote one of my letters of recommendations. All the whining I see on here, wait until you experience upper university exams.

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BSC2086L
Apr 23, 2013

Dr. Simpson is a great professor. Very knowledgeable and always cracks me up. Her humor really made this course bearable. Her class is not for the lazy though. If you don't really want to learn anything and get an easy "A" you probably should not take her. Read the lab manual well and know the material before quizzes. All the answers are there.

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BSC2085L
May 22, 2013

great Professor, enjoyed her presentations and lab experiments... you must know the material to pass so do not slack off...

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BSC2085L
Jun 5, 2013

Had a great lecture teacher, but was disappointed when I realized she was my lab teacher. She doesn't teach, she expects you to know everything, and keeps you in class past the time you're suppose to leave. I wouldn't take her again.

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BSC2085L
Jul 16, 2013

Online course. Quizzes were questions from the BOOKS website so DO THOSE CHAPTER QUIZZES! Exams were on campus, even though it was a FULLY ONLINE COURSE (really frustrating!). I had to take every exam a week early, but honestly, it didn't matter. Exams had only 50% to do with the study guide. Good luck trying to figure out other 50%!!! NIGHTMARE!

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BSC2085L
Oct 26, 2013

i love dr. simpson. my bs are so much fun with her. even though you do need to read the text she still makes it easy for you. I would definitely take her again for anatomy and physiology II. shes lso vestraight and to the point.

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BSC2086
Nov 19, 2013

Did not take her for AP2, only AP1. WISH I HAD HER! Curves overall grade, gives extra credit, gives exam study guides and is overall SO FRIENDLY!!!! DO NOT TAKE PARKASH! Take Simpson. Same exams, same everything, only difference is Simpson cares and gives XCredit and an exam review and Parkash is rude and leaves you hanging- no help, review or XC!

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BSC2085
Dec 4, 2013

Good overall experience. She is very helpful in the dissections and histology. Must read all material and be prepared !!

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BSC2086L
Dec 8, 2013

I'm so glad I took A&P 2 lab with Professor Simpson. Any time I needed help understanding a concept she would take the time to explain it thoroughly. I had questions outside of class and emailed her and she always replied in a prompt manner. I'm confident that when it comes to teaching anatomy and physiology it doesn't get better than Prof. Simpson

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BSC2086L
Apr 23, 2014

Amazing professor!! If you get close to her she will help you even more. Has very helpful tools on D2L that helped me pass the final with flying colors. Be careful with her weekly quizzes they're a little tricky, all of them are mostly on the physiology, but just study and you'll be fine.

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BSC2086L
Apr 24, 2014

If you love what you do, and genuinely want to learn something, and pass required classes for most medical programs take this class!!! I think she is a fantastic professor, she is not the easy A but she loves what she does and if you apply yourself and show interest she has a lot of knowledge to impart.

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BSC2086L
Grade: B+
May 17, 2014

I don't understand why Dr. Simpson is rated so low. She is a phenomenal teacher, with a clear passion for Anatomy & Physiology. She cares about her students, will stay after class to make sure a student understands, gives extra credit opportunities plus drops a quiz. A&P is not easy, but she adds humor and makes it interesting!

5.0
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Aug 28, 2014

Dr. Sharon Simpson is certainly underrated and deserves a higher score. A dedicated A&P teacher with depth of knowledge (especially histology and dissection). She genuinely cares about her students, stays after lab to help them better understand, gives extra credit opportunities online and adds humor to make a difficult subject interesting and fun!

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Grade: B
Oct 4, 2014

I took her for summer term Anatomy 1 at central campus (online). It was a tough class because there is a HUGE amount of information over a short period of time but she is by far the best professor I've had and I've been taking science classes (as I've was a science major) at FSU and FAU; she's right up there with another favorite!

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Dec 15, 2014

This teacher is the worst! She gives you quizzes and doesn't clarify what she's asking for Test are not multiple choice YOU HAVE TO SPELL EVERYTHING OUT AND CANNOT MISSPELL ANYTHING EVERY LETTER COUNT HER EXIT QUIZ ARE WORTH MORE THAN HER PRACTICALS AND YOU HAVE TO COME OUT OF POCKET IF YOU HAVE FINANCIAL AID TO BUY HER KIT $70

5.0
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Dec 16, 2014

Sharon is an amazing professor. I took her for lab and she's really laid back, funny and witty, and easy to get along with. She goes out of her way to give us tools to help us on the practical(s) such as slide shows of different organs under the microscope. All the assignments are online and she made every lab direction clear. Would take again!!

4.0
4.0
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Grade: A+
Feb 1, 2015

She is definitely always there to help anyone, I took lecture online and her lab as well. You do have to work, and I feel most people giving her low ratings didn't do any work and didn't try. You have to try. Make flashcards for slides, pig, and structures - they help a lot. She was a wonderful professor and I really recommend her.

5.0
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Grade: A+
Apr 9, 2015

Ms Simpson is a great on line professor. She is helpful, gives great feedback and responds to emails quickly. She also offers extra credit but you better be prepared to read and do ALL assignments. Study study study. I hope she teaches A and P 2. I would take her class again.

4.0
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Grade: A
May 5, 2015

Quizzes and a bit extra credit for all chapters. Extra credit is a bit difficult and isn't worth much. Quizzes are easy if you read the 3-4 page chapters a few times before taking. Points for attendance. Easy class if you study some.

5.0
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May 6, 2015

She is very responsive, when you send her emails she will answer you within 48 hours. As long as you do your work and study you will be fine. She is fair and understanding.

4.0
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Grade: B+
Aug 13, 2015

Professor Simpson was very helpful. I took her lab class online. Her assignment directions were very clear. If you study and read the chapters you will pass. Spelling is very important. Quizzes and practice practicals were pretty simple. She gives extra credit. I would take her class again.

3.0
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Grade: A
Oct 16, 2015

I like professor Simpson, she doesn't really teach the class so you have to find the material or read the book. She is sooo smart and really knows her stuff. If you ask for help she is willing to be there no doubt. Majority of the work is online, which i didn't mind. I love anatomy and you must study, this is class is not an easy A.

4.0
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Oct 21, 2015

I enjoyed the class, she kinda lets you do your thing but shes always willing to help further explain things. The practice practicals are helpful too, if you need extra credit!

4.0
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Grade: B
Dec 6, 2015

She is one of the best in the those who are intrested in becoming a part of the healthcare field. She is very nice and funny. A genuine professor who is not there to put you down but there to help you. I would love to have her as a friend out of school.

5.0
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Grade: A
Dec 10, 2015

Once you get to know Professor Simpson you will like her. Shes funny and answers all questions. Shes really willing to work with you and provides extra credit. Quizes are online as well as extra credit. If you think you got a correct answer wrong she is more than willing to fix it for you. She allows both lab manual which is kind of confusing

3.0
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Grade: A
Dec 11, 2015

Anatomy is a hard subject, however prof Simpson helps you understand it a little better. Practice practical are extra credit and can be taken online! Do all the practice practicals! It helps a lot. And quizzes are online too. You might have to read the chapter before taking the quiz cause it can get confusing.

5.0
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Dec 15, 2015

AP is hard in general. Outline chapters, read read read and you will do well. The discussions, assignments and quizzes are not bad. The exams are hard but if you really outline the chapters you'll do find. She gives a study for the exams which are helpful. Professor is very helpful!

5.0
3.0
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Grade: A
Dec 16, 2015

The best anatomy/physiology lab professor so far that I had. She is very helpful and funny. I loved the fact that she gave us practice practicals for extra credit. It really help me prepare for the real practicals. Plus she gives you quizzes online for each chapter. She also made sure you understand the materials during lab.

4.0
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Grade: B+
Dec 16, 2015

SHe sends an email prior to each exam hilighting what will be on it. She also allows you to complete assignments and discussion throughout the term

5.0
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Grade: A+
Jan 6, 2016

I loved Professor Simpson! She designed her class to ensure you actually learn the material. I managed an 'A' but I had to work for it. For weekly quizzes: study the book's website quizzes, and for the exams study her notes! She gives a study guide to help, study her notes then read those topics in the book and you will pass!

4.0
2.0
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Grade: A
Mar 29, 2016

Professor Simpson is an amazing Anatomy & Physiology lab teacher. I took her Anatomy & Physiology 2 lab class & really enjoyed it. She explains everything in detail at the beginning of the class & will help you if you need it. Online quizzes weekly, midterm & final practical are the assignments in her class. Study the lab manual & you'll be fine.

5.0
3.0
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Grade: A
May 3, 2016

Took this class online. You order a fetal pig from the website provided and dissect everything at home. She gives great tutorials and shows you what to do. The weekly practice practicals and quizzes aren't too hard. The final is your only exam. Use the practice practicals to study and you'll do great! :) Would definitely take her class again!

3.0
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Grade: A
May 5, 2016

I took this class online; there are weekly quizzes and homework assignments. Overall the weekly assignments are not too difficult as long as you read the book and watch the professor's videos. There was a midterm and a final- 50 questions for 50 minutes and one question shown at a time. Study the homework assignment and you will do fine.

4.0
2.0
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Grade: A
May 11, 2016

I took this lab online and as long as you do the assignments you will most likely get an A. Does not take too much of your time The final was just like the practice practicals done mostly every week. The only downside about taking a lab online would be having to pay for dissection material (about 50 dollars). Other than that, great and easy class.

5.0
3.0
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Grade: B
May 13, 2016

I loved her! I enjoyed going to class. She's very funny. Respect her and she will respect you. You have to study! Its anatomy and physiology so STUDY! I got a D on midterm and final but passed the class with a B. She gives HW online that is extra credit and quizzes online. Super easy!

3.0
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Jun 29, 2016
Would take again

A bit strict. Misspell a word and the answer is wrong . Easy to access by email. Midterm was essentially questions taken from the practicals. Extra credit given. She's good overall

5.0
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Grade: B+
Aug 2, 2016
Would take again

She is by far my favorite teacher!!! Very fun labs and very knowledgeable! I learned so much from her. She's super funny too!

3.0
5.0
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Grade: B
Aug 7, 2016
Wouldn't take again

This was by far one of the hardest classes I have taken. I received in A in 2085 in class and barely received a B in this class. Get ready to do a lot of busy work. Exams are very detailed and nit-picky. Watched a lot of Youtube videos to understand. Offers extra credit. Must log in almost every day to pass. Quiz answers found online easily. :)

4.0
4.0
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Grade: A
Aug 7, 2016
Would take again

As long as you do all of your assignments and assessments, its not that hard to pass. Practice Practicals are difficult and time consuming. If taken on campus, partial credit for misspelled words but not in this class. Corrects errors if found though. 1 final practical instead of 2 usually given on campus. Recommended to people who work full time

1.0
5.0
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Grade: F
Aug 8, 2016
Wouldn't take again

If you do not have 2 hrs a day to study for this class only then I suggest you don't take her. She is a tough grader, you misspelled a word just by one letter YOU WILL GET IT WRONG.! If you are ok with studying the whole chapter like every detail then go for it. Dont take her at least not online.

3.0
4.0
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Grade: C
Aug 9, 2016
Would take again

If you want an easy A, this is not the teacher to take. You must earn your grade and actually work and study for it.!!! If you want to learn I suggest you take her but not online, online is a little tough since you have to teach yourself, if you tend to procrastinate I highly SUGGEST you take this course on campus.

1.0
5.0
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Grade: F
Aug 10, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Be prepared to read the chapt. & her 100 slides for all chapt. I am an A student, who received a F. I have NEVER worked so hard for a class grade before, & for what, a F! This professor will not budge with grading, no lowest score test dropped. Nada. Don't take for lab either, misspell a word & it is wrong! Do not take no matter what the case!

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4.0
3.0
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Grade: B
Aug 10, 2016
Would take again

She is very nice lady. This class is not easy because there is a lot of material, but she is very understanding and flexible. She really cares about her students. Stay on schedule and you'll do fine. Study for tests. Im taking her again for BSC2086 online.

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5.0
3.0
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Aug 11, 2016
Would take again

Professor Simpson was great! The class is very hard because it is a lot of material to remember. There is a lot of reading! I took this class online so it was pretty hard. She is very fair and works with her students. One assignment per chapter and one discussion per 4 chapters.

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4.0
2.0
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Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 2, 2016
Would take again

She's a great teacher, knows her stuff, take the time to explain materials and you get clarity for lecture based on her explanations. Loved her class, and she's funny. I wish she teaches a lecture class.

Gives good feedback
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5.0
3.0
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Grade: A
Nov 17, 2016
Would take again

This professor will forever be one of my favorite undergraduate professors. If you went through Anatomy 1 lab and you got an A, there's no reason you shouldn't get an A in this class. She gives a TON of extra credit, reopens quizzes online if she really likes you. TAKE HER.

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4.0
4.0
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Dec 12, 2016
Would take again

Dr. Simpson was great. She was very clear in her course work and quickly answered any questions you had. She is a quick grader. My only dislike is spelling counts for her tests, midterm, and final.

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Grade: B+
Dec 12, 2016
Would take again

There are a lot of materials to cover within each chapter. She responds quickly to questions and concerns. Syllabus and grading criteria is pretty clear. At least 10 hrs is needed to set aside in order to fully grasp the topics of each chapter. Be prepared to ACTUALLY LEARN. Not an easy "A" type of course.. you have to EARN IT... literally

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5.0
5.0
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Grade: A+
Dec 13, 2016
Would take again

Respect her and she respects you! Make sure you do all your assessments and really take the time to look for the answers without cheating online, that way you will most definitely have an A no doubt. She gives extra credit. A lot of work but it is Anatomy and Phys. Doesnt really make it easier but she tries to help those who put in work.

Skip class? You won't pass.
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Apr 26, 2017
Would take again

She's probably the best professor I've had so far at BC. She actually cares about her students and she makes anatomy interesting in fun. If you do bad in her class you're clearly slacking because she gives so much extra credit and is willing to help you out. If you had a tough time in anatomy 1 you should take her!

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5.0
3.0
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Grade: A
May 8, 2017
Would take again

Good teacher. Very knowledgeable, very helpful, and pretty funny too. She's definitely easy to get along with and for the hard subject that is BSC2086L, she is definitely willing to help you with the course. Gives a lot of extra credit also. Only flaw I would say is that she's not easy to get a hold of outside of class.

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Grade: A+
Jul 26, 2017
Would take again

A&P is difficult to learn due to the excessive content needed to be memorized and the reading needed to be completed even before your first class. I liked the candid nature of this professor which kept lab interesting, and her dumbed down explanations that lifted the totally lost back up to the level of the rest of the class. Iwas always prepared.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Participation matters
5.0
3.0
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Grade: A
Aug 16, 2017
Would take again

Online practical and quizzes... Subject isn't the easiest but she's great with helping you to understand. Funny, nice, and sweet. Took in spring. I highly recommend her if you have trouble learning. Taking her A&P2L this fall. She's not a hard teacher but you do memorize a lot

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5.0
4.0
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Grade: A
Aug 17, 2017
Would take again

Very thorough teacher. Class is very organized and she explains everything step by step in the first class. Homework is optional for extra credit but really helps you understand the information. You get 5 points for every class so skipping affects your grade and also causes you to miss out on pictures and models that may be on the practical.

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5.0
2.0
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Grade: A+
Nov 6, 2017
Would take again

She's probably the best professor I've had so far at BC. Gives you a study guide if you follow you will pass with a good grade. Extra credit

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5.0
4.0
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Grade: A
Nov 13, 2017
Would take again

only two exams midterm and final. spelling counts on exams. only points received for daily lab attendance, quizzes, and tests. must review little by little each night. each exam covers about 12 chapters all in one. very nice and caring will help you outside of class.

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LECTURE HEAVY
4.0
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Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Dec 7, 2017
Would take again

She's a great lab professor even though it's a very tough class. We had quizzes for every practical as well as practice practical quizzes which help you learn a lot. She's funny and entertaining and has great little jokes to help you remember parts of the human anatomy throughout the class. Very different than other science professors at BC.

Gives good feedback
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Hilarious
3.0
4.0
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Grade: B
Dec 13, 2017
Wouldn't take again

She is very informational and provides great videos to help study for the midterm/final. She comes off strong and makes you feel not so smart sometimes. She is always available during class to answer questions and help. This class is based off your own studying and go to the library! Make sure to do all online assignments or you wont pass.

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4.0
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Grade: B+
Dec 15, 2017
Would take again

Read each chapter BEFORE class & jot down any questions to ask during the lab. Make sure you come prepared & on time (she is a stickler for punctuality). The digital quizzes make up a large part of your grade to aim to do well on those & do the extra credit.

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Grade: A
Jan 6, 2018
Would take again

She is a tough grader. Students focus on midterm and final, but if you want to get an A, you need to focus on quizzes as well. Read the text book at least twice before you'll take the quizzes. It will help a lot. Also, don't skip the class and study in the lab! I got a 100% on the finals even though I'm a foreign student. You can do it. Good luck:)

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Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 19, 2018
Would take again

Dr. Sharon Simpson is so funny! Shes a really good professor. She gives very clear directions and will help you if you need help. I would take her for anatomy II lab but unfortunately this gem is retiring after the spring 2018 term :(. But I learned a lot and am glad I got to have her as a professor. Very smart , helpful, and hilarious woman.

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Grade: B+
May 13, 2018
Would take again

Prof Simpson offers a little extra credit, take advantage of it! Read your lab manual and watch her YT videos before class and youll do fine. Quizzes are on D2L as well as extra credit. Make sure you get a good lab partner and watch her videos!!! She also has other activities in D2L that are worth doing so that you learn the material.

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May 30, 2018
Would take again

she was a great professor, but the class was hard. She offers extra credit that helps A TON for studying, so you have to do it all. She also offered videos which were like her lectures, those helped so much too. I actually learned a lot in her class.

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