4.5

Victoria Buxton-Pacheco

Health Science - Pasadena City College

4.5
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4.5
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Would Retake

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What Students Say

Look I'll be honest, microbiology is a hard class, I'm still dreaming with this fc$&&$microbes but If you listen 2 da lectures and MANAGE ur time ull b ok

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One of the worst teachers i've had

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Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

27%

Textbook Required

67%

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Based on 17 reported grades
A: 13
A-: 1
Not sure yet: 1
A+: 1
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Caring (5)
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NUTR11
Jul 23, 2003

One of the worst teachers i've had.. Did not seem prepared for classes and didn't seem interested in teaching at all. Not a good experience at all.

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NUTR11
Jul 23, 2003

her lecture is fast. most of the time during class, she is anwsering questions from students about nutrition not relatiing to the textbook. overall, her class is kind of easy.

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NUTRI11
Nov 12, 2003

She's really easy if you follow the notes shes gives. She's pretty easy to pass.

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NUTRI11
Nov 12, 2003

Easy "A"....

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NUTRTION11
Dec 4, 2003

She is an excellant professor, and her lectures are outstanding.Many times she shares her hospital experiences with the class which provide an insight to the profession of nutrition. She is very helpful and approachable.

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NUTRI11
Dec 5, 2003

very easy class. she is very casual. you can come in late or sleep in class and she doesnt care. she is also extremely friendly.If you show up and study, you should get an A.I actually learned a lot in this class, she is a good dietician.

5.0
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NUTR
Dec 6, 2003

She rocks. Way better than most PhD. I just love to have a graduate student as my instructor. PhDs are snobby and obnoxious.

5.0
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NUTRI11
Dec 7, 2003

No Comments

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NUTRI11
May 18, 2004

she is a very easy going teacher. answers any questions you have related to nutrition. Just take your notes, and study them for the tests. EAASY A!!!! The class is pretty fun and interesting...i actually learned a lot.

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NUTRI11
Jun 30, 2004

She's really nice and friendly. Lectures were okay, but it's not enough if you wanna listen to her lectures only w/out studying. If you don't read the book on your own, you'll screw because she doesn't talk much about the book.

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NURSING
Aug 1, 2004

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NUTRI11
Sep 24, 2004

Since she's so nice, it's easy to get distracted and not really pay that much attention- but if you pay attention and study from the book, it's worth it- not a hard class at all. She is also extremely willing to help students. Highly recommended!

5.0
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NUTRI11
Dec 8, 2004

her class is very easy. Before the exam, she will go through every materials and tells you exactly what is on the exam. Overall, it is a fun class!

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NUTRI11
Dec 20, 2004

I enjoyed her class.Lectures are interesting, she talks a lot about her work experience. SHe's cute & could include humor in her discussions once in a while. She's willing to help but its not enough if u r a slacker.Exams are solidly based from the text, so u gotta read. I could say its an easy "A."

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NUTRI11
Jun 7, 2005

SHE IS VERY NICE. I ENJOYED ALOT

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NUTRITION11
Jun 8, 2005

She's very nice and makes the class really easy. Only 3 papers and she generally gives VERY high grades on them. Short tests (40 questions), and she tells you what to study for before it.

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NUTRI11
Jun 17, 2005

She is very helpful with the assignments that are really easy to but you need to start early too get the full points n she enjoys her job of ppl whom have diabetes. She has a sence of humor!!! I recommend to take her class I got a B on her class!!!!!

5.0
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NUTRI11
Jun 20, 2005

She is really nice! Her class wasn't hard, but it wasn't the easiest either. Don't procrastinate the (easy) papers. Do the extra credit if she offers it, they are totally worth it! I learned a lot from this very educational class. The lectures are interesting.

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NUTR11
Jul 5, 2005

She is a nice teacher, but you need to study for text book because she doesn't much explain about it. Try hard!!!

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NUTRITION
Jul 25, 2005

I loved her class very much. She teaches in a way where everyone would understand. In fact, the topics she discuss are always interesting. In addition to that, she has a nice sense of humor. Oh, she's cute too! Yeah, I think she's pretty. All you have to do is pay attention and do what you're supposed to do. Then, yeah.. There's your A!! ^_^

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NUTRITION
Aug 24, 2005

Loved the class!

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NUTR11
Oct 25, 2005

She makes the class fun by bringing in her own topics that pertain to the material that she is presenting. Very well organized! Very Helpful! SHE IS ONE OF MY FAVORITE TEACHERS!If you can take her -you won't regret it!!!!

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NUTRI11
Dec 5, 2005

i like victoria alot and her lectures are fun and easy to listen to and she goes over what will be on the test only problem was that the test questions are very tricky as if they were taken straight from a teachers guide text and some things are on the test that she said werent she is very nice and for the most part clear just study your vitamins!

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NUTR11
Grade: A-
Dec 8, 2005

SHE'S A FUN TEACHER, THINGS SHE COVER DURING THE CLASS IS ALWAYS ON THE TEST. TAKE HER, SHE'S EASY TEACHER BUT ALSO HELPFUL

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NUTRITION11
Jan 11, 2006

This was such a fun class. Victoria is an excellent professor. She is funny and very good at communicating difficult material. All of the tests are very straight forward and she gives a test review before each exam. The only downside is the class has a fifteen hour computer lab component. The lab feels like a giant waste of time.

5.0
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NUTRITION11
Feb 26, 2006

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NUTR11
May 3, 2006

this instructor was awesome. she really knows her material, and makes everything easy to understand. just pay attention and you'll do well.

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NUTRI11
Jun 12, 2006

Great person!!!! Take her class. Besides, take Nutri 11 at the same time with Physiology 2B and you will have almost a "free ride."

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NUTRITION11
Jun 26, 2006

Easy class.. take her. Reviews before each test giving you what will be on the test.. projects are easy, but take time. She knows what she's doing

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NUTRI11
Dec 20, 2006

GREAT professor! Definitely knows her material. Reviews for exams (don't miss those!) DO the 2 projects, listen and you'll b fine

5.0
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NUTRI11
Jan 9, 2007

Awesome teacher! You learn a lot more than what's in the book. Plus it helps that she loves the subject as well. Tests are fair and easy if you study. Do the work you get an A.

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NUTRI11
Feb 17, 2007

She's simply the best Professor.... I strongly recommend her if you want to be successul in your healthcare career. She makes it so easy to understand her lectures. I guaranteed that if you finish this class, you'll apply this knowledge throughout your life and career. Thanks Professor Buxton-Pacheco for being the best!!!!!

5.0
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NUTRI11
Jun 14, 2007

Almost like giving away free A's, that's if you pay attention and read. Test questions were fair, the 3-day intake project is easy although it requires some time. Great class!

5.0
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NUTRI11
Jun 18, 2007

Her lecture is fun, interesting, and very helpful. She is very nice lady and willing to help students. Study and do your research paper, then u will be fine!

5.0
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NUTRI11
Jun 21, 2007

Prof. Pacheco is a great teacher that provides clear and informative info. Her lectures that are not boring and work load resonable. You can get a solid "A" if you do decent in her 3 test, and do her 3 day intake project and 5 web assignments and you should not have a problem. She even offers extra credit at the end of the semister. Take her course

5.0
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NUTRI11
Aug 22, 2007

SHE IS NICE, AND THE WAY OF HER TEACHING IS PRETTY GOOD. I WAS DOING WELL IN HER CLASS. THE MATERIAL IN THE CLASS IS VERY CLEAR. JUST GO OVER THE TEXT BOOK. SHE WILL GIVE OUT EXTRA CREDIT IN THE LAST WEEK WHICH HELPS TO UP A GRADE

5.0
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NUTRI11
Nov 8, 2007

She is very fun and intelligent, her lectures are not boring at all. Take her class! You will be happy you did =]

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NUTRI11
Nov 9, 2007

Prof. Buxton-Pacheco is awsome!!! she truly enjoys her job and is great at it!! thanx 2 her i might become an RD. Her lectures are crystal clear and she always reviews beFore exams which makes them a breeze!! THANKS PROF. BUXTON!!!

5.0
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NUTRI1701
Dec 3, 2007

Great professor, very interesting, alot of reading and tests are based on the book. 1 group presentation, 1 big project. 1 Web assignments profect. Basically read the book and you'll do fine. Wished I could've had enough sleep everyday to pay attention to all the good stuff!

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NUTRI11
Jan 25, 2008

This professor is very awesome. I had sooo much fun in her class. She is very interesting and you will not regret taking this class. Show up on time. The tests are fair. Good professor.

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NUTRI0274
Jun 4, 2008

she is the best professor very helpful and kind

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NUTRI117
Jun 8, 2008

She is a wonderful teacher, she wants students to understand and have their input. she does a exam review and tells what Q's will be on exam, extremly helpful! I wish she could teach every subject, I'd get an A in all my classes. Take her, you'll get a good grade.

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PSYCH11
Jul 28, 2008

Prof Pacheco was a great professor. Very easy going but I definitely learned alot in her class. I don't know how it is in a regular semester but I just took her summer class and it went fairly quick. Gave us many chances to succeed. Test are multiple choice and she tells you exactly what to study. Barely read textbook but you need it to study with

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NTRS317
Aug 27, 2008

(From Cal state la) She taught there for summer,She always has review for our midterm & final. Great instructor, knows alot about nutrition & health. Can ask for career advice, mainly RD (Dietition). Very Friendly & approachable. Study hard to get good grades... worth it!

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NUTRI11
Oct 7, 2008

SHES A GREAT TEACHER! HER LECTURES ARE REALLY EASY AND CRYTAL CLEAR. SHE DOES PPT FOR HER LECTURES AND SHE HAS NOTES PUT UP ONLINE. TAKE HER CLASS EVEN IF YOU DONT NEED IT. ITS AN EASY CLASS AND SHE KEEPS IT AS INTERESTING AS POSSIBLE. HER TEST ARE EASY TO. SHE GIVES YOU A CLEAR OUTLINE FOR EACH ONE.

5.0
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NUTRI11
Dec 9, 2008

She is a great teacher very helpful. Keeps her lectures interesting and the assignments are easy. As long as you go to class, study, do your lab hrs and assingments you will pass. Take her!!!

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NUTR11
Dec 11, 2008

Professor Paxeco was an amazing teacher. I went into the class knowing very little and learned so much. She really makes the lectures interesting and as long as you are there everyday, do the projects, and study you will get an A. I loved this class and wish I could take more with her.

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NUTRI11
Dec 19, 2008

This instructor will teach you from A to Z on nutrition.Follow directions with the assignments.These points are crucial.Turn in work ontime.Not late or 10 points will be deducted .Download the notes.The book coincides with the notes.She's the best from the three instructors for nutrition at PCC.I'm borderline high B+ to A,pending on the final exam.

5.0
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NUTRI11
Jan 5, 2009

She's a great professor and always in a good mood. I learned so much from her class.. Glad i took her.

5.0
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NUTRI11
Jan 24, 2009

she is extremely easy going and i like her. she is an easy A as long as you study the outlines she posted on line. also, tests are extremely easy

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NUTRI11
Mar 27, 2009

Highly recommended, you will learn important and surprising information about nutrition. She gives study guides and the class is interesting! Her tests are multiple choice and are fairly easy.

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NUTRI11
Jun 11, 2009

Her tests are a litter harder than i expected (not 5 material, but i will settle for 4) She gives study guides, extra credit, 2 projects and 4 tests. She is a nice lady, sometimes a little boring. All in all, she is very knowledgeable. Maybe im stupid but i did have to study in order to earn my A...

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NUTRI11
Sep 14, 2009

Took her for Summer '09. She is really cool. She wants to give you all the facts so yo can make a lifestyle change not "diet" (She hates that word). But this is awesome you learn so much and her tests are easy, the test outlines covers every question (no trick questions), and she will help you out if you need it.

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NUTRI11
Dec 11, 2009

Pacheco is an excellent instructor. Read the book ahead. Participate in her class. Study from the study guide and the book. DO THE PROJECTS! TAKE HER!

5.0
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NUTRI11
Feb 19, 2010

She is a respectable and wonderful. She helps all students. She is the BEST!!!

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NUTRI11
Feb 1, 2011

Overall, a pretty good teacher who knows what she is teaching. read the book, do the review sheet, and you should be able to get at least a B on the test and still mangage to get an A in the class.

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MICRO2
Jul 3, 2011

Look I'll be honest, microbiology is a hard class, I'm still dreaming with this fc$&&$microbes but If you listen 2 da lectures and MANAGE ur time ull b ok... Overall she is very kind and helpful, and her test are not tha hard, i took micro and physio 2b and still got an A in both, so c'mon stop looking @ this post and take her instead of chess lol

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NUT6990
Aug 9, 2011

Professor Buxton-Pacheco is EXTREMLY helpful and kind, she is a GREATteacher and really knows what she is teaching!! HIGHLY recommend

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NUTR11
Aug 11, 2011

One of the best teachers & one of the easiest class at PCC. knows what is talking about. I got 81% on all 3 tests and still manage to get an A in the class.

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NUTRI2147
Oct 12, 2011

She is GREAT! very helpful and all the lectures cover the exams. I love her class never missed one of her classes and all my exams were in the high 80's. Take this class you won't regret it... you'll learn a lot of things and it's fun. Pacheco is one of the best professors' at PCC!!!!!! love that class.

5.0
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NUTRI11
Feb 6, 2012

She is such a great teacher...you will love her. She gives study guides and her lectures reflect what is on the test.

5.0
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NUTRI11
Jun 15, 2012

Entertaining professor, she tries to make this as fun as possible. If you study then there's no reason why you shouldn't get an A.

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NUTRI11
Jun 17, 2012

Awesome professor! Easy going and informative class. Offers study guides for the tests. Plus, talks about interesting cases that she deals with in her clinical work.

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NUTR11
Jun 18, 2012

take her! She's a nice and funny professor. Offers study guides that are spot on for the tests, tests are not hard. Has interesting stories. Had her at 7am and she was not boring. Shows films in class. Overall great class

5.0
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NUTRITION11
Mar 22, 2013

Quite informative. Cool documentaries. She's kinda hot. WAAAAYYYY TOO EARLY. She's pretty funny. Material's easy to grasp. Tests are pretty easy. Reports are pretty easy. Just make sure you can go to class. I got a B cause I had 8 or 10 absences but an A in everything else. Hahaha. I guess I'm glad she didn't fail me or drop me. =)

1.0
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NUTR11
Apr 19, 2013

The most unorganized online course I've ever taken. Syllabus doesn't match due date on Canvas. Prof NEVER responds to emails. Everyone is confused. Do NOT take the online course.

5.0
1.0
NUTR011
Grade: A
Nov 14, 2015

This professor is amazing, her nutrition courses are not hard at all. Guarantee pass I got an A, everything is mostly done online so you don't pass this class sorry to say you need to consider ur life priorities.

5.0
3.0
NUTR11
Grade: A
Dec 26, 2016
Would take again

She wrote the book and currently works in the hospital. Her teaching is intergrated among other subjects and full of clinically related cases to share. Inspiring, caring, and passionate professor, highly recommend. Buy the new b book with the code so you can do your assignment easily (Wellnutri assignment weights a lot overall)

Inspirational
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
1.0
NUTR11
Grade: A
Jun 18, 2018
Would take again

Prof relies on powerpoint a lot but she is always being interactive so it doesn't get too boring. The assignments are very easy, all that is required is some effort and you can get a good grade. Tests are not too hard, just use the book. My only gripe is that she made her own book which you have to buy to access a certain website and assignment.

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Caring
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3.0
NUTR11
Grade: A
Jul 8, 2019
Would take again

Relies on pp but it was an easy class. It was interesting to learn about nutrition and honestly this class made me have a better diet. I would recommend this professor because she is caring and for an online class it was very easy. Discussions are due Thursdays and assignments are due Sunday. I basically found the whole final online.

Get ready to read
Participation matters
Inspirational
4.0
2.0
NUTR11
Grade: A
Jul 11, 2019
Would take again

Prof. Pacheco is very nice. Her syllabus is clear as is her grading. I missed class alot and was late all the time because it was 7am but as long as you review the slides and book you should be able to pass the quiz and final. Definitely glad I took her class and you will be too. Learned some useful info as well. She also offers extra credit.

Respected
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5.0
1.0
NUTR11
Grade: A
Sep 2, 2019
Would take again

I loved taking nutrition with this professor. She is one of the easiest teachers I have taken so far. She does require you to buy a book thats about $90.00, but with that book comes alot of helpful notes for lectures. All the quizes are online, which you take at home as well as the final. Not much homework, mainly discussions on canvas.

Gives good feedback
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
1.0
NUTR11
Grade: A
Jan 2, 2020
Would take again

Definitely recommended! Took her hybrid nutrition class and it was super easy. All the tests are online and open anything (powerpoint, internet, book, notes, etc.). Make sure to do the discussions and other online assignments because they add up. Overall, very knowledgable and interesting professor who managed to make a 7AM class entertaining.

Clear grading criteria
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
NUTR11
Grade: Not sure yet
Feb 17, 2020
Would take again

Great class! Learned so much in such a short time! Just do the work! Dont miss anything and make sure to follow directions and you will be okay!

5.0
2.0
NUTRI11
Grade: A
Feb 19, 2020
Would take again

This class was fairly easy yet very knowledgeable and interesting. It's a good amount of essays that we had to do but it was nothing that wasn't doable. You obviously do have to read in order to pass since it was an online class. I really enjoyed her class.

Get ready to read
5.0
1.0
NUTR11
Grade: A+
Jun 6, 2020
Would take again

Great professor! She gives great feedback and is very helpful.

Clear grading criteria
5.0
2.0
NUTR11
Grade: A
Jun 21, 2020
Would take again

Professor Pacheco is terrific. Just finish every assignment on time and study her lectures; you will do good in this class. Tests and quizzes are not hard.

Respected
Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
2.0
2.0
NUTR011
Grade: A
Aug 2, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Yes, it was easy work but any questions you had, you had to submit to a Q&A discussion where classmates could answer questions for you. Only problem is that they were just as confused. E-mails I sent were never answered and I just felt like I was floating through class hoping it was right. Professor seemed uninvolved.

Participation matters
2.0
2.0
NUTR011
Grade: A
Aug 2, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Professor seems to be absent and uninvolved. Don't expect your questions to be answered. The emails I sent were never responded to. All assignments got a perfect score without any feedback. Easy class but I felt like I floated through hoping my work was correct. Some of the assignments were interesting though.

Participation matters
5.0
2.0
NUTR011
Grade: A
May 11, 2022
Would take again

Such a great Professor!! If you need to take a nutrition class take this one!

Amazing lectures
Caring
Respected
5.0
1.0
NUTR011
Grade: A
Feb 24, 2023
Would take again

I took an asynchronous online class that was 8 weeks long. Super easy class just read and the work can be done in the matter of minutes.Assignments are super straight forward. For quizzes you're only allowed one attempt, the quizzes impact your grade more than anything else so be careful. Its a super non stressful class recommend for easy credits.

Get ready to read
Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
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4.0
NUTR011
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Jun 15, 2025

Avoid this professor if you can. She requires you to purchase her own book for the class, which is overpriced at $125 with typos. Even worse, she directs you to buy it through the publisher instead even more unethical. She's also completely absent, unresponsive and disorganized Report your experience to the dean. Do not trust the positive reviews.

Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

27%

Textbook Required

67%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

A+

95% confidence
Based on 15 grades
Most common grades:
A (13)
A- (1)
Not sure yet (1)
Grade Distribution
A(14)B(0)C(0)D(1)F(0)A-/B+(1)
Based on 17 reported grades
A: 13
A-: 1
Not sure yet: 1
A+: 1
Common Tags
Caring (5)
Clear grading criteria (5)
Get ready to read (4)
EXTRA CREDIT (3)
Participation matters (3)
Respected (3)
Inspirational (2)
Amazing lectures (2)
Rating Trend

Stable

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5.0

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5.0

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NUTRITION11

5.0

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