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Wanda Ragland

Science - Macomb Community College (all campuses)

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Quality
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Difficulty
15%
Would Retake
158
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Helpful
2.9
Clarity

15%

Would Retake

158

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What Students Say

In my 3 years of college, I have never EVER experienced a professor as bad as Ragland

BIO1400 - 1.0 rating

Ragland is such a tough grader

BIO1400 - 2.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

69%

Textbook Required

79%

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Based on 41 grades
Most common grades:
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B (8)
A- (7)
Grade Distribution
A(14)B(8)C(5)D(6)F(0)A-/B+(13)
Based on 53 reported grades
A: 12
B: 8
A-: 7
B+: 6
Common Tags
Tough Grader (19)
Tough grader (14)
Get ready to read (13)
Test heavy (11)
LOTS OF HOMEWORK (7)
Skip class? You won't pass. (5)
TEST HEAVY (5)
EXTRA CREDIT (4)
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Ratings by Course

BIOLOGY

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BIO271

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BIO273

5.0

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PMICRO

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ANTPHY

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BIOAP

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BIO2700

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AP2400

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ANATO2710

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Reviews (158)
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BIOL1400
Jun 25, 2003

Ms. Ragland is very interested that her students learn. She created a website to help her students with self tests. She makes every effort to ensure that her students understand the material. I learned valuable material for my health.

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BIOLOGY
Jul 2, 2003

Ms. Ragland is an excellent teacher. She covers everything from the textbook. She welcomes e-mails and responds quickly. She knows her stuff and she is very helpful. You must study, pay attention, do practice test via website and you will do well.

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BIO2710
Dec 1, 2003

Professor Ragland is a stellar professor. She provides a comprehensive database to help students learn and do well in the class. I have never had a better learning experience. I highly recommend her!

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BIO271
Dec 13, 2003

What a great teacher! I have learned so much that actually applies to my career and life. She made a difficult course enjoyable. I looked forward to every lecture.

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BIO2710
Dec 22, 2003

WOW!!! What an awesome Professor!! I dreaded taking this class for so long, but being in her class was the greatest!! I learned so much and understood everything, I can't wait until next semester to be in her other class!!!

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BIO273
Apr 27, 2004

She was the best! I had her for two of the hardest classes(anatomy & physiology, and pathogenic microbiology). She not only made it a fun experience, but she was the most helpful teacher that I have ever had. Her efforts were truly appreciated.

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PMICRO
May 19, 2004

I had this wonderful Instructor for 3 classes and I never in a million years thought I could do as well I as I did. She makes everything understandable which therefor makes the class *easy*,but you earn your grade and there is a lot of work!!!

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BIO1000
Oct 7, 2004

she is great

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BIOL1000
Nov 8, 2004

She is a good teacher. You need to listen and take notes and do good on the tests. Dont slack off in this class because your grade will go down. Lab assingments are easy. Lab Exam is hard! She always helps you if you dont know what you are doing. All in all she is a nice and easy going teacher.

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BIOL2710
Dec 3, 2004

Did not like her teaching style or personality.

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AP
Dec 22, 2004

Very well educated great personality, Very helpful, if you don't study you won't do good (duh) so that may be why you don't like her teaching style.

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BIOL1400
Jan 11, 2005

had her for a nutrition class was going to take another science class by her but by the end of the semester NO WAY!

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BIO1000
Mar 17, 2005

Awesome teacher! You have to study in order to get a good grade though. She offers extra credit cause she wants you to pass. Very easy to approach. She has her own website that she has practice tests on so u can study for tests. The tests have ?'s from the net so be sure to STUDY THEM QUESTIONS!!!

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BIOL2710
Apr 13, 2005

One of the best teachers ever! Not easy but she gives you everything you need (notes included) then its up to you to study. Great presonality and easy to approach. Wish all my teachers were like her!

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AP
Grade: Fail
Aug 30, 2005

she was one of the best teachers i've ever had, definitely! she made everything so easy to understand and she basically gave you an outline of what you needed to know for the test- and that is exactly what was on them! she was awesome!

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BIOL2710
Sep 1, 2005

I can't say enough about this instructor - she's tough, but fair, and she truly cares about teaching and her student's success. She's just incredible!

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BOI2710
Sep 19, 2005

She is a wonderful teacher, I would recommend her to anyone who enjoys learning!

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AP
Oct 12, 2005

Wanda Ragland is a great professor. She hands out class notes which are organized and right on with the lecture. She is super helpful. Anyone leaving a negaitve message on her is just a slacker.

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NUTRITION
Grade: B
Oct 17, 2005

She was really nice, but by the end of the semester she turned into a mean/rude person. If you want any extra credit points from her make sure it is 100% correct or she will not give you any. Not even for trying. The online class was hard, but I learned a lot and will NEVER take another online class again! (expecially by her!!!!!!)

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BIO1000
Nov 16, 2005

Great teacher, had her hybrid class which is half online. She really knows her stuff and loves to teach, one of Macombs best teachers. I actually miss her class. She is not easy, but if you study her excellent notes and read a bit you will do fine and you will learn alot from her. Her notes are so good I actually enjoyed reading them.

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AP
Jan 12, 2006

She is awesome, lectures are sometimes long but helpful. She makes this class alot of fun.

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NUTRITION
Jan 13, 2006

Very organized and helpful. Enjoyed her class.

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ANATOMY
Jan 15, 2006

Ragland was a great teacher. She gave great notes and explanations. We reviewed before every exam and were able to ask any questions. I felt very comfortable asking her questions either in class or in her office. I got a B+ and learned a lot.

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BIOLOGY1400
Mar 30, 2006

Great Professor! Took online nutrition and the workload seemed high but we were given exam objectives and plenty of guidance. Anyone who says anything bad about Prof Ragland is just a slacker!

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BIOL2710
Sep 1, 2006

I had Professor Ragland for A&P and after bombing the first lecture exam-was ready to give up! I have never had a professor TRY so hard to personally see to it that her student's succeed in her class. I ended up with an A and am SO GLAD I stuck with it...all thanks to her encouragement and study suggestions! An excellent instructor!

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BIO2710
Nov 6, 2006

she does not follow her own notes for tests and she dose not explain herself well.

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BIO1050
Jan 2, 2007

Best professor for A&P. I took it the first time with fields and by far ragland is much more interesting. Very helpful with test and offers extra points. You just have to study her notes and your good and she reviews whats going to be on a test.

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BIOL2710
Jan 15, 2007

Prof Ragland is the best professor to have for this course! She's very helpful, gives extra credit, has exam reviews. Pay attention in lab when she helps other students, you'll pick up hints on how to remember the parts! You don't need the 6th edition Thibodeau text, the 5th will work. I enjoyed this class & wished she taught pathogenic micro too.

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BIOL2710
May 10, 2007

Ms. Ragland was horrible!! Her tests were extreamly hard(and not comparable with her notes) and she was the ruddest person I have ever met! She honestly didn't care when you asked her a question, or for help. She even refused me, saying that my question was something I should've known. She was by far the worst teacher I've ever had!

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BIO2710
Jul 9, 2007

I had a very hard time in this class. It is alot of work but Ms. Ragland was ALOT of help to me, without her i would have failed this class. I wish i could take all of my nursing classes with her

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BIOL2710
Jul 17, 2007

A&P is such a difficult class, especially taking it in a 6wk summer session! Ms. Ragland is a fantastic teacher, who clearly loves the subject and loves teaching. She was extremely helpful and was always available to answer questions.

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BIO2710
Aug 16, 2007

The most incredible teacher I have EVER had! She is will do whatever it takes to help a student succeed as long as your willing to help yourself. She goes above and beyond with extra credit, extra study sessions, and tips and tricks to help you do well. She makes an intense class very doable and fun. I wish she taught all my classes.

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BIO2710
Sep 7, 2007

This is the worst teacher I have ever had. She comes across rude at first, but in time, you realize it is just her dry sense of humor. As far as teaching goes she is not interested. We taught each other in that class by reading our books, and sharing our own thoughts. If you didn't staple your paper the right way...no credit for you.

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BIO2710
Sep 21, 2007

Ragland is horrible. If you ask her a question she will put you down. DO NOT TAKE HER!!!!

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BIOL2400
Dec 15, 2007

She is great. The class is not a blow off. If you do the assignments the way you are instructed to, you will do well in the class. She does not like people that slack off, so make an effort. Those that complained about her are probably the ones that are not serious about the course. Highly recommended!

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BIOL2710
Dec 15, 2007

It's a difficult subject, but this instructor is so helpful. She goes above and beyond, you just have to put effort into the class. She goes EXACTLY from her notes on the test. Just study from your notes and you will do great.She's GREAT and helpful!! It's your fault if you do not do well in her class. Be respectful, this lady has LOTS of knowledge

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BIO2710
Dec 17, 2007

Professor Ragland been teaching Bio 2710 for many years she knows whats shes doing do not slack off in this class their is alot of material to go over use the book as a tool answer the study guide question that will be helpful for exams I tape her lecture which was helpful and I attend both sections for lab which help out for lab exams.

5.0
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ANTPHY
Jan 10, 2008

SHE KNOWS HER STUFF NO DOUBT, VERY KNOWLEDGABLE AND HELPFUL...THIS CLASS IS VERY FAST PACE. YOU NEED TO BE THERE ESPICALLY FOE LECTURE, HER EXAMS ARE BASED ALL ON LECTURE.NO JOKE!! RECOMMEND USING A VOICE RECORDER,DEF WILL HELP...JUST DO YOUR STUDYING AND YOU'LL BE STRAIGHT!!

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BIOAP
Mar 5, 2008

I do not understand why people like her so much. Yeah she knows her stuff but she is a terrible teacher. Shes rude and her lectures are horrible. The tests are insane for a class that requires no prereq.

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BIO2710
May 13, 2008

Very interesting class. I recommend you take this one by itself. Alot of material to learn in 16 weeks. Bio 1000 is NOT a required before hand but, I would recommend it.. Professor is GREAT and extremely helpful. Wants all students who want to succeed to SUCCEED! You put forth the effort and you you will succeed! Good Luck

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BIOL2710
May 20, 2008

GREAT TEACHER!! She might appear mean/rude to people with attitude. She is one rare teacher who would do her best to help you out if YOU want to succeed. She is "no-nonsense" kind of a teacher. I wish I had her for all classes. Follow her notes and the lecture(use of VR recommeded) and you will succeed.If you like to challenge yourself go for it!!!

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BIO2710
Jun 18, 2008

She is soooooo rude to people especially when you ask a question, she will say '' you should know that, I said it in my lecture''. DON'T TAKE HER !!!!!!

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BIO2710
Jul 1, 2008

Tests completely from her notes+lecture...opened my book once and ended up with an A in 6 weeks. It's a hard class, but lab is strictly memorization to ace and lecture is a lot more in depth thinking but doable. She may come off rude, but she wants you to succeed. If you are trying she will notice and help you out as much as she can. Great prof!

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BIOL2710
Jan 26, 2009

Professor Ragland is very fair. If you are trying your best, attendance is good to excellent, she will definitely help you. Professor Ragland is the author of the lab manual and powerpoints in class. She wants to see that you are serious and put in your time studying. If you are serious and want to learn take Professor Ragland's course.

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BIO2710
May 9, 2009

Buckle up. This ride moves fast, and is some work. Outstanding, sophisticated, brilliant professor. Incredible command of human physiology. After 180 undergrad and 70 graduate hours, one of the best academic experiences I have ever had. Show respect, and pay attention. A million thanks to Prof Ragland.

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BIOL2710
May 27, 2009

The class is difficult but she really knows the material. She keeps the lecture material down to what you NEED to know for that unit. She was willing to stay after class when possible to help students. Puts many worksheets and learning materials online for you to make use of. You get out what you put in.

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BIO2710
Nov 12, 2009

Professor Ragland is VERY RUDE. She thinks shes funny but she's not at all. She says she wants to help people but she gives you an attitude if you ask her a question about something. By far the worst teacher I have EVER had. DO NOT TAKE HER!!!

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BIO2710
Dec 18, 2009

Ms. Ragland is the best teacher I've ever had. She is not easy so if your looking for an easy A don't take her. However if you want to learn everything and retain and understand it, she's definately your lady. She gives out worksheets and has study sessions to help you understand it better. If you put in the effort to learn she will help u succeed.

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BIOL2710
Feb 22, 2010

The exams given are off the charts hard. I gave it my all and got 96 on the first lab exam but got a D on the lecture exam! That blows me off the Deans list.... With no pre-req's required for BIOL2710 the amount of material to be learned is obserd.

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BIO2710
Mar 30, 2010

She is an awful professor and not helpful at all. If you ask any questions she makes you feel stupid and doesn't explain or help understand the answer of the question. Save yourself the money and time and do NOT waste your time/money with this terrible teacher.

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BIO2710
May 13, 2010

Professor Ragland is intense. There wasn't a question she couldn't answer. You will come out with a lot of great information and knowledge if you you take her. Great teacher, she posts helpful quizes online, and everything in the exams are in the notes. It's hard and you have to study hard but it is worth it. She loves teaching the subject.

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BIOL2710
May 24, 2010

She is intense, but after I talk with some nursing students, I realize she is preparing us for what is to come. She is clear as to what she expects, tests right from notes. If you give her an attitude, she will give it right back. I have learned so much in this class. I was never afraid to ask q's. Use the learning center!You'll get what u put in

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BIOL1400
Jul 12, 2010

She teaches by intimidation, she demands respect but gives none. She humiliates and insults everyone in the class, don't dare ask a question that isn't at her level. If you can avoid her class.

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BIO2700
Jul 13, 2010

Her a&p class is hard hard hard! However, if you do the worksheets, ask questions and put in the time, you will be rewarded with understanding a&p.

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BIO2710
Jul 29, 2010

I took Ms. Ragland in January 2009. It was my first college class ever since high school 8 years before. I was also taking 3 other classes. She's hard but she gives you every resource you need to get an A. If you don't use them that's on you. She doesn't hold your hand but she'll give you a nudge in the right direction. Very fair teacher.

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AP2400
Oct 10, 2010

ms ragland is extremely intimidating when u first meet her. but once u get to know her she is a wonderful person a lot of people mistake her for being rude demeaning not helpful and disrespectful. this is all false she holds study session once a week on her own time she gives u every resource that is available she is very fair she does care about h

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BIO2710
Oct 29, 2010

I had Ragland for BIO-2710 in Fall 2010. I am a seasoned student with a 3.8 GPA and she was, by far, the worst Professor I have ever had! She says the required book has flaws and totally discredits it! This is an example of her EGO!! She does not guide you at all, as to what the exam/lab tests/practicals will cover...meaning anything/everything

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ANATO2710
Feb 9, 2011

HARDDDDDD Teacher............................. avoid her

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SCI2710
Feb 24, 2011

She is to though on her students it's bad enough she does her tests on 8 to 10 chapters a time........... she gives out hard quizzes between them. she will give you worksheets to do for the test but each worksheet has a 100 questions... by the time u r done with the first work sheet it is probably time for the test... very intense class and teacher

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BIO2710
Apr 26, 2011

Wanda was the WORST professor I've ever had! She is very intimidating and bluntly tells you she's there to weed you out. I would avoid her at all costs. The tests are awful and tricky. DO NOT TAKE HER!!

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BIO2710
May 20, 2011

Ask and ye shall receive, if you need help ask!! She will not come to YOU! This is college. Smart lady, to pass you need to know your stuff!

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BIO2710
Nov 11, 2011

She's a tricky teacher and I mean literally tricky she doesn't want you to just know the material but she makes questions so that they trick you. Average test grades are c's. she humiliates students when you ask her a question and she wonders why most student don't ask her questions!this class dropped my GPA and I struggled to get a B!

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BIO2710
Nov 22, 2011

Key tips: dont listen to the people who say negative things about her. They just dont study, only socialize . She is caring and extremely helpful. She wants you to pass just show her you are trying . She ONLY COVERS THE BASICS what you should know in the real world if you think this class is hard try going to wsu you will be running back to her .

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BIO2710
Nov 22, 2011

she cares about her students people what are you talking about she is great at what she does. Basic info straight , exams are from the objectives powerpoint,connect, quizes she hands out and exams are based on objectives thats it ! unit 3 is challaging so study hard. she wants you to pass. ASK Questions,study dont socialize be serious people g-luck

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BIO2710
Jan 5, 2012

Prof Ragland is an extremely intelligent teacher who doesn't respect students who want to get an A by slacking off. She is a tad unapproachable but show true interest and a desire to do well and she will help you with anything and give you great tips on how to do well. If you really want to learn about AP take her. I've never learned so much before

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BIO2710
May 1, 2012

Very tough class! Professor Ragland makes this class extremely tough. The exams are a nightmare. The only way you will get an A is if you know the material backwards and forwards. She does, however, give you all the resources that you need and some extra credit. Is an A possible? Yes. Is it easy to get? No.

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BIO2710
May 10, 2012

I just EARNED a B+ in her A&P class for Winter 2012 and I have never been so proud of myself. Make no mistake, this class is hard. Prof Ragland gives you everything you need to succeed, you just have to DO it. Go to class, take notes, do the optional worksheets. She can be intimidating at first but she ended up being one of my favorite teachers.

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BIOL2710
Jun 2, 2012

Tough class, tough teacher! She wants you to succeed only if you want to succeed. She has an attitude if you ask questions that are stupid to her. But she helps you when you ask, gives xtra credit. You have to study at the learning center to attempt to get an A.

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AP2710
Oct 10, 2012

The 1st time I took the class and dropped before thedrop date I switched teachers and tried someone new and did worse The 3rd time I went back to Raglan and I gotan A- she is tough but after the drop date passes this class gets easy because she teaches different and makes things easy going. Stick with it DO NOT DROP finish with her you will pass

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BIO1400
Oct 15, 2012

excellent teacher, You have to put into the class what you expect to get out of it! This instructor knows her stuff. Great instructor for AP also

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BIO101
Oct 17, 2012

By far Wanda Ragland is one of the best professors I have ever had. She is hard, but if you put in the work you will walk out of there with a clarity that you did not think you could obtain. She is very helpful and does not want to see you fail, but won't pass you if you do not do the work.

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BIOL2710
Dec 6, 2012

THERE IS A LOT OF MATERIAL! For a 6-credit class, be prepared to study! DO NOT MISS LECTURE! Great professor with a wealth of knowledge to share She truly knows her human biology, and she brings a lot of real world experience to the classroom. Don't expect an easy A. Can be intimidating, but will answer your questions very thoroughly. Great class.

5.0
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BIOC160
Feb 15, 2013

Very smart and willing to help you. If you help yourself. Very tough class but quality of teacher is good

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BIOL1400V0850
Mar 2, 2013

Professor Ragland is very helpful in every aspect. She is willing to help with any questions you may have and she is always fair. I had her for an online class so I can only imagine how helpful she is to her students on land. I would highly recommend her.

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BIO2710
May 28, 2013

She knows her stuff and expects her students to know everything as well. She is a great teacher but you must be willing to put the effort into the class, I did not. It is actually a very hard class. Go to her and she will help you with anything.

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BIOL2710
Jun 30, 2013

Best professor I've had!! This class is not a walk in the park. You have to put a lot of work into it and study study study!!! Professor Ragland is willing to answer any question you ask and help you understand. She teaches from a clinical aspect which most don't like, but I loved it. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! Extra credit is also very helpful!

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BIO2710
Oct 19, 2013

She is the least understanding professor, I left for a family emergency and she told me that i should have stayed.. Also she is NOT helpful unless you are a teachers pet. All of her reviews are useless seeing as she never gives the answers. She honestly treats her students like dirt and its ridiculous.

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BIO2710
Oct 19, 2013

Ragland is the rudest professor I have ever had. She looks down on her students and, unless you suck up, treats you like crap. She is not helpful whats so ever. She will have you do worksheets for every chapter but instead of giving the answer so you can learn from them, she just marks them wrong. Worst professor I have ever had

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BIO2710
Grade: Not_Sure_Yet
Nov 4, 2013

I've never had a teacher that was so rude to their students. If someone says or doesn't do something right, she will embarrass you and put you down in front of everyone. Her tests are also very hard compared to what I've heard about some of the other teachers of this class. I feel like she makes the tests as hard as possible!

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BIO2710
Nov 6, 2013

Ragland is easily the worst professor I've ever had. She is unapproachable and horrible at explaining things in a different way in order to make you understand. I retook the class with someone else and got the highest grade in my class. I think the main problem is that she is not compatible with visual learners.

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BIO2710
Nov 11, 2013

Please do yourself a favor and do not take her as a professor. You honestly will not learn anything that will benefit you in your career, she teaches from old power points. She goes off on large rants about nothing related to the topic, and gives worksheets which reflect test questions but refuses to go over them. Spend your money on someone else

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BIOL2710
Nov 18, 2013

Please do NOT take this professor at all costs. She is very rude and does not care at all if you do well in the class or not. She's so hard to understand and often gets off topic. She spends more time talking about her sad, miserable life than explaining the course material. It's almost like she's trying to punish the students for her unhappiness.

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BIO2710
Dec 2, 2013

Professor Ragland is brilliant and a wonderful human being. She says from day one you have to spend time studying outside of class and the students giving her bad scores are awful students. I spend every day in her office and she gives me all of her attention. If she taught nutrition and micro, she would be my teacher. I got an A, you can too.

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BIO2710
Dec 12, 2013

Do yourself a favor & take it with a different teacher. She doesn't recognize people that actually come to every single class and try. I struggled and was a percentage away from what I wanted to get, and she still didn't round it up. Also, she is the least friendly professor I've ever came into contact with.

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BIO2710
Dec 14, 2013

Professor Ragland is a brilliant woman who loves what she does. She utilizes her extensive knowledge to give real life scenarios and teaches in a straight forward manner. She is always available and able to answer any and every question. This class is a "weeeder" so they say..It separates the strong & weak students, you get the grade you study for!

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BIO2710
Grade: B+
Dec 14, 2013

Professor Ragland is a brilliant woman who loves what she does. She utilizes her extensive knowledge to give real life scenarios and teaches in a straight forward manner. She is available and able to answer any and every question. This class is a "weeeder" so they say..It separates the strong & weak students, you get the grade you study for!

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BIO2710
May 12, 2014

Professor Ragland is extremely knowledgeable. She calls herself a "bio-geek", but it is obvious she is passionate about what she teaches and wants her students to leave her class prepared to tackle any health field they enter. This class is TOUGH. She is VERY willing to help you and offers worksheets and extra credit to help you learn concepts.

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BIOL2710C1608
May 14, 2014

First off, do not listen to anyone who has said anything bad about Professor Ragland, because the people who do are the ones who slack, don't come to class, are immature and not ready for college. She is an awesome teacher and I have already recommended friends to take her. Professor Ragland is EXTREMLY helpful! She's awesome 100% recommend her!

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C1601
Grade: Rather_Not_Say
Aug 20, 2014

Worst teacher that a person can ever have. She refuses to help. She makes her exam harder by putting tricky questions. She's not clear when she lectures and refuses to clarify a subject. I went to every single class meeting and still didn't do good along with everyone in my class. By the end of the term more than half of the class dropped out.

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BIO2710
Grade: A-
Nov 8, 2014

I don't agree with how A&P is joined at cc's as one class. Prof. Ragland is definitely the best choice as your instructor. She's sassy and arrogant, but she can back it up. Her tests are difficult but if you need to actually retain the information for anything in the future, (like, maybe, the HESI, hint) take her and don't give up.

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2710
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Nov 10, 2014

Please do not take her.

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2410
Nov 20, 2014

A&P is a tough class and I do NOT recommend this Professor. She is a "know it all" which is obviously a good thing, she knows her stuff but she acts as if you should know it all too. I was having a hard time grasping some concepts and I felt like instead of helping she was sassy and acted like I was stupid. I DID study and attended class regularly.

2.0
4.0
2710
Dec 22, 2014

If you are going into the medical field to be a doctor, I would say take her. If you are taking just because or for a low end medical field job then do not take her. I studied constantly and could barley pass the lecture exams and she is not approachable if you do not go to her study groups or unless you have an A. Never come in late she hates it.

2.0
4.0
BIOL2710
Jan 26, 2015

Rude, treats students as children. Definitely a hard-headed know- it- all.

5.0
4.0
BIO2710
Feb 20, 2015

While it is true that Ragland is tough on her students, she really makes you learn and retain the info. I went in not knowing anything about a&p and left with great knowledge which has helped me SO much in nursing school. If you want someone easy, don't even apply to the nursing program because you won't make it through. I'm thankful that I had her

5.0
4.0
BIO2710
May 13, 2015

If you're going into any program that requires you to understand how the human body works, take Professor Ragland. I transferred to Loyola University and I am still thankful for Ragland because concepts like neuromuscular transmission still come up. I remember everything she taught. Yes she's hard, but HUMAN ANATOMY is hard. GO TO HER OFFICE!

2.0
4.0
1270
May 14, 2015

Please avoid her.

1.0
5.0
BIOL2710
Grade: Rather not say
Nov 2, 2015

She is not a good professor. Very tough and makes you feel stupid for not understanding something. She would not even answer questions when you would ask her. Do not take her!!!!

2.0
5.0
BIOL2710
Grade: C
Nov 11, 2015

The class itself is pretty hard but she just made it miserable. Anytime i had a question she was very demeaning and rude, she would make it a point to make me feel bad for asking a question. I felt bullied by her and it was like she was picking on me until one lecture i actually got up and left the class. A professor shouldn't be making me sad

1.0
4.0
BIO2710
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Nov 22, 2015

Would not recommend this professor. Rude and not helpful. When you have a question, she will treat you like you are stupid and should know the information. Well as a student we don't always know the answer. A professor is suppose to teach there students not belittle them.

1.0
5.0
BIOL2710
Jan 11, 2016

do nooooooooot take her she makes a&p harder than it already is and won't help when you ask questions she makes you feel dumb

1.0
5.0
BIOL2710
Grade: Incomplete
Jan 20, 2016

You want to take Anatomy and Physiology with Ragland? Good luck. You will spend your tuition money to come in to school, and read by yourself for an hour in Lab, and Lecture will be an hour and a half of her rambling about her own life. Not about the material. She has been useless with helping students understand more thoroughly, and plainly rude!

1.0
5.0
BIO2710
Feb 4, 2016

I feel like the only reviews that are positive were written by her. Ragland is the worst teacher Ive ever had. She isnrude, and puts you down forbasking questions. She writes tricky questions when most of us are new to medicine and are trying to understand the basics. Awful, awful teacher. Would rather do class online at home.

1.0
5.0
BIO2710
May 4, 2016

The absolute worst!!

1.0
5.0
BIO2710
May 14, 2016

Don't buy the book, she says its wrong and she is right. Test are very hard. Doesn't cover half of the things in class that are on it. Whatever you do, DO NOT ask questions in lab. Its independent and she is so rude. She will treat you like you are a complete idiot and know nothing. She knows everything and is better. So rude and doesn't help

1.0
4.0
BIO2710
Grade: A+
Jun 3, 2016
Wouldn't take again

She is terrible!!! But don't complain about her to the associate dean. Her and Mike grew up together. He doesn't care how horrible of a teacher she is. She should be fired, or do students a favor and retire. Don't take her class!!! I would recommend Professor Scott, she is wonderful!!

1.0
4.0
BIO1400
Jul 3, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Do whatever you can to not have her! I took her online Nutrition course and even without have verbal communication, she's the worst! She had an answer to a homework question wrong, but she didn't care. Also, you can't rent or buy a used book because you HAVE to have access to Wiley Plus. I couldn't afford a new book and she pretty much said too bad

1.0
5.0
BIO2710
Jul 12, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Most advisors recommend not to take her. Her tests were always worded to second guess yourself. Only graded on tests and quizzes with no assignments to help bring your grade up. She would be a good A&P teacher for pre-med students but not for someone who needs the science credit. If that's you then find a different professor.

1.0
5.0
BIO2710
Jul 14, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Avoid taking her class at ALLLL costs.

1.0
4.0
BIO1400
Grade: C-
Jul 14, 2016
Wouldn't take again

I would never take this professor again. She grades hard on spelling yet many of the homework, quiz, and exam questions needed spell check. I'm not saying I can't spell but I don't have a computer and did all my assignments on my phone via Canvas app. At times I'd have the not they. Could care less if you have a concerning question.

1.0
4.0
BIO1400
Grade: Not sure yet
Jul 26, 2016
Wouldn't take again

I would never take a class with her ever! I took an online class and she claims to have the students ask questions and we do and she replies with rude remarks. The test are set up to trick you and the project was very to much detailed. She is also a tough grader. You forget a period and you get 1 point taken off. Comments to discussions are rude.

1.0
5.0
BIOL2710
Grade: C-
Aug 29, 2016
Wouldn't take again

she's terrible I wouldn't recommend her to a soul!!!!! I took a&p over with a different proff and got an A! because she's just so rude and unwilling to help.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
LECTURE HEAVY
1.0
4.0
BIO1400
Grade: A
Nov 11, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Professor Ragland is absolutely the WORST professor i have EVER had at macomb. She's extremely rude and unclear. If you have the chance to take another professor DO IT! I've never had a professor as bad as her. Shes rude when answering questions and her grading is absolutely ridiculous. I got marked down two points because I capitalize something.

1.0
5.0
BIO2710
Nov 29, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Has extremely high expectations. She is very rude when you ask questions. She will act like you know absolutely nothing and makes you feel like an idiot. There were 30 students to begin with, and were maybe 10 people left halfway through the course. Avoid taking 2710 with her.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
GROUP PROJECTS
4.0
4.0
BIO1400
Grade: B+
Jan 10, 2017
Would take again

I took her nutrition class online fall semester 2016. At first I was overwhelmed (it was my first online class) I emailed her and was still unclear of certain directions. I asked her to call me and discuss, I understood way better! Do the study guides and know your material. Passed with a B+. She wants you to learn and understand not just memorize.

Tough Grader
Get ready to read
TEST HEAVY
2.0
4.0
BIO1400
Mar 1, 2017
Wouldn't take again

She's an okay professor as long as you are understanding and doing well. Her rubrics for the final paper and some of her assignments were unclear and when I emailed to clarify, she got frustrated and ended up typing with the caps lock on.

Tough Grader
3.0
4.0
BIO1400
May 5, 2017
Wouldn't take again

She is a tough grader for the most part but since it was an online class she didn't do too much except for answer questions and grade assignments. The course material is not too bad once you get deeper into the subject matter but there was lots of work all eight weeks this class ran for. So be prepared to work for a good grade!

Tough Grader
Participation matters
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
1.0
4.0
BIO1400
Grade: B
Jul 9, 2017
Wouldn't take again

I go to a very well known university and took her nutrition class as a guest at MCC. In my 3 years of college, I have never EVER experienced a professor as bad as Ragland. I mean that with all my heart. She is rude, unspecific, condescending and grades everything very tough. Acts like she's teaching at a med school but it's just community college.

Tough Grader
2.0
5.0
BIO1400
Grade: A
Aug 9, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Ragland is such a tough grader. She marks you down on so many things, and they could be the smallest mistakes. The tests are times and you barely get enough time to finish them. 100+ test in 60 minutes or less. She never emails you back and when she does, she is very rude. Thinks she is better than everyone. Overall, stay away! SO RUDE AND HARD

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
TEST HEAVY
1.0
3.0
BIO1400
Grade: B
Nov 8, 2017
Wouldn't take again

I was excited to be taking a nutrition course because I thought it would help me with my terrible diet. Instead this class is making me stress eat!! Grammar is very important to her, she'll knock of points for the smallest mistakes- not a large number but it's annoying to see 9.73/10 because you capitalized a letter. This isn't an English class!!!

Tough Grader
Get ready to read
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
4.0
3.0
BIO1400
Grade: B+
Dec 17, 2017
Would take again

Very good instructor. Provides feedback on all assignments and grades well. If you put in the effort, you'll be rewarded. I'd definitely take her again if I could.

Gives good feedback
EXTRA CREDIT
Would take again
1.0
3.0
BIO1400
Grade: B
Jan 16, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Professor Ragland was not a great professor. She is rude, and not very understanding. Her online class required us to pay an additional $100 for an access code, which I was not financially prepared for. I would not recommend her as a teacher, or as a person in general.

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
1.0
5.0
BIO1400
Grade: B
Jan 23, 2018
Wouldn't take again

She is ridiculous when it comes to grammar. Assigns a lot of assignments, quizzes and tests. Very advance class if you take it online. Would not recommend to anyone.

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
TEST HEAVY
5.0
5.0
BIO2710
Grade: A-
Apr 10, 2018
Would take again

I am assuming the people who graded her badly didn't do well. If you put it the work and show effort to learn the material and not memorize, you will do great in the class. She is amazing, makes you critically think and guides you to the why behind the answer and doesn't just give it up. You really will learn from her, not just memorize for a grade

Tough Grader
Gives good feedback
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
1.0
4.0
BIO1400
Grade: A-
May 25, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Never again. Took this online. I wasnt aware I was taking an additional English class. God forbid you arent grammatically correct about everything youll be marked down. Be ready for an attitude when you need to contact her.

Tough Grader
Get ready to read
1.0
5.0
BIO1000
Grade: B+
Jun 11, 2018
Wouldn't take again

I took the hybrid and had her for the online portion. She has a homework then a quiz which doesn't correlate with the homework and the exams resemble neither. She gave us a 25 question ecology sample and said they would be on the final, not one was on my final. When I asked her to point them out she said my exam didn't get any. Her goal is to trick

Tough Grader
Get ready to read
EXTRA CREDIT
2.0
4.0
V0804
Grade: A
Jul 4, 2018
Wouldn't take again

She takes pts off for any & all grammatical errors. Her instructions are not clear & she will not take any exceptions. Any questions asked, you get extreme attitude. I let her know that she was being disrespectful & rude. I got a B & retook for an A. Quizlet is your best friend. I would not recommend this professor.

Tough Grader
1.0
5.0
BIO1000
Oct 14, 2018
Wouldn't take again

AWFUL TEACHER . Leaves no notes online at all! NONE!

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
1.0
5.0
BIO1000
Oct 14, 2018
Wouldn't take again

The teacher is not helpful at all. Plus shes very rude when you message her. Also the links for the notes dont work at all, on any browser.

Tough Grader
Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
1.0
5.0
BIO1400
Grade: A
Nov 13, 2018
Wouldn't take again

As of currently, I am passing with an A, so don't assume everyone posting bad reviews are mad because they didn't get a good grade. I am taking her for nutrition, she is a grammar nazi, deducts points if I put 'pan fried' instead of 'pan-fried'. When I asked her how many pages our paper needed, she told me to read the rubric (I did)and is unhelpful

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
1.0
4.0
BIO1400
Nov 27, 2018
Wouldn't take again

I've never seen a professor so strict on grammar and punctuation but yet their quizzes, exams, and message board posts are riddled with grammatical errors. She deducts points for such things as "non organic" instead of "non-organic" (no hyphen). Her assignment instructions are very confusing and unclear at times as well.

Tough Grader
Get ready to read
1.0
3.0
BIO1400
Grade: B
Dec 4, 2018
Wouldn't take again

If you wrote the near perfect paper she would only tell you the negative. She would find something like a missing comma on page 2 of a 10 page paper and then mark you down a grade.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
TEST HEAVY
1.0
4.0
BIO1400
Jan 20, 2019
Wouldn't take again

I am a week in and already this is the worst online class I've taken. I'm a 4.0 student and work hard for straight A's. She marks you down for any an all grammar mistakes. Buy the nutricalc thing on the actual website, it's 65 vs. 100 through Macomb. It's outdated, and not reliable for tracking food. Yet your paper depends on it. Worst online class

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
TEST HEAVY
1.0
3.0
BIO1400
Grade: B+
Feb 25, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Strong regret taking this professors course. Worst Ive had in my college experience. Provides rather unclear, and confusing instructions, snaps at you when you question them.

1.0
4.0
BIO1400
Grade: A
May 26, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Im taking this course online right now, I never looked on here to see the ratings for this teacher. I really do regret not looking, because Ive never been so stressed about the simplest things because of the way she grades. We have a huge paper that is equivalent to an exam and the directions suck. Its sad I have to spend my summer so stressed.

Get ready to read
Test heavy
Tough grader
1.0
1.0
BIO1400
Jul 20, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Took her for an online course and it ended up with a 94 % on canvas + did all of the extra credit but ended up with a B+ as my overall grade? Im extremely upset.

Tough grader
4.0
2.0
BIO1400
Grade: A
Dec 12, 2019
Would take again

She was a pretty good teacher, she was just a little weird about having perfect grammar. In my opinion, this almost makes it harder to focus on the actual content of my work, rather than making sure I don't get points taken off my nutrition assignment for grammar errors.

2.0
3.0
BIOL1400
Grade: B
Apr 20, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Gives very unclear instructions, little to no communication, and upon messaging her I was only met with attitude plus no answers. She assigns a paper worth a final grade with very few instructions. The class itself is not difficult if you keep up with the reading and assignments.

Get ready to read
1.0
4.0
BIO1400
Grade: B+
Jun 5, 2020
Wouldn't take again

She doesnt like for students to ask questions and is a tough grader for a beginners biology class. She will reply in all caps, say something passive aggressive, and follow up with a smiley face. Unprofessional in my opinion, luckily she doesnt represent all Macomb professors!

Tough grader
1.0
3.0
BIO1400
Grade: A
Sep 17, 2020
Wouldn't take again

She is the worst teacher that you would ever want to end up with. I'm telling you if you really want to learn and get a good grade take other teachers. She seems to act dumb when you tell her there is something wrong with your assignment. I don't recommend her to anyone and not even to my worst enemy because she is soooooo bad

2.0
4.0
BIO1400
Grade: Not sure yet
Sep 29, 2020
Wouldn't take again

This course seems like it would be an easy A. NOT! I currently have an A in this course but I still have two weeks left and Im waiting on the grade for the diet analysis paper, which the instructions were not made clear. I emailed her a question about the assignment and she tried to make me feel dumb for being lost with her unclear instructions.

Get ready to read
Participation matters
Tough grader
1.0
4.0
BIO2710
Grade: D-
Nov 10, 2020
Wouldn't take again

This class is only tests. there are no regular assignments so if you do bad on the tests you are screwed. there is no extra credit at all either

Test heavy
Tough grader
5.0
2.0
BIO1400
Grade: A
Mar 19, 2021
Would take again

I was nervous for this class due to the comments on here, but it wasn't bad at all. I enjoyed this course. Only thing that was confusing was the directions for the paper, but other than that, the rest was fairly easy and self explanatory. She was nice whenever I emailed and wasn't tough on grading my discussion posts!

Accessible outside class
Test heavy
Clear grading criteria
1.0
4.0
AP2710
Grade: C+
Apr 15, 2021
Wouldn't take again

I wouldnt recommend this professor at all. God forbid you have something major in life occur and need some leniency, she will not budge. She is also extremely rude.

2.0
2.0
BIOL1400
Grade: B
May 4, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Professor Ragland was very helpful towards the beginning with it being online. But I wont like she is very rude and blunt. You cant ask a simple question without her making you out to sound stupid for even contacting her. Its a really easy basic class and everyone should pass. will go back in grade book and change your grade bringing it down!

1.0
1.0
BIO2710
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Sep 10, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Every comment about her is true !! She should consider retiring . Shes definitely a professor that just wants a check and thats it . She doesnt care about the students . Worst experience since taking online classes .

1.0
5.0
BIO1000
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Jan 18, 2022
Wouldn't take again

Terrible. Worst experience with a professor/teacher in my life. Seems much more interested in doing more to hurt your grade than help. Wouldnt recommend to anyone

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Tough grader
2.0
4.0
BIOL1400
Grade: A
Feb 22, 2022
Wouldn't take again

The work for this class is not bad if you just keep up with it. Professor Ragland however comes off as rude, cold and often sounds bothered by a question you ask via email/canvas. I was left feeling stupid, more specifically when she would grade our discussions and in the comment section she would correct your grammar "IN CAPS"and say nothing else.

Get ready to read
Test heavy
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
BIOLOGY1400
Grade: A-
Feb 25, 2022
Wouldn't take again

I wouldnt recommend this teacher at all. Tough grader and marks everything down as not correct. She doesnt help as well. She doesnt explain anything even when you tell her I didnt get that. She cares of dropping grades instead of helping students.

3.0
2.0
BIO1400
Grade: A+
Mar 8, 2022
Would take again

As long as you make sure your discussion posts use proper grammar and punctuation you will be fine. I emailed her questions and she was never rude. The final paper is a little confusing, but if you include all the information you’ll be fine. This class was interesting and includes a lot of extra credit. Don’t let these ratings scare you!!!

Tough grader
EXTRA CREDIT
Test heavy
2.0
5.0
BIOL1400
Grade: A-
Mar 23, 2022

I do not recommend her at all. Her assignments and the diet paper were definitely unclear. Her due dates were not even accurate so beware if you take her. She also is rude when you email her. Extra credit is just a regular assignment. It is not out of zero. Lastly, she tells students to study for 4 fours each day for this class which is NOT TRUE.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
BIO2710
Grade: C-
May 5, 2022

does not care.asked for help finding hw,wasnt in the same spot as usual, her response "everyone else can find it why cant you" she is unorganized shes a tough grader I have begged for extra credit and got ignored.Never had problems with any teachers and 3.5GPA ruined I even let her know this would impact me negatively for my program, still ignored

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
1.0
1.0
BIO1000
Grade: A
Feb 27, 2023

Taking nutrition online right now and she is absolutely unbearable as an online administrator. The class is easy but her bad attitude towards students is something she should be ashamed of. She shouldn't have such a problem considering she only has to post the material to canvas Paper instructions were unclear

Tough grader
5.0
1.0
BIO1400
Grade: A
Feb 28, 2023
Would take again

The people who left negative reviews are people that aren't at a COLLEGE level in reading/writing. She expects COLLEGE-level responses/work. This class is a breeze & Professor Ragland is very helpful & responsive to emails. Her tone is subjective to the reader. You get ONE shot @ extra credit at the end of the class. It's a good class. Recommend.

Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
Test heavy
3.0
3.0
BIO1400
Grade: A
Oct 16, 2023

She is VERY strict on punctuation and grammar- one of my friends goes by he/they, and so I used they/them pronouns. She told me that it was bad grammar, but I wasn't marked down (still made me mad). Assignments are pretty easy because you can easily Google the answers and ace the quizzes + exams. Very hard to contact about problems online.

Tough grader
EXTRA CREDIT
Test heavy
1.0
4.0
NUTRITION
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Oct 29, 2023

This professor came of as extremely cold and condescending. Wish I had checked her reviews sooner, because they are all what I was feeling towards this professor as well.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
1.0
5.0
BIOL1400
Grade: A-
Dec 21, 2023

The teacher would never email back. I've emailed her 5 times, and she has never responded. She uses all CAPS then adds red colored font on text which is very rude. It seemed like she was yelling through the screen. Extra credit wasn't out of 0 and brought grade down to A-. I don't recommend her at all, so please avoid for your own good.

Tough grader
Test heavy
4.0
3.0
BIO1400
Grade: A-
Oct 25, 2024
Would take again

Professor Ragland has high expectations for college-level work. While strict on grammar, the class is fairly easy with lots of extra credit opportunities. Unstuck ai proved helpful for exam prep alongside the textbook. Overall, a manageable course if you stay on top of your work.

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