3.4

Zhujun Li

Physics - Dallas College - Richland Campus

3.4
Quality
3.5
Difficulty
77%
Would Retake
145
Reviews
3.4
Quality
3.5
Difficulty
3.5
Helpful
3.4
Clarity

77%

Would Retake

145

Reviews

Rating Distribution
Official

5

63

4

25

3

8

2

15

1

34

What Students Say

She is a waste of your time, money, and energy

PHY1401 - 1.0 rating

I honestly don't get why she has nice comments They were the reason I took her She is awful Doesn't solve much on the board Barely speaks coherent English She gets pissed real quick so be ready to be a genius and understand everything before it's even lectured about

PHY1402 - 1.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

44%

Textbook Required

38%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

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Predicted Grade

A-

95% confidence
Based on 83 grades
Most common grades:
A (27)
A+ (21)
B+ (11)
Grade Distribution
A(48)B(8)C(5)D(0)F(3)A-/B+(19)
Based on 85 reported grades
A: 27
A+: 21
B+: 11
A-: 8
Common Tags
Gives good feedback (28)
Accessible outside class (28)
Clear grading criteria (22)
Caring (18)
Skip class? You won't pass. (11)
Respected (11)
Test heavy (10)
Group projects (10)
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Ratings by Course

1401

5.0

(3)

PHYSICS

5.0

(1)

PHYSIC1401

5.0

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PHYS2301

5.0

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PHYS1

5.0

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Difficulty by Course

PHYSI1402

5.0

PHY1411

5.0

PHYS101

5.0

PHYSIC1411

5.0

PHYSICS1401

5.0

Reviews (145)
3.0
4.0
PHY1401
Grade: C
Jul 11, 2005

She is a little hard to understand at times, but is still a very good teacher. She is very hard though. Tests take a lot of studying and practice problems. 3-4 quizzes, 3 tests, and a final. Homework is optional, but you need to do it to have a chance of passing.

2.0
3.0
PHYS1401
Jul 14, 2005

Difficult to understand at times, lots of problems, but is do-able. Had an A going into the final, but came out with a B. Final is HARD and comprehensive.

5.0
3.0
PHYSICS
Jul 24, 2005

She is the best teacher that I ever had in Physics. Very clear and very helpful. I you want to make A, you must study.

5.0
2.0
PHYSIC1401
Jan 10, 2006

very good, helpful teacher. I enjoyed her class and easy got A

5.0
2.0
PHY1401
May 9, 2006

she is very helpful but you must to study inorder to get A

2.0
4.0
PHYS1411
May 16, 2006

there is a language barrier problem, sometimes we were confused because she couldn't find the correct word to use, which was not helpful when we were learning about a new concept.

2.0
5.0
PHYSI1402
Aug 18, 2006

long hard tests, only a few items on her study guide review were on the actual test; I made two A's in highschool physics & an A in 1401; however, I made a C in her class; a big disappointment.

5.0
3.0
PHYS1401
Sep 1, 2006

excellent teacher as long as you follow allong and stud. if you do you'll pass with a good grade

1.0
5.0
PHYS1411
Oct 25, 2006

There is a serious language barrier here. Li has a very thick accent & many times cannot find the right word to use to express what she means. I dropped her class because I couldn't understand what she was saying. It was a complete waste of my time and money. Now I will have to register & pay to take this class with another Instr. in the summer

3.0
4.0
PHYS1411
Dec 21, 2006

Her direction is clear but test is really hard. She gives review questions but the test questions are much harder.

5.0
1.0
PHY1402
Jul 2, 2007

she is very helpful and nice teacher.It was an easy A class for me but I love physics.If you put the neccessary effort and time you will make an A. There will be quizess at the end of every 3 or 2 chapters you are alowed to have formula sheet.

3.0
2.0
PHYS1401
Aug 5, 2007

word of advice: if you memorize all the formulas and understand how they work and why they are used then you should get an A. BUT yeah it was hard to understand her in class but if you do well on the quizzes and complete the reviews it should be no prob.

5.0
4.0
PHYS2301
Dec 23, 2007

SHe is very hard, I thought but I also do not like physics. Dr. Li is a great teacher but you must pay attention to her speaking. She even tries to make jokes. :) Personally, I liked her. I got a C but it was becasue I didn't study enough.

3.0
2.0
PHY1401
Jun 2, 2008

if you are not a good math or physics student from high school, dont take her. if you are good take her. she is not very clear and sometimes got mad at a girl who kept pesting her. this is an easy A is you do ALL her quizzes and homework. questions repeat themselves.

2.0
4.0
PHYSC1412
Jun 9, 2008

Word of Advice: Do not take her class if you want an A, if you want a B then take it. She is extremely hard to understand because she's got a very thick accent, study the quizzes and you'll be fine.

5.0
4.0
PHYS1401
Nov 21, 2008

When taking Physics youhave to understand that it is a hard class anyways. No matter what teacher YOU HAVE TO STUDY. She was helpful,smart and really tried to get you to understand it. You have to do work to understand this stuff. Made a B and actually had to drop the class previously because of the professor. I liked her.

2.0
5.0
PHYS1405
Dec 3, 2008

VERY hard to understand, she gets angry when you ask a question, and her notes and slides are written the way she talks, making them equally hard to comprehend. I went through this course solely by learning it myself. Everyone in my class would agree that SHE NEEDS TO KNOW ENGLISH TO TEACH A SUBJECT AS COMPLEX AS PHYSICS.

2.0
5.0
PHYS1407
Dec 17, 2008

I would not recommend her to anyone. I barely passed her class. She has a thick accent and her lectures do not prepare you for the test. She does give nice curves on tests. I am satisfied that i managed to pass her class.

5.0
4.0
PHYS1
Jan 15, 2009

Dr Li has been the best physics teacher I've had. I dropped my previous physics class because the professor wasn't very good; Dr Li made physics interesting and easy to understand. I'm not sure why everyone else said her accent is thick; that's not the case. She uses real-world examples and is incredibly kind and accessible.

2.0
2.0
PHYSI1302
Jul 7, 2009

Knows what she is talking about, just VERY Very difficult to understand.

5.0
2.0
PHY1401
Nov 25, 2009

shes very good....take her

1.0
5.0
PHY1401
Dec 23, 2009

Do not take her. She is very hard to understand and her quizzes and tests are hard. She tells you to study one thing and then none of it is on the test. look for another teacher... do yourself a favor...

4.0
4.0
PHYS1401
Jan 11, 2010

She is a really good teacher. I mean the material is hard itself but if you do your part, she will do hers. She goes pretty far with helping people. So I recommend take her. Shes good at what she does.

4.0
2.0
PHYS1401
Jun 16, 2010

Great teacher! She will not let you slack off at all. If your can learn fast and do homework then you will never have a problem with her class. If you BS your way though it you will fail her course. Labs are super easy and test and quizes are almost exactly out of the book.

4.0
1.0
PHYS1401
Nov 20, 2010

Honestly, just read the book, and do the homework she assigns. Her tests/Quizzes are almost exactly the problem she assigns from the homework. If you do this the night before you will get an A in her class.

1.0
5.0
PHY1411
Feb 15, 2011

Worst teacher in my entire college career. Gets mad if you even ask her a question. Very hard to understand her, language issues. Just signed up for her class and hope I make it out without affecting my GPA. Don't make the same mistake I made. Look elsewhere.

1.0
5.0
PHY1401
Apr 6, 2011

BEWARE is all I gotta say. Not worth your time or effort. Can't understand her at all. Poor teaching, bad grading.

1.0
5.0
PHYS101
May 2, 2011

Honestly, difficult to understand and test/quizzes are extremely difficult.

2.0
4.0
PHYS1417
May 2, 2011

Li seems like she knows what she's talking about, but she barely speaks English and assumes that everyone can keep up with her regardless. Her tests and quizzes are poorly worded, so it's difficult to know what they're asking.

1.0
4.0
PHYS1407
May 10, 2011

Professor Li seems like she knows what she is talking about, but she can barely speak English. Her tests are filled with misspelling which cause major confusion... The tests/quiz's are difficult, but manageable. Oddly enough, the Final exam was easy, all she did was combine the three major tests that she gave out throughout the semester.

4.0
2.0
PHSY1407
Jul 14, 2012

I took her online over the summer. She always replied to emails fast. Her test were really easy. As long as you go through the lecture notes she gives you and do the homework you will do good in this class. Would take her again!

1.0
3.0
PHYS1407
Nov 20, 2012

She gets so frustrated when you don't understand and asking questions is useless because she never answers them. I did not learn a thing in her class. If you like learning independently, you'll be fine. If not, she is a struggle.

1.0
5.0
PHYS1401
Nov 21, 2012

She's a really hard professor. Her accent is super THICK and she does not answer questions and gets frustrated when you ask for help. Her tests are pretty hard since she does not make them up herself. You HAVE to read the textbook and learn by yourself cause she wont be much help

1.0
5.0
PHYS1411
Jun 11, 2013

Worst science teacher EVER. Literally made me change the way I think about science. Her accent isn't the problem. The sentence structures of her tests, quizzes, and power points make NO SENSE whatsoever. At least more than half of the my class failed. BEWARE. Do NOT take this teacher unless you want to die in failure of science.

1.0
5.0
PHYSIC1411
Grade: C
Oct 10, 2013

THIS PROFESSOR IS SUPPER THICK ACCENTS. START 10 . AT THE END 3 LEFT IN HER CLASS. WHAT'S WRONG WITH HER ?

1.0
5.0
PHYSIC1411
Oct 14, 2013

Hard,Useless,Confusing,not Interest level prior to attending class:-high Textbook use:. GET AWAY FROM THIS PROFESSOR ASAP.

1.0
5.0
PHYSICS1401
Oct 21, 2013

Worst teacher, grading wasn't clear, no curves on test. If you're good in math then you'll be fine, if not GET A NEW TEACHER.

1.0
5.0
PHYSICS1401
Oct 22, 2013

she has super thickness accents.You really have to teach YOURSELF in this class.If you're not prepared to, then don't waste your time. I dropped!

1.0
5.0
PHYSICS1411
Oct 24, 2013

She is extremely useless as a professor. She does not teach any material thoroughly and she is very frustrating to listen to. I would rate her less than 1 if possible. She is very unclear and very unorganized. We went over Coulombs law for 3 weeks and now are rushing through optics at the end of the semester...not learning ANYTHING. AVOID HER!

1.0
5.0
PHYSICS1401
Nov 1, 2013

This is an example for an unqualified professor of teaching at Richland College. We aren’t recommending for all your learning need from this professor.

1.0
5.0
PHYSICS1407
Grade: Fail
Nov 4, 2013

it was hell when i was in her hands . now I dropped it , i felt relief the stress.

1.0
5.0
PHYSICS1401
Nov 5, 2013

NIce lady but not a good teacher. sHe stands in front of what she is writing and you learn nothing. Find another teacher if you are interested in learning.

1.0
5.0
PHYSIC1407
Grade: Fail
Nov 6, 2013

She isn't very funny and helpful instructor. Follow her explanation in class and do your homework and quiz online and you will make an F failed like me.

1.0
5.0
PHYSICS1407
Nov 8, 2013

You do not expect to ask her anything concerning of your grade or question of the exam or homework. She will say NO. And go read the books. That is not THE PROFESSOR at RICHLAND COLLEGE.

1.0
5.0
PHYSICS1401
Nov 11, 2013

I DO NOT KNOW WHAT IS GOING TO SAY HOWEVER, THIS PROFESSOR WAS SUPPER BAD FOR GRADING. SAVE GPA FOR SOME OTHERS

1.0
5.0
PHYSICS1401
Nov 13, 2013

run away as fast as you can from this professor. she will fail yall.

1.0
5.0
PHYSICS1401
Nov 13, 2013

i highly recommend to not take her, i rather sugg you take online class. she can't explain very well, she is not even interested in teaching. her tests are difficult and very very different from homework. if you wanna self-teach your self by going to class then I would say, it will be okay to take her.

1.0
5.0
PHYSICS1407
Nov 25, 2013

UNQUALIFIED teacher- actually NOT fun to go to class- BAD teacher UNhelpful and NOT really cares about students

1.0
5.0
PHYSICS1405
Grade: F
Nov 21, 2014

If you ask me what i learned in her class i would look at you stupid because i haven't learned anything!!! All she does is yell at you and if you want to ask a question she will yell at you. I would recommend you to get another teacher if you actually want to learn something.

5.0
3.0
1401
Grade: A-
Nov 21, 2014

I honestly don't know why she has such a bad rating. They all say it's hard but that's because PHYSICS is hard in general. Don't blame the teacher for your lack of understanding. It's really all up to you, she's just there to guide. Her grading is fair. If you at least set up the equations correctly on the testquiz, she will give you some points.

4.0
1.0
PHYS1305
Grade: A
Nov 21, 2014

Physics is hard. She makes it easy. Her tests seem hard but they are not as hard as what she teaches. She loves her subject and cares for her students. Labs are fun and not so hard. She likes it when students sit in the first row. Totally choose her.

5.0
2.0
1401
Grade: B+
Dec 3, 2014

She's a smart lady. Strangely, I haven't fallen asleep in this class. Ask yourself if you're a hard worker. If you are, take this class.

5.0
4.0
PHYSICS1404
Dec 12, 2014

Dr. Li is an excellent teacher. She is very knowledgeable about Physics and has high expectations for all her students. Her lab assignments are well prepared and she makes sure everyone participates. Dr. Li makes Physics interesting and fun.

5.0
2.0
1401
Grade: A-
Dec 12, 2014

She is enthisuasm in teaching, and want to make sure that every student in her class understand what she taught. There are clear examples in every lessons for her student to catch what she taught. Hard online homeworks but easy tests and grade. I just got an A- on her class because of my laziness. Overall she is a great professor.

5.0
3.0
PHYS1401
Dec 12, 2014

If u show u are trying she will be very helpful. Participate in lecture and labs

4.0
1.0
37172
Jan 19, 2015

She is a very good teacher. She would do anything for her student to understand the subject. Tests are easier than homework, and she grade very easy.

3.0
4.0
PHYS1407
Grade: B
May 19, 2015

Honestly, she is a good teacher with a heavy accent. The reason I liked this teacher is that she's trying to work hard for everyone to understand her concept. She gives curves and within those curves, you can make corrections for half credit but do not depend on it. Make sure you show up for class and participate because she will give some points.

2.0
3.0
PHYS1403
Apr 27, 2015

She isnt a bad person and I understand that teaching physics is hard but there is just something about her class that makes you dose off. She isnt very good at lecturing but the material she talks about is interesting. Not the worst class I took but it could be better. Labs are the worst part! also she gets irritated easily if you ask too many Q's

3.0
3.0
PSYCH1407
Grade: A+
Jun 18, 2015

She was sometimes hard to understand but still broke the material down and made it easy to understand. Doesn't like slackers or people who don't respect her. Doesn't like qs during class time, but makes the material understandable. Tests just like the quizzes and the homework. Do the work, don't talk in class, and you'll be fine. txtbk a must.

4.0
1.0
PHYSICS1405
Grade: A+
Dec 21, 2015

Professor Li made me enjoy physics! It is clear that she is qualified to teach physics, and she gives good lectures. Take labs seriously, study for quizzes/mid terms with homework questions, read the textbook, and pay attention to lectures.

1.0
5.0
PHYS1403
Dec 27, 2015

Beware. She is a difficult grader. She made Physics hard & uninteresting. She gave tests that were so hard that many students drop & flunk. She was not compassionate with grading. Assignments went missing & she could not find them & accuse us about not doing them. She was rude in her emails to us. Do not take her courses: she will surely fail U.

5.0
4.0
PHY1401
Grade: A+
Aug 11, 2016
Would take again

Professor Li is very caring. She cares about her students. Her lecture is very easy to understand. If you have any question, feel free to ask. She is willing to say it again until you get it. I recommend her for Physics 1401.

CARES ABOUT STUDENTS
Amazing lectures
1.0
5.0
PHYS1401
Grade: B+
Dec 9, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Do not take her cass. She is not clear in what she wants ! Her final was 80 questions for 1 hr and 20 mins! Her exams are way to long for the amount of time she gives. She is very rude when you email her about grades. I passed her class with a B but i still would not recommend her class.

Tough Grader
Get ready to read
Participation matters
2.0
5.0
PHY1401
Grade: C+
Dec 16, 2016
Wouldn't take again

she has bad grammar and her tests are so confusing and so are her lectures. she has anger issues and makes you feel dumb for asking a question. you will barely learn anything

Tough Grader
Hilarious
TEST HEAVY
3.0
4.0
PHYS1401
Dec 12, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Practice. Don't procrastinate. She grades fairly but one has to work hard and understand the concept well.

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
4.0
2.0
PHYS1402
Grade: A+
May 12, 2017
Would take again

Has an accent, but explains concepts decently. Not the best but still decent. Made a 97 in her class without any studying. Just pay attention in class and youll be fine. She allows formula sheets on exams which made it really easy. Homework every week, can be a bit tedious but helps in solidifying your concepts. I wouldnt mind taking her again.

Skip class? You won't pass.
TEST HEAVY
Caring
5.0
3.0
PHY1402
Grade: B
Aug 12, 2017
Would take again

She allows formula sheels. She doesn't mind explaining the material to you, no matter how many times you ask! Her reviews says she's mean, she's really not. She's doesn't have anger problems, I think she just wants to get her point across. She's really nice and caring. Very helpful also, don't be afraid to ask lots of questions.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
PHY1402
Grade: A+
Aug 13, 2017
Would take again

Idk why people are saying she's mean. She's incredibly nice and really cares about our education. A very fair and lenient grader but not an easy class. You have to actually do the work but you will definitely learn a lot. Wants you to ask questions and participate. You can use a formula sheet. Would take again!

Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
3.0
PHY1402
Grade: A+
Aug 13, 2017
Would take again

This professor is one of those professors that actually care more about you understanding the concept than mere memorization so she will go as fast as the students understanding. She grades generously as long as she sees you're on the right track. She helps you understand the concepts in class so you won't have to struggle at home. Highly recommend

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Amazing lectures
Caring
1.0
5.0
PHY1401
Apr 2, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Her inexperince seeps through and hinders the students understanding of such a critical subject: physics. She is a waste of your time, money, and energy. She has a huge temper, if you ask a question (that is if she understood it) she would give you the look of "biggest idiot in class" and reply with "OH IT'S EASY!" expecting you to know everything

Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
LECTURE HEAVY
1.0
5.0
PHY1402
Apr 4, 2018
Wouldn't take again

I honestly don't get why she has nice comments They were the reason I took her She is awful Doesn't solve much on the board Barely speaks coherent English She gets pissed real quick so be ready to be a genius and understand everything before it's even lectured about

Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
5.0
2.0
PHY1402
Grade: A
May 15, 2018
Would take again

One of the best teachers. She cares about her students. She gives review packages for finals. If you take good notes and finish homework on time, you will be fine. Good luck.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Caring
5.0
2.0
PHYS2301
Grade: A+
Jun 19, 2018
Would take again

I took this proffesor for physics space and galaxy for two terms and she just made me fall in love with astronomy and physics. her class is based on power point slide and you take notes. thats it just take good notes and you are ready for whatever she thows at you. Take her if you are actually intersted in the subject.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
1.0
5.0
PHYS1401
Grade: A+
Jun 21, 2018
Wouldn't take again

She's very smart but highly disorganized in many ways. Didn't finish all the chapters because not only there was a lot of material but time management is bad. Clear grading criteria but quizzes and test dates are always changing. Impatient and very condescending - treats you like an elementary student. Assumes that you already know the material.

Tough Grader
Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
3.0
PHYS1404
Grade: A
Jul 11, 2018
Would take again

A very sweet professor, and so helpful! She just wants to help you succeed.

Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
1.0
5.0
PHYS2425
Grade: B
Jul 23, 2018
Wouldn't take again

She doesnt speak very cohearent English, so she is very hard to understand. She is sometimes rude and her quizzes are grammatically bad. She doesnt explain things well either. I would definitely avoid taking a physics class with her.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
TEST HEAVY
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
2.0
PHY1402
Grade: A+
Aug 10, 2018
Would take again

People complain her lectures are hard, but that's not true. She cares about her students. 4 exams including finals. she curves the score and also gives lots of extra credit.

1.0
5.0
PHY1402
Dec 13, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Seem's like an angry person and doesn't care about students. Poor english makes it more difficult

2.0
4.0
PHSY1407
Grade: B
Dec 15, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Worst professor ever, so rude and disrespectful. Hated every second of the class and would not retake it if my life depended on it. Very bad at teaching and there is no point in going to her lectures.

Get ready to read
TEST HEAVY
5.0
2.0
PHY1401
Grade: A+
Jun 7, 2019
Would take again

She cares and goes around to every student to make sure they understand the subject. She's passionate about the subject and expect you show the same enthusiasm. I didn't need to study anything outside of the examples she gave in the class to get an A. with that said, physics is conceptual so it is extremely important you pay attention in class.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Amazing lectures
Caring
4.0
2.0
PHY1401
Grade: A+
Aug 11, 2019
Would take again

Prof Li is a caring professor. After each test she gives you feedback. She has quizzes before each test which will help you to score better each time. Also, it will help you to get an idea on What will be on the test. As long as you dont miss class, take notes from PowerPoint and do your homework you should be fine. Dont hesitate to ask for help.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Participation matters
1.0
4.0
PHYS1401
Grade: C+
Nov 12, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Can barely understand her. She has a strong accent and does not elaborate at all. Be ready to read the textbook and try to understand the concepts alone. Lectures are unhelpful. She will randomly call on you to answer questions good luck if you don't read the book. Almost the end of the semester and i am barely making it alive.

Get ready to read
Test heavy
Lecture heavy
4.0
4.0
PHYS1403
Grade: A+
Aug 22, 2019
Would take again

She cares about the material and her students. As long as you pay attention, you should be fine. The homework helps as much as the lecture.

Lots of homework
Amazing lectures
1.0
5.0
PHY1401
Grade: C+
Nov 13, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Not sure why this college hires professors that lack basic English. Hard to understand her and she will randomly call on you to answer questions in class and will get angry and make it seem as if the question is as easy as walking to my car and leaving because that's exactly what i do after entering.

Graded by few things
Test heavy
Lecture heavy
4.0
3.0
PHY1401
Grade: B+
Dec 12, 2019
Would take again

Homework, lecture and tests are very much connected, the requirement is very clear. I learned a lot in the class

Gives good feedback
Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
3.0
PHYSICS1404
Grade: A
Dec 12, 2019
Would take again

She is very helpful and the contents are very organized. So it is very easy to navigate this online class. It is a fun class!

Participation matters
Inspirational
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
PHYS1401
Grade: A+
Dec 12, 2019
Would take again

Prof Li is the type of professor who just really cares about your understanding of the material. Pay attention during lecture and ask questions and you can't go wrong.

5.0
3.0
PHYSICS1404
Grade: A
Dec 12, 2019
Would take again

If you care about the material, you will definitely enjoy the class. Just make sure you show up, pay attention, and complete assignments.

5.0
3.0
PHY1401
Grade: B
Dec 18, 2019
Would take again

Make sure you attend the lab. There is a lot of work, but if you study you will pass!

Respected
Participation matters
EXTRA CREDIT
2.0
4.0
PHY1401
Dec 19, 2019
Wouldn't take again

She knows her stuff but sometimes she can be confusing. She really cares that her students learn the material. Although, sometimes its not nice the way she talks to students one on one, and can make you feel dumb.

Accessible outside class
Get ready to read
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
PHSY1401
Dec 24, 2019
Would take again

Brilliant professor. Physics is a tough subject but she breaks it down into easily digestible explanations. Very generous with her time, quickly responds to email and readily available in her office. You do have to put in the work and the effort, but be sure that she'll help you every step of the way.

Respected
Accessible outside class
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
PHY1401
Grade: A+
Dec 27, 2019
Would take again

Dr. Li gives students the tools to make an A. It is up to the student to utilize them and put in the effort. She does want to see you care and try. Read prior to lecture and she will seal up any loose ends. She makes herself more than available outside of class to help! Watch the videos she uploads, they help clarify difficult topics or concepts.

Accessible outside class
Skip class? You won't pass.
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5.0
4.0
PHY1405
Grade: B+
Dec 31, 2019
Would take again

Dr. Li really knows her stuff, and teaches in a way that really helped me understand physics.

Accessible outside class
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
PHY1404
Grade: A
Dec 31, 2019
Would take again

Dr. Lis online physics was very well organized. She provided a key summary for each chapter that was incredibly helpful for reviewing and studying the material.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
PHYS1403
Grade: B+
May 16, 2020
Would take again

I took professor Li class this spring and although it was cut short by the pandemic, she reached out to her students and made sure she could support us in anyway possible. She was very helpful and accommodating. You can tell professor li is very passionate about teaching physics and it very refreshing. I would take her class again.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
PHY1401
Grade: A
May 18, 2020
Would take again

If you show up and take proper notes, you will pass. She is very good at breaking things down to be easier to understand if you are struggling and responds to emails very quickly. Really cares about her students.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Caring
5.0
3.0
PHYSICS1404
Grade: B+
May 18, 2020
Would take again

I took professor Li's online PHYS1404 class in the Spring of 2020. The class is very well organized and clear. I definitely recommend this class!

Inspirational
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
PHYS1403
Grade: A+
May 19, 2020
Would take again

Prof. Li is definitely an excellent teacher. She cares for her students 2 understand the content and honestly makes it easy 2 understand. Her lectures are easy to follow. If you don't understand something, she's willing to explain it to you. Her accent WON'T interfere with your understanding. If you study from her PPT, you're fine!100% recommended

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Caring
5.0
2.0
PHY1402
Grade: A
May 19, 2020
Would take again

Physics is hard but Prof Li did an amazing job with lecture and explaining to ensure everyone understands the concept. She is very knowledgeable, friendly, and relatable. Highly recommend.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Inspirational
5.0
3.0
PHYS1407
Grade: A
May 27, 2020
Would take again

This is my second time taking Dr Li, I would take her a third time if needed. Physics II came easier but only because of the solid foundation that Dr Li built from Physics I. The Covid 19 quarantine did not slow her down one bit. The online lectures/labs were clear and understandable. She was just as available as she was on campus. Take her class!

Accessible outside class
Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
PHYSICS1404
Grade: B+
Jun 5, 2020
Would take again

I learned a lot in this class, and it was very easy to follow along.

Accessible outside class
Participation matters
Caring
4.0
3.0
PHYS2426
Grade: A-
Jul 8, 2020
Would take again

The on line class is very well organized and instructions are very clear

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Caring
5.0
3.0
PHYS2426
Grade: A
Jul 16, 2020
Would take again

Took Dr. Li online for University Physics II and I thought she was a very good professor. Things were probably easier since it was online, but overall she was very helpful and provided good feedback and is understanding.

Accessible outside class
Test heavy
Clear grading criteria
4.0
3.0
PHY1402
Grade: B+
Aug 13, 2020
Would take again

I took this class over the summer and overall it wasn't bad. Professor Li was easily accessible through email, or video chat if necessary, whenever I had questions. Her video lectures were straight forward and the homework was a guaranteed 10% as long as you completed them. I would definitely take this class with her again.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
PHY1402
Grade: B+
Aug 14, 2020
Would take again

professor LI, Is very flexible and understanding! Shes knowledgeable about the course and her lectures are easy to understand. Her test is similar to questions on the lecture and shes an easy grader. she really cares for her students and wants to see you succeed! I would highly recommend her!

Gives good feedback
Respected
5.0
3.0
PHY1402
Grade: A
Aug 13, 2020
Would take again

I was never great at Physics, but the lectures in this course really helped me understand. If you watch the lectures and do the homework, then you can skip the textbook. She's extremely accessible, nice, and understanding. Also, a fair grader. Physics is usually hard no matter what, so expect a challenge, but she's the best Physics prof I've had!

Accessible outside class
Test heavy
4.0
4.0
PHYSICS1402
Grade: A
Aug 14, 2020
Would take again

Physics is not my strong suit and I definitely struggled to get an A in this course but Professor Li did an excellent job of presenting the material in an online format - it wasn't easy but not impossible if you put in the work. I strongly recommend reaching out by email or through Blackboard classroom if you have questions!

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
Accessible outside class
4.0
4.0
PHY1402
Grade: A
Aug 15, 2020
Would take again

Physics is a difficult subject to master but Professor Li does a good job of producing lecture material that gives you all the concepts needed to complete the homework and pass exams. She is easily accessible for guidance and help and is very understanding of her students. Tests are hard but she's a fair grader.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Accessible outside class
4.0
3.0
PHY1402
Grade: A
May 21, 2021
Would take again

Professor Li was a great professor, and clearly stated her expectations of the class from the beginning. All the readings, homework, and labs prepare you for the exams and the material is fairly straightforward. If you ever have any questions or concerns, professor Li is always available to meet to further explain concepts.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
PHSY1407
Grade: A
May 21, 2021
Would take again

Professor Li is one of the best professors and her class is easy if you listen to her lectures and read the textbook. She explains the chapters very clearly, and does practice questions in her lectures which really helps as you can understand how that concept is applied in real world. She is very easy to reach and responds within 24 hours.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Amazing lectures
4.0
4.0
PHYS1404
May 22, 2021
Would take again

Professor Li is really caring for her students. If you have any questions, you can email her, and she will help you with detailed explanation. The labs and exams are related to the textbook content, so make sure you go through the materials before taking the exams.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Caring
2.0
5.0
PHYS1402
Grade: A
Aug 5, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Her curves are like +2 points or something - feeling like they're "pity points." The test is sooo hard to get an A, and it's 50% of your grade! Like, come on, 12-15 questions? AND mostly short answer? Also, don't expect GOOD help from her. She makes you feel dumb about yourself. I had to get help elsewhere. If you can't help, at least be nice ugh!

Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
PHY1402
Grade: B
Aug 7, 2021
Wouldn't take again

The tests are graded 2 times in the grade book. Let's just say she grades hard.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Tough grader
5.0
4.0
PHY1401
Grade: A
Oct 22, 2021
Would take again

The lecture is well organized. It is easy to follow.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Clear grading criteria
5.0
4.0
PHY1401
Oct 24, 2021
Would take again

Prof Li is really caring and responds to emails very quickly. She was easily accessible and very flexible. I would definitely take this course with her again.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
2.0
4.0
PHYS1405
Grade: F
Jan 4, 2022
Wouldn't take again

Very lecture heavy but her way of explaining can be confusing. Professor Li is not very lenient and will not accept any excuse so don't even think about late work. Labs were pretty easy but quizzes and tests were hard and wording was confusing.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
Lecture heavy
4.0
3.0
PHSY1401
Grade: A-
Jan 13, 2022
Would take again

I took this class during the winter break. I was afraid I would fail. She is very hopeful. She responds to emails very quick EVEN ON WEEKENDS which is very rare. If you watch her lectures and break down the problems like she does you will pass every exam. Hw was hopeful 17 max and the exams were very short but you are given alot of time.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
4.0
PHYS1401
Grade: B
Jan 15, 2022
Would take again

Professor Li is very demanding, but takes the time to explain everything well. If you show up & ask questions & follow her problem-solving methods you will learn a lot!

Accessible outside class
Clear grading criteria
5.0
4.0
PHY1401
Grade: A-
Jan 15, 2022
Would take again

Prof Li is really tough but if you ask for help she will give it. Always available to help, and responds very quickly and with a lot o fdetail!

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Clear grading criteria
5.0
4.0
PHYS1401
Grade: B+
Jan 15, 2022
Would take again

Professor Li is fantastic! You will definitely need to put in the work as this course is fast paced, but I learned so much and feel confident in the material thanks to Professor Li.

Gives good feedback
4.0
4.0
PHYS1401
Grade: A-
Jan 15, 2022
Would take again

Professor Li is very good at breaking down physics problems into understandable components. She is also always available via email which was super helpful for me. Tests are hard, but overall I felt prepared for them.

5.0
4.0
PHYS1401
Jan 15, 2022
Would take again

Clearly knows her stuff! Made me realize that physics is actually really cool and can help you see the world in a new light!

4.0
4.0
PHY1401
Grade: A+
Jan 17, 2022
Would take again

The lectures are directly what will be on the tests. If you take good notes and pay attention then you can easily pass the class. The only problem is from time to time her wording can be confusing and misleading. Overall as long as you put in the effort to listen she explains enough for you to learn the concept

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Lecture heavy
5.0
1.0
PHSY1401
May 27, 2022
Would take again

Super nice and class easy to follow! She helps with anything you may need and is super responsive to emails. Totally recommend this class online.

4.0
3.0
PHY1405
Jun 16, 2022

She was quite alright. All you need to do is to follow instructions.

Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
4.0
4.0
PHY1402
Grade: B+
Aug 17, 2022
Would take again

Difficult class but manageable. Whenever I had questions about homework or labs she responded very fast with clear feedback.

Tough grader
Group projects
Gives good feedback
5.0
1.0
PHY1402
Grade: A+
Aug 17, 2022
Would take again

The professor responded to emails within minutes no matter what the time was. The grading was easy and the course load was manageable. I highly recommend this professor for physics 2!!

Clear grading criteria
Caring
Accessible outside class
4.0
3.0
PHY1402
Grade: A
Aug 17, 2022

Dr. Li is a good professor. At times, her lectures were hard to understand (youtube/ask help from people helped me get an A). She likes group labs. She is knowledgeable. She is quick to email respond to questions/gives detailed explanations even past normal hours. She grades tests/labs quick. No EC, only exam curves. Exams are open end+MC.

Group projects
Gives good feedback
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
PHYS1402
Grade: A+
Aug 18, 2022
Would take again

She was great! Responds to emails quickly and thoroughly. She cares about your understanding of the material. I took her for both physics 1 & 2. I recommend her course!

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
5.0
4.0
PHYS2301
Grade: A+
Sep 8, 2022
Would take again

Great professor! Will take again

Group projects
Amazing lectures
Accessible outside class
3.0
3.0
PHYS1401
Grade: A
Nov 15, 2022

The labs are very vague. You have to work with a group (even though it's an online class) to complete the labs. Her slight accent makes the lectures hard to understand.

Group projects
5.0
3.0
PHSY1401
Grade: A
Jan 8, 2023
Would take again

Very well organized!

Group projects
Gives good feedback
Caring
5.0
4.0
PHYS1402
Grade: A
Feb 13, 2023
Would take again

Dr. Li is brilliant and explains physics concepts with lots of practical examples. She is very caring professor; always available. Responds to emails quickly, same day. Her exams and labs are challenging, and it forces you to think, which makes it interesting. If you get it, then it is enjoyable. Pay attention to her lectures and you will be fine!

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
2.0
PHY1404
Grade: B
May 10, 2023
Would take again

Her teaching makes it enjoyable and informative during this course. Her teaching style and approach to the subject matter made it easy for me to comprehend, and I learned a great deal as a result. If you are not science smart this would be a good class to take as it is easy to understand.

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
Online Savvy
5.0
5.0
PHY1402
Grade: A+
May 15, 2023
Would take again

Prof. Li is an amazing professor. I had her for two semesters for PHY 1401-2, and I passed with an A. Her teaching methods are perfectly balanced. She makes exams, homework, and labs easy, and we work in groups of 3 for the lab assignments. Prof. Li also gives partial credit on exams, including lab work. I highly recommend taking a course with her.

Caring
Respected
Online Savvy
5.0
4.0
PHSY1401
Grade: A+
May 18, 2023
Would take again

I initially took professor Li for physics 1401 and enjoyed learning from her so much that I chose her for physics 1402 as well. Professor Li's course setup is very clear. Mostly her course consist of labs, homework assignments, and quizzes and exams. Labs were mostly a group assignment. Overall, I would recommend professor Li for physics.

Group projects
Clear grading criteria
5.0
4.0
PHY1402
Grade: A
May 21, 2023
Would take again

I think Professor Li does amazing at teaching physics especially breaking down problems and how it works in solving a problem. I really enjoyed taking the course online and how Professor Li is great at feedback and emailing you back.

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
5.0
PHY1402
Grade: A
Jul 20, 2023
Would take again

Professor Li is amazing!! Homework is heavy as expected but nothing to worry about as everything you need to be successful in this class will be provided. Clear communication and very well-set expectations from the beginning.

Clear grading criteria
Caring
Respected
5.0
2.0
PHYS1402
Grade: A
Aug 12, 2023
Would take again

Prof. Li is an incredibly kind and accommodating professor. The homework is short and easy and her tests are fair and open-note with ample time to complete them. Some labs are done in groups and can be a bit tricky but she is not a harsh grader so you should be fine. Just make sure to complete all assignments as best you can. 10/10 would recommend!

Group projects
Caring
Accessible outside class
4.0
2.0
PHYS1404
Grade: A
Dec 9, 2023
Would take again

Take her Astrology Class, easy to the point and fun!!!!

Participation matters
Group projects
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
PHY1402
Grade: A-
Dec 13, 2023
Would take again

I had her for both Phys 1401, and 1402. Professor Li gave great lecture videos and they were easy to understand. She is very responsive to emails. The hardest and most time-consumed part of the courses was the homework on Macmillan website. Her tests are easier versions of the homework. Also, there are group labs and quizzes. Great professor!

Group projects
Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
PHY1402
Grade: A-
Nov 15, 2024
Would take again

Prof Li is great - her videos and feedback make the challenging material manageable. The homework can be time-consuming, but using unstuck study alongside the textbook really helps with study prep.

5.0
2.0
PHSY1401
Grade: A
Jan 10, 2025
Would take again

Overall, great professor. Email to ask questions about anything, she is very caring. Videos and PowerPoints to guide you through the lessons. 2 homeworks per chapter (10 total chapters) but unlimited attempts. Group labs--most time consuming. 4 tests, not proctored, 90 mins (test 2 probably the hardest).

Group projects
Accessible outside class
2.0
5.0
PHSY1407
Grade: F
Jul 17, 2025

She would berate us if we were not in class. Pretty loudly, in front of the whole class. It was so weird, she was fairly nice but aggressive in person and she constantly got problems wrong in class. Mind you, this was a long class and she would have the wrong answer constantly. It frankly made me VERY upset. I suggest another physics teacher.

5.0
1.0
PHYS1404
Grade: A
Dec 12, 2025
Would take again

Study for the quizzes, prepare for the labs. Class is from the textbook but easy to follow. Plenty of time to finish assignments even with a full schedule. Good class to take for meeting physics requirements for non-engineering majors. I would take this professors class again.

Get ready to read
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Gives good feedback
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