GCSC Microbiology

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Since Microbiology lecture class at Gulf Coast State College is only offered by Professor Penni Beitzel, I'm curious who all has taken her for microbiology and what your opinion is on how hard the class is and how you like her teaching style? I looked her up on ratemyprofessors.com and it just had a lot of contradicting opinions of her class, some quite negative that might be from bitter or lazy students but I like to know what she'll be like ahead of time. Just curious what I have to look forward to or be prepared for? Also is it better to take the lecture online or in person?

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I don't know this professor are talking about but I can only advice you on whether to take it in class or online. Microbiology involves a lot of minute staff and it helps a lot if you are able to see what you are studying about. Yes it can be gross but it leaves a lasting memory which is very necessary for exams. I know online can give you similar experience but I believe the best choice will be online where you can touch and feel. Unless you have a reason for taking it online. I took A&P 1 online and took Micro in class. I was glad it was in class. Another piece of advice. Sometimes it doesn't matter the professor. You can still do well. You just need to show how bad you want to understand the subject. Use every resource available to you in school and out of school. Quizlet, Khan academy and videos on you tube. Lots of determination and curiosity coupled with a lot of studies and you will be okay. I had the worse Professor on campus for Micro because every other section was waitlisted. I did most of the studies by myself and help from some tutors. Came out with an A. So it's doable. And yes I have three jobs and a daughter so did not have all the time available but had to make use of what I had. SORRY FOR THE LONG POST

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She is a difficult teacher but her class is not impossible. I believe she makes it harder to help weed out the "weaker" students. Make sure you take her class in person and you should be fine.

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