Johanna Barker - Santa Monica College, Santa Monica, CA

Professor: Johanna Barker

Department: Earth Science

College: Santa Monica College, Santa Monica, CA

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: ANTHR2
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

The exams are difficult-MC/short answer/fill-in/mini essays. BUT this is one of the most fascinating classes I have EVER taken. She gives extra credit only to students who are not passing-I was one of em but I ended up passing. If ur an Anthro major, this class sets a foundation & will prepare u for ur transfer school. Take if u r willing 2 work!

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: CULTUANTH
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Awful teacher. This woman loves to hear herself speak and beware her tests have nothing to do with the readings. rate my professor failed me once and this teacher was it.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: ATHRO2
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Great Class! Although she is retiring after Spring '07 her class was really fun and educational! I never thought I would be so interested in Anthropology, she makes everything interesting! I'm going to miss prof Barker!

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: ANTHR2
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

She is one of the best professors I ever had in SMC. Her lectures are EXTREMELY interesting. I love it when she goes telling her story about her ethnography about a tribe she lived with. The tests are hard but if you memorize every word from her lectures and read the assign books you'll do great. She even gives an extra credit assignment for those

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: ANTHRO2
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

I took the scholars section of this class and really enjoyed it.Its been a couple yrs and I still have some of recommended books.I learned a lot.Tests more diff than used to b/c fill in blank+short essay but really challenges understanding.Plus there was a hot guy in the class so I always had something to look foward to.Also enjoyed her stories

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: ANTHRO20
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

She is such a great instructor!!!! I learned so much and she's so cool. The slide shows alone are worth the class. =)

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: ANTHRO2
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

This is one of the best professors you will ever take! She is retiring next Spring Semester 2007, so take her if you can... she not only makes you want to become an anthropologist, but also her friend! She is an amazing woman and I would recommend her class to anyone, and guarantee that she will enrich your life as a human being on this planet!

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: ANTHRO2SCHOL
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

I cannot say enough about Joan. This was one of the best classes I have ever taken. Extremely interesting topics. Tests are not hard if you study and take good notes. Be sure to attend every class or else you might miss something important. I got an A by following this advice. And FYI, her last semester teaching is Spring ‘07 so enroll now!

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: ANTHRO1
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

With a varied reading list and many personal anecdotes, Dr. Barker's class was always engaging and fun. Tests are relatively easy given that they are primarily multiple choice and fill in the blank. Additionally, Barker alerts students to possible examn contents during lecture as well as spending ample time on review.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: ANTHRO2
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

I LOVED BARKER! Tests are hard yes but she has a lot of info to cover. Lots of reading yes, but nothing you wouldnt do in other classes. Funny teacher. And interesting topics. TAKE HER!

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: CULTANTHRO2
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

She is a very intelligent and interesting professor and her lectures are interesting too, but she is very biased and only imparts her views on things rather than giving the whole picture. The exams are very difficult and there is an extreme amount of reading and material that she does not go over in class.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: ANTHRO1
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

She enjoys the sound of her own voice. Lectures are filled with copious examples that make it difficult to get her point. Her tests are very, very, very difficult. Excessive reading assignments. Not an easy class, but if you pay attention and do the readings you can get an A. Do not try to take her tests without doing the reading.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: CULTURALANTHRO
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Awesome lady. Difficult, yes, and will sometimes go overtime and make you late to your next class, but worth it because she's the wise, funny grandmother you wish you'd had. One of the most broad-minded teachers I've ever met; will teach you a lot about what a narrow box we live in.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: ANTHRO2
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

She is a really good teacher...but her tests are too hard..if your English is not good, don't take this class...since you have to take notes all the times...

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: CULTURALANTHRO
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

One of the three best teachers I've had in my whole life. She so interesting, I felt like class was storytime in kindergarden. She is challenging and to do well, you have to learn the material. Take ALL the classes she teaches if you can get in. The African Culture class was brilliant. I love her.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: CULTURALANTHRO
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Best teacher in the whole world

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: ANTRHO2
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

WOW! What an amazing and inspiring woman! So open minded and experienced in her field. TONS of reading, BUT excellent books you can't put down! All her tests are essays, which is excellent for people interested in anthropology! I got a freakin A!

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: ANTHRO2
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Don't believe the lies; the only reason to take this class, outside of IGETC, is to guarantee admissions to USC. That decision is up to you. UCLA used to have her as a professor, and she claims she hasn't change the course since. Yet, UCLA is tougher to get into, so you'll make the right decision

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: ANTHRO2SCHOL
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Joan is wonderful. She's interesting and funny, and what's more she's always ready to help. A genuinely good teacher, and an experienced and dedicated anthropologist. Pay attention during lectures - thorough notes are a must! As for tests, review the textbook readings, but memorize the lecture material! A great class. Definitely recommend.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: ANTHROPOLOGY2
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

For students with learning disability or non anthropology major. She is a great Professor but her midterm took two classes and her final were 19 pages long and a lot of reading. Also her is very helpful but think about before taking this class.