Debora Paterniti - University of California Davis, Davis, CA

Professor: Debora Paterniti

Department: Sociology

College: University of California Davis, Davis, CA

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: SOC195
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Paterniti is a very good educator. She really makes you feel like an individual in a sea of students. She takes the time to get to know you and is happy to help with whatever questions you may have. Her class is somewhat difficult. Expect to read a lot and participate in class.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: SOC46A
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I've never seen a professor who teaches with her heart more than Prof. Paterniti. Not only does she teach social research methods, but also mindfulness which actually improved my quality of life. An amazing professor! Do the readings and really focus on those study guides, and you'll do great!

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: SOCI300
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I took her at SSU and she really is one of the best professors that I have had. She is a little tough but teaches you everything you need to learn. She gives you a study guide that she makes the test from. You can tell that she really loves teaching this subject and I would defiantly take another class from her she is a great professor.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: SOCI300
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

I took Debora at Sonoma State for research methods by chance and it was the best thing that could have ever happened to me! She is so amazing, really helps you, and basically gives you the test to study! I mean there is no excuse not to pass! Love her! Take her class, so easy and informative

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: SOCI300
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I took her class at sonoma state and she is so so great! she really tries to know you individually. I would totally recommend her t anybody taking any sociology classes. she is amazing!

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: SOC185
• 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:

Hands down the best professor at UCD. This class is not an easy class but she's such an amazing professor that I really enjoyed working hard for my grade. TAKE HER. She changed my life.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: SOC46A
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Paterniti was awesome! She is extremely helpful, passionate & knowledgable about the subject! The wonderful incorporation of Winnie the Pooh for lectures were refreshing & sweet! Her bowl meditation exercise before testing to help calm us was awesome & helpful! My interest level before attending was 0, & I left LOVING the subject b/c of her!

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: SOC46A
• 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:

A wonderful professor! She is very clear during her lectures and kept them interesting. Also, the tests are very fair. She gives a study guide for each one and all the short answer and essay questions come straight from them. Run your study guide answers by her or the TA if in doubt and you will do great on every test.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: SOC46A
• 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:

The Pros: Very nice teacher. She is funny and approachable. She is willing to help and wants to be the best teacher she can. The Cons: Tests are graded very harshly, multiple choice is random, there are 2-3 short answers, 1 essay question. Tests are cumulative. Material seems easy but then the teacher expects so much out your test answers.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: SOC46A
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Prof. Paterniti is a great professor! I rarely use this site but had to because she is fantastic. She is very clear and great in office hours. The assignments and tests are difficult just because of the grading and specificity and the doth of the material. If this is a required class, I'd recommend Paterniti!

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: SOC195
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Deb Paterniti is the best professor, hands down, that I have encountered in the department. She is very well read, very open minded, gets the hardest material accross in a very clear manner. She is also very dedicated to her students, is willing to work with you, and is so encouraging of students, both with class material and other stuff. RECOMMEND

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: SOC46A
• 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:

AMAZING professor, she is clear, utilizes slideshows that clearly reflect what she is talking about, she WANTS you to have a good grade and makes it hard not to achieve that, tests are fair and refect exactly what she has taught through lecture and what you learned in the book, I like that she takes the time to remember her student's na

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: SOC195
• 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:

Debora is a GREAT professor. Kept the class engaged throughout the whole quarter. Was very personal and knew most people by first names. Even gave us a hug at the end of the quarter. She made things really easy to understand and was also very flexible. RECOMMENDED!

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: SOC46
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Great professor! I found her lectures very interesting, she has such a great personality and enthusiasm. She is one of the most approachable teachers I've had so definitely take that into advantage. She has great examples and knows her stuff very well! Overall amazing teacher!

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: SOC195
• 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:

Very nice professor. She's also approachable, so go to her office hours. She is very clear and gives you a study guide. Go to class and take notes, you'll do fine

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: SOC46A
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Very accessible and attentive to students needs. Lectures are always interesting. She really rocks!

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: SOC154
• 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:

Debora was easily one of the best professors I've ever had at UCD. She knows the material inside and out and her lectures definitely reflect that. Her class wasn't easy, there was a lot of reading and writing, but if you can stick with it it's definitely worth it. She really makes the effort to help you and wants you to do well in her class.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: SOC154
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Debora is the best professor I have had here at Davis, and she made this one of the best courses I've taken. She knows what she's talking about, and she loves to share it. Also, she's very supportive and really cares about how you do. Take it!!

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: 46B
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Paterniti rocks! She is so clear and makes me love methods! Take this course with Deborah!

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: SOCIOLOGY46A
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Clearly, the woman has a clear grasp on the material - extremely intelligent and learned. HOWEVER, as a teacher, I - personally - would have to say that this class with this professor is the worst possible course I've ever taken. COMPLETE waste of my time - and I'm a graduating senior - I KNOW.