Elizabeth Hotaling - Rutgers - State University of New Jersey, Newark, NJ

Professor: Elizabeth Hotaling

Department: Science

College: Rutgers - State University of New Jersey, Newark, NJ

Rating # 1

Overview:

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

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

Comment:

3 exams, none dropped. Attendance not necessary but I highly recommend you go as she changes the material slightly every year. Exams have some open ended questions, and the multiple choice can be tricky

Rating # 2

Overview:

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

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

Comment:

Take good notes record lecture ..the exams are from the notes. If you understand the topics and take good notes you're guaranteed an A

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: FIELDECO
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Had her for field ecology and this is the easiest biology class I've ever taken. In class its had to understand what she's talking about but if you go to her in person-she's an encyclopedia of bio.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: COMPANAT
• 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: N/A

Comment:

I have her for both CVA & Mammalian Physiology this semester. Yes: her voice is monotone, notes are old-school (hand written, "oh no")/can get messy & exams may be difficult. HOWEVER she's hands down my absolute favorite professor. She's hilarious - her humor is dry & sarcastic. If you get confused, go to her- she'll be more than happy to clarify.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: BIO101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Her exams are straight from the notes so if you're aren't good at taking them it's best that you bring a voice recorder. She can be a bit messy with her notes as if she's confused herself and it can get really irritating.

Rating # 6

Overview:

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

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

Comment:

could this class be more boring? i dont think so. she doesnt explain anything very well...just draws squiggly pictures on board. ever heard of handouts? text and lab manual are outdated.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: BIO101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

She was boring and made her exam somewhat difficult. Her lectures are so difficult to sit through because of her monotone voice but she did explain everything well despite straying away from the topics at time.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: COMPANAT
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

There is some truth to the review below. Her voice can be monotone but she has her funny moments where she starts mimicking animals. The asking questions part is untrue, I have asked her numerous questions in and out of class and she always answered without any condescending remarks, sometimes saying that's a good question. It's an easy class

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: BIO101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.5
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

she sucks at lecturing but if u just go to class try to copy everything she writes and says, the test was easy..its a really boring class though, but an easy A

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: BIO101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Had here for the last section of bio 101. Go to class, copy down everything she writes and says. That's it. Study before the exam and you're good. I studied for 3 hours and got an A+ on her exam. She get's angry at questions so don't ask unless it's important.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: BIO285
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

At first she seems stern but she is really warm and funny. You should definitely attend class. Exams are based from her lectures. You can do without the book but it's helpful at times just for clarification. It's not a hard class but you have to study a lot. Buy colored pencils/pen, they'll come in handy. Really great professor!!

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: BIO101
• 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:

im an NJIT student majoring in bio, and she is one of the greatest professors ever.... just take notes and study straight from them, and you will be fine.... she is great.... "What makes great sex?"......MEIOSIS.....

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: BIO101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

No book use and tries to be clear on what she teaches. Doesn't play catch up when class is cancelled. Tests ONLY what she lectures. Make flash cards and you're in the clear. If you take good notes and just write down what she says, there is no reason how you can get worse than a B. People who get lower grades just don't study. I got an easy A

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: BIO101
• 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:

OMG the worst prof ever. nothing on the exam is in your notes or the book. she is the weirdest prof ive ever had, save yourself the trouble and dont take her. I heard just take notes and youll pass i did this and fluunked the first exam!!!

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: BIO101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

just read her notes, thats it, how much more do you need to here from me. READ HER NOTES, TAKES NOTES, AND LISTEN IN CLASS..and also try to say good morning to her all the time. however, do not ask questions. she will hit you with an attitude you will not believe

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: MAMMPHYS
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

OMG she is the worst professor I have ever had. She might be good in gen bio like these people said.. but I took her for mammalian physiology in the summer and she is very random, unorganized and gives tricky exams

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: BIOBIOL
• 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:

horrible, she takes a fun subject and makes it excruciatingly dull. puts stuff on the exam that no one remembers her talking about and is not in the textbook. gives u an attitude if u ask a question and just confuses u more. lab sucks too, its too hard, this course should count for at least 6 credits

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: BIO101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

I have had her for both bio 101/102 and she is great! go to class, copy the notes and your fine. Book is helpful just to clarify things but all of her exams are straight from her notes!

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: BIO101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

If your good at going to class and taking notes youll get an A. Strait forward and has a sence of humor. I learned alot, she's encouraging

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: BIO352
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Make sure you get all the lecture note clear and neat. No curve. All exams are straight out from her note so be aware.