Mellisa Gibbs - Stetson University, Deland, FL

Professor: Mellisa Gibbs

Department: Biology

College: Stetson University, Deland, FL

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: BIO141
• Grade Received: C-
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Horrible Teacher for a horrible class. Didnt learn a single thing from her yet she lectures a lot and group work. Hardest class by far

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: BIO141
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Group work is a big thing with her. If you are somebody who knows biology I don't recommend this class. Since groupwork weights more than tests, so you might do well on tests but the groupwork can cause your grade to suffer. Groupwork is structured so that the person who does not know bio and someone who does still ends up with the same grades.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: BIO101
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Liked the class, hated being in groups. Would have done better without the group. If you've taken Biology before, this is more of a refresher course.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: BIOL 141P
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Not sure why everyone complains about Gibbs, she's great! Those who say she is hard are people who did not take time to read the textbook outside of class. In class you mainly just do group work so you basically some what teach yourself. Honestly its not that hard and she is really into biology. She is always there for you too!

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: EVERYTHING
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Gibbs is very passionate about biology and specifically marine biology. With this being said, she doesn't like people who don't take her passion seriously. You need to prove yourself. Do research for her, study for her tests, do the homeclasswork, ask her for help . . . . show her that you care!! THAT is how you will get the most out of her.

Rating # 6

Overview:

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

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

Comment:

Hands down one of the worst classes to ever have to take. If you have dreams of being a real scientist, this class will crush you - I can't come to terms with being taught by a scientistdoctor has no concern about whether you learn or not. I am considering changing my major because I realize the science dept. is just "fake it till you make it."

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: INTROBIOII
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

If you are the type of student who loves homework and group projects than this is the class for you. I however, hate homework and group projects. The exams only counted for ten percent of the final grade. This class is run like high school; your grade is determined by countless bogus assignments. This is not a college course stay away.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: BIO306
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Love Dr Gibbs. She prescribes an intense amount if EASY homework w/Algebra. Think deeply about marine ecosystems, google answers and you will do fine. Bring respect- leave your attitude at home & come to class. This lady is implementing real life oceanography & appreciating it is a flextion in ur grade. I loved her & her teaching. She's hard core.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: BIOL101A
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Difficult class. Really makes you think. She teaches better to Marine Biology majors rather than non-major courses. Lab is interesting but gets repetitive and is a hassle to drive out every week. Very shy individual.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: BIOL313
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Gibbs is a terrible teacher. Her slides are random and confussing, often drawn word for word from one source. Her monotonous, useless lectures are made worse by the content of her tests and unfairness of her grading. I would absolutely advise anyone not majoring in the natural sciences to STEER CLEAR of Dr. Gibbs classes.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: MBIO201
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Had her for Marine, I was going to study Marine biology until i met her, terrible teacher, terrible attitude, only good part was instead of lab, we just went to place with water... Shes terrible though, avoid if possible

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: BIO313
• 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:

Dr. Gibbs is a good teacher who knows her stuff. Yes, she can be a bit picky and is a bit tough, but it makes you a better student and helps you learn and understand the material that much more. This class (oceanography)was fun and interesting. Awesome field trips and easy assignments. Need to know lot of info for exam but turned out quite easy. =)

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: BIO102
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Very interesting class!

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: BY102
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

If you're looking for an easy A, this class and this professor are not for you. But if you're looking to REALLY learn about Biology then take Dr. Gibbs. She knows her stuff and presents it clearly. She fully prepares you for every test and quiz. But you MUST read and study and put in the time and effort to earn your grade. I would take her again.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: BIO102
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

The issue that I have with Dr. Gibbs is not that the class isnt an easy A, but she is disrespectful towards her students. Any time I went to her office to ask a question, she belittled me and made me feel stupid. I had little experience with MS Excel,especially when it comes to statistics, and she always made it sound like I was bothering her.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: BY102
• 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:

The class wasn't an easy A. But no science classes are. Shes a specific grader but I feel she prepares you for every test and quiz. And if you dont do well its because you didnt put in the effort. I got an A in the class, and I would love to take another class with her.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: BY101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

She is the nicest teacher but is very nit picky. need to be VERY specific on quizes and test!if your having trouble talk to her she'll help as best she can and read the chapters it helps!

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: BY101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

I HATE this class!!.. I have taken about 9 different sciences classes and passed with A's.. this class for some strange reason is a different story.. She an extremely picky grader.. she takes off points for not mentioning one word.. I dont think anyone in my class has ever gotten a high A on a quiz.. it's almost impossible to get an A in this class

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: BY101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Gibbs lectures can be boring sometimes, especially at 9:00am. She is a very nit-picky grader, so you have to know specifics for the tests and quizzes. As long as you attend lecture and complete her study guides, you should be ok.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: BY102
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

You don't have to open the book and you can still get a good grade. If you're not interested in Bio I can see how it woul be boring, but for me personally it is quite interesting. She does very abbreviated notes, but explains everything fully in discussion. The chapter objectives are extremely helpful for the test. She's a tough grader though.