Kathy Ames - Illinois Central College

Professor: Kathy Ames

Department: TBD

College: Illinois Central College

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: BIO205
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Be ready to self-teach. Print her power points, take notes, and then read the entire book and you'll be fine, but don't count on getting much from lecture. She spends a lot of time on 1 thing and glosses over other important areas. Cancels class more frequently than most and then rushes a section or 2 to catch up.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: BIO205
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Had Prof. Ames for Bio 205 in a minimester. For how much was crammed into each lecture, I think she did a fantastic job and I was able to absorb what she taught.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: BIO206
• Grade Received: C
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Prof. Ames is very knowledgeable about this subject. She is a very good teacher; however, her teaching style just didn't click with me. She has you print off her powerpoints to follow along but she would often times go through the material way too fast. You have to study a LOT on your own to pass this class, but it's doable

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: BIO205
• Grade Received: B-
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

This class is lecture heavy, lots of material. Print off & study the powerpoint notes off of Blackboard. She explains concepts so you can understand them. Write down what she's writes on the board. Self study is major if you want to pass. you will have one make up test & your lowest quiz score will be dropped.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: BIO205
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

She was a very good teacher for our class. She gave everyone the same chance and was very respectful and kind to students. Although, as good of a teacher as she was, I would prefer not to take her again only because her teaching style did not click with me. That being said, a ton of people like her teaching style and I liked as a person very much.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: BIO206
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Made sure to get into her lecture for 206 because of how great she was in 205! Although the class covers a lot of material, Mrs. Ames explains the information well and give many opportunities for points other than exams. Gives lots of helpful handouts and worksheets. Great at making sure students thoroughly understand.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: BIO205
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Loved Mrs. Ames! I made sure to get into her lecture for both 205 and 206. Very organized, always stayed on schedule, got graded work back to students quickly, and was very helpful and approachable. There are a lot of opportunities to earn points besides exams. She knows what she is talking about and is great at explaining difficult concepts.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: BIO205
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Prof. Ames is a hard teacher, however she is very helpful if you go to her. Make sure to read the book and take really good notes, and draw her drawings! She has great analogies that help you understand the material better. If I had to retake it I would retake it with her.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: BIO205
• Grade Received: C
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I have always had an interest in learning about human anatomy, but this class was so difficult it made me want to rethink my career choice. Prof Ames is VERY knowledgeable in this area and wants everyone to know as much as possible. However, if you don't have an honest interest in healthcare, then I wouldn't recommend this class. It's very hard.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: BIO205
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I had her for BIO205 and I loved the class. Her lectures are very interesting with a lot of analogies and what not. If you don't take extra notes or miss class you probably won't pass. She makes you work for your grade, but it's healthcare and it isn't easy. If I had to retake the class I definitely would pick her!

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: BIO205
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I had her for Bio 205 this passed spring. She is a hard teacher, but that is because she wants you to know the material since most people taking this class are going into the health care field. If I had to retake the class, I would definitely take her again. If you skip class, you won't pass.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: BIOL205
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

She is a good teacher, but she expects a lot. Her notes are power point slides and she does her best to draw analogies to help you remember the information. She is strict but still fair. She expects a lot, but she gives credit where it's deserved.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: BIOL205
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

This class is tough and there is a lot of material that has to be covered. I think that she did a great job presenting materials and giving examples and ways to help you remember things. She also held extra study group times for people that were having a hard time with the material. Be prepared and do the work and you will do great in this class.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: BIOL205
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

This class was more difficult than I anticipated it would be. I found reading the textbook to be of no help, but instead suggest finding a comparable chapter in the lab book. Really utilize all other resources as well such as powerpoints, worksheets, study sessions, Master A&P quizzes and tests, etc. Possible to do well, but will take effort.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: BIO205
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I'm currently in BIO 206 and I'm sad she isn't teaching it this semester, I would have taken her again. If you have the opportunity, take her! She's the best in my opinion. Yes, of course this class is hard, and it covers A LOT, expect that. If you can't handle it don't take it, that being said, she taught it very well and I'm so happy with my B!

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: BIO145
• 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:

Mrs. Aimes speaks so fast that you cannot hardly comprehend what she is saying & she gets upset if you ask her to repeat or slow down. When asked what main focus points to know for exams her answer, Everything. Well thant's not helpful & who really know's Everything?

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: BIO146
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Took 145 with her as well. She is the greatest professor I have had. Made it easy to understand such hard concepts. Recommend her to anyone. She is so helpful. The key is to constantly study. If you work hard and study a lot, it will pay off.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: BIOL145
• 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:

She is a really good teacher! She knows her stuff and can break it down very well. Keep up and stay in contact with her if you are not in class. RECOMMEND HER TO ANYONE AND EVERYONE. Subject may be tough but with a good teacher like her it is easier.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: BIO145
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

She is a great teacher. The class is only hard if you don't study. She tells you exactly what will be on it, but it is up to you to study. If you follow her suggestions, you should do fine. DO NOT FALL BEHIND. It is rather hard to make up lost time.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: BIO145
• 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 A WONDERFUL TEACHER I HIGHLY RECOMMEND HER!!! I had her for 145 and wish I could've got her for 146. She makes an extremely difficult subject so much easier. She goes into great detail to help you understant the subject. I would recommend her over any of the other professors that teach BIO 145 and 146