Linda Hurkmans - De Anza College

Professor: Linda Hurkmans

Department: TBD

College: De Anza College

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: PSYCH14
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

There's tests every week from the online textbook, which is pretty time consuming. The reading is kind of boring and long, so be aware of that. There are also three essays, but the topics aren't too hard. The professor however never replies to emails, and I still don't know my grade for my essays.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: PSYC14
• Grade Received: WD
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Started off alright but as the quarter progressed you can really feel the lack of care this prof possesses. She is uninvolved, detached, and does not truly care about her students. Also beware of hidden assignments. Make sure you scour through canvas to find every assignment because only revel work will be listed.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: PSYC004
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Took her online class. Pretty simple, 1-2 tests a week and no homework. Based out of mypsychlab not catalyst. No complaints except the textbook and program code was pricey. $$$

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: PSYCH4
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: No
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

This is a good course to take for an easy A and GE credits if you are someone that likes online classes and has good time management skills. There are basically 1 or 2 tests a week on each chapter from mypsychlab, straight from the text, 25 questions each. This is a purely self taught class, and Hurkmans only posts reminders here and there.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: PSYC014
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

• For Credit: No
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

She is very clear on what she wants. 2 test every week. The other assignments are to help you prepare for the test. Just need to pass the test with a 70% and above and you will receive an A.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: PSYC14
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Clear syllabus, graded out of a few assignments (2 tests/week), super understanding - let me use other assignments to make up 2 tests I missed even though her policy is no make-ups. Responded quickly to emails, and very personable. MyPsychLab works looks like a lot, but her class is graded only on tests, so don't miss those - they're important!

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: PSYC004
• Grade Received: 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 took her class online. Everything (courses and exams) is on "MyPsychLab". There is an exam each week about 1 or 2 chapters of the book. This is very clear with a lot to do. Mrs Hurkmans is completely absent online. She never answered my emails, so don't expect her help. Be careful when you take the exam because when you click, you have to do it.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: PSYC004
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

super easy!!!!! EASY A!!! all the exams are open book.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: PSYC14
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

This was the easiest class I have ever took. U have to pay additional for her development lab which is stupid. Every chapter, you have to take the chapter exam by the deadline and u have to get above 70 to get the full points. You can go in your own pace and it is definitely a flexible class.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: PSYCH1
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

The online psych 1 class is awesome! She uses mypsychlab and we just have to complete 13 tests throughout the quarter. We have 1 test each week. Its super easy, its basically open note and you have to at least get a 70% to pass it. The tests are easy, 25 multiple choice questions. Turn tests in on time though otherwise its a 0. SUPER EASY!

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: PSYC4
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

never reply emails. her syllabus is also not clear on how exams marks are recorded.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: PSYCH4
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Take this class during the summer! There were no essays. All you had to do was take one test every week and score at least 70%. Download the book online and it'll make taking the tests A LOT easier. VERY interesting class!

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: PSYCH1
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Took her online class and it was the easiest class i've ever taken. The only thing required is a weekly exam which consists of 25 questions. Its basically open book so you can just skim through the book for the answers. Either than that, there isn't any EC. Make sure you take the exams by the deadline and you'll receive an easy A

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: PSYC4
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

1 or 2 exams a week. Score at least 70% and you get the full 10 pts. 15 exams, 10 pts each, easy 150 points. 2 essays, 50 pts each. That's basically it, its pretty easy if you keep up with the work.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: PSYCH4
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Online course is simple. Just 2 essays and 1 or 2 quizzes a week that are 25 multiple choice questions. However, she took a VERY long time returning the essays. I sent her an email asking about my grade and it took over a week for her to respond. A lot of discipline is required to keep up with the readings. Was a very interesting course though.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: PSYC4
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Very helpful, and caring Prof. Hurkmans is a great teacher. You are graded solely on 5 exams, and 2 projects, which are written assignments. I enjoyed the course very much, the course will be easy if you read and follow instructions carefully.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: PSYC01
• 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:

I took Linda Hurkmans for Developmental Aspects of Psychology. Her lectures are straight forward, and she tells you exactly what is going to be on the tests. Her tests are straight from the lectures so attend class. Easy class, just need to study a little. You'll be fine. She is very knowledgable and available for help. Awesome teacher learnedalot

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: PSYC04
• 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:

She is a fast grader and very responsive, which is rare for an online class. Just watch the videos and skim through the chapters before you take the tests so you don't run out of time searching for answers. Online classes are often hit-or-miss, but I've learned so much more in this class than I've learned from many on campus psych lectures.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: PSYC4
• 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:

Teacher claims that curve "helps" students, but she moves up the curve which screws you over if you miss any questions. Teacher does not know how curves work. Tests are extremely hard, do not take this class unless you have a lot of time to devote to this class. Avoid the online class if you can.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: PSYC1
• 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:

Very interesting teacher, extremely knowledgeable. Her tests aren't easy, you will have to study hard to do well in her classes.