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Professor clearly is knowledgeable/passionate about what she teaches. I thought that the exams were difficult because it was often pick the "best" answer, and multiple answers could be true or applicable, and she also used "which is NOT..." questions a lot, but the exams tested us on the material accurately. Several articles + textbook to read.Rate My Professors ↗
I really enjoyed this course! Exams were challenging but manageable if you study. All lectures were posted online but attendance is required during discussion. Assignments consisted of discussion posts/readings, exams and a final exam, and two papers. Papers are graded harshly, but fairly. It was a very interesting course! Would recommend.Rate My Professors ↗
Prof Alibali was soooo lovely and clearly cares about her work. The lectures had good info and were clearly organized. Exams are low-key super tough so be prepared for that. 2 papers aren't bad and she gives good instruction. Overall super nice + interesting material, just slightly tough exam Qs that can be trickyRate My Professors ↗
Martha was the best professor ever!Rate My Professors ↗
Ok professor, if you do poorly on the tests but show up to the labs and do well on the papers you should do decent in this class.Rate My Professors ↗
Professor Alibali really cared about her students actually learning the material, which is a refreshing attitude compared to some other professors at UW. The exams we're too difficult if you go to class.Rate My Professors ↗
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