Patrizia Di Donato
Data based on 8 reviews.
What kind of test questions does this teacher use most often (choose one):
Multiple ChoiceIs the teacher available for extra help during study halls, lunchtime, before or after school, etc.?
Almost AlwaysThe teacher responds to emails promptly. Do you...
Strongly AgreeThe teacher posts in-class materials online for reference (slides, etc.):
Almost AlwaysThe teacher lets us know at the beginning of the course and along the way how much each part of the class (homework, papers, quizzes and tests) counts towards our total grade:
Strongly AgreeHow much homework does this teacher assign?
Way too muchThe amount of writing required in this class is:
Very HighThe teacher allows us to use technology in class (e.g. laptop, calculator, smart pen, etc.)
Almost AlwaysHow much memorization is required to do well in this teacher’s course?
Very HighWhat advice would you give yourself if you were just starting the class now?
Class of 2026
I had her for intro to psy and her class was super interesting which made me want to learn more. She doesn’t want any electronics in class but if you talk with her she will allow it. She brings up anecdotes which helps understand the concepts better. Throughout the semester you will have 3 test. Make sure to study! Her exams are 50 multiple choice questions (12 of them are from the textbook). Btw you won’t use the textbook in class, only to study for the exam. Take notes!! She posts generic notes but the notes you take in class is what’s gonna help you get good grades. At the end you’ll have to do a LIA (final paper). Honestly if you attend all her classes, stay up to date with studying, and take notes you’ll be fine. Do not skip her classes! (+ she doesn’t give any assignments)
Class of 2026
Make sure you read the textbook as questions from there will be test questions even if they were not covered in class
Class of 2024
I had her in intro to psych last semester and can confirm that her class was my favourite. If you show up to every class and pay attention you will be more than good. But very important to read the textbook for the exams too. Teacher is an amazing person with the best examples and the funniest stories. Whenever you ask her a question, she will find 10 different ways to reexplain it again and makes sure you understand. Best psychology teacher
Class of -1
Her Sexuality and Relationships class was alright tbh. She made things more awkward than it was. Didn't need to attend her class cause she posted the materials online. Some questions were easy. But she makes mistakes on the corrected quiz - so make sure its well corrected.
Additional Comments
Class of 2026
Super sweet and nice teacher, she has great examples and uses many to make sure you understand. Tends to go a little off topic but goes back on topic quickly, really cares about her students and engages with them. Her exams are only multiple choice so go to class and review her notes posted online and you will be fine (took her for intro to psych in fall 2024)
Class of 2022
The teacher was not great with time management and as such she often had to postpone exams because she spent too much time talking and trying to illustrate with examples for every part of the notes. Her examples are helpful because they help solidify ideas, but become very time consuming. Other than this, the quality of her class was excellent.