Kristen Bothman
Data based on 2 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 2021
I wouldn’t recommend attending her tutorials if you are struggling with the harder questions, not the basics. Her tutorials cover simply the basics, so for the harder questions, just ask a friend or use Google because she won’t help at all. Also, be ready for all combinations of the problems, even some not available on the worksheets. She tends to take combinations of the worksheet problems and switch up stuff to throw stuff you’ve never seen before. Don’t spend too much time on those questions as that can tank your whole test grade. Due to the limited time available and the fast pacing of the test, I got test anxiety a lot over that. Her class is often very hot, mainly for Pre-Calculus. To study for the tests, of course cover all the problems from the test, but you should also try creating your own combinations of problems to improve your skills at unfamiliar problem solving.