I took this class as an easy A and I can confidently say that the only reason I passed with an A was because the tests were online. The lecture material is a bit droning, but you have to pay attention for the lecture quizzes due each day (these are not graded for completion but rather for accuracy which sucks). The midterm and final were extremely difficult, and again, if I would have taken them in person then I do not think any amount of studying could have gotten me an A. The project was kind of easy but just a lot of work and very tedious. The prof and my TA (Ingrid Cely) were really great at responding to questions or concerns you might have, but other than that, I would not classify this as an easy A.

This was not...an easy GE. Especially if you're a non-stem major I think. Both midterm and final were closed-book in-person. I still liked this class but can't deny that you do have to study hard for it.

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take this class if you like iclicker that doesn't work and in person responds exam from a bozo

If you're looking for an easy GE this isn't the one. Earlier reviews state how the class was relatively easy, however now all the tests and quizzes are online with lockdown browser. While the lectures are pretty interesting the tests are not like the lectures. Even if you read the book, which cost $70 btw, it will only minimally help you on the tests. He words the questions very strangely, like he's trying to trick you on purpose. This is worsened by the fact that some of the questions were neither mention in class nor in the book. His tests are unfair and unreasonably difficult. How were we supposed to know the answer?? I don't know. Overall, the class isn't terrible because there is no homework and only one project, but if you are really stressed about you gpa do not take this class.

The workload is great but the exams are much harder than expected.

Honestly, this class isn't a "free A" GE from my experience. It looks like from the previous quarters that this class used to be open textbook for tests, quizzes, etc., but during this specific quarter everything was closed textbook and taken on lockdown browser. Like some of the other reviewers mention, you definitely need to work to get the grade you want. The lectures are fun and engaging, but the assessments (specifically the midterm and final) are slightly difficult. The phrasing of questions are overall strange and it's especially evident when it's true/false. Each question was worth 3 points, so if you missed 3-4 you'd lose a whole letter grade. The final project isn't that bad as it's a lot of writing and you have a lot of time -- just don't slack off. Final note: buy the course reader. I didn't buy the course reader as many people said it wasn't necessary but I ended up bombing the first lecture quiz cause there were questions from the course reader. If you don't, I still think you can end the class with an A-. Overall, an interesting GE and I'd probably take it again.

All exams are online with lockdown browser. Useful information that was very helpful for the gym and overall fitness. An alright class and a mid GE.

I actually really liked the class content of 7C, and it spiked my interest in phy sci. Dr. Esdin is really nice, and he gives great lectures, as they were clear and understandable. The class itself, however, is very difficult, but it is still very doable if you put a lot of work into it.

You should attend problem solving sessions because they are amazing and you must attend these because of how helpful they are to understanding class material, since they provide you to have almost one-on-one time with TAs and LAs.

As with all of the LS7 series, there is a LOT of work, and in fact LS7C has the most homework of all of 7 series classes. PCRQs have 20 questions each, which is time consuming, but reading guides and PEQs/PALS are more or less the same. In my experience, I learned that taking notes on the textbook is not helpful enough for the amount of time spent, but I feel like the textbook is still important to read, so I ended up listening to the audio feature of the textbook.

The exams are VERY challenging and a lot of time is required to study so do not procrastinate!! 99% of the exam questions are true or false questions, which drastically increases the difficulty, and the wording of the questions can also be confusing. Unfortunately, there were no practice exams given to us at all, so the best ways to study for me were to review the diagrams we had covered, review PEQ/PALs, do problem solving session worksheets, and try to make up your own practice questions. Content review is important, but it is equally if not more important to try to practice doing questions. You may not do so well on the first exam, but after experiencing it, you'll have a better idea of how the exams are composed and the strategy for studying and approaching exam questions.

One last thing is the unfortunately, iClickers are graded on correctness (😭), so make sure to pay extra attention in class. There are some extra credit opportunities, like mid-quarter and end of quarter surveys and Campuswire participation, so make sure to take advantage of those because they actually can make a difference in your final grade,

This class was very practical and interesting, especially if you go to the gym because you learn about optimal exercise, but the exams are incredibly difficult. I studied for the final by making flash cards of the textbook and lecture notes WORD for WORD but i still got a 67% on the final. The questions are too specific in the sense that it's impossible to memorize enough to do well. Nevertheless, the professor is funny and very engaging, and the content is so useful and life-changing, so if you're willing to put in the work, this class will be very enjoyable.