Judith Storniolo

School: Drexel University
Department: Anthropology
Location:Philadelphia, PA
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 Pros: Very knowledgable
Cons: None
What an amazing lady, and what knowledge. You just want to go to her class to learn! She shares her experiences from her research in other countries, and you learn so much from the stories. I wish to take another course with her. Great respect.
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 Pros: This is the "easiest" easy A+ class I have ever taken
Extremely light workloads
She is a very nice person
Cons: None
Come on guys, Judith already cancelled her tests/quizzes/book reports (at least for the 2013 fall term), and there were only three things counted for our grade: 1. attendance, 2.weekly discussion post, and 3. group final presentation. If you would not get an A/A+ from her class, there would be now way for you to survive from Drexel (just joking).
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 Pros: Genuinely educational
Discussion posts are easy, if you read the material
The assignments are almost entirely shown right at the start of the class, so you can work on them when you want
Very forgiving of absences, if you talk with her about your reasons. It doesn't have to be anything dramatic - if you're on top of the material, she'll be fine with you skipping class to have fun.
Cons: Often cancels class unexpectedly, on short notice - can be a hassle for commuters.
Group projects
Readings can be dry
She's a genuinely interesting character. It seems as though she's genuinely open to the idea that magic may be real, while at the same time, she's incredibly shrewd and skeptical of poorly disciplined archaeological work. If you take a class with her, I think you'll be glad just to have met her.
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 Pros: Class gets cancelled
Easy grader
Makes the topics interesting
Cons: None
By homework, I mean there's a discussion post once a week that you post online. These are graded easy. And by project, I mean there's one final essay at the end of the term, which was also not graded hard. The midterm exam is pretty straight forward. Attendance is required, but if you send her an e-mail explaining why you were absent (vacation, illness, etc.) she doesn't take off points for absences. She cancels class sometimes (class was cancelled five times during the term) which can be a nice break. And honestly she really does make the subject interesting to learn about. Overall I'd really recommend this class and her as a teacher.
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 Pros: No tests/quizzes
Easy Assignments
Interesting Material
Cons: None
By far one of the most laid-back classes I've had at Drexel and I was able to retain some useful information in the process. Class was boring at times, but also was really interesting at times as well. Discussion Posts every week and one small book report and final presentation. Easy A
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 This turned out to be a pretty nice class to take. The grade came from one exam, weekly topic responses (very easy) and attendance - that was it. The exam was a little challenging, but if you've studied very straightforward. She has no problem with everyone doing well in her class; indeed, she wants just that. The material was pretty interesting, perhaps boring at times (probably due to the night class), but you could see how knowledgeable she was on the subject. I have to say some of the comments she made on certain topics didn't sit so well with me, but whatever - she's not offensive or anything. She definitely cares about her students.
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 This is my second term in a row with Judy. Her modern maya class was pretty interesting. There are no exams and she only requires you to answer the discussion topic once a week. There is an end of the term presentation, but that's nothing. The only complaint I had for the class was that it was just too early in the morning, but that's not her fault haha.
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 Pros: Enthusiastic about what she teaches. Brings a lot of real world experience to the classroom so it makes for an interesting lecture. Short reads and films to watch and allows you to provide to discussion threads with your own personal opinion.
Cons: Can't think of any.
Take this course for several reasons: One, you will be entertained by her: Two, you will learn more from this class than from reading a textbook: Three, you will appreciate what you have: Four, She grades based on what you give back to the class.........
I actually rating her on Anthro 101 which was not in the list above.
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 This professor is a combination of interesting lectures and scatterbrained tangents. She is as kind as she is a space-case, but her knowledge and positive attitude diminishes the impact of her semi-frequent "light's on but nobody's home" persona. Grades in her class were based entirely on attendance, participation, a couple short reading/writing assignments, and a final group presentation.
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 Pros: Such an interesting teacher! she gets sick often so she cancels class here and there but is still able to get the information across really well. She is excited about her lecture and is not boring at all.
Cons: she takes attendance every class, so don't miss any because attendance is 25 %
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 Pros: We had one open-notebook exam, and no final. It was so easy. Didn't have to talk much in her class; just listen to her talk. She's really knowledgeable and very passionate about her work. She cancelled class at least three times while I had her (it was great!). Interesting videos. Just do the homework, the project (which is really informal and easy) and you will be set.
Cons: Online posts have to be made every week. Attendance is mandatory -she takes role.
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 Her Intro to Cultural Diversity class was awesome. It may be an easy class but her passion for anthropology is truly inspiring. Taking her class and seeing her excitement about each topic we learned about made me question if I wanted to switch my major over to Anthropology. I think I learned more from her than any other professor this term. I'm taking her Human Past class next term and can't wait to start!
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 Professor Storniolo is a great teacher and very experienced. Her class is pretty easy as long as you do all the readings (which are very interesting), post your comments each week, show up to class and do your final group presentation. Class was fun to go to and you learned many new things every time. And don't forget to participate which will make you stand out. And that's basically all we do in class. She lectures on a certain topic or an article or movie and then she wants to hear from the students.
Some people may think she's a bit negative toward westerners but whatever she says is very true and shouldn't offend anybody. I think most minorities would agree with her and a few of the majority will ever understand.
She cares about students and is a good person.
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 Honestly this is one of the classes you attend because you want to know what happens every class not because you are trying to achieve your attendance and participation grade for the class. Every class she offers an interesting viewpoint to discuss. The class would be better if more ppl would jump out of their shells and participate more so that there could be an open dialogue. She wants to hear your opinions and if they differ from hers she wont just shoot them down like other teachers do. If you take this course becus you have an interest youll enjoy it.
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 She is definitely one of the better teachers I've had at Drexel. She knows what she's talking about, which is rare, and has actually had field experience to back up her lectures. There is only one exam, and if you follow the review sheet she gives you, it's not bad AT ALL. Definitely take her, you learn a lot, and it's a completely chill environment.
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 She's a great prof, but only when she's actually there to teach. I seriously lost count of how many times class was cancelled this quarter. I bought the 3 required texts but I dont remember a day that we actually used them. There's no real structure to the class...One midterm that you can easily ace if you use the study-guide questions. Panel discussions at the end of the term are a minimal hassle and the final is optional if you have an A in the class.
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 VERY nice person with a true passion for what she teaches. This passion is evident when she teaches and makes it much, much easier to learn. I was only taking it to fufill requirements but I learned some fascinating stuff. Shows lots of movies, a few assignments and readings on Web CT and in the book, and a midterm that is ridiculously easy b/c she gives you an on-point study guide that tells you everything you need to know. Also a final group debate project that is actually fun. She's a total sweetheart I can't stress that enough. Cares a lot about students and not a whole lot of work is required to get an A.
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 wonderful teacher. has a true passion for her field that can be rather contagious, having led me to add an anthropology minor. has such a vast knowledge of her field that class never was in the least bit dull, for she has the most rare, often odd, yet so interesting facts. Works with her students, shows concern. Really enjoyed having her as an instructor.
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 She is really passionate about her work. I definitely can say that after taking her class, i walked away with a whole different perspective on life. She really cares about her students and I enjoyed all her lectures. You do have to come to class, but you definitely won't have to drag yourself there-- its kind of interesting once it hits you... plus workload and class is an easy A
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 she teaches a broad subject and she has a passion that makes the class interesting.
she is very helpful and she uses WebCt which makes life real easy.
ask around about her and you will hear only good things.
if you want to talk about the class email me

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