Ever had one of those classes? - 3 Fat Chicks on a Diet Weight Loss Community

Bee20nine · 10-23-2008, 05:15 PM

I just left my information management class and we are learning how to develop databases. Yes I know fun stuff. Its one of those classes that is used as a weeder class for the accounting department and the teacher I have doesn't really give 3 craps if you pass or fail. It has about a 60% fail rate and those that do pass are happy to make a C. I am a repeater and I can't afford to not pass again because I am graduating this semester. I read for today's class, and still sat there most of the class period and pretty much had no clue what the teacher was talking about. I am hoping that it will come easier this weekend, however I have to study for my tax exam and do a multitude of other homework. Ugh just feeling a little overwhelmed, however on a lighter note I know more about my tax stuff than I thought I did. I hate the 2nd half of the semester.

aml · 10-23-2008, 05:20 PM

HA, you have no idea. i feel like i've got about 3 classes like that. and i'm only taking 5. those prove-yourself classes get me every time.

Bee20nine · 10-23-2008, 05:26 PM

I have also had semesters like that, my first year of upper division courses is like that. Thankfully this semester is just one I am just determined not to ever have to spend another dime at the god forsaken university I go to. I hate it, it runs my town and everyone seems to worship at its feet. I wish I didn't have to go here.

aml · 10-23-2008, 05:29 PM

what are you going to have your degree in?

Bee20nine · 10-23-2008, 05:33 PM

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Originally Posted by aml

what are you going to have your degree in?

Accounting with a Logistics collateral (sorta like a minor but not really)

aml · 10-23-2008, 05:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Bee20nine

Accounting with a Logistics collateral (sorta like a minor but not really)

yeah, seems like anyone is any type of school of business has to wade through a lot of bull to get where they're going. maybe it really is good prep...ha.

i'm going for marketing and i have a minor in art/graphic design.

mandalinn82 · 10-23-2008, 08:59 PM

The best way to get a teacher to care if you pass is to convince the teacher that YOU care if you pass.

If you can't figure it out on your own with your studying, email him/her and ask if you can meet for some help on the side, because you're really interested in learning the material and want to make sure you understand.

Once you reach out, teachers are usually more than happy to help, or to point you to others who can help you. There's no shame in asking for help, BTW.

Good luck!

DRose · 10-24-2008, 01:19 AM

Oh yes, I have one similar to that right now. Math, which has always been my best subject so it is really annoying. It is taught by this very arrogant grad student. We asked if we could have a review day, or at least a review sheet for our midterm (which is tomorrow and I'm completely stressed out) and he just flat out said no. BUT he said we'd be welcome to come to this certain building from 6-9 tonight while he's in his chess club meeting to ask some questions. HOWEVER, he was busy so he barely answered any questions. And whenever I go in for help he acts like I'm an idiot for not understanding. GRRRRRRRRRRR. The best part is all he really does is give us different mathematical rules, and explain the proofs. He doesn't give us any examples on how to use the rule in problems we'll be tested on because he says examples are "boring". I could go on and on.. I pretty much already have. He's just soo....

kelli32 · 10-26-2008, 09:01 AM

Bee20nine- I'm actually taking that class right now too. I, luckily, have a pretty decent teacher, we've already finished access and working in the excel solver now, but if there is anything you really need help on or can't fingure out feel free to ask me! My bf is in it too and I had to go step by step for him so I've got practice