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For art or non-majors who need to complete the LPC core curriculum, this is the best option if you want to avoid tougher philosophy or literature classes. Here are the (HUMA 1302) of 3 professor recommendations, from fair to best, based on their policies, syllabi, and overall reviews, so you can complete this credit without dealing with strict exams or heavy workloads.

1. Dr. Katie Lazarowicz (Mountain View)

One of the Best Professors — it is very achievable and relaxed. About 60% of your grade is based on attendance (with up to 3 days of absences), and the rest comes from short journals about events like museum visits or concerts, plus class discussions. Since there are no long MLA essays or complex work, you will only need to show up and participate to give you a very strong chance of earning an A.

2. Dr. Aditi Samarth (In Person & Online)

Great if you want flexibility. Most of the work is project‑based—things like PowerPoints and short explanations about philosophy, literature, and art, plus discussion posts with classmates, which fit common project‑based learning approaches. She focuses on helping you really understand the material and is known for being supportive and fair with grading.

3. Dr. Ryan Johnson (In Person)

This class is great if you like games, comics, and history topics like ancient Egypt and major revolutions. Attendance makes up 60% of your grade, and the instructor allows reasonable device use while keeping projects and the final exam very controllable. If you stay engaged and finish the assignments, you should be able to pass without much trouble.

For STEM, Nursing, or Biology Majors who need the credit for degree requirements, I reviewed each professor’s syllabus, workload, and policies to help you avoid failing or damaging your academic standing at Dallas College. The Biology Department requires proctored exams, either at home or at the testing center, to protect academic integrity. That means you need to be prepared for heavy lectures, a lot of studying, and exams covering topics like bacteria and cell biology in BIOL 1406 and 1407.

1. Adele Null (El Centro)

This is the best “safety net” because it offers the strongest grading “insurance”. While most other professors only allow one dropped grade, if any, this section drops your lowest two lecture exams and your lowest four lab quizzes. That makes it ideal for students who want some protection against a bad day or an emergency without permanently damaging their GPA.

2. David Bautista (Brookhaven)

He is a strong choice if you do not like big finals because it removes a lot of end-of-semester pressure. The final exam is optional and non-cumulative, so if you are satisfied with your grade after the four regular unit tests, you can skip it entirely. If you do decide to take it, the score can replace your lowest regular test grade, turning the final into a low-risk chance to improve your average.

3. Catalina Pineda (North Lake)

She is the best option for students with busy schedules because the lab is 100% online. While most other professors require a mandatory three-hour in-person lab every week, this section has a fully online lab. That lets you complete about 20% of the grade from home, saving commuting time and making it easier to balance school with work or family responsibilities.

4. Harini Bajjuri (Richland)

She ranks fourth for her unique academic support; she is the only teacher who recognizes how difficult it can be to memorize large amounts of biological information. The professor allows students to bring one handwritten index card to every lecture exam and lab quiz. This policy can lower test anxiety by shifting the focus from pure memorization to understanding and applying the material.

5. Yurija Ding (Brookhaven)

This section ranks fifth because it views exams as part of the learning process. With an exam correction policy, students scoring 70% or lower can earn back up to 50% of missed points, allowing them to recover and improve their understanding of the material.

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Do you know what contemporary mathematics is? What is it about and why?

If you didn’t know, you can choose a math pathway that aligns with your major. Math pathways make it easier to take the kind of math that actually fits your field, so fine arts and humanities don’t have to follow the same route as STEM. It makes school feel more practical and less stressful.

It’s divided into five pathways, from Contemporary Math all the way to Calculus. That makes sense because different majors need different kinds of math, so you’re not taking extra classes that don’t really apply to you.

For most non-STEM majors, you only need to complete one approved math course for the core curriculum because the degree is designed around what your field actually needs. Once that requirement is met, you usually do not need another math class unless your major specifically requires it. Once the box is checked, you’re done with the math requirement forever.

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For art majors or anyone just needing credits to graduate, here are my top picks for (ARTS 1312 to 2323) based on checking out every prof’s syllabus and style. You don’t need to be a pro artist or compete. Be creative with your own projects and portfolio—tuition covers supplies, and professors have everything in lockers ready for you. All classes are in person.

1. Cristena Medina (Mountain View)

Best art teacher hands down. She knows her stuff, helps with big art events, and gives you total freedom—use devices, build your own portfolio, whatever. Always there to help, with killer demos using sketches, charcoal, and pastels on huge paper.

2. Lucas Martell (Mountain View)

He’s awesome and does things differently. Bring your own supplies for big/small projects, present at the gallery with classmates, and watch full demos. Leave early for emergencies. Projects are chill: trace circles, sketch bodies, dark textures on 18x24 paper.

3. Erica Stephens (Cedar Valley)

Art majors, you’ll love the freedom—music or lunch in class. Sketch shapes, shadows, pastels; she does quick demos. Most work’s in-class, be on time. Late stuff usually okay (it’s studio art), plus extra credit for solid portfolios.

4. James Behan (Mountain View)

Solid choice—80% projects with creative freedom (figures, objects, sketches). Present to the class, explain your work. Late work cool for a week to catch up. Bonus: music and lunch while doing your work!