3.9

Alan Spindler

Biology - Eastern Florida State College - Melbourne Campus

3.9
Quality
3.4
Difficulty
58%
Would Retake
117
Reviews
3.9
Quality
3.4
Difficulty
3.9
Helpful
3.9
Clarity

58%

Would Retake

117

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What Students Say

I prayed daily to get stuck on a bus that was set on fire and driven off into a cliff of hot lava to avoid going to the class

BSCC2094 - 1.0 rating

Be prepared to study - a lot

BSCC2093AP1 - 4.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

92%

Textbook Required

58%

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A+: 19
A: 16
B: 7
Not sure yet: 4
Common Tags
Skip class? You won't pass. (14)
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES (12)
EXTRA CREDIT (10)
Get ready to read (7)
Tough grader (7)
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Amazing lectures (6)
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Reviews (117)
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AP
Jul 18, 2004

Must take him an easy A. He doesn't care if you are there. I only opened the book once. He gives great notes.

5.0
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API
Dec 11, 2004

Dr. Spindler is awesome. He dedicated to the student understanding anatomy in a way that they will understand and use. He is interested in his students succeeding and a great advocate. Take to not only learn the subject but to get great information on all health related fields.

5.0
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ANATOMYPHYSIOL
Feb 17, 2005

Dr. Spindler is an excellent instructor! Not only does he explain everything clearly but he makes it interesting at the same time. Make sure you STUDY the Lecture Notes!! :)

5.0
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AP1
Apr 3, 2005

all lectures are clinically based. perfect instructor for nursing students, or other health professions. takes time to put in "layman's terms." very strict, intelligent, funny, and professional. cares for his students and their education!!

5.0
2.0
AP12
May 6, 2005

Ok heres the low down doods and doodettes, I took A&P 1 with Dr. Spindler and enjoyed the class so much that I re-signed for A&P 2 as soon as I could. My only regret is that he is not teaching Micro next semester. If you need A&P he's the guy to take. Yes you need to study, but he makes it enjoyable

5.0
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AP1AND2
Jul 19, 2005

If you try hard and show some effort you will do very well.

5.0
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AP
Aug 4, 2005

Dr. Spindler is definately my favorite teacher. He is not easy but explains everything so well. If you are interested in nursing, you have to take him. Trust me...you'll never find another teacher better than him.

5.0
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APMICRO
Sep 26, 2005

Spindler was the most influential instructor I had....

5.0
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AP
Feb 2, 2006

Awsome teacher!! One of my best and used him as a reference to get into Grad School! Thanks Dr. Spindler!

5.0
4.0
SURVEYAP
Mar 15, 2006

The best anatomy professor in the state of florida. this guy is one of the best teachers bcc has to offer, absolutely love going to his class. great guy, good sense of humor, doesnt make anything awkward, just an overall great guy. very thorough in teaching, impossible NOT to learn

5.0
4.0
SURVEYOFAP
May 20, 2006

You have to study!! I got a 72 on the first test and still ended up with an A!:) This class will kick your ass, but you will definately learn ALOT! He gives you extra credit quizzes that count towards your final grade too! If your willing to work hard, takes this class!

5.0
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BSCC2086
Apr 22, 2007

He is a wonderful instructer and really makes you think. He made a difficult class interesting and I love the way he teaches. I would definitley recommend taking this class with him.

5.0
3.0
BSCC2086
Apr 30, 2007

Had him for A&P 1 and 2. The way he teaches, it is impossible not to learn from him. You won't just memorize the material, you will leave there understanding and learning. He makes you think. If you are going into any health field you really need to take him.

4.0
2.0
BSCC2085
Jun 25, 2007

Spindler KNOWS how to teach this difficult course! In fact, I aced the class with a $12 book from Barnes & Noble - I didn't even purchase the text. Tests are STRICTLY from the notes, listen to him when he says this! I'm taking him again this Fall for A&P 2, I couldn't ask for a better A&P teacher...no way, no how! HANDS DOWN, BEST teacher!

5.0
3.0
BSCC2085
Jul 27, 2007

What everyone is saying is true!Highly recommended, everything he teaches will benifit you, great teacher for anyone going into the medical field.Got an B in A&p 1 and an A in micro. LOVE him!... taking him again in fall for A&P 2!

3.0
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SURVAP
Jan 3, 2008

Not the Best proff ever. Always late to class by at least 20 min. Spent $150 on a book that was never used and could not be sold back b/c of a new edition. Missed three weeks and then tested on material we never touched. Although, he does put a huge curve on the grade, w/out it, the whole class might have failed.

5.0
2.0
BSCC2086
Feb 24, 2008

I took him for Survey A&P, A&P 1 and A&P 2 and Microbiology! I got straight A's in all 4!! I absolutely love him. Best teacher ever! His tests are strictly from his notes so be prepared to highlight what he says! You DO NOT need to buy a book. He provides you with notes.

4.0
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BSCC2085
Jun 25, 2008

He is a super great teacher.. He only teachers you want you need to know, takes out all the extra fluff.. His test are extremely hard but are all off of his notes. You dont even need to worry about buying a book, which is great by me. He is serious about his class and students.

5.0
3.0
BSCC2093
Nov 19, 2008

Dr. Spindler is an excellent instructor. He makes the material pratical for the health sciences field. He does not mind explaining something until everybody is comfortable with it. He gives great notes for what you need to know, but you still have to study. He gives a written exam and a lab exam. I should finish the class with an A or B.

5.0
3.0
SURVAP
Nov 21, 2008

dr.spindler is an amazing science teacher. all through high school the science teachers were boring. he keeps you involved in the lecture and relates A&P to what you'll see out in the health field. i never used the book because he provides you with a bunch of notes. his tests corresponds on what the notes covered. his quizzes extra credit. take him

5.0
2.0
BSCC2093
Apr 29, 2009

Dr. Spindler is a great teacher! I never used his book, all his lecture is from his notes which he provides for you. Also the notes is exactly what the material is on the exam(s). You have 5 exams. Quizzes are extra credit. I took him for surveyA&P, A&P 1 which I got an A in. And I'm enrolled in the fall in his A&P 2 class :)

5.0
2.0
BSCC46M
May 1, 2009

overall he is a good teacher,if you need help he will help you,it was survey of anatomy so we didnt go into much detail,but one thing was he was nver on time for class,i mean 15-20 minutes being late

3.0
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ANA202
May 19, 2009

I took Dr. Spindler for A&P 2, because everyone said he was so good. I wish I hadn't taken him. He is always late to class, doesn't use the textbook, and when taking the tests he drags out, what could be done in an hour, to a 3 hour class.

5.0
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BSCC2094
Jun 27, 2009

His class is to the point! Tests are tough, but if you pay attention in class and study you will get through with a good grade. I understand what he taught (which is saying a lot!). I would def take him again!

5.0
2.0
HIST101
May 30, 2010

I have to say I am in the middle of his class now and I love this professor. he is doing an excellent job of explaining things and is very helpful. My favorite teacher by far so far at BCC. I am actually learning something in his class and do not have to teach myself which is a rarity at BCC

2.0
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BSCC2093
Sep 21, 2010

Be ready to print out page after page of his notes only to have him say not to worry about this or we'll skip that and get back to it later. He also expected you to remember everything that was covered in Biology class but reluctantly goes over it. He mumbles, alot like he's wearing dentures that are slipping. Def not taking him for A&P2.

5.0
2.0
BSCC1084
Dec 1, 2010

Loved his teaching method! He used a lot of visuals, analogies, and memory tricks that made concepts understandable. He doesn't tolerate childishness but he's super helpful if you ask. He's always late to class but that turned out to be kinda nice. I walked away from his class with clear understanding and a very high A. I totally recommend him.

4.0
5.0
BSCC2093
Dec 10, 2010

This was a tough class! Had to do a lot of studying to get that A after I nearly failed the first test. He gives a review before each test. It's not mandatory to attend but believe me, it helps... a lot!

4.0
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BSCC2093
Mar 22, 2011

Class grades are only based on quizzes and tests, so if you do bad on 1 test that can determine your whole grade. Would not recommend for those who do not do well on tests.

3.0
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BSCC03M
Apr 6, 2011

I really like Dr. Spindler when I first started his class, now I am wishing I would of taken a dif.teacher. His third test he gave, almost everyone failed it. He knows a lot, takes his class seriously. He usually lets u out early, if there isn't much to go over. Only teaches what you need to know gives a review if he remembers. Like him but not fav

3.0
3.0
AP2
May 13, 2011

Very disorganized and spent too much of our once a week time on perfecting drawings on the board. Always stayed whole time or later because his lecture was for twice a week and he just off-the-cuff skipped slides. Random attachments for notes JUST before class. Picks a few topics to delve into further instead of understanding the chapter. Also, sometimes rambles on to incomprehensible talk.

2.0
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AP11
Aug 5, 2011

He tells you what to study and then puts different things on the test. I dont think anyone in the class even got an A. His tests are imposible! Do not pick him as a teacher because you will be sorry!

4.0
5.0
BSCC2094
Aug 7, 2011

Very difficult class to take during the summer. Plan on studying. Don't buy a book. He gives you the notes you need to study. Listen to everything in class and take good notes. They will help you for the tests. WORK HARD FOR A GOOD GRADE!

5.0
2.0
BSCC1084
Apr 10, 2012

Great teacher will be taking all my AP classes with him. as long as you show up to class and pay attention and just study his notes you will pass his tests. all test are straight from the notes.i enjoyed taking his class. the only reason others dont like him becuase they didnt study his notes and pay attention so they failed his tests

2.0
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BSCC41M
Apr 26, 2012

Dr. Spindler is a great guy. Very intelligent and knows his stuff. I took A&P1 and A&P2 with him and they were two totally different experiences. He is completely unorganized this time around, all over the place. His test this time around are impossible. I received an A in A&P1 and will be lucky to get a B. He's a completely different.

2.0
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BSCC1084
May 5, 2012

Nice guy. This class was hybrid and he was all over the place. We did 3 chapters each class period and that was pretty fast. I thought he was gonna be a goodd but he wasn't. I have never worried about my grade since I started college and here I am on egg shells. He does give extra credit but he didnt do much this time.

4.0
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BSCC2093
Jun 1, 2012

AP1 was all memorization and he makes it easy to understand!DON'T take hybrid AP2 with him. Does nothing online only lectures in class 1X a wk for 3 hours. Gave lots of extra credit because class was doing poorly. AP2 is definitely harder but I would still take him again. He really knows his stuff and you can learn a lot from him! Bit of a big head

5.0
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BSCC2094
Aug 4, 2012

Dr. Spindler was AWESOME! Him and Dr. Reed are my new favorite professors! He grades fairly and gives you the materials needed to get an A! Definitely pay attention and go to class! He relates the material so it's understandable! I'm so glad he was recommended to me and I HIGHLY and STRONGLY recommend him to my friends!!! :)

5.0
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BSCC2094
Aug 8, 2012

Talk about a professor who cares about student learning the material. Well impressed. I should have taken him for AP1 but I did not know. I learned so much practical information and definitely I recommend him if you want to learn and retain information.

4.0
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BSCC2094
Aug 14, 2012

Teaches to learn. Stay on top of studying. Not just memorizing information, but wants you to know the 'why's. Very smart and loves to teach. I learned a lot.

4.0
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BSCC2093
Oct 31, 2012

AND BSCC 2094. really tricky, but you learn lots!. it is hard and he does not make it easier, his quizzes are extra point so be prepare for them every class. he doesn t use the book. i love his style but lots hated him. IF YOU LIKE HEALTH CARE take him, you will enjoy his stories.

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SURVAP
Nov 8, 2012

I had him for survey of A and P. The class is not an easy A but he is an awesome teacher. You don't use the book tests and quizzes come from his notes. He teaches you what you need to know and as long as u study the material and attend class I will have an A! Take him!

5.0
3.0
BSC2093
Feb 20, 2013

Dr. Spindler is an amazing professor and I would highly recommend him to any student who is serious about learning. Dr. Spindler is an acting MD which means BCC students are being offered is valuable time...don't waste the opportunity! I would not suggest the text but highly recommend the coloring lab book!

2.0
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BSCC
Apr 9, 2013

good teacher, horrible attitude

5.0
2.0
BSCC2094
Apr 19, 2013

So over LAZY ppl bad mouthing this amazing teacher. He is a np himself and works all day and then dedicates his time to his students. If he really doesn't test on the material he goes over then explain to me how I got 100's on three diff tests in ap1 and 2? If you failed you skipped class and ur LAZY.

4.0
2.0
BSCC2093
May 2, 2013

Awesome teacher nice guy, study hard his class was filled with a lot of information. Taking him for A & P 2

5.0
2.0
BSCC2093
May 17, 2013

Easily one of the best professors at BCC! Dr. Spindler is extremely knowledgeable; he provides comprehensive notes online for every chapter. Write down everything he says & draws on the board. I've never once had to read the textbook and have never received less than an A on all of his exams. Dr. Spindler is a gift to all A&P students! -Britt B.

5.0
1.0
BSCC2093
May 18, 2013

I am a UCF graduate and took this class just to raise my GPA for PA school. If you struggled with this class, you honestly will NOT survive a single University level science course. He gave very detailed notes and reiterates everything in lecture. People that didn't do well either didn't show up or didn't take notes.

5.0
3.0
BSCC20932094
Jul 21, 2013

Dr. Spindler is a great teacher. Show up to every class because he gives extra credit pop quizzes. It's memorization, but he tells you exactly what will be on the test and the lab. Tests are fairly easy only if you study. It's not difficult to get an A if you dedicate time to learning the material.

5.0
2.0
BSCC2094
Dec 11, 2013

Dr. Spindler is very knowledgable and is a great professor. He does go quickly through the material, but this IS an AP2 course. You get out of this class what you put into it. He is not easy to the average student, but if you put the effort in, you do well. It helps if you have previous medical experience or if you've taken medical terminology.

3.0
3.0
BSCC1084
Dec 16, 2013

Mr Spindler is passionate about his class, however it is not an easy class. You need to really pay attention and look over his notes on a daily basis. He started class late every day but if you are smart, it just gives you more time to study.

5.0
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AP1
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Jan 2, 2014

BEST FREAKIN TEACHER EVER. Stay off your phones and listen (that's rude anyways) so knowledgeable and so talented in what he does.

5.0
3.0
BSCC2093
Apr 11, 2014

Great teacher. The exams are pretty hard so you must know your stuff! He is really knowledgeable in so many areas. He visually explains the lectures. & gives you notes that are similar to the tests. Very smart & I would for sure have him as a teacher again!

5.0
1.0
AP1
Grade: A+
Apr 15, 2014

BEST PROFESSOR AT EFSC. If you want to learn a lot take him!!!! His tests are not hard at all. I do have a lot of family background in medical field so most does come easy. Many people drop because he seams hard, but trust me you will want to take him if going into health!!!!!

4.0
4.0
BSCC209445M
May 7, 2014

Topics are approached with a real-world experience point of view. He is a great teacher and seems to enjoy it. Don't expect to get away without putting in effort; tests are designed to truly test what you've comprehended. Studying is a must, but you will learn so much under his guidance. For those going to school to really learn, choose Spindler.

3.0
3.0
BSCC209445M
Grade: A
May 13, 2014

I took it as a hybrid, so at times there was an absorbent amount of information to cover. His tests are straight from his notes, but there are A LOT of notes. I studied everyday and already took A&P in trade school, and I never got higher than a 84 on an exam. However he offers plenty of extra credit, and you will learn SO MUCH. Just STUDY

4.0
3.0
BSCC2093
Grade: A+
Jun 3, 2014

Dr. Spindler is an AMAZING teacher! I learned so much more than I thought I would during his class. He offers extra credit, and I suggest taking the extra credit opportunities he gives. The only complaint is that we sometimes finished class early, but overall I HIGHLY recommend him.

5.0
2.0
BSCC2093
Grade: A
Aug 11, 2014

Amazing professor! He honestly wants you to learn and retain the information in the course. The book is definitely not necessary and he provides you with great notes. There are a lot of extra credit opportunities and you can be exempt from the last exam if you maintain an A throughout the course. I'm taking him for A&P II as well and I'm excited

5.0
3.0
BSCC2094
Sep 17, 2014

Dr Spindler is one of the best instructors I''ve ever had I made an A. He''s not an easy A but if you''re looking for an easy A you shouldn''t take AP and you certainly shouldn''t go for an allied health degree. I''m in the nursing program and several times I''ve gone back into my notes from his classes to get clarification on different topics.

3.0
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BSCC1084
Grade: B
Dec 5, 2014

Spindler is really good during lecture, and good with his analogies making sure you understand. But if a personal problem comes up, (your in the hospital, whatever) he doesn't care. He is a tough grader and you have to study to pass this class! He doesn't give homework unless he feels the class is slacking, good at explaining, but not the nicest.

5.0
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AP
Grade: A+
Dec 9, 2014

His class isn't a walk in the park, but if your going into the medical field and you actually want to learn, TAKE HIM! Such a smart, great teacher!

4.0
4.0
AP1
Grade: A
Jan 3, 2015

Mr. Spindler is a GREAT teacher. He really does try to make his students understand the material. He is a very knowledgeable man about the medical field, he adds great tips for those joining the field. I slacked off at first, but still ended up with an A. He does pop-up quizzes, but they are extra credit and they really do help a lot! Just STUDY!

4.0
4.0
BSCC2093AP1
Grade: A+
Apr 9, 2015

Be prepared to study - a lot. Tests have many dependent questions where if you get one question wrong, you will get the other wrong. Knowing the content is essential. Lab portion of the exams are easy if you take the time to memorize everything. The extra credit will save you. He is a good teacher, but 12 the class dropped.

5.0
4.0
BSCC2093
Grade: A+
Apr 9, 2015

Dr. Spindler is the bomb when it comes to taking this man's class. He is very knowledgable about the material and shows you step by step information you will need for AP2, and for future reference in the medical field. I'm taking him again for AP2 as I enjoyed his class that much. If you are looking for the best anatomy class, this is it!

5.0
4.0
BSCC2093
May 1, 2015

Best teacher I have had at the college yet. I went in knowing that this would be a hard class for me but the way he teaches, made it easy for me to understand and did very well in his class. He is extremely knowledgeable and tells u what u need to know for the tests.

5.0
3.0
BSCC2093
Grade: A+
May 5, 2015

If you're going into the medical field, you will learn more than what you're paying for. Very fast-paced, write down EVERYTHING. Study bolded items in .doc files, draw out diagrams yourself, use txtbk to clarify physiology. Pop quizzes and 1-2 assignments but all those pts are extra cred (75). 5 written + lab exams. Worked hard for my A+.

4.0
4.0
BSCC2093
Grade: A+
Aug 10, 2015

Excellent Instructor - I wish there were more classes I could have taken from him. I took the 8 week AP2 - it was tough, but if you study and write down everything from lecture you will pass with an A. Studying is mandatory.

5.0
2.0
AP12
Grade: A+
Sep 14, 2015

Learned so much impt info from his class. If you think hes hard you will not survive at the university level. He made my neurology, pathophysiology, and all other science courses at UCF a breeze after his lectures and memorization. Highly recommend if going deeper in medicine. Best prof I wish he taught all my classes. So easy to follow along.

5.0
3.0
BSCC2093
Grade: A
Dec 1, 2015

He is a great professor. Lots of experience in the medical field, gives the best advice on what is good for you personally. I have learned so much in his class, he makes it to where you can understand it. Test are not that hard if you study enough. Studying is mandatory and you can not miss class. I am excited to take him next semester for A&P2.

4.0
3.0
BSCC2093
Grade: A
Dec 2, 2015

Dr. Spindler is one of the best instructors I have had in all of my college years (I have lots of degrees). Do not even waste your money on the book, print out what he is going to go over, go to class, take notes and study for every class - he gives pop quizzes but they are all for extra credit. Study your notes and you will do fine!

4.0
3.0
AP1
Grade: A
Dec 6, 2015

If you want/need to know Anatomy, or are thinking of going into the health field, TAKE SPINDLER! It may seem overwhelming with the amount of information he has you study (and at times boring), but it is definitely for your own benefit! He gives 4 tests, 4 "labs", and 10 quizzes. ALL the quizzes are extra credit! 100 extra credit points in total.

5.0
2.0
AP1
Grade: A+
Jan 9, 2016

Offers extra credit quizzes almost every class up to 10pts so its very possible to get over 100s in the class. Lecture notes, outlines, and reviews are provided. The content may be challenging but Spindler makes it manageable to learn thoroughly. Lots of advice for future health science majors (he definitely knows his stuff).

5.0
1.0
BSCC2093
Jan 13, 2016

Amazing teacher!! Always late for class but sooo worth it. He breaks things down & relates it to what you want to be (nurse, dr., PA). Lets you out early. He gets off subject sometimes but it usually always relates to the lecture. Pop quizzes are extra credit and attendance. midterms and finals are easy if you study.

2.0
3.0
AP1
Grade: A
Feb 12, 2016

Avoid at all costs. Speaks from the top of his head and not out of a book (usually good), but misspeaks often and has a hard time forming coherent sentences. Will react overly hostile to any questions and will refuse to help with any issues involving the material. You are on your own with the book and teaching yourself, also bans all electronics.

5.0
4.0
AP1
Grade: A+
Aug 8, 2016
Would take again

He gave a lot of information on clinically relevant topics. He passed quickly over material that was esoteric and spent of lot of time explaining (with detailed white board diagrams) the essential ideas that medical professionals must know. I ended up with a 106% and I didn't even need to take the last unit exam because I had such a high grade.

3.0
3.0
BSCC2093
Nov 16, 2016
Would take again

No Electronics whatsoever! He is almost always 10 min. late to class, yet starts his exams 5 min. early. There is no HW, 10 quizzes counted as extra credit, and 5 two part exams. Part one is multiple choice and part two is fill in the blank WITH NO WORD BANK! He does let out early sometimes. Lecture notes are on canvas so have them printed out.

BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
4.0
BSCC2094
Mar 16, 2017
Would take again

He's a great professor. His class is very hard, so you do need to study... a lot. But everything that is on the test he goes over. He will gladly help you and answer any questions you have. He doesn't use the book and only teaches relevant material. He also applies the material you learned to real life scenarios.

Skip class? You won't pass.
EXTRA CREDIT
LECTURE HEAVY
4.0
4.0
BSCC2093
Mar 30, 2017
Would take again

He is in the medical field so he knows how to prepare you for the real world, and teaches you material you actually need to know. His test are a little difficult. They are lecture and lab. Lecture is multiple choice and lab is all fill in the blank and need to know how to spell. You get out early most days except for test days. I would recommend.

Skip class? You won't pass.
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
PCB4333
Grade: A
Apr 7, 2017
Would take again

This guy is a medical doctor and a nurss practitioner AND a teacher. He knows his stuff and will go into detail. Don't expect an easy A but if you put in the work, you will get a good grade. All his topics are clinically relevant and actually have real life medical applications. I had him for Immunology.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
BSCC2093
Grade: A+
Aug 2, 2017
Would take again

Dr. Spindler made A&P 1 simple, insightful, and enjoyable. He focuses only on what is applicable to the medical field and skips over things that are out-dated and useless. He does like surprise quizzes; however, they are all extra credit and serve as a useful gauge to measure test-readiness. If you are pursuing a career in medicine, take him!

BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
2.0
4.0
BSCC1084
Nov 1, 2017
Wouldn't take again

you have more homework in one week then you can imagine. The test have no due dates which is a plus but half the time they are all locked and he unlocks them all at one time so your having to do homework on top of play catch up. The Exams are all proctored but if you study the test that you have to do every week you will pass the exams.

Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
5.0
4.0
AP2
Grade: A+
Dec 5, 2017
Would take again

Tough to take notes from. High grades are definately earned. Best to use multiple sources to learn concepts. That being said, he cuts to the chase about what is needed to know for medicine and what's fluff. I highly recommend recording the lectures. EFSC is lucky to have a teacher like this.

EXTRA CREDIT
Tests are tough
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
4.0
BSC2093
Grade: A
Dec 16, 2017
Would take again

Dr SPINDLER is amazing, he really gets you to know what you need to know for the medical field. Strictly memorize what he says to know. EXTRA CREDIT worth up to an additional 20% on top of your grade. Rounded my grade as well. Good guy taking for anatomy 2!

Skip class? You won't pass.
TEST HEAVY
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
5.0
AP2
Grade: A
May 10, 2018
Would take again

He is very knowledgable and is very experienced in the medical field. Very strict about NO electronics. Moves very fast through lectures and expects you to teach yourself a lot of material at home. Overall a good class, he is very good at explaining the material. Hard tests, all quizzes are extra credit.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
TEST HEAVY
5.0
4.0
BSCC20932094
Grade: A+
May 21, 2018
Would take again

Awesome teacher. I've taken his classes multiple times, both classes BS 2093&94 I took in 09 and did great. Both classes were too old and took 2093 with him again. He really gives good examples of medical situations that you can link to what your learning. BEWARE OF POP QUIZ'S-extra credit tho & make sure to study/keep up and you'll do good.

BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
TEST HEAVY
EXTRA CREDIT
1.0
4.0
AP1
Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 14, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Instructional failure. Rude. Comes across as very selfish. Puts MINIMAL into effort or care teaching students to learn. Material he posts are scanned in worksheets sometimes, outdated. Hello it is 2018! Material homework does not match up with his powerpoints. He is all over the place. Our latest test was written on a TYPEWRITER! Disappointing!

5.0
2.0
AP1
Grade: A+
Oct 29, 2018
Would take again

Student's complaining on here are being naysayers. Dr. Spindler is a wonderful professor and this class was way too easy in comparison to UCF's anatomy. Yes, you have to study. That's medical field. I'm tired of hearing ya'll complain. If you can't handle this--don't even try MD, RN or PA.

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
5.0
4.0
BSCC2093
Nov 9, 2018
Would take again

Took for A&P1. 4 major exams. 100pts are multiple choice, 25pts are fill in the blank labs. If you take lots of notes and study you'll do fine. He'll tell you everything you need to know. Almost every week you'll have a pop quiz, always extra credit. Can really boost your grade. I've really enjoyed his class. Trying to take for A&P2

BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
EXTRA CREDIT
LECTURE HEAVY
1.0
4.0
BSCC2094
Grade: C+
Nov 14, 2018
Wouldn't take again

I prayed daily to get stuck on a bus that was set on fire and driven off into a cliff of hot lava to avoid going to the class. This professor is experienced in the field but is narcissistic and brags about himself. Class ends 2 hours early but the test are ALOT of material. He does the bare minimum to teach and simple says to MEMORIZE. Avoid!

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
3.0
4.0
BSCC2094
Grade: B
Nov 27, 2018
Wouldn't take again

I enjoyed him a lot for A&P1 (I got over a 100%), but the experience with him was much different for A&P2. He seemed to fly through the material, and then tested us on things he told us we didn't need to know. Because of that my entire class nearly failed the first exam. I'd recommend for A&P1, but not so sure about A&P2!

Skip class? You won't pass.
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
BSCC2094
Grade: B-
Dec 3, 2018
Would take again

What an amazing teacher. Extremely knowledgeable in the field, and very funny. Easy to understand. However, he teaches the class like you are going straight into the field of nursing, and he's serious about it, so you should be too. Study hard, and you'll be fine. If you are excited, passionate, and interested in learning about anatomy, even better

Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
TEST HEAVY
2.0
4.0
BSCC2093
Grade: A
Dec 4, 2018
Wouldn't take again

I learned a lot from Spindler and he definitely knows his stuff but he does not care about the students at all. He never took the time to learn anyones names, he is not very friendly and does not welcome questions in class. Ive never been so unnecessarily stressed for a class that has so much extra credit but he does his best to make it that way.

Skip class? You won't pass.
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
5.0
3.0
BSCC2093
Grade: A+
Dec 6, 2018
Would take again

By far my most favorite professor of all time. He is a working MD and when I asked what would he do different in his career he said he would have started teaching sooner. He gives you exactly what you are going to be tested on, points out information you may see on state licensing exams for different medical professions, & sticks to applicable info

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
Hilarious
1.0
5.0
AP1
Grade: A
Dec 11, 2018
Wouldn't take again

This man made me physically sick every day before class. Never learned student names, & DOES NOT care for you as a student. Obnoxious, self centered, & acts like a "know it all". He was extremely rude when i would go to him with a question. Gives a pop quiz before every class for extra credit. Heavily recommend picking someone else to teach you.

BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
TEST HEAVY
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
AP2
Grade: B
Dec 12, 2018
Would take again

Dr. Splinder was amazing !! I am very happy I took him for A and p2. He does care for his students and makes sure that you make through his class. Is very smart knows his stuff. He is also always making the class fun by doing some jokes and things. I did very much like that! He makes sure you understand the material and tests your ability to do so

Respected
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
Clear grading criteria
3.0
5.0
BSCC2094
Grade: B
Feb 28, 2019
Wouldn't take again

This was a hybrid minimester 8 week A&P2 course. Mr. Spindler is very knowledgable. He gives a lot of real world applications. However, he is very focused on clinical aspects of the material and expects you to bridge the gap between learning A&P to diagnostics. The tests are insanely difficult. The most stressful class I have ever taken.

Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
BSCC2094
Apr 8, 2019
Wouldn't take again

A&P1 was amazing. I finished with an easy A. Lots of extra credit, awesome study guide. Sounds great, right? I thought so too. I took him for A&P2 the next semester and wow. How different the experience was. Difficult online quizzes, speeds through everything, VERY UNORGANIZED lectures and materials. Heed my warning: take him for AP1, but not AP2.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Test heavy
2.0
4.0
BSCC2093
Grade: B+
May 3, 2019
Wouldn't take again

I took a 16 week hybrid course, this class was tough. There are quizzes due online before the exams. The exams consist of a multiple choice portion and lab diagram labeling portion. These are hard tests. His posted study guides helped a bit. His lectures were unorganized and I felt that time wasnt well utilized. Not bad, not the best either-strict

Skip class? You won't pass.
Graded by few things
Test heavy
5.0
2.0
BSC2093
Grade: A
May 4, 2019
Would take again

Dr. Spindler is a very knowledgeable professor who also practices in the medical field. He teaches what is relevant and needed for you to succeed. Study and you WILL PASS! Extra credit**** This is college level material so for those complaining he is hard, maybe you should put in the work and quit winning! I loved his class and would take again!

Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
Beware of pop quizzes
5.0
5.0
BSCC2093AP1
Grade: A+
May 16, 2019
Would take again

This class was super hard but Spindler is amazing professor. He gives you exactly the info that is going to be on the tests in his lectures and he also gives you helpful hints for the TEAS. He gave four tests each one with a multiple choice part and a fill in the blank part. You have to study like crazy to pass. Also never use your cell in class

Test heavy
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
AP1
Grade: A
Jun 20, 2019
Would take again

I loved him!! Unfortunately due to a program deadline, I was unable to take him for A & P2, but will most definitely take him for Microbiology. He knows his stuff and has a way of explaining hard subjects in a way they make you say, Oh! Okay! And you never forget it! His quizzes are straight forward & always on the notes covered in last class.

Respected
Beware of pop quizzes
Amazing lectures
1.0
5.0
BSCC2093
Grade: D+
Jan 16, 2020
Wouldn't take again

He was all over the place with his lectures, his powerpoints were SO long but few things would actually be needed from them. He chose favorites and would grade harder with spelling if you werent one. I would never take him again.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Beware of pop quizzes
Lecture heavy
4.0
5.0
AP1
Grade: A+
Jun 14, 2020
Would take again

I had professor Spindler before and during Coronavirus and from my in-person class he was great, his tests are very hard if you don't study, but does give a buffer with extra credit pop-quiz's. His lecture are hilarious, he actually wanted to get "intercostal space" into people's heads and stabbed a skeleton.

Gives good feedback
Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
1.0
4.0
44M
Grade: B
Aug 2, 2020
Wouldn't take again

This is by far one of the worst professors I've had. Most of his quizzes and tests had wrong answers written as the right ones and is one of the toughest graders in the most ridiculous ways. Took 70 points off for having one paragraph instead of two! Will not be taking a class from him again, and I wouldn't recommend to anyone else.

Tough grader
1.0
5.0
BSCC1084
Grade: A+
Oct 27, 2020
Wouldn't take again

He seems to be more concerned with people that correctly excel in his courses rather than the ones that VERY obviously plagiarize each and every assignment. He does not seem too interested in answering questions. Have heard great things about him, maybe my class was the issue, but interesting course.

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
Tough grader
2.0
4.0
BSCC1084
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 18, 2020
Wouldn't take again

This class was online due to Covid. The professor had multiple discussions and multiple quizzes due each week, the number of assignments ranged anywhere from 2-8. Do NOT forget to add sources for discussions or you will fail. He did not respond in a timely manner. Remember to complete all assignments or else your grade will suffer immensely

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Tough grader
2.0
4.0
BSCC1084
Nov 18, 2020
Wouldn't take again

There were FOUR assignments due ON thanksgiving day.

Lots of homework
Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
1.0
5.0
BSCC2094
Grade: Not sure yet
Jan 19, 2021
Wouldn't take again

I am taking the class online. It is ridiculous difficult, his test are 25 questions and you literally have only 25 minutes to answer them. In an in person class you would have all class to work on it! He barely gives you time to think through your answers and on top of that you can't go back to previously answered questions. Don't take his class!

Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
AP1
Apr 4, 2021
Wouldn't take again

I'm taking the accelerated OL class and there's a CRAZY amount of hw and quizzes due every week. The quizzes are timed and you cannot go back after you've answered a question. The quizzes are 20 minutes for 20 questions or 25 minutes for 25 questions, but SO HARD to do 1 minute per question when they quiz itself is really hard- DEFF NOT AN EASY A.

Lots of homework
Skip class? You won't pass.
Tough grader
2.0
4.0
BSCC1084
Grade: B+
Apr 27, 2021
Would take again

Very hard, if you print out the lectures it is easy to pass all of the weekly quizzes. Expect to do a lot of homework but you will learn alot. Sometimes can be hard to reach via email but will eventually get back to you.

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
Lecture heavy
5.0
2.0
AP1AND2
Grade: A
Sep 27, 2021
Would take again

I took him for Intro to health care and human anatomy and physiology 1 & 2. Quizzes are timed but are straight from the notes. Hes very understanding and gives great advice if you plan on going into the medical field. Every class was very small so no pop quizzes or discussion boards. He goes over the actual exams in class before you take it.

Gives good feedback
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
BSCC2093
Grade: A+
Dec 6, 2021
Would take again

Super easy class, we met on mondays and the monday wednesday class met mostly only in mondays so we were able to keep on the same lessons, quiz every week ... every few lessons there was a test and lab test, everything was done online but lectures were in person. Pretty much every quiz had 2 attempts. Hes a super awesome teacher 100% recommend

4.0
4.0
BSCC1084
Grade: B+
Dec 7, 2021
Would take again

Don't take this class if you do not like to write. Discussion posts are 500 to 750 words and then there are 25 question quizzes that you have 30 minutes for. Make sure to space out the work and READ THE TEXTBOOK. Most of the answers and the diagrams are straight from the textbook. Be sure to credit any source used in the posts or you will get a 0%

Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
Participation matters
5.0
1.0
BSCC
Grade: A
May 9, 2022
Would take again

Loved Prof. Spindler. I took him in the summer as a hybrid class for Tuesdays and Thursdays. Class was mandatory on Tuesdays but not Thursdays. We had a couple of quizzes a week, a discussion once a week ( wasn't that lengthy), a total of 3 exams that you're able to take online, and then you have the proctored lab final. I didn't require a textbook

Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
1.0
4.0
BSCC
Grade: B
Nov 26, 2024

Awful professor. Will be vindictive against you if you speak up for yourself or call him out on anything that hinders your learning. Very disappointing. Do not take this professor by any means

5.0
3.0
AP1
Grade: Not sure yet
Mar 26, 2025
Would take again

Dr. Spindler has by far been one of my favorite teachers during my entire time at EFSC. He is brilliant and I truly enjoy his lectures.

Amazing lectures
Inspirational
1.0
4.0
AP1
Grade: B
Dec 7, 2025

With all due respect, Dr. Spindler is very knowledgeable when it comes to the lecture. But my god, he loves his damn pop up quizzes. He truly doesn't care about his students if you don't know every detail of his lecture. Your grade will take the punishment because of it. DONT TAKE THIS COURSE IF YOU LOVE YOUR GPA OR YOUR MENTAL HEALTH. YOU'LL CRY.

Tough grader
Beware of pop quizzes
So many papers
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