4.4

Ali Reza

Biology - Delta State University

4.4
Quality
2.9
Difficulty
94%
Would Retake
145
Reviews
4.4
Quality
2.9
Difficulty
4.5
Helpful
4.4
Clarity

94%

Would Retake

145

Reviews

Rating Distribution
Official

5

90

4

41

3

13

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What Students Say

Highly recommend his classes

BIO110 - 5.0 rating

Highly recommend his classes

BIO110 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

87%

Textbook Required

20%

Grade Predictor

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95% confidence
Based on 93 grades
Most common grades:
A (33)
B (20)
B+ (19)
Grade Distribution
A(42)B(22)C(4)D(0)F(0)A-/B+(25)
Based on 107 reported grades
A: 33
B: 20
B+: 19
Not sure yet: 13
Common Tags
Participation matters (31)
Respected (29)
Caring (25)
Gives good feedback (24)
Beware of pop quizzes (20)
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES (18)
Hilarious (17)
Accessible outside class (17)
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Ratings by Course

18291

5.0

(1)

BIO11004

5.0

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BIO462

4.9

(8)

BIO490

4.7

(15)

BIO461

4.6

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BIO11004

4.0

BIO516

4.0

BIO463

3.8

BIO462

3.3

BIO461

3.2

Reviews (145)
5.0
4.0
BIO110
Grade: A
May 28, 2014

Dr. Reza was very knowledgeable and in depth professor. He has a very kind heart with passion for the students. He always readily available to help students.

5.0
4.0
BIO110
Grade: B+
May 28, 2014

I took his class in Spring 2014 and really impressed with his teaching style. He is easy going and very comfortable to talk to. He encouraged questions for the students. He is very through to the topic and seems like he knows his stuff. Very passionate teacher. Highly recommend his classes.

5.0
4.0
BIO110
May 28, 2014

Very passionate teacher. Highly recommend his classes.

4.0
2.0
BIO309
May 10, 2015

Dr. Reza was my inspiration. Learned so much stuff. The best teacher @ DSU. He is very passionate about his students. Readily available to help at any point. He brings in new ideas and stuffs every day and he has an addictive way to teaching that you cant be bored. I would highly recommend his class.

5.0
3.0
BIO110
May 10, 2015

Very good professor, would take again. He is really good to talk to and will be there for you when you need help.

4.0
3.0
1719254
May 10, 2015

He's willing to help you and repeated everything to be clear.

5.0
4.0
BIO11004
Grade: B+
Nov 25, 2015

dr. Reza is an awesome professor, he's helpful and funny and interactive. Very much enjoyed this class.

5.0
5.0
BIO110
Grade: A
Nov 25, 2015

I took a non-major biology course with Dr. Reza and it was phenomenal. Reza is one of the best professors I ever had a class with. He teaches from his heart and knows his stuff. As a non-major since student, I had no interest in biology/science but I got out of the course with an A, and everything was possible for Dr. Reza.

3.0
2.0
BIO110
Grade: B
Nov 25, 2015

He's not clear what kind of answer he wants on his test. When we go over what's going to be on the test in labs he answer's our questions. When we take the test are answered are still wrong because he wants more for the answer. His lectures are unclear. He needs to put only what we need to know on his slides and nothing else.

3.0
3.0
BIO110
Grade: A-
Nov 25, 2015

Tests did not reflect the material taught in class.

3.0
3.0
BIO461
Nov 27, 2015

Good course would recommend it to others.

3.0
3.0
BIO110
Grade: C+
Nov 27, 2015

Overall a good class, just wish the test were more similar to the notes.

5.0
2.0
BIO461
Nov 29, 2015

Pay attention in class and study a bit for each test and you will enjoy his classes. He is fun easy going and laid back but does expect you to put in some effort. Overall enjoyed his class!

5.0
1.0
BIO221
Grade: A
Nov 29, 2015

Enjoyed his class. He will provide you a lot of info in a very easy manner. Interesting person to interact. Has a true passion for teaching and cares for his students

4.0
3.0
BIO461
Grade: A
Nov 30, 2015

Dr. Reza is brilliant when it comes to knowledge about subjects pertaining to wildlife. However, his lectures are difficult give much attention. He has a habit of reading from powerpoint slides, and although out of his control, his accent sometimes complicates a concept that would otherwise be easy to understand.

4.0
3.0
BIO461
Grade: A
Nov 30, 2015

Gives pop quizzes, not many tests, but is extremely helpful. Wants you to make an A.

4.0
3.0
BIO461
Grade: A
Nov 30, 2015

Easy A

5.0
1.0
BIO110
Grade: B+
Nov 30, 2015

Dr. Reza is an awesome professor! He is very helpful to students, and he helps you understand the material. He is not a tough grader, and takes into consideration of your thoughts and wishes. I would definitely take his class again!

4.0
3.0
BIO461
Nov 30, 2015

The pop quizzes aren't too weighty, and there is only one long paper due at the end of the semester. It is a pain though.

4.0
2.0
BIO221
Dec 1, 2015

I really enjoy Dr. Reza's class. It's always fun and interesting.

4.0
2.0
BOI221
Grade: B+
Dec 1, 2015

Great teacher. I really enjoyed his class

5.0
3.0
BIO110
Dec 1, 2015

He's great

3.0
3.0
BIO110
Grade: B
Dec 1, 2015

It was a good class overall

4.0
3.0
BIO110
Grade: B
Dec 1, 2015

Dr Reza Is a great teacher I enjoyed having him as one of my professor!

3.0
3.0
BIO110
Grade: A
Dec 1, 2015

Good class

4.0
2.0
BIO110
Dec 1, 2015

I enjoyed dr. Reza and he made science a lot more simpler for me

4.0
3.0
BIO110
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 1, 2015

You may get lost in technical terms during lectures or labs, but if you ask him to clear the, up for you, you'll usually get it the second time through.

4.0
3.0
BIO110
Dec 1, 2015

Dr. Reza is a nice professor and he will help you out if you need help.

4.0
2.0
BIO221
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 1, 2015

Overall a good professor and a great class with interesting subject material. Be warned, the accent proves difficult at times.

5.0
2.0
BIO110
Grade: B+
Dec 2, 2015

Dr. Reza is real cool, gave good lectures and joked with us. Actually learned things.

5.0
3.0
BIO110
Dec 2, 2015

He is a good teacher who knows what he is talking about and students respect that.

5.0
3.0
BIO110
Dec 4, 2015

Mr. Reza is a lively person that really enjoys doing his lectures. e tries to make the class fun and not so hard for us non-biology majors.

4.0
2.0
BIO309
Grade: B
Dec 5, 2015

Would've like more lab activities involving animals, live or dead.

4.0
3.0
BIO221
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 5, 2015

Reza always had good class discussion. Most of the students in the class were there because their major was environmental science, so many questions were posed and Reza could always give good feedback. The field trips were not on the top of the list because there just wasn't a guided tour of some sort for Dockery Farms.

5.0
3.0
BIO461
Dec 7, 2015

He's great!

5.0
3.0
BIO110
Grade: B+
Dec 7, 2015

Very personable teacher. A hands on teacher. If you put in effort he will notice.

5.0
1.0
BIO110
Apr 7, 2016

Didn't like biology but he made the class more fun to like. Will take another class under him.

4.0
2.0
BIO110
Grade: A-
Apr 7, 2016

Goes out of the way to make sure students understand the lecture. He is very nice. He make biology easier by breaking it down further.

5.0
1.0
BIO110
Apr 7, 2016

He's a good teacher and help us to understand. He interacts with every student and help each one to achieve goals in class. Respectful.

5.0
2.0
BIO110
Grade: B
Apr 7, 2016

Mr. Reza is very understanding and patient with his class, always willing to give anyone the opportunity to excel in his classroom. He doesn't believe in leaving anyone behind and leaving a lasting impression!

5.0
1.0
BIO110
Grade: A
Apr 7, 2016

I have learned so much in this class and it has been fun actually learning. Biology is my favorite subject and having Mr. Reza as a teacher made it much better. I would definitely take another course under Mr. Reza and I would highly recommend students to take his class. By the time you leave you will have great understanding and pure knowledge.

5.0
2.0
BIO110
Grade: B+
Apr 7, 2016

Dr. Reza is a very helpful instructor. He makes sure you have learned something everyday we have class, he don't move on until we have the concept in our head. Great instructor

5.0
2.0
BIO110
Grade: B+
Nov 3, 2016
Would take again

I enjoyed his class so much!! He is very caring and he always makes sure everyone understands the material. Very fair and nice teacher. I would strongly recommend taking his classes.

Gives good feedback
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
BIO309
Grade: A
Nov 12, 2018
Would take again

Dr. Reza is a great teacher with a great attitude. He really cares about his students, and he will help you out. He is very understanding, and he is an enjoyable teacher.

Gives good feedback
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
Caring
4.0
4.0
BIO110
Nov 16, 2018
Would take again

Explains very well, takes time to make sure everyone understands it, and seems to enjoy his job very much. His tests are very hard

Participation matters
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
Clear grading criteria
5.0
4.0
BIO461
Grade: A+
Nov 16, 2018
Would take again

Dr. Reza is a wonderful professor that we have here at Delta State University. I enjoy his course, he has a great way of making his lectures fun and interesting. We do a lot of hands on activities during lab and that provides a better learning strategies for most of us. He is also very helpful and understanding when we need some extra guidance.

Respected
Participation matters
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
BIO221
Grade: B+
Nov 16, 2018
Would take again

Best teacher ever!

Participation matters
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
Hilarious
5.0
2.0
BIO309
Grade: A+
Nov 18, 2018
Would take again

Dr. Raza said, "I am not going to force or beg you to learn, I want you to want to do it". I think that is how it should be. Dr. Reza was always there and always willing to help his student's in whatever way he could. I respect him as a teacher, and I am thankful I had the opportunity to study under him.

Inspirational
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
3.0
BIO221
Grade: A+
Nov 18, 2018
Would take again

I love Dr. Reiza

Skip class? You won't pass.
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
Caring
5.0
3.0
BIO309
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 20, 2018
Would take again

His lectures are understandable and caring to his students.

Respected
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
BIO309
Grade: B
Nov 23, 2018
Would take again

Dr. Reza is a great teacher

Respected
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
Clear grading criteria
4.0
2.0
BIO461
Grade: A
Nov 25, 2018
Would take again

Great teacher who seems to really enjoy teaching this topic so it makes it more enjoyable for the students.

Participation matters
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
BIO461
Grade: A
Nov 25, 2018
Would take again

Great Teacher, Works with you.

Respected
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
3.0
BIO461
Grade: B+
Nov 26, 2018
Would take again

The class is great. I would recommend the class

BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
EXTRA CREDIT
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
4.0
BIO309
Nov 26, 2018
Would take again

Great teacher, would take again

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
1.0
BIO309
Nov 26, 2018
Would take again

He is awesome!

Gives good feedback
Respected
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
BIO461
Grade: A
Nov 26, 2018
Would take again

I really enjoyed this course and this professor. I learned a lot while not being overwhelmed by tests and assignments

BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Caring
5.0
3.0
BIO461
Grade: A
Nov 26, 2018
Would take again

HE WAS A VERY GOOD TEACHER. HE WAS THERE TO HELP IF THINGS WERE DIFFICULT.

Participation matters
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
Caring
4.0
4.0
BIO461
Grade: A+
Nov 26, 2018
Would take again

Overall like his class.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
TEST HEAVY
5.0
3.0
BIO309
Grade: A
Nov 26, 2018
Would take again

Dr. Reza is one of my favorite professors that I have had throughout my entire college career. I will miss him, and his class after graduation!

BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Caring
5.0
4.0
BIO461
Grade: B
Nov 27, 2018
Would take again

I really enjoyed having him as a teacher. He was a very fun professor and willing to help you as long as you would ask. He made sure you had everything you needed before a test, and made sure you knew what you were going to be tested on.

BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
2.0
BIO309
Grade: C
Nov 27, 2018
Would take again

Good teacher, pop quizzes are pretty easy. test are over the previous cahpters.

Participation matters
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
4.0
BIO110
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 28, 2018
Would take again

Good teacher. Would take again

Respected
Participation matters
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
4.0
4.0
BIO461
Nov 28, 2018
Would take again

I really enjoyed Dr. Reza's class.

Tough Grader
Gives good feedback
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
4.0
4.0
BIO461
Nov 28, 2018
Would take again

Dont wait till the last day to study for the tests

Tough Grader
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
TEST HEAVY
4.0
4.0
BIO516
Nov 28, 2018
Wouldn't take again

I enjoyed my time in Mammology with Dr. Reza. However, I feel as if the course would be more enjoyable if the knowledge covered wasnt so broad. The level of difficulty was high for me due to the fact that I have no background knowledge about wild life. I would recommend his course to people with interests in wildlife and nature.

Skip class? You won't pass.
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
Clear grading criteria
4.0
4.0
BIO461
Nov 30, 2018
Would take again

Lots of memorization

Tough Grader
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
TEST HEAVY
5.0
3.0
BIO309
Grade: B
Apr 12, 2019
Would take again

Dr. Reza is great. I enjoy his class. He graded fairly and was very good to my class.

Accessible outside class
Participation matters
Caring
4.0
4.0
BIO309
Apr 12, 2019
Would take again

A lot of information for the tests.

Accessible outside class
Test heavy
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
BIO462
Grade: A+
Apr 12, 2019
Would take again

Dr. Reza is great!

Skip class? You won't pass.
Group projects
Lecture heavy
5.0
2.0
BIO462
Grade: B
Apr 12, 2019
Would take again

Dr. Reza is a good, fun teacher who has taught me a lot and I appreciate learning more about birds.

Respected
Lots of homework
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
BIO309
Grade: A+
Apr 12, 2019
Would take again

Great teacher and really caring guy!

Hilarious
Beware of pop quizzes
Caring
5.0
3.0
BIO490
Apr 12, 2019
Would take again

Great teacher but be prepared to work and read.

Accessible outside class
Get ready to read
Participation matters
5.0
3.0
BIO490
Grade: A
Apr 12, 2019
Would take again

I had never taken Dr. Reza until the BIO 490 Capstone class. I quickly found that he was very easy to talk to and I enjoyed going to his class. We discussed a lot of interesting scientific topics and I learned a lot! am already signed up to take one of his other courses next semester.

Accessible outside class
Participation matters
Caring
4.0
3.0
BIO309
Grade: B
Apr 13, 2019
Would take again

hes good and funnt but you need to pay attention all of his tests and quizes come directly from his powerpoints in class

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
Hilarious
4.0
3.0
BIO309
Apr 14, 2019
Would take again

He is a professor that knows the material is dry, but does his best to make it interesting to learn. Anyone that tries to make the students like the material is someone I would recommend again.

Participation matters
Graded by few things
Group projects
5.0
4.0
BIO490
Grade: A
Apr 15, 2019
Would take again

Dr. Reza is funny and down to Earth! He pours his heart out in lectures and inspires his students to travel!

Respected
Participation matters
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
BIO309
Apr 15, 2019
Would take again

great teacher, allows you to do extra credit.

5.0
4.0
BIO309
Grade: B+
Apr 16, 2019
Would take again

great teacher, this class inspired me and I learned so many new things. I'm looking forward to having more classes in the future.

Accessible outside class
Hilarious
Caring
4.0
3.0
BIO309
Apr 18, 2019
Would take again

Dr. Reza, teaches a variety of classes and I would recommend students to take his classes.

5.0
3.0
BIO462
Grade: B
Apr 28, 2019
Would take again

Do not procrastinate about studying. A field or literature based research is due before finals also.

Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
Beware of pop quizzes
5.0
3.0
BIO309
Grade: A-
Apr 29, 2019
Would take again

He is an amazing teacher!!

Gives good feedback
Respected
Group projects
3.0
4.0
BIO463
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 30, 2019
Would take again

Grades hard on the discussion questions on tests. Hard to get a perfect score on them

Accessible outside class
Beware of pop quizzes
Lecture heavy
3.0
3.0
BIO309
Grade: B
Nov 20, 2019
Wouldn't take again

He constantly changes due dates which makes it hard to keep up with when things have to be done.

5.0
3.0
BIO461
Grade: B+
Nov 20, 2019
Would take again

Amazing and fun

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Beware of pop quizzes
5.0
2.0
BIO461
Grade: A
Nov 20, 2019
Would take again

Fun class. Easy-to-follow lectures

Respected
Participation matters
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
BIO461
Grade: B-
Nov 20, 2019
Would take again

Great teacher. Always is wanting to help you out. Test are a little difficult. Ive taken him every semester here and will continue to.

Respected
Hilarious
Beware of pop quizzes
5.0
3.0
BIO461
Grade: A
Nov 20, 2019
Would take again

I took his mammalogy class and was successful in his class. He is always available to help a student and works with your schedule. He has fun with the class and I would take another class with him.

Respected
Accessible outside class
Hilarious
5.0
4.0
BIO309
Nov 20, 2019
Would take again

Dr. Rezas pretty interesting for a professor. Hes willing to explain information several times and loves talking with his students. Just study for the exams a bit more, and make sure to ask him specific questions if you need to.

5.0
3.0
BIO461
Grade: A-
Nov 20, 2019
Would take again

As long as you pay attention in class and don't procrastinate ,you should be able to get a good grade in the class but if not it can be really hard. Dr. Reza will help you if you need it so ask questions if you have any! don't wait until the last minute.

5.0
3.0
BIO461
Grade: A-
Nov 20, 2019
Would take again

I consider myself skilled at cramming the night before the test, but this class requires continual studying throughout the semester

Hilarious
Beware of pop quizzes
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
BIO461
Grade: B+
Nov 20, 2019
Would take again

I love Dr. Rezas class. Very informative.

Respected
Hilarious
Caring
4.0
2.0
BIO309
Grade: A+
Apr 15, 2021
Would take again

Great teacher! Super understanding and caring!

Get ready to read
Participation matters
So many papers
5.0
3.0
BIO309
Grade: B+
Apr 15, 2021
Would take again

Informative course. Professor knowledgeable on criteria and consistent on helping students with feedback and suggestions.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
BIO462
Grade: A
Apr 15, 2021
Would take again

Fantastic teacher, loves to joke and have fun. I felt very welcomed in his class and I would recommend him to anyone. It was a nice change of pace from the strict boring teachers I am used to.

Respected
Accessible outside class
Participation matters
4.0
4.0
BIO490
Grade: A
Apr 15, 2021
Would take again

Dr. Reza is a good teacher.

Get ready to read
Participation matters
So many papers
4.0
3.0
BIO309
Grade: B
Apr 15, 2021
Would take again

very fun class and i learned alot

Gives good feedback
4.0
3.0
BIO490
Apr 15, 2021
Would take again

Dr. Reza provided many articles, and we had guest speakers that would present these papers to the class. We wrote papers based off of what we learned in class. The articles were on various topics, but all dealt with biology/chemistry. Dr. Reza graded the papers in a timely manner, and he gave us plenty of notice for all assignments.

Participation matters
Hilarious
Lecture heavy
4.0
3.0
BIO426
Grade: A
Apr 15, 2021
Would take again

We did not have many class meetings, but he was always noticeably happy while teaching, and makes us more invested in the class because of it.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
BIO309
Grade: A-
Apr 15, 2021
Would take again

There was not much Dr. Reza asks of you. So I think the work load is reasonable and not too difficult.

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
3.0
BIO309
Grade: A
Apr 15, 2021
Would take again

Dr. Reza is a straight-forward guy; it's evident from the first day in his classroom that his goal is not to fail you, but to genuinely help you learn. Every question I have ever asked him over email was always answered aptly and his answers are generally sufficient for the subject matter.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Accessible outside class
5.0
2.0
BIO490
Grade: A
Apr 15, 2021
Would take again

Though there is quite a few reading assignments, the correlated assignments are quite easy. Overall, great class.

Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
4.0
3.0
BIO490
Grade: A+
Apr 16, 2021
Would take again

Dr. Reza has been nothing but helpful and understanding of my situations. I would highly recommend taking him for any class or having him as an advisor.

Accessible outside class
Participation matters
Caring
5.0
3.0
BIO309
Grade: A
Apr 16, 2021
Would take again

Dr. Reza 10/10

Gives good feedback
Caring
So many papers
5.0
4.0
BIO463
Grade: A
Apr 16, 2021
Would take again

This was my favorite class to take with Dr. Reza. Very informative and would take it again.

Respected
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
BIO462
Grade: A
Apr 16, 2021
Would take again

He is my favorite professor at Delta State University.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Accessible outside class
3.0
4.0
BIO309
Grade: Rather not say
Apr 16, 2021
Would take again

Good teacher

Get ready to read
Amazing lectures
Tough grader
1.0
2.0
BIO309
Grade: C+
Apr 16, 2021
Wouldn't take again

I follow the instructions to the finest detail. Then, when the assignment is complete he states it is incorrect. I am a good student based on my other classes and teacher relationships so he is obliviously he is the issue. He also shared a private email with the entire class without my consent. I do not think he is a good professor at all.

5.0
3.0
BIO110
Apr 16, 2021
Would take again

Patient, dedicated, and a kind personality

Gives good feedback
Respected
Caring
5.0
2.0
BIO490
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 16, 2021
Would take again

Great professor! Her doesn't require much just do your best

Respected
Participation matters
Inspirational
5.0
2.0
BIO309
Apr 16, 2021
Would take again

You write a lot of papers but its usually never more than a page or two!

Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
So many papers
4.0
3.0
BIO490
Grade: B+
Apr 16, 2021
Would take again

Dr. Reza really loves his country and wants other to be inspired by Bangladesh and he knows his scientific papers.

Respected
Inspirational
Clear grading criteria
5.0
4.0
BIO462
Apr 19, 2021
Would take again

Dr. Reza is a great professor! He cares about the well being and success of his students; in this day and age that is very rare considering professors have the mind set that their class has to be impossible or the hardest class students will take! Dr. Reza sets his class up in a way that students actually learn!

Participation matters
Hilarious
Caring
4.0
2.0
BIO490
Apr 29, 2021
Would take again

Always seems happy to be there and hang out, which makes class more interactive. Doesn't really do feedback or rubrics on assignments (at all) and has the most inflexible and unforgiving late policy of any teacher or professor I've had in my life, but assignments are very well explained in the description with fair due dates.

Hilarious
Lecture heavy
So many papers
3.0
3.0
BIO459
Nov 24, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Wasnt a horrible class. Was a bit unorganized but thats because it is the second time the class is being taught.

Graded by few things
Beware of pop quizzes
Lecture heavy
5.0
1.0
BIO110
Grade: B+
Nov 24, 2021
Would take again

Definitely a great professor!

Gives good feedback
Respected
Participation matters
3.0
3.0
BIO221
Nov 24, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Lots of PowerPoints were done and not enough interaction with students. This made the class a little tedious.

Graded by few things
Beware of pop quizzes
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
BIO461
Nov 24, 2021
Would take again

Dr. Reza is a very helpful, understanding, and caring teacher. His classes are very interesting and easy to succeed in if you pay attention and participate. He is very willing to help any chance he gets.

Respected
Accessible outside class
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
BIO309
Grade: B
Nov 24, 2021
Would take again

Dr. Reza is always open to help. He always answers questions to his fullest ability. He makes subject relatable in a sense sometimes. He makes learning fun and more exciting. The tests are sometimes difficult, but if you use the book to study, you should do extremely well!

Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
Beware of pop quizzes
5.0
1.0
BIO490
Grade: B
Nov 24, 2021
Would take again

He is a very caring professor. You can tell he want us all to succeed. His class was very fun. I took him for ornithology and that class was also fun.

Accessible outside class
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
BIO461
Grade: A
Nov 24, 2021
Would take again

Dr. Reza is the best!!

5.0
4.0
BIO461
Grade: A+
Nov 24, 2021
Would take again

Dr. Reza is an amazing teacher. He makes class and lab enjoyable, and he always keeps his lectures interesting. Specifically for this class, he has such a passion for mammalogy, so it was extremely interesting and enjoyable.

Respected
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
3.0
BIO309
Grade: B
Nov 24, 2021
Would take again

Always appears happy to be there. I was always learning something when I was there.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Beware of pop quizzes
5.0
1.0
BIO490
Grade: A
Nov 27, 2021
Would take again

Dr. Reza was great. He is very nice, just do your reading, and you will be fine. Make sure to look through his files at the beginning of the semester.

Get ready to read
Graded by few things
So many papers
5.0
3.0
BIO461
Grade: A
Nov 29, 2021
Would take again

He is so nice and understanding.

Accessible outside class
Hilarious
Beware of pop quizzes
5.0
2.0
BIO490
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 29, 2021
Would take again

Dr. Reza is very kind and helpful. He makes sure everyone understands the material and assignments. Hes very talkative and make sure everyone is comfortable to speak about their personal life.

Gives good feedback
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
BIO309
Grade: A
Nov 30, 2021
Would take again

Dr. Reza is a caring teacher who goes the extra mile to make sure students are prepared and understand class material.

Respected
Group projects
Caring
3.0
3.0
BIO221
Grade: B
Nov 30, 2021
Would take again

Is a good teacher and is very understandable.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Graded by few things
5.0
3.0
BIO221
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 30, 2021
Would take again

Beware of pop quizzes

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Beware of pop quizzes
5.0
3.0
BIO221
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 30, 2021
Would take again

Beware of pop quizzes.

Respected
Clear grading criteria
Beware of pop quizzes
5.0
3.0
BIO221
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 30, 2021
Would take again

Beware of pop quizzes. Dr. Reza was super nice throughout all semester!!

Gives good feedback
Respected
Beware of pop quizzes
5.0
3.0
BIO461
Grade: B+
Dec 1, 2021
Would take again

He's a really chill professor but will still expect the best from you

Gives good feedback
Beware of pop quizzes
Amazing lectures
4.0
4.0
BIO221
Grade: A
Dec 1, 2021
Would take again

Very interactive with class so he asks students lots of questions in class. Personable with students. He likes to know students interests and how he can help make the class better. Flexible with moving assignments if the class needs more time but NOT flexible if you miss an assignment. Does not accept late work. Doesn't give a lot of feedback.

Participation matters
Beware of pop quizzes
Tough grader
5.0
3.0
BIO309
Grade: A
Dec 1, 2021
Would take again

Great professor. Easy to talk with and change the schedule around to meet the students need.

Respected
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
2.0
BIO490
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 1, 2021
Would take again

Dr. Reza is an understanding professor and makes sure everything is taught well to our knowledge.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Clear grading criteria
4.0
3.0
BIO221
Dec 3, 2021
Would take again

I enjoyed the class, however toward the end of the semester the powerpoints were getting fast. What I mean is there was less time actually going over the content and just felt like a crash-course and kind of hard to follow along with. The professor was also very nice and helpful when it came to helping his students.

Accessible outside class
Skip class? You won't pass.
Beware of pop quizzes
5.0
3.0
BIO462
Grade: A
Apr 27, 2022
Would take again

He is very kinda and willing to work with you throughout all of his courses.

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Beware of pop quizzes
4.0
4.0
BIO462
Grade: B
Apr 27, 2022
Would take again

Around 6 pop quizzes per semester but one grade is dropped. Tough grader on papers but gives good amount of feedback to make adjustments. Takes attendance everyday and notices when students are not in class. Very caring about responsive with personal issues. Does not accept late work.

Tough grader
Participation matters
Beware of pop quizzes
3.0
2.0
1719254
Grade: B
Apr 27, 2022

What is expected on assignments is a little unlcear

Get ready to read
Group projects
Accessible outside class
4.0
1.0
BIO309
Grade: B-
Apr 27, 2022
Would take again

Students should take into consideration in turning assignments in early because he does not take any exceptions at all .

Tough grader
Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
5.0
3.0
BIO490
Grade: B+
Apr 27, 2022
Would take again

Great professor! He really cares about his students and their academic success!

Get ready to read
Participation matters
So many papers
5.0
3.0
BIO426
Grade: B
Apr 28, 2022
Would take again

Be prepared for quizzes, do not miss a class attendance is important, study, and ask questions !

Gives good feedback
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
BIO463
Grade: B+
Apr 28, 2022
Would take again

I really liked this class.

5.0
1.0
18291
Grade: C
May 1, 2022
Would take again

He was a great teacher and made everything easy

Group projects
Lots of homework
5.0
4.0
BIO463
Grade: Not sure yet
May 2, 2022
Would take again

love this professor, honestly wouldn't have half the motivation I do without him.

Tough grader
Inspirational
Beware of pop quizzes
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