4.9

Anitha Iyer

Biology - Lone Star College (all)

4.9
Quality
2.5
Difficulty
98%
Would Retake
105
Reviews
4.9
Quality
2.5
Difficulty

98%

Would Retake

105

Reviews

Rating Distribution
105 total ratings

5

49

4

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3

1

2

0

1

0

What Students Say

Professor Iyer is an amazing teacher

BIOL1409 - 5.0 rating

Hands down the best professor I have ever had

BIOL1408 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

77%

Textbook Required

0%

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Predicted Grade

A+

95% confidence
Based on 25 grades
Most common grades:
A (13)
A+ (7)
B+ (3)
Grade Distribution
A(20)B(0)C(0)D(0)F(0)A-/B+(5)
Based on 25 reported grades
A: 13
A+: 7
B+: 3
A-: 2
Common Tags
Caring (32)
Respected (23)
Amazing lectures (21)
Gives good feedback (14)
Inspirational (8)
Participation matters (7)
EXTRA CREDIT (6)
Skip class? You won't pass. (6)
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5.0
2.0
BIOL1408
Grade: A
Dec 5, 2017
Would take again

OMG! Hands down the best professor I have ever had. She truly cares and will take time to make sure that everyone understands before she moves on. Show up to class she randomly takes up labs for grades. Final is NOT comprehensive! Which is awesome, each test are only over 2-3 chapters. Love her! Wish could take for bio 2-filled up first day of reg.

Amazing lectures
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5.0
2.0
BIO1408
Dec 9, 2017
Would take again

I am taking Professor Iyer again for Biology 1409! Her passion for biology is infectious and makes you want to learn. She breaks topics down well, especially for non-science majors. I feel like I actually got to know more about how biology applies to my own life, rather than just memorizing a copious amount of facts/terms.

Respected
Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
3.0
BIO1408
Grade: A
Dec 15, 2017
Would take again

Awesome, Awesome teacher! And this is coming from someone that hates Biology. She makes it very easy to understand, as long as you go to the lectures it is an easy A. Highly recommend her!

Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
BIO1408
Grade: B+
Dec 18, 2017
Would take again

Professor Iyer is a wonderful and caring teacher... I honestly never have taken a Hybrid course and I missed the first day of school and she took the time to email me if I was okay. Her test are common sense and usually about 1-3 chapters. Always take Notes on whatever she says because that will be on the test for sure!

Inspirational
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
BIOL1414
Grade: A
Dec 23, 2017
Would take again

Amazing professor. The info is hard but she makes it fun and easier to learn. 2 exams + final (not cumulative!) and some small projects. Labs are so much fun! Wish she taught all my classes!!!!

Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
Would take again
5.0
2.0
BIO1408
Grade: A
Jan 11, 2018
Would take again

Iyer's class was awesome! She really loves bio and makes the class easy to understand. Her tests are easy, but be sure to study and you'll get good grades. Show up to every lec and lab because sometimes there are activities & lab assignments that she takes for a grade. 2 fun projects, 1 is a paper & 1 is a movie presentation. Taking again for 1409

Skip class? You won't pass.
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
BIOL1408
Feb 6, 2018
Would take again

I have avoided biology for years. Took a biology for non science majors, super easy. Her in class reviews are almost identical to test. Two very easy projects and a few assignments. Highly recommend for easy A

Caring
5.0
3.0
BIO1408
Grade: A-
Mar 31, 2018
Would take again

Mrs. Iyer is one of the best professors at Lone Star. She is a caring woman, and she makes her lectures entertaining as she knows that biology is not everyone's favorite topic. Labs are neither difficult nor time consuming, but they do require you to work with your team and Mrs. Iyer is always glad to help.

Respected
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
2.0
BIO1409
Apr 8, 2018
Would take again

Took her for honors and she is by far the best professor and cares about her students and what she teaches. If you have trouble understanding bio I totally recommend her. She teaches the material in more than just one way and if you actually pay attention you should do great!

Respected
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
BIO1409
Apr 24, 2018
Would take again

I took Professor Iyers honors class. She is a caring, knowledgeable professor who understands the biology may not be everyones favorite subject. Her lectures are fun. She does not assign too many assignments. Tests are easy if you study and labs are not difficult since she is willing to help if need be. I would highly recommend her!

Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
3.0
BIOL1408
Apr 26, 2018
Would take again

Prof. Iyer is awesome!! She worked with me thru this semester and I am able to pass this class even though I had so many health issues. She didnt give up on me. She is very prompt with emails and is very encouraging. I highly recommend her.

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
BIO1409
May 11, 2018
Would take again

Prof. Iyer is awesome!! Her lectures are engaging; she includes cool videos and personal stories. She assigns cool projects (invasive species presentation), and has reasonable tests and labs. I will miss her!

Respected
Participation matters
Caring
5.0
3.0
BIOL1409
Grade: A-
May 29, 2018
Would take again

Professor Iyer is an amazing teacher! She shows interesting videos for every lecture and breaks down her PowerPoints to get a better understanding. She has group quizzes, 4 exams and 2 projects(you present of of them at the end of the semester). Would take her class again in a heart beat!

Inspirational
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
BIOL1408
Aug 9, 2018
Would take again

OMG! She is awesome. If you have to take Biology take her class. She made the class fun and interesting. I took both 1408 and 1409 with Mrs. Iyer.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
BIOL1414
Grade: A+
Jan 8, 2019
Would take again

Besides one test which I got a 92 on, I had 100% in all the other assignments. I'm a biology major so intro was very easy and prof Iyer made it even easier. She gave real world advice when working in a lab which I really appreciated. I cannot wait to take her for Cell Culture. Her tests are super straightforward and she is a chill grader.

Respected
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
1.0
BIOL1409
Grade: A+
May 30, 2019
Would take again

Take Prof Iyer you will not regret it!! I took her for 1409 and I really wish I would've taken her for 1408 as well. She has group quizzes, 2 super easy and fun projects that are impossible to make less than an A on, plus tests and lab practicals straight from notes/lectures. She keeps her class interesting with stories from India and is so sweet.

Amazing lectures
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
BIO1409
Grade: A+
Jul 8, 2019
Would take again

If you need to take Biology , this is the teacher to take. She relays everything to real life and shows a ton of videos to give her students a visual about what she is discussing. I LOVE this teacher and if I needed more Biology I would take her. She made me love biology and look forward to her classes.

Inspirational
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
BIOL1414
Nov 3, 2019
Would take again

This is a fun class and Prof. Iyer is the best teacher. The labs are so hands on and every day you do something new!! 2 interesting projects. If you are looking for a fun Biology class, take this and take it with Prof. Iyer

Respected
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
BIOL1408
Grade: A
Nov 22, 2019
Would take again

Professor Iyer is AMAZING!!!!!! Don't even doubt taking her, just sign up. I've never liked Biology, in fact I barely passed in high school, but she makes the class interesting and she is just a wonderful person. Just memorize the slides and maybe read a little bit from the textbook and show up for labs and you are guaranteed to get an A.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
BIO1408
Grade: A+
Dec 17, 2019
Would take again

She is the most amazing professor I have ever had! She is funny and caring and loves biology so it makes the class easy to understand and get into. I would 100% take her class again.

Respected
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
2.0
BIO1408
Grade: A
Jan 14, 2020
Would take again

Professor Iyer is amazing! She really cares about her students and sets realistic goals with your workload from other classes in mind. 2 projects, 4 tests, and the very occasional pop quiz. Just study her notes and show up for lab and you'll make an A. Honestly bummed I didn't get to take her for 1409!

Clear grading criteria
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
3.0
4.0
BIO1408
Jan 21, 2020
Wouldn't take again

I found Professor Iyer's class hard. You are not allowed to take pictures with your cellphone, and you seriously have to pay close attention. The exams were very hard you will need to read the book, the lab book, and power points.

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
Participation matters
5.0
3.0
BIOL1409
May 5, 2020
Would take again

Mrs. Iyer is the best. I took her for both 1408 and 1409. I wish she would teach all my classes. When we moved to the online classes this semester, the transition was seamless. She was very organized and the assignments and exams were structured so well that we had no problems adjusting. Best of all, she was very prompt in email and feedback.

Respected
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
BIOL1414
Grade: A+
May 17, 2020
Would take again

An amazing and caring teacher. Very organized! She explains everything so clearly & any question you have, she will answer and helps you understand. The online transition was no problem at all. Lectures are very informative and labs are very hands on. If you have the chance of taking her class, just do it! You won't regret it!

Gives good feedback
Respected
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
BIO1408
Grade: A
Jun 6, 2020
Would take again

My favorite professor in Lonestar! Took her for Biol I and Biotech. She makes class fun, she is very caring and explains things very well! Make sure to come to every class and do your work! Labs are fun and easy. TAKE HER!

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
2.0
BIOL1408
Sep 2, 2020
Would take again

Professor Iyer is one of the sweetest professors I've ever met. You will enjoy taking her class!

Respected
Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
3.0
BIO1408
Nov 9, 2020
Would take again

I am in her hybrid class this semester. She is amazing. Very organized and very caring. Labs are fun and she also helps with questions and review when we meet for labs, don't miss this. Her D2L is very organized, no confusion at all. WebEx sessions are good and always has time for questions. Very prompt with emails. Take her!

Gives good feedback
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
BIOL1414
Dec 1, 2020
Would take again

Amazing professor and fun class!

Gives good feedback
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
BIOL1414
May 18, 2021
Would take again

This was a fun class!!!! Even with it being hybrid due to Covid, we did a lot. I really enjoyed the numerous hands-on labs. Mrs. Iyer made sure that by the end of the semester, we were confident in lab and well prepared for the next class. Amazing teacher, prompt with email responses and always available for questions. Take her class!

Inspirational
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
BIOL1408
Jun 4, 2021
Would take again

Amazing teacher! Ms. Iyer is very organized. The class is set up very well on D2L and no sudden surprises. She is very caring and very good with getting back to you in a timely manner. I highly recommend her class. I wish I could take her for BIOL 1409

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
BIOL1414
Oct 27, 2021
Would take again

This is such a fun class and Prof. Iyer is amazing. The class atmosphere was so positive. We mastered a lot of new lab techniques and it was just fun. Prof. Iyers is very patient and is very organized. I highly recommend this class and Prof. Iyer

Gives good feedback
Respected
Caring
5.0
2.0
BIO1408
Grade: A
Dec 19, 2021
Would take again

Professor Iyer was a joy to take for biology. She follows the schedule she sets at the beginning of the semester to a T. I've had teachers that are not helpful during lab projects and expect you to understand everything in an intro class. Iyer would take time to explain lab procedure and then be present to help every step of the way.

Gives good feedback
Group projects
Caring
5.0
2.0
BIO1408
Grade: A
Jan 25, 2022
Would take again

The absolute sweetest professor I've ever had. I took her hybrid class and I enjoyed lectures so much. She makes biology fun. Be prepared to purchase the textbook and lab manual. As long as you follow along and do your assignments you will be fine. The tests aren't crazy hard but reading helps alot! She does a project for the final, no essay!!

Respected
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
BIOL1409
Apr 12, 2022
Would take again

Mrs. Iyer is awesome. Just the most caring teacher ever! The classroom atmosphere is always upbeat. She always has an activity to review material covered in class. Notes are posted on D2L. Many of my classmates had taken her 1408 class and enjoyed it. She is very prompt with email. The best professor at Lone Star!

Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
Caring
5.0
3.0
BIOL1414
May 24, 2022
Would take again

If you are looking for a fun but informative science class you should take this class. Mrs. Iyer makes leaning fun and by the end of the semester you have hands-on experience with many Biotech/lab skills. I was returning to college after a break and this class has enabled me to continue in Biotech/Biology. Highly recommend the class and instructor

Gives good feedback
Respected
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
BIO1408
Grade: A
Dec 2, 2022
Would take again

Her hybrid class was phenomenal, and I was able to understand the material easily and effectively. She posts lecture videos each week which are extremely helpful and gives a reasonable amount of assignments/homework. She is so enthusiastic about teaching and is easily accessible at all times. I would choose this professor over and over again!

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
Respected
5.0
3.0
BIO1408
Apr 10, 2023
Would take again

Highly recommend taking Prof.Iyer. I took her for BIOL 1408 and I am right now in her BIOL 1409 class. Both classes were interesting and fun. She is very organized with her lecture and very prompt with her emails. Students feel very comfortable to ask questions in lecture and lab. Very caring and understanding teacher

Caring
Respected
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
1409
Apr 21, 2023
Would take again

Very organized. Lecture notes are posted ahead of class on D2L and she supplements it with lots of videos in class. I am a visual learner so this helped a lot. She is prompt with email and grading. I enjoyed her class and highly recommend.

Amazing lectures
Caring
Respected
5.0
3.0
BIO2307
Grade: A
May 8, 2023
Would take again

Professor Iyer is the most caring teacher I have ever had. I had her for BITC 2431. All the Biotech teachers are great at Lone Star. She does expect you to show up, read, and be prepared. She is a very fair grader and really wants you to be successful, but you do have to put in the work. I would highly recommend taking her classes.

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
3.0
BIOL1408
May 22, 2023
Would take again

Amazing teacher. I had not had Biology since high school and was very nervous taking it. Now I am done with both 1408 and 1409 and it is because of Prof. Iyer. She loves Biology and passes that on to her students. Best Professor at Lone Star! Highly recommend taking her classes.

Amazing lectures
Respected
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
BIOL1408
Oct 6, 2023
Would take again

Amazing professor! I am currently in her BIOL 1408 class, and I will surely be taking her BIOL 1409 class in the Spring. The classroom atmosphere is so upbeat...lots of questions, interactions and I am learning so much. Hands down she is the BEST teacher at Lone Star College!

Inspirational
Caring
Respected
5.0
1.0
BIO1409
Grade: B+
Dec 14, 2023
Would take again

She was one of the best professors I have had, she is super funny, really cares about how you do in the class, and does not give homework. 10/10!

Inspirational
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
3.0
BIOL1414
Jun 11, 2024
Would take again

This is a fun class. Labs are hands-on and very interesting. Prof. Iyer's class is very organized and easy to follow. She helps you through the lab and is very responsive to questions. Great class and great professor!

Caring
Respected
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
BIOL1414
Grade: A
Feb 3, 2025
Would take again

Prof. Iyer's class is super engaging with hands-on labs. She explains concepts clearly and is always available to help. For study prep, I found unstuck AI and the free textbook really useful.

5.0
3.0
BIOL1409
May 28, 2025
Would take again

I enjoyed Prof Iyer's 1409 class. I initially took this class as it satisfied my second science requirement but enjoyed it a lot. She is very patient and is always ready to answer questions. She is passionate about Biology and shares that with us. She took time to know, talk to every student in the class, even a quite one like myself. Great class!

Amazing lectures
Caring
Respected
5.0
3.0
BIOL1414
Dec 9, 2025
Would take again

I really enjoyed this class. The labs are cool and you pick up a lot of different techniques. Prof. Iyers is very organized and super helpful. The class atmosphere was the best of all my semesters at LSC. Highly recommend Prof. Iyer and this class. Take it if you are looking for a hands-on (fun!) science class taught by the best Professor at LSC

Clear grading criteria
Caring
Accessible outside class
5.0
1.0
BIO1408
Grade: A+
Dec 11, 2025
Would take again

She was THE best prof at LoneStar. Her class is well organized, she provides a easily amount of work, extra credit, and review sheets for all exams. She is HILARIOUS and genuinely cares for each and every student. Not one person dropped her class. If you don't take her, you're making a mistake. LOVE HER!!!

EXTRA CREDIT
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
1.0
BIO1408
Grade: A
Dec 13, 2025
Would take again

I absolutely LOVED Prof. Iyer! She was very clear and straightforward with what she expects. All you have to do is be in class, everything else is self explanatory. It's an easy A as long as you do your work. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

Participation matters
Caring
Respected
5.0
2.0
1408
Grade: A+
Dec 21, 2025
Would take again

Professor Iyer is amazing, I definitely recommend taking any of her courses. She takes the time to talk through difficult concepts, and offers many tricks to remembering information/studying.

Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
Caring
5.0
3.0
BIO1408
Grade: B+
Dec 22, 2025
Would take again

Incredibly knowledgeable professor who clearly loves Biology. There is a lot of information to remember for test, but the lectures are really thorough. Labs are so much fun and really provide an on-hand approach to learning the material. You must participate in class as the final is a presentation with questions & it helps to really learn the info.

Get ready to read
Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

77%

Textbook Required

0%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

A+

95% confidence
Based on 25 grades
Most common grades:
A (13)
A+ (7)
B+ (3)
Grade Distribution
A(20)B(0)C(0)D(0)F(0)A-/B+(5)
Based on 25 reported grades
A: 13
A+: 7
B+: 3
A-: 2
Common Tags
Caring (32)
Respected (23)
Amazing lectures (21)
Gives good feedback (14)
Inspirational (8)
Participation matters (7)
EXTRA CREDIT (6)
Skip class? You won't pass. (6)
Rating Trend

Stable

+0.06 avg change
Oct
Dec
Jun
Feb
May
Dec
Last 6 months
Ratings by Course

1408

5.0

(1)

1409

5.0

(1)

BIOL1408

5.0

(9)

BIOL1414

5.0

(11)

BIO1409

5.0

(5)
+3 more courses
Difficulty by Course

1409

3.0

BIO2307

3.0

BIOL1414

2.9

BIOL1408

2.7

BIOL1409

2.6

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