4.4

Brian McFarlin

Health Science - University of Houston

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Great teacher and a very easy class

KIN1304 - 4.0 rating

He gives notes every day

KIN3306 - 3.0 rating
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KIN3306
May 10, 2005

He gives notes every day. his tests are hard but he grades on a big curve. and he takes attendance everyday. he is the only one that teaches that class so you have to take him!!!

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KIN3306
Aug 8, 2005

I loved this class! I really like to work out and it was incredibly fascinating to discover all of the changes going on in my body. It was tough, especially since I took it in the summer, but Dr. McFarlin grades on a curve and the class is interesting. If you don't understand something, Dr. McFarlin is always willing to meet with you to review.

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KIN3306
Jun 26, 2006

You have to study to make a good grade. He's very educated and is willing to explain things any time. He grades on a curve, a big curve because the questions are challenging. You can received an A with a 65 average!!! Class average can be around 35!!!

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KIN3306
Dec 17, 2006

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KIN3306
May 1, 2007

Very knowledgable about the topic, I felt challenged and I am now a better student.

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KIN3306
Nov 19, 2007

very educated and knowledgeable. very good at answering even not class or text related questions about fitness and health. big curve bc the class is hard. you have to study, but dont you for any class? highly recommended- i learned a lot from him.

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KIN1304
Jan 20, 2008

He's really very simple. All of the information he tests over is given to you in ample time. All of it it comprehensible. There's really no reason not to do well in his class. He works very hard to make it easy for his students to understand and do well.

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KIN3306
Apr 8, 2008

This class rocks, Dr. McFarlin is a really awesome instructor!! If you are a student at UH, you should try to take one of his classes. Even though I did not get an 'A', I still learned tones of information that will be important to my future career. Thank you Dr. McFarlin for caring as much as you do!!

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KIN1304
Apr 30, 2008

this was an easy class, i would definitely recommend this class and prof. there is no text, i took this class online, so just keep up with the deadlines. awesome prof, interesting subject, and i made an A easy to accomplish.

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KIN3306
Dec 5, 2008

His tests are challenging, but I learned a good deal. I definitely recommend him!

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KIN2333
Dec 5, 2008

Dr. McFarlin is very comprehensible. The material is really hard, but he provided plenty of resources to prepare you for the lectures. Buying the book is optional in his class because he gives you all the material that you need for the exam. I woudl take his class anytime.

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KIN3306
Dec 5, 2008

Generous with extra credit.

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KIN3306
Dec 5, 2008

Dr. McFarlin is an awesome professor!! The information may be a little hard to get, but when you understand one thing, everything else just seems to fall into place. This class is not easy but it is not difficult either. His teaching is SO effective. I loved the way he taught. You should most definitely take this class!! My grade should be a B!

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KIN3306
Dec 5, 2008

the class is not easy but Dr.McFarlin does everything he can to help you. the test are very hard but there is a curve and extra credit. attendance was mandatory. i would recommended that you take this class with Dr. McFarlin.

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KIN3306
Dec 6, 2008

He is a hard teacher, but he gives alot of extra credit and big curves!

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KIN3306
Dec 6, 2008

Computer savvy,records his lectures online. If you ask questions he explains things very thoroughly for you. The curves are good to have since the tests are difficult.

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KINE1304
Dec 9, 2008

no textbook... take the quizzes on time and post on the discussion board and youll get an a. you get 2 tries on each quiz so theres no reason not to get every question right

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KIN3306
Dec 10, 2008

Dr. Mcfarlin is an excellent professor. Very knowledgeable. He is younger and utilizes new technology well (itunes U, learning games, webct). The tests are very hard and are worded in ways that require a very strong grasp on the subject matter. Not an easy A but if you are looking to actually learn, this is a GREAT prof.

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KINS3306
Dec 10, 2008

Dr. MacFarlin is an excellent profesor, I like the way he set up his lecture outline which make you have to come into class to get the information. The Exam is hard, although if you really study you do fine, and he very great with extra credit too.

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KIN3306
Dec 11, 2008

Dr. McFarlin was a great professor, he was very clear and the notes were easy to follow.

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KIN3306
Dec 11, 2008

I think the professor is knowledgeable about the material he is teaching. The tests are difficult but he gives curves and extra credit. It is not necessary to buy the book and his web ct website has a lot of information to help students.

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KIN3306
Dec 11, 2008

Hard class but big curves!

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KIN3306
Dec 11, 2008

I love the curves because this is a hard class. You can take the quizzes as many times as you want, and there are games on web ct to help you with that.

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KIN3306
Dec 11, 2008

I think Dr. Mc Farlin knows his material and he tries to help the students as much as possible. He gives big curves and opportunities for extra credit. I love what he did with web ct and all the online lectures and quizzes are helpful when reviewing material.

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KIN3306
Dec 12, 2008

If you have the opportunity to take any of Dr. McFarlin's classes I would highly recommend it! We weren't required to buy the book, he records all of his lectures and posts them online, and he goes way out of his way to help his students. Not to mention, he's really funny. I would definately take him again!!!

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KIN3306
Dec 12, 2008

I learned a lot in this class with the online and in-class lectures. The in-class lecture audio really helped with my studying because I was able to listen and take more notes. I liked the clickers because it gave all students a chance to answer the questions. The interactive games were helpful when reviewing the material. The in-class notes w

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KIN3306
Dec 13, 2008

Dr. McFarlin's lectures are very interesting and he keeps them entertaining with his dry wit and sense of humor. He's very approachable and always willing to help student's where they are.

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KINES3306
Dec 14, 2008

His teaching was effective and you learn a lot but it's definitely a class that requires a lot of studying. His tests are hard but he generally has a good curve. I learned a ton from this class and actually did enjoy it.

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KIN3306
Dec 16, 2008

Dr. McFarlin is a very good professor, he knows what he's talking about and and very helpful to his students. Class content is difficult to understand, and tests are difficult, however his curve for each individual exam helps out a lot!

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KIN3306
Dec 17, 2008

I think he is a very helpful teacher, but the class is really hard to understand. The online material is very helpful, but I do not think it helped with the exams. There are three tests including the final but the first is worth the least and the final is worth the most points and it is an accumulative one. The good thing is he gives extra credit a

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KIN3306
Dec 17, 2008

He is a very knowledgeable PHD teacher which he never failed to remind the class, I personally think with that degree he taught us like we were going for our doctorate degree. He is very helpful though and he gives many opportunities to speak with him. His design on web ct is wonderful, and I loved how we could listen to his lectures. This is a har

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KIN3306
Dec 17, 2008

Dr. McFarlin's class was really interesting. he required clickers for answering questions and attendance. I held online review sessions before the tests. The tests are crazy hard, I studied like crazy, but he's a great teacher and gives interesting lectures so I enjoyed the class, you just have to study his notes and powerpoints, Book not required

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KIN3306
Dec 18, 2008

Though this is a hard class one thing I can say about Dr. McFarlin is he is very helpful.He cares about his students and he never fails to so this especially with his late night reviews on web ct.

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KIN1304
Dec 20, 2008

I took this class online in Fall of 2008. It was my EASIEST class! Its a weekly quiz. 10 questions and you have two attempts. There are just 3 discussions and his final exam is like the quiz. There is NO textbook, just his lecture slides. It was such an interesting class and the best part was that it was so EASY that you actually enjoy the content.

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KIN1304
Dec 20, 2008

The professor is really nice. He is teaching in winter of 2008-2009. He is so nice and helpful. Really easy class.

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KIN3306
Jan 5, 2009

He was a helpful teacher!

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KIN1252
May 6, 2009

I took his class KIN 1252 via webct and it was a breeze. As long as you keep up with the quizzes and discussions you will learn a lot and make a A.

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KIN3306
Jul 1, 2009

Dr. McFarlin is an exellent professor. He is great at explaining the material in a way that helps you understand the real world applications of the concepts. He shares alot of his interesting research experiences as it applies to the subject matter. Additionally, he is tech savy and he provides alot of online learning resources on webct.Great Prof

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KINE3306
Jul 6, 2009

the class is definitely difficult but hes the most helpful professor i've ever had. he went out of his way to make himself avalible to students so theres really no reason not to do well. you dont need the textbook... 3 exams in class and like 9 quizzes online

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KIN3306
Jul 6, 2009

Hard class, but a great teacher. I'm not the best student when it comes to science, but he was very straightforward and efficient. It's a great class because he knows his stuff and he is not there to hear himself speak, though he does put his lectures on blackboard, which is very helpful. Overall, best teacher i've had at U of H.

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KIN3306
Jul 21, 2009

Great Prof!! His class is hard but as long as you keep up on the work and take advantage of his review sessions you will do just fine. He is VERY helpful!!

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KIN3306
Aug 26, 2009

great teacher

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KIN1252
Apr 28, 2010

Easy A. Good teacher.

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KIN1252
May 9, 2010

Online course is the EASIEST A YOU WILL EVER GET: 9 quizzes, that you can retake unlimited times until you max the points, 3 easy message board discussions, and an online final you can take twice and count the highest score. No textbook, just a 20 min. video for each lesson and that's it. Hard to retain the info presented, though.

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KIN1304
Jul 30, 2010

GREAT PROFESSOR! I took him for an online course and passed with flying colors. Easiest A ever!

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KIN3306
Aug 26, 2010

He is an amazing professor, he is extremely helpful and answers any questions that the student have, he is funny. If you just study his notes, go to class everyday you will make a B or A. GOODLUCK EVERYONE!!

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KINES1304
Dec 15, 2010

Really easy Kinesiology course!! Read the syllabus, listen to the lectures, take the quizzes and participate in the discussion you should get an A in the course!

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KIN3306
Dec 22, 2010

He is NOT helpful! His online classes are incredibly easy but his lecture classes are impossibly hard. Try hard to find another professor

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KIN3306
Dec 26, 2010

His lecture classes are definitely not as simple as his online classes. Very helpful teacher. Gives many extra credit opportunities, holds exam reviews via net, and answers questions in a timely manner. IF HE CATCHES YOU CHEATING, POOR YOU! Classes are not mandatory but everything on the tests comes from what HE SAYS DURING LECTURES!

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KINE3306
Jul 3, 2011

The first few topics were kind of confusing to me. The second half got alot better. I did take the class in the summer, was a little hard because we didn't have as many days according to plan. Overall interesting class, a little difficult though as well.

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KIN3306
Jul 3, 2011

Class was interesting and he was very clear with lectures. This class is easy as long as you go to class and hear what he says because he'll ask questions on test the way he phrased it in class. His test pt system is great and it's more helpful to make an A! He curves :)

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KIN3306
Jul 3, 2011

I thought the class and material were very clear and easy to understand. I took biochemistry prior to taking this class, so this may have helped. The lectures from previous semesters were posted and were almost exactly like the lectures given in class. I was able to have my outline done before I went into class. Overall a good class and teacher

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KIM3306
Jul 3, 2011

It's a very interesting class and Dr. Mcfarlin is as informative as he is funny. It's pretty sweet. The tests are freakin' hard, but you'll be alright if you just study a bit. He also gives you tons of resources (old lectures, audio lecture, dragons) to make sure you rock it out.

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KIN3306
Jul 3, 2011

The information being taught very enjoyable, but it is extremely difficult to communicate/get in touch with the professor outside of class.

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KIN3306
Jul 3, 2011

The class was listed incorrectly, so the class dates were constantly being revised. But I think he did a good job helping us through it and gave many opportunities to improve our grade.

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KIN3306
Jul 3, 2011

The schedule got messed up at the beginning of the summer, but he was able to make it fair. The tests are hard, but they are curved, so that helps. His lectures are very good and he takes the time to answer any questions.

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KIN3306
Jul 3, 2011

Took him in the summer, its your standard lecture with slides. No book needed. Tests are hard but curves are good, so overall the class was not hard at all.

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KIN3306
Jul 3, 2011

Fairly cut and dry material. It's not rigorous, but it's something you need to put time into! He takes time to explain answers to questions in class, which helps. And he's pretty fair about grading!

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KIN3306
Jul 3, 2011

Overall best pick so far of this class at UH. He is very clear and easy to understand (speaks good english!)He also relates the material to interesting real life stuff. Summer class consisted of 2 test and a comprehensive final, he curves tests. The only downside was that the class material can be difficult to master so read the txt.

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KIN3306
Jul 3, 2011

A pretty cool professor. Looks young, not sure of age. A little cocky and self-absorbed, but I suppose that comes with the territory. On some days the lectures are lengthy, but the class is only 2 hours a day, for a couple of day during the week, thus a handful of weeks during the summer... Bottom line: go for it! (Side note: uses power points!)

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KIN3306
Jul 3, 2011

The material is interesting, but the tests are so difficult that I can't truly enjoy learning the material because I'm too concerned with cramming for the test.

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KINS3306
Jul 3, 2011

Very disorganized! Tests are hard and you have little time to study because he finishes lecturing only a few days before the test!!

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KIN3306
Jul 3, 2011

Professor McFarlin is a good professor however when taking him in the summer a bit disorganized. Lecture is kind of boring, can't really pay attention but need to because test are hard. Make sure to read powerpoints prior to test.

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KIN3306
Jul 3, 2011

Dr Mcfarlin is always available. He really cares about his students. His class is not an easy class but is very interesting. You can learn a lot and make an A if you make the effort.

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KIN3306
Jul 3, 2011

Took this class over the summer. The class was chaos because he thought it was mon-thurs and it ended up only bing mon and wed. Class was not terrible he was understanding in the chaos and worked with us all. The subject material is in depth and detail must pay attention in class and follow the lecture

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KIN3306
Jul 3, 2011

The course material is interesting and he is very passionate and knowledge about the subject which helps. The tests are WAY to hard but he curves so much that it is easy to get a good grade.

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KIN3306
Jul 3, 2011

This class is not easy but the lectures are very interesting and he explains very in depth. Overall, work hard to get an A.

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KIN3306
Jul 3, 2011

Not an easy class but lectures are very interesting.

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KIN3306
Jul 3, 2011

I had taken mr. mcfarlin for an online class and his exam was very easy , i took him in the summer and the class seemed very hard not to mention he was not organized at all, tests seemed very lengthy and difficult for me but he does curve. you must attend class because he goes over powerpoints.

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KIN3306
Jul 3, 2011

Took the class this summer. Class was very interesting, but either due to a mistake in the catalog or an oversight on Dr. McFarlin's part, class was chaotic at best. Only covered half of subject material we should have. Overall though I still learned a lot. Tests are detailed and cleverly worded. Attending lectures important.

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KIN3306
Jul 3, 2011

I was in the summer class where Dr. Mcfarlin thought the class was too meet Mon-Thurs but it only met on Mon & Wed, this caused a chaos that McFarlin never really recovered from, aside from that the class was pretty middle of the road and ordaniry

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KIN3306
Jul 3, 2011

Very interesting class. I took him during the summer session. Class is very detailed so must pay attention. He explains the stuff as clear as he can. you can also ask him questions if u have any. Hes very helpful. Tests are tough.

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KIN3306
Jul 3, 2011

This class will make you think. You have to pay attention and ask questions. He didn't use the text book (sum '11). Provided us with a powerpoint of his lecture that we could fill in the blanks. If you wanted the notes you had to come to class. Technical difficulties were a big issue but he adjusted well and helped us out. Great Teacher!

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KIN3306
Jul 3, 2011

i have taken his courses before and will take him again, although this summer session was a bit crazy (not his fault) i still was able to get the information that i needed and he really did try to help us all get where we need to be in his class. one of my favorite prof!

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KIN3306
Jul 3, 2011

Attendance for the class is not mandatory but you will only be successful on exams if you attend the lectures. He gives extra credits/points but you will definitely have to study hard and work for your grade. He also posts up audios to his lecture so you can use that as reviews for the exams.

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KIN3306
Jul 4, 2011

i took his summer session, and it was a bit crazy to keep up with because the schedule was tight...but it was manageable. he's a great professor and very helpful. attendance is not mandatory for this class, but going really will show on your tests. he's an interesting professor so you won't be bored! study his lectures and you're guaranteed an A :)

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KIN3306
Jul 4, 2011

he was a pretty good professor, clear, and very knowledgeable. he worked with the students to help us all pass, whether it was by giving extra credit or curving the test, he was reasonable overall.

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KIN3306
Jul 4, 2011

Dr. Mcfarlin was very clear in his expectations and provided a clear syllabus. He provided many ways to obtain material if a student missed class and was availabe if needed.

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KIN3306
Jul 4, 2011

Tests are hard, but gives out the material needed to get an A, you just have to study what he gives you. In class lectures are interesting.

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KIN3306
Jul 4, 2011

Knowledgeable on the subject taught. Very informative and had a lot of experience in the field of study. I wouldn't recommend taking a summer class because it is taught at a very fast pace & we didn't have enough time to finish the course material. Tests are hard but if you study well you'll be fine. He curves & works to help the class do well :)

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KINE3306
Jul 4, 2011

Test are hard. The professor is very helpful and the lectures are full of great information to get you ready for the test.

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KINE3306
Jul 4, 2011

Study and do the in class note and you will be fine! He gives extra credit. He is also helpful, so ask questions if you are not understanding. Overall good prof.

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KIN3306
Jul 4, 2011

He is a great teacher who knows what he is talking about.if you dont understand something he will go over it again so you will know.Overall i liked the class.

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KINE3306
Jul 4, 2011

McFarlin is a highly knowledgable about his teachings. He knows what he's talking about and takes interest in everyones questions. I honestly don't recommend taking this class in the summer because you easily fall behind and its hard to catch up, but if you keep up and, read/understand the notes provided and ones taken, you will easily do well.

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KIN3306
Jul 4, 2011

Dr. Mcfarlin knows what he is talking about but his exams are very tricky. He might mention something in class and on the exam he will ask a question but it would be very vague. Hard class but he answers any questions you have overall good professor.

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KIN3306
Jul 4, 2011

Very Friendly. Jokes are a bit dry, but all in all worth going to class.

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KIN3306
Jul 4, 2011

Class is not a blow off. But he keeps it very interesting I highly recommend that you go to class every chance you get. I hardly ever used my book, he gives great notes. Pay close attention to what he is saying. Overall great class and he makes it a lot better then it would have been.

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PHYSI3306
Jul 4, 2011

He is a fair teacher. Yes his test are hard, but he also has a pretty open schedule when it come meeting with students and helping them out. He is really there to help and not screw his students. he does provide some extra credit but only if he sees that it is needed or if he is having to compensate for his error

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KIN3306
Jul 4, 2011

Material is somewhat tough, but he does a great job teaching it. The book is useless, I maybe opened it one or twice, his power point slides are really good. Lecture does get boring at times, but luckily he has old lectures posted online.

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KIN3306
Jul 4, 2011

Good prof. Very reasonable in his in class. No need for the textbook. Class does require you to know the material and be able to apply it to real-life settings.

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KIN3306
Jul 4, 2011

Good Teacher who is fair, helpful, and insightful

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KIN3306
Jul 4, 2011

need to understand the material to do well on the exams which are a bit tough. text book is unnecessary, study off the powerpoints and his lectures, which he has access to online, so attendance is optional but i think definately helpful.if he doesnt know the answer to your question, he'll tell you he doesnt know but will find out for you next time

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KIN3306
Jul 5, 2011

The prof was very helpful and very knowledgeable on the material. The book was a good reference to some people, but I did fine without it. Attending class is a must since his power point are fill-in-the-blank. The material is a but tough but overall wasn't too bad. I strongly recommend this prof.

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KIN3306
Jul 5, 2011

This guy is a great teacher. His lectures are understandable and he does a great job teaching what is going to be on his tests. Beware that his tests are meant to be hard! You have to really earn your grade.

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KIN3306
Jul 5, 2011

I truly enjoyed Dr. McFarlin's online classes that I have taken. He is extremely clear in his lectures and is good about testing on only what he covers. I would definitely take him again!

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KINES3306
Jul 5, 2011

Great instructor. Explains in good detail and has clear cut expectations.

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KIN3306
Jul 5, 2011

The lecture seems simple and easy to understand but you really have to study to pass this class. Its not like the previous Kin class i took..and i am doing this for extra credit...like most of this other people..

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AABBCKIN
Jul 5, 2011

He's pretty good....first few days were hectic with the scheduling not being clear but now it's all good.

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KIN3306
Jul 5, 2011

Dr. McFarlin is easy to understand and his lectures are easy to follow. The tests can be tricky.Watch out for the "some of these" answer selection on the test, you need to know and comprehend the information in the class.

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KIN3306
Jul 5, 2011

For anyone who is interested in exercise science this can be a very enjoyable class. Dr. Mcfarlin has had first hand experience with athletes and how their bodies respond to different levels of exercise which is great because he can site examples for just about everything he teaches.

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KIN3306
Jul 5, 2011

Dr. McFarlin is easy to understand. You have to understand the material to make a good grade in the class, his exams can be tricky. The questions are usually applicable ones so cramming the night before probably wont help.

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KIN3306
Jul 5, 2011

Great real life applications of the material. He encourages questions and is committed to his students having a deep understanding of the course content.

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PHYSI3306
Jul 5, 2011

This class was very informative and insightful toward my degree plan and career path. Dr. McFarlin is a great professor!

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KIN3306
Jul 5, 2011

Informative class and test is not easy as you have to know the material. Dr Brian is helpful in providing a lot of reviews and helps in understanding the material.

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KIN3306
Jul 5, 2011

Great professor. Always there to help his students. Exams are pretty tricky?studying just the power points won?t help.

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KIN3306
Jul 5, 2011

good teacher, really hard exams! but perfect carve

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KIN3306
Jul 5, 2011

Mr. McFarlin is a good teacher and is very helpful. He will work with you if your schedule different than what he has on the syllabus. No need for textbook. Overall, the class was very interesting.

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KINE3306
Jul 5, 2011

The exams are pretty tricky. I studied and thought I had everything down and I guess I didn't. Still passed the exam, but not with the expected grade I had hoped for. He certainly knows what he teaches pretty well, so any questions asked were pretty much answered. But like I said, the exam is pretty tricky; the problem I had was understanding the ?

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KIN3306
Jul 5, 2011

Dr. McFarlin is very understanding and makes sure his students get what he's talking about. He's extremely generous with the extra credit points and curves. The class overall is pretty difficult, but if you read and understand the material thoroughly, you should do exceptionally well on the exams. Good luck!

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KINS3306
Jul 5, 2011

The teacher is very understanding. Enjoyed his class!

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KIN3306
Jul 5, 2011

Dr. McFarlin is a good professor. He is very informative about the material taught, and is able to answer any questions that u may have. Exam questions are a bit tricky, so make sure to understand the material well, i recommend using both the book and lecture notes.

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KIN3306
Jul 5, 2011

go over his power points as much as possible and listen to his lectures. The exams are not overly difficult but can be tricky. Is one of the better professors I've ever had.

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KIN3306
Jul 5, 2011

Good Professor, test are a little difficult.

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KIN3306
Jul 5, 2011

Good professor but not very organized.

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KIN3306
Jul 6, 2011

Class was fun, been better if it was little more organized. But had a good time and learned a lot. Thanks Charles

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KIN3306
Jul 6, 2011

He is a good professor and really knows his material

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KIN3306
Jul 6, 2011

excellent teacher; he knows the information; test are a little hard must study to do good.

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KIN3306
Jul 6, 2011

If you study his notes really hard and listen to his lectures really good you will pass the class

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KIN1304
Jul 6, 2011

Pretty easy class if you carefully read the notes and pay attention.

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KIN1304
Jul 6, 2011

Extremely easy, and the exams are very straight forward! I enjoyed doing the weekly quizzes on blackboard which were like 10 multiple choice questions that came right out of the practice games on webct! :) amazing class but I don't know if it was the TA but the discussion grades took forever to come up :/

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KIN1304
Jul 6, 2011

Easy A!! Very interesting class learned a lot! Exams come straight from lectures!

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KIN1304
Jul 7, 2011

Wonderful experience. Very interesting information and application to real life situations.

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KIN1304
Jul 7, 2011

This was a really easy, pretty fun class. I learned a lot, and not too much effort was required. Dr. McFarlin's lectures were really straightforward, and easy to comprehend. I could learn at my own pace, on my own time. It was really convenient.

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KIN1304
Jul 7, 2011

I took this course online--it was easy. I was a little bit disappointed in the lack of substance and poor grammar in the mandatory discussions, but I had to remind myself that this is a freshman level course. Other than that, plenty of good information to know. If nothing else, take care of your body and well-being.

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KIN1304
Jul 7, 2011

Easy A, 8 quizzes unlimited attempts, final is from the quizzes but take notes.

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KIN1304
Jul 7, 2011

Really convenient, easy class. The lectures were insanely lucid.

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KIN1304
Jul 7, 2011

Very efficient class with tabs on the side of the flash videos that relate to the course, quizzes, and exam. Interesting games on the lecture that keeps me very concentrated from the fast results of my learning in KIN 1304.

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KIN1304
Jul 7, 2011

Overall the online class was very easy and I got an A. IF you are thinking of taking this class I strongly recommend it.Very easy quizzes and the final was easy. Just check in on the class e-mails, do the quizzes,and the discussions. Very easy class for an A.

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KIN1304
Jul 7, 2011

Great online course. Very easy. Everything was straight-forward.

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KIN1304
Jul 7, 2011

Incredibly easy class, yet informative. An A is inevitable.

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KIN1304
Jul 7, 2011

Cool class, not difficult at all...if you don't make an A in this class, you deserved to fail.

5.0
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KIN1304
Jul 7, 2011

This class is very easy to keep up with if you do your work you will make an A.

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KINES1304
Jul 7, 2011

Class is super chill and pretty interesting, easy A!

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KIN1304
Jul 7, 2011

Super easy and interesting

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KIN1304
Jul 7, 2011

Lecture/readings covered everything you need to know about the quizes and exams. Professor is quick to respond and really clear about everything. Easy A+ class! Strongly recommended

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KIN1304
Jul 7, 2011

Good class. thorough and convenient since its online.

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KIN1304
Jul 7, 2011

very useful and informative class. easy A and saves times since it is online.

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KIN1304
Jul 7, 2011

EASY A! KEEP UP WITH THE WORK & YOU'LL DO FINE. HIGHLY RECOMMED!

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KIN1304
Jul 7, 2011

Easy class! Stay on top of the assignments and you should have no problem getting an A.

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KIN1304
Jul 7, 2011

Great teacher!!! second class ive taken with him and he is very good... his leassons are very clear and easy to follow!!

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KIN1304
Jul 7, 2011

Amazing teacher, i am glad i took this class learned alot. Easy A. Recommended to everyone!

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KIN1304
Jul 7, 2011

is an awesome teacher that is there to help anyone..you only need to do discussions and quizzes and a final that's based on the quizzes.

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KIN1304
Jul 7, 2011

Easy class if you keep up with the lectures. Teacher is easily accessible even though it is an online class. Highly recommend.

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KIN1304
Jul 7, 2011

This class is tooo self explanatory and simple for you to slack! ITS E-A-S-Y! At the same time being easy it's still interesting! You learn alot about your body!

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KIN1304
Jul 7, 2011

Very easy, laid back, and entertaining class! I would recommend this teacher to everyone! Would love to take him for any other class!!

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KIN1304
Jul 8, 2011

great class, pretty hard to fail. Quizzes are the final exam. Unlimited attemps on quizzes. Should make an A with ease:)

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KINS1304
Jul 8, 2011

Very valuable teachings in this class! EASY A! No textbook, just lecture slides and quizzes. 3 discussions and 2 attempts at final! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

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KIN1304
Jul 8, 2011

This class was a great refresher course for me. Yes, it was an easy A, but it pertained to my degree plan. Professor McFarlin's information was clear and concise. And, No text book needed. That was really cool!

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KIN1304
Jul 8, 2011

Fantastic class! Not difficult, very good prof

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KIN1304
Jul 8, 2011

Amazing class and real interesting. you wont get bored for one session

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KIN1304
Jul 8, 2011

Great teacher and a very easy class.

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KIN1304
Jul 8, 2011

This class if pretty easy and very straightforward. As long as you stay on top of the due dates for assignments, there shouldn't be a reason why you can't get an A. Quizzes are unlimited tries, and the final is a combination of quiz questions, and you get two tries. Very good class, highly recommended.

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KIN1304
Jul 10, 2011

Wonderful class and professor., very straight to the point and opportunity to work hard and achieve an 'A'. The content was incredibly interesting and I was able to apply it to my life.

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KIN1304
Jul 10, 2011

Great class. Easy A as long as you following directions on syllabus.

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KIN1304
Jul 11, 2011

Very well organized course. The lectures were easy to follow and well paced.

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KIN1304
Jul 11, 2011

I enjoyed the class. It was cool that all the quizzes were due on one day so you could choose the rate at which you wanted to do your work.

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KIN1304
Nov 28, 2011

Best class ever!! This class was work at your own pace, everything was up and ready to use and was all due on the last day of class! So no deadlines yay :) Also, quizzes could be taken many times to get an A?I absolutely recommend this class. Discussions are great and grade is an easy A.

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KIN1304
Nov 28, 2011

Professor was a great online setup very helpful and answered questions on time

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KIN1304
Nov 28, 2011

This was an online only class that is setup for you to succeed. There is absolutely nothing confusing about how this course functions because Dr.McFarlin, and his T.A.'s, have made everything clear in the syllabus. Quizzes are easy, and discussions are on current topics/events, which do enlighten you on how some individuals are really clueless.

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KIN1304
Nov 28, 2011

the easier class ever, really easy !!!

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KIN1304
Nov 28, 2011

This class is super easy. If you can't get an A, you shouldn't be pursuing higher learning.

5.0
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KIN1304
Nov 28, 2011

This class was very easy because the material was clear and I just love Kinesiology. I recommend this class to anyone.

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KIN1304
Nov 28, 2011

the class is soo easy.. straight A

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KIN1304
Nov 28, 2011

I took the online class and it was really easy, all you have to do is read powerpoints and then take a quiz on them. you have an unlimited amount of tries on the quiz so it's impossible to fail the class.also there are three discussions throughout the semester they are easy you usually read a newspaper article and just post what you think about it

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KIN1304
Nov 28, 2011

this class is very easy. If you make sure to do the quizzes and actually read the lectures you should beable to pass this class with ease! Professor and TA are both very nice and helpful!

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KIN1304
Nov 28, 2011

easiest class at UH! recommend it to all my homies every semester

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KIN1304
Nov 28, 2011

It was a great class!

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KIN1304
Nov 28, 2011

THE EASIEST CLASS EVER!

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KIN1304
Nov 28, 2011

One of the easiest courses I have taken thus far. It's an easy A. [:

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KIN1304
Nov 28, 2011

Extremely easy class. Quizzes are straight from the notes and you can retake them as many times as you want. There are 3 discussions throughout the course and they are interesting and easy topics. So overall I recommend this class, it is a easy a and works around your schedule.

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KIN3306
Nov 28, 2011

He is not organized, but fair about requirements due to his unorganized class.

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KIN1304
Nov 28, 2011

THIS CLASS WAS THE EASIEST BEST CLASS EVER!! THERE IS REALLY NO REASON FOR A PERSON TO MAKE LESS THAN AN A+. I WOULD RECOMMEND THIS CLASS TO ANYONE AND EVERYONE. YOU HAVE ALL SEMESTER TO TAKE THE QUIZZES AS MANY TIMES AS YOU WANT AND THE FINAL IS COMPOSED OF THE QUIZ QUESTIONS. :) OHHHH AND YOU DO THESE BIWEEKLY DISCUSSIONS THAT REQUIRE 3 POSTS.

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KIN1304
Nov 29, 2011

This course is SUPER easy and the teacher is really clear in what is due and what needs to be done for this online course. I took it during my fall freshman semester and this is one of those classes that you truly do not have to stress about. It was an easy and very quick class. Goodluck :)

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KIN3306
Nov 29, 2011

This class isn't easy but it isn't the hardest class you'll ever take. McFarlin is clear about how he tests, questions aren't direct so be prepared for some that might have two answers that could be right. The online portion of the class could be more organized but he is fair about not deducting points. Lectures are recorded and posted online too

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KIN1304
Nov 29, 2011

This was an enjoyable class. I learned more than I though I would. There were mutiple opportunities to learn the material...quizzes that were open he entire semester. This is the way online classes should be taught! Great job professor!

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KINES3301
Dec 1, 2011

McFarlin is a fair teacher. He is more then helpful and gives plenty of ways to get a good grade in his class. The only negative is sometimes he posts assignments late. Other that AWESOME teacher.

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KIN1304
Dec 2, 2011

I loved this class it was very easy and works well with a busy schedule. The topic is very interesting and you have unlimited tries to do the quizzes so if you miss some you can correct your mistake :). I truly wish there were more online classes like this one :D

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KIN1304
Dec 4, 2011

super easy and convenient for those who have a busy schedule. the quizzes are open pretty much all semester and you have until december to complete everything. very interesting course and i would definitely recommend it to anyone who's interested.

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KIN1304
Dec 5, 2011

This class was helpful and has made me realize some important things in life.

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KIN1304
Dec 7, 2011

Easy online class for people with busy schedules! Quizzes are open all semester, the final is based off the quizzes, and there are three discussions during the semester that require three posts each. Not only is the class easy and enjoyable, the topics and things you learn are helpful and RELEVANT. Easy to make perfect scores on everything. :)

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KIN1252
Dec 11, 2011

Great class, do quizzes on your own pace. Discussions are pretty interesting. Unlimited attempts on the Final and quizzes. Definitely suggest to take this class :)

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KIN1252
Dec 12, 2011

Great class! :) Extremely convienent and easy to manage in a busy schedule. Dr. Mcfarlin is helpful in everything and most definitely helps explain the course in the beginning more than a face to face class professor would.

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KIN1252
Dec 12, 2011

Easy class, I enjoyed it and I recommend it to others.

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KIN1252
Dec 12, 2011

super easy class, also keeps within the expected levels of a college freshmen class.

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KIN1252
Dec 12, 2011

This class was really easy to fit in with my schedule. There were barely any due dates for anything except for the discussions. Probably the least stressful teacher to have.

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KIN1252
Dec 12, 2011

real Easy, work at your own pace (A grade )

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KIN1252
Dec 13, 2011

helpful

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KIN3306
Dec 14, 2011

Be no means is this an easy class. Lots of time has to be put in to understand the material for each test. It is very helpful that the professor is very approachable. He is open to answering questions and provides many tools to help students. Best advice for doing well in this would be to simply go to class.

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KINS3306
Dec 14, 2011

The class is NOT easy but it is very informative. Professor McFarlin's exams are very confusing... I studied alot for this class and feel like the things I learned in this class does not reflect my grade.

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KIN3306
Dec 14, 2011

Tests are not easy but not extremely hard. You really have to know the concepts. He is really helpful if you have any questions. There were 3 tests total, final included. The final was cumulative, but it isn't as hard because you know what to expect from the first and second exams.

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KIN2011
Dec 15, 2011

Professor communicated with students effectively. Ability to access and obtain response were excellent.

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KIN1304
Dec 17, 2011

Took him for KIN 1304 and the class is very easy. Make sure you keep up with the assignments and discussions but overall a very easy class and hes a good professor.

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KINS3306
Dec 17, 2011

Professor is very knowledgable about his course albeit I feel like the exams are intentionally made to confuse students. Average student grades on exams are extremely low, which could be attributed to the exams not being reliable and valid. Exam content sometimes is based on the professor's knowledge of the course, not necessarily the class content

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KIN3306
Dec 20, 2011

I wouldn't say this class was easy, but Prof. Mcfarlin gives students every opportunity to make an A. Just be prepared to study hard for exams, you really need to know your stuff.

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KIN3306
Jan 18, 2012

Prof. Mcfarlin is a great teacher.. that being said, his exams are not exactly easy.. BUT if you put forth the effort and take advantage of extra credit options it's very possible to make an A or a B.

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KIN1304
May 4, 2012

2nd online class i have taken from him, and I love it!.. Lessons are very well structured. You will learn a lot and are not rushed with crazy deadlines (helpful for those with busy schedules). I highly recommend him. Easy A if you do the work :)

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KIN1304
May 12, 2012

EASY CLASS. Just don't let everything for the last minute and you will do fine. Also don't forget to post something in the discussion board, doesn't really has to be anything smart. :)

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KIN3306
May 22, 2012

The first test is the hardest. The second test and final are much easier. Don't freak out too much if you don't get the grade you want on the first test, do all other assigned work, study hard for the next two tests, and an A is still possible. Take good notes. He is very unorganized...might work to your advantage if he keeps procrastinating.

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KIN3306
Jun 11, 2012

He's never prepared. It's supposed to be half online and half lecture but he never put the online lectures up so we missed out on half the information. It was extremely hard to understand when we only learned half of what he wanted. This isn't an easy class mixed with him being unprepared, it's hard to learn anything.

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