3.9

Bruce Carroll

Biology - Lone Star College (all)

3.9
Quality
3.6
Difficulty
87%
Would Retake
132
Reviews
3.9
Quality
3.6
Difficulty

87%

Would Retake

132

Reviews

Rating Distribution
132 total ratings

5

32

4

8

3

7

2

2

1

1

What Students Say

His personality is amazing and he made the class enjoyable

BIO1409 - 5.0 rating

TAKE HIM he is the best

BIO1408 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

68%

Textbook Required

0%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

B+

95% confidence
Based on 31 grades
Most common grades:
A (8)
A+ (8)
B+ (5)
Grade Distribution
A(16)B(3)C(7)D(1)F(0)A-/B+(5)
Based on 38 reported grades
A: 8
A+: 8
B+: 5
C+: 4
Common Tags
Get ready to read (17)
Hilarious (15)
Inspirational (9)
Respected (9)
Lots of homework (8)
LECTURE HEAVY (6)
Caring (6)
Skip class? You won't pass. (5)
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Reviews (50)
3.0
4.0
CHEM1412
Grade: C
Mar 23, 2015

Sorry but I don't find him helpful at all. You are required to read a lot and he will stress this point a lot through out the semester. I did well on the first exam but it went downhill from there. I read every chapter but the questions on the tests were tricky. I don't recommend to take his class if you have other priorities.

3.0
3.0
BIOL1409
Apr 27, 2015

He is not the best professor but he makes it very easy to pass the class especially if science is not your best subject. Most of the class work involved watching movies that kinda pertained to the subject and personal stories. I had to really read the book and take my own detailed notes to pass. He does give a curb and no labs just a 100.

5.0
4.0
BIOL1409
Apr 28, 2015

Nice guy, you must read your chapters before class in order to understand his lectures. He will help those who help themselves, likes to talk about his family and personal experiences but stories tie into course material. It's not an easy class but he is a helpful teacher and if you apply yourself and try you will pass.

5.0
4.0
BIO1409
Apr 29, 2015

If you read you will pass the class, as simple as that. He helps and will look out for you as long as you are trying. He wants participation to help the lectures go by. He will drag you for not studying or reading before lecture. All in all, a good professor.

4.0
4.0
BIO1409
Grade: B-
Apr 30, 2015

Bruce is a nice guy, but Bio for science majors has been the hardest course I've ever taken. Just going to class and taking notes doesn't cut it. You have to read, read, and READ! During lecture, he spends most of his time emphasizing on how you must study practically 247 for bio. Tests are difficult to understand. Get ready to have no life.

5.0
3.0
BIO1406
May 5, 2015

I'm actually a Bio Major, and this class is good. I was having doubts about changing my major but I enjoyed this class. Just read, read, read. Time off doesn't not mean time away (his saying) so study!!!! And he also doesn't make it all about Bio he talks about life, it's interesting. Awesome teacher!!

4.0
4.0
BIO1409
Grade: A
Oct 28, 2015

Took for summer course (non-majors) Be prepared to read a lot and discuss feedback of current reading material he assigns. Each week we had a test over 2-3 chapters we read. His lectures are very detailed and outlined. Currently enrolled, gives 3-4 weeks for reading material. Class course requires time, dedication, and there are no reviews.

3.0
4.0
BIO1406
Dec 4, 2015

Charming, intelligent professor.. You won't fall asleep during class. He helps connect textbook readings to words you might understand. It's important to read and study before, after and during class!! Tests are nothing you could imagine.. You have to do a lot of critical thinking to pass.. and study,study,study..

5.0
5.0
BIO1406
Grade: A
Dec 9, 2015

Made an A in the class but would never recommend taking his class to anyone else. He made biology way harder than it actually is (and I am a biology major) but he is really hilarious, which helps.

5.0
5.0
BIO1406
Grade: C+
Dec 11, 2015

This class is tough in general, but not impossible. Professor Carroll does his best to ensure that every student succeeds in this course. You MUST read and study A LOT if you want to pass! He makes the lectures fun and gives no labs just 100s if you show up. Grades based solely on tests, which are TOUGH and hard to understand.

5.0
5.0
BIO1401
May 9, 2016

This class was so hard for me! Professor Carroll was my 3rd time taking this class. I am so excited that I passed the class this time around. The professor is hilarious he makes learning fun and easy but you do have to read!!!

3.0
5.0
BIO1406
Grade: C
May 12, 2016

At first he seems very nice and tries to be funny, but he's not funny at all. Gets off topic a lot, tells you a lot of personally stories that don't involve biology. He teaches from the powerpoints and lectures are long and way boring. lectures don't coincide with his exams, you won't pass if you don't read. gives so many motivational speeches. :P

5.0
5.0
BIO1406
Grade: Rather not say
Aug 12, 2016
Would take again

Great teacher!! This was the hardest class i have ever taken but he did his best to help you out! Your grade is earned not given. You have to study and work for it. Very inspirational teacher and i learned more about life that biology!

Get ready to read
Inspirational
Hilarious
2.0
4.0
BIO1406
Oct 25, 2016
Wouldn't take again

He is one of the worst professors I have had, half of his lectures have nothing to do with Biology. If the tests were over how he hates white people or how he grew up in a one room house maybe that would make a difference. Don't take this class.

Tough Grader
Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
5.0
BIO1406
Grade: C+
Nov 18, 2016
Would take again

Most of you won't be successful because when you're studying, and you get tired, you quit! I've spent 22 hours studying for the 1st exam, read every chapter. I failed the exam. I question myself and how I did so badly. I got smacked in the mouth with the results. That's life! I had two options, quit or continue. I'm not a quitter.

Respected
Get ready to read
Inspirational
4.0
4.0
BIO1406
Nov 26, 2016
Would take again

Biology is difficult, no doubt about it but Mr. Carroll will help you understand the material. You need to do your part and study constantly. Exams are difficult and the majority of the questions are scenarios, not the concept. :/ He's a nice and funny guy and gives motivation speeches about life during lecture or lab.

Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
LECTURE HEAVY
3.0
4.0
BIOL1408
Dec 19, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Prof. Carroll was a great teacher, but if you want an 'A' you must work for it. No doubt about it. His lectures consisted of extending your comprehension from your own individual reading of each chapter. His class consists of 4 tests, a final, and one lab grade, so it is crucial to do your best in all the assignments.

Tough Grader
Inspirational
LECTURE HEAVY
2.0
4.0
BIO1408
Grade: A
Feb 20, 2017
Would take again

I took professor Carroll for biol 1408 and at first it was hard for me because I wasn't use to studying hard for a class but then I got use to his test and started doing a lot better. He has 4 exams 1 final and whatever you get on the final he will replace with your lowest grade which helps a lot . he's super funny and now I have him again for 1409

Respected
Get ready to read
Hilarious
5.0
4.0
BIO1408
Grade: B+
Mar 8, 2017
Would take again

Professor Carrol is a stepping stool on your way to success not only does he teach us biology but he compares it to our everyday lives so that it can actually have a meaning to it. PAY THE MAN!

Respected
Get ready to read
Participation matters
3.0
4.0
BIO1401
Apr 19, 2017
Would take again

Mr Carroll is a really good teacher. I respect him immensely. Lectures can be long and boring. READ THE BOOK AND SHOW UP FOR CLASS you will fail otherwise. Tests are difficult, they are worded differently than what you learn in the book. I recommend going to tutoring while taking this class, it is fast paced so you need to keep up with the material

Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
4.0
BIO1409
Grade: C
May 13, 2017
Wouldn't take again

He's an excellent Professor! However, if your working full time, kids and school you shouldn't take him because his class requires full attention. In order to pass his test, you have to read the book, print out the powerpoints and watch the videos from D2L. I strongly recommend him for those w/o a heavy load at school or home. He will work you.

Tough Grader
TEST HEAVY
LECTURE HEAVY
4.0
4.0
BIOL1408
May 20, 2017
Would take again

He was so funny! Summer class was made easy with the help of his stories, and sense of humor. Even though the material was tough, it was his personality that made the class intriguing.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Hilarious
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
2.0
BIO1401
Grade: A
Aug 2, 2017
Would take again

Prof. Carroll is one of thoes one of a kind teachers that you will never forget. He seemlessly intergrates complex biology into your everyday life. There are only 4 test and a final that has the same questions as the other test. No curve balls! Just read or watch the module videos when he tell you and you will get an EASY A! P.S. He is hilarous!

Get ready to read
Hilarious
Caring
4.0
2.0
BIOL1408
Nov 19, 2017
Would take again

Dr. Carroll's class is very simple. All you have to do is read the assigned chapters (book is absolutely necessary) and you'll easily pass. His lectures are hard to follow and confusing if you don't read the material before hand. He gives free grades for lab as long as you show up. The only grades are 4 tests and a final. No homework, just reading.

Get ready to read
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
2.0
BIO1408
Grade: A+
Dec 15, 2017
Would take again

Dr. Carroll is an AMAZING teacher, I took his class 2017 Spring semester and I did not regret taking him. His tests are a little different of what he lectures. but if you get the big picture then you're good to go. He has a good sense of humor and cares for his students. I recommend taking him, you won't regret it.

Respected
Inspirational
Would take again
5.0
3.0
BIO1409
Grade: B
May 9, 2018
Would take again

Great Proffessor! As long as you read the chapters and review the PowerPoints you will pass. He can get long winded sometimes but other than that its a great class to take with him.

Get ready to read
Inspirational
Hilarious
5.0
2.0
BIO1409
Grade: A+
May 12, 2018
Would take again

I took Professor Carroll for both 1408 and 1409 and I did not regret taking him. His personality is amazing and he made the class enjoyable. However, you need to read the textbook and look at the powerpoints in order to do well in this class. You need to get the big picture in order to pass his tests. I recommend taking him for Biology.

Respected
Get ready to read
Inspirational
5.0
3.0
BIO1408
Grade: A+
Jul 12, 2018
Would take again

Dr. Carroll is literally one of the funniest professor I've ever had. I just finished his class today, I took him for Summer. There are 4 exams, 1 final that replaces your lowest grade. Reading the book is necessary and paying attention when he lectures with PP. When he lectures you'll understand better than the book. TAKE HIM he is the best!

Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
Hilarious
5.0
2.0
BIO1409
Grade: A
Aug 21, 2018
Would take again

Great professor!

Get ready to read
Inspirational
Hilarious
4.0
3.0
BIO1409
Grade: C+
May 6, 2019
Would take again

He is very caring and the numbers work to your advantage. Studying really matters. I liked to study to power points and go over it better.

Test heavy
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
3.0
BIO1408
Grade: Rather not say
May 15, 2019
Would take again

Professor Carroll was literally the best. I STRONGLY recommend everyone to take his class he is very funny and the numbers work to your advantage very good class. I strongly also recommend read the book and review the powerpoints and the test will be easy. He is the best professor I have ever had.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Get ready to read
5.0
2.0
BIO1409
Grade: A
Jun 19, 2019
Would take again

Best professor to take for non-majors. He makes a boring subject somewhat interesting, and is there for extra help. Only homework is reading the textbook (which I highly recommend or you will fail the tests). Took him for both 1408 and 1409 and received good grades.

Gives good feedback
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
BIOL1409
Grade: B+
Jul 9, 2019
Would take again

he is a very well spoken professor and very funny. He really helps you a lot . you do need your text book he do everything by the book. he review well before the test.

5.0
3.0
BIOL1408
Grade: C+
Nov 5, 2019
Would take again

Hands down best person I have ever had teaching me Science. You are graded by your exams & lab. No extra credit. No study guides, but that's ok because he reveiws daily. If he feels like the class needs more time, he pushes back a test and spends that time reveiwing. He onlu asks to read one section of the textbook a day.

Hilarious
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
BIOL1408
Grade: A
Jun 16, 2020
Would take again

I had a great semester in Mr. Carroll's Biol 1408 class he is very funny and keeps you awake lol. He helps you to understand the lectures along with lab assignments and during COVID-19 we had to have classes online it was rough but he still kept the same energy. He was a joy to meet there is no one like him lol.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Hilarious
4.0
3.0
BIOL1409
Grade: A+
Jun 3, 2021
Would take again

This was an online class and I finished months before the class ended. There are 4 exams including the final exam and theyre easy As. There is work that has to be done but it is so easy and not for a grade but for participation. The work only lets you continue if you get the answers right. It takes about 30-1 hr. to complete these tasks. Easy!!!

Get ready to read
Graded by few things
1.0
5.0
BIO1408
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Jul 15, 2021
Wouldn't take again

WAY TO MUCH WORK FOR NON BIOLOGY MAJOR

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Lecture heavy
4.0
3.0
BIO1401
Grade: Not sure yet
Mar 22, 2022
Would take again

I am currently taking ENVR 1401 100% online, there was a mandatory meeting for the first class to discuss syllabus and expectations. All work was due at the end of semester, except for 4 tests that were only open for one day. Fairly easy course to complete as it is all laid out in syllabus. I can say the 12 smart book assignments are pretty lengthy

Clear grading criteria
Lots of homework
Accessible outside class
5.0
1.0
BIO1408
Grade: A+
Mar 28, 2022
Would take again

As a dual credit student, it is by far the easiest to pass. His chapter assignments are a bit long but manageable. His tests are also quite easy. However, pay attention in class!

Amazing lectures
Hilarious
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
BIO1409
Grade: Not sure yet
May 5, 2022
Would take again

Quick with emails. He is nice! Because exercises is through mcgraw hill, some concept are long, for students who are taking more classes, it can be a little hard since it takes time. 4 exam, one final, labs are only videos. TAKE HIMMM

Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
Lots of homework
5.0
3.0
BIO1408
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 2, 2022
Would take again

I took Professor Bruce Carrol for BIOL 1408. I 100% recommend for you all to take his class in person. He may have early lectures but it's totally worth it. He has a good sense of humor and speaks all and nothing but the truth. He knows what he's doing when it comes to teaching. Besides all the good things the Smartbook can be very time-consuming.

Get ready to read
Hilarious
Respected
3.0
4.0
BIO1401
Grade: Rather not say
Dec 22, 2022

I took him for envr 1401 online, he gives you 1 assignment a week but its VERY time consuming. I was always on top of my game until the last week of finals, my family & I lost a family member. I reached out to him to see if he could allow me a diff day to take the final and he never answered. I suspected as much since he never answered my emails.

Lots of homework
5.0
3.0
1408
Grade: B+
Jul 12, 2023
Would take again

Professor Carroll truly cares about his students and always made lecture fun. Homework could get a little lengthy but is manageable.

Amazing lectures
Lots of homework
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
BIO1409
Grade: A+
Dec 15, 2023
Would take again

Professor Carroll was an amazing professor who really cares about the well-being of his students. I took Biology 1409 with him as an 8 week course. All assignments are on McGraw Hill Connect. If you put forth the effort, you will get a good grade. I would recommend taking him.

Participation matters
Lots of homework
Caring
5.0
2.0
BIO1401
Grade: A+
Dec 17, 2023
Would take again

8-week ENVR 1401 - This class was great!!!! Excellent credit for the non-science major. Prof Carroll is nice! Class is very organized and he is quick with emails and grading. HW & Exams are through McGraw Hill Connect. Most hw concepts are long (2-3 hours.) 4 exams, 1 final, 4 labs (interactive videos) TAKE HIMMM

Participation matters
Lots of homework
5.0
1.0
BIO1409
Grade: B
Jun 6, 2024
Would take again

I cant even explain how much this class helped my semester go smooth. I was terrified when it came to taking BIO1408/1409 I took BIO1409 and ENVR1401 with him and it was super smooth and easy. I really wish I would of took 1408 with him. TAKE HIS CLASS!!!! I PROMISE you will NOT regret it. Please trust me, his class was easy.

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Inspirational
5.0
2.0
BIO1409
Grade: B+
Dec 4, 2024
Would take again

Professor Carroll makes a dull subject engaging. Attend class, read the textbook, and you'll do well. Unstuck study and other tools like ChatGPT helped me prep for exams.

5.0
1.0
BIO1401
Grade: B+
Jul 15, 2025
Would take again

Get ready to work b. No but seriously, he's a really good teacher to consider. I would've taken him again for biology 1409 or wtv the next one was if I wasn't studying abroad. He works with you, gives you good feedback, checks in how you are doing, isn't a heavy grade, participation matters, and just get your stuff done. Communicate with him.

Get ready to read
Participation matters
Caring
5.0
1.0
1408
Grade: A+
Dec 8, 2025
Would take again

Really great professor. He's extremely nice and takes questions well. Online exams and ungraded labs. The only complaint was that he gives out a LOT of work through "smartbooks". Since they are online and only due at the end of the semester, you can just take like 3 hours a week to work on a chapter or 2. TL;DR: easy, slightly time-consuming class

Lots of homework
Caring
Lecture heavy
5.0
2.0
BIO1408
Grade: A
Dec 15, 2025
Would take again

Very simple lecture and lab based classes where labs are not graded. As a result the class is really stress free and engaging. As long as you complete the tests and online assignments you will be golden. Side note, really great guy to have a conversation with and ask for advice. (Funny too!)

Participation matters
Inspirational
Hilarious
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

68%

Textbook Required

0%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

B+

95% confidence
Based on 31 grades
Most common grades:
A (8)
A+ (8)
B+ (5)
Grade Distribution
A(16)B(3)C(7)D(1)F(0)A-/B+(5)
Based on 38 reported grades
A: 8
A+: 8
B+: 5
C+: 4
Common Tags
Get ready to read (17)
Hilarious (15)
Inspirational (9)
Respected (9)
Lots of homework (8)
LECTURE HEAVY (6)
Caring (6)
Skip class? You won't pass. (5)
Rating Trend

Improving

+0.58 avg change
Jul
Dec
Jun
Dec
Jul
Dec
Last 6 months
Ratings by Course

1408

5.0

(2)

BIO1409

4.8

(13)

BIO1401

4.3

(7)

BIOL1409

4.3

(4)

BIO1408

4.2

(9)
+3 more courses
Difficulty by Course

BIO1406

4.4

CHEM1412

4.0

BIOL1409

3.5

BIOL1408

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