knows what hes talking about and loves teaching it, life is loopy!

Dave's a great teacher. He's excited about the material and he gets the students excited and interested. The material may be new, but if the student works hard there's no reason not to get an A.

This is not a slacker class - you have to work your butt off. It is a great foundation for future classes. His exams are tough cause you have to read his mind.

I love Dave's enthusiasm for teaching. This guy is also very knowledgeable. Sometimes he lost me on discussions, and often went off on odd tangents. The TA help is awesome! I like Dave and how he can tie everything together. He gives just the right amount of homework, quizes, etc.

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I love that he is so passionate about the subject and about teaching it to us!

Anyone who has made a negative comment about Temme is crazy. He is a great teacher who instead of making you memorize dumb facts, he makes you learn how to really THINK about concepts. So stop complaining and being lazy and you might like him.

This guy wrote his own text book...it's obvious the class will not be easy, but with the right attitude you can do anything!!

He keeps the students attention, and teaches Biology in a way to keep the students attention. It's college, of course you have to work hard, I'm just grateful I have a prof. who loves teaching like Temme does.

dave changed the way i think about life.

I like that he tries to challenge us, but is still very willing to help us understand the material. If you feel he is unclear then you aren't putting in the effort to listen and try to understand. The only problem I have is that he likes to dot things that don't need to be dotted and mumbles "all right" after explaing a concept. Watch and listen it's kinda funny sometimes.

I guess he's just one of those love it or hate it professors. I loved him for his passion, but he does make things confusing by oversimplifying sometimes. Biology is just one of those subjects where you need memorization at some point; and trying to eliminate that process as much as possible isn't always helpful .. but TA sessions help a LOT.

Awesome teacher. Very helpful, interesting and unique.

He is a fun and interesting teacher.

Great Professor. Loves to teach therefore makes the class fun. Ratings on him are low because he teaches a Gen Ed class that is hard.

He is great. Really hard class, but he actually cares how students are doing! Tough because the class is so huge... but make use of the TA's! Go to TA sessions before EVERY "Core Quiz" (you'll learn what those are) and exam... it makes a WORLD of difference. Temme is passionate, a nerd, and fun.

His class was the best I've ever taken. He's such an awesome guy, and he's so passionate about bioloy. He also really cares about how the students are doing. Just go to TA sessions before quizes, and they'll basically tell you exactly what to write. If you do that, the class is cake

The class covers a lot of material in a little bit of time but he is avaliable whenever you need him and he has a ton of TAs to help out. He writes his own textbook and basically teaches it word for word.

Temme is awesome. Hard class in that a ton of material is covered but if you're willing to do the work and do what he tells you to do, you'll excell in the class.

He is a wacky guy, but very smart.

Very interesting. A lot of reading a lot of work. Rewarding though.

Temme was a very difficult teacher, but also tried really hard to give us the tools to succeed. He gave us plenty of TA's and plenty of study sessions. If you put in the effort, you got the grade.

Everybody hates temme, but he is an excellent professor, he teaches a little bit different, the only thing i am worried about is that he doesnt teach you the words to biology terms, he just explains how it works, which is great, he is excellent and pretty funny too. he loves to dance and make weird movements.

Temme is incredibly brilliant, and so passionate about biology. His class is best if you really care about learning the subject. If you are just taking it because you have to, choose another teacher. He is difficult, but his class is so rewarding.

He is truly one of the greatest teachers if you are willing to work.

very very good teacher. Different approach to biology. more logical than rote memorization

He doesn't make you memorize all the little details, you just have to get the big picture. The easy way to pass this class is to e-mail the TAs and they will help you study for the exams, and pass them with flying colors. Do well on the core quizzes and you will be fine.

You either hate his teaching style or you love it. I really liked it. It helped me conceptualize and understand the principles of biology. The core quizzes were extremely easy and educational at the same time, they serve as buffers in case you aren't a great test taker. *BONUS: The TAs are good looking.

Temme is awesome! I absolutely loved his class, lectures were never dry or boring and you will actually remember what you learn. Go to the TA sessions before core quizzes & you'll do fine. He doesn't make you memorize little details but instead focuses on fundamental concepts. You'll have to work for your grade but it's really worth it. Great class

Dr. Temme teaches in his own way. I respect that his is willing to use his own methods to teach biology. He is very passionate about biology. He often became angry at the class for being zombie like during his lectures. He demands active participation in the class. The TA sessions are a useful learning tool before quizzes and tests.

One of the best professors I have ever had. His class is difficult and taught in an unconventional manner, but you really learn a lot.

Interesting...

Writes his own book, and his lectures are pretty much the book verbatim. He's pretty hard but still a great teacher. Best advice I can give you: GO TO THE TA SESSIONS!

His class is fun but Test is whole different story. International students need to be really careful!! Try to go to TA session as many times as you can.

If you want to learn anything about biology and retain that information, this is the class! Best part is Temme actually cares if you understand the stuff or not! And he teaches you to learn which spills over into other classes! Definately be dedicated and attend the TA sessions!

He has a passion for the subject! He is both entertaining and informative. It has been a pleasure taking his class. I wish I had another class with him. There is nothing bad I can say about him or his class. Take it, embrace confusion!

Loved his class. Every lecture, he would make us laugh. He has such passion about teaching and biology. One of the best classes I have ever taken. He's also the best science teacher I've had. I've learned so much and he's kept me interested the entire time. Take biology from Temme!

Temme was a great lecturer! He may be hard especiallyl for first time freshmans. It is harder than your average biology class, but i promise promise promise that if your going into any medical field it will make every class after that easy. Its very conceptualize and different test setting. Go to the TA sessions, they will help you get through it!!

He is a great teacher who knows what he is talking about... But he is very hard and his tests are so so diffucult. If you do not study you will not pass period. But pay attention and you will get a decient grade.Overall i learned a ton from Temme

An excellent Professor that some people have difficulty with. His teaching method and thought processes are unorthodox, but once learned make any future biology classes easier by teaching you an easier way of thinking about things. He focuses on learning concepts, not memorization. People who don't like him usually don't make the effort to learn.

He's a really great teacher. I loved his teaching style which has made future classes so much easier to understand. His style is sometimes harder for some students, but if you go to class, study, and use the TA's, then it really opens your mind!! His tests are the hardest thing.

Temme is an excellent teacher who wants his students to understand the big principles and not just memorize stuff. His class is difficult but by paying attention in class, reading parts of the book and going to TA sessions you can do well. This class made me enjoy Biology.

He has very interesting lectures, and the lectures are very useful for the tests. The tests are hard, but if you go to class and at least skim the book, they are manageable. The TA's for the most part are great. Overall, I enjoyed this class.

I really enjoyed this class. It was hard and you really had to study for it, but overall it was a fun class and I learned a lot. Temme expected a lot from you but he was very helpful and wanted you to do well in the class.

Prof. is intelligent and funny, and breaks down concepts to a very -I mean VERY- basic level. This sometimes obstructs learning in some ways, that he isn't willing to combine some more involved aspects earlier. Lots of time wasted in such thorough recap, is painful. Testing involves more applied & abstract knowledge than is available thru lecture.

His goal is to really help you understand the material and how it works. If you're wanting to just go through this class by memorizing like other classes, too bad.

He definitely likes teaching biology.

This is a quality professor. Don't expect an easy course, but his teaching is amazing. He challenges his students, and expects engagement on their part, but explains concepts clearly. You may not get an A from him, but you will learn alot.

Amazing teacher but this class is not easy. He explains the subject very well but the tests are all about application of what you learned so you have to understand the concept very well. He bases his class heavlly on the book but he does skip a lot, I recommend you read it and try not to fall behind. Overall best biology class ever

I don't know why people complain that he says "right" after a lot of his sentences, I think it's hilarious. Like the teacher from South Park.."mmkay?". He is an amazing teacher. I have no doubt that he teaches the materials as best and simply as it can be taught.

The best teacher I've ever had, he really knows his stuff. Dave teaches in a fun and simple way but you have to make sure you understand the simple concepts very well or you will never be able to apply it to the tests. His lectures are fun!

Dave Temme is without a doubt the most intelligent person I have ever had the fortune of coming across in my life. Even as a computer engineering major, I fully believe that I did myself a favor by taking a class from him. Highly recommended!

Awesome teacher. His lectures are so much fun. The principles he teaches are applicable to so many other things than biology. I wouldn't take this class from anyone else.

He is the best teacher I have ever had. I loved his class; I always learned something new. Some kids disliked him but that's probably because they were too lazy to think and actually learn. He didn't focused on memorization which was nice instead he just wanted you to understand the consents. The TAs help a lot and so does reading the book.

Dr Temme was awesome. Its true his style of teaching is different but if you attend class and study what is gone over in class you'll do great, because that is what is on the test. Besides that he makes class fun and entertaining, he wants you to understand the material and do well. I enjoyed his class.

Dave is so fun to listen to and he is always willing to help his students. There is a lot of material covered in the class, but I recommend taking this course. Incredibly knowledgable teacher!

He is the most passionate person I have ever met. He isn't just teaching so he can do research. He loves biology and loves to share his love for biology.

He is very passionate about what he teaches. He presents the material in a way that forces students to spend additional time on their own to learn the material. You will need help from the TA's at some point. His tests were hard, but not impossible.

Temme was one of my favorite professors last semester and his course was great. I already had prior knowledge of the subject, but he introduced the material in a nontraditional perspective. He is very energetic and is passionate about biology. However, I relied heavily on his TAs to perform well on exams.

I had almost no interest in the subject of Biology before I took Professor Temme's class. He was very hard on his students, and the tests were quite hard as well, but I feel like I learned a lot in his class. He had a great passion for biology, and it was a joy learning the subject from him.

One of the most amazing professors I have ever had. He teaches for understanding. His class is difficult if you are a lazy sack, so work hard. Great class.

I have had Dave for both principles and physiology and I really enjoy his teaching style. He teaches for comprehension rather than memorization, so If you just want to memorize a bunch of enzymes don't take his class. That being said his classes aren't easy but if you put in the effort and are smart, an A is very doable.

I absolutely loved his class. He does teach in a very unique style that makes you actually learn the material and not just memorize for an exam. He doesn't care about specifics, he wants you to know the processes and apply it to everyday life. Once you get that it's easy. If you want an easy A or GE don't take bio anyway. Favorite professor.

Awesome professor who has set up the best T.A. program I have ever come in contact with. He definitely requires you to work. But you know what you need to study and you will learn in his class.

Dave is a very good professor. He has set up the best T.A. session that is very helpful. This class would be impossible without the help of the ta's. Overall the class is difficult but Dave knows what he is doing and is a very knowledgeable professor. If you enjoy biology and want to learn how to study, take this class.

To be honest I don't understand why people think this class is so hard. Maybe it's cause ppl say it's hard, BS! It just takes a lot of work but it's not hard. Dave's class is not based on memorization. The class is based on knowing the material so that you actually understand it. But PLEASE ATTEND TA SESSIONS!! Thats the only way you'll pass.

Dave is a Great professor; that being said you have to put work into his class if you want to succeed & do well. Here's the thing; Dave can only teach, the student is the one that has to learn. Dave has TA sessions setup for a reason.people who complain: there probably hundreds of hours or more of total possible library times you could have gone to

Prof. Temme is an enthusiastic and dedicated teacher. He provides ample opportunity to learn however he teaches in a very particular way which may not be easy for many students. He uses a book that he wrote which does not give an alternative perspective. He teaches the way he sees the world and not necessarily the common terms or explanations.

Incredible, incredible teacher that knows his subject and is dedicated to sharing his passion. He cares about teaching concepts rather than minute details. For tests, an overall understanding is required rather than memorization of details. The book is extremely useful, as it contains Temme's mind! The dozens of TAs are also invaluable.

Dave is so amazing. People who give him a poor rating probably do it because of one of more of the following 1) they don't work hard enough, 2) they don't like his teaching style, 3) they want a class that just gives them an easy A. If you don't take this class, you're missing out on one of the best opportunities.

I took this class as a freshman and admired Dave's care for the students. He TRULY wants you to learn. Some people don't give him nearly enough credit. Being an "A" student means almost nothing, and if you think you're a good student and hated the class, you likely learn based on pure short-term memorization, which won't do you any good in the end.

Dave's physiology class was one of the most challenging classes I took at the U. He has a unique approach to teaching, the way I study and answer questions for all other biology classes has completely changed because of this course. Take anatomy before taking this class, it helps a lot! Lecture attendance is essential, & earning an "A" is doable.

Fantastic teacher - distills complicated concepts into their essence, always with an eye on the system. Frustration: his jerkiness when students aren't "getting it" - inevitably attributed to lack of effort & lazy learning habits (ok, more than a little true), but he forgets we're struggling with HUGE concepts for the 1st time that he's taught 30x.

He understands he's teaching a bunch of lazy freshmen, so he spends a lot of lecture time ranting about putting work in. If you're a student that reads his textbook (which you need to get!!) you'll do fine as long as you put in a a good amount of studying. Also, TA's are lifesavers if you're confused.

In hindsight, I think that this is one of the most important classes that I've taken in college.

Phisio was amazing. You don't need to buy a text book but you will end up making your own. Use the pages he provides and understand them. He is a conceptual teacher, not someone to just check off a box. If you do not NEED this class don't take it. He always had time for questions and was always willing to give extra help. DO NOT SKIP LECTURES!!!

He really makes you learn the material. If you try to just coast through his class you will fail..

This class was really hard for me, but I learned a lot from it. The T.A.s are incredible, take advantage of the library sessions and the quizzes will be a breeze! Tests are hard, but if you work hard it definitely pays off. He challenges you to think in different ways which can be frustrating but once you finish the class you feel so accomplished!

It's not as tough as some people say. It's not just about spending a lot of time with the TAs. I found that it was necessary to spend some time on my own to really do well on his exams, because big groups can be pretty inefficient at times.

The best teacher at the U. He will help you learn how to learn, and really think about physiology. It helped so much for the bio section of the mcat. His tests are conceptual like the mcat you will learn how to apply concepts about physiology to things you have never seen before. He is a great lecturer and make difficult material understandable.

Temme gets a bad rap for holding students accountable for really understanding content instead of memorizing useless information. Tests always have new material, but the concepts are the same so you just use what you know and you get an A. I've never had a better teacher in college.

Arguably the best professor I've ever had! It's because he teaches you how to THINK, not how to memorize. It's a tough class, no doubt; not like normal classes or teaching styles. You either love it or hate it. I loved it, and learned LOADS. He cares passionately about the subject and about your success. Tons of TAs to make sure you pass.

It's definitely a tougher class, but the material is interesting and engaging. To get a good grade, you need to put in quite a bit of time and effort. A lot of my time is spent trying to understand what Temme wants on a quiz or test rather than actually reviewing material. It takes some time to adapt to him and the way he teaches and grades.

He will make you work for your grade, however, if you're interested in biology this is one of the best teachers to learn from.

Temme has a very different style of teaching. There is little memorizing in this class. His hard tests are all based off of understanding ideas. GO TO THE TA SESSIONS, that is the only way I'm understanding anything. No homework, just pure studying and understanding. I occasionally read the book, only when I didn't understand something from lecture

I've read many reviews of Professor Temme implying that he does not teach biology. I found Temme's method of teaching to be wonderful. He taught me the core ideas of biology. If you are willing to learn the concepts then apply them, you will excel. If you just want to memorize a biology book and pretend you know biology, don't take this class.

If you are looking for an easy class do not take it with Temme. If you are looking to learn and think about things in a whole new way, Temme is definitely the teacher for you! You will not be able to memorize your way through tests, you'll have to understand it; more importantly, you have to understand it Temme's way. Very interesting class though!

The only reason people think Temme is a hard/terrible teacher is because he expects students to put in outside work by reading his book and going to TA sessions. Yes, his tests are hard but you can still get an A by doing well on core quizzes and vocab quizzes. Temme has taught me more than any other professor I've ever had. Take his class.

Dave's classes are unlike most other classes in the sense that he is there for you to LEARN. If you want a class to just show up, memorize a bunch of stuff and regurgitate it on the exams, DO NOT take this class. Dave makes you think through everything he teaching. TA sessions are crucial for passing. TA's will save your life. My FAVORITE professor

Dave Temme is a different type of teacher. However, I loved him! He actually taught us the material in an attention-grabbing way, and I actually LEARNED the material. This isn't a memorization class, its a concept based class, and this helped me, despite the fact that my greatest strength is my short term memory. Be prepared to show up everyday!

Temme is great as a person. He knows he does his class differently, so he has TAs to help you. But let me just tell you, that it's just a Roll of the Dice. I went to almost EVERY TA sessions, and I heard WRONG information Many times. Which I had to correct, and got scoffed at. The tests are hard, English intensive, and my second language.

The people that say that Temme's course is bad, did not get the grade they expected because they didn't work hard enough. Temme has not only taught me different ways to view the science of life, but he also taught me a lot about what education should be. This class is hard. You cannot just memorize things to get by, but the TAs are very helpful!

I loved professor Temme! He was absolutely wonderful. I didn't do well in the class, and that's completely on me because I didn't want to put in the effort. It is A LOT of work, but so worth it. TA sessions are a must, but they are extremely helpful. They will go over literally every question that will be on the quiz/test.

TA sessions are a must! He teaches in a way that was hard for me to learn. His class is so eye opening. He teaches in a way that each thing builds on each other. If that makes sense. Lectures aren't boring, he is very lively and humorous throughout the lecture. He has study guides you can fill in during class, you can print or do in on a computer.

Dave Temme and Dave Carrier co-teach this course. I loved it. It was challenging but helped me think outside the box. So interesting for pre-health students. Learned a ton about modern and and evolutionary health. I highly recommend it. There are low-stakes quizzes every week and a couple "journals" due, which are simple. Take this course.

This class is tough, however if you read the text book, come to lectures, and go to TA help session you can pass this class vary easily. He teaches very different because he teaches so you understand the material and can visualize what is going on. Not as much memorizing.

I loved prof. Temme's class. It is a difficult class so if you're looking for an easy A, you won't find it here. Temme is focused on making sure every student understands the material and is staying on track. He can be harsh at times but he wants his students to succeed. No memorization in this class, all theory-based, so pay attention in lectures.

Take his class only if you really want to learn! I had zero biology background and I thought biology was boring. But his class totally changed my mind. I love biology now. His lecture is SO fun and challenging. It pushes me to think a lot. I study hard and go to TAs for his class, and it totally worth it!

Take his class only if you really want to learn! I had zero biology background and I thought biology was boring. But his class totally changes my mind. I love biology now. His lecture is SO fun and challenging. It pushes me to think a lot. I study hard and go to TAs for his class, and it totally worth it!

Couldn't ask for a more inspiring professor. If you love biology take his class

Temme is probably your stereotypical college professor. He seems really unapproachable and talks way over everyone's head. That being said he has helped me to understand concepts in the sciences (not just biology) that had stumped me for years, and his lectures are amazing. If you take his class it will be extremely hard, but extremely rewarding.

Read the textbook throughout the class and dont wait untill 2 days before the exam. LOTS of information and very detailed. dont take this class if youre not a science major. TA sessions are helpfull, you wont pass the class if you dont go to them.

This was the most AMAZING class!!! One of the best professors I've ever had.

Temme believes in what education should be. He isn't going to just give you an A for not learning anything. He teaches in such a way that you will actually learn concepts and not forget them. He is a solid teacher, not perfect, but definitely what other professors should be like.

Dave Temme and Dave Carrier joint teach this class. It is straight forward and really interesting. The class purpose is to force you to rethink nutrition and medicine, which it does effectively. Dave Temme is just a really good man. I have a lot of respect for him as a person.

First, this class is going to be hard no matter what professor you take it from. Second, those who disliked this class expected to do little work and still receive an A. Temme wants to challenge you to think in ways you never have before. At first I hated it, but now I use this thinking in every day life. Temme is amazing and I highly recommend him

Dave teaches biology conceptually. He teaches concepts, then expects you to be able to apply those concepts to a scenario or story given on the test. The TA sessions are very helpful, but if you aren't wanting to put in extra time outside of the lecture, don't take the class.

Dave's class is all about teaching you how to think about concepts and then writing tests which test if you are able to think about these concepts. After taking Dave's class all my other biology classes have been much easier to think about. TA sessions are essential but if you go to a few they give you all the answers to the quizzes.

TAKE HIS CLASS! Though some don't like him cause he stresses understanding rather than rote memorization, I can't thank him enough for how he has helped me learn to think. Had him for bio & phys- worked hard in both and amazing to see the dots connect and understand the stories. Don't let the other reviews scare you- if you work hard u can do well

Amazing class- participate in class to help make material stick. Go to him or TAs to clarify questions. Keep up by reviewing notes/concepts daily. Daily rewrote lecture notes into my "toolbox" notes. LOOK FOR THE PATTERNS! Read Silverthorn occasionally- don't need to buy. Key to class- study group, meet regularly to review and discuss the stories.

Unlike most bio classes, he really teaches concepts, rather than just asking for rote memorization. He's a great instructor and human being and he changed my worldview. I also learned a ton. Honestly, my friends in nursing school come to me for help now. It's not an easy course, but I feel that the effort I put in was really worth it.

This was one of the hardest classes I have ever taken. You will not pass by just memorizing the material in class. You have to really understand and be able to apply on exams. However, I really did love this class. I learned A LOT. If you're looking for an easy A this is not the class though.

This was one of the best classes I have ever taken. I felt like I had learned so much applicable information at the end of this class and was fully prepared to take pathophys in the spring. Not only did I learn so much, I enjoyed every class because Temme lectures in such a engaging way.

VERY specific teaching style. Good if you're an independent thinker

He has really grown on me over the semester. The last class was today, and I was actually sad to leave. I began the class with, frankly, hating it and thinking it's the hardest thing ever. I left appreciating his lecture/teaching-style so much more. Like he says, you will not change without struggle. And, boy, did I struggle. Be ready to work.

While this professor is known to be extremely difficult he is an incredible professor. You will feel like you understand nothing but once the class is over you realize just how much you actually learned and retained (a lot). This professor values application and critical thinking rather than memorization so tests are HARD and you must use the TA's.

Go to one library study session a week and I promise you will do well. It's a fantastic class; Temme is a fantastic lecturer. He makes physiology intuitive. Very little memorization. If you learn the few, key concepts each unit that he tells you will be on the test, you'll ace the class.

I was so afraid after seeing his rating on here, but honestly he is one of my favorite professors. He genuinely cares about what we discuss in class and gives us the tools we need to do well in class. Lots of TA sessions outside of class are available, and he is always staying after class to answer any questions. I totally recommend Dr. Temme!

If you want someone to give a bunch of stuff to memorize, take it from a different professor. If you actually want to work HARD and LEARN this subject, take this class. It can be very difficult and requires A LOT of study time to understand. That being said, here sits one of the best, most passionate, professors i have ever had. He's a true gem

Dave is a hilarious guy with a TON of knowledge. He is very passionate about physiology, this is his downfall. He expects everyone to be as passionate as he is. I had heard that his tests were difficult but that is an understatement. Make sure you can APPLY all the information he presents in different ways. His study questions are very helpful.

By far the best professor I have ever had. I left this class on the last day and realized what a valuable and deeply human course this was. Temme left a lasting impression on me and though he is seen as a tough professor, I would argue that if his class doesn't make you want to dig deeper than you should find another professor.

In any course, you have to figure out the professor's thinking style and apply it to exams. In Temme's case, his course is purely conceptual. Find the concept in exam questions and apply it. There is always something he mentions in lectures to back up his logic, so write down everything he says. This class makes you think & gave me new perspectives

I took the online lab and it wasn't terrible. The syllabus has parts copied from the previous semester so the objectives were unclear at some points, but the TAs could clear it up. The assignments allow for a lot of creative freedom. He provides videos trying to explain the concepts and sends out weekly annoucements. I'd take it again if needed.

His teaching style is unique because he tries to get students to use their "learning toolbox" and apply concepts to specific mechanisms of physiology, other than blindly memorizing every single mechanism. This made learning and preparing for the tests much more difficult because he would ask about mechanisms he never even mentioned in class.

Ive never been able to nap before taking this class. Thanks to the online lectures, my sleep schedule has never been better �� But actually, this class is strictly conceptual. His lectures are hard to follow and he is not concise or direct. Hes very knowledgeable but doesnt convey that very clearly.

I really liked this professor. Honestly if you don't give the class your all, you won't pass. I gave this class my 85% and still got a B. However, there were days I studied so much and didn't do well because I didn't grasp concepts adequately. I would suggest to do active recall as the study method and prepare to STUDY EVERY WEEKEND.

Professor Temme really wants his students to succeed but you have to apply yourself. It's really important to stay on top of the videos. It helps to hear the information once before class and then have him explain it again during class. It is also really helpful to use your own life/experiences to help study since you are studying about yourself!

Prof Temme takes an approach to learning I believe all professors should. I have noticed that many folks who aren't happy with his teaching philosophies also tend to dislike real learning. This isn't a class where students can regurgitate memorized buzzwords. Temme wants you to give yourself space to learn and love it. 10/10

Dr. Temme has a different approach to physiology. Rather go deep on the math or chemistry involved, he's more big picture. He focuses on the "stories" of how/why things work. You are graded on just quizzes and tests, which can be difficult if you haven't picked up on some of the nuances of the topics. I do recommend getting the textbook though.

You have several hours of long lectures to watch each week before class, pausing them every couple of seconds to write stuff down. But, if you take good notes and attend each class, you will do good on his exams. You have to learn to think like him. For exams, STUDY THE QUIZZES -You will succeed. Hes tough, but he knows his stuff.

I've taken multiple classes by this professor. His classes, more than any others, shaped me and my leaning experience. Anyone who's giving a negative rating is probably just complaining because they're unwilling to put in the work and struggle required to internalize the concepts taught. If you want to truly learn and not just memorize, go!!!!!!!!!

I love the way how prof Temme teaches physio, but since it's a very unique teaching style not everyone loves it. Make sure you go to as many TA sessions as possible. Don't get scared by him when he said you'll fail because you didn't take 2000 level bio before this class. I got a C for my general bio but ended up doing fine in this class.

I LOVED physiology with Temme. A lot of people complain about his teaching style, but it really worked for me. He leads funny, engaging, and informative lectures, and even though there is no textbook, there is content to supplement the lectures. The wording on questions is a little confusing, but if you understand the material, it's really not bad.

I enjoyed physiology with Temme, his lectures are engaging and informative. Despite what others say, he makes physiology significantly easier to conceptualize. I watched the videos on 1.5x and took notes, attended every lecture, and went to a TA session weekly. I'll likely make an A in the class, and I'm not particularly bright. You can do it too.

Temme reminds me of a wizard who gives you whimsical side quests. I only attended class to pick up my exams. His online lectures were all I needed. Granted, I took this class senior year, so I had a strong background in biology/anatomy/biochem. He is much more concept-focused/tying things together (real learning), which I genuinely appreciated.

His test questions are difficult but they are not as crazy as some students might say. If you are taking this class because you really want to learn about the core concepts for future healthcare careers then this is the class for you. His tests are easy if you focus on understanding not just memorizing, which is why many students struggle.

this was my favorite class ive taken at the U. the way this class is taught is by UNDERSTANDING concepts NOT memorizing. if you are truly interested in phys and how ur body works then this is the class for you. lectures were fun and interesting but most of the learning for exams is done on own thru videos and TA sessions. crammed for exams did fine

Temme takes some getting used to. This class is about UNDERSTANDING, not memorization. Once you realize that, you will be totally fine. I highly recommend going to every single office hour and watching the videos. Lectures aren't that important in terms of content, but David is worth showing up for. No need to take this class at Sandy.

Dave is hilarious. His class is pretty weird the way it's set up, but if you do your work, you will pass no problem. Exams are kind of extra; he rambles on in his questions but he is a fair grader. Lectures are optional, but I went every day because Dave is just an awesome person with good stories. It is a very hard class, but extremely doable.

Dave is an interesting professor nearing the end of his teaching career. He has great insights into physiology and solid lectures though the online and in-person content is somewhat repetitive. Exams are long answer, easy to do well on if you show understanding of "stories" and big-picture ideas.