4.5

Dean Spirelli

Anatomy Physiology - Palm Beach State College (all campuses)

4.5
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Would Retake
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Would Retake

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He isn't there to trick you or make you fail, only to help you succeed

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Great Professor, but get ready to have no life while taking AP1&2-its murder

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Class Info

Online Classes

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Attendance Mandatory

92%

Textbook Required

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Apr 15, 2015

Great teacher and very helpful. There is lots of material to memorize, but he helps every step of the way. I would take him again and I highly recommend him.

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Grade: B+
Apr 16, 2015

THE BEST PROFESSOR I HAVE EVER HAD AT PBSC!!!! He was always willing to help. He is very hands on and truly wants you to do well and learn. I hope he teaches A&P 2 because I will definitely take him again! TAKE HIM. YOU WRONT REGRET IT!

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Apr 25, 2015

This is not an easy class, but if you do the work, you will pass. He is ALWAYS available for help. You get a sense from the first day that if you listen to this guy, you will learn something. He is a chiropractor full time, but you can tell he loves teaching. Very respected among the students. I would take anything he taught.

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Grade: A+
Nov 9, 2015

EVERY THING IS STRAIGHT FORWARD FROM THE BEGINNING AND HE GIVES NUMEROUS OPPROTUNITIES FOR EXTRA CREDIT. HE TELLS YOU EXACTLY WHAT IS GOING TO BE ON THE TEST AHEAD OF TIME. EASY A!

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Grade: A+
Dec 18, 2015

Professor Spirelli was highly organized. Made learning anatomy and physiology Interesting. I really enjoyed taking his class!

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Dec 18, 2015

Great professor!

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Grade: B+
Dec 28, 2015

From Day 1, Dr Spirelli has been straight forward from what he expects out of all his students. He is consistent with everything he does, he gives extra credit, here to help after class, gives points for being present in class. In my personal view, I think that he represents the real definition of a Great teacher.

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Grade: B+
Jan 13, 2016

Dr. Spirelli is amazing. His main goal is to get you to know the basics of A&P. He explains things super well and makes sure everyone understands the material. He gives extra credit on every test and there is no homework. He is strict on attendance but he is willing to work with you if you tell him ahead of time if you are going to miss class.

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Grade: A+
Mar 21, 2016

He is one of the best professors I've taken. Made passing A&P feel like a breeze. You NEED to take him!

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Grade: A+
Apr 22, 2016

He is an amazing professor!

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Grade: B+
Apr 26, 2016

Dr. Spirelli is the best professor I've ever had. He made the class very interesting. YOU NEED THE BOOK. 2 quizzes, 1 midterm and final. If you study you'll pass! Do not miss a class, a lot of information in one day.

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May 10, 2016

Amazing professor! He really cares about his students and is heartfelt about the subject.

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Grade: B
May 11, 2016

He is a WONDERFUL professor. I wish i could take him for anatomy 2. if you're able to i would highly advise you to take him. Anat is boring but he makes learning it fun. Study the things he tells you to study and you'll do great, i promise.

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Grade: A+
Jul 14, 2016
Would take again

I took this class in the summer, everything was much more fast paced obviously but he managed to help you out by letting us know what exactly was going to be on the test, he can be very specific on that. Yes, there is a lot of material to cover but it's up to you to put the work in and study it. and he gives easy extra points on the test.

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Grade: A+
Aug 2, 2016
Would take again

Dr. Spirelli is a great professor. He is very specific what will be on quizzes and tests and his lectures are not boring at all. You will learn from this class but beware it will not be an easy A. If you don't miss classes and study you will pass but most importantly you will LEARN. I'm taking him again for lab 2.

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Grade: A
Aug 29, 2016
Would take again

Excellent Professor/chiropractor. Knowledgeable in science, spec. Anatomy. Interactive with his class and understanding. Register early for his classes before it's full. This class does require a lot of memorization, but it's mostly based on what he assigns you to study. Quiz are easy. Midterm study. Final 2x study. Here to help you pass.

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Grade: B
Oct 10, 2016
Would take again

GREAT professor, you will definitely learn. It is tough but he helps out so much and he explains the material very well. But be prepared to study a lot. Don't take the class for granted. but if you're looking forward to actually learn anatomy, take him.

Respected
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Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 2, 2016
Would take again

Awesome professor I tried to get him for anatomy and physiology 2 but it was sold out. He's very entertaining during lectures, and cares about all of his students. You have to work to pass his class, but he's always available and willing to help in anyway he can.

Skip class? You won't pass.
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Grade: A
Dec 7, 2016
Would take again

He truly cares for his students to excel. Very straightforward about the material that he will test you on. Offers to help and also gives extra credit on quizzes and tests. Lectures are not boring and he makes it funny at times. One of the best professors I've taken. You also get extra points for attendance!

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Grade: A+
Jan 12, 2017
Would take again

Professor Spirelli is my all time favorite !! He somehow makes a 3 hour lab enjoyable and easier to understand. He's very clear on what he expects and what he will be testing you on. Two quizzes, midterm and final. Extra questions for extra points available for all of them. Highly recommend him !

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Grade: B
Mar 1, 2017
Would take again

Best professor thus far!

Skip class? You won't pass.
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Grade: A+
May 16, 2017
Would take again

Best professor at palm beach state. He knows his stuff and he will tell you exactly what's on his test. A LOT of information, but it's anatomy (so regardless it's going to take lot of studying) but it's not hard. Gives extra credit and attendance points.

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Grade: A+
Jun 21, 2017
Would take again

Dr. Spirelli is an amazing professor and a great person. He really knows what he is talking about and he makes class a great time. This was my second time taking this course and the first time I got a D, this time I got an A. He explains things so amazingly and is truly a teacher that cares for his students. I have absolutely nothing bad to say.

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Grade: A
Aug 8, 2017
Would take again

Awesome professor who really knows his stuff. Not an easy subject to learn but with Dr. Spirelli he really makes it easy. Will not need the textbook since I was able to pass the class with an A with just his powerpoints. Take his class you wont regret it.

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Grade: A
Dec 5, 2017
Would take again

I took him for Anatomy 1 Lab and I knew I had to take him again for Anatomy 2 Lab. He is an amazing professor and there is no doubt about that. He really cares for his students and is always there if you don't understand something. He lectures are superb and as long as you're studying every night, you should receive an passing grade.

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Respected
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Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 7, 2017
Would take again

Dr. Spirelli was a very good teacher definitely take him! He is very energetic and a visual teacher. Gives you exactly what is on the test only reason to fail is if you do not study. You will need to study hard but he gives you all the tools you need. Very funny

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Grade: A
Dec 13, 2017
Would take again

Dr. Spirelli made learning A&P 1 super fun & easy! He could not have been more straight forward about tests. He tells you exactly what to expect. Seriously doesn't get better than him!

Skip class? You won't pass.
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Would take again
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Grade: A
Dec 13, 2017
Would take again

Dr. Spirelli was great! Anatomy is a tough corse no matter what. It is a memorization game but he is not out to get you. He is very real with his class. The extra credit given is on the quizzes and tests, for example: quiz is 30 questions but he grades best of 25 for final and midterm there are 10 extra. Attendance not mandatory but you get 50 poin

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Grade: B+
Dec 13, 2017
Would take again

He is very fast paced, you need to pay attention. A lot of visual models. Mid-term and Final are all visual hands on identifying. Anatomy 1 has 2 dissections. LAB COAT REQUIRED!!!! closed toed shoes as well or he wont let you stay in class for dissections. Lecture heavy!! A lot of memorization and studying. 2 quizzes. Attendance gets you 50pts.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Tests are tough
LECTURE HEAVY
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Apr 9, 2018
Would take again

Professor Spirelli is a very good professor, yet his test is very hard and very hard to understand. He is direct but he takes to much on one chapter that when the test is coming up he rushes through everything and could do a whole chapter in 10 minutes.

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TEST HEAVY
LECTURE HEAVY
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Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 28, 2018
Would take again

I took Spirelli AP1 Lab, great professor! yes..U need the book. He also gives you PDF Files to study from. Yes, u need to study to pass. This is not an easy class. 2 quizzes (multiply choice) midterm& Final (fill in the blanks) spelling DON'T COUNT! HOW TO PASS??Go to the SLC LAB ONCE A WEEK! AFTER LECTURE PRACTICE & REMEMBER THE MODELS & STUDY !!

Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
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Apr 28, 2018
Would take again

Great Professor, but get ready to have no life while taking AP1&2-its murder. Go to the SILC lab as often as possible if you want to get a good grade. 50 points for attendance, 2 quizes, one midterm and final. He wants to help his students, and he will stay to help you after class, if needed.

Skip class? You won't pass.
TEST HEAVY
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Grade: C
May 1, 2018
Would take again

Great Professor, Very clear and detailed tells you what is going to be on the test. The class consists of 2 quizzes,1 midterm, and 1 final with optional extra credit given. Study as you go, don't be behind. Visit the SILC lab OFTEN. Don't forget to sign the attendance sheet.

Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
TEST HEAVY
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Grade: A
May 5, 2018
Would take again

This is Anatomy. You need to study- period. Do not let these reviews make you think this class is easy by any means. After the midterm, half the class DROPPED. I finished with a 90 in the class because I got 100 on each quiz and high Bs on the practicals. STUDY. Extra credit is from the lectures so pay attention to details and ask him to review.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
Caring
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Grade: A
May 7, 2018
Would take again

Doctor Spirelli is one of my favorite teachers, he made Anatomy 2 a great experience for me. Anatomy is not an easy course, but if you pay attention to his lectures he gives you everything you need to know for the exam. Awesome labs and practicals, he goes around the tables and points out different organs/vessels on dissections.

Participation matters
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Grade: A-
May 7, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Lecture class: He will tell you what's on the test however tests are not easy. He does not go over the material in class, he just reads off a powerpoint Lab Class: There are 2 quizzes, practical midterm and practical final. He will tell you which models will be on the test and is up to you to go to the silclab and study them. Attendance counts 50p

Participation matters
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Grade: B
May 7, 2018
Wouldn't take again

responds to emails a week later. a tough grader. He will not curve your final grade! Me and two other ppl got a lower grade by just two points. Most professors would curve that. He wouldnt budge. Otherwise attendance is 50 points. One midterm and final and two quizzes. Thats how he grades.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
TEST HEAVY
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Grade: A+
May 10, 2018
Would take again

Anatomy is a tough class to take, but clearly lays out everything you need to know in the power points (book totally unnecessary). He makes the material relatable and personal and also provides mnemonics to make certain things easier to remember. He isn't there to trick you or make you fail, only to help you succeed. I highly recommend!!

Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
Hilarious
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Grade: B-
Jun 19, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Professor Spireli is a very tough grader. He will not curve your test not even by one point. His tests are very hard. The test is about 4 chapters. He only teaches from the powerpoint. There is only tests and that is your whole grade.

Tough Grader
TEST HEAVY
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Grade: A
Aug 20, 2018
Would take again

class was hard but he will provide you with everything needed to get a good grade. Nice and funny but this class is far from a blow off. He truly cares about his students and I would highly recommend him. Study or you wont pass.

Tough Grader
Respected
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Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 15, 2018
Would take again

Prof Spirelli is a great teacher, I highly recommend him. He is very clear from the beginning about grading, and the system is extremely fair. ALWAYS extra credit on quizzes & tests. As he goes over slides in lecture he points out which ones will be relevant for the tests, which makes studying simple. He reviews before tests & grades test quickly.

Clear grading criteria
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Oct 29, 2018
Would take again

Professor Spirelli is an amazing professor for multiple reasons. He is a doctor in real life so he gives up real life examples that ties in the lecture, goes through everything many times and breaks it down so everyone understands it, he is hilarious, kind, and always uplifting, and gives bonus questions on tests. Overall excellent!!!!

Respected
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Grade: A
Nov 7, 2018
Would take again

Look no further. This is the professor you need to take for anatomy.

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Dec 5, 2018
Would take again

Best lab teacher without a doubt, lets be real here anatomy is no walk in the park but go to every single class and study small sections at a time and put the information away mentally and you will pass this class. He gives you everything you need to know and really cares about his students, no secrets. I cant wait to take him for anatomy 2.

Respected
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Amazing lectures
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Grade: A
Dec 10, 2018
Would take again

The key to passing this class is to study! He cleary tells you what will be on the quizzes and tests! If you miss a class you will be missing a lot of information. It is all about memorization. Dr. Spirelli explains everthing in great detail, he is funny also! It is a tough class, your only homework is to study!

Skip class? You won't pass.
Amazing lectures
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Grade: A
Dec 14, 2018
Would take again

Professor Spirelli is one of the best professor I've had. He is clear and explains everything is an easy way to understand. He helps every student with anything they don't get and his tests really challenge the mind. He always tells you what to expect and if you attend and participate, you'll do great in his class.

Skip class? You won't pass.
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Grade: A+
Dec 16, 2018
Would take again

Great guy. He made the 3 hour lab feel shorter by telling us little funny stories. Come to every class! It will pay off. During class he hinted towards what would be asked on the exam so we could focus on it when studying. I never had time to go to the SILC lab (which he said was necessary) but I still got a high A. Focus and use class time wisely.

Skip class? You won't pass.
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Grade: A+
Jun 26, 2019
Would take again

Easy to understand, passionate, timely, funny, to-the-point, and knowledgeable- everything you could ever hope for in a professor. Yes, it is a lot of work. Dr. Spirelli calls it, "labor-intensive, but not hard", which I found to be very true. if you GO TO CLASS and STUDY- a lottt you will do great! Can't say enough good things!

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Jul 17, 2019
Would take again

he is passionate about teaching this class, lots of material to go through. Provides his powerpoint slides in emails (not necessary to print them nor to have the text book). He makes the class enjoyable as possible, honest and straightforward. Homework is to study, no other homework.

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Grade: A+
Dec 3, 2019
Would take again

Best college professor I have ever had. I cannot recommend taking him enough, I had him for A&P1 and A&P2 (and the labs). He will help you throughout the class make sure you show up though you can easily miss a lot. He is enthusiastic and related the content to real life situations to help you remember and relate. I wish I could take him forever!

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Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 22, 2020
Wouldn't take again

First off ladies hes handsome. But hes a good professor but anatomy hard af. Lot of STUDYING, midterm and exam are a headache cause theres models and you have to labels them. You need the textbook. Good luck

Participation matters
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Grade: A
Jul 8, 2020
Would take again

I took him for BSC2085 LECTURE CLASS ONLINE LOVE HIM taking him again for summer B he was very organized grades quickly , the powerpoints are very easy to follow he really takes his time to break it down to you and make it very understanding and easy to follow along.

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Grade: A+
Jul 11, 2020
Would take again

Theres no Home work all you have to do is read over your lecture notes he gives you to pass. If your a student that zones out in lectures like myself hes great he knocks the projector when something might be on the test and jumps around the place keeping all his students engage. Hes a cool guy and ready to answer any of his students questions.

Clear grading criteria
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Grade: A+
Jul 11, 2020
Would take again

Great teacher cares about helping his students and allows you to record him when he goes over the lab models to help you study. Always copy what he writes down on the board it will be seen again.

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Grade: A
Aug 14, 2020
Would take again

Honestly Hands down best professor I ever had! Take him trust me ! you want to pass AP take him , took him for AP1 and 2 he doesn't give feedback on the grades but honestly its hard to fail when he gives you the answers in the powerpoint ! He cares and will always say your emails if you have any questions , zoom meeting are short 30 mins max

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Grade: C
Sep 1, 2020
Would take again

Dr. Spirelli is a solid choice for A&P lecture and lab, he is clear on grading creteria and what is expected of you from the beginning. This class isn't an easy grade by any means but it is possible to do well if you put time and effort into it. There is no hw, only test and quizzes but he makes it clear what to expect and study for. TAKE HIM!!

Graded by few things
Clear grading criteria
Lecture heavy
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Grade: A+
Dec 10, 2020
Would take again

No textbook required. Just show up to your Zoom (each one is like 15 minutes long), and do your 4 tests. He allows you to be absent twice, third time is when points get taken off. Best teacher for anatomy and lab. If you taking lab and lecture take him for both.

Accessible outside class
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Skip class? You won't pass.
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Grade: A+
Dec 14, 2020
Would take again

Took Dr. Spirelli for Anatomy 2 lecture and lab and he is hands down the BEST prof. for this class. He is very understanding all you have to is communicate with him. Took his class remotely online due to Covid but he is accessible, he explains everything, test are VERY EASY. TAKE HIM for that A but you have to do your part but he is AMAZING!!!

Participation matters
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Grade: A+
Dec 14, 2020
Would take again

I love prof. Spirelli, he is the BEST! I took him for both A&p 2 and lab, so take him. He explains everything and if you have additional questions he will answer them via email or zoom. He do gives extra credit on the lab test. Attendance matters because he gives points but if you can't make it, email him and he will understand. EASY A & you learn.

Accessible outside class
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
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Jan 16, 2021
Would take again

He is so nice. I missed an exam and he let me re take it I went from a D to a B. Hes amazing. No homework. Just tests.

Clear grading criteria
Caring
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May 24, 2021
Would take again

He is amazing beside the lecture he shares a dropbox file with the ppt and the recording of the lecture, that's why you do not need the book. 4 exams and that's it! The only thing I didn't like is he doesn't give a feedback back of the exam so actually you don't know where you make a mistake. When I requested hin a feedback of my final he says busy

Amazing lectures
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Grade: B+
Jun 1, 2021
Would take again

Professor Spirelli is great, easy, understanding, sweet and funny. He made learning a hard subject enjoyable & time flew by. Take him for A&P 1 & 2 whether its lecture or lab you wont regret it as long as you study the notes, pay attention to lectures or labs and participate and you'll do great. (Taken in person-January 2020)

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Amazing lectures
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Grade: A+
Jun 1, 2021
Would take again

Professor Spirelli is great even as an online professor just show up to class to receive the information and study the PowerPoints on dropbox app because he doesn't use blackboard , each test is 250 word response but its not hard but its A&P 2 so it is a lot of information try to stay focus and learn. (taken august 2020)

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Grade: A+
Jun 22, 2021
Wouldn't take again

These students cant rate for their life. This professor gives long page papers for all his exams. So its writing heavy. I feel like I am taking a English class instead of anatomy. no multiple choice test . He give like 4 questions but the questions make you write heavy and researching a lot. Last option prof for a reason. Not again

Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
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Grade: A+
Jun 24, 2021
Would take again

I absolutely love professor Spirelli! I took him for anatomy 1 during summer session. he gives you screen recordings and PowerPoints so basically if you listen to the recordings, you'll be fine. His exams are 4 essay questions of at least 300 words but if you just listen to his recordings its an easy A and his answers are all in the recordings.

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Grade: A+
Oct 28, 2021
Would take again

if you plan on being in the medical field TAKE HIM he is the best professor and if you don't learn then you didn't pay attention. He tells you EXACTLY what is going on the exams just pay attention and STUDY. Ask him questions! He gives EC in every test I passes with a 112 instead of a 100. He is truly amazing! Even during the test you can ask thngs

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Grade: A
Dec 11, 2021
Would take again

if there are any bad comments dont read them. Spirelli was the absolute best teacher ever for lab and lecture. Lab he gives you all the powerpoints so just study those and youll be fine. Lecture is also powerpoints and he cuts it down and goes over whats on the test. If you study and i mean good studying, you will pass.

Clear grading criteria
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Caring
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Grade: B+
Nov 30, 2022

Great professor, it's alot of studying though and you have to put time into pass. not really that helpful one on one, but if you study daily you'll be fine. don't skip class because he gives attendance points and if you miss class you'll be behind. gives you the right amount for what you need to study and is helpful for the midterm and final.

Test heavy
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Grade: A+
Jan 9, 2023
Would take again

Easy class just study. There's no homework just 4 test were you get 10 more extra credit question. So regardless of getting 10 questions wrong you still receive a 100%. Taking him for BSC2086.

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Amazing lectures
Respected
5.0
2.0
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Grade: A+
Apr 27, 2023
Would take again

Dr. Spirelli has to be one of my favorite professors! You are graded on in the lab 4 quizzes and a midterm and a final. With the midterm and final it is fill-in-the-blank but if you study and I definitely recommend going to the SILC lab and study with the tutors there they are so helpful and will make sure you know the material!

Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
2.0
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Grade: B+
Apr 28, 2023
Would take again

really good professor and A&P 2 was much easier than A&P 1. he gives everything you need for the tests and is really nice and understanding and will get you what you need to pass. The tests are multiple choice and it makes it a lot easier to do well. He makes everything really easy to understand and get the test grades very fast which is helpful to

Participation matters
Caring
Respected
3.0
4.0
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Grade: F
Jun 26, 2023

No homework, no xtracredit, no partial credit on free response tests.2 multiple choice quizzes, midterm&final were 50 free response questions.I studied the night before evrything, doesnt work at all. plenty of memorization.6 people in my class failed in total.highly suggest join a group,they seemed to pass.Uses models.puts models in dropbox helpd

Tough grader
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
BSC2086
Grade: A+
Jul 12, 2023
Would take again

He is one of my favorite professors. The most helpful aspect is he uses dropbox where he has uploaded his lectures. They are almost verbatim to what he says in class. If you use this to your advantage, you will do great. He is confident and respectful and allows you to ask many questions. He cares about us and even gives us a farewell speech.

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
1.0
2085L
Grade: A+
Nov 1, 2023
Would take again

I will recommend this professor to everyone...He is the best professor I have had 10/10 for sure. He cares that everyone learns what he teaches. He will show you everything that is on his quizzes/tests/midterm/final. He gives basically free points for attendance just show up. I took him A&P 1 LEC & LAB and for A&P 2 LEC AND LAB.

Amazing lectures
Respected
5.0
2.0
BSC2086
Grade: A+
Dec 20, 2023
Would take again

he is literally the best professor out there. I took him both AP1 and 2, I passed both with high grades. He makes everything easy, all powerpoints where he points out the most important things to know and does reviews before the tests. Only 4 tests in total, he is super funny and caring and understands we have a life outside of school 100% take him

Amazing lectures
Caring
Respected
1.0
5.0
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Grade: Not sure yet
Mar 18, 2024

Nice guy but just didn't like his teaching style. Not helpful for quiz/exams, pretty much says we have to know everything and go to the tutoring center-That is fine, but the way he teaches is absolutely awful. No engagement doesn't make class interesting to learn and uses fear from the first class in regard to the midterm and final. DO NOT TAKE HIM

Lecture heavy
Test heavy
5.0
1.0
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Grade: A+
Apr 28, 2024
Would take again

He is the best prof I've had in a long time. I had him for both anatomy 1 and 2 plus the labs . He is lecture heavy but honestly He goes out of his way to give u as much information as possible plus great reviews before tests. He wants u to pass. Anatomy itself is hard tho just a lot of memorization.

Participation matters
Lecture heavy
1.0
5.0
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Grade: Rather not say
May 1, 2024

The other reviews have got to be fake. He sends grades out at the end of the semester and blurs the student's id except the last 4 numbers so its private. Over half of the class received a D or an F. When this happens, it is a teacher issue. Obviously half of the entire class was struggling. Never curves, no extra credit, no remorse. AWFUL

Tough grader
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
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Grade: A
May 14, 2024
Would take again

I am not a science geek-he made learning so easy. makes you feel comfortable to ask questions. all grading was the 4 tests. tests were so straight forward. he would go over the entire test a class before so you could take notes on the questions.adds insane amount of points for attendance to the tests.go from a 70 to a 90 if you attend every class.

5.0
3.0
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Grade: A
Aug 6, 2024
Would take again

Gave clear grading criteria for lab. Lab grade was based on practicals (mid-term + final), two quizzes but he prepares you for each one. Pay attention during his ppt lecture because he gives you exact questions that will be on the practical or the quiz. Everything is in his powerpoints. He says you need the lab manual but we never used it.

Clear grading criteria
Respected
Graded by few things
5.0
4.0
BSC2085
Grade: A+
Aug 30, 2024
Would take again

Amazing lectures and will always be clear about what will be on the quizzes and practicals. It is a lot of information so it will be hard BUT he does his best to give you everything you'll need. There's a review before each quiz and practical. There's extra credit available on both. Practicals are hard but they are supposed to be its a blank sheet

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
BSC2086
Grade: A+
Oct 14, 2024
Would take again

The absolute best professor at PBSC. I took him for Anatomy 1 and 2 lab and lecture and received an A in all 4 classes. Yes it's a lot of material but that's just what you sign up for when you choose a career in healthcare. He gives you everything you need to succeed! I genuinely miss his classes now that I'm finished with anatomy.

Amazing lectures
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
2.0
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Grade: A
Dec 13, 2024
Would take again

It is very easy to pass this course with Dr. Spirelli. The class consists of 4 exams (3 chapters on each) with some bonus questions, no homework, and no more than 2 unexcused absences. He cuts out a lot of unnecessary slides and condenses the material so it's manageable. Explains very clearly what is required to pass and which slides to focus on.

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Graded by few things
5.0
3.0
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Grade: A+
Dec 29, 2024
Would take again

Felt like his class was more lecture based than lab. He would lecture for the majority of class then let us take photos of the models at the end, but wouldn't go over the components unless we asked. But he is VERY clear on what he is going to ask on the quizzes (2) and practicals (2). You do have to put in effort to memorize the material.

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Amazing lectures
Respected
5.0
4.0
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Grade: A+
Apr 29, 2025
Would take again

Dr.Spirelli is one of the best professors I've taken. I think his lectures are full of life. He talks loud, asks questions, and explains everything you need to know. I'm not saying it's an easy course, it's hard! But if you take the time to study a little every day you will be just fine. Some say he's “rude” but he's just very straight forward

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Amazing lectures
Lecture heavy
5.0
2.0
BSC2085
Grade: C+
Jul 23, 2025
Would take again

Great teacher, but be aware that all he offers are 4 tests and nothing else, so keep that in mind when it comes to your grade. He reviews what will be on the test in class before. Class is pretty easy. He lectures, and you take notes.

2.0
3.0
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Sep 3, 2025

If I'm being honest not really a lab class at all, didn't learn things on hand everything was through the computer and just note taking and talked too fast. NEED TO STUDY TO PASS!

Lecture heavy
5.0
5.0
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Grade: A-
Oct 13, 2025
Would take again

He states what is needed to be know for the class. The classes are usually quick and he full of personality. Can't pass without studying since half the class is written response.

EXTRA CREDIT
Test heavy
Graded by few things
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