4.5

Jay Robinson

Biology - San Antonio College

4.5
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He's a very smart man and knows what he's talking about

BIOL2401 - 5.0 rating

12/07/2017- Rest in Peace Professor Robinson

AP2401 - 5.0 rating
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BIOL2401
Mar 4, 2004

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BIOLOGY
Apr 27, 2004

They don't call him Sugar Bear for nothin'!!!

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BIO2401
Aug 15, 2004

I just finished my summer II session. Mr. Robinson is a great teacher, he give you test study guides and is very clear in his lectures and instruction, the test are a little bit hard but if you study you will do fine, he ia a very straight anc cool guy.

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BIO2401
Nov 19, 2004

He gives you study guides so you know what to study and his test are a little tough but if you just buckle down and study yyou can get an A in A/P

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BIOLOGY2401
Nov 22, 2004

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API
Nov 22, 2004

Extremely easy, he gives you a study guide which is what is exactly on the test. Only for tests no extra **** work, if you study the guide he gives you'll get an A

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BIOLOGY
Dec 1, 2004

you get an a if you show up. biggets blow of class i have ever taken. Mr. Robinson could be a supermodel

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AMP12
Jan 10, 2005

he makes bio likable! he is straight to the point and he has that cute dry sense of humor. he is the greatest bio teacher i've ever had, and you actually LEARN something which is the most important thing he is just GREAT...

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ANATOMYI
Apr 12, 2005

A very sweet guy. I love this teacher. Study his study guides, go to class and you will make it.

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ANATOMY
Apr 20, 2005

this subject can be hard no matter what teacher you take but this teacher is easy and helps you a lot. Take him and you will garantee to get a good grade. He is amazing.

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BIO1308
May 25, 2005

he is ok. he gives study guides which helps if you study. His voice changes during the class. Overall he is a good teacher.

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API
Jul 4, 2005

He is the sweetest guy. Study his study guides and do not miss class. He is very straight in his grading. No a single trick like some bio teacher. Take him, he is the best in the biology dep.

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BIO2401
Aug 19, 2005

Excellent teacher! I took him as a retake so i know what else is out there. He is such a nice guy and is very straight forward. Highly recommended by everyone i know. He actaully cares about his students. Cannot say enough good about him

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BIOL2402AP
Aug 23, 2005

Great class. Grades very fair and if you study his guides well you will do just fine. He is straight forward no tricks, unlike other Biol Profs at SAC. Lectures can be hard to follow but just stay with him and read his study guide a little every day. Gives points for attendance!!!! Take him you too will like him.

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2401
Aug 24, 2005

Excellent Teacher. I took it in summer II and got an A. He is very straight forward on his test no trick questions.No need for expensive book material is all in study guides.His lectures are very understandable and gives great examples. The subject is difficult but Professor Johnson is the best Bio teacher.Highly recommend him.

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Sep 26, 2005

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3401
Oct 24, 2005

The only Bio teacher worth taking! He let's you know exactly what's on the test and gives extra points for attendence. Overall excellent teacher.

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AP2
Nov 9, 2005

EASY teacher!! gives points for attendence. gives study guides for each test. test is based on study guide so if u study it u will pass! i recommend him for this class very much!!

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BIOL2402
Nov 14, 2005

He was a very good teacher. Not the best handwriting but he gives you everything that will be on the test in a study guide. He goes over everything in the study guide for his lectures so you dont have to take a lot of notes if any.

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1301
Nov 14, 2005

very helpfull, gives you study guides for all the tests so you know what your going to on the test. attendances is fair he is a funny and smart teacher. no homework.

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AP1
Nov 16, 2005

he is an awsome bio teacher and really knows his material. teaches like a football coach would, but is so cool about his tests (being they are straight from his study guide) i failed his first two tests cause i didn't study, but still got an A in the end!

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BIO2401
Nov 17, 2005

He's the best A&P teacher ever! He makes it easy to get an A in his class because of his study guides (they have everything on them you'll need for the test). You wouldn't even have to go to class and you could still make an A (but he gives points for attendance!). He's also funny (I'm not sure he means to be though). Highly Highly recommend!

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BIOL2401
Dec 7, 2005

Easy teacher, very straight forward, I made an A in the class. All you need is the lab manual, the text book is just for pics. I never read it because he goes directly off his study guides. This is the easiest, but most time consuming class. He also gives points for attendance at the end of the semester. Great teaher, but be prepared to study.

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BIOL2401
Feb 2, 2006

really cool teacher.. very clear and helpful. just go by his study guides and you cant lose..

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AP2
Feb 10, 2006

I was newbie at SAC last year and got stuck with everyone's last-pick prof who made A&P 1 a miserable experience. This time around, with Robinson, I couldn't be more pleased. He lectures at a comfortable pace, and his tests are completely fair. He'll even help you out with curves and bonus points for attendance! I love this guy.

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BIOLO2401
Aug 19, 2006

I love this guy!!! I took the class during Summer II and got an A on my final. Thank God for his study guides because they have everything that's on the test. Just study them, show up to class and you'll make an A in his class.....AAAAIGHT!!

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BIOL2401
Sep 13, 2006

Robinson is the best teacher you can ever take. If you want to bring up your GPA take him. He is clear and talks so loud that you would never fall sleep in his class, it really makes you want to learn.

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BIO2401
Nov 15, 2006

I don't think that he helps you enough.

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BIO2401
Nov 17, 2006

First A&P is VERY hard. Robinson makes this as easy as possible by giving you a study guide with everything on the test in it. He reviews this in class. He also gives little bonuses based on attendance. If you are taking this class, expect to study ALL the TIME and still make a B. I would recommend him, and plan to take 2402 with him.

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BIO2401
Nov 21, 2006

He gives you a study guide that has all the info you need for his tests, and refers you to any pictures you need on the guide. Keep a decent attention span and study the study guide, and you'll pull a B, easy. Study hard and an A is no problem.

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BIO2401
Dec 7, 2006

A&P is going to be a hard class no matter who you take it with, this teacher is well organized. He explain everything in detail so you have a full understanding. Yes he gives you a study guide, but you have to know that thing front and back, & to be able to apply it. Over all he is good at his job, & gives you all the info you need.

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BIOL2401
Dec 8, 2006

He is funny, but cuts to the chase. His study guide gives you 100% of what's on the test. Lab & text books aide in learning, but not really needed. The material is difficult, but if you pay attention & really study you can get an A. He gives extra points to the final grade for attendance.

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BIO2401
Dec 11, 2006

a really good guy. easy to talk to . very fair.

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AP2401
Dec 14, 2006

There is alot of information to learn in AP but Prof. Robinson makes it clear and concise with his study guides. Learn the information on the study guide 100% and you should make an A. If if isn't in the study guide, it won't be on the test. Extra points for attendance and his lectures are easy to follow along. A+ Prof.

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BIOL2401
Dec 16, 2006

A&P is not easy by far but Mr. Robinson makes it alot less difficult!!! He gives you study guides and then lectures right off of them, if its not on the study guide then its not on the test!! He is not a tricky teacher eaither, all black and white...that makes it easier in its self. You have 4 test grades and a final, no lab grades.. I am taking hi

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BIOL2401
Dec 18, 2006

Great Instructor

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BIO2401
Dec 20, 2006

Professor Robinson Is Really Awesome, I Didn't Think I Could Make An A In There The First Time!!! I Was So Happy, I Learned So Much!!! He Makes It Easy And Gives You Study Guides For All Your Tests. For Me It Wasn't A Time Consuming Class, I Only Needed To Study For A Few Hours. I Will Be Taking Him Again When I Get The Chance!!!! A+ Professor

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BIOLO1308
Jan 3, 2007

This class was so easy. The tests were just the study guides that he handed out to you WORD for WORD.

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BIOL2401
Apr 19, 2007

This guy is great! i took him for biol 2401 and made an A+! He is an extremely nice teacher. he gives study guides over the WHOLE test! Our overall grade consisted of 5 test grades. It is not a whole lot of work just a whole lot of studying. he doesnt really used the text book, mainly just the lab manual.

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AP2402
May 19, 2007

I took Prof. Robinson for both 2401 and 2402! I learned so much and he made it very easy with his study guides! The second A&P is so much easier than the first! I will miss this class! Register super early to get a spot in his class! He fills up quicker than any prof. I know. Just learn his study guide, inside and out, and you will ace every exam!!

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BIOL2402
May 20, 2007

Great professor. Excellent study guides, study them and pay attention and its not hard to do well in his class. Register early as his classes fill up quick.

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BIOL001
Jun 6, 2007

I really enjoyed his class, I learned alot. He has a good way of teaching. We did not use a book. He gave us handouts to study for tests. Just make sure you study them and you will do good.

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BIOL2402
Jun 18, 2007

Excellent professor - very clear with his lectures... No time wasted in his class -will learn a lot. Just study the outline he gives you for the tests and you're sure to ace it... No tricky test questions. I highly recommend him.

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BIO1411
Aug 6, 2007

I loved him. His enthusiasm and demeanor towards the subject concreted my decision to minor in it.

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BIO2401
Aug 18, 2007

I took him for summer A&P and it was easy. The tests get harder as the semester progresses and the final will need study time but he will give you study guides and the questions will come from there.

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BIOL2401
Dec 17, 2007

Great professor. He gives study guides, from which the tests are taken almost verbatim. He does what he can to help people out, bonus pts for attendance, etc. I made a very high A on every test, some people failed, but they didn't study. Register EARLY for this one!

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BIOL2401
Dec 27, 2007

He knows his material, but he meanders off topic frequently. He has his own study sheets he gives you and the questions come directly off them. If you study them you will get a good grade. Great Prof.

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BIOL1308
Jan 12, 2008

Good guy. He kind of yells alot during class,but I guess it is to make sure everyone can hear him.You don't REALLY need to show up to class that often because he gives you a study guide a few weeks before the tests. He does give extra points freqently though. His tests are about 60 questions and come right from the study guide. I would recomend him

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BIOL2401
Jan 14, 2008

great prof. awesome sense of humor he does have a tendency to go off topic but goes right back to the lecture his study guides are extremely thorough and believe me he knows his material register early with this prof. his classes fill up very quickly i guarantee if you like the subject you'll get an a with this guy

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BIOL2401
Feb 5, 2008

great prof. gives you study guides and takes the questions off the tests verbatim the study guides. dont need book. just lab book. gives extra points. wont drop u. study the study guides and u will get an A.

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BIOL2401
Apr 4, 2008

coming into this class i was freaked! this class is FULL of material and you WILL have to study.. but this teacher makes it SUPER easy. trust me if you want to take A&P, take him! but his classes fill up super quick. he gives you study guides and his tests come DIRECTLY from them. it's a give away. I got an A. loved this class, and learned alot!

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BIOL2401
Apr 12, 2008

Mr. Robinson is a very laid back professor he knows his stuff but is a bet of a sadder brian. He gives out study guides which are really helpful, everything that is on that study guide its on the test! Doesn't do to much labs but has a very monoton voice.He is helpful and is easy to get along with.

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BIO1308
May 16, 2008

do your study guide you will pass

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BIOL2401
Jun 6, 2008

Love Professor Robinson! Don't get me wrong, this is NOT an easy class, but he springs no surprises. You WILL have to study, but it's worth it. Memorize your study guide! Thanks, Professor!

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BIOL2401
Aug 14, 2008

HE IS A GOOD PROFESSOR. SPEAK LOUDLY AND CLARIFY ALL THE MATERIAL WITH ALL THE BEST. HIS TESTS ARE NOT TRICKY, MOST OF THE QUESTIONS ARE EXACTLY WORDS-BY-WORDS IN THE STUDY GUIDE, SO IT HELPS A LOT! I GOT AN A , EVEN I COMPLETELY RELAX AT THE NIGHT BEFORE TEST. YOU WILL ENJOY HIS CLASS IF YOU STUDY.

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BIO2401
Dec 19, 2008

He is a very good teacher. Im not going to say it was a piece of cake cause bio is hard on it' own, but he made it alot more tolerable.Good teacher helps you when you need it. I would take him again

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BIO2401
Feb 25, 2009

great prof. it's a hard class but he makes things easy to understand. i'm taking him for 2402 now. no papers, no homework, but you must study if you intend to pass.

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BIOL1308
Mar 26, 2009

Great Professor!! He is so nice and he makes biology interesting. I would take him again if I needed another biology class. Just STudy exactly what he gives you and you can make an easy A. Sign up quick his classes really do fill up.

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BIOL2401
May 27, 2009

Everyone says this is the easiest professor, but the class was still very hard. Biology is hard though, so if you want an A you will have to study. There is alot of memorization, so if you are good at that then the class will be easy for you. Not interactive at all, but there is a lot of material, so not time for that anyway. Not easy, but good!

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BIOL2401
Aug 11, 2009

If you learn through interaction and participation in class Robinson is not the professor for you. If you learn from memorization of notes go for it. Labs were minimal which was disappointing. I came away from the class with a "B". His bonus points for attendance are a plus. He tends yell during his letures so don't sit in front.

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BIOL2401
Aug 13, 2009

If you want to pass, go with Jay. Not an easy A, but not an easy subject! He's passionate & fair, does not berate students like another Bio teacher that I had. I took 5 week Summer & had to study VERY HARD. Upside, ALL exams except 1 multiple choice. He talks loud, so hard to fall asleep in class. Miss a day-miss a LOT. Bonus points for attendance!

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BIO2401
Dec 10, 2009

This class is not easy at all! you really have to know your stuff to get a good grade, found myself studying/memorazing for hours. Robinson, is really nice though, speaks clearly, and helps you understand everything! taking him again.

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BIOL2401
May 4, 2010

I love this professor, He is so good at teaching and helping you learn what you need to know about biology. His notes are easy and clear to read and you are tested directly from his notes.He is the Alpha & Omega professor at sac, yes he is loud but he's good at his lectures. I took him for both a&p 1&2 and did great! he's the best..

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BIOL2401
May 5, 2010

His classes fill up FAST (literally within the first hour of registration). He has the notes already typed up- it is your job to print them, and study them. If it is not on the notes, then it is not on the test. No homework. Extra credit for good attendance.This is one of the most challenging classes at SAC, be prepared to work hard to make an A.

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BIOL2401
May 5, 2010

He does get LOUD sometimes its a lil funny!He loves 2 lecture not many people asked questions u didnt really have 2...PRINT ur study guides and take them 2 class w/u!! A little confusing @ times! He gives bonus points for attendence!!!! U dont want 2 miss neway...u will be lost next class!! NO HW dont need 2 bring book 2 class but need it 2 study!

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BIOL2401
May 6, 2010

A&P I. He can be loud during lectures especially when he emphasizes at certain times. He is very clear about what the study material is and does provide study guides to follow during class lecture which prepares you for his exams. I would recommend this professor for A&P.

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BIOL2401
May 10, 2010

GREAT TEACHER! PRINT THE STUDY GUIDES AND GIVE YOURSELF ENOUGH TIME TO STUDY BEFORE THE TEST. HE GIVES EXTRA POINTS TO FINAL AVERAGE FOR ATTENDANCE. HIS CLASSES FILL UP FAST SO GET ON THE BALL!!

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BIOL2401
May 26, 2010

A&P I, Mr. Robinson can be loud to make certain points and its a lil funny. Print Study guides and bring them to class, take notes, and give yourself some time to study, gives bonus points for attendance, and don't miss a class will miss to much info, good overall teach and would HIGHLY recommend.

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BIO2401
May 29, 2010

Mr. Robinson is a great teacher. He's very helpful and obviously knows his stuff. Study all the notes, it won't be easy!

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BIO2401
Jun 14, 2010

Mr. Robinson is a great professor. This class isn't an easy so make time to study the study guide. If u take the time to study the guides and take notes you will pass. He helps whenever you need it.

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BIO2304
Jul 27, 2010

All exams are directly from study guides, if you learn them and it is time consuming you will get a good grade. great teacher easy to learn from his lectures

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BIO2401
Apr 16, 2011

Mr. Robinson is a great teacher. If you don't make an A in his class... :/ it's simply because you didn't put in any effort at all. His tests come straight from his study guides, EASY A and he does know his stuff which makes it easy for you to learn the material.

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BIOL2401
May 8, 2011

I hated this course, but Mr. Robinson was a good professor. Where he lacks in areas, he makes up for in others. If you think you might struggle, then definitely take him, if not, take someone else cause you miss out on lab in his course, he focuses on material. He gives out all material first day, this is a plus for students who will struggle.

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BIOL2401
Jun 23, 2011

Great professor. Easiest of them at SAC, but you will still have to study the study guides given to make good grades. He gives extra points on final grade according to your attendance.

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BIO2401
Jul 6, 2011

HANDS DOWN BEST PROF EVER! 4 tests but don't drop one. Instead he'll had 3 pts to final average based on attendance(87 avg=90).Test come exactly frm reviews. Doesnt like to move on until everyone understands. Provides lec notes online. No bk, just lab bk and you dnt even need those neither, just his notes! Please take him:)

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BIO2401
Aug 22, 2011

Mr. Robinson is an amazing teacher. He makes class interesting, he gives you the notes and what you need to know for the test. Really easy class and you do learn. His tests come straight from the notes so if you study, you'll do fine. Easy A.

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BIOL2401
Jan 7, 2012

it's a lot of info but learn the study guides thoroughly and you will get an A on every test. it won't be on te test if it's not on the study guide. he's funny and a great teacher

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BIO2
May 14, 2012

By far the coolest teacher at SAC! Hands down if you want an easy teacher who grades easy take him. He speaks a lil loud but is very clear and enjoy his job. All of his test comes from his notes that are pre preinted. So if you study those no need to really invest in a book. He is a very cool teacher who loves his job. My whole class passed:)

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BIOL2402
Jun 7, 2012

This guy is awesome!!!! If you want to get "what" an A then take him!!! He is very clear with what is expected of you and is a very good teacher wish more teachers were like him.

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BIOL006
Jul 6, 2012

If you are good at remembering information, take him. I made an A in the class. His study guides are lengthy but if you study it, you will do fine. He added a few points to each test we took (2-3 pts.), he gave us extra credit questions on some exams as well, and added 3 points to final grade (for 2 absences or less), so plenty of ways to get an A

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BIOL2402
Jul 15, 2012

Lectures are kind of a drag, but he gives you study guides for each test so you don't need the textbook, but you do need the lab manual only to memorize pictures that will be on the test. I highly recommend this teacher, makes biology easy to learn. I would definitely take him again.

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2401
May 12, 2013

This class is definitely challenging. He provides a lot of material but he gives you everything you need to know on the study guides. As long as you keep up with using the study guides then you'll be fine. It does require effort in order to get an A.

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BIOL2401
May 22, 2013

The class is easy as long as you study the "study guide" but dont study the day before the test trust me! Please take the time to study weeks in advance. It is possible to get an A but you have to put your time and effort. I would recommend taking him again.

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2402001
Jul 11, 2013

Study Guides, Multiple choice tests, great class

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BIOL2401
Grade: A+
May 19, 2014

He's great! He's a very smart man and knows what he's talking about. His lectures can be boring but really pay attention they help when taking the test. Print out all the study guides and study them hard and you'll pass. You know exactly what to expect on tests. Pay attention, you'll pass.

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BIO2402
Grade: A
Jul 7, 2014

Very boring lectures, goes through the study guide really fast without too much explanation. Little use of visuals and hardly any time spent in lab. Easy enough, I suppose. I don't really understand why he has rave reviews though, I was pretty unimpressed with my summer class experience.

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2402
Apr 23, 2015

Not an easy grade but biology is mostly about memorizing and yes his lectures are boring. No homework or project so just concentrate on the study guides (but they are wordy and super long) for the tests. Gives 3 points added to your average if have good attendance. Great deal

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BIO2402
Jul 10, 2015

I took Mr. Robinson for summer 1 2402 at SAC and i wish i would have taken him for 2401 too. He is pretty clear as far as grades and his lectures are simply reading the study guide he provides online. Just read them an you will pass! Class is always out early and labs are not long. Take Him! He give extra points for attendance!

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BIOL2402
Grade: A
Jul 14, 2015

Took Prof. Robinson for Summer 1. Super fast paced. He is very clear with lectures & grading. Long, detailed study guides, but if you study hard, it is possible to make A's on tests. Tests are mult choice. Lab manual needed for figure & body structure memorization. Lab time usually runs short. 3 pts added to your sem grade for good attendance.

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AP2401
Dec 8, 2017
Would take again

12/07/2017- Rest in Peace Professor Robinson. Know that you taught, mentored, and instructed thousands of individuals and that they will go on to make a difference in this world. You were one of a kind, I'm gonna miss you!

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