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Seems scary and strict at first but loosens up as the class progresses. Difficult subject matter but he organizes and presents the material in a very clear manner.Tests are difficult but not impossible if you pay attention and study. Sometimes funny.
Great teacher! Sometimes it's actually a fun class. Always in a good mood. The lab exams are tough but besides for that-awesome teacher, educational class!!
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Well organized presentation. Friendly. Not always available in lab for help due to socializing with other colleagues. Not always available during office hours due to same. Does not return phone calls, does not return e-mails. Tests mostly from lecture.
The WORST teacher I've had. Plays favorites, hardly in attendance during labs, very hard to contact/locate during his office hours, and never returns messages.
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If you want to find Jeff, Look for Mary.
Really hard not willing to help,test are tough and not on subjects that was covered in class.
Very good and thorough instructor. Always in a good mood and cares about his students success in his class. If you put forth the effort in his class he will notice that and help to the best of his ability. He is an awesome instructor and deserves more c
the students who dont think very highly of this instructor must not have passed his class with a descent grade.
This was a great teacher! It was hard, but if you went to lecture and took notes and studied, you could pass. I loved the class, learned alot and everything is paying off in my higher learning classes this year. Highly recommend!!!
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Excellent in lectures. Tests were much more difficult then anticipated almost tricky. Toward the end of the class it became easier. Overall very good teacher.
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If you can pass his test, you know the stuff.
Tough class. HE trys very hard and the study leader nancy is his best asset. Without her he could not teach the class.
his tests were tricky but you could pass, the quiz's where unanounced and imposible and could bring your grade down a whole grade. If not for the SI no one could pass.
Great class: informative/interesting/fun. Eichold tests directly from his preprinted notes and emphasizes only the impt info from the text. Lab exams were pretty easy. You'll need to study (of course) but with only moderate effort, you should do well in this class.
Mr Eicold is very knowledgeable about what it is that he is teaching. He isgood at what he does. He should have remained director over the science department.
Wonderful prof, even though the material is complicated... he breaks it down and makes it very clear and simple. This class takes alot of studying on your own part b/c the concepts are difficult. He is very down to earth and knows his stuff. I would recommend him.
If you want to have a clue about anatomy and have a good grade, this is the class you want to take.
Very hard class but he will teach you everything you need to know about A&P.
I didn't feel comfortable hearing about his vasectomy or other personal info. During lab he was more interested in socializing with female coworkers than teaching us students. For help during lab you will have to seek an adjuct prof or tutor.
I thought Mr. Eichold was a very good teacher. some of his tests were difficult. He would always give you the format of the test which was very helpful. Altough the class does require you to study a lot if you do that you should get a decent grade.
The class was hard. The lectures were filled with alot of things not related to A&P, he fliped floped back and forward from A&P to his own personal life, which made it more difficult to understand what he was talking about. In Lab you are on your own. Overall as long as you get a study partner or SI to help you, you should be able to pass.
Funny, fair, and very cool! He's always willing to clarify further if needed. You will learn a lot if you take him.
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Tests are hard, especially lab tests. Grade is based on tests only. No extra credit. Attendance does NOT affect your grade at all. Would avoid if not an excellent test taker.
He is very friendly,helpfull. I recomend for all occ student who want to take biology take his class you you learn something and be able to get a good grade.
Very funny,Teaching method is very hapfull.He always tries to help his student.In one sentance he is an execellant type instructor.
Excellent teacher.Teaches in a way so that you know and not just memorize. Very experienced and knows his stuff.He lectures on stuff you will be tested on so there are no surprises. Teaches in a way so you will always remember.
Jeff makes the class very easy. Quizzes are announced and unannounced. Pretty much everything on the tests is in the lecture outlines. There is a lot of terminology to learn though. Only tests/quizzes turned in for grades...no homework. Just study.
hard working he made the lecture very interesting to listen to and fun.
He makes class interesting! Makes difficult concepts easy to understand. 99% of test material comes STRAIGHT from the course packet, if you study you will do great! He's funny too
found him to be engaging, fair, orginized, & knowledgable - really well taught class
Awesome teacher...great
Highly recommend! Even though you are on your own in the labs, he probably compensates that by making the lab tests fairly easy. Has a very good sense of humor.
He was very helpful and very clear in his lectures. Your on your own for labs though. He's one of the few teachers who teaches and tests various ways. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!!!!!!!!
EXCELLENT!!!!!. This teacher is awesome, his class is very interesting, all you have to do is study, study, study, and you will be fine. The class comes with a toutering program, Im not sure if they will keep it in the future. I do RECOMMEND him.
Awsomse Teacher!! Not gonna lie, tough class. But he makes everything so clear and easy to understand. Uses lots of pictures to help visualize. Test are tough but he tells you whats gonna be on it. Only take if gonna put in study time. I highly recommend Jeff over anyone else. I had fun learning in his class.
Awesome teacher!!! Must attend his lecture classes because thats where the test comes from. tough class but you will learn a lot..his very creative, makes the class fun to learn. I definetly recommend him.
Anatomy/Physioloy I. Great Prof. Easy going. Very clear about what is going to be on tests. Test questions come straight from the notes. he is very very very fair and will help all of his students to get good grades. Don't stress out about labs cause he will help you when it comes to test day. you can drop a test. awesome prof.
he is a good teacher
Jeff Is the BEST A&P teacher. I loved this class,A&P 2 is hard (the lectures that is) but the labs are easy. he makes the class so interesting, and makes the day go by fast. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND him. all you have to do is STUDY very HARD and you'll do just fine. He tells you exactly what to study for the tests. just take him and you will see!
He is an extraordinary teacher who explores multiple ways of teaching, which are all helpful to the student. He's very clear and easy to understand. He has a passion for his field, and he loves to teach. Very entertaining too! I would definitely recommend this teacher to everyone. I took A&P 1 & 2 and got an A in both because he taught it very well
jeff is one of the fairest instructors i have had in a long time, especially at o.c.c. the material is not easy, you do have to study but it is doable. it is important to attend class lecture and lab, i would reccomend him to anyone who needs to take a&p one or two.
I was scared as hell to take this class. This man made his subject matter interresting and fun. I really enjoyed his class and all of the stories. He is a fantastic and unbelievable educator. If you are a visual learner, take his class. Thanks Jeff!
Excellent Professor always know where you stand with Jeff. If you don't get the grade you want, its all on you. Jeff gives you every option to succeed in his class. Gives you the test format so you know exactly what he's asking from you. Great stories too, Leroy and the Bat were standouts. Wish he could be my professor for every subject!
Excellent teacher! Class is work, but interesting. Gives quizes on lecture notes almost every week, so studying and staying up on material is important. Lectures very well and gives different styles of tests for every learner. He likes his job and cares about his students progress.
Jeff Eichold is fair to his students. He lets you drop one lowest grade. He likes to tell stories and jokes. If you want to get an A, study his notes and lectures hard.
Uncle Jeff was a great prof. Be in class on time, he locks the door. Storytime. VERY fair. Tends to disapear during lab. Check his office first, then the library. If not in these places he has left the floor and you have to wait. Exam 1 easy, 2,3 HARD, study notes and BOOK!! 4,5 are easier. Lab exams, no torso models are brought in for the 1 on 1
Jeff was an awesome teacher. I ended up getting a B+, Which is pretty good for me. He gives you notes on all sections, doesn't read out of the book much. And is very helpful. Take him for Anatomy, you'll do good.
His lecture tests all come from notes in the lecture objectives, which he reviews in class. He doesnt review any lab material. He takes you in the lab & expects u to know what to do & then u leave whenever u want. He isnt very interactive with students. You're just an attendance number to him. Be prepared for some hardcore studying. a&p isn't easy!
The entire class requires tons of studying and attention. Lectures come from packets; LOTS of info. Labs are done orally... face to face. Either in a group or by yourself. He never goes over lab material. Lets you drop lowest grade. I'm not a fan of his teaching style. I don't plan on taking a&p 2 with him.
What a great professor. Mr. Eichold's class is difficult, but he is very fair. This is a topic you have to keep on top of and he gives plenty of opportunity for success through test, quizzes, attendance. Don't take him if you do not take the subject seriously.
Jeff is a great teacher! I loved story time! The lecture notes are given to you. You have to be in class & listen to the lectures. Test are a lil tricky but, with different test styles. SI mtgs are great! Lab quizzes are taken verbally by yourself or with a partner. Don't sleep on this class b/c its far from easy but, u will learn a lot!
Honestly, I did not like him at first. He seemed very distant and unconnected with his students, but he explained to us why we're just an attendance # to him. He grows on you; very easygoing, and funny. He's very good in lectures but you have to do your part by studying a lot. I wish I had him for every class!
Fantastic prof! Very demanding, but has put a ton of thought into his course, explains everything, lets you know what he will ask of you on tests. Really preps you well for future courses. Very helpful, has fun with the class, and wants you to do well AND know your stuff. Has an excellent SI that you should attend. Wish I had him for every class.
Can't wait to take him for 2640. Excellent teacher. He will make you learn the material not just by rote memorization. Very hard working teacher. If you need this is an easy class and you can just get by, be forewarned that this will not be the class for you. Just wish more teachers were like him.
An absolutely great teacher. No other like him. Loves teaching this course. You will definetely learn from him. Don't take this class if you are a slacker or if you are always on your phone. Your attention is needed at all times to pass this class. A lot of work on your part is required. Just think of it as learning about your own body!
Jeff is such a wondeful teacher! It is going to take some studying and work, but your hard work will pay off!!! Lab test are taken in a group which is extreamly helpful, and the SI leader, Nancy is great too! I have learned so much in this class & i know it will help me in the long run!
Great teacher. Explains things very well. Will not move on until he is absolutly sure that you get it. Lays out the format for the tests in detail before hand, so you know exactly what will be on the test. i enjoyed every lecture and never fell asleep once.
O.C.C. needs more like him! Knowledgeable educator that does a wonderful job helping students with all types of learning styles! You will work hard in his class, however, you will leave his class feeling fully prepared for the next step in your journey. Do attend S.I., Nancy does a wonderful job helping students.
I really like Jeff's teaching style. Excellent instructor! A & P is a very visual class, however there is reading involved. I understand what people say about him in lab, but in all fairness to Jeff... He can't put the info into your head. It is up to you to stay in lab & learn to recognize & name slides, bones, muscles & their markings... While he
Cont..He does walkout of lab, he is never far away when questions arise. He enjoys what he teaches and it shows. You get out of it what you put into it. Tests are not hard if you study. He wants his students to succeed & learn. I will be taking him for A & P II. There are no surprises on his exams.
He is never far away when questions arise.He enjoys what he teaches and it shows. You get out of it what you put into it. Tests are not difficult if you study. For those of you who want a blow off class, take a different instructor. He wants his students to succeed & learn. I will be taking him for A & P II. There are no surprises on his exams.
From April Swint. The best teacher ever! Do not take him if you plan to slack or sleep. It's not that kind of party people. Very helpful and extremely fair. If all teachers at OCC took such an interest in students and teaching like Mr. Eichold, it would be the best Community College around. S.I. instructor Nancy is very dedicated and very helpful.
Jeff is such an amazing teacher! He is very organized. Jeff is alway on top of things and is very educated about A&P. He makes the class so much better with story time. I have learned so much and so thankful that i had him as my teacher! TAKE HIM if you want to learn!
Study and attend SI sessions. Tests can be difficult, but if you study, attend every class and SI session before and after class you will do well.
great professor!!!
very good professor, very clear with his lectures. lab is very fun his lab tests are grouped you can not fail those tests. si sessions are fun. you just need to study a little but great class. you will get so much information before your done. just be careful from the pop quizzes
he is the best of the best,Jeff is amazing teacher. i loved his class, i was intreasted every class i attended.dont miss any class, you will learn alot from his class. he is funny and very nice and healpfull. I had him for A and P 1 and 2 and i got an A study hard and you can make it.
he is the best of the best, his class fills very fast. dont miss his class
Jeff is the best of the best.
great teacher. wish he taught all my biology classes. we need more like him.
Jeff is the best teacher ever!! He actually knows how to teach and approaches it very different ways. He loves your feedback and input. He is very fair and knows his stuff and will make you want to learn. He explains everything so well! If i could have him for every course i would in heartbeat. You don't want to miss out! Jeff is AMAZING!!!
great teacher. explains all the information very well. He enjoys what he teaches.
Jeff was a Fantastic Teacher! He really loves and knows what he teaches! If you want a Teacher who actually wants you to do good, take him!! His tests are exactly from the handouts hes awesome!! Wish he really did teach more science class's there are far a few between teachers that are like Jeff!!
He is very smart teacher with a sence of humor. I really enjoyed his class and would highly recommend it! Thank you so much Jeff for your help in my BIO!
Jeff is one of the most bright, passionate professors I know. His lectures are structured and his tests are very straightforward. If you take his class, you will definitely be prepared for your chosen program of study. Faithful studying can easily get you an A. I enjoyed his humor and appreciated his fairness. Jeff rocks!!!
He is awesome! It's anatomy so no matter what teacher you have you're gonna have to study. He tells stories, tests are hard, but this is college. you can have a partner for the oral lab exams.
He is a good teacher who is very excited about the human body. He is hard to understand at first but he's fair and loves to show pictures. If you're a visual learner you will do good. If you put time n effort you can get an A
If you want the proper preparation for you chosen program of study,
If you want proper preparation for your chosen program of study, this class is for you. Jeff teaches with passion, has mastered, and has an obvious love of the human body. He's more than fair and if you put forth effort, you can definitely earn an A. Jeff Rocks!!!
Has very organized lecture notes and uses many good examples and hand outs that help to understand,works hard to make people understand.He says what to expect on the exam,lab tests are easy.If you study his notes, you will succeed.An easy teacher and very knowledgeable.
great teacher
Love Eichold!! He is easy to follow and very descriptive. He always gives you a heads up on what's on the exams. Makes sure everyone understands before moving on. Great personality and good guy in general.
Took BIO 2630 & 2640 with him last fall & winter this year. The subject is not that easy but he's such a great, smart, humorous, & versatile instructor. He's very helpful that he bombards you with lots of pictures & materials in D2L just so you'll learn. Study hard, ask questions - I reaped my harvest, I learned a lot from him.
Jeff is amazing. He is so dedicated to making sure his student learn the material. He will go out of his way for a student why truly wants to learn. With that being said he is not necessarily an easy A but an A is absolutely possible.
Jeff is an AWESOME teacher. I understand anatomy so much better now because of him. He is not only passionate about his subject, but he is excellent at breaking down very difficult topics to something much simpler. I wish he could teach all my science classes. He also relates what you're learning to nursing which is helpful for the future.
He is a wonderful teacher who cares about his student. If you attend his class and pay attention, you will learn a great deal because he has passion for what he does and that is to teach. I wish I had him for BIO 2630. Take this teacher. You will be happy.
Amazing Teacher!! His exams are not easy but before each exams he gives you heads up on what's on it, if you attend all his lectures and follow his exam guideline than it's an easy A!! He is very helpful, He makes A&P II fun and easy to learn. All his lab exams are verbal. I wish he would teach all my science classes.
He is by far the BEST teacher I've ever had. His lectures/handouts are clear & he takes time to make sure everyone understands concepts. A&P is a difficult subject, but he makes it fun/interesting. Heloves teaching about the human body which made me love learning about it.Great teacher if youre going into the medical field bc you'll genuinely LEARN
Eichold is a great professor if you are wanting to learn for health science but dont take him if you are wanting an A. His lecture exams are EXTREMLY hard with mostly short answer questions, also if you don't finish when he says times up you get a 0. His labs are verbal but super easy.
He is an awsome proffessor, who came to class ready to teach to those are willing to learn. Studying is the key that will earn you an A. I am enjoying this class.
dont take if you want an A
"Uncle Jeff" as you'll grow to call him, is outstanding! he's an awesome teacher, make A&P II fun and interesting and informative and YES! you'll remember what you've learned to help you later. He's like a breath of fresh air to science.
AWESOME, I WOULD TAKE HIM FOR EVERY SCIENCE CLASS IF I COULD. EASY A.
AWESOME PROF!!! Mr. Eichold's passion for his A&P is felt by the class. You come out of his class with an excellent education and a love for science. He clearly explains everything! He even tells the class exactly what to expect on his exams-no surprises! I took Mr. Eichold for BIO 2630 and plan on taking him for BIO 2640 because he is AMAZING!
I had high hopes for this prof and class. I really enjoyed A&P 1 but can't say the same this one.The whole class overall was miserable. Tests are difficult. What he doesn't tell you is that you can go after class and check over your exam to check for mistakes.TAKE WEDNESDAY LAB. I had Monday and lecture and lab exams were on the same day!!!
I wish I would've took this class with a much better professor!!!!!!!
I left his class very well prepared for my program. He has a great sense of humor, is FAIR and funny, you will work to get the grade you deserve but He will help you if you are struggling, he loves effort, you will be WELL prepared after this class. FYI- I am black and can confirm that he DOES NOT have a discriminating bone in his body.
If you want to learn and be ready for your medical field program then you should take Jeff! He challenges you and i love that about him! I totally love his class! He explains everything in detail. If you're lazy and dont have to study then dont even take him (what's the point of learning then) Anyways i highly recommend everyone to take him
Jeff is great. I learned so much in both his A&P 1 and 2. He is tough if you aren't willing to put in the work, your grade reflects how much effort you out in to his class. In order to pass you need to come to lectures, he explains everything really well and adds to the notepack. Fantastic professor!!
Definitely glad I checked on this site before picking Jeff's class. He makes the subject interesting & easy to remember (due to repetition in labeling anatomy) and he's funny. Jeff is just a real professor he hides nothing, grading is clear and you are always aware of what will be tested, extra point opportunities, SI review sessions are good.-0-
Mr. Eichold is the most helpful instructor I've had thus far in college. He is helpful, clear, kind, and truly cares about his students. He is ready to answer questions and is on time each day. The material can be difficult but he explains it well. He is very personable and easy to talk to.
"Story time with Uncle Jeff" He was a great teacher, bu FAR my favorite teacher! He was so helpful and you can tell he was very passionate about what he was teaching. text book not really necessary...i never used it, got A As far as tests go, he always gave a handout on what's going to be on the test. Idk how people struggled with this class..
Jeff's lectures are long but interesting. He really takes the time to explain the abbreviated notes packet he provides and you need to attend class in order to get a good grade. When he says memorize, memorize. The problem I had is if you miss class the day of an exam, you cannot make it up, you have to take that as your one dropped exam grade.
Mr. Eichold was one of the best teachers I've ever had. He is clear, always willing to answer questions, and is always on time. He cares about the success of his students and makes class interesting. The work is hard, but Mr. Eichold makes it as enjoyable and as interesting as possible.
Mr. Eichold is by far the best teacher I have had in college and is a contender for the best teacher I have ever had. He cares about the success of his students and understands the different ways that students learn. He presents difficult topics in a way that is easy to understand. I highly recommend taking A&P with him.
I loved Jeff! I took him for both I and II A&P. He is very helpful, very fair, and outlines very clearly what he expects from you in class and on the exams. The class material in general is somewhat difficult but he does a good job thoroughly explaining it. If you put in the effort, you will get an A and actually learn some information.
I took A&P I and II with Eichold and I loved him. He's highly intelligent and honest. He's taught for a long time and doesn't take any crap from students. You'll have to work hard but you'll learn. He puts SO much work into the class, he truly cares. I'm sure you're reading this Eichold: "A monocyte is a macrophage outside of circulation!"
His class is a bit overwhelming as I think all A&P classes are likely to be. Best part he tells you almost exactly what to expect on his exams. If he didn't have his SI Eric before and after every lecture it would be so much more challenging. He gives hand outs that some up most of the challening info and even makes it kind of fun!
Jeff really knows how to teach effectively. Great professor. If he has his SI instructor Eric, take advantage of it! He seriously rocks!! He will pull out the important information from the lectures and break it down so that it is simplified and much easier to understand. Just go to SI once and you will be back for more. Good class. Expect to work
Anatomy can be difficult but his lectures are very enjoyable, "feeling" how hard he should press a particular subject. Very knowlageable, respecting students' questions. I took him only for II and had an A in class, most of it bc of his style of teaching. Huge difference between him and other instructors that I had in the past.
He's a nice guy, but what does that matter when the class is extremely difficult? He is not clear with what is on the exam, however, he will claim that he is. HE ISN'T. The lab exams are ORAL. So be prepared to fail that. Take another teacher if you want to pass this class.
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He is VERY strict about his rules (the syllabus), especially attendance; however, he knows his stuff and is ready to answer any questions. His SI, Eric, is AMAZING. Jeff is clear on what's going to be on the exam so his lecture exams are fairly easy (if you study). His lab exams are verbal and that may be the only downside to his class.
Great teacher. Need to work hard to get an A in his class. His classes will help you in the long run. You really learn something from him. Lab exams are oral, but you will be fine.
He is honestly the best professor I ever had. If you apply yourself, you will do very well. I definitely recommend him!
Eichold is an amazing teacher. Everyone says hes tough and to take an easier teacher so you can get an easy A. but with him, you actually learn the material and remember it. He helps you out alot if you go to his office ours, hes very understanding. One thing i loved, is he gives you outlines for every exam and is clear for what to expect on them.
The class is not easy by far! Erichold is fairly nice and willing to help you. Study his notes (know then inside and out); ask for clarification during offices hours; and attend SI and you'll be fine. The labs are long, but the exams are fairly easy.
Awesome professor show up to class & the SI tutoring & you should be okay. Lecture tests weren't that bad, but the lab tests are pretty easy if you study hard anyone can get a 100% on all lab tests.
Its a tough class, but if you stick it out until the end... he really hooks you up. Most people don't take the class' last test. Its a hard class though, time consuming, but he really cares about the students. He's harder than his colleagues, but his education is far superior.
I took this class knowing that I was not the best with Biology in general. However, after a few months I began loving this subject. This is mostly in part to the professor. he did an awesome job explaining the material and a very good job explain what needs to be done to pass with flying colors! Good job and see you in the winter!
dont take him. He is so confusing with is lectures and tests are super hard
He is the BEST professor I've ever had. I took A&P 1 and 2 with him and I learned more than I have ever learned with any other professor. He definitely makes you work for it, but he makes you WANT to work for it.
Prof Eichold is a solid choice for HAP if you are moving on in the middle field. You will learn a lot. His lecture exams are straightforward. Warning, his lab exams are oral exams. You will need to study extra because of that. But, they weren't bad. 4 lecture exams, 4 lab, and several quizzes with one test grade dropped. Be prepared to work.
I have never felt so sad that a class ended until today. A great professor makes all the difference. The class won't be easy, nothing in life is, especially if you're going into the nursing program you shouldn't want easy things otherwise you're in the wrong field. He genuinely cares that you actually learn something. I Loved his stories.
Professor Eichold was by far the best Prof. I've ever had. You have to work for your grade but it is rewarding. Lab exams are oral but NOT bad at all. If you want something easy, YOU are in the wrong field sister(or brother) To the people saying he is confusing, you must be dumb as hell, I don't think he could make things easier for u to grasp.
Awesome professor. His lectures are straight forward and they will not be boring at all. You will learn the material and it will actually stick and you'll be able to recall it later. Very respectful and respected professor. Work hard and you'll get an A. Do You want things easy? Then you are in the wrong field (nursing) to begin with.
He explains thins well during lecture. There is a lot of information to remember and lecture tests can be difficult at times. If you struggle with lab I definitely recommend him, he makes passing lab tests so easy because of the way he uses the manual. He's a very nice person I really enjoyed his class.
The best professor ever. One of the most engaging, caring, and dedicated professors I have encountered. He is very knowledgeable in his field. I took both A&P 1 and A&P 2 with him. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND taking him.
Mr. Eichold is a great professor! I took him for both AP I and AP II and passed both classes with an A. He's very clear with his exams and tells you exactly what to know. Lab exams are verbal but SUPER easy!
Mr. EIchold was one of the best teachers I have had. He taught in several ways to make the information stick. A&P requires a lot of memorization but he makes it easier to learn. He even used hand-drawings that he made to learn the circulatory system.... VERY helpful :) GREAT TEACHER!
He makes it to difficult and it does not have to be I understand that he wants students to learn,but you don't overwhelm them
He is a fair professor and wants you to succeed. He gives out chapter objectives, which is your study guide for the tests. The tests are mostly off of the note outline that you must purchase at the beginning of the semester. He references the book, but you never really need to use it. The lab tests are extremely easy if you know the material.
The BEST professor ever! A&P is an amazing class with Professor Eichold. He is tremendously knowledgeable in his field!!!
it is coming towards then end of the fall semester of 2017, and overall I am completely displeased with not only his teachings but also his behavior. During the course he has swore (dropped the f bomb), threatened to walk out of class, and has talked rudely to students w/ the intent to embarrass them. Take at your own risk!
Eichold is a teacher by training. He knows how to get complicated information to become digestible and memorable. His lectures fly by- just be sure to engage and pay attention and you will learn all that you need to pass his lecture exams. This course gave me the confidence I needed to move forward with a career in nursing.
Jeff is one of the best Professors I've ever had. Super informative, very helpful and a lot of his tedious work is really worth it in the end. If you want to learn very in depth with a complete understanding, Jeff's your guy. He really cares about what his students take from his class.
Jeff is the best Professor I have ever had. No powerpoints, no shenanigans, just flat out amazing teaching with extremely understandable explanations. He's a very conceptual teacher, making sure you understand the idea itself but also WHY things are happening. I can't say enough good things about Jeff. Take him.
THE BEST professor I've taken at OCC. This is not an easy class and he is not an easy teacher so you have to really work for your grade. I've learned so much in this class and it was actually enjoyable and Jeff makes you really love what your studying. Highly recommend him. 3 oral lab exams(easy) and 6 lecture tests and can drop 1.
His by far the BEST teacher i have ever had!! He tries to be fair for all types of learners. He has gone out of his way to help you as best as he can in helping you learn the material. His tests are only hard if you don't study at all. As long as you attend his class and record the lectures, it's fair to say you will have a passing grade.
He's an awesome teacher and cares about his students. He tries to deliver his lectures that would suit all learning styles. It's never the teacher in my opinion, its the students. Some students are all talk but never put in the work. They're lazy. Teachers should be respected and admired everyday. I couldn't do their job lol.
He is the BEST biology teacher I have ever had. I took A&P 2 with him and was thankful I chose him for this class. As a nursing major, this class is really important. He knew exactly how to teach this class with informative and helpful lectures that helps you succeed both in class and out in the field. I would 100% recommend him.
A&P is known to be very difficult, but Jeff made lectures understandable, interesting& helped us to retain the information presented w/ photos and diagrams. He makes it very clear what to expect on tests which I really appreciated. He also handcrafted many of the models in lab which shows his passion for teaching this subject. Very respected!
Currently in the class. Overall, hes a good teacher (uses lots drawings) but the amount he requires you to learn is unreal. On top of mult. choice lecture exams, theres a written part. Then lab exams, image checks and image quizzes. Halfway through and Im already burned out. Look for another professor
Im a very average student and I truly put in the bare minimum of effort and got a high B. he doesnt let you get off too easy and you do have to do the work but anyone who has complaints is probably not a good student. His grading scale is percentage based which is SO EASY compared to point based. Take him!! also, labs are barely any work
His class is all lecture and your grade is averaged based on tests only no homework the book is $228 and he does not use the connect in A&P 1 and the book changed for A&P 2 and he uses connect.. He gives the lecture outline but it is rarely used on tests I would not recommend this instructor and he does not use a SI for tutoring
Best class of my life. Uncle Jeff is an amazing teacher. He teaches you so many ways to understand a single concept over and over until you have it ingrained in your mind. AP 1 starts off intimidating, he's just trying to wake you up. Hang in there, and you will find a passing grade. An A is super manageable, but you'll need to dig for it.
-recommended -if you take good notes during his lectures and review all the notes and photos he posts on D2L, you will do well on the exams -was given clear format of each exam and what to expect -made biology fun with his humor -organized -straightforward/ not confusing -this class is with a laboratory portion -I took his course in Winter 2018
-recommended -if you take good notes during his lectures and review all the notes and photos he posts on D2L, you will do well on the exams -was given clear format of each exam and what to expect -made biology fun with his humor -organized -straightforward/ not confusing -this class is with a laboratory portion -I took his course in Summer 2018
He wants you to learn anatomy and he hopes he can actually teach you rather than just hand you a good grade although he doesnt want you to get that too. Has clear grading criteria and tells you exactly whats going to be on the exams. Caters to every type of learner. Lab exams are verbal and only about 15 questions but can still be tricky
First, this is not an easy class. However, Jeff is so intelligent that he makes everything so clear to understand IF YOU PAY ATTENTION. He makes it very clear what you have to know for the test, even gives answers during his lectures so TAKE NOTES. He was wonderful and this class was wonderful, YOU WILL NOT REGRET TAKING HIS CLASS!!!
Do yourself a favor and take "Uncle Jeff". He'll start off tough to get you on the right track, but he's a very caring person. He is the best teacher I've encountered at OCC. I truly learned during my time with him and I know that it will help me in my program. I did much better on his lab tests vs written. Extra credit is offered a few times.
Hes terrible!! I took him For AP1 and passed with an A but its a lot of work. His lecture tests are really difficult, he does multiple choice, definitions, short answer, true/false, and fill in the blanks. Hes an EXTREMELY difficult grader. He expects definitions to be verbatim but doesnt tell you what definitions you need to learn. Avoid!!!
Prepare everyday have the material from D2L. Cites book pages. Try 2b attentively listen lecture if not just audio record him. lab test print out ppts of models & quiz urself. His writing portion of exams suck. use quizlet Writing 2prepare 4 definition, questions, pathways. Quiz dates r not properly announced. Difficult but able to pass w hard work
When I say this man is hands down one of the best and most fun teachers I have ever had the pleasure of taking. Its college, so you have to try, but he does everything in his power to provide you with a good shot at passing with a good grade. He cares that you understand what he teaches and go on to be successful in your practice. Highly recommend
If you record his lectures and study the note pack you should do well. Reading the book will put you over the top. Must study diligently for labs, if you do, those are easy A's. I would highly recommend taking this professor based of my experience with him in A&P I & II
Professor Eichold is the best professor I ever had. He is passionate about what he teaches and clearly wants his students to succeed. He offers a TON of information for you so it's almost impossible not to leave his class without a good grade. You have to put in the work. If you have the chance, take Professor Eichold.
His remote lectures are awesome! They're split into smaller videos so you can watch them at your own pace. He explains things in various ways to help you understand. The whole remote class was very clear and organized.
Re-took this class to change major& he is amazing!! Makes things VERY easy to understand. No textbook needed. Listen to lectures& take notes, you will get the 4.0 you need for this class. 5 exams, 3 practicals, lowest dropped. No hmwk/XC. Keeps material straightfwd, no tricks. Wish I could've had him in person! He is passionate about what he does!
This is the worse class I've taken here at OCC! This class is test heavy. Professor does not give out any assignments that can potentially help your grade. Lectures are fairly short and uninteresting. This class is strictly lecture videos every week and exams every other week. I would not recommend. This class is not my learning style.
This professor is amazing!! His lectures are very interesting to watch. He posts outlines for lectures and labs that help tremendously. Have never been an A student in BIO's until I took him. Definitely knows his stuff and how to teach. He has 8 tests, 4 lab, 4 lectures. If you watch his videos and study this should NOT be a problem.
Took his class online. No assignments, only tests and labs. Mainly labs tests and lecture tests. Not flexible during pandemic like other professors. Difficult for no clear reason. Saw the other ratings and thought he was a good guy. NOPE.
Take him as a last resort. If this class was in person I definitely would have dropped it solely because I cannot stand to hear him talk, I felt that his lectures were very long and drawn out. He makes A&P harder by only having exams, there is no wiggle room to boost your grade and theres really no other way to learn the material aside from lecture
Great professor! Dont skip, you wont pass. Honestly his teaching style isn't for everyone, but if you like "colorful" examples and a teaching style that requires practical application, this is your guy. Loved the class. Taking A&P 2 with him as well.
Mr. Eichold, in my opinion is an amazing instructor. He knows his stuff and willing to help those who help themselves. I believe he prepares you for a program beyond his class. There are no shortcuts, you have to study. There is no excuse he gives lots of visual aids. If your serious about your future medical career take Jeff Eichold.
the class is hard so keep that in mind. Make sure you read the syllabus before asking him questions! He challenges you to learn in different ways, he has standard scantron tests, written and verbal. He is also fair, if he sees you're really trying and improving he'll work with you to get the best grade you can
Uncle Jeff is the best AP professor to me. I learned so much from him. He made hard things easier to understand. I love his lectures. He provides good and helpful lecture outlines. If you memorize them all, you should get A. I definitely recommend him~
Professor Eichold is my favorite proffesor I've had at OCC. I am NOT a science person, but I got an A in A&P 1 and 2 with him. His lectures are clear and he tells you EXACTLY what to study to do well on his exams. If you truly study what he tells you to, you will do well. He is very caring and he genuinely wants his students to succeed!
Uncle Jeff is a professor that knows his material! He puts everything in relatable terms and teaches for all learners. He does not give out busy work. Course is strictly based on exams and quizzes; he drops 1 of the lowest scores. He gives very detailed lecture outlines. Study/memorize and you will pass. Do NOT miss class
I took him for A&P 1 and took him again for 2. He is my favorite. He cares a lot about his students, very personable. Has clear grading criteria, he may seem tough but it's cause he wants all his students to succeed. If he sees you care and are putting in effort he will go the extra mile to help you. Would definitely recommend him!
Professor Eichold wants all of his students to succeed and he sets them up for success. Not only does he provide multiple resources online such as previous lab/ lecture videos and images, but he teaches for all different learning styles. He is extremely professional and deeply cares about his students. He is an amazing professor.
This class is only tests, it's helpful for people that don't have homework time, but you need to have study time. The class can be hard, Mr. Eichold makes it as easy to succeed as possible. I would recommend anyone serious about their program taking his class. His sense of humor can be off key, but if you lean into it the stories help you learn.
Mr. Eichold is an amazing teacher! He wants all of his students to pass & understand what he is teaching. I took him for A&P I and got an A after taking it 2 times previously with a different teacher. He explains things very thoroughly and connects stories from his life to what we are learning. I highly recommend taking Uncle Jeff for A&P I and II!
Take this professor with caution. He has not assigned or graded a single assignment all semester, only tests. The tests are extremely difficult and he is very picky when it comes to the written definitions. Lab portion is required, but never taught in lab, only gave us models to look at with the online materials. I would not recommend, personally.
He talks so much about useless stuff and the exams are very long. Only grades u get is from exams. The lab exams are pretty easy but the lecture exams are awful.
I enjoyed his lectures and labs. He will tell you the style and coverage of the exam but its on you if you want to pass. All his lecture exams are all in his lecture outlines if you listen and study there shouldn't be a problem passing this class. Overall he is by far the best teacher I've ever had. Highly Recommended.
the best professor, explains very well and prepares you for the test and for your future career.
The professor is knowledgeable but very picky about the written portion of exams. He requires your name, attendance number, and class section on each page of a five-page exam, and deducts points if not done exactly. Very excessive. He's also quite temperamental, which sometimes can feel personal. The good news, he is retiring this year.
Professor Eichold is challenging but fair - stay engaged, use the free textbook, and try Unstuck ai for study prep. He cares about student success.
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