4.5

Joel Brame

Biology - Chandler-Gilbert Community College

4.5
Quality
3.8
Difficulty
89%
Would Retake
117
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4.5
Quality
3.8
Difficulty
4.5
Helpful
4.5
Clarity

89%

Would Retake

117

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What Students Say

Brame is my favorite professor

26682 - 5.0 rating

He is hilarious and such a great teacher

BIO201 - 4.0 rating
Class Info

Attendance Mandatory

95%

Textbook Required

60%

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B+: 5
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Amazing lectures (17)
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Skip class? You won't pass. (9)
Hilarious (8)
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Caring (7)
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BIO182

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BIO205

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Reviews (117)
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BIO201
Mar 9, 2009

great teacher!!! you will be forced to learn! not a slacker class!

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BIO201
Mar 9, 2009

great teacher!!! you will be forced to learn! not a slacker class! gggrrrreat!

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BIO201
Mar 11, 2009

Dr. Brame is and excellent teacher. his test can be hard but as long as you study the material it is fine. i recommend him for anyone!

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BIO201
Apr 2, 2009

By far the best professor I've ever had! He makes the material easy to understand. You can tell he is passionate about the material and about teaching. Very helpful. Very easy on the eyes!

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BIO201
Apr 18, 2009

Dr. Brame is very fair and wants his students to do well. He gives us every opportunity to get a good grade: quizzes (which end up helping us on exams because we had to study), two-part questions (lots of opportunity for partial credit), bonus questions, extra credit work, and he does not try to trick you! Classes are interesting. Great Professor!

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BIO201
May 9, 2009

He's an amazing instructor. I recommend him to anyone that has had a difficult time in Anatomy. He provides excellent information and details on what you need to know. And he's got such nice eyes :)

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BIO201
May 14, 2009

Overall hard teacher, but in a good and challenging kind of way. He cares about his students.

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BIO202
Sep 27, 2009

Awesome instructor. He has a great way of explaining things to people that will really help you understand the concept, not just regurgitate the information. His material is in-depth but if you have some initiative, you'll do fine. Definitely a fine addition to the CGCC staff.

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BIO202
Oct 7, 2009

amazing teacher!! makes bio 1 & 2 interesting/ understandable. tough but u learn sooo much. just wish he taught more than A&P!!

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BIO202
Nov 5, 2009

Dr. Brame is a great professor, he makes learning fun and exciting and easy to comprehend tough concepts in a way you can understand. Highly reccomend him, Not to mention he isnt bad looking either!

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BIO201
Nov 15, 2009

Very disappointed in this professor. I came into the class ready to learn NOT study every night for hours! He is not clear on what will be on quizzes or tests, so you have to know EVERYTHING. BE CAREFUL WITH THIS TEACHER IF YOU ARE DARING ENOUGH TO TAKE HIM!! I do NOT recommend him to anyone!!

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BIO182
Nov 17, 2009

Dr. Brame is a wonderful teacher. He provides more than enough material for studying, there are no lame powerpoints, extra credit opportunities are given, hes full of interesting facts, and he will keep you interested and smiling throughout lecture. I highly recommend him as a teacher.

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BIO201
Nov 18, 2009

i love this class! dr. brame starts every class with a video that he thinks is related to the class or just for fun! he goes into detail very well and makes sure the hole class understands the lecture and the lab! he hardly ever gives out homework, but you do have to study quite a bit for this class! i found this class very fun and exciting!

5.0
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BIO202
Dec 11, 2009

Outstanding professor. Crystal clear, simplifies difficult concepts, and provides exceptional study guides.He makes the class fun. Interesting lectures! We learned so much that applied to real life. NOT an easy A!!You'll spend a lot of time studying (the material isn't easy), but you will ACTUALLY learn in this class!!

3.0
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BIO201
Jan 14, 2010

DO NOT TAKE THIS TEACHER! He was beyond hard, Students: HE DOES NOT GRADE ON A CURVE! So if you are a point away from a grade you want, forget it! His tests are super hard and he is very unclear. The people saying he is good, are those who had no other life but this class. Pick a different professor, I got a B in this class but it was awful!!!!

3.0
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AP202
Mar 30, 2010

Nice teacher, but he is NOT clear on what will be on tests. Told us to study sheets online, maybe 3 questions were on the test. I never know what to study, neither do my classmates. When a test avg is almost a D for the class, something is wrong. I hope he does offer extra credit otherwise at least half the class will fail!

5.0
2.0
BIO202
May 5, 2010

Awesome instructor! Everything you need to learn is laid out for you. I am not sure why some comments on here say otherwise. I have never had a teacher be so clear as to what you have to know for an exam. The material is tough, but he simplifies and explains things as they pertain to health and life.Very funny and entertaining.

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BIO205
May 16, 2010

i already have my bachelors degree, but i am going back to school for nursing, and out of EVERY professor i have ever had, he is probably the best one. One day he will be working at a prestigious univ. He makes the most hardest concepts so EASY!

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BIO202
Jun 22, 2010

what an awesome teacher! :) he hands out study guides and explains the concepts very clearly. BIO202 is a hard class and it takes a lot of work no matter what teacher you have. brame is very excited about what he is teaching and very good at it as well!

5.0
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BIO202
Jul 1, 2010

Dr. Brame is an actual teacher not just a lecturer. He breaks down very difficult information into real world application. It is a time intensive class. It is very possible to do well and have other commitments. Not an easy A but you will learn so much. He is very approachable and supportive. Could not have hoped for a better teacher!

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BIO202
Jul 6, 2010

He is a really great teacher. Explains everything in Layman's terms and connects it with technical terms so its a lot easier to understand.

4.0
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BIO202
Jul 22, 2010

Hard class- but great teacher! Gives good study notes/outlines subjects clearly. Lectures are interesting, as Dr. B. has a good sense of humor. Highly recommend this class (but be prepared to work.)

5.0
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BIO201
Nov 3, 2010

Dr. Brame is one of the most interesting professors I have ever had. He gives real world examples making concepts easier to remember, goes through the chapters and outlines what you will need to study. It is obvious that Dr. Brame devotes a lot of time preparing for his classes. Definatley not an easy A but you will learn a lot from Dr. Brame.

5.0
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BIO201
Nov 21, 2010

This guy is a phenomenal teacher. The class, like anything else, is a sinch if you study and put forth the right amount of effort in order to fully understand what he's trying to convey.

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BIO201
Dec 14, 2010

He was an absolutly AMAZING teacher, he doesn't go by the book. He teaches his own material, so you end up learning alot more. He is tough, but way worth it because he is such a good teacher. As long as you pay attention in class and his hand outs you will not have a problem with the class!

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BIO201
Dec 18, 2010

You definitely cannot expect to just breeze through this class but I cannot imagine a better teacher than Dr. Brame. He makes the material attainable and gives you study notes for the exams before he teaches the section. You have all the information you need to ensure an A as long as you put in the time!

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BIO201
Mar 18, 2011

He makes each class interesting and has amazing real life examples, but his quizzes are tricky and his tests are hard. You have to study. He is not one of those teachers who seem like they are trying to trick you. He hands out helpful study guides and does not test on anything not on them.

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BIO201
Mar 25, 2011

Dr Brame teaching style is amazing! i have never learned so much in my life and really enjoyed going to class! it is a hard class but you get a lot out of it. I am in nursing school now and I still use his method of thinking and techniques for memorization in my school now! I wish he is a teacher for nursing students as well!

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BIO201
Mar 26, 2011

I had Dr. Brame for 201 and am lucky to have him for 202 as well. He's THE best professor I've ever had and I'm going for degree #2 if that tells you anything! You have to put in the work to get that A, but all the tools are there. His teaching style makes it easy to grasp the concepts, and he's always there to help if you need it. Love him!

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BIO202
Apr 26, 2011

Dr. Brame has been one of my all-time favorite teachers. I think some people don't understand what a difficult class BIO 202 is. He makes it fun, interesting, and easier to understand. He is very organized with his notes and basically gives you all the tools you need to study for the exams. Looked forward to going to class!

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AP202
May 28, 2011

Very good instructor, wants the students to succeed.There is a lot of information but you can learn a lot from him. I would recommend for these classes. I wish that he would teach more classes that are related in the healthcare field. Maybe the nursing program itself. If you do not do as well as you want to take it again as a refresher course.

5.0
2.0
BIO202
Aug 9, 2011

I took this class with two other science classes and received a 98%. Brame is an extraordinary person and a wonderful teacher. The class is easy if you study, just like anything else.

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BIO201
Aug 23, 2011

I LOVED this class because of Dr. Brame. Unfortunately, I'm not able to take 202 with him also, and I am so bummed out! Dr. Brame is the best teacher I've ever had. Topics were so clearly discussed that I only pulled out my textbook three times the entire semester. I HIGHLY recommend this teacher! It requires work, but it's manageable!!

5.0
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BIO101
Sep 13, 2011

He is an amazing professor. He has a huge passion for teaching and it really shows through his lectures and his fun labs. He is approachable and fun. I'm bummed he is not teaching 202 this semester, not the same. I learned SO much from Dr. Brame. I recommend him to every student!

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BIO201
Sep 22, 2011

Hands down the best professor I've ever had in my college career. I would recommend him in a heartbeat. He is very passionate about his work and it rubs off on all his students. He makes class enjoyable and explains everything in such a way where it's very easy to retain information. He's also very funny which helps in a learning environment.

5.0
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BIO201
Dec 1, 2011

Dr. Brame is one of the best professors I have ever had. He is very knowledgeable and you will learn so much from him. I highly recommend him!

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BIO201
Dec 8, 2011

I took him for 201 and let me say, NEVER AGAIN. I don't understand how people say he's helpful? I was failing and tried so hard and he just didn't care and wouldn't allow me to do anything else, and when I dropped he could careless! Definately do not recommend unless your someone that has HOURS to actually study and like learning on your own!

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BIO201
Dec 12, 2011

Dr. Brame is an Awesome Professor. He makes the class content interesting. With that said I did not pass the class, I put all I could but it wasn't enough to pass. It is not Dr. Brame's fault it is mine. He suggests you to use the tutoring lab, which is highly recommended. I will be taking the class again, and can't wait to see him in 202.

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BIO201
Dec 20, 2011

He is such a great professor! He makes the class fun and interesting and is crazy helpful! he'll show you great techniques on how to remember the material. but he is very detail oriented!

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BIO201
Dec 26, 2011

Dr. Brame is a great teacher. He makes class fun and interesting. He gives you all the notes you need for class. what is on the notes is on the tests! I didnt open my book all semester and got a B+. He is great at explaning and helping you remember things. He gives plenty of extra credit over the semester. Taking him for 202 next semester!RECOMMEND

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BIO202
Jan 9, 2012

He's an amazing teacher if you're willing to learn, not just passing the class. I'm at Nursing program now taking pharmacology & pathophysiology and everything I learned in his class are useful now. He's very helpful if you need help so I don't know why some say he isn't. If you study, you'll get good grade. Take his class if you want to learn!

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BIO201
Jan 12, 2012

Great teacher all around. Very interesting material and health problems discussed in class. He seemed to run out of material at the end of class. I am sure some were happy, but I would have liked more. Tough material, and requires lots of studying time.

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BIO201
Jan 21, 2012

Amazing, adorable, and helpful.

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BIO201
Apr 13, 2012

Great professor. He wants his students to do well. He gives you everything you need, you just have to apply it. He's fun and gives great ways to remember things. I've taken him for 201 and now 202. I wish I could take him with me to my other classes. Highly recommend him!!!!

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BIO201
May 12, 2012

Dr. Brame is an awesome teacher! Makes class fun and doesn't just read off the power point like most. The class is hard obviously since it is anatomy but he gives you all the tools you need to succeed plus gives a little extra credit. ery easy going and easy to relate to.

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BIO201
May 14, 2012

Dr. Brame is a wonderful professor! He has a great teaching style and does everything he can to help his students succeed! His class is not necessarily easy, but he helps you every step of the way! I highly recommend him!

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BIO202
Oct 28, 2012

He is helpful and tries to make things fun. You can tell how passionate he is about teaching and attempts to make connections with individual students. Great sense of humor!! I suggest him to anyone.

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BIO202
Nov 6, 2012

BEST bio teacher anyone could ever take. Not the easiest but if you attend class you'll be fine. DEFINITELY recommend!

5.0
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BIO201
Dec 12, 2012

Honestly an awesome teacher!! He is a natural!! and gives lots of resources to succeed! It was a very difficult class but he is the way to go! super funny and such a nice guy. He explains things with such clarity!! VERY recommended!! :)

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BIO201
Feb 18, 2013

He is a good instructor...the class is challenging and he teaches everything well. I wish that he didn't cram so much into one exam whether its lab or lecture.

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BIO201
Apr 17, 2013

He is the best just try to stay focus and you will do good in his class.

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BIO201
Apr 26, 2013

By far the best A&P professor! material is very clear and he will give you all the tools that you need to succeed. Very funny and super nice guy. Cares about your success in the class and is available if you need help. Definitely recommend using the text even though he gives out handouts. Recommend him 100%. just work hard and you'll succeed!

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BIO201
Jun 26, 2013

He is a nice guy, but a horrible teacher!

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BIO202
Jul 27, 2013

Dr. Brame is an excellent teacher! Very knowledgeable and helpful. The class is challenging, but he is very clear about what information you will be tested on. If you want to actually LEARN physiology, then take his class. I got an A in his summer class.

4.0
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BIO201
Aug 29, 2013

Nice guy great teacher

2.0
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BIO201
Sep 25, 2013

Lectures aren't very informative. Test questions are poorly written and material tested on is not covered in class. Lab manual was stated as required, but we never used it. Book really isn't used either. Lots of out of class time is required, because you have to teach yourself everything on your own!

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BIO202
Oct 3, 2013

For me Dr. Brame was one of the best professors I have ever had (in 2 BS degrees). He is knowledgeable, cares about his students, and tries to accommodate to different styles learning. Yes, information is extensive, but that is the nature of a biology course.

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BIO201
Oct 8, 2013

great teacher, this class is really challenging but he makes it easy to understand.

2.0
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BIO201
Feb 17, 2014

I really did not like his style of teaching. Many did not pass the class. Exams cover material that was not covered or told to be known within the class. If you actually want to learn anatomy DO NOT take his class.

5.0
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BIO201
Grade: A
Jun 3, 2014

Dr. Brame was an outstanding professor! Although the class was not easy, that is the nature of any anatomy class. I loved how when he taught he made the topic relatable. The only complaint that I have about his teaching is that i wish he didn't cram so much into one test… Other than that, he was great!

5.0
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BIO201
Grade: B
Jun 4, 2014

Great teacher. His classes were always very interesting, and he did his best to make it fun (which it was)! However, this class is not an easy one and he explains this to you in the beginning. A lot of your free time will be spent studying. If you're not huge on studying, then you will not pass his class. Be dedicated and you'll do great!

4.0
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BIO201
Grade: A
Jul 27, 2014

Dr. Brame is a great professor! He is super nice and care for his students. He made this class easier to understand by study notes so, you don't have to study from the text book. It is not an easy class but if you stay FOCUS and STUDY from the study notes you will be fine.

5.0
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HUMANANATOMY
Jan 6, 2015

I really enjoyed having Dr. Brame as a professor. He was helpful. Make sure you take good notes and study them, and study them A LOT. Don't skip labs, you can't make them up.

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BIO160
Mar 15, 2015

Dr. Brame is one of the best teachers! Very funny, super nice and gives great study guides for tests! He is very fair and accommodating to students.

5.0
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BIO202
Grade: A
May 2, 2015

He is a great professor! Definitely pay attention to his lecture notes - he does not use PowerPoint ever. If you don't come to class you won't do well, just know that. I would highly recommend his class.

5.0
3.0
BIO160
Grade: A
May 6, 2015

I definitely recommend his class. Anatomy is never easy but he made it fun and I actually enjoyed attending his class. The exams are straight from the lecture notes so don't skip! He gives detailed explanations of the course material in lecture so make sure you pay attention to those.

5.0
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BIO201
Grade: A
May 8, 2015

Dr. Brame does not use powerpoint. His lectures are engaging and uses demonstrations, diagrams, and videos. Gives typed up notes and goes over key concepts in more detail. Has funny ways to help you remember things. Lots of information, but teaches in a way that you understand the most important concepts. Wonderful professor!

5.0
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BIO201
Grade: A
May 10, 2015

Dr. Brame is wonderful! I was nervous to take A&P because it is a tough subject to master, but he makes it so fun, and makes it relative to your everyday life. He types up all the notes you need to get A's on his test. Memorize the notes and you will get A's on the tests. He does a lot of extra credit so utilize that aspect and you will get an A.

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26682
May 27, 2015

Dr. Brame is my favorite professor! This is not an easy course, but he makes learning fun. He responds to emails promptly and is always available for questions. If you study his lecture notes and pay attention in class, you will do well. Take pictures of the plaques for studying and record the lectures, it really helps!

5.0
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BIO201SUMMER
Grade: A-
Jul 31, 2015

He was amazing. Very nice, awkwardlynerdly funny! Very helpful! He will make sure you write down exactly what you need to know for tests and quizzes. Quizzes are super easy. Basically just study the packets he gives. Everything on packets is on tests and quizzes. REally enjoyed it. Gonna miss this class!!!! Wish he taught 202!!!

4.0
2.0
BIO160
Grade: A
Dec 10, 2015

Dr. Brame was awesome! He is a great instructor and made class fun. Don't skip class and learn the study guides and it's pretty easy.

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BIO201
Grade: B+
Dec 15, 2015

Amazing professor! Dr. Brame is very clear while teaching and makes the class as fun as possible. He also doesn't teach using power point which I loved! I enjoyed every moment.

5.0
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BIO201
Grade: A
Dec 17, 2015

Possibly the best professor at CGC. He makes learning A&P really fun and gives you everything you need to succeed in this class. As long as you put in the effort you'll get a good grade and learn a whole lot about the human body.

5.0
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BIO201
Grade: A+
Dec 18, 2015

My favorite professor I've ever had, truly enjoyed attending class every week. They lectures are fascinating and really get you thinking. He makes you apply the study notes and going over that in class is the best part. Highly recommend this class to anyone, wish I could take 202 with him.

5.0
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BIO201
Grade: A
Dec 21, 2015

I heard he was the best A&P teacher, and the rumors were true. Unless you have a photographic memory, it is NOT an easy class. You will work for your grade, but you will learn so much in the process. I enjoyed how he gave assignments, quizzes, and extra credit instead of only 4 tests through the year like some teachers. He will help you succeed!

5.0
3.0
BIO160
Grade: A+
Mar 5, 2016

Before each lecture, he plays funny videos to lighten up the atmosphere. For notes, he gives handouts and you just have to follow along and write what he writes. Tests are based on notes, final exam is based on the tests - VERBATIM. You have HW, but plenty of time to complete them (answers on backof book) Study and memorize, he's a very chill guy!

4.0
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BIO202
Grade: B+
Apr 14, 2016

I am very happy I took 202 with him. He is an amazing professor! He uses his own study notes that he passes out for everyone and makes it interesting. The tests are tough - but not impossible. He also offers extra credit which is nice. He makes it fun learning and plays videos in the beginning of class to lighten the mood. I highly recommend him!

5.0
3.0
BIO202
Grade: B
May 4, 2016

Hands down one of the best prof at CGCC. He is incredibly helpful, makes a very hard subject a lot more simple and is super passionate! Tests are cut and dry, study his packet and you should have no issues. There are no surprises. Best professor at CGCC!

5.0
1.0
BIO202
Grade: A
May 6, 2016

Dr. Brame is a fantastic teacher. He obviously knows what he's talking about with Anatomy and Physiology. He works with his students, and gives multiple opportunities to earn extra credit outside of bonus questions on the tests.

4.0
4.0
BIO201
Grade: A
May 16, 2016

I took Dr. Brame's class for 201 & 202. He makes you work hard for your grade. Be prepared to study. This is not a cramming-at-the-last-minute class! He is hilarious and such a great teacher. I feel I learned so much in both classes. He hands out packets for each chapter and will lecture only on what's in that (huge) packet. No Powerpoints!

5.0
4.0
BIO202
Grade: A
Jun 23, 2016
Would take again

Dr. Brame is the best professor I have ever had. If you are trying to decide what Bio professor to take look no further! The class is hard, but Dr. Brame is amazing and makes it worth it. He is very organized, structured, funny and just an amazing person. He hands out study notes for each exam and as long as you study them you will pass with an A.

5.0
4.0
BIO201
Grade: B
Jul 21, 2016
Would take again

Dr. Brame was an amazing professor. He made early lab's bareable and genuinely made an effort to ensure his students had a clear understanding of the material. He helped you whenever it was needed, provided tons of resources, and made the class possible to pass. I dont know how I would of done in this class if I would of had any other teacher!

5.0
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BIO201SUMMER
Grade: A
Jul 22, 2016
Would take again

Professor Brame is the the best professor I have ever have. He truly cares about his students and I enjoyed his class so much. This class is not easy but professor Brame makes it possible to get an A. He is really funny and I wish there were more professors like him. He offers plenty of extra credit too! Take his class and you won't regret it!

5.0
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BIO201SUMMER
Grade: A+
Jul 23, 2016
Would take again

Took the summer version and it was a piece of cake. Only two short writing assignments, no homework, opened the text book once, and tons of extra credit. He hypes up the difficulty in the beginning, but i only ever studied the night before the tests, and the lowest i got was a 91. Read the packets he hands out and you'll do great!

5.0
4.0
BIO202
Sep 27, 2016
Would take again

I highly recommend Dr. Brame! It is still a hard class, but he makes it more interesting and gives out papers for each chapter which I love. His tests are tough, but he makes the class enjoyable! I wish I could have taken 201 with him.

Respected
LECTURE HEAVY
Amazing lectures
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5.0
BIO201
Grade: A-
Nov 17, 2016
Wouldn't take again

The professor is not clear as to what material will be on the quizzes and test. He enjoys asking trick questions that do not pertain to anatomy and physiology. He will Strongly emphasis some material and Not have any questions pertaining to it on test.

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
4.0
BIO202
Grade: A
Dec 6, 2016
Would take again

Very helpful and wants you to do well! Specific review guides for each test and what is expected is very clear. The notes are typed out for you to then fill in as he goes over the material. Gives realistic examples and goes the extra mile to ensure you really understand the point. Highly recommend!

Caring
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5.0
BIO201
Grade: A
Dec 13, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Joel Bram is not clear as to what material will be on quizzes and test. He has class notes that are written in poor grammar and the concepts are disorganized. This teacher is not good and not helpful during office hours. He does not explain things very well. I spent most of my study time learning from u tube. You will need to teach yourself.

Tough Grader
Get ready to read
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
3.0
4.0
BIO160
Grade: C+
Dec 15, 2016
Would take again

Decent teacher, a lot of lectures (although not the powerpoint kind). Gives difficult tests but if you do your best in every other area you can still pass.

Tough Grader
Hilarious
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
4.0
BIO201
Mar 5, 2017
Would take again

Great professor. He teaches just enough in-class to not overwhelm students and leaves an appropriate amount for independent review. A couple of the negative reviews on here are honestly laughable; Dr. Brame is very clear and provides you with everything you need to do well. This is not an easy class, nor should it be. Study hard and participate.

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
BIO201202
Grade: A+
Apr 24, 2017
Would take again

He is a great teacher. He does good visuals which I pay attention to. Those who succeed are those who record lectures and start studying consistantly and often. If you read the lecture packets, and lay out all of the information on the lab practicles you will do well. And he does help with some extra credit. Very fair. And absolutely brilliant!

Gives good feedback
Respected
Caring
5.0
4.0
BIO201
Grade: A
Jun 3, 2017
Would take again

Not only is Dr. Brame funny, but he uses good drawings and props to explain concepts in a memorable way. Skip class and you'll miss complicated information explained in a more understandable way. He provides study notes for each chapter as well as study guides for each exam. Exams are tough but he provides the tools to get that A, if you study.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
BIO201SUMMER
Grade: B+
Jul 12, 2017
Would take again

Dr. Brame is AWESOME. He gives you study notes that you need to study off of to do good on tests. He takes the time to explain and he actually CARES. The book is only used for diagrams. Just study off his study notes that he provides for you and you WILL PASS.

Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
BIO201
Grade: B+
Jul 26, 2017
Would take again

This is probably one of the hardest classes iv'e taken, but rewarding! He gives great lectures, study guides, and his personal notes to study off of. I would recommend to use all of the resources he offers AND the book, the book is really important for details. He warned us the class was difficult and had lots of info. I think he's a great teacher!

Tough Grader
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
4.0
BIO201SUMMER
Grade: A+
Jul 29, 2017
Would take again

Dr. Brame is a caring, honest professor who makes sure the material taught is understandable. There is a lot of information to memorize in both lecture and lab, but as long as you divide up what you study into sections, you'll do fine. He always comes up with small/fun ways to learn certain topics. This class is basically you know it or you don't.

Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
LECTURE HEAVY
4.0
5.0
BIO202
Grade: A
Aug 24, 2017
Would take again

No matter who you take this class will be difficult! He tries to make the material as clear as possible and comes up with fun ways to remember it. For lab he will give you handouts on what to know for anatomy (Know EVERYTHING on those lists) For lecture study the power points and hand outs. He will give you a study guide for tests which is great.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
5.0
BIO202
Grade: B+
Oct 4, 2017
Would take again

This was by far the hardest class I've taken to date, however Prof. Brame is also the best teacher I've ever had, his lectures are interesting but challenging, in this class it is easy to feel overwhelmed however it helps having a professor that truly knows their topic. I would 100% take a class with him again.

Respected
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
BIO202
Grade: A
Nov 9, 2017
Would take again

Dr. Brame takes a difficult class and makes it more enjoyable. I took his class for both BIO201 and BIO202. He's definitely one instructor you want to rearrange your schedule to have. Highly recommend his class.

Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
Hilarious
5.0
5.0
BIO201
Nov 26, 2017
Would take again

I love Dr. Brame! This class is so tough but he makes it worth going to. Expect to study your butt off, this is definitely not an "easy A" class. Dr. Brame will give you helpful hints to remember things and makes his lectures interesting. I highly recommend him, he is one of my favorite professors.

EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
Hilarious
5.0
4.0
BIO202
Grade: B
Dec 13, 2017
Would take again

Dr. Brame is a phenomenal professor! :) I had him for BIO 201 and 202 and could not recommend him enough! He gives out packets with everything you need to be successful in his class! Study + come to class and you'll do great! I wish he taught micro!!

Inspirational
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
3.0
3.0
BIO201
Dec 14, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Great lectures! Did not enjoy the first 5-10 minutes of each class was spent watching random YouTube videos that did not relate. Tests were very difficult. Nice guy, but would not retake.

Amazing lectures
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
4.0
BIO160
Grade: A
Dec 14, 2017
Would take again

Dr. Brame is a great instructor! He teaches so that all students (no matter what kind of learner you are) can comprehend the course material. He goes fast though, so skipping even one class will get you behind significantly.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
BIO201
Grade: Not sure yet
Mar 8, 2018
Would take again

By far THE BEST teacher I've had since attending college. This is a tough class but passable if you put in effort. Is very helpful and funny and makes this difficult class super enjoyable. I plan on taking him again for Bio 202. I'm convinced all the bad reviews on here for him are just people who didn't do well in class because they didn't try.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
BIO202
Grade: B
Mar 22, 2018
Would take again

Highly recommend! His classes aren't easy but he makes lecture and lab interesting enough to enjoy anatomy. He's the type of teacher who's kind and funny, he creates studynotes for his students so you know exactly what to expect on his exams! So no powerpoints (thank god). He explains lectures very well, I wish he taught microbiology!!!

Gives good feedback
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
BIO202
Grade: A
Apr 20, 2018
Would take again

I would definitely recommend Dr. Brame to any nursing student! He is a wonderful professor. He breaks down complex concepts in a way that is easy to understand. All that you need to study are the packets that he hands out during class, and a few concepts from the book. It is a lot of hard work, but you can definitely get an A in his class.

Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
Caring
5.0
3.0
BIO160
Grade: C
May 3, 2018
Would take again

Dr. Brame was a great professor to have. He made sure we understood the topics clearly and due to his charisma, he made it fun and interesting too.

Respected
TEST HEAVY
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
3.0
BIO160
May 10, 2018
Would take again

Dr. Brame was one of the most amazing professors I've had. He made learning anatomy so much easier and extremely interesting and fun! He was funny and kind. He really cared for his students and always found ways to help us remember information easier! He gives out many extra credit opportunities! Highly Recommend him!!

Respected
Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
3.0
5.0
BIO201
Grade: Not sure yet
May 16, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Dr. Brame was a great & respectful teacher. Unfortunately, the information he gave in class was over the top. Studying for this class every day did not even help since each lab practical was based off of how much you can remember. Very difficult, will not be taking again.

Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
BIO201
Grade: A+
Jun 28, 2018
Would take again

A & P is already difficult - Dr. Brame does not surprise you. You must go to class, you must study and you must take notes. He gives you everything you need to succeed. I also took his 202 class - I knew EXACTLY what to expect. He is very clear, makes lectures interesting and applicable. I am sad that I am finished the series!

Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
BIO202
Grade: A+
Jul 11, 2018
Would take again

I was really scared to take BIO 202 after taking BIO 201 with a not so great teacher. Dr. Brame is amazing and I absolutely loved every second of his class. He never made me scared of a due date or unprepared. He really gives you every resource needed. As long as you put in the same effort he is putting into you I believe you can get an A.

Hilarious
Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
BIO201SUMMER
Grade: A-
Jul 17, 2018
Would take again

Joel was amazing! I took his summer 201 class, which was a very fast-paced jam packed class, however he made it understandable and relate-able. I don't know about you but I love to make real life analogies when it comes to remembering things, and he threw out a lot of little saying's to help you remember different things.

Respected
Hilarious
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
BIO201
Nov 14, 2018
Would take again

Good instructor. Not PowerPoint heavy. Gives outlines to participate with in class and tests from them. Textbook is for reference mostly.

Amazing lectures
Respected
Clear grading criteria
5.0
4.0
BIO202
Dec 18, 2018
Would take again

Great instructor! He teaches in the way where it is relatable and understandable. Super funny guy! Not lecture heavy. Provides a study guide. Textbook is used as a reference only.

Respected
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
BIO160
Grade: A
Apr 5, 2019
Would take again

Dr. Brame is a caring and knowledgeable professor. He goes out of his way to make sure each and everyone of his students succeed. I cant wait to countinue my bio journey with him.

Accessible outside class
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
4.0
BIO160
Grade: A-
Apr 23, 2019
Would take again

Great teacher overall

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
5.0
4.0
BIO202
Grade: B
May 12, 2019
Would take again

Dr. Brame is great. In the first lecture he stated he doesn't do power points and I appreciate that so much! I can't stand professors who do power points and just read word for word off of the slides. Dr. Brame does a great job of making sure you understand the material in both the way he teaches and tests and how to apply it to the real world.

Respected
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
BIO201
Grade: A
Aug 2, 2019
Would take again

Dr. Brame was hands down one of the best instructors I have ever had! He has a way of making the material understandable and relatable that really sticks with you! He gives lots of extra credit opportunities and also has all the notes typed up for you each day- color cordinated too! I made sure to sign up for BIO202 with him as well! Love him!

Amazing lectures
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
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