This class is an easy A I take it 6:30 a.m. He is well spoken and tells you specifically what will be covered on the exam or quiz. He gives out extra credit activities for those that need it. If you come late to class its no biggie. I guarantee u will get an A if u study what he tells you. EASY!

He's nice and gives lots of extra credit. His tests are so hard omg

I cant wait till class starts again! He makes Biology so fun and easy. He is the bestest teacher at NOVA.

he is very easy and will give a lot of extra credit to pass his class.he is the best teacher

gives lots of extra credit but test a hard. great guy, take the class and you will get an A

with 2 weeks left in the class, he stopped the class and completely kirked out on a student. threatened to sue him for no reason! then christmas told him "never to look at him" again! i don't know about the other reviews, but this guy is a total nut job! easy A, but he definitely has a dark side

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Best Teacher but i wouldn't suggest this class to anyone who actually needs Biology. Great for all those non-science people & he's very understanding!

This class was an excellent. Easy and interesting. Lots of extra credit too. Take this class if you are looking for a easy but good learning experience.

he is the BEST and easy Biology Prof. Just attend the class and the lab... easy A... Don't have to do a lot of work... Be nice with him... Take Him, easy class, easy A...

i love him! soo easy and soo nice.. very thoughtful..

HE IS VERY NICE TEACHER. A LOT OF PEOPLE TAKE ADVANTAGE. YOU NEVER HAVE TO GO TO LECTURE JUST TO THE LABS. HIS TESTS ARE TRICKY BUT I FAILED 3 OUT 4 AND STILL GOT A "B". HE IS THE EASIEST TEACHER FOR BIO. VERY WARM-HEARTED GUY!

easiest professor ever. take him and u wont regret.

his class fills up really really fast, so u will be lucky to get in if u sign up. But this dude is the best BIO professor. Test are little bit hard, but class is easy. u can get up to 90pts. extra credit in class. u go to the ZOO, and going to the ZOO is extra credit. u dont even need to take notes b/c his notes r online. take his class if u want t

He is one of the best professors of biology. Biology is complex and boring there is very little any intructor can do to make this class interesting. None the less Mr. Christmas made the class bearable, he is so paitent, test are hard and from the book and Lab is a must. He gives XC & curves. Take him & u wont regret it. His class fills up very fast

he is the best BIO 101 & 102 professor. Took him for BIO 101 & 102. Lots of Extra credit and curves the test. so if u want to take him u better sign up fast b/c his class fills up really really fast. u go 2 the ZOO, and going to the ZOO is extra credit 70 pts what more can u ask 4. dont need to take notes b/c his notes are online. if u want to pa

Mr. Christmas is a very nice teacher. Although his lecture class is boring and very mono tone his lab makes it up. He give out extra credit that is worth 70 pts and it's just going to the zoo. Some of our exams are take home but they're really really hard and his in class exams are even worst. Theirs really no homework but the class requires yo

A good teacher who explained things as he went along

Sign up fast 'cause his classes get full quickly! Good teacher overall. Lectures and labs are boring, but isn't it like that for almost every class? His tone of voice is real quiet so you have to listen carefully. He's easy going. On a scale of 1-10 for students who want to learn the material, I'd give him an 8 or 9.

Professor Christmas is very nice and that is why students tend to take advantage of him. He is a easy grader but if you don't go to classes then you will obviously get a bad grade. I got C's, B's and A's on the exam and I ended up getting an A. As long as you do all the assignment, come to class, go on the field trip you will get an A

He is probably the most boring teacher on earth but it is easy to earn a good grade. If you have ADHD do not take him

I had a really bad teacher for bio 101 *HTET* i hate him, so therefore, i love christmas because he so nice and helpful to people that pay attention in his class, I didn't have trouble because I was happy to have a nice teacher that wasn't unfair and made me cry so I loved him but sometime you do get lost in the class because he's very monotone.

Monotonous voice can put you off, but the class is just like highschool bio- read the text, do your experiment reports, you got an A. promise you. READ for the first class, and try to look smart by answering questions. he'll love you, and you are all set for that A

he speaks in one tone throughout the entire class, SO BORING. Make sure you go to class. If you show you care by being on time to class and answering some questions, you'll be fine. Go on the field trips and follow the guidelines for the essay! Field trips are extra credit!

He is a really nice and understanding teacher. A great person. Can be boring at times, and the tests are a bit on the hard side but he will always try to help you out. He wants to see that you are making an effort/paying attention in class and will work with you. Take him!

Really easy class to get a good grade in but you must come to class because he takes attendance. Warning: the class is very boring and you will not learn anything unless you teach yourself. If your just looking for a good grade take him; but if you want to learn look elsewhere.

His tests can be on the challenging side, but he is a fair grader and very helpful. He does not dumb down the material -his lectures can get very techincal, and it would be easy to get lost w/out reading the text. Even with the monotone voice (it's true), I would recommend him for science majors or those with a high level of interest in Biology.

Professor Christmas is a fair-grader! I sit in front of the class, strain myself to pay attention and participate whenever he asks questions in class. He does take mental note on who is putting their efforts and who is not and it really helps. His tests are semi-hard, gives out loads of quizzes, but gives our extra credit assignment. :)

As someone mentioned, this professor is the lesser of all evils. Christmas is such a nice guy and really cares about his students and passing them. If you put in the effort-which is a ton and do all the extra credit you'll be fine. He actually wants his students to pass and in Bio that is all you can ask for.

He isn't exciting but he will help you get a good grade for the class. I have gotten a B and have done poorly on my exams and quizzes, but if you really show effort that you want to learn and succeed, he will help you with that. Do go to the field trips he offers you because it's 75pts! TAKE HIM! HE'S VERY NICE!

he is nice teacher. He is very understandable. he cares about his students and all as much as he can. I got an "A" on his class. His test a hard but he will help you with short quizes to get extra credits. You must always show that you care and you will pass this class.

Professor Christmas is a very helpful and understanding person. What's great is that you can do miserably on all his tests and still end up with a good grade. Unlike some teachers, his objective is to reach out to all of his students so that they'll learn the material. He gives out many tests but honestly, if you show that you care, you'll do fine.

Extremely nice teacher. You will get an easy A if you show up. But if you are majoring in Biology, the class will be boring.

Do the extra credit - it can get you an A. He's fair. Tries to be funny and occasionally succeeds. Not a bad teacher - just dull. Do what youre supposed to do and you will get an A.

he is very knowledgeable. He changes his tests. u should study hard.tests are multiple choices and short answers and they r hard. if u really want to learn biology take him. he is very helpful and tries to do his best. he is the best.

Biology isn't my favourite subject but he did manage to make it somewhat interesting. He may be dull and boring, but he is a fair grader and will allow you to pull up your grade by doing an extra credit project. Just do the extra credits, show that you care, study and ask questions and you'll get a B+ or heck, even higher!

Take his time answering questions. Sometimes too long. But a fair grader and thorough with the material. He will tell you what is on the exam, just make sure you study for it. The exams are not easy but if you study the material he covers, you'll be fine. I'd take his class again.

Dr. Christmas's exams are hard, but he drops the lowest one, a big extra credit opp to eliminate another bad score too. Do not miss a lab or lecture as you may miss a lab or a quiz and he knows who misses what. A very smart and nice instructor.

102 was better than 101. Theres a pig dissection, and there is more poss pts with 102. Attendance is PRICELESS and do ask questions. 4-5 exams, lowest exam grade dropped. Attend, particpate, & do the work and you cant get any lower than a B and he knows his stuff!

His quizzes and tests are hard. Its hard to pay attention to him. He drops the lowest test and quiz grade and gives easy extra credit. Take him because somehow people manage to do well. I didn't understand half of what he said and got an A.

Such a sweet and caring professor! I took him for both 101 and 102. His lectures are SO BORING but he knows what he is teaching and always stops to answer questions. His exams aren't too hard if you study and he gives SO many extra credit opportunities. If you are nice and respectful he will like you. Highly recommend to take his class he was great

Such a nice professor. His lectures are painfully boring, but if you don't understand he will stop and explain. Tests are kind of hard but he drops lowest grade. Early class but I showed up late every day and it didn't hurt me. Would definitely recommend class.

Just took his BIO101 class, It wasn't as bad as i anticipated it to be. Overall he's a really nice professor and the test aren't hard. I would recommend him , just be ware when he lecture he CAN put you to sleep.

The greatest professor I had for my first semester! He's very understanding, lenient, and gives easy tests. Offers extra credit, he never gave homework, all the assignments were done in class together. SUPER EASY! Im taking him next semester too!!!

This guy is the best professor. He is so knowledgable, fair, and helpful. His curriculum is very straight forward and doesn't mislead you with the information he provides for you. Just take him, you will not regret it. This class was worth the hour long commute I had to make!! Not enough characters to explain the good things i have to say about him

I took this class Summer 2016. This teacher is a nice man. His syllabus is clear and easy to follow. The exams are a little tough but has 1 open book, 1 take home, and drops 1 exam. He exempts you from the final if you did well. He offered a HUGE extra credit field trip that basically made up for a test. Don't miss a class bc he has group quizzes.

Nice guy the class is not hard as long as you just sit there and keep your eyes open. Gives you group quizes and tests. 1st test open book, 2nd group test, 3rd take home , 4th by yourself and the final was group. gives ton of extra credit. if you show up and study a little you will get a B. For bio 101 easiest professor for this course.

He is a very nice and easy professor, at the end of the day he wanted you to pass. A little bit unorganized, as he is teaching. He used way too much papers, most power points and Prezis are pictures but no words. At first, I thought I was going to fail but outcome I got an A. Easy class in general. Take him if you want easy A.

Dr. Christmas is an easy-going professor with a depth of knowledge on his subjects. Class is structured so the student is aware of what is going on but the presentation of the course material is somewhat disorganized. Do not let this worry you as you will find that as long as you attend class, you will likely do well and pass with at least a B.

For a person like me who hates Biology, this class was quite fun. He made lab fun for us all and He gives a lot of extra credits activity.

Here is the truth about Christmas. He wants everyone to pass his class. His tests and quizzes are not hard. You have three exams and two of those are group exams and the quizzes are mostly in groups and some r individual. He also drops the lowest quiz grade. You have two field trips which are worth 50 extra credit points. Take this class now!!!!!!!

Professor Christmas is literally the nicest professor ever. He does group projects and test. He had really fun labs that i enjoyed, he was always very sweet and willing to help you. One thing is that he does have a monotone voice so i used to get really sleepy in the mornings. Also get the book because he does open note test.

Best Professor for Environmental Science. Class was not so bad at all transitioned the online format easy. Labs were fun and done by groups. Group projects were fun too. Only 3 exams: 1st Open book, 2nd Group exam, and 3rd Group exam. Lectures were great but kinda of boring but show up to class online and you will do great. Take him

The Greatest professor ever!!! He will always respond to emails, gives breaks during class, group quizzes, and extra credit. 2 tests in class (no lockdown or camera), 1 take home and 1 open note. So hard to fail this class! Fun Kahoots also! The final exam is optional if you get a 90% average on exams! The best class I've ever taken!!!!

I wish I can take more of his classes. Best Professor especially being switched to Covid. Take him again if you have to.

I have never felt so close to my classmates & their drive for change. I have been incredibly and fortunately moved by a few people who share the same love for our environment and the fight against climate change. This class has really facilitated and fostered those relationships within all walks of life. Dr. Chrsitmas is truly an amazing teacher.

I was hesitant for taking a 6 hour lecture/lab in one day but I dont regret it at all. Theres alot of extra credit opportunities such as kahoots(which we did a lot)if you win first place you get 11 ec points, second place gets 9,etc. Theres also a ec field trip which is 50 points. Quizzes are also done in groups which makes it easier.

Caring*, lecture heavy*, respected* Dr. Christmas inspired us as a classroom of students to work together and do what is necessary to understand the science behind Environmental Science. If we want to combat climate change, we need to work together as humans. I made some great friends & plan on taking Env 122.

Professor Christmas cares about his students. Although his class was veryyy lecture heavy, it wasn't that bad in the sense that he would take the time to make sure we were all following along. Honestly, I don't think the lecture textbook was necessary for this class but you should get the lab one. 4 exams, plus the final, and little group quizzes.

Lecture heavy, GREAT class. Four exams plus final all administered via canvas, no respondus! Group quizzes in class and lots of extra credit opportunities. Cool extra credit field trip too! Planning on taking Bio 102 with him as well. Take him!

very lecture HEAVY, with a monotone voice. he's very knowledge in the subject, and doesn't have a problem helping you to understand. the labs are pretty easy, well the whole class is. 3 exams and if you get at least a 90 you don't have to do the final and there's plenty of extra credit.

Professor Christmas is a really good instructor and cares about all of his students. His lectures are very heavy, but we do group quizzes, tests, labs, and projects which is easy to do. He is an easy grader and wanted all of his students to succeed in his class. I highly recommend him because of his interesting lectures and easy materials.

Professor Christmas is extremely caring and cool. If you want an easy A in class, then he is your professor. I took his class for both Bio 101& Bio 102. The exams are open notes and No lockdown browser, which are awesome for test takers that have lots of test anxiety. Plenty of extra credits for lectures and labs! Even bring chocolates to students!

He's well-organized. You should take him, Trust me!!

While Christmas does have a monotone voice and he's quiet, he is a good professor. Christmas has 4 exams, a paper, and presentation -- the last two we had the semester to do. With exams, study the notes/presentations and you should do well. There are a lot of extra credit opportunities so there's a cushion. He responds in Canvas and sends messages.

Amazing professor! Gives tons of extra credit kahoots + extra credit assignments. Very kind + patient man, so if u ask questions don't worry. Exams aren't too hard, he only puts questions we learned in class. Teaches well + explains things repeadedly to help u remember. Fun field trips! Gave us chocolate on Halloween we love that

Professor Christmas is very sweet, but a bit boring during long lectures. He does not give out hw, Everything is completed in class. Also not a strict grader AT ALL. He does extra credit for kahoots and "field trips" which were really fun! He tries his best, please participate in class it would mean so much to him. very easy A, would take again!

Social science majors, fulfilling a bio gen-ed, take this professor. Best ever, easy to approach. Four exams, one essay, and one presentation. If you score 90% or above in all exams, you are exempt from the final. Attend, participate for an A in the class. Quizzes are easy with textbook reading; skip buying it, find it online for free.

I loved having Dr. Christmas! He does sometimes speak a lot and go on tangents, but it's not bad. He really tries to build connections with the students and explains a lot when you have a question. Lots of extra credit opportunities and he's not a tough grader. Come to class and study for tests and you'll be fine. Gives study guides for each exam.

Trust me when I say this, you WANT to take this professor. Easy A. Class is long since he does lecture and lab same day but worth it and many breaks in between. Group quizzes, 1 open note, 3 close book exams, lab is very easy. 1 research paper on any bio issue (easy). This class seriously was an easy A if you do all the work. Also, NO HOMEWORK!

Im taking advanced bio classes and I feel that I was well prepared thanks to Professor Christmas, he uses smart pedagogical techniques to make you memorize and understand deeply important bio concepts and lab with 0 stress. He is a very knowledgeable and caring person, reading book chapters will help a lot, take him and Enjoy!

Take him if he's available, enjoy labs and games

Easiest A EVER. I was skeptical of taking a 6 hour class but SO worth it. Tests and quizzes are taken in class however their online (take that how you will lol). As long as you SHOW UP, you WILL get an A. SO MUCH extra credit by going on field trips, placing top 5 in Kahoot, or doing the optional assignments. Take him for an easy A:)

He is extremely kind and there is no homework. Exams were mostly taken in groups. He is an amazing person. He brought the whole class together in a way I haven't seen at NOVA before. He taught me the world is ours to share and we need to take care of it but its nothing without each other. I loved the field trips. My favorite class Ive taken at NOVA

Professor Christmas makes this class engaging with plenty of extra credit opportunities like Kahoots and a fun field trip. The work is manageable - just attend, participate, and utilize study tools like Unstuckstudy to succeed. Definitely take this professor!

Professor Christmas is super chill and easy going. As long as you show up and pay attention you won't have any problem in his class. He is very caring and has lots of extra credit opportunities. His class always fills up quick so if you want to take a class with him be sure to enroll early.

I'd say as long as you show up, you will get an A in the class. He sometimes shows up late but he does his best to make sure he doesn't make students stay late. He is very nice and very kind. I will 100% take him again and recommend anyone to take his class. He has no hard feelings against anyone, he is really a nice guy, a chill guy.

12 Week Summer Course - One 7 hour long class a week If this class is just to fulfill a requirement TAKE HIM!! If you want to learn about the subject or it is relevant to your major, DON'T TAKE HIM! He is a kind person, but he shows up late for every single class. Plenty of extra credit opportunities, and the definition of an easy A. No HW.

The class is very laid back. There were field trips where he gave us a lot of extra credit. Just show up and put minima effort and you will pass.