WOULD NOT RECOMMEND HIM

This dude is funny. Also i thought his first name is JOHN not jeff. Helpful, if you actually ask for help. I hated the Lab worksheet becuz it takes a lot of time to do and its only worth 10 points,but test are fair and easy if u study and keep up with the class.

Some may think its the teacher thats making this class hard, but actually its the course thats hard. Its just a lot of memorization of the bones, arteries, muscles..etc.. He stresses to memorize small things but actually in the exam its just some of the major stuff but still try to be familiar with the small things. Good Class.

at first it seems you'll never gonna pass the class, he says you have to study for 3 hours a day just to get a C. i got B and i'm happy, i think he's not that hard as he seems :) at least he's fair. study for the tests!

cool teacher. he gives u da notes, turn up to class to get 5% grade credit. lots of memorization. about 4 tests are 50 questions of multiple choice, some pictures to name its parts. if you memorize da stuff every week u'll do fine in the test. test base on notes, need book for da pictures. might have to work hard if u want an A.

It is really hard to pass his class with an A. Study hard...Real hard for his lecture! His lab practical was hard untill I started going to the TA. Angelica helped everyone in the lab understand the models which are hard to figure out.

I can't believe this guy got such low ratings! I'm sure all the people who rated him were lazy and were looking for an easy grade. I didn't work SUPER hard and got a B. I even took him during summer!! Plus, I'm not a science person at all! Go to class, go to labs, and that's basically it! Nice and fair guy, what more can you ask for?

great teacher if you actually want to learn. he emphasizes that you need to study alot - but it makes sense because most of us are going into the health field anyways! his tests arent even hard! summer course was intense but what summer class isnt? dont listen to those who rate him horribly - good teacher, great class, good grades!!

I just got done with his summer class and finished with a C. It took a lot of hard work to earn it, but I could have done better. Just study the powerpoint slides he gives you and do the labs ahead of time and you should be fine. Memorize all the major diagrams to save u on the lecture tests. good class if you're willing to put in some hard work.

Great Teacher,works off of powerpoint and isn't boring. work hard and you will receive the appropriate grade. Dont need book just study all powerpoints and pictures for exams. Practicals were easy just know how to spell and go to open lab and make sure you know all the models.

He does seem like an a-ho* at first but surprisingly, you do learn from his class if you study hard. I took Anatomy during the summer course of 09. I could really appy some of the stuff from his course to my other course. Although I did recieve a C, it is really helpful when he tells u to memorize 20 every lab. Therefore he's actually a good teache

Pro.McDANIELS is a blessing to skylne college. Mcdaniels gift of teaching is greatly appreciated by his students. Mr. Mcdaniels impeccable teaching methods give you a true understanding of Human Anatomy. McDaniels prepares students to be professionals. Do yourself a favor and take this professor. =)

My name is Christopher Gandy and I am a student at Skyline College. Professor McDaniel is an asset to this school. I have found him to be both extemely knowledgable and fair in his teaching of human anatomy. I would definitely choose to take classes from him again as well as to recommend him to other students wishing to go into the medical field.

Bio 250 with McDaniels is not easy. However, it is extremely a learning environment. If you actually want to learn the material, take Mcdaniels. He uses slides for teaching and book use is not a must but it helps some students. Know all the models for the test and you will be fine. (ARY)

At first he's tough and I almost quit his class. After the 1st exam, his exams where more based on what he taught and uses slides extensively. No need to buy book, but I did read and referred to the book for further understanding. Worked my tail off but was worth it when I got high score! Very fair grader. Your grade is what you deserve.

Mr. Mcdaniels is a great teacher. Clear with the stuff he lectures in and very helpful

If you want to learn Anatomy , he is one of the best you can have. Don't expect a cake walk though . He is like one of my military teachers "tough but fair". He even makes lectures fun for peets sake! He is Grade=A+ in my opinion.

This class is tough and when the lkast day to drop came around about 10 people left. Yet i was determined to complete the class and he lent a hand. Great teacher, youll learn alot.

This class is tough and when the last day to drop came around about 10 people left. Yet i was determined to complete the class and he lent a hand. Great teacher, youll learn alot.

When i first started this class i knew it would be a tough road. When half way point came around alot of people left. This teacher is great and keeps a fun envirnment for those who want to learn. GOOD LUCK

He is a great teacher, super clear, super helpful, and he wants you to succeed! I love the way he teaches and the way the lab and lecture are set up. He makes all of the chapters available on powerpoint from his lectures , and his tests are straight from his lecture. If you pay attention you will pass. Def. recommend Mr. McDaniel's!

Probably one of the best science class/teachers I've ever taken. You have to work really hard to pass his class, but in the end it is def. worth it. He doesn't give out grades, so you have to earn it. Make sure to study hard (& in advance) for the test and not wait until the night before. For the lab test make sure to know the slides and model.

No lie...This is a HARD class no matter who you take. If you are planning on going to the medical field, you MUST take McDaniel. I am in nursing school now and everything in his slides is in my current lectures. I succeeded because I took it seriously. I took it seriously because he took it seriously. I owe him a huge THANK YOU

Taking professor McDaniel means that you are serious with the career path you are taking. His lectures are crystal clear. His tests are not really hard but you have to know your stuff, otherwise it is not going to be easy. He is definitely an asset to Skyline College.

He is a great professor...He is hard and tells you what to expect from the beginning. You have to what to take the time because he is hard but its not him its the material that requires effort. His teaching is top quality. Excellent professor i wiould definately reccommend him.

Professor McDaniel (BIOL 250) was outstanding. His lectures were well prepared and very interesting. He was extremely helpful and very responsive to questions. He did all that he could to help ensure students learned the material. While he is not easy, if you did the work you got a good and fair grade. I would take him again in a minute

Professor McDaniel was an outstanding professor. His lectures were well organized, informative, and interesting. He made every effort to help students be successful. His test were not hard, but you needed to know the material to do well. This class was a lot of work, & I would take it again with Professor McDaniel in a heartbeat... he was great!

I took him during summer for human anatomy and although it was difficult he is a great teacher. Very funny and interesting, you can tell he knows the subject very well. A LOT of memorization but that's just the subject. If you have a hard time with a fast paced course, I suggest you save it for a full-length semester.

Everything you need for the exams are in his slides so bring laptop & take notes on the ppt. The 3 exams are MC, cumulative, 50 questions, & recycles the most-missed questions. Curves a little (took the highest grade and made that the 100%). Straightforward, and clear on what he wants. Know Your Diagrams! Took course for pharmacy school, so easy.

He's tough but good! Glad I took him.The exams are based off of his slides, however the book does help with lab homework. Lab exams are tough, completely fill in the blank!Lecture exams tend to be easy, but watch out for the questions that CAN have multiple answers! Would definitely recommend him. Just make sure to STUDY STUDY STUDY!

Professor McDaniel's course was challenging and highly rewarding. He provides detailed Powerpoints, which are essential study material. The expectation is that you will know each organ system, in (macro- and microscopic) detail. If you are going into a career in Health Science, McDaniel's course is indispensable.

This class is awesome. Pay attention in lecture, do your lab and you'll be fine.

I just wish all professors were like professor McDaniel. When he lectures it's with clarity and ease and he makes it fun! If you're entering a field in healthcare then you should take his class because you will definitely know it in the end! He is attentive and always answers my questions. Just study and you will do just fine!!!!

Professor McDaniel provides you with clear cut lecture slides and is thorough in explaining them. Also, he will answer your questions in lecture as well as lab. Anatomy requires lots of studying and repetition for you to be successful in this class so make sure you have that mentality.

Professor McDaniel is a great teacher! His lecture slides are clear and his lectures are very thorough. In every lab it is required for you to memorize 20 items. This actually helped me a lot when taking both my lecture & lab exams.

I decided to re-take Anatomy in the Summer of 2012 for a better grade.I had a choice to go the easier route and take another professor but I wanted to LEARN and make my time WORTHWHILE so I enrolled in his class. He is tough but a VERY GOOD professor who takes the time for you to learn what you are supposed to know. I took him 2X and I love it!

He is very challenging, but he scaffolds your learning to help you achieve, i.e. the 20 lab items. You just have to follow his pedagogy and do the work of studying to get an A. Sometimes his "hard" or impermeable attitude didn't sit well w/ my male identity. I do recommend this Professor highly, if you want to know your material. Good luck!

Take his class to get the most out of Anat. You will remember EVERYTHING you learn. This made my other courses easier: phys EMT Pathophys & Phelb. Don't buy the book any old Anat text will do; study diagrams on his slides. He shares his those on WA. You are on your own in lab, but he's happy to clarify anything. He's kinda funny too.

5% is attendance which most people signed in for others. Caught only 1 person the entire semester doing that. Lab test are hard. Tells you to know everything. Alot of info with very little material on exams. Take Alan if you can. Lecture isn't too bad but lab is what kills everyone.

The exams were difficult because he expected you to study everything, however, his lecture was very entertaining and I was able to get a B in the class by using his power points. I never had to buy the book!

Okay I took this class over the summer and got an A, but boy this is the hardest class you'll ever take. MCDANIEL IS SO FUNNY AND SERIOUS AT THE SAME TIME. He's pretty awesome, but STUDY STUDY STUDY if you want an A. You earn your grade, he doesn't just hand out A's.

The subject anatomy is difficult in itself, so don't expect to blow by this class expecting an easy A. Even so, Dr. McDaniel tries his best to teach the subject, making sure everyone understands. If you want an anatomy teacher, take this one and you will learn. He is probably the best professor I've ever taken or will take in my time in college.

Professor McDaniel is an excellent anatomy teacher. He takes the subject and difficulty very seriously, but also keeps it fun and interesting. To do well in this class, you must attend, pay attention, and study. I highly recommend him to those who want to seriously learn and retain anatomy, especially if you want to go into the medical field.

Mr. McDaniel is a great teacher and resource. He really cares that you succeed in his class so do not be afraid to ask for help. He is very thorough and clear when it comes to teaching. If you are interested in not only learning human anatomy but also retaining that knowledge, I highly recommend you take Mr. McDaniel's class.

I recommend this class for anyone that wants to go into Healthcare profession. He is a good lecturer very approachable. He will make u memorize & identify 20 human parts in every class & that helps during exams.I learnt a lot in this class and that has helped me in my recent classes. if u want to learn & retain what u learnt, this class is for u

HIGHLY recommended. John McDaniel is an exceptional teacher. I took Anatomy from him as a pre-req for grad school. He's taught the class for years and is very organized. He relies heavily on his handouts and incorporates quirky visual, verbal and mnemonic devices devices to help you understand concepts. If you live in SF he is worth the commute!!

I HIGHLY recommend McDaniel, with his teaching style he will recalibrate what it means to study hard and succeed in college. You will be so happy that you have learned so much. He will answer any questions you have. His lectures are fun, he gives you breaks in between with some very interesting stories. You will NOT regret a min of his class time

Funny anatomy teacher.. His short stories/ side comments are what keep me interested during lectures. Anatomy is A LOT of memorization so if you can do that, you'll probably do well. Put forth the effort and you'll get the A.

good teacher. hes kind of a hardass, but in a good way. I learned a lot about anatomy with this class, and even though i struggled to pass i feel like i am well off. one thing that got me was attendance. Also just because you did well on a test and dont have to do your "20" in lab doesnt mean you shouldnt study them anyways. would take again

Professor McDaniel is my favorite bio professor at Skyline! His curriculum is challenging, but the information you take from his anatomy class really makes it worthwhile. He can come across as strict, but he really does care for his students. So if you decide to take his class, make sure you really put in the work! If you do, you won't regret it.

I highly recommend Professor McDaniel if you want to take Human Anatomy. He's been teaching the class for a long time, so he's very organized and is able to answer any question that is thrown at him. Plus he adds fun little side stories during lecture that keep you interested. You will spend a lot of time studying for this class!!

I took his anatomy class over the summer. It was dense and filled with a lot of information. Expect to learn everything you need to learn about anatomy and more. He keeps the lectures really interesting and provides useful tools to succeed in class. Not an easy A class, but an A is definitely do able. His grading is really fair. Don't miss class!

I really liked his class. This class is never easy with any professor, because there is lots of material to cover and memorize. Professor McDaniel will tell you what you need to know to do well on exams, and update you on your progress. Quizzes are open notes, so as long as you take time to study and fill your lab reports at home, you will be fine

Take him if you care about learning anatomy. His class might seem tough at the beginning, but when semester is over, and you move on to take other bio classes, you will realize how much you learned in his class. He is very clear about what is going to be on exams, and as long as you put effort to learn the given range you will do well in his class.

Lectures are stimulating & funny. The class is memory-intensive, so it's extremely hard during summer (7 weeks) with about 10-14hours of homework each week plus additional study time. Definitely utilize lab time!! Study the slides and models (including the cadaver) and go to every single lecture. Most important, focus on what he says in class!

Professor McDaniel makes a tough subject like Anatomy enjoyable and easy to learn. His humor keeps one captivated during lectures. Having taught for many years, McDaniel has mastered the subject and gives tips and tricks to students that help alleviate the load of memorization that comes with Anatomy. I would highly recommend taking this course.

Professor McDaniel was one hell of teacher. Although he can be quite intimidating in the beginning of the semester, he truly cares about his students learning the material. Even though I did receive the grade I had been hoping for, I learned SO much from his class and wouldn't have had it any other way. He is hands down the one of the best!

He's organized, clear about his expectations, and grades on a curve. Anatomy is always going to be hard but McDaniel keeps his lectures interesting and gives great powerpoints to study from. If you pay attention, study, and stay focused in lab then you'll pass the class. He won't babysit you so make sure to be assertive and ask for help. GOODLUCK!

I recommend McDaniels class. You'll have to study a lot but that comes natural with the sciences. He's kind of intimidating but he warms up after awhile. Anatomy is boring but he keeps lectures interesting with funny/interesting stories. KEEP UP WITH LABS and utilize the cadavers! all that hard work will save you when the lab practical comes along

Professor McDaniel is going to teach you how to study Anatomy. During lab, you will be asked to memorize 10 parts of the human body, and will have to show your work by pointing out these identifications using class models. And in lecture, some of his presentation will have study-designed examples that again show anatomy is not impossible to learn!

A great professor that is passionate about what he teaches. Anatomy is a hard class but he is thorough and wants to help us succeed and prepare us for our future courses. The material is hard but his lectures go over the material!

He's intimidating. Within the first few months the intensity of the class weeds out the students who are not truly devoted to learn. It's a hard class I am not gonna lie. There's a lot of information, there's time and effort that needs to be set out so you'll be able to understand the curriculum. But the way he teaches really helped me understand.

Anatomy in itself is a tough subject so be ready to dedicate some time for studying if youre serious about passing. Hes intimidating at first but his method works and in the end it does yourself a favor because youll have had to know it so well you cant forget it. Overall very clear with expectations & great professor!

Dr. McDaniel is pretty intimidating at first, but he's actually very willing to answer any questions you may have about the material. I took his anatomy class over the summer and I studied every day. Make sure to utilize your lab time and take the time to study the cadavers. As long as you study his slides, you'll be fine! His grading is very fair.

I took anatomy over the summer and it was the hardest thing ive done!! he makes you memorize 10 things every day in lab, theres a quiz every single day right when class starts so you cant be late, and there is a lab due every day (which you need for the quiz) this class is loads of work but i really learned!!

Professor McDaniel is very knowledgeable and has excellent teaching skills. He has a unique teaching method that is very helpful for learning Human Anatomy. I am glad that I have found him as the teacher and will recommend him to anyone who wants to learn Anatomy.

HE IS SOO FUNNY!! He seems intimidating but he isn't! The way he teaches is amazing! I don't know why people say he's a really hard grader but honestly that's on the students. His exams are very straightforward from his lectures. All you gotta do is STUDY. He doesn't give extra credit but as long as you STUDY A LOT and do the labs, you're good.

This class is the hardest thing I've ever done to get a good grade. No extra credit, no study guides. Lab quizs every week, which I don't see the point of. However, he can help, if you ask him questions from time to time. I am not sure if I recommend him or not, your choice

Anatomy is a tough course! I have never focused and studied so much for a class, but that is exactly what this class requires. A lot of memorization on our part as a student. He grades on a curve! Lecture exams are hard, but all multiple choice. Lab exams are tough too but I was able to manage high A's for both. Stay on top of the material!

Prof. McDaniel is tough but fair. Don't be fooled by his intimidating demeanor, he cares about his students. Record his lectures, it will be beneficial studying for the exams. Memorization of anatomical parts for labs is very helpful & prepares you for higher education. His class is a must for future students heading into the medical field..

Part 1 - Anatomy is a TOUGH class. McDaniel is SUPER intimidating, doesnt care about students, fair grader, his way or the high way type of person. However, he is VERY knowledgable & organized. Labs include memorizing 20 items from a model that can be difficult but if you attend lab hours, you'll succeed. Also memorizing 20's is beneficial to you.

hardest class of my life. Mcdaniel is a tough teacher, but he is willing to help you if you approach him. 1/2 in person, 1/2 online b/c covid. I have never studied so much in my life but I EARNED my A. Better for independent learners, he will not hold your hand. Memorize 20 things for labs, lab quizzes , attendance. Midterm info on all slides.

I see a few of comments that say he is unorganized and awful. This is wrong. He is very knowledgeable about anatomy. He connects portions of one lecture to another and teaches well. This is a tough class, you have to put the time in. Don't rely on the curve but does help significantly. +20 points for final. +11-12 in labs. +1-2 1st exam, my cohort.

Long lectures and heavy memorization material. He is a tough but fair professor. His curves are nice but don't rely too much on them. First exam 1-2 points back, second +3. Lab +5-7, second lab +11-13 and Final +20 for my cohort. Nonetheless even with all of that the A is not easy. I averaged out at 90 per test and still only ended at 95%. STUDY.

Pretty tough but his exams are fair. His curves are glorious. Id say that his class is actually very organized online. His lectures are straight forward. Id say that the worst part of this class was how much time you had to put in to study. Also he gives off passive aggressive vibes when reaching out to him online. But I think he taught well.

Mcdaniels may seem tough at first but honestly he's reasonable. When you request for something and give a valid reason and a solution to your request or to say another option he will actually work with you, but be warned, make sure you converse as a professional or he may not comply with your request. Every one is seen as learning professionals.

The Canvas files are unorganized, and he doesn't provide any exam pointers. There are two midterms covering nine chapters and one final exam for the lecture. The lab includes two midterm exams as well. Be prepared for heavy lectures.