Not really an easy class if you're a slacker who lives on campus and doesn't like to go to class; teacher is pretty good though.

haha Dr.Dew is the man!! he was pretty chill...just make sure he likes you

make sure you know the slides because exactly what is on the slides is what is on the test... he's got some pretty interesting stories he tells in class

Dr. Dew is the best professor for Bio. He is always there when something needs to be explained. His quizes are hard, but the answers come directly from your lab manual. So STUDY ten minutes before class. Dr. Dew curves like a mother, so be appreciative.

I hate his quizzes. They are hard even you study. You never know what his is going to ask you. The final is rediculous. He missed inform how you should prepare. You study hard and you still miss a lot. It is very discouraging. I heard other teachers are easier. However, he does tells interesting stories in the class though.

He is really chill. Make sure you study for your quizzes. He is def. cute.

He is weird. He seems very nice, but he is hateful because of his extremly hard quizzes. They are hard even you study. I spent a lot of time and still got a C at the end. He mis-informed about how he would test on the final. If you don't care for your grade, then choose him. You can learn a lot, but this is the hardest 1 credit course.

I really like Dr. Dew. He knows exactly what he is talking about and give explains and good explanations for everything. The only thing is his exams don't really reflect the material and are very hard. Also, they are on a lot of information. I enjoyed listening to him, but often felt unprepared for his exams even after studying for them.

I took his lecture and lab in the same semester. Taking both of them together was very helpful. His lecture tests are multiple choice and unbelivably hard, but he curves like crazy! His lab tests are fill in the blank and he gives you 10-15 min to study at the beginning of class. If you JUST study for these 10-15 min, you should get an B.

i don't know if is name is joseph or larry,but i don't think he knew this was a non-science major biology.it was too hard and to much material.he is a nice guy and his stories are great.i have never seen an instructor curve the way he does,without his curving i would have got an F but got a C.i thought the slides were useless,did not buy the book.

Mandatory attendance, he takes role every class. Barely used the text,but it is a good reference if you miss class, stay on top of the lectures and dont wait until the last minute to study andn you can pass the test with no problem. lecture are boring and his lectutre style does not hold the your attention, but the course material is fairly easy

He's a great teacher. He always has interesting anecdotes to add so it makes it easier to remember the material. That being said, his tests are ridiculous. He asks questions about years and numbers that just aren't relevant. He does grade on a curve though, so you can still get an A if you study. He's also very sweet and cute.

Doctor Larry Joseph Dew is a beast. He knows what he's lecturing to his students and you don't even need the text book. His lecture class provides the powerpoint on blackboard. He curves the exams as well, depending on how many people did bad on the exam. I recommend that you take him. He is nice too. BE ON TIME to class and DO NOT TALK in class.

He is extremely passionate about biology. I find sciences hard in general, but he tells great stories to help you relate to the topics. He does EVERYTHING on powerpoint, but after class you can print them all out. Shows alot of pictures and diagrams -- He is pretty helpful in responding to any questions you have. Good teacher in general.

This guy was awesome! Loved all of his PowerPoint slide shows and his little jokes every now and then! He's a really friendly dude and boy have I learned a lot from him. SIGN UP FOR HIS CLASS!

He gives awesome lectures but terrible tests! The tests are nitpicky and the best way to do well is to go through the powerpoints slide by slide and make flash cards of EVERY DETAIL. His lectures are really interesting, though and you can tell he loves his subject. PS I definately thought he was cute, which made it hard to concentrate sometimes!

I had Dr. Dew for Bios 1073 and Bios 1071. I recommend taking him for both lecture and lab. He's super fun, and he's incredibly passionate about biology. His lectures are exciting, and he's cute as a button. Extremely helpful and caring, too. His tests can be tricky, but if you study the Power Point slides, you'll be fine. Highly recommended! :D

Dr. Dew is very friendly, knowledgeable, and has an obvious passion for biology. He's a great teacher and his lectures are engaging. That said, his tests sometimes rough. Some of them are very straightforward, but others go a completely different direction. I guess it's just his style, but the tests are inconsistent in their levels of difficulty.

Very passionate about his work. I would recommend this professor to anyone that has to take BIOS 1073. Study his powerpoint slides and you will do fine on his exams.

Dr Dew has a huge love for biology. This love began to rub off on me as I became more and more interested in class... granted I would sleep sometimes. He is very knowledgable and a genuinely nice guy. His tests were tough though. I never opened my book, which probably lost me 1-4 questions per test. I'd def recommend Dr. Dew.

Mostly teaches off of powerpoints nut loves Bio and his students it shows. Makes class as fun as it can be and breaks down info into common man language, very helpful, he was a delight

Take notes on what he lectures during the first ten minutes of class and you'll pass the weekly quizzes. Simple as that. Easy class and he's helpful.

Dr. Dew is an amazing lecturer and teacher! He is so passionate about biology and hopes that everyone can have the passion that he has. His p.points are clear and organized. He explains things in a way everyone can understand. His test aren't bad if you go over powerpoints, take notes, and read the book every now and then. Take him! He's cute too!

The class is really fun, if you EVER have a problem, feel free to talk to him--he is very passionate about teaching his students and he's really nice. Very outgoing teacher, probably the best to have as your first BIO class!

His tests are really hard. He puts random questions that you would never think to remember. I would recommend him though, he is really passionate about what he is teaching. If you study hard, you will do fine.

Dr. Dew is adorable! He has such a strong passion for what he teaches. Its truly endearing. His tests are not easy, however. If you study and make note cards then you will most likely pass because most of the test questions are definitions. Watch any videos he shows in class/emails because they will be also be used as test questions. A+ professor!

TAKE THIS GUY FOR THIS CLASS! Seriously. I went in the class thinking I'd be bored and came out knowing a few things that are interesting. Passionate about material. Eager for students to pass. Shows interesting material. Attendance is mandatory. Tests aren't impossible. READ THE POWERPOINT SLIDES. Hard to fail unless you bomb a test. Good luck.

Wouldn't recommend him b/c is tests are unreasonably hard. Asks about VERY nitpicky things instead of focusing on the general material (which there is A LOT of). Class avg. for tests was in the 60's..he does a big curve though; no one would pass without it. And yes, I went to class, took detailed notes, & studied for days for each test.

Dr. Dew gives 4 exams & an optional final. The exams are graded on a huge curve. Highest grade anyone got on any exam in my class was an 84 (but thats an A)You have to study & take notes on everything he lectures, not just what's on the powerpoints. Participation is iclicker questions-that counts as an exam.

Dr. Dew is adorable, and loves his biology as well as teaching it to others. His class was always interesting. He wants his students to have a good time. You can ask him anything, and he has a lot to say. His tests are hard, but his grading curve makes them very survivable. Loved this professor! hope to have him again

I found dr. Dew very funny and interesting. I loved his class, but his tests were hard. You have to go to class and take very good notes in order to pass. He wants his students to pay attention in class and what he says in class is always on the test. Don't just study off of the slides, write down anything he says. If you hate bio, don't take it.

He's a good teacher and he cares for his students, but his tests are very difficult. Many of his test questions are things he mentions in his class that have little to do with the lecture. Thankfully he curves, so if you try hard you can still make an A. Just show up for class and PAY ATTENTION.

I'm not sure why so many people are complaining about this class. The teacher has a passion for his topic and it shows in his teaching. If you study your notes, the power points, and pay attention in class, you will do fine. He was always happy to answer questions after class if you needed something cleared up.

Dew is a really nice guy and very helpful if you visit him during office hours but his lectures can be somewhat confusing and his exam questions are not always the most relevant. He does however use a very large curve so it is not difficult to get a good grade in his class.

Dew is interested in what he teaches, and it does rub off on his students. However, no amount of studying can prepare you for his exams(contain trivial questions). How I can read every chapter from the book, study the notes, and still score in the mid 60s on his exams boggles my mind. He curves the grades heavily, but leaves you feeling uneducated.

I took Biodiversity with Dr.Dew in the fall. Bottom line, you have to read the chapters to get the full understanding because his powerpoint notes are very board. Study and take notes on any pictures given. The test are fairly hard but slightly easier but if you read and study the notes. Must put in work, not an easy class.

Tough tests but he makes up for it by being so passionate about the class. Make sure you write what he says. A good bit of the test are random facts he says that aren't on the powerpoints.

Extremely hard test but he curves a lot! amazing teacher!! makes class so fun and interesting! you will never be bored in his class!

Keeps the class interesting, knows what's he's talking about, he has a answer to every question asked, you have to show up to class and take notes on some random things he talks about so if you pay attention you get a freebie on the test. Curves really big and gives you ways to get extra credit, I liked it

His tests are pretty hard, and whatever seems like "additional info" that he gives on the power point is probably on the test, so write it down. But his enthusiasm for the class made me enjoy it and he could be pretty funny at times. I do recommend him because he is pretty fun, (he even brought his parrot to class), but you do need to study hard.

Amazing teacher! He is passionate and loves what he teaches. EXTREMELY lenient, he curves the grade immensely AND drops the lowest of five grades. Tests are not cumulative and you DO NOT need the book. If this class were any easier it would be remedial.

I HATE Biology. But I actually really enjoyed this class, he has a way of making the subject interesting. Make sure to go to class, and take notes on everything. He puts his random fun facts on the test. But there is a huge curve.

Dr. Dew's class was challenging, especially for an entry level lecture. His lesctures were always interesting, though, and he as a person is very endearing and kind hearted. I enjoyed the class, but not the difficulty of the tests. Luckily, he gives substantial extra credit, allowing me to make an A.

I know a lot of people don't like Dew, but honestly he helped me figure out exactly what I wanted to do with my life. There were times when his lecture got boring, and it was not my favorite thing in the world to have to buy an iClicker, but he is really passionate about Biology and he has been everywhere and studied everything. Perfect proffessor.

No assignments or hw, just tests and iClicker quizzes. Great teacher, truly learned a lot of interesting things BUT TESTS ARE IMPOSSIBLE which ur grades depend on fully. Show him your trying, he will pull you through. Curves are s great, but again tests are impossible. Don't buy the textbook it is not necessary. Very interesting and funny lectures

Dr Dew is silly, but in the best way. He's a little thick on the poo, reproduction and "I ate it and it was delicious!" jokes, but what else is biology really? I'm surprised he hasn't moved on to a better funded school.

Dr. Dew's tests are very hard. Made up mostly of things you wouldn't expect to be tested on. If you don't go to class, you most likely will not pass. But if you go see him he will definitely be of great help to you! That's what saved me, otherwise I probably would have failed. If he sees you trying, by going to him, he'll help you.

He's very interesting, slides are easy to read and understand. Overall likeable teacher and you don't have to worry to much about his tests.

HE loves what he does. But His exams are impossible the make a true A on. He has to curve using a bell curve. So far you can have an 83 in the class and have an A. Great lectures but if you don't come to class and pay attention to the small details your grade will suffer.

Dr. Dew is a great instructor. His passion is translated in his lectures making the class interesting he also mixed in some activities. He's very understanding and there's no homework. Dr. Dew's only drawbacks are that his tests are pretty hard. Its easy to make your grade with the extra-credit and service learning hours. The final is optional!

I love dr dew , awesome professor! , if i could take his class again i would! the class is not hard but be ready for the tests because it can be tricky sometimes. If you want to pass his class you MUST go to class and PAY attention of what he says. His tests are based on examples he mentions in class, write notes of what he says.

Tests are really tough, but he loves what he is talking about and you can tell he is passionate about biology. I loved hearing his examples about his experiences as a graduate student. Pay attention to his examples and things that aren't on the PowerPoints. He will test on that!

This guy is the best. I often think about retaking the class just to enjoy what this man has to say. He is very knowledgable and i will say that he is the best professor and class I've ever had in college. Biodiversity with Dew is truly a learning experience of YOU want it to be. If you find this topic interesting, Dew will lay it down for you.

I totally recommend Dr. Dew! I usually do not enjoy science classes, but I loved his bio class. He is beyond passionate about what he teaches and his lectures are never boring. You will need to come to class if you want a good grade! His tests are difficult, but just study ahead of time and you should make an A/B.

Not Clear on bonus points, when he says he'll give (1) extra bonus point, he does not mean on your final grade, which i implied. It will be on your test which is worthless when everything is averaged. Had a 79 B (ten point curve) and he would not bump it up. I thought it would be okay b/c i had an extra bonus point!! I played myself. Good teacher

His lectures are great and always entertaining. Everything he says in class is covered on the tests (show up, take notes, pass), his powerpoints are all on moodle so it doesn't really matter if he goes a little fast. his class is just lectures, 4 exams and an optional final.

Mention's things once in class, and then it's on the test. And you won't find it in your book. He has good lectures, and an interesting dynamic for the class.

There is only one word to describe this class, Amazing. His lectures are very entertaining and everything on the tests are on the powerpoints he posts on moodle which makes the tests easy. He's a great professor and very understanding. Just show up to class, study the powerpoint slides well and you'll get an A.

Inspired my interest in environmental sciences and wouldn't be where I am in my education without him.

Dr. Dew loves his job and makes learning easy! Show up to class with your IClicker and study for the test. He puts things he says in the lectures on the test. Take him! He's great.

His tests are weird because he doesn't focus on the main idea. He puts random/irrelevant questions on it. However, his lectures are amazing and he has made me love Biology even more than I already do. I would take him again any day.

Most enthusiastic professor ever! Great travel stories, never dull. He makes you want to save the planet. Just study the lectures well. If you do better than average youll make an A or a B. Hes very helpful in his office hours and he even gives extra credit if you do volunteer work. Great guy.

Very knowledgeable and shares his personal experiences which help to make the class more interesting; esp for those who are not biology majors.