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Exams are not multiple choice. They are essay exams. They will require about 10-20 hours of study each. It is a very difficult class, but "you'll be fine." Pay attention. Don't skip class, and stick through the hard information. It will make sense once everything comes together. I learned a lot. Best professor I've ever had.
his class is hard! but it is so worth it! "you'll be fine" is his motto and you will, if you put in the effort, he will notice. I took him for Micro for Majors, I learned so much. his tests are not multiple choice and while that may sound scary at first it is the best. they are open respond so you get lots of partial credit. studying is a must!
Dr. Said was one of the most inspirational and helpful professors I've ever had. He is always willing to help you and is good at responding to questions. He goes out of his way to help you and make sure you understand.
Dr. Said is the best professor! I took him for A&P 1 and 2 and really enjoyed both classes (I made A's in both). He gives essay exams and they're based off of information from his lectures, so DO NOT skip! Do the reviews for the tests and study those. Lots of information, but it's all totally worth it. You will not regret taking his class!
He is a great professor!! If you have a chance to take him you will not regret it! He is equally caring as he is intelligent. The only thing that surpasses his ability to reach students is his love for Star Trek. He is a professor who will push you until you bend, not break!He will teach you stuff that will pay off in your 3000 and 4000 courses.
Dr. Said is an amazing professor. I took A&P 1 with him after having a bad experience with another A&P professor. He makes sure that everyone understands the information before moving on to a new subject and gives very detailed reviews that contain the exact information that is on the test. The only grades he takes are lecture and lab tests.
Awesome professor. I actually learned in this class. Exams are NOT multiple choice so be prepared to STUDY. If you show up, take notes, and study "you'll be fine". I work full time and took this class and made an A. One of the best professors I've had. You won't regret taking his class if you are serious about learning. Wish he taught AP II.
His tests are in essay format which means you have the ability to earn partial credit. He's very understanding and will help you out as long as he sees that you're trying. Great professor, take him!
Dr. Said is one of the best professors Ive taken so far! I would recommend anyone to take him. Hes a cool teacher. When given test the reviews are just like the test there is no way to fail unless you dont study. His motto youll be fine and you really will!
This teacher is amazing at helping. I failed this class but because of this teacher, I will be continuing. He is able to help you and show you what you need when you are falling behind. He is a one of a kind teacher.
Said is a funny guy, caring, respectful - BUT in all honesty, if you haven't seen bio mat in a good min, this class will hit you like " a punch in the face." You have about 5 ESSAY test that cover the most detail oriented info. Study 5 hours a week, No joke. PROS: prepares you to go to the "Science Academy" CONS: you doubt yourself on the daily
Absolutely the best professor Ive had, his tests are essay/short answers questions, very easy grader and gives partial credit. His lectures are amazing and loves to interact with the class. He has pop quizzes occasionally that are hardly worth anything and also a take home exam that he will help you with. If you study enough it is easy, very fair
Very nice, but I just couldnt adapt to his teaching methods. The PowerPoints are over 50 slides and hes more of an oral instructor. There are no reviews and all tests are fill in the blank. Im the type of student who needs a test review and multiple choice questions for lecture. If you can handle learning by just hearing him talk, go for it.
I would rate him a 5 star. When I came to this class I came in with a mindset that had to be broken. It only seems intense because he wants you to really learn the material. To really remember this material even when you are done with his class. He is willing to help you, be prepared to take notes and record his lectures it really helps.O/A Awesome
Pay attention in class. Especially on review days and do the review! Very helpful made my first summer class an easy transition back into school.
Prof. Said wants to see you pass. He gives you every opportunity to make good grades.
An enjoyable class, was able to actually learn and be prepared for future classes and career. The tests are hard, but pay attention to the reviews given and it will be okay. Be in class or a lot will be missed. Overall good class and professor. Would take again.
He is a lecture teacher, so you need to be there. Yes, his test are essay/short answer no multiple choice so you MUST learn the info(not near as bad as it sounds). He is the best bio teacher I've ever had, I've actually learned from him. He give the BEST reviews!(whoever said he didn't do reviews must skip class) Study!!! and you will pass!
Awesome professor! This is my second semester with him. I took A&P 1 with him last semester, second semester Micro. He is very thorough and knows what he's talking about. Super cool person who always has time for you. He ALWAYS gives reviews. There are no multiple choice tests, only open-ended questions, this makes you learn the material. Take him!
Professor Said is inspirational, hilarious, and caring; his lecture is hard, his test is straight forward, and he gives extra credit. He makes you work for your grade. However, he explains every step, AND the lecture slide won't help you until the last part of microbi-E "study all the time, if your doing anything else feel guilty" - Professor Said
Professor Said was awesome! His exams are very different, prefers you write out paragraphs explaining the question a pose to answering multiple choice to make sure you actually understand the concept and not just selecting answers like a robot. I 100% would take him again even though my brain is currently jelly!
Make sure you know the material because lecture exams are open ended and specific. Lab was fun and the lab exams were easy.
Professor Said was a very intelligent teacher with much knowledge of what he was teaching. You need to study every single day he says in order to make a good grade. His tests are kind of hard but as long as you know most information from the lectures then you will be fine. The lab practicals are hard if you do not attend labs. Overall a good class.
he pretty lit ngl
The best professor Ive had in my first years of college. He is very detailed, motivated, and yet still fun. His tests are hard but he gives you the information to do well.
Paying attention and asking questions is vital to passing this class. He is a very good professor who does everything in his power to help students pass his class. He is funny and down to earth. Highly recommend him if you are willing to put in the work in and outside the classroom.
I would take this professor again, but be ready for a challenge. I would study hard and pay attention in class. He does help you out with your grade when you are working hard. He also is a very hands-on teacher and wants you to pass.
He was a really good professor, but hes very heavy on lectures and notes. Be prepared to write so much your hand will cramp, and study a lot for the tests if you want to pass. But if youre willing to do that, his lectures are very interesting and he will make sure you understand everything.
Overall it is a good class and is worth taking
He is a good professor who gives lots of content to read before exams. It is suggested that whatever he says or writes in the board you must write down. If you hope of passing please study.
Great professor but a hard course, very helpful when I needed help. Gave me extra credit for drawings I would put in my exams :)
A very good professor and want you to succeed but makes you work for it.
Loved it. Im definitely not pursuing anything in the medical field, but he cares for each student and wants you to truly understand the material
Hes a great and intelligent Professor and has a great sense of humor. He will make you feel comfortable in this class no matter what. He will definitely make you work for your grade, so really study for exams because they are open ended. Even though the class is tough its a great atmosphere to learn in because he is hilarious. Have fun!
Professor Said expected much from the students but he guided us all the way through and gave us enough information for the exams. This was probably the only course in which I actually learned and retained information the most.
Professor Said was truly an amazing teacher. He is your go-to teacher to take if pre med bound. Wished he could teach every subject Ill ever have to take (:
If you don't study you won't pass
Knows what he's talking about. If you don't come to class, you'll be lost. Writes almost everything on the board, but gives test reviews to prepare you for exams. Very nice and has some jokes.
If you are not good at studying or testing this is not the class for you!! Professor Said is a wonderful teacher and genuinely cares about his students but he will definitely not go easy on anyone.
Lectures are difficult, note heavy, and mostly discussion. He listens to his students and will help explain a confusing topic if need be. Other than studying, which is highly recommended, he doesn't give homework. Overall, I was pleased to have him and would definitely take his class again.
Really good with lectures, and has a good way of teaching this course.
Professor Said is one of the best professors I have had. Will fill the entire board with notes during lecture. He's quick to respond and is always willing to help until you understand the material. Tests heavy, no multiple choice. STUDY! Would definitely take him again, and recommend anyone to take him!
Professor Said is amazing! His lectures are very in depth and he will make sure you understand all the concepts by explaining it in multiple perspectives. I would recommend to anyone and I would 100% take him again. The tests are free response but as long as you take good notes, study, and show up to class youll be fine!
I have take Dr. Said in the past and he is an AMAZING professor! He is funny and very flexible. He gives you all the resources you need to do well in his class and on the tests, but you do have to utilize the resources. I HIGHLY recommend him if you need Bio classes and I wouldnt take any other professor. I would definitely take again!
Awesome professor Ive ever had! He made the class a lot easier then I was expecting.
AMAZING professor! Take his class and you will never regret A&P is hard, but he wants you to success and he will reply your email quickly, explain everything until you get it.
This professor was probably one of the most sincere professors Ive ever had hes always making sure you are doing your best and putting in the most amount of work you can do. He checks up on all of his students and is there if you are confused about anything and his online videos are easy to explain.
I took Dr. Said for a online summer course and I would definitely recommend to anyone doing online bio, he was understanding if you couldnt make a deadline, wasnt a hard grader, and explains the material very well!
Dr Said is a great professor! I Took him for A&P 1 , A&P2 & Microbiology he helps you understand the material and is very flexible with time. He is very smart & interesting person so the lectures wont get boring. If I could take him again I would!
Amazing!! Accessible when needed. Clear lectures and really makes the topics interesting and informative. Essay style testing.. which is now preferred because you actually learn and retain the material. Genuinely cares for his students and their success! Best professor ever!
I took professor Said for a summer mini and with the whole pandemic and having online classes he provided lecture videos that were very well explained. I did not imagine myself learning so much and his lecture videos were very interesting. I absolutely loved his class.
One of the best professors you could take in a very hard course. Even while being stuck in an online semester because of covid-19, Professor Said was more than open and accessible to us. There was no book and no homework but you should be spending all of the time outside class studying! He is fair and does his best to help you. I HIGHLY recommend.
This is the second class I've taken with Professor Said and he is amazing! I highly recommend taking him for any subject. Took him for online Micro and I thought it would be difficult considering I'm more of a hands on learner, but he made it very easy to learn while being outside of class. Great professor!
I was very nervous to take an online class because I thought it would be hard but he reassured us that everything would be fine and he would be there for us if we had any questions and until the end he kept his word would highly recommend taking him.
Dr. Said is an amazing teacher, I really recommend him, he is very nice, funny, and caring professor. I have never taken online classes before but to be my first time I'm passing with an A. Lecture exams are easy, 20 questions, no multiple choice questions, just answering in your own words what you learned, lab exams peace of cake, just study.
His lectures are very well taught and will help you with any misunderstandings.
His videos are very helpful and creates an environment where you can ask for help when needed and really motivates you. His feedback uplifts you to feel better about the class.
He is a great posser and will always answer your questions and gives you very useful feedback and gives you details
Great professor! I liked his lectures and he challenged the class with his exams which was a good thing because I learned more.
Dr. Said was an amazing professor, I was a bit apprehensive about his class, because it was moved online, but it went very smoothly. His lectures explain everything you will need to know, and they cover everything on his exams. Hes great at responding to your questions and very funny!
One of the best professors ive had so far! His lectures covered everything on the exams, and he was very fast at answering questions!
Dr. Said is an inspirational professor who only wants the best for his students. He gives clear instructions, informational lectures, and clear feedback. If you take this class, be prepared to actually learn and work. Great class overall.
Dr. Said is a great professor! Due to the pandemic sanjac was not open for face to face learning. Instead, we had virtual classes. He made the class enjoyable by providing pre- recorded lectures, as well as meeting with his class two times a week for any questions or confusion with his videos. I learned new things and was very excited
He is very understanding when it comes to deadlines just in case something pops up. I really enjoyed his class and lectures because I learned so much! He goes through all the material very well in the videos and during the lectures in order for us to understand. He is an amazing professor, definitely take him!
Dr. Said did an amazing job with microbiology class, despite being an online class due to covid. He always went above and beyond to help and clarify any questions you may have. Accessible at any time. Lecture was in depth , but understandable. would definitely recommend !
AMAZING prof! I wish all prof. were like him. During this COVID class was 100% online so, Dr. S was extremely understanding as far as turning in assignments he made sure he gave us enough time to complete our exams. Doesnt set us up for failure & makes sure we understand everything. CHEM is difficult but he definitely made it fun & interesting!
Dr. Said really changed my perspective in online classes. I was afraid to make a commitment and sign up for failure. BUT his online class was the BEST!! HE HAS PRE RECORDED LECTURES & he is very understanding, funny, gives great feedback, stays connected with you. I really enjoyed taking his online class. HE REALLY CARES ABOUT HIS STUDENTS!TAKE HIM
I recommend taking this professor because he teaches the subject very well and his lectures are amazing. He makes class fun and you will learn a lot.
Great class! Recorded lectures due to pandemic but very easy to follow, pause, take notes and understand. Virtual class meetings to recap and answer questions. Fun and has a sense of humor! Very understanding that we are all adjusting to difficult times and is willing to work with and make this class as smooth as possible. Learned a lot.
Dr. Said is one of those few good professors that is passionate about teaching. He will provide all the information you need to pass every exam. He is more modern and utilizes technology to form a better community in his classroom. Even if you are not able to attend his live virtual lectures, his prerecorded lectures are very detailed/explained.
Dr. Said made Microbiology enjoyable! Due to Covid-19 we had many lecture videos to look at ,since this was an online class and two days a week we had Q & A's to talk about any questions or topics we needed help on. Dr. said was always available outside of class and he grades very fair! I will definitely take one of his Biology classes again!!
Took the hybrid class and it is mostly lab packets and tests for every unit. He has good lecture videos and gives you a good amount of time to finish tests and packets. He sometimes would put things on the tests that we did not learn well or was for the next unit.
I was nervous about taking BIOL online but professor Said made this class very easy! As long as you take notes and study you will pass this class! I 100% recommend him!!! Not to mention he has a great sense of humor
Great professor! Is always open to answering any questions or go over anything that confuses you. I took it online and the live lectures were not mandatory, but they contained a lot of necessary information for the exams. Overall, great class!
It is really easy to get along with the professor and the homework is given weeks before it's due.
I was nervous about taking Micro since everything was online, but let me just say Prof. Said is one of the best professors I've taken. He really cares for his students. He lecture and lab exams are in essay format and gives more than enough time to complete. He gives great feedback and makes learning micro so much fun. Definitely recommend him!
Professor Said is probably the best professor I have taken so far. I took him for AP1 and Micro and had a great experience. He is very knowledgable in what he teaches. Also approachable and willing to help! He cracks jokes too. He is an overall amazing professor! He really does his best to make you understand and learn, rather than just memorize.
Dr. Said is an amazing professor with a funny personality which makes the lectures and videos more fun to participate in !
Attendance is not mandatory, but I do recommend to attend the online sessions. He is a very understanding professor and is always willing to help! Definitely recommend!
He is a good professor to take for Biology. In his lectures, he covers almost everything that you need for the lecture exams, so take notes! Notes are important for the lecture exams as well for lab packets and lab exams.
If you have the chance to take Dr. Said, DO IT. He is the best science professor. He will go out of his way to help you and make sure you are understanding the material. The tests are free write which is scary at first but its actually so helpful to retain more information. He is truly the best!
I have taken Dr. Said for Anatomy I and Microbiology and he is the best professor I have taken at San Jac. The tests are not multiple choice, you must write out your answers. It makes you learn the material and he explains everything very well so don't be intimidated by that. If you show up to class and study you will pass with an A.
Took him for Bio 1306 we had 4 Lecture exams & 4 Lab exams, one project, the Final Exam, and one opportunity for extra credit. His exams are not multiple choice but he grades fairly, sometimes he asks for a one sentence answer or sometimes more but he isn't too harsh at grading. He cares for his students, he wants you to succeed. 100% recommend.
IF YOU GET THE CHANCE TAKE HIM, HE'S AMAZING
Dr. Said is easily my favorite professor Ive had. Take him if you are able to motivate yourself to put in the work/study on your own time. He has prerecorded lectures and does optional live sessions. Super easy to get in touch with, and big on understanding concepts. He is a very understanding, accessible, and fun prof. Dr. Said is the best!!
THE BEST. Take him. No assignments. 3 lecture exams & final exam, all essay questions, no multiple choice. 3 lab exams. He makes this class easy to understand the complex material. You have so much time to study since he does not give pointless assignments. You leave this class truly understanding the material. GREAT PROFESSOR!!!
I took Dr. Said for AP 1, and micro. He 100% wants his students to succeed. Very thorough with his lectures and doesnt assign busy work so that you can study. Hes pretty hilarious and cares about his students. Wont make you read from a textbook which is awesome. Hes the greatest. Take him if you need biology, AP 1 or 2, or micro.
Dr. Said is one of the best teachers I've ever had! He genuinely cares about you learning the material and not just passing. He REALLY encourages you to ask questions and not stay quiet. The material is hard but he will help you through it. He makes up sample questions on Kahoot if you ask. He gives sample questions to test. Loved him!
Dr. Said was the first professor I've ad in 10 years and I'm honestly scared to take anyone else for a science class. His lecture and lab videos were very thorough, as were his reviews. He held live sessions so that you had ample opportunity to have discussions and was always available via the group app with questions as well.
The BEST Biology professor I've ever had! Dr. Said is very understanding, kind, fun, and knows how to effectively communicate with his students. He creates a GroupMe and responds very fast if any students have questions. His lectures are very straightforward and informative. All I gotta say is if you want to get a high grade in A&P, take Dr. Said!
Ive taken Dr. Said for most of my sciences at SanJac. He is easy to get in touch with if you need clarification on anything. Aside from studying, you will have almost no homework. He expects you to learn concepts and be able to explain them back on exams. Super funny, friendly professor that will encourage you to do better. Absolutely the best.
Just finished bio1306 with him and it is very difficult. You MUST study to pass. Lectures are intense. Lecture exams are open ended and the reviews he made are halfway relevant to what he will test you on. He is easy to get in touch with, but will give confusing answers to your questions. However, labs are fun & relaxed and he is pretty funny.
Dr. Said is by far one of the best professors. In lectures, he teaches you everything you need to know for the test and writes down the notes on the board. It is your job to study the notes and prepare for the test (the only assignment you have for this class is to study). I like Dr. Said's class so much that I plan on taking 3 more of his classes!
Dr Said's awesome. He's easy to contact outside of class. There's no homework-just exams. There are several opportunities for extra credit on exams in lab and lecture. It's a lot of material so it's not an "easy" class but Dr Said makes it as pain free as possible. If I needed more science credits I'd sign up for one of his classes in a heartbeat.
He gives out lot of notes to take home, just study the notes that he gives out. He is very easy to reach out if you have any questions. He is very knowledgeable and his class is very interesting.
Really good professor. Makes sure that you understand the information and isn't afraid to help you 1 on 1. I highly recommend this professor and would take him again no hesitation.
There is a ton of information in his anatomy classes but even with ADHD, Dr. Said has made it easy for me to pass with an A. He is a really outgoing and goofy professor. He was so great I ended up retaking his class. I 100% recommend taking him. Just note his exams are not multiple choice and studying is a MUST.
Dr. Said is a very well rounded professor. His lectures are very straight forward, and very easy to understand. He is well with communication, and will help you with any issue you might have. I'm excited to say I will be taking him again for microbiology this year. I suggest if you get the chance to take him, do it!!
Dr. Said is the best professor! I lost hope to apply for nursing program as I had a really bad Professor for anatomy the year before. But, I found Dr. Said. He creates a groupme for class so we can all stay in touch & everyone communicates. His lectures & labs are recorded as he speaks & explain. take notes as you watch, you will pass! Overall10/10
Dr.Said is good at explaining the material because of all the experience he has. He explains things clearly and gives extra credit at times. You do have to study a lot for the class but that is because biology is all about memorizing. Just study at every opportunity and memorize everything he says. He will never assign homework.
Professor Said was a great professor, but very hard. If you put the work into his class, it will be the most you've learned in a course before.
He was mediocre at best. Every day I had this class, I wanted to vomit. 2/10
Dr. Said is an amazing professor who was always willing to answer question you had on the group me. As long as you study the reviews and study your notes before the test you should have a good grade. Be prepared to write a lot in his class though everything that he talks about in lectures he writes and expects you to write also.
I found the class to be challenging due to the discrepancies between the material covered in lectures and what was tested on the exams. While the professor was knowledgeable about the subject matter, I found the delivery of the lectures to be lackluster, unengaging, and frankly, boring.
Dr Said is the best. He is accessible outside of class and makes a groupchat so you can talk to other students. Tests can be a difficult as they are not multiple choice. No homework, just study. You will not pass if you do not study. He answers all questions and doesn't make you feel dumb. Highly recommend. The class is hard but manageable.
Dr. Said is a very sweet man, that is very kind. I was happy I took him.
This is one of the best professors I have ever met. Thank you so much Professor Said, I wish I could have you for all my nursing classes lol. He is great, just be prepared to take lots of notes. Talk to him if you feel overwhelmed or if you do not understand something
His class is difficult in nature, but he does everything he can to help and understand how much his students know. He primarily does free response in which he likes to have his students write down everything they know to have a better idea of what they know. Again, his class is difficult so i you take him, ask him as many questions as you need.
I highly recommend taking Professor Said's class if you are looking for a challenge. While it does require more effort than just the bare minimum, Professor Said's teaching style and great notes make it easier to retain the information. He emphasizes the importance of studying, as all of his exams are open-ended questions. This class is beneficial.
Dr. Said cares about all his students and is truly available to help them succeed. He answers questions in a non demeaning way. Explains topics in an organized manner and gives really great notes. Be ready to take notes! Exams are short answer and you definitely need to study but I wish I could take him for all my science courses!
This isn't the class to take if you plan to put minimum effort. His testing strategies are set up in a way that you really need to know the information or you probably wont do too well. He is an amazing professor who is really knowledgeable on this subject. You have to give this class your 100%. If you study and put in the time, youll be okay.
Dr.Said is the best professor I had at San Jac. He's very caring about his students and pushes them for the best. All he asks for the class is to study no homework or quizzes. Lots of notes for lectures, but it's very good information to study and also very interesting. Overall a very genuine professor and wants to see you succeed. :)
This professor is amazing, he caress about passing his students, and will often offer extra credit. For his lectures you do write a lot of notes, but they will help you pass his exams. The exams are written answer, but it is easy if YOU DO study. Overall I recommend this class if YOU are willing to put in the effort.
Dr. Said is an AMAZING professor. He only has exam grades so you need study. He really cares about his students and he understands that you might have things going on. The labs are SO MUCH FUN. You can talk to him one on one and he will make sure you understand the material. I wouldn't take any other professor for this class.
Was recommended him by my sister, an awesome professor! He has your back, only if you are willing to learn and put in the work! If I have to take A&P2 or micro I will definitely be taking his course. 15/10
Prof said is a great professor, he is very understanding and caring for all of his students. You get what you put into the class, but he makes the content easy to understand and he is willing to explain if you don't understand anything. Also cute lizard he has (:
Take him for AP1. I would take him for microbio too but its only in person and I lived too far away. If youre someone who likes structure you'll have to make your own for this class. Other than that its great, his lectures are clear and informative & he's helpful in the gc. Take him.
He wants you to pass but he also wants you to learn. If you just need him for a credit maybe not, but if you're someone who needs to remember this content (such as a nursing major) he is great. No homework, only exams on what he says in class. very straightforward on what to study so if you put in the work you'll be fine.
He would just write notes in the whiteboard and the 2 hours he will have us write notes non stop. He is a very nice professor but his way of teaching is not good. I am a visual person and hands on I like to see pictures and videos he would literally draw the pictures and will not be clear.
Lecture to boring
If you didn't like him, you must not have been trying in the class. He's the most helpful and informative professor/teacher I have EVER had. Any question you have he will answer. He knows absolutely everything about all his courses. Along with that, he is very very nice. Do what you're supposed to and you'll be just fine. He's amazing.
Dr. Said is one of the most caring professors I've ever had. He genuinely cares about your education and pushes you to prepare for your future career. He doesn't give you more than you can handle but still has some difficult tests. He is easily accessible outside of class and does everything he can to ensure you pass.
Dr.Said is an amazing professor. If you have a question he will explain it and help you out. He is also very accessible outside of class. He genuinely is a caring professor and will be there for you. With the lectures be prepared to write a lot of notes but it's nothing you can't do. The exams are difficult though.
Dr. Said is one of the best professors there is! He cares about all of his students success and pushes them to their limits to help you in your future career. He is easily accessible outside of class and has no problem answering any questions. He has been an absolute delight of a professor. If I could take all my classes with him, I would.
Dr. Said is a great professor!!!!!!!!!! He challenges his students to learn and is very supportive of students asking questions when needing help. He genuinely wants all of his students to pass. His style of teaching definitely helped me to really learn the material and better understand API. He's very interesting and has a great sense of humor.
Dr. Said is a very smart and overall great professor! He made learning and understanding the Micro information engaging and fun. He's so cheerful, encouraging, and positive. He absolutely wants all of his students to pass. He gives extra credit opportunities, is available and very responsive to questions outside of class, and LOVES reptiles.
Dr. Said is amazing! His lecture notes are quite a lot BUT super helpful. Tests are open ended, difficult, but he gives you what you need. He is very accessible for any questions. He is very knowledgeable, helpful and makes class fun. I would 100% take him again. P.S He has cute reptiles!
Dr. Said is an amazing professor! I really enjoyed his class! His lectures consist of him writing on the board and no powerpoints. His tests are open ended and he gives partial credit when grading. There are oppurtunities for extra credit. He responds to questions outside of normal hours in a timely manner and is very helpful.
Dr. Said is a great professor who makes the material clear and engaging. His class requires consistent effort, but the lectures and study tools like unstuck ai make it very manageable. Definitely take him if you want to learn a lot.
He is a good teacher but personally, he is soooo unorganized, he just writes and writes and expects you to learn everything at once. The whole class grade is based on 4 or 5 exams. no homework or extra credit. And the test review is nothing about the exam, so basically if you study the review you will not pass anyway.
Hands down the best professor I have ever had. I've taken about 6 biology courses throughout college with many different professors. His understanding of anatomy and physiology and the way he explains it to the class is superior. Lots of studying required, as with any biology course. I wish he taught more courses! Also took him for nutrition 10/10!
He could have failed students in my class for cheating, but offered them a 2nd opportunity to do better for themselves. That speaks for itself. no HW or assignments, only exams. He cares and wants to create successful doctors and nurses. I had an injury, and he extended a due date for me. Way more empathetic than what a nursing professor would be.
this has been my favorite class i have taken. my lecture was online and my lab was in person. we have so much fun in lab and do a lot of cool things. he always helps you when you need it and doesn't make you feel dumb when you ask questions unlike some other teachers. he really gets to know you and makes you feel comfortable in the class.
The class is tough but as long as you study and do the review (he gives you the answers), you'll be fine. I took him for AP1 & retaking him for Micro in his hybrid course and i have a B+ so far. I like his teaching style. I would take him again.
prof said is funny & engaging, clearly wanting his students to succeed in the class & in their future careers. answers any questions & grade is based mostly on the exams, especially lecture, whereas lab is more casual and less content heavy. he gives example questions and reviews that are almost identical to the exam so just study & you'll do well
Dr. Said is the best professor I ever had! (took him for A&P1 and Microbiology) He is very engaging, funny, and caring!! He will write extra notes, answer questions outside of class, and explain topics if you ask. His lectures consist of him writing down everything you need to take notes on and his test are basically the notes but in question from.
definitely recommend Dr. Said!!! he's engaging with his students, caring, and he's very lenient with coursework (which there's hardly any besides a few quizzes and exams). there is a lot of note taking but he helps you understand the topics well and prepares you for the exams with reviews that match the exams. i would for sure take him again!
If I had to retake this class it would be with him! You can get a straight A without a problem as long as you study everyday, he gives extra credit from time to time. His lectures are straight to the point. One thing though his exams are writing response but that studying would come in hand! I wish more professors were like him!
I couldn't give Dr. Said enough praise. His class is hard, but he makes sure you are learning the content. He has no other assignments, he only lectures so that you can study for his class. I took him for AP and Micro and did very well in both classes. He writes his own notes so you know exactly what to study and is very knowledgeable.
Dr. Said is an amazing professor! He intentionally creates a teaching environment that both challenges you in in a positive way for future endeavors and your career, while also being extremely understanding and supportive. His lectures are great and easy to comprehend as long as you put effort in on your part. I really enjoyed his class!
Dr. Said has been my favorite teacher to date. He does challenge with his quizzes (written answers, no multiple choice), BUT he wants to make sure each of his students really understands the concepts. He is super funny and makes learning fun. Although this class was a challenge, I would take this class with Dr. Said over and over again!
I loved taking Dr. Said class i even took his microbiology class and i would take them again if i had too. He writes out everything in great detail, and even give use practice questions and review questions for us to use to test are selfs. It is a hard class but as long as you study u can pass with an A.
Awful professor. Does not teach. The lectures are so very boring. Not at all engaging. He "explains" the lesson as he is writing on the board but he literally just writes the whole time you are sitting there. The tests are written and not multiple choice. Does not offer extra credit. Does not assign homework.
dr said helped us so much in class and gave extra credit. he was communicative on groupme and was there if needed help during lab or exams. micro itself is hard so study!!! but he was really funny and made it easier - i did lecture online and lab in person for his summer course.
Professor Said is very kind and patient. He welcomes questions and takes the time to explain everything in great detail. From the first day, he made it clear how to succeed in his class. I followed his guidance and earned an A. I was sad that he won't be teaching BIOL 2302 in the fall—otherwise, I would definitely take his class again.
If you want a professor, who genuinely cares about his students, then take Dr.Said! Throughout this whole semester, he went out of his way to make sure that all of us understood the material he was teaching! I was nervous, knowing that his test questions required open ended responses, but so long as you study from his lecture notes, you'll be fine!
So, I took this class at UHCL with two profs (lect/lab) who often taught incorrect material and would get annoyed w/ qs , but NOT when I took AP with Dr. Said! He is extremely patient, helpful, kind, and passionate for the subject. The class itself is difficult but he is very accessible outside of class for help. He teaches micro also. Take him!
I took him for AP1 and Micro. HE IS AMAZING!!! He challenges you, but you will learn and master the concepts. He's explained things to me multiple times just so I would understand the concept. He wants you to learn, but you must also put in the work. I've since transferred to university and I often recall information I learned in his class.
Dr. Said was an AMAZING professor. He made it clear from day one that you HAVE to study, and I did. I earned what I put into the class. He is extremely caring, very funny, and makes learning FUN. I was a drop out of college a year before attending, and he re-ignited my love for learning again. You get exactly what you put into the class + Zero HW.
English is my forth language, so if you are native, then this class should be more easier for you, and this is the best professor you could possibly get, as long as you study, if you don't, then he will be your nightmare, there is No Multiple Questions, My advice is try to make friends, in case, if you didn't show up, class notes are very important
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