2.9

Manuel Daniels

Biology - Tallahassee State College

2.9
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Would Retake
89
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2.9
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3.5
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Would Retake

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What Students Say

Very hard detailed course, he's not a bad guy but the course is impossible

BSC - 3.0 rating

As long as you do class requirments and study it works out great

BSC1005 - 4.0 rating
Class Info

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BSC
Oct 17, 2003

Very hard detailed course, he's not a bad guy but the course is impossible!

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BSC1005
Dec 9, 2003

I enjoyed this class. He makes it fun and cracks alot of jokes. As long as you do class requirments and study it works out great!

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BSC1105
Apr 18, 2004

This class is fairly hard, but not impossible. He makes a worksheet that you follow throughout the class. He is sort of hard to follow, and you have 5 test and the last test is right before the final. He drops your lowest test grade.

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BSC1105
Apr 29, 2004

the class is so boring.......can't understand what he says b/c the room echoes or something, and he slaps his ruler all over the place........he's a nice guy who is willing to help, but the class is just unbearably boring..

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BSC1105
Sep 23, 2004

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BIO1005
Nov 9, 2004

The most horrible class ever! he gives you these packets and reads off of them and considers that teaching! I taught myself in the class. he doesnt care about absences which is good, but as for teaching he is not the best he is nice though and understanding. just be prepared to memorize

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BIOLOGY
Nov 23, 2004

I can see how you would find this class boring. The trick is to PARTICIPATE. He likes for the student to read the chapters BEFORE class and be able to answer him. His outline makes the class relatively easy to follow, and I think it's a great idea. I did the above and received an A.

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BSC1005
Dec 2, 2004

The outline he hands out for every chapter is helpful. Be ready to memorize everything in the outline... He does not give the test back unless you go to his office.

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BSC1102
Grade: B
Dec 8, 2004

I think he is a really good teacher. However, you must read through the outline for homework and go over the required reading. Also be sure to do any extra credit when he hands it out.While in class when called on be sure to answer,this will also go down for extra points toward your test grade.

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BIOLOGY
Dec 9, 2004

I studied for all my tests. I was confident on test day that I would get at least a "B", but when I got my test that was not the case. Daniels is an excellent person and very helpful, but there is too much information consume in his class. I'm not the only one; about 70% of my class is boardline C D

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BSC1005
Dec 17, 2004

he is a terrible teacher if you want to learn about biology take someone else. he is extremely hard he talks to you as if you should already know what he's teaching, he is horrible. if you want to learn and pass, don't take him

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BIOLOGY
Dec 21, 2004

I can't believe you people that find this class hard. It's so easy the outline he gives you shows you exactly what and where (page)to study. I basically went through the book in class following Mr. D's outline, then read the chapter later. It's so easy.

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BSC1005
Dec 22, 2004

This is the worst teacher at TCC. I really think he wants his students to fail. I went to him for some help and found out he is VERY unhelpful. You also cant understand him and he always puts you on the spot and makes you feel stupid. Do not take him.

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BSC1005
Mar 28, 2005

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4.0
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BSC1005
Mar 31, 2005

Hes not as bad as most make him out to be. If you ask him questions and go to his office I few times to show him your trying hes accually really nice... This class does require alot of studing though because it is so much material and he talks very fast!

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BSC1005
Apr 25, 2005

This guy is a really nice person. But I hate his teaching style and I hate the way he loves to put students on the spot and make them feel stupid. I think that if he would concentrate on teaching more than on embarrassing his students he would do a better job.

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MAT0024C
May 16, 2005

Ms, Daniels is a very good teacher, yes it's alot of material, but if you study your objectives, you will do fine. IT's those who don't come to class and study are the one's who will not pass. She is very helpful. Yes, i was scared at first, but i am so glad i took her class, because i am very confident i will pass MAT1033. She's a good teacher!

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BSC1105
Jun 28, 2005

This guy is really hard, really long tests, lost of textbook reading, not really clear with material. Make sure you're ready to worl with this guy.

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BSC1005
Aug 13, 2005

This class is passable, but it takes a lot of work. I made an "A," but I was miserable the entire semester because of all the studying I had to do. It wasn't difficult to understand, but you have to do a lot of work and concentrate heavily on keeping up with the material. I do not recommend him for students who have time-consuming jobs.

4.0
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BSC1005
Aug 13, 2005

Make sure you attend class, he takes attendence. Test questions come from outline he gives you and questons at the end of every chapter. However, he does drop your lowest test grade. I took him in the summer and got a B with the help of extra credit.

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BSC1105
Aug 24, 2005

i enjoyed this class

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BIOLOGY
Sep 1, 2005

I had this guy for spring, attended class everyday, but I and about 97% of my class had c's or below. His tests dont have anything to do with what he teaches (by the way--BORING) and the study guides fool you by thinking you know the material,the test questions are worded badly, and he admits he didnt make up the test, my whole class was upset, not

5.0
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BIOLOGY
Sep 8, 2005

People who can't get Bs or better in this class aren't trying. He practically gives you everything you need to know in his outlines. Is the lecture part of class boring? A little, but read the chapters and answer the questions he asks. All I did was follow the outline in class and I was able to answer his questions.

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BSC1005
Nov 17, 2005

I felled the first test so I did extra studying, went to his office everyday, and studied with another student from his class and I got a grade worst than the first. About 90% of his class had a C or below. DO NOT TAKE DANIELS.

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BIOLOGY
Dec 9, 2005

I had this professor over a decade ago. He was helpful, interesting, and the best professor at TCC. He knows his information. However, you will need to study hard and ask questions. Things that students should do anyway. Awesome instructor, please take this person if you can.

5.0
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BIOLOGY
Grade: A-
Dec 14, 2005

I was freaking over his first test but once I knew how he worded them and what he was looking for, I made an A on all the rest. If you can't READ THE CHAPTER and FOLLOW AN OUTLINE, then you must be borderline retarded and have NO BUSINESS IN COLLEGE. I see how the grammar and spelling errors you complainers have. How did you get into college?

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BSC1005
Dec 15, 2005

Mr. Daniels is very organized with his outline.I always cheated on Bio in H.S.well and it's not my major but the outlines helped a lot and were very organized.I only studied the night before the test and I came out with a B.I think Biology is boring Science is Boring subject but if i can get a B, with a little effort, i'd say he's worth trying.

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ANATOMYIILAB
Jan 10, 2006

OMG! Where do I start? This is the worst teacher by far I have ever taken! I made the first C of my life in his lab! He sits on his butt the entire lab while you blindly attempt to teach yourself. He also likes to keep a cute little jolly grin on his face at all times, while being very rude and sarcatic with his students. It just makes you sick!

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BSC1005
Jan 16, 2006

This man is very funny. He likes to call on students out of the blue if no one is paying him any attention. Overall he is a very coool teacher and I would take him for another Science course if I had to take another one.

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BSC2086L
May 1, 2006

Sorry teacher take someone else.

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BSC2086
May 15, 2006

This is the worst teacher I have had at TCC by far. He didn't know the answers to any of my questions, yet he expected us to know material that he himself didn't know. He is a **** and doesn't treat students from other countries well at all.

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BSC2086L
Aug 8, 2006

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BSC1005
Aug 8, 2006

this teacher is awesome. do youre work. study. you'll get an A.

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BSC8086
Aug 21, 2006

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BSC1005
Oct 6, 2006

He looks organized but isnt, dont bother buying the text he doesnt use it or follow it, he is really confusing and says he will try to help you but he just repeats what he already said. The order of the course makes no sence, he jumps from one thing tot he next when the connect isn't always clear. He teaches as if you already know a lot about bio.

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BSC1005
Dec 18, 2006

When you first get in his class he comes off to be very organized and on point. He's not. He doesnt follow the text book, he put's the information together in a study guide in the order in which he feels it should be. When teaching much of the information being given is very, very confusing. Lets not even discuss the test there just as confusing!!

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BSC1005
Dec 19, 2006

Terrible teacher.the tests are really hard, he expects that you know everything about Biology, and acts like this is the only class you have and that you should devote all your time to study for this class.Seems nice at first, no homework, but tests are hard and you HAVE to study.Doesn't curve grades, gives some extra credit.Take another teacher

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BIOLOGY
Jan 8, 2007

Funny man, but his class sucks. He gives meaningless notes, then goes over the meaning less notes in class. Thinks everystudent should basically read the whole book. Test are amazingly hard and have no relation to the notes what so ever.

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BSC1005
Apr 1, 2007

Worst science teacher ever! The only reason I passed the test is because I just took Biology in high school, right before I graduated. He talks about gibberish and nonsense the WHOLE time! Never ever take this man. I've learned more from my pet rock.

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BIO1102
Apr 2, 2007

OH GOD WHAT A TERRIBLE TEACHER!! IM SO THANKFUL THAT I AM THROUGH WITH THIS STUPID CLASS AND THAT STUPID MAN... i dreaded that boring class, if you dont need biology for your major take another course or another teacher. tests suck and he is no better. if you take this class after u read this then i think u deserve it, consider yourself warned :/

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BSC1005
Apr 25, 2007

his class is broken down to benefit the students. he takes attendance everyday and ordered the notes so that its easier to understand..he gives you a study guide every unit we cover and from that we have the exams. he really cares about his students and does beyond what he's required for the students.

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BSC1005
May 1, 2007

He seems like a nice guy, but he isn't a very good teacher. I never thought that i would have to drop a class, but I had to drop his because it was so hard. More than half of my class dropped as well. He gives out an outline, but it doesn't help at all.

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BSC1005
May 9, 2007

I hated this class. It was boring and his outlines didn't help!

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BSC1005
Aug 8, 2007

Not a good class to take over the summer, unless it is the only one you plan to take. I'm not saying he was a bad teacher, just not the teacher for me. I felt like his outline's weren't helpful and he moved to quick in the class. I studied both the outline and chapter and still had problem's on the tests.

2.0
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BSC1005
Aug 14, 2007

Not very helpful... easy class, because I took it in high school. Overall, not very good

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BIO1002
Sep 20, 2007

Don't take him. His methode is confused and doesn't always match his tests. Tests by book terminology, lectures by his own terminology.

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BSC2086
Oct 23, 2007

Absolutely horrible in lab. doesn't teach.Expects you to get it from manual. And they pay him for this??? Take Teagarden instead - he actually teaches!!!

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BSC1005
Nov 26, 2007

I advise anyone to not take this class, majority of my class dropped this course... Mr. Daniels seems like a nice guy, but he is useless and the only grades your recieve are the test and a couple of extra credit assignments and his favorite words are "if you don't study your preparing your self to fail." This course is also dreading and boring!Dont

3.0
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BSC1005
Jan 26, 2008

Pretty good teacher. Cons: He uses powerpoint only to show pictures, the notes are more verbal and you have to pay attention greatly. Sometimes its difficult to hear everything he says to take the notes.

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BSC1005
Apr 3, 2008

these people are crazy he is an amazing teacher!! if you just take extra notes on your outlines in the book, you will get an A. SO easy if you just read! he explains everything very well and makes everything easy to learn.

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BSC1005
Jul 16, 2008

sooo boring!!

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BSC1005
Aug 25, 2008

HE WILL GO THE EXTRA MILE FOR YOU

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BSCL2086
Sep 26, 2008

old and no interest to teach subject.

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BSC1005
Nov 30, 2008

He presents material in a way that is easy to understand. Makes sure that everyone is caught up and is willing to help outside of class to explain things. Tests are easy as long as you study and use the book. You print an outline out at the beginning of each section, make sure you bring it to class because it makes notes a breeze. Friendly guy.

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BSC1005
Dec 19, 2008

Ok, but I will not recommand his class

4.0
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BSC1005
Dec 19, 2008

Ok, but I will not recommend taking his classes

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BSC1005
Apr 25, 2009

When it comes down to it he is the WORST teacher I have ever had. He stays on a topic that isn't even on a test. The book is a waste and the notes you HAVE to take or you will fail. He doesn't follow the book but expects you to get it. Notes come from powerpoint but he doesn't post them on blackboard. Also if miss four days he WILL drop you.

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BSC1005
Apr 28, 2009

AWFUL AWFUL TEACHER!I would highly NOT recommend him unless you want to teach yourself the semester by book and then have questions on the exams that make no sense and don't relate back to what he talked about.He uses these awful outlines that make no sense at all. He skips chapters and doesn't follow any order! better teachers @ TCC!don't take him

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BSC1005
May 6, 2009

NOT A VERY GOOD TEACHER... HE KNOW HIS STUUF BUT HE HAVENT YET GOTTEN TO DA LEVEL WHERE HE CLD CONVEY HIS KNOWLEDGE TO OTHER PEOPLE. HE TALK SO MUCH LYK BILL COSBY U WILL EVENTUALLY HATE COMING TO CLASS. HIS CLASS IS BASED ON TEST THAT ARE NEVER EASY...EVER! N HE SO "WHOPP" (ADJECTIVE).HARD HARD HARD HARD HARD CLASSSSSS NEED I SAY MORE

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BSC1005
May 9, 2009

He is a very difficult teacher to understand. If you are are lazy or looking for an easy A, please do not take his class. You really have to adapt to his teaching methods and read alot or you will fail. His test are somewhat confusing but if u study in advance, you will pass.

4.0
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BSC1005
May 18, 2009

I took his class as a freshman and it was really fast pace. If you print out his study guides and come to class and pay attetion you will be fine. I made Cs on all of his tests including the final but he gives 10 points extra credit throughtout the enitre year so that pushed me up to a B. He definetly knows his stuff thoug

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BSC1005
Jul 19, 2009

If you miss more than three classes, you must go to his office and explain why you've been out. You can feed him a bogus excuse or whatever, but as long as you talk to him you can miss as many classes as you please and he won't drop you. All in all, a very fun and moderately easy class.

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BSC1005
Aug 5, 2009

All in all I would say that he is a very good teacher. He provides a chapter outline for each exam which makes taking notes and studying a lot easier because it appears on the tests. Honestly, HE KNOWS EXACTLY WHAT HE IS TALKING ABOUT! He makes science interesting, even though that's my worst subject. He isn't mean, but he doesn't tolerate any mess

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BSC1005
Aug 5, 2009

He is a funny guy. He makes the class fun to attend. I definetly recommend taking his class. If you take notes every class and review the topics on the outline in the book you'll do fine. He has five exams, and one final exam. he lets you drop your lowest grade out of the five exams. There is no homework, just studying and E.C. opportunities.

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BSC1005
Oct 9, 2009

He is one of those teachers that give trick questions so you have to read each test question 4 or 5 times before you answer it. Not to mention his test are timed. I have A's in all my classes every sem and i am getting a C in his class. Wow!

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BSC1005
Oct 26, 2009

impossible class. it is ridiculousits an all lecture class impossible no extra points from hw or clsswork strictly all test

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BSC1005
Nov 1, 2009

He is VERY fair and makes the class interesting. Extra credit is generous. He is passionate about biology and tries to make it fun. Just use the outline and take notes, then actually study them, and it is an easy A. The reason he doesn't follow the book by each chapter will start to make sense if you pay attention. You will also appreciate it!

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BSC1005
Nov 11, 2009

Complete moron! The whole class is only lecture and grade is based on only tests. There are no assignments or EC chances. Expects you to know everything before going to class. I suggest buying the book even tho not required, and take lots of notes!! To study, better read the chapter and study all notes or you WILL fail! If you can TAKE SOMEONE ELSE

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BSC2086
Nov 12, 2009

WORST TEACHER EVER!!!! He is so bad. Doesn't teach. Expects you to know everything. He is not understanding and is NOT worth taking. Doesn't care about his students because he is too worried about all the rules.

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BSC1005
Nov 24, 2009

every test we have taken i went to his office and he was able to show me on the outline where the answer was. True there are no assignments but there is optional extra Credit if U do all of them it will raise your final grade a whole letter grade. U have to study isn't that why you're in school? It is not an EASY A but he is more than fair. D'Bora

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BSC1005
Dec 1, 2009

Bottom line: dont take him! he's an idiot and you will know less walking out than you did walking in. Grade is all test, no EC or HW. Doesn't give a crap about his students. You will be teaching yourself 100%.

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BSC1005
Dec 7, 2009

He isn't anything special that for sure. Sits there and reads everything from a powerpoint. I showed up on the test days, and thats it. Studied from the book. The grading is pretty easy, there are five tests and a final all worth 100 points and you get to drop the lowest test grade for a total of 500 points. So you can bomb one test and be fine.

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BSC1000
Dec 7, 2009

WOW ok.... 1st of all, the people that say he's a bad teacher are just dumb people plain and simple. You probably could just read and look at the outline and still get an A in the class. He is ALWAYS willing to help you, breaks the material down so a 3rd grader could understand, and above all he's an awesome guy! My favorite teacher at TCC byfar

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BSC1005
Dec 14, 2009

Really good teacher, plenty of extra credit.I enjoyed going to class and that rare. so far is one of the best teachers ive had at tcc.

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BSC1005
Dec 22, 2009

mr daniels seems hard at first..but contrary to what you read you can easily get a B or an A...he has no homework only 5 tests 1 final that is the same weight of the tests & drops the lowest test score..offers 10 points extra credit that he adds to your grade so if you have a 70 add those 10 points u get a B.the extra credit is simple! he is corny

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BSC1005
Dec 22, 2009

whoever is saying he doesnt offer extra credit is a bold faced lie its even on the syllabus...you prbly never showed up to earn any EC...or even read it...ill admit i struggled but he always said come to office and he showed exactly where the answer was on our outlines he printed out..ive been outta high school 16yrs and got a B!

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BSC1101
Jan 23, 2010

You really need to go to class everyday. Whoever says that he is a bad teacher is probably one of those slackers that never come to class. If you come to class, take notes, and ask questions when you have them you'll do fine. I hate biology, and I got a B. Seriously, I would definitely recommend taking him if your a hard worker.

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BSC1005
May 4, 2010

He is such a great teacher and loves what he does. Simply print out the guidelines and write simple notes in the margin and study it, you have at least a B in the class. He is such a nice guy and makes a lot of jokes. I would recommend him to anyone. Oh, and he drops one test grade if you take all 5.

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BSC1005
Aug 11, 2010

Didn't like this class at all.

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BSC1005
Oct 6, 2010

He is a nice guy, offers extra credit and is willing to help. However he isn't that clear when he speaks because he talks fast and confuses himself at times. For the tests he simply says "read the chapters, look at the outline, look at the tables, do the learning outcomes, and the chapter quizzes"...not very helpful and its a lot to study!!!

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BIOBIO
Oct 20, 2010

PURE HOT GARBAGE

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BSC1005
Dec 10, 2010

Decent class. Make sure you print out all the notes and write in the margins to study. There are 5 tests and he drops the lowest grade if you take all 5. Kinda funny sometimes. Gives some extra credit.

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BSC1005
Jan 6, 2011

I am surprised at the low ratings for this prof. He is really a good teacher, if you pay attention & take good notes. Just study for the exams & it is an easy class! He is very helpful, offers extra credit & his lectures are interesting. He is clear in his speech & is the content is very understandable. It is an easy "A" if you prepare for exams.

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BSC1005
Apr 29, 2011

He is all over the place and it is very difficult to tell where he is at in the lecture so you can't really keep up. Would not recommend to ANYONE. The ONLY good thing about him is that he gives a little extra credit.

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BSC1005
Nov 16, 2011

He is a very nice teacher and willing to work with every student. he gives alot of extra credit. go to class every day and take good notes, use the outline. make sure to study very hard for the tests though. he is funny and classes are interesting

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BSC1005
Dec 6, 2011

He is a very nice teacher. He knows his material and he teaches well. I would recommend him to anyone. He makes jokes but they aren't always funny. He gives outlines for every unit. Tests are kind of tough; be prepared to study.

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BSC2020
Jan 3, 2012

Mr Daniels is a very nice man. He uses all of his time wisely and if you attend class regularly you won't be surprised by the different quizzes he assigns. He has an outline for every unit test. One thing to know is that there are things on the test that are not on the outline. You nerd the book to do really well on the tests.

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BSC1020
Feb 24, 2012

I like him, jolly fellow. But he does run through things a tad quickly. The class itself is hard. You cannot half ass this course. STUDY.

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BIO1005
May 4, 2012

This class is no joke. He give 6 tests the whole semester and drops the lowest test score. If u do the extra credit that's 11 points. So if u have 69% and did all the extra credit you'd have a B in the class. He is pretty helpful if you go to his office. The class is hard as hell..i wouldnt take the class again.if u like science this will be ya boy

Class Info

Textbook Required

100%

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Predicted Grade

B+

56% confidence
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Grade Distribution
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