Micah is a great instructor. His lectures are fun and enjoyable. His tests are challenging and he is an advocate for his students.

Micha really cares about his subject and his students. He also has a great sense of humor. I found myself looking forward to each class session.

Micah is an excellent instructor. Very funny. Makes learning biology a lot of fun.

Great enthusiasm and depth of knowledge. Intense tests and pushes you to understand the basis behind the science. Makes the learning process enjoyable and easy to understand, but the class is complex.

Micah is great because he is able to show us how interesting biology is while also being fun. Also he can be fun and hard at the same time, so we really are able to learn a lot. Teaching biology seems very natural for him. Best teacher I've had so far.

Micah's the best teacher I ever had. Basically, I have two things to say: 1) Look at everything everyone below has written; I would say the same things! Except I can't think of a good new and different way to say it, without plagarizing. 2) If you have a choice, go take his class! Go! Now!

Awesome teacher...very fun with his material

Nice guy. Good teacher. Made everything very clear.

I really enjoyed this class. The homework really helped me to understand the concepts discussed in lecture. Micah made the class as fun as possible.

love his analogies. He makes his lectures so interesting. He also gives graded homework so if you get C's on the tests you can pull your grade up with the graded homework and quizes. The absolute best science teacher i have ever had. I loved him.

I'm a psych major with no interest in Biology...until Micah. He's a fun guy, great attitude, and has a great way with words so you actually understand the material. Biology can be difficult; this is the guy to take it with.

Great enthusiasm, but he isn't very fair on grading homeworks.

I HATE science...until I met Micah. He made the class so much fun and interesting. I absolutely love this guy for making a subject come to life!What could have been a disaster to me turned out great!

Micah is a biology stud!!!

I have really enjoyed Micah's Class. I have had to work harder than I thought I would but he has really made it enjoyable. He is a little slow to get work graded but very helpful in office hours.

Micah will make you work your booty off, but if you don't you'll fall behind and be lost. He does it to keep his student on track. The busy work is a bit intense, but without it there would be no practice. His office hours are available, and are worth the wait to clarify any ideas. Great teacher.

I took Micah last year, and I would take him again if I could. He really prepares you for upper division science classes and I really appreciate him for that. I am glad he gave us lots of homework because it helped study for the test. The more homework the better for a science class, in my opinion. It helps boost your overall grade also.

Oh, I worked my butt off in this class, and it paid off. Micah is an excellent instructor and I learned so much. I agree completely with the last post.

Micah kicks ASS! I would take him for anything possible. He has super high energy, and is very self-aware. The homework wasn't too much. The courses I've taken from him were challenging, but fine as long as you stay on top of it. It's a lot of information, but he's extremely clear about what you need to know for the tests.

Much better than my previous two professors (Powell and Dubbs), Micah has high energy, some bad jokes, and makes class fun.

Micah is one of the greatest teachers you can take for Biology. He has enthusiasm and you can tell that he loves what he teaches (only a biology teacher can get excited about some things, LOL) A very friendly man, but he will not take it easy on you, he expect you to know what you need to know, his tests are challenging but very fair.

Cool goofy dude. He's funny and his manurisms make me laugh! Read the material and pay attention and you'll do fine.

Funny guy thats willing to go the extra mile to help you learn. His tests are a bit tough, but taking his awsome class is worth it!!

Micah was very clear in his lectures. He cares both about his subject and the students. He made biology both fun and interesting. I never liked biology until I took his class.

Fun and goofy dude, but if you plan on getting an A, you are out of luck. Regardless of how hard most in my class tried, mostly B's and C's are given out on tests, which is 60% of your grade. Fun guy, but really tough.

one of the best instructor/professors I HAVE EVER HAD out of 5+years of college. Dude loves bio and teaching so much, he will actually stutter and spit. tests are the hardest thing EVER. expect to think and make leaps of logic. your 'c' in this class is better than anybody else's 'a'. can't take it this time? wait until you can take it from him

Very good.

Micah is pure entertainment! This course is kick-your-ass hard, to be sure -- the material is dense. But Micah's lectures are delightful, and he goes out of his way to help students get the material -- even meeting in small groups outside of class to answer questions. He treats students as equals, and is completely humble and hilarious.

Micah is very engaging and presents the material thoroughly. His classes are very difficult and require a LOT of outside-of-class activity on your part. Do yourself a favor and buy the Analytical Problems handbook and attend the after class review of the questions from it. Don't expect to get your papers back or to get an A.

He is purely hilarious. His jokes are mostly to the subject, and his teachings are pure actual need for the world. He is very clear, to the point and punctual. he has a bit of a problem with moving to fast, but just ask him to slow down. He is very fun, and entertaining. out of class studying is a MUST. if you plan on a high grade, you better study

Micah expects you to learn the material. His tests are brutal if you haven't studied, and you'll be lost in lab if you don't read the material before hand. That said, Micah is one of the most helpful instructors I've ever met. He's more passionate about molecular biology, but he loves everything in the discipline, and his enthusiasm is contagious.

Fantastic! Coming to class was a joy, and Micah was always willing to stay after lecture or lab to answer all of my tedious questions. Personally, I found his exams to be downright fun. Be forewarned that your grade will reflect the amount of effort you put into this class -- only dedicated reading, studying and application will be awarded an 'A'.

Best Professor Ever!

Constructive, creative, enthusiastic, smart, fun. He has the best tests if you really want to get the concepts of what you are learning. He does not make you regurgitate info, which to me is amazing. He gives you the knowledge and, remarkably, knows how to get you to you use it. Not many profs like him. He is great teacher. Helps if u like bio too.

Micah is great! You will learn from him. Isn't that the point!?

Micah is a great teacher and I would highly recommend him to anyone with an actual interest in Biology. His lectures are funny and always entertaining. This is a class you cannot slack off in, the tests are difficult, but I enjoy the challenge. His only downfall is that he is horrible at getting papers back to you on time.

Micah is GREAT. He is helpful passionate, entertaining and will always give extra time and energy to curious students. Anyone who complains about him just lacks basic study skills. USE HIS STUDY GUIDE. His class isn't easy but if you do the reading and can articulately answer the study guide question you will ace all his tests.

One of the best professors I have ever had. Challenging but fun and will go out of his way to help in any way that he can

Challenging course, and professor Jordan is dynamic, energetic, helpful and funny. he explains things with enthusiasm, he will answer all your questions, and with humor. great guy, great class.

Probably one of the best teachers I have EVER had. You would have to be a rock not to leave Micah's class feeling passionate about Biology. He is an amazing lecturer and the work load is minimal. Class is not easy though. Individual study of concepts is a must.

Micah is extremely helpful and makes himself available outside of class. He is a great speaker but he is all over the place. He doesn't use powerpoints, so its pretty disorganized, and his tests are hard because they go way beyond the scope of what he taught us & what's in the book. Minimal work and no quizzes is nice, but more prep is nice also.

Probably the best lecturer I've ever taken a class from. Go to class though. His test are really tough if you're not solid before hand. So don't expect an A just cuz it's 100 level class.. you'll have to work for it. He's really bad about getting papers back though. But I still recommend him.

Love him, Love him! Totally enthusiastic about teaching biology and wants everyone to love it as much as he does.His tests are kinda tough and he demands you do the work but definitely a GREAT instructor. Made a somewhat dry and boring subject a real joy to learn. Recommend him daily.

VERY energetic, engaging, and animated. Extremely helpful in lab, not afraid to get his hands dirty. Knows the material very well. Easy to talk to and available for questions. Gives a study guide and further focus regarding test material in lectures. Tough class due to the amount of material covered - he did a great job coaching us through it.

Michah is a great teacher and passionate about biology. My only feedback is his tests/quizzes are hard if you don't come with a good background in biology. Scoring so low on everything makes me really dislike the subject and feel like a failure even though I have learned so much, it isn't good enough to pass the class (or barely, we will see..)

Micah is one of the most talented lecturers I've ever had, he works hard to make his lectures thought provoking and interesting. I like his style in that he explicitly tells you what he is gonna tell you @the beginning-he tells ya-then he tells ya what he told you in review. It's helpful. And, it's biology, so be prepared to study tons.

Micah was a wonderful professor; super passionate and always willing to talk with you about biology. It's a broad subject matter and thus requires A LOT of outside study. I definitely recommend using the textbook to read all of the material to prepare for the exams. Tests difficult but if you take the time to understand the material not a problem.

Challenging, but SO MUCH FUN. You will seriously learn the material and be entertained. You will need to work to get a good grade, but he makes an effort to ensure that everyone learns and is engaged in his lectures.

Wonderful and passionate. Clear.

Micah is an awesome teacher. Very passionate about what he does. Yes, the material and tests are hard, but if you are willing to put in the work you will get an A. He is all around inspiring!

By far the hardest teacher I've ever had. Near impossible to pass the exams. They cover a lot of material not in the text book and not well discussed in class. Very vague lectures and it's quite rushed.

Micah is very passionate about what he teaches and tries to get you to be at least interested in the subject. His lectures are very animated (but no powerpoint) and he makes connections with everything. He's vague when it comes to test which requires a lot of out of class work but this is college, you actually have to work. Not an easy A at all.

Had Micah for 211-213, & can't imagine 9 mos of Bio lecture with anyone else. He's impassioned, fun, dedicated, and very approachable. Office hours were packed with students. Tests are tough, but geared toward applying and understanding concepts, rather than leaning by rote. I feel VERY prepared for upper division Bio. Will miss Micah a lot.

Micah is a terrific teacher! His lectures are concise, easy to follow, and visually interesting. His tests were hard but not impossible. This class is worth your time and money. Take it!

Micah is an extraordinary and passionate teacher. I have taken my entire Fundamentals of Biology series with him and he demands a lot from his students, and Biology is a very hard subject, but he is an excellent and thorough instructor. READ THE BOOK and use the course objectives if you want a good grade! His tests are hard but worth it.

He's a great teacher who is clearly passionate about Biology. His lectures are really engaging. He's very friendly and seems to care about his students success. Tests are tough, but as long as you put in the study time you can get an A+. He gives a lot of extra credit, too. I'm taking his Bio102 class because I liked this class so much.

Great teacher if you can learn purely off lectures, generalized concepts with a few simple examples, and are an auditory learner. Not so great if you like specifics with many examples and are not an auditory learner. SUPER hard tests that are all essay questions. No EChw, grade based off 3 tests only + lab grade. Would not take again.

While Micah is truly a passionate biologist and really enjoys teaching, his teaching style is definitely meant for auditory learners. If lecturing puts you to sleep or you can't remember a sentence after it's uttered and need class material (besides the book) to refer to, DO NOT take him.

I had Micah 2 years ago before I transferred to a University. I didn't really appreciate the class until I started taking upper division classes and students around me didn't know anywhere near what I did. Yes his class is hard but the way he tests and the expectations really got me ready for harder classes (yes they are even harder than his!)

It's biology's foundation, which means biochem. Having had chem classes before hand will make a tremendous difference. If not, just study consistently, constantly, and use all your resources (tutoring lab, group study, you tube), because there's a lot of detail. Instructor loves, loves, loves to teach. He's hilarious and generous.

Micah is a tad disorganized, but prepared for class. He rarely gives classwork, so its hard to know how you are doing. BE DILIGENT IN STUDYING. He is a comedian and will make biology fun & relevant, but it will make you feel like the class is much easier than it is. Be prepared to hold yourself accountable and you'll have lots of fun.

Micah is by far my favorite teacher I've ever had. I cannot recomend him enough. He's a teacher first and a biologist second. He utilizes so many skills to ensure that lecture isn't dull and monotoned and so his teachers are able to really learn. I wish Micah could teach all my biology classes.

Micah is a badass. He's funny, he wants you to succeed, and loves what he teaches. If this class is available, take it.

Micah is very disorganized, his class is difficult and he will test on things that he didn't cover in lecture. If you want to do well in his class you need to make sure you read and have a thorough understanding of the material. However he is kind and passionate and an overall great guy Defiantly not an easy A, but I would take his class again.

Micah teaches you not only biology but how to succeed in science classes. If you can pass Micah, you can pass anything. He teaches you how to be a rigorous scientist and viciously efficient learner. Even though I had a couple breakdowns during the year I took 211, 212, & 213 , I wouldn't have had it any other way. Micah prepared me for anything.

Micah is my favorite bio teacher to date. He embraces all learning styles with his teaching and is very open to requests. He made many accommodations for those of us who were visual learners when we asked. He wants you to truly understand the material, so he teaches it in creative ways. The book isn't necessary. He is very passionate and humble.

I took his class a few years ago and I continue to use things he taught me in upper level classes. I'm surprised how many of my peers (at PSU) don't remember things that he really hammered us on. If you want to continue in biology this is a good place to start!

Without thorough reading and detailed note-taking in lecture, you won't stand much of a chance. It's almost impossible to know for sure where you stand in the class because most assignments that you turn in will never be given back. The lab for 212 is much more difficult than the lecture portion.

Best prof I had at PCC, one of the best ever (attended Lehigh U, and USCGA). His lectures are fun and interesting, he obviously is super stoked on biology, which made me stoked on it, too. He won't let you slide though - turn things in on time, study hard, go to office hours, you'll get an A. Try to get by on basic concepts from HS, you'll struggle

I really enjoyed taking his class but can see how it isn't for everyone. No PowerPoint lectures so no notes to follow along with or to access later. His lectures are good but it is up to you to follow along (I recorded lectures so I didn't need to worry about catching every detail the first time). Hard tests but loves bio and helps you love it too!

Micah is warm and engaging. His lectures are energetic and humorous and spark passion in the students. He gives good study tips throughout the term and is clear about expectsns. HE IS A TOUGH GRADER. You will be asked trick Qs and Qs not covered in lecture, but he gives detailed study guides/practice exms so you know exactly what to study. LOVE him

Micah is just an absolute treasure. He's so excited about biology, and it's simply infectious! Go to office hours, chat with him after class, and readreadread! Lectures are totally required, but if all else fails, there's the book and the tutoring center. Did I mention that he tutors there?

If you actually want to LEARN the material for long-term use and to build off of for future upper-division courses, this is the teacher for you. He is funny and friendly, but his tests ARE HARD! I loved how hard they were because it made sure that I worked to actually UNDERSTAND the material. It will prepare you for those tests like the MCAT.

One of a kind. Excellent lectures, which correspond apples to apples with the text but are much more enjoyable. Highly recommended if you care or want to care about Biology - not recommended if you're a robot looking to get your A's. The material is challenging, the exams are tough but fair, the grading is slow, but I LOVED Micah and this class.

Micah is AMAZING! I highly encourage you to read the textbook since it brings his lectures full circle. He is funny, clever and really cares about his students actually learning. I struggled hard the first term, but still managed a B. If you do the work and put in the time, he will return it. Encourage use of his office hours, he's very welcoming!

Micah is the best science teacher I've ever had. He's really taken to remote learning and has the best online structure imo. He can take a little while to grade things, but he's super accessible for 1-on-1 questions so just ask if you're not sure on something. He also allows for stuff to be turned in late with no penalty. He's a talker for sure.

Mr. Jordan is definitely one of my favorite professors. I had the pleasure of taking the entire general biology series with him at the 200 level (211-213). He gives great feedback and is always available to meet you if you need clarification on certain topics.

Micah is a real gem. I am so glad to have taken his BI211-213 sequence all throughout. He's one of the few professors who's really understanding about personal lives and is constantly looking out for their students. I was able to turn things in late due to some overwhelming times. Overall, he's a great teacher and very communicative. 1000 stars.

Prof.Jordan's quiz questions were a bit tricky, but his purpose was to test your understanding of concepts. He also used pop quizzes during lecture to check understanding - I thought that was brilliant! He was always open to answer clarifying questions during zoom lectures. Very personable and approachable, and I recommend him.

Micah is fantastic. He's an excellent & excited lecturer who makes great dad jokes. His lectures are fast & he can sometimes tangent, but they're brief and often funny. Do yourself a favor and read the book, take notes, ask questions & you'll be okay. The people who I saw struggling did not read or attend/were late to class/lab.

He's a funny and nice teacher when it comes to teaching. Text and quizzes were definitely hard and tricky.

Micah is a super nice guy he genuinely wants you to understand the course material, he offers tutoring sessions which are extremely help

I had Micah years ago. Although I was never his best student, he ignited my curiosity for biology and life sciences. Now, as a grad student at Georgetown, I find myself applying concepts he taught. His exams are analytical and hard, but trust me, they will prepare you greatly for what's to come next. The course objectives for exam prep were helpful

Micah was a very enjoyable professor. Our lectures were 4 hours in the evening, but he was a very animated lecturor and kept us engaged. He allowed several breaks. Quizzes were all online and open note, besides the Midterm and Final. Textbook is free online, and you have to read in addition to the lectures to do well on tests.

Micah was an awesome BIO 112 teacher. He's very smart, so sometimes I think he forgets to add helpful background information but more than makes up for it by having his lectures available online, both live and recorded for additional studying. Tip: use the weekly quizzes to make midterm/final practice tests to study with.

Big fan of Profesor Jordan. Took extra time with me after every class and re-explained concepts. Would take again for any subject and I'm sad to be leaving his scientific insight behind me, though I will carry what I can with me forward, "of course". :)

I haven't taken a science class in years, so I was scared, but Micah makes it easy. He can get off topic during lectures. He has easy weekly quizzes. His tests can be difficult, but use the chapter notes. He is communicative, if you're confused with a concept, ASK. He's a fair grader, but he does take a while to grade.

Weekly quizzes, homework, and three discussions, most answers found in the textbook.Two midterms & final exam consisted of written questions (open book).Final project was simple, clear rubric.Grading throughout the course was transparent and fair. Professor was quick to respond to emails. Would recommend if you need to take a genetics course.

He's really trying to set you up for successful in A&P w/ strong foundational knowledge and concrete recommendations on resources & how to study. He really cares that you understand the concepts more than rote memorization. He gives partial credit when possible. Difficult material, requires studying, but fair and thoughtful professor. Attend class.

I took BI112 from 6 to 10pm, and Micah was the best choice I could have made! He kept lectures funny and engaging, regular breaks and shifts in style to keep interest/engagement up too. Always there for questions by email or after class. Great listener. Written feedback on exams. A little disorganized but quick to fix mistakes and apologize. 10/10

Micah is the best teacher I have ever had. His lectures are deeply engaging, and you can really tell he cares a lot about the subject and his students. He can be disorganized at times, but always corrects it quickly. He is an extraordinarily fair grader and is always looking for ways to help you understand the subject better.

I enjoyed his lectures. Understanding seemed mixed between students, he can be a tad scattered, I understood him well while others relied more on the textbook. He tells you exactly what you need to get from the class and teaches from that. If we didn't cover something it won't be asked of you. Grades very fairly and takes feedback from the class.