COOL TEACHER, VERY ENERGETIC!

Made a hard subject very easy.

GREAT! shows lots of videos, open book/notes and partner quizzes, gives exam essay ?s ahead of time, big variety of pts in gradebook (9 quizzes, 3 exams, final, small paper, group project) THIS IS NOT A SLACK OFF CLASS! It's not extremely difficult IF you pay attention, come to most classes, and study the material. Good teaching style

Great teacher..!!! Very helpful!!! Go to his office hours if you get lost he will make sure you are on track!!! Very understanding and confident in his students with their success!!!! get to know him!!!!

Awesome!! Do everything you can to get Dr. Mike for a teacher - he is so dedicated to making sure his students succeed. He's always available for help and he seems to really love his job!! It's a hard class - no slacking - but if you're engaged, you will do well.

Very hard labs, tests are pretty good. but you have to study hard, don't slack off.Hard class but if you are interested you can get lots out of it

great guy, not the greatest teacher. i failed my first time taking it and have to retake the class- this is a super hard subject over all however - be expected to eat sleep and breath anatomy

Anatomy and Physiology at Normandale: Dr. Reutter is a great teacher. He is disorganized, but less so than a LOT of prof at places like the U of M. These classes are HARD so be prepared. It's not high school; you need prior college biology experience and MUST study your ass off. At the U, Anatomy is a Junior level course and it's just as hard here.

3 exams/multiple choice/fill-in-the-blank/true-false/short answer! study for the tests!!8 open book group quizzes, drops 3! makes you do a stupid project w/your group! he's a nice guy but a hard teacher. easy if you read and study!!

This was a pretty enjoyable class. Attendance isn't mandatory, but it helps. A large part of the grade is OPEN-BOOK GROUP quizzes! Make sure you get a good group, and it's a slam dunk. I was worried going into this class, as Biology is not my forte, but I learned a ton and got an A. Take it.

He was a wonderful professor. I was worried because of all the negative comments about him on here, but he was so helpful when I went in all the time to ask questions. He obviously absolutely loves what he does. It is VERY important to go in and ask him questions when you are confused. I had to work hard but the class was so interesting and great!!

Wonderful instructor. Very patient in explaining/clarifying. Approaches class-time/lecture as supplementary to the work done in lab or on your own with the text. Loves science, sharing information.

Dr. Mike is great. He seems to get a bad rap on here, but he is so helpful. He is very passionate about what he does, he explains things clearly, and is so willing to help answer your questions. Anatomy is not a cake course, you need to put in your study time and be responsible for learning. I would highly recommend him.

This instructor knew the material & was available for help he didn't add value to the course. We were constantly behind in lecture do to an overwhelming amount of material. As opposed to educating he most often showed DVD's to cover material in lecture. We barely touched on subjects toward the end. Overall, students are unprepared to move forward.

Dr. Mike is VERY nice. He's willing to help you when you make the effort to ask and he's pretty flexible. You don't get a lot of extra credit opportunites and he's a real stickler on spelling...but he'll give points back on a test if you have a GOOD case. Read the text and study a ton, and you'll do fine.

I really liked this professor. ALWAYS smiling. His energy and excitment about the class is contagious. Willing to answer any questions and is VERY helpful- eager to help in any way he can. Print off the outlines and attend his lectures-- he translates the book...

Reutter is a scientist and I think sometimes he thinks his students are too. He assumes you know more than you do so DON'T BE AFRAID TO ASK QUESTIONS! If you don't you'll fail for sure. As long as you focus, take LOTS of notes, and READ THE TEXT you'll do fine in the class. You just can't slack even a tiny bit in his class.

Difficult class, but study hard and an A is possible.Very anal about lab write ups but his lectures are interesting. I recorded his lectures and ended up with A in the class.

he will fail you, he does not care about the needy. his class is some of the hardest that i've seen avoid at all cost. i will be studying at another school than transfer there for my program to avoid taking his class or any bio related class at normandale.. stupid spelling count, C'mon we are students not your lab partner, 8 chapter test c'mon

Can't believe all the haters posting garbage here. If you actually need to learn how the body works, or may apply this info to a future career, Dr Reutter is a great prof. The class is not easy, and isn't for anyone looking for an easy A. If you are serious about learning, it isn't that hard.

Dr. Mike is a good teacher. He lectures well enough that I read MAYBE 15 pages out of my book and the rest was all from his lecturing. If you don't put the time and effort into learning, especially a biology class, you won't do well regardless of the teacher. If you are looking for an easy A, take a communications class!

I just finished taking Professor Reutter's summer physiology class. It was a four week semester loaded course. You have to put the work in to earn a good grade. Definitely no slacking off. Pay attention to all the details he specifies in lecture. He is very open to answering questions...and if it doesn't make sense the first time, ask again!

Dr. Mike is a great teacher. You will learn alot from him and perhaps become more inspired regarding physiology. He welcomes questions and is always pleasant. Great teacher!

Dr. Mike is not the easiest instructor on campus, but he is one of the most helpful. Those that complain on this site probably don't spend much time studying and get angry when the have poor exam results. Your lack of studying is not Reutter's fault. He gives us the resources we need for success. Great instructor, good person, loves questions.

Good instructor

I didn't really like him at first but he kinda grew on me. It's not that bad once you get used to the way he teaches and he's always willing to help you outside of class. His tests aren't too hard which is something you can't say of the other biology teachers but he's also a lot of fun.

Dr. Ruetter is wonderful. He is friendly, available, involved, knowledgeable and competent. He always has time for his students and he is enthusiastic about the material.

Mr. Reutter is a nice guy! I had Carlson before him so his style seemed a little disorganized to me. Tests can be a little challenging and hes not the fastest grader. Write down everything he says!! I will end up with a B in the class.. and I think it reflects the effort I put in.

The class is tough. Dr. Reutter presents material so that it makes you think about the concepts in a cummulative manner. He says from the beginning that all tests are accumulative. Retaining all the info is not easy, so stick to the animations he posts and attend lecture and labs. If the A&P classes were so easy, everyone would sign up. Good luck!

Hardest class EVER. Fabulous prof. He'll stick with you through the end of the earth, but be willing to work your behind off!

GREAT professor - definitely should attend all classes, but extremely helpful so ask for help if you need it. Mike is very passionate about what he teaches and his students as well - possibly my favorite professor ever!!!

Hard class--but it's hard stuff! I thought he was a great teacher, he just makes you work hard and you need to know your stuff. I read the textbook A LOT. Take lots of notes in class. He is very fair when it comes to asking him questions about things you may have gotten wrong on a test. If you're a hard worker, an A is possible.

This is a hard class for sure, but if you study hard and show up to class, then it is very possible to get an A. I would recommend this class for sure.

Decent teacher, but not easy. Puts in effort to his lectures. Pay attention, show up on time, take notes, and do the readings. Not an easy class. Makes an effort to makes class fun sometimes. Can be unforgiving and hard to work with. Pay attention to the things he draws on board in class. Can be very particular on grading.

Dr. Mike is a great instructor! Sometimes his lectures are a little confusing, but if you do the reading that he suggests on the study guides before lecture, you won't have a problem. Take notes as he goes, as you start to understand the topic, the notes are very helpful for studying for the exams. He's always eager to help!

I took Human Anatomy with this instructor in the summer. I would not recommend taking Human Anatomy in the summer. He is a great instructor and is willing to work with you to raise your grade. This is a VERY difficult class. You must attend every class to succeed. I attended every class and still did not succeed due to taking it in the summer.

Excellent teacher overall. Don't listen to the negative comments. From what I heard about the other anatomy teachers, he is a breeze! Some extra credit throughout the semester, and for this class, every point counts. This is a very tough class so be prepared to work your ass off. Class is equivalent to 2-3 classes, so don't overload coursework

Excellent teacher overall. Don't listen to the negative comments. From what I heard about the other anatomy teachers, he is a breeze! Some extra credit throughout the semester, and for this class, every point counts. This is a very tough class so be prepared to work your butt off. Class is equivalent to 2-3 classes, so don't overload coursework

Human Anatomy is a hard class no matter where you take it. He is one of my favorite professors I have ever had. He was always willing to sit down and explain things to me, and he was always so welcoming with questions. He actually explains things rather than refers to the book. His class is hard and you really have to work for it.

This class is a tough class, but Dr. Reutter is very approachable. He is always willing to put in his own time to help anyone who asks. He wants you to succeed. The tests are tough and you have to read the chapters and do his study guides in order to do well. I would recommend this class with him. He is an amazing professor.

This is my second semester with Mike, and he's awesome!! You definitely need to read the book to do well, but he's always willing to answer questions (as long as they're not dumb). Try to be in lab while he's there if you have the option it's super helpful!!

You can tell that he loves what he does and is passionate about biology. Is there to help in the lab and outside of class. He's a tough grader because he wants you to be specific. He makes learning fun with videos and jokes.

This class is super hard. I reccomend recording his lectures and listening to them over and over and over again. Nothing is a surprise on the exam he talks about it in class, so might as well really listen to those lectures. I semi used the book for notes, just for some clarification, but the book goes into depth a lot more than he does.

He's such an amazing and electric person. His smile is contagious and he's more than willing to help you anytime. He does expect you to be on your game! Come prepared to learn a lot in class. I made outlines before lecture so I could keep up with him.

First, anatomy is THE most overwhelming course I have ever taken. It's tough. Make sure you have LOTS of time to dedicate to studying and spending time in the lab. Regarding Dr. Reutter, you are not likely to find a guy who cares more about your success or who LOVES anatomy more than him. He is very available and will help get you through it.

There is no way you can take anatomy with more than two other classes if you want an A. You need to read the material before you come to class, you have to do everything the teacher tells you, like read the chapter summaries. Pretty much for studying every day to memorize things. Hard class, but interesting! You really have to work for it.

Accessible and enthusiastic. Dr. Reutter really knows his stuff and is passionate about the subject. His lectures do tend to go off topic from time to time, but as long as you work hard (you will work HARD), read the material, and fill out chapter outlines thoroughly, you should do fine. Tests are weighted heavily, but D2L quizzes are available.

I CAN'T BELIEVE HE HAS SUCH A LOW RATING, HE IS ONE OF MY FAVORITE PROFESSORS! He is a tough grader and has high standards for his students, but if you ever need help, he will answer any questions in his office or in lab. But definitely pay attention, take notes, and read.

Reutter is one of the sweetest professors Ive ever had. He gets distracted sometimes during lecture, but in lab or one on one, he is insanely helpful. Hes very willing to spend the time to make sure students can fully understand what hes talking about. He gives out study guides toomake sure you know the learning outcomes of the chapters.

Holds you accountable to material in book, lecture and lab. Follow along in lectures, do suggested prep work for class, and visit him in office hours. He cares about your success and comprehension IF you do. One of my favorite teachers and one of the hardest classes I have taken.

Dr. Reutter is an amazing professor! Very knowledgable in the content and connects topics to real life. Use the study guides, go to class, READ the chapters, do the quizzes and ask questions. He goes over everything you need to know for exams so pay attention. You can't expect to do well in this class if you don't put in the time.

Dr. Reuter is extremely nice, extremely friendly and approachable, but unfortunately the classes did not seem worth it. Anatomy is ALL memorization. Use the study guides he gives as a guide for reading the chapters, and you don't need to go to lecture. Make flashcards on quizlet for the lab exams!! tests are easy if you read the book.

He explains the subject very well and is easy to understand. if you put in good effort youll get great results

The class itself was pretty difficult but that's to be expected for any Anatomy class you take. I liked Dr. Reutter's style of lecture. I also appreciated that he would find new articles or videos that pertained to what we were studying in class, it was cool to see what we were learning being applied in real world. Great teacher that cares.

Dr. Reutter is a really nice guy, and an excellent professor for anatomy. This is a tough course no matter who you take it with, so get ready to read A LOT. You'll have four lab exams and four lecture exams (including a final), about 25 quizzes and a rat quiz in lab, which are the only graded items, but if you study hard you'll do well.

Nice guy overall. Class isnt easy, but it's still possible to do well. He isnt super clear about what he wants you to know. Dont get carried away by the side things he teaches about. Stay focused on actual material. Expect to do your own work and spend lots of time outside of class. ASK QUESTIONS. Didnt like his focus on gender pronouns

Are we all talking about the same professor?! He was great! The people that are saying otherwise are probs lazy pos that got mad at him for not accepting their lack of effort. Watch lectures and take notes; read the chapters. It is a science course, what do you expect. If you do those things the test are pretty easy. I'm taking him again for physi

I loved anatomy with Mike. He is a super knowledgeable professor and truly cares about students. I found that if I read the textbook and could answer all the study guide questions I was able to do very well on the tests. Lab quizzes are simple; make quizlets to study outside lab. If you are willing to put in hard work, you will do great!

He’s a great teacher! I mean its physiology obviously you’re gonna have to work hard, but if you’re organized and go over the material a few times the test aren’t actually that bad. Set a pace and dedicate time everyday. It’s material you are going to need to know if this is part of your major so actually learn it, don’t memorize

This class is well organized. Read the chapters, watch the lectures, and make flash cards over topics on the study guide. The material for the test is on the study guide, he isn’t trying to trick you. Seriously I don’t know why people give him such a hard time when it’s the amount of effort you put in that gives you the grade.

He is very detailed in his lectures. He lays out the pace of the chapters on the schedule and the material expected for tests is on the study guides. This class is very cut and dry. If you can’t pass this class and then blame the teacher for your bad grades, please don’t go into the medical field. It’s only going to get harder.

At first it might seem very difficult to achieve but with the help of this professor with labs I was struggling with he helped me a lot in being able to pass this class. If you actually spend time and effort in understanding the material you will be able to pass. This professor is also very caring and want you to pass but a little heavy on exams.

I had Dr. Reutter for Anatomy and Physiology. He is very passionate about teaching, as he will go above and beyond to ensure you know the material before taking the test(s), but you have to be proactive and ask. It is not an easy class, you will get out what you put into it. Ensure you are utilizing the materials you learn and study efficiently.

DON'T LISTEN TO THE BAD REVIEWS! I had Mike for both Anat and Phys, and I can say he's one of the best profs I've had. It's a tough subject so you do have to work hard, but he really cares about his students, and will do what he can to help you succeed. He makes videos to supplement material, and has clear outlines for what to know in each chapter.

MR REUTTER IS AMAZING! that being said, you still have to put in A LOT of extra work because anatomy is a hard class. He cares about his students and is more than willing to help, but you have to ask for it. He gives tons of extra online resources and extra lab time. If you put in the work, stay on schedule, and use his resources, you will do well!

Currently taking him for Anatomy, he is very kind and approachable. Attend his open labs he is more than willing to help you manage his course. The study guides look scary but they are super helpful. His test are easy if you study as well as his lab practicals. I don't see why he has such bad ratings, you gotta put in the same work he does!

I have never been one to be good at science but I love this class! Every chapter/lab exam you get a study guide and u have 3-5 weeks in between exams to learn the material. No assignments but some pop quizzes. He also goes over everything in lab/ lecture. idk why people are hating, this is stuff you actually need to LEARN for the medical field

Although anatomy is just an overall difficult class, Reutter is always available to answer questions and likes to get to know his students. He is one of the only professors I have had that knows my name. If you put in the time with studying and such you will be able to get through the class.

Yes, anatomy is a very difficult class! Reutter is an amazing professor tho, take him!! He has a wonderful personality, takes the time to get to know his students, and was always happy to answer all of my questions. He knew my name and always had a welcoming smile. I am taking him again for physiology in the fall!

Dr. Reutter really cares about his students! He's the kindest man. Unlike any professor I've ever had, he is totally focused on his students success. He is very helpful in open lab time and is available to help students outside of class time. Anatomy is a hard class, but using the previous exams helps so much.

Anatomy is tough, but Professor Reutter really cares about students' success. His open labs and resources like unstuck study are super helpful. Put in the work and you'll do well.

Anatomy is HARD, a lot of content in a short amount of time. This being said, I would retake this class again with Dr. Reutter in a heartbeat! He is passionate about the topic he teaches and cares a lot about his students' success. Always super willing to answer questions and VERY patient. No homework so your grade depends on your exams!

I have now had Dr. Mike for anatomy and physiology, and I do not understand the bad ratings. Are these hard classes? Yes. But that is to be expected. The class is basically just graded based on tests and a few things in the lab. Overall, the lectures are organized well, he answers the questions, and there aren't huge surprises on tests.

You can tell that Dr. Mike genuinely cares about the success of his students and about the topics he's teaching. Anatomy and physiology are really hard and it can be frustrating. Dr. Mike's teaching method can be a little confusing to follow sometimes and it's normal to feel lost but once you get the hang of it, the class gets easier to understand.

I don't understand why Dr. Reutter has received so many negative reviews, considering his dedication and genuine willingness to help. Anatomy demands full-time commitment -it's the study of the human body in depth-and unfair to blame a professor. Dr. Reutter is approachable, kind, and consistently ready to support students achieve their goals

I took physiology from Dr. Reutter a couple years ago as a prerequisite for my nursing school. I am now graduated and have a great job. His class material and way he taught helped me throughout school to understand difficult concepts. He was always enthused to help, staying late / coming early, and wouldn't stop until understood! I'm so thankful!!

Dr. Mike is an extremely talented instructor. His enthusiasm for the subject is infectious, and he is very sweet and extremely unserious (in the best way). Always ready to answer questions, his office door is always open. The tests are challenging, requiring you to understand concepts from the ground up, but they follow the study guides/resources.