Patrick was great TA! He always went the extra mile to make sure that all of the students understood the material and was helpful outside of class too. I recommend him to anyone.

PATRICK IS SOOOO GORGEOUS! He's a genius too! HE know's sooo much about biology! I never liked biology before byt now i can't wait for lab! I think i will change my major from comunications to Microbiology just because of Patrick. And he's in no way a weiner.

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Patrick explains things very clearly and he is very patient with questions.

I have no clue where negative comment below came from. I have him this semester too and he was great. I got an A in the class and hardly EVER studied. He goes ABOVE AND BEYOND to help you and really gives some easy points. He will do whatever he has to to help you and explains things pretty clearly. He is very approachable and very nice.

Great teacher!!

Patrick is the best! He is always so helpful and entertaining! The class itself covers a lot of material but tests are fair. He keeps you engaged and makes you want to learn! I loved having him for lab and would definitely take another class from him! Take him if you can, he is great! :)

Funny, nice approachable

He is the best Teacher a student could ever have!!!

Patrick's a very good lab teacher. His jokes are very dorky, but he teaches a Microbioly class so I guess that goes with the territory. He's very clear and concise.

Patrick is... quirky but he is lots of fun and very helpful. Once you finish the day's work he lets you leave which can be a half hour early sometimes. His office door is always open (literally) and if you just take the initiative to ask he will help. The only pain is the HW assignments, but if you don't get them just ASK. Study for the tests!

Patrick is a great teacher, he explains things really well and makes you want to learn. Just make sure you get him and not one of his ta's. He is very approachable and helpful. For the practicals just study his powerpoints, forget the lab manual.

Master Daydif is not a T.A. and I don't know why the issues with the other raters, but Daydif is a great micro instructor. He has tons of energy and makes the subject interesting and fun. Daydif reminded me of how much I really do love the micro world.

I don't know why he is rated so poorly. His tests are challenging but he is thorough and answers all questions (he is also funny and keeps the class entertained). Coming to class is important only grades are exams and clicker questions. He is extremely knowledgeable and passionate about microbio. I would definitely take another class with him.

The class was interesting, but challenging. If you attended every class, pay attention, review notes and study... you will do well. His tests are a bit challenging and a few tricky questions, but overall fair. I worked hard for my grade in this class, so def not an easy A.

Patrick was the best professor I have ever had. He goes out of his way to answer students questions and explains things multiple times until it is understood. People say he isn't fair but that's not true. He isn't lenient. Your grade is what you earned he doesn't hand you an A. I learned so much in this class and I will take another class with him!

This is not an easy class but you can do well. The material for the exams is from the class notes, which are posted online. The final can replace a test so you can overcome a bad test. Attend class everyday to get clicker points. And he makes an effort to keep the class interesting.

He is super nice funny guy. This class isn't that hard. Just put the right amount of work into it. I will probably get a B, but did very little throughout the semester.

I don't understand why people say he isn't helpful. I went to office hours several times and that helped me tremendously. Funny lectures, tests not difficult, final is easy! Definitely recommend him

Patrick is the best professor I've had in my four yrs of being at ASU. He's very helpful and energetic. If you have questions he'll take the time to stop explain and answer. Test are not hard IF YOU STUDY. Would I take another class with him? Absolutely.

He's awesome, definitely take a class with him. Super easy grading. The guy totally doesn't suck.

He is really good at keeping the class interesting and he is very helpful. The test are pretty hard though, I had to study A LOT!!!

I was dreading Micro before the start of the semester but Prof Daydif showed us it's actually very interesting. He's entertaining, kind and while the class isn't easy his exams mirror his notes a lot. If you put time into the course there is no reason that you can't do well. He's an excellent instructor and makes it easy to pay attention.

Just study off the lecture notes, and you'll be fine. Tests don't require reading the book.

Very enthusiastic, hysterical, and brilliant professor...but don't push his buttons. Lab safety/attendance is big with him. Don't underestimate his exams. Study ppt slides and you're set. Several lab data sheets, homework, pre-labs, four lab quizzes, presentation, research paper, in-class assignments, 4 lecture exams and the final IS cumulative.

This class is definitely doable. Make sure to show up to each class and pay attention because there are lecture quizzes that are, in total, as important on your grade as an exam. I didn't use the textbook. Study the lecture slides and you'll be good. He even has the important stuff in a different color.

Honestly, this is one of the most straightforward science classes you can take at ASU. I only needed the book occasionally to go over the concepts that confused me a little, but Professor Daydif's power points is all you really need to study for the exams. Professor Daydif is also very eager to help and answer any questions that you may have.

Daydif was an okay teacher. He definitely loved his job and often acted out or told stories to help remember the information. Sometimes I really liked this class and other times I thought it was super boring. Clicker questions happen almost every class and they add up to equal the same amount of points as a test at the end of the semester.

Had to study a LOT for this class. 4 exams, the last one being the final and clicker questions for 100 points. Resurrection final saved my butt. Ask him questions during office hours about topics you don't understand before exams. This helped me a lot. Study powerpoints for exams. Read the book only when I didn't understand some things on ppt.

Professor Daydif is one of my favorite instructors I have ever had. The class is hard, by far the hardest I have ever taken. I barely passed it with a 70% but with that being said, I would have FAILED if it wasn't for Professor Daydif. He truly wants every student to pass. GO TO HIS OFFICE HOURS. If you have questions, ASK. Also, he's so funny.

I enjoyed this class and thought he was a good teacher. It is a tough subject so expect to study. Patrick is a good teacher, he opened class the first week telling us to call him Patrick because he doesn't want to act like he is better than us by making us call him Dr Daydif. There are clicker questions but some are just attendance ones.

I took MIC 205 and 206 over the summer with Daydif. Awesome teacher and very helpful. Don't be afraid to asks questions, he has no problem answering them. The test are a mix of straight forward questions and application. Read the lecture notes to study. I recommend taking this over the summer! Less material at a somewhat faster pace.

You will not do well in the class with out being there. 20% of your grade is attendance. Unless you get 100% on all exams (impossible) you wont get higher than 80% without attending his BORING lectures. Nice, and funny guy though!

Patrick is a great professor! Makes it easy to understand information and is very clear sbout what he tests on. Grade is composed of 4 exams and some clicker points so go to lecture and listen and you should be fine on his exams!

He is really passionate about microbiology. I really enjoyed this class. He tells a lot of dad jokes, but if you are willing to learn the way that he teaches you, it's easy enough to follow along. The tests are application problems, make sure you really understand what you're learning. He is super helpful at office hours.

Dr. Daydif is really chill and makes micro interesting. Lectures can get boring but pay attention no matter what, every point counts (400 points in exams, 100 clicker) The labs are super easy and fun, just study really hard for practicals. Got As on everything except final I got a C, my grade was an 89%, he was nice and bumped it. Just show you try

Don't sit in the front. He does distracting things with his toes and hands while lecturing. Nice guy and very excited about material. Do all the clicker quizzes! They will come back to haunt you if you don't. All power points are online. Study them!!! I suggest flashcards because it's a lot of material.

It was hard work, but a good class

Mr. Daydiff is a very clear lecturer, and he is frequently available to answer questions and explain difficult concepts. The book was not very helpful in MIC 205 (lecture), but Mr. Daydiff provides extremely useful power point lecture notes. Although he is often behind in grading, he is willing to spend ample time assisting students with material.

Microbiology is not an easy course but Prof. Daydif really knows his stuff. It's a molecular science course... you're going to have to study. Daydif uses fun examples to help you remember things and makes it very clear what's expected. 4 exams. In class quizzes on clickers every day. Sometimes he gives extra credit depending upon attendance.

This is a hard class, but that is to be expected. I dedicated a lot of time to succeed. Going to class is important to receive clicker points. If you don't go to class you miss out on side notes that pop up on the test. Never used the text book. If you work hard, it is manageable.

Pay attention in class, take good notes, study and you will do well. It is tough material but Dr. Daydif is EXTREMELY clear during lectures and will answer as many questions as the class has before each class. Exams are straight forward - everything on the exam is straight from lecture slides. Clickers at the beginning of each class so be on time.

He's a really good lecturer, makes the material relate-able for students. I took it over the summer and he mainly described the material in terms of healthcare related aspects. I guess if you have a general interest in microbiology you'll do just fine without the book. SHOW UP TO CLASS!

Interesting lab, he explained things clearly and answered questions. The lab felt a little rushed, but it is to be expected from a summer class.

He has interesting lectures but you must attend class because he always has clicker quizzes that you cant make up. Dont buy/rent the book cause you can pass all the tests with his PowerPoints that he uses in class and he later posts on blackboard

Lectures take a lot of time and you have to be there with your clicker to get credit. Pretty easy as long as you pay attention and take notes.

He's passionate about what he teaches and made it relatable to us. I enjoyed his class and definitely would take him again. Everything you need to know, he provides on his power points. He requires a clicker so its easy points for attendance and answering his mini quizzes after each section. The debate wasn't too bad. No book required. No HW.

Daydif will make you work for your grade. This is a pass or fail class. If you are a nursing student or trying to get into ASU's nursing school you must study extremely hard and ask questions. You must have a clicker, there is clicker questions EVERY CLASS so make sure to go or you will not pass. Overall, He is a great professor!

Daydif was great! He posts his lecture slides and test questions come directly from those. You will never use the textbook. You'll need to workkkk for your grade but this is a great class where you actually learn the concepts and content not just memorize, which is great if you're applying for nursing/PA/Medical school. Endless dad jokes lol.

Daydif is awesome! You can tell hes truly interested in the profession & his lectures show it! Hes pretty funny, lots of dad jokes. Tries to use analogies & visual cues to remember concepts- it works! Exams are difficult,take good notes and study them & youll be fine. Ask questions! Lots of clicker questions! Go to office hours- he will help you

Textbook not needed. Course graded on clicker questions and 4 exams. All material is from the slides, so take detailed notes and study hard. He is very passionate about micro, uses stories and analogies as explanations, and explains concepts well. Ask questions during class! Have your clicker EVERY CLASS OR YOU WILL MISS SIGNIFICANT POINTS.

Show up to lecture, has in class quizzes which are a huge part of your grade. Labs are fairly easy. Study for exams by reading the chapters and slides. Will throw jokes often. Don't pack up early he hates that. 6, 1 page debates at the end of the semester, easy A if you put in the effort in showing up to all lectures, will go fast so come prepared

Extremely passionate about Microbiology. He definitely uses a ton of analogies to convey various concepts to his class. Although I got an A, he will make you work for your grade. 80% of your grade comes from 4 exams (20% a test), while the last 20% comes from clicker points. No point in buying textbook. Tests tend to be conceptual. DO NOT CRAM.

He is a highly entertaining lecturer and an effective communicator. His tests are straight forward. If you take the time to study and ask questions you will undoubtedly do well.

Hardest class I ever took, but learned a lot. 4 exams x 100 pts each and 100 clicker questions. Lecture slides not posted till after the chapters. He lectures quickly but with plenty of real life application stories. The first B I've gotten since 6th grade. RIP my 4.0. MIC 206 super easy lab though.

Interesting class. Pay attention and take good notes, the clicker questions are straight from the lecture. Lab is fun and interesting. Read the book if you want to do well on tests, not necessary but it helped me. Easy class if you pay attention and do the readings.

Professor Daydif is an amazing professor, he made me love biology even more!

Honestly, Daydif is probably one of my favorite professors. His lectures are interesting and he gives a lot of real-life examples to make the material easier to learn. He easily made Biology one of my favorite classes at ASU. Make sure to go over the slides on powerpoint and be sure to record his lectures to make studying easier.

I was super nervous to take this class because of the reviews, but he is honestly my favorite professor so far! He's very smart and knows what he's talking about, and his tests do require you to pay a lot of attention in class. I love his lectures because he always keeps you awake and engaged. Take him for micro for sure!!

Go to class, quizzes count for a lot. I would definitely record his lectures!

Professor Daydif was one of my favorite professors so far. Although the class was tough due to abundance of information, it was very rewarding. Your grade mainly is comprised of 4 test and clicker point questions so go to every class. Get the book and take the time to fill out the in chapter section summary and end of chapter questions!

daydif was THE BEST professor i have ever had at ASU. this class is hard but he is amazing during office hours and takes the time to make sure you understand. he never makes you feel stupid for asking questions and is always available to help. his lectures are wicked interesting and hes also quite funny. you wont regret taking this class, hes great

-Daydif is an amazing professor. -Questions on exam come straight from the power points. -Do not need the textbook unless you want to use it as a reference. -All multiple choice exams. Final is NOT cumulative. -Show up to lectures because he explains difficult concepts really well. -Exams make up a big portion of grades.

The material for the first two exams can feel a little dry, but after that the class is very interesting and enjoyable. Ignore the powerpoint during lecture, just type what he is saying. Many of the exam questions end up being from his verbal lecture. Fill in your notes after class and memorize + understand. Difficult class but very rewarding.

I thought I was going to hate this class but I feel like Daydif made his lectures interesting and they definitely kept my attention even though the material is not that exciting. Clicker quizzes and tests are the only thing that make up your grade so make sure you do not miss the quizzes and study hard for the tests.

I really enjoyed Daydif's class, but I worked VERY hard for my A. There was a TON of content to cover for this class. I studied with a friend most nights of the week by quizzing one another on our notes. NOT an easy A, but his tests are consistent with his lectures, so if you study hard, it is possible to do well.

Super interactive and energetic professor. Makes lecture more fun and enjoyable and easier to understand! I recommend taking him

Daydif is a very good teacher, however, if you aren't respectful he will call you out on it. Learning online was hard, but his exam questions come straight from the book, so read it. He is a very good lecturer and is very enthusiastic about the material. However, the lab is hard, especially online. Overall, a good professor.

Be ready to read the book and study a lot! He is a great professor! It is just hard because your grade is basically all tests, but it is possible to do good if you work hard!

Although the class is very test-heavy, Daydif has a GIFT for explaining difficult concepts and teaching them. He's very energetic and enthusiastic, and I've enjoyed all of his lectures. I won't sugarcoat that the material itself is very difficult, so I would recommend paying attention in class and studying!

People have been harsh with Daydif on this page, and due to that, I was worried at the start. My advice is to not panic. Four exams make up 80% of your grade. They aren't too bad. I got an 88% without studying once. The other 20% of your grade is clicker questions and online quizzes. He offers 20 pts. ex credit at the end, but its 20/20, not 20/0.

Very test heavy class. Reading the textbook is helpful but definitely not necessary. He is very intimidating but that is from face value, really caring and engaging teacher and lecturer. Definitely go to office hours for help, make your presence known when going to office hours. Total of 2 extra credit assignments, you get the code for it in class.

Professor Daydif is an amazing teacher. I'm honestly surprised that he's rated so low. The content can be difficult, but if you actually put in the effort, you will do fine. He offers extra credit and some buffer assignments, but exam scores make up the most of your grade. I've learned so much from him, and I've been so impacted by his teaching.

I am surprised Professor Daydif is rated so low. Micro ended up quickly becoming my favorite class this semester. The content is challenging but Professor Daydif makes it very clear to understand. He is very passionate about what he teaches keeps students engaged throughout lecture. Make sure to take notes and attend every lecture!!

Very enthusiastic and helpful. He does move quickly through the lecture slides so be sure to review them after class too. He is energetic and makes it obvious that he wants you to understand and succeed. You do have to understand that as it as a hard class, you need to put in high effort to do well.

Not many assignments for 205 but a lot for 206. Amazing lecturer, class never felt boring and he was very descriptive on what to expect for exams. I struggled a bit with the content so I found the course difficult but he answers questions when you need clarification very well.

ok professor, very passionate and intelligent, lectures have a lot of content, uses iclicker so attendence is basically mandatory if u want those points, small hw assigments before each test but are very relevant (iclicker questions are also relevant to test), those r the only things I studied and got solid c's on each test. tests r multiple choice

Professor Daydif is a great professor. I was hesitant in taking him because of reviews here, but he's really good. It is lecture heavy so don't sleep in class. He's straight forward with the material he's giving us. He uses analogies that makes sense like sparky babies for cell multiplication. He is also a daydilf if you want inspiration in class.

Professor Daydif's class is very engaging and informational. Attending lectures and staying awake during lectures is important because he talks about some information that are not on the slides. He'll repeat important pieces until you can't forget it, so I find that really helpful #StructureEqualsFunction!

Daydiff is really interested in the material he is teaching and it shows. His lectures were always entertaining. His exams are based on his PowerPoints and are multiple choice. As long as you attended class it was easy to understand. He uses iClicker for attendance and for points in the gradebook.

This class is challenging regardless of the professor, but I really enjoyed this course. Definitely is lecture heavy. The only assignments graded are the four exams plus one homework assignment per exam. I recommend studying a lot for this course. Daydiff was very engaging and entertaining during his lectures.

Professor Daydif can be a tough professor. He genuinely is great though. His class contains such valuable information and you can tell he wants his students to understand and learn the material. I came out with a better understanding of microbiology and confidence in what I had done to succeed.

Professor Daydif was a great professor! The material is challenging but he explains it thoroughly. Pay attention and take notes on the slides, attend lectures even though it is not mandatory. He has random open note quizzes while in class, they don't weigh much, but towards the end of the semester, they come in clutch. Go to office hours.

Daydif was a pretty good professor and seems like a great person overall! There is definitely a lot of information thrown at you quickly for it being a 100-level class, but all the slides are posted which helps. Attendance is important because the online clicker questions are worth points. The in-person labs were easy though!

I don't understand why Professor Daydif is rated so low! Yes, the class is difficult (what else can you expect from microbio), but Professor Daydif takes so much time in class explaining hard concepts and answering any and all questions he is given. It is evident that he wants his students to do well. Show up to class, study, and you will do great!

Daydif has been an amazing professor in MIC 205. Like any other science class, attending lectures will save your life. Boost up on those iClicker points, show up, do the online homework (which comes before any exam in his class), and you should be fine! Plus, Daydif makes jokes during class and it always makes the vibe great!

As far as the lab portion for MIC206 is concerned, it feels like a separate course, with minimal overlap with lecture. Your grade for lab will largely depend on your participation, doing your data sheets, and three big HW assignments plus two practicals. Attend office hours for help, communicate with your tablemates, and talk to your IA.

Amazing professor who genuinely cares about the content he's teaching, often will tell jokes or give real world examples to help students further understand concepts. Most engaging lectures I've had which is vital considering the challenging material. Very minimal HW so grades really depend on the 4 exam scores. Study, read his powerpoints for help

Prof Daydif has a great personality which is reflected in his lectures. Attendance is mandatory because he uses iClicker to ask questions throughout his lectures. There are 4 multiple choice exams which can be easy if you study for them well. I recommend rewriting his posted lecture notes on paper and reading the textbook for further elaboration.

Be sure to attend every lecture! It is the only way to pass: Ask questions in lecture! Visit his office hours for one-on-one help. He is extremely funny, his exams are difficult if you do not prepare for them. He wants you to pass, so please put in the work, and you will be successful. Do not believe all these bad reviews. He was great!

Amazing, took his BIO 181 class during the fall 2023 semester. Overall, the course is very well-structured and the exams were fairly easy. The key is to go over the lecture notes he provides and pay attention to any examples meant to enhance your understanding of the concepts taught. The exams mainly contain general ideas seen in the lecture notes.

Professor Daydif's class is challenging, but engaging. The lectures are informative, and he makes an effort to explain complex topics. Attending class, studying the textbook, and using resources like unstuck study for prep can really help. Overall, it's a tough but rewarding course.

This class was difficult for some, but I studied the lecture slides for tests and made sure I knew the material. iClicker questions were annoying but he gives extra credit opportunity at the end of the semester. Class itself wasn't as bad as I thought it would be

The class was tough, but as long as you studied the slides, you will do well on exams. The lab was not that difficult besides the pre-labs, which I would go to office hours for to get a better score. He is an extremely funny professor, and he makes the content very engaging and understandable. He also grades ICLICKER questions for points!

Besides the fact that he says "again" and "in other words" in every sentence, he is a great professor who loves what he does. You need to study a lot to get a good grade, and take good notes because he will sometimes test on certain things that he mentions. This class gets a lot of hate, but I notice it's the students who don't study that say this.