Lots of people don't like him, but I did. He makes the objectives totally clear from the get-go. Notes come from everything he says in class, and all the notes were on the test. If you don't go to class, you can't pass.

He was tough, but fair. He expected students to learn the material, and not just memorize facts. I did not get the grade I wanted, but I did learn alot. I recommend him if you really want to learn biology.

I love mr choate i had him in high school and he is the greatest, always has funny stories about maggots coming out of dead cats and what happens when dead bodies have to fart-he's a great guy, don't be afraid of him i was at first but he's a teddy bear

He is a great teacher, but he does expect you to LEARN the material. Lab is pretty easy, but the tests are really hard and do require a lot of studying. Not a Blow off class, but a great guy and teacher! Would take his classes again.

Choate is a good teacher. He has a list of objectives for each test and you will have to take notes. The objectives cover most of what is on the tests, but since this is a college class you will have to review your book some. Labs are easy and he makes them fun. Be prepared for tests and do not get behind. Just ask for help; one great teacher.

This Professor is very tough, but it is a tough course.Be prepared to study.Also those hand outs he gives you make sure that you know them forward and backward.Regardless of how tough he is he is a great teacher.Don't be afraid to ask a "?" if you need help.But I wanted to let you know that this was the most fun class that I have ever taken.

Don't waste your money with this guy. I made a B, but i didn't learn anything. We just memorized stuff for the test and then forgot it all. He is never there in the lab. You need to take Trout or Stancampiano if you want to learn anything about animals.

Choate didn't try to make the class easier b/c there's nothing to do about the difficulty of this class. I earned my B in this class, and the one A in our class went to a super genius. Be prepared to study hard, study groups highly recommended! Don't be bitter about your B, you deserve it.

Lots of material and all of it was covered. Test every other day for 2 week intercession. I was nervous to take this prof because of all the bad ratings. He is a very good prof. Babies can't hang, that's all.

Shows what the last person knows - this professor doesn't even teach BIO 1514!

Hard! - but worth it. He will help you if you put out the effort. When he says start studying the first day of class, he means it!

He's an excellent lecturer. He knows his material. He's impatient with people who want to be hand fed. I'm a 4.0 student, yet got only a B+, even though I worked very hard.

Oh come on! This is college! He is presenting difficult material to students who are supposed to be adults. I worked my butt off for a C, but it was more my fault than his

Great professor. HARD material. Covering the whole animal kingdom in 16 weeks is not an easy task. Very clear and all the answers to the tests in Powerpoints that he gives you, but you have to know a TON of info. To make an A you have to study... HARD!!! I dont think anyone in our class made an A, but it is possible. A few came within a few points.

hard but fair - hard to ask questions and get a good answer

Good professor! Material is hard and there is a lot of it. He is organized and will work with you if you put out effort and show him you are interested. I feel very prepared for nursing school and boards

he is a hard professor but very good at his job. I have had two classes with him and the size at the end of the sem. was small. It is poss. to make a good grade you have to be willing to work for it. People on here keep whinning about the difficulty of his classes but its your fault what you make we're adults, this isn't high school any more.

Very good teacher, but if you want a good grade you're going to have to work hard for it. It is possible to get an A in his class, but you have to be ready for the first test, I wasn't and I've been working to bring my grade up the rest of the semester.

I took both A&P I, and A&P II 8 week classes. I made a B on the first one and an A on the second class, so it is possible to make an A. You really have to work hard for it, and missing a class is out of the question. As long as you go to class and follow the objectives, you will do just fine.

He is a tough professor, but it is possible to get an A if you prioritize. I work 2 jobs and still got an A in his class. And had a social life. I had to go to a work conference and he was more than willing to help me work around it. A little dry in his lectures but very informative.

Choate is good. The subject isn't easy...you can't be lazy in this class. You must show up for every lecture. His tests come straight out of his lectures, not the book.

Worked hard and made an A. He is fair and does things the way he says he is going to. Listen, take good notes and DO NOT MISS CLASS. The information is tough, but doable. This is no gimmie class - you have to work!

Eight week courses are the way to go! It is NOT EASY, but I managed a B in A&PI and an A in A&PII. I had to work like crazy, but Choate always had time for me and was willing to help. I got through both courses in one semester and am now ahead!

Go to class and take legible notes to study for exams. Study at home as much as possible to get an A. He will help you outside of class if you show that you are working hard. Use all the lab time for lab and don't leave early...not easy but you can learn a lot if you try.

The previous comments are made by wimps! This guy is as tough as nails, but you will learn more than you thought possible. I got out with a B, but learned so much. He was a great help, all you have to do is ask.

I don't remember the number of the class. It's A & P II. Choate is a very knowlegable man and, at one time, probably enjoyed teaching. He seems to have lost his love for teaching. He has a lot to offer, but he needs a refresher in life. His class is difficult, but I feel I learned a great deal. Record his lectures, type the notes. Study!!!

Choate took over my class after the teacher I originally had left after about four weeks. My entire class was way behind but Choate was very helpful and I ended up with a B. He is not an easy teacher but I learned the material very well. I would reccomend taking him if you care about actually learning not just the grade.

Choate is a fair teacher. You will not find things that he did not tell you about or go over on the test. Tests are part multiple choice and part short answer/drawing/listing. Yes, the class is difficult, but it's for health care professionals, and it's a breeze compared to some of the same science courses at OU.

Hard as nails!!! I amendment that you learn a lot but it is not worth it, if you get a D! I am not a lazy guy i have a grade point average of 3.6! He is just a bad teacher. Do not take his class.

He was great!

This is a hard subject. Too many people upset because they are not willing to STUDY! You will have to study. A LOT! But you will learn the material. He is willing to work with you if you show you are willing to work. Know your objectives. Tests are from objectives, lectures, and PowerPoint slides. If you actually put effort into these three things, you will do fine.

Great professor...very difficult class! If you really want to learn then Choate is the way to go. If are looking to just breeze by and study a few hours a week then you are setting yourself up for failure.

He grades the short answer and essay question part of his exams very strictly and it's where everyone lost points, but his lectures are concise and clear; take good notes. I also read the book and found it to be extremely helpful. Exams are based on the unit objectives and reading chapters, study from them and you'll pass but you need to work hard.

Choate is very difficult. All tests are based on the course objectives. 80 percent is multiple choice (but the questions are very tricky and you have to really know the material) and the other 20 percent is short answer. If you take good notes (I recorded all lectures for later review) and are willing to spend 10-15 hours a week, you will get an A.

If you want an easy professor who gives assignemts that help boost your grade, or gives extra credit, or tells you exactly what will be on the test, don't take Choate. If you want to be challenged, and really learn the material, and have the time to study, take him. If you want an A or B in this class, plan on spending 10+ hours per week studying.

I admire and fear this professor. His talking can be recorded to make a textbook. He is amazingly smart. You will have to listen to him in class, he doesn't ramble, every sentence is a fact, he's that scary. Memorize the powerpoint well. Very interesting and serious class.

I had Prof. Choate for A&P I and it was one of the most demanding classes that I've ever taken...and I have a bachelor's degree. That being said, Choate has an uncanny knowledge of the subject matter and is a very good, yet very strict professor. If you take him and are expecting an easy A, you will be very upset with the results.

I have never spent so much time studying for a class as I do for Prof Choate's class, but I do believe that he is a great teacher. He is very helpful and understanding. I don't know why others said his tests do not match his lecture, because the tests are almost verbatim to his lectures and power points. take good notes w/his powerpoints!

Test material is taken from the power points and additional information given in class. He isn't a bad professor; he is approachable and will discuss your grade with you. The grading policy and course expectations are outlined clearly. Expect to spend many hours studying for this class in order to do well.

Contrary to most, Choate is a great teacher. His teaching style is difficult because we are looking for that easy A. This class (especially labs) demand your attention. If you want to learn, choose Choate.

Do not expect to walk into the class and have an easy A. It is definitely possible to get an A, but you will have to put the effort in into it. Choate will answer any questions you have, so he is very approachable. The only complaint I have is on occasions he will not be in his office during his plan; therefore, schedule in advanced

many students dropped the class and complained about how hard he is. Personally I want intelligent practitioners taking care of my families medical needs, not lazy incompetence. He is an excellent, respected prof that teaches well and wants you to be a competent professional. Students that work hard in lab and study the lecture notes will do well.