Shawn is a great teacher. Yes, he is arrogant, but he knows his stuff, and he is so adorable. He makes sure you know your stuff, and he lets us run the class, ie. we go over what we need, and that is how he lectures!!! Yes, quizzes on the internet, but you get to drop 10 or more. He is real helpful, and funny, love his beard, and smile

he has a different style of teaching which is great for me but might not be for others. he makes you understand the material in easy everyday language and examples.

I am very disappointed at the other students posting here that dislike Shawn. I agree he is hard, and if you don't want to learn, then I can understand how that might affect your opinion. I however am thankful that he has made me work so hard. After talking to some functional retards with other professors, we are lucky to have had Shawn.

An exellent. He's very chasllenging but, makes himself so available for helping students. If you put in the time and effort you will be rewarded. I have a 98% in this class and put in about 25 hrs a week studying outside of class. learning so much. The best teacher i've had here!

Shawn is the best teacher I've ever had. In order to do well in his class you not only need to know the definitions for everything, but also the applications. He has certainly turned me into a critical thinker. Many of us take this class to go into the medical field, where we have to apply this knowledge of biology every day. Thank God for Shawn!!

Very knowledgeable professor. Tests are tough, but if you prepare (at leaset 2 study hours for every hour in class), you should do fine. Definately recommended.

Hard class, good professor. If you are having a hard time understanding the material go to his office hours. He is extremely helpful. Gives lots of extra credit which helps your grade a lot.

He really knows BIO! But if you're looking to just slide by, don't take him! He makes sure you know and can then re explain what he teaches! He's awesome, but very hard!

Students are not used to his way of teaching. He DOES return emails, & he encourages students to meet him in his office if they have questions or are unclear about things. The problem is that he is brilliant & students are often intimidated by him, don't ask questions, & don't go to his office. I am. He holds you accountable for your own education.

Excellent

He has a way of illustrating what he is lecturing on to where you will understand. Very smart in this field and knows exactly how to teach it. He wants you to understand what you are learning not just memorize it. He is very helpful when you do not understand something.

Shawn is a very intelligent person who covers every aspect of the material. DL is a honor code class & if u dont study and do ur work, than yes u will not pass. Just because he is very smart in his field doesnt mean he doesnt care or its his way or no way, it just depends on the individual. if ur not smart enough 2 study, ur not smart enough 2 pass

Gives credit for correcting tests afterword. Helpful. Not easy but you gotta work to earn whatever grade you get in his class. Would do anything to help you learn!!!!

Shawn is a great teacher. The best teachers are not those that spoon feed you material, they are the ones that require you learn it and know it inside and out. He has online videos lectures and class time is used 4 discussion. You're in college you need to read the material ahead of time and be prepared to ask questions. He is very available to you

Took him for BIO 123 and 251 and think he's an excellent teacher. In order to pass his classes, you have to think critically and analytically. After taking his classes, I've received nothing less than an A in any other class I've taken since. Thanks Shawn for helping me become a critical thinker!

a bit vain and proud. put my butt through the ringer and made some cry, but it was worth it. i learned more from him than i did from any educator. this guy really knows his stuff and dose his best to make sure you know it to. if your not serious don't waste his time!

Very knowledgeable. Dynamic lecturer. Highly advanced mutant. Cell/Molecular Biology is a fascinating but challenging subject. Shawn teaches it like it matters. If you can put in the effort, Shawn is one of the best instructors around. If you like to whine about how unreasonably difficult things are, he will give you lots of what you like!

Shawn does not intentionally make students feel stupid. He simply answers questions without saying things like, "good question". He expects you to be an adult. His tests are not hard one you get used to them, but they are really intimidating at first.

Shawn Wright is a difficult teacher indeed, but that isn't to say that he is bad! In fact, he is quite the opposite! He makes his course very interesting and shows enthusiasm in the subjects that he is teaching. I took him for 201, 202, and I will try to take him for another class if possible. My advice: if you really want to learn, Take Shawn!

great class.

Shawn is a bit rude at times, but it doesn't seem like he intends to. This is a very demanding class but if you basically attend class and do most of the reading you'll learn a lot. He has an interesting way of doing lecture which helps learn a lot. I would definately take him again.

If you think there are not outstanding teachers in a Community College, he is the ultimate proof you are wrong!!! Even when his class is so demanding, it's not hard, and actually you will end up desiring to assist every time, I'm not fooling you, he is great. And just for the record, eventually he is a helluva fun.

A lot of work but he knows how to teach it. Took it online and learned a lot. Highly recommend this instructor.

You need to work for an A. He teaches it very well but he will make you work for it. excellent on-line class, I learned a lot. It is my interest.

Amazing professor. I went back and forth from hating his class and loving it (because of how hard it is). It is very difficult, but he is an outstanding professor (lecture was very good/interesting). He is an enthusiastic professor that really really knows his stuff. My favorite professor so far (and im at unm now). BUT BE PREPARED TO WORK HARD

He's a smart professor. But thats probably the only good thing about him. I took a lecture and lab with him and neither were supposed to be online but he does so many of his assignments online that it might as well be called one. He isn't nice to his students and has a ego too big for what he knows. I don't plan ever taking him again.

You may not appreciate him now, but the further down the road you go towards earning your degree- you will look back on Shawn's class with appreciation. There are so many gems he throws out about biology and life- some are bound to stick and make you a better student. Work hard- it's worth the trouble. Bio is a foundation- Shawn is excellent!

Shawn is awesome! He is challenging, but very fair. He gives a lot of quizzes and assignments, but only a fraction of them count for a grade. You can make mistakes on quizzes, exams, and other assignments, and that's okay. Only a certain percentage are counted...the highest ones. What I learned from Shawn is priceless. He is MIT or Caltech grade!

Shawn was a hard teacher, maybe a little intimidating at first , but toward the end I really felt like I learned a lot! He actually challenges students to work for their grade. And gives you plenty of opportunities to get a good grade. He is very intelligent and if you are taking micro to learn, I recommend him.

Loved the challenge and definitely respect him. He expects you to work but is completely accessible and gives many chances for bringing grades up, if needed.

Took this online; material wasn't especially hard, but he did NOT respond to emails. I was getting very frustrated with him and with the new Connect site we were using. When I finally went to see him in person, he couldn't have been nicer, but he shouldn't teach this online if he can't make himself available via email.

Shawn is a good instructor. Had him for Microbiology lab. He can be a bit gruff, and you MUST be pro-active in his class; he will not spoon-feed you! You will learn a lot and an A is possible with some work and even less-than perfection. Keep getting in his face even if he makes you feel dumb. I recommend him if you want to learn.

I had Shawn for three semesters for three different courses. I enjoyed the ability to eff stuff up and not have it be detrimental to my grade- as long as I understood why I eff'd up. I really enjoyed talking with Shawn out of class in person. The quizzes don't take long (~5 mins each), so having so many isn't that bad.

Take him. That is all.

Learned ALOT. He can be intimidating and may give a lot of work but it is necessary to learn and apply the concepts. He will not spoon feed you, you must ask questions if ideas are not clear. His intense teaching style is necessary and will get you ready for the upper level biology classes. I strongly recommend him.

You want to really learn Biology, then take a class with him. It is a LOT of work but he has an outstanding method of helping you understand. He is great and his passion for Biology is the reason I want to teach Biology as well. Go Shawn!!!

Shawn is a great teacher who knows how to teach. He expects his students to work hard and at least read the chapters and come to class ready to discuss the topic with other students. The best part of this class are the test corrections, which saved my grade in the end, to be very honest.

Meh. I was so excited to learn Microbiology but this class was just too much. Billion quizzes, homeworks, and extra credit options, but the exams are hard and there's not enough time considering open answer questions. You can submit corrections for extra points though. He did reply to my emails and explained concerns about questions.

Shawn's class is not easy. He is passionate about the subject, and wants you to be, too. He is not your typical CNM teacher... he expects you to work, and to fully understand the concepts. Can it be frustrating? Yes. Is he one of the best teachers I've had at CNM? Yes. You will learn a lot from him. Be ready to work.

Shawn is the best teacher I've had in my 125 credit hours. He is an excellent lecturer, and funny. Online HW gives ample opportunity to get good grades, but he expects a lot from his students. You MUST study and know the material to do well on his tests. Tests are long and tough! He lets you submit exam corrections for partial credit though.

This professor is one of my favorites. He is tough, but fair. He's got so much knowledge in biology, and his love for the subject is captivating and addicting. If you are an "A" student who takes classes seriously and study, you will be able to make an A, but if you are a lazy one who skips class or one who is a procrastinator, you will suffer.

Shawn is an amazing teacher. He can really weed out the true Biology lovers from the people who think it is "an easy class." He is insightful towards opening your eyes toward your environment and his tests are to test your true knowledge of the subjects. He makes you think critically! Which is key toward pursuing a Biology degree.

I took Shawn for molecular biology and purposely took him again for genetics. Yes he is tough, but whatever you learn with him is easily transferable to long term memory which is a must if you're taking the MCAT. Yes too many quizzes and homeworks and group projects, but if I could get A in both his classes so could you. He will make you work hard

took him for 201, 202, and 204 and fell in love with the class. would definitely recommend him to anyone. yes he is a little intimidating, but its better to ask questions than to stay confused.

Shawn's class was one of hardest classes I've ever taken. Expect A LOT of work. I'd suggest lightening up on your course load during the semester you take this class because it will take up a lot of your time. His exams are tricky but if you do bad there's always extra credit available. It is not impossible to get an A , though. Just study a lot.

Out of all of my classes this semester Shawn's was by far the hardest. Be prepared to read and take notes over a lot of material. Also, be sure to watch his video lectures before his actual lectures to help with the comprehension side of the class, and if you're going to his office hours, (which you should) always come prepared with questions.

I can see why students get frustrated with Shawn, but honestly, he's just the kind of teacher who loves what he teaches and expects the effort and the same amount of passion. Some people have a hard time being as excited about biology as Shawn so they just see this class as WORK, but what else would you expect in college? Just do the work. BE READY

"Survival of The Fittest" Is the best way to describe this class. The weak minded that cant handle constructive criticism should op out and find another professor. Shawn gives you every tool you need to succeed. It is up to you to utilize whats given to you. Want a good grade? You'll have to work for it. Thank you Shawn for inspiring me to learn.

Tons of material that he makes incredibly interesting, and cuts you no slack for not putting in the work required to get the grade you want. A lot of reading but it never feels forced. Online homework and group quizzes which are probably the most difficult part of the class. Be prepared for an awesome semester!

Shawn will make you work hard, but you will learn and retain so much! He has a bit of an abrasive personality, but don't let that put you off. Exams will test your understanding, not just rote memory. There are many opportunities to improve your grade (exam corrections, dropped quizzes, etc). Come prepared to work and you will do well.

I was a bit intimidated by the guy at first. However, this changed a couple weeks into the class. This is NOT an easy class. He DOES NOT hold your hand through every little thing. You are expected to WORK for the grade that you want. I think his class really prepares you for the harder classes and he is a VERY knowledgable professor.

If you are willing to take the time to study and really learn the material, you will be fine. Here are some tips: 1. Have the textbook chapters read BEFORE class (questions on quizzes) 2. Sample tests are pretty similar to actual tests 3. Ask Questions because everyone is probably wondering the same thing 4. USE ALL materials he gives you

Shawn is amazing!! I wish I could take every class from him. He wants you to learn outside class and then come and ask questions. Initially I hated the approach but once I got used to it I love it. I learn more with Shawn then any teacher I have ever had.

This semester mostly all of his tests were take home or at least partially and all were open notes. The class requires a lot of self study in order to prepare for the tests and get everything done. This professor knows A LOT about biology and could answer any question. I highly recommend him. I learned a lot

Class expectations are very clear. Fairly self directed class with ample opportunity to ask questions. Extra materials are provided beyond the lab manual. Extra credit offered related to the material and helped to learn terms. Overall I found the class to be very well structured and communication from the instructor was regular and clear.

He's sassy and will call you out but overall is a great professor. He makes you want to learn the material and makes little jokes to make the long labs manageable. The course itself is pretty self directed and as long as you follow his expectations of what is to be done each week its a very easy class

Shawn's lectures are great. No physical books (digital). Gives extra credit. responds to emails within 24 hours or a day after. Attending class is mandatory due to group assignments, quizzes, and exams. You need to read the textbook to understand the material. Explains concepts really well.

These reviews are not true in my opinion. Shawn is a great teacher! The instructions on how to do the lab are in the handbook. You have to carefully read every single step. He's probably bugged because we ask for help before reading instructions. You just need to read the chapter before coming into class.

Truly a nice guy who cares about his students, but his manner is off-putting. I get the sense he's a little burned out, so sometimes I had to argue with him about a question because he didn't understand what I was asking and assumed I wasn't paying attention. Generally good, but have a thick skin when preparing to ask a question.

Lectures are informative, plenty of extra credit, you're encouraged to keep track of your own grades, which can be confusing, but he'll fill in the blanks if you lose track. Weekly quizzes reflect previous class material and upcoming lab. Be prepared to get harsh answers for questions but don't take it personally and you'll get the info you need.