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“Also, laugh at his jokes so he doesn't feel bad”
BIO110 - 5.0 rating“One of the most amazing professor I have ever met”
BIO100 - 5.0 ratingClass Info
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74%
Textbook Required
64%
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Reviews (110)
HOTTIE!! really cool, nice, fair, tests are ok, go to class and you'll do fine
Excellent motivator and professor. Work hard and listen to him...he is very intelligent and deserves to be respected! You'll never find a better professor!
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GOOD TEACHER - BETTER PACKAGE! TOTAL HOTTIE! I TOOK THE COURSE INSTEAD OF CHEM OR GEOLOGY JUST TO LOOK (FANTASIZE?) AT HIM :)
The site tells me I write something, so - he's good.
He is a helpful and funny teacher. His tests are hard, but I had a good time in his class.
Wonderful teacher, wonderful motivator, all around best teacher i ever had.. not to mention a babe
U gotta 00work hard in his class, but overall a great teacher Sometimes a bit hard on students Looks like a model - I Would love to "earn and easy A" with him!
total hottie, i had trouble learning because i was staring instead of listening! i hope he continues to beautify the DCCC campus.
cool dude but the class was just too difficult cuz i no englis
Oh man, this dude's class is hard. WTF is with the women leaving ratings based on his looks. If you take this course, you'll have to work extra hard. I wish I took anderson again with his take home tests
Great teacher, its a hard course but you do actually learn things if you aren't to busy staring at him...and all I have to say is - it sucks he's a married man now ... haha
this teacher is great. mostly, students focus on his looks and handsomeness. that is not the issue. you came to school to study and not to study his teacher. peole complain that he is mean. he is not, he is only doing his job which is teaching. he is a great and an intelligent teacher who will make you study hard if you really want to. excellent.
Dr. Aquilani was and is the best science teacher at DCCC. He knows how to motivate his students, and I walked away from his class with a wealth of knowledge!!!
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An Awesome Teacher!
I took every class i possible could. Even Botany (who cares about plants?) I even went to Belize with him for 2 weeks (study abroad program). He rocks in every aspect. Hes a really really good teacher.
Such an awesome teacher. Right blend of challenging and interesting. Easy on the eyes as well.
he's a cool teacher
The best teacher I have ever had! He teaches the material so that you understand it not just memorize it. He is always willing to help you. If you need bio classes take his!!!
he is just ok
he is hard
He is an excellent professor and he has a cool teaching style. If you do your work and study then you will get an A in his class. But if you mess around to much you will most likely score low. He does not tolerate late assignments, and his test contain mostly essays but if you work hard you will do well.
good guy
He made learning fun and interesting. It also didn't hurt that he was easy on the eyes. He is one of the cooler professors I had.
STUDENTS, YEAH HES HOT BUT THAT GUY IS SO SERIOUS ABOUT ATTENDENCE. SO IF YOU ARE A SLACKER PLZ DON'T EVEN BORBER TO TAKE HIM. HE DEFINITELY HARD AND IF U ARE GOOD WITH EASY PLZ DON'T REGISTER. LITTLE TIME TO WRITE A LOT A STUFFS AND BETTER BE GOOD AND PRECISE OR U WILL NOT PASS. U GOT TO BE READY TO DO SOME SERIUOS STUDYING IN HIS CLASS.NOT REC'D
I didnt think he was as hard as other in my class did. I learned alot and liked his approach,
He is really anal when grading. Perfection describes him completely. And all his tests are open ended. However, his personality is really laid back and hes young, making him easy to relate to. And hes cute, too bad hes married...
Great guy, makes learning fun. Some good stories, and is there for you when you need help. Essay format for all tests. Know the material and no one could possibly have a hard time in his class. Best to show up if you want to do well.
He was awesome!
Best teacher Ive ever had. Work can be hard, but he is always willing to explain anything. Attendance is very important if you want to do well! Tests are essay format. Ive taken BIO 110 and 111 with him and also 200. I would highly recommend him if you need to take biology courses!
He is by far the best biology teacher at DCCC. He's very knowledgeable. He thoroughly explains everything. He really relates to his students. I wish he taught more courses at DCCC.
awesome teacher. the best i ever had!
Easy going, good teacher. Easy A. Loved the tests - they are essay questions, not multiple choice.
On the first day, I was wondering where that hottie was going to sit and then he stood in front of the class, heh. He's fun and interactive. He's willing to explain. There are lots of opportunities for points toward your grade. However, his tests are essays so you have to know the material very well. He also doesn't respond to emails.
great teacher! i highly recommend himmmm.
hard... tests are hard... dont take this guy if you want to breeze through bio. good teacher though.
Dr. Aquilani is a great guy. A fair to good teacher. He expects you to know the material well enough to be able to write a relatively strong essay on the subject matter. If you pay attention in class and study some, you'll at least get a B or a C. He's funny and, if he likes you, will talk to you about stuff outside of the class material.
STUDENTS BEWARE! Hes funny but going to school is to get good grades, not for his jokes.is he funny or not?not interested. his tests are extremely hard, you might get A/B if you have previous bio background, if not you ll likely to get C. If you think your grade is terrible and think you could drop? the answer is no. he could really ruin your day!
All notes online. Tests are essays, but straight from lecture. Relates info well. Got by without textbook. Easy A.
Funny and explained stuff well. My favorite teacher ever!
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You spelled his name wrong here. Great prof. really knowledgeable and down to earth
He's great! I loved him as my professor. I really learned a lot. All his notes are online and his tests are essays and short answers. He is very lenient when grading but you better know what you're writing on your paper. Be sure you memorize all the names. Lastly, spelling counts! If you need to take Bio, he is great!
Amazing teacher, amazing class. Highly recommend taking this class but be very prepared to get very dirty, work hard and learn a lot. Plus, if you can't arrive on time to an 8am class don't bother signing up because in this guys mind theres no greater sin than tardiness. Total hottie though ;)
Great class
He is a great teacher! I explains everything very well and like 10000x. He was easy for me because I have taken Bio courses in the past and he is the only one that made me actually understand what was happening and didn't just make me memorize.His tests are mostly essays but he digs through your answer to find the correct one.I HIGHLY recommend him
Great teacher, probably one of the best teachers I have had so far, his tests can be intimidating, mostly short answer and essay questions, but if you make sure you get the stuff in class and look over your notes your fine. He makes sure you get it in class and makes the information clear to everyone. taking him again for 111
Knowledgeable & explains lecture thoroughly. Down to earth. Tests str8 from lecture. Makes class enjoyable, but you have to study. Recommend
I'm taking him right now, he seems care his students and very down to earth.. BUT...!! His exams are very scary, you better know material very VERY WELL.. in order to answer the essay questions.. yeah..
He's very knowledgeable about the subject, and truly gets hands on with the students. He calls on students randomly, which means you have to be on top of your game in his class. He's a nice guy, but can be quite lame. He's VERY slow at handing back tests, and doesn't give progress reports. His tests are quite hard considering they're all 100% essay
He breaks everything down into it's simplest form. Makes you learn it from the ground up. Good teacher! Don't buy a book!
Really nice guy.
VERY NICE GUY. CARES GREATLY ABOUT HIS STUDENTS AND WILL DO ON THE SIDE STUDY TIME IF NEEDED. HE DOESNT USE THE TEXTBOOK, JUST PAY ATTENTION IN CLASS AND NOTES. TESTS ARE PRETTY HARD BUT IF YOU STUDY THE MATERIAL YOU WILL BE FINE. MOSTLY ESAY QUESTIONS. HIGHLY RECCOMEND
great teacher i love him . Plus his hot so i got a double whamy :)
I took his BIO 110,111 and 115 (ecology)...got three A, you have too understand the concepts and make sure you write fast as his test are all essays....no need to buy the book, just take notes really well....one other thing, he DOESNT respond to emails AT ALL....so ask questions in office or in class .... his explanations are easy to follow
He is a very engaging professor who takes the time to break things down to the simplest level and then builds from there. His essay tests are difficult but if you take great notes and study them you will be fine. DO NOT BUY THE BOOK, everything you need to know he tells you so make sure you don't miss a class or a lab!
He's a nice guy, but his tests are all essay and extremely difficult. Make sure you have a lot of time to commit to studying. Also, he's hot, so that's a plus.
I wouldn't consider him hard, as I got 2 A's, but, as others noted, his tests are all essay questions. His notes are all in powerpoint format, that you can print out, and he is very thorough in his lectures. As long as you take good notes as an addendum to the powerpoint notes, you shouldn't have any problems. Studying is a must. Great Professor!
Great man just took him for bio 2 he's cool he's young and super smart wish I taken him for bio 1 but whatever those reading this take his class for all your bio needs okay you'll learn alot and have fun
I wonder if I would ever have a good teacher like him.He was very helpful and clear. you did not need to go through the book if you attended his class regularly, and the lecture was clear that you could easily imagine how tests would look like. I would recommend this teacher to any student taking bio at DCCC
I loved this class
Great prof. very easy going. tests are not easy but if you study you will be fine. Also class notes are probably the most imperative thing in any of the courses he teaches. I had him for BIO 110 and 111 and he articulates his courses very well.
"Here's the rub" He's a very good professor, he knows what he's talking about and wants to make sure you know what he's talking about. Tests are all essay format, but during his lectures he literally hints to what the questions are going to be. Go to class and take good notes, you'll be fine. No textbook needed. Lab practicals were the hardest part
Dr. A is a very grate teacher. If you show up to class and do the work you will be fine. Plus he is eye candy to look at. His wife is a lucky woman...
He's a great teacher. He's a pretty sneaky teacher and some mini pop test were hard. He gives long study guides but some test were only about 10-15 so I was overwhelmed with the study guide. He's big on essay question they make up about most of the test! But if you read and ask lost of questions he's there to help!!! Good luck
Hard class, lots of material to learn, but really awesome teacher!! As long as you show up to class and study you should pass. He tells you what's on the tests/ practicals and you get points if you show basic understanding. I'm not a "bio geek" but I'd definitely take him again.
Took his Botany course- he gets stuck on some particular phrases, and he doesn't really use the textbook, but the course is really intuitive and deliberately set up so that he can adjust for students' interest. We did a stream study on campus just because! Very laid back and respectful, is easy to talk into teaching class outside in the spring.
He is a wonderful professor. Bio is a harder course so you will have to study A LOT outside of class. If you review the material again and again you will pass. He doesn't do extra credit so don't bother asking. You will do fine if you take good notes. He is also available if you are struggling in the class. I would recommend him if you take Bio.
The best!
Dr. Aquilani cultivated my newfound appreciation for one of my least favorite sciences. His teaching style is straightforward; pay attention+review the material. I recommend you print out his powerpoints before class and write down what he says in the margins, especially if he writes it on the board. Also, laugh at his jokes so he doesn't feel bad!
AWESOME!! He's a great professor, really knows what he's talking about. Dr. Aquilani is incredibly compassionate and willing to work with students that are willing to put in the work. Don't be afraid to ask questions, meet during office hours, or even talk about personal stuff. A+ guy. What you put into this class is what you get out of it.
The class was difficult and there was a lot of hard material to learn but he was very good at explaining it in a way to help us understand it. If you aren't determined, you will not succeed. You aren't graded on attendance, but I suggest you go to class in case he adds onto the notes and tells you what material will be an essay on the test.
One of the most amazing professor I have ever met! Professor Aquilani teaches the course so wonderfully, that it is easy to understand the materiel. Make sure to always review your notes and look at the slides he gives you and you will pass easily.
I got an A in both Bio 1&2 with him, but they were both the hardest classes I've ever taken. So much material is covered in depth. Tests are all essays. Be on time and be prepared for non stop note taking. He is tough, but is really passionate about biology.
Dr Aquilani takes his time and effort to clearly explain the subject. He is easy to talk to, hilarious and really cares about his students progress. Hes hands on and helps in every aspect of biology. He makes sure you understands the material and even offers help during office hour for class questions and advising.
He is an amazing professor. He understands the concepts well and is very passionate about the class. He wants the best for you inside and outside of the classroom. He works with students and is understanding.
Average instructor. Passed.
Best professor at DCCC. Really cares a lot about students being successful and will help students.
Very knowledgeable professor that is excellent at teaching in a way that you learn the material, not just memorize. Breaks the material down and is goood at linking it to real life. Offers extended help during office hours for class and advising. OverLl wonderful teacher!
DR AQUILANI is an amazing professor, he cares about his each and every student in his class. He is always ready to help anybody with matters related to class and careers. Amazing lectures and grades fairly.
Dr. Aquilani possesses a rare combination of genuine empathy for the student and mastery of the subject matter. Willing to provide detailed insights into the concepts, when needed, without wandering off topic and wasting lecture time. Just show up to class. It's a science course--can't really wing that stuff.
This man wants you to succeed as bad as he wants to breathe. Super chill, but super passionate and really really takes the time to explain concepts. He breaks it down barney style, you don't come to class you won't know the material on tests. You text or don't pay attention in class he has no sympathy when you have a D at the end of the semester
Dr. Aquilani is a very engaging and encouraging professor. Made class and lab mostly enjoyable, but tests and practicals always in same format, all open-ended written answers on a ton of material, which can be a struggle.
He's probably one of the best professors I've ever had. He's really respectful to all students and their goals. Makes himself available outside of class for help with class and advising. Overall great teacher!
Such a caring professor, Id take him 100x over. We all had so much fun in his class. In the beginning of semester hell ask u if theres any questions, ask him if you have to buy a lab coat ;) secondarily, the only good music is Led Zeppelin and if you play guitar or have any sort of hobby congrats! Cause the professor Is now ur best friend.
Dr A is a Great professor. Excellent at explaining concepts and very easy going which makes class enjoyable.
prof aquilani is very helpful and always willing to help and explain any questions you have. his tests can be tricky but are based on his lectures so if you really study you should do well. would recommend taking him again.
Curves your grade so much by the end of the year but I still don't know what I was taught in this class.
Dr. Aquilani is very encouraging and passionate about biology and makes class enjoyable. He teaches so that you actually learn the concepts and connect it to real life. Highly recommended!
Prof Aquilani is clear with expectations and super organized with everything due on one page so there was little confusion. His tests, quizzes and homework are multiple choice and lectures that are very in depth. I wish more science teachers described and taught lectures like he does.
I was a little nervous about taking biology online, but Dr. Aqualani made the course enjoyable and realistic. His lectures and way of speaking are awesome. He knows how to break down the material so you can easily learn, especially the unit on chemistry. His zoom hours each week were really helpful and real chill and efficient talking with stude
Professor Aquilani is a great teacher. He is very knowledgeable and passionate about the subject and always considerate and helpful when I needed help with class.
Doc. A was amazing! All I had to do was show up early and go over the notes from the previous class. The homework was to study. There was a paper, but it was really easy. He explains biology in a fun way that is easy to remember, and he is really funny. I tell everyone to take his class! I would've taken Bio 111, but I needed to take chem instead.
Great professor, very passionate about biology! I really enjoyed his class and teaching style.
Amazing professor and great class. I learned alot and have a new found love of plants!
Dr. Aquilani is a a great professor and one of my favorite teachers. He has an amazing way of breaking things down so they are understandable. he's really passionate about biology but keeps things light and fun. I had several of his classes and would take him for more if i could.
Straightforward class. Read the chapter, do the homework, take the quiz. The exams really were not very difficult and he provided a study guide. Encourages office hours but is accessible by email. Really nice professor!
Straightforward class. Read the chapter, do the homework, take the quiz. The exams really were not very difficult and he provided a study guide. Encourages office hours but is accessible by email. Really nice professor!
Dr. Aquilani is an incredible professor and probably one of the best teachers I ever had. Lecture was taught in a way that I actually wanted to come to class. His lessons were clear and tests mostly fair so that you could go to class and know what to expect. Fun!
The professor is really nice and helpful. If you are attending lectures daily you should be fine.
I enjoyed this class. The exams are only based off lectures so as long as you listen to them and study a little you should do good on them. The homework is time consuming but not difficult at all. I would definitely recommend this class and professor to everyone.
He wasn't as good as these reviews hype him up to be. He also gave me a 78 on my final paper and I've never gotten anything less than an 90 on an essay. He clearly doesn't know how to grade good papers. His lectures are ok, but the homework takes forever.... to do.
Can't say enough great things about this professor, I wish he taught more classes in Bio, would take him for anything. Obviously very passionate about this subject manner and his online lectures are great and easy to listen to.
I have taken bio three times in my life, and Dr. Aquilani is hands down the best bio teacher I've ever had. Show up to class, take notes, try. Studying is necessary, but you're in college. Sometimes you gotta study. Sorry champ. He is so passionate and he cares. He makes it make sense. All you need to do try. No homework.
Dr. Aquilani is hands down the best bio professor ive had the honor of learning from, he's fantastic at teaching tough concepts and actually makes learning the material fun. Super funny and chill guy but that doesn't mean you can slop by his class, its still college bio and you have to put in the work. Labs are super too :)
Difficult class and not a helpful teacher at all. Does not answer emails quickly enough either.
Dr.Aquilani is a decent teacher, gives a lot of homework and there are a lot of quizzes in his class along but fair. Given that he only gives only one research assignment isn't too bad. Overall aside from the homework overload not too bad of a class as a gen course if you're not a health sci or bio major.
Dr Aquilani is hands down the best science teacher I ever had. He teaches the lessons in a way so it is easy to understand. Very patient and willing to answer questions so it is learned. I would take him for other courses in a heartbeat if I could.
Class Info
Online Classes
100%
Attendance Mandatory
74%
Textbook Required
64%
Grade Predictor
Your expected effort level
Predicted Grade
A-
Grade Distribution
Common Tags
Rating Trend
Stable
+0.13 avg changeRatings by Course
110
5.0
(4)BIOLOGY
5.0
(1)ZOOLOGY
5.0
(2)BOTONY
5.0
(1)BIOLOGY101
5.0
(1)Difficulty by Course
BIO200
3.8
BIO
3.8
BIO111
3.7
BIO210
3.5
BIO110
3.2