3.2

Tate Carter

Biology - Brigham Young University - Idaho

3.2
Quality
2.8
Difficulty
70%
Would Retake
255
Reviews
3.2
Quality
2.8
Difficulty
3.3
Helpful
3.2
Clarity

70%

Would Retake

255

Reviews

Rating Distribution
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What Students Say

His tests are extremely hard, but they don't account for too much of your grade if you do bad

FDSC101 - 2.0 rating

To be honest, I had a hard time with him

FDSC101 - 3.0 rating
Class Info

Attendance Mandatory

69%

Textbook Required

85%

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Reviews (255)
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BIO110
Apr 12, 2004

Good class. Lots of fun, although cannot be on-on-one because of so many students.

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BIO100
Apr 16, 2005

Good class. My favorite part was that he began every class with a joke. He explains Bio very well. (I don't think I have ever laughed harder while taking a test.)

5.0
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BIO100
May 26, 2005

No Comments

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BIO452
Sep 1, 2005

Very very funny guy, always willing to explain things or help in any way possible.

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BIO100
May 30, 2007

I was excited to take a class from him! I thought it was going to be pretty easy to get a good grade too. I was right about class being fun but that was about it. There are 3 tests and that makes up your final grade. His tests were not very easy either. I studied for hours before taking them and still came out with a C. Good luck!

3.0
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BIO100
Jun 9, 2007

He i sa good teacher but sometimes confusing, his test are hard, because he usually changes words around making it confusing. but over all pretty good.

5.0
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BIO100
Nov 5, 2007

One of my favorite instructors. Great sense of humor. Very knowledgable. Very willing to help you and answer any questions that you may have. If you need a bio class you would be foolish to take if from anyone else.

3.0
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BIO100
Jun 13, 2007

He knows his stuff, but the tests are really hard. Participation points are bogus! He requires between 30-40 comments a semester, but with more than 100 kids in the class this is quite a feat. I have learned a lot though, make sure to take really good notes because any comment made in class could be on the test. Study hard!!!!

3.0
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BIO100
Nov 9, 2007

He mumbled a lot when he lectured, never used power points but we couldn't read his writing on the board, and while he may be a nice man, the class was a very unpleasant experience. His tests were hard and out of a class of at least 150, only 1 or two people got As, a few Bs, but most got Ds. DO NOT TAKE HIS CLASS!

3.0
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BIO100
Dec 11, 2007

Brother Carter keeps his class fun most of the time. It's just full-on lectures but they get pretty interesting sometimes. The only thing I didn't like was the comments. You have to make 30 comments per semester but it's hard to do so with so many students in the classroom. That brought my grade down a lot. i would recommend him though-good teacher

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BIO100
Mar 20, 2008

he is really hard and not the best teacher... if you like to laugh and you know a lot about bio... then you will do fine but if you want to learn take it from a different teacher

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BIO110
Apr 6, 2008

Okay fair to say: I'm a complete idiot when it comes to science. Just be warned, other science dunces, this will be a definite challenge! Nice man, good sense of humor, but not very clear on a lot of things. 30 Comments were required, but not hard to obtain if you just ask questions. Overall not really recommended.

1.0
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BIO118
Apr 11, 2008

This class was ridiculous. i thought i had studied sufficiently for each test. but when i got the scores back they were far from satisfactory. I can't suggest this teacher to anyone. Don't get me wrong as a person he's awesome, but as a teacher? I don't think so.

3.0
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BIO118
Apr 9, 2008

He doesn't make it clear what you need to know for the exams. Many random facts on exams. The Field Biology class was fun, but it was hard to prepare for exams. Workload was fairly light, but it's horrible studying for the ID tests and Exams.

4.0
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BIO118
Sep 19, 2008

We got to ride horses around Idaho and learn about science. If you have the chance to take horseback discovery for BIO science, DO IT!

5.0
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HORSEDISC
Aug 4, 2008

Bro. Carter is awesome. He is a hard teacher but is an amazing guy. He lets you know what he will test on but it is hard. Great guy!!

4.0
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BIO118
Nov 11, 2008

I loved Professor Carter! he was a wonderful teacher, he made everything very clear, had a great sense of humor and was willing to adjust to the needs of his students. his classes requires some work, but it's all fun.

5.0
1.0
BIO118
Dec 13, 2008

Brother Carter is the nicest teacher you will ever have! The class was very interesting, and Brother Carter is a fun teacher! He will tell you everything you need to know to do well on the test, all you have to do is study.

2.0
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BIO100
Jan 2, 2009

He a great guy and try to be your friend. He is not clear or organize at all get off subject very easy. Test never know what going to be on them, a major part of the grade is a comment log.

3.0
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BIO100
Mar 23, 2009

He's a funny guy, but not a good classroom teacher. from what I've heard, he's an amazing teacher in his range class, but he's boring in the classroom. I sat in the back of the classroom, and he was so quiet I often fell asleep. And the comments are so silly, people say the same things over and over to get their points, so carter doesn't teach.

1.0
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BIO100
Mar 15, 2009

Terrible teacher.In a class of 135, he expects everyone to make 30 comments during the semester, so class is spent with people making random comments just to get their points.When asked about stuff that will be on the tests, his answer is "I don't know" or " read the book". He gives no direction because he is lazy and set in his ways.

1.0
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BIO100
Mar 28, 2009

Funny, but not an effective teacher. In a class of ~140 people he based 30% of our grade off of whether or not we asked 30 questions in the semester. Because of this, class was always a waste because people just asked a ton of pointless questions. We never got to study what would be on the test and fell way behind. Avoid this teacher.

3.0
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BIO211
Dec 17, 2009

This class is ridiculous. Brother Carter was very unorganized. He'd walk into class and ask what we wanted to talk about, instead of teaching us. The final is worth 70% of your grade. The whole class was a waste of time and effort. I'm confident that others would agree with me.

1.0
3.0
BIO210
Jul 8, 2010

Worse teacher i have ever had at BYU-I. I didnt learn anything and all of the homework was just busy work. Makes you take quizzes that you didnt learn about in class

2.0
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FDSCI203
Aug 25, 2010

Tate is not that great of a teacher. He doesn't respond to emails, nor does he give good clear lectures. I didn't learn a thing.

1.0
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FDSCI101
Feb 10, 2011

Asks opinionated questions and expects certain results. Half of the questions on the weekly reports are opinion.

1.0
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FDSCI101
Mar 10, 2011

It's an easy A. yet, it's very unenjoyable. try to take it with another teacher. He's not clear at all and doesn't really know what he is talking about most of the time.

2.0
2.0
FDSCI101
Mar 11, 2011

Bro Carter is a nice enough guy, but doesn't have a clue when it comes to class. He doesn't really teach he more or less reads the slides for the lesson that he didn't write himself so he doesn't know what is on them. And his tests are hand written and most of what is in them is not what he "teaches" in class.

2.0
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BIO101
Apr 1, 2011

This was my first semester at college so I was really pumped up about it. This class was a major letdown. He just doesn't know what he's talking about and tries to force his opinions on students. Overall Boring and I didn't learn hardly anything. Try a different teacher!

2.0
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SCI101
Apr 1, 2011

I JUST THINK THAT HE NEEDS TO BE MORE KNOWLEDGEABLE ABOUT THE SUBJECTS AND SECTIONS THAT HE IS TEACHING, SO AS TO BETTER ANSWER THE QUESTIONS THAT THE STUDENTS HAVE ABOUT THE MATERIAL BEING PRESENTED TO US.

2.0
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FDSCI101
Apr 1, 2011

Brother Carter is a really nice guy but just like everyone else has said, he doesn't know what he is talking about. I can't tell you how many times he answered our questions with; "it's my opinion that..." or "I think..." or my favorite "I don't know." I will still get an "A" or "B" in the class but I didn't learn much at all.

3.0
1.0
FDSCI101
Apr 1, 2011

Bro Carter is really nice and loves to joke around but as far as material goes often his tests are more in depth than what we went over in class and he doesn't offer a study guide of any form. The tests are comprehensive so its difficult if you're not constantly looking back to previous chapters to remind yourself.

1.0
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SCI101
Apr 1, 2011

The only reason I understood anything is because I've already taken higher science classes. He's a great person but a horrible teacher. There were many times when the class would ask a question and he'd respond with 'I don't know'.

4.0
4.0
FEDSC21
Apr 1, 2011

Most of the time clear. Very humorous and enjoyable. Thank You.

4.0
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FDSCI7
Apr 1, 2011

You don't need a textbook. The textbook is online. Overall it is a really good class. It is very interesting and not too difficult. Except, the test questions are a little challenging. The tests didn't always contain what I expected. But overall I liked the class.

4.0
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FDSCI101
Apr 1, 2011

Brother Carter is awesome. His tests usually go deeper than what we do in class. Fun class.

3.0
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FDSCI21
Apr 1, 2011

His tests were extremely hard for me, and we never had any review sessions. He just assumed that everything he taught was crystal clear for everyone.

3.0
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SCI101
Apr 1, 2011

Carter is really cool, and his class is pretty enjoyable, but nobody did well on his tests so that made the course a little frustrating.

4.0
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FDSCI101
Apr 1, 2011

Good teacher...very funny!

5.0
2.0
FASCI101
Apr 1, 2011

Great Teacher

2.0
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FDSC101
Apr 1, 2011

I really liked this professor, although I thought the material was a little confusing, and not always clearly explained.

2.0
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FDSCI101
Apr 2, 2011

You pretty much can learn everything you need for the tests from the text. The only problem with his tests, and the reason everyone does so poorly on them, is that the wording of the questions, and the answers, is just awful, convoluted, and downright confusing. He is also not very good at explaining things not in his area of study. Don't take him.

2.0
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FDSCI27
Apr 2, 2011

I didn't get anything out of this class. The questions on the tests are worded horribly, they are difficult to understand, and most don't too well on them. I ended the semester with having no desire to even go to class because it wasn't even beneficial.

3.0
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FDSCI101
Apr 2, 2011

he was a good teacher. I felt that most of the concepts taught were clear.

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FDSCI7
Apr 2, 2011

Bro. Carter is an awesome guy. He is way cool and funny, but he is not a good foundations teacher. he doesnt know much besides biology. he really tries but is super unclear. the tests are super hard and super super tricky. they arent very long so if you miss more than a couple you get a bad grade.

3.0
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FDSCI101
Apr 2, 2011

Brother Carter is a really nice guy. His class though is really confusing and hard to comprehend. You must know all of the text in order to do somewhat well on tests. In class he isn't always clear with correct answers, he goes back on what he says a lot. Foundations just isn't the right course for him to be teaching.

5.0
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FDSCI101
Apr 2, 2011

He was very helpful if you had questions. If you didn't understand he would try to explain it in a way that you could understand. Tests weren't too hard if you read your material and studied. He always starts class with something funny. He is a pretty laid back guy.

3.0
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FDSCI101
Apr 2, 2011

Brother Carter is the nicest man you will ever meet. He truly wants to help you and class is always light and fun. The weekly quizzes are extremely easy; however, tests are crazy. Even studying all the material that is available to you doesn't guarantee you'll do well. Love him to death but too much trouble for just a foundations course.

3.0
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FDSCI101
Apr 3, 2011

Brother Carter is a way funny and cool guy. He wants to help you understand things but somehow the connection between student and teacher is not there. Quizzes super easy, but test are extremely hard. studying all the material doesn't guarantee you'll do well. Great person, to difficult for just a foundations course.

2.0
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FDSCI101
Apr 3, 2011

doesnt seem to know very many answers to questions and doesnt really help you prepare for tests.

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FDSCI7
Apr 3, 2011

Very hard science class, he used powerpoints in class and you were left to read the book after class. Tests were extremly hard,our class average was very low. He was funny but I would not take his class again.

3.0
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FDSCI101
Apr 3, 2011

There is nothing bad to say about Brother Carter. There also isnt anything really good to say. Its a foundations class so it sucks to begin with. He does show funny videos or read funny jokes at the beginning of every class which is cool.

3.0
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FDSCI101
Apr 3, 2011

I loved professor Crater he really is sweet and is always smiling but I felt like this was a very difficult class and the tests were so hard even if i studied hard! As much as I love him as person, I would not take his class again.

4.0
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FDSCI7
Apr 4, 2011

Brother Carter makes for an enjoyable class. He would go to the end of the earth to help you. The trick is you have to ask and not just in class when he is on the spot. He wants to help you understand everything. Trick is go to his office and ask for help.

3.0
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FDSCI101
Apr 4, 2011

Bro. Carter is a great guy. But, he is a biology teacher, not a FDSCI teacher. He didn't really know a lot of the stuff we learned out of the book which made it hard to get a good understanding of what we had to learn. Wouldn't recommend him, but he's not too terrible. Great guy though! He tells jokes before each class which I enjoyed.

2.0
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FDSCI101
Apr 4, 2011

the teacher would expect us to do well on our tests without giving us any real guidance. He would go over the chapters in class briefly then have us read and do study groups once a week. Not much help when studying for tests. Very nice guy though!

3.0
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FDSCI101
Apr 4, 2011

Brother Carter seems very knowledgeable in his subject, yet I couldn't understand most of his lectures. He doesn't require much work, but expects a lot for his tests.

2.0
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SCI101
Apr 4, 2011

Great person. The tests didn't really pertain to what we studied. He doesn't give very much guidance. Class didn't help me understand hardly anything.

4.0
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FDSCI7
Apr 4, 2011

He's alright. The tests are tricky but I'm pretty sure that the teacher didn't make the tests.

3.0
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FDSCI101
Apr 4, 2011

Brother Carter was a great teacher. The class was very easy, with lots of grades available, such as quizzes, group work, and prep. reports. Besides this, the tests are a little difficult, and not the best written. Otherwise, it was a great experience and I learned a lot!

5.0
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FDSCI101
Apr 4, 2011

One good teacher i love him.

4.0
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FDSCI101
Apr 4, 2011

Brother Carter is very willing to help you outside of class, but for FDSCI he doesn't always have the answers.

3.0
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FDSCI101
Apr 4, 2011

Good Teacher, I do not think that it is his fault that the class was the way it was. He teaches well. but the foundation class all seem like a joke to me.

2.0
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FDSCI101
Apr 5, 2011

His tests are pretty tough. Nice guy though.

4.0
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FDSCI101
Apr 5, 2011

Pay attention in class and take good notes and you will do fine. Sure it's a 100 level class, but this is college. You can't just ignore the lectures and assignments and expect to get a good grade. He is a super nice person and willing to help, but you have to be willing to ask for help if you need it.

3.0
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SCIFD21
Apr 5, 2011

I enjoyed him as a teacher but the tests are hard it seemed like a lot of the test questions were on stuff that we didn't cover in class or in the readings, or on random things that no one knows.

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SCI101
Apr 5, 2011

Know Biology very well, has a great sense of humour and I enjoyed his class alot!

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FDSCI7
Apr 5, 2011

i was never really sure what was expected of me. he didn't tell us about several assignments till it was almost too late. the tests have very badly worded questions and not all the material on the test was covered in full detail in class.

3.0
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FDSCI21
Apr 5, 2011

He really motivates you to be independent. Read the material thoroughly and have a good attitude and you'll do well. He's a little shaky on teaching to your understanding. This class is probably just too basic for his complex knowledge.

3.0
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FDSCI101
Apr 5, 2011

Found it very hard to understand what it was that i needed to study for test.

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FDSCI101
Apr 5, 2011

For foundation Science 101, he's not so great on the non biology related subjects (Universe, Atomic models), but with geology and biology he's very knowledgeable.

1.0
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FDSCI101
Apr 5, 2011

Nice guy. Seems like he'd be better teaching higher level classes. Unclear about answers to questions a lot of the time. Tests are hard.

3.0
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FDSCI27
Apr 5, 2011

Nice guy, willing to help if you ask, but does not do a good job making what you need to know very clear.

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FDSCI07
Apr 6, 2011

Very entertaining in FDSCI 101. Keeps class interesting. He helps prepare us for higher science classes. Teaches us to take responsibiltiy and work hard.

3.0
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FDSCI101
Apr 6, 2011

Test were hard

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FDSCI101
Apr 6, 2011

nice guy.

3.0
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FDSCI101
Apr 7, 2011

Brother Carter very likeable and knows a lot about biology. Sometimes I felt like he wasn't really able to answer my questions on other scientific subjects, though. his tests are a little unpredictable. He leaves most of the teaching up to the text book and quizzes before class, and group work after class. Class is mostly just a review period.

2.0
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FDSCI101
Jun 29, 2011

I asked what to study for the Atoms section and he said everything... Mean score = 58%

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FDSCI101
Jul 13, 2011

Bro. Carter is a great entertaining guy, but his tests are VERY unpredictable. The average score was always 60's or below. Class is spent reviewing powerpoint slides, and that's it.

3.0
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FDSCI101
Jul 13, 2011

The questions in each test are only 25 questions, so each question worth a lot.

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FDSCI203
Jul 13, 2011

Awesome teacher! He really knows his stuff and enjoys teaching it. He is funny too, which is a plus!

3.0
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FDSCI101
Jul 13, 2011

He is down to earth and nice, but this isn't his forte. He is good at letting us know when he doesn't know something. He doesn't just say something, he is humble.

4.0
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FDSCI101
Jul 13, 2011

Bro. Carter is a great teacher! I enjoyed his humor and the atmosphere he created in class! I would take another class from him in a heartbeat if the opportunity came up!

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FDSCI203
Jul 13, 2011

you'll love brother carter!

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SCI203
Jul 13, 2011

Definitely knows his stuff. I was in the Horseback riding class. You will be expected to memorize quite a bit.

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FDSCI101
Jul 13, 2011

very good and helpful

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FDSCI101
Jul 13, 2011

Brother Carter is funny. When he comes to biology, he knows his stuff. It is hard for him to explain the geology, physics and chemistry part. The tests are pretty hard, so you have do be diligent in all the other class assignments to make up for it. But, I still will suggest him as a teacher. He's inspiring and does his best to help you succeed.

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FDSCI36
Jul 13, 2011

Bro Carter was way good, the only hard part was he didnt understand some parts of the science, like the chemisrty portion. But overall it was good.

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AS145
Jul 13, 2011

I LOVED the Horseback Discovery class that he tought. It was one of my best college experiences. The Religion class was interesting and it was fun to learn about all the animals and such in the science class. Everyone that loves the outdoors should take at least his Horseback riding class and his science class

2.0
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FDSCI101
Jul 14, 2011

Learned some on my own...through reading. The FDSCI101 is so broad. Too many things being covered. I would come out of a test feeling pretty good and do poorly. Quizzes and prep work was easy. Tests were difficult. Didn't care for the jokes. Nice guy.

4.0
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FDSCI101
Jul 14, 2011

Very nice guy. The problem with this FDSCI 101 was that it is very broad and the tests were very difficult and ridiculous. I would study for hours and still do horrible. Brother Carter is a good teacher when he knows the material but most of this coarse was over his head as well as ours. The blind teaching the blind.

4.0
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AS145
Jul 14, 2011

He is a nice guy and easy to get along with. The trail riding class was a wonderful experience and I really liked it. The religion class was insightful and I loved reading the conference talks in the Ensign. Science was my least favorite. There's just so much to do but I did learn a lot about plants and animals and their scientific names...

3.0
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SCFD110
Jul 14, 2011

Brother Carter is no doubt a way cool guy, he's very understanding and open to questions in class, but he doesn't do too much over-view on his test (mainly because he doesn't write them). I hear he's a pretty good teacher in Biology and just fills in as a teacher for this class, so for a fill in, he's a lot of fun and cares enough about the materia

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SCI203
Jul 14, 2011

Bro. Carter is super cool. I took the Horseback discovery tour and had him for Rel333 and Environmental Stewardship Sci203. Make sure you ask questions if you have them because sometimes he forgets to inform the class about things. Just do the work and you'll be fine. If you get a head start on the homework it won't be so hard.

3.0
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FDSCI101
Jul 14, 2011

Brother Carter is a very good man. Science foundations is outside his expertise. His test are difficult and class averages are low. His lectures are somewhat boring and unclear. He is always open in his office for help and to go over the tests.

3.0
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SCIFD101
Jul 15, 2011

Good professor!

3.0
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SCI203
Jul 15, 2011

Brother Carter is a great person and a helpful teacher. The Horseback Discovery Program was awesome. I took Environmental Stewardship and Teachings of the Living Prophets from him. I felt that some of his lectures were tedious at times and you need to ask questions to make sure you are on top of everything that is due.

3.0
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FDSCI38
Jul 15, 2011

Brother Carter is a good teacher. I wish that he would have given us a better idea or a study guide for the tests. The tests were difficult and this is where I struggled the most in this class.

3.0
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SCI1
Jul 15, 2011

If I could redo it, I would take Living Prophets, Env. Stewardship, and Trail Riding separately rather than to have them all from Brother Carter. He's a great guy but just an OK teacher. Classes are a lot harder than expected.

4.0
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FDSCI203
Jul 15, 2011

Bro. Carter is a great teacher. I took the Horseback Discovery Program and it was an unforgettable experience. He didn't really follow his syllabus too well and the class was not what I expected but I still really enjoyed him as a teacher.

3.0
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FDSCI101
Jul 15, 2011

I like the material that we learned. However, I felt that we were not as well prepared for the exams, as we should have been. The test averages got as low as 58%. I like Bro. Carter as a person, but not as a professor. If the exams measured classroom learning and readings the class would have been more enjoyable.

4.0
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REL333
Jul 16, 2011

Brother Carter is fun and kind. Horseback discovery is the coolest class, and I definitely recommend it to everyone! Science and Religion weren't hard, but you have to do your work and study outside of class to do well.

5.0
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FDSCI101
Jul 20, 2011

I really enjoyed this class. Bro Carter was fun and entertaining and I learned a lot in this class. You have to do your work outside of class and meet with your group and those are all easy points for your grade. His tests are not easy by any means, but you have to study. If you study...not cram for the exams you will do fine.

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FDSCI203
Jul 20, 2011

Brother Carter is one of my favorite professors. He is very fun and helpful. He does a good job at clarifying anything that you might not understand. He is a great teacher because he is patient and extremely knowledgeable. Also, the Horseback Discovery is, hands down, the best class you could ever take; it is so fun and I really did learn a lot!

1.0
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FDSCI203
Jul 21, 2011

I didn't like the class at all. He was available outside of class but his explanations were useless. If your not one of his favorites good luck getting above a C. Usually I don't tell people not to take a professor for a course, but if you have your head on, don't take his class!

3.0
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FDSCI101
Jul 21, 2011

I took him for Foundation Science 101. He is a good guy, but the tests were incredibly hard. There were always low class averages for them and there aren't any study guides provided. That was my major complaint for the class.

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FD203
Aug 25, 2011

He is a really nice guy, just don't take environmental stewardship from him. He didn't seem to care about the subject. But the problem was that NOTHING was clear. When assignments are due is super confusing. And tests and quizzes are way harder than they need to be.

2.0
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FDSCI5
Sep 9, 2011

Bro. Carter was a difficult teacher only because he didnt know the material he was teaching and admitted it to the whole class on the first day. He doesnt prepare you for the tests. One test we had the class average was 52%. I still recived and A in the class, but only becasue I made sure our groups did excellent on all assignments

2.0
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FDSCI211
Nov 17, 2011

Brother Carter doesn't know the subject he is teaching. He just gives out busy work and expects you to get something out of it. Doesn't accept late work unless you're a girl. This class isn't that great, and the teacher didn't make it any better.

4.0
1.0
FDSCI203
Dec 6, 2011

Easy class. If you study the slides he gives right before the quiz you will get an A. Just do your projects. One of the most easy classes.

5.0
2.0
FDSCI203
Dec 6, 2011

I don't understand all of these negative comments. Brother Carter is a funny nice guy. The class isn't difficult and it is very possible to get an A in his class if you put in the work. Not much out of class work. Do the assignments, and you'll be fine. I would recommend Brother Carter to anyone!

3.0
3.0
FDSCI203
Dec 6, 2011

Environmental Stewardship was a good class. Fairly easy and Brother Carter is funny. Class was a little boring sometimes though. Not a lot of homework. The tests are short but tricky. Study his power points and you'll do well. Over all, average class.

3.0
2.0
FDSCI14
Dec 6, 2011

Brother Carter did well to cover the material. Sometimes the material had to be stretched out because there was not much to cover. Class could have seemed a little repetitive when class time needed to be filled but no new material needed to be covered.

4.0
2.0
FDSCI203
Dec 6, 2011

I enjoyed the discussions we had in class. He was upbeat and not boring to listen to.

3.0
2.0
FDSCI203
Dec 6, 2011

He is a nice guy. However, he doesn't explain some of the assignments, so you are left to figure out how to do it on your own.

4.0
3.0
FDSCI203
Dec 6, 2011

He is a good teacher. Down to earth and very helpful. He got you thinking a lot about how and why we do things locally and globally. I recommend taking this class.

2.0
4.0
FDSIC203
Dec 6, 2011

I liked the jokes he would tell before class. He did not explain the things due very clearly which was very had to deal with. but overall he was a very nice guy.

3.0
3.0
FDSCI203
Dec 6, 2011

A pretty nice guy and willing to help you get through the class.

5.0
3.0
FDSCI203
Dec 6, 2011

Really nice guy always willing to hear questions and answer them. I like that we were tested on what was taught and we were not tricked or blind sided you knew what to expect on quizzes.Great teacher!!

4.0
2.0
FDSCI203
Dec 6, 2011

This is a teacher that will work with you when you need a teacher to help you. He does a great job at reading the class and teaching accordingly.

4.0
2.0
FDSCI203
Dec 6, 2011

I really liked Brother Carter, he is very funny and makes the class interesting. I felt like some assignments could have been better explained but it was a pretty easy class.

4.0
2.0
FDSCI203
Dec 6, 2011

He is a nice guy and an okay teacher but very easy and sometimes felt like it wasn't worth my while to go to class.

4.0
1.0
FDSCI203
Dec 6, 2011

ReHe makes funny jokes at the beginning of class every time and he is a really nice guy but as for the class it really is not that interesting but he does try to make it more interesting. It is super easy but honestly mostly I did homework for other classes in this class.

3.0
2.0
FDSCI203
Dec 6, 2011

I enjoyed taking this class from Bro. Carter. He is pretty layed back and all the work is reasonable and he gives you enough days do get it done. He cancled class sometimes. You turn all work in in class. All work is described on line. Easy readying but sometimes the reading was long; followed by pop quizes. Bro. Carter is great and layed back.

3.0
3.0
FDSCI203
Dec 6, 2011

Good class very organized

3.0
3.0
FDSCI203
Dec 6, 2011

Brother Carter was a good teacher. Sometimes it would be difficult to actually remember when assignments and tests were due, but other than that, he was a really nice guy. If you like science, I would recommend taking your FDSCI203 course with him. It is rather easy if you do the work and go to class.

4.0
1.0
FDSCI203
Dec 6, 2011

The class was fun! Sometimes the homework was unclear and I didnt erally understand what I was supposed to do but other than that it was great!

4.0
1.0
FDSCI203
Dec 6, 2011

The class was fun! Sometimes the homework was unclear and I didnt really understand what I was supposed to do but other than that it was great! Bro. Carter is great!

4.0
2.0
FDSCI203
Dec 6, 2011

This is a great professor to take science from. He is very understanding of the student opinion and wants them to succeed. I appreciated this class from this teacher.

3.0
3.0
SCI203
Dec 6, 2011

I'm sure my issue with this class is that I had expectations for it that were not met. I thought it would be more interesting and it ended up being very hard for me to pay attention. He's not necessarily a warm fuzzy teacher, but he's not rude by any means. Just because it didn't interest doesn't mean it wouldn't be a good class for others.

5.0
2.0
FDSCI203
Dec 6, 2011

As much as I thought the class would be rather typical in nature, it was not. Sure, it was typical in the idea that we have to do what we can to look ahead toward environmental issues, but the information presented was very enlightening. It was more than just the science behind the issue, it also covered the political and social issues behind it.

5.0
2.0
FDSCI203
Dec 6, 2011

Great class. Teacher really cares about students and helps them to understand Global and Local Issues. I would take from him again. He tries to make the class fun. As long as you do the prep work and participate in class you will enjoy this class.

5.0
2.0
FDSCI203
Dec 6, 2011

I took this class because I couldn't get into the other foundation class that I originally wanted to take. I was not overly happy about it at all. It was pretty interesting and I really liked Brother Carter. He made it very entertaining and I really enjoyed it. Started every class with a joke...not much better than that!

4.0
1.0
FDSCIFDSC
Dec 6, 2011

Great teacher - thought class was pretty easy and not a ton of assignments. Only problem was that it was hard to know what was due and when.

3.0
1.0
FDSCI203
Dec 6, 2011

Very easy going teacher...doesn't ask much

3.0
2.0
FDSCI203
Dec 6, 2011

Brother Carter is a super nice guy, and I enjoyed his class, but felt that he wasnt very well organized. I found the course to be interesting, and I learnd alot of new things.

2.0
3.0
FDSCI203
Dec 6, 2011

His class was not a good experience. Grading was weird - I got bad grades on the easiest assignments. If you want to learn something I would not recommend him.

5.0
2.0
FDSCI203
Dec 6, 2011

His class is really easy to pass as long as you do your homework. Trying to figure out what is due and when is kinda hard but the homework isn't hard and if you do it you WILL pass. He is a fun guy and always has a joke to tell when you first get to class. I would def. take it from him.

3.0
2.0
FDSCI03
Dec 6, 2011

Bro Carter was a funny professor. He always had a joke at the beginning of class. But he never answers emails. The class was pretty easy. Not too hard a class, only had a few assignments. The quizzes were a little more difficult.

4.0
1.0
FDSCI203
Dec 6, 2011

Brother Carter is pretty cool we always start with a joke and that helps lighten the mood and then he doesn't add fluff and on fridays we only have class about 2/3 of the time. Use the excel due dates because hw is not always due. He even gives you extra credit to rate him :)

3.0
3.0
FDSCI203
Dec 6, 2011

Not fair with grading he says he doesn't except late papers when i tried to turn in one late but then my buddy turned one in a day later than me and he got credit but brother Carter still wouldn't give me credit

2.0
3.0
FDSCI203
Dec 7, 2011

Nice guy. I liked his approach of realizing what we as individuals can do to make a difference in the environment. I felt that some of the quiz questions could have been worded more clearly, though. You'll enjoy class MUCH more if you come prepared and ready to participate.

4.0
1.0
FDSCI203
Dec 7, 2011

overall was a good choice in class and teacher.

3.0
2.0
FDSCI203
Dec 7, 2011

The topics are interesting if you do the readings. As long as you look over the slides you will do well on the unit quizzes. Overall i recommend!

3.0
3.0
FDSCI203
Dec 7, 2011

If you do your work you should get an A just study and don't miss anything don't count on him or I-learn to tell you due dates count on syllabus, and due dates in his section of I-learn. You will have a lot of class discussions, which can actually be enjoyable, just do your work is all I can say.

2.0
4.0
FDSCI203
Dec 7, 2011

Nicest guy you'll ever meet. Loves to have class discussions, but attendance isn't mandatory and he never explains assignments. Extra credit boosted my grade 10%.

4.0
3.0
FDSCI03
Dec 7, 2011

He is a good teacher and does well at expressing the harm we are doing to the environment, but isn't a tree-hugger. He is good about giving you the tools needed to get a good grade in the class.

5.0
4.0
FDSCI203
Dec 7, 2011

Good teacher and worked well with students to help them succeed.

3.0
3.0
FDSCI203
Dec 7, 2011

He is very unclear about what is due when and his assignments are confusing and sometimes pointless. The readings he has you do are long and boring.

5.0
1.0
FDSCI203
Dec 7, 2011

He is funny. He always tells a joke at the beginning of class.

3.0
2.0
FDCSI3
Dec 7, 2011

Half of the assignments are made clear the other half are not. He is funny though.

4.0
2.0
FDSCI203
Dec 7, 2011

This professor is funny. His assignments are easy as long as you pay attention. there is quite a bit of reading though, but it's not hard to understand.

4.0
2.0
FDSCI203
Dec 7, 2011

This teacher is not bad at all. A bit boring at times but funny too. His class is an easy A if you do all the assignments and quizzes. He likes to do pop quizzes about your readings. So watch out.

3.0
2.0
FDSCI203
Dec 8, 2011

This class is an easy A if you follow the syllabus and do the work. He doesn't always remind you of the due dates on assignments, quizzes, and homework; and they're only posted on Brainhoney about half the time. That's frustrating because he doesn't accept an late work. Class is usually interesting and he starts out each day with a joke.

5.0
3.0
FDSCI203
Dec 8, 2011

He is a good Professor.

4.0
3.0
FDSCI203
Dec 8, 2011

Good teacher and very funny. He is down to earth and very clear, i would recommend this teacher.

4.0
1.0
FDSCI203
Dec 8, 2011

The class was easy and covered a lot of good topics. He can sometimes be unclear about what's due. Just do the readings and quizzes and you'll pass. He really cares about his students, works with you, and is very laid back.

4.0
1.0
FDSCI203
Dec 8, 2011

If you want an easy A, take this class. I loved it because I never had to do anything! Recommended!

3.0
2.0
FDSCI201
Dec 8, 2011

Not too difficult of a class. Very much lecture and discussion based. Can get boring if you don't participate. Homework was disorganized and didn't always seem to apply, but this class is definitely manageable.

3.0
3.0
FDSCI203
Dec 8, 2011

He's a pretty good teacher, but the Unit quizzes had nothing to do with what he taught in class. Make sure you check the slideshow on ILearn and study that before you take the tests!

5.0
3.0
FDSCI203
Dec 8, 2011

He is very funny and likes to make the sections we are working on fun! Make sure you do all the homework and check all the time to see what is going to be due for the next class period. I really had a fun time in this class!

5.0
1.0
FDSCI203
Dec 8, 2011

He is a really good guy and he is a good teacher. He helps his students out and he seems interested in what someone is saying. He cares for his students and he is willing to work with you instead of against you. He is a funny teacher as well and makes class a light atmosphere. It is a good class and you can learn a lot if you want too!!

3.0
3.0
FDSCI203
Dec 9, 2011

He is a really nice man and he always starts each class period with a joke. Most the time they are pretty funny. the class itself is pretty dry. it is an important subject to learn. but his guidance is so vague. He doesn't tell you when things are due very often, so follow the course due dates.

3.0
1.0
FDSCI203
Dec 9, 2011

I took the Environmental Stewardship class from him this semester. It was a pretty easy class and you get pretty much what you put into it. He is pretty funny and easy going and he starts every class with a "joke". You have to keep track of what's due when because it's pretty vague. We got out of class early a lot.

4.0
2.0
FDSCI203
Dec 11, 2011

Really fun and down to earth. Easy to connect with and understand.

3.0
2.0
FDSCI203
Dec 11, 2011

Not alot of worked required, neither is showing up to class. Just make sure you do the work that is assigned.

3.0
4.0
FDSCI203
Dec 12, 2011

I thought he was a great teacher! I liked that he didn't take attendance because I actually felt like a college student. Pretty easy if you do all your assignments and study right before you take the test. If I wasn't so lazy I would have gotten an A easy.

4.0
1.0
FDSCI203
Dec 12, 2011

I had him for environmental stewardship. The class is not difficult, you just have to make sure you do all the assignments because there are not many. You only use the book for two readings of about 20 pages each. If I had to do it over again I wouldn't have bought the book, but rather borrowed it from someone in the class.

4.0
2.0
FDSCI203
Dec 12, 2011

This class was pretty easy. It was boring and dry in class yet the work you did really did make you think. I would take this class again just for the fact that it was reasonable and easy to complete.

4.0
2.0
FDSCI203
Dec 12, 2011

This class was pretty easy. He is a good teacher but pretty boring at times. The assignments and tests/quizzes were overall pretty easy. Overall it was a good class and interesting most of the time.

5.0
2.0
FDSCI203
Dec 12, 2011

It was a good and insightful class with lots of discusion

4.0
2.0
FDSCI03
Dec 12, 2011

Super easy class. Not much work assigned. No attendance taken but he does do a few random in class quizzes.

4.0
2.0
FDSCI203
Dec 13, 2011

Really nice guy, just limited by the general standardized nature of the course.

3.0
2.0
SCI203
Dec 13, 2011

this class was okay. It is fairly easy if you do all the readings, but its also easy to get lazy in it, as i did. ha i dont think i would recommend that class, but i also dont think i wouldn't recommend it. it was just kind of an eh class.

5.0
2.0
FDSCI201
Dec 13, 2011

It is an easy class but insightful. Many of the things discussed applies to you. The topics were close to home. The stuff you learn applies to every day life and you will use it. Overall good class! :)

3.0
2.0
FDSCI203
Dec 13, 2011

Brother Carder is a great guy. His class is pretty easy but you can get a good grade without learning very much. There were a number of times when the class was surprised that certain assignments were due. He is a very nice teacher but sometimes seemed confused by the material he was teaching

3.0
2.0
FDSCI203
Dec 13, 2011

I love Brother Carter. He is very laid back and helpful when missing assignments, missing a test, etc. However, for the course contents, it is a pretty boring class. I learned a few things, but it wasn't useful. Just be sure to do the work and you will get an A.

3.0
2.0
FDSCI203
Dec 13, 2011

Great class!!! Always started with a joke. It really opened my eyes to my footprint and the impact I make on the world.

4.0
1.0
FDSCI203
Dec 13, 2011

Class was easy. As long you write the papers and go to class you will do fine.

2.0
4.0
FDSCI203
Dec 13, 2011

The class is a bunch of common sense. Brother Carter is extremely boring and it's hard to want to go to class. But it's a smart idea to go because he gives in class pop quiz's. Also, he doesn't stick to a schedule so the only way you know when things are due is if you go to class because he announces due dates in class. Overall, boring but easy.

3.0
2.0
FDSCI203
Dec 13, 2011

It was an easy class, but there were some days where he got lost in his own thoughts

4.0
2.0
FDSCI203
Dec 13, 2011

Great teacher that tries really hard to make the material interesting. I wouldn't buy the textbook because most of the reading comes from i-learn. Best of all when he is done the class is let out early. Easy class if you did well in high school science. And easy even if you didn't.

4.0
2.0
FDSCI203
Dec 13, 2011

Good! Just do the work. Check the excel assignment due date sheet and brainhoney. Take the class, it's good!

4.0
1.0
FDSCI203
Dec 13, 2011

As long as you have to take science classes for foundations it might as well be this one. Brother Carter is a great teacher. He can elaborate on a broad range of topics. I would definitely recommend him as a teacher. Just watch out because some assignments showed up in I-learn as due, and others were only in a due dates spreadsheet.

4.0
3.0
FDSCI203
Dec 13, 2011

I really enjoyed the textbook it is accurate and comprehensible. The power point presentations are good but the discussion could be more creative.The case studies are interesting and informative. There isn't much group work.

5.0
3.0
FDSCI203
Dec 14, 2011

Brother Carter is a great teacher. He really enjoys what he does. His interest in the subject gets you more involved. I really enjoyed the class and I learned things I never thought I cared about. Take this class from Brother Carter!!!

3.0
2.0
FDSCI203
Dec 14, 2011

The class wasn't the most entertaining thing on the planet but its a pretty easy class just as long as you show up and do your work.

4.0
3.0
FDSCI3
Dec 14, 2011

This is not the funnest class on the planet but it is a foundation class and you have to get it done! Brother Carter's class is fun and if you attend and do your work you will get a good grade. Brother Carter's jokes before class are way funny too :)

3.0
2.0
SCI203
Dec 14, 2011

this class was easy if you came and turn everything on time. Easy A

4.0
2.0
SCI201
Dec 14, 2011

NICE GUY

4.0
2.0
SCIFD
Dec 14, 2011

Knows a lot about the subject. All readings are applicable.

5.0
2.0
FDSCI203
Dec 15, 2011

Brother Carter is a nice guy. His class is very easy if you do the work and go to class and pay attention. The homework assignments were very simple and never really took to much time. Brother Carter tries to make sure that everybody understands and he really cares about his students.

4.0
3.0
FDSCI203
Dec 15, 2011

Bro. Carter is like an old cowboy. He can be rough and gruff, but he is really a a solid, and steady Prof. He made things fun, and I learned way more than anticipated. I took Environmental Stewardship from him and it was (surprisingly) my favorite class of the semester. I would definitely take another class from him.

5.0
4.0
FDSCI03
Dec 15, 2011

I thought Brother Carter was a pretty easy-going cowboy and that he knew a lot and cared what he was talking about.

3.0
3.0
FDSCI203
Dec 15, 2011

He was good, wasn't a huge fan of the subject matter, but I don't think that was any fault of his.

5.0
2.0
FDSCI203
Dec 17, 2011

Was clear on what we needed to learn and tried his best to make sure we all understood the topic.

4.0
2.0
FDSCI203
Mar 22, 2012

I'm no science guy but I love env. stewardship! Br. Carter is a great teacher, starts every class with a joke, very easy going, very funny, applies everything to real life. He is a little disorganized. I never knew when things were due but he is a very merciful grader. Homework was easy, but quizzes were insanely hard. Even so it was a fairly easyA

2.0
5.0
FDSCI101
Apr 10, 2012

This professor is one of those that uses a power point presentation from another teacher each day. He reads the slides and then lets the class go. He often showed up late and did not seen prepared to teach more often than not.

3.0
3.0
FDSCI101
Apr 15, 2012

It seemed to me like his powerpoints didn't have anything to do with his tests. His tests are hard. On one of his tests the class average was a 55%. If you have a lot of prior knowledge about science, this would be an okay class for you. If not, I suggest taking it from someone else.

5.0
1.0
AS145
Jul 7, 2012

I LOVED brother Carter! I had him for 3 classes last semester. (Teachings of Living Prophets, Eniro Stewardship, and Trailriding.) I was in the horseback discovery tour and that was probably part of the reason I loved him so much. He was a little dissorganized but he really cares about his students and is always willing to help you out.

2.0
4.0
BIO250
Aug 6, 2012

He Graded our first test two weeks before the semester was over. He graded our second test three days after classes were over. He was constantly late. This class was a pathetic waste of time. The lab was never relevant or useful.

3.0
2.0
FDSCI101
Nov 27, 2012

This class is one of the easiest ones you'll ever take. You do fun labs, but I didn't really learn a lot. We thumb wrestled, and played with termites on paper, but there were no science labs. The tests he gives also cover things you never go over in class. Averages on our tests were usually around 50-60%. Hard tests, easy classes.

3.0
3.0
FDSCI101
Dec 5, 2012

Although he was a nice guy, every single day was the same thing-powerpoints. It got super old, super fast. I honestly cant say I learned a single thing from his class. The daily quiz's were easy, but the test were ridiculous because I had no idea what to study. Nice guy, not the best professor

1.0
5.0
FDSCI101
Mar 19, 2013

DO NOT take the class from him unless you are okay with not getting the grade you deserve. He won't give you useful help, you will not know what to study, and he is rude. There are plenty of good students in this class who are getting a B. There is no text book, and he doesn't know the questions he gives you for homework.

5.0
3.0
BIO250
Apr 4, 2013

I have had him 2x and have really enjoyed him as a professor. He really knows what he's talking about, does not assign unnecessary work, and does the BEST labs I've ever had, (field trips!!). He can be a little disorganized and spontaneous, but he makes it fun. I highly recommend him.

2.0
4.0
FDSCI101
Apr 9, 2013

his homework and in class work are way easy. His quis are annoying and a tough. His exams are impossible. his exams have questions that were never covered during the class. His questions on his exams are extremely vague and the answers given are even more! DO NOT TAKE HIM. class average for exams were 65!!! TAKE ANOTHER TEACHER!!

2.0
4.0
FDSCIENCE101
Apr 10, 2013

Do not take this class from Brother Carter. His test preperation is a joke, he'll give you study guides for the tests that have nothing to do with what's actually on them. My group did everything perfectly for the group project and he gave us a 78%. Attending his lecture is pointless and does nothing to prepare you for your tests.

4.0
2.0
FDSCI101
Apr 12, 2013

Very easy homework, weekly quizes are hard, but if you know how to google questions - easy to get a 100%. Exams are very hard, but other sections will compensate it easily. He let class evaluate presentations in the end of the semester.

3.0
2.0
SCI101AND203
Apr 23, 2013

Not too hard of classes, but he wasn't the best at teaching the material because he didn't make it interesting (slideshows in 101). More interesting in Environmental Stewardship-the subject was more his thing. He's a nice (cowboy), can be lenient & easily distracted. If you ask questions in class he'll clarify. Would take him again for 203 not 101

4.0
2.0
ASHORSEBACKD
Jun 25, 2013

Brother Carter is an amazing man, he will do anything for his students and really cares about you. He can be a little late sometimes, but he makes up for it with everything else. TAKE HIM, you wont regret it best teacher in BYU-I

5.0
3.0
BIO250
Grade: Not_Sure_Yet
Oct 18, 2013

Brother Carter is one of my absolute favorite professors! He is passionate about science and explains the topics very well. He makes class interesting and enjoyable. I would take all of his classes if I could! Brother Carter is very personable and really wants you to succeed. He's the BEST!

5.0
1.0
FDSCI101
Dec 12, 2013

Brother Carter is hilarious! he reads a joke everyday before class and his class is beyond easy! If you pay attention you shouldn't get anything but an A. His tests are pretty easy as well... sometimes confusing, but overall it was super easy.

5.0
4.0
FDSCI101
Dec 13, 2013

I grew to love and be very connected with Brother Carter. He's kind of father-like in my opinion. He's not necessarily an easy teacher because he expects you to do your best. He's hilarious, understanding, and he cares. He got very emotional one day giving us some counsel, and it was very touching. Take him. Please. It's worth the challenge.

2.0
3.0
FDSCI101
Grade: B+
Dec 31, 2013

He is an awesome professor! He loves his subject and makes science fun. The homework is easy, just long. He will answer any questions you have, but when it comes to tests, you are on your own. He has a great sense of humor, and I really enjoyed his course!

1.0
3.0
FDSCI203
Mar 6, 2014

Bro. Carter is the worst teacher I've ever had. He isn't clear on when assignments are due or even how to do them. He treats you like you're stupid when you ask him for help one-on-one. His classes are super boring and I didn't learn anything. The homework is all busy work and way confusing. Do NOT take this class from him!

2.0
5.0
FDSCI101
Mar 11, 2014

I couldn't believe how hard his tests were. The ?'s are not clear at all. Homework is just busy work, as soon as you finish it your like "huh?" and then you have a test on it. I tried his review sheets twice, got a C on both tests. Review sheet was unrelated to most of what I studied. Don't miss a day or you'll get a 0 on a in-class assignment.

4.0
2.0
FDSCI101
Mar 17, 2014

He is a good teacher, really nice and willing to go over tests and homework with you, however; the tests are more difficult than they seem. Maybe I'm just not good at science but even when I studied, I seem to have never been able to get better than a -B on any of his tests. But he is a nice guy, and will help you outside of class.

3.0
1.0
FDSCI203
Apr 9, 2014

Nice guy, super easy class. Doesn't push you at all though. I didn't really learn anything. Just a 3 credit GPA booster class...

5.0
1.0
SCI203
Apr 24, 2014

Really nice guy. Clear if you ask for help. Easy to work with and understand.

4.0
3.0
FDSCI101
Grade: A+
Aug 5, 2014

You can tell that this class isn't his favorite to teach. I don't blame him. It is a few high school science classes blended into one. With that being said, the class overall was ok. Not fantastic, but not terrible. If you just do the homework and do a brief review for the test you should do fine. I got an A on all the tests without studying.

2.0
4.0
FDSCI203
Dec 16, 2014

He appears to not care about you or the class. He starts each class with a joke... and the rest of the class is pretty much a joke. The course is standardized (so its the same, regardless who the teacher is), so take it from someone else. He drags on meaningless discussions.

4.0
2.0
FDSCI203
Feb 16, 2015

He's a really good professor and a good guy. Nice class.

5.0
2.0
FDSCI203
Grade: A
Jun 5, 2015

He's a great teacher and is super helpful. This was a good class.

4.0
1.0
BIO447
Grade: A-
Jul 24, 2015

This is my third class from Bro. Carter, and I've loved every one. He can be disorganized sometimes, but his lessons are good. This class was tough, lots of memorization in a very short period of time, but it's very possible to get an A, especially with Bro. Carter.

2.0
4.0
FDSCI101
Grade: B-
Oct 18, 2015

Brother Carter doesn't lecture stuff that is on the test. You are expected to read long amounts of articles and then answer questions that you don't even talk about in class.

4.0
3.0
FDSC101
Dec 6, 2015

Brother Carter is great. Starts off class with a joke, and all around a funny guy. Clear grading, easy to keep track of assignments. Its not a walk in the park class, but isn't that hard. Makes science interesting.

4.0
2.0
FDSC101
Grade: A-
Jan 7, 2016

Bro. Carter is great. He's my favorite teacher. He always starts with a joke and is understanding of personal situations. Most learning is through homework and reading (some are kind of long). Class is usually fun and interesting and not many lectures. Do homework, show up, and study for tests and it's an easy pass.

2.0
3.0
FDSC101
Grade: B+
Mar 14, 2016

Brother Carter wasn't my favorite teacher. His tests are extremely hard, but they don't account for too much of your grade if you do bad. Make sure to attend class and do the online assignments.

5.0
1.0
FDSCI101
Grade: B-
Mar 18, 2016

Brother Carter is a very straightforward teacher. He takes his subject seriously, but is a likeable guy who does his very best to help you.

2.0
4.0
FDSC101
Mar 23, 2016

Assigned 1 homework assignment the whole semester and wasn't clear on what was on the test. Let me retake a test due to sickness but that's about the nicest thing he did for me.

3.0
4.0
BIO447
Grade: A-
Apr 4, 2016

I love Brother Carter as a person - he's hilarious and a really nice guy - but as a teacher, he's tough. Almost every quiz had subject matter he never lectured on. It's frustrating to study for hours, know the material, then walk into the test to have no idea where questions came from. Barring those, I loved this course. Learned a lot and had fun.

3.0
4.0
FDSC101
Grade: A-
Apr 24, 2016

To be honest, I had a hard time with him. There were questions on the test you barely even talk about and the stuff that you study for, he states it so weird sometimes that you get confused even though you know the stuff. When I asked for some help he didn't help and was rude about it. I was terrified of his tests because you never know whats comin

1.0
5.0
FASCI101
Grade: C+
Jun 24, 2016
Wouldn't take again

I am a very excellent student in all of my bio courses and chemistry courses-A+. However, in this class I did extremely badly. The tests do not reflect what you learn in class or what you talk about in class. Don't take this course from him. This is meant to be an easy course and ended up being my worst.

5.0
2.0
FDSCI101
Grade: B+
Sep 5, 2016
Would take again

He never had a bad day and neither will you. Make some friends and do the work together. Pretty chill because you can expect everything from the class work.

Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
GROUP PROJECTS
5.0
3.0
FDSC101
Jun 22, 2017
Would take again

He is a great teacher. He really cares about his students and will give you a chance to turn in the homework late. If one does not do the reading or the homework, it will be hard. Just do the work and you'll do fine.

Hilarious
Caring
5.0
3.0
BIO250
Mar 22, 2018
Would take again

Bro. Carter is probably my favorite professor at BYUI. This was my favorite class as well, and I'm not even a science major. He is so knowledgable, caring, and super funny. He does a short quiz once a week, which is really simple if you came to class and paid attention. He takes you on awesome field trips that teach you so much. Take this class!

Hilarious
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
BIO250
Grade: B
Apr 10, 2018
Would take again

Amazing teacher! I loved this class!

Amazing lectures
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
1.0
FDSCI101
Grade: A
Apr 25, 2018
Would take again

EASY. Homework was no more than 30mins once a class day. super easy, and the test are easy.

EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
BIO352
Grade: B
Jul 12, 2018
Would take again

The course is straightforward. There are 200 plant names to learn and identify. You memorize 25 a week (once you finish a quiz, get started on studying for the next one). There is a class trip you get to go on which is the bomb! All I-learn quizzes are either 3 tries or unlimited. Brother Carter is super sweet and tells jokes. Take his class!!!!!

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
2.0
FDSC101
Grade: A
Nov 15, 2018
Would take again

Brother Tate was a great teacher. He told us exactly what he expected, and he was super chill. He tells a joke every class and is genuine and helpful. This class was super easy!!

Participation matters
Hilarious
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
4.0
4.0
FDCIV101
Grade: B
Dec 13, 2018
Would take again

We have workbooks due once a week on mondays, so we are not required to go that day. They are difficult, but not too bad. I really enjoy the structure of the class.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Amazing lectures
GROUP PROJECTS
5.0
3.0
FDSC101
Grade: A
Dec 31, 2018
Would take again

Brother Carter was a great teacher! He gives you many opportunities to turn in late work, take tests late, and do extra credit. There is a lot of homework. It is hard not to pass his class.

Get ready to read
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Hilarious
2.0
5.0
FDSCI101
May 21, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Didnt learn anything from going to class. All the exams are based on the homework. Basically an online class with his pointless lectures

Tough grader
Participation matters
Test heavy
4.0
2.0
GESCI110
Grade: B+
Nov 19, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Bro Carter was a pretty cool and funny guy. There were three quizzes a week (online & based off reading materials) but the 2 tests were kinda difficult. It's really important that you fill out the study guide weekly. The tests were worded really weird and were v confusing, even if you study. Overall, it was easy to pass if you do the work!

Lots of homework
5.0
2.0
GESCI110
Grade: A
Dec 16, 2020
Would take again

I loved Bro Carter. You have short assignments due before every class period and the class is mostly a lecture with participation. I really loved what we learned in class and Bro Carter is super nice and caring

Gives good feedback
Respected
Caring
4.0
1.0
GESCI110
Grade: A
Jun 9, 2021
Would take again

This is perhaps the easiest class Ive had so far, compared to the 3 credits it counts for. Just show up, do some homework, and thats about it.

Lecture heavy
Caring
5.0
2.0
GESCI110
Grade: A-
Dec 13, 2021
Would take again

Super funny guy and will be real with you. Everything is on the fly and there is no set event. Things change real quickly. Overall, loved the class.

Accessible outside class
Group projects
Lecture heavy
3.0
2.0
GESCI203
Feb 28, 2022
Wouldn't take again

Brother Carter was pretty boring. I thought I'd love this class because I'm really passionate about stuff like this, but I dreaded going every time. It's a lot of sitting and talking. And busy work. Whenever I said something he usually went and turned it to talk about what he wanted to talk about, not what I actually said.

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
3.0
2.0
GESCI203
Grade: B+
Mar 27, 2022

Attendance is a joke because you take little quizzes and even though you were there you could still get a 1/5. He also never reads his emails or at least never answers back. He brings no excitement to the class and the discussions do not help us learn.

4.0
3.0
GESCI203
Grade: A
Apr 3, 2022
Would take again

Brother Carter is a good guy. He is pretty funny too, that being said though he is kind of boring. He is super nice and has great information in class. It feels like there is a lot of busy work but it's not too bad to BS. He lets you out early a lot which is nice.

Get ready to read
Beware of pop quizzes
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
GESCI110
Grade: A
Jul 13, 2022
Would take again

I took Bro Carter back in 2016 when I first started at BYU-I. After returning to school, I looked to see if Bro Carter was teaching a class I could take & I took GESCI110 from him. He remembered me after all these years and we had a great teacher/student friendship ever since. He indulged me in showing him pictures of my wife and kids to him.

Amazing lectures
Hilarious
Caring
2.0
2.0
GESCI203
Grade: A
Nov 8, 2022

Brother Carter is a nice guy, but is a very boring teacher. Lectures were putting me to sleep everyday and attendance was based on quizzes that you might not even get full credit on. He didn't care much about the students and seemed to only believe his own knowledge. Also uses ancient technology.

Lecture heavy
4.0
3.0
GESCI110
Grade: A
Nov 16, 2022
Would take again

Bro Carter is a good teacher. There is quite a bit of prep work before each class but the class it's self is pretty easy as long as you pay attention and put a little bit of time into it. His lectures are pretty funny and entertaining Most of the grades come from the prep work in his class (two 10 point quizzes and a 25 point forum per week).

Inspirational
Lots of homework
Caring
5.0
3.0
GESCI203
Grade: Rather not say
Dec 6, 2022

Overall, Brother Carter is a great person but I didn't like him as a teacher!

Caring
Respected
5.0
3.0
BIO250
Grade: B+
Aug 19, 2024
Would take again

Brother Carter was Awesome in this class. We had field trips once a week and went to all the major nature landmarks in the area. We spent a whole day in Yellowstone Park. Carter gave us real world information and wanted to hear our opinions and questions.

Inspirational
Graded by few things
Accessible outside class
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69%

Textbook Required

85%

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