4.0

Thomas Harnden

Biology - Georgia Highlands College

4.0
Quality
2.8
Difficulty
75%
Would Retake
111
Reviews
4.0
Quality
2.8
Difficulty
4.0
Helpful
4.0
Clarity

75%

Would Retake

111

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Rating Distribution
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What Students Say

H is very straight forward

BIOL2121 - 5.0 rating

Took his online class and it was ok

BIO1010 - 4.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

59%

Textbook Required

28%

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Based on 69 grades
Most common grades:
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B (19)
B+ (4)
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Based on 70 reported grades
A: 33
B: 19
B+: 4
A+: 4
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Clear grading criteria (27)
Caring (19)
Participation matters (17)
Accessible outside class (10)
Gives good feedback (9)
Respected (8)
Hilarious (8)
Get ready to read (7)
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BIOL2122

5.0

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Reviews (111)
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BIO2190
Mar 3, 2010

He is the worst teacher I have ever had. He does not make himself available and is very hard to get a hold of. He is the worst online teacher I have ever had. His tests are so hard it is very hard to pass them.

5.0
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BIO2190
Jun 6, 2010

I took him for maymester and really liked him, he stayed after class every day to go over material. Do not need the book for this class, so don't purchase it, all material for class comes from his notes. All test material comes straight from notes, it is a difficult class but he makes its interesting.

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BIOL2121
Nov 12, 2010

Overall awesome teacher! I learned a lot and would take another class with him.

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BIOL2121
Jan 20, 2011

Hard course, out of over 30 students that started in the Anatomy & Physiology I class, 6 passed. In lecture he is great, Lab not so much. You have to sit there and teach yourself everything about the human body, unless it's a very hard subject he won't explain. I recommend you to ask plenty of questions. Do the IC project, helps your grade.

5.0
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BIOL2121
Mar 30, 2011

I had him for Anatomy I. He is so amazing. Read his notes over and over and you CANT fail the tests. By far the BEST anatomy teacher at this college.

5.0
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BIO2190
Jun 8, 2011

Harnden is an awesome professor. I took him in Maymester and I am so glad I did. His test come straight from his outlines and he will allow a few minutes of looking at your outlines during the test. The book is not needed. You only need the cd for the class. Such a helpful professor!!

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BIOL2190
Jul 31, 2011

He's a really good proffesor. I took him for Maymester. His tests are based on his lecture, not on the book. Just do as he says and you'll do fine!

5.0
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BIOL1611
Dec 10, 2011

This BIOL-1611 course was at GPC on Saturdays. The class by nature is hard core (i.e. NOT easy), but he does everything he can to present it as simply as possible. He teaches from his notes, tests from his notes (in order), and takes the time to clarify when you ask for it. Don't let the syllabus scare you off. Great instructor!

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BIO2190
Dec 14, 2011

I took Dr. H online for Nutrition going in knowing it would be hard as an online class. He is very fair- read the chapters assigned, participate in discussions and read his notes he gives you, there is no reason you can't get a good grade. He is slightly hard to get ahold of but he DOES respond to your emails in a timely fashion. Def take him!

4.0
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BIOL1611
Dec 14, 2011

Good professor overall. Gives you the notes and sticks to them. Dont expect anything to be given to you though, you have to work for it. Only complaint is that I took him at GPC and he makes alot of comments about how it's done at "his institution" (meaning Highlands).

5.0
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BIOL2190
May 8, 2012

I took this class online so I knew it would be hard. I found this class online to be extremely difficult and information overload. I met with him in his office a couple times and he is very nice and helpful. Wish I would have taken him in class. I ended up getting a B, but it was very hard to do so.

5.0
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BIOL2190
May 31, 2012

Excellent professor!!! Do not form an opinion of him by his syllabus before you meet him in class, as I did. Turned out he is an awesome professor, wish he was teaching another needed class of mine. Very caring and full knowledge. Took this class as Maymester, study HIS notes and you'll do great!!!

5.0
2.0
BIOL2190
May 31, 2012

Excellent professor!!! Do not form an opinion of him by his syllabus before you meet him in class, as I did. Turned out he is an awesome professor, wish he was teaching another needed class of mine. Very caring and full knowledge. Took this class as Maymester, study HIS notes and you'll do great!!!

5.0
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BIOL2122
Aug 22, 2012

Great professor! Loved his class, don't need the textbook. His exams come WORD FOR WORD from the notes. Make flashcards from the notes and you'll do great. He is very helpful, kind and funny. He also makes Anatomy understandable! Take him if you can!

2.0
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BIO2190
Nov 8, 2012

I really don't know where all of these good ratings are coming from. I took his class online and the tests are very difficult because he knows you're using the notes. Who wouldn't? It's an online class!He makes it more difficult than it should be. His discussions are very strict.You must post 4 times on 4 separate days. No study guide for the final

5.0
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BIOL2190
Dec 5, 2012

Print out notes. He covers them in class. Test is word for word from the notes. Made a 100 on most of his exams with little studying put in. If you don't make an A, you are doing something wrong. He is very nice and approachable. Don't buy the book- I never looked at mine once.

1.0
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BIOL2190
Dec 8, 2012

Stay way from this guy. He is very strict on his grading process and the info is a lot to know at one time. The comprehensive final counts for %40 of your grade with no study guide at all over 17 chapters. Take someone else if you can.

3.0
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BIOL2190
May 19, 2013

Overall ok, not much input from this professor throughout the online class.Syllabus at beginning makes him seem very unapproachable (with points penalties attached) so I didn't try. Good grade in the class but overboard on the final being worth 40% of your final grade which can drop you very quickly from a strong A to a B:(

4.0
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BIOL2121
Jul 3, 2013

Great guy very smart

5.0
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BIOL2122
Grade: A
Dec 2, 2013

Professor Harnden is very enthusiastic and wants everyone to learn... Study his notes because his exams come directly from the the notes

4.0
2.0
BIOL2121
Grade: Not_Sure_Yet
Dec 9, 2013

Lots of information in the class but if you study the notes you will do fine.

5.0
2.0
BIOL2121
Grade: A
Jan 31, 2014

Great Professor

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BIOL2190
Jul 3, 2014

His exams are extremely hard.You must post not one but 4 discussions minimum.Then if you make high A's and all high B's and the exam is 30% of your grade guess what you will get a C.I would truly think about taking someone else who actually wants to see a student pass with an A or B. I have come across professors that care and then ones like him

2.0
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BIOL
Jul 3, 2014

I would not take him if you have a good gpa!You have 8 exams to take online.Post 4 discussions mininum for each topic.You can past the quizzes with high A's and B's.The final is worth 30% of your grade.You hope that the professor will take into consideration your hard work.No he doesn't he will just give you a C and not think twice.

5.0
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BIOL2190
Jul 8, 2014

Online exams were easy because I used the book. Discussions are easy. Final was hard but were the same questions as the online exams.

5.0
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BIOL2190
Grade: A
Jul 28, 2014

I am an A student and received an A in the online Nutrition course. I think some students were using the book for online exams and then couldn't pass the final which had the same questions as the online exams. If you study in this course you will do well no matter which type of exam you have. I enjoyed the discussions also.

1.0
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BIO2190
Sep 13, 2014

Redundant syllabus and threats within syllabus to drop the highest test a letter grade if you ask specific questions about your grades make him seem unapproachable. Online class is time consuming and difficult to complete discussions on time due to the rules of when you can post on discussion board. Changes should really be made.

4.0
3.0
BIO2160
Grade: A
Nov 3, 2014

Online but straight forward. Dr. Harnden emailed updates often.

5.0
1.0
BIOL2190
Dec 9, 2014

There were eight exams that were easy and a propject that was fun. The final was worth 30% but were there same questions the exams. You have to participate weekly and if you don't then you lose points. I liked the way the course was set up because it kept me on pace and not forget when things were due.

5.0
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BIOL1611L
Dec 22, 2014

Dr. H is great. The course is tough but if you pay attention in class and study all the bones and muscles as you go, you will pass. There are only two tests so study extremely well. Dr. H gives you two easy grades with the drawings and experiment.

5.0
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BIOL2121
Grade: B
Dec 29, 2014

AP 1 was the hardest class I ever took but Dr. H did a great job motivating me to do well. If you want to do well then read and study every day.

5.0
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2121
Jan 10, 2015

Dr. Harnden is GREAT! There are 6 lecture exams and 2 lab practicals. The exams can be challenging BUT if you use your lecture notes as your study source you will most likely do well on them. Go to class, be on time, he keeps track of it. Be sure to do really well on the 1st couple of exams. STUDY YOUR NOTES, not the textbook and you'll do fine.

5.0
1.0
BIOL2121
Grade: A-
May 3, 2015

Dr Harden sounds intimidating in the initial days but I took that as a challenge which made me pass my BIOL 2121K. Guides and directs well, clear to the point, good and reliable notes; no hidden answers for the exams! Everything from the notes. Great professor , sacrifices extra time to meet and guide students.

5.0
1.0
BIOL2121
May 16, 2015

Great professor and cares a lot. He teaches and tests right from his notes so there are no surprises. I am taking him for BIOL 2122.

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BIO2190
Grade: A
Aug 28, 2015

He is rude... Truthfully, I would never take him again. I have a 3.8 GPA, and if I wasn't graduating this semester, I would drop him.

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BIO1010
Oct 7, 2015

NEVER AGAIN. Very rude and power hungry.

4.0
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2121
Grade: B+
Oct 27, 2015

Favorite anatomy teacher ever! He's great, explains things well, willing to help, and even funny sometimes. He's willing to go above and beyond to make sure his students are on the right track. Love love love him, I' d definitely take him again.

5.0
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BIOL2190
Grade: A
Nov 21, 2015

Great course

5.0
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BIOL1101
Dec 1, 2015

The best teacher I have ever had!! I wish he could teach every class I have to take for the remainder of my college career. He does make you work for your grade, but as long as you study his notes, show up to class and ask questions, you'll easily pass. He is also very realistic with his expectations & hilarious in class. Loves him!!

4.0
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BIO2190
Grade: B-
Dec 13, 2015

Very easy class as long as you study exactly whats on the study guides and chapter outlines. Nice teacher and willing to help if you need it.

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BIOL2121
Dec 14, 2015

Dr. Harden's class was amazing! Don't be discouraged at first he may seem a little but intimidating, but give him time. He really wants his students to succeed. The test come straight from his notes.

5.0
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BIO1010
Grade: B
Dec 17, 2015

Great online class. I am taking his other online class.

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BIOL2121
Dec 28, 2015

Dr. H is very straight forward. All tests come directly from the notes. Literally that's all you need to study. The material is overwhelming if Science is not your thing, but he makes it very easy to understand. There is still a good bit of memorization so get ready. As of Fall 2015 he no longer teaches A&P 2 which is a bummer.

5.0
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BIO2190
Grade: A+
Jan 11, 2016

Took this class as a May Mester course and really enjoyed this class and teacher. Professor was clear cut and made topics clear and easy to understand. Would def. take again. Enjoyed class project that was assigned. Pay attention and study and you will do well!

1.0
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BIO2190
Jan 30, 2016

Very rude. I was having technical difficulties through D2l. I offered to send my d2l help link emails to prove that I couldn't access any files. He gave me a 33 on my assignment anyway and sent me a very rude email basically calling me a liar. POWER HUNGRY and not understanding. I will be going to a higher source for the issues.

5.0
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BIOL2190
Grade: A
Feb 27, 2016

Read notes, took exams, posted in discussions, did project and got an A. If you are determined and can work on your own, then you will be fine. I would take another class with Dr. H

2.0
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BIO1010
Mar 2, 2016

I am taking Harnden's online BIO class right now, and it is one of the hardest classes I have ever taken. Biology has always been a tough subject for me to begin with, and he doesn't offer much help. He gives chapter notes, but there are not any study guides, not even for the midterm/final. If you are not good at teaching yourself don't take him.

4.0
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BIO1010
Grade: B
May 1, 2016

Took his online class and it was ok. His test formats are awful-- he records some and you are only allowed to answer one question at a time + he uses lockdown browser. Most question are online. Discussion post rule is annoying--2 calendar days in between each post. Lecture final was hard, but his lab final was easy. He's helpful if you email him.

5.0
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BIOL1010
Grade: A
May 28, 2016
Would take again

I took the online biology class. It had a lot of tests but the questions came right from his notes. The labs were easy, fun and interesting. I think the class was better than going to class. I would take another online class from him.

5.0
2.0
BIO1010
Grade: A
Jun 27, 2016
Would take again

Great class and I will take home for BIOL 2190.

5.0
1.0
BIO2190
Grade: B
Jul 8, 2016
Would take again

Just finished BIOL 2190 Nutrition. Super clear class. Just study the chapter outlines and you will do good in the class.

1.0
5.0
BIOL2121
Grade: C
Aug 15, 2016
Wouldn't take again

SAVE YOURSELF, DON'T TAKE THIS PROFESSOR! I'm an all A student and I made a C in his class. He makes what should be a fun class unbearably hard. Tests are very vague. Literally don't take him. His class was so stressful that my hair fell out. AVOID AVOID AVOID!!!

Tough Grader
Get ready to read
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
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5.0
BIO2190
Grade: B
Aug 15, 2016
Wouldn't take again

AVOID. TERRIBLE. That is all I have to say.

5.0
1.0
BIOL2190
Grade: A
Aug 22, 2016
Would take again

I liked his online class. It was clear and the exams were easy.

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
1.0
BIO1010
Grade: A
Oct 12, 2016
Would take again

Good class.

Get ready to read
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
1.0
1.0
BIO2190
Grade: B-
Oct 30, 2016
Wouldn't take again

T. Harnden is terrible terrible terrible terrible teacher. He is rude and very insensitive. I do not have any problems with working hard. But when feedback or unanswered questions is left floating in the air. What do you do? It appears that asking questions irritates him.

5.0
3.0
BIO1010
Grade: A
Dec 4, 2016
Would take again

I like the way the course was set up and how he graded. I will take him for another class.

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
Caring
2.0
4.0
BIO2190
Grade: B+
Dec 6, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Terrible class. I had Harnden for both Biology and Nutrition online. I dont normally have a hard time with online courses, but this was a doozy. He is rude, has no flexibility and isn't very understanding; even with his online students. His discussion rules are ridiculous too. His tests are set up that you can only answer one at a time. AVOID!

5.0
3.0
BIOL1010
Grade: A
Dec 10, 2016
Would take again

I took both BIOL 1010 and BIOL 2190 and made an A in both. The work was challenging but fair. I am soooo glad I am done with my science. Overall good classes.

Participation matters
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
BIOL2121
Grade: A
Dec 14, 2016
Would take again

An awesome teacher!! Very patient with the students. Makes sure that everyone understands the material he will be giving to the class. He makes sure everyone achieve the goals they want in his class

Gives good feedback
Respected
Clear grading criteria
5.0
1.0
BIOL2121
Grade: B
Dec 21, 2016
Would take again

Took his 2121 and got a B and took his online 2190 and got an A. Taking both at the same time was TOUGH but he is fair and I earned my grades. I am def taking him for 2122.

Clear grading criteria
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
BIOL2121
Mar 6, 2017
Would take again

BIOL 2121 was very hard but Dr. H made it interesting.

Inspirational
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Caring
5.0
3.0
BIOL2190
Apr 7, 2017
Would take again

He gives us a lot of chances and ways to improve our grades. He is very relatable and likes sharing stories to help us understand. He takes each day as it goes and reminds us to BREATHE.

Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
BIOL2122
Grade: B
May 1, 2017
Would take again

He is a great teacher. Believe me if he was teaching Mirco, I would be taking him. Good person at heart. He wants to see all his students be successful. A lot of reading so be prepared. Tests are a little difficult. Make sure you participate because he will out not just you but the whole class. Very passionate about his subject.

Gives good feedback
Respected
TEST HEAVY
5.0
3.0
BIOL2121
Grade: B
Jun 3, 2017
Would take again

Great professor wish he was teaching 2122 this summer.

Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
1.0
4.0
BIO1010
Jun 21, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Discussion boards are ridiculous. Every single quiz is monitored and most questions are not found on the study guide. Try to avoid if possible.

Tough Grader
TEST HEAVY
5.0
3.0
BIO2190
Grade: A
Jul 6, 2017
Would take again

Just finished BIOL 2190 and it was a lot of work in a short time but I made an A. I would recommend taking in it a full semester because 4 weeks this summer was too quick!

Get ready to read
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
BIOL2122
Grade: B
Jan 10, 2018
Would take again

Took Dr. H in Douglassville and he was outstanding. He has a very realistic perspective of how the class should be taught and he is really helpful when you need help. I wish I had him for AP I

Respected
Hilarious
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
BIOL2121
Mar 14, 2018
Would take again

Dr. Harnden intimidated me so bad in the first day of his class, but going through the semester I learned to love him! He is so helpful and makes the learning easy. EVERYTHING IS FROM THE NOTES!!!!! As long as you study and attend class, you will pass with flying colors.

Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
Caring
5.0
2.0
BIO1010
Grade: A+
Mar 27, 2018
Would take again

Great professor. Had him for BIOL 1010k in Douglasville Hybrid. Very understanding and test were long, but gave us 3 attempts when doing them online. I would definitely take him for another science class.

Respected
Caring
LECTURE HEAVY
3.0
4.0
BIO1020
May 3, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Took this class online. Assignments are easy, but quizzes are very tough and monitored (you take it on a web cam)

5.0
1.0
BIOL1020
Grade: A
May 4, 2018
Would take again

BIOL 1020 was interesting and easy

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
Caring
4.0
1.0
BIOL2121
Grade: B+
May 23, 2018
Would take again

It is a science course so lots of reading is expected regardless of the professor but his test are from his notes directly so memorization is key. the first test was the easiest &last one. Bones section will be a lot. He is great over all and realistic. Study and you will get the results! Will only round up 89 so do your best! doubles highest test

Gives good feedback
Respected
Get ready to read
5.0
3.0
BIOL2122
Grade: B
Jul 22, 2018
Would take again

I took BIOL 2122 and 2190 with Dr. H and his exams came right from the notes. There were no surprises.

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
5.0
4.0
BIOL2121
Grade: A+
Aug 2, 2018
Would take again

Awesome professor! Knows his stuff. Is kind and friendly. Not boring to listen to at all. Memorize the lecture notes he gives you and you will ace the test. It's not often one of the test questions is bad but if it is he is willing to admit it and give credit. Top notch professor. Don't mistake that for saying the class is easy, it's not.

Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
Caring
1.0
5.0
BIO2190
Grade: C
Dec 12, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Terrible teacher. Does not care about the students. The tests are insanely hard and he does not provide a study guide. I asked him a simple question and after three days of no response i had to resend my email. I recieved the rudest response ive ever had from a teacher. He woulf not "entertain" me. Does not grade fairly for online classes.

Tough Grader
5.0
3.0
BIO2190
Grade: B
Dec 16, 2018
Would take again

Although there were lots of notes, if you go over them enough, then you will do well on the exams. All the exams were straight from the notes. There were two super easy projects. I got a hundred on both of them.

Participation matters
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
4.0
3.0
BIOL2190
Grade: A
Dec 20, 2018
Would take again

I had the pleasure of taking nutrition and although no study guides were provided, we had his notes that were the same thing on the test. There is A LOT of info, but as long as you study and listen to his lectures you will be fine. his projects are an easy 100% as well as his discussion posts.

Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
1.0
BIOL1020
Grade: B
Feb 17, 2019
Would take again

Although quizzes were hard, the assignments were easy and you can still pull off a really good grade.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
3.0
4.0
BIO2190
Grade: B
May 3, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Taken as an online course. Discussion boards and projects are super easy if you do what is required. The tests, however, are quite the opposite. I have not had to study this hard for tests in a long time! STUDY STUDY STUDY or take another professor. I have had a 4.0 until this instructor.

Participation matters
Test heavy
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
BIOL1020
Grade: A
May 6, 2019
Would take again

It was a great class!

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
5.0
4.0
BIO2190
Grade: A
Jan 29, 2020
Wouldn't take again

You'll have to sharpen your study tactics--but what's expected is clear.

Graded by few things
Test heavy
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
BIOL1020
Grade: A
Feb 21, 2020
Would take again

BIOL 1020 was easy just follow the directions for the projects. The quizzes come directly from the notes

Accessible outside class
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
1.0
4.0
BIOL2121
Mar 12, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Do not take his online course! Theres tons of quizzes and tests that arent similar to the coursework. You never get a chance to see what you got wrong. You must memorize everything word for word for his quizzes and tests because they are fill in and spelling counts. He makes you feel dumb when you email him. I had a perfect GPA. Wont take again.

4.0
5.0
BIOL2121
May 8, 2020
Would take again

There are 18 lab quizzes, 4 lab exams, and 5 lecture exams. For the lab quizzes and exams you have to type in your answers and spelling counts! If youre not prepared to study hard until you fully understand every bit of material dont take him. He also doesnt show what you get wrong on quizzes and tests!

5.0
4.0
BIOL2122
Grade: A
May 13, 2020
Would take again

Dr. H is AMAZING! His tests come directly from his chapter notes. Lab quizzes are from the lab notes and spelling counts. I took him online for A&P 1&2 and I received an A both times. It is HARD and you have to put in the work but if you do you will EARN YOUR A! I did well on TEAS bc of this class!

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
1.0
5.0
ISCI2001
Oct 14, 2020
Wouldn't take again

He is not accessible through outlook email. You must email him on D2L. He does not help you at all. If you dont turn something in the way he wants youll get a zero. If your picture for you ID check on lockdown is blurry youll get a zero. He is a very hard professor when I emailed him with a question he told me to look at the rubric. Dont take

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
4.0
2.0
BIOL1020
Grade: A
Nov 17, 2020
Would take again

The unit discussions require some effort but as long as you follow the rubric you'll be fine. There are 8 quizzes total that he gives 2 attempts on , which is good. All the quizzes are monitored so you must study and be prepared. If you study and take good notes you should pass the quizzes easy.

Clear grading criteria
5.0
1.0
ISCI2001
Grade: A
Dec 18, 2020
Would take again

ISCI has lots of work but if you follow the directions then you will get a great grade. I enjoyed the discussions and the activities.

Lots of homework
Accessible outside class
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
BIOL2122
Grade: A
Dec 23, 2020
Would take again

BIOL 2122 online was strait forward. The exams can directly from the notes and in order. I reviewed exams during his office hours and he helped me with the questions I got wrong. He was way better than my BIOL 2121 teacher.

Accessible outside class
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
3.0
BIOL2121
Grade: B
Dec 29, 2020
Would take again

I worked real hard in this class but I earned a great grade. I signed up for his AP 2 class and feel comfortable that I will do well in that class too.

Accessible outside class
Participation matters
Caring
5.0
3.0
BIOL2122
Grade: B
Jan 27, 2021
Would take again

Exams were fair and right from the notes. I loved the online lab activities and lab quizzes. They helped me get a great grade in the lab portion. Discussion were super simple.

Accessible outside class
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
5.0
1.0
ISCI2001
Grade: A
Mar 7, 2021
Would take again

Super easy class

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
1.0
5.0
ISCI2001
Grade: C+
Apr 5, 2021
Wouldn't take again

By far worst professor ive ever had. Doesnt care at all about helping students out when we need him. He seems like he gets paid to do absolutely nothing because we teach ourselves everything.

Lots of homework
Tough grader
5.0
1.0
ISCI2001
Grade: B
Apr 23, 2021
Would take again

It's a good class. The activities were fun and easy.

Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
1.0
BIOL1020
Grade: A
Apr 26, 2021
Would take again

The first two quizzes were tough but the rest are easy. You can get 100s on the discussion and your homework. I hope to take him for my other science elective.

Accessible outside class
3.0
4.0
ISCI2001
Grade: B+
May 14, 2021
Would take again

1 word: ROUGH. The portfolios are ridiculous. Miss 3 things on them? Automatic 0. Everything is due weekly and can be a lot. Had to push for him to give an example of the portfolio layout because there was no instruction on how it needed to be written. Asking him a question, he came back with a question, not an answer and that's not helpful.

Participation matters
Tough grader
5.0
3.0
ISCI2001
Grade: B
May 24, 2021
Would take again

The quizzes were easy but make sure you use the study guides to help prepare for the midterm and final. The activity assignments were easy but the portfolio assignments too more time to complete. Overall, I liked the class.

Accessible outside class
Clear grading criteria
Caring
1.0
4.0
BIOL1020
Grade: F
Jul 23, 2021
Wouldn't take again

He doesnt work with you at all. You have to teach yourself everything. If you have a question he refers you to the rubric. I took his class twice because I didnt have a choice the 2nd time and failed both times. It doesnt matter if you turn in the assignments/discussions on time because the tests are difficult. This class raptured my GPA.

Accessible outside class
Get ready to read
Participation matters
5.0
3.0
BIOL2121
Grade: A
Dec 9, 2021
Would take again

Dr. Harnden believed in me and encouraged me. I would not have done well if it wasn't for him. I worked hard and it paid off.

Respected
Inspirational
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
BIOL2121
Grade: B
Dec 21, 2021
Would take again

I didn't think I was going to pass the class and Mr. H said he believed in me. I started to feel comfortable asking questions and using study techniques he suggested to use. I went from a D just before the drop deadline to making a B. I wish he was teaching AP2 on campus.

Hilarious
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
1.0
5.0
BIOL2190
Grade: F
Feb 3, 2022
Wouldn't take again

Worst teacher I have had. Doesnt care about anyone and is a very hard grader. Ruined my gpa and could not pass.

Tough grader
1.0
5.0
BIOL2190
Grade: F
Feb 3, 2022
Wouldn't take again

He was one of the worst teachers at Georgia Highlands. I could not pass and he never wanted to work with me. Always referred me to syllabus or rubric anytime I had questions. He didnt want to put the time in to talking to his students and he only wanted his pay check. Do not take his class.

Tough grader
5.0
1.0
BIO1020
Grade: A
Dec 28, 2022
Would take again

Class was E Z

Caring
Accessible outside class
5.0
2.0
BIOL
Grade: A
Jul 21, 2023
Would take again

I had Dr. Harnden for BIOL 1108 and wish I took him for BIOL 1107. He was organized and his exams were directly from his notes. His lectures were easy to follow and he had videos if you missed class.

EXTRA CREDIT
Caring
Respected
5.0
1.0
BIOL
Grade: A
Dec 28, 2024
Would take again

Dr. H was very funny and helpful. You can take his exams twice to get a better grade. The exams come from the notes and were clear. I am taking him for BIOL 1108.

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
5.0
1.0
BIO1020
Grade: A+
Feb 26, 2025
Would take again

I wish every professor I had taught and laid out the curriculum like Professor Harnden did. Everything was incredibly clear, straight forward, educational, but also fun. I really struggled with BIOL 1010 but in the next level BIO class I have excelled thanks to Mr. Harnden. I would select him as my professor for any class 1000 times again!

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
Caring
5.0
3.0
BIOL
Grade: A
Apr 4, 2025
Would take again

Dr. H's notes are clear and the exams come directly from the notes. He even lets you take two attempts at each exam. Discussions were easy and the homework was fun. I wish I had him for BIOL 1010

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
1.0
BIO2160
Grade: A
May 14, 2025
Would take again

Padlet assignments were easy and you get to take multiple attempts on exams. Discussion participation was confusing at first but easy to do well in discussions.

Clear grading criteria
Accessible outside class
3.0
2.0
BIOL1020
Grade: B
Oct 28, 2025

Not an understanding professor by any means. Grades heavy but doesn't give you feedback on how to do better for the assignment, let alone he doesn't read nor follow his own rubric. Copy's and paste questions from online for his exam and still requires lockdown browser… if you want to learn anything, get ready to teach yourself.

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
Lots of homework
5.0
2.0
BIOL1107
Grade: A
Dec 19, 2025
Would take again

He is funny and his lectures are interesting. The exam questions are made from the class notes. He gives two attempts on exams which saved my grade in the class.

Amazing lectures
Hilarious
Caring
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