4.4

Timothy Shay

Health Science - Santa Fe College

4.4
Quality
3.4
Difficulty
50%
Would Retake
436
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4.4
Quality
3.4
Difficulty
4.4
Helpful
4.3
Clarity

50%

Would Retake

436

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What Students Say

I barely made a B in this class

BSC2084 - 3.0 rating

Lectures are harder than labs

BSC2085 - 2.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

50%

Textbook Required

92%

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Reviews (300)
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BSC2084
Aug 5, 2010

TAKE THIS CLASS WITH SHAY!!! You are an idiot if you don't.

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BSC2084
Aug 5, 2010

This class is not that hard if you study and listen to the lectures online or in class. You must study the notes.

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BSC2084
Aug 6, 2010

I took the online class and was a little nervous considering it has a lab; however, his way of teaching online is awesome! His online lectures and labs allows you to understand the material just as if you were in the classroom. Don't expect it to be easy because there is so much info in A&P, but study the notes and you'll do well!

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BSC2084
Aug 6, 2010

He is very good with his teaching, very helpful,you have to read the book if want an A in the class and study hard. He is very helpful in answering questions and his lecture notes are his test.He got lecture practice exams and lectures online also to help you if you didn't understand the material in class or missed it. I loved his class.

5.0
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BSC2084
Aug 6, 2010

I enjoyed this class, if you study and attend class you will do great, he is very good about telling you what areas to focus on for the exams. The exams are pretty tough but directly from his lecture/notes

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BSC2084
Aug 6, 2010

Took the online class & loved it. He was very willing to help when needed. Take this class....

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BSC2084
Aug 6, 2010

He is a good teacher. Just be sure to know his notes and read the book for the exams.

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BSC2084
Aug 6, 2010

I took the online A&P class. I am always a little sketchy about taking online classes because im not the best on the computer, but he was very helpful with any problems i had. The site was easy to navigate through and would take any class tought by him again.

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BSC2084
Aug 6, 2010

Mr. Shay is an excellent teacher! He already provides you with lecture notes, and has online videos for further clarification. However this not an easy course, regardless of the teacher. class attendance isnt mandatory, but labs are. I would highly recommend him!

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BSC2084
Aug 6, 2010

I took Tim over the summer. There was a lot of information covered, but he provides you with helpful study materials. Not only do you listen to his lectures in class, but you can watch them online as well. Also, he provides online flash cards, lab models + tutorials. His tests are very structured and you always know what to expect.Great teacher!

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BSC2084
Aug 6, 2010

He is a great professor. As long as you watch the presentations and put time into the class you will do well.

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BSC2084
Aug 7, 2010

I did not like Mr. Shay. He cant spell, and the gives no help. I emailed him once and when he replied I had to read the message five times to try and understand it. It still didnt help. DO NOT TAKE HIM!! YOU WILL NOT DO WELL!! IF YOU TAKE HIM DONT TAKE ONLINE!!

5.0
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BSC2084
Aug 7, 2010

Mr. Shay provided several study materials for the tests. I learned a lot in his class and love anatomy. He was a really great teacher. I was dissapionted in his lack of response to some of my emails.

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BSC2084
Aug 8, 2010

This class requires a lot of study time every week. It is a lot of information but professor shay provides all the tools nescessary to understand the information. I would definately tak him for anatomy!

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BSC2084
Aug 9, 2010

oh my my my what can i say i love this man he is the best teacher ever EVER did i say EVER!!!! yes the class is hard but its not because of him its just a lot of info but its because of him i passed this class all you need to do is study a lot and you will do fine he provides a lot of material that will help you get ready for the tests...good luck!

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BSC2084
Aug 9, 2010

He was an awesome teacher! There is tons of material and you will have to study hard, but Tim makes it fun. I say take him on campus its a lot easier than online and you get all the extra material to use online too which really helps.

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BSC2084
Aug 10, 2010

This rating is for the lab section of BSC2084L. I took the online course (lecture and lab). Mr. Shay has great presentations though I found it difficult to take the online labs as the images didn't conistently match either the presentations or the text. I did better on the lab exams than the online quizzes.

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BSC2084
Aug 10, 2010

I took this class online and thought that Professor Shay did a good job providing videos and other information to help understand the material more cleary. However, if this is your first time taking anatomy I would not reccomend taking it onlin without any medical terminololgy knowledge. Overall Shay was a great teacher!

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BSC2084
Aug 10, 2010

I think that this is a hard class to do on line. Mr. Shay seemed very open and helpful the few times I got to see him.

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BSC2084
Aug 10, 2010

This is a hard class to do online. Mr. Shaywas allways helpful whenever I saw him.

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BSC2084
Aug 11, 2010

Tim was direct and to the point. You must study to do well. No complaints.

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BSC2084
Aug 12, 2010

Tim is an AWESOME teacher but get ready to study. A lot of info is covered in this class but he provides you with everything you need to do well. You can tell he really wants his students not only to succeed in his class but also prepare them to thrive in a career in the medical field as well. So again, WONDERFUL teacher but you will have to study.

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BSC2084
Aug 12, 2010

A LOT of information to pack into one class, but with Tim's help you can do it.

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BSC2084
Aug 12, 2010

very hard material, great professor for it. i took a&p online and it is the best online setup i've ever used. some of the online labs were hard to define, but if you do them early and watch the presantations it helps tramendously. don't take the a&p if you dont have to, but if forced take shay for sure.

5.0
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BSC2084
Nov 18, 2010

You definitely have to study (really you should not expect otherwise since it is anatomy), however Shay is a great teacher and willing to help with anything that is unclear in and out of class.

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BSC2084
Aug 12, 2010

Took this class online over summer C, he was awsome and had very clear Notes and Presentations, had reviews and very clear instructions

5.0
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BSC2084
Nov 30, 2010

Knowledgeable, Experienced, and Professional. Tim provides and presents all necessary information, as well as provides further resources for the student's learning and success. If one uses all materials provided, then one will be rewarded with success in the class.

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BSC2084
Nov 30, 2010

Overall great guy. He's a Christian, and you can tell just by how he holds himself up. Very professional, sarcastic, and can take punches just was well as deal them. Whoever said he misspells a lot is a freakin' ****. You try spelling every single word correctly with only one eye and tell me how that works out for you! =P

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BSC2084
Nov 30, 2010

Tim is very knowledgeable and helpful. I have class online and was a little nervous that it was going to be really hard. However, he goes out of his way to post presentations where he explains everything. Anatomy is hard, but Tim is fair..if you study his notes and presentations like he tells you too, you will do fine.

4.0
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BSC2084
Nov 30, 2010

Great teacher, helpful and wants you to learn and do well. Hard material, study a lot and use his notes and practice exams and you will do well. I took it online, I would go to his class.

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BSC2084
Nov 30, 2010

Very good teacher...listen to lectures online and study notes, and you will have no problem. He is fair, but not easy. would reccommend him and take him for other classes.

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BSC2084
Nov 30, 2010

Good teacher.funny.

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BSC2084
Dec 1, 2010

This class is very interesting, and Tim Shay does a very good job of keeping the class stimulating. His tests are very fair, and he goes over "take home messages" relentlessly. He is one of the best teachers I have ever had in terms of clarity. My only complaint is his notes and their lack of organization and wordiness.

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BSC2084
Dec 1, 2010

Awesome teacher, I learned a lot from this class. I feel like it prepared me well for a future in the medical field. Tough class and test, but that's how you learn.

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BSC2084
Dec 1, 2010

Tim Shay is an excellent professor of Anatomy&Physiology. He is very enthusiastic and knowledgeable about the topic. Unlike most professors who give comparatively general exams, he tests at exactly the level of detail he lectures to. The material is challenging, but Shay is a fair and caring instructor who is willing to help.

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BSC2084
Dec 1, 2010

Pasionate about the material. Fair. Please understand that you must study. This is a weed-out class- and Shay will "weed" out the weak. The tests are hard and detailed. I believe he has a point, if one is going into health care, they must be serious and detail oriented. Only one word of advice for Mr.Shay- a bit more clarity on the test wording.

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BSC2084
Dec 1, 2010

Tim Shay does a great job keeping the material and the class interesting. The tests are very detailed and you MUST study. He gives you notes and his on-line presentations are a great learning tool. I will be making an A, but I really had to study many hours. If you put in the effort you can pass this class. He is the best teacher for A&P.

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BSC2084
Dec 1, 2010

Tough class, but Tim is fair and wants you to do well. If you put in the study time you should do well on the tests. Good professor who is very knowledgeable and passionate about the material.

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ANOT2084
Dec 1, 2010

Tim is very knowlegeable and easy to understand. He puts things into real world examples.

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BSC2084
Dec 1, 2010

Great teacher & detailed class.

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BSC2084
Dec 1, 2010

He was a very helpful teacher. His notes and lab lectures online help so much. Great teacher.

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BSC2084
Dec 1, 2010

Tim is a fantastic teacher; this is a very intense class with a lot of material, but he does his best to explain things in way that will help you understand exactly what he is talking about. It was not an easy class, but if you put a lot of effort into studying then it will pay off in the end.

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HSC2084
Dec 2, 2010

Awesome teacher! All notes are exactly what is on the test!! I would recommend to everyone!

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BSC2084
Dec 2, 2010

Class is not easy! but Shay gives you all the tools you need to do well, provided you actually study. Took it online he provides actual lectures to watch as opposed to just assigning reading. Give detailed handouts and provides practice tests to take online before the exams. Would recommend; but it is a time consuming course.

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ANTMY2084
Dec 2, 2010

Professor Shay is a good teacher. The class is not easy, you have a lot of notes to study in a short time. His lecture presentation are very helpful and covers all the materials needed to pass his course. A lot of study time is required. I took the course online.

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HSC2084
Dec 2, 2010

I tool this class online. It is not an easy class. Takes a lot of studying and memorizing the material. Professor Shay is very thorough with his lectures and study guides.

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BSC2084
Dec 2, 2010

Have to add a thought, He is a wonderful teacher. His test questions may be perfectly clear, perhaps it is just me that was confused! Thake Mr. Shay- he is a true professional. Its hard to evaluate anything during finals...my brain is mush form constant studies...but he is the best!!!

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BSC2084
Dec 2, 2010

This class is easy if you study and attend the lectures, provided you are not taking the online course. Overall, Shay provides all the things you need to suceed (ie. lecture notes online, lectures online if you miss a class, etc...). If you don't study you won't pass. PERIOD. He is helpful and I got alot out of it personally.

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BSC2084
Dec 2, 2010

Class was very helpful. If you watch the Lectures and do the quizes youll do fine. Make sure you study!!! I took it online and loved it!

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BCS2084
Dec 2, 2010

Prof Shay is a great teacher that cares about teaching his class. He was always available to answer questions online or in person. The class material was hard but hey its anatomy!

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BSC2084
Dec 3, 2010

Great professor! Very though course, but for no other reason than to benefit the student. Professor Shay honestly cares about the education of his course attendee's while adding a fun twist, guaranteed to help you remember. Highly recommended!

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BSC2084
Dec 3, 2010

I took BSC 2084 as an online class with Professor Shay, and could not have asked for a better teacher. He types all the notes out for you and everything is very clear on what we need to know. For an online class and for it to be anatomy it was pretty easy and very easy to learn.

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BSC2084
Dec 6, 2010

Professor Shay was a pretty laid back teacher. I loved going to class becuase he explains things very clearly. He also has online lectures that you can go back & listen to at home as well. He gives you all the tools to pass. It's just up to you to study them.

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BSC2084
Mar 6, 2011

Very eager to get the information in your head. Will review over and over until it's done. Bent over backwards for test reviewing. Great teacher.

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BSC2084
Apr 13, 2011

Tim is hands down the best professor I've ever had! He has created the most helpful online lectures and lab presentations. His knowledge far surpasses that of a typical adjunct and he's very passionate about his field. There's no denying the course content is difficult, but Tim makes it fun and interesting.

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BSC2084
Apr 28, 2011

Excellent Professor. Has everything you need for the class on angel. Class was easy but not for everyone.

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BSC2084
Apr 28, 2011

HE is ONE of a KIND!!! all the best qualities in the world in in this man ! Greaaaaaaaat Professor in anyyyy way U can imagine and he is the kindest professor everrrrrrrr!!!!

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BSC2084
Apr 28, 2011

Tim is a great instructor. He always made sure you had what you needed, all the notes were provided for you and he is more than happy to assist with any questions or problems that you may have.

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BSC2084
Apr 30, 2011

Great professor. If you' re going to take Anatomy and physiology I would definitely recommend taking his class. He's got a ton of videos and notes online to help you understand the material. I knew almost nothing about the human body compared to what I know now. He's easy to talk to and really tries to help you.He is tough, but fair.

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BSC2084
Apr 30, 2011

Great instructor. Made you interested in the material. Was very thorough. Would definitely recommend.

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BSC2084
May 9, 2011

Mr. Shay is a GREAT teacher and really makes the course interesting to learn. The only thing I can critisize about is some of his questions from tests are in the book and not in his notes. But most of what you need is in the notes.

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BSC2085
Aug 6, 2011

The word "Helpful" doesn't do any justice to how much Prof. Shay does for his students. Very fair with his students and grades. I took A&P 1 online over summer with him and it's not an easy class. Pay attention to the lectures. Huge emphasis placed on on-campus tests and lab pracicals so study well.

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BSC2084
Aug 13, 2011

Compared to other A&P professors Shay is amazing. I took his class online and learned A LOT. He has extremely high standards and has hard tests/assignments, but if you do them you learn a lot and will walk away at the end of the semester with a GREAT understanding of how the body works. His test questions are 100% clear and test you perfectly.

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BSC2084
Sep 1, 2011

Hands down the greatest teacher i've had since starting at Santa Fe. He teachers directly from his notes I only used my book for pictures of lab material. His test questions come directly from his notes there are no surprises. If you attend class and study the material you should not have any problem with this course, I wish he taught every course!

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BSC2085
Nov 19, 2011

A&P I is a hard class, but Prof Shay online is a pretty good teacher. He gives you plenty of materials to use. Textbook is only used to supplement. The quizzes are not timed (which is awesome) and gives you two chances to take the lab quizzes with no timer. The class material is hard, but Prof. Shay made the online class easier then I thought.

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BSC2085
Nov 19, 2011

A&P 2085 with Mr. Shay is great. I took his class online. He gives you all the material you need to prepare you for his exams and lab exams. His is great. Great class to take online. I recommend anyone to take him...

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BSC2085
Nov 19, 2011

If you want to feel like you are in med school take this guy. Yes he is nice and will help you. If you take him I hope for you this isn't your first A+P class and it is the only class you are taking this semester. Online has rediculous amounts of informaion to learn. Frustrating and overwhelming and I am a straight A student.

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BSC2085
Nov 19, 2011

Let me start off by saying, this class is pretty difficult with a LOT of content. However, Shay gives you all of the tools you need to succeed. Quizzes are not timed and textbook is only needed for supplemental reasons. I would recommend this class ONLY if you plan on putting a lot of time and work into it.

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BSC2085
Nov 19, 2011

If you plan on pursuing something in nursing/medicine then Shay will prepare you! This is a very hard class, so try to take it only with other easy ones in the semester. Awesome online lectures, quizzes are not timed but can get very specific. He puts notes with definitions online too, which are a huge help!

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BSC2085
Nov 21, 2011

This is a hard class, but Professor Shay gives you everything you need to succeed. You need to be prepared to work for your grade! A&P is a difficult class with a lot of information, but if you need to take it online, take it with Shay! I do wish the lab portion had more, but you can always go to the open labs to study the models hands-on.

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BSC2085
Nov 22, 2011

He responds very quickly to questions.

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BSC2084
Nov 22, 2011

HE IS A EXCELLENT TEACHER, IF YOU STUDY HARD AND GO TO CLASS YOU WILL PASS.......

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BSC2084
Nov 23, 2011

Mr. Shay is a great teacher, who knows his stuff. A&P has a lot of material & requires a lot of studying. Come to class & study hard & you'll pass.

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BSC2085
Nov 25, 2011

MADE THE ONLINE COURSE FAIRLY BETTER.

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ANATOOM2
Nov 27, 2011

He is a great teacher! This is a very hard class with a lot of information to cover. you will need to study every day to pass this class. He gives you all the information you need to pass, however, it is a little difficult to know what to focus on for the tests. He is always willing to help you understand the material and has helpful ways to study.

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BSC2084
Nov 28, 2011

GREAT Teacher! He enjoys coming to class which makes it non-boring. There is a lot of info to cover whoever you take A&P with; difference is he actually teaches the material so you understand HOW things work. Like I said involves a lot of material, but everything is provided on angel when you start. Go to class and study your handouts you?ll pass!

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BSC2084
Nov 29, 2011

Tim knows his stuff and will take the time to explain it over and over to you if needed. He gives you everything you need to complete this class but you have to study for this class. If you miss a class they are online, practice quizes, notes and pictures. Very well structured class!

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BSC051
Nov 29, 2011

Awesome teacher!!!!! You will love him. He is awesome for visual learners. I will definitely say he made me love A&P. I couldn't be happier to go into a medical practice because of him!

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BSC2084
Nov 30, 2011

Mr. Shay is a wonderful teacher. His words are very clear and easy to understand in lecture, and one can tell he enjoys what he teaches. The material is tough, however he makes it a little less difficult with the notes. Be sure to study the notes, they are the main resource for lecture exams. I would totally recommend Tim Shay for BSC2084.

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BSC2084
Nov 30, 2011

Mr. Shay is by far the best instructor I have had at SFC! He is very passionate about A&P, and has organized notes and lectures and labs that are extremely helpful. I found the class easy, but I am also very interested in the topic and did study a lot. His emphasizes every test question in the notes, and cares that students do well.

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BSC051
Nov 30, 2011

Mr.Shay is a great teacher! He really knows what he is talking about, and keeps the class interesting. I would recommend him to anyone looking to take A&P.

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BSC2084
Dec 1, 2011

Mr Shay is a fantastic teacher. He provides a vast amount of information to help pass the class and maintain a vast sum of knowledge. By nature, this class is difficult and filled with a huge amount of info to learn. Mr Shay provides detailed notes, flashcards, audio and video lectures, as well as excellent lecture and lab sessions.

5.0
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BSC2084
Dec 1, 2011

Awesome teacher, one of the best I've had at Santa Fe. He is clear about what he wants you to know for tests, and is very straightforward in teaching. Holds reviews the class before the tests which really help. Tells stories relevant to class material that are entertaining and informative. If I could, I would take him again.

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BSC2084
Dec 3, 2011

Mr. Shay is an excellent teacher! He is very helpful and puts notes and flashcards on the angel website for use. His lectures are available on angel. Study your notes really well and you will pass the class as well as learn about A&P.

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BSC2085
Dec 5, 2011

Mr. Shay is a great professor. The class is interesting and his notes are very comprehensive. He is also very accomodating. Sometimes it takes him awhile to respond to e-mails, but overall, I recommend his class.

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ANT051
Dec 6, 2011

great teacher, very good class

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BSC2085
Dec 8, 2011

Professor Shay is a good teacher. I took his BSC 2085 online class in fall, and he was great. I liked his pedagogy, particularly the way he made his presentations very well and clear. I would recommend him.

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BSC0M2
Dec 9, 2011

Mr. Shay is a great teacher. If you study his notes and the presentations you will do well in the class.

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BSC2085
Dec 9, 2011

Very good prof. Only thing was sometimes the note didn't follow lecture exactly online but gave reasonable expectations for exams and labs

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BSC2085
Dec 11, 2011

Took this class online. He is a great teacher, had a lot of helpful links and powerpoints, online lectures were also very helpful! Just make sure to study!

4.0
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BSC2085
Dec 13, 2011

Was a good class. If you don't mind a har clss online

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BSC2085
Dec 14, 2011

Great teacher! Explains everything very well! Everything is straight to the point! The best online teacher ever!

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BSC2084
Jan 12, 2012

Mr. Shay is a great professor. He expects you to learn for yourself but provides more than sufficient resources to assist. Plus, let's face it, the man has an excellent beard.

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BSC2085
Apr 14, 2012

I took Prof. Shay's online course and it couldn't have been better. A&P 1 will always be a tough course, but he tells you exactly how to succeed, gives you everything you need, and leaves the rest up to you. Very possible to do very well if you put in ample time.

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BSC2085
Apr 15, 2012

Professor Shay is an excellent teacher. He gives you all of the information you need to succeed in many different learning styles. A&P is primarily memorization, so expect to put in a lot of study time or don't take the class.

5.0
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BSC2085
Apr 15, 2012

Professor Shay is a great teacher who really cares about his students. I took his class online and he is pretty good about getting back to you quickly. He laid out all of the information and what he expected from the start. This class is pretty much all memorizing! I would recommend Professor Shay to other students! He is great.

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BSC2085
Apr 15, 2012

Anatomy is not an easy thing to learn or comprehend for that matter unless you give it 100% of your attention. Professor Shay gave it his all to lay out a path for us and it was up to the student as always to follow that path and learn as much as one can.it didnt seem like an online course with the lectures he proveded,it was nice. good teacher.

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BSC2085
Apr 15, 2012

In my opinion Tim Shay is one of the better A&P teachers at Santa Fe. I took his online course and for an online class he is extremely helpful and gives you all the material you need to do well on the test and quizzes. His tests come from his notes and presentations so if you put in time to study you will do well in his class!

5.0
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BSC2085
Apr 16, 2012

Professor Shay is very knowledgable and helpful. The class can become quite difficult, but his notes and presentations have all the information you need, and if you pair that with the book and his quick responses via e-mail (I took his online class) then the class shouldn't be a problem. I enjoyed his teaching.

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BSC2085
Apr 16, 2012

Professor Shay is an excellent instructor to take for an online course. Anatomy is a very hard course and you have to be willing to put in the time studying for a decent grade. Your grade consists of 3 Lecture Tests, 3 Lab Tests, and about 10-12 online quizzes for both the lecture and lab sections.

4.0
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BSCOM2
Apr 16, 2012

Anatomy is a ahrd class to take, greatly if you decide to take it online. Professor Shay gave clear notes and study material for use in the class as well as diagrams for the labs. The test are on Saturday mornings however so dedication is needed.This is class for working students that do not have time to go to a lab and lecture weekly.

4.0
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BSC0M2
Apr 17, 2012

Very good professor for taking antanomy online which isn't easy,but I can say he's a really smart professor and is very fair with grading.You have to study and put in the hours to past this class.Good luck hope this was helpful.

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ANTMY2085
Apr 17, 2012

professor shay is very good for bsc 2085. he provides everything you need for an online class. when i needed clarification, he provided it. he never seemed to grow weary of my requests for help. the class is difficult -- it's bsc 2085. professor shay isn't trying to trick you -- he wants you to learn and he gives you what you need

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Apr 18, 2012

Really good teacher. I didn't use the textbook in this class, i didnt take it online but i probably would recommend taking it online if you live far because the online people and in class people get the same info. Its all memorization of definitions.

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Apr 18, 2012

A great professor, very clear and doesn't test on anything he hasn't taught. Very comfortable learning enviroment, feel free to ask any questions, he prefers inquiry. I took he class on campus, but he puts complete lecture notes, presentations nd practice test online, VERY HELPFUL! I would definetely recommend him to anyone.

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BSC2085
Apr 18, 2012

professor shay is very good for bsc 2085. he provides everything you need for an online class. the class is not difficult.

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BCS2084
Apr 19, 2012

he was great, he explained everything so you could understand, you ask as many questions as you like. memorizing is the key to this class...i would recommend him to everyone!!

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Apr 19, 2012

Mr. Shay is a great teacher, he really knows what he is talking about. I would recommend him to anyone wanting to take an Anatomy and Physiology. Make sure to study his practice tests they are the exact questions on the test.

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Apr 19, 2012

He was okay, all he did was read the lectures off of the power point. Definately not an easy A class, if you do not study don't count on passing.

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Apr 22, 2012

I took this class online, so it can require more work on the students part. He posted lectures to listen to which was helpful. He also provided lecture notes which helped focus what to study rather then everything in the chapters. I recommend taking him.

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Apr 23, 2012

Thie professor is amazing. He is so interested in the class which makes it a better learning environment. He is one of the best professors I've had.

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Apr 24, 2012

You have to study, not an easy A, but he is a great teacher and really helps you understand the material.

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Apr 24, 2012

Professor explained things in great detail. Has a good sense of humor. Very easy to talk to and helpful.

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Apr 24, 2012

Nice and helpful! Taught very precise and clear.

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Apr 24, 2012

Took the online course. Not an easy A but if you study the lecture notes and exam reviews you will be fine! I would recommend taking him.

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Apr 24, 2012

anatomy is tough regardless of the teacher but mr. shay was helpful and fun. if i can get a B in the class anyone can

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Apr 24, 2012

The best instructor I have ever had. This is not an easy class but Mr. Shay is fantastic. He is extremely knowledgeable in the subject matter. He is very clear about his expectations. Really enjoyable.

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Apr 24, 2012

I took class online and on campus you must study in order to pass class but mr shay makes it very easy and understandable. Very helpful either online and on campus test all multiple choice and he provides wonderful notes. I would recommend

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Apr 24, 2012

It's an interesting class. Just read and study your notes and listen to his lectures and you'll pass the class.

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Apr 25, 2012

Anatomy is a hard class but Mr Shay is extremely helpful. If you study the notes and do the practice exams you will do really well.

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Apr 25, 2012

Study alot and you will do fine.

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Apr 25, 2012

Keep up with the work-load and you'll do alright.

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Apr 25, 2012

This is not an easy class, but Tim does his best to help you understand the material and do well on tests. He gets everybody to participate in class which has a significant effect on grades. He also does reviews for EVERY test. I would definitely recommend him for this hard course because he really makes it as easy as possible.

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BCS2084
Apr 25, 2012

Hard Class. Mr Shay is a good teacher who is there to help and teaches in the easiest way he prob could. If you dont have the time and drive to put into this class, I dont suggest it. Alot to learn in a small amount of time. If you do take it, Shay is very easy to talk to and ask ANY questions.

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Apr 26, 2012

Professor Shay has been extremely helpful and is very interesting to listen to during lectures. His class is very challenging and enjoyable.

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Apr 26, 2012

Great teacher! The test are hard but he gives you complete notes, online lecture, in class lecture, and you have a book (that you don't need because everything is covered in his notes.)I got a cheap older edition Intro. A&P book for the pictures and that is all you need.

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Apr 28, 2012

Study what he says and you will be fine.

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May 2, 2012

Great teacher. Clear, helpful honest

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Jun 6, 2012

Good teacher. Good teaching methods. No surprises.

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Jul 28, 2012

This is definitely not an easy A. You have to actually put time into this class and you cannot procrastinate. He's a nice man with good intentions. His lecture notes, and presentations are very clear and helpful. I recommend getting the book because it fills those gaps that you might not understand.

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Jul 28, 2012

Material is difficult, tests are very detail oriented. You can study for a week straight and get to the test and still not now some of the answers. Prof Shay is very helpful and prepares you for the final by giving lecture exams that are similar to the final. Be ready to study a lot if you are taking this course online like I did.

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Jul 28, 2012

Taking this class online is very doable if your already adapt to keeping up with online classes. He provides plenty of information in his online presentations (which are great) and lecture notes. Online Labs leave a lot to be desired but if you study the old lab quiz material you'll do ok on the test.

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Jul 29, 2012

Best teacher I have ever had! If you study the notes he gives you there is no reason you wont pass. He gives extra credit and is very understanding (gives time to do assignments). Take him!!!!1

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Jul 29, 2012

Tim is a wonderful professor for A&P. He makes the expectations for the class very clear from the beginning and tries to be as helpful as possible since this can be a challenging class. He is very straightforward in his teaching style: he tells you what you need to learn for the tests and if you follow his advice you will have no problem succeeding

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Jul 29, 2012

Tim is a great instructor for A&P. He makes the expectations for this challenging course very clear and always teaches what you need to know for the exams. If you follow his suggestions of what to study and prepare for the exams, you will have no trouble doing well. This is a tough course but if you put in the time he will help you succeed

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Jul 30, 2012

Shay is the greatest and most qualified individual I have ever met. I took both anatomy and human anatomy online. He is well knowledged on the human body. If you put in the time and effort you will pass his course

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Jul 30, 2012

Professor Shay was a good teacher. It was an online course and he made it very easy to learn and understand things through all the sources he gave us to use. I would recommend him as your anatomy teacher!

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Jul 30, 2012

Lecture notes are good, presentations are very informative. Test questions will require light reading of book. Overall a very interesting class.

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BSCCM1
Jul 31, 2012

I took this class online and it seemed kinda easy, but you need to use the book a lot. The tests were on saturday. There were three tests and after each test there was a week that no assignments were due and then a week before tests when no assignments were due. He gives you a vgood amount of time to study. He misses appointments you make with him.

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Jul 31, 2012

I took this class online. Professor Shay does a great job of helping you succeed on the tests. His presentations are great. Doesn't feel like an online class. He also gets back to your questions quickly. I would highly recommend him!!!!!

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BSCC51
Aug 1, 2012

Dr. Shay was very insightful with his online lectures as well as his in class discussions. His presentations on Angel were very helpful and detailed. I would strongly recommend him to future students.

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Aug 1, 2012

He is a good professor, If you listen to what he says and pay attention to his notes the test are gonna be no problem.

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Aug 3, 2012

This is a challenging course,but the necessary resources are available to be successful.Dr Shay is an excellent Professor,and his knowledge of A&P is superb. Classroom presentation, and discussions are very insightful.I would take this course again,and would recommend it to anyone wanting to learn about the Human body and how it functions.

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Aug 3, 2012

Amazing teacher always willing to answer questions & go a little more in to detail for understanding. Anatomy is not an easy subject to learn but he does an awesome job teaching the subject & making it a little easier to understand.

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Aug 3, 2012

Dr. Shay was fair and made class enjoyable. If you pay attention in class, watch his presentations, go over his notes and use his resources you should do well. Only negative I can see is that there wasn't sufficient time in the semester to adequately cover the material. Highly recommend him.

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Aug 7, 2012

Awesome professor:knows his stuff and is very passionate about what he does. If you attend class and go over his lecture notes you should be set - I only referenced the text for pictures(you don't need the newest edition,any TORTORA book will do) Labs are informative and he has catchy ways of remembering things. A must take if you want to learn.

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Aug 7, 2012

Tim Shay is an awesome teacher! His test are pulled straight from his notes. He always makes sure you have all your questions answered before moving onto the next subject.The book is nice to have but I studied my notes and watched his labs online and passed.Its not mandatory to show to every class. I would take him again if I could!

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Aug 7, 2012

Great teacher...very clear presentations

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Aug 7, 2012

Mr. Shay was a good teacher and very clear on what he expects. The test are from the notes. It is by far not an easy class but he was a great teacher to take it with.

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Aug 7, 2012

I recommend Professor Shay to ANYONE! Took online class for Anatomy. Tests are straight from his notes. He provides lecture presentations. Very fast with getting grades back, and answers emails quickly! Trust Me.. TAKE HIM!

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Aug 8, 2012

The professor was nice. I believe that if I would have taken the course in class instead of online I would have learned a lot from him.

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Aug 8, 2012

This is not an easy class no matter what and if you want an A you need to work for it. I took it online and feel that Mr. Shay responded quickly to my emails and provided us with clear and plentiful information to succeed. Would highly recommend him although I think taking the class on campus might have been even better.

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Aug 8, 2012

Very hard, but if you study you will pass. Shay is a wonderful teacher, but this is a HARD course! He seems to really care about the students and them getting a passing grade. I took it online, the quizes were rather easy, but the exams (in class) is a another story! STUDY, STUDY, STUDY!

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BSCCM1
Aug 8, 2012

The information you receive is what you need to know. There were no surprises on exams.

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Aug 8, 2012

He provides all notes to ace tests. This professor loves A&P and makes learning about how you tick as painless as it can be. Personally I have to attend class, but, if any teacher provides adequate information to take this type of class online it is Shay. Reccomended Highly.

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Aug 8, 2012

Excellent teacher that is very knowledgeable in his field. Always willing to answer questions and tries to accommodate for the students. Very enthusiastic about his field. I easily recommend Tim Shay as an A&P teacher

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Aug 8, 2012

Online class, so not much teaching. The info is there and there is a lot of it. If you memorize things well and put in the time an A or B is expected.

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Aug 9, 2012

HE is a great professor and I would reccomend this class to others.

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BCS031
Aug 10, 2012

Shay is extremely qualified to teach this course and his lectures are entertaining as well as informative,

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Aug 10, 2012

very relaxed and paints a good mental picture. explains class material well and puts everything from the tests up online.

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Aug 11, 2012

The class was very ineresting and the material that we presented online was very useful an helpful.

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BSC3
Aug 15, 2012

Great teacher! Highly recommend.

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Nov 1, 2012

I never realized what a good teacher was until I took Tim Shay. He clearly loves his job (he goes way above and so far beyond to make sure you are comfortable with the material). Lecture notes vital, book unnecessary. I wish he could teach all of my classes!

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BCS2084
Nov 2, 2012

I took Tim Shay for Anatomy and Physiology. He really goes out of his way to make sure we have everything we need to study. He recognizes all the different ways people learn. He truly wants you to do well! I highly recommend him. Hard but fair!

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Nov 2, 2012

This class covers a LOT of material. If you take this class at SFC change your schedule if you have to in order to take it with Shay. This is a HARD class, but he is FULLY qualified to teach the material. His lectures are lively, interesting and will help you digest and retain this vast amount of data. His online tools are 2nd to none! Loved him!

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BSC051
Nov 2, 2012

Been out of School for a while so getting back in the groove was a little tough.Having a class with a structure like this really helped me a lot. The audio lectures are awesome,the lecture notes are on point,Mr.Shay also does a great job with his lab videos that shows exactly whats going to be on the lab test.

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Nov 2, 2012

While in his class and listening to him each pay close attention, if you don't understand just ask, he will take time to make sure you do. His lecture notes and videos are very helpful.

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Nov 7, 2012

Over all this is a great class and the information is very useful. If you are taking more than one class and you will be taking it online, I advise you that you put plenty of time to the side to complete your work and study.He is a good professor.

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Nov 9, 2012

Very nice and structured class.

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BS051
Nov 11, 2012

In his lectures A LOT of material is covered and it can seem overwhelming at first. He is more than qualified to teach the class. He does not teach directly from the text and teaches with visual aids majority of the time which keeps the class interesting. This is a difficult class but he is more than willing to help if someone doesn't understand.

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Nov 14, 2012

Class is difficult but he posts tons of different study guides. Including flashcards, practice tests and audio lectures. If you study you will do fine. He is very fair.

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Nov 16, 2012

Made a hard class very fun and intriguing. Very straight forward.He lets you know exactly what needs to be learned. One of my favorite teachers. Made me want to actually learn.

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Nov 17, 2012

Mr. Shay is an awesome individual. Completely helpful. Many times, I witnessed him humoring senseless Inquiries. I barely studied at all. I went to lectures and labs, thumbed through the book prior to tests, and occasional took advantage of his audio lectures. An A is easily possible. I haven't found anything hard about his course. Fair for sure.

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Nov 17, 2012

Great teacher but you have to do your work and study. He is very helpful and wants you to do well. I would definitely recommend him and would take him again.

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Nov 17, 2012

Dr. Shay is awesome! I his class online which was difficult but he provides you with a lot of information and tools to help you learn the material. You definitly have to be on top of your game. His lab exams are difficult but lecture exams arent too bad.

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Nov 17, 2012

Mr. Shay is a great instructor, A&P is not an easy subject to learn and you're learning so much stuff in a short period of time. But Mr. Shay is a very helpful instructor. He encourages to ask questions, quizzes and exams fallow lectures and labs. I would highly recommended him if you have to take A&P.

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Nov 17, 2012

I took this course online, this isn't a easy course, however Professor Shay provides you with all the tools you need to succeed in his class....Studying is a must. I wish he taught 2086 I would take him again. I recommend this instructor.

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Nov 17, 2012

Professor Shay is a fair instructor, this is a hard course and I think that he provides his students all the tools they need to do well in this course. Studying is a must. I would recommend taking him.

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Nov 17, 2012

Professor is good and provides the material. Some is not clear and he is not quick to respond via email.

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Nov 18, 2012

Memorize your notes and any pictures that he posts.

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Nov 18, 2012

I took his online A&P course and as long as you watched all the lectures, reviewed the notes, and do well on the quizzes the exams should be no problem. Everything he goes over is on the exams. I put the time and effort in, but he made this course doable for me.

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Nov 19, 2012

Very tough class, espically while taking it online. Professor Shay was very helpful and had practice exams for each exam. His presentations were very helpful for the exams and he posted review questions as well as flashcards for studying! He is an amzaing professor to take for this class =)

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Nov 19, 2012

Very tough course! A lot of memorization and vocabulary, especially since I took it online. Professor Shay is amazing at helping his students prepare for an exam. He posts grades up immediately which is great and also posts review question, flashcards, and a practice exam for each exam. He's great.

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Nov 19, 2012

Very good professor. Took him online and everything was setup easily and was able to follow all of the topics easy enough. The material isn't so bad if you pay attention and actually attempt to understand, he does his best to help you, if you can't get it, that's on you. If you need a good professor, I recommend Mr. Shay.

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ANTA2085
Nov 20, 2012

Very good professor.He made my frist online class very easy to understand and everything was setup and I was able to follow all of the topics easy enough

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Nov 20, 2012

Online materials were excellent. The class itself is very difficult. He is very tough and his test questions require A LOT of application.

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Nov 20, 2012

COURSE WAS TOUGH BUT VERY INTERESTING.

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Nov 24, 2012

Took his class online this fall. If you really apply yourself to this class then you will do well. It's a lot of material and I felt that taking it online was helpful because I could listen to the presentations as many times as I wanted.

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Nov 28, 2012

I took this class online thinking it would be easier and more convineient. Mr.Shay was very thorough and detaied. All and all this course was not easy and I should have dedicated more time to it than I did but he did a great job providing the required materials.

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Nov 28, 2012

Online class, everything you need for test is online and presentations are really helpful. No need for book. But the material itself is bit hard. So after the first test is very you need to spend more time.

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Nov 30, 2012

Dr. Shay recommended reading the textbook. Definitely need to do this! Presentations he created are excellent online. Crystal clear would describe his explanations of the systems of the body! Very interactive in class and sorry to hear he's doing online only now.

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Dec 3, 2012

The lectures on the online class are made easy to understand for an anatomy class. He also provide study guides and exam practice test question before every exam. whatever he mentions on the lecture that's what usually on the exam

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Dec 4, 2012

the online lectures are easy to understand

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Dec 6, 2012

Good teacher but material was difficult

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Dec 8, 2012

Really great professor great class.

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May 13, 2013

Hard class, lots of material to study, but he does provide everything online that you need and if you study a lot you could get an A (my bf did), if you dont study a ton but just cram before exams and do all the assignments you will get a B (like me) Textbook not mandatory, but def. helpful, wish he taught BSC2086

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Aug 11, 2013

Mr.Shay was a very good teacher. He was also very patient with me, and was very helpful with me. I also took this class over a 6 week time period.

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Aug 12, 2013

great teacher extremely challenging class! took it during summer will never do that again but great teachher

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Aug 12, 2013

I had a wonderful experience with Mr.Shay. All info you need is in has lecture notes. No book needed. I not going to lie this isn't a easy class,but take Mr.Shay and you will do well. He is a very understanding person and very flexible. Just give yourself a couple hrs review (daily). This isn't a class were you can just study once or twice a wk.

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Nov 26, 2013

I don't recommend taking this course online. Dr. Shay is an excellent teacher and is extremely nice, but it was hard for me to stay on top of what was meant to be studied for the exams. You MUST look at the notes/review everyday in order to do well. Overall, good class but you must study a LOT if you want the A.

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Grade: B
Nov 26, 2013

Very informative well designed on-line course. Lectures were extremely detailed. Dr. Shay truly gives you everything you need to know in his lectures. It's up to you though to do the work. Good luck!

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Nov 26, 2013

VERY SIMPLE CLASS TO TAKE ON LINE JUST STUDY HARD GREAT TEACHER VALERIE J

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Nov 29, 2013

He teaches the material well, and is very helpful when approached with questions. Notes and lecture are all you need, but the book can help. Quizzes are annoying, but helpful when using them to study for tests. If you can keep up with notes, you'll do well

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Nov 30, 2013

Dr. Shay was a good professor. If you study the material and complete assignments you will do fine. If you don't study and complete assignments you'll not succeed. Simple as that.

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Dec 1, 2013

EXCELLENT instructor. Very clear. Don't buy the textbook. Pay careful attention to the lectures. Memorize the notes. Thoroughly review the quizzes and practice tests. I practically failed out?of prior A&P courses but scored very high As on all of the exams in this course. I feel like I finally understand this material now.

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Dec 10, 2013

Mr. Shay is a great professor. Study the Lab Quiz's and study the practice exams and you will do fine in his class.

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Dec 10, 2013

He is a great teacher. Don't need the book just do all the homework and practice exams and you will do fine.

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Apr 26, 2014

Mr. Shay is an excellent professor. Take him! His notes and lectures covered the material in detail, and he was always available and willing to help. I would recommend renting the textbook. I barely read it, but I occasionally had to use it for more detailed images and for further explanation of certain concepts.

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Apr 28, 2014

Awesome teacher, material hard, but labs made very easy to learn for an online class!!

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Jul 28, 2014

Good class. The material was a bit tough but the notes he provides gives you all you need for the tests. Very flexible testing schedule, that was good as I work full time and have two small children. Overall great Professor and class.

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Grade: Not_Sure_Yet
Jul 28, 2014

Very straight forward as to what you need to know and study materials for exams. No tricks just learning with plant of notes to spare.

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Grade: C
Jul 28, 2014

Very good professor, to the point. I don't recommend buying the text book because he puts all of his notes online.

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Grade: B-
Jul 28, 2014

VERY helpful, he is very fair and gives plenty of resources to help you study. A LOT of material though so be ready to dedicate some time. The only down side is that he doesnt teach 2086L online.

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Grade: B
Jul 28, 2014

Great instructor. Patient, flexible and fair.

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Grade: B
Jul 28, 2014

Hard class lots of material, just make sure to study and you will do fine! Very helpful if you have questions.

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Jul 28, 2014

Great class to take. Notes are straight forward and covers what you need to know for tests. Book isn't too useful, sometimes it had better pictures to study off of. Good professor.

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Grade: Not_Sure_Yet
Jul 28, 2014

Great professor, difficult class. Took during summer and very fast paced with a lot of material to learn. He has ample amount of notes online, just make sure and take out time to study daily.

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Grade: Not_Sure_Yet
Jul 28, 2014

I took this class online during the summer and found it very face paced. All of the questions on the tests are from the notes. You have to take plenty of time to study everything though.

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Jul 28, 2014

Has a lot of visual aides, notes and presentations. If you study his notes, you will pass with a B or and A. You must study!

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Grade: A
Jul 28, 2014

This class is basically just memorization so if you give yourself enough time to go through the material (there is a lot), then you'll get an A. I found the book helpful because it explained some concepts better. Google image search was my best friend for the lab portion.

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Grade: B-
Jul 28, 2014

I wish I had Shay for all my other courses! Very fair professor that gives A LOT of helpful information if you take online. I would definitely take him for any class.

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Jul 28, 2014

Mr. Shay is Excellent. I took the class online and found the material is covered very well, and there is a lot of it!! Rarely used the book, but did find it helpful. Give yourself plenty of time to memorize the notes and review the Lecture and Lab quizzes for each section Exams and you will make a good grade.

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Jul 29, 2014

Great instructor, but this is an online course with a lot of material so make sure you utilize your study skills!

5.0
3.0
BSC2084
Grade: Not_Sure_Yet
Jul 29, 2014

This course is not an easy A. You must study. The best thing is he has all his lectures prerecorded and has prerecorded review questions. So a book is not necessary. His grading his fair. Although, his test are sometimes different from the study material. Overall- I plan on taking him for BSC2085

3.0
3.0
BSC2084
Grade: B-
Jul 29, 2014

easy class just follow his instructions of memorizing the chapter notes and youll do fine. online lab and lab exams are identical! pretty easy course.

5.0
3.0
BSC2085
Jul 30, 2014

all his lectures are online. must study study and when you think you've studied enough, study more. teacher is great there is just a lot of material to cover. he gives you plenty of study material. book wasn't really needed.

5.0
3.0
BSC2085
Grade: Not_Sure_Yet
Jul 30, 2014

All of his material was online and available so you could work ahead. Recorded lectures and notes he provided were awesome and directly correlated to lecture tests, plus he gives you flashcards. I would take 2086 with him but he doesn't teach it.

5.0
3.0
BSC2084
Grade: A
Aug 1, 2014

Mr Shay very knowledgeable about his subject Presentations were very helpful in understanding the material.

5.0
4.0
BSC2085
Aug 3, 2014

Great professor! His recorded presentations are amazing & very helpful & you can watch them as many times as you need to. He also provides notes & flashcards. There is a lot of information to remember, so don't wait until the last minute to study. I wish I could take 2086 with him but he doesn't teach it.

5.0
2.0
BSC2085
Aug 4, 2014

Awesome professor! The lectures are super helpful and easy to understand. Mr. Shay responds quickly to emails. His notes are to the point and clear. Make sure to put effort in and review his notes/lectures and you should do well.

5.0
3.0
BSC2084
Aug 7, 2014

Great lecture notes and very helpful labs. Lots of assignments but they are VERY useful for getting ready for the exam. Very helpful with all questions and grades returned very timely! Would def recommend!

3.0
3.0
BSC2084
Aug 16, 2014

I really didn't have much interaction with Prof.Shay. This class is hard if you really want to understand the concepts and not just memorize the answers. I studied ALOT and used Youtube resources as well. I over-studied (stuff not on exams). I DO recommend the textbook if you are serious about A & P and getting the most out of the class.

5.0
3.0
BSC2084
Nov 20, 2014

Great Class, GREAT TEACHER! Very direct, as long as you study you will do very well!

4.0
2.0
BSC2085
Nov 20, 2014

His material is a little confusing and some questions are vagueincorrect, but he was extremely helpful every time I messaged him for questions or clarification. He was very fair when it came to exams. I wish he was teaching BSC2086

4.0
2.0
BSC2085
Nov 20, 2014

Taking this course online with Tim Shay was a great decision. Just be sure to study the lecture notes and lab pics and you will do fine. Cramming is not an option in this course because there is a LOT of material to learn and memorize before each exam. Overall, this is a fairly easy course if you study and put in the work.

5.0
1.0
BSC2084
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 20, 2014

Be ready to read and take notes

3.0
4.0
BSC2085
Nov 20, 2014

This is not a fly by your seat course. It is demanding. As a full-time employee, coach, and mom, I wish I would have just taken this course and no others. It is demanding. Shay is very clear on his expectations, he is not exaggerating when he talks about the time dedication this course needs for success.

4.0
4.0
BSC2085
Grade: B-
Nov 20, 2014

Good teacher and good guy. A&P is obviously difficult, if you want to be successful be prepared to study hard but Mr. Shay does a good job of explaining things on the lecture presentations and he also provides study materials (verbal and notecards) so you can better prepare for the test.

5.0
4.0
BSC20840M1
Nov 20, 2014

Prof. tells you exactly what you need to study and what material is going to be on the exams. As long as you study the material, you will pass the course.

5.0
2.0
BSC2084
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 20, 2014

good online professor and excellent lectures.

4.0
3.0
BSC2085
Nov 20, 2014

If you apply yourself, and study everything he has placed at your disposal you should get a A or high b. I barely applied my self and Got a high C. Lector exams cost the most points so generally if you do good on them you passed the class. again he makes it clear cut what you need to do to pass. take him. Great for an internet class

5.0
4.0
BSC2084
Nov 20, 2014

Overall he is a great teacher and gives you everything you need to know in order to succeed in this course but you have to put in the effort to learn it.

3.0
3.0
BSC2085
Grade: C+
Nov 20, 2014

There are 5 Lab Exams and Lecture Exams that weigh half your grade, tons of homework opportunities that only weigh 20% of your grade and then a bit extra credit. Study daily and you will do fine. I got a C, but I didn't study daily or 3x a week. However, he will talk to you on study tips but the best place to reach him is on campus NOT by phone!

4.0
3.0
BSC2084
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 20, 2014

Love this professor and as long as you study you will do great.

3.0
4.0
BSC2085
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 20, 2014

Very helpful

5.0
3.0
BSC20840M1
Nov 20, 2014

Took this class online and was nervous. Instructor was very clear and straight forward with online lecture and lab quizzes as well as study guides to help prepare for lab and lecture exams. Wish my schedule would have allowed me to take this class on campus but I would recommend if taking this class online was your only option. DK

3.0
3.0
BSC2085
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 20, 2014

His notes need to be edited, there are a lot of spelling and grammatical errors. He also jumps around on his lectures a lot. There were a lot of questions on exams that I couldn't find the answers to in lecture or notes.

3.0
4.0
BCS2085
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 20, 2014

Overall this class was pretty difficult. Definitely need to to make sure that time is spent on course material! ALSO STUDY! STUDY STUDY! .. There's a fgreat deal of material in this course so leave yourself enough time to learn it.

3.0
3.0
BSC2084
Nov 20, 2014

He doesn't seem to teach from the text, which can make things tricky with an online class. If you readwatch the given materials you should be ok.

4.0
5.0
BSC2084
Nov 20, 2014

Great teacher... Test are hard you defiantly can not study for it at the last minute.

5.0
3.0
BSC2085
Nov 20, 2014

Tim Shay helps break down the concepts so that they are easy to understand. He also is fair with the tests. If you study the notes and lectures he provides, you barely need the book and will do well. Just know the information.

5.0
1.0
BSC2084
Nov 20, 2014

Great lecture notes provided. If you read them thoroughly and use them as a guide to study you will pass the tests. Lab assignments are sometimes a bit tough but never impossible.

5.0
3.0
BSC2085
Nov 20, 2014

This is no "easy A" but Prof Shay wants all his student to receive A's. He gives all the material needed to actually LEARN and not stress about. He helps out by giving descriptive lecture notes which his exams are based off of. His exams will be extremely easy if you take the time to read and want to learn. He's a great prof & I wish he taught a&p2

5.0
3.0
BSC2085
Nov 20, 2014

Dr Shay is amazing! EVERYTHING needed to succeed is available, honestly great presentations & notes.. All you need to do it put forth effort and you will get a good grade. The materials to succeed are available, you know what you need to study! Best professor for anatphys 1! I really do wish he taught anatphys 2 (sadface).

5.0
3.0
BSC2085
Nov 20, 2014

This is an easy course, but you MUST take the time to study and prepare. The style of this class is easy to understand, PPTS for lectures and labs with quizzes that follow. There are tests about every two weeks taken @ SFC. READ THE TEXT and PPTS! He is super nice and forward. Tests are all multiple choice, but you still have to know the material.

4.0
3.0
BSC2085
Nov 21, 2014

One of the better online classes I've taken at Santa Fe. Be sure to study the lecture notes for the tests

5.0
3.0
BSC2084
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 21, 2014

There are practice exams that do a good job of preparing you for the exam content.

5.0
3.0
BCS2084
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 21, 2014

This course is a lot of studying. Also if you have any questions he responds in a timely manner to any kind of email or phone call. Definitely recommend taking this course.

5.0
3.0
BSC2084
Nov 21, 2014

Mr. Shay is a great professor. He gives you all the material needed to pass this class with an A, but you have to be willing to study. There are no suprises in this class, if you read the material, do the labs, and study you will pass with an A.

5.0
1.0
2084
Grade: B
Nov 21, 2014

Very straight forward in his grading. Easy to get behind if your not paying attention to due dates. Lectures are very helpful and tell you everything thats going to be in the exams. All around great class!!!!!!!!

4.0
4.0
BSC2084
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 21, 2014

I thought this would be more of an overview class of A&P but it was more in depth. The lecture notes and lab notes are a must with the book. However, what is on the lectures and quizzes is not what is on the exams.

5.0
1.0
BSC2085
Nov 22, 2014

Mr. Shay is a very good teacher. Gives lectures and online quizzes and labs. As long as you study and can memorize you will pass this class. He is there for you if you have any questions. Would definitely take a class with this instructor again.

5.0
4.0
BSC2085
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 22, 2014

(Online) Very straight forward, does not have you do any unnecessary work. Weekly quizzes and test every couple of weeks. If you do the work and learn the material, you will be fine.

4.0
3.0
BSC2085
Grade: A-
Nov 23, 2014

I took this class online and found it to be organized and clear. I was mostly blown away by how fair the exams were. I studied hard, walked in, and did well - never felt that way as a student at UF. Dr. Shay was more than happy to help when I needed it and provides some extra credit at the end.

5.0
3.0
BSC2084
Grade: B+
Nov 24, 2014

Great Class

5.0
3.0
BSC2084
Nov 24, 2014

Very detailed. Learn a lot of information.

5.0
2.0
BSC2084
Nov 24, 2014

I really enjoyed this class. I regret overloading my schedule not allowing myself enough time to dedicate to studies as it's the one of the 4 classes that has kept my interest the most the entire semester.

5.0
3.0
BSC2085
Nov 26, 2014

Dr. Shay is a great instructor - his online lectures are clear and comprehensive, and he provides notes which include additional details not covered in lecture. He is approachable and responds to inquiries quickly and clearly. I had to work for my grade, but I enjoyed the course and wish Dr. Shay taught BSC2086, he would be my first choice!

5.0
1.0
BSC2085
Nov 30, 2014

The lectures and notes are extremely thorough. You almost don't need a book with his lectures, almost.

5.0
4.0
BSC2084
Dec 8, 2014

Mr. Shay is clear and upfront at how difficult this course is especially when taken online. He is a great teacher and his notes for each section are very clear and to the point. You have to put forth the effort to learn in this course but in the end you'll be thankful for it.

5.0
3.0
BSC2084
Dec 8, 2014

There is a lot of material to cover in this class so you must study. He gives you a lot of notes to help you to study. Pleasant when assistance was needed. You are given study questions to review for each test. Pay attention to notes and study questions to help you pass this course. Memory is very important in this class.

1.0
5.0
BSC2085
Dec 19, 2014

I would NEVER take this man again, he was horrible! He gives NO feedback & he won't even respond to emails. In other words, you are totally on your own. I studied like crazy to make a C in his class. I just finished 2086 with Draney, studied a lot less, and made an A. Draney helped us to learn what Shay did not. DO NOT TAKE HIM!!!!!!!!!!!!

5.0
4.0
BSC2085
Feb 19, 2015

What an amazing professor. I have learned so much in his online anatomy & physiology class. I am blown away by how amazingly he lays out everything and his test are BEYOND fair. As long as you study hard, there are no surprises. Great man and great experience. Any questions are promptly answered. HIGHLY recommend.

5.0
4.0
BSC2085
Feb 19, 2015

What an amazing professor. I have learned so much in his online anatomy & physiology class. I am blown away by how amazingly he lays out everything and his test are simple as long as you study hard and in advance. Great man and great experience. Any questions are promptly answered. HIGHLY recommend.

2.0
5.0
BSC2084
Apr 1, 2015

HORRIBLE. I took his Anatomy and physiology class online, and he almost never responded to my emails asking for guidance. I am a good student and do not slack off and expect forgiveness. I expect guidance and at the very least, responses. He misspelled in everything, to the point where you would miss questions because of it. RUDE, ABSENT, JUST BAD.

1.0
5.0
BSC2084
Grade: B-
Apr 1, 2015

he doesnt help at all. unless you are a wiz at anatomy dont go near his class. his lecture notes are really different from the book and the exams are from another planet. he doesnt answer emails. once i asked him if i can take a test from home where i was helping my mother, he said yes, and the next week changed his mind and gave me a zero.

5.0
1.0
BSC2085
Apr 3, 2015

For the people who say he is a bad professor probably just didn't try. The answers on the lecture exams can be found verbatim in the entire packet of lecture notes he posts online. He doesn't give extra credit because there are a lot of quizzes online that are so simple. And he is helpful, I have had no problems getting in contact with him.

1.0
5.0
BSC2085
Grade: A
Apr 17, 2015

This guy is rude and disrespectful. All his stuff is online but his tests are the worse I would not recommend this guy to anybody. If you email him expect a response the following week and it to be very rude.

1.0
5.0
BSC2085
Apr 27, 2015

I have NEVER had such a horrible instructor! This man clearly does not like teaching & only does it on the side for the extra income. He is rude & very condescending. Dont trust anything that comes out of his mouth because he will lie to shut you up saying he gives extra credit which he does not. Save yourself the heartache & take anyone but him!!

3.0
4.0
BSC2084
May 3, 2015

I am a straight A student & this was the last class I needed before applying for the my program. I barely made a B in this class. In order to pass you have to study 247. Exams are tough & the final literally had nothing we had studied the entire semester. I took this online so maybe that makes a difference. Would not recommend this professor.

5.0
4.0
BSC2085
Grade: B
May 9, 2015

Very outlined course. Materials were clear and consice. Not alot of extra jargin to confuse. Doesn't teach TO the test material, but DOES teach the distractors. So, if you know those and the OPPOSITES of those, you will do well. Not overbearing and really steps in during times of personal vs academic needs. I wish I could take him for 2086...

5.0
3.0
BSC2085
Grade: A
May 18, 2015

He was very helpful - powerpoints and lectures were very thorough - put in the time and you will see a positive result in your grade.

5.0
2.0
BSC2084
Grade: A
Aug 6, 2015

I enjoyed this class. His notes were easy to follow and his quizzes and lab followed his notes and lectures very closely. He was very easy to contact and helped whenever I approached him. Some questions on the Exams were at times a little left field based off of the study guide but if you take the time to listen to the presentations you'll do fine.

4.0
3.0
BSC2086
Aug 25, 2015

Recorded lectures were a little boring, but most quiz and exam questions are directly from his notes (aka your study guide). Some exam questions were poorly worded and a bit confusing. The class requires studying - sometimes that means you'll need to search youtube for videos from other instructors. But an A is attainable.

3.0
3.0
BSC2084
Dec 4, 2015

Class was online. I found the class to be pretty smooth; just have to be self determined. He gave a generous amount of time to complete the quizzes (homework assignments), and exams were pretty much from the print out notes. Needs improvement when communicating via e-mail, minimal feedback to questions or no answer at all is not helpful.

5.0
3.0
BSC2084
Dec 21, 2015

I took this class online and highly recommend Professor Shay for the online BSC2084, all of his exams came directly from his quizzes and lectures. I felt well prepared for the department final.

4.0
3.0
ANATOM1
Sep 9, 2016
Would take again

good professor

1.0
4.0
BSC2084
Nov 16, 2017
Wouldn't take again

I wouldn't recommend him. If you email him, expect it to take a few days for him to respond if he does. hes very difficult to communicate with. i found myself emailing him multiple times for help and got nothing.

LECTURE HEAVY
3.0
3.0
BCS2084
Dec 6, 2017
Wouldn't take again

If you are looking for a timely feedback or response, dont expect. Could be a couple days. Lots of typos in notes but they cover everything on his tests. Pretty straight forward.

Clear grading criteria
LECTURE HEAVY
4.0
4.0
BCS2085
Grade: B
Dec 6, 2017
Would take again

Good class. Put the time in and you'll be just fine. Lots of studying.

Get ready to read
TEST HEAVY
Amazing lectures
3.0
4.0
BSC2084
Dec 6, 2017
Would take again

I took the class online and even though he offered help if we needed it, I still really struggled to pass with a C. I studied for several hours per week using his notes and presentations, but I never could quite replicate what I knew when it came to tests. I think his classroom lectures would have been useful and I wish I didn't take this online.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Caring
2.0
4.0
BSC2085
Dec 7, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Class is work at your own pace, many discrepancies between what is highlighted in lecture videos and exams, memorize everything. Lectures are harder than labs. Get ready to be on your own. Very hard to get a hold of. Very "dry" when responding to emails. As a student, I felt as though he did not care about my personal learning experience or grade.

Tough Grader
Tests are tough
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
4.0
BSC2084
Grade: A
Aug 17, 2018
Would take again

Great Professor! His lecture presentations are super helpful. If you put in the time and you will pass.

Get ready to read
TEST HEAVY
Amazing lectures
2.0
4.0
BSC2085
Sep 4, 2018
Wouldn't take again

I cannot get over the amount of typos/misprints in this course. I had to practice intense psychoanalysis to figure out what this professor was trying to ask on tests. I suggest reading the book chapters first, and then doing his lectures videos. Free/Open online textbook is a plus, but his online communication leaves much to be desired.

Get ready to read
LECTURE HEAVY
3.0
4.0
BSC2084ANDLAB
Grade: B-
Aug 23, 2020
Wouldn't take again

The online lab portion is super easy. The lecture exams are a huge portion of the grade and are 100 questions each. He provides notes that cover much of the exam however you must study extensively to get a good grade on it.

Test heavy
Lecture heavy
5.0
1.0
CKHS100
Sep 6, 2020
Would take again

He is the best!!!

Respected
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
BSC2085
Grade: A+
Nov 12, 2020
Would take again

I found this class very interesting so it was easy to follow. Although it is a lot of material and a lot of memorization! He gives you a lot of good tips and all the info you need to study for tests! Very good professor in my opinion.

Participation matters
5.0
4.0
BSC2084ANDLAB
Grade: C
Feb 1, 2021
Would take again

Yes, there is a lot of material covered in this class. However, the amount of time required to prepare for quizzes /exams is fair. Everything you need to be successful in the class is provided by the instructor and covered in the textbook. My only criticism is that in the quizzes and exams you can't go back to review a question after answering it.

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
2.0
4.0
BSC2084
Feb 14, 2021
Wouldn't take again

I took the online BSC2084 class. He gives ample amounts of study material, however, good luck making it through any of it. Tons of misspellings and the lectures are monotone and daunting. Practice exams have almost nothing to do with the proctored exams. Do not recommend.

Respected
Get ready to read
Test heavy
1.0
4.0
BSC2084
Grade: B-
Aug 7, 2022

Did not help when asked or emailed/ his responses are very short or condescending. His online course is set up extremely confusing. Did not give reminders about anything the entire course, it was like there wasn't even a need for a teacher. He is monotone and his pre-recorded lectures are scattered. Do not take online, maybe he's okay in person.

Lecture heavy
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