4.7

Todd Tiano

Biology - Grand Valley State University

4.7
Quality
1.9
Difficulty
100%
Would Retake
89
Reviews
4.7
Quality
1.9
Difficulty
4.7
Helpful
4.7
Clarity

100%

Would Retake

89

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Rating Distribution
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What Students Say

Not to mention they are pretty easy and not all that terrible

BIO120 - 4.0 rating

UMMMMs and UHHHHs a lot

BIO120 - 1.0 rating
Class Info

Attendance Mandatory

100%

Textbook Required

95%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

B+

56% confidence
Based on 2 grades
Most common grades:
B (1)
A- (1)
Grade Distribution
A(0)B(1)C(0)D(0)F(0)A-/B+(1)
Based on 2 reported grades
B: 1
A-: 1
Common Tags
Caring (2)
Clear grading criteria (1)
EXTRA CREDIT (1)
Respected (1)
Hilarious (1)
Rating Trend

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Ratings by Course

BIO120LAB

5.0

(8)

BIO

5.0

(3)

BIODIS120

5.0

(1)

BIO121

5.0

(1)

BIO101

5.0

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Difficulty by Course

BIO

3.3

BIO121

3.0

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3.0

BI151LAB

3.0

BIO120

2.2

Reviews (89)
5.0
3.0
BIO120LAB
Dec 1, 2003

Hot, Hot, Hot!! and he is very nice and helpful too...just ask him to explain it to ya...and look out cause his quizes can be hard:)

5.0
2.0
BIO120LAB
Nov 22, 2003

Great prof. Very personable and fun! (Hot too!) Labs are pretty easy and he will help you if you don't understand something.

5.0
2.0
BIO120
Feb 8, 2004

He is always willing to help and really wants you to understand what you are doing in lab. He was definately my favorite prof! Not only was he a great prof but also a really nice guy...not to mention good-looking! What more can you ask for in a BIO class&

5.0
1.0
BIO120
Apr 13, 2004

No Comments

5.0
4.0
BIO
Apr 20, 2004

Wow...what a good prof!! He is soooo cute!!! Did really well in this class. He is a really good teacher and wants all of his kids to do well.

5.0
1.0
BIO120
Jun 13, 2004

what a hottie...oh wait, and he's a great prof! he's always there to help, and always friendly. get this prof! :)

5.0
2.0
BIODIS120
Oct 28, 2004

He is so hot!! That made it even eaiser to pay attention to what he was teaching besides the fact that he is a good prof. This only mad me want him for lab too. To bad it was to late to switch.haha. No great guy and doesn't stop without making sure you understand everything. Get him trust me!

5.0
2.0
BIO120
Nov 10, 2004

good prof...good guy...very helpful

3.0
1.0
BIO120SLA
Nov 17, 2004

Helpful sometimes, other times he is just a pretty boy rambling. I think guys would get annoyed by this class simply because blonde girls keep asking dumb questions.. just to flirt with him. I wouldnt take this class again.

5.0
1.0
BIO120LAB
Dec 6, 2004

What a hunk! Besides that the class is extremely easy... which makes it nice. I heard alot of lab professors are really nit picky... don't work he isn't. KEEP HIM!

5.0
1.0
BIO120LAB
Dec 18, 2004

Very easy prof. Makes the labs really easy and you only have to do one lab report and it isn't hard at all. All the girls think he is cute so have fun girls. Take this prof!!

5.0
1.0
BIO120LAB
Grade: B
Dec 22, 2004

Todd is a great guy, more interested in understanding lab than lab assignments. Workload was really light, but when we have to turn in graphs he's very strict about titles haha. Anyway, hes a great guy and knows what he's doing. Great teacher.

5.0
1.0
BIO120LAB
Oct 12, 2005

WOW! He's hott! Putting my bias aside, he's a great prof. Very straight forward, tells you EXACTLY what you need to know, makes sure you understand labs, and makes them painless to get through. guy or girl, Take him!!!

5.0
1.0
BIO120LAB
Dec 14, 2005

He is very nice and willing to help. He makes lab a breeze and very intersting. Really easy grader! Take him if you can.

5.0
4.0
BIO
Jan 11, 2006

Awesome! Keep him!!!!!!!!!!!!

5.0
2.0
BIO
Jan 12, 2006

Such a fabulous teacher. I would recommend him to ANYONE. If you can take him DOOOOOOOOOOO! And he isn't too bad looking either....

5.0
1.0
BIO120LAB
Mar 4, 2006

TAKE HIM!! Incredibly easy. if he thinks the class isn't clear on something he'll just give everybody extra credit for whatever everyone missed. if you ask for any help he'll gladly give it to you. very cool guy. probably the easiest lab teacher too.

5.0
3.0
BIO121
Apr 14, 2006

If you want a prof that's ultra helpful and not bad on the eyes either =)...take him! He's awesome. He'll help you in anyway possible and he puts a different spin on lab than the other boring profs do.

4.0
1.0
BIO121LAB
Apr 21, 2006

No Comments

5.0
1.0
BIO103
Aug 18, 2006

easy A. He's a little boring and all of your lecture notes come verbatim from the text...but at least he's nice to look at.

5.0
1.0
BIO120
Dec 4, 2006

He is a really great teacher, always explains everything, and if he doesnt you can always ask him. he is fair on grading graphs and other work. i would recommend taking him for lab!!!!

5.0
1.0
BIO120
Dec 11, 2006

What more can you ask for? He's relatively easy (quizzes can be tricky at times though), nice, helpful, very laid back, funny, and GORGEOUS. Definitely get him for lab.

5.0
2.0
BIO120
Jan 8, 2007

No Comments

5.0
2.0
BIO120
Apr 19, 2007

Good guy, quizzes are tricky but points can be made up. He's a good guy to take with or without bio knowledge.

5.0
4.0
BIO120
Apr 30, 2007

Decent lab prof, but the quizzes weren't fun. He made lab procedure very quick so we got out early almost every lab.

5.0
1.0
BIO120
Jul 18, 2007

Cutest lab Prof. for sure! Take him.

5.0
1.0
BIO101
Nov 2, 2007

He is super cool and has a siz legged frog

5.0
1.0
BIO103
Nov 6, 2007

Easy class, lecture isn't too bad, and it goes by really fast.

5.0
2.0
BIO105
Dec 11, 2007

Good Teacher! A pretty easy class if you attend regularly and take notes. Mostly slideshows, but very informative. He is also very helpful, and willing to answer questions on his own time.

4.0
2.0
BIO105
Dec 13, 2007

I really loved this teacher-slideshows for notes/lecture, easy assignments and very few. Really nice guy plus he's very cute-made biology a class I looked forward to all the time! :)

5.0
2.0
BIO103
Dec 17, 2007

Don't waste your time with any other bio prof. His tests are exactly on what his class is on, don't bother buying the book, you don't need it. He has four exams and the final is questions Exactly from your other exams and a few added. I heard stories of how bad other profs were in this class so if you want an A, take him.

5.0
1.0
BIO105
Feb 1, 2008

Very Good teaher. Lets you know what to study. Doesnt go on rants like most teachers.. He is not bad eye candy!! I'll take him home! LOL!! He is very smart and Helps you with what ever you need!!

5.0
1.0
BIO105
Mar 18, 2008

You feel like your just hanging out talking about the envirnment on your own time with your friends, but you learn a lot and don't realize till your tested.

5.0
1.0
BIO105
Mar 24, 2008

Very laid back, almost feels like he's once of us. He's very young, but really smart! His class is not difficult to pass at all. Highly recommend him.

5.0
1.0
BIO103
Mar 26, 2008

Very easy class but you still learn what you need to know for this level class. Todd is very approachable and makes the lectures go by fast.

4.0
2.0
BIO103
Apr 8, 2008

Professor Tiano is probably one of the more understanding profs I have taken. He is very helpful and works with students who are struggling n the course. He has 3 main exams and the second on genetics is the most difficult. The final is comprised of previously used questions from the other exams and a few new ones. TAKE THIS GUY! You wont regret it

5.0
1.0
BIO103
Apr 15, 2008

prof. tiano is awesome! he's very willing to help you with anything you need, even if it is help with a different class. he's very approachable and his priority is to make his students as comfortable as possible. he's easy to understand and makes the material interesting and easy to relate to. take him! you won't regret it!

5.0
2.0
BIO105
Apr 22, 2008

He was an impressive teacher. He stayed on subject while making it interesting and as a stats major that is saying something. He graded things quickly and put them on BB. His class pretty much just consists of notes and exams and an A is definitely possible.

5.0
1.0
BIO103
Apr 27, 2008

Tiano was pretty awesome for Bio. He's an easy prof, book isn't really required, and he's nice to look at. I had him for lecture, but I'm sure he'd be even better for lab.

5.0
1.0
BIO103
May 5, 2008

AWESOME! He made the material EASY and interesting. I never used the textbook, everything on the tests came from our notes. He jokes and does his best to make the class useful. Little study time and good notetaking lead me to a B+ in the class, and a 97% on the final exam!I really reccomend T.Tiano, and I would take him again if get the chance!!

5.0
3.0
BIO103
Sep 18, 2008

very nice guy, he understands that the class is not your first priority, willing to work with you on anything you want. makes lectures fun, I have it at 830 am and i dont even fall asleep, jokes around, all around great guy. Take him, you wont regret it =]

5.0
1.0
BIO105
Sep 20, 2008

does not strike me as very intelligent. tried to buddy up with the students. good prof i guess but personally did not care for his class.

5.0
3.0
BIO103
Oct 29, 2008

He is very intelligent in biology. He lectures the whole hour and jokes around to make it fun. I wouldnt recommend missing this class because then you miss the notes. I love todd hes great.

5.0
2.0
BIO103
Nov 3, 2008

Todd is a very good prof. He is funny and easy on the eyes. He is smart and knows what he is talking about and is willing to help you if you need it. I have only used the textbook a couple times and if you miss class you can just email the class and someone can send you notes. I would recommend Todd for sure!

5.0
1.0
BIO103
Nov 15, 2008

If u find an opening in his class and u dont take it, then u are completely nuts. You won't get a better, easier prof than todd. SIGN UP!!!!!

5.0
3.0
BIO105
Nov 24, 2008

great teacher, enthusiastic, funny, enjoys his job. He is very helpful and considerate, he gives u his phone number and says to call whenever.. Def. take him if u can!

5.0
2.0
BIO103
Dec 5, 2008

Definitely made a boring Bio class worth going to. It was an 8:30 am class and his jokes and high spirit made people want to be there. Not much need for the textbook, he makes power points for everything. Get him if you can!

5.0
1.0
BIO103
Dec 7, 2008

Very easy. His enthusiasm makes the material interesting. The exams are fairly easy multiple choice and he gives thorough study guides. You won't need to buy the book. I highly recommend this professor!

5.0
2.0
BIO103
Dec 13, 2008

Tiano makes the class enjoyable and interesting. His tests are alright, and the assignments are easy. I did not mind having this at 8:30am because he makes it fun. Tells stories and jokes. Flexible, helpful, energetic teacher. You should take him if you want to enjoy BIO.

5.0
4.0
BIO120
Dec 16, 2008

Todd Tiano is awesome. He make learning biology so fun. I got a B- in the class but thats because I was never good at biology and his test are a little are. His final was cumulative so that kind of added on to my B-. He will make you laugh every class period and make you want to go to his class every time. I would definitely take his class again!

5.0
1.0
BIO103
Dec 21, 2008

I'm not a science guy at all but he was very clear at what he does and was a fun class. I got an A and I'm horrible at science! Great teacher add him on facebook

5.0
1.0
BIO103
Jan 5, 2009

He is a great Prof! He explains everything before tests and gives a study guide that has all the test questions on it. I never opened the book since his notes are all that you need. He never moved on until he was sure that he covered everything. Also very funny

5.0
2.0
BIO103
Jan 6, 2009

Good professor. I understand so much more about biology because of him. A few homework assignments, but nothing too hard. The tests aren't bad, but study your notes. He doesn't take attendance, but go anyway for the sake of the notes. The lecture and lab run together. It helps.

5.0
2.0
BIO101
Jan 6, 2009

through, helpful, fun

5.0
2.0
BIO120
Jan 7, 2009

By far my favorite teacher yet. He is one of us, without trying to be. Very helpful, wants the class to do well. He gives out homework only to help your grades, and does not use the textbook at all really. Take this professor, you will NOT regret it.

4.0
2.0
BIO120
Mar 12, 2009

dont buy the text book, it isnt needed. todd is just one of the guys, an athlete, laid back, chill dude who gives easy tests and quizzes. easiest bio class you could ask for, even tho the subject matter is difficult. This is the bio class you want!!!!!!!!

5.0
2.0
BIO120
Mar 19, 2009

The best prof i have had so far, def take him, go to class and study and you will def get an A

5.0
2.0
BIO103
Mar 24, 2009

Very easy class. Tiano is extremely laid back and helpful.

5.0
2.0
BIO103
Mar 24, 2009

Teacher was very laid-back and understanding, made lectures interesting! Doesn't seem judgmental. With a little studying, and attending most classes, you should pass with an A!

5.0
2.0
BIO120
Apr 16, 2009

Best biology teacher, he really loves teaching it. He makes lectures interesting and is so funny when he goes off on tangents. If you attend class and pay attention with a little bit of studying a good grade is easy to get.

5.0
1.0
BIO103
Apr 21, 2009

I had very little interest in Biology coming into the class, but he made it a lot of fun. The class is really fun, and the activities are really interesting and helpful. Don't buy the book, you never use it. The tests are good, but make sure you study. He gives amazing study guides. Take it with him if you can!! Easy clas and lots of fun!

5.0
2.0
BIO103
Apr 23, 2009

What a nice man! He is even keel--always in a pleasant mood. Watch out for the final exam, however. It was harder than the tests. He is so easy on the eyes! I really didn't like Biology until his class.

4.0
3.0
BIO120
Apr 29, 2009

Todd is awesome i would def recomend to anyone. His test are kind of hard tho :( He is one of my favorite professors

5.0
3.0
BIO120
Apr 30, 2009

Todd is the best prof you could ever ask for. He always takes a class while teaching so that he can understand his students better. He does not brag about his degrees and achievements- he's there to help you achieve. Take his class, or else you'll miss out!!! Make sure you take good notes and study- exams are most of the grade.

5.0
1.0
BIO120
May 11, 2009

Great professor if you're not into BIO. Makes everything easy to understand and makes class fun. You can skip if you want to, but he randomly takes attendance for extra credit. His attitude and presentation is worth coming to class every time. Study your notes and the study guides for exams and you will do great! Don't need to buy the book.

4.0
1.0
BIO103
Aug 31, 2009

He was the best teacher ive ever had. I havent taken a bio class since softmor in HS...makes it so easy and fun! reviews are just like the test. Study that and your golden!! In HS i barely past..this class I got an A no problem!! Made me feel good about what I could do! I suggest him over and over again! THE BEST! oh and hes HOT so that makes it fu

5.0
1.0
BIO120
Oct 14, 2009

Awsome

5.0
2.0
BIO120
Nov 5, 2009

Todd is one of the best Profs I have ever had. He is always available in office hours, he is hilarious and makes learning the materials fun. He explains the material very well and skips the unnecessary stuff, he gives study guides and extra credit. Very fair and dedicated.

5.0
4.0
BIO120
Nov 30, 2009

He is a fun professor during class, and he explains things pretty well. His tests are fairly difficult, however, and you really have to pay attention in class and take very good notes if you want to get an A. He seems to know what's up among college students, so he lets us out early on Friday, gives some extra credit, and doesn't give hw over break

4.0
3.0
BIO120
Dec 4, 2009

Todd is personable anf fair. He gives you every opportunity to succeed, but it is most definitely up to you to study the vast information. Tests are based on powerpoint presentations during lecture and class notes, so it is highly recommended you attend. (Use book for clarifying points you did not understand or reading further in depth.)

4.0
2.0
BIO104
Dec 4, 2009

First, ladies. he's GOOD LOOKING! second, he is really young so he relates to us very well. always asks us how our day is going. goes on tangents a lot and the test material is kinda vague what we are supposed to study. but he is a greattt professor! take him, i told all my friends too! favorite professor this semester!

5.0
4.0
BIO120
Dec 6, 2009

Very knowledgeable professor. Slows down and answers any questions you have. He uses Powerpoints every day and puts them online so you can easily follow along. Exam reviews are also online which can be filled out for extra credit. Attendance isn't mandatory, but it helps your grade- He puts in extra credit for it which really helps your grade.

4.0
2.0
BIO120
Dec 10, 2009

Todd is an awesome prof. He teaches you only what you need to know and will pretty much tell you what is on exams. Not to mention they are pretty easy and not all that terrible.

5.0
3.0
BIO120
Dec 11, 2009

He is VERY nice and very easy going but not a push over. Would do anything to help you learn and be interested. Helped me understand more about Biology than ever before! It was great. I didn't think I was going to get a good grade and now I could get an A!!!

5.0
2.0
BIO120
Dec 16, 2009

Take him! He is very nice and approachable. Tests might be a little difficult, but of what I heard about other bio teachers, he is the one to take. 3 exams, 3 quizzes, 1 assignment, and final.

4.0
3.0
BIO120
Dec 26, 2009

HILARIOUS GUY! He likes to make alot of jokes and tell alot of stories inbetween dry material to make things more intersting. The material was straight forward, the exams were kinda tricky, but by far the best BIO 120 Teacher at GVSU!

5.0
3.0
BIO103
Dec 28, 2009

I'm not so much into biology, but for a gen-ed it was a good class. He is clear and does not give us but one assignment all year where you get to research a dumb environmental law. Very fair in dealing with the global warming debate. All the grade is in three tests and an exam which is multiple choice. However, the tests are moderately hard.

5.0
2.0
BIO120
Feb 22, 2010

He is a cool guy, very funny, and this makes the class a little more interesting. The class isn't too difficult, but it isn't a piece of cake either. Overall, I would suggest him for a teacher.

5.0
2.0
BMS250
Apr 2, 2010

Great professor! He's an awesome guy and is really good at what he does. You can tell he has a passion for what he teaches because of his enthusiasm. He'll thoroughly answer most questions in class and is very easy to talk to

5.0
2.0
CHM115
Apr 15, 2010

I LOVE this teacher. He is so good. So helpful. He really cares about his students and wants them to succeed. Will help you no matter what.

5.0
1.0
BIO120
Aug 30, 2010

Todd has to be one of the best professors I've ever had in my life. He's challenging but as long as you study the notes he gives you'll pass. Todd is one of the few profs that isn't lying when he says he will only test you on what's covered in class. I hated BIO before this but he makes it fun and interesting.. If possible, TAKE HIM. HE'S AWESOME!

5.0
1.0
BIO120
Nov 25, 2010

GREAT GUY! Teaches his material well and has a great time doing it. go to class and read required material.easy A

5.0
2.0
BIO120
Dec 21, 2010

Very helpful and knowledgable!

5.0
2.0
BIO355
May 6, 2011

Awesome Prof, I would highly recommend him. He is very personable and young, and can relate to students. He knows his stuff very well, and is really passionate about it. Definitely take him if you get the chance!!

5.0
2.0
CHM115
Dec 12, 2011

Todd is the coolest prof ever! I had him for chem 115 lab and it was always a blast. We would spend the whole lab joking around and talking football, but he would also be very helpful with the lab if you needed it. Highly reccomended

1.0
5.0
BIO120
Dec 10, 2012

Clueless. Poor teaching skills. BADLY WRITTEN TESTS. Reads powerpoints like a drone because he doesn't know the material. UMMMMs and UHHHHs a lot. Has an irritating number of fangirls. A nice guy, but GVSU needs less nice guys, more good teachers.

4.0
3.0
CHM115LAB
Dec 11, 2013

He was helpful but sometimes doesn't grade fairly enough, but he is cool and funny sometimes.

5.0
2.0
BIO118
Apr 27, 2018
Would take again

He does lecture heavy but if you miss a class he posts all the slideshows on blackboard so its easy to catch up. He gives a lot of extra credit so take advantage. You dont do a lot of class work so your grade depends mostly on your tests.

Clear grading criteria
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5.0
3.0
BI151LAB
Grade: A-
Dec 7, 2018
Would take again

I wish I had Prof. Tiano for all of my science classes. He made it easy to understand and labs were always difficult for me. He is super real and easy going so its comfortable when you're in class. If you show up to lab and are respectful this class will be way more of a breeze than you think.

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Hilarious
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Class Info

Attendance Mandatory

100%

Textbook Required

95%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

B+

56% confidence
Based on 2 grades
Most common grades:
B (1)
A- (1)
Grade Distribution
A(0)B(1)C(0)D(0)F(0)A-/B+(1)
Based on 2 reported grades
B: 1
A-: 1
Common Tags
Caring (2)
Clear grading criteria (1)
EXTRA CREDIT (1)
Respected (1)
Hilarious (1)
Rating Trend

Stable

-0.20 avg change
May
Dec
Dec
Dec
Apr
Dec
Last 6 months
Ratings by Course

BIO120LAB

5.0

(8)

BIO

5.0

(3)

BIODIS120

5.0

(1)

BIO121

5.0

(1)

BIO101

5.0

(2)
+12 more courses
Difficulty by Course

BIO

3.3

BIO121

3.0

CHM115LAB

3.0

BI151LAB

3.0

BIO120

2.2

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