Paul Krieger - Grand Rapids Community College

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Paul Krieger - Grand Rapids Community College

Professor: Paul Krieger

Department: Science

College: Grand Rapids Community College

Rating # 1

Overview:

Course: BI122
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 1.0
Course Difficulty: 5.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: No
Would Take Again: No
Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

One of the worst professors i've ever had, point blank period. Don't waste your time with him, if he's your only option just wait till the next semester.

Rating # 2

Overview:

Course: BI122
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: Yes
Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

This professor is one of the best professors that I have ever had. I have almost 8 years of college. He covers a lot of material using a variety of teaching methods which he has obviously worked hard at. If you do what he says to do, and you put time and honest effort into understanding his illustrations, you will do well. He is fair and helpful

Rating # 3

Overview:

Course: BI122
Grade Received: B+
Overall Rating: 3.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: No
Would Take Again: Yes
Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Professor Krieger is very knowledgeable, but really likes to make use of his illustrations. I recommend putting the illustrations into his outline because it is hard to take notes while drawing on the illustrations and he often skips large chunks of the outline. Show up to class, attendance is a biggy. Use the quizzes, he takes questions from them

Rating # 4

Overview:

Course: BI121
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 2.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: No
Would Take Again: No
Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Seems to be compassionate about what he is teaching, however his learning style is not for everyone. I would not take him again because his learning style is very difficult for me to pay attention too and learn from. Answers questions willingly and wants you to learn. Hard grader, and confusing tests.

Rating # 5

Overview:

Course: BI122
Grade Received: INC
Overall Rating: 1.0
Course Difficulty: 5.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: No
Would Take Again: No
Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Very demeaning. Puts stuff of exams that he never taught in class and expects his students to teach themselves topics. Be prepared to color and take notes on topics that won't be on the exam.

Rating # 6

Overview:

Course: BI121
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 1.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: No
Would Take Again: No
Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Would not recommend this professor. Definitely does not have student's success in mind. Very difficult tests, even after doing the outline 'quizzes', still don't feel prepared for the tests. I need this class for my major, and I feel like I am not learning as much as I need to.

Rating # 7

Overview:

Course: BI121
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 2.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: No
Would Take Again: No
Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Doesn't really lecture. He has a packet of information on every topic. He just tells you to learn that. Basically you have to teach yourself. He does "reverse lecture" where you watch videos and teach yourself at home, and just "ask questions" in class while you do a review sheet. When you ask questions, he'd say "Well it was in the video"

Rating # 8

Overview:

Course: BI121
Grade Received: B+
Overall Rating: 4.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: No
Would Take Again: Yes
Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

A lot of people think he isn't a good professor but I think that people who say that aren't used to working hard for their grades or doing work at home. His outlines are the holy grail to the tests so as long as you study it religiously you will have no problem getting a good grade.

Rating # 9

Overview:

Course: BI122LAB
Grade Received: B+
Overall Rating: 1.0
Course Difficulty: 5.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: No
Would Take Again: No
Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

The professor does not even teach in class. He plays PowerPoints that are on blackboard (why am I even here) with his voice pre recorded, while sitting in the back of the classroom. He refuses to use Quizlet, APR, or work with other professors. Only study material are slideshows online you have to print off and learn from on your own (goodbye $)

Rating # 10

Overview:

Course: BI121
Grade Received: WD
Overall Rating: 1.0
Course Difficulty: 5.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: No
Would Take Again: No
Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

He is a terrible professor. I would not recommend if youre looking to get a decent grade. I am an A/B student and ended with below a C. When I went to get helpful tips on how to improve, he told me to review my essay from the beginning of the semester on study tips. He is very passive aggressive and demeaning. Does not have students best interest.

Rating # 11

Overview:

Course: BI121
Grade Received: B+
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: Yes
Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Provides very helpful lecture and lab material. Will help you in community engagement if you are interested and is genuinely interested in his students. BI 121-122 is rather difficult but this prof makes it easier to understand and is very clear on testing material. 100% would take a class this prof again.

Rating # 12

Overview:

Course: BI121
Grade Received: C
Overall Rating: 2.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: No
Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

LAB: A&P is hard enough as is, but this prof sure won't help make it any easier. Makes you learn the material on your own, doesn't teach any of the class period even the period before an exam. After an exam if people don't do well he puts rude posts on BB talking about how unprepared students are and how we are going to fail this class.

Rating # 13

Overview:

Course: BI122
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: No
Would Take Again: Yes
Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

I absolutely loved him. He gives you everything you need to succeed right off the bat and tells you exactly what he expects when it comes to grading. He is a tough grader but it's because he gave you all of the information and explains it all in a way that everyone can understand. If you don't do good in this class, it's because you didn't study.

Rating # 14

Overview:

Course: BI121
Grade Received: B
Overall Rating: 3.5
Course Difficulty: 4.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: No
Would Take Again: N/A
Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

He is so nice and will answer any question,no matter how stupid. He did a flipped class and I loved it. He gives out quizzes which are 90% multiple questions and shows videos. He keeps the class interesting. You have to study to do good in the class.

Rating # 15

Overview:

Course: BI121
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 3.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: No
Would Take Again: Yes
Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

He doesn't give homework so your grade is based on how you do on tests. He gives you material before every test so you know what to expect on in. He grades the essays on tests very hard so make sure you explain everything in detail. He uses pictures which helped me learn better.

Rating # 16

Overview:

Course: BI122
Grade Received: B
Overall Rating: 3.0
Course Difficulty: 5.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: N/A
Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

He doesn't give homework. All of your points are earned through tests. I had my essay question marked down 5 pts because I didn't indent my first paragraph. It was otherwise an A essay and lowered my test grade to A-. Just don't forget to indent folks! Even if the essay is written on the back of the exam.

Rating # 17

Overview:

Course: BI122
Grade Received: A-
Overall Rating: 3.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: N/A
Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Krieger is a good prof but be prepared to do lots of independent learning. A majority of class time is spent coloring. Invest in a tape recorder - he speaks fast. Write essays ahead of time and print off quizzes and terms list. Make it a priority to study daily and study EVERYTHING in the outline even if it isn't on the quiz. Did this and got an A-

Rating # 18

Overview:

Course: BI122
Grade Received: B
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: No
Would Take Again: Yes
Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

He was a great professor. He was always helpful if I had a question on a topic I did not understand well. He is very approachable, knowledgeable, and organized about his material that he teaches. However, he tends to go a little fast with material so you have to study a week or more in advance before a test. Grading is a little tough also.

Rating # 19

Overview:

Course: BI122
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 1.5
Course Difficulty: 5.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: N/A
Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Studied and studied for his exams but am not getting above a C. All he wants to do is color his published illustrations and not follow outlines. I have resorted to stop using the illustration packet that I was told needed to be purchased for the class and have been doing flow charts ect. Wouldnt take again.

Rating # 20

Overview:

Course: BI121
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 4.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: No
Would Take Again: Yes
Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Although you do have to do a lot on your own, he tells you what he expects from the beginning. If you print out the 4 possible essays and do them early he will look them over for you before the test. He uses a flip classroom at times which is great as the videos he does are very good. He is a great lab instructor as well.

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