Alexander Edens - Hartnell College

Professor: Alexander Edens
Department: Biology
College: Hartnell College
Rating # 1
Overview:
  • Course: BIO1
  • Grade Received: A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Not Mandatory
Comment:
I would recommend Professor Edens to a student who likes a structured class. He is straight forward and his videos are engaging. I would definitely take his class again. It is a fast paced class and you will take a midterm every two weeks. Use all the resources you can get.. like his review questions and lecture outlines!! Good Luck!
Rating # 2
Overview:
  • Course: BIO11
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 4.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Not Mandatory
Comment:
For the online classes, he doesnt have an zoom class for students to attend. He will post YouTube videos which will be his lectures but theyre confusing at times because he uses audios from past years where the class would be in person rather than making new videos. Other than that, hes honestly really understanding and hes a good professor.
Rating # 3
Overview:
  • Course: BIO6L
  • Grade Received: B
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Dr. Edens was one of the very best professors I've had at Hartnell. He explains things very thoroughly with lots of detail. He was very accessible and responsive outside of class. However, he does give out 3 quizzes per week, so be prepared to study really well for those. Make sure to take good notes and not skip a single thing he explains!
Rating # 4
Overview:
  • Course: BIO6L
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
ONE OF THE BEST PROFESSORS AT HARTNELL. He is so good at lecturing and he explains things VERY WELL. His lectures are very easy to understand and the information is so easy to grasp. You have a weekly quiz every week and 2 exit quizzes per week. Write down everything he writes on the board. He also drops the lowest midterm and quizzes.
Rating # 5
Overview:
  • Course: BIO6L
  • Grade Received: A
  • Overall Rating: 4.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
This class had lots of info to be learned but thats expected with any kind of science course. He did a great job with explaining the material and I was able to learn so much. Yes there are many quizzes BUT they keep you prepared for exams. Remember NO science course should ever be an easy A. You have to work for it :)
Rating # 6
Overview:
  • Course: BIO6L
  • Grade Received: A-
  • Overall Rating: 2.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: No
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Throughout the semester he'd have the tendency to go over so much material over what he was already lecturing and add more (useless) information that he'd insist we need for testing when he would never ask it. He brags how important his class is for nursing majors, when in fact all you'll need is what you'll learn IN the program. sofull of himself.
Rating # 7
Overview:
  • Course: BIO6L
  • Grade Received: B
  • Overall Rating: 2.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: No
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Horrible class, Mr. Edens grading and assignments throughout the semester are rough and way too much for just a 2 unit class. He lectures so much material and only says everything once and expects students to grasp it as easily as he does. He does exit quizzes every class and weekly quizzes once a week and 6 exams total. Take it w/ someone else
Rating # 8
Overview:
  • Course: BIO11
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
LOVED HIS CLASS. Obviously if are one who doesn't like studying/ working for your grade, don't take his class. Gives out weekly quizzes & 4 midterms. Seems like a lot but it REALLY DOES HELP! He uploads every lecture which is great if you miss! Makes his class easy to understand, you just have to be willing to learn too. Def would take him again
Rating # 9
Overview:
  • Course: BIO6L
  • Grade Received: A
  • Overall Rating: 2.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: No
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Edens has a bad habit to go over certain topics in class and reword all the material on exams so it makes it more difficult on students to be able to properly answer it. He's very picky with how you answer his q's and grades off his opinion despite how logical you'd consider your own answer from his teaching. You teach yourself alot in this course.
Rating # 10
Overview:
  • Course: BIO6L
  • Grade Received: A
  • Overall Rating: 1.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: No
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
This class is a lie from the "5 star ratings" all over ratemyproffessor. Mr. Edens is disrespectful to his students and plays favorites, he docs points based off whether he likes you or not and offers no E/C in the course. Once you do bad in any assignments in the class it will drop you heavily but when you do well it hardly raises your grade
Rating # 11
Overview:
  • Course: BIO6L
  • Grade Received: Not sure yet
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 5.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Eden's is the best Bio professor out there! His lectures aren't boring. He explains it in a way in which the information makes sense. Doesn't use powerpoint which for me was better instead he writes on whiteboard. Pay attention and Make sure to note down information even though he doesn't write on the board. Use colored pencils. Study EVERY DAY!!
Rating # 12
Overview:
  • Course: BIO6L
  • Grade Received: A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Best teacher when it comes to physio! His lectures are detailed and he explains everything well. Take really good notes and in color. Write down everything he says even if he does not write it on the board. Make sure to study, study your notes and review questions (they'll be on the final). DO NOT fall behind in this class!!! Easy A if you study!
Rating # 13
Overview:
  • Course: BIO6L
  • Grade Received: A+
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Dr. Edens is a Hartnell Gem. He outlines the semester crystal clear. Really there is no reason not to get an A in his class.
Rating # 14
Overview:
  • Course: BIO6L
  • Grade Received: B+
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Not Mandatory
Comment:
Simply amazing! He has an exit quiz at the end of each lab. A quiz at the start of each week and 4-5 midterms. But he makes everything easy to learn; however, you must put the work in. PLEASE study the REVIEW Q'S for every quiz/exam he has on his website and i promise it will get you an A. not even joking. (I found out a little late).
Rating # 15
Overview:
  • Course: BIO11
  • Grade Received: Audit/No Grade
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Mr. Edens is a terrific Bio-11 professor here at Hartnell College. I definitely highly recommend you take his class. Instead of buying a book you can print his lectures out and those will come in handy with the YouTube videos he does for lectures to prepare you for quizzes and etc.
Rating # 16
Overview:
  • Course: BIO6L
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 5.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Grade is mostly based on quizzes and exams, which kind of sucks, because tests aren't the fairest way to determine knowledge. However, Dr. Edens is a great person and teacher! I really enjoyed his class and I highly recommend him.
Rating # 17
Overview:
  • Course: BIO1
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Not Mandatory
Comment:
Doctor Edens is extremely passionate about the material he teaches. He cares for the success of his students and prepares you for ALL of the material you are quizzed/tested on. The class is challenging, however, he makes the course intriguing and comprehendable. I wish I could take his bio-6 lab next semester, however it is already wait listed.
Rating # 18
Overview:
  • Course: BIO6L
  • Grade Received: C+
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
He gives an every day quiz and weekly quizes of the chapter that he went over for that week.
Rating # 19
Overview:
  • Course: BIO11
  • Grade Received: A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Not Mandatory
Comment:
Lots of studying required. Gives great note outlines. Follows exact schedule so you will always know when the quiz/tests are.
Rating # 20
Overview:
  • Course: BIO11
  • Grade Received: A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
He's an awesome teacher, he gives you all the materials you need to pass the tests and quizzes. It's really up to you to study and really learn the material. Lectures are all interesting and labs are great. Would take his class again
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