The best aspect of this course was the application of relevant genetic research that was insightful and enjoyable. Students found Professor Norris and the TA’s to be very helpful and hands-on. Many students noticed a certain level of disorganization in the beginning stages of labs, which wasted valuable time and left things feeling very rushed. Also, students found the quizzes rather difficult. Suggestions for improvement included having materials prepared well in advance and providing clearer guidelines for grading. Prospective students should be ready to devote time outside of scheduled labs to come in and

Students praised this course for al owing them to tackle interesting experiments and for helping to “establish the principles of the actual genetics course.” Many students found the course to be disorganized with multiple students finding that they were unsure what they would be tested on. Suggestions for improvement included providing greater organization in the course, including clearer instructions for the course’s labs. Prospective students should know that the course paired well with the genetics lecture course, but the course lacked organization and required a decent amount of students’ time.

Students praised this course for having interesting labs and an approachable instructor. Perceived issues with the course varied, though multiple students found that the instructor could often be unprepared or disorganized which sometimes resulted in work not being posted on time and classes starting late. Suggestions for improvement included a desire for more organization in the course, with multiple students wishing the course had a clear plan and outline. Prospective students should know that students found the course to be somewhat interesting, but said students should be prepared for a certain amount of disorganization.