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Johns Hopkins University | AS.020.379

Evolution

3.0

credits

Average Course Rating

(3.29)

This course takes a broad look at the impact of natural selection and other evolutionary forces on evolution. Emphasis is placed on what we can learn from genome sequences about the history of life, as well as current evolutionary pressures. Recommended Course Background: AS.020.306, AS.020.330, or permission required

Fall 2012

(3.66)

Fall 2013

(3.58)

Fall 2014

(2.64)

Fall 2012

Professor: Carolyn Norris

(3.66)

The best aspect of this course was the interesting subject matter that seeded extensive discussions throughout the class. Students enjoyed hearing from not only Professor Norris, but ideas from their peers as wel . Many students found that the course lacked organization and was too loosely structured in regards to graded material. Suggestions for improvement included increased organization of lectures and more feedback on individual progression in the course. Prospective students should know that 32 grades are heavily based on exams and that the course carries a light workload, but requires self-sufficiency.

Fall 2013

Professor: Carolyn Norris

(3.58)

Most students found the instructor very helpful and the course material fascinating. Various students found the course was disorganized, as the date assignments were given and due shifted frequently. Suggestions for improvement included a desire to see greater organization in the class. Prospective students should know that the coursework was manageable, and that the course focuses primarily on human evolution.

Fall 2014

Professor: Carolyn Norris

(2.64)

Students praised this course for having a passionate instructor who taught about an interesting topic. Perceived issues with the course included a belief that the course was disorganized and that the instructor was poor at providing timely feedback on assignments. Suggestions for improvement focused on a desire for better organization for the course. In particular, students asked for an updated and stricter syl abus. Prospective students should know that students found that the course involved a fair amount of work.