The best aspect of this course was the interaction between students who understood biology on different levels. Many students got to help one another while reinforcing their own knowledge of the biological concepts. The worst aspects of the course included the periodical y hectic mentoring sessions and lack of attendance in other sessions. The course would be improved if mentors were provided with outlines to help students and if there were better incentives for the students to come to the mentoring sessions. Prospective students should know that the course is a great tutoring experience. Those who want to help others should be not only committed to the course, but very familiar with the content. 33

Students praised this course as a great way to help people by mentoring general biology students. Complaints were few, although some found that not enough students took advantage of the mentoring sessions. Suggestions for improvement included exploring more ways to get students to the mentoring sessions. Prospective students should know that students found the course enjoyable and a great way to help fel ow students and build relationships with professors. 33

Students praised this course for giving them an opportunity to not only make connections with other biology students but also allowing them to practice their teaching skills. Complaints were few about the course, though one student complained of technical problems with the Blackboard website. Suggestions for improvement for the course varied with one student asking that the course be a graded class, while another asking for greater feedback. Prospective students should know that knowledge of biology is a requirement for the course and that students found the course to be professionally rewarding. 33