Some of the best aspects of this course included the opportunity to mentor others and improve interpersonal skills while simultaneously reviewing fundamental biology concepts. Some mentors felt that not enough students took advantage of this service. Suggestions included finding a way to make this service more appealing to those who would benefit from the program. Also, one suggestion was to require that students check out the biome equipment. Prospective mentors should know that it’s important to keep up with the material students are learning and that taking this course is a beneficial opportunity to review and relearn fundamental biology concepts. 31

Many students enjoyed the peer grading aspect of the course. This aspect made it easy for students to 32 interact with both their classmates and professors. The worst aspect about this course was that students didn’t take advantage of the help offered to them. In order to improve the quality of this course, students suggested more peer participation. Prospective students should have a background in biology. 33

Students found the opportunity to help other students rewarding. Some students also noted that they enjoyed the teaching experience that this course afforded, as well as the relationships with other students and professors that they developed during the semester. Many felt that this class would have benefitted more students if they had meetings on days other than Friday. Students also suggested helping through Blackboard so that students were not always required to come to campus for help. Prospective students should be aware that they wil have a weekly mentoring commitment.