One of the best aspects of this course included the comprehensive, cohesive exposure to difficult, previously “skimmed over” material. Another great aspect included the instructor’s dynamic lecturing format. Some students felt the textbook for the final third of the semester was useless and outdated. One suggestion was to present the visual information (slides) in a more intuitive fashion. Another suggestion was to post practice questions/practice exams on Blackboard. Prospective students should expect to do a good deal of memorization, and explore an expansion of the nervous system on a structural level.

The instructor for this course and his teaching style was rated as the best aspect of the course. The material was interesting and Dr. Hendry presented it clearly and with enthusiasm. He was able to convey difficult material concisely, and synthesized information from other classes to form a cohesive understanding of the brain stem. The time spent studying for weekly quizzes was ranked as the worst aspect of the course, though many students appreciated the practice they gained from the quizzes. The most common improvement suggested was getting rid of a few quizzes, especial y on exam weeks. Prospective students should know that the material is difficult and requires a good deal of studying, but is very rewarding.

The best aspect of this class was its informative and detailed lectures. Some students felt the course was content heavy and the weekly quizzes required consistent independent study. This class would benefit from having review sessions prior to tests and including more practice tests with answer keys online. Prospective students should have a background in molecular and cel biology. Students should be prepared to dedicate a significant amount of time to study concepts and should be very comfortable with topics addressed in Nervous Systems.