The best aspects of the course included the engaging and interactive learning about cutting edge neuroscience topics. The worst aspect of this course was the delay in receiving feedback on assignments. The course would improve if students received continuous and timely feedback on their writing assignments. Prospective students should know that this fun course assumes the student has a good understanding of the nervous system, and that it helps improve their writing. Students who do the readings and effectively engage themselves in the class discussions are sure to be successful in this course.

The small class size and the specific area of instruction were the highlights of this course. Many thought it was a unique opportunity in the department to gain the sort of specialized skills that are not available from the English department. Students were able to focus on one particular area of interest and research in depth. The worst aspects of the course were the contradictory feedback that some students received on assignments and the lack of guidance. Clarification in regards to the assignment expectations and more opportunities to improve grades were suggested as possible improvements. Prospective students should know that there is a good deal of outside reading involved.

Students enjoyed the professor’s mentorship in developing scientific writing skil s. Some students found grading subjective and thought they could have benefited from more workshop time on scientific writing. This course could be improved by offering a grading rubric and scheduling more professor-student meetings to evaluate writings. Prospective students should have a solid background in neuroscience and be committed to the writing and editing process. This course was highly recommended.