The highlight of this course was unanimously the hands-on field work. Digging in the dirt on a Friday afternoon will always win, whether in kindergarten or university. However, many students thought the expectations for and number of lab reports was the worst aspect of the course. Suggested improvements include clarified expectations and a kinder, more supportive instructor. This is a fun and interesting, though chal enging course. Prospective students should know that you wil have to work hard to enjoy playing in the mud.

The best aspects of the class included the opportunity for students to do field work and attend field trips. The small class size afforded students hands on learning experience. Many students found it frustrating that they had to rely on other people to correctly collect and enter data. This course could be improved by having a grading rubric for assignments and shortening the length requirement of the final paper. Prospective students should be aware that this course is focused on field work and should be comfortable getting dirty and handling insects.