John Collins - University of Tennessee at Martin, Martin, TN

Professor: John Collins

Department: Science

College: University of Tennessee at Martin, Martin, TN

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: BIO110
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

He has an interesting personality to say the least. He is very judgmental, so if you can't take that then sit in the back of the class and he won't talk to you. However, if you can handle being picked on, I recommend sitting in the front to pay attention. TAKE GOOD NOTES. HAVE A NOTE GROUP. Tests are hard and make you overthink.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: BIO336
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

If you are sensitive your feelings will be hurt. If you are weak he knows it and will roast you. Class is interesting and tests are super hard. If you study you will be fine but don't expect an easy A.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: BIO110
• Grade Received: INC
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: No
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

This professor was a pain for me in this class. He expects you to write down both what's on the board and what he's saying, so buy a recorder if possible. Also, the only grades for this class are the exam parts he has everyone take throughout the semester, with the questions on them easy to frustrate. Expect showing up every class of his to pass.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: BIO336
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

One of the greatest Biology professors at UTM. Hilarious and delivers roast sessions every day. Make sure you study your notes before coming to class because he will call on you and expect you to answer. Tests are difficult/tricky and easy to overthink. Acquiring old exams is crucial if you want to make the 4 A's and be excused from the final.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: BIO336
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

He gives no homework. Tests are the only assignments he gives. Be sure that you study the notes well. His tests are very hard and extremely tricky. Do not overthink the questions and study hard and you'll do okay. I would take him again.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: BIO336
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

He gives no homework other than look over notes. Make sure you know exactly what notes you took on what day and stay organized. Do not miss class and make a friend to get notes from in case you do. He also gives help when needed. Just do not over think the test questions!

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: GEN336
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Can someone donate the old genetics tests to me?!? I am about to take this class this summer and I do not know anyone who has taken him at UTM so far

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: BIO336
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Collins... pretty much get as many recent old exams from your friends. MEMORIZE! Learn from the exams, use notes to supplement. I made an A. He is tough, but don't make it hard on yourself. Learn his exams. Make all A's on every exam no final :) Don't take anything he says too personally. He does have a heart, but a big sarcastic attitude as well

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: BIOL336
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

If you can get past how difficult everything is, the class is amazing and Dr. Collins is hilarious.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: BIOL336
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

While he has no attendance policy, don't expect to do good if you don't go to class.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: 336
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

His tests are very detailed oriented! The more old test you can get your hands on the better! Be sure you pay attention in class, he likes to pick on students. He is a really good professor though, really knows the stuff. Been doing it long enough.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: BIOL336
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

He's a great teacher, but a horrible test giver. If tests freak you out, you're going to have a rough time of it.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: BIO334
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Awesome guy, loved his class

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: BIO336
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Dr. Collins is an amazing teacher and hilarious guy. Old tests are the key to his class! Very tricky but worth it.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: BIO336
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Class is not easy. A lot of studying is required. I made a B however I had tons of old tests which you will need as a guide for the in class tests. He gives no quizzes only 4 exams which will not be dropped but he does curve. GET OLD TESTS!

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: BIO336
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Dr. Collin's class is VERY hard. Not only do you have to study a lot, but you have to be able to notice his tricky questions. Get the old tests, but only to see how he words questions. I got a C on the first test, and luckily ended up with an A. Get the old tests, and learn to read CAREFULLY.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: BIOL336
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

He's funny and will keep you absorbed in the material. He gives you exactly what you need for his exams but it is entirely up to you to study HARD and make the grade. He makes an effort to clarify as best he can, and he sometimes brings us cookies to share. He has a great sense of humor and like to pick on students all in good fun :)

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: BIO110
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

He should not teach entry level biology courses. He is clearly made to teach UPPER DIVISION biology courses! Don't buy the book, take notes with detail, sit in the front and STUDY STUDY STUDY for his exams! I received a D! He's the reason I changed my major from Biology! And he also has a BOSTON sense of humor! Not afraid to OUT someone in class!

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: BIO110
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

He is difficult. His tests are VERY HARD, but they do come straight from the notes. You will take A LOT of notes. Don't even bother buying the book; you will never even open it. Tests are aslo the only grades, so you need to do well on them. He doesn't like to be helpful. However, he knows his stuff, and you will learn a lot.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: GENSSTUD
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Dr. Collins is the best teacher to take for General Studies your freshman year. Our class gets canceled like every other week; however, it is important to attend when we have it if you want an A. No book, no projects, overall great class!