Michael Rutledge - Middle Tennessee State University, Murfreesboro, TN

Professor: Michael Rutledge

Department: Biology

College: Middle Tennessee State University, Murfreesboro, TN

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: BIO1030
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Mikey was an interesting fellow. He is quite quirky and made class interesting because of his enthusiasm. He is somewhat passive aggressive but overall, I enjoyed the class. YOU MUST STUDY. Coming to class is a MAJOR grade booster. Ask him about the importance of plants.. He will love you and be happy to explain. They are magical creatures

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: BIOL1030
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He has a passion for what he does and is very knowledgeable. If you don't come to class you won't do well on the tests, but if you show up you're golden. The only grades are tests (5 total but the lowest is dropped). There is no final, just test 5 taken during finals week. Great class if you like science. Overall wonderful professor. Loves plants.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: BIOL1010
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

I took him for general biology, he is a straight forward guy. People don't like him too much because he is old school professor and lecture style with just test. I took him again for life science for elementary teachers and loved it! Very inspirational and honest. His test were hard, definitely need to study, but I learned a lot.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: BIO1030
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Rutledge is cool, but super sassy. Have your cellphone out? Expect to be called out in front of everyone. His class is HARDER than my major classes. This is a gen ed, and I have to study harder than most of my classes. You only have 5 test, 1 gets dropped. Lab is saving my life right now. TAKE ANOTHER PROFESSOR, I heard grinath does test correction

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: EXPL1110
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Rutledge is a super cool guy, but his 1120 class is ridiculous. He is so general in class, and then asks the most off the wall questions that literally NO ONE knows. He is always saying we "might need to know this for jeopardy one day." He is really nice, and his lectures are easy to sit in, but his tests are horrible.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: BIOL1030
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Over all a good professor however your grade in his class is mostly based off the test he gives you and lab. If you are not a good test taker you might want to keeep your lab grade good because HE DOESNT GIVE HOMEWORK AT ALL. You really have to study for his test because it is a lot of stuff. He does give study guides which is a blessing. Be ready

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: BIO1020
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Straight-forward, not a lot required. Reading ahead is helpful and lectures focus on test material. Homework is minimal and isn't graded, but it also focuses on test material. My class had five tests and no other projects. He made lectures entertaining. Just respect his classroom and keep your cell phones in your pocket.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: BIO1020
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

He has a unique personality and makes the class interesting.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: BIOL1120
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

I liked him a lot. You have to study in his course,which I did. If you are not committed to being a solid biology student, you probably won't do well, but if you are serious, he's your man.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: BIO1020
• Grade Received: C
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I think I could've gotten a better grade if I made this class my priority, which I didn't. All he does is do lecture notes and the only grades were the tests, but he does drop one test grade. I do better with practicals so lab helped save my ass. He was rude in his replies and remarks in class, but was pretty approachable outside of class.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: BIO1020
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Honestly the worst professor at the university. I go to every class, read every chapter, and study. It does not matter because his tests are filled with trick questions. Furthermore, he has a bad attitude towards his students. I wish I had never taken him because I did not get anything out of the class that I could not teach myself.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: BIO1020
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Please do not take him. I regret taking him. He stops in the middle of class if someone walks in late and stares at them (angrily) until they find a seat. His test are near impossible to receive an A. He is rude, and arrogant. If you can, take another BIO 2 professor! The material he teaches differs from the book at times (confusing).

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: BIO1030
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I didn't like him too much, but he grew on me by the and ended up being one of my favorite professors! He's incredibly sweet, very approachable, and really cares and tries to help you get the best grade possible. Hes also very intelligent & passionate about his subject! Grade 4 tests, & a free 100 on a 5th test grade for attendance.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: BIO1020
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Let me begin by saying I am currently taking the course, so I haven't even gotten my grade for him yet. I don't approach him about much simply because I don't need to. He does teach you biology, yes.. but mostly, he teaches you HOW to learn. He isn't easy, but his teaching style is DEFINITELY worth it. I would take him over in a heartbeat.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: BIOL1030
• Grade Received: C+
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

I'm currently in this class and it is terrible. I'm stressed, he doesn't help a lot nor does he teach. The class average does not reach over 70. And I'm a good studier.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: BIO1030
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

If you don't pass his class it's because you didn't show up and/or study. He is easy to follow and understand. He will also answer any additional questions you may have on the spot and replies to emails in a timely fashion.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: BIO1030
• Grade Received: C-
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He's not much of any help.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: BIO1030
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Rutledge is a great professor and I would probably take him again if it was between him and someone else. He's hilarious and extremely sarcastic. He gives you all the notes on D2l. He gives 4 tests that are pretty challenging but if you study your notes and truly understand the topic, then you'll do just fine. You HAVE to have your textbook.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: BIO1020
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I LOVE Dr. Rutledge! I'm not a Biology major so of course i had to pay attention, show up to class every day, and study for his tests but this is college and I kind of expect that. To me he's hilarious and very sassy but I like that. He wears the same pants everyday. I just think that should be mentioned.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: BIO1030
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

What a great university experience his class is. Don't take him if you are slacker though.