Edward Thompson - Winona State University, Winona, MN

Professor: Edward Thompson

Department: Biology

College: Winona State University, Winona, MN

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: BIOL322
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

The only challenge of the course is learning how to associate certain names with parts of the body or their function. This phrase "you get out of the class what you put into it" applies more to this class than any other class I've taken. The professor is very knowledgeable so use that to your advantage. Good luck!

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: ANAT211
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

While taking this class with this professor you have to be prepared to devote the majority of your studying time to this class. One of the hardest classes available in my opinion. Don't take it if you don't think you are ready for it.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: BIO269
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I had Dr. T for Bio 269, now I have him for Bio 322. Really wants students to do well in his classes. Gives LOTS of help with how to study. Gives reviews. Easy to approach, very caring. One of my favorite teachers here.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: BIO212
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Thompson is a straight up savage. He is hilarious during lecture, but very knowledgable about the concepts. If you religiously study his powerpoint slides and write down what he says during lecture, you will get at least a B on his exams. Lab was more difficult this semester compared to BIOL 211. I learned a lot from him--I recommend Thompson!

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: BIO269
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Took Dr. Thompson for a goal class. Very educated and knowledgable about the subjects taught. He has a lot of great stories that go with the material. it was an interesting and fairly easy class. If you show up and participate you will do great.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: BIOL212
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Thompson is a weird guy, but... he lets you use cheat sheets on the lecture exams and his tests are basically the power points. The labs are wayyyyyyy harder than the labs in BIOL 211, but you can still get a C if you study. So basically you need to do good on the lecture exams to get a B in the class. Take note that A and P is pretty difficult.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: BIO211
• Grade Received: D+
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Prof. Thompson is overall a nice man. However, we only had four lab and four lecture exams and that was it. So your grade fully relied on your tests, so if you're usually a bad test taker, you won't pass. Lectures are very long and boring. He does give you a cheat sheet for tests but honestly, it doesn't even help if you don't know whats going on.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: BIOL211
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

the class has 4 lecture exams and 4 lab exams and thats all your graded on. BUT he is the only A&P professor that lets you use a cheat sheet during tests!!! tests are all on lecture material and HE is kinda weird and quirky, but it makes it interesting.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: BIO211
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Bio211 was the hardest class I've ever taken because I didn't know how to study for his class but he cares about his students and wants them to pass. You really have to put in effort for his class but it's passable and rewarding when you do good on something.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: BIO212
• 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:

Dr. Thompson is very passionate about AP. The class is comprised of 4 lecture & 3 lab exams, that's ALL. This class is fast paced, but very manageable if you study and attend open labs! HE ALWAYS LETS YOU USE A CHEAT SHEET FOR LECTURE EXAMS. He will constantly nag you to study hard, listen! Exams are always "single best answer" which can be tricky.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: BIO212
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Thompson rarely responds to emails with questions. Very rude. The course is based on all exams. There is a curve at the end. He basically reads what is on the power points, and expects you to learn the criteria on your own. I suggest finding others to study with and using other resources such as Youtube to get a better understanding of content.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: BIO211
• 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:

Dr. Thompson will nag you thoughout the semester to study hard. LISTEN! You will have to bust your butt to earn the A but it is do-able, and very rewarding.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: AP211
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

A&P is a very difficult class but Dr. Thompson is great at teaching the concepts and helping students understand. His tests follow a similar format throughout the semester so you always know what to expect. He's an exceptional professor and very easy to learn from. Requires A LOT of studying and your grade is based only on tests.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: AP211
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Thompson was a great professor. He's not a tough grader and does not believe in trick questions. Highly recommend taking him for Anatomy.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: BIO211
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Genuinely cares about his students grades and wants everyone to do well! Seems intimidating at first but is actually very easy going. Allows cheat sheets on all lecture exams. Great Professor!

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: BIO211
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Mr. Thompson really cares about the grade you receive. He wants you to succeed and do the best you can do. When he says you need to review past chapters throughout the year... do it! His tests cover everything present and past! To get a good grade in this course, you must devote many hours to studying.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: AP211
• Grade Received: C-
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Hard teacher.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: BIO211
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Bio 211 is not an easy class, but Thompson makes it fun. He likes to tell stories about how the topics relate to his life and he usually exaggerates to make a point. Funny, intelligent, and just a great guy. I would 100% take him again.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: BIO211
• 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:

Dr. Thompson is a very straight forward professor. His lecture exams are based off the powerpoints (so print them out and take notes) and if he wants you to know a section from the textbook, he will tell you. This class does require you to put in work and study. Also try not to miss lectures, they're important. Overall, he's good!

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: ANP211
• 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:

Address more things besides anatomy and physiology. Reminds students to constantly review and read. He is very blunt but he gets to the point of things. His sense of humor is different. Overall, a very good professor.