Don Kuonen - Pulaski Technical College, North Little Rock, AR

Professor: Don Kuonen
Department: Biology
College: Pulaski Technical College, North Little Rock, AR
Rating # 1
Overview:
  • Course: BIO1401
  • Grade Received: A-
  • Overall Rating: 4.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
He doesn't let you slack, and that's important. Show up, do what's asked, and actually learn something. You have to put in effort or he will not. The way it should be, nothing is handed to you. Earn it.
Rating # 2
Overview:
  • Course: BIOL1401
  • Grade Received: A-
  • Overall Rating: 4.5
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
If you are majoring in some kind of biology degree then take Dr. K. His class is a bit hard for some people because they do not listen and take the time to read the text book like they should. He provides notes and definitions for each chapter online to help you study for tests and he gives lessons on how to study! PTC is lucky to have him.
Rating # 3
Overview:
  • Course: BIO1401
  • Grade Received: B
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Very challenging but an excellent teacher. I can honestly say you learn from his class not just memorize then dump it.
Rating # 4
Overview:
  • Course: BIO1401
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
He's a level 80 wizard. I had fun learning his material and it was a good refresh. Took his hybrid class and received an A. Would have gone to his lectures if it wasn't so early in the day. Follow his study guide and you'll pass:)
Rating # 5
Overview:
  • Course: BIO1401
  • Grade Received: B-
  • Overall Rating: 3.5
  • Course Difficulty: 5.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
If you don't take the time to read the text, you won't understand the tests. Notes don't seem very clear. Have no idea what you miss on the test so you can better prepare for the next time. Hybrid class so didn't hear lectures. Learning definitions and doing the crosswords saved my skin! Took my grade up an entire letter! Pay attention to him
Rating # 6
Overview:
  • Course: BIOLOGY1301
  • Grade Received: A+
  • Overall Rating: 4.0
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
I loved Dr. K's class. He was the first prof I had at PTC. The tests and labs weren't too bad if you took the time to study... he isn't just going to hand you an A. He gave us a whole book of cross word puzzles that were extremely helpful. Also notecards are online so all you have to do is copy them. I passed with an A. Thanks Dr. K!
Rating # 7
Overview:
  • Course: BIO1401
  • Grade Received: C
  • Overall Rating: 1.0
  • Course Difficulty: 5.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Would not recommend. He is not helpful and is a poor professor. Doesn't care if you pass.
Rating # 8
Overview:
  • Course: BIO1401
  • Grade Received: B
  • Overall Rating: 2.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
This class is pretty tough. He tells you up front that only 13 of the class will pass. it is possible, the tests aren't too tough, if you study. Love the subject, just a little harder than it needed to be (considering this is a community college).
Rating # 9
Overview:
  • Course: 142S
  • Grade Received: C+
  • Overall Rating: 2.5
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Hes a very understanding guy as long as you communicate with him. You will need your textbook, get ready to buy a lot of flash cards and make sure you do all your homework and extra credit. I passed with a C but I had to work for it!! Good luck and dont miss any classes or labs if you can help it.
Rating # 10
Overview:
  • Course: BIOL1401
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 1.5
  • Course Difficulty: 5.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
After taking this class I lost my scholarship. I really like his teaching styles, but I would not recommend him. I had a 160% in his class, knowing the grade was obviously inflated, I spoke with him about it and he told me not to worry I was fine, then at the end of the semester I came out with a 44.6%. Worst college experience so far.
Rating # 11
Overview:
  • Course: BIOL1401
  • Grade Received: C+
  • Overall Rating: 4.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
took him for biology a few years ago the reviews we're all bad but he's a understanding person if you just let him know your circumstances he will work with you the class is hard the lab final is insane but he gives you all of the material you need I had an A but after the lab final finished with the C it is a tough class but Preps you for A&P
Rating # 12
Overview:
  • Course: BIO1401
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 2.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
He's too fast-paced. The tests were a little easy but have to read a lot of material for it. And he seems to make you read the next set of chapters for the next test without giving you the previous test if there is time left in the week. Overall: don't take him unless you a very quick learner.
Rating # 13
Overview:
  • Course: BIO1401
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 1.0
  • Course Difficulty: 5.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
He was very hard! I didn't understand anything he tried teaching us. Majority of the students dropped his class. I highly recommend to anyone to not take him for biology!
Rating # 14
Overview:
  • Course: BIOL1401
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 1.0
  • Course Difficulty: 5.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Dr. Kuonen was not a very good teacher in my opinion. The tests were very rushed and we barely had proper study material. I would not recommend anyone taking his class.
Rating # 15
Overview:
  • Course: BIO1401
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 1.5
  • Course Difficulty: 5.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
This instructor should be fired!! Only about 3 or 4 students in my class are going to pass and we started with about 22!! That's ridiculous!! He talks to his students like they are dumb!! He tells his students they should drop because they wont pass his class!! Oh and he tries to push his vegan lifestyle on you!! Horrible experience!
Rating # 16
Overview:
  • Course: BIOL1401
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
He influenced me to become Vegan, I have been now for 10 months, best choice ever. You think the class is a breeze at first, the labs are easy, he's helpful and hilarious! Towards the end of the semester, I kept my A, BUT... his lab final destroyed me, fill in the blanks, etc. I went from an A to a C from the final in a blink of an eye. Bummer.
Rating # 17
Overview:
  • Course: BIOLOGY
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 2.5
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Dr.K knows what he is talking about. But he is super hard! Most people in his classes fail or drop out. His test are super hard and confusing. Lessons are rushed. Will would be on Ch 20 on the powerpoint and taking a test over chapter 5-10. It's to much information handed to you at once. If you like a challenge take this teacher.
Rating # 18
Overview:
  • Course: BIOL97
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 4.5
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Dr. K. is a great professor. I believe he has his students best interest at heart. Any one that doesn't make a passing grade in this class can blame themselves. Study and you will get the grade! I would recommend Dr. K. to anyone.
Rating # 19
Overview:
  • Course: BIOL1401
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 4.5
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
If you are serious about biology, take Dr. K. I credit his style of teaching to me doing so well in a lot of my other classes. He will show you how to study-use it. His class will give you the advantage. My radiography school...300 applicants and 22 seats this year. Hands down the best teacher at PTC that I have had, and the hardest. DON'T MISS OUT
Rating # 20
Overview:
  • Course: BIOL1401
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 3.0
  • Course Difficulty: 5.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
He is extremely nice. You can't help but like him. But 85% of the grade depends on test grades and they are crazy hard. They are his opinions. It would be fine if he had a definition and 5 possible answers but its not its stuff that isn't covered in any of the material. critical thinking stuff. of the 24 students only 3 of us passed and only barely
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