James Horwitz - Palm Beach State College (all campuses)

Professor: James Horwitz

Department: Biology

College: Palm Beach State College (all campuses)

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: BSC2085L
• Grade Received: D
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

This professor is honestly one of the worst teachers I have ever had, he goes through material wayyyy too quickly and is not helpful nor patient when students ask questions. I took him the first time I took Anatomy and he truly made me feel discouraged to continue in the health science field. WOULD NOT RECCOMEND.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: BSC1011L
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He is a though grader, and goes through the material quick. Quizzes are hard, literally seconds per slide and your required to recall the organisms immediately, spelling will cost you aswell. But if you study, pay attention and record his lectures you'll be fine! I enjoyed class, but I love science. If your dedicated I recommend him.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: BSC1010
• Grade Received: F
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

DO NOT TAKE THIS PROFESSOR!!!! He is horrible. Does not care at all about students learning or passing the class. He goes through the info so fast, it's difficult to understand, or take notes. He is completely unwilling to help, or stop and clarify anything. If you ask questions, he gets annoyed. STAY AWAY if you want to learn.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: BSC1010
• Grade Received: WD
• Overall Rating: 1.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

DO NOT TAKE THIS PROFESSOR FOR ANY A&P class!!!! He is very difficult to deal with and has not tolerance for students who may not understand a concept. Very unwilling to give assistance or help out. He doesn't care about if student's are learning.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: BSC1010
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

DO NOT TAKE HIS CLASS. I made the mistake of not checking rate my professor before I signed up for this class and I regret it. HE IS THE WORST PROFESSOR. I only passed this class with an "A" since I took AP biology in high school. Let me put this in perspective for you: 35 kids in class and only 5 passed ( and I'm talking C or above). DON'T TAKE.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: BSC1010
• 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:

Professor Horwitz mainly lectures in class but flips through slides so quickly that its almost impossible to take notes. The tests are difficult even if you study from the textbook meticulously. He's not very helpful even during office hours. The class environment is stressful and does not encourage participation or questions.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: BSC2086L
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

This class by far is the most terrible and biggest mistake of my life. He would "teach" for 10 mins, tell stories about his family for 30 mins and let you figure out everything at home. If you don't have time after class to teach yourself all over again then it's definitely not for you. I spent 5+ hours on YouTube to prepare for my midterm :(

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: BSC1011L
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

worst professor ever! I study and do my best and I wasn't enough .he doesn't care about students at all.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: BCS2085
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

took him for both lab and lecture. please believe the all comments about him. he has very hard test and doesn't let you know whats on it, but he does care and will help you if something doesn't makes since. I was able to pass with an A

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: BSC2085
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

This professor was ok. His class is very hard to pass though. He lectures from powerpoints which doesnt really help. He doesnt give any clue on what will be on the test so i suggest you study everything. I recieved a "C" in this class b/c he dropped the lowest test score. I also suggest doing the clinical cases & pre/post test it will help you lots

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: BSC2085
• 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:

Horwitz has honestly been my favorite professor! I took him for Summer B (6 weeks) lab & lecture and received A's. This subject itself is quite challenging, but if you enjoy A&P, you should be fine. Horwitz is very straight foward and will MAKE you think. He has great lectures; I absolutely recommend him to everyone. Make sure to use the textbook.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: BSC2085
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Extremely rude professor, and isn't the most helpful. Horowitz is very smart and knows the materials inside and out, but his method of teaching is hard to follow. I finished the class with a B, but would not recomend him for anyone who is unwilling to study/ learn a lot of their own.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: BSC1011
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He goes on and on about the littlest details on his powerpoints and none of it pertains to the tests. He has a crude taste in humor, and never answered any questions. If you want to pass read the text. I got an A in the class but it came with little sleep and lots of tears and hardwork. If you're taking him makes lots of notecards and read the text

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: BSC1011L
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

This professor seems to be hard, but if you study, take notes, and review the pictures that he send you u will be fine. Study hard! Phylums, classes etc. take pictures of what you see in every lab because it is the same thing that appears on the midterm and final :)

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: BSC2086
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

No denying it, he knows his A&P. However, you -have- to take notes; has recordings online, but you need make your own notes. Rewrite them by strumming through textbook.When he takes time to relate about subject will be on the test.Don't be lazy. Best 4 out of 5 tests, 'extra' 10pts each test.Free 140pts easy online tasks. Minus inclass notes,12hrs

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: BSC1011
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Incredibly intelligent teacher, has a lot to offer to a student. Difficult at times, but if you put in enough time and effort you will pass. I don't regret taking his class, and I recommend him if you're majoring in biology.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: BSC2086
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He is very smart. He teaches anyone that wants to learn; it is up to the student to study hard. He is very hard and his test and quizzes are super hard. The online quizzes and clinical cases are no joke! they help you out, and allow you to pass. If you take this class, STUDYY HARDDD!!! But i guarentee you will leave knowing a lot!

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: BIO2085
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Took him for bio 2 lecture & lab. Pay attention to the lectures to know what material is on the tests but study the book on the material covered, know everything. He gives a take home question every test which helps, and if you attend and put in the effort you will be fine, I got an A. It's just a tough subject, no easy A's

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: BSC2085
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Do not take AP with this professor. His tests are way too hard and vast subject wise. I tried my best and still didnt pass. Lectures are not engaging and he speaks too fast. If I could turn back time I would. DONT DO IT!

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: BSC1011
• 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:

he is not too bad, he makes you work hard so you just have to study a lot, he gives lots of extra credit. I worked very hard and I got an A