Hormoz Bassirirad - University of Illinois at Chicago

Professor: Hormoz Bassirirad

Department: TBD

College: University of Illinois at Chicago

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: BIOS399
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Extremely rude. Constantly belittled everyone from my class.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: BIOS490
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

EASIEST 400+ level class that I took in UIC. There are no tests, we just had to write a review paper and did 2 presentations. He might appear stoic and intimidating, but he's caring and very considerate. It's about a 2 hour long class every week, but he gives ample breaks in between and free food (most of the time) :D

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: BIOS490
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Dr. BassiriRad's class was one of my favorites at UIC. He covered a broad spectrum of plant ecology topics that were very interesting. He has a lot of experience in this field and is willing to answer any questions you have. If you are interested in our photosynthesizing friends, definitely take this course!

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: BIOS391
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I took this class with Dr. BassiriRad my last semester at UIC. I was so pleased with how helpful he was. He gave great advice on how to find research topics and improve your scientific writing. As someone that is interested in pursuing a graduate degree and plans to work as a plant ecologist, I couldn't have asked for a better experience.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: BIOS399
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Took biology 339 with this guy. Go to field trips, write a report on the field trip. Glad I took this. Easy and laid back professor and also very helpful.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: BIOS331
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

From this class, you can learn a lot from Pro. BassiriRad. If you are a science major person, this class would help you expand your vision of science. Pro. BassiriRad is very patient and nice to clarify concepts and the paper requirements he requires.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: BIOS331
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

One of the worst professor. He was of no help. I thought I would take this lab because I heard it was an easy A. The TA was unorganized and the grading was ridiculously hard, with no rubric. There is no curve, even when 3/4 the class failed the lab report. The field trips were disorganized because no one had a clue, including the Professor himself.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: BIOS331
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Took biology 331 with this guy. Easiest A you'll ever get. Go to class, go to field trips, write a report on the field trip. Glad I took this. Easy and laid back professor and also very helpful.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: BIOS331
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

I had this professor for bios 331 last year and it is a course I would recommend to any bio major. The field trips are really nice and the professor is awesome. Prof Hormoz is understanding and considerate when it comes to grades. He's the most approachable person ever. You have to work for the grade, but he'll help as much as possible to do well.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: BIOS399
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

I took Dr. Hormoz for BIOS 399 Research and he is the most coolest guy you'll ever meet. He's very chill with your schedule and is very considerate. Last semester I was unable to submit my final paper during my finals week because of my final exams, so he gave me 1 whole week to finish the research paper and turn it in. Best professor ever at UIC!

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: BIOS331
• 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:

This class is a must for all science majors. The class trips allow for hands on expierence collecting data and using the data to write papers correctly. Plus the work in the greenhouse adds to the practice. This class is well taught and both professor and TA's are always available to help. I highly recomend to all students.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: BIOS331
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Dr.BassiriRad is a great professor. He is extremely knowledgeable, always willing to help, and is a genuinely nice person. This is not a blow off class and does require a fair amount of work, but it is one I highly recommend to others. I am extremely happy I took this class! PS:David Zaya is the greatest TA in the history of TA's

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: BIOS331
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Highly recommend Professor BassiriRad's class! He is very enthusiastic about the subject and readily available to students. He has a lot of experience in the field and can be seen through the lectures. He also takes great pride in making this course very interactive. Receiving the hands-on experience is a great opportunity!

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: BIOS331
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Great class!

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: BIOS331
• 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:

Professor BassiriRad truly cares about his students. Don't be fooled by his easygoing and fun personality - he takes his work seriously and expects the same from his students. That being said, I have yet to find a more helpful professor. He will bend over backwards to ensure that his students truly understand the subject matter. Highly recommended.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: BIOS331
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Professor BassiriRad is awesome. He knows his stuff and will go out of his way to help you if you need it. Take this class if you want to actually learn something about biology.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: BIOS331
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I highly recommend this class for anyone interested in a science career. Easy A if you just manage your time properly as you have two papers and a presentation you need to do. Prof was extremely helpful and the field trips were really cool. No textbook required, just show up and learn something. Spaces out assignments pretty nicely. Highly recommen

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: BIOS391
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

I took Independent Research class with him(Bios 391). He was really helpful and helped me out with all my problems. I recommend you take his course if needed.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: BIOS331
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Dr. BassiriRad is an excellent professor, extremely informative, and always keeping the class interesting. The hands on experience was invaluable during the greenhouse study and excursions to local forest habitats. Through his direction my scientific paper skills improved immensely! I highly recommend this professor! Overall grade A+!

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: BIO331
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

If you are interested in performing research as an undergrad or graduate student, this class will equip you with the fundamentals in writing an outstanding research paper, hands on research experience both in the field and under controlled conditions in lab. Assignments are straightforward with expectations clearly stated from the beginning.