Evolutionary biology course covering microevolution, macroevolution, adaptation, speciation, systematics, quantitative genetics, and phylogenetic analyses.
Students report that exams are tricky with ambiguous multiple-choice questions, leading to low grades despite perfect quiz scores.
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ZOOLOGY/BIOLOGY 101,BIOLOGY/BOTANY 130,ZOOLOGY/BIOLOGY/BOTANY 152,BIOCORE 381, (ANTHRO 105 and satisfied QR-A), or graduate/professional standing
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Carol Lee receives severe criticism for unclear lectures, poor technology skills, and unaccommodating behavior. Reviewers report that exam questions are tricky and directions are unclear, leading to frustration and low grades despite high quiz scores.
Recent recorded grades — Fall 2019: 2.85 GPA, 42.1% A/AB (n=57 letter grades); Fall 2020: 3.12 GPA, 52.2% A/AB (n=69 letter grades); Fall 2023: 3.12 GPA, 43.3% A/AB (n=67 letter grades). Includes jointly taught sections.
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Historical reviews for John Hawks describe a course with no exams, relying on weekly ten-point quizzes based on lectures and the textbook. One reviewer reported earning an A without reading the book, noting that lecture videos are posted online and attendance is only mandatory on quiz days. While the lectures were described as boring, the instructor's enthusiasm and effort were praised.
CAROL LEE is recorded teaching in Spring 2012, Spring 2013, Spring 2014, Fall 2015, Fall 2016, Fall 2017, Fall 2018, Fall 2019, Fall 2020, Fall 2023. Recorded history may be incomplete and does not establish a future schedule.
JOHN HAWKS is recorded teaching in Spring 2016. Recorded history may be incomplete and does not establish a future schedule.
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| Section | Mode | Enrolled / capacity | Waitlist |
|---|---|---|---|
| LEC 001 | Classroom Instruction | 17 / 64 | 0 |
| DIS 301 | Classroom Instruction | 6 / 25 | 0 |
| DIS 302 | Classroom Instruction | 7 / 25 | 0 |
| DIS 303 | Classroom Instruction | 4 / 25 | 0 |
| DIS 304 | Classroom Instruction | 0 / 0 | 0 |
| LEC 001 | Classroom Instruction | 7 / 80 | 0 |
| DIS 301 | Classroom Instruction | 2 / 20 | 0 |
| DIS 302 | Classroom Instruction | 0 / 20 | 0 |
| DIS 303 | Classroom Instruction | 3 / 20 | 0 |
| DIS 304 | Classroom Instruction | 2 / 20 | 0 |
| DIS 301 | Classroom Instruction | 14 / 20 | 0 |
| DIS 302 | Classroom Instruction | 6 / 20 | 0 |
| LEC 001 | Classroom Instruction | 40 / 80 | 0 |
| DIS 303 | Classroom Instruction | 9 / 20 | 0 |
| DIS 304 | Classroom Instruction | 11 / 20 | 0 |
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Carol Lee receives uniformly negative reviews for poor communication, technical difficulties, and unclear exam expectations, with students strongly advising against taking her course.
Recent recorded grades — Spring 2025: 3.28 GPA, 62.5% A/AB (n=72 letter grades); Fall 2025: 3.33 GPA, 51.7% A/AB (n=60 letter grades); Spring 2026: 3.43 GPA, 65.8% A/AB (n=73 letter grades).
Students report that exams are tricky with ambiguous multiple-choice questions, leading to low grades despite perfect quiz scores.
Reviewers cite rude behavior, lack of accommodation, and poor technology skills as major frustrations, noting that lectures are repetitive and unhelpful.
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Evolutionary Biology
Recorded 2026-09-07Evolutionary Biology
Recorded 2026-09-07Evolutionary Biology
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