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Original student reviews · all captured dates
Ron is the coolest professor Ive had and I'm not even an animal science major. His class is extremely informative and the negative comments are exaggerating. He clearly stated when something was important vs fun-fact. That said, don't expect to get 100% without attending, but if you attend, chat with him a bit, youll do very well. He loves chickenRate My Professors ↗
Ron is so fun! he's so funny and such a nice person! his lectures are super interesting.Rate My Professors ↗
I LOVE Ron Kean. He is genuinely such a nice guy who teaches. His slides always ended off with a silly pic that tied into what we were learning about. The content isnt bad and the slides arent info heavy, but when we dont have to remember something for an exam he tells us and gives us clear instructions on what to study. Love Ron. Hes the best.Rate My Professors ↗
Ron is great, the lectures are easy to follow, there is little homework and the tests are easy if you put in a little effort to study. Attendance is not mandatory but is available for extra credit HOWEVER, the slides posted doesn't contain all the info tested so attending class is recommended.Rate My Professors ↗
Ron is probably one of my favorite professors in the animal science department. He's so passionate about what he teaches and makes it clear what you need to know! Attending this class was always the highlight of my week.Rate My Professors ↗
Was recommended to take the class as a non-stem major, seemed easy at first but exams are lecture heavy so you need to go to every lecture and pay close attention if you want to do well. Probably easier for someone interested in animal science. Didn't love Ron as a professor I but respect his passion for animals.Rate My Professors ↗
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Introduction to poultry science covering anatomy, nutrition, health, reproduction, genetics, and product quality from backyard to commercial scales.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
historical GPA · grades
Spring 2025–Spring 2026Systematic coverage of the biology, care, health, and legal/economic aspects of animals kept as human social companions, including birds.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
Past student reviews · Ron Kean
Ron Kean’s course was lecture-heavy, and students emphasized that exams were difficult if they missed lectures because materials were not posted online. Grading relied on discussion posts, clicker responses, and tests with significant content. Students found the material engaging and manageable with preparation, though some noted the lectures could be dry.
historical GPA · grades
Fall 2022–Spring 2026Independent Study: Individual introductory to intermediate work under direct guidance of a faculty member in an area of Animal Sciences. Students arrange work and credits with the supervising instructor.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
Coordinative internship or cooperative education in Animal and Dairy Sciences, guided by a faculty or instructional academic staff member and an internship site supervisor.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
No recorded grade history
Individual advanced work in an area of Animal Sciences under the direct guidance of a faculty member.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
Practicum in Animal Sciences Teaching offers instructional orientation and direct teaching experience in agricultural and life sciences at the higher education level.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
Distinct courses recorded per term
Explore courses taught by this instructor →| Term | Course | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Spring 2027 | ANSCI 140 | Introduction to Poultry: From Backyard Chickens to Commercial Production |
| Spring 2027 | ANSCI 200 | The Biology and Appreciation of Companion Animals |
| Spring 2027 | ANSCI 299 | Independent Study |
| Spring 2027 | ANSCI 399 | Coordinative Internship/cooperative Education |
| Spring 2027 | ANSCI 699 | Special Problems |
| Spring 2027 | ANSCI 799 | Practicum in Animal Sciences Teaching |
| Fall 2026 | ANSCI 200 | The Biology and Appreciation of Companion Animals |
| Fall 2026 | ANSCI 299 | Independent Study |
| Fall 2026 | ANSCI 399 | Coordinative Internship/cooperative Education |
| Fall 2026 | ANSCI 699 | Special Problems |
Teaching history may be incomplete. Course pages contain course-specific feedback and citations.
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