BIOL6420 · Biology

Contemporary Biological Questions and Critical Analysis II

Morrissey College of Arts & Sciences

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Michelle Meyer

Professor, Biology Department

2 evaluations for this course

Instructor: 4.5
Course: 4.0

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Michelle Meyer

Professor, Biology Department

2 evaluations for this course

Instructor: 4.5
Course: 4.0

About this course

Emphasis is on learning from, and proficiency with, the primary literature. Learn how to read and evaluate scientific literature across areas in contemporary biology. Identify key assumptions and data critical to significance of the work. Articulate both strengths and weaknesses of a published work Application of concepts/methods in written assignments. Gain functional understanding of diverse departmental research areas

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OrganizationHow well the course was organized: 4.07 / 5
ChallengeHow intellectually challenging students found it: 4.57 / 5
AttendanceHow necessary attendance was: 4.69 / 5
AssignmentsHow helpful assignments were: 4.44 / 5

Weekly effort: ~5 hours

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Evaluation history 2 terms

All available terms for BIOL6420. Numerical averages use the five-point scale.
Term	Evaluations	Course rating	Instructor rating
Spring 2025	1	4.6	5.0
Spring 2024	1	3.4	4.0