Reviews of professor Chris Maltman

Rating: 3.0/5, difficulty: 4.0/5
I thought this course was a little too hard for a level one course. I honestly wished that this course didn't elaborate so much on what he was interested in. The class is mostly lots of lectures, then a quiz each week following it, and a couple of exams. It is not a hard class online, but off-line it will probably involve so much studying.

Rating: 3.0/5, difficulty: 5.0/5
Microbiology was the toughest course I took so far in college. His lectures are dense and there is A LOT of material covered for the exams. I suggest going to his office hours if you need to. He does make the class entertaining because he's funny but be prepared to hardcore study or learn how to study more effectively. Lab is a relief vs. lecture.

Rating: 4.0/5, difficulty: 3.0/5
Sometimes heavy lectures, but tries to make the class intrigued. Quiz after every two lessons, but will drop the lowest two at the end of the semester. He doesn't want you to fail and can be hilarious most of the time. Maltman is a great professor and he really knows what he is doing. He keeps it real with his students.

Rating: 4.0/5, difficulty: 4.0/5
This guy has a sense of humor and you can tell he has a passion for what he does. He taught the biology section of the class and did a good job incorporating experiments into the class. Quizzes often and has lengthy powerpoints during class. Slides are posted d2l and he doesn't take attendance but he does do participation points!

Rating: 1.0/5, difficulty: 4.0/5
He really does not teach you like you are people. He treats you like you should be experts in the subject when there is no possible way you can be. What he says about other students and teachers is awful. Should be fired in my opinion, and I did great in the class!

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 3.0/5
his exams are very straightforward. if you know the material, you'll do well. exams are straight from lecture. always willing to meet if you're confused even outside of office hours. always willing to help you succeed. people who are saying this class is impossible did not put in the effort needed for a 300 bio.

Rating: 2.0/5, difficulty: 5.0/5
This is by far the most difficult intro class I have ever been in. I did very well in biology in high school and expected similar material but I was wrong. He is so in depth. When I go back to study, it is hard because half of the information on the slides he says is not important. He moves so fast. A very test heavy class with exams/quizzes. Avoid

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 4.0/5
Dr. Maltman was unexpectedly my favorite professor last year. He covers A LOT during lectures, but he makes it entertaining by being energetic, passionate, and witty.  Tests are hard, but he is always available to help during office hours. He is a very fast grader and he explains things very well. Wish I could take him again!