Teaching |
Professor Carlin's Classes |
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I teach several classes in the biology department (follow the links at left to visit a webpage for each). In the core sequence, I teach Bio 101 Biological Principles (every fall) and Bio 102 Organismal Biology (every spring). I also teach Interim Experience courses, at first in January 2008 (a course on wolf biology), then a new IEX offered during even-numbered years (i.e., 2008, 2010, 2012...). Other courses include an upper level Aquatic Biology and the nonmajors course Fish & Fisheries. A few thoughts on teachingIf you are considering taking a class from me, you should know that I strive to make all my classes Current - science changes very rapidly, and I want to include the latest developments whenever I can. Easy to Follow - the format of the class should NEVER be confusing. I try to provide sample assignments, prequizzes, etc., so that you know what is expected. Multifaceted - people learn in many different ways, and I will try to use a combination of humor, analogy, problem-solving, in-class discussion and other techniques to try to help your learning. If you're "not getting it", please come see me!!!! Rigorous - consistent studying and perfect attendance will NOT guarantee you an A. You need to demonstrate that you can integrate, not just regurgitate, material Experiential - books are limited in what they can teach you. You are to learn by doing whenever possible. Speaking of which,... Course material not covered in my syllabiIn EVERY SINGLE CLASS I wish for you to learn about personal responsibility, professional courtesy, how numbers and facts can be misused and a greater awareness of the world around you -- and your impacts upon it. ....and when I have become a flawless master of each of these, I will let you know.... ![]() Lab members eating out in summer 2007back to top |
![]() Students race for fish in a Bio 383 Aquatic Biology lab on environmental economics.![]() Joel poses with Pirate, one of the dogsled dogs from Jan'08 Wolf Biology course.![]() 2002 cooking demonstration, UF International Gourmet Association |