Shayne Gilbert
Data based on 4 reviews.
What kind of test questions does this teacher use most often (choose one):
Multiple ChoiceIs the teacher available for extra help during study halls, lunchtime, before or after school, etc.?
Almost AlwaysThe teacher responds to emails promptly. Do you...
Strongly AgreeThe teacher posts in-class materials online for reference (slides, etc.):
Almost AlwaysThe teacher lets us know at the beginning of the course and along the way how much each part of the class (homework, papers, quizzes and tests) counts towards our total grade:
Strongly AgreeHow much homework does this teacher assign?
Way too muchThe amount of writing required in this class is:
Very HighThe teacher allows us to use technology in class (e.g. laptop, calculator, smart pen, etc.)
Almost AlwaysHow much memorization is required to do well in this teacher’s course?
Very HighWhat advice would you give yourself if you were just starting the class now?
Class of 2027
Do any and all work provided, study at home and take notes on paper if it helps you memorise better. Add extra information on your printed out slides if you need and make sure to use pen on tests except to draw diagrams. Definitions are important and try not to procrastinate on take home tasks.
Class of 2023
Are you taking ATAR Human Biology with Mr. Gilbert because you love human biology? Prepare to have that love tested. My one piece of advice is to keep going; even though your teacher seems to care less about ensuring his students are doing well in one of the most content-heavy courses, and more about blaming them for not doing well, keep going. Make sure to share resources with each other, because some research tasks will have outdated ones, and during tests and exams, ALWAYS do practice papers, because the marking can be harsh and balanced on semantics. Human biology is one of the most interesting courses, and you will fall in love with the content. Don't let the course's tests and teachers ruin it for you.
Class of 2020
He's a great teacher. One thing to remember is to stay on good terms with him. Ask for more defined work - he doesn't have much structure. Otherwise, he's just another teacher!
Class of 2019
Always use pen to answer questions and pencil to draw diagrams, he takes away marks otherwise.
Additional Comments
Class of 2023
2/5 stars.