2.9

Arnold Bradford

English - Northern Virginia Community College (all campuses)

2.9
Quality
3.5
Difficulty
40%
Would Retake
87
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2.9
Quality
3.5
Difficulty
2.9
Helpful
2.9
Clarity

40%

Would Retake

87

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What Students Say

3 exams decide nearly the entire grade

HUM201 - 1.0 rating

Worst teacher I have ever had

HUM201 - 3.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

63%

Textbook Required

100%

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Predicted Grade

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74% confidence
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Grade Distribution
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Based on 11 reported grades
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C+: 3
A+: 1
Not_Sure_Yet: 1
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Reviews (87)
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ENG112
Nov 27, 2003

Not a bad professor. He talks about sex and the Bible in every class. And if taking a three hour class, believe me, he can talk all three hours. But, if asked questions, he answers them. He seems hard but after a few classes he gets easier.

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ENG
Jan 2, 2004

This dude is borring ...borring with a capital "B!" If you are in need of a good nap, this is the guy to take...can you say monotone voice? Not too hard though, assignments are do-able and the exams are pretty easy if you do your readings.

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ENG
May 3, 2004

HE KNOWS A LOT. HE IS VERY FAIRE. I LEARN A LOT IN HIS CLASSES

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ENG111
May 5, 2004

YAWN! He is a good teacher and I liked the class, he gives lots of writing assignments though and we did a collaboartive project that took forever... and he isn't the most interesting guy to listen to either.

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ENG242
May 6, 2004

I really enjoyed his teaching style. I was expecting to be bored, however he manages to keep the class interesting

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ENG111
May 17, 2004

Very easy teacher, clear on assignments and very interesting. FUN CLASS!!!

5.0
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ENG112242
Jun 17, 2004

No quizes, no graded homework, grades fairly, open book exams, talks alot about random things. Warning: BORING CLASS & limited # of absenses! Take this class, just do other homework assignments from other classes.

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ENG111
Jul 13, 2004

AWESOME TEACHER!! Very knowledgable and keeps things interesting. Fun guy, very fair and approachable.

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ENG241
Dec 12, 2004

hated him

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ENG241
Dec 16, 2004

worst teacher ever.

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ENG112
Dec 16, 2004

This class is not easy and there is a limited number of absences. However, you have interesting discussions in class and read interesting texts. Just do your work and this class is not bad.

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ENG245
Dec 22, 2004

Caring professor that gives his all for his students, very knowledgeable,and knows how to provide you with a vast sum of information in a limited time,I am a senior at GMU now and I will never forget Mr.Bradford ever, he is an excellent professor.I strongly recommend him.

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ENG112COMP2
Dec 28, 2004

Hated him with a passion! He just took upon himself the job of defusing anything interesting in the class before it was given a chance to grow. Hard to listen to this guy talk for more than a couple minutes...He sounds like Ben Stein (literally!)talking for over an hour. i droped the class. BORING

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ENG112
Dec 29, 2004

worst teacher! Not very considerate...He will start out saying on the fist day of class that "not everyone will pass this class". He thinks his students don't have any other classes besides his or a part-time job...just pile on the damn homework! He doesn't like excuses, good or bad, true or fals

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ENGLISH112
Jan 24, 2005

His conversations/reading material/lectures are ridiculously boring! He is like a bad episode from star trek. His jokes are terrible! Workload is b.s. for sure! Just think of that job you hated so bad and quit and going back there again. If you want to be completley lost, then here is your chance.

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ENGLISH
Jan 25, 2005

If boring had a name it would be Bradford! Dropped out after 1.5 weeks, but they stole my money. ONLY 2 chances to try the class, after 2nd class, you lose (they steal) all your money. NOVA should change its rules...1st class=syllabus discussion, 2nd is much of the same, 3rd=BORING lecture/5pg.essa

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ENG112
Feb 7, 2005

He was very hard and unforgiving. Doesn't give you an opportunity if you fall behind, to catch up.

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ENG241
Feb 8, 2005

BORING!! do not take this guy.

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ENGLISH112
Grade: A+
Feb 11, 2005

EXTREMLEY BORING!! Sometimes I don't know if he is alive or not. I think you have alot of power if you can pass his class. Hey bradford, you are lucky that I would even take the time to submit this review about you and your B.S. class, Next time on the other hand, I doubt you will be so lucky.

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ENGLISH112
Mar 15, 2005

will take off points if you get up during class to go to the restroom! Unormally BORING! He thinks he is smart, but teachers are never smart, the are failures in the real world. Anyone can be a teacher. Hey bradford go get a real job...heh, if you can...

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ENG111
Apr 19, 2005

okay he is a little boring, but I really like him.He grades very well, i've gotten all A's on my english papers that I only spent like 5 minutes on.He is very nice and understanding. EASY A class. If you want an A definitley take it with him!!

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ENG112
May 10, 2005

Not an easy class at all. He allows you to rewrite your papers, but his grading is hard. Don't be late and don't miss his classes... Actually, it's better to get a class with another teacher :)

5.0
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ENG111
May 23, 2005

okay so he is a little boring oh well he is very understanding and VERY nice...as long as you come to class and do all your work you should get an A. I am definitley going to take Eng 112 with him!!

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ENGLISH
May 24, 2005

for some reason, i think the last review was either bradford himself, or someone affilated with bradford. I mean come on, he/she only spent 5 MINUTES on each english paper?! you are pathetic!

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ENG241ENG242
May 25, 2005

I respect him very much. Personally, I think he has a lot to share with his students...the tricky part is to learn how to listen to him. Once you get it, the class is a pleasure and you will earn easy A. Very nice man!

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ENG112
Jul 7, 2005

YOU COULD SLEEP 13 HOURS BEFORE COMING TO CLASS AND YOU WILL STILL FALL ASLEEP!!! BBOORRIINNGG!!!!!!!!!!

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ENG112
Jul 13, 2005

Dr. Bradford laughs at his own jokes, painfully goes over and over on stupid material like formats. He is so boring, I can't even keep my eyes open. Also, he grades the paper on a graduate level, hello its Eng. 112. Oh, did I mention he goes the full three hours of class. Give me a break already.....He needs to find something else to do.

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ENG112242
Aug 8, 2005

He's such a nice guy and if you take the time to ask him questions he will answer all of them until you understand. His class class can be boring but that's just b/c i'm not very interested in literature. I think he's easier than most of the English teachers. TAKE HIM!

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ENG111017L
Sep 15, 2005

Hybrid Section a little confusing for some. but over all a good class.

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ENG111
Sep 22, 2005

Hybrid course. My advice to you is to get anything other than this hybrid course and if you need a hybrid course find one without Bradford. He is unnaturally boring. I fell asleep twice in one class when trying with all my might to stay awake. I think that I would rather fail then have to spend another agonizing minute in his classroom. BORRING!!!!

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ENG
Sep 23, 2005

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4.0
ENG251
Oct 19, 2005

great!

5.0
2.0
ENG242
Nov 10, 2005

Yes he can be boring if you're not interested in poetry or literature; however, he's such a nice guy. Just show up to class (bring h/w from another class if you want to do something, or just listen to him). He grades fairly and even gives you a chance to redo your paper for a better grade. Take him I got a B in his class and I suck at English!

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ENG111
Nov 21, 2005

This is the perfect professor for you! if you like buttheads. He's completely unreasonable. Syllabus dates & research project dates don't match. He requires you to email 2 addresses, & becomes irrationally angry when you only email 1 address. Bad, way bad, & not rad dude. Do yourself a favor & try Briggs.

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ENG251
Dec 20, 2005

I took Eng 111, Eng 112, and Eng 251 with him. Great professor!! I highly recommend him. I'm not good in english but got straight A's with him. He lets you redo your papers to get a better grade. GREADS VERY WELL. Just make sure to show up to class and turn your papers in on time. Trust me you wont get lower than a B. Very nice teacher!

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ENG242
Jan 16, 2006

this guy is a ****

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ENG241
Jan 19, 2006

boring teacher. did not keep me interested at all.

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241
Jan 19, 2006

Lots of reading required. He's a huge new england fan... can be really boring but if you pay some attention you can do ok. tests are all essay but open book. Tip: get cliffnotes for all readings!

1.0
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ENG111
Feb 8, 2006

He is a horrible teacher. He doesn't explain anything and is very boring. I was never interested in anything he was talking about and he speaks in monotone.

5.0
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ENG251
Feb 17, 2006

Great teacher. I guess that the people who think he is boring say so because they don't understand his smart jokes. He might be the smartest man on campus.

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ENG111
Feb 21, 2006

Nice guy. Pretty boring in lecture, but if you get him on an interesting topic he is entertaining. I found him helpful and friendly.

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COUPLE
Mar 3, 2006

Dr. Bradford is awesome, his classes helped me to broaden my horizons and I have and remain very grateful to him for that. Go Sox!

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ENG111
Apr 22, 2006

This man sits in class and talks about his bike riding and vacations like we are supposed to care. If you want a class where you have a lot of stupid pre-class homework and then during class a long naptime this is FOR YOU!! :)

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ENG102
Apr 26, 2006

Class not interesting at all...horrible

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ENG111
Jun 20, 2006

"I guess that the people who think he is boring say so because they don't understand his smart jokes. He might be the smartest man on campus." I couldn't have said it better myself. Bradford is the MAN. I'd have him as a professor again if I could.

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ENG111112
Aug 5, 2006

This class can be challenging and demanding, but I learned more from his class that follows me today. He is a great educator.

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ENG242
Jan 16, 2007

I adored American Lit. with Dr. Bradford. He is an extremely intelligent man, who provides excellent commentary on the symbolism, historical and author-specific contexts of the literature being studied, and has a great dry sense of humor. Yes, your writing assignments are rigorous, however, you also learn a tremendous amount about lit.

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ENG111
Apr 18, 2007

His class is very hard mostly because he is a tough grader. You need to attend every class and turn all assignments on time or else you will fail. I missed 3 classes because of an illness and he failed me. He doesn't try to work with you, he gives you a grade and that's it. You must be a very anal person to take his class. He is also very boring.

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ENGENG
Jul 18, 2007

He is the horrible person in teaching and does not help the students and he really dont even know how to comment on the papers or does not help you to improve it. Dont even bother about other comments here. He is not worth to take and you will loose interest on the subject.

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ENG111
Jul 19, 2007

If you like self teaching, take his class. I took the hybrid course which is half online half classroom and when we were in class he wouldn't say much. He would give assignments and you would do them, not much would be explained.I would not take his class again though. Not very clear on what he wants in his assignments.

2.0
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ENG111
Aug 23, 2007

wow this was my second go at this class and yet again i failed. he is no help. the class dwindled in size over the course of the semester. the assignments are very unclear. dont take

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LIT241
Sep 9, 2007

useless.for an hour and a half you sit in front of him listening to him enjoy the sound of his own monotonous voice.he drones on and on about pointless crap like where he grew up.he laughs histerically at his bad jokes and will make you suicidal within minutes. only take this class if you are interested in the history of massachusets.

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ENG111
Sep 17, 2007

professor bradford is really a great teacher. some say he's "boring" or "tells bad jokes", but he's an extremely intelligent and very nice man. you will learn a lot by taking the class, even the hybrid class. attendance is mandatory though, and you have to do your assignments or you'll fail. but come on, it's college.

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ENG112
Oct 7, 2007

Bradford is really one of the worst teachers at NOVA! He has caused people thousands of dollars because they had to drop his class after the drop date because they found out that he is sucks. His voice sucks, grading sucks hard. Watching the grass grow would truly be more interesting. This guy needs to get a hint and retire already. HATED HIM!!!!!

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ENG112
Oct 7, 2007

Grades papers on a graduate level. Prequisite for this class shouldn't be English 111, it should be WILLPOWER, AZZ KISSER IF YOU WANT TO PASS. There was this student who was a COMPLETE NERD and Bradford befriended him real quick! It was Astonishing to see how many people dropped out of his class before I actually dropped myself. UNORMALLY BORING!!!

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ENG112
Nov 12, 2007

yes, this is a difficult class, but it's well worth it to do the work. working with bradford made me a better writer. he's an amazing professor and a great individual. i made a's on every assignment, but then again, i actually did the work. his english class is great, but there's no room for slackers.

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ENG241
Jan 3, 2008

Great professor, knows what he's talking about, made me think. His class helped improve my writing skills. Will take more of his classes. I highly recommend his class.

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HUM201
Mar 22, 2008

This was an online class. I received the best feedback for each of the assignments posted. Great dynamics and keeping every body involved in the subject. Best teacher so far!

3.0
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ENG111
Apr 4, 2008

Wasn't the greatest but it was an easy A class. JUST DO YOUR THE ASSIGNMENTS. Everyone who complains that it's a hard class are lazy students who don't turn in the assignments. The assignments aren't hard, just follow the syllabus and turn them in on time. Bradford's nice and he's smart, just boring and classes are pretty boring too.

5.0
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ENG111
May 7, 2008

bradford is a great guy! i just took him this last semester and got an A. i was also taking 17 credits that semester. no i am not a nerd! and yes i do work so school is not the only thing that i do. i took his eng 111 hybrid course! all you have to do is the simple online assignments and 3 grammer assignments! there not hard. and at the end you wri

3.0
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ENG241
Sep 30, 2008

This class was supposed to be fun and interesting. Bradford makes it boring dull and utterly uninteresting. He goes off on tangents that have nothing to do with the class. Unless u like wasting time find a different professor!!!!

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ENG241
Nov 18, 2008

This is the most boring, most monotonous class I have ever taken at NOVA. However, if you do your work, you should get a good grade. Just be ready to watch the clock.

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ENG023L
Nov 19, 2008

What an amazing teacher, he definitely knows what he is talking about. Just be sure to do your work ON TIME!!

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1.0
ENG251
Dec 16, 2008

omg soooooooooooo boring...

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HUM201
Jan 11, 2009

I took online class with him this semester. OMG too much work and tests are sooooooooooooo hard. if u wanna fail then take his online class :). he's nice though but very hard. i guess he thinks we are expert in history or something.

4.0
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HUM201
May 22, 2009

I took this as an online course. The workload is normal, read a chapter and write on discussion board and a journal. Exams are pretty hard but he curves it. Review sessions are a bit dull as he seems to wander off at times, but its helpful. Chances are you'll never get a 100 % on anything, but you can get an A if you work hard.

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HUM201
Sep 26, 2009

DO NOT TAKE HIS CLASS ONLINE! Way too much work for a working adult to do weekly. Exam is only a few questions and an essay that cover thousands of years, no way to get a decent grade. He is more concerned with you posting the minimum of 300-400 word in your blog weekly and counts all words in essays, exams, and blogs. Book is great,his class is no

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ENG111
Oct 8, 2009

So very boring. I thought I'd like the class. Now every time i go in there i end up falling asleep or getting up and leaving. Don't take his class unless u want to waste ur time.

3.0
3.0
ENG022L
Oct 8, 2009

So boring. the class is a wastte of time. youll probly just end up walking out anyway.

3.0
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HUM201
Oct 29, 2009

Overzealous and condescending, rigid, inflexible

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HUM101
Nov 13, 2009

In my many years of taking classes, the worst prof ever. Mean spirited, hard, difficult to understand and difficult to understand what he wants from class. Unfair and un-inspiring. Avoid at all cost!!!!

5.0
4.0
ENG100
Jul 30, 2010

Very challenging class. I Love this Professor. I can say I gained a better ability to write and understand material. He has taught at prestigous universities and treates his students with the ability to learn and not like they are hanicapped.

5.0
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HUM201
Feb 1, 2011

Professor was clear on expectations for class. Class involves reading thirty pages a week, one essay, and studying for exam per week. He provides specific requirements he expects met. If you do what he says you will get an A.

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HUM201
Mar 4, 2012

I would not reccomend Dr. Bradford to someone who is fairly new to college or is not prepared for a large workload. Make sure to read the Syllabus carefully and abide by all requirements because he is not lenient at all like most teachers. This course seems to be more of a part-time job and requires a lot of work. Exams require lots of studying!

3.0
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HUM201
Grade: Not_Sure_Yet
Jun 23, 2014

Worst teacher I have ever had! He is extremely difficult and not very helpful. I think he gets enjoyment out of watching students fail. Exams are nearly impossible. Would NOT recommend to anyone!!!

1.0
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HUM201
Grade: Rather not say
Aug 11, 2015

Avoid at all costs!!! I've taken lots of ELI classes and expect some rough edges when it comes to communication, but he is unbelievably unhelpful. He was shockingly condescending, unclear, and completely inflexible. Be ready to make the world revolve around this class, and only this class if you dare.

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HUM241
Grade: A
Aug 13, 2015

Dr. Bradford is a lovely man and knows a lot of information! He is very knowledgeable about the subjects he teaches and the world in general. Really enjoyed listening to him talking in lecture and he throws in occasional humor, which was nice. Great professor, willing to help you if you need it and he really makes you think!

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HUM201
Grade: C+
Jul 11, 2017
Wouldn't take again

hard tests & review sessions don't help - doesn't talk about what's on the test & leaves you guessing at what you should be studying. expects you to write a comprehensive 40 minute essay for each exam but doesnt let you know what topics to study so if you don't study the right thing you're out luck because it's half the exam grade.

Gives good feedback
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
TEST HEAVY
1.0
5.0
HUM201
Grade: B
Nov 15, 2017
Wouldn't take again

3 exams decide nearly the entire grade. Absolutely no study guide, and the lectures do not cover material that is on the test. There are a few assignments between the exams, but they're very random. Journals are *850* words, discussions are 350, but the topics are the same for both? Grades late. And treats students poorly when they try emailing.

Tough Grader
TEST HEAVY
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
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HUM201
Dec 17, 2017
Wouldn't take again

I do not reccomend you take his class. He is an extremely tough grader, expects you to remember way too much, and the exams are worth about half of the class. The exams call for way too much information to not be open note. This professor is terrible and unless you have google or an encyclopedia for a brain good luck. DO NOT TAKE.

Tough Grader
Get ready to read
TEST HEAVY
2.0
4.0
HUM201
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 12, 2018
Wouldn't take again

First, none of the study guides he provides work. 2nd, for the exams I wish he would provide a study guide. It is ridiculous the amount of reading you do for 15 definitions and multiple choice. Third, I took an online class so I wouldn't have to rearrange my work schedule and pay for a sitter for an exam. I'm missing 2 hours of work for his exam.

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
EXTRA CREDIT
3.0
5.0
HUM201
Apr 29, 2019
Would take again

Extremely difficult class but worth it. I learned a lot. Professor grades tough but fairly and on time. Lots of reading, very difficult exams. Tends to ramble during lectures (exam reviews for online) but he gives extra points towards exams if you attend so dont miss them.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Lots of homework
5.0
4.0
HUM202
Grade: A
May 12, 2019
Would take again

Not sure what all the negative reviews are for. His class is difficult, but not bad. Read the assigned chapters, attend the lectures/online meetings and ask questions. He provides great feedback on all of your work and again, don't be afraid to ask questions. Exams require some memorization but do the above and you'll be fine.

Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
Amazing lectures
4.0
4.0
HUM201
Jul 9, 2019
Would take again

Exams are difficult and require you to study a lot but he is passionate about the course material and will respond to your questions quickly and thoroughly. You will have to put in the time studying but he is a good professor.

Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
Test heavy
3.0
4.0
HUM201
Grade: A
Aug 16, 2019
Would take again

Be warned, his class is intensive and requires lots of reading and studying. Textbook is a must and also requires you to write essays. With that being said, Dr. Bradford himself is a nice guy, and he provides more than enough resources to study and prepare for exams. If you enjoy history you will enjoy his class.

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
Get ready to read
1.0
3.0
HUM201
Grade: C+
Aug 17, 2020
Wouldn't take again

He was a very tough grader, but also managed to be more passive aggressive with his comments on work turned in. I firmly believe that you should do a job you love or dont do it at all. Good luck to anyone who has to take him.

Participation matters
Tough grader
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HUM101
Grade: C+
Jul 12, 2021
Wouldn't take again

He is an waste of a class and of a teacher. No sympathy for any mistakes and an be unable to help about grading your paper if he is the only option the wait till next semester . Doesn't actually teach just expects you to read the textbook and grades harsh if you didn't come to the same conclusion as him. Would rate lower if possible.

Test heavy
So many papers
Tough grader
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

63%

Textbook Required

100%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

B+

74% confidence
Based on 8 grades
Most common grades:
A (3)
C+ (3)
A+ (1)
Grade Distribution
A(4)B(1)C(3)D(0)F(0)A-/B+(0)
Based on 11 reported grades
A: 3
C+: 3
A+: 1
Not_Sure_Yet: 1
Common Tags
Get ready to read (5)
Gives good feedback (4)
TEST HEAVY (3)
Tough Grader (3)
Tough grader (3)
LOTS OF HOMEWORK (2)
Lots of homework (2)
Test heavy (2)
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5.0

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ENG245

5.0

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ENG241ENG242

5.0

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ENG111017L

5.0

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COUPLE

5.0

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