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very helpful teacher!!
This guy doesn't teach. Never satisfied with the work you do always something to say about your papers. Very concerned about nature so prepare to write and experience hard work.
If you like reading, then he's the one. Get ready for the essays...and he's never happy with yout writting...you can work as hard as you can, it will be kind of hard to get an A, specially with the essays. Sometimes he's unfair when it comes to grading...
I took the class on line and I do not recommend it. The professor is not bad, but he does give a lot of work and want only perfection. If you like reading and writing than he is the good for you.
Very relaxed. Went to Europe with him for school and he is an awesome guy. Very smart and wants to know the students better. Opens your eyes to alot of things.
Horrible professor, his class never made sense to me. Extremely nice but boring and pointless.
great person horrible professor
He is a great person!!! Encourages you to analyze what it is that really matters. It was a pleasure being in his class.
Very smart and instuitive guy. Teaches the way not many people do in this area. It's true there is a lot of work to do, but that's the best way of doing it nowadays, if you're willing to learn. Very good. I do recommend him.
He is a very good person and a great teacher. ENC1102 in a way change my life 'cause he opened my eyes to many things. He really knows the material and is passionate about it. Is not an easy class in the sense that you have to work a lot, but you will learn for sure. He is helpful, always available during office hours and cares about your progress
He should teach enviromeny instead of English.
He is a great teacher! He is alittle cooky on the enviornmental nature side but hey the man can't help it. I warn you that he like making people do community hours as part of his course especially if you need the grade. But overall his class is easy and he is very understanding and interesting to talk too.
Very hard teacher. Dont take it. He is into enviroment and not English. If your opinion is against his you are in trouble.
has alot of energy,loves to teach, and cares about his students.
Why MDC use our money to pay this kind of professor? He is totally bad. Never take his class
Be careful!!!!! He looks a good teacher but he is not the same at the time to graded your work. He should be a social worker, not a teacher. Very complicated class and very demanding. He is not fair. Please, Please, don't take his class. In the same campus you can find better teacher for the same class. Be careful with him.
True guys, he's the bad teacher I know. He never is satisfied with your work. Demanding and not ease. Don't take class with him
He is NO GOOD!!!!! YOu know the saying don't judge a book by its cover!!!! Well his cover describes him very very very well! If you like taking shortcuts i advise you not to take his class!! He's never satisfied with your essays.He teaches the long way and the long way only! BAD TEACHER!!! Don't take him!
This guis awesome...easy to talk to and very down to earth. I had him about a year ago and it was an amazing experience. Oh yeah did I mention that I hate English and school but this class was different.
Are you crazy if you take class with this teacher. I agree with other students here he's good social worker but never, never, never a good teacher. If you like to pass and learn don't take class with him
When the unclear words and less teaching skill are the description of a professor you know that is not a good Idea take this professor. Hard to find after class, abstract ideas to evaluation, no valoration of hard work, and can't explain what is wrong in your work. "when a good student fail, the professor fail twice". Don't lose you time.
Not more words that what I read here. Totally bad teacher, never give you a grade and surprise you at the end of the course. Don't take if you really like to learn. I ask why MDC pay with our money this kind of teachers?
You have to do a lot of work in his class, that's true, but he is a very nice person. He teaches in a way in which you feel interested in the material; he encourages you to learn. I took this class in a mini term last year and I will never forget it. He developed a friendly environment and in the classroom everybody became friends. Take home essays
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THE WORST TEACHER I NEVER HAD
I took this class with Virtual Collge and it sure was an easy A. You'll do fine as long as you participate in all class discussions, turn in all your assignments, and apply whats on the book. Also don't worry if you start off bad due to the interest on the given material, because in the end he mainly looks for progress!
At the begining he looks very nice teacher. Be aware because he never gave you a grade, his essays are too confusing and difficult, I never understood why this teacher is still working at MDC. He is more social worker than teacher. Never take classes with him guys or you'll be very dissapoint.
horrible. i had alot of medical proble that i was dealing with. he nevber told me my grade and at the last minute he did then told me i didnt have time to make it up. throughout the entire semester i asked and he never tolded me anything. i ask him to reconsider my grade but till this day he wont. i might have to go over his head . dont take him
He is a really good professor. He is not an ordinary professor. If you are a person who can't think out of the box do not take his class. 1101 and 1102 were the most meaningful classes I took.
I TOOK THIS CLASS ONLINE, THE PROFESSOR REQUIRED LOTS OF TIME. HE REQUIRES YOU TO READ NOVELS AND PUT THEM IN YOUR OWN WORDS IF YOU TRUELKY DONT WANT TO GET ANYTHING OUT OF THE CLASS DONT TAKE HOWEVER IF YOU ARE WILLING IT WORK PROFESSOR G DOES SEE THAT AND WILL HEP YOU TOI THE BEST OF HIS ABILITY
He demands a lot and expects you to work hard. It was not an easy class.
I did not like it. Too weird for me. His comments are actually rude. He knows his stuff but don't think it is clear explaining. Depends on the person. Not my type though.
This is not exactly an easy class, but if you like to write long essays which you then have to rewrite over and over until he considers them to be the best you can do (which will never happen, he always expect more of you) then this is the right teacher for you, especially if you enjoy a challenge. Personally, I hate writing and I’m really not inte
This is a very different class. Sometimes difficult. Expects too much sometimes, but helps when you ask.
you will feel like in high school all over again where the teacher wants you to participate against your own will , he dont wait until you raise your hand , and if you dont say anything , he will make talk about crap you dont wanna say.he say bad words all the time and make stupid circles so that he can see everyone faces.you have to buy the book o
Gonzalez is a really funky, quirky, and genuine professor. At first his methods can be obscure but once you get the hang of it - its nothing but clear skies and smooth sailing.
This class has honestly been one of the most touching and significant classes ever. He is a wonderful teacher and mentor.. a true healer. It is in fact difficult, but he gives you reason to work hard for it (other than superficial reasons like a grade). If you are an open person, take the class without even THINKING TWICE..
He is a very relaxed guy want to know your opinion , you have to read and you have the opportunity to write in your own style not just 5 paragrapgh thesis conclusion, the books he assigns for readings are very interesting book with deep topics that you will discuss in class.
Dude! Let me tell you! This teacher is as good as they get! I had him for Virtual College (no longer on there) and his class was so easy! The books he wanted us to read were great; he liked reading from the NY Times Top 10 book list. Take this class if you like "feeling" subject matter instead of just "aimlessly" learning it.
Carlos is amazing, he is all about showing you new things. Just like Alex Salinas, his class is more than just english. These two are such a dynamic duo, they care so much about opening your mind to ideas most people never think of on their own. You have to come in with an open mind & expect anything bc this class is not for all/like others...
After taking this class you will never see the world and humanity in the same way. He is truly an AMAZING teacher. The only bad thing is you have to do community service but it's not that many hours. He creates a friendly and relaxed atmosphere in the class. He is easy to talk to and very willing to help. Thank you proffesor Gonzalez!
This professor is amazing. What makes him an excellent teacher is that he is also a writer. His poetry is enlightening and contagious. You leave his class writing and loving poetry. Thank you professor for your inspiration!
Nice class,I got A, but it wasn't easy. He makes the class interesting,and you have until the end of the semester to return your essays, but you won't know any grades until the end of the semester, he says a thing and then he never do it, and to get A in your essays, you have to be open minded and write really good, because he is very exigent.
Hi is the worst professor that I ever had in my life. Not helpful at all. He cares more about poverty and politics than its students. The best grade that you can get in his class is a C no matter how many community hours you did. No matter how hard you try, for him you are always under the level. Encouragement is not in his notebook.
This professor ROCKS! He is really involve in the community and if you show interest in making a difference not only in his class but in your community you will earn yourself an A. If you have problems opening up to people or don't have time to be involve in any extra curricular activities don't even take this class, it goes beyond books.It Rocks!
hi's the best.I met him and my life and other class mates's lives changed.
I really liked this class. I felt it covered a lot of things I felt as being important to me and hopefully others. I became a better writer, but this class was about more than that. If you're open minded and don't mind doing some self-discovery, this class is great. If that's not the case, don't bother and find someone less inspired to teach you.
he's da bomb!!!
Really good professor. Helps you in life and connects worlds together. His class almost turns philosophic and I learned a lot about myself through them. YES he does make you do community service hours, not that many. If in honors program, you still have to do it, either way. They are not that bad.
Lots of learning and searching.
If you like smoking weed while writing, this is the class for you. A lot of writing! Great professor and great mentor. Go to poetic Thursday if he mentions it as service learning.
Ok, he is a great professor, u learn a lot about the world out there and he puts ur heart and ur brain in contact but as in class matters enc 1101 is suppose to be a composition course in which he teach u how to do essays but he doesnt teach u because he expects you to teach yourself.
Prof. Gonzalez is the best! You learn so much in this class! What I love about him is that he lets you write about anything you want, he's very liberal. Though you write a lot, it's all balanced out through the fact that it's about anything. His lectures are great and there is so much interaction! I'm taking 1102 with him and only him!
this class is really easy and if you do what he wants you get a esay A. the bad thing is that he dosen't really teach you. and most of the time you get the felling that he din't even check your easys.
I don not recommend to take him. He makes you read a lot and you have to write every day in a journal and also they ask for 3 or more essays. You have to put videos in youtube and do a lot of activities to recieve at the end of the class an "imaginary" grade. I worked hard and did not got a good grade.
Prof. Gonzalez is cool and at the same time professional. Brings new approaches to a learning experience with interesting assignments. If you are willing to complete all the assignments with passion, then easy to get a grade. I would highly recommend him, he has a lot of compassion for people in need. Overall, cool teacher and great human being
Professor Gonzalez gives you a content rich experience, full of fresh opportunities to try new things, and take a different approach to what we may take for granted.
Great Professor a very happe camper. He makes the class very fun. I loved him.
Great teacher highly recommend him. Gives you a new fresh outlook on life. Teaches you life lessons. Is very helpful and understanding. Awesome teacher
Very nice teacher. Will teach you about life and how to construct your essays. this class had a service learning that we had to do for 6 hours supposably its mandatory but i only completed 2 hours and if he sees that your serious and get a good grade he will pass you anyways. attendance is mandatory. he is awesome take him i recomend it
Great professor! He may talk a lot about life but he will definitely help you pass. I recommend to take him and if you like to write he's the professor for you.
I took this class in summer and it was a little overwhelming, there's is a lot of service learning and group work so make sure you have time. He didn't give any tests just essays. Not the clearest teacher, but does care about his students and teaches you a lot of life lessons. If you have the time and are interested in service i would recommend hi
This is a great professor, it is true you have to work, there are others that almost burden you with work, with him it is not like that. He makes de class interesting and meaningful. He will care if he sees you are interested, be very sure about it! The last day most of his students told hi he was awesome, i think the same!
Professor Gonzalez cares about his students and is willing to help you pass. I don't consider myself a great writer and did well. There are a couple essays here and there as well as a service learning project. Beware out of class essays are worth 60% of final grade.
Class is always interesting. There is a lot of writing, but that is to be expected from an english comp. class. He likes for you to write what you are passionate about, then he helps you hone your writing skills and tighten up your work. He has students critique each other's papers which helps a lot. His class is fun and he's a great professor.
Hes very cool and cares about his students. There is work to do but if you do it you will pass with no problem.HES AWESOME SUPER NICE!
I do not recomend this professor!!! He didn't teach anything during the whole semester, he talked a couple of times about the world, but that was it... I did all my work, even my essays. I was one of the students on his list that had all the work done, and I got a C . I think he gave me that grade because I was humble and I told him a C...
Best teacher I've ever had. He teaches you more than just writing but life skills as well. Everyone should be able to get an A in the class unless you are lazy and don't give a crap. I highLy recommend this professor, he is the best I've ever had.
great professor, at first he seems weird but the class was very easy. he doesnt ak for a book you just have to write.
hes very understanding qith stuff but some of his assignments are hard to understand after awhile.
Incredible professor! He makes class fun yet is serious with what he does. Definitely recommend taking him.
He is not a bad professor you just need to really understand what he says. You're basically on your on in this class and it's very hard to pleased him with your assignments. Nothing is basically good for Him unless you do it 10 times over and over again. You miss his class twice and you're already have a C. 1101 class
GREAT professor!!! Hands down the best English class I have ever taken. His teaching style is different but that's what makes this class unique & fun. You're expected to stay on top of your work & keep up with your assignments so don't take this class if you plan on slacking or think you won't have to do any work. But like I said, GREAT PROFESSOR!
His class is motivating and inspiring. A new kind of learning, and well rounded. It's a great class to boost your GPA and improve your writing in a way that you don't even notice. This class is fun and not the one where you read 90 pages a night. Just follow up with the assignments, and you'll do fine. Got an A for ENC1101, and will take him 4 1102
This class is unique. Teaches about life etc. However, it is a lot of work. He makes you keep a journal so you can free write in it. You only have to do 3 essays during the semester. When it comes to grading he makes you choose what grade you deserve. If you do your objectives and complete it you get an A. Just make sure you do what he says.
This class is not hard at all but you definetly can't slack. You have to stay on top of all the assignments he assigns. This class is very life motivating and you are going to be very much involved trust me you will like it especially the fact that you get to watch episodes of Lost all the time.
Excellent Professor. Very good methodology and pedagogy. I recommend it.
I didn't really like his class. He's nice but I didnt like how open he wanted us to be with him. You have to like writing and working with people because you do alot of it in this class. He also has you keep a journal and expects you to write in it constantly.
He is an amazing professor! I don't regret taking his class! you do have to keep a journal and write.....alot! and be willing to be open, but its definitely an awesome class, he is also really nice and helpful. You also have fun, definitely recommend him.
HES AWESOME! hes really passionate on what he says and do. really interesting class, the book and chapter he chooses you to write is a moodchanger. you have to write in your journal though, but i see why its so impotant, it makes you realize more about yourself. he only says things one time, after that its all you. he doesnt like repeatin himself.
HEED MY WARNING DO NOT TAKE THIS CLASS. Awful teacher, he requires assignments that have nothing to do with English and makes you go out of your way just for a simple assignment. I've never gotten less than an A and I got aC. Save yourself from misery and don't pick him. He's extra credit chances are terrible and take up literally your whole day
Well, if you like to be open about your personal life with complete strangers and have to keep a journal with daily entries, then take this class. Lots of public speaking and presentation, really hard projects and not enough chances to raise your grade. His extra credit requires going to event at others schools for the entire day. TERRIBLE CLASS !!
This has to be the worst, least helpful professor I have ever taken. The extra credit is absurd and shows no leniency when grading. He wants you to open up to him and the rest of your random classmates and even made us perform a play. Don't make the mistake of picking this guy.
He will be the one professor I will remember for the rest of my life. The journal other students are complaining about is not that bad. It's actually quite fun if you get into it. TAKE THIS CLASS if you want to choose.He helps improve your writing and you learn more about yourself in the process. Gives many opportunities for you to boost your grade
Great Professor! He's kind and very helpful. The assignments aren't hard at all, and he gives plenty of extra credit to raise your grade. Only three essays in the semester, and one of them was a group essay. He does expect you to have a journal and write in it throughout the semester. I had a lot of fun in this class and it wasn't hard to get an A.
TAKE THIS CLASS!!! He is a great professor! Really nice, fun, unique, willing to help you with anything. Makes class fun and exciting. while some may think he "is asking you to open up too much to random classmates" its not what it seems. He really helps you open up to yourself and discover who you are and what you really want to do with your life.
He is really helpful. I enjoyed his class. If you are bad at grammar and have to take this class this is definitely your professor.
This class is not slack but it's easy if you just do all your work! Whoever got less than a B is just lazy like some of the people on here. I got an A because I did all my work and everything was really fun! He doesn't make you open up to the class if you don't want to. Just three essays about yourself really and journals.
i really liked his class. it is not a regular/ boring enc1101 class he makes it fun and interesting. super easy and fun!
BEST ENGLISH PROFESSOR! I loved how it wasn't like every other boring English class and it was fun to go to class. The people that say the class is hard are just lazy, it isn't hard at all! They obviously don't know what other ENC1101 classes are like. He made the class interesting by getting all of us involved.
His class is fun and he is kinda funny. I have learned a lot in this class and the work is easy and fun. In this class you have to do a lot of reading and essays, but it is easy. Overall he is great, fun, nice, patient, and respectful. I will totally recomend him to anyone.
Best English Professor here. I will never forget him and his lifelong lessons. Take him! People might complain about the amount of work, but it's really not that hard. Honestly, if you get anything less than an A, then you're just lazy. I highly recommend him to everyone!
Best teacher I have ever had. He is the nicest guy and his class is easy if you do the work.
This professor gives a lot of work but if you want to learn and enlighten yourself this class is for you. He is a great instructor! I wish I would have been more responsible I thought I was almost going to fail but I passed with a B. Keep it real with him and he'll do the same. This class is not slack though! Take a different prof if you want easy.
professor was somewhat nice but not slack at all and the last essay can make or break it. dont pick him unless you want to overwhelm yourself with a ton of work even though you have other classes to worry about.
Loved this class, the professor makes it interesting. Learned new ways of approaching an English class and this made it different and unique.
This guy is super weird but he's funny. He's okay to take if you have patience. There is not a lot of learning about english. He talks more about charity work and you have to bring a can every class for a grade. 4 essays and the 4th one is worth 75% of the class!
Had this professor for both ENC1101 and ENC1102. He's awesome! I loved the class! He forces you to work with others on some things but I'm glad he did. I have made great friends in that class and have learned a lot. He keeps the class interesting and yes you have to write a lot but its not a bother. I really enjoyed it! HIGHLY recommended!
super good professor. the class is easy if you do the work
As long as your not extra super lazy you should pass with a good grade. The class is not anything difficult if you provide at least basic effort. The professor is a little different, but if you go there focused on your grade it won't be a problem.
Great teacher! Teaches more than just about English and very interesting.
Good Professor with great intentions, but SCREWED ME OVER BIG TIME with the final essay which may I remind you is worth 75% of your grade. I worked really hard on it, planned through it, had it revised twice, and still got a C?!! I am extremely disappointed. In all honesty, I'm not a bad writer.
Loved his class he is such a cool guy and has a great attitude, his class is very easy and fun to attend he gets everyone involved. if his class is open take it!
Great professor with an inspiring outlook on life. He does not only teach you basic writing skills, but he teaches you about yourself. As long as you do everything he asks for (which is not difficult at all) you will pass with an A. If you want a different experience in an english class, take him!
Great person to learn from about life but definitely a terrible English teacher. He rarely teaches you about English. The final consists of 5 parts and if you fail one you will most likely get an F for the entire semester even if you have done good on all your other work. Final is designed for slackers who did nothing all semester.
If you want to waste your time in a classroom not learning about the course then take this class!
Bringing cans every day is a part of your attendance and grade. If you bring a can every class and do every assignment you can still easily fail his class with small mistakes.
Easily the worst teacher I have ever had.
Class was different. Made you bring cans of food to class. We wrote over 90 pages of crazy writing that was hard but interesting. He's not your typical professor. The class is not for everyone.
The best Professor at this school. he is an amazing human being. If you show up to class and do the work, you should easily pass with an A. Do not underestimate him though, as he can affect your grade greatly if you do not dedicate your essays time.
I took him for ENC1101 and he's won of the best teachers at this school! He's kinda like a hippie but not really I only wrote 3 essays and the 3rd one was the final I recommend you to take him!! Im going to take him for ENC1102
Prof. Gonzalez is an extraordinary individual. His class is not the easiest but it is defitnely a great learning experience that includes the mind body and soul.
This professor is the BEST professor at MDC, HANDS DOWN. Instead of buying a textbook that you would throw aside after finished the course, you bring cans to help out the less fortunate. If you complete the work and show up to class, it's an easy A. You will learn a lot about yourself and your mind will expand exponentially. Highly Recommended.
We have to use Twitter, Facebook and a lot of other sites to work on our assignments. It's too much and very confusing.
Honestly, I would NEVER EVER take a class taught by him again. I didn't learn a thing about English or writing. He's so annoying about the stupid yoga crap. I swear it was more of a yoga class than anything. He doesn't use a textbook but makes you pay for online yoga and bring in a can of food for each class. Superrrrrr annoying!!!! DONT DO IT!
This is one of my favorite teachers at MDC. He's a great teacher. Majority of everything you do is online and social networks which makes it easy because, we all know how to use that.
I honestly liked the class. The only thing is we have to bring in cans to every class. We don't use a textbook we do yoga. In all this class is pretty easy and of you do the weekly assignments you should get an easy A. You have to like being in a group and working with people. I liked the group thing. He made the class fun. I wished it was longer
Mr. Gonzalez is a very inspirational human being and teacher that talks a lot about life itself. He puts us in groups and those people become the ones you are always working with. You don't need a textbook everything is more technology and social media wise. Easy A. I enjoyed the class.
Taking this class with Professor Gonzalez has been an amazing experience. I think Professor Gonzalez is a perfect balance between learning and having fun. You get to work with new people and learn how to review your own writing. Attendance is important to pass the class, but it is worth it. I would love to take ENC1102 with him.
This isn't like an english class I have taken, but by far, the best class I registered for. He teaches you how to find yourself as well as writing techniques. It's a pretty easy class, as long as you don't slack. He always keeps the class interesting, you will never get bored. I highly recommend on taking his classes.
This is not your average English class. No tests, No textbooks, and yoga! The whole class consists of essays. Don't underestimate the laid back vibes of this class, you need to do the work! Also you ALWAYS work in groups. This is a cool class to be in, but it's not slack.
An amazing experience, it transcends beyond any other English class you'll have totally recommended!
He is a great teacher ! No text required. Social media is used in the class. Great teacher! Easy A! You do yoga as part of the class but, you do at home as homework. You bring cans to class which is part of your attendance. Easy A right there! Just sit down & listen him talk. Funny teacher! I would so recommend him & take him again.
He's a cool teacher, like many have said you will learn a lot about life, but also quite bit about writing. You will have to participate in group activities, and do yoga.
Unique and cool human being. No textbook, but he makes you do annoying things like yoga, bring food every day, use twitter and Facebook. You work in a group, do weekly assignments online and 3 essays than 750 words. No test or quizzes, but prepare to write. If you do the work you should be fine. You will learn basic writing, but more about life.
He's a really good teacher overall, he makes you bring in a can a food everyday as part of your attendance which is a little annoying but he's super funny and explains what he wants you to do clearly. along as you do what you're told and bring your can in everyday you should pass with an A
Honestly it's super easy. He gives a lot of work like each week you have to read a bunch of articles or videos then in a learning log he asks you to either answer question or give your opinion. He gives you 100 if you do it I mean it's ALOT but just do it even if it's poorly written you'll get 100. He might send you to writing lab though but still.
If I can take him over and OVER again, I would. One of the best professors I've had so far. No textbook is required, only learning logs and "at home Yoga." It's nice to have change in a class. Also, class participation is essential to pass, but with a teacher like him, it isn't a drag. Would definitely recommend to everyone!
No need for a book, but you do need to sign up for an online yoga class. Groups are put together 1st week and you are stuck with your group for the rest of the semester. Do your weekly learning log or you will not pass. They are time consuming, but fairly easy. Final learning log is 50% of your grade. He does give extra credit "errands", do them.
No Tests! You will write a lot though, but he will help you at any cost to make sure you do well. The writing is actually fun, and gives you relatable topics. He is an awesome professor and you won't regret taking his class. It's not a typical English class, but you'll get a lot more out of it. Make sure you have a lot of canned food stored up!
He's a great person but honestly won't teach you to write. He's more focus about life and yoga. 1 essay for the entire semester and some learning logs. Gives extra credit & you have to use Twitter, Evernote, bring food to every class and do yoga. So if you want and easy A it might work for you. However, the last paper represents 50% of the semester
Amazing professor!! You will write a lot, but it's very useful in the long run. He's there for you and gives excellent feedback and second-chances. Every class you will have to bring a can of food and post questions on twitter. I'm super glad that I took his class because it has made me a better writer!
I have never been more fond of someone in my life. Prof. Gonzalez is the absolute best professor I've had yet. This class is no ordinary english class, expect to do a lot of soul searching and a lot of interacting. Learning logs are easy and quick, no "real" tests are giving besides the testing of your humanity lol. he's great! Recommend 110%!!!
did not learn one thing on how to write better.
AMAZING professor! Yoga isn't for everyone but give it a chance & also remember you always need someone to give you advice & motivate you! Carlos is that person! A+++++
Easy A but he will give you work to do! Just do it! A HUGE environmentalist. Made our whole ENC1102 class outside and everything. Good Heart!
Really no complaints about this class and its easy to pass if you put a minimum effort. Get ready for some yoga :)))
Easy class, he mostly grades on participation so if you show up to class and bring what he asks, you get an A for the day. Barely any reading or writing. He gives you feedback on your essays and gives you many chances to make it better. He also gives you many extra credit opportunities so you should be fine if you put a little work in to it.
Honestly no. Just no. You don't learn one writing tool in this class he assigns essays that need to be 7 paragraphs like it's not necessary at all. Pointless "homeworks" pointless "assignments." And he actually grades tough, and I've always been good in English so I know it wasn't me doing bad on writings.
He's a great person. Super nice. You will learn more about life than writing. He grades pretty tough considering that you don't really learn much. He makes you buy a book he co wrote and just read and write about it. He's a little confusing when explaining the assignments.
Half of class time is in class, other half is doing yoga. Doing the yoga is mandatory! If you do all assignments you will pass. 4 at home essays. He really does make you participate in class. He's an easy going prof and makes you look at life in a diff perspective. You also have to bring canned food every class. Made the class fun Would take again!
Mr. Gonzalez is a really cool guy but as a teacher he is not that great. He takes too long to grade papers. He doesn't give any tests but has 3 or 4 papers that make or break your grade to which he doesn't give clear Instructions. Personally I wouldn't take him again you won't learn anything and don't buy the book that he wrote he never uses it.
Professor Carlos Gonzalez is so gentle hearted! It is an easy A as long as you work for your grades. The class consists of essays and Journal entry's so do them! We go to the wow center which is amazing! I loved the experience! He is kind & gets disappointed when you don't do your work. This site helped me decide professors so I am doing the same!
Bring a can of food everyday for attendance and do yoga once a week. essays were very simple and he's a very good grader. If you need help he's there for you. There's homework but it's super simple. I'm not a good writer and I passed with a B only bc I missed 1 essay.
He's a great guy but I thought his class was going to be cake. He is very tough grader when it come to essays. he has very high expectations on them. he is never clear on hw and test. But other than that he's alright.
He's a good guy, but a terrible teacher. He's more of a nutritionist then an English teacher, expect to learn a lot about food. 1 group project, no test, many essays, homework every class. you have to keep up with his syllabus that is constantly changing on onenote. People say he is an easy grader but he isn't hes very picky.
I didn't like him at all. I was supposed to be an essay class, but it wasn't at all. He made us buy a yoga map, and we did yoga just two time. After that he changed for another activity. He has his own grading method . Nobody got a grade greater than a C on first essay. I didn't learn anything about writing. All he talks is about nutrition.
He amazing as a person, sadly he's not that good of a professor! If you're looking for a class to improve your writing do not chose him. Now if you want to learn more about nutrition then he's the man for you! He's a very touch grader on his essays! it may seem like an essay class but there's a plot twist it's not!!!
Great class, easy to boost your grade when you received an average grade in a paper.
Hes a good teacher but his essay grading is rigorous, was one of two students that got a B in the class. He is a very hard grader
Professor Gonzalez was amazing! My writing improved tremendously and I also learned about nutrition. His class was not your average English class but then again nobody wants to take a boring English class. Highly recommend!
Carlos is one of the best English professors you will ever take. He's intelligent, funny, very patient and best of all; He can actually relate to students. He doesn't treat you as a subordinate. He treats you as an equal.
Makes your peers judge and critisize your papers. Doesnt even teach you how to write and gives pretty much everyone a C. Isn'tclear on assignments. He should be a nutritionist, not an english professor.
Professor Gonzalez will talk nonstop about nutrition and you will have to partake in Yoga sessions if you want to pass. Never the less, his strange teaching methods really help you change the way you see things. Most of us have never seen learning like this or had a teacher who cared if we ate Wendy's. Sadly he is a really tough grader; great man.
Grades papers on how "wowed" he is. Not really a good thing when he wrote the textbook and is an exceptional writer. He expects you to write like Nicholas Sparks or you get a "C". I have gotten good grades on papers before, not once have I ever gotten a C. Grades extremely hard.
Lets just say he is not too great. He posted a crazy post on FB talking about someone who wrote poorly about him here on Rate My Professor. His post was childish. In the FB post he even said "Maybe eating all that sugar has not been good for you after all!" Which was totally irrelevant and WRONG of him to say. I lost a lot of respect for him.
Carlos was an awesome professor. His class is not your usual english class, but you learn a lot of things that are interesting. Fitness and health are a priority to him and he wants you to learn the same. He has very liberal ideas and expresses them. A good man, a good professor.
Professor Gonzalez was absolutely amazing. He really gets you thinking about life. I enjoyed every minute of his class and i would definitely take it again. If you really want to learn how to express yourself in your writing than you should take this class.
I am a currently taking his class. All I have to say is good things about him. His teaching method goes beyond grammar correction. He grades the papers depending on your effort, there is no right and wrong. He really does care for his students and the material that we are going over is very interesting (politics, nutrition and racism).
I LOVE Carlos!!!! I wish I could take all of his classes. He's a wonderful man, very politically outspoken. Despite our different views he is really caring. He makes you get personal in your writings which I find to be amazing.
He will tell you straight up what you need to do. He uses Google classroom and be ready to speak up and do yoga. He's pretty chill and pretty spiritually I liked him.
A good professor but you really need to dedicate a lot of time to his homework. If you work full time and go to school full time it will be an issue. I liked him I just didnt have enough time to dedicate to his class.
He's an overall decent professor. It might seem like he gives A LOT of homework but most of it is super easy. Attendance is not THAT important but it is a grade so maybe for some people. Easy B and he can actually teach you some things about life. You get into groups and wow I felt like I was in a therapy session, some students cried but thats ok.
Professor Gonzalez is a really great professor. He cares about what the student put in his paper. He does try to get to everyone of his student but he does talk a lot in class and having him for only 50min didn't help him aswell with trying to help every student. He does give homework but it is easy only time consuming.
Professor Gonzalez's class was by far one of the easiest English classes I have ever taken, only thing is the homework is EXTREMELY time consuming and boring as hell.
If you want an out of the box English class this is your guy. More concerned about creativity and quality writing than grades. Wish all English professors were like this.
Gonzalez is an excellent professor. If you're looking into more essay writing than tests, he's the professor for you. He even lets you write your essays instead of specific prompts. He gives awesome advice not only towards essay writing, but also health wise. He also makes you do yoga which is really fun and relaxing especially around finals week.
The best professor Ive ever had real lay back chill type of guy. But when it comes down to doing your work hes on top of you and shows that he cares. Talks a lot but learned a lot of things in this class. Wish he had early classes next semester so I could take him again
Really awesome professor, although sometimes the work can be very boring. Topics are a bit weird, but its all very interesting. If you do your homework and engage yourself in the class you will be fine. No test just a lot of homework. Attendance was for a grade sometimes, but he will notice if you are out. Offers a fair amount of extra credit.
Not your typical professor I would say, he's very big on nutrition and these really weird topics.. The homework is super easy just really boring and long. Extra credit is super easy too and theres 0 test! Attendance is mandatory tho but its a super easy class, he's a great professor he just makes you write and think outside of the norm.
Gonzalez is a super chill guy all around. He cares tremendously about helping each and every student in his class to evolve in their writing skills. You only have to write like 3 essays and theres no tests at all, but there is a lot of boring video watching and note taking. He also does a few yoga lessons, which was surprisingly my favorite part.
I had him and let me tell you I wont usually participate but something about his class made me be accepted and I felt comfortable
Absolutely a wonderful and interesting teacher. Much different than any class Ive ever had!
Professor Gonzalez isn't like every other English. There will be a lot of writing assignments, essays and extra credit opportunities. At the end he lets you write an essay on what grade you think you deserve regardless of what else you've done. Very easy A, but if you don't show progress he will drop you out of the class.
Only had 3 essays no final and the book for his class is 99 cents. He gives homework and a lot of extra credit.
He is an AWESOME teacher. I learned so much about very different things because of him. I would definitely recommend this class.
This was the best professor I took in Miami Dade. Very inspirational and caring about each student. I loved going to his class. A lot of opportunities to have a good grade in his class. 10 out of 10 !
Very nice guy and understanding but will can see through BS so dont try. His teaching style was good in my opinion. he easily captures the class' attention. His class is nice sometimes because he teaches life lessons then connects it to english. Great class to learn more about yourself.
Open minded
Good professor, doesn't really teach English basics. There were three essays the whole semester. Very good class for a first time college student. He always tries to make the class interesting. I wish I can take him again!
He is one of the most laid-back professors I have ever had the chance meeting. He makes the class so easy going and emphasizes how he doesn't like to make it stressful on the students, especially if its one of your first college classes. TAKE HIS CLASS! YOU WILL DEFINITELY NOT REGRET IT!
Honestly surprised his rating isn't a 5.0. This class is life changing, you have to do your work. But if you don't get an A its on you.
I am not a fan of the whole hippie yoga aesthetic but he's cool. The class is easy a few essays and a lot of sharing. It felt kind of like therapy.
AMAZING PROFESSOR!!! Took him for ENC1101 my first semester of college and he's absolutely amazing he is a very inspirational and very easy class to pass, only 3 essays the whole class and he grades off of completion. Very recommended! He also does yoga in class.
Taking his class has been a life-changing experience. Expect to volunteer at The WOW center. It will be an amazing experience from which you will learn a lot. His class is very particular, but I promise it will make a difference in your life.
This guy is a (10+). If you take his class you would have to work, but is super easy and you will learn a lot of interesting and useful things, is a very particular class. Expect to get out of your comfort zone, it will be worth it. Also you will get the opportunity to volunteer at the WOW center and see they amazing work.
If you want to learn something you better look for another teacher, I passed the class with a lot of work, but I did not learn anything about English composition.
Hes an amazing professor who cares VERY much for his students. He even hands out his personal phone number to students for any questions they might have outside of the classroom.
There aren't a lot of papers or assignments given for his class, but you're kind of graded for attendance. He will go to extra lengths for you if you have any issues! He's actually getting me published! Be prepared to do yoga in class!
This is probably one of the best english professors ill ever have. His class is so inspiring and he never fails to motivate you. Its fairly easy and the readings are interesting. Compared to the professors my friends had he is the best of bunch. Totally recommend him!
This class is an easy A when effort is put in. He is very zen and spiritual, be prepared to learn yoga and to write A LOT. He will have you purchase his book off amazon, it is a collection of his students essays. You will have many writing assignments but you have a fair amount time to turn them in. Would definitely recommend
Mr. Gonzalez's class is an amazing experience. His class makes you step out of your comfort zone for the sake of writing, and I've never felt more confident as a writer than ever before. He's extremely kind and understanding; you must have him as a teacher. His course involves reading stories, writing responses, writing a few essays, and even yoga.
Sentimental & liberal. Watched videos and wrote our opinions on it. Made us write an essay about ourselves. He told me I couldn't write something in my essay because 'his mom went thru something similar and that didn't work for her'. LITERALLY. Class is a joke. An easy class, but in my opinion, worst professor ever. Learned ZERO english.
In this class you'll do three things. The class went to the wow center a place for mentally challenged kids which is fine but many didn't want to be forced into it. We do yoga as well. It's fine. However trying to keep in contact with him isn't easy. He never answers. He'll also make you write about your personal experiences no matter what.
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I think the professor Carlos Gonzalez is the best because he has passion for his work. He encourages the students to be focus with his effective class and overall has an incredible manner to teach.
I loved him! I thought he was great. This was my first time passing ENC1101. If you show interest in his class you will get a good grade!
He is an amazing professor, an authentic one, you will enjoy it every minute and experience something new in comparison to other teachers
Best English teacher. Would recommend. Super caring and different! NO TEXTBOOK NEEDED. NO QUIZ OR TEST. EASY WORK!!!
He isnt the easiest. If you want to be lazy and not do anything i dont recommend to take him. you do need to do lots of group work on zoom and write alot of letters and papers. His class is based on meditation and somewhat of ENC. No midterm. No final. Hes also super funny! If you want to actually learn and be productive I recommend taking him.
If you're looking for a sign of which English class to take, this is it, take him. You will not find a better Professor. Just log onto Zoom, do the easy assignment, and enjoy his class. Homework is about once a week, NO MIDTERM, NO FINAL. Group work in the beginning and then no more, it's a piece of cake. He's the only person that is excited at 7AM
Homework heavy class but, very lenient with grading. You can resubmit assignments with poor grades.
This is the best English professor I have ever had. His give a lot of homework, but its easy work and would give you PLENTY OF TIME TO DO IT!! . NO TEST. NO TEXTBOOK NEEDED !!! :D
He gives a lot of homework but plenty of time. He made us buy his book and we had to read and summarize each part. 2 in-class essays (50 minutes) about the film "Moonlight". 25% of our grade is the final essay, which has to be about a very personal experience. A lot of group projects, one interview essay with a partner and a group essay.
Great style of learning and support from the professor. Assigns work with enough time and explanation. Learned many different forms of dialogue in writing. Always available to help when you need it most.
Easy A. There are no textbook, tests, or quizzes. He gives a lot of feedback, and the assignments require you to pay attention. If you want to be lazy, this isn't the class for you. Sometimes he assigns a lot, but I would always get it all done in 2 hours. Highly recommend! He's pretty cool (:
He's very respectful and gives ample time for students to complete assignment that aren't long to do.
Carlos Gonzalez was my first English teacher in MDC. I loved him, he was my favorite teacher that semester and i'll always remember him. He truly cares about you and your mental health. He has a book that he created and you read it and create summaries on it and they're graded. 40% Of your grade is a final essay.
Had him as a blended class and man he sucked. Hr gives lost of projects that aren't even graded, his assignments are very vague and hes quite politically driven. There are no letter grades, only what grade he thinks you should have.
If you're going to take him, just know he gives a lot of assignments per week. Lots of reading and watching films as well as listening to podcasts and notes for everything, done in a specific manner. It didn't really feel like an English class, it felt more like a History course. He is nice, but the assignments are tedious as well as vague.
The class itself is very easy. But it doesn't feel like an English class. A lot of meditation ago, he sent us to watch a lot of movies and take specific notes. It only gives a grade to assignments that say they are worth some percentage. I did essays, projects, notes and none of them got a grade. keep in mind that you are not going to learn ENC.
I don't think he's a good English teacher but I do feel like he will be better as a Wellness Instructor since his lectures. Literally he will go on and on about self love and yoga. He will have assignments where you posted something everyday or journal everyday about you guessed it "wellness", nothing really about english.
He is a very calm and understanding professor!! i really liked him
Professor Gonzales is a very tough grader, he assigns a lot of homework weekly. Assignments are not so hard but they will definitely take up a lot of your time, and he is not very clear with the instructions regarding the assignments.
Professor Gonzalez is not your usual professor, he focused a lot on mental health and being aware of how you feel which is great especially since collage can be so overwhelming as a freshman. There was no exam for his class but we would read a lot and get in groups and discuss the personal stuff we would write.
Gonzalez is the best Professor from the English department. If you are in the Honors College take his class if honors, if you do a regular class being an honors student he will do a contract with you with easy assignments. Interesting talkings and projects. Easiest english class.
Professor Gonzalez is an amazing professor, but he does have a few cons. Although his class is easy, you get lots of busy work. Lots of essays, and lots of participation. He's all about wellness, so prepare to meditate and talk about your emotions and feelings and even trauma you have an endured. Plus side is there is no midterm or final! 8/10!
Be ready to write. Professor Gonzalez is a patient person and his lessons are quiet and relaxing, but he pretends a lot from his students. I will definitely take his class again.
Professor Gonzales is very funny and makes the lectures very interesting. I never expected an English class to be so dynamic and to have such a good environment between my classmates and professor. There is an incredible amount of homework but if you manage your time properly (one activity per day) you will do great.
Professor Gonzalez brings a unique approach to ENC1101, focusing heavily on mental well-being and self-reflection. While the workload can be heavy, his engaging lectures and lack of exams make the class quite manageable. I found Unstuckstudy ai to be a helpful tool alongside the course materials.
His class is very different from most English classes and he is very focused on mental health and well-being. That being said, be prepared to have multiple writing assignments and readings for homework. However, you don't have to worry about your grade in this class, if you do your work it's impossible to fail. I would definitely recommend.
Amazing teacher, not a normal english professor. Brings a new modern approach to the class that made it enjoyable to participate. Highly encourage participation because he will help you if he sees you trying. Assignments can be difficult but he gives great feedback. Don't not choose another english teacher. Attendance is graded but not by much.
The teacher is super good, excellent classes and very dynamic
He is the best
The professor Gonzalez demonstrates exceptional knowledge of English literature and language. Their lectures are well-structured, engaging, and intellectually stimulating. They provide clear feedback and genuinely care about students' academic growth. This has been one of the most enriching classes I've taken.He is amazing.
He is very caring and he enjoys teaching
am pleased to write this letter of recommendation for Professor Carlos Gonzales, who was my English teacher and made a strong impact on my academic development. He is an excellent educator with a deep knowledge of the English language and a genuine passion for teaching.
im just gonna start off if you don't want to do a lot of work, this class isn't for you. great english professor who really cares about mental health. he's not a typical english teacher. i respect his work. i learned alot in his class overall i'd give the class a 5. it could be worst in all honesty. i wouldn't WANT TO take his class again
I really enjoyed taking Enc1101 and 2 with him he really helped me figure things out in my life and was an amazing english teacher
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