4.4

Carlton Downey

English - Houston Community College (all campuses)

4.4
Quality
1.5
Difficulty
90%
Would Retake
172
Reviews
4.4
Quality
1.5
Difficulty
4.3
Helpful
4.5
Clarity

90%

Would Retake

172

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Rating Distribution
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What Students Say

its not my best subject but i did the work and passed with an A

1301 - 3.0 rating

He's a bit of a silent professor but fair and great at grading

ENGL2311 - 4.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

48%

Textbook Required

52%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

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Predicted Grade

A+

95% confidence
Based on 66 grades
Most common grades:
A+ (32)
A (20)
A- (8)
Grade Distribution
A(52)B(1)C(0)D(0)F(0)A-/B+(13)
Based on 69 reported grades
A+: 32
A: 20
A-: 8
B+: 5
Common Tags
Caring (19)
Respected (19)
Gives good feedback (16)
Clear grading criteria (15)
Hilarious (13)
Graded by few things (6)
Amazing lectures (6)
Participation matters (4)
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Ratings by Course

ENG

5.0

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ENGLISH1301

5.0

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TECHWRITING

5.0

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ENGLISH

5.0

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1301ONLINE

5.0

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ENG1301ONLINE

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ENGL2301

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ENG1303

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ENGL1303

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ENG1302

1.7

Reviews (172)
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ENG
Apr 4, 2005

No Comments

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ENGL1301
Jun 27, 2005

His syllabus doesn't tell u N E thing about discussion grades then 1 day he decides to email 1 person N talk about discussion grades. when U email him to plead for help. He NEVER responds. If he does it takes years then the assignment is already due. If u take this class u prolly have to figure out everything on ur own cause he's always on vacation

5.0
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ENGLISH1301
May 30, 2005

I took him online. He was very helpful and gave me good advice on writing my essays. He answered my emails promptly with good feedback. I highly recommend Mr. Downey.

5.0
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ENGL1301
May 4, 2005

Downey was so cool, he made this subject fun to learn and he's young so he related to us very well. I highly recommend Downey.

5.0
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TECHWRITING
Aug 23, 2005

we`re all grown! a lot of aggies will be with you in the summer for sure! TAKE IT TAKE IT TAKE IT!!!!!!!!!!! The way distance ed should be!!!!!!!!!!!

2.0
1.0
ENG1301ONLINE
Aug 4, 2005

His work was very easy. Seem like he on vacation alot though.

5.0
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ENGLISH1301
Sep 15, 2005

he is one of the greatest teacher I ever had

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ENGL1301
Oct 16, 2005

Mr. Downey is a great teacher who cares about his students and pushes you to learn and think more than you have ever before. While he is totally professional and caring, he is easy to look at also.

5.0
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ENGLISH
Sep 16, 2005

a very cool teacher...explains everything and helps a lot when you dont understand. I really recommend this teacher.

5.0
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ENGLISH1302
May 17, 2006

Do all your aasignemnts and you'll do fine. very fair with his grading.

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ENGL2311
Dec 9, 2005

One of the worst online classes ever. Nearly every document in the webCT was pieced together from previous semesters with dates and deadlines reflecting as such. Amazingly he managed to get through the semester only communicating to the class once and without responding to my emails. This guy might be awesome in class, but gets an "F" online.

5.0
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ENGLISH1302
May 17, 2006

This professor is great very intelligent man. Makes class very interesting. He is awsome i really enjoyed his class Do all your assignments and you wiil get an A.

5.0
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ENGL1301
Jun 4, 2006

I couldn’t of asked for a better teacher (chose him you will not regret it)!!!!!!!

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1301ONLINE
Aug 11, 2006

I loved him!!!! He is a great teacher. The topics for the essays are interesting to write about. He is a very easy grader! I am horrible with writing and i managed to get a high A! Take him!!!!!!!!!!

5.0
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ENGL1302
Aug 29, 2006

Awesome teacher and tries to help you save a few bucks if you can! He keeps the class light & very entertaining! :D

5.0
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ENGLISH1301
Aug 15, 2006

Pretty easy and fair. Do all your assignments and communicate w/him if you need to turn in a late assignment. He is very helpful and interested in his students learning. I highly recommend him.

5.0
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ENGL1301
Oct 18, 2006

No Comments

5.0
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ENGL1301
Dec 1, 2006

Carlton is a great prof. that cares about his students. There is NO way you can fail his class if you give a little bit of an effort. The guy gave me an A with the least of my efforts. I highly recommend him for anyone who hates or sucks at writing. He will make you a better writer without you even knowing what hit you.

5.0
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ENGL1301
Dec 16, 2006

MR. DOWNEY IS A GREAT TEACHER!! HE TEACHES REALL GOOD AND GIVES YOU GOOD WRITTING STRATIGIES!! I RECOMMEND EVERYONE TO TAKE HIS CLASS BECAUSE HE IS A GOOD TEACHER AND HIS CLASS IS EASY AND YOU ACTUALLY LEARN. HE HELPS YOU FIND REALL GOOD WRITTING TOPICS!

5.0
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ENGLENGL
Dec 22, 2006

Mr Downey is a very nice teacher for english if you want a good english take mr downey

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ENG1312
May 7, 2007

GREAT PROFESSOR, VERY EASY CLASS

5.0
1.0
ENG0310
May 9, 2007

Dr. Downey is a great professor and he has a great sense of humor.

5.0
1.0
ENGL1301
May 25, 2007

Easy internet class

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ENGL1301
May 9, 2007

Very Good Teacher!

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ENGL0310
Jul 11, 2007

Dr. Downey is a very nice an funny professor. His work is not very hard, but not too easy either. If you give him your best, it will pay-off with your grades.

5.0
2.0
ENGL2301
May 30, 2007

No Comments

4.0
1.0
ENGL2311
Jun 29, 2007

I took this class online, his lecture, chapter, and other handouts were helpful. The course was self explanatory for the most part. He did not get back to students with grades or feedback, so if you're a poor writer take it in person. Easy class though besides the no feedback, but I was a good writer before I took it.

5.0
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ENGL1301
Jul 31, 2007

this teacher is the bomb, I took him for summer 2007(5 wk.)& no problem. very funny person, keeps u laughing. easy A & we wrote 3 papers only. he explains good and you really learn. he is very smart.

4.0
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ENGL1301
Jan 12, 2008

GOOD TEACHER VERY EASY ASSIGNMENTS!ACCEPTS LATE WORK!!THATS ALWAYS A PLUS IF YOU ARE BUSY AND MISS AN ASSIGNMENT.I TOOK THIS CLASS ONLINE.IF YOU HAVE A PRETTY BUSY SCHEDULE AND KNOW HOW TO WRITE I RECOMMEND YOU TAKE IT ONLINE WITH THIS PROFFESOR.BUT IF YOU HAVE ABSOLUTELY NO WRITING SKILLS DNT WASTE YOU TIME OR YOUR MONEY TAKE IT IN PERSON

5.0
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ENGL0310
Jan 14, 2008

i DONT THINK ANYONE COULD BE DUMB ENOUGH TO NOT PASS THIS CLASS... ITS EASY! I LOVED IT! DEF. NOT A STRESSFUL CLASS! CARLTON IS NICE N FUNNY AND ALWAYS HAS A STORY TO TELL.

4.0
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COMP1302
Jan 27, 2008

all i can say is take this man for english. he gives you the help along with his tutors to write an effective paper.Very enthusiastic and comical instructor, and not to forget to mention, "nice to look at"!Took him for the mini and well worth it.The only c/o i have is that I would have loved to receive feedback on my papers,however, I made my A!

5.0
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ENGLI1301
Apr 8, 2008

I TOOK HIS CLAS ONLINE HE WOULDNT GIVE ANY FEEDBAKC BUT U HAVE NOTHING TO WORRY ABOUT HE IS A GREAT AWESOME FUNNY TEACHER THAT YOU MAKE AN EASY A ON HIS CLASS JUST DO UR WORK..

5.0
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ENGL1302
May 16, 2008

the best teacher. Carlton is very funy and nice. he understand where everybody is coming from.

4.0
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ENGL1301
May 27, 2008

he does not appear online regularly to reply e mails. but he is a good teacher and when he finnaly replys the mail he helps out.

5.0
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ENGL1301
May 1, 2008

I took his class online and there was basically no communication from him. Didn't answer emails, calls, etc. Just do your work and you will do just fine!

4.0
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ENGL2311
Jul 20, 2008

Work semi-easy. No communication or feedback. Grades are not returned promptly. ex.the semester is coming to an end, I have completed 4 out of 6 assignments, only 2 grades.

4.0
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ENGL1301
Aug 11, 2008

Mr. Carlton is the bomb. I took him for the summer (10 wks) and I made an A. We had 6 essays to write but they were very simple essays. Midterm and Final is essays. You have to take this man. This is the easiest A you can get if you do the work.

5.0
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ENG1302
Dec 22, 2008

He is a great teacher-online class Comp II. Just have his tutors look over paper for help. He will respond to emails if you have questions on papers. Great teacher!! He wants students to succeed.

5.0
1.0
ENGL1301
Aug 27, 2008

I took him online just 6 essays n i got A.You dont need any book, TAKE HIM HIGHLY RECOMENDED!!!

5.0
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ENGL1302
Nov 11, 2008

he is the best teacher I LOVE HIM TOOOOO MUCH :D

5.0
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ENGL1301
Dec 23, 2008

Awesome teacher. He's quick to answer all questions. He provides helpful suggestions. Definitely take any class he teaches.

5.0
4.0
ENGL1301
Jan 3, 2009

Prof. Downey is slow in response to emails. But this was an easy class-3 assignments and 1 final. If you read the essays you will get a good grad.

5.0
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ENGL2311
Dec 27, 2008

Great teacher. Very helpful. The assaignments were easy. You had to write four memos, instructions, and a resume. Easy A. However, I should have taken the class in person because you don't get your papers back with corrections or comments.

5.0
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ENGL1302
Jan 22, 2009

I took him for the Fall Mini-term, & I made an "A". This class is super easy !!! Downey is an amazing teacher, Highly Recommend :]

5.0
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ENGL1302
Jan 21, 2009

this guy is one of the best things that has ever happened to HCC, he is very jovial, understanding and very lenient.......take him if u can, he is wonderful......i took his class during mini term and i had an A

5.0
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ENGL1301
Mar 11, 2009

hes awesome, easy, funny, kool class

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ENGL2311
May 6, 2009

wks one & two: 2 memos, wks three & four: 2 pgs memo, then you will do a resume, instrustion paper, proposal, and another report. He gives you all the info you will need to get a A in class. Took online, he teaches A LOT of classes so his comm is off but dont worry he grades fare. Think I will get an A. so far I have received an 90, 94, 90, 93...

4.0
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ENGL2311
Mar 24, 2009

The deal is 5 or 4 assignments he take too long to grade, but dont worry about it, when he does you will be happy, a very fair grader Pro I ever had. Take his class if you want to watch ball on the weekend!!!!!11

5.0
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ENGL1301
May 7, 2009

take himm....u got A and B....good professor, the paper is so easy...

4.0
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ENGL1301
Aug 12, 2009

Highly recommenede:) Easy A

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ENGL1302
Dec 12, 2009

easyyyy teacher. lets you turn in work late. his work is not hard at all, and really helpful. i enjoyed his class.

5.0
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ENG1301
Nov 7, 2009

AWESOME!

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1.0
ENGL2311
Dec 15, 2009

Took it online. Super easy A.

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ENGL1302
Dec 22, 2009

he is sooooooooooooooooooooooooo eassssssssssssssssssyyyyyyyyyyyy. just do 3 essays and 1 research paper (3 pages) n u'll get A. No matter what u write. just submit papers and have A

5.0
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ENGL1301
Jan 11, 2010

He's super easy and funny. Let's you turn in late work and he is easy on the grading. If you need help he will gladly explain things to you.

5.0
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ENGLI1301
May 13, 2010

please which campus can i do this class for summer.thanks

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COMP1301
Apr 5, 2010

He is awesome I been trying to get pass 1301 for years and i was able to do so by taking this class...he is so caring and helpful...need more teachers like him

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ENG2311
May 9, 2010

Can someone please tell me which campus he teaches in? I am trying to get into one of his classes for the summer. Thank you.

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ENGL2342
Jun 8, 2010

Easy A, Best teacher in the whole wide world. If you cant make an A in Carlton's class. You need serious prayers man.

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ENGL1301
May 13, 2010

Hope he stays in HCC forever. Really good teacher. Easy A........

5.0
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ENGL1302
Aug 13, 2010

Prof Downey is EASY, very slow with grading, he gives you different topics to write on and links to help with your writing..I WILL BE TAKING HIM FOR LITERATURE

5.0
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ENGL1301
Aug 11, 2010

I took him not only for 1301 also for 1302 and 2342.... I liked him, yes he is easy. For me he made me like to write he did not force anything out. Gave different options. Awesome

5.0
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TECH2311
Dec 21, 2010

omg... smgh he is the truth. lemme translate EASY AS EASY GETS. take him or you will regret it

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ENGL0305
Apr 19, 2011

man he is awesome professor!! way to go Mr. Downey :) I recommend him to everyone!!

4.0
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ENGL1301
May 5, 2011

i took the online course it is really easy,no books needed, our grade comes from only 4 essays and that is it.but, he does take a while to give you your grade..it is kinda hard to get in touch with him so try to get along with the people in your class they come out to be great help. i do recommend him

5.0
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ENGL1301
Jun 7, 2011

I have taken Prof Downey for 1302, 1302 & I'm currently taking him for 2311.Im pretty much a scholastic stalker when it comes to the man. This is THE easiest class you will EVER take. I posted my final to the wrong place online & he allowed me to email it to him. If its stress free learning you're looking for, sign up w/Prof Downey, STAT!

5.0
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ENGL1302
Jun 8, 2011

Stop saying he's easy because you do indeed have to write 4 essays that takes critical thinking. Awesome Professor!

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ENGL1302
Jun 12, 2011

Come on! I took him for the mini session. This was the LEAST stressful class I have ever had in my LIFE! YES, IT WAS EASY! If you are in college you should be able to pull off a 5 paragraph essay. Write your 5 paragraphs, review it, submit it! BAM A! I took it online done within 3 weeks. I didn't have time to sit in an English class. Chile please.

5.0
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ENGL1301
Jun 8, 2011

OMG Best profesor ever!! Hey if you don't put time into your assignemts to turn them in its your lost!! But just follow his instructions and you will be happy as you can be with no regrets!! Made an A in his class!! & if you are trying to sing up in his Engl class, Hurry cause his classes get full very fast!!

5.0
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EN1301
Sep 17, 2011

Great teacher, very intellegent, and very understanding with every student. enroll A.S.A.P. Ray :))

5.0
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ENG1303
Nov 10, 2011

Best teacher I've EVER had. Incredibly funny, tells great stories, knows how to make the material incredibly understandable by using real life examples, and he's super easy to talk to! Not many assignments, but they're pretty easy if you know how to write (YOU SHOULD by now!). I wish there was a professor like this in EVERY subject! Take him now!

5.0
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ENGL1301
Nov 16, 2011

He is the best! Took him for 1301 and 1302.

5.0
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ENGL1301
Nov 16, 2011

He is the best! Took him for 1301 and 1302. Class fills up very quick. Very understanding and helpful.

4.0
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ENGL1301
Mar 6, 2012

He is so funny. Love going to his class. Less work. Very understanding.

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ENGL2311
May 14, 2012

he is good, i never met him person. i took his 2311 class online, i made an A..just exactly what he wants yu to do and turn in your homework on time. yu ll be good

5.0
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ENGL1302
May 16, 2012

This guy makes English very easy and I love this class

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ENGL1302
Dec 9, 2012

Is an easy B for a class. Took an online class and he literally didn't grade any work until the final week and gave no feedback. So there's no way of correcting your mistakes to get a higher grade. Easy, but not for you if you actually want to get better at English.

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ENGL1302
Dec 17, 2012

He did not require a textbook for the online class. We were required to do 4 essays , it took him a while to return the grades I made a A on the first two papers but have not received my last two grades but I'm getting an A. He never emailed me back about anything. Overall a easy class only requirement is to meet deadlines.

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ENGL1302
Apr 3, 2013

May seem easy but not. This professor is so lazy that he does not grade assignments on time. He lets them pill up and probably rush through them. No comments on the grades as to help the student know what to improve on. Completing a Class is not just all about grades, it also has something to with knowledge. I will definitely not recommend him.

3.0
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ENGL1304
Jan 9, 2013

Professor is funny, makes class enjoyable not a tough grader, pretty open guy.

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ENGLISH1302
May 1, 2013

He does take forever to grade papers, as previously commented, but the 4 papers you write are over interesting subjects and super easy. I turned in a paper a few days late due to my son being sick and still got an 85.....

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ENG1302
May 7, 2013

TERRIBLE prof. perhaps the worst prof i have ever had. doesn't grade anything till the last minute with NO feedback. to me, it seems as though he didnt even read any of his students' essays & gave them all B's so long they meet the page requirements and turned it in on time. as a straight A student, I am NOT satisfied.

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ENGL1301
Apr 3, 2013

I regret from taking him at online. Sorry, I did not received grades on assignment. Regret myself from taking his class.

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ENG1301
Dec 7, 2013

This class was a great welcome to my already busy school/work life. Four papers given, great and diverse topics to choose from. Complete papers ahead of time and class is no worries!

5.0
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ENGL2311
Aug 4, 2013

Class straight to the point, made an (A). Do your assignments ahead of time you won't have a problem. Sign up for his class early or you'll miss out. If you have questions, email him and he will get back to you.

5.0
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ENGL1302
Nov 21, 2013

Take online class. only 4 essays. That's all. Not assignment,no quiz, not test. No need text book, just read the source she gave online.

5.0
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ENG1302
Dec 30, 2013

Easy course with 3 papers and 1 research paper. All the subjects on papers are very interesting topics. Easy A.

3.0
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ENGL1301
Dec 29, 2013

EASY A! If you are the kind that wants critical feedback on your work, you've picked the wrong teacher. HOWEVER, if you're loaded with other classes, this is the way to go. Perfect for the busy student who can knock of an essay in an hour. As long as it's on time, it's pretty much an A!!

5.0
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ENGL1301
Jan 5, 2014

easy class. laid back professor. highly recommended. i'm not a bookworm but this class was cake. easy A!!!!

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1.0
ENGLISH1302
Grade: A-
May 15, 2014

Excellent professor . Although it takes a while to receive you grades on your essays, it's worth waiting for. If you want to get a good grade , this is the professor I would recommend you take. All you have to do is turn them in on time. 4 essays all you have to do including the research paper. Topics are interesting

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ENGL2311
May 12, 2014

This course was super easy! deadlines were clear... didn't have to write an essay it was more like ppts and other short type writing things. He was open to help. Easy A!

3.0
2.0
ENG1301
Grade: A
Dec 4, 2014

Super easy, just do your work obviously. He's great and no stress.

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ENGL1302
Aug 1, 2014

WARNING:I just finished this class. The worst of worst professors in HCC, class is 100% on your own. Instructions/expectations not clear. No book/handouts, just essay assignments. Never expect communication/replies from Downey. Had to contact the dept chair/SE to make prof. respond. Didn't learn anything. Not sure he even reads the essay. Keep off!

3.0
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1301
Grade: A+
Jan 14, 2015

As long as you turn in your assignments on time, and do the essays its an easy A! i recommend you take this teacher if you struggle with English. its not my best subject but i did the work and passed with an A! definitely taking for 1302

5.0
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ENG1304
Grade: A
Jul 24, 2015

Professor Downey is HILARIOUS! I enjoyed taking him. He often extends due dates! He's the best.

4.0
1.0
ENGL2311
Grade: A
Dec 19, 2014

Took online. At first was a bit confused cause he took a bit to post assignments. He's a bit of a silent professor but fair and great at grading. He is a professor that Id take for any subject,easy. Do your assignments w effort and it'll pay off. I was late and he took no points. SUPR EASY A. PATIENCE, but worth it! Take to ace, save$ and boost gpa

5.0
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1301
Grade: A+
Aug 4, 2015

professor downey by far is one of the greatest teachers alive(o)... he cares about what he teaches and who he teaches, he also lets you sit in on another class and do homework..

4.0
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1301
Aug 23, 2015

Like others said, if you want an easy A this professor is the one to choose. This class was based on 4 essays, as long as you do the essays you will pass.

5.0
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ENGL1301
Nov 2, 2015

By Far My Favorite Teacher!

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1.0
EN1301
Grade: A+
Jan 4, 2016

Greatest teacher!! Hands down.

5.0
1.0
ENGL1302
Grade: A+
Jan 11, 2016

his class was the easiest class ever. easy A

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ENG1302
Grade: A+
Jan 16, 2016

Professor Downey is the best! He states in the syllabus that he does not accept late work, but if you communicate with him, he'd make an exception. He doesn't require the textbook because he will give you the readings. He's an easy grader, because I'm more than certain I should've gotten a C in his class! I ended up with a 98! Take him!!

5.0
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COMP1301
Feb 29, 2016

Great

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1.0
EN1301
Grade: B+
Mar 29, 2016

he is awesome if u don't take him you are missing out big time

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3.0
ENG1302
Grade: A+
Apr 26, 2016

He was really clear on what he want and gave a lot of resources to guide us , he was vry helpful

5.0
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ENG1301
Grade: Not sure yet
May 4, 2016

First off, he is hilarious! I had him as a hybrid class so I didn't get to see him often but I wish I could because he always made me laugh. This was an easy A kind of class. He doesn't bury you with homework and assignments which actually saved me because other classes did. I wish I could take him next semester but I think he is leaving southeast.

5.0
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ENG1301
Grade: A
May 12, 2016

Wonderful professor. Not wait your time. He like to give homework online. 4 essays and 1 final essays. He doesn't request his students write excellently, but he wants us to know how write a full college essay. Easy get A.

3.0
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ENG1301
Grade: B
May 16, 2016

I took his class and everything was going well till i got shocked at the end of the semester. eagle online had my final grade as 96.5, we did three essays which i got 99, 97 and 95. so how that translates to a B is beyond me. His explanation, the essays carry different weights. complete waste of my time and effort. DO NOT TAKE!!

5.0
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ENG1302
Grade: A+
May 16, 2016

Great teacher!

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ENGL1301
May 16, 2016

I took this class online. Professor is very silent. Just dumps the assignments online and grades them at the last minute of the semester. you can never be sure what grade you will get nor do you learn from previous corrections until you get shocked at the end.

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ENGL1302
Grade: A
May 17, 2016

This class is completely by yourself. Which would of been fine if he graded our work. I didn't get a single grade until after the semester was over. I still ended up with an A, but I had no idea how I was doing in the class the entire time. If you are okay with being in the dark, then take him. Otherwise find someone else.

3.0
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ENGL1302
Grade: A-
May 17, 2016

4 essays, 3 reading assignments. SUPER EASY. I turned in 2 essays about a month late and still got an A. He might not answer your emails within a timely matter, however if you complete the work that has been given you will do fine. TAKE THIS CLASS NOW!

4.0
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ENGL1303
Grade: A-
Jul 4, 2016
Would take again

Great teacher! would def take again:)

5.0
2.0
ENGL1302
Grade: A
Jul 11, 2016
Wouldn't take again

He is a quiet professor; Frustrating to know you're in the dark all the time, but if you complete the work and put forth a little effort, an A is attainable. 4 essays. and a few other assignments that are not too hard. Doesn't give any feedback, but regardless got 95 on all assignments. Easy class, easy essays, take if you need an easy A!

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ENG1301ONLINE
Aug 2, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Lecturer is silent, no feedback on essays, he just dumps your scores on you at the deadline......i might as well just bought a text book and taught myself....I don't know if he actually read my essays.

5.0
1.0
ENG1302
Grade: A-
May 22, 2017
Would take again

EASY ASSIGNMENTS (4 PAPERS), EASY PROFESSOR & EASY GRADE

Clear grading criteria
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
Caring
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1.0
ENGL1302
Grade: A
May 26, 2017
Would take again

4 papers & 3 discussions, easy A. Highly Recommend him, he is an easy grader as well. TAKE THIS CLASS IF YOU WANT A FREE "A"

Respected
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
2.0
COMP1302
Jul 11, 2017
Would take again

Available for questions; Clear and concise grading criteria. Responds timely to emails. Grades received in a timely manner; Do your assignments according to the Rubrics and no problems

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
5.0
2.0
ENGL1301
Grade: B+
Nov 4, 2017
Would take again

The best professor i have taken just stop looking and take this one i promise you will love him

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
1.0
ENG2311
Grade: A+
May 7, 2018
Would take again

EASY EASY EASY! Take this class you wont regret it!! Such an easy A! Just do the little weekly assignments and your guaranteed an A! 1 assignment a week and a few power points and short essays. Take him you wont regret it!

Respected
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
Caring
5.0
2.0
ENGL2311
Grade: A+
Jul 9, 2018
Would take again

Professor Downey is a blessing. Initially, I became skeptical upon how the online class was going to work. And through Spring 2018, I managed to come out with a 95. Only minor issue is that he will never reply back to your messages. In addition, he does grade assignments at the last minute. Take note of that. Regardless, HIGHLY RECOMMENDED FOR ALL.

Gives good feedback
2.0
1.0
ENG1302
Grade: A
Jul 25, 2018
Would take again

I took Professor Downey's class during the summer 5-week class and he was very quiet. No emails or anything but there were 4 essays, 1 each week. The topics were interesting enough and although I didn't know any of my grades in this class till it was over, I managed to make a high A. Very easy class even though the prof is non responsive.

4.0
2.0
ENG1301
Grade: B+
Nov 7, 2018
Would take again

He was a recommendation which I don't regret taking it. I took him online, first class online and he was very easy. He's a quiet person, doesn't grade the essays right away and no feedback either. If you take him online, there's 2 discussions, and 4 essays. Not very hard to be honest. If you're looking for a challenging professor, this is not it.

Respected
Participation matters
5.0
1.0
ENGL1301
Grade: A+
Dec 11, 2018
Would take again

Best english teacher I've ever had, I highly recommend him. He's hilarious and always has good stories to tell. Only 4 papers over the course of the semester, very easy grader.

Hilarious
Caring
2.0
4.0
ENGL1302
Dec 18, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Lazy teacher. Gives no direction on how you can improve so just do your work and hope for the best.

GRADED BY FEW THINGS
Tough Grader
Get ready to read
1.0
1.0
ENG1302
Grade: A+
Apr 16, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Prof Downey is not a very good professor. Doesnt reply email or whatsoever. Grading skill is very wack cos he uses turnit and one other site to check your grammar structure and whatever it gives as your point is what he gives to you. He grades last minute, no chance to improve when your grade is low as its final. Horrible!!!!

Tough grader
5.0
3.0
ENG1301ONLINE
Grade: A
May 14, 2019
Would take again

i took the online class, he understands people have lives outside of school . im a full time firefighter with a 2nd job and father of a young child returning to school in my 30s and was easily able to take his engl 1301. thanks for helping me achieve my goals! i hope to take more of his classes soon

Respected
Accessible outside class
Caring
4.0
3.0
ENGL1301
May 27, 2019
Would take again

This was an easy A. The only thing that bothered me with this class was that his Turnitin never worked and we had to constantly message him about it. I turned in an assignment a day late bc Turnitin was down and got points deducted. 4 essays all very easy to do. My advice would be: if Turnitin is down email him on canvas and his HCC email. CYA

5.0
1.0
ENG1301
Grade: A+
Aug 4, 2019
Would take again

He is the easiest class ever for English. He is very funny and lets you write on any topic depending on what it is and there is no pages minimum, as long as it's an intro, three body paragraph, and a conclusion you should be fine.

Hilarious
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
2.0
ENGL1301
Grade: A
Aug 12, 2019
Would take again

I took his online English class for the summer and never felt so relaxed. His instructions are clear and to the point. This class included a few discussions and about 4 essays, one due each week. He also provides videos and power points to help you throughout the process. Very understanding, I missed a deadline and he still took my essay in.

Respected
Participation matters
Caring
5.0
2.0
EN1301
Grade: A+
Jun 22, 2020
Would take again

Im so happy I took this professor! Take him if you can! His work isnt hard, hes lenient with his students, and hes hilarious! He makes what he wants in an essay very clear, is very understanding of his students, and isnt a tough grader. Would definitely recommend! This class is an easy A if you try!

Graded by few things
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
1.0
COMP1302
Grade: A
Jan 2, 2020
Would take again

I love this professor I took him for both 1301 and 1302 please TAKE HIM

Inspirational
Hilarious
Caring
1.0
3.0
ENG1302
Grade: B+
May 15, 2020
Wouldn't take again

4 short papers in total which i think he just gives whatever grade the software gives. offers no feedback . 4 peer edit reviews on your paper on DB. & 2 other ez assignments . class always had issues turning in stuff even on the due date bc there was no place to submit. when we would contact him, he never answered.u wont know ur grade til the end.

4.0
2.0
ENGL1301
Grade: A+
Aug 8, 2020
Would take again

Took him for spring 2020. Tells interesting stories about his life, gives you amazing feedback when grading papers.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
ENGL2311
Grade: A
Aug 24, 2020
Would take again

Clear instructions and Powerpoint. The assignments and papers are not too difficult. The only problem is that you won't see your grade and feedback until the last day of instruction! However, he's an easy grader so just put some efforts into your works and you'll be fine. Take this class if you want an easy A.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Caring
5.0
2.0
ENG1301
Grade: A-
Jul 28, 2020
Would take again

I did not have much interaction with this professor. However, I would definitely take him again. This class was an easy A. Just write your papers and turn them in on time. There were 4 papers and a "lights, camera, action" introduction project that took me like 20 minutes to do. TAKE HIM!

5.0
1.0
EN1301
Grade: A+
Oct 27, 2020
Would take again

Please take this class if you want an easy A. He assigns discussion post and 4 essays. Easy class not a tough grader

Respected
Clear grading criteria
5.0
1.0
ENG1302
Grade: A+
Nov 9, 2020
Would take again

4 papers due, couple of papers due at the beginning of class

Respected
Get ready to read
So many papers
5.0
2.0
1301ONLINE
Grade: A+
Dec 17, 2020
Would take again

I took Professor Downey in Comp I. He was AWESOME. If you do your work, you will pass. It is an easy A class. I had some personal unexpected things happen to me during the semester and I messaged him. He gave me extensions. Super caring and understanding.

Caring
5.0
2.0
ENG1302
Grade: A-
Jan 12, 2021
Would take again

Very good class overall. He gives good feedback and provides good topics to write about. I failed my first Eng-1302 class but passed with flying colors taking his class. Although it was a minimester I was still able to pass with a (A-). Thanks Professor Downey.

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
1.0
ENGL1301
Grade: A+
May 10, 2021
Would take again

Easy grader and very respectful. Had things come up before an essay so he gladly gave me an extension.

Respected
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
1.0
ENG1301
Grade: A+
Aug 8, 2021
Would take again

Easy class. I failed 1301 my first year and he made it so much easier this go around. All you have to do is the work he provides and is very understanding if you miss a deadline.

4.0
3.0
ENGL1301
Dec 3, 2021
Would take again

Pretty chill teacher maybe too chill though as it took a while for him to grade things (still waiting) but overall an easy class if youre not good at English.

5.0
2.0
ENGL1301
Mar 1, 2022
Would take again

Easiest English teacher at HCC. 4 easy papers due, and a few discussions every week. Id recommend him over any teacher.

5.0
3.0
ENGL1302
Grade: Not sure yet
May 11, 2022
Would take again

Professor Downey is one of the best English professors I have had. He's very generous in grading papers if you do the work and try your best. Let's you choose the topic you're going to write about.

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Respected
5.0
2.0
ENG1301
Grade: A+
May 13, 2022
Would take again

Lenient, informative lecture, very knowledgeable on the subject, offers lots of feed back, and helps students who struggle.

Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
Caring
5.0
2.0
ENG1302
Grade: A+
May 21, 2022
Would take again

Take this, professor! He gives good feedback, and he listens to the students. The assignments were easy, or well, in my opinion, it was. I went in person, and our class was so quiet. He teaches very well, and you should take this professor.

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Respected
5.0
2.0
ENGL1301
Aug 15, 2022
Would take again

Best English teacher I had, he grades late but is very generous. Easy A.

Respected
5.0
1.0
ENG1301
Grade: A
Oct 15, 2022
Would take again

Dr. Downey is definitely a professor I'd recommend if you're looking for a less stressful course. There is a few writing assignments, and I took him for an online course over the summer, but he is very generous when grading his essays. His prompts are not very difficult either. 100% planning on taking him for 1302.

Graded by few things
5.0
1.0
ENGL2311
Grade: A+
Oct 19, 2022
Would take again

Everything was easy to follow and do. Yes it's true that you won't see your grades until the end of the semester. So, do yourself a favor and enroll to his class, free stress, and just turn your assignments on time. In fact, you'll get plenty time to complete them, he's an excellent grader, just be patient and hang in there. You won't regret it.

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
5.0
1.0
ENG1302
Grade: B+
Dec 17, 2023
Would take again

He is a great teacher. I took the mini-course. His feedback was always nice and upbeat and overall pretty chill. Lenient with late work, I got a 100 on something I turned in late. He has 3 major papers and a couple of discussions, he's straightforward. 10/10 would take him again.

Gives good feedback
Caring
Respected
5.0
1.0
ENG1301
Grade: A+
Jan 23, 2023
Would take again

Passed with an easy A. Literally the best English professor ever. He's very generous with grades, and accepts late work excuses. Would take him again for sure.

Clear grading criteria
Inspirational
Hilarious
5.0
1.0
ENG1301ONLINE
Grade: A+
Mar 21, 2023
Would take again

This man was the holy grail of my first semester. Easy 100 class. He gives broad essays you can write anything about. The assignmets leading up to the essays are templates and outlines to help you write the essay. I love this man, helped my GPA so much. Didn't even give us a final.

Accessible outside class
5.0
1.0
ENG1302
Grade: A+
Aug 9, 2024
Would take again

Professor Downey was without a doubt the best professor I had during my time at HCC. He seems to love his subject and the lectures are interesting and engaging. Many students stopped attending class in person after a few weeks, but I truly got so much out of going to class and engaging. Lots of essays but not challenging, just don't procrastinate!

Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
Hilarious
5.0
2.0
ENG1301
Grade: A-
Nov 1, 2024
Would take again

Professor Downey is super lenient and makes ENG1301 a breeze. Just stay on top of the writing assignments and you'll likely get an easy A. I found Unstuck ai really helpful for prepping for his essay prompts - definitely check it out!

5.0
1.0
TECHWRITING
Grade: A+
Jul 13, 2024
Would take again

He doesn't really communicate unless spoken to, but his assignments are easy, you just have to read instructions well. His class overall is a get in get out scenario.

Get ready to read
So many papers
Caring
5.0
1.0
ENGL2311
Grade: A+
Nov 12, 2024
Would take again

Mr. Downey is the best and relaxed teacher I have met here at HCC, If I could take him for all my classes I would!

Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
Caring
5.0
2.0
ENG1301
Grade: A
Dec 6, 2024
Would take again

Great professor, his feedback was really helpful in improving writing quality. I do wish he would be more accessible via canvas messages when I had any inquiries. Grades consist of discussion posts, assignments, and three major papers.

Clear grading criteria
So many papers
Respected
3.0
1.0
ENGL1301
Grade: A
Dec 26, 2024

Very easy grader, he just takes forever to actually grade things. You won't get feedback on assignments in time to use that for your papers. Relies heavily on TurnItIn's grammar checker for grading.

So many papers
Graded by few things
5.0
1.0
ENG1301
Jan 10, 2025
Would take again

THE EASIEST A! Took his class as an online anytime had to write 4 major essays, topics were super easy, and we only had a few minor assignments and discussions, easy as well. Very lenient and understanding. He grades assignments really late though and sometimes you won't know your grade till the end of the course. Takes forever to respond as well.

5.0
2.0
ENG1301
Grade: A
Dec 16, 2024
Would take again

He's a really good professor. Gives you plenty of time to complete his assignments, which are all really easy and don't take too long. Assignments often lead up to the major papers (like write a thesis), there are four worth 65% Can sometimes take some time to grade assignments, but grades extremely fair. Sign up for this guy's class.

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
Graded by few things
5.0
1.0
1301
Grade: A
Apr 30, 2025
Would take again

He is such a fun Professor, he does talk A LOT about his private life but that makes him more like able. It is easy to improve your grades, he gives tons and good feedback, but he does take his time to grade it though. Would definitely take his classes again.

Hilarious
Respected
5.0
1.0
1301
Grade: A+
Feb 20, 2025
Would take again

Prof Carlton takes time to grade and when he grade he does it excellently I definitely recommend him for an easy A

Gives good feedback
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
1.0
ENGL2323
Grade: A+
Apr 30, 2025
Would take again

Incredibly fun story teller, always relating class subjects to anecdotes. Grades very late but easy.

Amazing lectures
Inspirational
Hilarious
5.0
1.0
ENGL1302
Grade: A
May 13, 2025
Would take again

This guy is simply amazing. This class is literally an easy A if you just do your work. He gives you plenty of time for the term papers and few discussions, which he grades very chill. It takes a while for him to grade the assignments, but he gives you free 100s anyway. Take him without even hesitating.

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
Graded by few things
5.0
2.0
ENG1302
Grade: A-
May 23, 2025
Would take again

Prof. Downey's class was very enjoyable. He's very charismatic, which makes it easy to be engaged during class. There are 3 papers, which are all easy as long as you listen to the instructions. There was no final, as the 3rd paper took its place.

Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
Respected
4.0
2.0
ENG1302
Grade: A
May 11, 2025
Would take again

Online(no lecture). 3 papers in total. 3 discussions at first then he added 4 more. all discussions are easy and done in less than half an hour. Bad responder to emails because he works part-time at HCC. Make sure you send emails to the full-time uni email he works at. Easy grader. Short course. Great Feedbacks. Unclear instructions for essays.

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
Graded by few things
5.0
1.0
ENG1302
Grade: A+
Aug 11, 2025
Would take again

Professor Downey is an excellent professor. I took his class online and everything was okay. He is a very respected and caring person. However, one thing about him is that he waits and gives the grades at the end of the semester. Additionally, it would be beneficial if the assignment instructions were clearer, but you can still manage it.

Caring
Respected
5.0
1.0
COMP1301
Grade: A+
Jul 8, 2025
Would take again

For an english class, this is the bare minimum amount of work you'd have. 3 straight-forward, chat-able essays, and easy assignments in between those. Takes a while to grade but just slaps 100s on each assignment if u j follow the simple instructions. Also turned in some late work twice (45 mins behind), and he didn't bat an eye. if u need it, TAKE

5.0
1.0
ENGL1301
Grade: A
Dec 16, 2025
Would take again

Definitely recommend. Very easy grader, doesn't bat an eye to late assignments. No final. You won't hear from him the entire semester and he does take some time to grade, but if you do the assignments there's no way for you to fail.

5.0
1.0
ENG2311
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 14, 2025
Would take again

I definitely recommend taking him, he is phenomenal! I am actually lost for words by how good he is.

Hilarious
Caring
Respected
5.0
1.0
ENG1302
Grade: A+
Dec 15, 2025
Would take again

Grades easy on the essays and all writing assignments. No finals. Does take some time to grade

Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
Hilarious
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