4.5

Charles Whipple

Sociology - Sacramento City College

4.5
Quality
1.6
Difficulty
92%
Would Retake
139
Reviews
4.5
Quality
1.6
Difficulty
4.5
Helpful
4.5
Clarity

92%

Would Retake

139

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Rating Distribution
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5

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What Students Say

Took him for SOC 300 & 321

SOC321 - 5.0 rating

Easy A, but you won't learn anything

SOC321 - 1.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

58%

Textbook Required

44%

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Based on 44 grades
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A+ (10)
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Grade Distribution
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Based on 46 reported grades
A: 24
A+: 10
B+: 8
B: 2
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Clear grading criteria (15)
Participation matters (12)
Caring (12)
Gives good feedback (10)
Respected (9)
Hilarious (8)
Get ready to read (6)
Amazing lectures (5)
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SOC

5.0

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SOCIOLOGY

5.0

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SOCSC300

5.0

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Difficulty by Course

SOC300INTRO

2.3

SOCSC300

2.0

SOCIO

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SOCIOLOGY300

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SOCIOLOGY321

2.0

Reviews (139)
5.0
1.0
SOC300
Oct 12, 2003

Want an A? Show up. You'll get it.

5.0
1.0
SOC
Nov 14, 2003

very simple. straight foward. little work.

5.0
1.0
SOC300
Feb 26, 2004

Easy, easy A. If you are really interested in sociology, you might be disappointed.

5.0
1.0
SOC321
Apr 7, 2004

he's a great teacher!

5.0
1.0
SOCIOLOGY
May 4, 2004

Great class. Take good notes 'cause thats what his tests are based on. All tests are T or F or multiple choice and he doesn't try to trick you. He just wants you to know and be able to apply the concepts.

4.0
1.0
SOC321
May 21, 2004

easy class, no out-of-class work, take-home final in essay form, lecture half the class time & class group discussion the other half.

5.0
2.0
SOCSC300
Jun 1, 2004

Excellent teacher! Simple tests that are based on notes, so make sure you take them. Occasionally takes attendance. You can tell he likes teaching. Pay attention and you will pass. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.

5.0
1.0
SOC321
Jun 30, 2004

He is an great teacher. And if your interested in sociology you won't be disappointed, he just goes about his teaching it differenty, that is much much better!

5.0
1.0
SOC321
Jul 10, 2004

Take note you will get A. No tricky questions on the test (True or false or multiple choices questions)

4.0
1.0
SOC310
Jul 14, 2004

Mr. Whipple is good teacher and I found he is very professional too. His classes is easy and interesting. All the test is easy and he is very open for any comments too. For better achievement, you have to pay more attendion for taking notes.

4.0
1.0
SOC310
Jul 14, 2004

Mr. Whipple is good teacher and I found he is very professional too. His classes is easy and interesting. All the test is easy and he is very open for any comments too. For better achievement, you have to pay more attendion for taking notes.

5.0
1.0
SOC300
Aug 17, 2004

Very easy class. He prepares you well for tests which are fairly simply anyway. Interesting discussions.

5.0
1.0
RACECLASS
Sep 12, 2004

very very very very easy class to get an A

5.0
1.0
SOC321
Dec 22, 2004

He is the best soc teacher at SCC and his lectures are awsome!!! His tests were multiple choice and the questions came straight from the study sheet he gives you in class. Easy A!!!

5.0
1.0
SOC300
Jan 24, 2005

great!!!!!!

5.0
1.0
AJ340
Jan 26, 2005

Easy: im lazy and i got an A. he teaches you everything in class so you dont have to study, you just listen, then you take a multiple choice test and get your A. Just add water.

4.0
2.0
SOCIO
Mar 12, 2005

this class is easy...show up everyday and yr guaranteed an A.he's passionate about what he teaches and it shows.he's cool to talk to,he's like one of the students.

3.0
1.0
SOC321
Apr 11, 2005

He seems interested in sociology, but his lectures are so dull. Class format is something like this: 15 minutes note taking/15 minute movie watching/45 minutes group discussion. His test are WAY easy. One of the easiest classes at SCC. Do not take it if you want to actually LEARN sociology. Easy A.

5.0
3.0
SOC321
Apr 15, 2005

I cant believe the # of people who said this class is "easy" and that you won't "learn" sociology. I am taking Soc 321 right now, and personally, I feel a bit insulted. Whipple teaches well, his lectures are interesting and different, and unless you are super-smart, this class is no breeze.

5.0
2.0
SOC300
Apr 23, 2005

I like him alot, his main interest is to get you to understand the concepts, not work u to death, which is how it should be, he is all about participation and understanding, a good instructor, does care and you will learn.

5.0
4.0
SOC300
May 10, 2005

Very good prof. Harder then i expexted. You need to take lots of lecture notes to do well on tests (all multiple choice)

5.0
1.0
SOC300INTRO
May 14, 2005

EVERYONE WHO READS THIS TAKE THIS GUY!YOU WON'T REGRET IT. People say the lec are boring but I think they weren't, they were very interesting. Although the tests are crazy easy (only if you listen to lec) you still learn a lot. I think I learn more in his class than if i would've taken a diff soc teacher and studied my butt off. Thanx Mr. W!

4.0
2.0
SOCIOLOGY300
May 17, 2005

Whipple is cool and laid back. His lectures and movies were very interesting. His tests were very easy because he pretty much gives you the test questions to take home & all you have to do is look up the answers and memorize them for the test. The group project @ the end of the semester is very easy and fun.

3.0
2.0
SOC321
Jul 23, 2005

This class was somewhat boring and fairly easy. There were a lot of group discussions and he gets side-tracked a lot. I got B's on all my tests and an A in the class, so that was nice. I'd reccomend him, if you don't have a habit of falling asleep in class.

4.0
1.0
SOC321
Aug 6, 2005

This class was easy as pie. Take him if you want a guarenteed A.

5.0
2.0
SOC321
Aug 11, 2005

Mr W is a really good teacher. he seemed reel intersted in the subject and was very helpful. The lectures are very intersting with a lot of intesting examples. i like how he uses current events as exampls. Tests are based more on lecture than book, so take a bunch of notes. Easy A? RU serious? I got a b.

5.0
1.0
SOC
Aug 31, 2005

Ive taken two of his classes; I received in A in both. Dont read the book really take notes and you'll have an easy ass A.

5.0
1.0
SOC324
Sep 2, 2005

by far the easiest instructor i've ever taken in my life...i showed up to class about half the time..never baught the book and still passed the class with an A...and the thing is...you still learn hella stuff...by far the best..

5.0
2.0
SOCIOLOGY300
Sep 3, 2005

No Comments

5.0
1.0
SOC300
Sep 6, 2005

great teacher, very interesting very laid back really makes u think

5.0
3.0
SOC321
Grade: B
Sep 8, 2005

Took this class over the summer. Too bad I was so distracted by how hot he is. Dreamy. Tests are straight from lecture and book. No funny stuff. Found out he's engaged, though. Too bad. Thought he would bump me up to an A, since I got an 89% in the class, but he didn't. Total babe, though. Mmmhmm.

4.0
1.0
SOC321
Oct 7, 2005

Whipple sometimes appears a bit distracted, and if you ask him questions that may cause a "stir" he won't answer your question, he will justify it by saying we will get back to the question. He writes like a 6th grader and class is a bit boring, but easy.

4.0
2.0
SOC300
Dec 3, 2005

The class itself is super easy. All test questions come from the book and movies are shown often.

5.0
2.0
SOC321
Dec 19, 2005

Mr whipple is perhaps the most cool teacher ever. Extremly laid back the work isnt easy but if you read , theres no reason you shouldnt pass any test. Very approachable will talk at length after class about subject. Great if you want to learn and relax.

4.0
1.0
SOC300
Dec 22, 2005

Whipple's class was pretty easy. The guy is pretty laid back and the tests aren't that hard if you do the study guides he gives, which are easy as well. We did alot of group work, so the work was less demanding. Final Exam in his class was the easiest final ever! We presented some skit in front of the class, that's it! I highly recommend him!

5.0
1.0
SOC321
Jan 17, 2006

hes one of the coolest professors,he lec the whole entire class time but if he feels that the class isnt doing good he will let the test be a take home and when you do presentation it isnt bad because its a group presentation and each person only talks for max 2 min!! ive missed so many classes and did bad in the beginning but ended up with a B

5.0
1.0
SOC300
Apr 28, 2006

He is very easy. The tests were a little tough cause I never did the reading but take him. I think everyone passes, he is so cool. Has you get in groups to discuss interesting topics in class, we watch some interesting movies, and the time he lectures,but he always tries to get people involved.Excellent teacher and easy class! Oh ya..barely any hw

4.0
2.0
SOC300
May 13, 2006

This class is really easy, but sooo boring. The test are extermely simple even if u don't do the reading and he always ends points to everything. I didn't learn much but was an easy A.

5.0
1.0
SOC321
Apr 11, 2007

Interesting class, no homework, easy tests. Great discussion and lectures are open discussion. He's very sexy and he kept my attention during class period. He encourages all the students to pass.

4.0
1.0
SOCIO300
May 14, 2007

one of the coolest teachers. Take him ! guys!

4.0
2.0
SOC300
May 22, 2007

Very relaxed and laid back teacher. Reading out of book is up to you. received about four short (5 question) tests online. mostly lecture, gives interesting examples to theories. only 2 major tests. not a lot of work during the first 75% of the semester. in the end you have a short class presentation worth 10 pts & 2 short papers. highly recommende

5.0
1.0
SOC300
May 31, 2007

Great guy, nice teacher, extremely relaxing. Don't even worry about the last project (portfolio), because it is very easy and he grades it easy too. So yea, take him, and once again take him, the best teacher I've ever had in SCC. Charles you ROCK!!!!!!!!

5.0
1.0
SOC321
Jun 2, 2007

I concur with these comments. Just took his class over the spring, and he is a great teacher.

5.0
1.0
SOC300
Jun 4, 2007

This was a cool class & he is a good professor. His lecture topics are great and are easy to relate to life. He is more concerned that you understand the topic than what you read in the book.

5.0
1.0
SOC300
Jun 11, 2007

GREAT Teacher. He clear and gets right to the point. He uses good examples and the class gets to participate. Take His class!!

5.0
1.0
SOC300
Jul 7, 2007

OMG the BEST, YES BEST teacher that you can ever take. Very cool, likes the subject that he teaches, 3 tests and super easy. If you dont get an A in his class then you need to get your head checked.

5.0
3.0
SOC321
Jul 15, 2007

a great teacher. He is willing to work with you until you understand the concepts. He doesn't make the class into a "blame game" which is easy to do when your teaching a class on race and prejudice. A lot of what he teaches is common sense once you start thinking about it. And that is what Mr Whipple does...he makes you think.

5.0
1.0
SOC321
Nov 26, 2007

WHIPPLE!! HOLA!! He's awesome.

5.0
1.0
SOC321
Dec 3, 2007

whipple is amazing! i love his class. though he uses the text in his class, he lectures both from the book and independent source. his final is a take home test. he is super easy, but you still have to put in effort to pass. it was difficult for me to come to class every day and because of it and thanking whipple's mercy he passed me with a "C".

5.0
1.0
SOC300
Dec 15, 2007

He's the best Sociology teacher ever. There were only 2 multiple choices exams and no finals. Group presentation was easy and fun. Extremely recommand!

5.0
1.0
SOC321
Dec 24, 2007

online quizes with multiple attempts, two easy midterms based off lecture with study guides, no final, easy group presentation on concepts learned in class...recommend for any social science classes!

5.0
1.0
SOC300
Dec 29, 2007

Only a fool will see Whipple's class and not take. He is AMAZING! His lectures are interesting, and makes you think. This class is so easy, if you attend everyday and take notes. Easy peasy A to bump up your GPA. ;) TAKE! TAKE! TAKE!

5.0
1.0
SOC321
Dec 29, 2007

Easiest A ever! Take this class if you need your GPA to be bumped up...oh, just a note: DONT MISS CLASSES. That's the only thing that can bring down your grade, other than that, easy peasy A. Whipple ROCKS!!!!!!!!!!!!!

4.0
2.0
SOC321
Jan 19, 2008

Whipple is a good run of the mill teacher, not much to say. You can retake his quizzes online till you get that perfect 10. You must take notes on what he is saying (he usually doesn't use the board), his material on lectures are what makes it into the tests so if note taking is a must.

5.0
1.0
SOC300
Mar 2, 2008

very clear. Repeats and reviews a bit each time which is awesome cuz not too many teachers will review and remind like that.

4.0
1.0
SOC300
Apr 27, 2008

HE'S A GOOD TEACHER! HIS LECTURES ARE INTERESTING AND HIS CLASS IS ALSO. we watched movies and stuff too so yes take whipple if you want to pass.

5.0
1.0
SOC300
May 13, 2008

Great professor. Lectures are interesting, clear. Learn a lot of stuff.

5.0
1.0
SOC300
May 14, 2008

This teacher is awesome. Very laid back and interesting guy. I loved his class and I recommend anyone to take him!

5.0
1.0
SOC321
May 16, 2008

Whipple is a good prof. Interesting class and he uses interesting videos. fun class!

5.0
3.0
SOC300
May 20, 2008

Comments are pretty much on point. Can't complain. Highly recommend taking his class. You can't go wrong.

4.0
2.0
SOC300
May 22, 2008

Charles Whipple is an "alright" teacher. He wasn't bad but I thought most of his lectures were boring. There is no final exam. He only gives 2 tests and then a group presentation. I wasn't getting the connection at all.

5.0
2.0
SOC300
Jul 1, 2008

This class got me extremely curious about sociology. Whipple is a great professor. He is very helpful, clear, and encouraging. This class is straight forward and designed to help you succeed. TAKE WHIPPLE!

5.0
4.0
SOC300
Jul 9, 2008

I loved this class. Mr. Whipple makes it very interesting.He doesn't just sand up there and lecture like other professors. I also took soc 321 with him which was also an interesting class. I wish he taught more classes--I would take any class he offered.

5.0
2.0
SOC321
Aug 11, 2008

Great guy. Interesting, great lectures, very creative classroom.

5.0
1.0
SOC300
Nov 23, 2008

He as a monotone voice,so fighting the urge to daydream is hard,but if you want an easy teacher,he?s the one.He gives 5 quizzes,10 pts each,but one is simply used for extra credit,so you really only take 4 quizzes and get and extra 10 pts for the 5th.They are online and open book.Easy class for anyone with a brain.Looking for an A+ take him.

5.0
1.0
SOC321
Dec 17, 2008

Seriously? Mr. Whipple (Chaz) is no joke. He really teaches the racial and ethnic relations like it is. Without a doubt, Prof. Whipple knows how to put it on your terms because most classes - we do it for ourselves. The small group sessions yield positive results, and that is the majority of each class: talking about life. I highly recommend!!

4.0
1.0
SOC300
Dec 21, 2008

this is a good teacher. lectures are kind of hard to take notes on but if you pay attention, it's easy!! tests are on lectures, movies, n book. online quiz = easy project = easy group discussions are fun and actually makes you learn!! totally recommend takin this guy!!

5.0
3.0
SOC321
Apr 24, 2009

Really Cool, and I liked that he didn't make everything Black and White he takd about all races. He tells it like it is.

5.0
2.0
SOC321
May 7, 2009

Great teacher

3.0
1.0
SOC300
Jun 8, 2009

This class was easy but if you force yourself to pay attention and participate you will learn a lot. Charles is good about masking his own opinions of topics. If the information seems biased, it's not, just so happens that minorities are regularly oppressed by white people, be it inadvertently or otherwise. Straightforward tests straight from notes

4.0
1.0
SOC300
Sep 30, 2009

His class can be pretty boring. He offers study guides for the exams and as long as you understand the material listed there is no reason why you shouldn't get an A. Instead of a final exam there is a final group project which is a piece of cake. Didn't even have to attend class the last week or two.

5.0
1.0
SOC321
Dec 10, 2009

Highly recomended. Covers a lot of interesting material. The final is an easy group presentation.

5.0
1.0
SOC321
May 16, 2010

Though, his lectures were boring, I enjoyed his class! Two tests. 5 online quizzes Multiple choice. Final is a group presentation. Easy Class! Oh! And He's HOT! LOL!

5.0
1.0
SOC300
May 18, 2010

He is so AWESOME. It's an interesting class and he likes to make life easy, he doesnt believe in adding more stress to finals so we had group presentations. 2 tests 5 quizzes online, all multiple choice. I enjoyed his class and him as a professor. Everyone should deff. take him, well worth it!

5.0
2.0
SOC321
May 20, 2010

2 Tests, 5 Quizzes, 1 Presentation, Attendance, and that's your grade. Easy! His material is basically all lecture, and makes the subject understandable to all. He's kind of weird sometimes, but he is funny and jokes around from time to time. He is also very chill about missing work. Take him because you will get a good grade and learn a lot.

5.0
1.0
SOC300
Dec 12, 2010

great professor! really laid back and easy going. attendance is taken a good majority of the time. his lectures are fantastic and pretty much cover all the material. so book doesnt need to be/isnt used very much, maybe except for quizzes(there are five). presentation as a final, but its VERY easy, so dont be discouraged by that. great teacher/class

5.0
2.0
SOC300
Dec 15, 2010

He's very clear on the material and very nice as well! Study for the tests and do well. You didn't really NEED the book because he explained everything well in the lectures. You should get it though I guess if you're an overachiever... haha. But yay Whipple!

5.0
1.0
SOC0
Apr 6, 2011

Cooolest teacher out there! VERY clear on all his teaching! FUN!

5.0
1.0
SOCIO300
Nov 16, 2011

he is very mellow and curious about life in general. his classes are very interesting. doesnt take attendance regularly but he presents notes in every lecture so id recommend you go to every single class. his class is wayyyy to easy. but you do learn. take him, you wont regret it

5.0
4.0
SOC300
May 9, 2012

I wasnt hot on multi-culture at first. Wow after the first week totally cool and really good class. I learned a lot and Charles is a fantastic professor. Totally fair and great knows his subject.

3.0
1.0
SOC300
Nov 29, 2012

Very laid-back, easy going prof. Study guides given for tests. A small debate project at the end of the semester; but you pretty much have to participate in it to get an A. Overall, it was definitely an easy A.

5.0
2.0
SOC321
Apr 25, 2013

Took him for SOC 300 & 321. Grade is based on 2 50 point exams, 5 point syllabus quiz on d2l, 15 point midterm on d2l, 5 point in-class final and 15 points attendance/participation. Exams will be 80% lecture and 20% from the book. Very detailed study guides 1 week before exam. With a little work an A is certainly possible.

5.0
2.0
SOCIOLOGY321
Jan 19, 2014

He awesome

5.0
1.0
SOC300
Grade: A
May 9, 2014

One of the easiest classes to get an A in. Very chill/approachable professor, and the subject matter was always engaging.

2.0
1.0
SOC321
May 12, 2014

I thought it would be an interesting class, but I was wrong. The class' topics might be interesting but the teacher doesn't make them engaging. He often repeats himself and doesn't seem willing to help his students if they have questions.

5.0
1.0
SOC300SOC321
Grade: A
Jun 29, 2015

Charles' classes are probably the easiest classes I've ever taken. He gives you study guides that are exactly of what's going to be on the tests so do those and you'll do well on the exams. Quizzes are done online and he only has scantron tests. There's a lot of group discussions during class so beware if that's something you don't like.

4.0
4.0
SOC300INTRO
Grade: B+
Jan 15, 2016

Great Professor! Very nice and caring, helps you if you ask for it, and also the quiz's are taken at home. and there is a STUDY GUIDE! follow that and you'll do fine. You can get an A if you do all the homework and do the study guide. Great teacher!

3.0
2.0
SOC321
Grade: B+
Feb 9, 2016

I personally didn't find this class interesting. He has a really soft voice that makes me feel sleepy. His tests are VERY specific & could have more than one correct answer but he wants the one that is more right lol. Study and you'll do just fine

5.0
1.0
SOC300
Nov 3, 2016
Would take again

I have not completed this class yet - 11/3/16 - however, I must say this was/is one of my easiest classes. I have learned a lot through the lectures and textbook. The discussions are based on the lecture/textbook, as well, which makes it easy (if you are following along). There are a lot of mulit-choice quizzes throughout. Overall great class!

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
SOC321
Grade: B+
Dec 13, 2016
Would take again

I actually really enjoyed this class and I think this class should be mandatory. You are graded on 2 multiple choice exams, 4 quizzes, participation, and there is no FINAL. I would have received an A if i didn't miss a quiz. :( Easy class. Take good notes and I only cracked open the book when I worked on the study guide.

Participation matters
Hilarious
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
5.0
2.0
SOC300
Grade: A
May 5, 2017
Would take again

Prof Charles was AMAZING. He knows his stuff and makes lectures engaging and gets the class involved. He was not a difficult grader and this class is an easy A if you do the work (which is minimal). Would definitely take him again.

Respected
Clear grading criteria
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
5.0
2.0
SOC300
May 8, 2017
Would take again

Whipple's class was super easy. I took a hybrid class and most of the course work is done online. He assigns about 9 quizzes and they are SUPER EASY. Study for the 2 tests and easy A.

Participation matters
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
2.0
SOC321
Grade: B+
May 16, 2017
Would take again

Awesome professor. Ive heard he's monotone that he gets boring, yes true with the monotone voice but omg... he is the best monotone person ever! Even though he is not a tough grader everything he teaches is understanding. On point professor.

Inspirational
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Amazing lectures
3.0
1.0
SOC321
Grade: A
May 24, 2017
Would take again

Professor W is actually very passionate about the subject he teaches. You will get some online quizzes which are easy. You will have several group discussions, 2 major exams that you must study for or you will fail. Participation and attendance is also key to pass.

Get ready to read
Participation matters
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
3.0
SOC300
Jun 14, 2017
Would take again

Easy class mostly based of off lectures. There's always a sign in sheet, but I've missed class multiple times and wasn't penalized in any way. Easy quizzes, only two tests (midterm and a final). With moderate effort you'll get a good grade. Good professor.

Clear grading criteria
5.0
2.0
SOC321
Grade: A
Aug 27, 2017
Would take again

DR. Whipple is an amazing teacher. he is very knowledgeable, gives good lectures, engages the students, and gives good study guides. He wants the students to succeed, not fail. Charles Whipple is an awesome teacher. I encourage all students to take his 321 class.

Inspirational
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
2.0
SOC300
Dec 1, 2017
Would take again

Took this class online for general ed credit. If you want an easy A in this class, just do the work that is asked of you and you will pass for sure. He even gives bonus points for participation. Great professor and his lectures are funny and easy to follow. Would definitely take again.

Tests? Not many
Clear grading criteria
Would take again
5.0
1.0
SOC300
Grade: A
Dec 3, 2017
Would take again

Amazing professor for his online class. His lectures are easy to understand and he gives extra credit if you participate through the semester. It's not hard to get an A in this class at all. I would highly suggest taking this class.

Gives good feedback
Tests? Not many
Would take again
1.0
3.0
SOC321
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Jan 18, 2018
Wouldn't take again

This was a great class for the first half of the semester until he gave out the first test and basically messed up my entire test by losing the scan-tron and then also accusing me for cheating. With that said he is friendly but that isn't all to become a good professor. Missing more than 10 questions on the test can cost you a whole letter grade

Participation matters
TEST HEAVY
Tests are tough
1.0
5.0
SOC321
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Apr 6, 2018
Wouldn't take again

No comments. The worst professor on campus.

Participation matters
TEST HEAVY
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
5.0
1.0
SOC300
Grade: A
May 3, 2018
Would take again

Took the online class for general ed and it was minimal work. You have to read the textbook for the weekly quizzes and there are about 4 discussion posts throughout the semester. Very few exams as well. Just do the work he assigns and youre guaranteed to pass. Easy A! Would definitely recommend this professor.

Respected
Clear grading criteria
4.0
3.0
SOC321
Grade: B+
May 9, 2018
Would take again

Professor Whipple is an easy going guy and cares about the students. I recommend him for sociology. He does take attendance but he does not drop you if you miss more than 3 classes you just have to communicate with him. Really straight forward Prof.!

Gives good feedback
Respected
Caring
5.0
2.0
SOC300
Grade: A
May 21, 2018
Would take again

Took his class online, (pretty easy A) just do the work there isn't too much. Some discussion boards, weekly quizzes and two exams. Interesting lectures that weren't too lenghthy. Awesome teacher and class!

Clear grading criteria
4.0
2.0
SOC300
Grade: A+
May 25, 2018
Would take again

Awesome teacher, super funny & really cute

Respected
Participation matters
Hilarious
5.0
2.0
SOC300
Grade: A+
Jun 2, 2018
Would take again

He has a hard time seeing so you'll have to speak! Other than that he's funny and his tests are SUPER easy, just study on Quiz-let and you'll pass with flying colors. Mind you I failed the first exam and got an A on the last exam. He bumps you up also! Don't buy the book it's a waste of money if you are in his Soc 300 hybrid class.

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
GROUP PROJECTS
5.0
1.0
SOC321
Grade: B+
Nov 28, 2018
Would take again

This is a great class to take. There is group discussions but he makes it easy to take to everyone. As for the tests, if you study the review he gives you'll pass. Nothing we cant handle. Highly recommended.

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
5.0
1.0
SOC300
Grade: A
Jan 1, 2019
Would take again

Easily the one of the best professors I've ever taken. New module/chapter is assigned every week, ending with a quiz and sometimes a discussion post. Only 2 major tests for the entire semester. No cumulative final. As long as you do the bare minimum, you'll be fine. Gives helpful (and funny) feedback on posts.

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
4.0
1.0
SOC321
Jan 10, 2019
Would take again

Class isn't that hard so long as you show up and study for the tests, which make up most of your grade for the class. His study guides are very useful for preparing for the test, so between that and good lecture notes you will pass for sure. There is a lot of student participation and in class activities so don't miss class or come late.

Hilarious
TEST HEAVY
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
5.0
1.0
SOC321
Feb 8, 2019
Would take again

Amazing prof. lectures are interesting, his power points are very straight forward which makes it easy to take notes. There are general questions in between topics as well as review, he cares and wants to make sure the topic is understood. Study guides are provided by him, as long as you study and show up you will pass.

Respected
Participation matters
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
SOC300SOC321
Grade: A
Apr 23, 2019
Would take again

I really enjoyed his class a lot. He really goes out of his way for his students. I overslept for an exam and he let me retake it, although the retake was an interview. Most professors would just say no to make their lives easier. I really appreciated how straight forward his class is. PPTs posted online, but makes more sense if you go to class.

Accessible outside class
Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
2.0
2.0
SOC300INTRO
May 21, 2019
Would take again

This guy does the worse cut and paste job I've ever seen. He also has no idea how to spell. When I cut and paste his modules to word so I can save them little red lines are all over the place. But if you read all the material the tests are pretty easy. Plus, it's online so that helps. He doesn't give good feedback for the discussions.

Get ready to read
4.0
1.0
SOC300
Grade: A
May 21, 2019
Would take again

Charles Whipple made intro Sociology not too challenging and everything was very matter of fact. There were quizzes, discussion boards, and 3 exams and that was it. Very straight forward and makes a great Intro. SOC course.

Get ready to read
Graded by few things
Clear grading criteria
5.0
2.0
SOC321
Grade: B
Jun 10, 2019
Would take again

So for this professor, hands down an easy A. Do the work, show up on time and please make sure you participate because that does count in the end and will help your grade. He has 3 exams and the book is a must for sure! Very cool and laid-back and interesting with his lecture and topics. Nice PowerPoints and a great professor who has good lectures.

Respected
Get ready to read
Participation matters
4.0
2.0
SOC350
Grade: A
Dec 4, 2019
Would take again

This was an easy class. I enjoyed the format online. The information is interesting, some weeks are better than others. Grades were done in a timely manner.

Clear grading criteria
4.0
4.0
SOC300
Grade: A
Jan 13, 2020
Wouldn't take again

He's caring and responds quickly to emails. This course contains of 5 discussion forums, quizzes every week and 2 exams. Definitely NOT an easy class that you would expect from a general ed course. You have to read the textbook and put in the work. But the good point is he will notice your hard work.

Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
Caring
5.0
3.0
SOC300
Grade: B+
Apr 10, 2020
Would take again

Professor Whipple creates his online content to make you feel as though you are having a conversation with him. He uses current topics and upbeat fast-paced video enhancements to get the lesson across. Not only is he on top of what you are doing, but also when you start to slip on classwork with reminders to get you back on track. Love him.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Caring
5.0
1.0
SOC321
Grade: A+
May 7, 2020
Would take again

He is a great professor. He had many group discussions which were super great. Easy A.

Graded by few things
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
2.0
SOC300
Grade: A
May 7, 2020
Would take again

Easy class to pass, just do weekly quizzes, 2 tests and 5 different discussion posts. Quizzes/tests were very easy and straight from lecture and textbook. Discussion posts were easy and he gives feedback on your post.

4.0
3.0
SOC300
Grade: B+
Jun 9, 2020
Would take again

He's organized and responds to email pretty quickly. Weekly discussion boards and quizzesmidtermfinal. The questions in quizzes can be very particular, so just read up and you should do fine!

5.0
2.0
SOC321
Jun 9, 2020
Would take again

This will probably be the easiest class you can take. If you really care about the subject and read the book, you will learn a lot of valuable information! The tests are all true and false and is very easy. All of the answers are on the lecture notes. Will give out extra credit throughout the course

Clear grading criteria
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
1.0
SOC321
Grade: A
Nov 15, 2020
Would take again

This man is wicked smart. The material used to learn for this class is usually primary sources which is helpful to learn sociology from a practical standpoint. After taking his class I feel like I know much more about the world around us. I would love to have him as a teacher again

Respected
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
SOC300
Grade: A
Dec 14, 2020
Would take again

Professor Whipple's modules are very simple to get through and as long as you do your readings and complete the necessary assignments, you're going to get a good grade. He always sends the class reminders to complete their work and always gives genuine feedback and actually acknowledges your work, rather than just give you a superficial response.

Gives good feedback
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
1.0
SOC321
Grade: A+
Dec 29, 2020
Would take again

easy, brief modules to read through. no textbook. the modules were funny and super easy to understand. each week there is one to two assignments, like a discussion or a short quiz (5 questions). 3 tests total, 40 questions each with a 3 hour time limit. very easy. take this class. very informative and engaging

Graded by few things
Hilarious
Caring
1.0
2.0
SOC321
Grade: A
Jan 4, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Easy A, but you won't learn anything. Lazy teacher , does not respond to emails. His lectures/quizzes are based on HIS personal life experiences. If you don't plan on learning much and want an A, this is the class for you. He thinks he's funny and attempts to relate to the students (if you're into slang) So unprofessional. A complete bore!

5.0
1.0
SOC300
Jan 10, 2022
Would take again

I really enjoyed his class. It was pretty easy. There is an online book to read. The weekly readings thru canvas and are relatable and pretty current events. He has a lot of interesting videos. There is a quiz a week. He reminded you about the quiz before the quiz so you didn't forget.

5.0
1.0
SOC300
Grade: A
May 18, 2022
Would take again

This was a class where we did not meet up but I still understood so many new facts. The exams and quizzes were manageable. It was just a lot of information. I loved this class, very easy.

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
Online Savvy
5.0
1.0
SOC300
Grade: A
Jul 27, 2022
Would take again

Seriously, one of the most easiest teacher ever! To be honest, I wish most classes was like this. The work was doable and no essays. The work consisted of reading, quiz/test, and discussions. I don't think any one will ever regret taking his class! It's that simple!

5.0
1.0
SOC300
May 17, 2023
Would take again

He is a very kind and easy-going professor. He makes his slides entertaining and with personality. Homework is straightforward, doesn't overload you, and you learn a lot through them. He responds to emails quickly and shows care within them. Don't hesitate to take his class!

Hilarious
Caring
4.0
1.0
SOC300
Grade: A+
Dec 7, 2023
Would take again

Super easy class with not much homework. One easy quiz each week and occasional discussions. I don't feel like I really learned anything special, but it was a very easy A.

Graded by few things
5.0
3.0
SOC321
Grade: A
Dec 18, 2023
Would take again

His course was truly tailored for online. It's too the point, not pages & pages of reading in the modules, it's informative, but engaging. While reading along you feel like your in the classroom listening to him in person. He has clear guidelines on grading, late work, etc. & his work load is manageable. I would definitely take his class again.

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
5.0
2.0
SOC300
Grade: A
Nov 30, 2024
Would take again

Professor Whipple's class is straightforward with manageable weekly assignments. The material is engaging, and using unstuck AI alongside the online textbook helped me excel. Highly recommended for an easy yet rewarding credit.

5.0
1.0
SOC321
Grade: A
Dec 18, 2024
Would take again

Her class was super easy I recommend her class take it now. U have just a few assignments the whole semester. You have one quiz every week, but sometimes you will have a discussion board too. Overall easy A.

5.0
1.0
SOC300
Grade: A
Jan 7, 2025
Would take again

The class was very engaging and I enjoyed how in touch the lectures were with the module material. Overall not very hard class as long as you keep up weekly. I enjoyed it!

Respected
5.0
1.0
SOC300
Grade: A+
Feb 25, 2025
Would take again

Easy grader, easy tests and assignments, never spent too long on the work for the week. His humorous personality bled through his lectures. Totally recommend especially if you're taking a class for credit and it's not your major. He offers more OPTIONAL in depth reading for nerds!

Caring
5.0
2.0
SOC300
Grade: A
May 13, 2025
Would take again

Great Class. Each week, read chapter, read module, quiz (1 try, timed), a few assignments called SKILLS (untimed quizzes), 3 DB's. If you do the work the quizzes and assignments are easy. The modules were well organized, explained the topics and were well written. Would work well with a more demanding class. Overall loved it. No unit tests.

Clear grading criteria
5.0
1.0
SOC321
Grade: A+
May 27, 2025
Would take again

Very easy class.

5.0
1.0
SOC300
Grade: A+
Aug 19, 2025
Would take again

Chill professor and easy class.

Get ready to read
Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
5.0
1.0
SOC300
Grade: A+
Dec 16, 2025
Would take again

Professor Whipple was honestly the best. Very easy and manageable class. If you're looking for an easy class to pass for pre req, this class is for you!! His class consisted of a weekly quiz with 10 multiple choice questions and rarely a discussion but nothing to complicated. Very reasonable with late assignments. Overall, amazing professor :)

Caring
Accessible outside class
5.0
1.0
SOC300
Grade: A+
Dec 16, 2025
Would take again

I would definitely recommend Professor Whipple! Very EASYYY class & very accessible and reasonable.

Caring
Respected
Accessible outside class
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