Very easy class if you work at it enough. The key is to have him check your papers before you turn them in and make corrections. He is extremely nice and you have to be able to ask for help when you need it.

Im not sure if its still in effect but, if the first paper isnt turned in by the second paper you fail. So if your on 3 and 4 is due you automatically fail, has nothing to do with your ablitity in english as closely as it should. He usually give about 3 attempts to get it accepted but on ocassion 2!

I thought Mr Arevalo was a great teacher and made the class requirements pretty easy.

I enjoyed this class as much as you can any class. He makes sure everyone understands when papers are due, so don't worry about that. He is pretty strict about when you need to turn papers in but it isn't that hard to get them in on time. Just keep up with papers and ask for help. He even has workshop days in class just so you can ask for help.

he is a moody guy sometimes he is cool other times he is mean overall i would say he is okay

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I actually enjoyed this class...but then again, I am writer nerd!

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He is strict on the deadlines but they aren't hard to meet.He was always in his office during his scheduled hours.He expects your papers exactly in the format he tells you.I enjoyed his class and as long as you keep up with your work it is pretty easy to pass. If you have any questions about the comments on your papers he will take time to explain.

If you don't expect to be babied like you were in high school you'll do just fine. He is very helpful and gave advice on my papers anytime I needed it.

This profesor is very easy going. But dont expect this to be a walk in the park. If you enjoy english and really want to improve your writing then this is the professor for you. he is very willing to help you on your work just ask him. - Zaibatsu

He's a cool guy. He has strict deadlines but other than that...He is always in his office, will help you out, has a format for your papers for you to follow...and pretty much is just a fun teacher (if you take him get to know him he's funny)

If you go to class everyday, and actually listen to him, he tells you exactly how to write your papers. If you are struggling he will help if you ask. All Comps have strict due dates. You can't escape it. They are hard, because they teach basics you need for almost all your other classes. Welcome to Life.

He is very good at teaching and has deadlines you must adhere to. He is a very fair, helpful teacher. However the ACC guidelines stink and dont allow for freedom when it comes to grading "the C test" then 2 more papers it frankly is horrible way of grading. He even told me I should of had an A but received a B as there was no time for an A..CRAP

Not a bad prof. Tells you exactly what he wants on each paper. If you follow along, you'll do well. I enjoyed his lectures. He knows his stuff.

Professor Arevalo is a nice guy. Sometimes he cancels class, and after a long drive that is irritating. He is helpful and prompt with emails. Make appt for office hrs. There are in-class assignments, "journals", homeworks, 4 papers with one week revisions-up to one letter grade. Take C test early so u dont have to scramble. Recommend.

Very smart and funny as hell.

very funny and laid back. always lets class out early

never on time, cancels class frequently, tells you how to write a paper, then when you write it exactly the way he wants it, tells you that you didn't follow the guidelines, pompous, arrogant, doesn't use blackboard, doesn't follow department protocol... he is funny, but in a cocky way. don't take him for any english class.

Great teacher. I absolutely loved him. I took him for Comp I and II. As long as you follow his giudlines EXACTLY you will be fine. He literally tells you every single thing you need to put in your paper so just listen and you'll do fine.

Great professor! Very laid back. Usually late to class, lets you out early alot. Tells you EXACTLY what to write on a paper with very clear guidelines...how many paragraphs, what quotes to use, etc. If write what he says he will give you an A. Lets you rewrite first 2 papers. Attendance for quizzes, only counts 12 of 15. Would def take him again.

The best professor I have ever had. Tells exactly what you need in your papers, if you are unclear visit him in his office hours and well help you write it. Likes things just so, but the things he asks aren't so difficult to do. Probably the funniest most interesting professor I have ever had.

Amazing professor! Has very clear instructions for what he wants on each exam. Walks you through every paragraph, and exactly what needs to be included in each paragraph. If you take good notes, you will get an A in this class without a problem. He lets you revise the first 2 exams for one letter grade higher. Also has very interesting lectures!

Prof Arevalo tells you want he wants, and if you do exactly that you won't have a problem passing. He does assign 10-15 journals--story passages you read and then answer questions about--, and 12-13 homework assignments. There is one oral presentation that takes about 2 minutes to complete. Revisions ONLY on the first 2 papers

Arevalo is a good professor. He tells the class exactly what he wants to see in the papers. The students who can take detailed notes and follow instructions are prone to do well in his class.

He says exactly what he wants, and it can make or break you depending on how much attention/notes you take. He is a very cool prof, and I really enjoyed his class even though some of the papers were hard. He does have journals and reading assignments with quizzes, but they were easy as long as you read. I would recommend him for english!

I don't know what everyone is talking about. Prof A was awesome! If you attend class and take notes, he tells you exactly what he wants to see in your papers. I took him for comp I and II. He had fun stories and was helpful in giving authors and titles so you didn't have to buy book.

Professor Arevalo is an awesome teacher. He explains everything thoroughly, and always is there after/before class to help. He tells you exactly what to write in your papers. You have to be an idiot to make less than a B.

I love Professior Arevalo I really dont why people dont like him cause he is the best all you have to do is follow the outline that he gives you. And he is really good at working one on one with you if you need help. He has fun storys to share as well.

He is a great professor, and goes by the outline he gives you. He will let you know exaclty what he wants in your paper, and will even give examples. AWESOME TEACHER. take his class!

Good Professor! Helps out as much as he can. Come to class and do the homeworks and journals.

He tells you exactly want he wants. You have to work hard and follow his time lines, if not you'll fail. But if you are willing to work, It's a pretty enjoyable class.

There are only two things to do in his class: #1 FOLLOW THE FORMAT #2 SUBMIT YOUR PAPERS ON TIME. That's all you need to know. The class is fun, interesting, and easy. I got a B but that's just because I was slacking.

There are only two things you need to know: #1 Follow his FORMAT religiously, and #2 Submit your papers ON TIME. His class is fun and relatively easy. I got a B but that's just because I slacked.

Professor Arevalo was an excellent teacher. he was pretty demanding and kind of anal about how the essay should be outlined. but pretty easy class all around

Arevalo's a wonderful teacher. His classes are short, and he never holds you longer then he feels neccessary, which means you'll be getting out of class early most of the time. I got a good solid B, and as long as you pay attention to the essay format (which he thoroughly explains), you'll do fine. I highly reccommend him, he is a great teacher.

One of the best professors at ACC. Especially for comp 1

He was a great professor! He is EXTREMELY specific on format and due dates, but if you follow them you'll do well. He explains everything well, and gets back to you very fast. I would take from again.

Not completely clear on all assignments and was sometimes confusing, otherwise he was very good. he was a fair grader on all essays and was very straight forward on when assignments would be due.

Tough grader. Not completely clear on all assignments & was sometimes confusing, otherwise he was very good. he never holds you longer then he feels neccessary. grades his papers more off the format requirements more than the ACTUAL paper.Doesnt actually teach anything. Just tells you what he wants in your paper. Don't take. had to drop his class

He was my favorite professor of the semester.He could not have been more clear about what he wanted.Workshop before every paper is due so that you may get his feedback.Keep up with small tasks for folder and follow directions and will be fine!My friend who sat next to me also made an A.Anyone who said he isn't clear is crazy!! Take for sure!!comp 1

He is extremely anal about how he wants you to write your papers. Had always done well in English with A's and his class was a struggle. Word of advice, record his lectures. If you are looking for an easy class do not take.

It took me a while to figure out that he really doesnt care about what you write about as much as the structure of the essays. Follow his outlines and you'll be fine.

This dude was easy. Made an A+ on every paper. Did no hw or journals and still pulled an A. First two papers you get to revise even if you mess it up. The third paper is hard but not to bad and the 4th is just plain easy. Take this guy.

Professor Arevalo was great! I enjoyed his class. If you just read the stories, go to class and follow his outlines for the essays then you will do fine!

This is a good teacher right here. Makes the essays so easy with his outlines. If you need to take English and don't want a difficult class, I recommend this one.

Great professor, just make sure you're decent at writing essays before you sign up. As long as you follow his directions exactly you should be fine.

Pretty easy and easy going class. Kind of anal retentive about a couple things but he will let you know what they are. Follow the outline and get an A.

I took his 8-week DIL class. Professor Arevalo's response time via email is excellent. As long as you follow his formats and have the grasp of written English that you should have by the time you graduate High School, you'll do fine.

The best! Read the stories and have quizzes and journals over it the next day. Essays he goes over into detail about what he wants. He is not hard to please! Take him!!

This is an excellent professor. Make sure and follow his outlines exactly and you should do well in his class. He is very fair when it comes to grading. Would recommend him to anyone.

I took English 1 & 2 with him and highly recommend him. As long as you complete all the assignments and follow his EXACT instructions and outlines, you will do very well in the class. Make sure all assignments are submitted as word documents or you won't receive credit. He does not accept late work. Follow his instructions and you will do great.

Tried the 8 week online course, brutal. He will fail you if you miss an essay deadline, only have a 48 hour window to submit any work,and have to wait a week and a half to submit ANYTHING. Even though I had been in constant contact, and submitted my drafts, I just completely forgot to turn in my essay. I understand it's my fault, but c'mon!

Prof. Arevalo is a clear and straight forward teacher. He says precisely what he expects of his students the first day, but is not a difficult teacher and offers plenty of time and aid IF you ask for it. Class discussion about story analysis is interesting and engaging. Essays are well explained and structured for students during class. :)

Great Professor, basically tells you what to put in your essay the day he assigns it. Also, he assigned stories that I enjoyed reading (with an exception of 1 or 2 stories.) I didn't buy the textbook, I just looked up every story online and read it--DONT BOTHER BUYING THE TEXTBOOKS

He's a very laid back guy, funny at times. His assignments are easy if you're good at writing. Gives good feedback. You do need your books. There's only one group project. Easy A.

He's a very laid back guy, funny at times. His assignments are easy if you're good at writing. Gives good feedback. You do need your books. There's only one group project. He's very strict on assignment punctuality. He lets you know exactly what he wants on his papers.

Essays are long. The key to getting As on them is to be there when he goes over the paper. Write what he says because it will take the guess work out of analyzing the stories. Take advantage of his workshop where he reads over your work for feedback. Read the stories because there is a quiz on all of them

I took engl 2332: ancient literature online and absolutely loved it. Prof is very clear on what he expects and if you put in the time you will succeed. would recommend taking! i found the textbook to be very necessary

Prof. Arevalo is very straight forward with what he expects. Answered all of my emails very quickly. I took a 5 week summer class and it didn't feel to overwhelming for how fast the class was moving. Keep up, the class is NOT self paced. Due dates every couple of days. All writing assignments. Reasonable grader. No late work. Would recommend.

Best English Teacher! Easy Class, the only way you will fail is if you do absolutely nothing or like my friend , forget to take your departmental exam. Otherwise no complaints. he is a cool dude.

I thought he was a good teacher. Homework consists of reading a short story from the book (usually are pretty short), and taking a short quiz over it the next class period. He goes over the essays the day he assigns them, and literally tells you exactly what he wants almost sentence by sentence, so if you take really good notes you'll make an A.

Super straight forward and simple course. Its all laid out before you to complete with no questions needed. Great reading choices and appropriate assignments. Not reading or homework heavy. Minimal response. Made it easy to appreciate the course while working full time and taking other courses. Would take another course by Arevalo again.

Arevalo is a great professor--instructions for assignments were clear, and as long as you meet the requirements for assignments, he gives you full points. I didn't even have to take his final exam because I had enough points for an A by the end of the semester. Quizzes over stories are so easy. And low key, he's attractive for an older professor.

I took his World Literature class over the summer. It was not difficult because I kept on top of the reading. You have small assignments due once every 2 days with bigger assignments spread throughout. If you stay on top of the reading and do as he says, you'll be jsut fine.

I really enjoyed taking his class. I thought his writing assignments were clear and overall it was an easy A. I recommend him for online english literature.

For those that complained about not accepting late work, it was stated that it wasn't accepted in the syllabus. Professor Arevalo is 'exceptionally' available to any student that reaches out to him. So are the skills labs on campus. His class is a very obtainable A if you just discipline yourself to do the work on time.

I took Am Lit as an online 8 week class. There's a lot of reading and with a short term, be prepared for the assignments to come due real fast. He was always quick to respond to any questions I had and on assignments gave helpful feedback for why points were deducted.

Attendance is not mandatory, but if you skip class you'll miss quizzes which will affect your grade. He does not issue any tests (except the mandatory department exam) and instead relies on papers and quizzes. If you show up to class and do what he tells you you'll get an A.

You read about 10-12 short stories and then each class take a short 5-question quiz thats super basic that you could just use spark notes for if you really wanted to. You get a journal for each, he answers the questions in class and explains in great detail what he wants in an essay, basically writes it for you. All you have to do it show up andtry

He's a good English professor. He makes everything very clear and to the point. He also has a sense of humor. The only problem is that he is a very tough grader. It's an ENGL 1302 class, sure, but the professor is really tough about how "the story means this" and "this is what the author is trying to say". Very little room for outside thinking.

Fun class with a professor that want's you to leave the class able to write well rather than simply write to pass. Not as hard as others have made it out to be if you follow the instructions that he spends half the class giving out to make sure that everyone actually understands what he wants. Follow the prompt and you'll get an A.

Just finished his summer class and the class was online. Avoid if you can't be responsible enough to do the work on time no late work accepted at all. All assignments are simple; should know how to write if you passed ENG1&2. As long as you can manage your time and read his instructions carefully you will get a 95-100% on all assignments.

Professor Arevalo is a very helpful and understanding professor! He has optional meetings where you can discuss your paper and he can give you face to face feedback! He gives short stories to read and quizzes to take once you are in class but it is not hard. You also have journals due at the end of the semester but do majority of them in class!

There are quizzes every class, but they are really easy if you do the reading. The journals are gone over in class as well. Definitely not a difficult class if you do the work. He tells you exactly what he expects for each paragraph. As long as you follow directions you're good. Take advantage of his optional office hours he gives great feedback.

Prof Arevalo is one of my favorite professors ever! He has very clear grading criteria, and when grading the papers mainly focuses on the ideas written about and grades your overall understanding of the book/poem and device assigned, versus being picky about grammar or typos. There was a lot of reading, but it is a lit class, and definitely doable.

Took Brit Lit online over the summer. Very clear guidelines and fair grading. Didn't seem like he put too much effort in to the class seeing as it was a summer online class so once you get in the swing of things it's an easy A.

I felt that he was super clear of his expectations for each asgmt. and was straight forward about the way he would be grading them. The class is easy as long as you pay attention to detail and respect the guidelines he sets for the essays. Hes good about clarifying the readings in lecture and answers student questions thoroughly. I enjoyed it :)

i liked that he's quick to answer emails, and even though he's not necessarily the nicest, he's really clear about what he expects. his feedback is specific, and as long as you're following the format of what he's looking for you'll be good to go :)

I was nervous signing up for this class at first. The ratings on here didn't look great, but despite that the grading is a little hard, he is very kind & willing to help with feedback. He is quick at email responses & gives very helpful insight that will be useful for improvement in the class. Be ready to work, but it was worth it. Good professor.

Professor Arevalo is easily and readily accessible online via email. He is down to earth and quickly responds to emails. He is very considerate in his responses.

My first impression of Arevalo was utter dread, I will admit. He comes off as very jaded and very strict. But! All you need to pass his class is common sense. Read his instructions, which are VERY clear and simple, do what he says, and you will pass with ease. Yes, he is not very forgiving and has no late policy... just do the work and you'll pass.

My first impression was utter dread, I admit. He comes off in his syllabus as jaded and strict. But all you need is common sense to pass, and he's actually quite funny. His instructions are VERY clear. Yes, he is not forgiving and has no late policy unless you clear with him prior, but his syllabus is simple and engaging.

He is a very straight-forward professor, and clear about what he looks for in your papers. I highly recommend anyone taking an english course to take him, you will learn so much. Although I will admit could be a little challenging, but thats honestly what made this course so interesting. Arevalo also provides GREAT feedback and is helpful overall.

I've seen many other reviews where other students say this professor doesn't do lectures and I disagree. His lectures are interesting and informative and he basically walks you through how to take this class. I think the disconnect is with the online classes, I'd highly recommend taking this class in person. It's an easy class if you're engaged.

Arevalo is tough. I struggled with his no late work policy due to my ADHD. That being said, he respects dedication and if you try your best, follow his instructions and show a willingness to meet with him, take criticism and improve, he is responsive and quite incredible at his job. Active students, look no further. Passive students, don't bother.

I loved Arevalo. He has clear expectations set for every assignment and his class is easy to follow. He is a tough grader but so long as you put in the work and use the rubrics you will do good. I took a second course of his due to how easy the course is and how much I like him. He is easy to reach outside of class there are many times connect.

Has a pretty ridiculous pass/fail exam at the end of the course, could have an A+ and still fail. Other than that I would say he is a great professor. Vast majority of your grade is determined by major essays, but offers optional zoom classes where he literally edits your drafts to get max credit. Assuming you attend these, the course is easy.