3.7

Daniel Short

Science - Robert Morris University

3.7
Quality
3.2
Difficulty
100%
Would Retake
83
Reviews
3.7
Quality
3.2
Difficulty
3.9
Helpful
3.6
Clarity

100%

Would Retake

83

Reviews

Rating Distribution
Official

5

33

4

21

3

18

2

7

1

4

What Students Say

Helped us review for tests

METEROLOGY - 5.0 rating

No final which was good

ENVS1140 - 3.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

0%

Textbook Required

80%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

A-

71% confidence
Based on 7 grades
Most common grades:
A (5)
D (1)
A+ (1)
Grade Distribution
A(6)B(0)C(0)D(1)F(0)A-/B+(0)
Based on 8 reported grades
A: 5
D: 1
A+: 1
Rather not say: 1
Common Tags
Clear grading criteria (5)
Participation matters (2)
Respected (1)
LECTURE HEAVY (1)
Graded by few things (1)
Get ready to read (1)
Online Savvy (1)
EXTRA CREDIT (1)
Rating Trend

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-0.18 avg change
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METEROLOGY

5.0

(1)

CHEMI

5.0

(1)

ENVS1140A

5.0

(1)

CHEM

5.0

(1)

ECOLOGYOFCHAN

5.0

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CHEMISTRY

4.5

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4.0

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4.0

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4.0

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4.0

Reviews (83)
4.0
5.0
CHEMISTRY
Apr 12, 2004

No Comments

5.0
3.0
METEROLOGY
May 25, 2004

Simplified notes. Helped us review for tests. No final, which was good. He really helped me out when I had a question and also helped me out with a future course that I have to take. Good professor.

3.0
4.0
ENVS1140
Apr 17, 2005

Eh. No final which was good. Homework or quiz every friday. Class was pretty boring but he makes a few jokes here and there. i thought it was a pretty tough class but maybe thats cause i didnt pay attention much...o well

5.0
4.0
ENVS1140
Apr 23, 2005

so much information and only ten point tests. nice guy but the class wasnt too interesting

5.0
2.0
CHEMI
Jun 3, 2005

Actively involves students in the learning process. Very helpful to students.

4.0
2.0
ENVS1140
Jul 1, 2005

Sometimes expected more of us than what we were capable of. Very willing to offer extra help after class, and no final.

5.0
4.0
ENVS1140
Jul 8, 2005

Difficult class for a non Science-minded student, but I learned a lot. Dr. Short was always very helpful and patient. Thanks!

4.0
3.0
ENVS1140
Jul 8, 2005

No final was appreciated considering it was my first semester! Dr Short answered all questions given and responded to email in timely manner; provided assistance when solicited. Homework definitely challenging but not overwhelming. Would definitely select this instructor for future classes.

5.0
4.0
ENVS1140
Jul 8, 2005

Very helpful and understanding. I learned a lot from this course--Thank you Dr. Short. ----I know you'll miss my MANY questions..lol

5.0
3.0
ENVS1140A
Jul 9, 2005

Professor Short answered questions in a very adaquate manner and was always available if I was having problems. This made it easier to grasp concepts. I believe that I would enjoy a class held by Professor Short at the campus. He was very helpful along the way. The course itself was not what I originally expected, but Professor Short helped to give

5.0
3.0
ENVS1140
Jul 11, 2005

Prof. Short always answered my questions in a very quick and clear mannor. He would answer my questions with in a hour or two of me asking. This is by far quicker then any other teacher I've ever had. He was excellent.

3.0
4.0
ENVS1140
Jul 11, 2005

I enjoyed studying about Weather etc. but I really had a hard time getting questions answered or getting help with anything. Especially the CW's. I would take this class as a regular, instead of online because you need to have class interaction.

3.0
4.0
ENVS1140
Jul 12, 2005

I think that Dr. Short was helpful and responded very quickly to e-mails. I should probably have asked more questions relating to the work, but was confused and really didn't know even what to ask. I believe that course was difficult but thorough.

5.0
3.0
ENVS1140
Jul 12, 2005

Never met face to face so I did not rate the appearance :) Very responsive instructor. Would taken another class if offered. Very difficult class.

3.0
5.0
ENVS1140
Jul 12, 2005

Class was very difficult. This class should not be taught online. Professor was very slow in grading assignments. Test was never ready when promised. Test was always required due on Saturdays and they were posted Friday night or Saturday morning. Teacher said in his syllabus the test would be ready by Wednesday or Thursday. That never happened

4.0
4.0
ENV1140
Jul 12, 2005

The coursework was quit challenging but Dr. Short did an excellent job in assisting me...no matter if it was by phone or e-mail. Thanks for putting extra time in when I was so confused! I did not like having no interaction and would have preferred to take the course in a normal classroom! I would definitly take another course with Dr. Short!

4.0
3.0
ENVS1140
Jul 15, 2005

This class was very challenging and time consuming, but I did learn a great deal in a short period of time.

3.0
3.0
ENVS1140
Jul 16, 2005

Very challenging but you learn a lot.

5.0
5.0
ENVS1140
Jul 17, 2005

Fantastic!

4.0
3.0
EARTHSCIENCE
Aug 23, 2005

Nice guy! Helpful, clear, makes seriously boring (to me) material interesting. Take him!

5.0
3.0
CHEM
Grade: D
Oct 13, 2005

No Comments

3.0
4.0
ENVS1160
Dec 5, 2005

Overall, this class was informative and I left with a better knowledge of the environment. As for the class in general, the tests were always late and over the weekend and I'm having trouble getting a response from him through email coorespondence. In general an O.K. teacher. Would probably not recommend his class to other students.

3.0
3.0
ENVS1160
Dec 8, 2005

i TEND TO AGREE WITH MOST OF MY CLASSMATES IN THAT TEST QUESTIONS DID NOT HAVE MUCH TO DO WITH THE CHAPTER AND RESPONSE TO QUESTIONS WAS VERY SLOW AS WAS THE POSTING OF ASSIGNMENT GRADES. ALSO, I DID NOT MIND THE CLASS I COULD NOT GET INTO THE CLASS BECAUSE I DO NOT LIKE TOTALLY ONLINE CLASSES. I WOULD PROBABLY NOT REFER THIS CLASS TO ANOTHER STUDE

5.0
4.0
ENVS1160
Dec 8, 2005

Fun Class. Difficult class that required a lot of research but it was enjoyable

3.0
4.0
ENVS1160
Dec 9, 2005

Intersting class, Very Informational.

4.0
4.0
ECOLOGY
Dec 9, 2005

When I initially signed up for this class I assumed it would be just another class I needed so I would just take it, pass and move on. But I have to admit that I am absolutely amazed at how much information I have learned about our environment and how important it is for everyone to help keep it clean. This was an important class - it was great.

2.0
4.0
ENVS1160
Dec 10, 2005

This was not an easy class, but it definitely made you think about some things we take for granted.

2.0
5.0
ENVS1160
Dec 11, 2005

This class was rather difficult and could have been organized more. Also, it needed to be structured with more clarity on the subjects instead of a marathon google session.

5.0
4.0
ENVS1160
Dec 11, 2005

I learned alot from this class. The work was difficult but on the whole worthwhile. I look forward to taking another class with Mr. Short.

4.0
3.0
ECOLOGY
Dec 11, 2005

Overall, I learned a lot of information in this course, and Dr. Short responded to my e-mails promptly.

3.0
3.0
ENVS1160
Dec 12, 2005

interesting class to say the least....

5.0
4.0
ENVS1160
Dec 12, 2005

Awesome prof, I loved this class. I wish all my classes were like this one.

5.0
4.0
CHEMISTRY
Dec 16, 2005

If it had not been for Doc Short, I would have failed Chemistry. He was extremely helpful. An excellent Prof.

1.0
3.0
SCIE1020
Mar 3, 2006

Same thing week in and week out. Required weekly experiments are boring and not helpful. If science is not a strong point for you, you will be totally confused during his lectures.

3.0
3.0
SCIE1020
Mar 15, 2006

He seems to enjoy teaching this class. The weekly demos help you see what you are learning. Interesting information provided.

3.0
4.0
ENVS1140A1
Apr 22, 2006

I think the course would be better taught in a classroom to provide students with more opportunity for one on one conversations.

3.0
4.0
ENVS1140
Apr 24, 2006

Some expectations were of a level higher than a basic, beginner science class.

1.0
5.0
ENVS1140
Apr 25, 2006

The assignments were much to difficult and not as useful as they could have been.

3.0
4.0
ENVS1140
Apr 25, 2006

I think this elective would be easier if taught in a classroom rather than on-line.

2.0
4.0
ENVS1140
Apr 28, 2006

Overall, the class was ok but I don't feel that the assignments went well with the chapters.

5.0
3.0
SCIE1020
Apr 28, 2006

Great teacher. Really knows science in and out, even the topics he claimed he knew nothing about. The demos not only helped with teaching ideas but when you can actually see what is happening, its always helpful. A bit challenging but still a great teacher

5.0
3.0
ENVS1140
Apr 29, 2006

Excellent course. I was challenged by some of the assignments, but I feel that I gained a lot of knowledge from it. Dr. Short is helpful and knows science quite well.

4.0
3.0
ENVS1140
Apr 29, 2006

Unlike most online professors he made ot a point ot get back to you in a timely fasion. His knowlege of the information is terrific.

4.0
4.0
ENVS1140
Apr 29, 2006

Assignments were difficult, however, were made the material more understandable. Professor always returned questions in a timely manner. Good course to take if you're interested in weather and climate

5.0
3.0
ECOLOGYOFCHAN
Jun 29, 2006

Onlineclass. responded quick for answers. Had as a pervious teacherin class and was good.

4.0
4.0
ENVS1160
Jul 4, 2006

Good course. Filled with useful information. Some test questions are impossible but most are okay. Professor Short is very helpful and knows his stuff about the environment.

4.0
3.0
ENVS1160
Jul 7, 2006

Is was easy to tell that his knowledge of the text and the content greatly exceeded what we were capable of doing online. This class would have been much better if we would have had the chance to meet with him and interact with him to really get the feel of the material

5.0
3.0
ENVS1600
Jul 8, 2006

I had fun in this class. The online activities were the best part.

3.0
4.0
ENVS1160
Jul 8, 2006

The class was completely online, so I was responsible for learning much of the material on my own. Tests were VERY hard to answer based on class material alone. A LOT of extra research goes into this class.

5.0
2.0
ENVS1160
Jul 9, 2006

The coursework was interesting and Dr. Short was very fair in his grading. The topics were interesting, fun, and something you could at least apply to your everyday life.

4.0
3.0
ECOLOGY
Jul 10, 2006

The material was very informative and interesting. The tests were hard and sometimes veered from the text. Overall I enjoyed the class.

4.0
3.0
ENVS1160
Jul 14, 2006

Had it as an online course so never had any personal interaction with professor, but he seemed very willing to help his students to any degree.

3.0
3.0
ENV1160
Jul 17, 2006

This class was taught entirely online. The structure of the class was good, but the test questions were a bit confusing. You really needed to read the questions to select the proper answer. But, overall the class was a hit!

5.0
4.0
CHEM1210
Sep 30, 2006

My favorite teacher!

3.0
4.0
ENVS1160
Jul 2, 2007

The class I took with this professor was taught entirely online. While I enjoyed the material that the class covered, I did not enjoy the professor teaching style too much. The tests did not seem to reflect the material learned in class and the assignments were rather difficult and lengthy. I would probably have preferred him as a teacher more if I

4.0
4.0
ENVS1160
Jul 5, 2007

Wonderful and interesting professor, but very little interaction with online courses.

5.0
4.0
ENVS1160
Jul 5, 2007

Constructively Speaking, I would recommend logging on every day as the professor to see if there are issues or problems with anyone.

2.0
3.0
ENVS1160
Jul 9, 2007

Course was not very difficult, but a bit confusing and inconsistent. I think had this not been completely online, I would have learned a lot more, but overall, bareable.

5.0
3.0
ENVS1160
Aug 28, 2007

Sketchy class, but Prof was very nice!

5.0
1.0
PHYS2610
Aug 29, 2007

Prof is very nice, class is o.k.

5.0
1.0
PHYS2615
Aug 30, 2007

Physics in high school was boring, this lab was quite fun. Looking forward to the next one.

1.0
5.0
ENVS1140
Mar 2, 2008

I have him as an online teacher. I can NOT figure out anything. The book is a horrible reference and he has no graphs for us to reference on his blackboard. His syllabus for the online class is for an IN class syllabus. It's absolutely ridiculous and its an ELECTIVE.

2.0
4.0
ENVS1010
Mar 16, 2008

Does not take attendance, covers a ton of material, his notes are posted, but don't give you answers/only questions left unanswered... his disorganization made it hard to figure out deadlines, etc. tests are 10 pts. each, think of how easy it is to fail one.

5.0
1.0
ENVS1160
Sep 6, 2008

Get in there!

5.0
1.0
ENVS1160
Aug 27, 2009

I like!

3.0
3.0
ENV100
Dec 9, 2009

Very hands off online class, I was dissapointed there was no input by the Professor

4.0
2.0
ENVS1000
Feb 22, 2010

Class was elective and online. Science not being my strong point, I had lots of questions that were answered. Overall a good class with some points of interest. Would recommend.

4.0
2.0
CHEM1210
Oct 26, 2010

Monotoned & quiet voice, but other than that great chem class! Provides note hand outs, and goes over the answers. Powerpoints online. Only 3 tests, which are fairly easy. Reviews a lot for tests. No final. Attendence not mandatory.

2.0
3.0
ENVS1160
Jul 28, 2011

Matieral wasn't difficult, but the test Questions and Answers didn't make sense at times. Multiple Questions would have 2 possible answers, and it's up to you to know which answer he wants.. No clear answer. The prof didn't communicate with the class much and was basically unavailable when you try to talk to him via email. Caution.

5.0
2.0
CHEM3500
Jan 9, 2013

Very clear, made class interesting and fun.

5.0
3.0
ENVS1160
Mar 26, 2013

The best teacher I have ever had.

5.0
3.0
ENVS1160
Apr 10, 2013

This guy is amazing.

5.0
2.0
ENVS1160
Apr 26, 2013

At first I was skeptical about his methods of instruction, but I surprisingly learned more than I ever thought I would. A good class and a great professor.

5.0
1.0
CHEM2210
May 2, 2013

Awesome prof in general. I really don't see how anyone could fail his class. He spelled everything out for us in class, and dumbed down the textbook to layman's terms. You can get 2 extra bonus points on every single homework. The tests were hard, but the first one you could make up and the last one was a take home. To top it all off, he curves.

5.0
1.0
CHEM1215
Apr 14, 2014

Easy going professor and an easy class. Concerned about student process. Drops lowest homework and test score.

1.0
5.0
SCIENCE
Mar 4, 2015

this was the absentee professor. took this class on line at RMU and it was as thought there was no instructor at all. A complete waste of tuition money.

4.0
3.0
CHEM1210
Grade: A
Nov 14, 2016
Would take again

He lectures every class, but he tries to make them interesting. He also understands that not everybody is a chemistry major, so he does not go heavily in detail about everything.

Respected
Clear grading criteria
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
2.0
ENVS1170
Grade: A
Feb 12, 2021
Would take again

Online class that lasted 8 weeks. A couple of quick quizzes, few discussion boards, and an essay. This was probably the easiest A I've ever gotten

Graded by few things
Clear grading criteria
3.0
2.0
ENVS1160
Grade: A
Dec 22, 2022
Would take again

I had him for a completely online class. It was pretty easy overall. He is a little difficult to get in contact with. Normally replies to emails within 2 days but sometimes takes longer. Just read the chapters and do assignments/discussion posts early in week and you will be fine.

Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
Online Savvy
4.0
2.0
ENV1160
Grade: A+
Oct 29, 2024
Would take again

I took this class online, and it was honestly easy. I had a few gripes with the way the class was set up, but overall, it was an easy A+. Getting in contact with the teacher was hit or miss, but he did get back to me in a reasonable time. In this class, he has an area where you can get 10 extra credit points, which is nice. I would take again.

EXTRA CREDIT
Test heavy
4.0
2.0
ENVS1160
Grade: A
Apr 6, 2025
Would take again

Every week, we had to "read" two chapters. There was a quiz on the two chapters that can be found on Quizlet every week and you had to summarize the chapters on the discussion board. Overall, just busywork and not too difficult, about three hours a week were required.

Clear grading criteria
4.0
3.0
ENV1160
Grade: A
Aug 11, 2025
Would take again

Class was pretty easy; it was discussion posts galore with a quiz for each chapter. As long as you do the work on time, and take it seriously, this is a great professor. Overall, nothing negative to say about proffesor.

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
2.0
3.0
SCIENCE
Grade: Rather not say
Nov 7, 2025
Would take again

This professor wouldn't be so bad if he were just more prepared. Slide information and assignments are very outdated/from the 2000s, he comes up with criteria and changes info as he goes, which makes things confusing. No tests, just lots of homework. Not really a fun nor helpful class.

Tough grader
Participation matters
Lots of homework
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

0%

Textbook Required

80%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

A-

71% confidence
Based on 7 grades
Most common grades:
A (5)
D (1)
A+ (1)
Grade Distribution
A(6)B(0)C(0)D(1)F(0)A-/B+(0)
Based on 8 reported grades
A: 5
D: 1
A+: 1
Rather not say: 1
Common Tags
Clear grading criteria (5)
Participation matters (2)
Respected (1)
LECTURE HEAVY (1)
Graded by few things (1)
Get ready to read (1)
Online Savvy (1)
EXTRA CREDIT (1)
Rating Trend

Stable

-0.18 avg change
Feb
Dec
Oct
Apr
Aug
Nov
Last 6 months
Ratings by Course

METEROLOGY

5.0

(1)

CHEMI

5.0

(1)

ENVS1140A

5.0

(1)

CHEM

5.0

(1)

ECOLOGYOFCHAN

5.0

(1)
+21 more courses
Difficulty by Course

CHEMISTRY

4.5

ENV1140

4.0

ENVS1140A1

4.0

ENVS1010

4.0

SCIENCE

4.0

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