2.5

David Volz

Communication - Miami Dade College (all)

2.5
Quality
2.1
Difficulty
51%
Would Retake
106
Reviews
2.5
Quality
2.1
Difficulty
2.4
Helpful
2.6
Clarity

51%

Would Retake

106

Reviews

Rating Distribution
Official

5

16

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26

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What Students Say

In order to receive an A, you have to try extremely hard

SPC1017 - 2.0 rating

Professor Volz does not grade fairly, be weary of this

SPC1017 - 2.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

60%

Textbook Required

57%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

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Predicted Grade

A-

95% confidence
Based on 52 grades
Most common grades:
A (26)
A+ (10)
A- (9)
Grade Distribution
A(36)B(2)C(0)D(0)F(0)A-/B+(14)
Based on 55 reported grades
A: 26
A+: 10
A-: 9
B+: 5
Common Tags
Graded by few things (16)
Tough grader (11)
Participation matters (10)
Tough Grader (7)
GROUP PROJECTS (7)
Hilarious (6)
Clear grading criteria (6)
Group projects (5)
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Ratings by Course

SPC1107

3.0

(2)

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2.8

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2.5

(2)

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2.1

(22)

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2.0

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Difficulty by Course

SPEECH

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Reviews (106)
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3.0
SPC1026
Mar 9, 2004

I hated this guy soooo much! He's just there to get a paycheck. He sleeps during your speeches and doesn't teach at all. He confessed to the class that he uses a "socialistic" grading scale. (everyone gets the same grade)! It's a huge waste of t

3.0
1.0
SPC1026
Jun 29, 2005

this guy sounds like the guy from clear eyes comercial but its an easy B no matter how sh*tty your speach is you still get a B

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5.0
SPEECH
Sep 9, 2005

one word.... ****. hes not interested in teaching or what you have to say. hes not understanding at all. even if you are in the hospital for a week like i was he didnt care and gave me like 4 F's.

3.0
1.0
SPC2600
Sep 28, 2005

This guy doesn't teach for****! He pretty much just gives you busy work. The speeches are all extremely easy, and unless you're a complete idiot you'll walk away from every speech with an A or a B. The class has no structure whatsoever. Forget your pens and pencils kids, bring the flip flops and pajama's. Welcome to day care. I'd highly recommend taking this guy if you don't want to really do any work..

2.0
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SPC1026
Nov 9, 2005

If Nepolian Dynomite and Ben Stein (the clear eyes guy) had a love child it would be him. He says to "speak up" when you present your speech but when he lecturing HE mumbles. if you actually want to go into public speaking i suggest you take someone elses class.

1.0
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SPC2600
Mar 3, 2006

Oh my gosh......this man is crazy!!!! I have never had a professor who is so stupid. This man tells the students to PROJECT their voice when presenting, but when he talks the students are strening our eardrums to hear and understand what he is saying. And oh..... his grading scale, he has no grading scale. We give him "A" work and we get "B" grades

1.0
3.0
SPC1026
Mar 8, 2006

I can not stand this guy.He gives u the same grade as every1 else,even if ur speech was 20 times better. He acts like nepolian dynamite and will bore ur brains out.It is a pretty simple class and u will get an easy "B", but i think i deserved more than that.I would not recomednd him to anyone, b/c u will keep trying and trying to achieve an "A".

1.0
2.0
SPC1023
Mar 29, 2006

The absolute worst professor I've ever had in Miami Dade. He believes that his class is the most important, yet it is so stupid and pointless. The reviews are TRUE: he only gives B's even if you have an amazing speech!! He's just horrible!! DON'T TAKE HIS CLASS!!

1.0
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SPC1026
May 5, 2006

GET OUT WHILR YOU STILL CAN HE IS HORRIBLE TAKE ANOTHER TEACHER...PLEASE SAVE YOURSELVES...IF YOU HAVE NO OTHER CHOICE FOR A TEACHER I WOULD WAIT FOR THE FOLLOWING SEMESTER... HE SUCKS A$$...DEFENATELY A WASTE OF YOUR MONEY!

2.0
3.0
SPC1026
May 17, 2006

Gives everyone B's, even if their speech deserved and A.Extremely boring!He'll give you a 90 if you choose a topic that HE wants to hear about.He falls asleep in class;Sometimes even while someone is presenting.If you want to slack off and pull a B then take him, if you want an A take the class with someone who knows more about Speaking to people!

1.0
3.0
SPC1026
Jun 13, 2006

Volz is HORRIBLE. There is NO point in going to class if there isn't anything due. It's ridiculous. You can get a standing ovation by the class on every speech and still get a B in the class. He doesn't give real constructive criticism. I haven't learned anything about public speaking principles. Please, for your sake, take it with someone better!

1.0
3.0
SPEECHCOMMUN
Jul 5, 2006

This is the worst professor that there has ever been in the history of Miami-Dade...well, at least while I've been there...Not only is he extremely boring, but he gives the entire class the same grade. He looks like an older version of Napoleon Dynamite! If you think Napoleon Dynamite is boring...meet his older brother! =P

1.0
5.0
SPC1026
Jul 27, 2006

baD TEACHER. NEVER TAKE HIM AND HE HATE 80S HEAVY METAL MUSIC

1.0
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SPC1026
Aug 3, 2006

Focus on a PERFECT outline. All the info on your speach has to be totally in the outline. Hes more of an ENC 1102 prof. Than speach. DOESNT PAY ATTENTION TO OUR SPEACHES!!!!!((((EASY CLASS BUT TOUGH GRADER)))

1.0
5.0
SPC1026
Jan 2, 2007

You should be prepared for self teaching.

2.0
1.0
SPC1026
Mar 5, 2007

I've been getting As and Bs and even though I have more As than Bs in that class, at the end of the semester I will walk out with an 89%. This guy gives EVERYONE the same grade. I can say my speech without any readin & awesome voice pitch & and I will get a 92 compared to the guy next to me who read str8 from his paper and got an 86.

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SPC1026
Aug 16, 2007

Let me start by saying that he "teaches" a SPEECH class, so he should speak clearly. He doesn't teach. He doesn't pay attention to your speeches. Always has the same critic no matter if your speech was the best of the class..."A little more details and examples, please". Not professional. He pays more attention to your attendance than the class.

3.0
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SPC1026
Jun 20, 2007

i got an A in the class but i had to struggle...if you want an easy A take it with another professor...if you want an easy B take this guy.

1.0
5.0
SPC1026
Sep 11, 2007

DO NOT TAKE THE CLASS WITH THIS TEACHER, IT IS THE WORST THING, DOES THE IMPOSSIBLE LIFE TO ALL. DROP THE CLASS IF YOU CAN. IT IS A NIGHTMARE WITHOUT END.. =(

1.0
5.0
SPC1026
Sep 11, 2007

DO NOT TAKE HIM DROP THE CLASS. A.S.A.P

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3.0
SPEECSPEE
Oct 21, 2007

THIS IS ONE OF THE WORST PROFESSORS AT MIAMI DADE! dont ever take his class... he is so slow and never answers your questions, and it is almoust impossible for him to give you an A.

5.0
1.0
SPC1026
Jan 10, 2008

very easy teacher.doesnt really matter if you come to class often.He takes attendance becuz of school req.. You will have a speech assignment due every other week. Very easy, on current topics. Doesn't make you dress up, or memorize anything. You can read st8 from the paper & get an A. Speech papers are only an essay outline, only 1 page long.

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5.0
SPC1026
Apr 23, 2008

All that you have read is true. This guy is a duchebag. He Talks in mono tone, and he said it to every one in class "You'll never get an A" DROP OR CHANGE CLASS ASAP!!!! Hurry your life depands on it. He comes in late and his tie looks like crap. Looks like its from Good Will. He tells you to get a book the week before midterm and study chs 1-7.

1.0
2.0
SPC1060
May 31, 2008

Another professor with a lose screw. However, he is one of those professor's that will continue to give you B if you got a B on the first assignment. He's rude and talks down to his students. Not a good idea to take him. He has no interest in how well you do in his class.

5.0
1.0
SPC1026
Nov 1, 2008

I LOVEDDDD HIMM ! ONE OF THE FEEW CLASSES I ACTUALLY LOOKED FORWARD TOO. I RECOMMEND HIM TO ANYONE. HES FUNNY AND I LOVEDDD THE DEBATES IN HIS CLASS LOL <333

1.0
1.0
SPC1026
Dec 6, 2008

HORRIBLE.... SOOOO BOOORRRRIIINNNGGGG... YOU HAVE A SPEECH EVERY WEEK BUT THEY'RE USUALLY EASY. BASICALLY WHAT YOU WILL GET IN THE CLASS IS WHAT YOU GET IN YOUR FIRST PAPER HE'LL ALWAYS GIVE YOU THE SAME GRADES. ATTENDANCE= NOT MANDATORY. I WOULD SHOW UP TO ONLY THE SPEECH. BUT HE SUCKS =/ AND IS SLOW!

3.0
1.0
SPC1026
Jun 19, 2009

OMG!!! WHY IS EVERYONE COMPLAINING!! MR. VOLZ WAS PROBABLY THE EASIEST CLASS I WILL EVER TAKE!! HE WAS SOOOO FUNNY AND YES MONOTONE BUT LET ME TELL YOU I KNOW EVERY MORNING ID WAKE UP TO CRACK UP IN THAT CLASS. HE IS HILARIOUS AND HE JUST ACTS SO WEIRD THAT ITS FUNNY. BEST CLASS IVE EVER TAKEN EASY AS HELL AND ULL DEF PASS! TAKE HIM!

5.0
1.0
SPC1026
Jul 11, 2009

Professor Voltz is a great professor and has a very understandable way of explaining the assignments and the important reasons for speech. I took his class on Saturday mornings at 8a.m. for the spring and he was great. I got an A in the class. He lets you know areas of improvement when presenting your speech which speaks for itself. Take him!

5.0
1.0
SPC1017
Dec 16, 2009

Yes hes monotone, but who cares when his class is the simplest class i have ever taken in my life. Its an easy A for sure if you do your 4 speeches and your midterm. After that your set, he really cares about his class. Hes easy didnt even need to buy a book. If required take him hes really simple.

5.0
1.0
SPC1026
Apr 23, 2010

I TOOK PROFESSOR VOLTZ FOR SPC1026 WHICH WAS BEFORE IT WAS CHANGED TO SPC1017. HE IS A GREAT PROFESSOR AND THE STRUCTURE OF HIS CLASS IS GREAT. HE IS VERY HELPFUL AND CARES THAT YOU SUCCEED IN LIFE AND ENCOURAGES YOU TO BECOME A MORE CONFIDENT SPEAKER. I ENJOYED HIS CLASS A LOT. THANK YOU SO MUCH PROFESSOR VOLTZ!

4.0
3.0
SPC1017
Jul 7, 2010

Man, is this teacher funny. borning class, but he makes it funny. Got an A in his class. Does two test, stright from the book. Study the question from the book, due the essays he requestes and you got an A. Monotone, but you gotta love him for tring to cool. take his class, he is very dedicated to making you a better speaker.

4.0
3.0
SPC1017
Jul 7, 2010

Man, is this teacher funny. borning class, but he makes it funny. Got an A in his class. Does two test, stright from the book. Study the questions from the book, due the essays he requestes and you got an A. Monotone, but you gotta love him for tring to cool. take his class, he is very dedicated to making you a better speaker.

3.0
1.0
SPC1017
Sep 20, 2010

Professor Voltz seems to always be unprepared for class. I don't know what discussing the current job crisis has to do with us actually improving our public speaking skills. The only time I ever felt this class would help with that was the first day when he showed a video about PS. Other than that, he talks about unrelevant things.

1.0
5.0
SPCH101
Oct 13, 2010

Horrible, he can not come up with reasons for why he gives you the grade he does, It is nearly impossible to receive and A unless you are a girl and you talk about something he wants to hear about

4.0
1.0
SPC1017
Oct 18, 2010

hes super easy definitley take him. hes funny sometimes and ussually you cant understand a word thats coming from his mouth.

3.0
1.0
SPC1017
Dec 4, 2010

he's so easy! DO ALL OF HIS ASSIGNMENTS! if you do you will get a B for sure! no matter how much your speech sucks! however, if you want an A make sure your outlines are great and that you talk about something that'll interest him... he hates giving out A's but it's not impossible

2.0
1.0
SPC1017
Dec 14, 2010

Short & sweet: -He's dull -He's conservative and will debate points with you if he doesn't agree with your POV -Doesn't give higher than 92 on assignments -Repeats things a million times -Will give you a lower score for too much research -Get 100% on midterm and do assignments, A in the class. -Midterm questions come from book, graded by each other

2.0
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SPC1017
Dec 16, 2010

SUPERRRR EASY! Don't expect to get more OR less than a B in your Speeches. You can read from your paper, he doesn't really care, just make a nice outline. The midterm will only include the last 10 questions after each chapter in the book (only reason why you need to buy the book) For the process speech bring cookies and you'll get an A. Seriously.

3.0
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SPC1017
Mar 8, 2011

SLACKKKK class!!!!! Do pretty outlines and just read good and he'll give you a 90. Do all assignments and you'll get an A easily!!! When kids do speeches he allows you to walk out if you finished yours so go first! Nothing higher than a 92 on speeches though but overall slack but boring class!

2.0
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AABBSPC
Jan 27, 2012

Does not explain clearly and does not provide example of what he requires. For a professor who teaches communication his speaking abilities are mediocre at best. Very dull, and unenthusiastic.

2.0
2.0
SPC1017
Apr 19, 2012

He DOES NOT grade fairly. you will usually get a score of 88 and his class is boring. Regardless it was pretty easy

3.0
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SPC1017
Sep 10, 2012

The way Professor Volz speaks reminds me of the "Clear Eyes Guy" which is kind of ironic since he is teaching us how to give speeches. The speeches he gave were boring & inconsistent. To get an A just speak clearly, make eye contact with the class & have a good outline with references. Attend every class on time so it does not effect your grade.

1.0
2.0
SPC1107
Feb 12, 2013

Bothe the class and the professor are a joke. you dont have anything to do. just download an essay from internet, make look as anoutline he would like and read clearly. that will get u to a B. NOTE: if you do a big effort u will get a B, if you dont go to class and just do what i just said, you will get a B as well.

1.0
3.0
SPC1017
Apr 4, 2013

This guy is a HORRIBLE Professor, unflexible, he WILL get on your nerves. I had him and he is a complete pr!ck. DO NOT TAKE THIS CLASS.

1.0
2.0
SPC1017
Grade: Not_Sure_Yet
Jan 29, 2014

He doesn't speak clearly even though this a speech class I cant understand because of the way he speak. He never gives a better grade than 88 even if you do a really good presentation.his grading is very unfair. Really boring don't waste your time with this professor

3.0
1.0
SPC1017
Grade: A+
Jun 26, 2014

he was great have the midterm answer really couldn't understand him but the assignments where clearly mostly all speeches where in groups so pick the classmates wisely he will work with you if you go talk to him after class i would take him again always late to class if you take him in the morning because he lives far but his always there

2.0
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SPC1017
Oct 30, 2014

Very monotone and a tough grader. Honestly, don't go all out with your speeches because no matter what you do to impress him, he will always give you a lower grade than what you deserve. Your final grade is determined by your final essay and he deducts points based on assignments you've missed. He has weird humor which is funny if you're into that.

3.0
3.0
SPC1017
Grade: B+
Nov 7, 2014

This class was probably one of the most pointless classes I've taken in college. All he makes you do is chose a topic, write and outline and present it out loud in class. His class is extremely boring and we never used the book

2.0
1.0
SPC1017
Grade: A-
Nov 9, 2014

PLEASE do the speeches and make it look like you put effort into doing it! He never gives anything higher than a 94 on anyone's speeches even if it was the best speech of life! Easy and slack class though, you can leave once you're done with the speech. Try to avoid this teacher!!!!!

2.0
3.0
SPC1017
Grade: A-
Dec 11, 2014

Professor Volz does not grade fairly, be weary of this. This class is easy, but only because said professor arbitrarily grades his five assigned speeches, 20 question midterm, and final expository essay between 83% and 94% out of 100%. You can turn in a random outline found online and expect the same grade as someone who worked for days on end.

3.0
2.0
SPC1017
Grade: A
Dec 12, 2014

He likes to mumble when explaining assignments. All he gives is outlines. 45% of his grades will come from references. There's 5 presentations, a midterm that consists of vocabulary, and a final essay talking about influential speakers. He's an easy grader. I would recommend him. Only uses the textbook for midterm vocabulary.

5.0
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SPC1017
Dec 13, 2014

Tough grader, but over all good professor!

1.0
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SPC1017
Jan 29, 2015

Do not take this class. i repeat, do not take this class. you will see speech with a professor that does not know how to speak properly. he wont give any more than 90 and he doesn't have a grading criteria.

1.0
4.0
SPC1017
Grade: A+
Apr 10, 2015

He changes his mind about the final grades. You can barely understand him. And he's a speech teacher? C'mon. It doesn't make sense, because he's the one judging you on your presentation. He also repeats himself a lot, it's unnecessary.

1.0
2.0
SPC1017
Apr 13, 2015

At the beginning of the semester I was looking forward to speech.. Shortly after the first week (maybe) I realized that I was going to DREAD it.. Professor Volz is a nice guy, and very slack.. But he won't be open minded to your opinions or thoughts and has unrealisticoffensive solutions for everything.. He looks and talks like he hates his job.

2.0
3.0
SPC1017
Apr 30, 2015

As long as you have an outline and references, you're bound to get a B. In order to receive an A, you have to try extremely hard. Don't really need the textbook, and he's extremely monotone which is kinda ironic considering he's a speech professor.

1.0
1.0
SPC1017
Grade: A
May 4, 2015

If you wanna learn how to make a good speech, do not take him. This class is the opposite of it. And do not buy the book.

3.0
1.0
SPC1017
Grade: A
Jul 28, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Prof. Volz is just an okay professor. If you keep asking him questions to improve your speech and actually try you can easily get an A or a B. Make sure to not skip any assignments either! This class is more reading off an outline and peppering in some remarks on the fly rather than a speech. The class overall was pretty easy to me.

3.0
2.0
SPC1017
Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 19, 2016
Would take again

Really easy class, however, he is very monotone and hardly gives any A's on speeches. He's a nice guy ,if you're looking for an easy class take him. Whatever you do, don't buy the book.

Tough Grader
GROUP PROJECTS
3.0
1.0
SPC1017
Grade: A
Mar 15, 2017
Would take again

This class is extremely easy. He only assigns six speeches throughout the entire semester. Very easy topics. He is monotone and rather dull. The book is not necessary nor is attendance. It is difficult to receive an A. However I have gotten a 91 on all on my speeches. His class is an easy GPA booster but don't expect to learn much at all.

Tough Grader
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
GROUP PROJECTS
3.0
2.0
SPC1017
Grade: A+
Apr 18, 2017
Would take again

This class is an easy A, as long as you do all your speeches. He doesn't count attendance, is monotone, but is a caring teacher, and kind.

Tough Grader
Participation matters
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
4.0
1.0
SPC1017
Grade: A
Jul 18, 2017
Would take again

Easiest class I have taken. Six speeches, 2 group projects. All you have to do is make a clear outline and use lots of sources. You don't even need to memorize you can read your paper from hand. Don't get upset if you don't get higher than an 93 on your last paper. It will eventually average out to an A. If this is not you major... ITS A MUST.

Participation matters
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
GROUP PROJECTS
4.0
3.0
SPC1017
Grade: A
Jul 28, 2017
Would take again

Professor Volz was very conversational and cooperative with the students' opinions, but I don't like how tough of a grader he is. If you don't do all your assignments, you will not be guaranteed an A. It's an easy class, just make sure you use more than ten references in each speech and present enthusiastically in order to get a good grade.

Tough Grader
Hilarious
GROUP PROJECTS
4.0
1.0
SPC1017
Grade: A
Oct 25, 2017
Would take again

All you have to do to pass is do his powerpoint projects(group). 3 of them are in group. and 2 are by yourself. EASIEST class ever. All you do is sit there and listen to your classmates talk. THIS CLASS IS FOR PEOPLE THAT ARE NOT MAJORING IN COMMUNICATION. Have fun.

Tough Grader
Participation matters
GROUP PROJECTS
2.0
2.0
SPC1017
Grade: A-
Nov 1, 2017
Would take again

His class is pretty easy to pass, the only graded work is 6 essays that you present to the class, and he will oddly ever give anyone 100% on a paper, most he usually gives is a 91%. he's really monotone and you won't understand his words sometimes but it's an easy A so get him if you just wanna pass. Also always have an outline.

Tough Grader
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
GROUP PROJECTS
3.0
2.0
SPC1017
Grade: A-
Mar 6, 2018
Wouldn't take again

The class is pretty chill. Each class, there are mini presentations, just standing up from your seat. You get to choose out of 3 topics and it can be really quick, usually a few seconds long. Though the class is kinda boring and the professor is monotone. 2 group presentations and 4 individual presentations. It is really hard to get above a 95 tho.

Tough Grader
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
GROUP PROJECTS
5.0
1.0
SPC1017
Grade: A
May 6, 2018
Would take again

This was the easiest class Ive ever took, all the other reviews are bad. you got two group speeches and 4 individual speeches. You can literally just read off of the paper and its like writing a 500 word essay every two weeks and presenting it , everyone one who doesnt like the class clearly is an idiot and doesnt want an easy A

3.0
2.0
SPC1017
Grade: A+
Jan 2, 2020
Would take again

One of the easiest classes i ever took. For real there is almost no way not to pass this class. Just do all the papers, literally just read everything from your paper and you good. He doesnt look like he even cares, he gives all the time just 85% or 90% nothing else.

Group projects
5.0
1.0
SPC1107
Grade: A
Nov 2, 2019
Would take again

Easiest class you'll ever take. Although, you'll never get a 100, settle for 90s on the assignments. Only way to fail his class is to skip his assignments and not do them. Just read off the paper on the presentations. There's a mixture of group and solo presentations. You don't have to be a good writer to get a good grade on the speeches.

Group projects
Tough grader
2.0
4.0
SPC1017
Apr 4, 2020
Wouldn't take again

This professor is just impossible to understand, it almost sounds like he gets only 4 hours of sleep and could care less about his job & students. He spent the entire first day ranting aimlessly about how much he hates multiple choice tests. Had to drop immediately after one day, if you like intimidating, careless professors, this guy is for you

2.0
3.0
SPC1017
Grade: A+
Apr 25, 2020
Wouldn't take again

There are 3 group speeches and 3 individual speeches. He is extremely monotone and half the time I could not understand a word he would say. DONT buy the textbook! It was a complete waste of money and I didn't open it once. Every class he rants about politics and he does not teach how to give a speech. Don't expect to learn anything from this class

3.0
1.0
SPC1017
Grade: A+
May 2, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Professor Volz is a boring teacher that likes to just talk about politics. The grades he gives are 90's, he barely gives 100%. This is the easiest class you can take but it is a waste of time as you don't learn anything about speech.

Graded by few things
Group projects
3.0
2.0
SPC1017
Grade: A
May 11, 2020
Wouldn't take again

No clear grading criteria but mostly gives high Bs or low As. Overall, an easy class to get an A in. Class is boring and mostly consists of presentations from students rather than lectures from professor. No need to buy textbook.

Graded by few things
Group projects
2.0
1.0
SPC1017
Grade: A
Jun 1, 2020
Wouldn't take again

His class is very easy: only gives high Bs or low As. Just don't read from your paper while presenting and you'll do fine. Come prepared on your topic because sometimes he likes to ask questions about it. Overall, an average class; the professor is quite monotone and does not really teach. The textbook is expensive and you won't use it .

Group projects
3.0
2.0
SPC1017
Grade: A-
Dec 18, 2020
Would take again

This is a really easy course but I also took it online because of corona. Hes very monotone and hard to understand when hes speaking.

Tough grader
3.0
3.0
SPC1017
Grade: A
Dec 18, 2020
Would take again

The main part of his class is just creating outlines and presenting them, he does have a tougher kind of grading when he is reading those papers. You have to present, and I took his class online. He doesn't really know too much about technology and he has a very monotone voice. But overall, it's an easy class to pass.

Participation matters
So many papers
Tough grader
1.0
1.0
SPC1017
Grade: A
Apr 28, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Only 6 assignments, they are all outlines of your speeches that you present. It is easy, he is just extremely unorganized, does not respond to emails. People just read off their papers or laptop, some don't even turn on their camera, he's clueless and does not care. No matter the effort and how stellar your paper is he will always give a low grade.

Graded by few things
Tough grader
3.0
3.0
SPC2608
Grade: A-
May 1, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Okay class. I am not sure how he grades but no matter what, no one was able to get above a 92 on any paper. If you want an A, you will have to put a bit more effort in, but, if you are fine with a B; then this class is not much effort. You have to write 5 outlines for essays which you present in class and one final essay. That's all he grades on.

Participation matters
Graded by few things
Tough grader
1.0
1.0
SPC1017
Grade: A
Dec 20, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Easiest class youll ever take, but you wont learn anything from him. He doesnt care at all. Some dont turn on their camera for presentations, but does it matter? I never gotten above a 91 on any presentation. Its a gamble his grading system how he grades. Settle for high Bs or low As. If youre fine with a B, super easy but an A, a bit tough

Skip class? You won't pass.
Graded by few things
Tough grader
3.0
2.0
SPC1017
Grade: A
Jan 5, 2022
Wouldn't take again

He is a good person and i do believe he attempts to teach our class, but not about communicating. He encourages us to do good in life and not to care about what others think. Also, he grades everyone almost the same. Try or don't try you'll pass. The class is basically a completion grade. He gives 5 speeches and an essay. You can read of the paper.

Participation matters
Inspirational
So many papers
2.0
3.0
SPC1017
Grade: B+
Mar 4, 2022
Wouldn't take again

This class is only graded on 6 assignments, and it's pretty much impossible to get 100 points on a speech. Pick a controversial topic and after the speech he will begin ranting nonsense. When I took the class he ranted about Afghanistan, college debt, politics, and very adamant about bottling up your feelings instead of going to therapy. Just say'n

Graded by few things
Tough grader
4.0
2.0
SPC1017
Grade: A
Mar 8, 2022
Would take again

Professor Volz's class is not as bad as the rating suggests. He tells you from the beginning the topics and dates for the speeches you'll need to deliver. He gives you a good grade as long as you have around 15 sources. He's funny and allows you to chill as long as you don't interrupt someone else giving a speech.

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
Hilarious
3.0
4.0
SPC1017
Apr 13, 2022
Wouldn't take again

Though he was not a terrible professor, the grading criteria made it nearly impossible to earn about a 90% on an assignments. Though participating in class discussions doesnt matter to your grade, I suggest being more interactive because if he favors you he will give you better grades.

Tough grader
Graded by few things
2.0
3.0
SPC2608
Grade: A
May 23, 2022

He literally doesn't care about the quality of your speeches as long as you talk; if you have 6+ sources you'll be fine. Grades are off-hand and he rants a lot

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
Lecture heavy
5.0
1.0
SPC1017
Grade: A
Dec 7, 2022
Would take again

He was very straightforward with what he wanted for each assignment. There is a total of 6 assignments (5 speeches and 1 essay). I was nervous after reading all the reviews on him, but the class is super easy. I totally recommend taking this class with him!

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
Caring
4.0
2.0
SPC1017
Grade: A-
Dec 9, 2022
Would take again

i was warned by alot of people to not take his class. i took it anyway and i don't regret it. This class is a guaranteed high B. its true that its difficult to get an A but i promise youre not failing. theres no hw and only 6 assignments. in the syllabus he says he takes points off for not going to class(thts not true) he's nice but hard to email.

Clear grading criteria
Graded by few things
2.0
3.0
SPC1017
Grade: B+
Jan 25, 2023

L professor lowkeyyy. 6 assignments but no rubric for what he wants. Getting a high score is hard because you have no idea what he's looking for, except for a vague little paragraph in the syllabus. not tech savvy at all. literally just emails you the syllabus and that's the only thing you have for the course. just talks a lot.

Tough grader
Graded by few things
5.0
1.0
SPC1017
Grade: B+
Apr 14, 2023
Would take again

this guy is goated, he's lowkey off a Xan every day but as long as he gives me good grades, he can keep popping them hoes. this guy is super easy.

2.0
2.0
SPC1017
Grade: B
Apr 26, 2023

If you want to learn how to write outlines, get tips on how to publicly speak, etc., don't apply to this class with volz! if you want an easy B with no classwork and boring attendance-mandatory lectures, go for it! I didn't even go to class and still got a B (he won't give out A's). he might fall asleep in the middle of class. waste of time.

1.0
1.0
SPC1017
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 8, 2023

Doesn't teach about communication whatsoever and only assigns 6 essays to write and present. Yaps about whatever he has on his mind, which is never relevant to the class. Always gives people grades ranging from about 86-94, making it very hard to get an A in his class, and the criteria isn't on the syllabus. Absolute waste of money.

Graded by few things
1.0
1.0
SPC1017
Grade: A
Nov 9, 2023

Professional yapper, but never talks about what his class is about, speech. He goes from talking about the babies his students will have to playing videos about anti-gravity UFOs. He clearly does not give AF about his class and somehow repeats the same voice lines in different classes. The scores he gives out are arbitrary and he def favors girls.

5.0
1.0
SPC1017
Grade: B+
Nov 20, 2023
Would take again

Easy class, funny and chill professor, definitely worth a try!

Inspirational
Caring
Respected
1.0
4.0
SPC1017
Grade: A
Dec 6, 2023

He never gives anything higher than a 90. If you complete the presentation perfectly, the most he will give you is a 93 and tell you that you need to speak up (even if you are yelling). He is rude whenever you ask any questions and is very monotone. If you are trying to learn something from this course, do not take this professor.

Graded by few things
5.0
1.0
SPC1017
Grade: A
Dec 11, 2023
Would take again

The easiest in-person class you'll ever take. You go in, read an essay, and leave. 6 essays the whole semester and all he wants is for you to read it to the class. He'll ramble from time to time but the class is only 50 minutes anyways. You give the paper to him to read and you get it back, NO TURN-IT-IN so yk what that means. Super easy.

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
Graded by few things
5.0
1.0
SPC1017
Grade: A+
Dec 11, 2023
Would take again

You only have 6 assignments: 5 speeches and 1 SHORT essay. Follow the outline in the book for all speeches. For those of you who are shy with public speaking or can't memorize don't worry you can bring your outline with you as u present. ALSO if you complete all 6 assignments you're GUARANTEED an A or a B. Definitely take him.

Caring
2.0
1.0
SPC1017
Grade: A-
Dec 13, 2023

you can paraphrase from certain "internet sources" everything for his class and just put 10+ sources to receive the A. read off your paper verbatim and you will get an A. He gives girls higher grades.

Tough grader
So many papers
Graded by few things
5.0
1.0
SPC1017
Grade: A+
Mar 12, 2024
Would take again

TAKE THIS CLASS IF YOU WANT AN A!!!!!!!! If you are looking for an easy class then this is the way to go!!!!!!! I am a high school student and the last class on my mind was his and I still finished with an A. He makes you do presentations but you never get anything less than 88% and if you put more than 10 sources you get an A!!!!!!!!

Participation matters
Hilarious
1.0
1.0
SPC1017
Grade: A
May 1, 2024

I'll try to keep it simple and short. Gave all the girls in the class A's and all the guys in the class B's, even if the guys did a better job and showed up to most classes. I know a guy who guy who got 5 88% out of the 6 assignments. A girl who rarely showed up did a speech about why dogs are better than cats and ended with an A in the class.

1.0
1.0
SPC1017
Grade: B
Oct 30, 2024

This professor was terrible all he does is play a 20 minute video about whatever topic he wants then has use do presentations. He also only gives the guys 88% and all the girls 93% no matter how good there presentations are. Furthermore he also has the grade in his grade book before we even do the presentations.

4.0
1.0
SPC1017
Grade: A
Feb 4, 2025
Would take again

Easy A class with a laid-back professor. Just follow the outline and you're guaranteed a good grade. unstuck study was a lifesaver for speech prep - highly recommend!

1.0
3.0
SPC1017
Grade: A-
Mar 13, 2025

I don't know how this professor isn't fired. He made very inappropriate comments to underage girls about how they can give birth once they're 18, he yelled a lot, AND he roasted some ppl's outfits on the first day. He doesnt teach anything, u can just ai generate ur speech and read it off the paper to get a 90 (he doesnt give anything higher)

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Graded by few things
1.0
1.0
SPC1017
Grade: A+
Jul 8, 2025

Total waste of time. We watched CNN all day every class and was graded off 6 speeches in which it was impossible to get any higher than a 94. He never actually listens to your speech and you can tell because he starts asking questions that are unrelated to your topic. Easy A if you do the speeches but he rage baits

Graded by few things
3.0
1.0
SPC1017
Grade: A
Jul 29, 2025
Would take again

Legit sat in his class for 6 weeks didn't learn a thing. He didn't teach us anything on presenting and just said put more enthusiasm in speeches. If you want a free class would recommend but if you want to learn wouldn't recommend. He is a pretty funny dude and the work is overall easy saw people cheat with AI in class.

Participation matters
Hilarious
Graded by few things
5.0
1.0
SPC1017
Grade: A
Oct 17, 2025
Would take again

Super easy class, and he's so funny. He's not a tough grader at all; just do what he wants, and it's an easy A. No heavy tests and loves talking to his students about anything. super open-minded. Easy A for sure.

3.0
1.0
SPC1017
Grade: A
Dec 12, 2025
Would take again

Professor Volz just dont care about his class. If you do the 6 speeches, you're fine you are going to pass with an A or B. His grading is random, so GOOD LUCK!!! But if you just ganna chill, take him

Hilarious
5.0
1.0
SPC1017
Grade: A+
Dec 29, 2025
Would take again

Overall such an easy class, he is very nice and tries to inspire his students and encourage them to speak even when nervous. his class overall has made me less nervous of public speaking and has improved my writing and communication skills. he is very misunderstood. I would 100% take his class again he's very funny and interactive with the class

Clear grading criteria
Inspirational
Hilarious
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