Genius, very funny, friendly, patient, creative, wrote the class book

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Great guy and fun class but not an easy one. Very tough essay grader. If you dont want to write 10 essays do not take. I enjoyed the class even tho it was very difficult.

mr. hoffman is an incredible, amazing teacher who truly cares about his students and helping them become the best writers they can be by breaking traditional molds. Be prepared to work hard, but learn great material from an awesome passionate teacher.

Hard class!! Fast pace and not for slackers. If you want to become an excellent writer, then take his class.

He's a HARD teacher but he's very good. I learned so much from that class and the classics we read are well taught and analyzed. Good in class open discussions. I was very impressed even though i didn't do as well as i would have liked. =)

I am currently taking Gary's Bible Lit class and am so intruiged with his style of teaching. He's awesome, though the class is quite hard. Attend every class and you'll be okay. He's so intelligent that he's oddly sexy.

Hard class, but it will make you a better writer...great reading, movies and discussion. He is an amazing professor and a really nice guy.

Gary was great! He was always very helpful, and he really wants his students to become better writers. He is not an easy grader, but if you do put everything he wants in the paper in a creative way then you will do fine.

One of my top 5 Prof. in my college career including university Prof's. Have to be prepared to put some work into his class but you will become a better writer in the end. Grades his papers on the tough side but gives you a chance to revise them. Quality teacher and human being, plus has the best dry sense of humor.

Favorite prof EVER. the class is hard, and the assignments are unique, but my writing is infinitely better because of gary's class. not for jc morons who want an easy a, or english major wannabes who don't know how to really read. very funny, very nice guy.

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Fantastic way of teaching. Extremely helpful. Humorous. Tough class.

tough class, but worth every second. class discussions are fantastic, broad, fun, and always based in the literature. bible as lit was the best class i've taken in four years.

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Probably one of the most interesting classes i've ever taken with a very knowledgable professor, granted he can be stuck in his own view on issues and unwilling to accept opposition to it.

Great class! A new movie every session, loose discussion afterwards, and a total of six papers per semester. His teaching is funny, honest, VERY articulate and rooted in reality rather than just books and movies. His criteria for the papers are wacky (taught from his own book of writing techniques) but ultimately pretty interesting and useful.

the guy knows a lot about english, which helped me out a lot, and lectures are great because he doesnt hold back and drops a couple F bombs here and there. the assignments are not too hard. just go to class because attendance helps in the end, read your assignments, and take notes. he's an asset to OCC. take his class if you want a challenge.

Challenging class but you will learn a lot--everytime you write, you will be reminded to be DETAILED DETAILED DETAILED. i loved his sarcasm and dry humor and he also made me a better writer;you must purchase his book.

I heard people say he was a bad teacher, who didn't know how to teach! well, i loved his class! sure, papers are a little hard to write but put some effort into it! his stories are great, with lots of lessons to be learned from. He's a great, energetic and funny teacher! it was fun having him!

Best professor EVER! Loved every minute of his class. As long as you participate and care about your writing you will do great. He is not an easy "A"! Best english class I have ever taken! Take this class if you have a passion for English. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!

Excellent! If you were evertold you could write but felt you understood your own stuf - this guy clarifies it, he brings it out and suddenly your writing like you hear it in your head!

Interesting teacher--teaches out of his own book. Alot of the writing assingments are even based off the book. Don't expect to coast through the class, but expect to learn alot and really improve your writing. You can e-mail him for help and he will help you in class. Great teacher. I'd recommend him to anyone.

Professor Hoffman is not a great teacher. His fowl language and derogatory statements about women detract from his teaching. He also cannot not separate his anger towards God and the church from his teaching environment, thus making the class sometimes a miserable environment to learn in.

Mr Hoffman has to be hands down one of the best teachers I've ever had. Yes, I got a C in his class but his book is so helpful and I will carry it through my graduate studies. His dry humor and sarcasm is refreshing and he has a way of making the class feel cohesive..we were all oddly close. A+++ for Gary Hoffman!!!

Took 4 Bible as Lit. Emphasis on close reading. Gary definitely pro-Jesus's spirit. Not sure where anti-Christian stuff is coming from? Class hard for fundamentalists who don't really want to study Bible as lit or whose religion forbids interpretation of Bible. Gary encourages discussion, but you need to support yourself. Great class

will work you hard, but you will learn creative techniques for your writing. A plus that he uses his own book which is cheap and has creative tips and examples from lots of writers.

Always fair to all students, doesn't pick favorites and welcomes all opinions, but will challenge students. Good about taking petitioners

Great professor! He really explains the British literature very well with his use of sarcasm, wit, and theatrics. He's a great professor who really gets into the material. His papers are definitely very challenging. If you're not a good writer, don't take this class. If you dislike a lot of heavy reading, again, not for you. Overall, thumbs up.

There was lots of work to do, he teaches from his own book and grades based upon his style of teaching, which was helpful. I enjoyed class, he is an interesting person. If you put in the effort you will get a good grade. I didn't spend as much time on my essay's as I should have and still ended up with a B. He is not for everyone.

Gary is a really good teacher. He taught me a lot about improving my writing and by the end of the semester I felt really confident. The research paper is really lame but most of the assignments are interesting. I didn't do a lot of the assigned reading but it was fine; I just skimmed the books before class. He calls on you randomly so be ready!

A "real" Honors class with challenging assignments at University level. Does use his own book which is inexpensive and offers both unusual and traditional tools for writing--more helpful the most. Not afraid to talk about any subject.

This teacher litterally wrote the book Adios! It's used all over and introduces unique, entertaining techniques for catching and keeping the readers attention while making the point clear and specific.

A super challenging and time-consuming course. But he's always there to help you. do the reading and email him for help. He's a great teacher who definitely knows his stuff.

One of the most challenging but rewarding classes that I've taken here so far. It's an interesting class & he knows how to teach. Be prepared to put a lot of time into this class. He was very helpful with any questions/revising.

I find the last entry to be incorrect. I have used the technqiues and gotten lots of compliments both in my college career and at work. Perhaps the last rater isn't getting good results for other reasons.

Time consuming but rewarding. All the essays use concepts from the book Adios Strunk and Wine which he wrote. The concepts can be confucing but ask him for help if you are confused! Trust me, you will be sorry if you don't. Be patient, he grades kind of hard on the essays. The final is a meeting with him where he grades 3 essays of yours.

Makes Brit Lit, most of which is pretty dry and challenging, interesting. He does try to get students to critically examine aspects of Bible as they relate to the lit and this may be upsetting to those who have never read the Bible that way or just never read. But definitely is pro-Jesus.

Mr. Hoffman is a very tough teacher, but I really enjoyed his class. It's very time consuming, but even with my skills of procrastination I got an A. If nothing seems to make any sense just go ahead and ask him, he is very helpful.

Mr. Hoffman is awesome. British Lit. before 1800 is by no means an easy class, but he makes it fun and keeps it entertaining with hit dry wit and dirty sense of humor. Everything you read in the class is scandalous in some way. If you are sensitive and get offended easily, don't take his class. The assignments make you a much better writer as well.

Toughest class I had last semester, but extremely rewarding. Teaches his own style to writing, but is willing to look through your drafts through email as many times as you ask. Extremely helpful when you email him. Class discussion was always interesting and engaging. Lots of reading but most of it's spaced out far enough so you can catch up.

Regarding last raters comments--Hoffman's book is cheap, cheap, cheap-less than $20 new. As opposed to my last Eng text $50 plus. I like his fresh ideas about writing & maybe Hoffy's style isn't 4 all, but creative types will benefit from his steal of a book and approach.

Two books are needed to succeed: Adios Strunk and White and Best American Essays. Expect to study both textbooks each week to make sure your writing uses the methods correctly. If you have any questions make sure you ask (He makes sure to answer any questions you have). Highly suggest taking his class.

Ok, he is not easy, but an "A" in his class is a real "A." You can email him for help and his approach, although non-traditional, will speak to many creative types. He helps you be creative even if you are not.

For Reviewer who says he is biased. Perhaps he is--against lazy students who don't put out any effort. For those willing to put out a little effort and interest in their own writing you will definitely get a big return.

I disagree with last rater. He is not afraid to talk about religion as it relates to the literature and is SUPER pro-Jesus or pro Christian spirit, or what Jesus stands for, but that is not to say he isn't critical of not just Christianity, but all organized religious equally.

Gary's classes are capable of producing the most interesting discussions that any student will experience. His interpretations of certain works will offend some, which he warns students about on the first meetings of every sememster. He's compelling--but he is by no means an easy teacher.

Mr. Hoffman is an excellent teacher, although his approach to writing may be eccentric, it is very beneficial to inspiring creativity. Not the easiest class, but an A is a deserved A in his class. He is helpful, funny and never boring. I enjoyed showing up to his class. Make sure you do the reading and learn the style and you will pass this class.

Mr. Hoffman is an excellent teacher, although his approach to writing may be eccentric, it is very beneficial to inspiring creativity. Not the easiest class, but an A is a deserved A in his class. He is helpful, funny and never boring. I enjoyed showing up to his class. Make sure you do the reading and learn the style and you will pass this class.

I LOVE Gary Hoffman. He encourages you to speak your mind - he has strong opinions but doesn't force them upon anybody. He teaches you to defend your own thoughts and, though his assignments are difficult, you WILL get an A if you're dedicated. Just keep up with the readings and do the work, and participate in class!

Easily one of the best English classes I've taken so far. Gary is funny, challenging, and thought-provoking in all the right ways. Not a good class for lazy students or people who procrastinate, but if you're willing to work and want to take an interesting class, then Gary Hoffman is for you.

Great professor! Make sure you read, take notes in your books, and prepare to contribute to class discussions, even if you have questions. He helps explain older works, but does prefer it if you give his insights back to him in your papers. His classes are delightful and interesting, and are perfect if you love class discussion.

Not an easy class, but a great teacher. His writing techniques are hard to get at first but in the end it will make your writing more interesting. Don't expect an easy A, make sure you do all of the readings and don't try to B.S. your papers (expect to write about 9). Great teacher over all but be prepared to work.

Its a really hard class to take if you have a job,other classes, or struggle in english.

A great professor, class discussions are fun,but this class is not easy by any means. Sometimes he can be a little unclear, but just ask him and he'll do his best to clarify. I really did not enjoy this class because I had a heavy workload, but if you're really looking to learn something and you quite a bit of time on your hands, he's for you.

Emphasis of close reading of American Lit--the selections arranged thematically rather. Essays and assignments help to analyze works--not for students who just want to take True/False exams. Hoff helps act out the literature

Gary is an amazing professor and one of my favorites but his class is by no means an easy A. You are required to buy 3 different books and they are vital to do well in the class. The essays can be complicated and take time, but they are interesting and fun to write. I got an A in the class but it took a lot of time and effort. I learned a lot.

This is NOT an easy class, especially if you've never taken any of his other classes. The textbook used is one that he wrote and is filled with techniques that I'm pretty sure he just made up. The class is especially difficult if you have literally anything else going on in your life.

Not an easy A if that is what you are after. Essays can't be fudged the night before the due date. Helpful if you make the time to discuss your work. I got an A but I put in 20 hrs a week outside of class. If you have a life, this class is not for you! That being said, he's amazing and makes you work. That's what college is for.

This was one of the hardest classes I've ever taken, and I was pretty surprised. He's a cool dude but literally the hardest grader. He cares about his students but I would NEVER take another of his class, nor recommend it to anyone. His papers are the most ridiculous assignments and the books you have to read are so difficult and a lot of pages.

If I knew this website existed before I registered for college I would have avoided Hoffman at all costs His class is not easy and requires time but every hour spent dedicated to this class is so worth it. He transforms you into the amazing writer and reader you never knew you could be. An A is possible! Greatest professor I know I will ever have

He's a really chill professor (told stories and extended essay due dates)--only the work is undesirable. Annotations take up a LOT of time unless you're good at BSing on the spot when he calls on you. Essay grading isn't that hard--JUST follow his book/writing style and get his critique.I did my essays the night before/morning of and got high/B's.

Be ready to read a lot and take annotations. You will need to use his style of writing in your essay which is basically good grammar & "revision techniques." He isn't as mean as people make him sound. Halfway through the term, he gave an easy essay prompt to boost our grades. As long as you put in the effort and follow the prompt, you'll be fine.

Yes, this class is tough. You're actually going to have to spend time brainstorming and formatting essays instead of winging it the night before. You're going to have to read a lot. And maybe you won't use these techniques ever again. But Mr. Hoffman will definitely challenge your capabilities. As long as you communicate with him, he's very helpful

If you provide evidence for the statements you make in this class, he will respect you; if you cannot, this class will teach you to do so and more. While I am not a fan of the writing style he teaches, practicing a style that feels unnatural to me expanded the diversity of my own voice and gave me a stronger grasp on complex grammar use.

If you want a boring, typical, run-of-the-mill Eng100 ,don't sign up for his class. If you want to learn how to write so your reader is anticipating every next word and is totally enthralled in your story, take his class! He is very intelligent, experienced, humorous, and a supportive professor that teaches you how to be a better writer and reader.

Gary forces students to use evidence correctly, teaches techniques that allow for diverse/interesting writing, and will clearly explain his tough grading. A teacher to leave you asking more of their opinion. I was a mockable writer before this class. Teaches content rarely found, worldly searched for. Class for seekers of better writing, all tiers.

Hoffman is an amazing teacher. he is very sweet and extremely funny. everyone making negative comments about him are those who got scared because they thought his class was going to be too much work and just ended up dropping. the writing style he teaches you is original and borderline creative genius. his class is enjoyable as well.

By far the best English teacher I have ever had. It's definitely not an easy A, but if you're looking for a class that is interesting and genuinely want to improve your writing then take this class. He will help your writing go from high school level to college level. Just be ready to put in some work!

Prof. Hoffman is not tough; he just expects students to do work. Old school. I blew my first paper but he worked with me and got mostly As after that. He used a textbook he wrote that has lots of examples from many different writers. Hes funny and manys toy think about your life. A real college level experience for mature students.

If you already have a solid understanding of grammar and are looking for some cool techniques to spice up your writing, this is the perfect class for you. Mr. Hoffman is an amazing teacher!

If you are looking for an easy A, Professor Hoffman's English 101 may not meet your goal. However, if you actually want to learn how to read and write essays with critical thinking about books that cover many psychological, and emotional aspects of humans, the class is perfect. Other than that, his freighting and literary techniques are gorgeous.

This class was one of the hardest I have taken but it was so worth it. The readings and the essays are very challenging but they force you to think and write in a way you probably haven't before. I loved our eye opening class discussions on the readings. I will forever be a better writer, thinker, and student because of Professor Hoffman's class!

Professor Hoffman is one of the best teachers I have had in college so far. He is smart, caring, and engaging, encouraging participation. Highly recommended for anyone looking to greatly improve their writing. Every paper assigned he offered his own personal proofreading (with suggestions for edit) nearly all the way up until the paper's due date!

I'm not a fan of reading and I still enjoyed this class! You have to be willing to do the readings, assignments and participate. He is kind and fair. The matieral was interesting, definitely not another boring english class! DO RECCOMMEND.

Professor Hoffman is a difficult but good professor. If you are looking for an easy A, he might not be for you, but if you are willing to put in the work to learn, he offers a great way to write differently than any high school teacher you've had before. He is caring and offers to revise papers up until the due date-- so take advantage of it!

Getting an A: taking mindful notes on each paragraph of every assigned essay and textbook chapter, ready to contribute to class discussions when called upon; writing each paper in the outlined steps and timeframe, emailing ~10 lines of your drafts to Professor Hoffman for valuable grade-boosting feedback; and re-reading textbook chapters. Not easy.

Let me "bust" some RMP myths about Prof Hoff: Myth One--Hard class: After getting my first "C" in English I talked to him & then got all "A"s. Myth two--Makes you use "his" style: You are required to use some long sentences & other stuff in your papers but things that all writers use. Not the Prof for everyone, but class was not what others say.

Professor Hoffman is one of a kind! He uses his own textbook that he, and his wife Glynis, created based on their own writing styles and techniques! Since he is very familiar with his techniques, it is simple for him to help and encourage you to strengthen your essays. His weekly readings are also entertaining and easy to scan for style and flow.

Professor Hoffman's ENG101 class is no easy A, but it's incredibly rewarding if you're willing to put in the work. His unique writing style takes adjusting, but the in-depth discussions and feedback make you a better thinker and writer. Unstuckstudy was a lifesaver for quiz prep.

One of the best professors I've ever taken at OCC. I genuinely wouldn't have been able to get the opportunities I have now without his teaching. Even though the class is difficult, it taught me how to make my writing unique which helped me to transfer, get internships, and much more. If you're looking to improve your writing, this class is it.

Yes the class is difficult but don't let that scare you. He gives you multiple chances to redo your paper and will regrade until the final due date. I learned A LOT from his course on how to write well. I used his techniques when applying to transfer and for internships. I got all of them.

class is hard but i improved my writing so much because of him. started off with a C but got to an A because he grades off improvement. mister gary is a cool guy but not an easy A. submit lots of drafts for him to critique. hated the way he made us write at first because i had never done anything like it before but the class was very worthwhile