4.4

Gerardo Gutierrez

Ethnic Studies - East Los Angeles College

4.4
Quality
1.5
Difficulty
94%
Would Retake
83
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4.4
Quality
1.5
Difficulty
4.3
Helpful
4.5
Clarity

94%

Would Retake

83

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83 total ratings

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What Students Say

So cheesy it keeps me interested

CHICANO7 - 4.0 rating

Don't miss class and take good notes

CHICANO8 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

76%

Textbook Required

71%

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Predicted Grade

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95% confidence
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A (6)
A+ (4)
Grade Distribution
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Based on 23 reported grades
B: 7
A: 6
A+: 4
Not_Sure_Yet: 1
Common Tags
Hilarious (8)
Caring (5)
Inspirational (4)
Respected (4)
Gives good feedback (4)
Clear grading criteria (4)
Amazing lectures (3)
Skip class? You won't pass. (2)
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Reviews (82)
5.0
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CHIST7
May 30, 2004

One of the easiest teachers at ELAC. He is funny, no homework except for one essay, and his tests are really easy. Just be there everyday and you'll ace his tests.

3.0
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CH2
Aug 19, 2004

A waste of my time. Didn't learn anything but got credit for it.

5.0
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CHICANOST
Aug 30, 2004

Very easy to get an A. Tests very easy, but you must show up to lecture to be able to get A. fun class, funny guy. Lots of cool "facts". :)

5.0
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CHICANOSTU7
Jan 28, 2005

FUNNY GUY, KIND OF GOOFY. EASY CLASS BUT SHOW UP.

5.0
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CHICANO7
Grade: A+
Feb 2, 2005

easiest professor ever and he is very funny. Take good notes in class then you will get A for sure

5.0
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CHICANOSTUDIES
Feb 23, 2005

for all the students who want to learn some real history and get an easy grade this is the man to take. very knowladlable, very interesting class. if you mexican take this man an A in your transcript won't look bad.

5.0
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CHICANO44
Jun 7, 2005

IMPOSSIBLE TO GET A "B" IN THIS CLASS!!!!! It is so easy that everyone can get "A". if you get a B shut your-self, drop college. Just show up every day, take notes and you will be ready for tests. Even the tests are so obvious since they are multiple choice. EASY "A", EASY CLASS, COOL INSTRUCTOR, FUN CLASS, DEFINETELY TAKE THE CLASS WITH HIM.

5.0
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CHIC20
Jul 21, 2005

he is very funny, fun and hes a cool guy just take notes and its easy to ace the class.

5.0
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CHICSTU7
Aug 3, 2005

He's hilarious! I almost crap my pants everyday!! Goofy guy that makes it easier to learn and to remember what you learned, I'll always remember what I learned in his class!!

5.0
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CHICANOSTUD7
Grade: Not_Sure_Yet
Aug 10, 2005

Makes the lectures more intresting with his humor. Take notes, which is what you will normally be doing throughtout the course, and you will pass with an "A." Gurante it !!! 100% Cool professor too + you will learn a lot if you study your notes + and you will get an "A" in the class. What else do you want? Take him.

4.0
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CHCANOST8
Grade: B
Dec 5, 2005

Easy class... very funny guys... just take notes and you're good!!!

5.0
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CHICANOSTIDIES
Dec 6, 2005

Very good teacher!!!

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CHICANOSTUDIES7
Dec 7, 2005

If you are interested in taking a chicano studies class, i suggest you take his class, he is very easy and you learn alot and he is HILARIOUS! he is an excellent teacher.

4.0
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CHICANOSTUDIE7
Dec 8, 2005

Mr. Gutierrez is easy. The only thing you have to do is take notes cause he only writes the key terms on the board and his your responsibility to write what he is saying. Overall easy.

5.0
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CHICANOSTUDIES
Jan 19, 2006

awesome teacher by far the best keeps your attention and very funny! take good notes and test are pretty easy just make sure you write everything he puts on the board

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CHICANOSTUDIES
Feb 23, 2006

This dude is so funny. Great class, just take some decent notes and you will pass with a great grade. Because of him I am going to become a nuclear biologist.

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CHSTUD8
Feb 28, 2006

This guy is sooo funny he makes the class interesting. Make sure you write down everything on the board those terms will be on the test. This class by far was one of the most enjoyable classes I have ever taken. Funny guy!

5.0
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CHICANO8
May 5, 2006

easy and funny

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CHICANOSTUDIES
May 21, 2006

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5.0
1.0
CHICANOSTUD8
Jun 5, 2006

one of the best i've seen in this school...

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CHICA19
Jun 12, 2007

EASY,EASY,EASY. Just go to class and listen to his lectures. Also if you want to pass do his report which is very easy.

5.0
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CHICA07
Aug 11, 2007

I loved his energy and humor while teaching the subject. I enjoyed this class very much. He teaches the material very well and his attitude makes the subject intreresting.

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CHICA7
Aug 14, 2007

He in nice, funny, helpful, easy, outgoing, good instructor, clear, and cool. If you are gonna take chicano studies, do not take nobody else but him. he is the best.

5.0
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CS8
Aug 19, 2007

this teacher is the easiest, he is funny and if you want an easy a take him

5.0
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CS7
Nov 20, 2007

funniest teacherEVER!!!!! you learn while having fun..... no homework only one essay and the test are EASY

5.0
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CHS8
Dec 29, 2007

HE IS VERY FUNNY ALWAYS TALKS ABOUT "PENDEJOS" TAKE THIS CLASS YOU WILL ENJOY IT. HE KNOWS WHAT HE IS TALKING ABOUT AND TEST ARE EXTREMELY EASY YOU WILL PASS WITH AN A IF YOU DO THE REPORT AND THE TEST.

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CS08
Mar 17, 2008

a very fun class and at the same time he makes you get very interested in history. one of the reasons why my major is chicano studies

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CHIC008
Apr 28, 2008

i love this teacher he is very down to eart , nice, and understanding, and funny. he is very easy but makes chicano studies enjoyable and intresting. study your notes that he gives and you will pass... great teacher two thumbs up!!!!

5.0
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CHICA8
Jul 16, 2008

No problem in staying awake! He makes history hilarious and uses real life and personal examples which make it super easy to remember. Even his tests are funny! Only 1 test, midterm and final (3 total) and 1 paper. And he's a cutie! Take him!!!

2.0
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CHNO7
Jul 17, 2008

dropped it!!! He is funny. I give him that but he is not a good teacher. I wasn't gonna learn anything!!! He asks nothing but questions instead of giving lectures!!! We are not gonna know all the answer thats why we r taking the class dah!!! he fustrated me!!!

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CHST08
Jul 17, 2008

This was the best class ever. He is such a cool professor. he is funny and you will really learn something. If you are thinking about taking chicano studies as a GE, definitely take him. Trust me, you won't regret it. =)

4.0
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CHICA007
Jan 14, 2009

Easy Class! Lectures can get boring talks way too much dont buy books limited notes. easy test!

5.0
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CHICA8
Feb 5, 2009

He is extremely funny! I really enjoyed his class. Its the easiest class i have ever taken at ELAC. His paper is easy, his test are soooo easy and funny and not to forget to mention is he is a Hotty!! Take him, you will be glad you did.

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CHI008
Jun 13, 2009

Guitierez is a real blast. Tests are easy, class is fun, and you rly learn something in the end. I highly recommend him.

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CHICA8
Jun 13, 2009

Best teacher ever! Very caring, fun lectures, easy class! very useful. Recommend not to miss class lectures and notes are used for test material. In addition very pleasant and FUNNY! Totally recommend him!

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CHICA007
Jul 1, 2009

great teacher, super FUNNY. lectures get really boring but his funny comments get u motivated to go to class. easy tests, only about 3 taken in the semester. the txtbook is not necessary, so dont buy it.

2.0
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CS7
Aug 27, 2009

Look at the comments on here. Most people who liked him are just looking fo an easy A and to be entertained. I personally found many of his jokes to be offensive to Mexicans. But most East LA students are used to being offended. Theyre numb. Yeah, if you want a comedy act, take his classes. I like a sense of humor in a teacher, but not this extreme

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CHICA08
Nov 25, 2009

he is so supper fun and makeslearning easy and helpful =] totally recommend it

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CHICA20
Dec 1, 2009

Fun teacher makes his lesson's easy and fun to understand. It seems like your always laughing in his class. Only 3 exams for the semester and a project, but the project is sooo easy. Just go to class and take notes and you will be fine!!!

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CHICA8
Dec 2, 2009

GUTIERREZ IS A GREAT TEACHER... HE HAS A GREAT SCENCE OF HUMOR THAT MAKE YOU FEEL COMFORTABLE. NO HOMEWORK! 3 EXAMS WHICH ARE EASY! AND A EASY PROJECT!JUST GO TO CLASS, PAY ATTENTION, TAKE NOTES AND YOU'LL BE FINE..

5.0
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CHICA07
Dec 15, 2009

mr.gutierrez is a very good teacher, his lectures are fun and interesting,easy to pas just pay attention, you wont regret getting him...he doesnt give alot of work

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CS08
Jan 4, 2010

Best teacher ever. HE is soooo funny! And you learn without actually knowing it. 3 tests throughout the course, including final, one paper, and note taking. thats all. His tests are EASY and you dont really need to go everyday...

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CHIC7
May 6, 2010

MR.Guitierrez is so freaking HOT haha jk. he is so funny though and a GREATT teacher!! you learn w/o realizing it. recommend him!!

2.0
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CHIC19
Jun 21, 2010

i gotta say he has the stupidest jokes ever...its like when he is teaching you don't know if he is teaching or he trying to funny..when i tried taking to him he wouldn't take it serious!!

5.0
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CH19
Jul 8, 2010

i enjoyed that class. he bring mexican history to life. he is a great instrutor like everybody saying youre learning without noticing.

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CS8
Dec 10, 2010

funny class. makes fun of mexicans. pretends hes canadian...lol you'll be laughing most of the time. you dont use the book. and really eassy (only one) and 3 test

5.0
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CHI7
Feb 4, 2011

This class was awesome, their 3 exams, and an 8 pg report on a historical chicano figure. The class is based on lectures, and take good notes.You do learn in this class, and he is a funny guy. anyone taking this won't regret it.

4.0
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CHICA07
Feb 6, 2011

He's really funny and jokes around a lot through the lectures so it makes it interesting. You don't use books but you do need to take notes. A fun class.

5.0
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CHIC19
May 10, 2011

This guy is AWESOME!!! He is soooo funny and he teaches in a style like no other. He is a true Chicano and makes a lot of jokes in Spanish and English. I definitely recommend this professor to anybody who wants to learn and have a great time. (note: if you do not know Spanish, most likely you won't get the jokes) TAKE HIM EITHER WAY! :)

5.0
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CHICA0445
May 19, 2011

hes so awesome. knows how to teach in a fun way. captures attention

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CHST7
Jun 11, 2011

Easy teacher! Just show up to class and pay attention, you would do fine

4.0
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CHICACS
Jun 13, 2011

Took him for Chicano Studies 7. HILARIOUS!!!!!! LOL he is easy, funny and cool! I think he reminds me of Butthead from Beavis & Butthead LOL I don't know why but this guy is funny!

5.0
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CHST19
Dec 30, 2011

Gutierrez is the funniet teacher i hadever taken. In every section of the class time he will make a joke about himself or Mexicans. I learned a lot form him really great teacher. Even though he picked on me a lot. All u do is take notes study.. Good

5.0
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CHICA7
May 15, 2012

Dope ass teacher. He's SO hilarious! But he's also very knowledgeable and makes the class interesting. There are only 3 exams and 1 research paper for the whole semester. I was never absent because taking good notes from his lectures is essential if you want to ace his tests. Everything on the tests is from the exact lectures, so pay attention!

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CHS9812
Dec 6, 2012

He is the best proffesor ive ever had! i would recommend him to everyonee! He is funny and helpful, as long as you take notes, you should be fine in the mmaterial of the test! best proffesor ever for chicano studies!

3.0
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CH008
Jan 29, 2014

Professor Gutierrez is super easy. You really must be stupid not to pass his class. There were 3 exams which consisted solely on his powerpoint notes and the book wasn't used much. You also do a 6-8 page research paper which is easy in my opinion. Overall I totally recommend him because he is a very easy professor.

5.0
1.0
CHICANO19
Apr 11, 2014

This class was super interesting, enjoyed taking his class. I would recommend him for Chicanos class 19. Half of his students dropped the class cause they were lazy to study! but I didn't study a lot and I still got an A... take him :)

2.0
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CH08
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
May 13, 2014

This class was a waste. I came everyday, took perfect notes. He is too busy making jokes he doesn't teach well. His tests are a lot more specific than his power points. Never gave homework. Talks bad about ELAC.

5.0
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CHICANO8
Grade: A+
Nov 5, 2014

Hilarious! Don't miss class and take good notes. He gives study guides but its easier just to reread most of the notes. I felt he really emphasizes subjects so its pretty easy to remember things for the test. He gives extra credit through out the semester too so you can insure a good grade. Awesome professor!

4.0
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E0445
Grade: B
Jan 9, 2015

hes a good teacher. the class is usually never gets boring. there is not a lot of homework he gives. so in a nut shell its an easy A

4.0
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CHICANO7
Jan 26, 2015

He's dad joke funny. So cheesy it keeps me interested. Learning is easy when you're having fun paying attention. It's one big story, take good notes, and make flash cards quizzing yourself on the questions he asks on his jeopardy game before tests. Read the assigned book and enjoy. Ex. of joke: he's seen a 6 ft tall Rat in Florida. hint: Mickey

3.0
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CHICANO08
Grade: A-
Jun 1, 2015

He is funny and makes jokes during his lectures. Take notes, do the assignments, study the notes for test. The only con is that he can miss more than 3 times a semester just because he wants to & shows up late to class. That might work for some students but not for students that are paying tuition out their pocket. Overall, okay professor.

5.0
1.0
CHICANO7
Grade: B
Dec 29, 2015

I love Prof. Gutierrez! He's sooo funny, so it really makes the class easy to pay attention to. Sometimes when you ask questions, he'll answer with a funny joke & won't really make the answer clear, but other than that, I would take him again! He's also VERY lenient!!! If you need humor in order to focus, like me, HE'S YOUR GUY.

5.0
1.0
CHICA007
Grade: B
Jan 6, 2016

He's a great teacher and also very funny. His lectures are power point and he makes learning fun. You must take notes in his class, so if you're absent make sure to ask someone for them.

3.0
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CHI71
Grade: B
Jan 7, 2016

He is very funny but hardly shows up to class.

5.0
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CHI071
Grade: C
May 24, 2016

I would seriously take his class again. Funny professors really chill. He makes you buy the book but you wont need it just study your notes.

5.0
2.0
CH19
Dec 11, 2017
Would take again

he is a very funny professor will make you laugh a lot and make the class interesting. I would take his class again just be ready to take notes and textbook isn't use in class but he gives some essay after your test to turn in towards the book sometimes... Its an easy A.. if you want a fun professor take this class.... :)

Inspirational
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
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CHICANO2
Feb 3, 2018
Would take again

Professor G is hilarious he makes learning interesting a fun I took his class in the winter but I learned so much in such a short time

Hilarious
Respected
5.0
1.0
CHIC7
Grade: Not sure yet
Jun 26, 2018
Would take again

His very funny! Makes a lot of jokes! His very easy all you have to do is study the notes and you will do fine in his class.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Hilarious
1.0
1.0
CHIC7
Grade: A
Jul 16, 2018
Wouldn't take again

If you're looking to "learn" from a man that doesn't care about his institution of work nor his students then this class is perfect for you. You will probably not learn much as he cancels class often & lectures quite slowly. When he does decide to lecture he makes numerous offhanded remarks. Overall a joke course & you should easily get an A.

5.0
3.0
CHICANO44
Grade: B
Aug 29, 2018
Would take again

Took him for the summer. He was very cool. And everyday I learned something new!

Gives good feedback
Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
3.0
CHICANO44
Oct 9, 2018
Would take again

Excellent professor took him for summer. Very funny guy and doesnt require a lot of depth into reading. Highly recommended

Hilarious
Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
CHIC008
Grade: Rather not say
Aug 9, 2019
Would take again

Such a great professor ! Really recommend him his class is very interesting and he makes it enjoyable. Took him my first year and it was a great experience

Gives good feedback
Graded by few things
Caring
4.0
2.0
CHICANO08
Grade: B
Feb 10, 2020
Would take again

Professor Gutierrez is a really funny caring professor. He makes the class room fun to be in and laid back. There is hardly any HW or test. If you show up daily and try you will recieve an A. Its really not a hard class i 100% reccomend this professor.

Group projects
Hilarious
Caring
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CHICANO19
Grade: A+
Mar 4, 2020
Would take again

he is so funny and cares about his profession. learned so much in such a little time. was never a dull moment in his class. would take again but sadly he only teaches 2 topics.

Inspirational
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
CHICANO19
Jun 3, 2020
Would take again

Really chill professor, dont need to stress about this class too much, books are not required, recommend for your general requirements

Hilarious
Respected
Graded by few things
5.0
2.0
CHICANO44
Grade: A
Dec 22, 2020
Would take again

Professor Gutierrez is an amazing professor. Class course is clear and he makes himself available if needed. The work is not hard at all and the lectures are fun and interesting. You will not regret taking this class!

Inspirational
Amazing lectures
Caring
4.0
2.0
CHICANO44
Grade: A
Dec 27, 2020
Would take again

Online course. Great professor. Funny. Is very accommodating to DSP&S students. Video Assignments, quizzes, essay and extra credit. You will be fine as long as you attend class, ask questions, read the book and the online power point. Good luck!

Clear grading criteria
Caring
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5.0
4.0
CHI044
Grade: A
Nov 4, 2021
Would take again

Professor was clear with his instructions and expectations. Get ready for long readings, tests, and assignments. Since its online there's zero interaction so make sure to teach yourself. Make sure you read every article/reading because it will reflect on your test and assignment scores. If you don't like to read, don't bother taking the class.

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
Inspirational
5.0
1.0
CHICANO19
Grade: A
Jul 27, 2022
Would take again

Great professor, enjoyed his method. Really good, original handouts and supporting films. Unfortunate there was not more class interaction we could have benefitted from more live discussion. Office hours were sadly ignored by students; here was a great resource and no one was taking advantage of it! Education is wasted on the young...

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
4.0
2.0
CHICANO2
Grade: A+
Aug 22, 2023
Would take again

Gutierrez is a good professor you just need to complete your work and I'll be fine. There is just one group project, two discussion questions, four assignments, and two quizzes.

EXTRA CREDIT
Clear grading criteria
5.0
1.0
CHICANO44
Grade: A
Apr 20, 2024
Would take again

Very funny professor! There's lectures in class, but he makes them really funny and enjoyable. For homework, there's video assignments, which are pretty easy. 3 units, meaning 3 tests that are open notes and done at home, so you have access to the lectures and readings from the professor himself, plus the notes you take during class.

Hilarious
Caring
Respected
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

76%

Textbook Required

71%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

A-

95% confidence
Based on 19 grades
Most common grades:
B (7)
A (6)
A+ (4)
Grade Distribution
A(10)B(7)C(1)D(1)F(0)A-/B+(1)
Based on 23 reported grades
B: 7
A: 6
A+: 4
Not_Sure_Yet: 1
Common Tags
Hilarious (8)
Caring (5)
Inspirational (4)
Respected (4)
Gives good feedback (4)
Clear grading criteria (4)
Amazing lectures (3)
Skip class? You won't pass. (2)
Rating Trend

Stable

-0.15 avg change
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Last 6 months
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CHIST7

5.0

(1)

CHICANOST

5.0

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CHICANOSTU7

5.0

(1)

CHIC20

5.0

(1)

CHICSTU7

5.0

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Difficulty by Course

CHICANOSTUD7

4.0

CHI044

4.0

CH08

3.0

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3.0

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2.5

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