4.3

Henry Schissler

Sociology - CT State Community College - Housatonic

4.3
Quality
1.5
Difficulty
50%
Would Retake
101
Reviews
4.3
Quality
1.5
Difficulty
4.2
Helpful
4.2
Clarity

50%

Would Retake

101

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What Students Say

This is supposed to be a college intro sociology class

SOC101 - 2.0 rating

welcome to the world of biased grading and favoritism

SOC101 - 3.0 rating
Class Info

Attendance Mandatory

50%

Textbook Required

81%

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Grade Distribution
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B: 2
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Reviews (101)
5.0
1.0
SOC101
Dec 30, 2003

Very fun, learned alot, great person!!

5.0
2.0
SOC208
Mar 23, 2004

Prof. Schissler is a great teacher! I like his style of teaching so much that I took him again this semester even though I don't need the course for my degree! The way he teaches is like he is having a conversation with ya instead of giving verbatum.

5.0
1.0
SOC101
Apr 5, 2004

very fun class, you'll learn alot and the hour and 20 minute class goes by really fast

3.0
3.0
HUMANSEXUALITY
Nov 9, 2004

Schissler is a funny man and he makes class interesting. My only complaint is that you're only allowed one or two absences; after that, he starts deducting SIGNIFICANTLY from your final grade. kinda harsh, but whatever. If you're there every day, he excuses you from the final.

5.0
2.0
SOC101
Sep 27, 2004

love his style of teaching he will be the only professor i suggest for sociology.

5.0
1.0
HUMANSEXUALITY
Dec 15, 2004

Awesome teacher, very interesting class!

5.0
1.0
SOC
Jan 24, 2005

No Comments

1.0
1.0
SOC101
Jan 26, 2005

He was too easy and did not present a challenge at all and he made comments about women that I didn't feel comfortable with. His presentations were not clear and he focussed more on talking about his personal life than on course content.

5.0
1.0
SOCIO101
Apr 24, 2005

if u want a fun class where you show up everyday an u dont have to takea a final hes funny theres a lot of open presentation hes the man plus if u need a easy A hes ur man

1.0
5.0
INTROTOSOC
Feb 28, 2005

Compared my C paper to a friend's A paper. Same information, written in a very similar way. Don't take if he knows you have a connection with a past student he dislikes!

5.0
1.0
SOCIOLOGY
Apr 30, 2005

He's a very good at opening your eyes to all the unfair stuff that goes on everywhere and that you never took time to think about. His class is fun and it teaches you real life stuff, rather than a lecture that will no affect you in any way. I deffinitely recommend him for this class

5.0
1.0
HUMANSEXUALITY
Apr 25, 2005

the best teacher i had him in all soc classes totaly recomend

5.0
3.0
SOC101
Jun 9, 2005

Serious about making sure each student learn the topic. He makes his class interesting by sharing the most current local and global happenings. Has a dry sense of humor that adds to the class atmosphere.

5.0
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HUMSEXSOC101
Aug 30, 2005

Great teacher. Very open about every topic you can think of and is informed regarding just about anything. He's VERY big on participation so go to class everyday.

5.0
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SOC210
Sep 3, 2005

He is a great sociology teacher and a fun one at that.....

5.0
1.0
SOCIOLOGY
Sep 16, 2005

He's great so easy to understand, if you go to all the classes (do miss 1) you don't have to take the final, it really is a laod of your chest when you have like 4 or 5 other finals to worry about. And the best part is when he assigns sociology papers, he'll take a look at your paper a correct it and tell you what you should add to it or take out of it, before you hand it in to be graded (it really helps)

5.0
2.0
HUMANSEXUALITY
Sep 17, 2005

No Comments

5.0
1.0
SOC210
Oct 14, 2005

He is such a great and funny professor...I recommend him for all sociology classes. He is very helpful and enthusiastic......

5.0
1.0
SOC101
Sep 19, 2005

A Real Teacher!!

4.0
2.0
HUMANSEXUALITY
Oct 14, 2005

No Comments

4.0
1.0
SOCIOLOGY
Oct 20, 2005

if u attend every class, pay attention to class discussions, participant once in awhile, and read the book from time to time, u should easily pass the class. No h/w, about 3 writing assignments and that's it. Good class to be in, good teacher.

5.0
1.0
SOC101
Nov 13, 2005

Pro. Schissler is very interesting and undergoes conversations that make you want to join in. Berfore this class I would not speak out to a large group I would be so nervous that I just stayed in a corner with my head buried now whenever I enter his class there will be a conversation going on that would encourage me to speak up.

4.0
2.0
SOCE101
Nov 14, 2005

Prof. Schissler is a good guy, his class is not hard at all. There are no tests, and only three writing assignments.Sometimes, he goes off topic, but he is good.

5.0
1.0
SOCIOLOGY
Dec 22, 2005

this teacher is very nice, understanding, and intresting. As long as you come to class and pay attention you will do well. There is no test in this class only 3 papers I took this class in the summer and it was fun.

5.0
3.0
SOC101
Jan 13, 2006

I was leary of this class until I took it. Henry was a great teacher and our class discussions were great!!

5.0
3.0
SOCIOLOGY
Mar 30, 2006

Very good. Knows what he is talking about. Allows for discussion.

5.0
2.0
E213
Apr 6, 2006

KEEPS STUDENTS INTERESTED!

5.0
1.0
SOCIOLOGY
Apr 10, 2006

great class! he makes the class interesting!!!

1.0
5.0
SOCIOLOGY
Aug 8, 2006

NOT ORGANIZED

4.0
2.0
SOC01
Aug 31, 2006

Ok teacher, knows his stuff, Just go to class, and participate and you should do fine in the class. Easy, but watch out b/c this class doesn't transfer over.

4.0
2.0
SOC101
Nov 29, 2006

He explains the first day of class, as lognas you do the work and show up everyday, you'll do fine. He has a couple of papers that may seem like a large task, but all in all, they're manageable. Very outgoing, knowledgebale and funny. The only downer is that he really doesn't hand your papers back within a decent time period. But i recommend him

5.0
1.0
SOC101
Jan 17, 2007

awesome class!

5.0
1.0
SOC101
Mar 2, 2007

Schissler makes class simple, no HW or projects, and take notes.

5.0
1.0
SOC100
May 8, 2007

One of the Best Soc teachers I ever had. Though papers seem long, if you just do them expressing your opinion well they're no sweat. Great character, funny, outgoing personality. If you want an A or B and actually want to learn something take this class!

4.0
1.0
SOC05
May 23, 2007

its hard to take notes for his class cuz he's all over the place. don't buy the book cuz he has hand outs. just make sure you read them. if you don't wanna take the final then go to every class. most of the he'll let you a few min early. he's very fair with grading. he can get a lil boring at times and u'll be lookin at the clock! i do recomend him

5.0
1.0
SOC101
Jun 13, 2007

Professor Schissler has a great sense of humor. He's very in tune to today's kids.

5.0
1.0
SOC101
Sep 19, 2007

He is so funny! Very easy going and makes you feel comfortable... He's also always up for discussions!! I loved his class and can't wait to take another with him as my Prof.

5.0
4.0
SOC101
Oct 6, 2007

Stresses learning & thinking, great discussions & assugnemnts

5.0
1.0
SOC101
Jan 21, 2008

Professor Schissler goes something like this: Loosen your seat belts - let's rock and roll!

5.0
5.0
SOC101
May 18, 2008

No Comments

2.0
2.0
SOC101
May 28, 2008

I did not care for his teaching style. He also seems to have the point of view that this way is right and if you don't agree you're an idiot. He is a nice guy and will make time for you if you have questions. Gives good feedback as to how you are doing. I did enjoy the group project we did. It was an ok class but I didn't like his teaching style.

5.0
1.0
SOC213
Jun 27, 2008

He is by far the greatest teacher i have ever had he mad class very fun and interesting. He respects your point of vies as long as you have a reason for believing that way, if your one of those people who believes a certain thing just because or without reason then you are an idiot. I plan to try to take him every semester that i can.

5.0
1.0
SOC101
Jun 27, 2008

FAN-FREAKIN-TASTIC

5.0
2.0
SOC1
Jul 10, 2008

Very good teacher. I agreee with most of other. Do not but book. I do not like essay take home exams but he did grade & make them relatively easy. If you listen in class, skim over the online notes, your grade will be good.

5.0
1.0
SOC101
Sep 15, 2008

No Comments

5.0
2.0
SOCE213
Dec 28, 2008

AAAAAMAZING!!! :)

5.0
2.0
SOC101
Feb 1, 2009

Prof Schissler is the best sociology teacher you can have at HCC. He knows his information and knows how to teach. He is very fun and just a joy to have. I'm glad my money went to him. Everyone should take him.

5.0
1.0
SOC101
Feb 8, 2009

easy note taking. if attend all classes, and maintain B average, will exempt you from final. papers are interesting topics and relatively easy to put together. great professor.

5.0
1.0
SOCE101
Apr 28, 2009

Schissler is a really cool, down to earth guy! He's passionate about sociology and it transfers to his students. His class is very laid back and he doesn't ask for much. No homework, two papers. If you attend all classes you are exempt from the final. Awesome man!!

4.0
1.0
SOC101
May 12, 2009

hilarioussssss

5.0
1.0
SOC101
May 25, 2009

Awesome professor!!! The class transcended my expectations. Class discussions are engaging and enjoyable. He is very approachable and understanding. Take his class... you won't regret it.

5.0
1.0
SOC101
Aug 18, 2009

Professor Schissler is a great teacher. Took his class in the summer & it was a piece of cake. 3 papers, no tests or final exam. Go to every class & you'll be fine. He is very down to earth & always joking around. Great teacher with a great personality! Take his class!!

5.0
1.0
SOC200
Nov 18, 2009

Took him for the Human Sexuality Course, and it was one of the best classes I have ever taken!!! Attendance is not mandatory,if you want to be exempt from finals attend class. 3 Papers to write, take notes, no books necessary. Interesting ideologies of the history! I enjoyed this class! It was fun! He encourages participation for discussion

5.0
1.0
SOC213
Dec 29, 2009

Professor Schissler is the man! I had him for both Intro to Soc & Human Sexuality and I enjoyed both classes. He makes the classes interesting and always jokes around. Human Sexuality was very low key where he let us talk about whatever was on our minds and express our feelings. If you go to every class, you don't have to take the final. TAKE HIM!

5.0
2.0
SOC101
Jan 2, 2010

He is funny and the class is easy. There is no homework and no test. The grade is base on a journal -all the notes you take in class, attendance and Participation.

5.0
1.0
SOC101
Mar 15, 2010

Awesome teacher he is clear and can keep the class entertained. Easy level the only work is a journal that consist of class notes

5.0
1.0
SOC101
Apr 2, 2010

My favorite teacher ever. I like his class so much (Sociology) I wish he wouldn't let us out early.

4.0
1.0
SOC213
Apr 16, 2010

Very easy laid-back professor. For me, almost too easy. I enjoyed the class topics but wish we went more in depth into the discussions and stayed on topic. No use of the book, so don't waste your money. You'll need a journal to take notes which he grades. Attendance not really mandatory but you should go because the class gets interesting.

5.0
1.0
HIST101
Apr 30, 2010

He's a great professor and helpful, even if your not in any of his classes. He just cares. He's my Hottie!!!

5.0
1.0
SOC101
May 19, 2010

Interesting guy to say the least. Go to every class, skip the final! Very opinionated, however I tend to agree with his point of view, so that was a non-issue for me. Overall the class was interesting and an enjoyable experience.

5.0
1.0
SOCE101
May 20, 2010

Take this class even if you have no interest in sociology! Great teacher, I can't say enough nice things about him. He makes the subject very interesting and he'll have you laughing the whole class. If you go to every class, you're exempt from the final and he let's class out early every time.

2.0
1.0
SOC101
Jun 7, 2010

If you are looking for an easy A then you have found it. He's a poor professor that poorly presents the topic. If you want to learn something that will prove to be useful,then you have to read the book yourself. I think that he is lazy. Class is always cut short by 1/2 hr. so it is hard to say that I learned anything. My money and time was wasted.

4.0
1.0
SOCE213
Aug 23, 2010

Schissler's human sexuality class was so much fun! The discussions are hilarious. The class itself is very easy, only a few assignments and rarely cracked open the book.

2.0
1.0
SOC101
Jan 14, 2011

I signed up for a different teacher and I got him since the other teacher had health issues. He literally waisted my time and although I did all the work and got 90s in all the "papers", he barely showed up to every class and I still got a B.

5.0
1.0
SOC101
Jan 14, 2011

Just go to every class & you will passwith out having to take the final. Pay attention and his 2 test will be a breeze their 5 questions and its your own example

5.0
1.0
SOCE101
Jan 17, 2011

Take this class! Great & hilarious teacher! Interesting to learn. He's always up for discussions because class discussions are enjoyable! Take the notes that he writes on the board in every class. No hwk & 3 tests in class (his questions & you write your own examples). If you go to every class, you dont have to take exam. Class finishes early!

5.0
3.0
SOC101
Jan 18, 2011

Very Interesting Professor! Had taken Hybrid Wintr clas now wish I took whole semester. Awesome class great professor. Fun loves to dicus make sure you print his notes from his blog listen and pay attent. Write all notes from board. You wil luv his clas. I wil take his Human Sexuality clas. He is a very SMART man you can learn from him. Thnk Jen.w

2.0
3.0
SOC101
Feb 14, 2011

Never used the book, his notes weren't good, and he's extremely biased. No matter how hard you work, if he learns your views do not agree with him you WILL be penalized. Had perfect attendance, participated, worked hard on my 3 papers -was supposed send via mail but never did. If you care to learn and want to be graded fairly, find someone else.

5.0
1.0
SOC101
Apr 11, 2011

Schissler is the man! very helpful teacher, he explain things until they are clear to you. Ive had him for Soc*101 and i have him right now for Human Sexualty. He is very nice, funny and makes the class fun! If you attend every class you wont have to take his final exam!! (thats always a plus) Over all good teacher, u'll enjoy him, I am!

3.0
1.0
SOC101
Apr 19, 2011

welcome to the world of biased grading and favoritism.If your views differ, you can expect a lower grade. If by chance you aren't one if the favorites, expect a lower grade.But the real issue is what you learn in class: not a lot.

5.0
1.0
SOC101
Jun 3, 2011

Great, funny professor. Make every effort to attend every class and you will reap the rewards.

4.0
2.0
SOC111
Jun 14, 2011

great guy, keeps a blog of his class notes and talks alot. use you notes for his assignment, and try NOT to miss class..

4.0
1.0
SOC101
Jul 22, 2011

He is a fine human being, and will have a conversation with you at the drop of a hat. He is an easy grader, but respects that students will get something out of his class if they choose to. If you listen, do the assignments, and pay attention, you'll do fine.

5.0
1.0
SOC101
Nov 5, 2011

Probably one of the better professors your gonna have in your college carrier

2.0
1.0
SOC101
Nov 12, 2011

This is a joke?! This is supposed to be a college intro sociology class.What it turns out to be is a big waste of time. Sad.

5.0
1.0
SOC101
Nov 22, 2011

Contrary to the previous post, I found the sociology class to be pretty darn interesting, and not at all a waste of my time. He's a great (but unconventional) professor.

5.0
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SOC1
Dec 12, 2011

Shissler is cool. He didn't show up to class like 4 or 5 times and all his papers are free thought. I love not having to site. Take his class. You will love it!

2.0
1.0
SOCI101
Mar 6, 2012

Very easy professor. I didn't learn too much. He is a little interesting. If you have a perfect attendance you dont take the final which is the only exam he gives. Nice professor but very lazy.

5.0
1.0
SOC101
Feb 1, 2013

I took this guy for an intense winter course. Easiest class I've ever taken. He's clear and answers any questions. He's funny and normally doesn't assign homework. if you get a bad grade on a test he'll help you or let you make it up, he's not there to fail anybody, he likes teaching

5.0
1.0
SOC101
Jan 7, 2014

Awesome !! Pro. Schissler made sociology fun and interesting to learn through his lectures, open discussions, and quick writing assignments throughout the semester. Highly recommended. P.S. perfect attendance gets you exempt from the final

5.0
1.0
SOC298
Grade: A
Apr 7, 2014

Everyone loves Henry's classes. Laid back. No books to buy. Fun. Easy grade, little homework. Informal. Recommended

5.0
1.0
SOC101
Grade: A
May 6, 2014

Very easy teacher! He is amazing! very funny and always keeps the class alive. He is very laid back! Makes sure you understand the concept of sociology. Attend every class and you dont have to take a final! cool dude.

5.0
1.0
SOCE213
May 21, 2014

Very great professor !!! Helpful in whatever you need and makes the class as interesting as possible . He made us look forward in to class. I recommend everyone to take him. Ps if you don't you'll regret it.

4.0
2.0
SOCE101
Grade: Not_Sure_Yet
Sep 10, 2014

This dude is awesome!!! makes us laugh every class!!! He was rather offended that no one said he was not given a chili so, HERE YOU GO HENRY!!!!!

4.0
1.0
SOC101
Grade: A
Nov 6, 2014

Henry is an all around great guy. He does have trouble staying on topic but don't worry, you'll get an A! He is always willing to give you extra-credit for academic advising too! Honestly, an easy A. 1 paper-like thing and the quizzes are a piece of cake.

5.0
1.0
TRAD
Grade: B+
Dec 9, 2014

easy class i took him for both sociology and human sexuality

5.0
1.0
101
Grade: A+
Jan 27, 2015

Henry is one of the best Professor's I've ever had the pleasure of taking. His course is what you make of it and as long as you go you'll get an A. He is extremely helpful in and out of the classroom he knows everybody and everything at Housatonic. He is also just a wonderful person to talk to. Please take this Professor.

2.0
1.0
HUMANSEXUALITY
Grade: A-
May 18, 2015

Henry is the nicest person on the planet but I would not recommend him to someone who would like to learn about human sexuality. If you're looking for a way to get a painfully easy A, take this class. It is so easy that it is actually boring which surprised me considering the topic at hand.

5.0
1.0
E101
May 19, 2015

Class was very easy. Professor is hilarious and lenient best class I've taken in my three years of college, very relaxed. If you show up every day to class you are exempt from the final. This class is an easy A !! Don't buy text book either he doesn't use it.

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SOCE101
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 24, 2015

Henry's nice but he doesn't really know how to teach. When he's teaching he's all over place talking about things that don't relate to our class.

5.0
2.0
SOC213
Grade: A+
Apr 18, 2016

The Best Prof Ive had in a long long time. Very active and makes class fun. Engaging in each student and takes his time explaining. Awesome teacher.

5.0
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SOC298
Grade: A+
May 5, 2016

Such a great professor! Honestly take his class he gives such a good perspective on life, and he is really funny. Not much work at all either(which is a plus). If you attend every class you do not have to take the final!

3.0
2.0
HUMSEXSOC101
Grade: A
May 19, 2016

Not trying to be rude, but if you really want to learn sociology, take another class. However, if you want an easy A, show up, have perfect attendance, take the 1 test and participate. If you have perfect attendance, you don't have to take the final. However, you can always do extra credit on the day of the final, it's optional.

5.0
2.0
SOC101
Apr 30, 2017
Would take again

This teacher was super easy. funny talks and you really have to participate to get a good grade, even if youre doing bad on the tests.. dont have to take final if you come every class.. this class i did not need to worry about. take this teacher!!! you get extra credit for little things.. etc

Participation matters
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Hilarious
1.0
1.0
E111
May 19, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Very lazy teacher. My class got graded off of one quiz no chances to bring your grade up. If u miss a quiz you can always make it up but! He so lazy he doesn't want to give you the quiz so you never get to make it up to improve your grade. Also so lazy that he didn't give us final exam said he would email that and makeup quiz and never did.

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4.0
2.0
SOC101
May 31, 2017
Would take again

Prof. Schissler is a very nice person, he has a good sense of humor, and very easy going. if you have perfect attendance you do not have to take the final which the exam he gives. which is great!

5.0
2.0
SOC101
Grade: B
Dec 31, 2017
Would take again

The best professor to have for Sociology. Explains what you need to do in order to pass the class. If you show up to every class you don't have to take the final. If you participate, you would probably get a good grade in the class. There is no midterm in the class, instead there is another assignment and only one quiz you take.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
1.0
1.0
SOC01
Grade: C
Feb 26, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Not a good professor . Should be a political science professor because he forces his Marxist agenda onto students .

Tough Grader
GROUP PROJECTS
LECTURE HEAVY
1.0
1.0
SOC101
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Mar 7, 2018
Wouldn't take again

One of the worst professors at Housatonic that I have come across. Told us we needed to have class participation. 15 points toward our final grade. Some ways we can earn those points, of course, participate in class, friend him on Facebook and interact or meet him outside in the designated smoking areas to talk with him. I have no nice words.

4.0
2.0
SOC101
Grade: B
May 13, 2018
Wouldn't take again

I took him for Sociology, aced all the assignments and participated a few times but am a super anxious person so it wasn't a great amount. In the end that bit my grade down by a whole letter, and I didn't want to have a disingenuous convo for the sake of points. I enjoyed his lectures, lots of passion in them. Overall fun class.

4.0
2.0
SOCE101
Grade: B+
Jul 9, 2018
Would take again

Class has no real structure but he is an easy A, as long as you don't miss a class you wont need to take the final. If you participate with the discussions you get full participation points. His quizzes are multiple choice but you need to know the definitions he gives you verbatim or you wont pass the tests.

Participation matters
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
Class Info

Attendance Mandatory

50%

Textbook Required

81%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

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Predicted Grade

A-

89% confidence
Based on 13 grades
Most common grades:
A (4)
A+ (3)
B+ (2)
Grade Distribution
A(7)B(2)C(1)D(1)F(0)A-/B+(3)
Based on 16 reported grades
A: 4
A+: 3
B+: 2
B: 2
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Clear grading criteria (1)
Tough Grader (1)
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101

5.0

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SOC208

5.0

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SOC

5.0

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SOCIO101

5.0

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SOC210

5.0

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5.0

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2.0

E213

2.0

SOC111

2.0

SOCIOLOGY

1.9

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