4.3

Homer Arrington

English - Santa Barbara City College

4.3
Quality
2.3
Difficulty
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Would Retake
114
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4.3
Quality
2.3
Difficulty
4.4
Helpful
4.3
Clarity

100%

Would Retake

114

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What Students Say

He is your homie for the semester

30628 - 5.0 rating

I loved coming to class, even though it was English

ENG100 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Attendance Mandatory

90%

Textbook Required

75%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

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Predicted Grade

A-

89% confidence
Based on 13 grades
Most common grades:
A (7)
A+ (3)
B- (1)
Grade Distribution
A(10)B(1)C(0)D(0)F(0)A-/B+(2)
Based on 13 reported grades
A: 7
A+: 3
B-: 1
A-: 1
Common Tags
Hilarious (6)
Caring (5)
EXTRA CREDIT (5)
Gives good feedback (2)
Participation matters (1)
Inspirational (1)
Amazing lectures (1)
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Ratings by Course

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ENGLISH

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ENGLISH112

5.0

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ANG110

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AAAAAA

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ENG5897

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MATH137

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Reviews (114)
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ENG100
May 4, 2004

No Comments

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ENG110
May 6, 2004

By far the best teacher @ SBCC. If he had the ability to teach every course, all students would be A+ students!

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ENG111
Nov 16, 2004

Best English teacher that I have ever met in my life.

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ENG111
Nov 17, 2004

Probably the best English teacher for international students

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ENG100
Nov 19, 2004

very funny teacher...always cracks up jokes and allow late assignment

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ENG100
Nov 23, 2004

Fun english class!

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ENG111
Grade: B-
Nov 23, 2004

Best teacher ever

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ENG110
Nov 23, 2004

funniest english teacher @ SBCC

5.0
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ENG
Nov 30, 2004

fun class

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ENGLISH
Dec 8, 2004

Eng 100

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ENGLISH100
Dec 9, 2004

best teacher ive ever had in my life. makes learning and being in class fun, keeps you laughing!

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ENG110
Dec 20, 2004

Good teacher with great reading choices. I enjoyed this class very much, and you will too.

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ENG111
Feb 25, 2005

This teacher cracked me up everytime I was in his class. English is a boring subject anyway, but he knows how to make the class not boring at all. Very friendly person also. Always laughed and cheerful in his class

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ENGLISH112
Feb 28, 2005

Arrington is a great teacher. VERY cool, easy to talk to, and a blast to be around and learn from. Excellent analytical and creative teacher who happens to infuse a lot of fun into class. I recommend taking him without reservation. You won't regret him.

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ENGLISH110
Apr 13, 2005

He's rad. Learned a lot. Doesn't play favorites. Just be respectful, do your homework and enjoy! Keeps the mood light and adds lots of humor, which makes learning fun! I highly suggest taking him for 100 and 110... if you can get in.

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ENG100
Apr 20, 2005

nice,cool,funny guy. He's the man.

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ANG110
Apr 20, 2005

mr arrington was probably the best english teacher i have ever had! he made the class so much fun and has the best personality! he is very understanding and he really cares about his students!

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ENG110
Apr 21, 2005

This is by far the most fun english class I have ever had, Arrington u have a great sense of humor and always keeps the class awake with ur silly jokes

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ENG100
Apr 26, 2005

Hi Mr. Arrington is the best, he is funny, respectful, and he makes learning fun. Very few teachers know how to do that, to teach and still have a good time while teaching. He understands you as a student. I personally hate English and going to other English class has always been a drag, but knowing

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ENG100
Jun 29, 2005

He has a really good personality!! He is great joker. take it! I am sure you'll love his class!!this is my first time to write in this cite! Also, his class is helpful on study!

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ENG111
Jul 13, 2005

No offense, it was an okay class, but he seemed to give favoritism to his past students. I got a B, mainly because of his quizzes, they were kind rough. Be sure and read what's going to be tested! If you do that, you're good. I don't think he appreciated my input, it was his stage and not a forum. Still, cool guy.

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ENG111
Grade: A-
Aug 30, 2005

A good teacher that will understand issues. He is also is a great teacher for International students or Eng as a second language. Really funny a multicultural teacher and funiest teacher ever during 5 years of SBCC.

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MATH137
Aug 30, 2005

cool funky hippy guy

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ENGLISH111
Aug 31, 2005

the night class kciked ass

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ENG100
Sep 1, 2005

Best teacher you could ever ask for. Too bad everyone knows this and you wont be able to get a seat...

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ENG100ENG111
Sep 1, 2005

Homey!!!!! You Rock. Coolest teacher I know during my College Career, possible even the best teacher I've ever had. I've never had such a smart-ass teacher, and never been such a smart-ass to a teacher before. lol Two thumbs up

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ENGLISH
Sep 2, 2005

No Comments

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ENG100
Sep 5, 2005

He is the man! Why do you hesitate choosing his class? He takes care about every students in his class so well that sometimes I thought he was sensitive. Any way, he is the best! Hurry! His class will be close soon.

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ENG111
Sep 6, 2005

He is the best! To tell the truth, I hate English. But he can make English insteresting to me!!! Note: for international student, Mr. A will even prepare an translated Hamlet in your mother language!!

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ENGLISH102
Sep 7, 2005

No Comments

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ENG111
Sep 12, 2005

This guy is awesome! I've never had more fun in an English class! I wish I had taken all my classes before with him too!

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ENG111
Sep 27, 2005

HOMER IS THE MAN!!! he cracks loads of jokes and if you bring him a snickers/mars bar he will LOVE YOU

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ENG110
Oct 1, 2005

arrington is the best teacher I have ever had, he makes you feel at ease and he is very clear about what he wants done in the class.

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ENGLISH101
Oct 4, 2005

No Comments

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ENG111
Oct 5, 2005

he is the funniest professor I have ever had!!! not so easy on the grading though!

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ENG111
Nov 7, 2005

arringtons the man, end of story

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ENG100
Nov 8, 2005

He is the best teacher I have ever had for English. He is a lovable guy. The class is highly enjoyable and at the same time it will make you think. He's in a league of his own.

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ENG111
Nov 14, 2005

Probably the best English teacher at SBCC, always one to crack jokes....Mr A lets you express yourself in writing a lot more than most other teachers would.

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ENG100
Dec 7, 2005

Mr. Arrington is a great teacher. He is very funny and is very helpful. He always gets his classes filled up quick!

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ENG111
Dec 12, 2005

everything here is true!

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ENG110
Jan 23, 2006

GREAT TEACHER and GREAT CLASS. Mr Arrington is the best English teacher by far. His class is easy and he treats you like an equal not a student. I defiantly recommend this class!!

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ENG111
Apr 27, 2006

BEST TEACHER I HAVE EVER EVER HAD .. this man is sooooo funny he should be a comedian. he is so understanding and fair. he teaches well although he is an easy teacher. i am never excited for an english class but i am ALWAYS excited for his class. he is THE best teacher at CC.. (hes worked in a prison and been a cab driver in NY! HAAHAHAHAA)

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ENG100
May 8, 2006

BEST TEACHER EVER..HE GIVES US FREE GUM AND MAKES JOKES THE ENTIRE CLASS PERIOD!AMAZING TEACHER

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ENG100AND110
May 25, 2006

He is a great teacher! Always very helpful and makes class fun. Night or day, his class are fun. Definetly recommend!

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ENGLISH100
Jun 23, 2006

He was very helpful and funny. It was a long class but with him as the teacher it seemed to go by quicker. He is easy and funny but you still learn from the guy. Arrington is definitely a GREAT pick!

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ENG111
Nov 12, 2006

I really enjoyed the class. He is so fun and smart. You should take it!!

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ENG100
Nov 18, 2006

good teacher,really fun class,its the only one i look foreward to in the week,i strongly recomend him,hes really funny too!

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ENG110
Dec 14, 2006

He is so funny!

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ENG100
Jan 12, 2007

mr.a-- Entertaining.. not boring.. although frankly i don't feel i learned that much. Take him if you don't want to be challenged, but enjoy some interesting conversations..some might be offended by his joking and when he puts people on the spot especially foreigners. He is though ultra cool and seems to be very kind-hearted....

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ENG111
May 2, 2007

Homer is the most entertaining and funny teacher you could have. I really enjoyed his class alot and learned well enough crap. The only thing that is annoying is you have to turn in your essay two days before the due date to turnitin.com. Otherwise he is good teacher.

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ENG110
Jun 11, 2007

he's a good teacher. He's really funny. We had interesting class discussions. He's a pretty good grader. The only bad thing is that you have to turn your essays in to turnitin.com or else he won't grade them, but other than that it's a pretty cool class.

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ENG111
Jun 25, 2007

oh man, that guy is so cool. i enjoyed going to his class, the best class at sbcc. the class is not too hard and he is very helpfull, he'll also work with you to give your best. great atmosphere

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ENG100
Nov 1, 2007

Hes a good teacher, very funny. Makes you laugh. Keeps you entertained. I feel bad for the foreigners though who dont understand what hes saying. I also dont feel as if hes teaching us anything regarding English, I hope I pass this class even though I havent learned much since English 80

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ENG2A
Nov 22, 2007

I was taught by Mr Arrington back in 1990 at Ventura. I was his British mature student and we laughed at the BBC English! Back now in the UK I still remember him and his class.

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ENG100
Dec 2, 2007

GREAT CLASS TO ATTEND! VERY EXCITING!

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ENG100
Dec 12, 2007

Great guy. Really funny. But he didnt teach much, or maybe I just didnt learn anything. If you already feel comfortable about your writing and you just feel like you want to have some fun before getting into ENG 110, then you should definitely take him!

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ENG100
Dec 12, 2007

The only class I actually looked forward to going to. Great teacher, book was okay but didn't use very much, but that's just me :-)

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ENG101
Jan 14, 2008

Prof is great! Very fun, laughs a lot, and actually gets to know the students. I didn't feel like I learned too much, but then again, it's an introductory English course, one should know the material by 8th grade. One of my favorite teachers, and I've seen him around town many times and he's always willing to chat! Thanks H!

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ENG100
May 19, 2008

Hes very funny teacher.. not boring at all/ Class is mandatory. if you late, he makes questions in other words he will put you on the spot. His class is perfect to kick back but if you wanna to learn something take someone else, becaue this class just for fun.. NO ADDS

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ENG100
May 19, 2008

Hes very funny teacher.. not boring at all/ Class is mandatory. if you late, he makes questions in other words he will put you on the spot. His class is perfect to kick back but if you wanna to learn something take someone else, becaue this class just for fun.. NO ADDS

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ENG111
Jul 23, 2008

he was the most awful teacher i've ever head. not serious at all and ruined my experience.

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ENG1B
Feb 20, 2009

I had Mr. Arrington for Critical Thinking when he was at Ventura College. He is one of the few teachers I still remember fondly. Had a great time in his class; he was funny and helpful, and cared about his students; even though I slacked off a little, he refused to let me get anything less than an A.

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ENG100
Apr 8, 2009

This class was a waste of time. He messed around the whole class, and when it came to the serious work, he would save it until the last five min of class to talk about. He favors Certain students specially pretty girls. He is a complete jerk and yells ALL THE TIME. bad teacher, bad class.

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ENG100
May 16, 2009

suppper chill. take if you dont care if you learn something or not.

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ENG100
May 16, 2009

take if you dont mind not learning anything. suppper chill though!!

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ENG100
May 20, 2009

I loved him. he made my experience in that class sooo much fun! I loved him!

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ENG100
Jul 19, 2009

Hilarious teacher! very random.. you don't learn much, but he is an easy pass/no pass :)

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AAAAAA
Jul 22, 2009

He is very bad for international students, talk too fast, not helpful. many of my friends fail.

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ENG231
Nov 6, 2009

He was horrible. I love english and have never disliked an english teacher but i found myself completely uninterested. It seems like he has no idea what he is even talking about. The class is easy but as far as his teaching goes...i regret taking the class.

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ENG111
Nov 14, 2009

Homer is awesome! I loved his class. He is VERY funny and very real. Did not have one class of his I didn't laugh in. He keeps it light and fun. Lots of reading, lots of work, but good feedback on papers to help you become a better writer.

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ENG231
Nov 17, 2009

Nice guy, but not very focused. Didn't gain much insight on assigned readings. Discussions covered random topics outside the reading. Not much direction in class. Unclear what was expected of you. You don't know your grade until the end. Funny and kind, but not at all serious. I wish he'd been more focused on the subject instead of a good time.

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ENG100
Dec 10, 2009

great teacher....i loved going to class=) everyone should take him

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ENG100
Dec 17, 2009

i looooooooooove him! he helps out major if you are really having issues and he is hilarious! he is very sarcastic but if oyu have that smart ass attitude like me, youl love him!

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ENGENG
May 6, 2010

Very funny Professor always keeps you interested in lectures easy A if you stay on task. Verry flexible (not literally)Seems like you dont learn much but thats if YOU dont take the class seriously. FUNNY GUY!!!!

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ENG110
Aug 26, 2010

awsome dude!!!!!

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ENG110
Sep 25, 2010

Wonderful teacher! Made me remember how much I love literature and I changed my major to English. Introduced me to Latin American literature, which I love!!! Great guy!!

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ENG100
Jan 23, 2011

He is simple the best. I wish all the teachers were a little more like him. Teachers like him make life in school easier. ( I love his sense of humor)

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ENG100
Apr 25, 2011

He was a great teacher and kept the lectures fun and easy to understand. gives good feedback and great tips for essays and helps you understand each topic for use in essays. he's flexible with deadlines. and just wants to see you succeed! just put effort into it and youll do great.

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ENG111
May 8, 2011

BEST TEACHER EVER!!! I wish he taught every class ad CC. He is AMAZING! As long as you do you essays (I turned in most of them late) and still got a B+ and attend lecture you will get an A no problem! So much fun and he's hilarious!! I would recommend him hands down to anyone!

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ENG111
May 18, 2011

Homes is a great guy, hilarious and keeps classes fun to go to! Kind of a grind on assignments but hes laidback and will work with you to get assignments done. Hes really nice and makes class enjoyable and gets everyone talking and social with each other. Def would recommend him to anyone!

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ENG5897
May 28, 2011

Arrington is a great guy, very helpful. Work hard and you'll do great in his class, I've taken both ENG 110 and 111 and enjoyed both classes, he definitely keeps us entertained and challenged. Best professor I've had at sbcc hands down!

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ENG100
Jul 21, 2011

He is the best English professor in my life. Even though his class is not easy and he requires lots of work, they are worthwhile.

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ENG111
Nov 7, 2011

i love this teacher

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ENG100
Nov 17, 2011

LOVE this guy. Super normal, super Hilarious..... Each class i was entertained and he let us out almost 30 minutes early each time. He's clear on every assignment. He really cares about what you gain from this class and life in general. Absolutely take this class.

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ENGL100
Nov 21, 2011

Take him! Such an amazing teacher, he's hilarious and keeps things light! He talks to his students on a personal level and makes a ton of jokes. 4 essays which are really not bad at all and very easy homework assignments. For sure have a great time in this class i would never take anyone else!

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ENG100
Apr 17, 2012

WHAT A FUNNY GUY

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ENG100
May 3, 2012

THE BEST TEACHER IN THE WORLD HOMER ROCKS!! TAKE HIM HE IS AWSOME AND AMAZING AND SUPER COOL! I LOVE HIM

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ENG100
Aug 29, 2012

This guy is Legendary at teaching. He is helpful and his class is never boring, and i do mean never. I would definetly reccomend him.

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ENG110
Sep 24, 2012

He is NOT for those with no sense of humor, otherwise he's one of the best instructors I've had. If you want to know where you stand in his class, ask, and he will tell you. If you want to know what's expected of you, it's in his sylabus and he expects the best from you. The reading isn't easy, but his lively class discussions make sense of it.

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ENG110
Jan 16, 2013

As far as i am concerned, Homer is the best english at SBCC. I took eng 100 & 110 with him. He explains everything clearly and he gives you plenty of time to do the homework. Class discutions are really interesting and fun. If you pay good attention, u will get something to write about.

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PD100
Jan 29, 2013

Makes all classroom discussions interesting and funny. Highly recommend

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ENG100
Apr 6, 2013

Thanks Mr. Arrington for being such an awesome teacher with a great sense of humor. I really enjoyed your class and you. Any one out there want to take a English class with a great teacher!!! This one is for you!

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ENGLISH100
May 5, 2013

Mr. A is an awesome teacher with a great sense of humor. You have questions he answers~He is very supportive and really cares. Thanks Mr.A. Cheers

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100
May 13, 2013

best teacher ever!!!!! cool, funny, and best of all u lear while u have fun in his class! take him!!!!

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PD100
May 17, 2013

Taking class right now, Mr. Arrington is an enthusiastic teacher. Although PD itself is just something that's not fun to learn, class was always fun. Arrington has good stories, life advice, and his class is not boring.

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100
Jun 19, 2013

If you're looking to be entertained he is the guy to take. But, if you're interested in learning, he's probably not your best bet. Regardless, this is not a difficult course and he does not have high expectations for anyone (including himself); just show up and do the assigned homework and essays.

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ENG110
Sep 4, 2013

best english prof in sbcc! he is willing to learn with you and he is very approachable. keeps d class interesting. he has a great sense of humor. d' only english prof in sbcc who is willing to help and will not judge you. he is just simply a great professor!

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ENG100
Feb 2, 2014

Mr H is the best professor you can have! He is very helpful, kind and his classes are very fun to attend. Assignments were not too hard and he gave a lot of good feedback on papers and there were never any problems with his class. If you want to have a fun semester and be happy going to english class, take Mr H!

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ENG110
May 8, 2014

One of the coolest professors on campus! I've never had more fun in a class. Homer is hysterical! He has our class cracking up every time we meet! As far as work goes, there is quite a bit of reading, but nothing too demanding. His grading is fair and he gives awesome feedback on all assignments. You will love taking any of his classes!

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30628
Grade: B+
Nov 4, 2014

He is your homie for the semester. Respect him and you would be fine. DO NOT BRING FOOD TO CLASS!!!

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ENGLISH110
Dec 3, 2014

Homer is really a good teacher over all. The class was never boring! You could definitely skip a class or two and not let it affect your grade but there is usually a quiz, assignment, or extra credit given in class so you should avoid skipping often. Good reads, easy assignments, but prepare for the final essay and research essay! Tough!

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ENGLISH100
Grade: A
Mar 19, 2015

Homie for sure. Mr. A is the best! He helped me with my papers and always made sure the class was having a good time. He made sure too that everyone was understanding the work.

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ENG110
Grade: A+
Apr 21, 2015

I LOVE this guy. He assigns some sort of homework after every class, but it's usually very simple. I was never afraid to ask any questions, & he allows you to revise ALL of your essays. He is also hilarious! So class is fun. Our ENG 110 course theme was food and that made writing more interesting. Definitely would take him again!!

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100
Grade: A+
May 14, 2015

Homer is the homie. He is really laid back and makes class entertaining, he jokes around a lot and doesn't assign too much homework. I would definitely take him for any of the english classes he teaches!

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ENG100
Grade: A
Nov 2, 2015

Homer was one of the most caring, compassionate and funniest teachers I have ever had. I loved coming to class, even though it was English. I loved this class, and I wish he taught 110 in the fall so I could have taken him. If you are looking for an English Teacher, pick him, he is the best.

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ENG100
Grade: A
Jan 4, 2016

He is the best! The easiest professor i have ever had. I passed his english 100 without any pain in the Fall semester. Very nice, Considerate and Funny! Pick him if you need to take an english class.

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ENG100
Grade: A
Nov 7, 2016
Would take again

Great teacher, take his classes!

Hilarious
Caring
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ENG100
Dec 1, 2016
Would take again

this dude makes coming to class just brighten your day up. He's hilarious, yet makes sure to get work done.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Hilarious
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ENG100
Jan 17, 2017
Would take again

Professor Arrington is a great professor. His Class is the funniest as well as he is. English class was more enjoyable with him. Gives good feedback and helpful on the assignments !

Gives good feedback
Hilarious
Caring
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ENG100
May 24, 2017
Would take again

Best English teacher I have even met in college. He is so funny, nice and friendly and class will never get bored. I would like to take his other English class.

Caring
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ENG111
Grade: A+
Feb 5, 2019
Would take again

Realist and funniest teacher you'll ever have.

Inspirational
Hilarious
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ENG111
Grade: A
Apr 23, 2019
Would take again

best professor I have ever had in sbcc and he is also the funniest teacher who makes you enjoy the class!!!

Amazing lectures
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ENG110
Grade: A
May 10, 2019
Would take again

Very nice professor. He is a good man.

Hilarious
Caring
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ENG110
Grade: A
May 10, 2019
Would take again

Very nice man. I like him.

Hilarious
Caring
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Class Info

Attendance Mandatory

90%

Textbook Required

75%

Grade Predictor

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Predicted Grade

A-

89% confidence
Based on 13 grades
Most common grades:
A (7)
A+ (3)
B- (1)
Grade Distribution
A(10)B(1)C(0)D(0)F(0)A-/B+(2)
Based on 13 reported grades
A: 7
A+: 3
B-: 1
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