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“Follow exactly what's on the syllabus and just how he wants it, and you'll do great”
SPC1017 - 5.0 rating“Best prof for a shy person dreading this credit”
SPC1017 - 5.0 ratingClass Info
Online Classes
100%
Attendance Mandatory
86%
Textbook Required
56%
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1017
5.0
(1)SPEECH
5.0
(3)SPC2026
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(1)SPC1025
5.0
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SPC1017
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1017
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Reviews (107)
very good prof., makes class interesting & fun.
Great Professor, very clear, by far the funiest class I have taken. I took him in the summer semester he doesn't give test!!! It's all group assiments, so there really isn't any hard speeches to make, highly recommended!!
YES YES YES.. group project(hope for good teammates).Very helpuf and funny..open mided, follow the instrcutions, give your best, and don't be afraid to talk..no written test!
fun class. great teacher. easy. nice.
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Very good, helpful, easy assignments, hope for good group members, easy speeches. definitely recommended.
He was really easy, VERY LENIENT grader. Only weird thing is, he seems kinda fruity...
This is a very nice teacher...He loves to talk (Obviously SPEECH!) But is very helpful and considerate with situations.Just be prepared to work and hope for good team members. I worked with a couple that didnt do JACK! That the only worry you havet to have with this class
I wish all my teachers made class as fun as Wolf. Great teacher! TAKE HIM!!
The best speech teacher ever. He makes the class fun and exciting. I changed my view about speech when i took his class.
Hes awsome!! You'll love his class, he knows how to make use of time and the best part NO TEST!! And by the end of the semster you'll be a better public speaker
Full of easy but time consuming BS assignments. I found him to be rude or bias at times. If ur an outgoin person who loves to talk u'll love his class. If u enjoy book work better or dont interact with ppl very well take another class b/c its ALL group work. I did enjoy his class but not bc of him
This class is an easy A as long as you have good attendance and put a little effort. Wolf is a little anal about trivial details, but you get used to it after a while. Also, you'll really get to know the people in your class which is cool.
I think he is a great teacher. His class is fun and helpful for the future. His projects are all fun and I learned a lot from him. I would definitley recommend people to take his class. There are no tests which takes a lot of stress of your chest when you have other classes to study for.
At first when you get the syllabus, you think the class is super hard. If you want an easy "A" take the class with this teacher. He is just very anal about absences. He gives no tests, but there are plenty of speeches and group projects. The class was lots of fun. I recommend him highly.
Okay, this guy is an alright prof. the only thing is that...one feels overwhelmed at first with that silly syllabus(Jungle Theme) then things start falling into place and you return to normal... I think.
If you want an easy A take this Prof. His class is fun, and its all group work. Just hope you get lucky and you get along w/everyone in the group. But this was a super slack class!!!
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Very fun class, very good teacher, easy!!!!!
Excellent Professor-very fun class, if you get into a good group like I did. Do not be late or absent!! Six week summer class is best. No final exam, just a project: don't wait till last minute on project-it is for two grades-but fun to do. Put a little effort into class and an "A" is a sure bet- He is very fair with grades. GREAT CLASS.
Fun Class
i would recommend this prof to anyone. made the class a breeze and is helpful. not boring at all and tries to make the class fun so u wont have to hate all the times u go to class
He is a good teacher, has his own book, knows what he's teaching, likes to talk a lot, can be a little corny sometimes, but he is cool. He leaves an excessive workload sometimes, but it is fun and interesting. If you have time to meet with your group, then take it. This class is a good GPA booster with this guy. FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS TO THE DOT.
My friend recommended this class to me because she read his reviews on this page. She told me not to worry that this class is breeze if you follow his instuctions...and it was soooo true! I got an "A" no studying involved, the book is recommended but you only use the 4 pages in the back so buy the book,make photo copies and return it,or borrow it
this guy is corny!!!!!!!!!!! the class assignments are a piece of cake. dont believe any of his stories. jokes are dry!!!!! but go ahead and take it if u want an A. its a great gpa booster.
This is a very easy A as along as you do all his assignments. The class environment is very social so you end up meeting all your classmates. Presenting infront of the class isnt so hard since you know everyone. The teacher loves corny jokes so always incorporate something corny and dum into your presentations so he will for sure give you a 90+
His class is easy, at the bigining look hard but it isn't,if you want an easy A, you take him
makes the class fun, and willing to help, and listen.
HIS STORIES ARE SOMETIMES OUTRAGOUS BUT HE IS A GOOD TEACHER. AND BOY DOES HE LIKE TO TALK. THE CLASS IS VERY EASY...NO TEST...ALL YOU HAVE TO DO IS YOUR WORK. AND THE GROUP WORK IS FUN TOO. I THINK HE IS A GOOD PROF OVERALL
This was one of the best classes I took at Dade. If your scared of speaking, it really helps you overcome your fear and insecurities. There are no tests only presentations, which are mostly done in your assigned groups. This is definitely not a class where you can stay quiet and unnoticed..you will get to know your classmates and group members very
Oh the Stories.... WOW!!! Some are hard to believe but funny none the less. He is a very good teacher. Yes he does talk a lot but other than that the class is super easy. No tests or homework, just a few group projects and a speech or 2.
This class is so easy. The assignments are almost all group speeches which are really fun and there are no tests in this class. The prof. is really nice and interesting...he just talks a lot. But he is a great teacher.
If you like to do a lot of group projects this prof is the one for you. But, if you don't run I can't tell you how frustrating it can be to have your grade relaying on other people. RUN!
The class is easy...His book includes evaluation forms so you know exactly what hes looking for...Mostly group work but graded individually (which is better)...Very clear on what he wants...Mandatory attendance, if not he counts off...Want an A take him...Just a little time consuming on 1 project thats all!!
If you need speech, this is the guy to take. I have an INTENSE fear of public speaking, but he got me over it. There are a lot of group discussions and I found them to be quite interesting! He's extremely organized and gives excellent advice about giving a great speech.
This teacher is GREAT! He's very easy & the speeches he tells you to do are easy as well you don't even have to prepare much for them and you still get an A. He's AWESOME! & he gives you a group to work with, and is cool because somehow he manages for the whole class to become friends! Its great, he's cool!! Take him!
SUPER EASY CLASS!! A SURE "A"...I THINK HE KINDA TALKS ALOT BUT OTHER THEN THAT THE CLASS IS FUN YOU GET RID OF PUBLIC SPEAKING AND ALOT OF GROUP WORK! HES VERY NICE AND UNDERSTANDING..HE WILL TRY TO HELP YOU IF YOU MISSED AN ASSIGNMENT.
easy A . No one got anything lower than a B.
Good professor
THIS CLASS WAS EASY BUT SOME OF THE PRODJECT DID TAKE SOME TIME TO DO BUT OVERALL HE WAS GREAT ALTHOUGH SOMETIMES HE IS UNFAIR WITH HIS GRADING....................
This is the easiest class I have ever taken in my life!! Everything consists of projects (mostly group) and they are real easy.. I definitely recommend to anyone that wants and easy A! But if you dont like working in groups then dont choose this prof bc thats all you are gonna be doing!
WOW best teacher ever. i was so comfortable speaking infront of my classmates and strangers. i was always so shy to speak in front of people but u lose all fear in this class. this teacher is awesome. if anyone gets lower than an A there is something wrong. cuz every1 i know got an A
Good teacher, very helpful, very nice. For those that don't like speech this class is for you. You work in groups almost the entire semester, so you won't be alone :)
Before you think I didnt pass his class, I earned an A. I didnt like him one bit. I learned absolutly nothing in this class. He puts you in groups and you stay there the whole semester. By the end, you hate every group except yours. I asked him a question just after class, and he looked at me like I was going to arrest him.
Great Prof. Very nice and helful, he seems serios but its all part of his speech act. Really easy and fun class, great teacher, PLEASE TAKE IF YOU HATE PUBLIC SPEAKING HE WILL HELP YOU OUT! FUNNY AT TIMES...
He is an easy teacher and a good guy, he tries to throw in a few jokes when he talks which are terrible. Problem;you dont really learn anything u didnt already know,useless waste of a semester, take in the short summer term if possible.
great teacher alot of group project. mandatory attendance is very easy to get B but supper hard to get A he give you A if you have average of 3.75 and up i had 3.68 and got B
What an easy class. But expect to do lots of projects.If you dont like speaking infront of people take him.You work in groups the whole class. Even though it could be hard to stay awake.Take him!!
Good teacher. If you are shy, this class might not be for you but better than taking another ENC class...i recommend it to everyone.
the only good thing about this class is when hes not lecturing and ur able to get into your groups for the projects...other than that the class is very boring!!! also the final exam for the class is a poster presentation that u do for the campus
it's an easy class but not for slackers! lots of projects and you work in groups the whole semester...very boring class and teaches stuff you already know... not an easy A
Lots of fun...
Great Teacher. He talks a LOT but everything he says make sense and gives good advice. Most of it is group work assignments and is very generous and comprehensive with the grades. Not hard for summer A or B, no homework, just your speech projects, not much reading either.
really good professor. super nice. the quizzes you do it at home, no homework. all you have to do is some easy projects.
an okay professor for the most part, but can be very unfair sometimes...does not answer emails...
He is so sweet!!!! Very easy class. I took it for the summer and got an A! Just made 3 Oral presentations and that's it. Totally take him.
He talks a lot, but its an easy "A." Your grade comes from 4-5 oral presentations that are very simple. I would highly reccommend him.
Very nice professor, but he does talk alot. About 4 oral presentations and that's it. No Homework.
Nice professor, changes syllabus each term. The syllabus has every assignment and when it is due. Does not answer emails and likes to talk.
He is a kind, generous and extremely intelligent professor. He is an example of what a professor should be. The people who say this isn't an easy A are extremely delusional. No one gets an A by sitting there texting and daydreaming(obviously). Some sort of effort is always required for an A but it's 110% doable. HIGHLY recommend!
A helpful teacher. I wound up learning a lot about speech; not the most interesting of subjects, but it is a useful skill. He knows a lot about speech communication, and although he is cocky, his class was fun and engaging. I very much enjoyed the socialization involved in the class, and in the end he turned out to be a very laid back guy.
He is the NICEST guy in the world. Truly caring. Wouldn't hurt a fly. Fun class. You meet awesome people because of group work but it's fun. He makes the class fun. Easy A..if you do the speeches obviously. Take him!! No hw or tests. Was sad this class was over because it was fun.
Professor Wolf was great and not demanding. He asked of you to be in class on time. I took the class in a mini term. All that he ask is that you turn in your assignments on time. This class does require Gordon Rule. I highly recommend his class. He is a nonsense professor.
If you're planning on taking speech, you should take it in the summer, but most importantly, take it with this professor! You will not need a textbook! You'll only have to do 5 speeches (3 individual, 2 group) and paper that's only like 2 pgs long! Even though the syllabus seems a tad overwhelming, Wolf will show you it won't be! Take his class!
GREAT, I recommend. All you have to do for an A is LISTEN and do the speeches word for word as he tells you. If he says brainstorm- in your speech use the word brainstorm. He will LOVE it. He's written his own speech books and always is ready to help. He is clear when speaking- no accent. And attendance is mandatory. No phone use in class.
I really recommend this professor. I took him and it was a great experience. He talks A LOT. but he's laidback...5 speeches, and their SO easy. Just be energetic when you speak. (don't be shy!!) he grades fairly when you seem interested and speak loud and clear, maintain eye contact with the crowd NOT him.
Great class! The professor is very helpful in class but does not answer emails. No book needed and no tests except a 2 page midterm on the speech lab and about 5 easy speeches. Very nice professor and you get to work in groups so it becomes easier and fun. I would recommend this class for an easy grade.
Good/fun professor but contradicting and extremely inconsistent with grades. Will penalize people that were extremely prepared for stupid things and reward people that obviously put their speech together right before class.
Great teacher! very easy class no tests only speeches very nice and explains things crystal clear. but ATTENDANCE IS MANDATORY! YOUR GRADE WILL BE SACRIFICED! Otherwise easy A!
Easy A if you put the effort in your speeches. There are 5 speeches throughout the course and the last one is a group assignment. He explains every speech with great detail. Use enthusiasm in your speech, he loves it! Make sure to give him eye contact every now and then. Loved this class
Professor Wolf is incredibly great! He is beyond intelligent and strategic. I learned a lot of helpful tips on how to make powerful speeches and powerpoints. He helps you get comfortable with public speaking. He also has a volunteer system since he does not force people unexpectedly. His speech topics are relatable and fun to work with. No regrets!
Profesor Wolf is Great ! He is very knowledge and truly cares ! You will enjoy the class and learn a lot. Get ready to do about 3-4 speeches, but don't worry they are fun and he will prepare you. I would love to take a class with him again. What a sweet person, and he's kind of funny too :) No book needed. No Exams. Participation matters.
I'm so shy and I have social anxiety but giving these easy speeches he assigns was the best part of my day he's not a tough grader at all you just have to follow his outline for your speeches. No tests at all so no book for the class! He's so nice and enthusiastic. Best prof for a shy person dreading this credit.
James Wolf wasn't my best teacher, but he's not totally bad. His classes are really boring! He'll teach the same lesson a million times and his lessons usually tire me out. Speeches weren't hard but he's picky enough to make it annoying to do. Even if you follow all the instructions, he'll find one tiny thing to mess up your grade.
Professor Wolf is one of the most lenient professors and extremely helpful. He's an easy grader. You will have group speech projects but they are pretty easy.
I was dreading this class so I took it for summer b. I had a speech due every week but they weren't hard. If you do exactly what he ask of you then you'll do fine. NO BOOK, NO TEST! If you miss class your grade will suffer. He's really nice and very helpful. HE WANTS YOU TO DO WELL. Beware: The few times we did have lecture they were very boring.
Okay here we go there 5 speech old bag speech two informative speech and sales speech and finally two person process speech you can choose any topic you want for all of your speech its very cool and easy so good luck to you.
Great teacher! Just 4 simple speeches, gives examples of each before they're due.. plenty of time in between. Helps you get acquainted with other students so shyness wont be an issue on presentation day. Glad i took him since it was my first semester. Easy A, just do what is required and is a guaranteed A. Very inspirational teacher!! WE lovee you!
attend class, do your speech and you will pass
Great teacher! Just 4 simple speeches, gives examples of each before they're due.. plenty of time in between.
His facial expressions suggest a great deal of demand on your communication skills and information resources, but he will help you out with your grade.
Some people like the lovey dovey get in a group and discuss everything hippie vibe this class gives off. I am not one of them. If you prefer independent work without the hassle of forced awkward socialization, this is NOT the class for you. Group projects and discussions are not fun for everyone and this guy doesn't get that. He is very nice though
TAKE PROF. WOLF! Only 4 speeches: Old bag, 2 informatives, & Sales Speech (persuas.) He gives plenty of ex when he lectures, gives extra credit, & make sure u do ur outline! NO TXTBOOK, NO FINAL! It's easy to get an A in this class. Follow exactly what's on the syllabus and just how he wants it, and you'll do great!! Good luck!
Prof. Wolf was a nice guy. He gives good feedback for every speech and you know your grade the same day. There is a duo speech so beware. He separates the class in 4 groups so that one group presents a day which is good because you always know the day you go. You have to earn an A which is slightly hard. Ex credit is due the next class!!
Super glad to have chosen such a knowledgable professor. I really have learned some valuable things in just the first 3 weeks of his Speech class. He's super helpful and makes the class really easy. No book required, plenty of time to turn in assignments and they're all fairly easy. Easy A. Attendance isn't mandatory but recommended.
Prof. Wolf is one of those teachers that as long as you do what they want the way they want it, you'll pass with flying colors. Do exactly what he wants and you'll get an A. I took his SPC1017 class and got an A+ by following his directions. No textbook, no final. 4 speeches; MAKE SURE YOU DO AN OUTLINE FOR EACH!!! Lowest grade I got was 94.
I had taken an intro to public speaking class with a Dr. Murphy in the same class the semester prior to this one. He was a great professor, a better professor than Wolf I believe. So in Wolf's class, I figured I'd use what Dr. Murphy taught me. But because it didn't acquiesce to what Wolf wanted he gave me a C when I at least deserved a B.
Make sure to show up to class he takes a half letter if absent more than 4 times. Did 4 speeches with outlines plus final speech is doubled, did not require book he gives you all the information for the speeches. He care about you doing good in your speech, just practice.
Honestly he makes you do speeches through a rubric and the classes in which you arent doing speeches are utterly useless and his grading is very anal i saw some great speeches who ended with 85s rather than high 90s
Just went to class for attendance and to give my speeches. Easy breezy.
This teacher understands that this is a introduction course. He make work clear and simple . He is nice and overall encourages you to not stress about work to make your assignments " not harder then it has to be " . Super easy class.
Really good for this class only 6 speeches you get graded on but is very nit picky on certain stuff like any logos on your shirt .
This guy grades speeches the way he wants to. You can literally give the best speech make everyone laugh and agree with you, how you are suppose to and get a B compared to someone that does a half ass job and gets an A. He grades however he want to without logic or good reasoning as if he was a communist. Please do not take his class.
This is my first B at MDC. I've never had such a bad experience. It doesn't matter how well you delivered your speech, he'll grade you based on stupid assumptions. The grading rubric is so ambiguous that it gives him room to play with your grade as he wishes. Please do yourself a favor and do not take this class
Want an easy A? Take this professor! Professor Wolf is caring and gives great feedback on your speeches. Theyre are 4 speeches that you must give and you could do it on anything. The final speech requires you going to the speech lab!
Please stay out of this class. Really disappointing teacher, IDK how MDC considered him. Super unclear grading criteria!!!
such a gem. if I could take him again I totally would!!
This professor is a shame for MDC. Please stay away from this class if you want to get a B+
Only 4 speeches, any topic, and super easy. Attendance isn't mandatory.
super unclear grading. if you want to get a c or worse than take this guy.
worst teacher ever. super unclear grading. he feedback is very unclear. if i were you dont take this class because he doest teach at all.
unclear grading
just plan horrible
bad teacher
If you want a really easy online class that consisted of 4 speeches this is the one. The first speech is just an outline and the others are recorded. You *have* to follow his outline to the T if not you wont get a passing grade. And good luck trying to reach him via email/Blackboard he never answers which is why he gets a 1.
I had him online because of Covid. I never once meet the professor he had the syllabus and assignment out for us just to submit them. Most of the grades is from what the speech lab gives you. Work is really easy. However if you had a problem in the class you cannot get ahold of him. My classmates and I have tried and he does not answer anyone.
Prepare days in advance for the presentations because when submitting blackboard will give you lots of trouble. Dont waste your time contacting the professor because 1/10 times he will respond to you. Have lots of patience and again, have all your project ready and be consistent with the due dates so that you can have an upper-hand when submitting
Class Info
Online Classes
100%
Attendance Mandatory
86%
Textbook Required
56%
Grade Predictor
Your expected effort level
Predicted Grade
B+
Grade Distribution
Common Tags
Rating Trend
Declining
-0.67 avg changeRatings by Course
1017
5.0
(1)SPEECH
5.0
(3)SPC2026
5.0
(1)SPC1025
5.0
(2)SPC1036
5.0
(1)Difficulty by Course
SPC1017
2.3
1017
2.0
SPC2026
2.0
SPC1025
2.0
SPS1017
2.0