4.0

Jiaming Sun

Sociology - Texas A&M University at Commerce

4.0
Quality
3.1
Difficulty
53%
Would Retake
105
Reviews
4.0
Quality
3.1
Difficulty
4.2
Helpful
3.8
Clarity

53%

Would Retake

105

Reviews

Rating Distribution
Official
105 total ratings

5

57

4

23

3

12

2

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8

What Students Say

Took this as a summer course

SOC311 - 4.0 rating

The most well-prepared and organized professor I have EVER had

SOC331 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

65%

Textbook Required

100%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

B+

95% confidence
Based on 19 grades
Most common grades:
A (6)
A+ (5)
C (3)
Grade Distribution
A(11)B(2)C(3)D(0)F(0)A-/B+(3)
Based on 20 reported grades
A: 6
A+: 5
C: 3
B+: 2
Common Tags
Gives good feedback (6)
Lots of homework (6)
Respected (4)
Participation matters (4)
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS (3)
Clear grading criteria (3)
Accessible outside class (3)
Get ready to read (2)
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Reviews (104)
1.0
4.0
INTROTORESEAR
Dec 2, 2005

he doesn't speak English and I don't think he would be a good teacher even if he could

2.0
3.0
SOC332
Dec 6, 2005

some communication barriers make the class difficult. very nice guy, but my recommendation is just read the book. thats the only way to pass his class.

3.0
5.0
SOCI332
Dec 31, 2005

No Comments

5.0
2.0
SOC332
Nov 24, 2006

I really liked the fact that this class was online support class; it was easier to understand assignments and actually keep up with assignments!

5.0
2.0
SOC332
Aug 5, 2007

Overall I had a good time in this class.

5.0
4.0
SOC331
Nov 1, 2007

Great class! Dr. Sun is very experienced and knowledgeable on the subject he teaches, Social Research. I think he is a leader in the field of research. He has several books published on the topic and I was much honored to have him as my professor.

5.0
5.0
SOC331
Nov 1, 2007

hard class but good teacher

5.0
2.0
SOC335
Dec 1, 2007

This is a good class. For an online class it was extremely organized and helpful reminders throughout semester.

3.0
4.0
SOC335
Dec 1, 2007

I do not like multiple choice quizzes or exams, I prefer to synthesise my knowledge as essay answers.

5.0
3.0
SOCOL335
Dec 1, 2007

Dr. Sun is awesome. He used a lot of teaching tools to make something I at first viewed as boring very interesting. The short movies were a definite plus. It allowed us to see more than just what the textbook was teaching. Thank you for a great semester.

5.0
5.0
SOC331
Dec 1, 2007

Go to class and listen. Take notes on all of the questions that he references in lecture and you will see the exact questions again on the quizzes, mid-term, & final. Do all the things he directs you to do and you will pass. Attendance is not optional it is mandatory to pass this class. Dr. Sun also utilizes the e-college software. A+ Professor

4.0
4.0
SOC335
Dec 2, 2007

I really like Dr. Sun and know that he is very knowledgeable in this subject.

4.0
2.0
SOC335
Dec 2, 2007

This class opened my eyes, I was dreading taking the class because I thought it was going to be boring but the class turned out to be very interesting!

5.0
4.0
SOC335
Dec 3, 2007

I have taken several courses with Dr. Sun, both lecture and online. I have always enjoyed his classes. He is approachable and personable. Unfortunately, many students do not give him the credit he deserves. He is a brilliant man heckled by students in his class because of his broken english, when many of them do not even speak perfect english.

3.0
4.0
SOC335
Dec 3, 2007

I learned a lot in this class

3.0
4.0
SOC335
Dec 3, 2007

Overall great class. I wish that I had more time and less issues at hme to get a better grade.

3.0
4.0
SOC311
Dec 4, 2007

Not very hard of class as long as you do all your work. Everything is online so you know how you are doing at all times.

4.0
3.0
SOC335
Dec 5, 2007

The class was fairly easy, and Dr. Sun makes an attempt to put real life stories in the lessons. The final project was a little iffy on the instructions.

3.0
3.0
SOC331
Dec 5, 2007

Eh, this class was boring, but not hard, so I can't complain too much. You do all work on e-college, so I saw little reason for coming to class other than to not lose the points we got for actually coming. Dr. Sun in a nice guy though- I think he wants his students to do well.

5.0
4.0
SOC311
Dec 5, 2007

I would like to become his assistant. He is very passionate about sociology. I will continue to take classes with him whenever possible.

4.0
3.0
SOCSECT
Dec 5, 2007

Very thorough, very interesting. Use of multiple formats for teaching (videos, lecture, text) creates interest. Great class overall.

5.0
2.0
SOC311
Dec 6, 2007

This class was very interesting and I would refer it to anyone.

5.0
4.0
SOC331
Dec 6, 2007

I thought he was a very fair teacher. I knew my grade at all times. He applied a number of different methods to help make sure we learned the material; the book, e college, and group discussions.

5.0
1.0
SOC330
Dec 9, 2007

this class was interesting, challenging and really cool

5.0
3.0
SOC318
May 2, 2008

Dr. Sun, overall an excellent instructor. Sometimes his instructions need to be clarified but allows students input to help make instructions more easily understood. He is very knowledgable in his field. I feel he does a great job with a variety of assignments in all his courses, especially online courses. He expects work from his students.

5.0
3.0
SOC318
May 3, 2008

Dr. Sun has been very helpful and I have earned a lot during this class. I found his teaching methodology extremely beneficial.

5.0
3.0
SOC318
May 3, 2008

The course is very organized. You know each week how the assignments will be. No surprises. Easy to set a schedule with this online class.

5.0
4.0
SOC318
May 4, 2008

Dr. Sun is very informative. Dr. Sun is very knowledgable in this subject. Dr. Sun replies quickly to emails/posting and returns grades in a timely manner.

4.0
4.0
SOC318
May 4, 2008

great class--enjoyed this semester!

4.0
4.0
SOC331
May 5, 2008

enjoyed the class

1.0
5.0
SOC331
May 5, 2008

He needs to make the class completely online and not lecture because you cannot understand him.

5.0
3.0
SOC331
May 6, 2008

Soc 331

4.0
2.0
SOC331
May 6, 2008

Easy class if you make the best of the points.

5.0
2.0
SOC335
Dec 1, 2008

I have always enjoyed using power point presentations for classes.

5.0
2.0
SOC311
Dec 1, 2008

this course challenges your thinking.

5.0
4.0
SOC311
Dec 2, 2008

great teacher

5.0
1.0
SOCO311
Dec 2, 2008

Dr Sun is an extremely intelleget, profecient professor. Any college would be proud to have him.

5.0
1.0
SOCO335
Dec 2, 2008

Dr. Sun is an excellent professor, very professional and I will be in another one of his classes next semester.

4.0
3.0
SOC335
Dec 3, 2008

I think the teacher did a great job this semester. He was very helpful and worked with us well.

4.0
4.0
SOC335
Dec 5, 2008

great teaching style, and very knowledgable about the material at hand.

5.0
3.0
SOC335
Dec 5, 2008

This class is fun. I really enjoy sociology even though it is a new and challenging subject for me. I am trying my best. Hopefully one day I will get the jist of it and make straight 'A's.

4.0
4.0
SOC311
Dec 6, 2008

Dr. Sun really wants you to learn the material and does what he can to help you learn it. He also tries to keep the class interesting by adding things that other professors often don't add. He is fair and assigns a reasonable amount of work. If you put in the effort, you can do well in his class.

5.0
4.0
SOC335
Dec 6, 2008

interesting class, good professor, very encouraging, tries to be innovative

5.0
1.0
SOCO318
Apr 30, 2009

Dr. Sun is the most professional instructors I have had the opportunity to have classes with. He is exceptonal in his field, and I highly recommend his classes.

5.0
4.0
SOC318
May 1, 2009

Dr. Sun really cares about his students learning the material. He also gives plenty of opportunities for students to earn good grades. He is not afraid to do something new and different from other professors, which is refreshing.

5.0
3.0
SOC318
May 3, 2009

I enjoyed the class. The teacher is great. I will recomend his class to others.

5.0
4.0
SOC318
May 3, 2009

I feel the instructor does a great job at teaching this course. He has a good knowledge of the subject content.

5.0
1.0
SOC335
Dec 6, 2009

Great online course!!

4.0
4.0
SOC332
Dec 6, 2009

He's a great professor and (unfortunately) doesn't get the respect he deserves. I enjoy taking his courses.

5.0
3.0
SOC335
Dec 7, 2009

Professor Sun has designed the coursework that is conducive for an online learning environment. He responded very quickly to my questions/concern. I would definitely recommend taking Professor Sun in this or any other class.

5.0
3.0
SOC331
Dec 7, 2009

The class material is very useful especially if you will be moving on to graduate school. Dr. Sun is a wonderful professor. He is very helpful, and he genuinely cares if his students do well or not.

5.0
3.0
SOC335
Dec 13, 2009

I enjoyed the class, he is a excellent instructor.

5.0
3.0
SOC318
Apr 23, 2010

Dr. Sun does an excellent job of teaching and encouraging students to be sucessful. If you do not do well in one of his classes it is simply because you do not care.

4.0
3.0
SOC332
May 2, 2010

Professor is concerned that all students pass class and gives you ample opportunity to gain points.

5.0
2.0
SOC332
May 3, 2010

Professor is most helpful and amazing! One of my favorites!!

5.0
4.0
SOC318
May 5, 2010

Always willing to help students. Always punctual and quick to respond.

4.0
3.0
SOC331
May 5, 2010

Dr. Sun is a professional in this field and highly knowledgeable.

5.0
3.0
SOC311
Jul 7, 2010

This was an online summer class so the timeline was tight. He spelled out the due dates clearly so you knew what was expected and he responded to questions promptly.

4.0
5.0
SOC331
Jul 8, 2010

The work load was pretty high but over all the course was useful to me. The final exam questions were difficult and I did not do very good at all.

5.0
3.0
SOC311
Dec 4, 2010

I have taken several class under the direction of Dr. Sun. I have found that he is a great instructor, his assignments enable the student to do their very best on testing date, and he has the student's best interest at heart at all times.

5.0
3.0
SOC311
Dec 5, 2010

The Teacher has everything spelled out no surprises

5.0
3.0
SOC318
Dec 5, 2010

Dr. Sun, I have expressed before that I thought this class was going to be a total bore, but I was proven wrong. Ihave totally enjoyed this class, and you as an instructor have provided us with additional tools to help us better understand the material. Thank you for a great semester, and maybe I will see you soon in another of your classes.

5.0
4.0
SOC311
Dec 5, 2010

Very helpful instructor. Will take more classes with him.

5.0
2.0
SOC318
May 3, 2011

I wish all instructors were like him. He is awesome. I will look for him for my instructor in any of my other classes.

5.0
2.0
SOC318
May 6, 2011

This was an online class. It was a very interesting class that was full of useful information. It would be hard to fail this class!

5.0
3.0
SOC318
May 12, 2011

Very clear and concise instructions for each assignment. If you read the material then you will do well in this course. Several essays to write. Tests aren't that difficult if you have read the material. I recommend this professor.

3.0
3.0
SOC332
Aug 29, 2011

Having a lecture class with Dr. Sun is very frustrating. He is often vague about EVERYTHING, but due dates. He allows students to disrespect him and be late, which is very distracting for a student who does respect teachers and is on time. I would recommend only taking his class if he is assisted by a GA. You will need one for clarity.

5.0
4.0
SOC01W
Dec 6, 2011

I found this class to be very challenging and highly stimulating. The professor was very well organized and had an extremely effective teaching method. He used many helpful aids throughout the semester (videos, discussions, powerpoints, etc). Overall, I feel like I learned a lot in this course and that it has helped prepare me for future classes.

5.0
3.0
SOC311
Dec 6, 2011

Dr. Sun was a GREAT professor. He was helpful and everything was very well organized. He provides online lectures of the chapters that really helped me learn the information better. He also stuck to the schedule and was not bad about flip-flopping on due dates. I am expecting to make an A. GREAT class and professor.

5.0
3.0
SOC318
Dec 6, 2011

Dr. Sun is great! Anthropology is not my most favorite subject but with his online lectures and videos he made the topic interesting. I would recommend him to anyone!

5.0
3.0
SOCI318
Dec 6, 2011

Best professor I have ever had! I have had several classes with Professor Sun.

5.0
3.0
SOC311
Dec 6, 2011

Excellent professor, and well- structured course. I would highly recommend this professor.

5.0
3.0
SOC331
Dec 9, 2011

Dr. Sun is a very efficiant teacher and he fair and knowledgeable in his field. If you have questions he will assist you with answering them. The lectures are provided online after he talks it making it easier for those who cant write as fast. This is a great teacher and I would recommend him anytime.

4.0
2.0
SOC318
Dec 12, 2011

I really enjoyed taking this course because the content was understandable

4.0
3.0
SOC331
Dec 12, 2011

I really enjoyed this class because I learned many things about social research.

5.0
5.0
SOC331
Dec 12, 2011

Great professor who lays out the lesson plan so that there are no questions. Use of videos for his class are great, grading time frame is excellent. Would recommend thisi professor!!!

3.0
2.0
SOC318
Dec 12, 2011

I did not really like this class. I don't enjoy online classes in general, but I really don't feel that I learned very much.

3.0
5.0
SOC331
Mar 6, 2012

If you want to take an online class then this is great, but I signed up for a face to face, and ended up doing most of the work online. There was no reason to go to class, but he took attendance. He was hard to understand, but the material was interesting and he was very good at providing examples. There was a lot of work in that class though.

5.0
1.0
SOC311
Jan 4, 2013

Very interesting and easy class! The teacher is great and if you put some effort into your reading,you are sure to learn and pass with an A.

4.0
1.0
SOC311
Jan 4, 2013

Great and easy class!

2.0
5.0
SOC311
Jun 18, 2013

This class was very confusing and Prof. Sun provided almost no feedback. Questions were vague and R quizzes were closed. Couldn't see results of quizzes until the class was over. Useless. The Powerpoits had many links to websites rather than provide information needed for class.

3.0
2.0
SOC331
Grade: A
Aug 26, 2013

He is very kind, but has terrible English and grammar. If you can understand broken English or Chinese dialects , this is the perfect class.

2.0
1.0
SOCIALRESEARCH
Grade: A+
Dec 31, 2014

Difficult to understand. Easy to pass, but it's not great if you actually want to learn the material.

2.0
4.0
SOCRESEARCH
Jan 13, 2015

When I took this class I thought it would help with my ability to write papers and conduct research on topics. Though that is the nature of this course we didnt really cover much about papers only research. He makes you choose a research topic for your Proposal and then if he doesnt like it he will blow it off and barely give you any credit for it.

4.0
3.0
SOC335
Grade: B+
Dec 13, 2015

His grading system is not easily understood; but if you do all assignments on time and meet the course requirements you will do well. You must read and participate no if and but about it. He is willing to help if you are willing to inquire for help.

5.0
3.0
SOC331
Grade: A
Dec 20, 2015

Easy class if you pay attention and take time to work on it

4.0
4.0
SOC335
Grade: A
Dec 21, 2015

I learned a lot in this class. I took it as an elective. It is definitely not a blow-off class, so if you are looking for something easy, keep looking. This isn't the droid you are looking for.....

4.0
2.0
SOC311
Grade: A+
Jul 29, 2016
Would take again

Took this as a summer course. Really easy. I couldn't imagine it being difficult in a regular semester either. Very clear on what is wanted. Would take him again.

5.0
3.0
SOC331
Apr 25, 2017
Would take again

The most well-prepared and organized professor I have EVER had. He makes every effort for you to succeed in his classes by giving you the weekly agenda.

Gives good feedback
Respected
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
5.0
3.0
SOC331
Grade: B
May 9, 2017
Would take again

I'm really impressed with Dr. Sun. He is readily available after class, quick email response rate, and generally seems to enjoy his job. Weird, right? Follow his weekly schedule which is posted in detail as to what needs to be completed and when it's due. If you do poorly in this class, it's on you. He gives you all the criteria needed to pass.

Gives good feedback
Respected
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
4.0
3.0
SOC311
May 10, 2017
Would take again

If you have questions it is best to talk after class or go to his office hours to get good feedback. The professor does give students a chance to make up missing work but I would not encourage anyone to miss assignments. Overall the professor was good.

Gives good feedback
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
1.0
1.0
SOC311
Grade: C
May 16, 2019
Wouldn't take again

This class was difficult, honestly just happy to make a C. Won't retake because they don't respond to feedback.

Lots of homework
Accessible outside class
Get ready to read
2.0
4.0
SOCI318
Grade: C
Dec 18, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Large work load. Only 2 test. 8 page research paper. Weekly quizzes and discussions. Would not recommend. Does not respond to emails in timely manner.

Lots of homework
Participation matters
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
SOC311
Grade: Incomplete
Mar 6, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Mr. Sun assigned to much homework out side of class (a total of 63 assignment you had to complete to get an A). He thought that his class was the only class we were taking. Dont try taking notes because its impossible to understand him. I have never took a more frustrating class in my life.

Lots of homework
Accessible outside class
Participation matters
5.0
3.0
SOC1301
Grade: A-
May 13, 2020
Would take again

Weekly assignments laid out. Usually, consists of a quiz, discussion, and reading chapter summary. Paper and Presentation due at the end.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Participation matters
1.0
2.0
SOC331
Grade: A+
Apr 10, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Would not recommend this professor to anyone, easily the most frustrating course I have ever taken. Lots of pointless busy work, and does not have assignments outlined prior. Does not provide clear assignment or grading criteria at all. There were several assignments I was confused on, and he would not assist me which resulted in poor feedback.

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
SOC318
Grade: A+
Dec 1, 2021
Would take again

Great professor.

Gives good feedback
Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
3.0
SOC331
Grade: A
Dec 21, 2021
Would take again

Probably the most organized professor I have ever had. Clear instructions for each weeks assignments and what needs to be completed. While there are some weeks where the work is inconsistent (one week we had 8 assignments, whereas one week we had two), I would recommend doing some of the stuff earlier in the week so you don't feel so overwhelmed.

Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
1.0
5.0
SOCRESEARCH
Grade: A
May 14, 2022

Communication with this professor is a huge issue and his instructions are often unclear which makes it very difficult to understand the requirements for assignments. He makes changes to the class constantly for due dates and assignment requirements. It felt like a guessing game most of the semester.

Lots of homework
1.0
4.0
SOCIALRESEARCH
Grade: A
Nov 24, 2022

Professor Sun just has a very unusual, overly complex set up for everything. Assignments and emails are full of typos such that you have to guess at what he means. Material is often out-of-date and irrelevant.

3.0
4.0
SOC330
Grade: C
Dec 17, 2022

In person attendance is required and can hurt your grade if you do not attend. Be prepared for many essays and you need to remain active on D2L or it will hurt your grade.

Participation matters
So many papers
Accessible outside class
1.0
1.0
575
Grade: B+
Dec 15, 2023

The course load was far too much. The grading system was needlessly complicated. Avoid if you have other options.

Lots of homework
So many papers
5.0
1.0
SOC331
Grade: A+
May 9, 2024
Would take again

Professor Sun is amazing highly recommend taking any of his courses great course all around only thing that was tough about this course was the 8 page essay.

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
4.0
3.0
SOC331
Grade: B
Jan 19, 2025
Would take again

Professor Sun's classes are well-organized with clear weekly instructions. While the workload can be inconsistent, using resources like the textbook and Unstuck ai for study prep makes it manageable. Definitely take this class if you're willing to put in the effort.

Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

65%

Textbook Required

100%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

B+

95% confidence
Based on 19 grades
Most common grades:
A (6)
A+ (5)
C (3)
Grade Distribution
A(11)B(2)C(3)D(0)F(0)A-/B+(3)
Based on 20 reported grades
A: 6
A+: 5
C: 3
B+: 2
Common Tags
Gives good feedback (6)
Lots of homework (6)
Respected (4)
Participation matters (4)
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS (3)
Clear grading criteria (3)
Accessible outside class (3)
Get ready to read (2)
Rating Trend

Declining

-1.60 avg change
May
Nov
Dec
Dec
May
Jan
Last 6 months
Ratings by Course

SOCOL335

5.0

(1)

SOCO311

5.0

(1)

SOCO335

5.0

(1)

SOCO318

5.0

(1)

SOC01W

5.0

(1)
+14 more courses
Difficulty by Course

SOCI332

5.0

SOCRESEARCH

4.5

INTROTORESEAR

4.0

SOC01W

4.0

SOCI318

3.5

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