4.9

John Todd

Communication - Miami Dade College (all)

4.9
Quality
1.2
Difficulty
98%
Would Retake
199
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4.9
Quality
1.2
Difficulty
4.9
Helpful
4.9
Clarity

98%

Would Retake

199

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What Students Say

HE IS SUCH AN AMAZING PROFESSOR ONE OF THE BEST IN DADE HE NOT ONLY TEACHES U SPEECH AND A VERY EASY GRADER BUT HE TEACHES YOU VALUABLE THINGS IN THE REAL WORLD 100 WILL RECOMMEND DONT BE DUMB AND NOT TAKE HIS CLASS

SPC1017 - 5.0 rating

Easiest class you could possibly take at MDC

SPC1017 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

74%

Textbook Required

73%

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95% confidence
Based on 63 grades
Most common grades:
A+ (35)
A (26)
Not sure yet (2)
Grade Distribution
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Based on 66 reported grades
A+: 35
A: 26
Not sure yet: 2
B: 1
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Caring (21)
Participation matters (15)
Respected (14)
Inspirational (14)
Gives good feedback (9)
Accessible outside class (7)
Hilarious (6)
Amazing lectures (6)
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Reviews (199)
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SPC1026
Jun 15, 2004

EXCELLENT PROFESSOR! YOU'LL DEFINATLY GET OVER YOUR FEAR OF STANDING IN FRONT OF CROWD. MOST OF ALL HE TREATS EVERYONE WITH RESPECT AND TREATED AS FAMILY!

5.0
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SPC1026
Jul 27, 2004

He is the best teacher you could ever have. He touches all topics to talk about and gives you pointers in how to do it better. You will learn alot in a fun way. HIGHLY recommend him.

5.0
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SPEECH
Sep 30, 2004

Best professor you can ever take, he is an awesome teacher and also an awesome friend. He helps you and understand your fears of public speaking.

5.0
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SPC1025
Nov 9, 2004

He was really nice. At times a bit boring but mostly you worked in groups. The only thing i did not like was that he records one of your speeches. Overall a great experience and he was really nice

5.0
1.0
SPEECH
Oct 5, 2004

amAZING PERSON WITH A SUCH A BIG HEART. aLWAYS CRACKING JOKES AND OVERALL THE BEST TEACHER AT DADE. JUST BRING HIM FOOD AND YOU WILL BE FINE :O) I RECOMMEND HIM TOTALLY!!!

5.0
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SPC1026
Nov 11, 2004

Really cool teacher, easy going, laid back, ladies' man, awesome guy.

5.0
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SPC1026
Nov 23, 2004

He is so awesome and understanding. He makes the class enjoyable and fun. There are 3 graded speeches and a midterm and a final. Really easy though. All you have to do is try. Bring him food, he'll love you. Highly enjoyably. Take him. Trust me.

5.0
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INTROTOPUBSP
Nov 24, 2004

I loved him like I have never loved any teachers teachings before! He made the atmosphere very warm and loving!

5.0
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SPC1026
Jan 6, 2005

great teacher

5.0
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SPC1026
May 1, 2005

very nice guy...several practice speeches with group members (to make friends and feel less nervous) and some individual...3 real graded speeches (one he records but no biggie) and a super slack final exam...highly recommended! easy A!! i loved that class

5.0
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SPC1025
Jun 16, 2005

EXCELLENT!!!!!! LOVE THIS OLD MAN! YOUR FEAR OF PUBLIC SPEAKING WILL BE GONE. ONLY GRADES ABOUT 4 SPEACHES. NO HOMEWORK, TEST, OR QUIZES. ONLY THE FINAL! AND HE WALKED OUT ON US DURING THE FINAL! HE CARES ALOT ABOUT YOU AND VERY UNDERSTADING! TAKE TODD!!! =O)

5.0
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SPEECH
Jun 23, 2005

very very easy class. excellent speaker, highly recommended! will not leave with lower then an A!

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SPEECH1025
Grade: A
Jul 7, 2005

great class....listen to everyone else. They are right. You'll enjoy that class a lot.

5.0
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1026
Grade: A
Jul 14, 2005

he makes you read a lot, just jokeing you dont need to pay $70.00 for a book.thank you so much professor.

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SPC1026
Jul 27, 2005

If you're looking for a caring, laid-back, encouraging teacher-here he is. Makes everyone feel comfortable. No textbook required. Just class participation. He makes it easy. Super caring professional. Thanks, Dr. Todd. I'll miss you.

5.0
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SPEECH
Aug 31, 2005

Awesome guy. So sweet and very funny! Makes you feel very comfortable. Anyone could get an A in that class its sooooooooo easy!

5.0
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SPC
Sep 14, 2005

He is sweetest laid back professor ever. He cares a great deal even if your not his student.

5.0
1.0
SPC
Grade: A+
Nov 10, 2005

Very easy, fun loving guy. He lives in the Keys...which mean he's very laid back. NO TEXT BOOK. He also HOT too!!!!!!!!!!!!

5.0
1.0
SPC1026
Grade: B
Nov 11, 2005

The best teacher in the world Verryyyyy Verrrrrryyyy Smart!!!!!!!!!! just write your speeches !!!!! so helpful and understanding ... take his class!

5.0
1.0
SPC1026
Jan 4, 2006

this teacher is amazing he is super caring has amazing stories and you can tell that he really really enjoys what he's doing BEST TEACHER FOR speech

5.0
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SPC120
Mar 10, 2006

He is the most caring easy going teacher ever he really loves his job and he makes you lose your freight to speek in public. Take his class!

5.0
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SPEECH
Jun 13, 2006

WONDERFUL TEACHER!!! VERY UNDERSTANDING && SLACK. NO NEED TO DRESS UP FOR SPEECHES OR DO OUTLINES LIKE OTHER PROFESSORS REQUIRE. I GOT AN A : )

5.0
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SPC1101
Apr 24, 2006

he is the best teacher ever!!! he is so understanding and will help you with anything. he really cares about you as a student and as a person!! i would take him anytime!

5.0
1.0
SPC1026
Jul 30, 2006

Dr.Todd is the Best professor! Very down to earth and easy going.. I had fun in his class!

5.0
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SPC1026
Aug 22, 2006

Prof. Todd is great!! He is always willing to help you. He creates a comfortable class environment and makes sure that you leave there not only learning how to be a good public speaker but also with many friends including himself. I totally recommend him :)

5.0
1.0
SPC1026
Oct 2, 2006

Super nice guy! Very felxible, and understanding. Just participate and you should do great! Very fun class!

5.0
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SPC1026
Oct 3, 2006

This is the best teacher I ever had. He explains the course extremely well and he guides you on how you should do your speeches. He encourages you and motivates you when coming to speaking in front of the class. You must speak infront of the class and he give you time to prepare.

5.0
1.0
SPC2600
Oct 7, 2006

very nice professor. with this professor you will actually learn and enjoy public speaking.no book requiere for the class. he actually teach you no to be afraid of public speak.. take him you will not regreate....thanks professor Todd

5.0
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SPC1026
Oct 16, 2006

Super Cool Professor!!! Your fear of speaking will go away!!! Prof. Todd if funny, energetic and very helpful.

5.0
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SPC1026
Dec 18, 2006

Prof. Todd is a man of his word. He's honorable and trustworthy. This man got me over my fear of speaking in public. He's a man full of life and experiences. One of the best (if not the best) teachers at Miami-Dade College.

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SPEECSECT
Dec 19, 2006

Excellent professor, class is slack as hell. I made up a speech about myspace last minute and got an A on it. Very interesting class and the professor is funny as hell. Really a nice guy and is willing to work with you to help you over come any stage fright.

5.0
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SPC1026
Dec 31, 2006

THE BEST PROFESSOR IN HISTORY!!!!

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SPC1026
Feb 14, 2007

i dreaded going to this class. he was always late and not very organized. he's very very sweet and talks alot but i actually wanted to learn something. if you want a slack class, take it.

5.0
1.0
SPC1024
Aug 2, 2007

I took this class in BCC South Campus during this summer term. Professor Todd is VERY helpful, nice, funny, easy going, down to earth. He helped me relieve some of my public-speaking stress by "practicing" in groups. He's very fair to his students, and all he asks is that you go to class and try. I'm considering taking another SPC class w/him. THX!

5.0
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SPC1026
Oct 17, 2007

Definitely a walk in the park class. Prof. Todd loves his students and to be completely honest I dont think he really keeps track of anyone's grades. Everyone earns an A. I have to admit that the class is boring, but as long as its not a 3-hour summer class you'll survive.

5.0
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SPCSECT
Oct 17, 2007

He rocks!

5.0
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SPC1026
Dec 6, 2007

if u want the easiest A ever, take Todd. he's an awesome teacher. Funny, slack class. This class is a joke. Again, super easy A. The man is very caring and sweet. You will never see him in a bad mood or mad. TAKE HIM!

5.0
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SPC1026
Jan 5, 2008

Professor Todd is sweetest as can be. Very nice and great to his students. :)

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SPC260
Jan 16, 2008

slack slack slack class. he doesn't do anything but talk about random things. speeches are pretty easy

5.0
1.0
SPC1026
Jan 22, 2008

AWESOME TEACHER! HES SO FUNNY AND SWEET. DEF. WILL HELP YOU ON ALL YOUR SPEECHES AND WILL OVERCOME YOUR FEAR IN PUBLIC SPEAKING. SLACK SLACK CLASS! DEF A+ SO I DEF.RECOMEND HIS CLASS. (=

5.0
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SPC1026
Apr 29, 2008

This professor is cool as a cucumber. In his class you will lose the fear of public speaking. He is a great guy, very honest and understanding. You will love this class you must take this professor, it will be the best thing you do.

5.0
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SPC1026
May 16, 2008

All you have to do is stand up and talk to earn an A. It really cant get any easier than that. And hes a really cool old man has lots of interesting stories, and he really loves what he does.

5.0
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SPC1026
Jun 24, 2008

i really didnt want to take this class but now its really my style slack and just chill

5.0
1.0
SPC1026
Jun 27, 2008

the class is super slack and he talks about the most random things. If you're lucky there will be one speech the whole semester. very nice guy and super helpful. Everyone leaves the class with an A+.Take his class!

5.0
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SPC1026
Jul 5, 2008

He is awesome!! One of the best professors in Miami Dade. He truly cares about his students and makes sure to answer all your questions. I think everyone got an A in the class, if not a B but nothing lower. He also loves to keep in touch with his students.

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SPC1026
Jul 11, 2008

He is a great professor! i have learned alot from him, and he has made it easy to speak in front of an audience. hes old, but he makes you think about life issues, and makes sure you are capable of leaving your comfort zone! truly recommend him!

5.0
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SPC2511
Aug 7, 2008

He's a great professor, but for this class he was not present very much, it was mainly his TA. She however was very prepared and he did teach her directly so I guess that says a lot. The class is great, everything in the class is about performance not really written assignments so attendance is crucial.

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SPC1026
Aug 26, 2008

he is an awesome guy, truly cares, and he is super slack. no rush on work. he is funny when he speaks. the things that come out are always surprising... one speech i had to do the entire semester. i had speaking, and he made it easy on me and my speech was terrible but i tried and left the class with an A+

5.0
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SPC1026
Sep 30, 2008

i love this prof, hes funny and time flies when you're in his class. no book needed. 3 speeches and he helps you get comfortable with speaking. everyone should take him for speech!

5.0
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SPC1026
Oct 14, 2008

Cool teacher!!! He is very funny which makes the class more interesting. Easy class just a couple of speeches and some are in group. No textbook or writing in class.

5.0
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SPC1026
Oct 16, 2008

Very nice and slack professor. You will get an A even if you don't study. Class is fun. I strongly recommend to take this professor.

5.0
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SPC1026
Nov 4, 2008

HE MAKES THE CLASS FUN AND EASY...

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SPC1026
Dec 29, 2008

THIS CLASS IS A MUST TAKE WITH THIS PROFESSOR. YOU WILL NOT REGRET IT.

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SPC1026
Jan 7, 2009

Best Teacher ever! He is a great person with many great stories about life. He is the most warm hearted person in the world, and i truly admire that from him. The best in my book, and most genuwine professor ever.

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SPC1026
Mar 23, 2009

Professor Todd is the best!! He makes you feel awesome about yourself and the people around you. He is very funny and cares about his students. He makes class fun and i can never wait to go to class. He is a sweet old guy. Makes you feel welcome. I highly recommend him, but register fast it fills up quickly.

5.0
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SPC2600
Apr 15, 2009

An absolute trip! Todd creates a real fun environment; one that helps rid you of any fears you may have about speaking in public. A must-take!

5.0
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SPC1026
Apr 20, 2009

TAKE HIM TAKE HIM!!!! hes awesome.

5.0
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SPC1026
May 4, 2009

If you take him you will lose the fear of speaking in public. He is a cool professor! He makes the class fun for everyone, and noone will laugh at you when you go to the front of the class to do your speech, he makes everything cool, he is a real cucumber!!! you will love him!

5.0
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SPC1026
Jun 21, 2009

If you want an A and a break form all the other boring and hard classes...THIS is THEEEE class to be!! Todd is great! Oh my god, its that IT DOESNT GET ANY EASIER THAN THIS. I wish all my classes were like his, I would have graduated in one year haha. He is so funny and helpful and he's got GREAT stories. You will LOVE his class!! TAKE IT!

5.0
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SPC1026
Aug 5, 2009

He is so sweet and super nice. I got an A++. He loves it when you show enthusiasm in his class. You will totally loose any fear of speaking in front of the class. He mostly grades you on the effort that you put into the class. And he loves it when you bring food for the class. He is a wonderful teacher and I'm taking one of his classes next term.

5.0
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SPC1026
Aug 30, 2009

amazing teacher. didnt use the book at all. we had alot of group essays that we presented. no midterm. only about 3 essays that he grades. very sweet person. take him for speech

5.0
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SPC1026
Oct 14, 2009

TAKE HIS CLASS! You dont have to take notes, just listen to every word he says. He is very interesting and engaging. He will make you have fun and enjoy his class. No out of class work, he grades easily on your in class speeches. All his requirements are easy but very important. He will encourage you and make you find your love or public speaking!!

5.0
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SPC1026
Dec 8, 2009

Amazing teacher one of the best i have ever had. Even with his wife being sick he still smilled ad was super strong. Todd cares alot for his students. u don nothing and just hang and talk he breaks the barrier of stage fright. best part is he is funny

5.0
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SPC1017
Dec 16, 2009

Great teacher, very sweet guy..couldn't make the class any easier. Text book not required. Highly recommend him

5.0
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SPC1017
Mar 12, 2010

He is so cool ! he teaches and encourage student to learn he is so cute and he is the type of the teacher that tells you that he loves you!

5.0
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SPC1017
Apr 6, 2010

After every class he always says "Oh hey, guys, I LOVE YA!" he's such a cutie! Very sincere and genuine guy...we give a few speeches and that's all. Don't buy the book. Never used and he told us NOT to buy it the first day of class.

5.0
1.0
SPC1017
Apr 18, 2010

Prof. Todd is the kind of professor which believes in every single one of his students. He takes it beyond just teaching well, he makes you feel comfortable speaking in front of everyone and demands respect for you while you are up there and he truly believes in the potential of all his students and evidently cares about his students. Great teacher

5.0
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SPC1026
Jun 16, 2010

Professor Todd is one of the best professors i have ever had at Dade, he is amazing, cares about his students, and makes you feel comfortable in class, the first week of class and everyone knew each other, he also cares about each student individually, no book needed.

5.0
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SPC1026
Jun 16, 2010

Professor Todd is one of the best professors i have ever had at Dade, he is amazing!!

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SPC1017
Aug 2, 2010

loved him best teacher ever. the best start to college you can ever have is with him. love love love him!!!! got an A++ and didnt have to do nothing almost.

5.0
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SPC1017
Aug 5, 2010

great teacher very funny he is awesome and the best speech teacher in dade. I highly recommend him, we barely did anything and no tests and you don't need the book I got an A

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SPC1016
Aug 8, 2010

INCREDIBLE PROFESSOR! Professor Todd is by far one of the best teachers I have ever had. He is fair but expects you do your work. He is always available to help when needed and he explains what he is looking for. More Professors need to be like him and could not recommend him more highly.

5.0
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SPC1017
Dec 3, 2010

If you are considering him for Speech YOU WILL NOT FIND A BETTER PROFESSOR AT DADE!! I took him and he makes Speech FUN! He makes you feel comfortable and this class is PURE SPEECH! No tests, no text books, no outlines.. just teaches you how to SPEAK in public, which is the point of this course! AMAZING GUY! He's SUPER HOT TOO!!! I LOVE HIM!!!!!!!

5.0
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SPC1017
Dec 9, 2010

I TOTALLY LOVE HIM!! he is awesome no test,no quizz,no outlines, just speech and he is amazing take my word love him he is super sweet and sencible best teacher ever

5.0
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SPC1017
Dec 9, 2010

I TOTALLY LOVE HIM!! he is awesome no test,no quizz,no outlines, just speech and he is amazing take my word love him he is super sweet and sencible best teacher ever

5.0
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SPC1017
Dec 19, 2010

HE'S THE BEST PROFESSOR!!!!!!! TAKE HIM!!! Sweet and Hot!!!! :D

5.0
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SPC1017
Jan 5, 2011

This guy is a BEAST, love him :)

5.0
1.0
SPC1017
Jan 6, 2011

BEST TEACHER EVER! 'Nough said.

5.0
1.0
SPC1017
Jan 10, 2011

Simply the best professor you could ever have

5.0
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SPC1017
Jan 10, 2011

BEST TEACHER IN DADE

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SPC1017
Apr 15, 2011

mr. todd the downest old timer i know-hes super funny real nice amd easy going-and loves to have people around- hes by far my favorite teacher!! a must have !!

5.0
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SPC1017
Apr 26, 2011

Supposedly 3 Major speeches, our class only did 2. Many speeches in groups at the beginning of class on random topics and also calls you up to speak randomly (calls the whole class one by one) not for a speech to answer a question. Laid back class, professor is down to earth, very funny, tells a lot of stories. Shy people not to worry.

5.0
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COMM1017
May 16, 2011

Full of laughter, very nice, loves to talk of course very patient very easy class to pass.

5.0
1.0
SPC1026
Jun 21, 2011

The best Prof. EVER!

5.0
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SPC1033
Jul 11, 2011

AMAZING PROFESSOR!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! The coolest class you'll take during your time in Miami Dade! Oh, and ladies, he is SUPERRRR HOTTT ;)

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SPC1017
Jul 17, 2011

I had Todd for the early start program and he is the best teacher ever. He is super funny, and he tells really cool stories about his life. I love him i wish my major had to do with speech i would take every class with him. Take him you will love him. OH and he is super HOT! :)

5.0
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SPC1024
Aug 18, 2011

They always say you will have that one professor in College that changes your view in life, and that's Prof. Todd! I had him over 2 years ago, and hands down, best college professor you can ever have! Take any course with him that you can, incredible human being!

5.0
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SPC1017
Sep 26, 2011

He is the best!!!!!!!! :) Best professor at MDC!

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SPC1017
Sep 26, 2011

beyond the best!

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SPC1017
Oct 18, 2011

He was my first Professor in college and i liked his class so much that i want to take another one even if is not part of my major. HE IS THE BEST...TAKE HIS CLASS!!!!!Class is very fun and he makes it tht way...at the end the whole class had a lunch with him in a nice Italian restaurant. Best professor ever...I recommend him to everyone....

5.0
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SPC1017
Apr 25, 2012

Super nice. Really helpful and very friendly. He is always willing to help you. I took a 7 a.m. class with him, and I didn't feel like it was that time. One of the BEST! RECOMMENDED!!!!

5.0
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DEBATE
Apr 26, 2012

EASY CLASS! BEST PROFESSOR IN THE WORLD!

5.0
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SPC1017
May 17, 2012

I was a student of Professor Todd via the Florida Keys Community College last year. He was extremely professional & his life experience stories were enriching, to say the least. Never bored for a minute and didn't mind driving 40 minutes each way for his Saturday am class. Choose his Speech Communications class for less stress!

5.0
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SPC1017
Jun 28, 2012

the most fun, dedicated spirited professor you'll ever meet. The class is easy. very interacting with your peers.

5.0
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SPC1017
Jul 26, 2012

The best everrrrr

5.0
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SPC1017
Jul 29, 2012

I love him so much. I will definitely miss this class.

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SPC1017
Aug 7, 2012

omg ! take him , he is amazing. Understanding, and he makes you do 2 speeches. Mind me , i had him for the summer. But i wished i had him for the 12 week period . Must take, hes a cutie !

5.0
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SPC1017
Aug 12, 2012

Best professor ever he really interacts with all his students highly recommend him for those of you that are scared to speak in public ! plus he's hilarious !

5.0
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SPC1017
Aug 27, 2012

This guy is a BEAST! Has to be the best professor at MDC. He love's his students and if your shy TAKE HIM he won't make you feel embarrassed. We did group practice speeches and 2 graded speeches. slack grader because all he wants is for you to go up and just give your speech. He also talks about he life experiences. HIghly recommend him for anyone!

5.0
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SPC1017
Nov 8, 2012

If you haven't signed up for a class with professor Todd, you are missing out! He is great, super funny & definitely cares about his students. He wants you to succeed, not only in the class, but in life. He is always there if you need help, & if you go to class you'll do just fine!

5.0
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SPC2607
Nov 17, 2012

HE'S THE BEST PROFESSOR!!!

5.0
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SPC107
Nov 21, 2012

If your goal is to do and learn NOTHING, take this guy! He's da bomb! What could be better than doing zero work and getting 100%??? That's right-do nothing-learn nothing-cool!

5.0
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SPC1017
Dec 7, 2012

Oh my god...He is the best professor i have ever had. He really knows how to communicates with students..He gives us a confidence to talk. He makes us feel a love. He just treats us like his children not like his students. just impressive that i could take this class..It was lucky

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SPCSPC
Dec 11, 2012

OMG! He is the best professor ever. He truly knows how to communicate & gives you confidence in yourself. He is very wise & knows alot of about everything. Hes also very funny & the class is fun overall. Not hard, at all. TAKE HIM!!!

5.0
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SPCA
Dec 26, 2012

I really don't even know why he has a 4.9... he should be rated 5000000 out of 5!! Most understanding, outgoing, fun, interesting and helpful professor there is. You wont regret taking his class and if you dont take it with him... well let's just say that shouldnt even be an option. TAKE HIM!!!!

5.0
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SPC1017
Jan 2, 2013

The man has an amazing soul!! TAKE HIM ;)

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SPC1024
Jan 3, 2013

This class was very fun!! Professor Todd is 1 of the best e keeps the class laughing and active! He's done a lot of things in life and has no problem sharing his life with everyone.I recommend his Guy to everyone!! You won't be sorry!! Take His Class!!!

5.0
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SPC1017
Apr 28, 2013

If you dont take him, you will be missing out!!!!!! AMAZING PROFESSOR

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SPC1017
May 8, 2013

Mr. Todd is absolutely incredible. He is the funniest professor I ever had. Overall, take him and you will have a lot of fun....

5.0
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SPC1017
Jun 17, 2013

Professor Todd is the greatest professor I've ever had. He does the perfect exercises to make sure that you feel comfortable in front of the class. Attendance isn't too mandatory and he gives you plenty of time to make up speeches. He is also the most interesting man in the world (dos equis), and it was an honor being in his class. Easy A.

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SPC1017
Jun 28, 2013

Easiest class you could possibly take at MDC. His speeches are total slack, he's a nice little old man. No final or midterm, or tests for that matter. We even had a Valentines Day party. Take this speech teacher, honestly.

5.0
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SPC1017
Jul 18, 2013

One of the greatest speech professors I've ever had. Super wiling to help and extremely funny! Gives really helpful comments and feedback on speeches and will for sure send you on the right track. He's very qualified and knows what he's doing.

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SPC1017
Jul 31, 2013

todd is by far the best teacher out there. hes super down to earth and makes speaking in front of the class comfortable. i would deff recomened him to any upcoming freshmans. made me feel at home at miami dade kendall campus.

5.0
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SPC1017
Sep 6, 2013

Iincredible Speech professor and full of interesting stories.....

5.0
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PUBLICSPEAKING
Sep 24, 2013

The best!

5.0
1.0
SPC2607
Grade: A
Oct 17, 2013

HE IS AN AMAZING PROFESSOR FULL OF LIFE AND KNOWLEDGE. HIGHLY RECOMMEND HIM FOR ANY CLASS POSSIBLE. EASY, COOL AND AMAZING. HE IS NOT ONLY ONE OF THE BEST PROFESSORS I HAVE HAD, HE IS AN AMAZING PERSON AND A GREAT AND DOWN TO EARTH PERSON.

5.0
1.0
SPC2608
Dec 6, 2013

No words in this world can describe how perfect he is!

5.0
1.0
SPC1017
Dec 19, 2013

Best professor i have ever had. He is the nicest person, very down to earth and he genuinely cares about his students. If you have to take speech class, don't take with with anyone else but him, you will be glad you did !!

5.0
1.0
SPC2017
Dec 20, 2013

Take him!!! You will never meet a person like this again in your life. He is the best professor, person, human being I have ever met. He encourages you to succeed, he has done soo much in his life, you will learn alot! He is such a genuine, down to earth, just a beautiful person. You will learn every thing you need to learn about speech.

5.0
1.0
SPC2601
Apr 19, 2014

Todd is the BEST! He cares SO much about his students, his job and everything else related. You will learn so much from him: about the art of communicating, life, love, and everything in between through his lectures. He always has a great story to tell that relate to the what he's teaching. Everyone loves Toddy :D

5.0
1.0
SPC1017
Apr 28, 2014

BEST PROFESSOR EVER. Surely someone who will teach you and inspire you to live life for every minute given. He makes you feel comfortable to talk in front of any crowd. Guaranteed fun in this class. TAKE IT!

5.0
1.0
SPC1017
Grade: A+
May 1, 2014

Todd is an amazing professor. He is the sweetest man ever! Super easy, talkative, and truly loves his students and his job. I HIGHLY recommend him. We only did two speeches and he grades fairly. Loved his class!

5.0
1.0
SPC1017
Grade: A+
May 22, 2014

HE IS AN UNIQUE PROFESSOR AND A SPECIAL HUMAN BEING. ALL HIS CLASSES ARE INTERESTING SINCE HE RELATED THEM TO THINGS THAT HAPPEN ON A DAILY BASIS. I HIGHLY RECOMEND THIS CLASS!!! WE MISS YOU PROFFESOR TODD :(

5.0
2.0
SPC1608
Jun 12, 2014

Excellent professor! Very knowledgeable and professional.I amazingly enjoyed his class.Take him and won't regret it.

5.0
1.0
ENG001
Grade: A
Jun 29, 2014

perfect excellent!!!!!! best professor ever

5.0
1.0
SPC2608
Aug 4, 2014

THIS TEACHER IS THE NICEST MOST DOWN TO EARTH MEN I HAVE EVER MET! HE CARES INCREDIBLY FOR HIS STUDENTS AND I PROMISE YOU WONT REGRET TAKING THIS CLASS!!!

5.0
1.0
SPC1017
Sep 2, 2014

The most amazing professor I have ever encountered. Makes you feel so comfortable when speaking in front of class, builds a family out of his classes. Very wise man, I will always remember him. Missing you from SummerB Todd! Forever young at heart!

5.0
2.0
SPC2511
Grade: A+
Sep 3, 2014

Best professor ever.

5.0
1.0
SPC1017
Grade: A+
Oct 14, 2014

One of the best professors I've had. He builds trust out of the whole class and is really inspirational. It's one of those classes that you will actually WANT to show up to see what you'll be doing that day. Group assignments are fun and makes the class very clear on what you're learning. Would take him again any day! Miss you Todd!

5.0
1.0
SPC2608
Grade: A+
Nov 19, 2014

John Todd is the greatest professor to walk planet earth. He is the definition of the most interesting man on earth. #goals

5.0
1.0
SPC1017
Grade: A+
Dec 13, 2014

I did enjoy taking this class. The grading criteria is very clear cut when it comes to the two graded speeches that you must present. The only complaint that I have is that the class itself doesn't feel very structured. I feel like we wasted a lot of time playing around at the beginning of the course, and then crammed everything in at the end.

5.0
2.0
SPC1608
Jan 21, 2015

very kind. He makes the class work together. You look forward to coming to class.

5.0
1.0
A
Mar 4, 2015

He is the best just listen to some of Hus amazing stories a must take for speech

5.0
1.0
SPC
Grade: A+
Mar 14, 2015

Greatest man you will ever meet in your life, if you get the opportunity to take him DO IT. It will be the best decision of your life.

5.0
1.0
ENC1102
Grade: A
Mar 18, 2015

great proffesor.

5.0
1.0
SPC
Grade: A
Mar 18, 2015

GREAT PROFFESOR!

5.0
1.0
SPC1017
Mar 21, 2015

amazing!

5.0
1.0
SPC2601
Apr 7, 2015

Only two speeches for this class. One of them is easy to do. The other you spend the semester doing. It's about a 8 or 10 minute speech. No tests. Easy A. O did I mention there is no set times for this class. You show up to his office whenever you feel like it.

5.0
1.0
SPC1017
Apr 15, 2015

Todd is the sweetest man. You basically have two speeches to do. one that argues a point and one that describes something. You basically just talk to him the entire class. He is there for you if you need him!!

4.0
1.0
SPC1017
May 1, 2015

Professor Todd is amazing and I would so take him again. Only assigns two graded speeches and the rest of the speeches can be improvised but don't count as a grade but if you don't do it, it counts against you for participation. Easy A.

5.0
1.0
SPC1017
May 3, 2015

Professor Todd is the most inspirational professor I've ever had. The class is extremely easy-2 speeches and you're done! Makes you feel comfortable. If you like a professor with structure and a specific syllabus Todd is NOT the professor for you. He goes with the flow and changes things constantly. Love him though, will always help you pass!

5.0
1.0
SPC1017
May 29, 2015

This man makes this class an amazing experience, I expected to be relatively bored with not much to do before the semester began. I took him during Summer A 6 week term, 3 speeches and that's pretty much it. Great professor and moves you with the way he talks and acts. Very funny guy, would take again for sure. No book

5.0
1.0
SPEECH
Grade: A
May 31, 2015

Bestttt professor everrrrr. He is the sweetest thing you can see in earth. He has so many stories that makes you think about life and enjoy what your doing.

5.0
1.0
SPC1017
Grade: Not sure yet
Jun 10, 2015

He's inspirational

5.0
1.0
SPEECH
Grade: A+
Jun 16, 2015

Love this human being!

5.0
1.0
SPC1017
Grade: A+
Jun 16, 2015

Love this human being! He is the best of the best

5.0
1.0
SPC1017
Grade: A
Jun 17, 2015

He is one of my favorite professors here at MDC. He is the sweetest guy ever, and his class is super fun. His lectures are truly unique, and you learn a lot. You do a lot of unique group assignments in class and get really close to your peers. I'd take his class again anytime.

5.0
1.0
SPC1017
Grade: A
Jul 2, 2015

Professor Todd is very sweet and friendly. He's always willing to help. His class is very easy to pass with an A. There are only two speeches during the whole semester, to which one has plenty of time to prepare for. He's also very easygoing and a little bit disorganized, but he's greatly loved by his students.

5.0
1.0
SPC1017
Grade: A+
Jul 22, 2015

What an amazing professor! I would definitely take his class again. The speeches are actually interesting and he makes his class fun. He is a MUST if you need to take speech!

5.0
1.0
SPC1107
Grade: A+
Aug 3, 2015

Best speech professor at MDC! Definitely recommended! Super nice, and funny.

5.0
1.0
SPC1017
Grade: Not sure yet
Sep 25, 2015

He is a great professor!

5.0
1.0
SPC1017
Grade: A+
Oct 21, 2015

If you get the chance, take him!

5.0
1.0
SPC1017
Grade: A+
Dec 2, 2015

Professor John Todd is hands down one of the best professors at Miami-Dade College, taken 2 classes with him and nothing but positive experiences.

5.0
1.0
SPC1017
Grade: A
Dec 27, 2015

He's very nice and funny, tells lots of stories about his life (not boring ones though). Assigns a few group speeches that are ungraded and then has you do two individual speeches that he grades easy. He does make you go to the speech lab for one of them though. Overall, just do the two speeches and he'l give you an A.

5.0
1.0
SPC1017
Grade: A+
Dec 29, 2015

Very sweet professor. I barely went to his classes and I got an A so just do the 2 speeches and that's all. Takee himm!!

5.0
1.0
SPC1017
Grade: A+
May 5, 2016

Most amazing nicest guy ever. Will help you and guide you every step of the way, will be there for you even if it has nothing to do with the class. He's amazing and if you do your work for sure you pass with an obvious A, I recommend him and would take him 1000 times more.

5.0
1.0
SPC1017
Grade: A
Jun 9, 2016
Would take again

Super smart and chill

5.0
1.0
SPC1017
Grade: A+
Jul 27, 2016
Would take again

He is one of the best prof in this college would take him again in a heart beat

5.0
1.0
SPC1017
Grade: A+
Aug 2, 2016
Would take again

He is an amazing professor. Extremely sweet and kind. I would take him for all my classes if i could. Very wise man and very funny.

5.0
3.0
SPC1017
Grade: A+
Jul 20, 2017
Would take again

John Todd is an amazing teacher with lessons that will stick to you for the rest of your life. 100% recommend him!

Participation matters
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
3.0
SPC1107
Grade: A
Jul 31, 2017
Would take again

One of the greatest fears among us people is PUBLIC SPEAKING. Professor Todd helped me feel comfortable and gave honest feed back. Take him and you won't regret it.

Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
GROUP PROJECTS
5.0
3.0
SPC1017
Grade: A-
Aug 3, 2017
Would take again

Is a Speech class, the material is EASY, what's not easy is getting in front of a crowd do deliver a speech! BUT don't discourage! Proff. Todd has his own technique to break people out of their shells. He is truly patient and motivates you to speak and cares about the student. He is funny and very sweet, take his class and you'll see.

Respected
Participation matters
Hilarious
5.0
1.0
SPC1017
Grade: A+
Aug 8, 2017
Would take again

PICK HIM YOU WILL PASS. He's one of those old, wise, inspiring guys who cares and loves his students and he will say it every single class. Very easy class to pass, even the laziest of students will ATLEAST get a B as their final grade. I forgot I had a speech do, looked up info while others presented, went up, and got a 93% on it. ended with an A.

Inspirational
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
4.0
SPEECH1025
Grade: A
Mar 9, 2018
Would take again

Everyone and their mothers hates speaking at an audience, but this professor will help you take baby steps towards delivering a decent speech. He is very patient and funny. Cares very much about his students. Lovely human being and also very inspiring. Take his class! You wont regret it!

Respected
Participation matters
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
5.0
1.0
SPC1017
Grade: A
Apr 6, 2018
Would take again

Hes loving and caring about his students. His lectures are amazing and he makes you feel comfortable when presenting. If you show up, do your speeches and try theres no reason for you not to get an A his class is very easy to pass as long as you dont miss. I couldnt have asked for a better professor.

Respected
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
2.0
SPC1017
Grade: A+
Apr 26, 2019
Would take again

Prof. Todd is very nice and easy going with a clear grading criteria. He tells you what to expect, if you do as he says, show up and do your speeches there is no reason why you won't get an A in this class. The class was always fun. He doesn't like it when you show up late.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Inspirational
5.0
2.0
SPC1017
Grade: A
May 1, 2019
Would take again

One of the best Professors I have ever taken, he is a real gem, you will not regret taking him

Respected
Accessible outside class
Inspirational
5.0
1.0
SPC1017
Grade: A+
May 2, 2019
Would take again

This teacher is hands down the BEST easy going cares about his students giving speeches will be a walk in the park thanks to him and the way he makes you feel like your at home in his class , you will regret it if you don't take him truly the best teacher in MDC

Respected
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
1.0
SPC1017
Grade: A
May 5, 2019
Would take again

Professor Todd is fun, caring, and handsome.

Inspirational
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
1.0
SPC1017
May 6, 2019
Would take again

Best professor ever, take it, you won't regret

Respected
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
2.0
SPC1017
Grade: A+
Jun 12, 2019
Would take again

HE IS SUCH AN AMAZING PROFESSOR ONE OF THE BEST IN DADE HE NOT ONLY TEACHES U SPEECH AND A VERY EASY GRADER BUT HE TEACHES YOU VALUABLE THINGS IN THE REAL WORLD 100 WILL RECOMMEND DONT BE DUMB AND NOT TAKE HIS CLASS

Graded by few things
Group projects
5.0
2.0
SPC1017
Grade: A
Aug 19, 2019
Would take again

Best professor to ever teach at MDC! We only do speeches as individual or in a group but overall TAKE HIM FOR SPC1017 before his class fills up.

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
1.0
SPC1017
Grade: A+
Nov 15, 2019
Would take again

TAKE THIS PROFESSOR!! Took him for Summer B (2019) and he made SPC1017 an overall easy class. You only present as an individual or in a group and he gives great feedback. Add his class before it fills up. Many people in class were nervous but he understood and basically gave us A's for participating.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Participation matters
5.0
3.0
SPC1017
Apr 30, 2020
Would take again

AWESOME

Participation matters
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
1.0
SPC1017
Grade: A
Aug 21, 2020
Would take again

Easiest class Ive taken. Be sure to go to class!

5.0
2.0
SPC1017
Grade: A+
Nov 25, 2020
Would take again

Professor Todd is actually amazing and he seriously wants his students to learn and pass! He gives amazing feedback on speeches and has a clear grading rubric. As long as you follow it, youll get an A. But dont worry, he lets you re-do speeches for your A if you do it wrong. His class activities are also very fun and uplifting!

Gives good feedback
Respected
Clear grading criteria
5.0
1.0
SPC1017
Grade: A+
Dec 8, 2020
Would take again

amazing person and prof. show up do the random fun speeches he asks for. 2 papers are due. 10/10 recommend. hes amazing

Inspirational
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
3.0
SPC1017
Dec 14, 2020
Would take again

I took Professor Todd for Fall 2020 and I have nothing to complain about. He is just amazing. He will not only teach you about how to give an speech but life. Loves every single student. There were like 3 speeches but only 2 were graded. Group projects: 2 / Individual: 2-3. Be prepared to talk every class but dont worry, the work is really easy.

Participation matters
Group projects
Caring
5.0
1.0
SPC1017
Grade: A+
Dec 15, 2020
Would take again

Taking a class with Professor Todd is the greatest thing I have (and will ever do) in my college career. So sweet, so full of stories & knowledge, and helps you become a better public speaker. Such an amazing guy and a gem, especially through a pandemic.

Inspirational
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
2.0
SPC1017
Grade: A
Dec 18, 2020
Would take again

Due to Covid this class was online, but he did showed up to class and wanted if possible for student to attend class. Very understanding prof, good heart. He's just special. Class is not hard, but you are require to participate and provide speech weekly, he just wants you to talk. By the end of the class you are no longer shy. 1 written assignment.

Respected
Accessible outside class
Participation matters
5.0
1.0
SPC1017
Grade: A
Dec 31, 2020
Would take again

Professor Todd is one of the most amazing human beings, he's full of knowledge and super understanding. I was never bored in his class and he always found a way to make you laugh, he would always tell his students how much he loves us and he would share his back in the days stories. He has the biggest heart, don't look further choose him!

Inspirational
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
2.0
SPC1017
Grade: A
Jan 16, 2021
Would take again

This is for sure the best professor in MDC, such a great person and human being. He makes you feel very comfortable in the class, I hate standing and presenting in front of a bunch of people but with Prof. Todd was way different, take him!!! you won't regret it.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Inspirational
5.0
1.0
SPC1017
Grade: A+
Mar 21, 2021
Would take again

Awesome professor, very nice & respectful passionate about his job and cares about his students. The classwork isn't hard and he made me more comfortable with speeches. Highly Recommend!

Inspirational
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
1.0
SPC1017
Grade: A
Apr 22, 2021
Would take again

Professor Todd is the absolute best professor I have ever had. He is so awesome and really cares about his students. His assignments are not difficult and he gives you a lot of time to work on them. Todd will tell you great stories and you will learn many interesting things in his class. If you choose him as your professor you will not regret it.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Participation matters
5.0
1.0
SPC1017
Grade: A+
Apr 30, 2021
Would take again

TAKE HIM!!!!!!!

5.0
1.0
SPC1017
May 27, 2021
Would take again

Best teacher Ive ever had in my entire college career. Hes so easy going and understanding. He just wants you to talk. 2 speeches, 1 paper and 25% attendance. Thats what he grades you on. Its impossible to fail unless you just dont show up. Hes very knowledgeable and really gets the class communicating!

Accessible outside class
Participation matters
Graded by few things
5.0
1.0
SPC1017
Grade: A+
Jun 3, 2021
Would take again

There's no better professor at MDC then him! Participate and you will get an "A". Otherwise he will make you keep doing the speech till you get an "A".

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Participation matters
5.0
1.0
SPC1017
Grade: A+
Jun 15, 2021
Would take again

TAKE HIM. HE'S THE BEST EVER. He was absolutely the BEST. I'm done this semester and this has been the only class of mine where attendance is mandatory. And wow, I'm SO happy about it. He's A GEM to say the least. He loves his students and he never lets us forget it. He's so inspiring. Show up, participate, and you will get an A. No book.

Participation matters
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
2.0
SPC1017
Jun 23, 2021
Would take again

He was kind and understanding! Easy going and openminded!

Skip class? You won't pass.
Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
1.0
5.0
SPC1017
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Aug 24, 2021
Wouldn't take again

This professor is absolutely horrible at getting back to emails. I had to drop his class i missed two sesssions because he failed to respond and give me the virtual class information. I was supposed to take this in the fall semester mdc live mode Horrible do not take him unless you want to miss class because you dont have the class login info!!

5.0
1.0
SPC1017
Grade: A+
Nov 17, 2021
Would take again

He gives barely any work, and allows you to redo a speech until you get an A. He is very lenient and is fun to have class with.

Inspirational
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
2.0
SPC1033
Grade: A+
Jan 5, 2022
Would take again

Easy class, show up listen to him talk for 30 minutes write down the rubric for the assignments and you pass. You HAVE to show up to the meetings and participate because that's the only way he grades but regardless if you mess up he gives you a lot of chances.

Participation matters
Graded by few things
Caring
5.0
2.0
SPC1017
Mar 10, 2022
Would take again

Professor Todd is very understanding, loves his students, and gives lots of chances. AMAZING PROFESSOR! I would highly recommend this class to everyone. We wrote just 1 essay followed by a rubric, and he would just tell us to talk to one another and prepare speeches about debatable topics for his class, topics were mostly to our choosing.

Respected
Participation matters
Caring
5.0
2.0
SPC1017
Grade: A
Apr 13, 2022
Would take again

John Todd really cares about his students. As long as you participate in class via talking ,your good. You keep trying until you get the grade which is an A. If you need this class I highly recommend that you take it with him. No book required!! He's an outstanding professor !!!

Caring
Accessible outside class
5.0
2.0
SPC1017
Grade: A
Apr 13, 2022
Would take again

John Todd is one of the nicest professors ever. If you participate in class your good. You basically do each speech until you get your grade which is an A. If you need this class please do yourself a favor and take it with him.

Gives good feedback
Caring
Accessible outside class
5.0
1.0
SPC1017
Grade: A+
Dec 13, 2022
Would take again

Amazing overall person

Participation matters
So many papers
Caring
5.0
2.0
SPC
Grade: A
Dec 18, 2022
Would take again

He was amazing 10/10.

Clear grading criteria
Caring
Respected
5.0
1.0
SPC1016
Grade: A+
Jan 16, 2023
Would take again

Really nice teacher, he gives you feedback after each speech and all in all was really chill. Just prepare the speeches he has due before each class and you'll pass.

So many papers
Caring
Accessible outside class
5.0
1.0
SPC1017
Grade: A
Apr 17, 2023
Would take again

Really great experience, very interactive class, would do this class just for the fun of it.

Participation matters
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Inspirational
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