Rock was the best professor I have ever had! He knows his material and has real life experience with it- he is funny and engaging in lecture. His tests are specific, you really have to do the readings and go to class, but the class is curved at the end. He is so funny and nice and actually takes the time to try and learn all of his student's names.

Professor Rock does an awesome job of explaining everything, really engaging lectures. The tests are difficult, but there are a lot of assignments throughout the whole semester too.

This course was more difficult than I expected. Prof. Rock was a very entertaining and compelling professor but the test often had questions on small details that might not be caught even by someone actively participating in class. Study very hard for exams and don't expect a top grade on the group project.

This is probably the most fun class I have ever taken, and I absolutely love Joshua! He makes it so much fun and trust me you will laugh daily. But this is no easy class. The tests are nearly impossible and I promise you that you will fail. Thank goodness for an amazing curve later on. I STRONGLY recommend him. LOVE THIS CLASS!!!

Professor Rock has been my favorite professor at UT so far. He is extremely knowledgeable and makes the class fun even if some of the material is boring. At times the class can be rather difficult, but he makes it fun and curves at the end of the year. Highly recommend.

He makes the class really interesting but the tests are so hard! However, the class does receive a substantial curve at the end.

Professor Rock is very funny and helpful; however, you have to work for that A. His class is not easy. His tests are very hard and there are many projects that you have to do regarding MIS. If you are seriously considering majoring in MIS, take him. If you have absolutely no interest and just need the class for credit, don't take him.

Amazing professor! He really pushes you getting something out of this course & your development as a business student as opposed to your grade. Online chapter quizzes every once in a while, engaging projects that really get you interested in technology, and an entertaining lecture that you'll want to go to. Tests are very hard but there is a curve.

Rock's class isn't just about MIS, he pushes you to become a better business professional. What makes his lectures valuable is the fact that he will often bring up real-world examples of concepts you discuss in class. He'll talk about things he learned while he was in the industry, and really gives you tips on how to get ahead of the game.

You will definitely learn in Rock's class, but your GPA will take a hit. This is an "Intro-to" course, and in retrospect I would have taken another professor that doesn't A) Cram all the info you learn during the semester into 2 exams, B) Provide no feedback on major projectstests. A professor that has 2 failing averages on exams isnt worth taking

Hands down, Joshua is one of the best professors I have ever had. He is an amazing teacher and person. He really cares about his students. Take him for MIS before anyone else. Yes, his class requires more work, but you will learn much, much more. He's hilarious and engaging, too!

He makes going to class fun!

He is easy on the eyes. So easy on the eyes that he won't let his picture be taken.

Makes sure your questions are clarified. Best when it comes to driving home the concepts. Puts a lot of effort in giving relevant material which really helps prep. But screws you over in terms of pace and content load.

Best professor I've ever had at UT.

Amazing professor. I thought I would regret taking his class because I heard it was hard but I am so happy that I did. Josh truly cares about what you get out of the class and although he makes you work hard for it, it's definitely worth the ride. You get so much applicable stuff out of this class and I highly recommend it. Getting an A isn't easy.

Josh is the man. He clearly cares about the well being of his students and wants everyone to learn. He tries to teach you how to break out of the mold that McCombs tries to fit you in. That being said, it is an extremely rigorous class. Tests are impossible, but the curve is extreme. Best teacher I've had in college by far. And he's hilarious.

He's a really great teacher but the class is a lot of worj

Rock is an awesome guy and he goes above and beyond to teach you not only MIS skill but life skills. The best advice I can give you is to keep on top of the reading and try to get the most out of the class. Your grade will be bumped about a letter grade at the end of the semester and an A is doable if you score above average consistently.

Rock has a interesting sense of humor that makes his classes entertaining. However, he teaches as a fast pace and spends a lot of time lecturing about "life lessons" such as happiness and stress. Rock's perspective on these subjects were honestly really helpful, but nonetheless, he takes time away from MIS to teach them.

He is passionate about what he teaches and it shows. He's funny so I never really wanted to miss a lecture. His test are tough but in the end it doesn't actually hit your GPA because all of the classes have to curve to a 3.2. By far one of the best professors I have had.

He redefines the definition of a professor. His lecturing style is unique and one-of-a-kind. Choosing another professor is a disservice to your education. There is so much information in this class that applies beyond college. If you're not open to changing how you approach life, don't take this class. Give your seat to someone who could use it.

Rock is a one-of-a-kind professor. His lectures are not only interesting and informative, but they can be outright inspiring at times too. He is the reason why I have decided to pursue MIS. He is definitely the hardest MIS professor, and he knows this, which is why he curves like hell at the end. Don't let his reputation deter you, take him for 301

I honestly diddn't enjoy Rock's teaching style. He just read off his PowerPoint slides that he doesn't even change year-to-year. He goes off on tangents and rushes through material. Expect to be doing a lot of work for this class. Tests are just as tough as everyone says. However, you can still get a good grade if you just do well on the easy hws.

Honestly one of the most valuable classes you can take at UT. We covered so much information in such a short time. This class is essential to take before going into industry. He teaches you how to learn and adapt very quickly. It is super challenging, but he is extremely fair and curves a ton. He held a ton of extra office hours whenever requested.

Rock is one of the most superb professors at UT, and he's the one who convinced me to major in MIS. He offers supplemental subjects in his free time and honestly cares about how much you learn in his class. That being said, he has no qualms making his class difficult, and you need to study in order to do well on his exams. You will learn from him.

One of the best professors I have ever had. Lectures are super interesting. If you do the work you will get a fine grade.

If you want to learn a lot, take this class. If you only care about your grade, I would recommend someone else. You will learn a wide variety of things and his lectures are never boring. He gives a lot of daily assignments, but they are all do-able. The 2 tests cover pretty much everything and the averages were in the 60s, but he curves them.

Take another professor if you're looking for an easy A. The others are not difficult. Josh's A is significantly harder to earn. However, he offers way more learning material that will truly benefit you throughout your career. The tests are as tough as everyone says, but the curves are huge and many people made A's. Take him if you will study a lot.

Great teacher overall but just such a hard course! Studied so much and couldn't find a way to get a C on the test. Joshua has 2 test and multiple assignment and online quizzes. The tests are the hardest part of the grade. Only take this course if you have lots of time to devote to this class.

Amazing professor. Lectures are very interesting and he really cares about the material. Would definitely take again.

Joshua inspired me to keep moving forward with my goals. You will learn a lot in this class. Also, find a buddy to study in this class with, it really helps. Prepare for his tests well in advance and do assignments with time. Only has to tests, non-cumulative. I will definitely take another class with him.

Professor Rock has taught the class that I have derived the most value from. Aside from being knowledgeable about business, he will teach you lessons about life and the value of being at such a great school. Professor Rock is a very special professor who will challenge you to learn about what MIS is all about.

Rock was a great guy. Lectures are very fast paced and exams are notoriously hard but he curves the class to compensate. Genuinely cares about his students. You don't *need* to go to class but they're about as enjoyable as lectures can be so I'd recommend not skipping class. Two exams and a huge group project make up a large chunk of the class.

Joshua's class changed my life. You don't take his class for the grade, you take his class for what he teaches you. He teaches you not only the essentials of MIS, but also life skills through fun, humorous lectures. He is my favorite professor that I ever had, and I would want to take another class with him if possible.

Rock is amazing. His class is pretty difficult and is a lot of work. However it is totally worth it. The class is one of a kind and one of my most formative college experiences. Just try your best, do the reading and pay attention in class. I promise you'll be glad you took this class.

AMAZING! He makes you work your butt off... Seriously though. I spent so much time working for this class. He is an amazing professor and cares about you so much. His jokes are cheesy but just laugh along. He also lectures about life and inspires you to become a better person. Overall he is the best MIS professor you will find. TAKE HIM!!!

Rock is such an inspiration. Even though his class was extremely difficult, I would take it again without hesitation.

MIS301 is a required class and as a result there are a lot of professors who teach it. But if you have the chance to take Rock, take Rock. He will make you work for every single point. You will hate and love him at the same time. If you care just about the grade, don't take him, but if you want a grueling but rewarding experience, take Rock

Joshua Rock changed my life. If anything you should take this class to learn about how you can be a successful businessman with simple technology tools. The skills I have learned from this class are phenomenal. My employers were impressed by the skills I learned from this course.

Joshu Rock is the best lecturer I've ever had. His class is really engaging and super fun. He is very knowledgeable and gives out plenty of tips and advice for the real world. The work load is kinda intense but you're learning SO much by doing it. Would 100% recommend.

Rock is the best teacher I have ever had! Don't take the class just to get an A and get through MIS, take it so that you can learn really vital stuff about the business and technology. He's also super inspirational and cares a ton about his students. Definitely recommend him!

Yes, it was a lot of work and you might not get an A. But you learn valuable stuff (no matter what major you are), his lectures are hilarious, and he genuinely cares about his students. The class was totally manageable if you have good study habits. I took this class while taking 18 hrs and got an A-. Planning on taking him for MIS 373.

I spent he first half of the semester complaining about him and the second half praising him. He is a teacher that is hard to forget. He gives a lot of assignments and his exams are nearly impossible. However, I learned the most in this class than any other and recommend him to everyone. He does give a huge curve at the end.

He really loves what he does and there were some pretty inspirational moments. His lectures are packed with info as is his class. Study the slides for the exams and youll do well

Professor Rock's class is more work than the other MIS 301 classes BUT it is worth it. Not only did I came out knowing a lot more about technology but I also learned non-business lessons. He does a lecture about happiness and on Michael Jackson that I really loved. Overall, Rock knows his stuff and he cares about you.

Out of all MIS Professors take Rock! Everyone says he's hard, which is true but he curves the exams tremendously so you will pass the class and learn a bunch more than you would if you took someone else.

Rock is a terrific professor. If you want an easy A, he is not the professor for you, but if you want to learn a lot, then definitely take his class.

best professor I've had so far. he teaches so much more than just MIS, you learn a lot of valuable life lessons and how to succeed in life. everyone says his class is super hard, but its worth the effort. you'll get what you put into it. highly recommend taking him if you're even slightly interested in majoring in MIS

Two very difficult tests but entire class is curved to a 3.2. Hilarious teacher, always fun and informative to go to class.

I had to take this class 3 times because I got very sick towards the end of the course the first two times I took it & had to drop out of school twice. However, even after registering for Rock's class THREE TIMES and having to go through the entire course THREE TIMES I absolutely would not have taken anyone else for MIS. Great guy, learned SO MUCH!

This was the hardest class I took my freshman year, yet the most valuable. You will learn a lot about MIS , life lessons, and business in general, but you need to be dedicated in your desire to learn. Do not fall behind on the readings & procrastinate unless you want to pull all-nighters. For sure, take Josh if you plan to major in MIS.

Probably the best class I've ever taken, but also the hardest. He will make you work your ass off, so if you're willing to truly get a good educational experience he's the man. I truly am inspired by him and his passions.

Amazing professor that teaches you as much about life as he does class material. This class was extremely difficult but definitely worth it. He seems to cover material at least twice as fast as other teachers, but then takes the second half of the semester to teach about the positivity, gratitude, and innovators.

Simply the greatest professor I've encountered at The University of Texas at Austin. Quality professors over Grade Point Average, you will learn a lot. TAKE HIM, no cap.

Really hard course isn't for those who want a 4.0, that being said if you came to college to actually learn and don't define yourself by your grade this professor should be your top pick.

Rock is a great professor. He incorporates humor and talks fast in his lectures. His focus is on you retaining information not your grade. His tests are curved. GO TO CLASS! He does attendance points that add up. If you're struggling towards the end of the semester focus your attention on the ADP project because it'll really help your grade.

Josh is quite possibly the best professor at UT. He teaches concepts that are applicable in the real world. He is super motivational, and he spends a lot of time lecturing on creativity and passion. This class teaches many valuable life lessons beyond MIS, and I 100% recommend you take him. He is also a super funny and cool guy!

Josh is a fantastic professor, who truly cares about his students! He is inspirational, funny, and his lectures are interesting! You will learn so much about MIS and how you live life. The class is challenging, but manageable--there are many assignments that make up your grade, so doing bad on a few won't hurt you. Highly recommend Josh for MIS!!

ROCK IS AMAZING. Literally I recommend him to EVERYONE! You learn so much from just sitting in the class... I would leave class refreshed and just ready to conquer anything! He is THE BEST professor, and I MEAN THE BEST... he cares so much about personal growth and just life advice! Smartest choice you can make: TAKE ROCK!

It's not going to be an easy A, but you will learn a ton. He is also really caring and genuinely wants his students to learn and thrive and I would recommend taking him. As long as you force yourself to read the textbooks and use his powerpoints to study for the tests you'll be fine.

Rock is a great professor. Definitely worked more in this class than I have with most others but I would take him again.

Joshua is someone that you will click with or won't. He has a different teaching style. The thing I appreciated about him most was he was very inspirational and I learned A LOT. However, I didn't really love his jokes and the way he presented. I probably wouldn't take him again just because of that. It's a ton of work, but a B+/A- is possible.

Josh cares a lot about his students and works really hard so everyone can have a positive learning experience. There is certainly a lot of work in the class but I got a lot out of it by taking my time and keeping up with them. I for sure learned a lot in this class and I got a good overview of the major as well.

Joshua is an awesome professor - he's super inspirational, cares about your success, and has amazing lectures. You'll do a lot of work in this class, but honestly I would say it's worth it. The tests are pretty hard, but if you study the lectures and have been keeping up with the reading you'll be just fine. I got around 76 on both exams and got A.

Rock is a real gem. Probably the best teacher/professor that I've ever had and definitely the most inspirational and caring. He assigns a lot of work and there are a lot of readings, but if you stay on top of everything and take the time to understand everything, the class is definitely manageable.

This was the best class I took my first year. Take his class, no matter what major you want to pursue. I came in doubtful, like most others, but by the end of the course I secured an internship I never would've even applied for had I not taken his class. Rock teaches his students not only how to be a good business person, but to be a better human.

Came into the course very skeptical like many, but left with a respect towards Rock. You will do much more work than other classes, most of which feels like a waste of time. While the work sucks, Rock provides his students with great lectures and inspiration. Did not regret taking.

Definitely take Rock! He has some of the best, most engaging, and most informative lectures I've ever seen. He covers a ton of material, and it's a ton of work but worth it! My only complaint is that his slides and readings were outdated, especially for a technology course.

He is definitely one of the best professors I have ever had, but his class is definitely NOT an easy A if thats what your looking for. You definitely have to put in a lot of work to get a good grade in his class, but he is a great professor with really engaging lectures. Would recommend for MIS majors, but if not, there are easier classes!

Professor Rock is unique in that he genuinely structures his course not only for his students to learn, but also to be successful in life. His workload may be heavy, and his tests may be difficult, but this 'pushing' really brings out the best out of his students.

Joshua deserves way more credit than he gets from the students and professors here at UT... I think he inspired a lot of people to look into MIS as a major. He cares about his students and will assist you in any way possible. Seriously take his class if you want to improve as a person and as a student, but not if you just want an easy A. Good luck!

Took Rock for MIS 301, and actually ended up glad that I did. I will not lie, I had quite a few sleepless nights and the tests were pretty difficult, although there are only 2 of them. He was extremely inspiring and genuinely cares about his students. He teaches more than just MIS in this course, definitely not an easy A though.

I took Josh for MIS 301 and he is the reason I am a MIS major. He teaches you so much and makes you prove to yourself that you can do hard things. He puts so much effort into making this class incredible, and it really shows. The class isn't easy, but it is 1000% worth it. As long as you are willing to put the effort in, an A is doable but not easy

Rock is an amazing professor, and you will definitely learn a lot in this class. If you want to major in MIS, this class is a must take. For other high achieving students, this class should be taken. However, if you want an easy A, this is NOT the class for you. The tests are hard and there is a lot of homework and assignments. Expect an A-.

He is definitely one of the best professors at our school by far. Amazing person, super intelligent, he cares about his students and is passionate about what he does. Along with that comes a LOT of work. He definitely assigns more work than the other professors, but you will learn so much. I recommend his class if you're willing to put in the work.

I took Rock online which makes MIS harder. I like him and I think he is good at making the lectures engaging. Sometimes he gives assignments without much of a description and you kind of just have to figure it out yourself which can be annoying. You also have no idea what your grade is until the end. I am considering an MIS major bc of him.

I feel like all the other reviews described his class well, but I think those who didnt like the class just didnt like the subject. If youre really interested in the topic, youll love this class. Otherwise, good luck.

Professor Rock really cares about his students. While the course material is important to him, he adds personal bits of his life into most lectures in order to give us important life lessons, which I appreciated a lot. The tests are difficult, but if you engage the content fully you'll be fine, the curve is very generous anyway.

I personally think that the workload was very manageable (taking into consideration that he changed things due to covid). He is very inspirational and really emphasizes the fundamentals of MIS. Even if you aren't tech-savvy, the work is doable and he along with the TAs are always available during office hrs for help. Def recommend for MIS majors!

I loved having professor Rock this past semester! He was recommended to me by so many upperclassmen and I can definitely see why. Joshua is super cool and inspirational (sometimes funny too haha). Workload was very extensive so don't take this class if you're not prepared to put in the work. I think this was my favorite class & you should take.

TAKE THIS CLASS WITH JOSH! This is one of my favorite classes I have ever taken. EVER. There are no words to do this class justice. It is ran seamlessly, Josh is extremely well prepared, and you will walk away with a lot more than just MIS knowledge. Take this class if you want to grow as a person and as a student but not if you just want an easy A

Many people complain about the workload of this class. I think it was a lot but if you manage your time correctly, it is doable. This class and the assignments really challenge you and I am glad I took Rock instead of the "easier" professors. He teaches you valuable life lessons. I am so glad I took his class!

Joshua Rock impacts his students personally and rewards intrinsic motivation. You have you work quite a bit for the class, and you definitely have to study a LOT for the two exams, but the course content itself is not difficult at all and you will learn a lot. You never question why you're doing assignments. Grades are curved to a B+ average.

Great professor, just a lot of work. If you want to major in MIS then you should take his class. If you are only in MIS301 for the credit then you could consider other options, but your future self will probably be happy if you choose Rock. Lectures are fun, but it was annoying how we could not use any tech in class. Lots of ooc quizzes and work

Coming into the semester I had heard mixed thing about Joshua, but after going through MIS 301 I can confidently say he is one of the best teachers I have ever had. Not only does he know what he is talking about, but he also teaches with such a passion that you enjoy earning the content as well. In order to be successful you will have to read a lot

Joshua's MIS class was one of the hardest classes I've ever taken. The thing that made it worth it was his "life lesson" type modules that were completion grades. Applying myself in these lessons made me a way more productive student and cut my homework time down in half.

Rock is one of kind for professors. He wants to see you succeed, but be aware of all overwhelming load of work. I highly recommend taking good notes during lectures and dont focus as much on the textbook. Tests are incredibly hard, but there is a generous curve at the end of the semester.

Don't take this class if you: -Want an easy A -Don't like doing a lot of assignments outside of class Take this class if you: -Want a funny and prepared professor -Want to truly learn and be inspired -Are thinking about being an MIS major

Josh was one of the best professors Ive had. While he does give a lot of work it is not impossible to complete. Be prepared to put a lot of time into this class though. His lectures are great, and he includes life lessons which were very meaningful. Overall good choice especially if you are considering majoring in MIS.

This course definitely requires a lot of time and theres a lot of readings and assignments due before each class. Overall it wasn't as hard as I thought it would be and he always emphasizes that he curves a lot in the end.

You get out what you put into this course. There are a lot of readings and short quizzes for homework, but those are opennote and help you get essential ideas. Tests are Hard, but if you participate in class and prioritize learning over completion you'll be fine. Basically: get your money's worth for 301 and use this course to actually learn.

Josh is an amazing lecturer and breaks down complex concepts into understandable material. He inspires students beyond just the technical field, pushes for excellence in everything, and has some funny jokes every now and then. Biggest gripe is the workload is very heavy but manageable if consistency is maintained. Great course w/ a great prof.

As a teacher and person, Joshua is really cool. But I will say that this being an MIS class sometimes he can get out of context and we look at material not relevant to the subject. In addition, there is a lot of work with this class but at the same time it helps you prepare and time manages for the future.He is a good teacher with a hard class

I enjoyed the class for the most part. While there is a lot of homework, a lot of it is busy work (reading textbook chapters) and and can be tedious to get through. Exams are very hard and his life lesson lectures, which were insightful initially, began to cut into time that could have been used for preparation. As a person though, he's cool.

If you're on the fence about taking Joshua Rock, I'd say 100% take him. While this course is content heavy with fast faced lectures, Joshua does an excellent job of making the lectures funny/engaging. You get out this course what you put into it. If possible though, try not to take this course alongside other difficult business courses.

I was really scared to be in Rock's class. It's true: the workload is insane, tests are extremely difficult, and he speaks really fast. However, this class is the only reason I decided to be an MIS major. He is inspirational and even though the class is vigorous, I learned a lot. Work hard and you can get an A-/A

Not as hard as everyone makes him out to be. It's really just a lot of busy work. The trick to this class is studying early for the tests, getting all of your work in, and (like he stresses) not worrying about your grade. I had honestly accepted an B+/A- and was pleasantly surprised with an A.

Took this class Spring 2022. Professor Rock is inspirational, funny, and known as the hardest professor for MIS 301. If you want to maximize your learning, take Rock, but don't be disappointed when you make a B in the class. Take notes in class and study the slides ahead of time for the exams. He assigns many assignments and readings. Stressful.

His jokes can be a bit much, his lectures focus less on technical skills than I wished, and there isn't much feedback on grades, but I still recommend his class. You learn so much more than other MIS sections, and because of the McCombs GPA curve you'll get the same grade. The workload wasn't that bad either, stressful at times but worth it.

Rock is very inspirational and a really good lecturer. Be prepared for A LOT of assignments and readings (around 12 hours a week). I was very frustrated by his no feedback policy where he doesn't show you what you missed on any tests, quizzes, or projects. I wish I took his class with a lighter class and extracurricular load.

It's so sad that UT drove such a good professor out, but I believe Rock's class was absolutely phenomenal. you learn a lot more in his MIS 301 class than any of the other profs. Also, he is super personable and nice while maintaining a strict, academic environment.