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take home quizes take home mid term take home final - no homework what more do ihave to say?
iF YOU SPEAK UP IN CLASS YOU WILL GET AN EASY a, REGAURDLESS WHAT YOUR GRADE ON YOUR TESTS ARE. MARK MY WORDS "YOU WILL GET AN A, IF YOU SPEAK OUT IN CLASS/ WITH CLASS PARTICIPATION!"
This is a very easy course, all you have to do is the worksheets and participate in class to get an A. The tests are really easy. You should take him!!!!
I enjoyed his class very much. Different than your usual lecturer. If you participate and you do your work, you will easily get the grade you want. I know I will take him again.
Pretty easy teacher who acts kinda wierd sometimes. If you want an 'A' all you have to do is speak up in the class, do your homework and behave properly.
Just as everyone said, he is really easy. He offers tons of extra credit, but you don't really need to do any of it because it is already so easy. He is really funny and makes class interesting. I will definitely take him again.
He offers a ton of extra credit... I found his class kind of boring because he's a little hard to understand.
Now those other comments are lame, i found this class to be moderatly hard, but i really enjoyed it. yes i did put a 4 in clarity, im trying to be honest, but im glad your foreign, which means your not just all americanized. you have alot of knowledge on the subject. seeya around
I would NEVER take this man again. Yes, his class was easy, but you can't understand what he's saying. While alot of it may be the language barrier, he also gives alot of misinformation. He doesn't follow through with his promises or class plans. Very unstructured. The awesome textbook was what taught me. His lectures are worthless.
he was the worst teacher that i have ever had. if you dont agree with his opinions or if you're a christian, he will easily get angry at you and sometimes yell. i could bearly understand a word that he said, and what i could understand was when he would be yelling at me because i didnt agree with him.
I was bored out of my mind
There is a language barrier, but I gave him a 4 on clarity. About a third of the way through it is very clear that you have to teach yourself alot of the stuff. He grades fair.
He enjoys teaching, and his heart is in the right place. Alot of the information you have to teach yourself. Speak up in class and it will help your grade overall.
man this guy sucks he is really boring and half of the time u dont know what the hell he is talking about you can probably get away with just purchasing the book studying the book and only attend for his tests cause his lectures are worthless
this class is kind of hard, i think its just the way he teaches, i mean its not bad or anything. there is a little language barrier, but he really does try very hard and he DOES want all his students to pass. hes a nice guy, you just have to pay attention and definately read all the material!!
He is my favorite teacher. He will make you think outside the box. He is unbaised and is from a totally different culture which helps him in this. One draw back is his accent and it is hard to hear what he is saying sometimes.
Yes, he is hard to understand but he really loves the subject he is teaching.Just make sure he knows who you are and join class disscussion and you'll get an A or a B.
He is one of my favorite professors. Very friendly and nice, as long as you are not a Republican! He goes out of his way to help students, you just need to go to his office. If you study, then there is no way you will fail. It's mostly common sense.
he was an interesting teacher. i really enjoyed the class and the information it involved. he was a little hard to understand at first but once you do it is okay. dont get behind on work. he offers extra credit! make sure to participate in discussions.
HORRIBLE teacher. Half the time I couldnt understand a word he was saying, the other half he was yelling at some muslem girl who corrected him on something he said about the karan. Hes extremely UN helpful. VERY un-clear. just a really bad bad bad teacher. Don't take his class! Its torcher!
Well i have to say that professor andachech is my most favorite teacher yet and i plane on taking him again
he means well but hes just hard to follow. very easy
The criminology class wasn't extremely great, but pretty much it's an all book class. Study for the tests (study guide given), 4 questions, all essay, 3 out of 4 questions will be picked. Reading the book helps out. Overall it was a pretty easy class if you read and studied for the test.
Greatest teacher ever!
Lectured directly from the book. As long as you followed the book, the class was easy. Interaction in classroom activity is a must, or else he goes kind of crazy. Hes a pretty cool guy, its just that most people dont really understand him.
THIS TEACHER IS NICE MOST OF THE TIME, HE HAS AN ACCENT BUT U CAN STILL UNDERSTAND HIM PRETTY GOOD, IF U DONT UNDERSTAND HE WILL USE MANY EXAMPLES IF U DONT UNDERSTAND, HIS TESTS ARE EASY, THE ATTENDANCE IS MANDATORY, U ALWAYS NEED UR BOOK, HE ALWAYS SAYS THAT IF U DONT PARTICIPATE U WONT PASS THE CLASS BUT THATS NOT TRUE, JUST DO THE WORK.
Very nice, lectures are kind of boring.. he goes straight from the book. Sometimes hard to understand him. Grade based on tests. Not cumulative. Hes a good teacher, take him.
great fun easy teacher, tests off from a study review which is off the book
Can’t understand him and he gets off topic a lot. One time he talked for 45 minutes about his indigestion he got from a pizza he ate earlier.
Easy A and a good teacher although he is rather stubborn but he likes to get the class involved
He is a pretty good teacher. Soc 2 was very easy. He gave out test reviews before hand to study. Class was all discussion, and participation practically made my grade.
He had me dying laughing everyday. He gets off topic, A LOT. Sometimes you wonder, "What class is this?" He allows 5 missed days of class, but you don't really need to be there,except day he gives the study guide for the test. Test,EXACTLY as the study guide. I got 100% on just about every test, except the final. He gave 1/2 the test for final stud
This guy is wacko!! But in a good way. You will be intertained for the entire class. He gets off topic a lot, but it doesnt matter because his lectures are useless anyway. Just study from the study guide he gives for tests and you will get and A. I laughed the whole semester in this class. I recommend taking his class:) He means well, I liked him.
I couldn't understand a word he said. He himself said it best: "In Arabic, I am great speaker. In english, I terrible" -Andacheh. After five weeks, we were still talking about the same topic as on day one. Andacheh is repetitive in lectures and absolutely useless in practicality. If you want an easy A, do it. Otherwise he is PITIFUL; worst ever.
He is very difficult to understand. He always gets off the subject and the lectures are pointless. The notes are just definitions off the book. He has strong opinions that can be insulting to others. The study guide will help you alot. His lectures and notes will not. I was very interested in taking sociology class until I took his class.Good Luck!
This guy is crazy. He randomly gets abgry but he is usually funny. At least, he thinks he is. I didn't laugh too much. Easy class though, grades based mostly on participation. He says there's a presentation, I didn't end up doing it. The study guide is the test. Just study the guide and you will pass without a doubt.
LECTURES ARE LONG AND BORING, OFTEN GETS OFF SUBJECT, PICKS FAVORITES, AND SOME TOPICS ARE A BIT ON THE CONTREVERSIAL SIDE...HARDLY GOES OVER MATERIAL...A LOT OF READING...UP TO YOU TO STUDY CHAPTERS AND YOU BASICALLY END UP READING THE BOOK FRONT TO BACK...IF HE OFFERS A STUDY GUIDE TAKE ADVANTAGE WORD FOR WORD IDENTICAL TO THE TEST!
Andachech is a good teacher, but often gets sidetracked very easily for 20-30 minute time frames. There is a presentation and 4 tests throughout the class. Its a simple class and I enjoyed it, just wished he would teach about the material more.
The study guide questions are the EXACT test questions. Do them, and you'll do fine. Make sure you participate in class and do good on the tests. Easy A if you answer the study guide questions and actually talk in class. Sit by the front rows. He has favorites and think that they're always right. I recommend him if you like stating your opinions.
Hated this Class
If your really religous, be ready for plenty of remarks. He hates George W Bush, he gets mad for no reason, and thinks he knows everything. To pass his class, all you need to do is participate every now and then, pass the tests which is the study guide, and do your presentation. His lectures are BORING! Not the greatest professor in the world.
Wow! one of the best teachers here. If you need sociology take him! If you do not get an A in this class you are a dork. I did not read and got an A in class
If i could go back I would have chosen another teacher. Did not like his way of teaching.
the class is really boring a long, and he gets off topic a lot, but the class is really easy as long as you participate in a discussion or two. the tests are really easy as long as you do the study guide. he gives a study guide for every test and final. the questions on the study guide are EXACTLY the same as the one's on the tests.
he's funny! hard to understand lectures are long. but if you write down just the notes marked test questions and study them you'll no joke get an A. I've never even opened the book!!! just read your notes and your set. I recomend this prof. he's a crack up
I had to drop his class i could not understand him, he has a very thick farsea accent. In the short time I had him, he rambled on in his lectures and was constantly side tracked, I know more about his life than crininology. I won't be taking his classes again.
Very hard to understand, not clear, easily distracted because you cant understand him and goes off topic. Talks about Iran constantly
very helpful and meets all the requirments needed to be learned
Overall a pretty easy class.His notes are the EXACT questions on the test.Your grade basically rides on the 4 exams and the essay..which you get to choose the topic for. He goes off topic all the time.and takes attendance everyday.He's a funny guy and always in a good mood. Dont be late he will lock u out on test days.
For an easy A take the class.. its kinda hard to tell what he's saying but he has easy quizzes and test..and im not a test taker what so ever!!
He is a grreat instructor, just do the reading and take notes in class and you'll be fine, also read the test questions carefully they tend to be tricky.He does not like to be disrespected but then again who does. Make yourself known and keep the respect level high and he will love you.
Read the book! Not all test questions are from your notes. You don't have to buy the exact text book edition. You can buy an earlier edition. We had to write an essay and turn it in with our final. He likes students that give their opinion. Do not take his class in the mornings!!!
PLEASE READ THIS. He no longer gives study guides or notes. You have to write down the Power Point or read the book. The class was EXTREMELY boring. Rarely was he on topic, lectures were mostly his rants on topics such as religion or politics. Be prepared to actually do some work.
he is really hard. Not helpful at first. but act like you want to participate in class and try to show interest and he will lay back on you a bit. test are hard. you have to read the text book because the notes does not cover everything. Attendance is mandatory. Out of 4 test, only gave one study guide.
Tough, but fair.
DO NOT TAKE THIS CLASS!!!! he is by far the worst teacher! Cant understand what he says, goes off subject A LOT! he insults peoples opinions and beliefs. His class is especially boring in the morning. if i could take back the time i wasted in this class i would!!
You can hardly understand a thing he says. Without the study guides this class is hopeless.
i really hate coming to this class. don't take this class, you will not pass...trust me. he goes off topic a lot, he has very strong opinions, quizzes are impossible to pass, brags about his son during lectures, really hard to understand because of his accent, and he thinks he is hilarious.
Try not to take the more class he can be a bit of a grouch and moody @ 1st. Tends to use common day example to explain material. Loves to have class discussions. give extra credit if you need it. make sure to study the text b4 the Quizs & tests. there are study guides so use them very helpful!!! try not to be late. or ditch.
if you are someone who doesn't like to decode what a foreigner says, then don't take this class. he's a smart guy, and a fair grader, but understanding what he says and teaches can get hard. i warn you not to take this class in the morning. overall, an easy B, but you wont enjoy it, since it's extremely boring. listen to your ipod and read the book
Alright class. MUST purchase a book and read the chapters. Likes students who have questions and discuss the reading. Quizzes are hard but tests are easy. Gives a study guide for each test.
Not a good experience. Goes of topic and comes off as arrogant. He seems to be **** against others middle eastern people and their religions. Also prejudice agianst women. Overall, Bad Professor. Its a good thing he is retiring soon otherwise he might cost RCC a lawsuit. If you dont have the book you will not learn anything. Easy, but is a jerk.
Professor is from Iran and is very difficult to understand due to english being his second language. He provides a study guide for each exam. Follow the study guide and you will pass the test. Lectures are 80% book which gets boring. Attendance is taken at the end of class so half the class comes in late everytime. Okay class
Just read the book and follow the study guide! The lectures are completly useless and difficult to understand due to accent. Attendance is a joke....people would show up 10-15 min before class would end to get credit. Does not like to hear what students have to say....and will be rude and cut you off!
Andacheh is really difficult to understand, opinionated, crass and sometimes really rude. He hates religion. Still, he has a good heart in there somewhere. Just pick a fight with him every once in awhile and you'll get participation points. Tests are really easy, just do your study guide. Take him for an easy A, but you'll learn nothing.
He is not a hard teacher if you participate and study for the test with the study guide you will be fine. you also have to write a paper and thats not that hard either
to be honest with you, he is just amazing. if you got the skills of arguing in the class,I can assure and guarantee you will survive with good grade. all i did was argue in the class, and was C+ student in the test, but got An A+. if you want my advise, get his class.
Worst teacher I have ever taken. If you would like to lose brain cells trying to comprehend what he's saying, take this class. His tests are fairly easy because their based off the study guide. However he also has a temper and has gone off on students several times. I DO NOT RECOMMEND THIS TEACHER
UGH i dreaded going to his class! His tests are basically the study guide so just study that and you will be fine! but seriously he just talks about how americans are lazy and how his son is so perfect and george duchie bushie! anyways....don't take him if you are contemplating suicide.
Andacheh is a little rough around the edges and yes, abrasive at times. But if you're worthy of respect he will give it to you. Just take part in conversation and get to know the guy's views while learning about sociology. Easy tests, easy paper. I don't think the guy gets enough respect though, b/c there are too many spoiled kids in his classes.
Had him for soc 1 and soc 2. he HATED me. and noone in either class (nor i) could figure out why. Definitely likes the ladies. you MUST argue. attendance nut. EASY EASY EASY. the study guide ARE the tests (literally). no quiz, 1 EASY paper. if you dont get an A you could be an idiot. Like i said he hated me and i got A's both semesters. abrasiv
Very Good teacher, a little hard to understand at times although he wants participation, and you will recieve 20 extra points, he wants to teach and he has his views which can be easily undertood, although dont give up your own veiws if you think that will please him , he likes debate.
Ok, 1st of all why are people rating Andacheh bad. This is by far the best professor I had in RCC. He is a real good teacher and person, his study guides are exactly the tests, what's the problem with you people that are rating him bad. Take this professor, it is HIGHLY RECOMEMNDED!!!
I was scared of him at first he seemed to be one of those professors that simply hates to teach...in the end I loved his class and was dying to take another one with him. His tests are easy. the study guides he gives you is basically the whole test. he's a great guy and hates george dushie bushie*well at least we have that in common* lol
I was afraid of sociology before i took his class. He's very intelligent and easy to talk to. He would go off on tangents at times but that didn't really bother me. Everyone should pass because he provides a study guide worksheet. If you get below a B, you must have never gone to class.
This teacher is different u either like him or u hate him there's no in between.... I hated him to me he was rude and stubborn and I walked away learning absolutely nothing from him but everyones different so I would try taking his class for a couple days see how u like him if u don't drop because u won't learn anything and he'll just make u mad because of all the stupid things he says and does
i liked him ... he like me alot because i wasnt afraid to speak up and give my point of view on topics. for the study guid that he gives get a study group and split the question it makes it so much easier.... this teacher is either u like him or not... theres no in between.. i wish i read the book more so i could dabate him even more but make sure
You NEED to speak up and add your opinions, this is VERY important for a good grade at the end. Nice teacher just be patient. Study guides are exactly like the test, 100 questions turned into 50 question test. Study it or its your own fault! Read your textbook too. Final project- choose something you're actually interested in and its a breeze.
Well as most posters on here have said I'm sure most of them are from the fall 10 semester and yes he does rant about how americans are lazy and dumb and how his son is great but he's also a great teacher if you really pay attention. He does scold people sometimes which makes it feel like a high school class and if you're texting he'll call you out
Dr.Khalil Andecheh is smart, he kNows what us up. Really easy but if you want to get an A participate in the class and ask question about anything. Spcaily politcs.
I took American Social Problems with him and he was great. There was a lot of debate and open discussion, rather than just lecturing. I liked his style of teaching. And yeah he will definitely scold you for texting, but come on! Show some respect to your professors and put the phones away.
Can be a funny guy but also gets tempermental. Very hard to understand the first few weeks because of his heavy accent. Expects alot of from his students but spends a lot of time putting them down. Do well on the homework & read & you should be good. Lectures almost every class & always falls behind. Need to study for tests but not extrememly hard.
No need to go to class.He gives no homework and one paper due.Post online tools.I have had better teachers.He makes it difficult test do not correspond to lecture at all.
AVOID AVOID AVOID! He rants, is disrespectful and doesn't get through any class material during lectures because he gets so caught up in ranting and complaining about politics. Easy class... Not worth the abuse and lack of learning.
Excellent professor! He will help if you ask. Ask questions, talk in class and be involved. He is very passionate about our government and the way our state is being handled. Learn the key terms and understand what the meanings are so you can bring it up in class, he loves that.
Awesome teacher.He makes class fun and enjoyable.This class is not boring at all.He opens your eyes about religion .He is so smart .Highly recommend.
he is VERY disrespectful...dont take him! rants about religions the entire time, and doesnt even have his facts right.
Best professor ever!!!! highly intelligent, educated and caring best of all you will get an easy A he basically gives you a study guide before every test veryyy fair loveeee this guy!
very respectful and amusing not a hard class if you are determined for an "A" if ou do nothing you will get an "F"
Horrible professor is all you need to know.
This professor is very passionate about the subject. Very helpful and his lectures are very interesting. I took his class this fall and was very happy with his syllabus. I recommend this professor.
He's very opinionated. He's very secular and liberal. Personally I loved the class but can see why other might dislike it. Sometimes his political debates or discussions can get in the way of the curriculum... but he always posts comprehensive study guides up on his website, so getting a good grade is not difficult at all. You'll learn if you try.
worst teacher i have ever had do not take him disrespectful and has anger problem talks about religion and himself to much and does not help you at all literally almost everyone failed his class as i saw when he posted up the grades and i think the highest was a C take some one else that will actually teach you and make the class fun
The textbook is key to passing his tests because it provides all the answers on his study guide (which is provided for every test). In every few classes he asks you to answer the chapter questions, which can be found online, and expects you to answer them next class for participating points (which takes a pretty big chunk of your grade).
Honestly, if you need to take sociology then take this professor. He may be hard to understand, and he make be a little grumpy and rude sometimes but he is an easy A. He will give you a study guide for every test, including the midterm and final, and all you have to do is study the terms and the main key points he gives, and you will pass the test.
A great professor, I frequently challenged him and it was entertaining as well as informative. There definitely is a bit of a language barrier but you get used to it, it's not that big of a deal, it teaches you to focus more anyway 10/10
Dr. K is so not what most people are saying. He's really nice plus his class is super easy but fair. You do learn, plus he offers a lot of extra credit and his tests are easy. Do not avoid this professor, seriously. I am halfway through his class.
Getting the grade wise, this class is easy to pass. You don't have to pay attention because he gives you a study guide that is exactly like the test. But the lectures are a drag. And, he can be very disrespectful.
Likes discussion, whether you agree with him or not. He encourages debate and wants you to think. Tests are quite easy - right off the study guide. One term paper, and he'll help you edit it prior to submission. Found him to be a likeable teacher.
In my opinion he is an easy professor. He gives you a study guide that is basically a copy of the test. His lectures can get a little boring, but don't they all? Overall I liked the class.
I like Dr. Andacheh, he is a very smart and knowledgably instructor. He gives a study guide when it comes to tests. Make sure you attend class and study the study guide to pass the class. I enjoyed his class and learned a lot. You need the book 10th is the same as 11th.
Andacheh is a horrible professor. His lectures are boring and super long on top of that his accent is too heavy therefore it is almost impossible to understand. Pointless lessons you will need some heavy caffeine to stay awake. Only reason people like him is because the reviews for the test ARE THE TEST, but good luck finding the answers!!!
He bring up religion a lot. So if u are devoted to ur beliefs, then please watch out.
He lacks the elements those of which make up a teacher good. Lessons are pointless, never really learned anything in his class.
If you are religious or don't believe what he has to say and wasn't too voice your opinion then except him to get angry with you. I've seen him get mad at students plenty of time. No one had respect for him and was an easy class all tests the same and are basically exactly the study guide. He's an antithiest so just do the study guides and you'll A
He's a really awesome teacher! At first I was a little scared of going to his class cause of what people were saying about him, and they were wrong! He's funny and makes class fun! His class is very easy and he helps us a lot! His study guides are practically the same as the test. This semester is almost over and I will miss his class. :(
Boring lectures, goes off topic in lectures. gets mad when students don't participate. :
Boring class!!! every lecture he goes off topic and is really disrespectful. He always get mad when people don't participate in his class.
Horrible teacher. Very disrespectful, only talks about religion and women, goes off topic, gets mad when you ask to make up a test even if you have an emergency and tell him about it. Don't take.
He is a VERY EASY GRADER. GIVES REVIEW GUIDES for tests which are EXACTLY ALIKE. He is opinionated and hard to understand sometimes but he doesn't mean to be rude. Class participation will help your grade. ASK HIM TO CLARIFY- HE WILL!!! Class lectures go off topic but it doesn't matter because the review guide is the same as the test. I love him!
Mr. Andacheh is an extremely compassionate, intelligent person who gives insight to issues we all are facing RIGHT NOW! Sociology is a required class for a reason! He likes debate and participation, so if you are easily offended by opinions other than your own, do us all a favor and don't take him. This is a class for mature students.
Mr. Andacheh is an extremely compassionate, intelligent person who gives insight to issues we all are facing RIGHT NOW! Sociology is a required class for a reason! He likes debate and participation, so if you are easily offended by opinions other than your own, do us all a favor and don't take him. This is a class for students with open minds.
Great Professor. Although, some people have problems with his teaching when it comes to religion, he doesn't hold back when it comes to the problems in religion. If you are strong in your faith watch out. His tests are the exact study guide he gives you. Study that and show up to class.
Literally the worst teacher I have ever had. Do not take. Take class somewhere else. All he does is lectures and he's really hard to understand. Rude teacher.
Literally the worst teacher I have ever had. He's very racist and rude. Would not ever take again
This is the most emberassingly illiterate "professor" i have ever witnessed. He can barely speak english and when you ask him to clarify he will just talk down to you like you're dumb. His lectures rarely stay on topic as he is compelled to preach against religion and capatalism. The guidelines for his final project are emberassingly confusing.
The man is a good person in life. Kudos for him still being there and lecturing hard after his wife passed away and being an instructor as well. Very easy and very helpful. People will complain about him being to broad or too strict. If you remain mellow he will also. His lectures are based on textbook so you can pass like cake. Papers are good.
Huge waste of time and money. He'll read the slide show and then go off on a tangent about something completely unrelated: conspiracy theories and bashing the government, religion, and basically everything he doesn't agree with. Attendance is mandatory, but you could watch Netflix the whole time since the tests are exact replicas of the study guide
I would never take this class again. He is a horrible professor. Getting through 2 slides a class, over talking about religion and politics, and very intimidating. I would never recommend taking this class.
Mr. Andacheh is a great teacher. Their are 4 tests overall, and participation is MANDATORY if you want a good grade! the Study guide is EXACTLY like the test. He has students pick a topic at the end of the semester and do an essay and other work about it. Easy Class, but lack of participation will keep you from getting and even higher grade
Amazing professor. If you enjoy a professor who stimulates discussion and critical thinking, this is your professor. If you easily get offended by different opinions, then take another class, maybe music theory would suit you better. Social sciences tend to be subjective and sociology is no exception. It was a pleasure to be in your class!
This class sucked. If you raise your hand for participation points he's most likely going to ridicule what you say for not being the right answer, or the one he's looking for. It's honestly a pretty easy class, take the tests, show up and write the report, that's all. Stusy guides are pretty much But learning wise- I wish I took a different teacher
He has been the worst professor i've had. Tough grader, and is very harsh on people. He will call you out for the simplest of things and will glare at you. His accent is very difficult to understand and takes any oppurtunity to let you know his country is better. I attended every lecture and studied and barely made it out with a C.
Andacheh is a great teacher! I had him last year and his class was one of, if not the, easiest class I've ever had. His tests are just memorization games; they're EXACTLY like the study guide, so you only need to remember which answer goes with which question. All of his tests are multiple choice and he doesn't assign any homework.
It's a very easy class. I would say attendance isn't mandatory,but there are participation points that are important for your grade. His tests are ridiculously easy if you complete his study guides he provides; they're the exact questions on the tests.
He's a pretty good teacher. He lectures a lot, but he has a pretty mellow class. He does get upset and have strong opinions, but I'm not the kind of person to mind. His study guides are helpful and he requires you read the book. Participation really matters.
Professor wants students to participate but he is not approaching. When you do engage, with an opinion or a question, he doesn't do a good job and often indirectly criticizes you for not understanding. I felt discourage by his method of teaching. He made a simple class difficult because he really doesn't dive deep to help you understand.
Great Professor who is quite knowledgeable in his subject and encourages debate and class discussion. Can be controversial at times especially over religion, but nonetheless a very good professor. Read the book and go over the study guides and you will do very good in this class.
does not help with the class at all. gives work and thats it no more no less.
Andachech was one of the few professors i genuinely liked, he was very clear with his grading criteria. The test is exactly what was on the study guide, lecture is heavy but as long as you show up, you will do fine.
Enjoyed his lectures although they were slightly boring... im no sociology major either, but his class is very upfront. His tests are multiple choice and he provides study guides for all of them, JUST STUDY! and you will pass. He also requires a 10 page paper due at the end of the semester... dont fall behind on this assignment!!
If you get offended easily you need to skip this class, he will state his opinion on subjects that matter, he gets mad when no one participates and when someone does he will question your beliefs until you can back it up with statistics or proof (which is smart) he can come off as mean but I honestly liked him, I don't get offended easily.
I've only been in this class for 2 days, and I already see how indoctrinating this professor is. This class is dangerous for the naive, inexperienced student. He teaches students not to blame themselves for individual failures, but to blame "the system" or something. I'm truly disgusted; teach perseverance instead of teaching "You're a victim."
his accent makes him difficult to understand at times. honestly pretty boring class (soc isnt exactly exciting). you dont have any homework besides a term paper due on finals day & to study for your exams (theres 4). gets angry when you use your phone or dont pay attention. goes on random rants about stuff barely related to the topic.
I took his class in the fall term. Here's the thing about him: you either like him or you don't. His class consisted of lectures explaining the reading chapters and there were regular quizzes and a 10 page research paper. The midterm and final are just like the questions on his quizzes so make sure you read. He is funny, but can become irritated.
I had Mr. Andacheh for Socio 1. His Lectures are not boring at all. There actually very interesting. He enjoys his subject and it shows. But you do have to participate. His Tests are very easy, just complete the study guide and study. Easy A.
I completed his class with an A. He spends 3/4 of the class time on rants about religion and what is wrong with Americans and how wonderful Iran is comparatively. He barely discusses the actual chapters we are tested on, then gets pissed when people do poorly on the test. His grading is clear. He expects participation. He doesn't teach, just rants.
worst teacher Ive ever had. goes on random rants that arent related to the topic. Participation matters a lot if you dont participate you wont pass but when you do, he criticizes you for not having the same views as him. Gets angry about cellphones and got mad at class for leaving to use the restroom said were adults we can hold it for an hour
This Professor is by far the worst professor I have ever had. A. It is hard to understand him when all he does is lecture. B. Whatever he believes is right is right, if you try to debate with him on your opinion he won't even consider your point-of-view and more than likely will just blame it on Trump. I highly recommend to not take this professor.
This professor rants in class you can never mention your opinion on something unless he believes it himself. I tried emailing him a couple of times and he never responded.
He doesn't teach but as long as you have the textbook you will be fine. His lectures are pointless because all he does is rant about topics that have nothing to do with the subjects. Have the textbook and take your own notes and you'll be fine. If you have different views than him be prepared to be singled out constantly.
I am a returning student and Andacheh was my first class coming back after 12 years. I was soo nervous at first but after taking his class I feel more confident than ever. He is very clear on his grading. Attendance and participation are key. His study guide is literally the test except for 10 questions. You don't really need the book.
He seemed to be well traveled, has a lot of knowledge on different regions in the world. Uses a lot of references life references to help you understand the topic at hand. He does speak a lot of Iran and how different it was prior to religion taken over the country. Over all wonderful educator of you pay attention. Take your own notes to understand
Great Professor,in his lectures he does refrence his own life experiences often, as he is well traveled. He speaks of Iran and how great his country use to be prior to the religious take over. His rants are relevant to the topic at had. He has a wealth of knowledge and quick to respond to emails, I had no issue with him accepting my opinion.
He goes off on rants that do not pertain to the topic of the chapter and always talks down on religion and any other view that is not his, thankfully he is retiring so no one will have to deal with him again. if you have a the textbook and do his study guides you will pass with an easy A.
My first impression of him wasn't too great because he proceeded to talk about how American students are highly uneducated and basically called us all stupid. He tends to go on long tangents that make little sense and always criticizes anyone and anything. He does gives you a lot of answers for the exams but does a sign a 10 page paper. Easy A.
His powerpoints are taken directly from the textbook, so you do not need a textbook to pass the class. I didnt use my textbook at all. He gives bonus points for asking questions and commenting on the topics, and even assigns a couple papers to start a discussion. He puts everything on his website so its easy to stay caught up if you are absent.
he spent a lot of time on tangents and on unrelated topics. if you read the text book and study for the tests youll pass easily.
He is difficult to understand at times with many grammatical errors in his notices/assignments and strong accent. He also berates people for using smart phones and computers - not even during, but outside of class! Also claimed that if you're someone who's on a PC often, you are "depressed and want to kill yourself because you are lonely." Wow.
He gives a clear study guide on what will be on the test (literally the test questions) and a essay (8-10pages) thats worth like 30% of your grade so don't lag on it. Other than that great teacher, and an easy A. suggest taking it online though! EXAMS were super easy cause of the study guide he posts!
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