4.0

Leslie Dean

Geography - Riverside City College

4.0
Quality
2.1
Difficulty
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Would Retake
91
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4.0
Quality
2.1
Difficulty
3.9
Helpful
4.0
Clarity

100%

Would Retake

91

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Rating Distribution
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What Students Say

No hw & study guides are same as tests and answers are on Quizlet

GEG1 - 5.0 rating

Attendance isn't mandatory

GEO1 - 3.0 rating
Class Info

Attendance Mandatory

17%

Textbook Required

88%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

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Predicted Grade

A-

95% confidence
Based on 16 grades
Most common grades:
B (7)
A (5)
A+ (3)
Grade Distribution
A(8)B(7)C(0)D(0)F(0)A-/B+(1)
Based on 16 reported grades
B: 7
A: 5
A+: 3
B+: 1
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GEOGRAPHY1

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GEG6

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GEGGEG

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GEG1L

5.0

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GEG4271

5.0

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Reviews (91)
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GEG1
Feb 20, 2004

MR. Dean is a good professor, a real nice guy. He makes geography fun, and has many jokes that make you laugh. If you use the website with practice questions for test and take good notes which include his examples, you should do just fine in his class.

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GEOGRAPHY
May 4, 2004

Les Dean is a great teacher. His sense of humor makes the class enjoyable when he's going through the material. Wants students to suceed and will inform students of online quizzes that will help on the tests. does not preach like other crazy instructors

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GEG1
May 8, 2004

He's a cool guy that is very funny and cracks a lot of jokes in class. He's pretty mellow and he is very comfortable with the material he teaches. He is kinda difficult and his tests can be hard but I think he's a good teacher.

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GEG1
Nov 18, 2004

While Mr. Dean has a PAST reputation as being funny, the joke is on us. I along with MANY other students felt that he was EXTREMELY UNHELPFUL and so ready to retire. He seems to enjoy making fun of students, has a temper, is condecending, and his tests are NOT easy for all. He doesn't like his job!

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GEG1
Nov 22, 2004

He's a nice guy, but his tests are pretty tough.

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GEOGRAPHY
Dec 26, 2004

he is cool and he makes a joke occasionally!

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GEOGRAPHY1
Feb 19, 2005

All you have to do is study the online tests and pass with an A.

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GEOGRAPHY1
Mar 22, 2005

Dean is an awesome teacher will do anything to help you out. Since his tests are very difficult, his great sense of humor makes this class very challenging but very funny at the same time. However, he offers a lot of extra credit. He knows the material very well making this class very educational.

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GEOGRAPHYLAB
Jun 19, 2005

Professor Dean is a good teacher. The best advice is to work with other students. Both the lab and class are challenging. You have to stay on top of your work. He does drop the lowest two scores and offers extra credit but the extra credit doesn't help your grade that much. He's a nice guy but the lectures are boring.

2.0
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PHYSGEOGLAB
Jun 29, 2005

Mr. Dean is a nice guy, but his lectures are unclear. Be prepared to ask for help and to restate your question several times before getting a helpful answer. Use the internet quizes. I got an A, but I didn't learn a whole lot.

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GEOGRAPHY5
Jul 12, 2005

He is a great teacher he knows a lot about the weather and climate. If u want to past the class u should study the quiz on his web site and memoize the questions and the answer and take good note

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HARD
Sep 9, 2005

Nice man; however, it is time for him to retire.HE did not explain the chapter.Everyone is not familar with the earth. The class was hard.

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PHYSGEOG
Sep 16, 2005

here is the key folks: print the quizes for the book online and study for them! He takes all of his tests from that. I failed the first test (and I never fail tests) and aced the rest once I figured out the trick!

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GEO1
Sep 19, 2005

easy class. He is a very nice man, likes to help and the material is not that hard. study the materials on the internet, take lab and study the materials that he gives you, you will get an A.

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GEG1
Oct 3, 2005

kind of cocky... one time he lectured the exact same thing twice, seriously word for word.

3.0
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GEOG1
Dec 12, 2005

His tests were difficult for most of the students; the key to good grades in his class is to read the book and not just rely on lectures. He is a humourous and enthusiastic teacher. He seems like a smart guy who wants to be your friend more than your superior.

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GEG1
Jan 26, 2006

he is sooooo freakin sweet and is very helpful, but his tests were hard..the key is to just draw his little diagrams and memorize the glossary from the web site on the back of the book, and u are garenteed an A

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GEO1
Aug 31, 2006

Dean is a cool guy. He's really nice but his classes are boring. All you have to do is study the practice test online and you should pass. All the tests are from the online practice tests. You really don't even have to go to class. He never takes roll and his lectures arn't on the test.

3.0
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GEG1
Sep 8, 2006

He is a sweet guy but he is boring. His lectures almost have nothing to do with whats on the tests. Study the practice tests online but still do not expect a high grade on the tests. However, he usually curves so you can get an A in the class but you will have to study. I think there were 7 tests in all and he offered a little extra credit.

4.0
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GEOG1
Dec 17, 2006

Prof. Dean is such a sweet guy, bu boring as heck. He is very knowledgeable about his field of study, and had I been interested in geography i would have learned alot from him. It is a easy grade read the book and take the practice test online because the greater majority of the test is drawn from the online material.

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GEOG1
Sep 2, 2007

On the positive side, he's very nice and approachable. On the negative side, his lectures are very dull and have absolutely NOTHING to do with the exams. Basically, you'll need to memorize the textbook if you want to get a passing grade. Also, he often acts like a wannabe stand-up comedian. Sometimes he's funny, but mostly he's just annoying.

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GEO1
Dec 18, 2007

Professor Dean is great! He's funny, lenient, and not a stickler. He will help you if you ask him. His tests aren't easy but they're not hard either-- look at the online resources!! The lab isn't too hard and he will pretty much give you the answers if you ask for them. Tests are based entirely on coursework. Great professor <3 :)

5.0
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GEO1
Jan 23, 2008

Professor Dean had to be my favorite teacher last semester.The lecture class is slightly harder than the lab,and the lab is ridiculously easy.Lecture grade is based off exams only,lab is off of the daily labs and exams.Lecture tests are pretty tough,lab exams are straight from the labs themselves. Easy classes, great professor.

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GEOLAB
Jun 10, 2008

hes a really nice guy easy to get along with just very sweet... all you need to do is study the labs before an exam and you'll pass his class not hard at all...

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GEO1
Jun 22, 2008

He is a real nice guy easy to talk with. Just study off of the study questions and you will get an A.

5.0
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GEG6
Aug 21, 2008

A really good teacher, helps you with somethings you don't understand. He likes to crack jokes. Textbook use is medium, its helpful to have it especially for the tests. Overall, a good teacher and I would recommend him to anyone.

3.0
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GEG1
Nov 17, 2008

Test are a breeze. He gives you study guides and it makes the test real easy.

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GEO1
Nov 20, 2008

Dean's class consists strickly on exams only. Do not read the book... it's a waste of time! Go to the website in back of the 7th edition book or ask him for the site and study the sample quizzes. He curves big too! As for the lab, simply study the lab exercises done in class; do this in both of these classes and you will pass.

2.0
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GEO1
Dec 11, 2008

Dont take Dean for an evening class. He teaches it completly different then during the day, its harder. And the website is no longer providing sample tests and study guides. So you are on your own! I had to fight for a B! Good luck with Dean!

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GEG1
Dec 18, 2008

Test every week, I had to study my butt off in order to pass his tests. You will learn a lot but believe me you will study a lot also. All tests no homework, the class average was a c. Like the previous post I also had to fight for a B.

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GEG1
Dec 20, 2008

This class had it's easy and not so easy points. Quizzes every class, no homework, no midterm or final. The information isn't all that interesting which makes studying hard. I barely managed a B. Professor Dean is very nice and helpful, overall I enjoyed his class.

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GEOG1
Feb 16, 2009

He's a nice guy! He tries so hard to make everyone laugh, it's kinda funny! All and all he seems like he's a cool dad and he's a pretty cool professor. I recommend him to anyone!

4.0
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GEG1
Feb 24, 2009

He is a nice and helpful teacher. Just study the study guide he give before test and you could get an A in his class.

5.0
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GEG1
May 13, 2009

He is a great teacher, always throwing in some fun facts or funny stories to help you remember things. As long as you go everyday and read the book, it is an easy A. It is so easy it's ridicules, only if you don't study youmight have a problem.

5.0
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GEO1
Jun 6, 2009

One of the greats, I read the material before classes and take notes from his lectures everything he says will be on the tests. He offers extra credit. I enjoyed the class will see you this summer professor I am taking the lab. I learned a lot!

5.0
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GEGGEG
Jun 15, 2009

Mr. Dean was a great teacher I thought. He gives handouts which he says you can study by to pass the test. If you want A's on test then you have to read the book, if you want c's and b's then just study the handout's and terms from the book. He grades on a big curve, gives extra credit if you want it. Fun teacher, I recommend his class.

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GEG1
Jul 14, 2009

I recommend Les Dean for the class and lab. Listen, take notes, read, and use his study guide for tests and you?ll do great. Very knowledgeable (has taught this subject at RCC for many, many years) and he makes the class interesting and fun. After he teaches you how earth works you won't waste water or look at rocks/mountains the same way again.

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GEO1
Nov 26, 2009

Great Teacher!! If i could have him for a teacher for every subject i would! It isn't easy for an A, but it also isn't hard. You would really have to be a screw up to do badly. Great person with a great personality. I will miss him as my teacher.

5.0
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GEG1
Dec 22, 2009

Good teacher. Makes the class easy for you to pass.

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GEG1L
Dec 22, 2009

Good Teacher. Textbook is a little hard. But otherwise, class is easy.

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GEG1
Dec 24, 2009

easiest class i've ever taken. sometimes i wouldn't even show up to class for 3 weeks at a time. still easily pulled an A. no hw, no midterm, no final. 5 tests spread out through semester, emails you a study guide to each test that is identical to the test. curves each test. drops lowest test score. and offers xc! he's beggin you to get an A.

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GEO1
Jan 3, 2010

he is a chil teacher, he doesnt take roll but its easier to pass his test if you do but you dont have too. i missed alot of classes and got an A but that is because i worked hard on his study guides. i even bought the wrong book so i basically used the internet and the little notes i did take but it would have made life easier with both

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GEG1
Feb 12, 2010

Instr. Dean is awesome. i wished more instructor was like him. he made class enjoyable. took him for winter both lecture and lab (735-12) enjoyed his class so much that surprisingly i never missed a class considering it was so early. received an A in the class. i recommend you take him, go to class and take notes, read your text book and study.

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GEG1
Apr 30, 2010

I'm not sure why anyone would say he's easy. Yes, he gives a study guide, but it has nothing to do with the test. I'm not quite sure why he gives it. He's a nice guy, but not very helpful, he won't give you a straight answer to a yes or no question. The other Geography professors have horrible ratings, so I guess this is your only option.

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GEG1
Jun 10, 2010

In response to the last post about L. Dean's study guide having no connection to the test--this is not true. The study guide IS the test. L. Dean is a wonderful, helpful professor that takes time to help his students and treats them as equals rather than 'students.' Take him!

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GEO1
Jun 11, 2010

When it comes to character, Mr Dean is a great guy; however, when it comes to teaching, I'm afraid I cant say the same. He barley writes anything on the board or emphasizes any key concepts you should know for the test. If you're the kind of person who just wants the units and doesn't mind regurgitating the study guide then go for it.

5.0
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GEG1
Jul 13, 2010

Super easy class - read chapter prior to attending class, listen to lecture, take exams (STUDY GUIDEs ARE THE EXAM). There are no assignments. In regards to asking the professor questions on the study guide, he is not going to place it in your lap.

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GEO1
Aug 3, 2010

Les Dean is a great professor. Hes very nice and his class is super easy. You don't really have to show up or take notes for an A, all you need is the study guide because it is almost exactly the same as the test. There is no homework, all you have to do is take the test, and he drops the lowest test too. Take this class its so easy and enjoyable!

4.0
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GEG5
Dec 13, 2010

He's a really nice guy, but his class is a bit dull. He tries to make up for that and cracks jokes and understands that not many people are interested in the material. He cares about his students and I'd definitely take him again!

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GEG1
Feb 9, 2011

Really nice and sweet professor, he does crack jokes. Attendance is unnecessary for lecture, book--useful for study guides. Lab, attendance is necessary due to the worksheets. The last two or three tests, he changes so it's not the exact study guide but still pretty easy! I'd take him again.

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GEG5
Apr 9, 2011

Prof Dean is SO sweet and SO easy. You don't have to go to class to get an A. Respect him, and you will be on his good side.

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GEOG1
Apr 20, 2011

soooo boooriinngggg!!! rate my professor said he is easy...he is not easy!!

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GEGH1
May 18, 2011

I took this teacher for Geography and the lab. He was very boring! He does not take attendance for the lecture class you just need to show up for the test. He emails you the powerpoints he uses in lecture. The lab wasnt really easy and he had an attitude everytime I asked a question.

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GEG1
Jun 11, 2011

Great teacher!! You dont have to attend the lecture class but it pays off if you do. All you have to do is show up and study the study guides he emails and you can pass the class. Any one who can pass this class is lazy. It is science so it is not the most exciting class but good.

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PHS5
Jun 23, 2011

Pro. Dean is a great professor. He made the course enjoyable. He has a great sense of humor and he is very helpful. I took him for Physical science 1. I am not a science person at all, but his lectures and power points are very clear and self explanatory. He gives study guides for all exams! Highly recommended!

5.0
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GEG4271
Jul 18, 2011

This professor is great! He give powerpoints and emails you them along with study guides which have questions that will be on the test! As long as you pay attention and do the study guides you will do well! Loved being in his class and hope to take him again.

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GEG2
Jul 26, 2011

He was a standard professor- he's not very engaging and class was rather boring. Very easy though, he gives you powerpoints on the info he covers and sends a review which you will find very helpful *wink wink. He is really nice though- you can miss a day and still have a good grade in the class. He is helpful and overall, not a bad class.

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GEO1
Jul 31, 2011

Mr. Dean was a really laid back professor!! Some people think he's soooo boring, but to me he's cool! Not really engaging, definitely not difficult at all. He emails you power points as well as study guides! *Thumbs Up*

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GEG1LAB
Dec 29, 2011

This professor knows his stuff, and does not shove material down your throat. The lectures are helpful and engaging. Make sure you have the book, for you will be doing book worksheets. Try not to miss class, and once you finish your in class work sheet you go home! He will let you know a week in advance what sheets you will be doing next. AWESOME!!

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GEG1
Dec 29, 2011

Lectures are extremely comprehensive, if you have questions with material he is more that happy to help you. Yes he does email you the powerpoints/notes and gives you a DETAILED study guide for exams. Study and show up for class and you'll do great

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GEG1
Jan 3, 2012

Very easy course! Provides a study guide for the exams which has the exact same questions as the exam. If you're not a science person, but need if for deneral ed units, I totally recommend him.

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GEOG1L
Jun 8, 2012

Great geography teacher. Dry humor but enjoyable. Keeps on tract and gives study guides. Exam are on current material. Final is not cumulative. Class was enjoyable.

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GEO1
Jun 11, 2012

Very laid back teacher. Made you feel welcome and had a very dry sense of humor. Does not like people walking in front of him during lecture (but will make a joke out of it). Study guides not ALWAYS like the test, but close. Enjoyed taking him.

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GEG5
Jul 26, 2012

He was funny and made the class interesting. He gives you a practice test that is EXTREMELY helpful. If you can do the practice test you can pass the class. He also offers extra credit which is helpful.

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GEOG1
Jul 27, 2012

Professor Dean is an awesome teacher. If you sh0w up to class, take notes and study the study guides he gives out . you will pass the class. The study guide is not exactly like the test but it gives you an idea of what the main points on the test will be about so make sure you read the sections that those questions can be found in.Great class!

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GEG1
Dec 24, 2012

What a great class! What a great Professor! If you do the study guides - you will do fine! The Lab class is mandatory attendence!

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PHS5
Dec 31, 2012

he gives you all of the power points covered during lecture via email. his tests are easy because it is very similar to the practice tests that he sends you 2 weeks before every test. he tries to make the lecture fun even when the class does not want to interact. he makes jokes all of the time during lecture and is fairly entertaining.

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GEG1
Jan 7, 2013

EXCELLENT CLASS! Professor is funny and entertaining. The class is fun and the time just flies by. He is fair and extremely, extremely helpful. You will love this class. I would definitely sign up to take another class with him.

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GEG1H
Jan 7, 2013

You learn a lot. Super easy. SUPER EASY A. Take him if you want to learn and pass without stress. Midterms and Final are REPLICAS of the study guide. You have no reason not to pass his class with flying colors. Not only is it easy, but he is a wonderful professor and truly loves his job.

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PHS5
Jan 22, 2013

You dont have to go to class but make sure you do independent study then, read the textbook and do the homework. Tests are easy, class is easy, teacher is very knowledgeable and will give you chances for extra credit and answer all questions

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GEG1
Jun 3, 2013

One of the BEST professors I have ever had. Do need to study for the tests and would definitely recommend getting the book for his class. He does send out power points and pre-study guides but if you want an A I would suggest you study and attend class. You can take the lab class as well, is really good.

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PHS5
Jun 6, 2013

Great professor, makes it easy to get an A, as long as you go over the notes and finish the study guide. Attendance isn't mandatory and your grade depends on the tests. Would definitely recommend him.

5.0
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PHS5
Jun 10, 2013

Easiest class ever! Highly recommend him! Do the study guide learn the material on it and you'll get an A in the test, 3 exams plus the final !! Easy easy easy!

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GEG1
Jan 7, 2014

Love the professor. Love the class. Love geography. Can't ask for a better professor, seriously.

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GEG1
Feb 13, 2014

Super easy class. No reason why you should get lower than a B seriously! He emails you the powerpoints he goes over in class. Plus, He gives you a study for guide that has all the answers for the test, if you do the study guide you will pass. Super easy!

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GEG1
Grade: B
Jun 13, 2014

Super easy class. I attended less than half of the classes. Just studied the study guide for the test and I got a B overall. If you want to learn something, don't take his class. Want an easy class? Take him.

3.0
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GEG1
Grade: B
Jul 5, 2014

I agree with the rest of the reviews. You'll learn if you attend class but after spring break I never showed up only on test dates and aced them all. Just memorize the study guide because its the exact same thing as the test There are written questions and I always skipped those hence the B. Super easy!

5.0
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GEG1
Grade: B
Jan 21, 2015

Professor dean is awesome. I wish he was my grandpa. Hes very clear in his material and emails you the study guides. Tests are pretty easy if you memorize the study guide. Easy B

5.0
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GEO1
Grade: A
Feb 14, 2015

Dr. Dean is a great instructor. He really loves the subject he teaches. He does email out the study guild for the exams and lecture PowerPoints. If you want an A be sure to study the guild, because he switches enough of the questions around to find out who did more than just memorize the study guild. Awesome class!!

3.0
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GEG1
Grade: A+
Feb 16, 2015

INCREDIBLY EASY!!!! JUST STUDY THE STUDY GUIDE AND YOUR GUARANTEED AN A+. I think I only went to half of all lectures and i never paid attention easy A+, but I also skimed through the chapters before test, so atleast an hour of good study and you'll be fine.

4.0
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GEG1H
Grade: A
Feb 17, 2015

Seriously one of the best looking professors and inspirational figures on campus.

5.0
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GEG1HL
Grade: A
May 7, 2015

This professor breaks down the material thoroughly. You will learn about the subject and understand the topic. A very relaxed professor and is always sneaking in jokes here and there. Friendly person and as long as you pay basic attention you will be alright.

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GEG1
Grade: B+
Jul 5, 2015

the test are so close to the study guides. I would say its easy B not easy A. if you don't read the chapters and study your study guide you will get a B. his lab is super easy because he helps you if you needed help.

5.0
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GEG6
Grade: A
Jul 13, 2015

As long as you do the study guides he sends out, then you should pass with a B. The only problems you may have on the tests would be the essay parts. Otherwise easy class and he's pretty funny. (For GEG-6 there also was a map portion of the test)

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11L
Grade: A
Jul 27, 2015

Great class! Took it over winter. Do the lab work (fairly easy workbook that you can work on with classmates). Study for the tests (4 of them and drops lowest score). Lab tests based directly off of lab homework sheets. Gives study guides for tests. Textbook useful for studying!

3.0
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GEO1
Grade: B
Sep 15, 2015

Attendance isn't mandatory. He lectures but that doesn't really matter, he emails you study guides which are the exact replicas of the exams. It's a easy B course. I only went to class when we had exams.

5.0
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GEG1
Grade: A+
Dec 23, 2015

Astounding professor who is passionate about the subject he teaches. During his lectures he makes a lot of jokes. Also took his Lab and passed both with an A. He had 4 exams (including the final), but drops the lowest score. So if u have an A, no need to take the final. Just memorize the Study Guides and you'll be fine. Definitely take him!!!

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GEG5
Grade: B
Jan 19, 2016

even though the subject was not that interesting to me since it wasn't really my major i am glad i had it with this professor he was clear and easygoing which made it a very enjoyable experience. the best part was that it fills a GE requirement so i did not have to take a hard physical science class.

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GEG1
Grade: B
Feb 19, 2016

Super easy. I never even bought the textbook and I had the class in winter and I only showed up to class one day out of the week and on test days. I got a B and I definitely could have gotten an A but he drops the lowest test score and I decided just to not take my final test. No hw & study guides are same as tests and answers are on Quizlet .com.

3.0
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GEG2
Grade: A+
Jun 11, 2016
Would take again

Didnt show up for last 3rd of semester and skipped final and got an A. If you dont get atleast a B in this guy's courses you should drop out and settle for fast food work.

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PHS5
Grade: B
Jul 17, 2016
Would take again

4 multiple choice test(including final), lowest score dropped. He emails the PowerPoint lectures, but u have to go to class to get homework (usually 1page worksheet). U won't pass class without homework. I googled the answers, but for those that u can't find, apparently there is a book on reserve in the library. Gives a study guide for each test.

Class Info

Attendance Mandatory

17%

Textbook Required

88%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

A-

95% confidence
Based on 16 grades
Most common grades:
B (7)
A (5)
A+ (3)
Grade Distribution
A(8)B(7)C(0)D(0)F(0)A-/B+(1)
Based on 16 reported grades
B: 7
A: 5
A+: 3
B+: 1
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