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Mr. Goodman is an excellent instructor

funny teacher, fairly hard suject and tests. Study guides are helpful

Not a very interesting class, but afterall it is a science!

excellent at explaining things....makes things interesting!! awesome professor

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3 tests & 4 small map quizes. If U go to class &do study guides, It's easy!

Mark is an excellent instructor !

Pay attention and take notes. Not a hard class.

Nice guy, tells funny, interesting stories during class. Easy A- gives detailed study guides

Never read any of the book, still got a B. Not a hard class.

Not an easy teacher, but not hard either. Mark was very fair. I got a C and never opened the book, but if you take really good notes and follow his study guides he's not hard. Write down whatever he does and at least you may pass.

he helped me get an A. If i didn't understand any thing he would help me out one on one. Great class and teacher. His jokes are stupid, but that's what makes them funny.

Great teacher, very interesting, very helpful. American students don't want to know anything about the rest of the world so they whine all of the time.Of course you are expected to learn maps and places around the world...its a GEOGRAPHY course!

Easy to follow. Gives a good outline of notes on board. There is a lot of information to remember though.

I got an F the first time I took his class, and as much as I complained, I KNOW I deserved it. I took it again & got a B. Honestly, I learned SO much in his class! He's a great professor. He made me interested in science- JUST RELAX, LISTEN & STUDY!

Goodman's course helped me develope alot of useful skills. I even believe that the skills he taught me are the main reason I have been offered a job as a Geospatial Analyst with a high level federal agency in DC. (HOW'S THAT FOR RESULTS:)

Goodman was one of the most straight-forward teachers I've ever had. His exams are hard, but he lets you know exactly what to study. I also found the class interesting (but I like science a lot)

Mr. Goodman was a great Geography teacher. You can tell he really cares about his students. (those study sessions really help) The class is hard but from what I've heard all Geog. 120's are hard. So work hard and stay organized!

Awesome instructor and lecturer, he definitely knows what he talking about, can't stump him. You will do good on test if you study the guides as you go along in class. DO NOT wait the week before the tests. Also, study the maps he gives.

I loved this class. Mark is organized, easy to understand, and caring. The tests arn't hard, just go to class, answer the study guides for each test and you will do great.

this teacher is funny. the map quizes are easy but the test are extremely hard. make sure you know your diagrams

he is great teacher~he have some review section,so that you no need to worry about the exam,he always answers our questions, he is helpful, just study all the study guide~and do well in map quiz, then you will be fine^^i love this class~

damn good teacher definitely recommend taking him ... one of the few professors at grossmont who actually knows their stuff. hes so good that i just show up, listen to the lecture, never open the book and get a B in the class

Mr. Goodman is a great teacher! Don't believe the whinners...some people jsut don't want to learn. The teacher is interesting and really in to it...yes its challenging, but hey...isn't this degree supposed to mean something? Take him if you are seriou

He is a great teacher. He gives study guides and reviews for tests. You can say he gives you the anwers. Take him VERY MUCH RECOMMENDED

ITS AN EASY CLASS ONLY IF YOU SHOW UP EVERYDAY AND PAY ATTENTION TO THE NOTES. HE MAKE THE SUBJECT FUN

He's a great teacher and he makes the subject way interesting. He is very funny and is always making the class laugh. Even if you're not into geography you should take his class, it's great

Mark Goodman had his moments (calling the syllabus a "portable me," occasionally slipping in a little deadpan humor). But I found his once-a-week class so inundated with information that I had a hard time going home and sorting it all out. Goodman, a little pause once in a while might help.

HIS CLASS CAN BE BORING AND CHALLENGING. BUT JUST DO WELL ON THE MAP QUIZES AND GO TO THE REVIEW SESSION, YOU'LL DO JUST FINE IN HIS CLASS. HIS MAP QUIZES ARE EASY. I FAILED GEOG 120 THE FIRST TIME, THEN I TOOK IT WITH GOODMAN AND I PASSED WITH A "B"

I thought he was a good teacher. All you do in the class is take notes and draw diagrams but if you are interested it's not that bad. He really emphasizes and repeats the important parts and as long as you know the study guide you will pass the tests.

He is a very good teacher. He was always willing to explain me in more detail the parts I didn't understand. His test are very, very hard. Map quizes are easy. Final exam is little easier than the first 2.This class is not easy at all you've to study really hard to get a "C" or "B" but try hard.

Nice guy, but very hard teacher. Map quiz is really easy, but the tests are very difficult even after you study with the study guide. If this is one class you dont really need dont take it.

Well travelled, funny dude. Lecture materials parallel reading and he provides excellent study guide which lays out exam.

Lecture can be fun, lots of wacky touches(character voices,funky languages,and the nutritional values of insects)But You MUST attend class,and study hard for tests by answering most of the study guide DURING HIS LECTURES filling in the blanks from the book. You dont=you won't do well on exams.

this class was alright. i was just there to get a GED for STATE. if you like to memerize A LOT of information, take this class. DON'T MISS A CLASS. I EMPHASIZE THAT STRONGLY. gives extensive notes that'll be covered for the test.

the problem with this class is that there isnt enough possible points. you do bad on the exam, your screwed. the exams are hard! i studied pretty hard and got a C! Hes a nice/funny person. I like his personality a lot..he just needs to give students more possible points.

Hey hey Hey People! Don't misunderstand of Mr. Goodman in bad way! Geog. 120 is the very hard class. Even though you took the class by any teacher, you would struggle. If you did not like the class, may not because of Mr. Goodman. He is the great teacher!!

I learned so much! If you're at school to actually become a more intelligent person, and not just so you can still live at you parent's house, this is a great class. The tests are very hard, but they're always on exactly what he covered in class. Also, he usually has study sessions before each test if you need extra help. GREAT CLASS!

If you want to take this class beware of the diagrams. You draw more crazy diagrams than you write note and you have to memorize them. The class is hard. 10 map quizzes and 3 hard tests(with essay questions). But Goodman was funny, he actually made this class (which isn't that interesting) fun. But he's kind of a jerk.

Mr. Goodman is hilarious. Geography is boring, of course. But if you take him it wont be half as bad. It is a hard class, but I slacked off. Overall, I really liked him.

Mr. Goodman is a really good teacher but his tests/quizzes are EXTREMELY HARD! Dont miss a class and/or start to doze off because you'll miss something very important.

Professor Goodman is an intelligent teacher and knowledgable. He knows his materials very well. He is taugh when it comes to exams, but reading the book and listening to his lectures will clear things and at the end of the semester the world of geography will make more sense. this is not an easy class for those who are lazy. I racommend him to A St

He kinda sounds like Kermit the Frog, knows his stuff. This class would be better if he included his students in it; there so no participation, only lecture. Three hours of lecture can be numbing.

Not the easiest class but if you show up for every lecture and take good notes, you can pass and you'll learn A LOT!

He was very organized, and knows what he is talking about. Loves to see students outside of class. I didn't know geography was so interesting. Its more than maps, way more.

Funny guy. Take notes daily. Most of info from tests are outlined in his lectures. Gives weekly map quizzes, which can definetly make or break your grade. Makes geography as interesting as possible.

Extremely organized and knows his stuff. Throws in light humor to keep a seemingly dull subject interesting. Exam content is thoroughly lectured on in class. Class not mandatory but necessary in getting a passing grade. Weekly map quizzes are intimidating at first but good studying habits make this class easier than expected and quire reasonable.

Kinda boring but fair. Tests are not extremely hard but you do have to study. Make sure to study for weekly map quizzes. Not hard if you work for your grade.

Mr Goodman is very interesting, knowlegable and enthusiastic about his subject. If you come to class, take good notes, and study for the quizes and tests you will pass the class. His test are not easy. if fact the true/false portions are the most difficult part. He is a good teacher and if you are a good student you will pass his class.

He's very enthusiastic about the subject, so it helps make the class more interesting, even if his jokes are...different. This class is somewhat difficult, you just have to put the effort into studying. Map quizzes are easy points! I thought he was very nice guy and I would recommend him, just be prepared and start the study guides early!

Mr. Goodman is an excellent teacher. I appreciate how well organized his lectures are. The map quizzes force you to learn the geography of our world. It takes a lot of time to do all the coloring and reading in the map book, but the material is really interesting and worth the effort. Geo 120 is mostly about weather - dry but interesting.

very helpful

Mr. Goodman is a good teacher. He maps the entire semester to keep the material content moderate and able to take in with other classes. He makes himself available to those who would like extra help. You have to know what learning styles work best for you and not be afraid to ask teachers for advise, even subject matters outside their own.

Gives a handout of the slides that he shows to scribble notes on. Quizzes every week, tests every 4-6 (three total). Nice guy. Hands out study packets for questions on the test. I busted my ass, got an A. It can be done. Expects you to work and pay attention, both fair requests. Find a few people to study/note exchange with, helps a lot. Good class

Cult Geog. Goodman's style is to lecture all period long. Drop dead boring. No papers, presentations, or projects to do either. Just copy down notes for the multiple choice, T/F, short answer exams and the ever-popular map quizzes (anyone know or care where the Kyzylkum desert is?). Skip this class and just read the book in your spare time.

Mr. Goodman is an outstanding instructor. He is actually one of the few best and fun professors I've ever had. But it's very important that you attend every lecture and take good notes. Write down everything he says because it becomes helpful for the study guides. He will go over the study guide in class.The true/false questions on the exams are a

Professor Goodman is great. He has lived and travelled around the world and really knows his stuff. His lectures are very well organized and relevant. It's important to attend class, pay attention, and take notes (if you want to do well). I've seen him in office hours and he was incredibly helpful. Take if you want to learn more about the world.

Goodman is super duper strange. He almost seemed determined to make every student bust their ass just to pass. I felt like he was kind of mean to me on purpose, but I ended up with an A ? This class is by no means an easy grade...all lecture, no book, and you better remember every detail...every detail ?...YES...EVERY DETAIL

This is a tough class but hey its college. I worked really hard and got a B+ so getting a good grade in this class is possible. While this is not my major I found alot of the lectures interesting. I also found Mr. Goodman to be very helpful when I asked him questions. My opinion is that he doesn't tolerate slackers!

Mark is a very smart guy. His class is definitely not one to breeze through, but it's not one that'll take your life away. I thought he had a great sense of humor as well. Take notes, including EVERY example he gives you that's not on his notes. Map quizzes are very straight forward. I got a B in the class, he's an awesome teacher for the subject.

I took his class and ended up with an F. His class is VERY hard and you must pay close attention to every single detail he mentions. Very smart guy, and a nice guy, but if you want a good grade, I highly recommend taking another class! I went in interested in the subject, and left very uninterested.

Do yourself a favor and don't take geography. Seriously, it's about as uninteresting as humanly possible.

He is a good teacher. I never opened the book, just study his notes and study a map, and i got an A. pretty easy, just don't be lazy. Goodman is a good teacher. enjoyed the class. AND it was my first semester in college and i was taking 18 units.

He is an excellent teacher!It is true that his class has a lot of stuff to learn. However, that's what we chose this class for (Except you just want to get a good score without knowing anything). He is very helpful to students who ask him questions. So feel free to ask him questions, he'll answer your question patiently if he has time.

I studied hard and got a B+. My advice is to see him during office hours. I did not at first and my grade suffered. After I went to his office hours and talkd to him about the material I did much better on exams. A great professor but has high expectations of his students.

He was a GREAT lab teacher! He was so much fun and had so much enthusiasm! I loved him and his class! I got an easy A!

Great Professor. It helps to be more involved in the class. He will help you, but it up to you to go to him and get the help. Highly recommended.

I LOVED this teacher! Yes he is hard and he gives you a lot of material to study from but if you do the work you will do well. I'm honestly amazed that people didn't like him. He gives extra credit, lets us use our notes AND told us word for word a lot of what was on the tests. Basically you just need to work for your grade.

He is wonderful. I took him for lab. He is so helpful and funny. I would definitely suggest taking him!

Professor Goodman is a really good teacher. He doesn't spoon feed his students, but he is passionate about what he teaches. You should take copious notes and understand them. I decided to become a geography major because of this class. I passed, barely, but it was well worth the hard work.

Goodman is a great teacher, engaging, funny, and not boring at all. The problem was the tests, which are ludicrously hard. You have to almost record his lectures to be able to get the information you need for the tests. The book is next to useless, I've found maybe 20 answers in it that I needed over the course of the whole semester. The tests kill

Professor Goodman made geography lab easy and interesting. His lectures were straightforward and his outlines on what was expected in each class were very clear. He's there to help you after class and during office hours.

Professor Goodman's physical geography lab class was great. He started each lab by going over what we would be doing and then he helped us along the way. If you ever got stuck on something he was available to clarify and keep you on track. There were also opportunities for extra credit. I got a great grade (A)and now know more about the local area.

He looks like Despicable Me. And steve carrel. But hes a smart teacher and explains things well. Classes arent very interesting and homework is steady through the whole semesters. Some tests were challenging. Very passable class though.

This class turned out to be way better than I thought. Mr. Goodman made a boring class fun and interesting and he gave lots of extra credit and gave us practice exams before the real ones which helped alot for the real ones which were open notes and hes been like everywhere. Kinda cute in a funny way

Great cooperation between team teachers - very helpful

One of the most enjoyable classes I've taken. Professor Goodman is great to take geography from as he's lived and worked and travelled around the world and he's very helpful. Show up to lecture and take really good notes and you'll pass. Exams are open note! There were extra credit stuff too. I feel like I learned a lot and now want to go travel.

Great class. Take Prof Goodman for this class.

Mr Goodman is super funny so lectures were enjoyable. He presents a lot of information but hands out copies of his powerpoints along with study guides. No textbook required. All exams open notes! Extra credit too. I was worried about this class but ended up doing well. He is also very helpful (even gave me a scantron when I forgot one).

This class was difficult, mainly because I'm not great with the GIS program but you will learn everything you need to know before each project. The professors are always there to help and they are very understanding. I would highly recommend this class.

I took Professor Goodman's Geog-121 lab class and he is amazing! Hilarious and really passionate about his class and material. Thoroughly enjoyed his lecture style and open note tests!

One of the best professors ever! I would have him as a professor again ever!

Professor Goodman is a no-nonsense, straight-to-the-point instructor. He takes care to enhance his lessons by incorporating parts of his past experiences in different regions of the world into his lectures and he has a lot of fascinating/funny stories to tell--it makes the class more interesting! Be accountable in class and you will pass.

Absolutely love professor Goodman, he is an amazing teacher. He is hilarious. You wont regret taking his class.

Took the lab in person so it was easier- gave a lot of extra credit and honestly most of his exams/labs are found online if you search them up beforehand. The extra credit he gave was pretty nice- he just isn't really accessible outside of class and would take a while to grade stuff.

Professor Goodman is hilarious and passionate. The class is lecture-heavy but manageable with the open-note tests and Unstuck study as a helpful study tool. Definitely worth taking.

Goodman was so caring and if you were falling behind he would give you the opportunity to sit in another lecture and get a better grade. He was always there to help answer any questions you may have had. Highly recommend, just be sure to bring your own exam materials for the final!