4.0

Mark Gunderson

Reading - Citrus College

4.0
Quality
1.7
Difficulty
87%
Would Retake
89
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4.0
Quality
1.7
Difficulty
4.0
Helpful
4.1
Clarity

87%

Would Retake

89

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What Students Say

“Doesn't take much to pass, just keep up with the homework”

ENGLISH099 - 4.0 rating

“Seriously, this professor was terrible”

READ19 - 1.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

67%

Textbook Required

50%

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Grade Distribution
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Based on 42 reported grades
A: 16
A+: 10
B+: 5
C: 3
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Caring (9)
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Reviews (89)
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READ99
Aug 2, 2005

had a easy time and i contributed everyday told me i had an A going into the final also said i did not need to worry but he gave me a B he lied dont trust him i worked 2 hard all semester and was the only person to talk in his class give me more credit

5.0
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ENGLISH101
Oct 5, 2005

A good, easy class. Intimidation: non-existant!

5.0
1.0
READING019
Oct 25, 2005

His class in so easy just show up and take the test and youre guaranteed to pass!

5.0
1.0
READING19
Oct 25, 2005

He is an awesome guy. Show up to class, do the work, and you are guaranteed to get a good grade.

5.0
1.0
READ99
Nov 17, 2005

Neutral But Fun. Read The Chapter Books!!! If he tells you to read out of the textbook, don't waste your time unless if there is writing involved.

5.0
1.0
READ099
Dec 15, 2005

he is extreamly boring, but if you take this class on a one time a week basis you should make it through supper easy do your work. little to no work for this class and just finnish it!

5.0
1.0
READING99
Dec 20, 2005

Really easy, good class for begginers very boaring if you finished english 101,teaches very basic stuff, you dont even need to read or do anything to pass the test with an A.

5.0
1.0
READING40
Jan 8, 2006

oh my god this is like the easiest teacher ever!! he's very helpful too and even though his class is too easy, you learn a lot from it.

4.0
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READ99
Mar 20, 2006

easygoing, nice man. not difficult

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READ040
Jul 19, 2006

the worst teacher ever. he doesnt know how to teach. if you get an A in the class, and atthe final you dont get an A. he doesnt help you with your grades. very bad teacher and i do NOT reccomend him

2.0
1.0
READ099
Aug 23, 2006

this guy is mean but and easy A

5.0
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READI99
Sep 20, 2006

GOOD TEACHER VERY HELPFUL

3.0
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READ019
Dec 4, 2006

he needs to spend more time teaching instead of us doing book work by our seleves i did not learn any thing

5.0
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READI040
May 10, 2007

he is easy to get along.Great teaching style.he a cool teacher.

3.0
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READ99
May 21, 2007

This class is easy but very boring. he is nice guy. I wish he will teaching more in the class instead taking about song.

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READ40
Sep 7, 2007

It's...easy to pass with a A or B. He do lots of team work, and attend signing paper, book report and re-take quiz. He is a nice guy, but not good at teaching.

4.0
1.0
READ99
Apr 3, 2008

He is sooooo easy, nice and laid back....

5.0
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RD99
Jul 17, 2008

Great teacher! If you need to take a reading class i highly suggest you take the easy way out in his class..... its all book work and test are so easy

5.0
1.0
READ099
Jul 24, 2009

This guy is kind of bafoonish but overall an easy class.

2.0
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RE040
Jul 30, 2009

very boring professor.

2.0
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READI40
Aug 30, 2009

easiest teacher ever- doesn't seem to know answers beyond what he teaches - usually very boring

5.0
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READ040
Dec 1, 2009

WAY easy!! it can be boring at times unless u make friends (which i suggest!) its an easy A as long as u read, tests are easy as well.

5.0
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READ040
Dec 3, 2009

This teacher is really awesome, i mean he lets you turn s**t in whatever time of the semester. He tells you to do the book but doesn't even check. It's helpful to do the book tho...Really easy reading teacher. Imma take for reading 99

4.0
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ENG40
Mar 2, 2010

GOOD TEACHER JUST ALOT OF LISTENING WHEN HE TALKS BUT GOOD TEACHER HOPE TO TAKE HIM FOR OTHER READING CLASSES

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READ19
Jun 8, 2010

Seriously, this professor was terrible. I seriously have no ****ing idea how he passed college. This class was awful, super boring I rarely even went since he was such a dumbshit and didn't even seem to know what he was talking about more than half the time. I have no idea why I was even placed in this class.

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READ099
Dec 22, 2010

easy class, but actually going is a waste of time unless you like talking politics and hearing other people's life story. when i signed up for the class i thought i chose reading not an econ class. other than that you just need to ace the tests and you'll get an A in the class. he never checks homework ever.

5.0
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READI099
Mar 3, 2011

Took him for fast-track and I got A's. He is easy but he may talk alot but it's a simple class all you really gotta do is group work and do Good on your tests and quizzes.

5.0
1.0
READI99
Nov 15, 2011

This class is for lazy people. No joke they guy talks a lot but if you want to have a class that is super chill take him

4.0
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ENG099
Jan 4, 2012

Man I loved this class lol. Gunderson was helpful and really works with you. Attendance isn't mandatory BUT don't take advantage of that or you will get kicked out/a bad grade. Although I did miss a lot I did really well on the tests and turned in most of the assignments and scored a B.

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READ99
Jan 5, 2012

He is a great teacher. I took him in the winter semester. It was super easy and he is very helpful

5.0
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ENG99
Nov 18, 2012

Gunderson is a good teacher to take for English courses. he always let's you turn in assignments late and gives extra credit. he talks about interesting topics while your in class and the homework is not that just as long as you study right you will ace the exams and the class in general he does like typed work but he doesn't care. Overall good!

5.0
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ENG99
Jan 2, 2013

fantastic teacher! Very helpful, super nice, and easy grader.

5.0
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ENG99
May 17, 2013

Mr.Gunderson is one of the best english teachers i've ever had he's pretty smart and seems to have a lot of experience as well as an interest in his class

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ENG99
Jun 28, 2013

His class was super easy! I had a lot of fun during class. I recommend him big time!!

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ENG099
Jul 24, 2013

watch a lot of video during his class :) take him... pretty easy

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ESL100
Grade: A
Aug 25, 2013

He's great!

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ESL054
May 16, 2014

He is the worst teacher ever .. he can't even explain and just giving us a lot of homework like 10 to 30 pages and he doesn't chick ..!!!

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ESL056
May 31, 2014

If u want to waste ur time, money & being lazy, this is the wonderful class to u! He didn't teach any grammer in the class, he gave us a paper & let us work for 30 min. He checked the answer afterward but without any explanation. When students asked his questions. He replied that "English is complicated"! Class finished…

4.0
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099
Dec 10, 2014

The class was really easy, and the finals were not tough at all. If you're taking English 099 take him.

4.0
1.0
ENGLISH099
Mar 18, 2015

He was a a good teacher, pretty straight forward and easy going. Doesn't take much to pass, just keep up with the homework

5.0
1.0
ENG099
Grade: A
Nov 10, 2015

This is the best teacher ever, I took it during the summer and he did not give out a lot of homework, Just 3 super easy essays and 1 novel to read. He gives a lot of chance for extra credits. He is a very easy teacher but he does not like people who come in late and interrupt the class. He likes to discuss news with students and everybody likes him

3.0
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ENG099
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 5, 2015

Prof. Gunderson's a good teacher. Gives lots of extra credit and is very flexible/lenient. He's easy going, but gives a lot of homework. Tough he isn't very clear or fully explains assignments nor collects them. However, if you do the textbook work, 6 essays and study for the tests/finals and you'll get a good grade. Good luck!

4.0
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ENG099
Grade: A
Dec 9, 2015

He's an amazing professor I've even seen. Easy A

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ENG099
Grade: A-
Dec 15, 2015

He really listens to the students and he is very clear on what he is lecturing. Homework is pretty easy and he helps out on anything that needs to be revised and looked over. Tests were okay, but you can pass by doing the extra credit work(s).

4.0
2.0
ENG099
Grade: A
Dec 19, 2015

This Professor will make you write a good amount of papers on various topics, and there will be lots of book work! Prof. Gunderson seems like he would be better off as a history, economic, or politics professor. He is very lenient, and laid back! If you're confused, ask questions and he will help. Class was very easy, just do all your work!!

4.0
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ENG099
Grade: B+
Jan 13, 2016

Pretty awesome teacher. Loves talking about sports and new technology/news. Assignments and essays are straight forward. Easy grader, easy A if you show up everyday.

5.0
1.0
ENG099
Grade: A
Jan 14, 2016

Hands down sweetest, most lenient professor I've ever had! You could skip class alot, and you'd probably still end with a good grade. Loves to interact with his students. Homework is easy. Essays are easy. Always in groups. Tests and final are so easy to bs for the most part. Basically, if you're a lazy person, take this class!

4.0
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ENG099
Grade: A
Feb 11, 2016

I took this english class during the winter semester. It was very easy and straight forward, one of the best teachers I've had at Citrus. So nice, and is very understanding.

5.0
1.0
ENG099
Grade: A+
Feb 18, 2016

He's a great teacher, very understanding. He's easy as long as you do your homework. Doesn't grade brutally on essays. He's very clear during his lecture . Would definitely take him again.

5.0
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ENG099
Grade: A
May 16, 2016

Just WOW he is beyond amazing! Very understanding and leaniant with homework just don't push it! He is very helpful he will work with you as long as you do you're part in the class! I HIGHLY HIGHLY recommend (: I wish he would teach other English classes as well

5.0
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ENG099
Grade: A+
Jun 7, 2016
Would take again

Prof. Gunderson was a great professor he cares about student however if you slack off you will pay for it. He accepts late work and seems to understand student struggles and that we have other classes. He is sarcastic so don't act stupid. Easy A show up do his assignments and you will pass.

5.0
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CSIS1410
Grade: C
Aug 5, 2016
Would take again

He is great

5.0
4.0
CSIS1400
Grade: C
Aug 5, 2016
Would take again

He is the best

5.0
2.0
ENGLISH099
Grade: A+
Nov 17, 2016
Would take again

Awesome teacher, lots of practice assignments but you get a large amount of time to get it done. If you keep up with your work ( which is pretty easy) you will pass. Essay topics are easy as well, 2 pages-3 essays, very understanding and accepts late work which is amazing. He is a funny guy, loves having discussions with students. Recommend !

Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
3.0
ENG099
Grade: B+
Jan 1, 2017
Would take again

Professor has a sense of humor and understands that things come up so won't jeopardize you for being late or not showing up a few days for class. He lets you turn in late homework and redo your essays and corrects it to turn it in for more credit. The notes are simplified. It is an easy B class if you are consistent with the work.

Clear grading criteria
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
Caring
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ENG99
Jan 4, 2017
Would take again

Very helpful!

4.0
1.0
ENG99
Grade: A
Mar 7, 2017
Would take again

I took Eng. 99 with Professor Gunderson, and I enjoyed his class. You need to do a few essays but nothing out of the world, Pretty easy. If English is not your favorite subject, I encourage you to choose him. He gives a lot of good feed back. He will give extra credit.

Participation matters
Hilarious
EXTRA CREDIT
3.0
2.0
ENG099
Grade: Rather not say
Apr 27, 2017
Would take again

He is alright in class, funny, and let's you turn in assignments late so long as its turned in by the end of the semester. Talking to him outside of class is odd though. He seems depressed and like he hates his job/life. Asking questions in class upsets him, as he wants to get through the lesson with no interruptions. Overall, easy A and pass.

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
ENG099
May 22, 2017
Would take again

Great professor!

EXTRA CREDIT
Gives good feedback
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
5.0
1.0
ENG099
Grade: A
Jun 14, 2017
Would take again

Literally by far the most laid back and chill professor. I hate english classes so much usually but this professor changed my view on them. Easy class, show up, do the homework, and pass. Easy A. Cant stress how laid back he is, very understanding and works with you. Would take him for 101 and 103 if he taught them. 10/10 would recommend

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
Caring
4.0
2.0
ENG099
Grade: A
Jul 10, 2017
Would take again

Mr. Gunderson is an easy going instructor. He gives time in class to complete textbook assignments. He will accept assignments late without penalty. If you show up to class, do all your assignments, essays , and pass your test/quizzes you can easily pass with an A.

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
1.0
ENG099
Grade: A+
Aug 6, 2017
Would take again

WARNS WHEN ASSIGNMENTS WILL GO OUT AND WILL BE COLLECTED. OFFERED ALOT OF EXTRA CREDIT. NOT INTIMIDATING SO IT IS EASIER TO ASK QUESTIONS.

EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
1.0
ENG099
Grade: B
Dec 26, 2017
Would take again

Great teacher really let do you own thing in class.

Hilarious
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
ENG099
Grade: A
Jan 3, 2018
Would take again

Most lenient professor ever, very reasonable through his assignments. He has an amazing sense of humor and really cares about his students. He has a lot of experience and great knowledge towards the english department. There's no way you can fail his class unless you absolutely don't care. Great professor!

Respected
Hilarious
Would take again
5.0
3.0
ENG99
Jan 27, 2018
Would take again

Professor Gunderson is a special type of teacher . If your looking for a teacher who is personal and really interesting ,he peruses a plethora of routs for you to actually learn and i'm happy i took his class .

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Caring
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1.0
ENG099
Grade: A+
Mar 13, 2018
Would take again

The most sweetest person. professor Gunderson is the best of the best!! HIGHLY HIGHLY RECOMMAND HIM!!!

Gives good feedback
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
4.0
2.0
ENGLISH099
Grade: A
Apr 27, 2018
Would take again

Gives a lot of textbook assignments and papers for winter semester, easy A is you don't slack over all its a pretty chill class.

Respected
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
SO MANY PAPERS
5.0
1.0
ENG099
Jun 17, 2018
Would take again

Professor Gunderson was by far the best English professor Ive ever had. He is VERY lenient with assignments and he isnt a tough grader. Lots of textbook work, but very easy. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!!

Clear grading criteria
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
2.0
ENG099
Grade: B+
Jul 22, 2018
Would take again

Gunderson is a very nice and good Professor. Hes funny and jokingly. Hes always willing to help. Hes straightforward on what he asks for on assignments and allows group work during class. Theres not much homework assigned.

Clear grading criteria
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
1.0
ENG099
Grade: A+
Oct 25, 2018
Would take again

I love this professor! he is not a hard grader at all! So easy to pass! Honesly made live easier :) If you are not good at essays or English in general its ok because he honestly grades sooo easy! I am bad at essays! You will not regret taking his class! hes the best take his class I recommend it! I passed with an A!

Respected
Clear grading criteria
GROUP PROJECTS
5.0
2.0
ENG099
Grade: A+
Dec 7, 2018
Would take again

Took Professor Gunderson during the Summer, hes really great! His lectures are easy to understand and gets to the point. Essays are basic, common sense. 10/10 recommended!

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Hilarious
4.0
2.0
ENG101S
Grade: A
Dec 14, 2018
Would take again

He's a good teacher not to strict, lectures can get a bit boring but as long as you do the homework and essays assigned you should be good! gives out a lot of extra credit toward the end of the semester.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
ENGLISH101
Grade: Rather not say
Feb 17, 2019
Would take again

Gunderson is the man! Hes really understanding when it comes to family emergencies or random events that may come up. Ive taken him for Eng 100 and Eng 101 and I can say that you better like to read, but other than that, hes extremely laid back. Oh and make sure you take notes and study for his quizzes on the grammar material and book material

Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
1.0
3.0
ENGLISH101
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Mar 19, 2019
Wouldn't take again

I've never seen a professor like this. Just said I am injured and may miss 2 classes, and also sent email before class. Also, I got dropped next day.

Tough grader
5.0
3.0
ENGLISH101
Grade: A
Mar 19, 2019
Would take again

This was the most understand and educational english class ive ever been in. Gunderson is so understanding and lenient. His personality is very sarcastic and funny. His quizzes are easy if you study. I didnt know my grade until the semester was over, hes not tech friendly. The book(s) were actually interesting and mandatory!

Gives good feedback
Respected
Get ready to read
5.0
1.0
ENGLISH101
Grade: A
Jun 19, 2019
Would take again

He's a great great professor!!! This class is writing many papers, but they are extra credit. He doesn't focus on contents, so you don't need to think well. You should attend every classes because he gives us many credits. Thus, we can get A easily. Also, you should submit homework every time.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
1.0
ENGLISH101
Grade: A+
Nov 12, 2019
Would take again

really good teacher, gives lots of time for homework, picks interesting articles, easy tests, you can get an A by showing up and doing homework.

Respected
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
1.0
3.0
ENGLISH101
Grade: D
Dec 22, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Wouldn't recommend to anyone! From day one my classmates and i found his teaching stressful and confusing. He acts like he is your friend and doesn't care if you are in pace or not. How do you know if you are in good pace? well you don't. You never know your official grade until the semester is over because why would you keep your students updated?

Lecture heavy
So many papers
Tough grader
5.0
1.0
ENGLISH101
Jan 3, 2020
Would take again

I have taken his class English 99 and English 101E. Show up to class do the work that he assigns you, go to the writing lab for extra credit and do the extra credit and you will pass his class. Don't miss class and do not procrastinate you will not pass his class. He gives clear instruction and take notes in class.

Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
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3.0
ENGLISH101
Grade: B
Feb 24, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Professor Mark doesnt grade his students papers thoroughly. Its evidential that he just gives grade by the end of semester whatever he wants because he never gets students grades updated. He gives easy A and easy B based on his opinion not on students effort, harmful for a healthy college environment.

So many papers
Tough grader
5.0
3.0
ENG099
Grade: C
Jun 11, 2020
Would take again

Prof. Gunderson was super cool. He sets out the class expectations since day 1 and then it's up to you to uphold those standards set before you. He likes baseball and brings it up every now and then. There's a nice balance of lecture days and work days. Some days you'll be working in your table group and others you'll have a class lecture.

Group projects
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
2.0
ENGLISH101E
Grade: A+
Nov 11, 2020
Would take again

Professor Gunderson has been a great teacher throughout the online transition. Easy work and an easy grader. Although he did not meet with the fall semester class on zoom, I preferred it and felt as though it made the class experience better. All in all, I definitely recommend this teacher and class. Would take again!

5.0
3.0
ENGLISH101
Feb 14, 2021
Would take again

it was a pleasure taking professor Gundersons class, we read a great book in class, he responds to all questions you may have through email, give about a days time. I would take professor Gunderson's class again.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Caring
5.0
3.0
ENGL101E
May 13, 2022
Would take again

He gives you extra time to finish assignments if you need it

Get ready to read
Gives good feedback
Caring
5.0
2.0
ENGL101E
Jun 2, 2022
Would take again

You wanna pass take him! Youll read a good book the HW assignments for each chapter has 8-10 questions very easy to do try your best and youll get full marks. The other book citrus guide to reading & writing try your best full marks! The essays are easy to do youll have to do everything through canvas text no need to upload a google doc or pdf.

Get ready to read
2.0
4.0
ENGL101E
Grade: A
Oct 11, 2022

He is disorganized and forgetful. Transition to remote learning was hard, he doesn't utilize Canvas well. Did use excellent reading novel. Overall, would consider retaking with different instructor.

Get ready to read
Lots of homework
4.0
4.0
ENG101S
Grade: B+
Dec 15, 2022
Would take again

Pretty good professor. Never puts anyone on the spot. Time taking work tho

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Lots of homework
2.0
1.0
ENGL101E
Grade: B+
Jan 26, 2023

He has a very flexible late work policy but doesn't keep up with it. He is very analog, and his class was so slow that it frustrated me. His lectures on the effects of technology were so outdated it was mind-numbing. His class is hit or miss. Some of the material is excellent, while the rest is outdated.

Graded by few things
5.0
1.0
ENGL101E
Grade: A+
Feb 16, 2023
Would take again

take his online asyn. class, you won't regret it! the textbooks were free! & one of the books (memoir) was enjoyable. i would take his class again a thousands time if i could. the essay topics aren't boring and he is a fair grader. he gives you a lot of time to do work so i never felt stressed. TAKE HIS CLASS!

Get ready to read
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

67%

Textbook Required

50%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

A-

95% confidence
Based on 38 grades
Most common grades:
A (16)
A+ (10)
B+ (5)
Grade Distribution
A(26)B(2)C(3)D(2)F(0)A-/B+(6)
Based on 42 reported grades
A: 16
A+: 10
B+: 5
C: 3
Common Tags
Gives good feedback (12)
Clear grading criteria (11)
EXTRA CREDIT (11)
Caring (9)
Hilarious (7)
Get ready to read (7)
Respected (5)
Tough grader (4)
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READING019

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READING99

5.0

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READING40

5.0

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READI99

5.0

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CSIS1410

4.0

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4.0

ENG101S

3.0

READ040

2.3

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2.2

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