4.5

Mark Staller

Communication - Bakersfield College

4.5
Quality
1.9
Difficulty
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Would Retake
88
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4.5
Quality
1.9
Difficulty
4.5
Helpful
4.4
Clarity

75%

Would Retake

88

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What Students Say

EASY CLASS AND A VERY HELPFUL INSTRUCTOR

COMMB6 - 4.0 rating

Professor Staller was awesome

COMMB6 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

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Grade Distribution
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A: 9
A+: 9
B+: 3
B: 3
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Participation matters (8)
Group projects (7)
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Caring (4)
Clear grading criteria (4)
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Reviews (88)
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SPEECH
Nov 4, 1999

He is excited about the subject & helps nervous students!

5.0
1.0
SPCH
Nov 19, 2002

Ethusiastic teacher. I had a lot of fun in his class

5.0
2.0
SPEECHB5
Feb 6, 2003

wonderful man and teacher. fun and enthusiastic. accepting.

5.0
3.0
SPEECHB1
Mar 5, 2003

The very best! He made a difficult class a wonderful experience.

5.0
4.0
SPEECH
Mar 10, 2003

Great teacher! I really enjoyed speech and learned a lot! I would recomend him highly to anyone!

5.0
3.0
SPEECH1A
Apr 8, 2003

Easy and nice very good at helping people over come fear of speaking

5.0
1.0
SPEECH101
Jul 17, 2003

One of the nicest people you will ever meet. He's inspired me to become a professor of public speaking! Thanks for everything, Dr. S

5.0
1.0
COMM101
Mar 14, 2004

Really enjoyable instructor who makes the class entertaining and fun. Helps the students feel confident about public speaking.

5.0
1.0
SPCH5
Mar 15, 2004

Great class. My favorite.

5.0
2.0
SPCHB1
May 31, 2004

Wonderful teacher! very clear, always organized, and goal oriented. Goals are reachable because he understands the humanness of speech anxieties. never demands for perfection but expects you to do your best. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!!

4.0
1.0
SPEECH
Jun 10, 2004

He's definitely enthusiastic. I can honestly say I learned something, which is the point of any class. He expects a lot, but he also puts out a lot of effort. A generally good teacher and a pretty nice guy.

3.0
1.0
SPEECH
Jul 21, 2004

Treats you like a kid.

5.0
3.0
SPEECH1
Sep 8, 2004

Greatest teacher that I have ever had.

5.0
2.0
SPEECH1AND5
Nov 30, 2004

I can beleive how easy this class. Trust me when I say that I am not the kind of person to speak in front of a class. Mr. Staller trully cares he is there for help at any time you need him. Test are easy basicly of notes in class. Final consists of all test put together. He has a great attitute.

5.0
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COMMB1
Dec 3, 2004

Mr. Staller is a great teacher. He is very ethusiastic about his work and loves helping his students. He's kindy nerdy but he's an awesome teacher.

5.0
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SPEECH1
Jun 3, 2005

Great teacher. Very helpful, he wants every student to pass his class. Be prepared to participate!

5.0
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SPEECH
Jun 23, 2005

What a GREAT teacher! I totally reccomend his class. You will have a blast!

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COMMB1
Jun 27, 2005

GREAT class, great teacher. Definately did not want to take this class in the beginning, and it turned out to be my favorite class of the semester. Staller makes you feel very comfortable with the class and is always there to help.

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COMMB1
Jul 7, 2005

MR. STALLER IS THE BEST PROFESSOR I'VE EVER HAD. I OVERCAME MY FEAR OF PUBLIC SPEAKING. I WOULD DEFINITELY RECOMEND HIM.

5.0
2.0
COMMB5
Jul 10, 2005

This was a great class, Mr. Staller is wonderful. Makes sure that you are ready for quizes and test. Very interesting info. Debates were fun.

5.0
1.0
COMB1
Grade: A
Aug 30, 2005

Wonderful and funny teacher, helps you through each assignment. Wish I could take his class again! I got an A+!!!

5.0
1.0
SPCHB1
Aug 31, 2005

Great teacher....... i got a C in his class but thats because I never took the final speech....... otherwise i'd of have gotten a B+...... overall.... great teacher...

2.0
1.0
COMMUNICATION
Sep 8, 2005

ok teacher, but does not need to be in the class room, class runs itself

4.0
1.0
COMMB5ANDB8
Sep 13, 2005

Great teacher. If you do the work and show up to class, you will pass with flying colors.

5.0
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COMMB1
May 12, 2006

He is a very helpful teacher and will always clarify things if you ask. He has a slight speech impediment when he says anything with 'CH' and i thought that was ironic but he is a great guy and anyone who shows up and does the easy work will pass.

5.0
1.0
COMMB2
Dec 15, 2006

He is a really great teacher. Show up to class and do the work and pass with flying colors.

5.0
1.0
COMMB1
Feb 7, 2007

very good teacher. will use all his power to help you understand. great attitude

5.0
1.0
COMMSB8
Apr 15, 2007

he is thee best!! you will love him!!

5.0
1.0
COMMB8
Apr 18, 2007

Dr. Staller is a super easy teacher. There wasn't too much homework, and when there was, it was a study guide with answers you get straight out of the text. He's helpful, understanding, and an all-around nice guy. I took him for Small Group Comm and it was a breeze. I plan on taking him again for Interpersonal. I like him better than A. Todd.

5.0
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COMMB8
May 21, 2007

Great teacher who wants you to succeed! Do the h/w and put a little time into your presentations. Easy A

3.0
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COMMSB2
Dec 5, 2007

This class was ridiculously easy. He's a fun guy, and you'll pass with an A if you simply fill out the homework. There are no tests, and only three really easy speeches, one in a small group. The homework is a reading a guide with answers taking straight from the book. He even lists the page numbers. He doesn't read the homework when he checks it.

5.0
1.0
COMMB2
Jan 6, 2008

Extremely easy class! doesn't like if you are absent a lot, but you can just attend an extra class/go to his office hours and make it up so easy. HW- like fill in the blank, he doesn't even read it. No tests! But don't be late when work is due! He won't give credit for your journals assignments if he's already checked off everyone else!

5.0
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COMM8
May 15, 2008

Great class, I learned a lot. He is a fun and easy teacher. Do the work and show up and you will get an a or b.

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COMMB2
Aug 25, 2008

Awsome teacher loves his job and does it well. Do the work , show up to class and its an easy A. He will even look over your speech the day before its due to correct any glitches. Awsome stuff!!! Ive taken him for rhetoric and small group as well.

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COMMB2
Dec 12, 2008

Simply a great instructor because he's aware of how intimidating public speaking can be and he puts the student at ease. I learned a tremendous amount, and Staller is a very intelligent and helpful man. Great class! Don't take communication from anyone else!

5.0
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COMMB2
Dec 14, 2008

Loved this teacher and the class. Dr. Staller is an excellent teacher. He made me want to major in communication. You will not regret taking it with him. great class!

5.0
3.0
INTRCOMM
May 26, 2009

Excellent class/professor. I wish he was teaching the next comm. class I have to take.Great Professor!!! Take him if you need the Intr, personal comm. class. You will LOVE it!!!

5.0
1.0
COMMB8
May 17, 2010

He is a great teacher! He will help you out in any way and just wants you to do a great job communicating! He's very clear on instructions and the work is very easy!

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COMMB8
Jul 2, 2010

Mark S is pretty much the coolest teacher ever!! I had him over the summer and we had a lot of speeches and outlines to make but it was worth it. Except for being in a bad small group but u cant do anything about that problem. Anyways i recommend anyone who wants to take a fun class go with him hes awesome!!!!!

4.0
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COMSB8
Aug 24, 2010

I took him for summer. I really hated public speaking. But he was really supportive.Take home quizzes. LOTS of outlines for speeches.Class is about "Small group" speeches. We had to do like 3 speeches on our own. Overall, It was a easy class. If you dont get an A something is wrong with you.

5.0
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COMMB8
Nov 22, 2010

Best teacher yet at BC he's fun and intergetic and he explains everything well. Im not too good at attending classes cause i get lazy sometimes but he doesn't even care you can miss as much a s possible and you get like a month to make them up! I took him for small group communication you don't work in groups but he grades super EASY...... Take Him

5.0
1.0
COMMCOMM
Nov 25, 2010

An amazing teacher!! Very laid back.. EASY "A"

5.0
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COMMB6A
Feb 3, 2011

Staller is a great teacher and he keeps his class fun and pretty easy

5.0
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COMMB6
Mar 28, 2011

He is extremely easy. HW is a reading guide that has the page numbers for you, a take-home quiz, and a journal assignment. 4 other easy assignments that you can do in a small group. He puts you in small groups at the beginning of the class. You don't learn much in this class, though. Activities are fun, somewhat informative.

4.0
1.0
COMM6
Apr 26, 2011

Very easy class. He's very funny and energetic.

5.0
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BAFA
Nov 18, 2011

Mr. Stalled is an extremely nice guy! The class won't be hard at just make sure you fill out the worksheets and show up! I didn't think the class was going to be fun but then as the semester went on I wished the class would last longer! He encourages you to be open about associating with other culturals you are not familiar with. Very beneficial!(:

5.0
1.0
COMNB2
Dec 30, 2011

Dr. Staller is an excellent professor. He very helpful when it comes to giving homework advice and he will proof reading any speeches you have before presentation day. Be prepared to do a lot of reading and research for the book report he gives before the end of the semester. He class is worth taking,very enjoyable.

4.0
1.0
COMMB8
Mar 28, 2012

Excellent class. I took this during summer and it actually made me want to get up in the morning. He makes you feel good about doing the work and being in groups is a blast. He grades rather easily and his tests are pretty easy as long as you study a bit. Show up to every class or you will have a hard time. Nice guy.

5.0
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COMM7101
May 24, 2012

BEST TEACHER BY FAR TAKE HIM SERIOUSLY YOU WILL BE HAPPY YOU DID! NO LIE DUDE.

5.0
1.0
COMMB1
Dec 6, 2012

Great Professor i highly recommend him he will work with you and there is so much equality in his class that makes you feel comfortable. He transmits positive energy that it is what makes you attend all of his classes

5.0
1.0
COMMB1
Mar 17, 2013

He is a good teacher and a good guy. I would recommend his class. Great professor!

5.0
1.0
COMMB8
Apr 12, 2013

Excellent teacher! He always has a good attitude and is extremely helpful. Overall a very easy class

4.0
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COMMB6
May 20, 2013

EASY CLASS AND A VERY HELPFUL INSTRUCTOR...seriously if ur in need of an A, take him. He keeps the class simple as long as you do the work

5.0
2.0
COMMB8
Aug 1, 2013

very hands on with students, speeches are very easy to do!i would retake his class!

4.0
2.0
COMM1
Dec 19, 2013

Very helpful instructor. Makes class easy for nervous students.

5.0
1.0
COMMUNICATIONAB
Grade: A+
May 15, 2014

Best professor ever he gave me encouragement and got me to not be afraid he opened up my eyes to a new world to communicate and ALLOWS YOU MAKE UP ABSENCES DO THE WORK ITS EASY AS 1 2 3... humble and honest BEST PROFESSOR THANK YOU MR STALLER TAKING 2 OTHER COMMUNICATION CLASSES IN THE FALL. Love and Respect to you Professor.

5.0
1.0
COMMB8
Aug 4, 2014

Awesome class

5.0
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B6
Jan 3, 2015

Show up, do the work, pass. There are 2 big midterm tests, but if you study, you will pass. 2 speeches & one is a group report on a country. You do get homework every day; it's easy, but time consuming. He's very insightful and has changed my way of thinking.

5.0
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COMMB6
Jan 21, 2015

Professor Staller was awesome! Every class period was very interesting. You get assigned to a random group that basically becomes your circle for the whole semester. A few projects here and there, some reading and workbook work , 2 easy mid-terms, 1 final essay. There is ansolutley NO reason to NOT get an A in this class!!!

5.0
1.0
COMMB6
Grade: B+
Jan 22, 2015

Very cool and easy professor. Easy midterms, it all comes from the workbook. Homework has to be done on a daily basis, but its very easy. The projects are interesting and he lets you turn in late work. Highly recommend his class!

4.0
2.0
70901
Grade: A
Jan 25, 2015

Professor Staller was great. His class was very easy going as long as you showed up and participated. It is important to have your work done before going to his class. He is a great Professor who is laid back and teaches you about intercultural communications clearly.

4.0
2.0
COMMB8
Grade: A
Feb 1, 2016

go to class and you will pass. teacher is talkative and repetitive, but the class is extremely easy. he loves goodwill and will let you know.

5.0
1.0
COMM1
Grade: B+
Apr 6, 2016

helpful

5.0
2.0
COMMB6
Grade: A+
May 11, 2016

This class was very enjoyable. The content was interesting and I learned a lot. You do have to buy the textbook and the workbook and it cost 108 dollars. You do need it to pass the class. Professor Staller is a very fair grader. If you do the work and come to class you will get an A.

5.0
4.0
COMB1
Grade: B
Jun 11, 2016
Would take again

I took the 4 week accelerated course , during the early start program. This is why I put a number 4, which means you have to work for your grade. But Mr. Staller is such a fair person, if he sees you are really trying he will definitely work with you. He is an Awesome professor! ! He creates a warm and welcoming atmosphere to work in. Great prof.

1.0
1.0
COMM8
Grade: A+
Aug 17, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Everyone gives him a good score because he is easy. That is nice I won't lie, but it's not the kind of experience I hope for in college. Need an A then take him and be nice. Nice guy.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
GROUP PROJECTS
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
1.0
COMB1
Grade: A
Aug 30, 2016
Would take again

Makes nervous students feel relaxed and is very fair when it comes to grading. Attendance is important, do the work and you will pass!

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Inspirational
1.0
1.0
COMMB8
Nov 15, 2016
Wouldn't take again

I don't recommend this professor. this class should be small group communication, and easy to do it, but he made it so difficult by made it long presentation for around 20 minutes in the public NOT at your small group, and heavy assignments.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
SO MANY PAPERS
4.0
5.0
COMMB8
Grade: A
Dec 11, 2016
Would take again

This class is NOT easy!! I learned so much but I dropped other classes to keep up in this one. Professor Staller is very nice, taught me so much , and expects alot of his students. He is a very fair grader and makes this class fun and interesting. I would highly recommended him. He's a brilliant man and I value everything he taught me.

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
GROUP PROJECTS
5.0
2.0
COMMB8
Nov 28, 2017
Would take again

Great professor! I would definitely take this class again if I needed another communication class. He's really nice and the class is actually pretty fun because you become friends with the people in your small groups. He's an easy grader and he makes sure that the class is easy to pass, you just need to show up and do your work.

Gives good feedback
Caring
GROUP PROJECTS
5.0
4.0
COMMB6
Apr 18, 2018
Would take again

Mark Staller is the single best teacher I've ever had. Though he has homework due ever class day, he makes it easy for you to do it and to learn. Homework and attendance are mandatory if you want to pass the class. However, if you are late on homework he will let you get it to him by next class and still get credit. Joyful and fun, he is the best.

Respected
Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
1.0
4.0
COMMB5
Grade: C+
Dec 3, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Mark makes you buy a textbook which he wrote so he also gets money when you buy it. He doesn't use canvas! when he grades he can't understand his own handwriting. Very messy, he doesn't lecture and makes you do speeches about his book. He estimates your grade. Makes you do 1 hour long speeches and makes you buy a binder you don't use.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
2.0
COMMB8
Grade: A+
Jan 14, 2019
Would take again

Easy A. Read the chapter, do the workbook, and give your speeches. Staller has the class set up where you will pass just by showing up and doing everything assigned. You get the A by doing everything and doing well on the speeches and the final. Final questions are given ahead of time. Speeches aren't bad/hard if you know the material.

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
5.0
1.0
COMM8
Grade: B+
May 7, 2019
Would take again

Very good Profesor

Gives good feedback
Respected
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
COMMB8
May 18, 2019
Would take again

Mr. Staller is always in a good mood. He makes class fun. The workload isnt too bad. Everything is straight from the book including speeches. Speeches are easy if you follow the set structure. This class is hard to fail. Show up do your work and youll pass.

Participation matters
Group projects
Gives good feedback
1.0
3.0
COMB1
Grade: B
Oct 16, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Stallar was opposed to anyone who challenged or questioned him. He is very biased and discriminatory.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Group projects
5.0
4.0
COMM8
Grade: A+
Dec 21, 2019
Would take again

This is a good alternative to the regular speech class. You will still give several presentations, but Dr Staller will see you through. You will be teamed with 5 other students in a group. Half of my group did not complete the class. Dr Staller lectures very little, the groups present the chapters. Follow the syllabus closely!

Accessible outside class
Participation matters
Group projects
5.0
1.0
COMMB6
Grade: B
Jan 8, 2020
Would take again

Professor Staller is great! He lets you makeup absences by going to his office hours. Hw is due every class but its all in the book. Very easy! and he does allow late work! Midterms are on the hw you do! answers are all in book as well. hes not a hard grader at all. We didnt have a final either. You cant fail!

Gives good feedback
Respected
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
COMM8
Grade: A+
Feb 14, 2020
Would take again

Dr Staller is a very good professor. Follow the syllabus closely and make sure you stay ahead of the due dates. The speech outlines take time to write and I recommend visiting the professor during his office hours or just before class. Get a supplemental group leader if you can, the SI program is perfect for this course.

Lots of homework
Group projects
Clear grading criteria
4.0
2.0
COMMB6
Grade: A
Mar 3, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Oh boy, where do I start? Amazing person/teacher, however this was one of the most unusual classes I've ever taken. Class tends to be awkward when there's little participation. So much homework! 7-8 pages of workbook material due every class, on top of numerous (although easy) papers. Be prepared to dedicate serious time to this class.

Lots of homework
Accessible outside class
Caring
5.0
2.0
COMMB6
Grade: A+
May 5, 2020
Would take again

a true gem! I loved him he was such a sweet old man. many students sadly took advantage of his easy grading. Very positive and happy person who truly loved his teaching subjects. Cares about students and respects their cultures

5.0
2.0
COMM8
Grade: A+
Apr 7, 2021
Would take again

Best teacher I have ever had! I was scared to take this class because I have anxiety but he makes it so easy to speak up and get involved. So sad some people dropped because they all got afraid to do the first speech but all his work is so easy!! It is a lot but if you stay on top of it you will be fine. His office hours are very helpful!!

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
Participation matters
5.0
1.0
COMM8
Grade: A
May 13, 2021
Would take again

I loved this professor! if you are nervous of joining a communication class, I totally recommend taking Mr. Staller! he's very caring, if you ever need help make sure you ask!! or join his after school hours! I appreciate all of the advice he gave him. will most definitely take him again.

Gives good feedback
Hilarious
Caring
4.0
4.0
COMM8
Sep 4, 2021
Would take again

Near the beginning of the class there was a lot of homework, but it is all useful for later assignments. I would recommend taking him, but be warned there is a lot of homework, and definitely pay attention to due dates for homework and speeches.

Lots of homework
Participation matters
Caring
2.0
3.0
COMM8
Grade: A-
Mar 22, 2022

Theres “room for creativity” but if its not what he's thinking, you and the whole class will hear him tear it up. Also not much space for your opinion on topics discussed. He’s a little perky but not the worst, just makes it harder to tell him he can be wrong sometimes too. I wouldn’t take this course again.

Tough grader
Participation matters
Group projects
4.0
2.0
COMMB8
Grade: A
May 13, 2022
Would take again

Professor Staller is great! He's a pretty easy grader. There's a lot of homework, but it's very manageable!

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
5.0
1.0
COMMB8
Grade: A
Aug 23, 2022
Would take again

If you hate public speaking, this is the man for you.

Participation matters
Group projects
Gives good feedback
5.0
2.0
COMMB8
Grade: A+
Nov 3, 2022
Would take again

He is a great professor, gives excellent feedback, and cares for his students. The only thing is that he does not use canvas; his way of communication is by email. This course requires a coursebook, and there is lots of homework. Overall, he is a great professor.

Group projects
Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

96%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

A-

95% confidence
Based on 26 grades
Most common grades:
A (9)
A+ (9)
B+ (3)
Grade Distribution
A(18)B(3)C(1)D(0)F(0)A-/B+(4)
Based on 26 reported grades
A: 9
A+: 9
B+: 3
B: 3
Common Tags
Gives good feedback (10)
Participation matters (8)
Group projects (7)
Skip class? You won't pass. (5)
Caring (4)
Clear grading criteria (4)
Lots of homework (4)
GROUP PROJECTS (3)
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