4.1

Michael Opolicky

English - Dallas College - Cedar Valley Campus

4.1
Quality
2.7
Difficulty
70%
Would Retake
99
Reviews
4.1
Quality
2.7
Difficulty
4.1
Helpful
4.1
Clarity

70%

Would Retake

99

Reviews

Rating Distribution
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What Students Say

He is a VERY picky professor and an awful grader

ENGL1302 - 1.0 rating

If i were you i would do more research about this professor he will cause you to have a mental breakdown his critiquing skills suck he fails you everytime you make an error on your paper the worst professor ever

ENG1301 - 1.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

74%

Textbook Required

44%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

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Predicted Grade

B+

95% confidence
Based on 54 grades
Most common grades:
A+ (12)
A (12)
B (10)
Grade Distribution
A(24)B(10)C(2)D(7)F(4)A-/B+(12)
Based on 63 reported grades
A+: 12
A: 12
B: 10
A-: 7
Common Tags
Gives good feedback (24)
Clear grading criteria (16)
Respected (13)
Skip class? You won't pass. (13)
Tough grader (11)
Tough Grader (10)
Caring (7)
Hilarious (7)
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Ratings by Course

13013501

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ENGLISH1302

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HUMANITIES1301

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13013501

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Reviews (99)
5.0
2.0
ENGLISH1302
Jul 15, 2005

No Comments

5.0
3.0
ENG101
Sep 14, 2005

funny, entertaining, i <3 him. jamaican talk...repeats old stories but you will still love him. I improved my writing abilities.

5.0
5.0
HUMANITIES1301
Oct 6, 2005

The class is not boring, VERY INTRESTING! He is so funny and the class is FUN! The only thing is YOU HAVE TO BE PREPARED WHEN TAKING HIS TESTS they are HARD if you do not study!! and take his LONG notes.. but over all his class is awsome!

4.0
4.0
HUMANITIES
Nov 21, 2005

I love Mr. Opolicky! He is so funny!

5.0
5.0
ENG1301
Dec 5, 2005

great

4.0
1.0
ENGLISH
Jul 28, 2006

Mr. O is craaazy mahn! Take his class just for the fun of it. He likes to tell his funny adventure stories to Jamaica, Brazil, Mexico, etc. while he lectures, so listen closely, take notes, and be prepared to write on the spot over things you've read. His class is fun and he writes a good rec. letter if you can tie him down long enough to get one.

5.0
1.0
PSYCH2301
Oct 17, 2006

I took opolicky for 4 classes and he rocks....English 13001, psych 2301, psych 2314, Hum 1315!!! I recommend taking him whenever you can!!!!! I wish there were more professors like him!!! I miss you O!!!!

5.0
1.0
ENGL1301
Dec 13, 2006

Fantastic! It was a joy to be in the class. I had a lot of fun and I learned a lot too! "Remember, simple sentences!"

5.0
4.0
ENGLI1301
Nov 7, 2007

great

5.0
4.0
ENGL1301
Nov 7, 2007

His teaching is great! The best teacher ive ever had!!!!

5.0
2.0
ENGL1301
Nov 7, 2007

makes english understandable and clear. Teaches great writing skills!

5.0
2.0
ENGLI1301
Apr 14, 2008

he is great!!!!! Makes u interested in da class and helpful!

5.0
1.0
ENGL1301
Dec 27, 2008

Mr. Opolicky is awesome! He really gets to know his students throughout the semester, and helps you through it.

5.0
1.0
ENGL1301
Apr 29, 2009

pretty awesome teacher! Easy to pass if you put in the little effort! Loves his students!

5.0
1.0
ENGL1301
May 19, 2009

great is all i can say!

5.0
1.0
HIST1301
May 6, 2010

I recommend Mr.Opolicky. He is the coolest teacher I've ever had. He makes writing easy and fun. Go to class every day and you will be fine. Easy A!! trust me.

3.0
1.0
ENG2101
Jul 6, 2010

Great. Let's you out an hour early at the time. Very little work. Tells crazy stories. Old but cutie.

4.0
1.0
ENGL1301
Nov 2, 2010

His class is so easy.He tells a lot of stories.We did not need a book which saved $85.If you take notes and do exactly as he says you will get an A.The only way you will fail is if you miss class and/or don't do the work. His playfulness can become a bit much.Overall he is gr8 but I wouldnt use him again but i recommend him to others HE IS FAIR!

5.0
3.0
ENGLENGL
Jun 4, 2011

GREAT teacher! Some other english professors like to get all the attention on campus, but he really is a great teacher and worth taking. Makes writing simple, and I learned alot. AND... you will never be bored in class! He has fun teaching. Listen to what he tells you about writing abd you will do great, and he prepares you for the next Engl class.

5.0
1.0
ENGL1301
Aug 17, 2011

Opolicky is smart and very helpful. With a little hard work and his help and guidance I made an A. He is hilarious. There was never a boring moment. That him u want regret it.

5.0
4.0
ENGLI1301
Jan 7, 2012

I would take him over and over.He is the best professor.If you are not doing your work correctly,He will let you know right then. He allows you to make adjustments before given you the final grade. He will help you pass the class you have to pay close attention and take notes.You don't need a text book. He is a comedian very funny.You will love him

5.0
1.0
ENGLI1301
Jan 10, 2012

This is by far the best teacher i had at cvc! He is funny, smart, understandable, and crazy as heck. He let me when i was on the verge of failing and guided me thru my papers that counted most. I made an A+! Take him!

5.0
3.0
ENGL1302
Feb 20, 2012

He's a cool and very helpful teacher!

5.0
4.0
ENGLI2
Sep 9, 2012

Great teacher and funny, and so cute! I wanted him the whole time but he never noticed, but at least I got a good education.

5.0
1.0
ENG1301
Nov 29, 2012

Makes sure you know what to expect he is very upfront. Funny, helpful, and quite the character. He jokes alot so dont be sensitive enjoy that he has personality. He will tell you everything you need to know just do it.

5.0
1.0
ENGL1301
Jan 2, 2013

Great professor. Helps you through class and will tell you how to pass.

5.0
2.0
ENG1301
Apr 21, 2013

Funny teacher. will give you a hard time out of fun but is really easy. YOu do have to know how to take a joke

5.0
2.0
ENGLISH1301
Jun 25, 2013

If you are not a down to earth person, this professor isn't for you!! He is very funny and spontaneous!!

1.0
3.0
1301
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Dec 5, 2013

Bad Teacher Advice not to take him

5.0
5.0
13013501
Grade: B
Dec 10, 2013

Mr.Opolicky is a good teacher. Class can be difficult if you don't pay attention, yet easy if you follow instructions and ask questions. The professor is helpful,smart,and funny.

3.0
1.0
ENGL1301
Grade: C-
Apr 14, 2014

As he is a good teacher, and his class is extremely easy...if you are a quiet person, he is not the teacher for you. He has a dry sense of humor and likes to call students out. Also, he is EXTREMELY strict on the references for the research paper. I had a 96 in the class, messed up my references and he gives me a zero on the paper. Barely passed

3.0
3.0
ENGL1302
Grade: B
Apr 26, 2014

BEWARE you will probably make an easy B. Read exactly how he wants his papers written! He wants them his way or you will fail. Sent my rsch paper to owl and frnd still got a 70 while they praised it. Ended up with a B for this class. I'm a great writer never got grades in 70s before. He leaves great notes but AFTER he grades badly. No help there

5.0
2.0
ENGL1302
May 1, 2014

Great guy. I took him in person the previous semester so felt comfortable taking him online. His assignments are pretty clear and usually sends examples of how he wants things. Quick turn around on grading and plenty of notes of what to fix if you mess up. Would recommend you take comp 1 and 2 from him if you can.

5.0
2.0
PSYC2301
May 17, 2014

Great instructor. This is the second class I've taken with him. Highly recommended

2.0
3.0
COMPI1301
Dec 15, 2014

He is a terrible professor. Opolicky is not understanding. He gets off topic most of the class time. He makes rude comments. Doesn't know how to speak to students.

5.0
2.0
ENGLISH1301
Dec 17, 2014

This professor is amazing. I dont know how some people are rating him low. He is very clear with what he needs out of you. If you show up to class and do as he says you can make an easy A. I just think people need to stop acting like children and do their work. Take him he is great.

5.0
2.0
ENGL1301
Mar 27, 2015

I took Professor "O" back in 2009 and I loved him to pieces. Show up and participate or "your going down like the Clowns in Flower Mound"

5.0
1.0
1302
Apr 30, 2015

He is one of my favorites in the entire time I have been in school. I hate writing but he is very clear in what he wants and what he does not want. I have learned more from him than in my English I class. He actually reads papers and gives notes on what you did wrong. This helped me actually learn to write and not hate it like I did. 3 Thumbs up!

4.0
2.0
PSYC2301
Grade: B
Jul 3, 2015

Professor "O" is hilarious. I learned a lot in his class. But, you have to study hard or you will not pass the class.

4.0
1.0
ENGL1301
Grade: A+
Aug 6, 2015

I don't enjoy the subject but with this professor he makes it really simple and funny as well. His laugh just makes everything funny. He can be very sarcastic but he's a cool professor. FYI: If you take him for 1301 make sure to take him for ENGL 1302 (ENGL 1302 is even easier as long as you had saved your work from ENGL 1301) Flashdrive is a must!

5.0
1.0
PSYCH2301
Grade: B
Sep 20, 2015

Professor Opolicky is up there with the top professors on my list. I took him for Psych 1, and his teachings surely made learning the material very easy. He is also a jokster, and likes to throw in a few jokes here and there to keep the class lively, and some of the jokes actually pertain to his lesson plans.

5.0
1.0
ENGL1302
Grade: A+
May 17, 2016

There is a lot of writing but the papers aren't long and they are very easy. He gives great feedback on his graded papers to help make sure you don't make the same mistakes. One long research paper on an animal of your choice. 1 Assignment every week but, again, easy, not time consuming. Take his class, you will be happy you did.

5.0
3.0
ENGL1302
Grade: A+
Sep 29, 2016
Would take again

Professor Opolicky is hands down the most amazing professor I've ever had. I am taking his online course for ENGL 1302 and love it. He explains everything in such detail. If you do not do good in his class it is entirely your fault. When he gives you an assignment there are very easy to comprehend instructions. You won't regret taking his class.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Caring
5.0
2.0
ENGL1301
Grade: A+
Dec 6, 2016
Would take again

Amazing teacher, really easy class, 3 papers + 1 final essay, 1 quiz, no tests. He's really funny and nice too :)

Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
5.0
1.0
PSYCH2301
Grade: B+
Dec 7, 2016
Would take again

Just take notes. Not a good idea to miss class unless you know someone you can get the notes from. The class is really fun which makes it easier to pass.

Respected
Hilarious
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
5.0
2.0
ENGL1302
Grade: A-
Dec 18, 2016
Would take again

He has a straight foward syllabus with expectations clearly laid out. Due dates are not to bad, just keep an eye on the calendar. He always plenty of times between assignments and answers emails quickly. His feedback on work you turn in is actually helpful. He grades as the work is turned in so you never have to question where you stand. TAKE HIM!

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
5.0
1.0
PSYC2301
Grade: A
Jan 6, 2017
Would take again

Professor Opolicky is the BEST! I always looked forward to attending his class. You will definitely learn and there is never a dull moment. You have to take notes and he gives you a study guide before the test. If you fail any of his test, then you didn't try. Good teacher and fun class.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Inspirational
1.0
5.0
ENGL1302
Jul 28, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Currently taking this professor for the English 1302, summer II session. He is a VERY picky professor and an awful grader. He seems to take himself way too seriously. I would not recommend this teacher. If a student enrolls in this teacher's class for English 1302, they are just asking to fail this course. Your better off picking another teacher.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
1.0
ENGL1302
Grade: A
Nov 19, 2017
Would take again

Professor Opolicky is the BEST! This was one of the best online classes that I have taken. Mr. Opolicky will provide you with everything that is needed to pass this class. I will definitely recommend anyone to take this class. You will not be disappointed.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Clear grading criteria
5.0
2.0
ENGL1302
Grade: A-
Dec 7, 2017
Would take again

I took this course online, it was super easy. For his essays he provides examples of how the essays should look. You must follow directions. He doesn't give extra credit or accept late work. 3 essays 1 1/2 pg. One research paper. Not a tough grader but on the research paper he grades a little harder. Take him. He is easy

Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
4.0
2.0
ENG1301
Grade: A-
Dec 11, 2017
Would take again

Good Professor, great feedback. Be prepared to write a lot. Papers are assigned randomly, and are graded in and out of class. There are multiple opportunities to practice for the final essay. For my semester I had one research paper, and three main essays and five quizzes . He can be hard to work with sometimes, but still a easy A teacher.

Tough Grader
Respected
SO MANY PAPERS
5.0
4.0
ENG101
Grade: B+
Jan 9, 2018
Would take again

He is a great Professor. I really enjoyed my time in his class. He is very big on paying attention during lessons.

Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
Would take again
5.0
2.0
ENG1301
Grade: B
Jan 10, 2018
Would take again

He is a wonderful teacher and straight forward about his expectations in his class. If you're asking questions, you will get the answers. As long as you're paying attention there is no way you will fail. Thanks to him I can write papers with my eyes clothes and still make A's on them. IF YOU REALLY WSNT TO LEARN take his class.

Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
4.0
2.0
ENG1301
Grade: B
Jan 16, 2018
Would take again

Great teacher. Easy A just do the work and you'll pass, when he say be cool be calm that's when hes serious

Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
Tests? Not many
5.0
2.0
ENG1301
Grade: A
Apr 23, 2018
Would take again

I took Prof. Opolicky for English 1301 and I loved it! Just pay attention and his work is simple. He helps you out a lot if you need it, and he leaves really good feedback on your papers. He really wants to make sure you pass. 10/10 :)

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
1.0
5.0
ENG101
Grade: F
Apr 25, 2018
Wouldn't take again

F quality professor

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
SO MANY PAPERS
5.0
1.0
PSYC2301
Grade: A+
May 9, 2018
Would take again

He's amazing, his lectures are so interesting and fun you forget you are at school. Professor Opolicky gives extra points at the end of semester for showing up and being a good student. Also, he truly makes you feel comfortable asking him anything and makes it easy to participate!

Amazing lectures
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
3.0
ENGL1302
Grade: B
Jul 8, 2018
Would take again

Took it online for summer. The course work was straight forward and had detail on what he wanted for each assignment, there was a total of 3 essays, 5 quizzes, and 1 research paper. They weren't difficult to complete and he gave examples. However he does grade a bit hard but he gives feedback.

Tough Grader
Gives good feedback
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
1.0
5.0
ENGL1302
Grade: Rather not say
Jul 15, 2018
Wouldn't take again

This professor is a very tough grader. He wants you to know where to put commas, where not and all the technicalities. I wouldn't get this class if I knew all this, I would be a professor in a college.

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
SO MANY PAPERS
4.0
3.0
ENGL1302
Grade: A-
Aug 3, 2018
Would take again

I am an international student. I took English 1302 in summer 2 online. # 3 essays, 1 research paper, Quizzes. Don't skip quizzes, and do not make any grammar mistake. he checks every detail and takes off points. tough grader but easy topics for a paper. Not easy A. no extra credit. very strict to due dates. no excuse for a late paper.

Tough Grader
Gives good feedback
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
5.0
4.0
ENGL1302
Grade: A+
Sep 2, 2018
Would take again

I love Mr. Opolicky he is a fantastic teacher. He cares about his students and wants you to pass. He expects you to participate and follow directions 100%. To take this class and pass you must stay focused and finish all work.

Tough Grader
Respected
Participation matters
1.0
4.0
ENGL1302
Sep 14, 2018
Wouldn't take again

He will judge your assignments as if you were his enemy. Please do not take his class. Not a good judge of character. The syllabus is impossible to understand and he blames you for his mistakes.

Tough Grader
Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
1.0
5.0
ENG1301
Grade: F
Oct 17, 2018
Wouldn't take again

If i were you i would do more research about this professor he will cause you to have a mental breakdown his critiquing skills suck he fails you everytime you make an error on your paper the worst professor ever

Tough Grader
Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
4.0
ENGL1302
Grade: A+
Nov 20, 2018
Would take again

I love this teacher. All you have to do is do your work and follow instructions and you won't have a problem with him. He is very helpful and encouraging to his students. I have taken 3 classes with him so that should tell you alot. If you are not ready to work or don't strive for perfection then he is not the teacher for you.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Clear grading criteria
5.0
2.0
ENG1301
Grade: A+
Dec 13, 2018
Would take again

Took his class in the summer. Was willing to help his students with any questions. Also very hilarious he is a tough grader but if you follow his instructions you will do fine. Definitely taking his 1302 class this spring.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
Inspirational
5.0
3.0
PSYCH2301
Grade: A+
Dec 19, 2018
Would take again

Great professor. Do your work and you will pass. It's not hard and he is very helpful! Exams are easy if you study his review..

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Clear grading criteria
1.0
5.0
ENGLISH1301
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
May 15, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Honestly hes a nice man but he cannot teach AT ALL . All we did in class was write essays that he graded hard yet he never taught us how to write a proper essay ?! Ended up dropping the class because he emailed and said I was going to fail basically .

5.0
3.0
ENG1301
Grade: B+
Jun 4, 2019
Would take again

Opolicky is one of my favorite professors! His class is very easy as long as you show up consistently, and turn your assignments in on time. He does not give out a lot of homework. We practiced writing essays and he gave very good feedback, but yes he his a tough grader. I finished the class with a B+ doing the bare minimum. I recommend taking him.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
2.0
COMPI1301
Grade: A+
Jul 24, 2019
Would take again

A very great professor. I would recommend him.

Participation matters
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
2.0
ENG1301
Grade: A
Nov 20, 2019
Would take again

He is great! you will learn alot and its just a great class i would reccomand anyone to take this course

Respected
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
2.0
ENG1301
Grade: A
Dec 17, 2019
Would take again

As long as you go to class, follow his very clear instructions you will pass the class with an A. He breaks down everything for you. Just listen and do the assignments

Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
5.0
2.0
ENG1301
Grade: A
May 7, 2020
Would take again

Professor Opolicky is one of my favorite teachers. He's serious when need be but is super funny as well. He makes the class interesting. When it comes to papers, he gives great feedback and as long as you pay attention you'll pass! He doesn't give much homework but practicing writting the papers helped alot. I found out I love writting papers!!

Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
Hilarious
3.0
4.0
COMPI1301
Grade: Rather not say
May 17, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Professor Opolicky is a good professor, he sets up his classroom with a lot of energy. He has a huge heart for animals. However I have to say that no matter how much work you put into an essay he grades very toughly. I worked on an essay and got a zero for not doing it correctly, at least give students credit for something anything is better than 0

Participation matters
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
5.0
2.0
ENG1301
Grade: A+
Nov 22, 2020
Would take again

If you can TAKE THIS CLASS! I hate English, and I am sure not good at It. I took his course over the summer and It was the best thing that I could of done ! 10/10 The things that I did learn from that class have stuck with me, and helped me a lot along the way.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Hilarious
5.0
4.0
ENGL1301
Grade: A-
Jan 3, 2021
Would take again

Great professor. He notices everything and is totally honest and helpful. Very dedicated.

Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
5.0
5.0
ENGL1301
Grade: B+
Jan 3, 2021
Would take again

I was very happy with the work Prof. O did for me as far as grading my papers and giving me back feedback and it helped me a lot. He is amusing but he is not into joking around. If you don't know the difference, then you won't get it. My favorite professor ever.

Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
Caring
1.0
4.0
ENGL1302
Grade: D+
Jan 14, 2021
Wouldn't take again

no chance for extra credit at all. Will grade as if he wants you to fail. After a certain grammatical errors he just gives a 0. If your document doesn't load correctly on blackboard and if you email it "late"to him then its a 0 as well. Won't answer emails for weeks.

3.0
3.0
ENG1301
Grade: B
Jan 19, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Taking this class with this professor was relatively easy. He gave A LOT of essays, but follow instructions on them and you will get an A. He isn't too strict until he grades research papers, and will take off points for several small details. Overall, do the work and you will pass.

Gives good feedback
So many papers
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
ENG1301
Grade: Not sure yet
Feb 28, 2021
Wouldn't take again

he deserves nothing but an F

5.0
3.0
ENGL1301
Grade: B
Jun 5, 2021
Would take again

The best professor for English. He provides great feedback and grades papers quickly. He gives very clear instructions on how the papers should be written and the layout. There is absolutely no reason anyone should fail this class if they read the syllabus correctly. I loved his class because it was very informative.

Gives good feedback
5.0
2.0
ENGL1301
Grade: A+
Aug 14, 2021
Would take again

I LOVED professor Opolicky! I took his class spring semester online and he was usually fast at grading and instructions for every single assignment were clear as day. I was devastated when I couldnt make his 1302 class work and had to pick another professor. TAKE HIS CLASS!

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
2.0
5.0
ENG1301
Grade: F
Dec 5, 2021
Wouldn't take again

This professor was not supportive at all he graded me harder than any other student ask me did I have a job when I responded yes he ask me why was I there he would not give me the extra credit for going to tutoring. I will never take this class again.

Tough grader
5.0
4.0
ENG1301
Grade: A-
Mar 11, 2022
Would take again

Professor Opolicky gives clear and precise instructions. As long as you follow his instruction to the fullest extent you will pass his class with a flying color. This is the English professor you need to take for ENG-1301 & ENG-1302.

5.0
3.0
ENG1301
Grade: A
Apr 21, 2022
Would take again

Opolicky is a good teacher. The problem is class are lazy and don't want to do anything. You go Opolicky. Is very fair. Helped me endlessly with my paper.

So many papers
5.0
3.0
ENGL1302
Grade: A
Apr 25, 2022
Would take again

Coming from someone who normally struggles in writing, I loved this class. I was scared by the strict syllabus at the beginning of the semester. However, he gives clear instructions and provides examples of every assignment. He responds to emails promptly and is always willing to help. Follow his directions and this class is a breeze! :)

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
1.0
1.0
ENGL1302
Grade: F
Apr 26, 2022

This professor is a hard grader and pays attention to the smallest details and fails you for it. Very difficult to try to raise your grade and show no help when asked. I do no recommend taking this professor. Stay safe

Tough grader
So many papers
Test heavy
3.0
5.0
ENGL1302
Grade: C
Aug 10, 2022

tough grader will deduct for comma errors etc. took summer course but strict on late papers missed one deadline that was on a random saturday, my mistake, but only missed that one essay and the rest of my papers ranged from 86-100 and I made a C. CRAZY okay class but deadlines are EXTREMELY important. Was understanding of ER emergency I had.

Tough grader
Accessible outside class
5.0
1.0
ENG1301
Grade: Incomplete
Oct 9, 2022
Would take again

Prof. Opolicky is a very easygoing and straightforward instructor. I took his online English 1301 class and I can honestly say I wish all English teachers were like him. While each assignment had a handful of reading, it was vital to get an A. Just read the little page or so he gives with every assignment and you'll have all you need.

Get ready to read
Gives good feedback
Respected
5.0
1.0
ENGL1301
Grade: A
May 1, 2023
Would take again

Wasn't difficult to follow the instructions. He literally gives you everything you need on the examples; all you have to do is change the topic. It takes time, but it is not difficult. He always responds to emails the same day. Not a heavy grader either; I lost a few points for grammar errors, but I still got an A on my assignments.

Clear grading criteria
So many papers
Caring
5.0
2.0
ENGLISH1302
Grade: A
Jul 18, 2023
Would take again

I took Prof. Opolicky ENGL 1302 class online in May 2023. I really enjoyed the course. I recommend taking his cIass if your not proficient with writing papers. I can honestly say that he cares about his students, and he will respond to your emails quickly. I made an A in the class.

Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
1302
Grade: A
Aug 7, 2023
Would take again

Prof. Opolicky has very strict yet clear requirements for written essays. I encourage the students to read his instructions carefully before submitting assignments. This class is mainly how receptive the student is. As long as you do so, you can certainly pass the class. He provides useful feedback and responds to questions quickly.

Tough grader
Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
5.0
2.0
1301
Grade: B
Apr 25, 2024
Would take again

Each assignment has clear instructions that tell you how to how to be successful. Read the instructions, get a good grade. Theres 3 essays, a research paper, and a final essay worth 30% of your grade which was just resubmitting an old essay that you correct the mistakes he originally found in them. Not a hard class, just requires time & effort.

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
So many papers
5.0
3.0
ENG1301
Grade: A
Oct 17, 2024
Would take again

Did his 8-week course. Great professor! At first, this class felt overwhelming, but he lays out his strict syllabus. READ HIS INSTRUCTIONS and you'll pass easily! Reiterates everything so you understand what he's looking for. 3 essays, 1 research paper, and 5 "short" quizzes. Responds within a day by email, and helps with any questions you may have

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
Respected
1.0
5.0
COMPI1301
Grade: D
Nov 14, 2024

Many people are saying he's understanding, but he was not understanding towards my situation and still gave me a 0 even though it was late by an hour. Kept failing me for the smallest errors. I followed every of his little instructions for an essay and I still got a 0. Overall not a great teacher, I wouldn't take this class again.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
5.0
3.0
ENGL1301
Grade: B+
Feb 23, 2025
Would take again

Professor Opolicky is a great instructor who provides clear instructions and valuable feedback. The class workload is manageable, and Unstuckstudy proved helpful for study prep.

4.0
3.0
ENGL1301
Grade: A-
Apr 24, 2025
Would take again

I enrolled in his 8-week English 1301 course, and to be honest, I was quite concerned about the amount of work and the speed at which it would be going. However if you simply read his syllabus, you will succeed in his class. The amount of instructions he would provide on the assignments was one aspect of his class that I disliked, but youll do fine

Tough grader
Gives good feedback
Respected
1.0
5.0
ENGL1302
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Jul 14, 2025

One of his essay prompts literally was to persuade a pregnant woman to not get an abortion and vice versa. Then another one was to persuade someone to go to church. Also this guy writes his instructions in absurd detail. There is no need to write 4 pages of instructions my guy, nor is there reason to void someone grades over 5 mistakes.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Lots of homework
1.0
5.0
1302
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Jul 22, 2025

This dude literally writes like 5 pages of instructions for literally the smallest assignments and he will NOT hesitate to fail you if you have any minor mistakes in your essay. If your essays aren't picture perfect I would not suggest this dude at all since you will likely fail. I mean it he will give you a 0 if u have more than 5 mistakes.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
1.0
5.0
ENG1301
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Aug 26, 2025

Mr. Opolicky is a very tough grader, do not take his class unless you are really good at English as Opolicky will not hesitate to fail you if you have more than 5 mistakes in an essay. He also writes so many instructions even for the smallest assignment. There is no need to write 5 pages of instructions for such a small thing. Do not take his class

Tough grader
So many papers
Lecture heavy
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