3.7

Norman Spencer

English - Nassau Community College

3.7
Quality
3.1
Difficulty
91%
Would Retake
102
Reviews
3.7
Quality
3.1
Difficulty
3.8
Helpful
3.6
Clarity

91%

Would Retake

102

Reviews

Rating Distribution
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5

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8

1

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What Students Say

He likes to hear himself talk a lot

ENG101 - 2.0 rating

If you take really good notes, you will pass his class

ENG102 - 3.0 rating
Class Info

Attendance Mandatory

90%

Textbook Required

37%

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95% confidence
Based on 38 grades
Most common grades:
A (24)
A+ (7)
Not sure yet (6)
Grade Distribution
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Based on 45 reported grades
A: 24
A+: 7
Not sure yet: 6
A-: 2
Common Tags
Gives good feedback (16)
Get ready to read (13)
Caring (11)
Amazing lectures (11)
Respected (10)
SO MANY PAPERS (9)
Inspirational (9)
LECTURE HEAVY (7)
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ENGLISH101

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Reviews (102)
5.0
2.0
ENG102
Jun 24, 2004

Da illest teacher I've had so far...it's hard not to get a A!!!

5.0
1.0
ENG102
Jul 1, 2004

awsome teacher!!!! just do the papers

5.0
1.0
ENG102
Jul 28, 2004

Really easy teacher. Show up and do the papers and you will get an A!!

5.0
1.0
ENG101
Sep 6, 2004

Most layed back teacher ever, a little reading a little writing =A

5.0
1.0
ENG101
Nov 5, 2004

He said that if u doa paper he will not grade u under a C. Best teacher u just have to do some papers that suck. But thats english

3.0
5.0
ENG101
Grade: A-
Nov 29, 2004

I felt I didn't get anything out of this class. The papers he assigned us had nothing to do with english 101 and we only read one type of literature. He had is own extremely precise method for paper writing and if you didn't follow that you didn't get a good grade. Many nights were spent agonizing.

4.0
3.0
ENG102
Grade: C-
Dec 15, 2004

okay is it just me or is he obsessed with themes of incest and interracial relationships? I thought he was totally weird. His presentation was hard to follow because he was always pausing. But good to choose if you want an easy A.

5.0
3.0
ENG101
Grade: A
Dec 27, 2004

There are only 3 really long papers, but he tells you exactly what needs to be included. Minimal reading necessary, focuses entirely on black history. Do the papers, follow his outline, and you will do well in the class. Easily the most laidback professor, just do the damn papers.

5.0
3.0
ENG101
Dec 28, 2004

he can be a bit boring, but he tells you exactly what to write on his essay

5.0
4.0
ENG102
May 24, 2005

most laidback professor i've had, almost never went to class and handed in two of the three papers for the semester on the last day and still got an A. just get the notes and copy them into the papers.

1.0
5.0
ENG102
Jun 22, 2005

hated him, one of the worst teachers in the school!!! dont think about taking his class.

5.0
1.0
TAKEHIM
Aug 3, 2005

Take him, if you want an A

2.0
4.0
END102
Sep 7, 2005

This guy is a FREAK!.....(THE MATIRIAL HE USES IS GROOS AND FULL OF INSEST AND****AGRAPHY.. verrry disturbing).. Tottaly pulls your grade out of his ass.. He talks really low and continualy loose his train of thought.. he constantly branches off topic... sometimes you might want to shoot yourself.

1.0
5.0
ENG102
Dec 8, 2005

this guy is sick in the head... I would never take his class again.... he never changed his pants... hes gross.... But as long as u write a papaer thats at least 8 pages u will get an automatic A

4.0
5.0
ENG102
Dec 16, 2005

He's a nice professor that cares about his students who show effort in his class. He does give A LOT of work. By the end of the term, I wrote 40 pages worth of his papers. Show up to class and do as he says. His class is easy compared to other eng102 classes(believe me i've taken it twice!). He has a fascination with chinese films and lifestyle!

1.0
4.0
ENG101
Dec 29, 2005

A complete hippy whacko. Obsessed with incest, racism and Oprah. He mumbles incoherently. If you didn't hear what he said don't ask him because he will repeat himself until your ears are ready to bleed!

1.0
1.0
LITERATURE
Feb 27, 2006

will try and impress you with how many drugs he did in the sixties, i think...the way he mumbles it's really hard to know what he is saying...luckily he prefers to show movies with lots of cursing rather than teach. he'll let you re-write all of your papers and he's an easy grader if you put any effort at all into it. just try and ignore him.

5.0
3.0
ENG101
May 12, 2006

Thought he was a pretty cool teacher. Learned a lot about African American culture and the effects of racism. Come to class, do the work and you will get a good grade.

3.0
4.0
ENG102
Aug 16, 2006

All he does is lecture the same thing. He puts a lot of pressure on you because he is very picky on paper writing, which makes the paper hard to write. He pushes his students so much that they end up dropping his class.

2.0
3.0
ENG102
Aug 24, 2006

he never changes his pants. wears the same black outfit everyday. wears rings on like all of his fingers. sits realyl weird on his desk and just babbles on about his weird life from the south aka hes imbred.if ur a girl ull most likely pass every paper even though they have to be like 500 pages a paper, oh and yea hes obsessed with china

1.0
5.0
ENG102
Feb 12, 2007

He is awful professor i have never seen is my life. You have to write 5 to 6 pages essay and alwsys rude and talk to much. i advice u donot take him . if u take him u will get F in class.

4.0
1.0
ENG102
Apr 24, 2007

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1.0
3.0
ENG102
Jun 4, 2008

This man was absolutely horrible, he never explained what he wanted and had the nerve to pull me out of the final and told me not to bother taking it, that i failed his class... and i quote "I didn't even get a chance to read it, but i know it's not good enough to pass" When he never even specified what he wanted from the paper...HORRIBLE

2.0
4.0
ENG102
Sep 17, 2008

His class is mostly a self teach. He is a goof off and he does not like to teach. Therefore he encourages you to drop the class. I managed to pass his class, but that was only by luck. I suggest that you avoid taking his class.

1.0
5.0
ENG102
Nov 13, 2008

got a horrible grade on the first paper; didn't even specify what he really wanted. after a few more class he encouraged me to drop the class or take an F. extremely liberal and doesn't care about anyone's opinion but his own. its his way or the highway. only had this prof. by means of "f cluster registration." i would never recommended this prof

3.0
4.0
ENG102
May 19, 2009

When Prof Spencer teaches, he often "over-teaches," frequently repeating the same information day after day, and often intimidates his students about the work. He asks you to write 3 or 4 essays, most of them on films of interest. If you type a good deal of college-level pages for him, exceeding his expectations, you'll receive satisfying grades.

3.0
4.0
ENG101
Dec 28, 2009

repeats the same information day after day .. he tells you that you have to do a lot of work but ends up never looking at it or making you hand it in .. when an essay is due though make sure its on time and if you put a lot of effort into it youll get a good grade

3.0
4.0
ENGLI102
Jan 3, 2010

THis prof is very boringggg...This class stresss me alot...YOu read alot of short storie and then write essay discussing information about the book... He very hard to understand but at the same time pretend like your concern and you will pass>>>

2.0
3.0
ENG101
Feb 23, 2010

OH MY GOD i don't even know where to begin with his professor. When u say he's boring, he really is BORING! He rambles on and on about the same exact things and he talks in a low tone where you cant really understand what he's saying. If anyone gets him as a professor i high suggest get someone else!!

4.0
2.0
COM101
May 19, 2010

i kno hes a old fashion prof. who is somewhat boring..well go to his class w a cup of coffee why dont u!jus listen to wat he has to say..he is very detailed on discussin analysis..u jus hav to kno how to write a long paper ranging 6-8pgz worth..if u take notes nd ask him questions nd can make ur own opinion ur gud! ovrall 3 paperz whole semester

5.0
1.0
ENG102
Sep 3, 2010

not a bad teacher. he speaks in almost inaudible decibels though so sit close to the front if you want to have a clue as to what hes saying lol. just do your work on time and you should have no problem getting a high grade in his class.

4.0
2.0
ENG102
Sep 6, 2010

if you take reaaally good notes then that will basically write all of your papers for you. i understood every story we read because he explains everything so well. hes very big on note taking and if you actually do a good job youll have no problem writing an 8 page paper. i got an A on all 4 of my papers because i took notes during his lectures

5.0
2.0
ENGENG
Dec 21, 2010

this Professor is amazing, he has taught me to analyze papers in ways that i never would have thought of( or that any teacher bothered to o) he truly cares about the students well being and often gives you chances to re write. Deff recommend! good luck!

3.0
3.0
ENG102
Jan 3, 2011

You go to class, he lectures, and you take notes EVERY SINGLE DAY. He's hard to understand and gets an angry tone when you ask a question which is amusing. If you apply all of the notes you should be taking to your papers you'll be alright.

3.0
2.0
ENG102
Jan 30, 2012

If you take really good notes, you will pass his class. Pay attention to what he says because he speaks very low. Sometimes he gets mad at students that don't pay attention. He is very repetitive. Overall I liked him, easy class.

4.0
2.0
ENG102
Dec 23, 2012

Easy class if you take detailed notes during his lectures. He can be a tough grader, but is fair. I would take his class again.

3.0
3.0
ENG102
Apr 18, 2013

Yikes, I know you're going to be intimidated by this guy when you first see him. But you need to sit up close because he speaks in a low tone. Be prepared to take a lot of notes if you want to pass his class. Three 10+ page papers so get ready to work. I'd probably take him again.

4.0
1.0
ENG102
May 25, 2013

if you listen, you'll do well. he basically gives the answers, MUST take notes, you'll fail without them. he is fair, got an A in his class but many people got bad grades by not taking notes and not handing essays in on time. genuinely nice guy though

5.0
5.0
ENGLISH101
Jun 30, 2013

great professor! a lot of work but he explains everything in depth. If you don't like reading or writing dont take this class. I feel well prepared and did great in my eng 102 and literature course and I think it was do to Prof. Spencer

4.0
3.0
ENG102
Dec 25, 2013

Prof. Spencer was very intimidating during his first class but as the semester went on unrealized that he isn't that bad. We had to read three Hirt stories, one book, and watch two films. Trust me you don't have to read any of the stories because he covers it all in the notes and you use the notes for the three essays that you have to write. I got a B+

2.0
4.0
ENG101
Jan 17, 2014

3 - 12 page papers... if you cant take notes dont take this class. you can literally turn your notes into complete sentences and have an A paper. sometimes gets off track.. nice guy but speaks very low, sit towards front

3.0
3.0
ENG101
Apr 11, 2014

OH GOSH ! talks extremely low and he is SO boring!if you are good at essays that are more than 14 pages long and you like to take notes than ok take his class other than that he is very easy and calm gives us mostly everything there is to know but my interest went to the floor

1.0
4.0
ENG101
Grade: A
May 22, 2014

You will be intimidated on your first day. He speaks in a VERY LOW TONE even when sitting up front so be prepared to try to listen. If you're not a good notetaker, then he isn't for you as you are taking notes every minute. Also, he assigns 3 10+ page papers. Stay away if you aren't familiar with handwork. Tough class for lazy students.

5.0
1.0
102
Grade: A
Oct 8, 2014

You'll get to write a lot of essays that are each 10+ pages long. At first I was like I'm not going to do well in this class because it's a lot of writing but towards the middle it wasn't as bad as I thought it would be. Movies, reading and essays is what you'll have to do! I got an A! He is the best, great stories, great man.

1.0
5.0
ENGLISH101
Nov 5, 2014

He's a nice guy and has interesting stories but does not know how to teach a class. He sits on the desk and rambles on, if you take notes and copy word for word and turn into sentences it'll help when you write the insanely long papers he assigns. Not very clear about the assignments, his grading is absolutely ridiculous.

1.0
5.0
ENGLISH101
Nov 5, 2014

He's a nice guy and has interesting stories but does not know how to teach a class. He sits on the desk and rambles on, if you take notes and copy word for word and turn into sentences it'll help when you write the insanely long papers he assigns. Not very clear about the assignments, his grading is absolutely ridiculous. Do not take this class!

3.0
3.0
ENG102
Grade: A+
Nov 30, 2014

He was hilarious. If he likes you, you're set, but if you don't show up to class and don't do any work, then he'lll make your life a living hell. He goes easy on the girls I've noticed. I got 2 B's and an A and she gave me an A + for the semester. He's really into asians

5.0
1.0
ENGLISH101
Dec 17, 2014

If you take great notes, there is no reason not to get an A

4.0
2.0
ENGLISH101
Grade: A+
May 11, 2015

This professor is very clear with what he requires. Take the notes and he will practically write the papers for you. Analyze and Participate in class. He's a really nice guy and very respectful

2.0
3.0
ENG101
Grade: B+
May 19, 2015

He is really tough to understand, he wears the same outfit every day so be prepared. He likes to hear himself talk a lot. You will not pass the class if you do not write down what he says word for word. He makes you write essays that are 8-11 pages long. This past semester we had to write three of them!

2.0
4.0
ENG101
Feb 14, 2016

I sit in the front row next to the radiator and I honestly cannot hear a word he says. But it doesn't matter because he just repeats himself constantly anyway. For 10 classes now he's just been talking about the paper. He also makes you write a draft/mini-paper for every part of it. So really there's no way you can get a low grade on the papers.

3.0
4.0
ENG102
Apr 11, 2016

Prof. Spencer is not too bad of a teacher, he has his funny moments and his boring moments. he assigns 3 10 page or more papers throughout the semester. and you have to watch a few films and read novels he isn't a difficult teacher, the work just is. just pay attention and read. one problem. HE SPEAKS SO LOW YOU CAN BARELY HEAR!!!!!!!! annoying.

5.0
3.0
ENG102
Grade: A-
Apr 15, 2016

He's a great teacher basically writes the easy in class, just take the notes and you got an a

4.0
3.0
ENG102
Grade: A
May 20, 2016

Prof. Spencer was a very good professor. Although he assigns about 4 very long papers, like 8-10+ pages. he gives good feedback and is always there. take good notes, and you will pass. and thats really it.

4.0
2.0
END101
Grade: A+
May 23, 2016

Papers are long 8-10 pages, take good notes and you'll do great!

4.0
2.0
ENG102
Grade: A
Oct 25, 2016
Would take again

Amazing professor. Gives great lectures. Doesn't give out notes but if you come to class and take you're own notes you'll do well on the papers. Does give long papers but the papers are really easy to write if you takes notes. Show that you're trying hard and participate and you'll do well in his class.

3.0
3.0
ENG102
Grade: B
Nov 15, 2016
Would take again

One of the most interesting professors I've ever had. He wears all black everyday and probably has seen some sh*t back in Vietnam. As far as the class goes just spark notes for the books and he makes you watch some good movies to, so just watch those and the tests and essays are relatively easy.

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
2.0
5.0
ENG102
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Nov 15, 2016
Wouldn't take again

This teach is quite the mystery. While he is kind & caring, he has an odd outlook that only makes his classes all the more difficult. With his expectations of several long papers (5-10+pages) he decodes the literature in truly bizarre ways. Attendance is a necessity if you want to understand his interpretations. Very quiet so ask to repeat a lot.

Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
SO MANY PAPERS
3.0
3.0
ENG101
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 3, 2016
Would take again

Spencer is hard for students who are visual learners because all he does is lecture, but The class itself is not difficult itself, you read 3 books and write 3 papers, each in sections, so its not too much for anyone to handle and your final exam is a movie. Take plenty of notes, he appreciates hard work and effort. Speaks low, but notes reallyhelp

Tough Grader
SO MANY PAPERS
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
4.0
ENG102
Grade: A
Dec 19, 2016
Would take again

I am beyond grateful for this man. I was having a hard time managing my classes and approached him about it. He worked with me and encouraged me to put in the work in his class. Take plenty of notes during his lectures and listen to what must be included in the essays and you WILL do well. Papers are long but if you listen they are easy.

Gives good feedback
SO MANY PAPERS
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
4.0
ENG102
Grade: A
Dec 19, 2016
Would take again

This class was personally extremely intriguing. He requires you to watch great movies with impacting themes. He cares about the well being of his students as long as you show him respect. He will work with you to pass just listen closely to his requirements. He was awesome. I respect him a lot.

Inspirational
SO MANY PAPERS
Caring
1.0
3.0
ENG101
Mar 14, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Terrible . He is repetitive and does not make sense half the time ! All he does is lecture . Very harsh grader as well.

Tough Grader
SO MANY PAPERS
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
4.0
ENG102
Oct 24, 2017
Would take again

Gives multiple chances on 8-16 page papers to rewrite for better grade

Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
LECTURE HEAVY
3.0
3.0
ENG101
Dec 13, 2017
Would take again

He wasn't that hard of a professor . Prof spencer gives three papers , first , second , and then final research paper. they weren't terrible. he gives you the option to rewrite the first two of you don't do well. this was helpful. he's hard at hearing so speak up. he's not mean at all just listen and take notes , i.t helps. overall easy

Get ready to read
SO MANY PAPERS
Tests? Not many
4.0
2.0
ENG101
Dec 14, 2017
Would take again

Professer Spencer... truly one of a kind. A very interesting man that deserves respect. Veteran, extremely worldy and an overall good person. Professor Spencer gives 3 papers (8-10 pages) and a simple final. Professor Spencer pushed me to the best i could be and was never hard on me becuase im not the best writer. Overall legendary man.

SO MANY PAPERS
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
Caring
4.0
3.0
ENG102
Dec 20, 2017
Would take again

Prof. is a good professor, he is pretty clear of what he expects from you. His classes consist of reading passages and sharing your thoughts on them with the class. He does have hearing problems so you have to speak up a little bit. He also assigns a few research papers on some topics he discusses in class. He will help you with them if you ask.

Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
4.0
ENG102
Grade: A
Jan 6, 2018
Would take again

This professor speaks very low so you should always try to sit close to him. Other than that he is AMAZING. Very understanding professor you just have to talk to him and let him know whats up.

Get ready to read
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Caring
5.0
3.0
ENG102
Jan 15, 2018
Would take again

Professor Spencer is a great professor. Take notes and you will be fine.

Respected
Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
5.0
1.0
END102
Grade: A
Apr 19, 2018
Would take again

Amazing! Changed my life! Inspired me to be a person of history influences, like he does all over and again.

Respected
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
5.0
1.0
ENG101
May 10, 2018
Would take again

My name is Nakya Clark and I have honestly enjoyed my English 101 class with Professor Spencer. The way he teaches us students how to interpret something so small into something even more greater is an excellent writing skill. I advise all students to take his English 101 course and above. GREAT teacher GREAT skills. Will be going for his 102 class

Inspirational
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
ENGLI102
Grade: A
May 12, 2018
Would take again

By far the best professor! He is very understanding to "people have lives", especially 8am classes. His papers are easy if you follow the guideline (which he gives out & goes over it piece by piece). He wants none of his students to fail, will allow you to re-write papers for a better grade. You do have to provide yourself with the books.

Gives good feedback
Respected
SO MANY PAPERS
4.0
4.0
ENG102
Grade: A
May 16, 2018
Would take again

Professor Spencer is a kind old man. He often speaks very low so make sure to sit in the front. He assigns 3 long papers through out the semester. His papers are required to be more than 10+ pages long. As long as you take notes and follow the guidelines it's easy to meet the page mark. If you show up on time and do your work, it's an easy A.

Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
SO MANY PAPERS
4.0
4.0
ENG102
May 21, 2018
Would take again

I have had an interesting and rewarding experience with Professor Spencer. This professor requires you to work above and beyond to create extended essays and gather ideas for them in class. He grades his essays fairly and will be able to tell who is responsible and hardworking. His class will allow you leave with new and enhanced varying skills.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
1.0
ENG102
Dec 12, 2018
Would take again

Experienced professor, who will ask you to write papers about lectures you can relate to real life making you think and ask questions. He wants you to learn how to write, observe the world and think. Just pay attention, start writing when he asks you too and you will get an easy A.

Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
Inspirational
4.0
3.0
ENG102
Dec 12, 2018
Would take again

Professor. Spencer is great teacher that had many experience through out his life. He does give out long papers but they are easy and interesting. He gives us a few books to read and watch interesting films. Overall, he's an amazing teacher and an easy grader. Just listen and take notes.

Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
3.0
ENG102
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 17, 2018
Would take again

Professor Spencer is a very understanding professor , very laid back , u can turn in papers late, does not take points off , my papers were not the best and he gave me a chance

Tough Grader
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
1.0
ENG101
Grade: A
Dec 18, 2018
Would take again

Professor Spencer's class is very easy he's very laid back and allows his students to rewrite papers for a better grade. he give 3 long paper which isn't even that bad because he gives you so much time to complete them. I would take him again it was an easy A.

Gives good feedback
5.0
3.0
ENG102
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 20, 2018
Would take again

Professor Spencer is a great person. Be prepared to write impressive papers and most importantly, take notes. Not an easy A, but if you do what is required of you then youll be fine. Hes also hilarious and a very interesting person.

Respected
Participation matters
Caring
5.0
3.0
END102
Grade: Not sure yet
May 15, 2019
Would take again

Hes a good professor that understands peoples lives go Beyond the classroom, you dont have to stress over due dates. Very interesting class as well not your typical English 102

Respected
Get ready to read
Lecture heavy
5.0
4.0
ENG102
Grade: Not sure yet
May 15, 2019
Would take again

Professor Spencer is a great professor! I wish I had him for my English 101 course previous semester, he was very flexible and willing to work with students as well as making it clear what he expected from us. Make sure you take notes and pay attention during lecture and you will do well in his course.

Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
ENG101
Grade: A+
May 16, 2019
Would take again

Excellent Professor who is very informative and knowledgeble. Enjoyed the course.

Get ready to read
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
4.0
3.0
ENG102
Grade: A
May 17, 2019
Would take again

He was great, having three 10 pg papers, 2 of which you can re write, and will work with you. Mainly, you have to follow what he says and his guidelines and get to know him, you can earn an A. Sometimes class is boring and can get unclear, but definitely a class to consider for those who like to write long pages.

Caring
So many papers
5.0
5.0
ENG101
May 21, 2019
Would take again

He more than a professor was my mentor. As he said in one of his classes , his class is like a boot camp to learn how to write good paper college . His assignments are long and kind a hard, but he is very helpful. Also, is great person who help me with a bad racial issue with other professor in campus not letting me drop the other class and I pass

Inspirational
5.0
3.0
ENG101
Grade: A
May 22, 2019
Would take again

Professor Spencer is a great professor! he is very flexible and willing to work with students as well as making it clear what he expected from us. He make sure you take notes and pay attention during lecture and you will do well in his course. He is very helpful man. I highly recommend him.

Lecture heavy
Caring
So many papers
5.0
2.0
ENG101
Grade: A
May 22, 2019
Would take again

Very nice teacher, pretty fair. Submit your work on time he will love you. He loves professional and motivated students. Taking him again

5.0
4.0
ENG101
Grade: A+
Jul 3, 2019
Would take again

A good professor prepares you for the next level of a subject, a great professor sharpens the very lens through which you view life. Professor Spencer is a seriously great professor. I walk away from his class with a deeper understanding of my life and my role in this world. I feel greatly indebted to him, and it was a privilege to have had him.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Inspirational
5.0
3.0
END102
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 16, 2019
Would take again

He talks very low so get a seat up front because taking good notes is the key to passing his class. Hes very lenient about due dates and rewriting papers for a better grade. He gives you a guideline on how he wants the paragraphs written. Im not the best student but he gave me a chance. I would 100% recommend taking him. You will learn from him.

Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
ENG102
Grade: A
Dec 22, 2019
Would take again

Professor Spencer is an all around great professor. He discusses in class exactly what he wants in your papers and you can also rewrite your essays if you want a higher grade. Professor Spencer has an interesting background which gives some flavor to the class. He is also very approachable and has lots of office hours when he welcomes students.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
ENG102
Grade: A
Dec 24, 2019
Would take again

Dr. Norman Spencer is paitent and likes to engage with struggling students. He gives extra time if needed. Just keep up and put in the effort. Easy A if you listen and take notes. It was a pleasure to have Spencer's ENG102 class.

Gives good feedback
Caring
So many papers
5.0
4.0
END102
Grade: A
Dec 24, 2019
Would take again

Professor Norman Spencer is a man. He is very fair with his grading and willing to help you to work things out. Do not cut classes because his lectures necessary in his essays. Pay attention in his class, do whatever he ask you to write and make sure to be nice with him. He will help you to get a decent grades. NO HOMEWORK, NO TEST, and NO QUIZ.

Lecture heavy
Caring
So many papers
5.0
4.0
END102
Grade: A
Dec 24, 2019
Would take again

Hes the best professor. I took him for 2 class and I was glad to take him. Hes such amazing and his background is very interested. You gotta listen him and take good notes. You dont take notes and dont listen to him, YOU WILL FAIL. Talk to him, show him you are concerned and give your BEST. Ill miss him a lot . Highly recommended

Inspirational
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
1.0
ENG101
Grade: A+
Jan 9, 2020
Would take again

Your essays will be easy as long as you take notes. Clear grading criteria & flexible due dates, gives you insight, very straight forward, ye s the length of the paper is long at times but the notes he gives practically forge your essay along with your own input & interpretations. He's very culturally open and very respectful to all walks of life!!

Gives good feedback
Respected
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
ENG102
Grade: A
Apr 23, 2020
Would take again

he's the sweetest! if you do all your work on time you'll be good. make sure you put in time to write your papers, he likes when you write a lot & include your personal opinion.

Inspirational
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
ENG102
Grade: A+
May 1, 2020
Would take again

Professor Spencer is an amazing professor. He provides clear guidelines to the papers assigned, gives you all the notes needed for the essays in the lecture. He cares for his students and wants to see all of them do their best. As long as you go to class, take notes, and ask questions, you should not have a problem receiving a good grade.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Graded by few things
5.0
4.0
END102
Grade: A
May 5, 2020
Would take again

Hes a great teacher, so inspiration. You will only pass if you work for it! Read, do the essays, they are only to help you and teach you more about the world. He will work with you, just have to meet him halfway and you will definitely get a A!

Get ready to read
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
2.0
ENG102
Grade: A
May 8, 2020
Would take again

Professor Spencer is amazing! Yes, he cares about you getting your work done but so does every professor. There are 4 ten page papers but by writing down his notes, it won't be as bad. They actually help you when you're writing. He gives good insight. As long as you participate and show that you care he will help you get the grade you want !

Gives good feedback
Respected
Graded by few things
5.0
4.0
ENG102
May 11, 2020
Would take again

All you have to do is pay attention and you will definitely understand. Make sure to copy down the notes while he is teaching because it is helpful for your papers.

Clear grading criteria
Respected
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
ENG102
Grade: A
May 11, 2020
Would take again

Prof. Spencer gave me the ability to understand why I think the way I do. In his class, he talks about the papers and what's expected. All you have to do is just copy down the notes. Beware, he talks low so it is best to not sit in the back of the classroom. Overall, he is a wonderful man and is well respected.

Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
ENG102
Grade: A
Jul 11, 2020
Would take again

He is amazing and always ready to help students. All you need to do is copy down the notes because it is really helpful for your papers, he gives enough time to write the papers. He also allows students to re-write the papers.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Amazing lectures
1.0
5.0
ENG101
Grade: D
Nov 17, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Don't let the good reviews fool you. I took him a few years ago. I almost didn't pass his class. He expects you to type very long essays. I had to do more than 10 pages. He's also very critical if you don't follow his directions correctly.

Lots of homework
So many papers
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
ENG101
Grade: D-
Aug 22, 2021
Wouldn't take again

I had Norman Spencer in the Fall 2013 semester. I hate him. He gave me an F on my Sonnys Blues paper and embarrassed and humiliated me in front of the class so the entire class knew my grade of an F. I will never read another story by James Baldwin or Alex La Guma ever again!

4.0
2.0
ENG101
Oct 5, 2021
Would take again

he's very accommodating. he gives clear outline on what he's looking for in his papers. if you get a bad grade, he lets you write the paper again and gives you tips on how to fix it.

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