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Good class conversation that relates the topics to the real world
Overall not a tough class. Lectures are enjoyable and knowledgeable.
Good guy that will teach you a lot. 2 tests and a small project. Also he asks for a copy of your resume.
He was a great professor, he knew every detail and knew how to teach it, he is also very clear when he teaches things and also is very willing to help.
The class is interesting and the professor is specific of the subject he is lecturing. The professor is a easy going to the students.
Ask him anything, he is very wise and educated.
Best professor I ever had!
He gave excellent lectures. Barely needed the book.
Great professor,I really liked that class!
Great professor! Take his class. Very helpful and nice. He wants his students to succeed.
I love professor Sheil! He makes class interesting and is willing to help his students at any time. Read the chapters assigned before class, pay attention to his lecture, and I am sure you will be prepared for his midterm and final exam. Will definitely recommend him!!
He was a Really fun professor. When he says that something will be on the test, trust me... it will be on the test. which btw there were only two tests. the midterm and the final. and there was a really really really easy project. hes pretty cool.
Great Class, Very Interested and funny. Good Professor
THE Greatest professor I've ever had!! Trust me if you need to take Business class you shouldn't think about any other professor. He is very inspirational, has great lectures based on real life. He gives two very easy tests. You will really learn a lot from his lectures! I wish all professors were like him. I hope he teaches BUS 201. Take him!! J
Prof Sheil is one of the top professors I have met. He is very knowledgeable and relates the subject to reality. Definitely take his class!
Take the best notes as possible and get the textbook and you will be good as long as you study before the midterm and final
good class
Great professor.
Really nice teacher, I suggest you to take his class.
One of the best professors! Easy! Gives two tests, one easy project! Very helpful! Wants you to pass the class!! Take this class, you will not regret!
One of the best professors I ever had.
Great professor, funny, makes class very interesting, easy a
Good teacher, very dedicated. Good lecture. A lot participation
THE BEST PROFESSOR EVER. I WOULD LOVE TO HAVE HIM THIS SEMESTER FOR BUS 201 BUT HE DOESN'T TEACH 201. I WILL WAIT UNTIL THE NEXT SEMESTER 100% I WOULD TAKE AGAIN
Would take again for sure. To bad he doesn't teach BUS 201 I would love to take a class with him again. The best professor I've had so far. Wish all were like him!
My professor is awesome, fantastic, fascinating and I learned so much from him. He gives specific examples and simplifies the meaning of the topics. He finds time to listen to our comments and make some suggestions and he is really amazing. I just love my professor because as an enterpreneur, I was able to apply what I have learned.
He is the best teacher That I ever has on my entire college experience Love the ways he teach.
He is awesome teacher, best teacher of my whole life,funny, friendly,easy and cool!
Prof Sheil does an awesome job keeping the class engaged and makes it very easy to understand business concepts. Hes a big Giants fan and has a great sense of humor. He doesn't give much HW but make sure to pay attention for the exam and follow your project. He doesn't ask for much at all except your attention and participation.
Professor Sheil, approach to intro business lecture is based on communications through the class he interacts with the students to get them involved in the art of business collaboration, student inputs, negotiating, and definitely not boring will keep you entertained throughout the semester. Thumbs up!
He's an awesome professor! I wish BCC allowed him to teach all of the BUS classes. He gives 1 project , a mid-term, & final test. His lectures are fun & interesting. You will never get bored! he's sweet, funny & understanding. He will always find a way to work with you so you can pass the class with a decent grade. He's a good grader. TAKE HIM!!!!
Professor Sheil always finds a way to keep class interacted. He makes you really like business not boring. My class met at 6:20-9 on a Friday night and i do not regret it. Best class ever.
This professor one of the best instructor has. Want to learn from a person and not from power point presentation. Take his class
fun and educational. pay attention in class, take notes, and review your notes and you should pass.
Professor Shiel is an awesome teacher. He keeps us entertained all semester, gives us all the notes, and explains chapters in own words so we can understand. He gives 1 project, a midterm and final. Easy if you pay attention and go over the notes he gives you. I recommend him 100%
He is very good and teaches you about real life business. His lectures are interesting. I just wish the exams didn't have so many chapters to study at the same time. I will take it again.
Nice professor that allows to express things with your own words and not just book definitions.
Professor Sheil is passionate about what he does & makes it clear that he wants to help all of his students toward success. He is very personable & full of knowledge. He reads terms out of the textbook that will be on the exam & provides opportunities for extra credit. You will easily pass the class if you keep up with the textbook and attend class
Professor Sheil is a great teacher. He genuinely wants everyone to do well and will help you in any way he can to be successful. He is very kind and humorous. Time flies in his class. Although the class feels more like a discussion than a lecture, you should read the book and study important definitions.
Great Professor. Calm and gets to the point.
Great professor! Great method of teaching! Know how to deal with books! Will miss his class:)
Makes class very interesting and enjoyable. However sometimes students in general will diverge and go off topic. As a result not much time was spent on the chapters, and by the end it was pretty much playing a catch up game.
THE BEAT PROFESSOR EVER! He makes your class interesting and keeps your attention until the end of the class. Very bright professor and Good adviser. I would take it again and I would recommend this class to everyone
He would open up talking about business. Then most the class was a discussion of business topics. He would read out the relevant definitions and let you know what topics were for the essay. He is straight and to the point. You will need to study for the two tests. The projects for the class were easy. He has you pick five stocks and discuss why they went up or down. He will teach you that everything is a negotiation.
Pat Sheil is an asset to the business department. He motivates students, and teaches real life business. He is preparing you for the business world. Very funny and knows his stuff.
Great Professor! Very helpful and fair. Hi makes the material interesting and easy to learn.
answers questions, has lots of experience and is specific as to what his expectations are
He is a very smart and cool person. The class is very enjoyable and you learn a lot. He seems to know about almost everything, definitely if you are looking for a smart and nice professor, go for Mr. Sheil
He is the best professor I've had in college so far. If you wish to learn the real life business, I truly recommend his classes. Native english speaker or not, anyone can really benefit from his honest and helpful teaching methods.
He is a great professor
Actually enjoyed going to classes on a Friday night, you know it's either a good class or a good teacher for someone to say that.
He is very clear in his lessons. As we go through each chapter, he points out the words that will be included in the tests. He also lets us know what essay questions we will expect to see on each test, making it easier for us when they are taken.
Professor Sheil is an excellent professor, who is knowledgeable in business. His real life business experience is a plus. He tells it like it is and is helpful to all students who ask. Great guy.
Professor Shiel is great at his job. He has the best answers with anything regarding business and issues that would arise in the workplace.
Great professor. I will suggest every student who wants to learn business with real life experience and some real good tips which can make you strong as a business man, TAKE THIS CLASS!! Enjoyed each and every minute of this class.
Very helpful, very easy going professor. Gave us two tests this semester, the midterm and the final. Reads the terms right out of the book and tells you the page. Also tells you what would make a good essay question for the exam. Would definitely take him again.
Professor Sheil is one of Bergen's best! He knows what he's talking about and is guides you in the right direction for your future business careers! I am so glad I was able to take his class! Very nice man too! PS. He will having you laughing every class!
Patrick Shiel was a lot of fun to take. He made the content in the course crystal clear and actually interesting. Usually business is boring, but he really knew how to make it fun and added more.
His a good professor and he is very kind His lectures are all interesting.
I enjoyed this class and looked forward to it weekly. Mr. Sheil has many "war" stories to tell (fun). He is flexible and understanding that people have lives and jobs. I would definitely take his class again. You WILL have to study for his exams though. He covers the material so pay attention. GET THE BOOK. You will TOTALLY need it. E-book is fine.
Professor Sheil was a great teacher. I took this class with my sister and we both loved him. We learned alot and he makes it very interesting. Great teacher!
I am currently enrolled in Professor Sheil's class. I must say that I am kind of sad that next week is the last day of the semester. The professor delivers amazing lectures and that helped the semester fly by. Al D.
Great
Great processor, you can clearly see he enjoys teaching and truly cares for his students. Lectures are based on the text and current business events. The professor makes references and gives examples that are easy to understand. No homework, just two projects and tests.
I am a middle age, single mother of two children ( 13yrs and an 83 yr old!). This was one of two classes I am taking after being out of school for many years. Mr. Sheil made the 8am Saturday morning class a very pleasant, interesting, informative and especially easy for me to adjust to the newness of getting acclaimated to a very challenging start.
He is: -well-educated - it was interesting to listen to him -motivating to study and to work for our dreams -caring -straightforwardly His class was always interesting and funny at the same time. He gave everybody a good feeling to come to class and to have fun while studying.
Professor Sheil is the best!!!! Knows what he is doing and always cares for student's future. Gives good advises in regards to finish college and importance of finishing it.
One of the best professors at BCC! Professor Sheil is caring, funny, and good at teaching business because he makes it fun. No quizzes, tests, or homework just a project, midterm and final exam for this class. Study the textbook and take good notes because the exams cover material from the textbook. Overall he wants everyone to ace the class.
Excellent professor
I do have to admit it was pretty hard to wake up and go to class on a Saturday morning but Professor Sheil will keep you entertained. Just answer his question "What happened in business". One of the best professors I've had! With his guidance you will learn valuable life lessons. I definitely recommend him!
good choice, study for tests equals easy A
The first day of class, I was hooked! Professor Sheil engages the class. He starts with "What happened in business today?" and an hour later you've learned so much about the world around you. He encourages the class to be greater than! Knows his business and how to translate it! Loves what he does and does it exceptionally well. Thank you Professor
He was a great professor he made learning fun.
the best professor in the world , my class was on sat. morning , thank i god i had Mr Sheil , he mad the class so easy and funny , something worth to wake up for .
Got the students to engage on the discussions about the on going trends in businesses. A very hilarious professor that lectures in a very easy and understanding way for students to comprehend!
One of my favorite classes this semester! First half of class we discussed what happened in business during the past week. Participate! After that, he reads from the textbook. While reading, Prof. Sheil points out exactly what will be on the test. Study and you'll definitely get an A. Great guy overall.
Professor Pat is a great professor. He simplified the material and makes it easy to understand and apply. He always puts you in real life situations and shows you how to deal with them; business life situations for sure. All in all, this is the professor that you've to take for this class; don't even hesitate! I wish he teaches higher bus levels!!
He is an amazing professor, inspired me mentally and physically
My favorite class in this semester!! He's smart , funny and more important he loves what he does and he simplifies the information plus he gives you the tests' questions in the class so if you don't miss a class and only study these questions he gives you, you guarantee an A.
This professor couldn't be clearer on what he wanted from us, and what we should expect on the tests. Absolutely amazing lectures and by far the Best professor I've had all semester. He definitely knew what he was talking about and made it entertaining . Would HIGHLY recommend and he makes you want to come to all of his lectures.
One of the amazing professors in BCC!!!!!
One of the best classes and professors that I have encountered at Bergen Community College, without a doubt!
Amazing professor , one of the best I had . I really enjoyed this class with him . Professor Sheil inspired us to learn and give the best of us in everything we do . Taking a Saturday class at 8 am I thought It was going to be a nightmare but I actually enjoyed a lot and I learned a lot as well . I never miss any class during this semester !
Professor Shield is highly professional and knowlegable, he has a great way of lecturing and also he is funny which makes it a whole lot more exciting to participate in his class
Professor Shield is highly professional and knowlegable, he has a great way of lecturing and also he is funny which makes it a whole lot more exciting to participate in his class!
Really engaging teacher.
Really fun class and learned a lot about business and stocks. He gave us knowledge he knew we could take out of the classroom. Saturday 8am was tough but he definitely made the time go by smoothly and I would no doubt take this class again!
Initially, I wasn't too invested in business but after having him as my professor, I couldn't help but see business in a different perspective. Every class is always informative and the professor teaches in a way that entertains you. Definitely a class worth taking and a wonderful professor to teach an introductory course!
Amazing lectures
Awesome professor. He knows the material and knows how to explain the subject! He's really good at what he does. TAKE HIM!!!!
Fun lecture based class. Sheil is knowledgeable in the field & gives real world examples & scenarios as well as the content from the book. Transparent syllabus, if you dont show up to the lectures you can probably get away with passing but youre just shooting yourself in the foot by missing out on what he has to provide.
Good class overall
Good Class, lectures are informative
Overall great professor, his lectures were engaging throughout the semester. Fair grader, and always made sure you took down notes, and read the chapters prior to his exams. He also was funny and straight with you with whatever the topics were for discussion. If you ever have the chance to take a course with him, I would highly recommend it.
This professor is very knowledgeable and informative, you might learn more than just the basics from business
Awesome, Funny, but a very Clever man. Highly recommend choosing this professor for an enjoyable learning experience. DO NOT MISS CLASS! WHY? because there are alot to learn from this man, whether it's Business advice from a professional view or personal.
I truly enjoyed every class. He was very entertaining and gave real life examples of the topics that we were covering that day. Make sure you buy the textbook, he teaches straight from it, and also bring it to class as well.
Best Professor I've had at Bergen. His lectures are fun and interesting. You will learn a lot while having fun.
Easy to follow class. Teachers lectures will keep you awake. A definite good choice for business professor.
One of the best teachers I have ever had. Funny, smart, inspirational- amazing lectures. Thank you Mr. Sheil for managing to make a Friday night class fun and easy.
Professor Sheil made this class on a Friday night a positive experience. He was engaging and explained what was going on in the world regarding the topics for that class. Attendance is definitively needed in order to be able to create a review for the tests. I would take one of his courses again.
he is the best professor i have ever had
I had a good chance to learn a business world. The lecture was very inspiring. Prof. Sheil is very energetic. He is a good professor.
I would definitely recommend taking Professor Sheil's class. he is very entertaining which makes the class interesting. participation and attendance is a must! Very easy going and laid back, very funny, and I would definitely take a class taught by him again. work load is not heavy just make sure you show up take notes and study for the exams.
GREAT AND AMAZING. HIGHLY ENGAGED AND CARING. TEACHES YOU NOT ONLY THE MATERIAL BUT HOW TO THINK AS A BUSINESS PERSON. THANKS FOR BEING AWESOME.
By far one of the best professors I have had at Bergen. He is very funny, honest, & to the point. He talks about real-life topics in business which helped put everything we learned into prospective. One project, two tests (midterm/final) but you HAVE to take good notes and STUDY to get a good grade, but it is doable. WOULD LOVE TAKING HIM AGAIN! LT
One of the best professors at Bergen. He makes lectures fun and engaging. 2 Tests (Midterm and Final) and 1 assignment. Attend class and he tells you exactly what's gonna be on the test. Pay attention and its an Easy A.
By far loved this professor. Tells you whats going to be on the test, makes the lectures entertaining with real life situations. Will explain text very well and tell you exactly what will be on the test. Def reccomend
One of my favorite professor to date. Always would put a smile on my face. Was a fair grader and gave a fair amount of work. Was a genuine and nice man. Pay attention and go to class.
Great professor. If you want to learn business take this class. Only 2 exams and he tells you what will be on it. You just need to study.
I wish there were more professors like him, he makes a 3 hour lecture go a lot quicker than it is because of his personality. he encourages participation, offers extra credit, and is just an overall really smart/funny guy. made me confident about about being a business major and clearly cares about his students. definitely get the book.
Would take again
Great teacher, funny and interesting
This professor was great. Very smart and well respected man. He knew what he was talking about and he made me enjoy this business class.
Great all around professor, has all the qualities one would expect from a professor in order to pass the class and succeed.
he is a great professor and explains information thoroughly
He is hilarious and knows what he is talking about when it comes to class content. He is able to give us a real world view on topics covered in lecture. As long as you show up and participate you will be fine.
This professor is very inspirational and does amazing lectures.
Prof. Sheil is knowledgeable about Business and does care a lot about his students. There are 2 tests and a project. He tells you everything you need to study for the tests accurately reflects the class material so take good notes.
I love this professor. This professor is amazing!!! He knows what's he doing. And he makes the boring concept of business very understandable and you will like it! He make the 3 hrs long lectures so funny, I don't feel it's long. STRONGLY RECOMMEND THIS PROFESSOR! 2 EXAMS with directions , if you attend the class, you ll easy pass.
He is a great professor overall. He has a very effective way of teaching his class. I would definitely take this professor again.
This professor is a great guy and gives great lectures.
great professor ever
Excellent teacher
He's awesome
Great teacher, easy to follow
Great professor. Gives only two test and gives hints on what's going to be on it all you have to do is write it down and study it and you'll get an A
Amazing professor! His classes are non hectic and very interactive. Always gives hint on questions that might come on the tests.
One of my absolute favorite teacher. Funny, caring and smart. Just pay attention to him and be interactive in class, and you will get an A.
Amazing professor!!! A pleasure to have been in his class. Would take any business class with him. Made the class super fun and interactive. Would recommend him any time!
One of the best professor, he make the class very easy very good lecture
Great professor! Makes class very entertaining, and is always willing to help you do well. You'll do well as long as you participate and pay attention in every class!
Professor Sheil is so great he makes you understand everything with current events. He doesn't read each word off the book which doesn't make his class boring at all. You only have a midterm & final which you must study but he gives you lots of hints during class as to what will be on the test , so take good notes and you will be more then good.
There are so many tags that I could use to describe my professor. It's so difficult to just choose 3. This professor was easily the most helpful professor I've ever had. I learned more than I thought and I hope to take this mans following-year class again next semester!
Best sacrifice of my Friday nights EVER!!!! Professor Sheil is AWESOME! He gives a lot of useful lessons in business and everyday business interactions. I would totally take him again! If he sees you make effort he will do everything he can to make sure you do well in class. Clear test material. Thank you Professor Sheil for an AMAZING SEMESTER!!!
I enjoy coming to this class on Friday nights, professor gives great examples of life to explain the material, made me become more interested in whats happening in business, if I had a chance to take again I would, get the book and take good notes as they will be helpful for studying
One of the best professors at BCC! I absolutely recommend taking him. There are two major exams--mid term and final, and a project. He appreciates if you show up and participate in class. He's very smart and hilarious, and makes his lectures very interesting. Makes you actually want to come to class on Friday night!
He is an amazing professor. I have learned a lot in his class.
Best Profesor I had in Bergen. He knows what is he doing and he is teaching with passion.
He shows genuine passion for this course. Definitely recommend
Great lecturer and outlines the test for you. Be expected to study for tests, but if you do, it is an attainable 'A.' Two part project and attendance is mandatory.
He is very realistic when it comes to today's business world. My favorite quote from him is "who promised you fair?" and he is right. The world is not fair. A lesson learned from this class can be recycled again later in life.
He is an amazing brilliant, inspirational professor. Gave hints for the exams. He gave examples from real life. He made us follow business and the stock news from the previous week on each class which is really good, and he expalined each issue in a professional, understandable way with the latest information. I know now how to choose stock market.
Take his class. Don't hesitate, you won't regret.
Very intelligent man. Amazing useful real-life stories. If you want an A, you really need to read the book. Only 2 exams and an easy project. Absolutely worth taking him.
Professor Sheil is a GREAT Teacher and Lecturer. He explains the material very well and makes the whole learning process easy and interesting. The professor will make you more aware of business events and you will not even notice when you'll become interested in how is the stock market doing)) He is always ready and happy to answer your questions.
Professor Sheil, is an unbelievable teacher. He keeps the material interesting and gives you examples of the information that pertains to the outside world. Unlike other teachers, Professor Sheil's has an emotional intelligence that other teachers lack. It seems that he cares for his student and wants to see them grow and prosper. HIGHLY RECCOMEN
He was awesome - very clear about what he expected from the students and what he would be grading on. He has an awesome personality - glad I had him for this required course! Do the work & study!
Great teach. Capable of giving solid answers.
He is a great professor. He actually cares about his students and wants you to succeed. Go to class and you will pass.
the professor always prepare the class and it is very specific on the topic on discuss
He is such an amazing professor. Shared his life skills and professional experiences which made me look at work life differently. I would take him over and over again. I wish he taught other classes. He is one of the best professors at BCC.
He really gives you lessons on life and information that you would use in life. You have to know whats happening in business for the week, he discusses it every class. He makes lessons easy to understand, loved his class, would recommend everyone, even if your major isn't business take his class you wont only learn about business.
if you don't take him you are crazy, professor sheil is a nice guy who try to make lectures entertaining and engaging. he only gives two exams and a project but if you go to lecture and take notes you will be good, take him you won't be disappointed you did.
Mr. Sheil is such an amazing guy and he cares about us. I have learned so many things about business out of world from him! He gave us midterms and finals which was kinda easy if only you study from the textbook! he gave us two projects and it was fun! I am looking forward to make my goals out of the world for business like to start my own business
Professor Sheil doesn't ask much from his students. You show up and listen to the lecture and you'll actually learn something about the real world. He's very lenient and makes class interesting. 1 project and 2 test and just participate in class that's all.
He is very kind and good professor. I really recommend this class.
Prof. Sheil is the only guy that can make me pay attention to the business world on a Friday night. 1 project, 2 tests and some participation. Funny guy.
Please take him if you want an easy A and participation matters!!
Goes over key pieces in the book but disguises it as a casual lectures about the real world. He's a great lecturer. Nothing is robotic or read from the book, he just goes over real world issues.
More than good enough to take
Great Professor, Easy A
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He is a really good person. I can say that you can take him class feel free. In his class we have really good and funny conversation. Also i learned a lot of thinks his class because he is teaching style is really good.
Great professor. Really cares about his students understanding how the world works. You wont regret taking him
Great prof. You wont regret taking him! Hes awesome .
He covers important topics and very approachable.
Professor Sheil teaches from the textbook which was extremely informative but most importantly he teaches from real life personal experiences in business. He had us look at whats going on in the world around us as well. I will forever rave about the key life lessons I learned in his class! I ended this class motivated for my future.
Good professor, an easy class
Sheil teaches very clearly and specific, very outgoing guy and I definitely will be taking his classes again if there is an opportunity. Cares about his students and makes class what most teachers dont : fun. 10/10.
Great Professor! Nice material, practical knowledge, sense of humor. If you want to take BUS-101, I strongly recommend to choose this professor.
He's really thoughtful of his students and understands that we r adults and sometimes things happen in our lives that we can't control and always give you a second chance! but don't take advantage of it or else you will eventually fail lol. Really great professor. I took his 8 am class and he tried to make it as fun as possible, rlly great person!
Professor Sheil sets clear expectations and guidelines, just make sure you listen. He's very understanding and accessible. He supplements the textbook material with personal business experience - priceless and informative. His exams are based on the material he covers in class. If you don't come to class, you won't pass. Great professor!
Really great lecturer. Very nice professor. Always kept my interest. I always enjoyed coming to his class, even on a Saturday morning.
Highly Recommend the course and the professor
Overall easy class. Had 2 exams. He tells you exactly what is on it throughout the classes. only 2 projects can both be done day of and within an hour. Very relaxed environment and a professor that will make your life easy.
great overall teacher, knows alot about the class and informative with us. Very helpful when someone has a question.
Best professor ever
He's genuine interest in the subject it's inspirational, first part of the class is talking about what happened in business that week, then the lecture using the textbook. I had this class on Saturdays 8am, and yet, it was my favorite class, so you get an idea of how good he is. Explains concisely, it's fun to learn with him
BEST PROFESSOR EVER explains clear with examples, will tell you what's going to be on the exam, a project divided in two parts which won't take long to do, caring and funny! For a saturday morning class, it was my favorite. You won't regret taking his class
Overall outstanding teacher! Extremely clear with material and makes learning the information interesting.
Amazing professor. He knows everything about business. I am highly recommend this class for everybody.
Great class. To wake up at 8 am for a business class on a Saturday.. i thought it was going to be a drag. However, I actually looked forward to Saturdays because of this class. Professor made it interesting.
Take this class! Interesting, useful, and fun class with great teacher who is extremely fair and passionate about what he teaches. Cares about his students. If you don't pass that's on you for not studying!
There are two tests, a mid term and a final and all of the things on the tests he tells you to write down during lectures. Nothing comes at a surprise and it is easy.
he is very nice professor. take him
He is so friendly, generous. He is very good at teaching and explaining,
This professor was absolutely amazing and a real professional to the end. He explains everything thoroughly and will even meet with you after class one on one to go over any rough spots your having with absorbing his work. He's flexible regarding papers due, etc. He will give you all the tools necessary to pass his class. An excellent professor!
Great professor! Explains topics very well and gives real life examples.
Amazing professor, take him!
The best professor ever. His class is amazing. I would take him again and again and again. Highly recommend all student to take his class because it is so easy class and the professor is so nice person.
The professor will teach you a lot about the outside world. He is understanding and loves telling us stories about his careers which are influential. Make sure you come to every single class because he tells you about the questions that will be on the test. You have to memorize a lot of vocabulary for every test and 2 open-ended questions.
Great guy classes are fun though Im an afternoon class that is fairly long he keeps the whole class entertained the whole time and is fun to listen to. Also an easy grader who is always willing to talk and help you out with anything.
Great Professor!!!
Professor was entertaining. He incorporated a lot of his life experience into his lectures. He gives you the essay questions during the lecture, as long as you memorize the vocabulary words on the side lines of the book you will pass. Never read the chapters and still managed an A. He curves the test so no one fails.
I'm back in school at 61 to change my career. Professor Sheil is very helpful. I have learned a lot about business. He's a great teacher and I thoroughly enjoyed this semester. Thank you
Bus -101 I took the spring class and I enjoyed every bit of the class. I learned a lot in this class. Starting from shares and credit cards . I also came to know a lot about how to open up a business. Its only 2 exams one midterm and final .2 projects. He literally says every thing what you have to study. Overall great professor. Just Take Him!!!
One of the best professor you can have. Respectful and highly professional. Speaks clearly and delivers one of the best lecture. He is a fun person listening too and the best professor I have came across throughout all my professors as this is my freshmen and very first semester. He cares for his students and always encourages and motivates them.
Great teacher makes everyone laugh, never misses class and is never late. projects are easy and overall fun experience!
Professor Sheil is a true professor - he is a well of knowledge that he shared and was welcoming of inquries, questions sharing what he knew- challenged when class ended I felt that I learned something.
Amazing Professor, one of the best I've ever had. I loved his class and I've learned so much. Would love to take him again!
He's a great professor who teaches lessons through his personal experience and great examples to help you learn. I find myself being comfortable in his class and he truly has a passion for teaching people what he knows. His lectures are clear and concise but the only issue I have is he doesn't do a review before the test.
Sheil is a true professor. He was the product of the knowledge he shared and was welcoming the questions that he shared. At the end of the lesson I felt that I had learned something.
One of the few classes I actually looked forward to during the semester. Amazing professor who made the class entertaining.
Great teacher overall. Has an amazing sense of humor and is really respected. If I would take this again, I would.
I would recommend this class to anyone in any business field. Prof Sheil is the best and will give you a lot of relatable personal experiences. He makes class enjoyable and interesting. He gives good life advice too. Pay attention and you will pass.
Great teacher, great class. I recommend him 100 percent.
Professor Sheil is absolutely amazing! He's funny and makes learning exciting. There is 1 project and only 2 tests, the mid-term and final. You MUST STUDY FOR for these tests, it's a big part of your grade. He will provide SOME of what's on the test, but not all, because you are expected to study! He is very easy going and a friendly professor.
A professor with actual experience that will give what you need to know. He doesn't micro manage and actually interacts with the class unlike most professors.
Professor Sheil was great! He made Business interesting with his personal experiences and gave great advice for your future. He makes you be aware of what's going on in business, which is a good thing! His tests are a bit heavy, basically just a midterm and a final: mostly definitions and a couple of essays and some multiple choice. TAKE HIS CLASS!
One of the best professors I've ever had, hands down. Prof. Sheil is very intelligent man and I have learned a lot about the principals of business and economics. I have nothing but respect for the way he runs his lectures. It's very simple : if you show up, you start off with an A for the semester. Very highly recommended
Professor Sheil, was very good at explaining every detail to help you on your midterm and final. Would recommend this professor to everyone!!
This professor is one of my favorites. He's very engaged with his students, and teaches effectively. He's also extremely funny, however He doesn't reply promptly to emails.
If you are thinking about taking a Psychology class don't second guess about this professor. He is an easy A as long as you pay attention. He gives no homework besides just reading material to prepare for exams. If you are ever feeling down or not in a good mood he will definitely make you smile unlike one of those boring professors out there.
Good lecture class.. makes it so you can pay attention and not get bored, also interacts with the class
A great Professor that talks about the subject effortlessly and gets straight to the point with what you need to know and learn (from lecture, right to what will be on the exam). If you show up to class on time and pay attention to the lecture you'll get an A.
This class was pretty easy to pass, just come to his lectures and review the study guide for the test. No homework
This class was fairly simple, show up, read the textbook and study for the tests. Super difficult to NOT get an A in here if I am being honest.
This course was one of my personal favorite I took this semester. The professor has a optimistic attitude which makes the course enjoyable. I'm always looking forward to his class. It's a fair and straight forward class. Read the material and you'll be fine.
Professor Sheil is one of the best Professors Ive ever taken. He talks so much about the things we know and some things we dont know and its very interesting.
Best professor ever��
Professor Sheil was an excellent teacher. His class made me want to switch my major from gen. ed to a psychology major. He made the classes interesting and filled the lectures with knowledge, making me want to learn. I really appreciate Prof. Sheil for taking his time with all the students and for just being a really cool Professor.
I think hes a great proffesor for many reasons. He uses alot of what he has learned in his life and implements it into the lectures. I think thats a very useful tool when teaching because its a lot easier to understand the course material. I also think his easy going personality makes the class a real joy to be a part of .
Great and engaging professor.
He care about you passing the class and he gives real life scenarios he doesn't make you respond back
This Professor is amazing! I loved his lectures and he is a very understanding person in regards to exams! If you have questions he will explain to the best of his ability!
Awesome professor. Very clear on how he grades the exams. Lecture heavy but very engaging
Professor Sheil is an amazing teacher. He's super funny and knows how to keep a class engaged. His class can be really easy as long as you read the chapter and show up for exam reviews. He only gives out two grades, a midterm exam grade and a final exam grade so just make sure to show up to the review classes and you'll get an A.
One of my fav professors!!!! Lectures were always very interesting which made class go by quickly. Show up to class (especially review days), STUDY for the exams he gives and you will get an easy A!
Professor Sheil is great at what he does. He makes learning fun and interesting. As long as you are on your best behavior in class and show up, and do great on the midterm and final, you will pass the class. The class is very helpful if you want to learn and there is not a lot of work other than a midterm and final.
Get to class, read, and pay attention to his lectures because most of what he says is going to be on the test. I took his class on abnormal psychology. There is a midterm and a final. STUDY! Overall, easy A if you put in the work.
Your final grade is based on the mid-term and final exams. On the review days, he will provide some of the questions and terms that might be on the exams. His lectures overall were pretty interesting and informative. It's an easy class to pass as long as read pay attention in his lectures, read the chapters, and study for the exams.
Professor Sheil is an amazing professor. I really enjoyed his lectures and he just made the class itself enjoyable. He is very understanding and really cares about his students. If you have the opportunity to take his course, for sure do it you won't regret it!
doesn't give homework and doesn't use moodle at all. only grades entered are midterm and final, and participation/attendance. overall an awesome professor, very passionate about teaching and always available for his students to chat about what's going on in your life or your grade. 10/10 would take a class with him again
Professor Sheil is a professor who is dedicated to his job and makes learning fun and interesting. I always looked forward to going to his classes. He doesn't give homework just a midterm exam and final exam. I would definitely take his class again. He's also very understanding and caring with his students.
Great lectures, appropriate amount of reading outside of classroom, and fair assessments.
Overall he's a nice guy who knows his stuff. He talks as if he's gonna say something profound but it's never profound lol. Honestly just wish he would give at least one separate assignment throughout the semester since the only two grades are the midterm & final.
Honestly the best professor I ever had would def recommend
Professor Sheil was one of the best professor's I've had at Bergen. He's an amazing lecturer, funny, and really cares about his students. He's a fair grader and homework is light. Just do the reading and come to class and you'll do well. You will definitely learn quite a bit in his class.
Professor Sheil is by far my favorite professor I've had here at Bergen. Professor Sheil really cares about his students and cares about their success. There is only a midterm and final. No homework assignments. I would 100% recommend Professor Sheil to anyone who is interested in majoring in psychology.
Astonishing professor (sit in the front row)
Professor Sheil is probably one of the best professors I have ever had very good at explain topics and really cares about their students.
Professor Sheil cares about each and every one of his students and he wants everyone in the class to get an A. If you get him, sit in the front row the first day and you will get extra credit. His lectures are interesting and he has a great sense of humor. He gives no homework which is good, but the only assignments are his midterm and final.
Very nice person but his way of teaching may be boring for some individuals.
Throughout the course, Professor Sheil tried to create a welcoming and engaging learning environment. He was always available to answer questions, and he frequently incorporated real-world examples and case studies into his lectures. He truly cares about his students,
This Professor was really nice and engaging toward students. His lectures felt more like conversations and were quite enjoyable. Would take another class of his again!
Great at lecturing and very funny
This professor has a lot of ups and downs which depend on what your style of learning is. If you are good with listening he's great. I generally am not too amazing, but found his attitude in class engaging. While he does command respect in that there isn't much of disruption, there were also very few people who would ever actually participate
great professor, knows what he's talking about. 10/10 will recommend
Professor Sheil is a great teacher. It is a lecture heavy class so attendance is important but if you can't make it and you have a good reason he's very understanding.
Professor Sheil is very professional and respectful; his class is fascinating. He doesn't leave homework, but we must study everything we saw in class for the exams. In the same way he likes us to respect his class schedule and not arrive late. He is a very nice person I love this class, I would recommend it to someone who loves psychology classes.
Professor Sheil is funny and incredibly knowledgeable.
This professor is very wise and professional.
Professor Sheil was a great resource for those wanting to go into the field of psychology. He is very passionate about his line of work, has real experience, and is a very fair grader. Lectures were always entertaining and kept me interested, and I would say that he made me even more interested in going into psychology. Take his class if you can!
Professor Sheil, he is a caring person, always available to help us, if one of the students have a personal question, he stay after class and i see him happy to listen and give any adivece. He lectures are amazing, inspirational and caring....
This is honestly the best teacher i've had. He's very respectful and cares about all of his students. He creates a very safe warm environment for everyone, and is open to discussing and hearing out other's thoughts and perspectives. Also the way he words everything is perfect and he makes this course meaningful. Overall he is an amazing teacher.
Going to class was enjoyable, learning felt like an ongoing conversation supported by the textbook and informed by his experience. Nice balance that was engaging and peaked curiosity. Alot of reading but thats the nature of psych, very little assignments so a strong grasp of your own study technique is needed, but thats another good lesson anyway.
Professor Sheil is very engaging and cares for his students, you can tell and he will remind you throughout his teaching which is very encouraging. Overall his classes were always interesting and you learn to see this field of psychology from a different perspective, I would take a class with this Professor again if given the opportunity.
Professor Sheil is a competent teacher, his course is really light due to it being just 2 overall grades but make sure to always note take since he doesn't use the board to teach rather he lectures vocally, he definetely knows the material and uses real life examples. I personally enjoyed his class, I am sorry for being late to them though :')
Really interesting professor. His classes you will be referencing the book. He gives real life examples as well as explaining the material on the pages. He cares about his students and what he's teaching. If you're late he's gonna say good morning to you loudly so don't be late if you don't like attention on you lol. He gives two tests so study!
Engaging lectures and a nice professor.
Y'all, please memorize the textbook definition of Abnormal Psychology.
Professor Sheil is very well articulated. Presents materials well and clearly. Very supportive and cares about his students.
Great teacher. Memorize the definition of abnormal psychology and you will have no problem.
Great Professor, very caring and motivating to his students.
Professor Sheil has been one of the kindest teachers I have had in my three semesters at Bergen. He is caring and understanding toward his students as he allows for extra credit and gives a clear, straightforward review for his exams. He will say what will be on the exams and the rest of the work is your responsibility. Would take again.
Really great professor. Take if you can.
Really helpful and funny.
He is a good professor, I can say that he is an open person when talking about a topic, although the topics are very complex. He sent us our study guide where he summarizes everything. He doesn't give us homework, and he only gives us two exams during the semester. I would like to take classes again with him.
Thoroughly enjoyed the course I took with him, he has a way of explaining the material that makes it crystal clear and able to take root in your mind. I would absolutely take any course with him I can.
Very clear lectures and lots of examples of real life experience. This class does not resumes its importance based on the matter of credits, but an knowlege for life. I was able to develop lifeskill concepts that will be applied on my own journey and might change people that I will deal with in the future thanks to those concepts learned in class.
Great professor. He was funny during his lecture. There was light work and his tests matched the study guide. Overall a fair and fun class.
The class is never boring because Professor Sheil always has a way to entertain the class and never fails to listen to each students opinion or answer their questions. He also always is consistent with showing support for his students future.
His class is very interesting and engaging but has some flaws. The only grades are 2 tests so if you bomb one its going to be hard to bring your grade back. studying for the tests can be challenging because of this. He requires detailed definitions for the first part of the test. This requires memorizing up to 50 words for one test.
Sheil keeps the class interesting. He explains the course material with everyday experiences, relating it to our everyday lives. It is not a challenging course if you pay attention or at least do some studying for tests. The reviews reflect what the test will be like, which is very fair of him. Besides small tangents, it's an enjoyable class..
The lectures were always fun and interesting. Does a great job of keeping a positive environment as well.
Awesome teacher! They know a lot and explain things really well. They care about students and help them succeed. Their classes are interesting and make learning fun. is easy to talk to and always helps students when they need it. They're a great teacher and make school a cool place to be!
Prof Sheil is an excellent professor and public speaker who enjoys what he's teaching. There's a textbook, but it can be found online for cheaper prices. He only grades a midterm and final, both based on class content. No homework assigned. Recommended to keep up with the textbook and take good notes. Overall great class, I'd highly recommend!
He's definitely not my favorite professor but isn't the worst. There's no need to take notes in his class cuz he just kind of rambles. I wouldn't take him again I didn't learn anything new and it wastes my time sitting in class. Focus on the more negative reviews, they're more honest. He's likable though.
This professor is a very well knowledgable professor who knows how to teach his lessons to the class. Some of the lectures rambled into something off-topic on a few occasions. Still, overall it was a very enjoyable class, and I would go and retake the professor in another class.
Professor Sheil is great at what he does, He doesn't give much work besides a midterm and a final, so it's a good idea to keep up with the textbook. It's cheaper online and free on some online websites. He's a great public speaker and will keep the class and lectures very interesting and interactive.
Professor Sheil is very knowledgeable and always made it so students could connect to the lessons through his personal experiences. He doesn't assign any homework, so as long as you follow along with the textbook in class and read a bit of it outside of class, as well as studying for the midterm and final, you'll pass for sure. Highly recommended!!
This is a good professor for this class. He is very understanding and explains the topics well. You have to pay attention to get all the details but overall it is a good class. Study hard for the test. I wouldn't say the class is a lecture heavy but the main part of the class is him talking and writing down notes. 10/10 recommend.
Enjoyed this class, I have a short attention span so just listening to him talk was a little hard for me. No homework only midterm and final overall highly recommend taking this professor.
Overall great professor! Only issue that I had was he would leave the long definitions on the board for only about half a second. YOU NEED THE TEXTBOOK if you miss any definitions in class which you almost 100% will. Only has 2 tests but if you study a normal amount you will do fine!
Professor Sheil's class is engaging, but you'll need to stay focused. The textbook is crucial - use it along with tools like unstuckstudy ai to ace the midterm and final. Overall, a solid choice if you're willing to put in the work.
Reading the textbook is a must because, his lectures are a mixture of him rambling and telling us his opinions. I took this professor for the high rating he as on here. HOWEVER, If you cannot/struggle with learning from a textbook DO NOT TAKE HIM. There is no visual aids in his class, if you are a visual learner, this is not the professor for you.
He is very caring, and understanding. He is does not give like any homework. I would take this class over and over. I have gained so much knowledge and he makes you very prepared for any exam.
Professor Sheil is amazing. Lot's of healthy in class discussions about the topic. Can go on about things not related to the topic but he's a great story teller and always brings it back to the topic at hand. Must read the book, this is a requirement. You will not get all you need from lectures. Grades very fairly.
Professor Sheil is one of, if not, the best professor I've had in my entire life. He is a well spoken, caring professor who can incorporate humor into his lessons. I plan to take another class with him. 10/10!
He is one of the best professors I have had. Every quiz or test, he makes sure the students are very prepared. He is understanding of any situation.
Professor Patrick Sheil is one of the best professors I've ever had. He truly cares about the course material he teaches and is always interactive with his students. If you have a question, he answers it meaningfully. He wants all his students to succeed and does everything possible to help us pass the class. Take his class, you won't regret it.
very cool guy
A professional that really want us to get a better grade on this course, cared for us and really calm and relaxed. Love him as my professor.
He's a really good teacher, tells you exactly whats going to be on the test, cool guy aswell, teaches what you need to know. You will need to study a lot for the midterm and final.
Very good teacher would take again!
He really helped find what I want to peruse. Really cared about what we take away from the class rather than chasing a letter grade. Engaging discussions making you realize he enjoys what he teaches.
Really good professor, teach his class clearly, if you do all you assignments you'll be good.
Very clear with lectures, makes jokes. Makes the lessons fun and explains topics. Very interesting
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