3.4

Paul Rodgers

English - Henry Ford College

3.4
Quality
2.8
Difficulty
39%
Would Retake
138
Reviews
3.4
Quality
2.8
Difficulty
3.4
Helpful
3.4
Clarity

39%

Would Retake

138

Reviews

Rating Distribution
Official

5

59

4

21

3

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2

8

1

34

What Students Say

He is not clear with ANY assignment whatsoever

ENG135 - 2.0 rating

A friend recommended him as "amazing" but I found him to be the opposite

ENG132 - 3.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

61%

Textbook Required

46%

Grade Predictor

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Predicted Grade

B+

95% confidence
Based on 46 grades
Most common grades:
A (14)
B (11)
Not sure yet (7)
Grade Distribution
A(14)B(16)C(7)D(2)F(0)A-/B+(8)
Based on 57 reported grades
A: 14
B: 11
Not sure yet: 7
B+: 6
Common Tags
Tough grader (26)
Gives good feedback (11)
Hilarious (10)
Graded by few things (10)
Get ready to read (8)
Respected (6)
Participation matters (5)
Amazing lectures (5)
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Ratings by Course

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4.7

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3.8

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ENG131ONLINE

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Reviews (138)
5.0
3.0
ENG080
Apr 5, 2004

No Comments

5.0
3.0
ENG135
May 14, 2004

Ton of assignments, but overall easy as long as you stay up on the work. Very friendly, very helpful - would RECOMEND!

5.0
1.0
ENG135
Aug 11, 2004

Loved his class

5.0
2.0
ENG132
Aug 11, 2004

No Comments

5.0
3.0
ENG131ONLINE
Mar 28, 2005

Rodgers is a great teacher, very funny. Quite a few assignments but not hard to keep up. I would recommend him and plan on taking him for 132.

5.0
1.0
ENG
Oct 11, 2005

Best ever!

5.0
2.0
ENG131
Jan 11, 2006

helpful teacherand tries his best to let his students succeed

3.0
3.0
ENG135
Jun 12, 2006

what do you do in class? Do you have tests and quizzes in the class? or research paper???

5.0
2.0
ENG131
Aug 24, 2006

He's a really good teacher, tries to start up random conversations on random things. Likes to know your opinion. His essays aren't hard and you don't really need to use the book. He either explains what you should have read or gives a handout. If you took a Research Analysis class in high school with a good teacher this class will be extremely easy

5.0
2.0
ENG132
Dec 18, 2006

He's very cool and very knowlegable aout topics. His assignments consist of 5 essays for the semester no extra work, it is easy overall, the grading is fair. I would recommend to every one.

5.0
1.0
ENG135
Feb 22, 2007

he is the best teacher in henry ford,he is very easy,and make you love his class.i strongly recommend evey one to take it with him.

4.0
2.0
ENG131
Jun 18, 2007

Rogers is a very good teacher and he makes his class interesting. I was actually excited to go to his class becuz he always starts interesting discussions. We did write a lot of essays but they were mostly short in class essays. Not a lot of homework. If you are good in English and writing I would recommend him.

5.0
4.0
ENG132
Aug 11, 2007

I liked MR. Rodgers class. Hes very nice and explains things very well. Everyone in 132 has to do a research paper, and I dont think he was too hard on the grading but he made us do a speech about it, so keep that in mind if you dont like speeches

4.0
4.0
ENG131
Aug 15, 2007

had for english 131 and he is a nice guy but does not really teach anything which is hard for people who dont know how to write a good paper. he makes comments on your papers but thats after you make the mistake and you cant re do it.

5.0
1.0
ENG131
Oct 2, 2007

Mr Rogers is very helpful,great to learn with,makes English fun,i would take him again if i could

5.0
1.0
ENG132
Nov 30, 2007

AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!

1.0
4.0
ENG135
May 15, 2008

Rodgers' was very cool!!! He has an interesting sense of humor. I didn't feel anxiety going to his class. Actually, I looked forward to it, unlike my other classes. And eventhough I got a C+ in the class, I really learned alot. That guy who called Rodgers an "a" hole must have been pissed about a grade or something. Rodgers rocks!

5.0
1.0
ENG132
May 30, 2008

He is a great teacher, he's hilarious and he really interacts with the class, he doesn't just lecture but everyone is involved in discussion and it is quite interesting, you will enjoy learning in his class, he's very blunt. Helpful.Essays are easy because he discusses everything! research paper at the endbut its a breeze:) i strongly recommned!

4.0
1.0
ENG131
Jun 16, 2008

great teach so easy

5.0
2.0
ENG132
Jun 24, 2008

listen hes a cool guy he really gets along with his studendt and is really smart. hes also very funny. im pretty sure that everyone in our class would think the same and the speech at the end is sooo easy. take him if you hate english.

3.0
1.0
ENG135
Jun 24, 2008

Paul is a relatively easy teacher, however he can be very annoying. He tended to be late... a lot, way to much, and he contradicted himself a bit. His assignments were easy though. A lot of in class memos and stuff like that and one research paper as the final. He's easier than most so take him.

3.0
1.0
ENG135
Jun 24, 2008

Paul is late to class a lot, but he is easy. Sometimes he doesn't make sense. A lot of in class assignments, like short memos.

3.0
1.0
ENG132
Jul 2, 2008

great easy going, intimadating at first but than his true humoruos side comes out

5.0
1.0
ENG135
Oct 13, 2008

Teacher was easy to understand. He was always right on time to class. His assignments were for practical every day use and were easy if you had comprehension of the english language.

4.0
2.0
ENG131
Oct 23, 2008

Kinda funny;easy; personble and assignments arent too difficult;often late to class

4.0
1.0
ENG132
Nov 20, 2008

P Rod is the man! He always shows up late for class cause he prints off papers for like 10 min. Hes funny, hes cool, he knows what he is saying, deff the best teacher at HFCC! you wanna take an english class? TAKE RODGERS! not hard, very easy, easy easy easy!

5.0
4.0
ENG131
Dec 12, 2008

Great class, learned tons about writing and becoming a better person.

4.0
1.0
ENG248
Dec 16, 2008

this professor makes the class hard but take it with him, all exams are open book and if you show up you'll be fine but his grading methods are tricky so always make sure you bring those notes but its an easy going class

5.0
1.0
ENG131
Jan 20, 2009

Great Teacher!! Very knowledgeable and clear. Attend class and you will be fine. He has an open door policy and will help you in any way that he can. I would definitely take him again. I got an A. Rodgers rock!!

5.0
2.0
ENG131
Feb 16, 2009

I'm currently in his class, I like him, he is a good guy, and he doesn't put on a "mask" in class like some professors, he is himself in class. He hasn't been on time to class yet, but its all good. I am not a fan of his attendance policy though, 3 absences and you fall a letter grade. Other than that I like his class.

5.0
3.0
ENG135
Mar 23, 2009

Ok well, yeah he is nice and all, his homeworks are easy, in class, hardly any take home. Funny guy. BUT, i so close to an A- and he would round me up!!! i was hella pissed. But whatever.Will take him again but this time i am gonna fight for my A!!!

5.0
1.0
ENG135
May 6, 2009

Great teacher and helps alot. A ton of work is expected but this class will show you how to become a better writer. Attendance police is a different, just come to class do your work. Take him

3.0
1.0
ENG135
Aug 27, 2009

This man has never attended 3 straight classes. Rodgers missed at least 40% of the semester. Alright personality but he has ethical problems. He listens to females openly and is very fair grading female assignments. On the contrary, doesn't really listen to males and is more harsh when grading. HFCC, where did you get this man from? lol!

5.0
2.0
ENG093
Nov 12, 2009

Funny and very helpful does come to class late though but overall great professor I'm taking him for 131 and 135 assignments are easy, and your final is a term paper please take him you won't regret it

5.0
2.0
ENG248
Dec 20, 2009

I have taken Professor Rodgers for two classes. He has helped me to become a better writer and more culturally diverse. He is an honest, passionate teacher and knows bs when he sees and hears it.

5.0
1.0
ENG131
Feb 3, 2010

Best professor everrrrr!

4.0
1.0
ENG131
Apr 11, 2010

Great Teacher! He is very funny, and still gets the job done.

2.0
3.0
ENG135
May 10, 2010

this teacher is confusing @ times, late to class often, and missed class half the time. seems too interested in making friends then he is in explaining what he wants from you.tells you 1 thing to fix,then marks you down when you do. confusing at times-in class assign. are easy. no tests.dont miss class or you will get behind. take 131 and 132 1st

5.0
4.0
ENG131
Jun 25, 2010

Professor Rodgers turned out to be the best teacher I ever had! He cares about ALL his students and it shows. I was told prior to registering for the class that he was having health issues. This didn't slow him down at all; I could tell some days he was tired and didn't look well, but hey, we are all human. I learned so much about writing!

1.0
5.0
ENG131
Jul 21, 2010

He asks his students to be in class everyday and on time, while he comes late almost every day. He grades very unfairly. I killed myself in his class and got a B-, when I am an A studen. He grades by your appearence not your writing. Very sick. He also have ethical problems!!!

5.0
3.0
ENG131
Dec 6, 2010

Mr Rodgers is a trooper. He handles his business even in troubled times. He is a riot. He makes shocking statment just to get your attention and get the conversation started. My favorite teacher.Uses the Longman Writer. Big on MLA format.

5.0
3.0
ENG131
Dec 6, 2010

Mr Rodgers is a trooper. He handles his business even in troubled times. He is a riot. He makes shocking statment just to get your attention and get the conversation started. My favorite teacher.Uses the Longman Writer. Big on MLA format.

5.0
1.0
ENG093
Dec 11, 2010

this teacher was great! his essays were easy, very good topics, even tho attendence mattered he wasnt strict about it, hes very helpfull, and hes cool with late work once in a while

5.0
1.0
ENG131
Dec 18, 2010

Professor Rodgers is awesome.. conversations are always exciting and interesting in class. He can be brash and random sometimes.. but very funny and sincere. He is very cooperative with students when helping with papers. I tried to take him for 135 but his class was the first one full with no seats left even before out semester ended. Told you!

4.0
2.0
ENG131
Apr 26, 2011

i love this guy!!!!!!!!!! so funny, very easy, can explain very clearly, he is very helpful.. even if u turn in something late he is very understanding!!!!!! love him easy A

5.0
1.0
ENG093
May 2, 2011

GREAT teacher. He knows his stuff & is very funny so he makes coming to class very fun ! I would recommend him to ANYONE !

5.0
3.0
ENG132
Aug 31, 2011

great guy! really enjoys teaching and interacting with his students. i feel better about my writing now that i had his class. nice to have a teacher who actually cares that you learn. priceless in this day and time!

4.0
2.0
ENG093
Dec 17, 2011

amazingggggg professor, he really enjoys teaching class and jokes a lot. He will help improve your grade in the class and also let you revise every essay you turn in. you get ONE QUIZ the easiest test I've ever received, & i will honestly tell you i suck at tests/quizzes and it was sooooo easyyy! LOVE THIS CLASSS. he rarely shows up too hahah.

5.0
1.0
ENG248
Dec 20, 2011

I Love love love love Professor Rodgers!!! One of the best teachers HFCC has to offer. Very very smart. I hate I only had one class with him before graduating. Highly recommended.

5.0
1.0
ENG248
Dec 20, 2011

I Love love love Professor Rodgers!!! He's the best teacher I've had at HFCC. He is very very smart and funny too, I just hate I only had him for one class. I highly recommend him. If this wasn't my last semester I would definitely take him again.

5.0
1.0
ENG248
Jan 6, 2012

A great man....very smart and makes learning fun.

5.0
2.0
ENG135
Feb 10, 2012

Hes the best teacher at HFCC really smart and knows his stuff. I highly recommend him. He's not easy but definitely not hard either. Goto class and be involved you'll do great.

5.0
2.0
ENG23
May 4, 2012

very good will help u if needed. nothing but words about him towards the end it gets busy but he will help u

3.0
2.0
ENG135
May 10, 2012

I had him for spring 2012 , I simply hated the way he teaches the class. Personally I only learned from the assignments not him especially that he was absent for 10 times.

5.0
3.0
ENG132
Jun 7, 2012

He is the best English professor ever. He is really funny and tells interesting stories. For a 7 week spring semester there was a lot of work but it's nothing to complain about. If you work for your grade and do as he says you will be solid. His format for assignments are just like WSU. Don't let him intimidate you the 1st day of class. Take him!

1.0
4.0
ENG248
Dec 17, 2012

Worst Professor to date. Very rarely did he actual discuss the literature. He mostly talked about God and our purpose on this planet. He made a point to tell us that he was not "working class" rather, "professional class" and made 250,000 a year. Class act. ha. Late every day as well. Do not take him. Never posted grades the entire semester either.

5.0
1.0
ENG093
Apr 23, 2013

He is ammmmmaaaazing,loooovvee him, he is the best teacher at HFCC. he helps u with every easy and the topics are interesting. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!!!

4.0
2.0
ENG132
Grade: B
Aug 20, 2013

The best English teacher I've ever had. He makes the class interesting and his assignments are pretty straight forward. You get chances to improve your essays and one on one conference sessions to let you know where you stand. I waited for a spot in his class just to take him for 131 and 132. Absolutely the best!!!

2.0
4.0
ENG135
Dec 4, 2013

He doesn't realize he teaches at a community college and not a university. He is not clear with ANY assignment whatsoever. NEVER responds to emails and super hard on his grading... I'm in the class now and i'm so embarrassed that I probably have a B in his class.

3.0
3.0
ENG135
Dec 8, 2013

I enjoyed going to class and learned a lot. Mr. Rodgers on the other hand was always late to class. Never responded to his emails. He was absent for a couple days and didn't email any of the students or put a note no the door. He gives you a chance to make up work but very strict on grading. I noticed that he also favors students. Good luck!

5.0
1.0
ENG132
Dec 31, 2013

The Best English teacher ever english 093- 131 & 132 !! Take him

5.0
1.0
ENG132
Dec 31, 2013

Best english teacher , take him

3.0
3.0
ENG132
Jan 5, 2014

Professor Rodgers was not as good as I expected him to be. A friend recommended him as "amazing" but I found him to be the opposite. He was very political and always had an opinion about EVERYTHING! He was late almost every class and had unexcused random absences. Oh well, at least I got an A...

1.0
4.0
ENG135
Grade: Not_Sure_Yet
Apr 26, 2014

Mr. Rodgers is the worst professor I have ever had. He is VERY picky on how things should be done and does not help you fix your mistakes. He is hardly ever in class or his office. He taught me that he knows everything and that I was always wrong. Do yourself a favor and do not sign up for him.

2.0
4.0
ENG132
May 5, 2014

Definitely one of the worst professors I've had in my 3 years at Henry Ford, he doesn't explain his assignments enough. After he assigns a project he will assign another one to work on when the first one isn't even done. He showed up late to class almost everyday and was very sarcastic. You will be teaching yourself if you take him. DON'T DO IT.

1.0
2.0
ENG135
May 22, 2014

Really on of the worst, he is actually not that hard, but he does not explain the assignments well,he always comes in after 30-40 mins of the class, and when he gives an assignment the next day he gives another one.

1.0
5.0
ENG132
Jul 11, 2014

Bad Bad Bad not recommended

5.0
1.0
ENG093
Jul 23, 2014

BEST TEACHER EVER! I would recommend him to anybody who loves English or not. He is not hard & he helps you out and lets you revise your papers. He also jokes around with us and we have a good time. I don't have any complaints with him. He's amazing best English teacher ever.

5.0
1.0
ENG132
Grade: A
Aug 2, 2014

Great class. There is a lot of writing and it takes open minded thinking. I learned a lot from this class and not just in writing but learning why people do things they do based on their circumstances. He is late every day, count on that. You do have to take time and put effort into your papers. It's called being an adult.

3.0
1.0
ENG132
Grade: B+
Dec 24, 2014

He's okay but grading is off, also he always comes late to class and keeps us 15 mins after class.

5.0
1.0
093
Grade: B+
Mar 3, 2015

he is the best teacher I ever had. he is very understandable and always there for students. I wanted to take him again for eng 131. but he said he does not teach it. I will take him again. he is very respectful. he makes the class fun and uses a lot of examples when teaching. I learned a lot in his class.

4.0
3.0
ENG131
Jun 24, 2015

he's a good teacher he's realistic with his assignments. very helpful do the work the way he explains it. period.

4.0
2.0
131
Grade: A
Jun 30, 2015

great, great,great

5.0
2.0
ENG131
Grade: A
Nov 12, 2015

Three words to describe him: Down -to-EARTH! By far the coolest professor I have EVER had. He makes class fun, gives realistic feedback and reasonable assignments. Took him for ENG131 and I'm returning back for 132. Definitely a MUST take professor. Do the work, don't miss class... easy A.

5.0
3.0
ENG131
Aug 31, 2016
Would take again

Hilarious! Love the class, always find my self laughing. His essay grading is okay and fair. Oh one more thing his final exam is easyyyyy! Not even an essay. Study the study guide and that all u need to pass. I wish I took him for 132 :(

Gives good feedback
SO MANY PAPERS
Hilarious
4.0
2.0
ENG093
Sep 1, 2016
Would take again

great!

Participation matters
1.0
5.0
ENG131
Grade: C+
Oct 28, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Mr. Rodgers is the worst professor I have ever had. He is not clear on how things should be done. He is hardly ever in class or his office. Do yourself a favor and do not sign up for him.

Tough Grader
GROUP PROJECTS
LECTURE HEAVY
4.0
3.0
ENG131
Grade: A
Dec 11, 2016
Would take again

Great professor. Easy grader but does not give the best feedback. Five essays total, no quizzes, but another essay in class for and questions based on notes for final. Very nice and funny

SO MANY PAPERS
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
1.0
ENG131
Grade: A
Apr 8, 2018
Would take again

Great Professor and very interesting discussions in class.

Inspirational
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
1.0
1.0
ENG131
Grade: B
Aug 27, 2018
Wouldn't take again

cuts grades because he failed to explain something to you and is biased

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
TEST HEAVY
1.0
2.0
ENG131
Grade: A-
Aug 31, 2018
Wouldn't take again

never at his office, late to class and expects students to know everything. cut marks for apparently no reason and makes up college rules.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
5.0
2.0
ENG131
Grade: A
Dec 16, 2018
Would take again

Had Professor Rodgers for last years fall semester, I am only here because of the slander Im seeing on his name here. Dont let the recent ignorant comments fool you, this is one of the best and most interesting teachers at HFC. He makes class enlightening not through just great lectures but great stories and theories outside of the subject as well.

Inspirational
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
4.0
3.0
ENG131
Feb 14, 2019
Would take again

Great lectures I loved coming to his class everyday to learn hes a great guy very happy he was my morning because I actually looked forward to going would definelty take again

4.0
2.0
ENG131
Mar 26, 2019
Would take again

Easy class he isnt very strict on grading do all your work completely and it should be an easy A or B last 2 essays are a lot of work but he makes it as easy as he can for you

4.0
2.0
ENG131
Apr 2, 2019
Would take again

Easy class his discussions are amazing hes hilarious and has a great heart I love having him as my professor, 4 essays first two are very easy last two require work but if you put in the work the result should be nice do ALL journal entrys and take down all notes no reason why you shouldnt finish with an A or B

4.0
3.0
ENG131
May 5, 2019
Would take again

Great guy hes so funny I loved coming to his class everyday he is very fair do all journal entrys take all notes and the first two essays r very easy the last 2 r rough but he helps and he grades very fairly do your work and should be easy A or B

3.0
4.0
ENG131
Oct 30, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Do as best as you can and you should pass

Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
5.0
2.0
ENG131
Grade: A
Nov 26, 2019
Would take again

great teacher, very down to earth ,and class discussions were amazing

Gives good feedback
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
2.0
ENG131
Grade: A
Dec 3, 2019
Would take again

Professor Rodgers is an amazing instructor and I would seriously recommend taking his class. He genuinely cares about his students and wants to teach life skills in addition to writing. He gives great feedback on papers and helps you get an A. You have to try really hard to get below a B in his class. Very easy going and lets you print in class.

Gives good feedback
Hilarious
Caring
4.0
4.0
ENG131
Grade: B+
Dec 12, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Extremely kind and also gets the class focused. Not a lot of essays compared to other teachers but the essays are tough.

Gives good feedback
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
ENG131
Grade: B+
Dec 18, 2019
Would take again

Professor Rodgers. One of the best professors at HFC. This man has the most amazing lectures you will ever receive, some are even life-changing in my opinion. Rodgers is very down to Earth, and he also has his moments when he is down-right hilarious!! First 2 essays are easy, last 2 are tough, but I highly recommend this professor for English 131.

Hilarious
Amazing lectures
Caring
1.0
4.0
ENG132
Grade: B-
Dec 20, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Be expecting to write papers back to back !! Each paper is at least 6+. And each essay is due within week an a half of the day he assigns the paper. Ridiculous! Very cocky says He makes 6 figures so him being late to class doesnt matter. I respect professor Rodgers because he did teach well. But the due dates and how he wants his paper is extra.

Respected
4.0
2.0
ENG248
Grade: A
Jan 9, 2020
Would take again

He was a good lecturer, he didn't just talk about the subject but about the world it's self. The only thing that was bad was that he grades essays a little harsh, like each conjunction is a point off and don't use past tense talking about literature. You do need to read a lot of the stuff, but that's a given taking an english class.

Get ready to read
Inspirational
So many papers
3.0
4.0
ENG131
Jan 14, 2020
Wouldn't take again

I took him for English 131, first of all on the first day of class he let you guys know that you probably wont get it in his class and you will have to work for it. And even if you work for it you probably wont get it either. His directions are confusing and his quizzes are very hard and he never curves them.

5.0
1.0
ENG131
May 16, 2020
Would take again

Honestly, my favorite english class I've ever taken. Such great discussions in lectures. He is not too tough of a grader and if you take notes on what he discusses you should be fine. He will help if you have any questions and even does meetings to discuss your grade halfway through the semester. Best teacher ever!

Gives good feedback
Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
3.0
4.0
ENG131
Grade: B+
May 21, 2020
Would take again

Great guy dont get me wrong, but with everything going on with corona this class didnt play out well. We were graded harsh and it was hard to even contact him without us being able to be at school. Started off great and well Im not happy with how it ended.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Graded by few things
Tough grader
5.0
2.0
ENG131
Grade: A
Aug 9, 2020
Would take again

I took Professor Rodgers online during the pandemic. Professor Rodgers was very clear about everything in class. Always answers questions and willing to meet you through Zoom for additional explanation.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Clear grading criteria
5.0
2.0
ENG135
Grade: A-
Oct 20, 2020
Would take again

He's a great teacher. The class was a "business english" class so it was very laidback and easy. He's a funny teacher. Talks to student as if they are equal to him. The final paper was us telling him what grade we believe we deserve. I obviously said I deserved an A (I deserved a B but have to shoot your shot,) He gave an A-. Take his class!

Gives good feedback
Respected
Inspirational
1.0
5.0
ENG135
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Nov 4, 2020
Wouldn't take again

the Worst and biggest mistake ever. Don't take this class he does not explain or do lectures he assumes that you know everything forgetting the fact you're taking this class to learn. BIGGEST MISTAKE EVER MADE STAYING THIS LONG.

5.0
3.0
ENG135
Grade: A
Dec 22, 2020
Would take again

Took Mr. Rodgers in Winter 2020. Likely my most important class throughout HFC as I carried more skills from it than any other. Effectively teaches you how to write in APA format, communicate in a business setting, as well as writing up resumes, memos, and other important documents. Was very accommodating when the pandemic set in. Great overall.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Participation matters
3.0
4.0
ENG131
Grade: A
Dec 30, 2020
Wouldn't take again

There are not that many things to be graded from (100 points in total), and he's very picky with grading. He also formats things a little differently than how the book wants it. He attended 2 funerals this semester, so I can't give much feedback on how fast he grades and responds. It was stressful not knowing what my grade was during the semester.

Get ready to read
Graded by few things
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
ENG131
Grade: Not sure yet
Mar 17, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Poor with grading in a timely manner. High expectations for an Intro class. He expects you to know things that have not been gone over yet. Difficult to reach, responds to emails 3-4 weeks later. Rude and makes unnecessary comments. I felt like I was in Sociology or Psych not English with topics of assignments.

Graded by few things
Tough grader
2.0
4.0
ENG131ONLINE
Apr 8, 2021
Wouldn't take again

As an intro to an English class, his expectations are too high. He never responds to emails, and takes weeks to submit grades for assignments. There is only 85 points for the entire class, and he is a tough grader. He gave feedback on the first few assignments, but I haven't gotten feedback on assignments since. 83% in his class is considered a C.

Tough grader
1.0
5.0
ENG135
Apr 28, 2021
Wouldn't take again

VERYYYYYYYYYY awful teacher it was a BIG MISTAKE he never replies to his emails and he doesn't explain anything he gives the assignments and never go over them he thinks you know what he wants from you I dropped the class because he never responded to my questions about the assignments. DON"T TAKE

Lots of homework
Group projects
1.0
4.0
ENG131
May 3, 2021
Wouldn't take again

PLEASE take this class with any other prof if you can. He doesn't respond to emails and takes weeks to put in grades. Very few assignments in this class so one bad paper will ruin your grade. He is also a picky grader but gives no feedback so if you are a weak writer going in you WILL fail. Don't take his class

Graded by few things
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
ENG131ONLINE
Grade: B-
May 10, 2021
Wouldn't take again

THE WORST professor I've ever had. Never replies to emails, and one of the hardest graders especially for an INTRO to English class. Not a lot of points in class, so if you do bad on one paper good luck getting your grade up. Doesn't release term paper grade. told me he gave me a B- because he was being "generous" Im a 4.0 student up until now.

Graded by few things
Tough grader
3.0
3.0
ENG131
Grade: B-
May 11, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Hes a very picky grader. He gives worthy feedback on papers. It seem like getting an A in his class would be obtained by people thats really pursuing writing. Im not a lazy student either, I strive for and maintain As in all of my classes. The papers are a breeze but even double checking, going step by step on how he wants it landed me a B- smh

Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
Tough grader
1.0
4.0
ENG135
Grade: Rather not say
May 11, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Harsh, Rude, and has super high expectations for a prerequisite course. Did not make effort to contact us he would just email us once a week and move on and if u email him ur lucky to get answered. Extremely picky grader too and NEVER EVER grades assignments on time. Im a 4.0 student until this class. DO NOT TAKE HIM EVEN IF U THINK IT MIGHT BE OK

1.0
4.0
ENG131
Oct 12, 2021
Wouldn't take again

He never grades work on time and makes the excuse that its because its harder online. You will not know ur grade until the end of the semester and will only give you feedback on the first few assignments. Extremely picky for a person who doesnt try himself.

Tough grader
2.0
4.0
ENG132
Grade: C
May 20, 2022

He grades harshly, noone in class received in A. Not clear how he wants assignments set up (font, style, etc). then complains about it in his feedback, gives you a C for every assignment because of stupid things like font style and citing, he looks at every little thing you do & takes so many points off for minor mistakes, I used to get all A's

Tough grader
Group projects
So many papers
1.0
5.0
ENG
Grade: B
Jun 7, 2022

Stay away from this professor at all costs. Hands down the worst instructor I have ever come across. Very unorganized and power hungry.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Graded by few things
1.0
5.0
ENG135
Grade: Rather not say
Jun 23, 2022

This was honestly the worst experience I've ever had with a professor. He does NOT respond to emails (in an online class), and is incredibly unfair with his grading. I am in contact with all the students in this class, and not a single student received above an 80% on any assignment. That is insane, and this guy is awful. Avoid at all costs!!!!

Tough grader
Lots of homework
2.0
3.0
ENG135
Grade: B-
Jun 29, 2022

Honestly surprised I ended up with a B in the course. This guy is really condescending and overall pretty negative along with being really nit picky in his feedback. I received one A in the class and I was pretty proud of myself when that happened lol.

1.0
5.0
131
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 19, 2022

I did all the work for this class, never summitted anything late, yet for every assignment I turn in he manages to deduct me points. He responded to one of my assignment saying "Great job this sounds good" yet he took away points with no explanation. It's not that I don't put in the work, it's that he has such high standards and is very picky.

Tough grader
1.0
3.0
ENG248
Grade: Not sure yet
Feb 9, 2023

He does not answer emails or respond to Moodle in any timely manner. He only decided to respond after I reached out to advising for his superior's email. Overall bad experience and would not recommend this teacher.

Graded by few things
4.0
3.0
ENG135
Grade: B
Apr 10, 2023
Would take again

(Fall 2022). His jokes keep the room lively. Honestly was hard for me to get an A on any assignment. He would take points for the smallest error. The assignments were easy, but to get a good grade put in the extra effort on design elements or presentation. Final exam was an easy multiple choice, and a final report. Participate and ask questions.

Tough grader
Participation matters
Hilarious
5.0
2.0
ENG135
Grade: B
Nov 20, 2023
Would take again

Pr. Rodgers is very clear on his assignments and grading scale. This class was a hybrid class and usually gave assignments a week to complete. Group Projects he gave us a good two weeks time. I think the assignments were fair for the class and submission was fair. Great personality and is very kind.

Participation matters
Group projects
So many papers
2.0
4.0
ENG132
Grade: C-
Dec 21, 2023

the class is out of 100 points so literally every point matters. Make sure youre a pro at formatting ur essays right because he will take off a lot of points. doesn't give actual feedback on ur work, only complains about ur formatting.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
2.0
5.0
ENG132
Grade: B+
Feb 2, 2024

I am someone who loves writing, he made me hate it. If you are someone who wants an A and usually gets them, do not take this class! He refuses to give out A's even if they are deserved. He has an incredibly small grading scale and will take points off for the simplest formatting mistake. Very picky with what he wants you to write as well.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
1.0
3.0
ENG23
Grade: Not sure yet
Feb 10, 2024

I rewrote this a few times and that's more effort than this professor puts into communicating. Take this class if you like ambiguous instructions, the inability to work ahead, and day-of due dates. It's an inflexible course for no good reason and I'm so tired of dealing with profs like this.

1.0
5.0
ENG132
Grade: Not sure yet
Feb 26, 2024

He is rather awful. Professors like him are the reason that students drop out. Please do not take him if you want to succeed.

Tough grader
5.0
3.0
ENG135
Grade: B-
May 1, 2024
Would take again

he's just a funny guy, really good lecturer. the thing is though his feedback is lacking so for example if you hand in a 60% worthy rough draft, he's usually only gonna give you enough feedback to get you up to an 80% unless you really push for criticism.

Group projects
Hilarious
Graded by few things
5.0
3.0
ENG135
Grade: B
May 1, 2024
Would take again

He's the man

Tough grader
Caring
Respected
1.0
5.0
ENG135
Grade: B
May 5, 2024

He is a tough grader and he will never give an A no matter how hard you work, I worked so hard for every project and he always found something to take points from.

Tough grader
1.0
5.0
ENG132
Grade: C
Aug 14, 2024

DO NOT TAKE HIM. YOU WILL NOT GET AN A. He grades harshly he never ever gives A's. Nobody in the class received an A. If you are a good writer he will make you hate it. Never ever take him he is terrible. Take someone else. I am a great writer and still I received a C. This guy will make you hate life.

Tough grader
So many papers
Graded by few things
1.0
5.0
ENG132
Grade: B
Aug 20, 2024

This is one of the WORST english professors you can take at henry ford gives little to no feedback in your actual writing, only complains on the format and comes up with new format complainants for each new assignment you turn in. If you dont want an A take this class because he doesnt ever give out A's no matter how much effort you put. Terrible.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Graded by few things
1.0
5.0
ENG132
Grade: C
Aug 25, 2024

DON'T TAKE HIM. He's the worst professor I've ever had. you will never get an A or B in his class. He has bad communication with students and unclear assignments. NOT answering his email... he's also giving random grades. He's not doing his job as well as it should.

Tough grader
3.0
4.0
ENG135
Grade: B
Dec 9, 2024

Tough grader, but lectures are engaging. Frequent feedback, though lacking at times. Unstuck study proved helpful for review. Overall a challenging but worthwhile class.

1.0
4.0
ENG132
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 4, 2025

DONT TAKE HIM!!!! YOU WILL NEVER GIVE YOU A DECENT SCORE.

Tough grader
1.0
5.0
ENG135
Grade: B
May 3, 2025

I'm struggling in this class because my teacher rarely responds to emails, and the grading feels unclear. Assignments often lack enough instructions, making it hard to know what's expected. We also had to buy a $60 book that we've never used, which feels unfair and unnecessary.

Tough grader
1.0
5.0
ENG131
Grade: C+
May 4, 2025

He doesn't teach, he just vibes with the syllabus while gaslighting students into thinking they're the problem. Clear explanations? Nonexistent. Fair grading? Random at best. Worst academic experience ever. Do not take a class with this man unless you hate yourself.

3.0
2.0
ENG131
Grade: A
May 6, 2025
Would take again

Rodgers is a decent professor, but be warned... he LOATHES contractions. You WILL get marked down if you use contractions in your writing. In fact, I think that is why a lot of people are saying they got bad grades. He is fine otherwise. My only other criticism is that he goes on way too many tangents. Do not buy the textbook, we never used it.

Tough grader
Participation matters
1.0
5.0
ENG
Grade: B
May 7, 2025

Professor never responds to emails, never gives clear explanation on assignments and does not want to help in any way to improve your writing rather just discussing and explaining the issue , not respond to help emails. Puts in grades fairly late not , and is a pretty tough grader not engaging nor helping 0/10 do not reccomend this professor.

Tough grader
1.0
4.0
131
Jul 4, 2025

honestly he was terrible. probably has hearing issues

Get ready to read
Lots of homework
1.0
5.0
ENG132
Grade: D
Jul 12, 2025

Not a good professor

Tough grader
5.0
3.0
ENG131
Grade: A
Aug 15, 2025
Would take again

Professor Rodgers breaks it down for you; he makes sure you understand precisely what you are doing in English 131. I struggle with a TBI from a car accident that I was in: he understood my situation and gave me grace because of it. Professor Rodgers is no joke, and his class is not for the weak. I decided to take English 135 for the fall of 2025.

5.0
2.0
ENG131
Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 13, 2025
Would take again

he's not that bad of a professor. If you follow instructions correctly and do your work on time, it wouldn't be hard.Not gonna lie he stressed me out on the first essay,I thought I had to finish in class and submit in class,but he's actually very understanding and gives you time.I don't like writing, but this class is not bad.Don't buy the textbook

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Respected
1.0
5.0
ENG131
Grade: C+
Dec 14, 2025

I would rather transfer to another school to avoid Rodgers. We had mandatory office meetings with him one on one for our essays each time. He would tell me how good it was and then proceed to give me a 70 each time! I went to seek help one time and he was very rude in a group session mocking my work that I did based off his instruction!

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