4.5

Paul Shenkler

Communication - Bergen Community College

4.5
Quality
1.5
Difficulty
91%
Would Retake
102
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4.5
Quality
1.5
Difficulty
4.5
Helpful
4.6
Clarity

91%

Would Retake

102

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What Students Say

This class was a joke

CMDA220MSU - 2.0 rating

took him for communication speech 101

COMM101 - 3.0 rating
Class Info

Attendance Mandatory

87%

Textbook Required

76%

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95% confidence
Based on 16 grades
Most common grades:
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A+ (6)
A- (1)
Grade Distribution
A(14)B(1)C(0)D(0)F(0)A-/B+(1)
Based on 17 reported grades
A: 8
A+: 6
A-: 1
Incomplete: 1
Common Tags
Gives good feedback (4)
Participation matters (3)
Clear grading criteria (3)
Hilarious (2)
GRADED BY FEW THINGS (2)
GROUP PROJECTS (2)
Skip class? You won't pass. (2)
Group projects (2)
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Reviews (102)
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SPE111
Dec 23, 2003

Very great teacher! He talks about his personal experiences and makes the class very entertaining. I would take him again!

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SPE011
Feb 26, 2004

He is the only down to earth professor in BCC.

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SPE101
Grade: A-
Feb 27, 2004

Mr. Shenkler is very hard to keep up with and he loses track of what he is talking baout all the time. He also mixes up words often when he speaks, which leads to confusion among the students.

5.0
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SPEECH
Apr 15, 2004

No Comments

5.0
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SPECOMM
Apr 15, 2004

Awesome freakin teacher. If u follow directions and do your work which is not hard at all you will def get an A in his class. Smart man knows his material and teaches it very well. Funny guy, cracks jokes. I had him at night and the time flew by. :)

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SPE111
Jun 28, 2004

he's an ok guy, can be a bit rude at times, but he keeps class entertaining, and was easy and a fair grader, i'd take him again

5.0
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SPE111
Nov 18, 2004

awesome teacher - highly recommend taking his class - makes it fun and keeps it interesting - easy grader

5.0
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SPEECH101
Dec 8, 2004

He is an awesome teacher, he really knows what he is talking about. I have learned a lot in that class, and have noticed that he has helped others in their areas that where needed. I would take him any day for any class. Makes class fun also which is an A in my book!

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SPE111
Jan 8, 2005

My first semester at Bergen & he was one of the best Professors. He's funny, cool, and always crack jokes. Everyone is always laughing and he's also a easy grader. I would take him again if I had the chance. He's a great Professor!!!

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SPE101
Feb 2, 2005

Nice guy, funny, definetly take him, easy A

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COMM101
Apr 18, 2005

Very nice guy and very funny... he made a pretty boring class very interesting. He helped me get through my fair of public speaking.... take this class!!!!!

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HISDAUGHTER
Apr 25, 2005

Hello All Students! This is Prof. Shenkler's daughter, Carolyn. I would like to thank you all for the kind words you have said about my dad. He tells me all about you guys and really enjoys teaching all of you! Good Luck on finals!!

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SPE111
Apr 26, 2005

very cool guy. he is funny when he picks on a group of people in the back. tests are really easy and the he is very lieant on the speeches. you dont need to buy his book because we never used it. make sure you take notes tho.really friendly and funny. highly recommended. o yea he hates bush..

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PUBLICSPEAKING
May 13, 2005

I loved professor Shenkler, he is a great professor and made public speaking fun.

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SPEECH
May 15, 2005

Can't say enough good things about the guy. Had him last summer and he made it fun. He has a lot of experiences and shares with you. He cracks alot of jokes, is funny when picking on someone - but does not offend them - you even laugh at yourself. He is great! Take him - you won't regret it. Wish I could have him again...

5.0
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SPEECH
May 18, 2005

Awesome guy!!! He made dry material very interesting... he made the whole class laugh the entire semester... it was the best class i had this semester... we only had one written test, 3 speeches, and he didn't give us a final. I would recommend taking this guy to everyone since everyone is stuck having to take this class... GREAT PROFESSOR!!!!

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COMMUNICATION
Jun 11, 2005

i wish i could take all of my classes with this professor, i really enjoyed his class and was very sorry that it finish thing that never happen with any of my other classes:)

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MASSCOM
Jun 28, 2005

i love this guy...hes hilarious....at first, he seems like an ass but after like the 2nd week, you learn to love him....he cracks jokes on his students and knows what hes talking bout....easy and fun class...

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SPE111
Grade: A
Aug 12, 2005

Professor Shenkler is great. I was saving this course for last, because I was afraid of speaking in front of an audience; however, after taking this course I feel a lot more confident. I recommend this professor for anyone who is afraid of public speaking.He is very helpful. Great Professor!

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PUBLICSPEAKING
Sep 28, 2005

he's great

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COM105
Grade: Incomplete
Oct 16, 2005

prof shenkler is one of the BEST prof's. he's soo funny and if u need help he's always willing to stay after and help u understand the assignment. i would highly recommend this teacher to anyone taking communication classes. i hope i will have him for my future classes.

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COM101
Nov 12, 2005

Excellent professor, he knows about the material very well, he demands participation but he appreciate it as well. Funny guy, helpful, tests are based on the information from the book and notes. Good professor in general.

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COM101
Nov 18, 2005

great teacher..funny guy. and class goes by fast. he picks on people with funny jokes. class is based on midterm, final, and one project..great guy hope to take him again..

5.0
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COM206
Apr 15, 2006

awesome guy!funny,inteligent,often taks about stuff not related to a subject matter,but u actually learn a lot!great guy,take him if u can!

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MEDIA
May 1, 2006

Professor Shenkler is the coolest Professor I've ever taken. He's really fun and cares a great deal for his students. He's very willing to help and listen, plus he makes class tons of fun. For Writing for Mass Media, be ready to write a lot of articles for h/w...but if you're a writer, you've got an easy A. I actually wanted to go to class.

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COM201
May 3, 2006

this guy is awesome. he's got a million stories about how he played minor league baseball, works for various television stations, does radio and so one. all around expert in media. he's got a great sense of humor and the work is easy especially if you plan to write for a career. I always wanted to come to class

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SPEECH111
Aug 9, 2006

I have really enjoyed his class. He cares about the class, his lectures were clear and very straight foward. HE IS SIMPLY THE BEST. GREAT CLASS

4.0
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SPE111
Aug 11, 2006

HE IS THE BEST PROF. AT BCC. HE IS COOL, GOOD STORY TELLER, MAKES FUNNY JOKES, CARES ABOUT THE CLASS, GRADES ARE GOOD AND FAIR. I DO RECOMMEND TAKING HIS CLASS. HE IS GOOD.

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COM105
Sep 11, 2006

prof. shenkler is a funny man and he is very reasonable.

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SPE111
Oct 28, 2006

best prof ever u have to take him...very funny..knows what his doing

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COM101
Dec 17, 2006

he is great and u will learn alot...take him

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COMSECT
May 8, 2007

Took his writing for media class. Pretty lenient grader. Funny guy, definitely makes class entertaining.

5.0
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SPH111
Jun 28, 2007

He is the coolest prof. ever Do not mention Cheese during his class. very flexiable and understandable.muy bueno Professor

5.0
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SPEECH111
Aug 7, 2007

Just finished his night class in the summer, i loved everything about it, very cool, realizes that students are scared of giving speeches, does everything to help you overcome that.. easy going, easy grader, good story teller, well he is the man, i loved going to class and giving speeches about breastfeeding :) thanx for for everything professor (:

5.0
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SPEEC111
Aug 14, 2007

The best class ever, he is very funny and you will learn how to make different types of speeches by the end of the semester you will have the confidence to speak in front of anybody, the best pro in BBC by far. enjoy your trip prof. S.

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SPE049
Sep 6, 2007

The best professor every.

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SPE111
Sep 6, 2007

The best professor every.

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SPH101
Sep 13, 2007

I loved taking his class. Thank you professor!!

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SPE111
Dec 24, 2007

3 speeches, 1 test, no homework.However, you should earn his respect to get a good grade. He is funny and wise.

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COM101
Jan 20, 2008

i misss this class! funnest class i ever had yet at bergen! everything you'll learn is taught by having class discussions. participate and get an easy A.

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COM101
May 18, 2008

THE BEST !!!!! Very layed back.. KOOL GUY

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COM101
Jun 30, 2008

I Love HIm!!!! he's the best preofessor ever. The class is all discussions and the entire class becomes friends. This was the onlye class i loved going to because he makes it so much fun and you can talk to him about anything. theres two tests and all u have to do is study his notes and you have a group presentation which is an easy A... This profe

5.0
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MASSCOMP
Jul 8, 2008

Amazing guy

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COM001
Sep 8, 2008

awesome professor..just participate in class and will love you

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COM101
Sep 22, 2008

he's definitely pretty cool. knows a lot, has seen a lot in the business... hates when you use your cell phone, but otherwise it was a pretty good class

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COMM101
Dec 17, 2008

great comm professor. very laid back and understanding. theres a midterm and final project and few short essay questions to hand in before the semester ends. he does take attendance daily.

5.0
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MAS100
May 11, 2009

SOOO COOL. Coolest professor i ever had, very nice and understanding. and he is good! Take him!

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SPE111
Jul 30, 2009

MY FAVORITE PROFF. EVER. soo amazing. you will learn and you wont even realize it. he makes the class fun and he is hilarious .. the only thing you need to know is that he hates cheese and texting. I took him at 9:30 in the morning and i actually wanted to get up and go.

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COM101
Sep 8, 2009

he is a very funny teacher; i think he is really cool laid back. He may be a lil hard and hes a lil annual about useing ur phone in class other then that not bad and plus he puts people in groups not fun at all!!!!!

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COM100
Dec 23, 2009

Very easy class. Theres no reason to take another speech prof. because its simply not needed. Extremely funny guy and knows exactly what he is talking about. Easy A

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COM105
Mar 21, 2010

We didn't do anything in this class except listen to people read news reports into the microphone. It was so boring and we did none of the projects on the syllabus. He tells way to many jokes that aren't even funny.

5.0
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COM100
Jun 30, 2010

Simply a Magnificent class, very simple and easy going. The class has 3 speeches which are very interesting as we can choose our own topics. The professor really knows what he's talking about and shares several personal experiences he has had over the years. Be warned that he hates cheese and cellphones.

5.0
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COM100
Jul 1, 2010

really good professor. he knows his subjet, and apply his experience in the field on it, that is very important. the best of the class he let you choose the topic you want to talk about, that is helpful and makes the class more interesting for those who just take it as a requirement. Great class.

5.0
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COM100
Jul 6, 2010

Best teacher in world.... Knows his subject and helps you become a public speaker his wife is nice too.... Answer questions or you'll be called the west coast lol... My class was good he is a great professor.... Love u professor From wayne

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COM101
Sep 9, 2010

Great Professor and is pretty funny. Unless you're an asian that never speaks english, take him. I had him at 11Am and still wanted to go on a friday. easy/fun speeches and good stories. talks a lot about himself and it's almost hard not to talk and get involved in the useless/useful convo's

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TVPRO101
Oct 19, 2010

Hey is awesome! you will enjoy this class

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COM101
Nov 25, 2010

The best teacher ever I was scared of giving speeches but he helped me to overcome my fear. I recommend him for all students even for international students. Perfect

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RADIO101
Oct 6, 2011

had him for radio..hes a good teacher we learned alot although half the technology is obsolete...he repeats him self alot he will tell you the same story 50 times..and some of the comments he makes can be a bit rude and offensive to some but hes a great guy nonethless

5.0
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COM100
Nov 12, 2011

He?s The best in BCC A+

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COM101
Dec 1, 2011

His class is a joke, he barely teaches he just talks about whats going on in the world and makes for of us for texting. he only gives 1 test and one project, all the other stuff is just class participation. he also gives you extra credit if you fail the test, which is super easy.

5.0
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COM100
Dec 6, 2011

Love Love this class. Professor Shenkler is great teacher and very fuuny man.I had him at 8 am once a week, I wish I could take his class again. Three speeches and one assignment. Easy A!

5.0
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COM100
Dec 6, 2011

Best teacher, best class, Easy A!

5.0
1.0
COM100
Dec 16, 2011

This class was easy as pie! Don't sweat yourself if you hate talking in front of class. He grades extremely graciously. Just come to class and do the work (which barely takes your time). Don't buy the textbook, just photocopy from the library, it was around $5-$7 to photocopy the chapters I needed

5.0
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COM100
Jan 19, 2012

His a good teacher and I defiantly recommend him

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COMM100
Jan 19, 2012

Mr. Shenkler is a great professor

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COMMU100
Jan 22, 2012

He Is one of the best Professor i have ever had funny as hell. However you he will rip on you, but he is funny about it. Take the class in the winter cause it's 3 weeks of laughter and good stories.

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COM100
Jan 29, 2012

I took this class as a winter session, and her did not require that you purchase the textbook (a PLUS in my opinion). Just be polite and pay attention and you should do fine! He grades Very graciously!! He has a uniques sense of humor, but definitely worth taking! Especially as a winter term class!

4.0
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COM100
Mar 6, 2012

he's a good professor. Personally, I don't like him but he is a good teacher. A bit of a smart alec sometimes but he gets his point across. Take this class if you want to actually learn something.

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SPE101
Mar 16, 2012

awesome professor!!

5.0
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COM100
May 14, 2012

AN AWESOME PROFESSOR. Loved him

5.0
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COM100
Jul 4, 2012

GREAT CLASS!! he's amazing, really funny and helpful, not a lot of work but you'll learn a lot and enjoy every minute! everyone get an A on speeches as long as they show up. only test is the midterm which i recommend studying to cause its all terms and its a bit confusing

5.0
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COMM101
Jul 13, 2012

Prof. Shenkler is very easy to deal with and also has a sense of humor.

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MEDIA101
Aug 9, 2012

can be mean sometimes, hes picky and ul hear alot of critics, but he's fun and very energetic. u'll learn alot. and I like the way he teaches, very natural. and I like his assignments, challenging. in terms of exams, his wording is confusing but anywy u guys will survive and enjoy the class lol

5.0
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COM100
Dec 7, 2012

He's a great professor, you really learn a lot and he makes the class easy for you. I loved him and his class and he's so funny and helpful.DON'T hesitate to take him!

5.0
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COM100
Dec 24, 2012

Intelligent and funny guy. Show up (you are a fool to be missing his lectures), do your work, give your speeches on time, then expect to receive the grade you deserve. Highly recommended.

5.0
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COMM100
Jan 12, 2013

Professor Shenkler is such a character, in a good way. He's very clear and will tell you "you should write this down" or in other words this is on your exam. His humor can come off as kind of harsh and he loves to joke and tell stories. HIGHLY RECOMMEND his classes. Show that you are working hard, a little effort and you will get a good grade

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COMM100
Jan 30, 2013

Great teacher! He's funny and really cares about his students wanting them all to pass! He gives three speeches as long as you do them all he'll give you an A! Take him! Hes by far the best communications teacher. He's awesome!

5.0
1.0
COM101
May 15, 2013

Don't buy the book. It's basically in class discussions. Take down notes because he gives very FEW assignments, which is great ! He is an enjoyable professor. Makes you look forward to going to class at 8 in the morning ! No problems.

3.0
2.0
COM100
May 21, 2013

I have no idea what he grades his students by. It doesn't matter how well or bad you did on your speech or whether it was on time or not. Just an easy class. nothing else.

5.0
1.0
COM100
Aug 6, 2013

He is literally the easiest and funniest professor I've had in the past two years. I loved this class. He teaches at WillyP, and Montclair also. Has a lot of experience in the communications field. Very helpful and understanding. Two tests that were 30 questions, 3 speeches. The only person without an A in the class, never came! HIGHLY recommened.

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CMDA
Dec 11, 2013

Shenkler works at BCC & WillyP but I had the chance to have him at MSU. HONESTLY I love him. He is adorable. He gives you a syllabus as to what the class will consists of on day one; he goes over it all but you barley read the book. HE TEACHES YOU WHAT YOU REALLY NEED TO KNOW FOR THE INDUSTRY. I'll miss him a lot. he was great. funny too.

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CMDA220MSU
Dec 11, 2013

shenkler is the best professor i have had in my 3 years of college. very down to earth. for writing for the media, he does give you assignments but they are fun and easy. he explains everything. rarely look at the book, lectures cover it all. he works in the field and is knowledgeable. teaches you real stuff/what you NEED to know. i love him <2

4.0
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COM100
Grade: B
Dec 28, 2013

He is a very interesting professor. He knows his material and his class is not difficult at all! He likes to joke a lot and tell some stories during class which is always fun to hear. Take him!

5.0
1.0
COM100
Jan 4, 2014

I took this class one day a week and it was supposed to be 3 hours..it never was. He covered everything important about speech and the speeches we had to do were soo easy. He really did make me feel very comfortable being in front of the class. We only had one test. We gave 3 speeches. We only had 1 assignment, which was so simple. TAKE HIS CLASS!

1.0
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COM101344
Grade: A+
Jul 9, 2014

This professor runs his class like a radio show. He is talking at you and expects a response of laughter. Overall he is a great person, he can give great advice on real world situations but as an instructor hes awful. He would have us leave an hour early every class and we didn't learn anything relevant to the course. Skip this one.

2.0
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COM101
Grade: A
Apr 24, 2015

He talks abt his others jobs throughout the lectures. He talks abt teaching real life techniques, and you will wonder when he will actually begin so. He ends his stories w-do you agree. Someone has to say- yes- for the class to continue. Interesting neighbor to have for short conversations-poor instructor to listen to throughout a semester.

5.0
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COM100022
Grade: A
Apr 30, 2015

Seems like a tough guy at first, but he's really nice. He's funny (although he repeats a lot of his jokes). Make an effort and you'll pass with flying colors, especially if you're on his good side. 3 speeches, one of which is a group one, two outlines, and one homework

5.0
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COM100
Grade: A
Aug 28, 2015

Shenkler was hands down the best professor I've ever had here at Bergen, I was so nervous to take this class and I'm so glad I registered for this one! Only 3 speeches one of them being a group speech, there's never any homework I think we had one assignment. Class was almost 3 hours long but he never kept us the entire class.

3.0
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COMM101
Grade: A
Dec 15, 2015

took him for communication speech 101. he is funny and nice. easy class because he understands that its first speech in front of many people for most of the people in college taking this course. easy grader, make sure you take notes of what he writes on the board and things he repeats. often, he repeats same jokes again but then again who care.

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CMDA220MSU
Dec 19, 2015

This class was a joke. He gives A's on everything. Easy A but you probably won't learn much. The choice is yours.

5.0
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COM100
Grade: A
Jan 21, 2016

Took him over the winter and I actually miss the class. Kind, funny, and an easy grader. He made it a comfortable environment and that helped a lot with my anxiety. 3 speeches (1 group) and no textbook. Highly recommended

5.0
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COM100
Grade: A
Jul 7, 2016
Would take again

he is the best take him please!!!!! you wont regret it, he is so nice and he gives A to everyone, just don't miss class and you will be fine

4.0
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COM100
Sep 13, 2017
Would take again

He's very nice and his lectures are fun however you probably wont learn much since he gives good grade even if your presentation is not the best.

Hilarious
Participation matters
Gives good feedback
3.0
1.0
COM100
Grade: A+
Dec 20, 2017
Would take again

This is the easiest A in college you will ever have. He is a good guy but I did get kinda annoyed that I would work really hard on a speech and get an A, but some people gave the worst speech known in history and they would also receive an A. I didn't expect much from this class but I wish he would hold a little more accountability for some.

GRADED BY FEW THINGS
GROUP PROJECTS
5.0
1.0
COM100
Grade: A+
Jan 17, 2018
Would take again

Super funny and easy grader. Genuinely cares about his students but acts rough and demands respect. Super cool guy and I'd definitely take a class with him again.

Tests? Not many
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
Would take again
4.0
1.0
COM100
Grade: A
Oct 26, 2018
Would take again

You basically just need to try. He knows that no one wants to be in this class and he lets you out early a lot. He gives you a lot of time in class to prepare your speeches and hes funny most of the time especially when he tells the same story over and over. Dont give him excuses and dont disrespect him and youll do fine.

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
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COM100
Dec 23, 2018
Would take again

Easy A. Just do your speeches and make it look like you tried and you'll be fine. Not a lot of learning tho tbh but he's pretty cool

Participation matters
5.0
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COM102
Grade: A+
Jan 31, 2019
Wouldn't take again

He is a very good guy and is aware of all of his students potential. He is very funny. Show up to class and you will definitely pass.

Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
GROUP PROJECTS
5.0
1.0
COM100
Grade: A+
Jan 31, 2019
Would take again

Very cool guy. His stories are great and he's very helpful. Just don't skip class because you're going to miss a lot.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Inspirational
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
1.0
COM100
May 1, 2019
Would take again

This professor is very clear in his lectures, ask questions when you do not understand, skip class and you will not pass the course.

Gives good feedback
Group projects
Clear grading criteria
5.0
1.0
COM100
Grade: A+
Nov 12, 2019
Would take again

This instructor does not grade how well you do your speeches, he grades you on the effort you put into each speech.

Gives good feedback
Group projects
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
COM100
Jan 22, 2020
Would take again

Professor shenkler is super understanding and kind he is very inviting and doesnt make u feel intimidating like some professors his class is a joy to take and I recommend anyone to take his communications class

Class Info

Attendance Mandatory

87%

Textbook Required

76%

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95% confidence
Based on 16 grades
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Grade Distribution
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A: 8
A+: 6
A-: 1
Incomplete: 1
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