Best teacher ever. I have never had a professor make me laugh so much during class. He explains all of the informations with contemporary examples and movie clips. So interactive and so much fun! Take ANY class by him!

Great professor! I reccomend taking him for any class. A lot of notes but good examples. He took dry thick material and made it interesting and easy to understand. More professors should be like him!

he is okay. entertaining but distracting at the same time. he expects a lot from his students. but he does connect with them on many levels. not a bad teacher... not a great one either.

Best teacher ever. I have never had a professor make me laugh so much during class. He explains all of the informations with contemporary examples and movie clips. So interactive and so much fun! Take ANY class by him!

Dr. Fox is the most amazing teacher I have ever had. He takes things you learn in class and compare them to contemporary examples in the world today. We watched skits from South Park for goodness sake! He's definately a fun teacher...I have never laughed so hard in any one class. Heavy reading, but he explains everything...DEFINATELY TAKE HIM!

Ragan is one of the best teachers at CSULB. He brings an interesting and relevant perspective to the topic. Class was fun and interesting and 4 hours felt like 1. Get the book, the class is centered around it. There is a midterm and a final - lengthy but he prepares the class really well. Take this man! He will change the way you see your world!!

Dr. Fox is AMAZING!!! He engages you in the material, although the stuff u learn is somewhat boring he teaches in a fun creative way w/ movie clips & funny discussions! He is evtremely helpfull and so much fun! The tests were on the harder side 4 me so i advise u 2 read & attend class every meeting or u will fall behind! TAKE HIM IF U CAN!!!

Dr. Fox is a great teacher, his class is pretty difficult but he teaches in a way that keeps you interested. He gives great examples and is very easy to talk to. I would definitely take another class with him.

This guy is really awesome and reltates everything to popculture! He is great but also challenging.

Dr. Fox is the greatest...I loved him so much for Comm 300 that i took him the following semester for Comm 301. I highly suggest that you experience this man's class...

He is one of the coolest professors at CSULB. He totally overshadows the other professors and for that I thank him! You rock Dr. Fox!!!

I love this professor! He's not hard nor is he too easy. He's fair and he's a great entertainer which is needed so half the class won't drift off asleep. He's super funny and I can tell he loves what he does. I would say any student who needs to take comm classes, take him at least once because he's going to be worth your time and effort.

HES GREAT!! If you really want to get a good experience with an excelled, genuwine and helpful teacher HES UR MAN! He always was available during office hours and TRUELY cares about EACH ONE of his STUDENTS! HES AWSOME! He needs an AWARD! I LOVE DR FOXINESS!

Dr. Fox is a great professor, really intelligent. Everything is explained clearly and he connects the concepts to relevant issues today. The class isn't too difficult, but you have to show up and do the work. There's 1 group project, 3 m.c. exams, & 11 in-class assignments. Take him for any comm class, highly recommended!

This amazing DR. knows his stuff and is willing to share and get you and the class completely involved in the subject. I learn tons about gender and communication in the short summer session with no sweat. But attendance policy is strict but beneficial in the end

Dr. Fox is an amazing teacher, I highly recommened him. But make sure to study and take allot of notes because he is not lying when he tells you that his test are challenging. Great teacher makes the class fun

Attendance is mandatory! Still possible to get A without the book just study notes. U will take tons of notes where ur hands starts to cramp. 3 scantron test must remember every detail including dates from notes to do well. Advice for group project; think broadway musical. Lots of in class activties that are easy but a drag. Teacher is funny google him you'll be surprised

had him for 300 and came back for 412 b/c it was a great class. knows his stuff, laughed my ass off every day. here's your chili pepper dr fox i know it keeps you up at night hah

I also took Comm 300 and 412. Dr. Fox is an AMAZING professor. He is very helpful, go to his office hours. He expects a lot from his students, but he is great. Comm 300 is a dry class in the beginning and he makes it interesting. GO TO CLASS, TAKE AMAZING NOTES, AND PICK GOOD PEOPLE FOR YOUR GROUP PROJECT!HAHA1 Another chile pepper!

Dr. Fox is AMAZING AT WHAT HE DOES!! His class is super interesting, Dr Foxy is HILARIOUS, and you actually learn (even if you don't pay attention...which you will). Every professor needs to takes lessons from Dr Fox on how to properly teach and engage a classroom...he is THE BEST TEACHER I HAVE EVER HAD, HANDS DOWN. TAKE HIM!!

He is a really nice teacher...You'll definitely laugh a whole lot in his class...you have to read to at least pass the class..two exams and one presentation...I actually learned alot from him...I wish i could say that for other teachers in the comm dept...He does keep track of attendence so it is mandatory...Have fun!

Read the book! select a good group for the project & go to office hours. answer all questions on the study guide. An execellent educator, his methods are contemporary and useful. He made a very dry class interesting.

It's not an easy class BUT he makes it fun. Super smart & very funny...an eye candy too, even if he's gay. Ps- after taking your class I came out to my parents and told them I'm Bi, thanks Dr.Fox for being an inspiration.

By no means is Dr. Fox an easy Professor. He knows how to teach, keeps class very interesting, but is work intensive. Learned alot, but probably will avoid taking any classes with him

Difficult class 2 exams, 1 group preso, 10 inclass assignments.Makes himself available for office hours, but some say he's not very helpful. Material is difficult, quite a bit of reading to do, over 10 different online ones and the books. Notes are a must. Is very "actor" like and gives real world examples. Very fast paced.

Dr. Fox is a really great teacher! I would highly recommend taking him for 130. He teaches you so much about public speaking. He expects alot from you on the 2 major speeches (50 pts. and make up most of your grade) but there are easy short speeches. Also the midterm and final are easy and worth only 25 points. He's funny and laid back. Take him!!!

300 & 301 are tough. if you put the work in, you'll get the grade you deserve. he relates the material to modern day things so it makes more sense. Do the reading, take notes and study for the tests/do the study guides and you'll be fine. Go to office hours and you'll be GOLDEN.

Dr. Fox is an awesome professor, but his class is really difficult. Expects alot from you and his exams are extremely difficult. Don't try and take them without studying. Overall it was a fun class and he's a great professor

very smart and very nice

Be in class, and do ALL work.

Dr. Fox is a great professor, I had him for a class about a yr ago.He challenges his students & puts a lot of effort in his lessons...wayyy more effort than most boring professors that don't even have a life.I'm honored to have been his student.He's just a good professor with a life outside of class, so what? don't hate on him other profs.

Challenging? Yes. Horrifyingly hard? No. Dr. Fox tells you upfront EXACTLY what he expects of you, and gives you ample resources to learn from, so any of the complaints on here are only a reflection on the people that chose not to work hard, and not on Ragan. This man is absolutely brilliant and I feel extremely honored to have learned from him. :)

Dr. Fox expects a lot from his students. The group project can literally make or break your grade. If you are willing to work hard, take it. Otherwise you won't do well. He knows his stuff!

Interesting, witty, and amusing professor! Take this class, it's an easy b as long as you show up. He gives random quizzes so be sure to look over the readings and takes attendance, but the class is so interesting that showing up shouldn't be an issue! Do the study guides, they reflect the tests pretty accurately.

I was shocked when I got a B, but it was a great class.

This was my first "real" comm class. My 1st semester I took intro to rhetoric. This was VERY different from warm fuzzy comm classes. I have never worked so hard for an A in my life, but I fell in love with rhetoric because of Dr. Fox. Amazing instructor, you will learn a TON. Not an easy class.

One of my favorite professors in the Comm department here. The class is a challenge but Dr. Fox makes it so interesting with his in class activities and lectures. A lot of reading. Pop quizzes, midterm & final and a presentation.

The BEST Communication professor I have ever taken. The class is challenging, but if you thoroughly read and finish your study guide - you will be fine. He is a tough grader on presentations, but if you go all out on costumes and relate terms to the reading, you'll do fine (We got an A!). Definitely recommend!

Ragan is a great professor, he is smart and informative. I learned the most in his gender class than any of my other comm class. He's kind of a stickler tho, if your looking for an easy A/ B, this really isn't the class for you. Personally i feel he was a little up tight about his rules, assignments and guidelines. And plenty of pop quizez, boo!

I thoroughly enjoyed class with Ragan. Each lecture was interesting and kept me intrigued. If you're looking for an easy A/B this isn't the class for you- there are about 12 pop quizes, 2 exams and a group presentation. It's a very challenging class but it will all be worth it in the end! Take it!!

Fox is hilarious. He's tough, but he makes the material comprehensive, he provides students with fill in the blank notes. Also what helps is that you read before class take notes. Then before attending the next class re-read your notes from the previous day and you'll be fine. Test are mostly items from the notes. He is excellent to take.

One of the best COMM classes I've ever taken! W/ a course title like "Survey of Rhetorical Theory," I was sure that I was in for a snooze-fest. I'm so happy Dr. Fox surprised to the upside. Even the units on old dead guys were fun, and his lessons are super-sticky - I have been applying what I learned to everyday conversations/interactions IRL.

Usually an upper division teacher. Very anal about specific things (saying um, hand placement, moving too much, VERY strict on time). Def harder than other comm teachers. I would've gotten an A if I hadn't gone over 2 mins on my final speech. He said I had the best one of the class but since I went over, I got a C for the speech. Need the workbook.

Ragan is by far the best Comm professor in the department. He is tough, he is tad bit crazy, he is extremely intelligent, but most of all he is passionate. His classes are tough and if you want an easy A stay away but if you want to learn take him. He will push you and make you think but you will thank him later. Just take him!!

Dr. Fox is a unique professor in many ways. He challenges our viewpoints and is very fair in his opinions. He has profoundly changed my view in many unique ways. I guarantee that you won't regret taking his class. There are 3 exams and 11 class work assignments. These are used to help Us understand material better. Book needed.

Dr. Fox is a wonderful professor. He is very clear about what he wants. He can grade kinda rough but he generally grades in your favor. He knows it's hard to go up there and he makes a point of complimenting students far more than he criticizes. He makes you feel heard and capable at all times. Overall a great professor.

Dr. Fox is very passionate of what he teaches. He is a great communicator and a teacher. Although all his tests are multiple choices but they are not easy. You must study and reference your notes to do well. Overall, he's a good teacher and takes his job seriously.

If you think you can get by with just showing up to class then don't take Ragan. Reading is a requirement, I had to double read everything. Take notes on your reading and keep up with notes in class. He's a tough grader but I think he truly wants his students to succeed. He incorporated jeopardy, YouTube videos and anything that would help us learn

He's brilliant and hilarious, one of my favorite professors at CSULB so far. The tests aren't as bad as everyone makes them out to be, just utilize the study guide, read, and you should be golden. Other Comm 300 teachers have group projects, papers, etc., this class is strictly exam based and there are in class assignments that are easy. TAKE HIM!

Ragan is the most amazing individual! He brings fun into the classroom and I love that he has fun with us too! The first test is the worst! Don't freak out! He is super inspiring and I wish I was able to take another class with him since he is so much fun!! I love how intelligent he is and you can tell he knows his information!!

One of the best professors I've ever had. Passionate, funny, makes all of the conceptstheoriesterms easy to understand and remember. If you don't take him for 300, you're missing out. If you read, show up to class, and use the study guide, you can easily get an A. Not as difficult as everyone made it out to be!

There is a good amount of information for Comm rhetoric . However, it is interesting and eye opening. There are only 3 test for the whole semester and there are extra credit available. I loved this class, if you can take it and it fits in your schedule DO IT!. you as a person will learn a lot about how the world works. LOVE THIS CLASS because of FO

This class was difficult, but Dr. Fox is an AMAZING PROFESSOR! I enjoyed attending every one of his lectures. Plus, you should anyway because he covers a lot of material in one class period. I worked very hard in this class and got a high B. An A is definitely possible though!!!

He's seriously one of the BEST comm teachers. He makes lectures interesting and engaging. His tests are tough, but study and you will be fine! He also gives very detailed study guides.

Hilarious, engaging, helpful, insightful, and an overall enriching experience! Go to every class (covers A LOT of material in just one, doesn't waste any time but still makes learning enjoyable), do the reading, and you can get an A. Three exams straight-forward and fair. Do the study guides and don't miss reviewjeopardy days!

Ragan is such a cutie. He gives 10 ticket outs which he goes over in class before you turn them in for credit and he gives 3 exams, 50 questions, 100 points. If you miss lecture, make sure you get the notes from someone. Fill-in-the-blank notes were helpful but were a bit off sometimes. The first exam is the toughest so make sure you study hard!

One of my favorite professors this sem. Take him when you get the chance. This class only seems hard because theres a lot of info. Use the study guide and actually study it. You'll pass without a doubt. 10 ticket outs (in class activity sheets) and 3 exams. He's super funny and references a lot of pop culture stuff. Highly recommend!

COMM 300 & 412 : Although there weren't easy classes, to this day I still remember concepts that I have learned in the class. However, it was great information about the past (how people used to communicate) and how it has evolved through time. Ragan wants ALL his students to pass, but wants you to show him that you care. READ! CAN'T STRESS ENOUGH.

He's a great teacher and makes the information interesting. I took this class online so he doesn't give out study guides but if you take notes during the online lecture you'll be fine. He's the best teacher I've had at this school so far!

Great Professor! Super funny and great professor but most definitely a tough grader. Doesn't take attendance but it's important to show up if you want to pass because he doesn't upload notes. Overall great professor with awesome examples and teaching style but you need to actually for even a B.

A very fun class! Show up to class, even though it's a lecture sometimes there is classwork. The text is a bore, I got an A by being diligent with lectures. The greatest downside is that he often teaches with an overhead (he's not ancient, but his techne is), might pose difficulty for seeing impaired. Scantron tests.

The type of professor you'll look back on later because of how much information you receive about the world. He makes you work for the grade but you benefit from the class, lecture is always entertaining and interesting. The class is more than learning its an experience. You either like Ragan or you don't because of they way he teaches.

Great professor but really makes you work for your grade. You must read and show up to lecture if you want to pass this class. He is a tough grader but fair and an excellent teacher

I cant say enough good things about Dr. Fox. Every student in the world should take gender comm with him. He offers and eye opening perspective about our societys norms and how they are created and maintained. His lectures are life changing. His test are hard tho. I was not a fan of the wording & style but whatever. Take detailed notes & read!

One of my favorite professors at CSULB. Fox is so passionate about what he does and it shows! Every single lecture was fun. I will say that this class was pretty difficult. Make sure to do all the assigned readings and show up to class. Highly recommend!!

One of the most difficult classes. The first unit was HARD, but the last 2 units were INTERESTINGLY AWESOME. He will provide study guides before the exams, you'll have to really STUDY (get a study group). The class was fun and the lectures were very straightforward. 10 Ticket in/out, 5 possible ec, 3 exams, & lots of readinG. LOVE HIS CLASS <3

Comm 300 is not an easy class to begin with. So, rather you take it with Fox or someone else you have to take it if you are a comm major. MAKE SURE TO TAKE IT WITH HIM. What you learn in comm 300 is super boring but prof Fox is able to make it less boring and his lectures are awesome!

Fox puts a tremendous amount of effort into lectures & instruction, & demands nothing less from students. Your grade reflects your focus & determination to succeed. Don't take Fox if you aren't a serious, hard working student. Grades are comprised of 3 exams & attendance. Fox is charming, intelligent, & funny, yet very unforgiving. Don't mess up!

Dr. Fox is extremely entertaining and funny. Though he teaches very well, his exams are very hard and there is no chance that he will boost your grade, ever. Even though hes charming, he is strict. You will learn a lot about queer studies in this class and will frequently be exposed to things youve never seen or heard of. He is great, just tough.

Hard class but he is really smart. Dont be unprepared. Dont blame him if you earn low grade. Easy if you listen in class and read an do assignments. Hes really a cool teacher. Take him if you want good teacher an a expert in communications

AMAZING. I love him. The only thing to be concerned about before enrolling in his class is that you are only graded on 3 exams and attendance. I loved this about his class. Absolutely ZERO busy work. I never touched the textbook. All you have to do is show up to class (which you will want to do because his lectures are so good) and study the guide.

Ragan Fox is THEE BEST PROFESSOR AT CSULB. He makes such a boring subject, like COMM 300, interesting and fun, plus time he has a gift of making class time fly by. He is hilarious and really cares about his students passing the class. Ragan is an icon!! Take him if you get the chance!

I thought this class was really rewarding for people who watched the lectures and engaged in the materials. There were a lot of concepts I was unfamiliar with but the way that this was formatted really made it easy to succeed if you tried. Fox was knowledgeable, kind, and funny, and that just made the class that much better.

This was the best online comm course I've taken. The layout of everyday is straight forward, watch the lectures, read the textbook and readings, the hw's are super easy, some were based on mean girls/the office. The exam reviews are a saving grace, attend those and you should be good. This was definitely my favorite class ever taken for comm.

The class was all online, we never met on Zoom except for the exam reviews. Twice a week there is online work which consists of reading the textbook, some discussion boards, or dropbox assignments. The exams (4 in total) can be difficult but they are open-notes. I recommend taking notes of the lecture videos, and showing up to the exam reviews.

DR. FOX IS THE BEST OF THE BEST! Took his comm 300 class in spring and just had to take him again for Comm 412. He is a GEM! BEST PROFESSOR DURING THIS PANDEMIC! he is so organized and makes the material so interesting! do the readings, watch all the lectures, take notes and GO TO exam review!! If you want an easy A, this isn't the class for you.

He is extremely organized and an overall interesting professor. He offers badges where you can receive extra credit, TAKE ADVANTAGE. You can get up to a 3% boost on your grade. Class is not mandatory but he helps you really understand the material. He also bumps up anyone who is less than a percentage point to the next grade. So, 79.01 to a B.

Ragan has every thing organized where you can do the lectures, reading and assignment on class days and be done with. No projects but 20 questions test with 20 mins to do. Lectures are pre recorded with quizzes in them to make sure youre paying attention. Has kahoot reviews/ group office hours that help a lot with the tests and are fun!

I loved Ragan! The material he covered was really interesting and his kahoot reviews are super helpful. As long as you're keeping up with the material, a little studying can get you an A.

Dr. Fox is an amazing professor! If you show up to all of the classes, you will likely pass. You must participate in the lectures and take all the notes. Communicating with him is great because he is so organized and cares about the students. We had lots of fun in his class and learned a lot. If you can, take him! A real Communications professor!

Dr. Fox is the best professor. He makes all directions clear and truly cares about his students doing well. Being prepared with readings before class is key. Dr. Fox gives amazing lectures and exemplifies concepts through diverse and relatable examples. Participation is encouraged and beneficial.

Four twenty-question exams that comprise most of your grade. Can be quite lecture heavy, but he makes them interesting and entertaining. Can't forfeit the reading and expect to pass though, learned that the hard way. Very nice guy though. Rad hair.

DO THE BADGES. Dr. Fox was a great professor. Every class was inviting to learn but make sure to read the textbook so you can grab the extra credit badges easily.

I loved Prof. Fox! He makes the material fun with his experiences or drawing from pop culture. His tests are lecture-heavy, so attendance is mandatory, especially with ticket ins/outs too! The first test is the hardest but after that, it gets so much easier as long as you pay attention and take good notes. You'll def love his class!

Professor Fox is an excellent professor, but I found myself quite bored in the class. There are 2 exams, 1 interviewing assignment, 1 paper, and 1 group project. For rhetoric of horror, you need to watch 12 movies throughout the semester, and numerous readings. There are weekly kahoots on readings and movies, so be prepared! Meticulous grader!

I've taken Ragan for a few classes now and I'm honestly sad I won't be able to take his classes again. He's a strict grader, but his classes are always fun and I learned a lot about the horror genre and found a love for horror I never had before!

Not sure what the other negative reviews are about; I found Professor Fox to be rather straightforward in what he expects, and the majority of the exam questions are pulled from his lectures. The lectures are long in his class, but he makes them really entertaining! Overall, he made the class quite enjoyable.

Pay attention to lectures, sometimes he will pull questions from the readings, but for 300 not so much. His gender comms class pulls from readings a good amount, but as long as you skim them, you'll be fine. lots of extra credit opportunities through his fun kahoot games which are great for studying. Pulls nearly everything straight from lecture.

GO TO CLASS IF U WANT TO PASS. i learned it the hard way. Dr. Fox CARES about his students. if u dnt understand his material, VISIT his office hours! TO STUDY: UNDERSTAND HIS LECTURES/NOTES IF U WANT TO PASS EXAMS! and dont skip class, they're so fun! also make a friend.

Came into the class thinking they were going to be a very strict grader but they are the complete opposite!! Super funny and gives extra credit if your comments/questions do wow him. Take good notes because they will be useful for their study guides. 4 exams and his study guides are pretty straight forward.

Terrible Big Brother player. Incredible professor. Learned a lot and would absolutely take him again.

Professor Fox's COM300 class is engaging and manageable if you stay on top of the material. The lectures are informative, and Kahoot reviews are a big help. Combine that with unstuck ai for efficient study prep, and you're set up for success.

Professor Fox was one of my favorite professors I had this semester. His lectures are engaging and he even provides most of the notes you need for the course. Most of the homework he gives is assigned reading which can be long but easy. He also makes you do ticket-outs to turn in at the end of class so be sure to show up to class. Take this course!