2.8

Tim Maxwell

English - College of San Mateo

2.8
Quality
3.4
Difficulty
20%
Would Retake
96
Reviews
2.8
Quality
3.4
Difficulty
2.9
Helpful
2.8
Clarity

20%

Would Retake

96

Reviews

Rating Distribution
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5

27

4

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What Students Say

Pompous as hell, self absorbed

LIT202 - 2.0 rating

Like everyone else, he is a nice enough guy but such a terrible teacher

ENGL110 - 2.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

93%

Textbook Required

40%

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Based on 26 grades
Most common grades:
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A+ (9)
A- (5)
Grade Distribution
A(11)B(4)C(0)D(5)F(0)A-/B+(8)
Based on 44 reported grades
Not sure yet: 13
A+: 9
A-: 5
B: 4
Common Tags
Lots of homework (15)
Get ready to read (14)
Participation matters (10)
Tough grader (10)
LOTS OF HOMEWORK (5)
So many papers (5)
Inspirational (4)
Caring (4)
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Ratings by Course

ENGLISH100

5.0

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ENG161

5.0

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ENG202

4.0

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ENG101

4.0

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ENGL100

3.9

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LIT232

5.0

ENGL110

4.1

ENGLI100

4.0

ENG202

4.0

ENGLISH848

4.0

Reviews (96)
4.0
2.0
ENGL848
Nov 1, 2007

If you want to learn the process of writing essays with a cool, down to earth teacher, with sense of humor then Mr. Maxwell is the one to take. We did about 4 essays. 1st one was 1 page, 2nd and 3rd were 3 pages and last one was 3 to 4 pages. He is smart, laid back and down to earth.

4.0
2.0
ENGL848
Nov 1, 2007

If you want to learn the process of writing essays with a cool, down to earth teacher, with sense of humor then Mr. Maxwell is the one to take. We did about 4 essays. 1st one was 1 page, 2nd and 3rd were 3 pages and last one was 3 to 4 pages. He is smart, laid back and down to earth.

5.0
3.0
ENGL100
Sep 10, 2008

Maxwell is very cool and very funny. His teaching style mostly makes you teach yourself. He makes clear his political stance even though this is not a political science class.

2.0
2.0
ENG848
Oct 16, 2008

I took his class because I heard he is cool guy but to tell the truth he ain't that great,the class is very boring which is understanding because it's an english class after all.He has his moments and sometimes he calls on you and kind of embarrasses you and most of the time he is confusing.He thinks he is helpful but he is so not.Take him only if

5.0
1.0
ENGL100
Oct 17, 2008

Maxwell is an awesome teacher. super easy and you will actually learn how to write essays properly. i didnt think i was going to like his class but im currently in his class and its one of my favorites. definitely gets you thinking a little bit but he understands if you're having trouble. dont miss too many classes and you'll be fine with an A-/B+

3.0
3.0
ENGL100
Jan 7, 2009

Mr. Maxwell is a great teacher. He not only teaches about English but provides insight on life and things that actually apply to us. I got a lot out of this class and I believe the assignments he gives are fair. The essays can be challenging but challenging in a way that's beneficial and leave you feel proud once completed. Mr. Maxwell uses comp

5.0
1.0
ENG848
Mar 31, 2009

MAXWELL is a must take teacher. He is easy although many complained. He prepared me for all my english classes and ended up receiving A's in them all. Fun and very laid back.

5.0
2.0
ENGL100
Apr 24, 2009

Professor Maxwell: Outstanding, amazing teacher, Integrity doesn't really get any much better. teaching methods truly help you how to think in this world filled with many deceptions. I got an A, but you have to work for it because he expects you to think about what you put onto your paper, and that is not that hard.

5.0
2.0
ENG848
May 13, 2009

TAKE HIM.He is my favorite english teacher. Even if I do not have him now, we still keep in touch. His classes fill up fast. He is not that easy, but he will make the material easy. You will actually learn in this class.

3.0
2.0
LIT202
May 28, 2009

Easy grader - but that's about all I can say. He didn't bother returning any of the work turned in, which made it hard to figure out my grade. On the plus side, participation is a large part of your grade, so if you like to participate, that's good. It depends on the teaching style you like, I guess... the course is very much "Teach Yourself."

5.0
5.0
ENGL100
May 28, 2009

HARD CLASS. but you actually learn something so its worth it. He will prepair you for the outside world and life.

3.0
5.0
LIT202
Aug 16, 2009

Came into class open minded. Teacher eats/breaths literature. I was disappointed with mandatory blogs and class participation. Sometimes called on ppl randomly. Changed his mind on the readings last minute. Gave back 1st essay around finals week. No room to improve grade. Wont know your grade standings b4 "W" date since he grades things last minute

1.0
2.0
ENGL110
Mar 1, 2010

He is really unresponsible. We did first two essaies in the first three month and we did last three in the last one month.I got b+in the first one and c+ on the second one,and he didn't give the rest essay back to me.I got c as my final score,and I did I emailed him to ask why and the sores of my rest essay,he did not reply me.

1.0
4.0
ENGL100
Mar 1, 2010

Heis the worst English teacher I've ever had. He assigned 4 essay, and we did first two in 3month we did the other two+final in the last month. He only graded two of my essay in the end of semester. He is really unresiponsible!

5.0
3.0
ENGL100
Apr 24, 2010

He is a super nice guy. He is very helpful. Go to his office hours to talk to him and he'll be happy to help you. He grades fair. 4 essays and one group presentation. Take him.

5.0
3.0
ENG100
Apr 30, 2010

he's an excellent teacher !! really clear teaching and super helpful. his grading is not that easy though, but you will learn something from the class ! TAKE HIM !

5.0
5.0
ENG100
May 12, 2010

He really challenged me to think! Tough assignments, but interesting discussions. I love that he wants us to change the world. I think I might!

3.0
5.0
ENGL100
Jun 7, 2010

He is a bad teacher to take english 100 with. He grades hard. He is not a fun teacher at all.

5.0
4.0
ENG848
Aug 10, 2010

I took him for English 848 and Creative Writing 1. In English he was a good professor, challenging his students to really think, and taking essay writing to a whole new level. As a creative writing teacher, he looks so closely at the techniques, that he forgets the fun and rush that creative writing can be. Fun challenge as English Prof, Bad for CR

5.0
1.0
ENG848
Nov 10, 2010

Maxwell may not seem helpful during his lectures in class, but one on one, he's brilliant. He doesn't lecture much and puts us in groups which is what I enjoy the most. I hate listening to lectures the entire time. He's a great guy and a great teacher. You should definitely take him if you have the chance.

3.0
4.0
ENGLI100
Nov 15, 2010

Great teacher to learn from. Taught me how to think and write a better paper, but grades paper like a Nazi. Very picky and technical on what you write. His teaching on conceptual and expects you to know everything else. Gives very limited time to write a paper and isn't worlds best help when it comes to writing it. NOT a class for slackers

4.0
4.0
ENG100
Jan 1, 2011

He is a nice guy and funny. If You do all of your work you will get a good grade. But it was kinda hard to understand what he wanted in our essays. During most of our class lectures all he made us do is get into groups and talk about our essays, i didn't learn anything from that just made friends. He also made us read two books at the same time.

3.0
5.0
ENGL100
Mar 21, 2011

He grades hard on essays.

5.0
3.0
ENG100
Apr 19, 2011

He is a good teacher I took his class twice Eng 848 and 100 because I really learned from him. I made a good friendship too. He is fun but really grades hard. But that's how you really learn.

5.0
3.0
LIT202
May 4, 2011

Maxwell is such a great teacher. He is passionate about what he's doing and he is very approachable. The lectures are always interesting, and he cares a great deal about his students. He is a little behind with paperwork, but other than that, he is engaging. As long as you read the stories, this class is very easy. I recommend Maxwell!

4.0
3.0
ENG100
May 16, 2011

gretas teacher.. easy going and makes class fun but lacks greatly in returning your essays. i didnt knw what grade i had on any of the essays until after the semester.. overall his great, do your part and participate well and he will give you a fair grade.

3.0
4.0
ENGL848
May 27, 2011

He is a very demanding teacher that is critical about the essays you write and has an obsession about making the intro and thesis part of the essay paper perfect in his terms; he also finds it difficult giving an A on them too. His lectures are pretty much useless in helping you. His way of writing an essay is very different from the norm.

3.0
3.0
LIT202
Jun 6, 2011

Unless your an English major or love excruciatingly boring literature DO NOT TAKE THIS CLASS. I absolutely love reading, yet only enjoyed ONE book (Huck Finn) the entire semester. Maxwell is boring, sarcastic, and narcissistic; I slept through every class. He also grades way to hard for the JC level. Do yourself a favor and pass this one up.

3.0
3.0
ENG100
Jun 11, 2011

The teacher is a good person, albeit grossly disorganized. A little bit too how-does-that-make-you-feel kind of a English teacher, instead of teaching actual writing or other life-applicable skills. Going to class is mainly about discussing thoughts and feelings. The topics he chose were very interesting. Nice man who truly cares about students.

4.0
4.0
ENG202
Jun 15, 2011

I really enjoyed the books he selected for his American Lit class. It is VERY difficult to get an A. Poetry was lame but I understand it is part of literature and must be taught. Took way too long to grade papers and get them back to us (up to 2 months). He knows his stuff and if you love LIT I recommend you take his class.

5.0
2.0
ENG100
Jun 28, 2011

If you are a student who is looking for interesting material to read, applying critical thinking in the real world, and making a difference through a project, TAKE MAXWELL. He is certainly passionate for teaching students and helpful with essay drafts. Sure, he is a bit disorganized so keep all of your essays. Prepares you well for college writing!

2.0
3.0
LIT202
Aug 19, 2011

I did not like this class. We read about 13 books. During class all he did was TALK! He made me feel stupid during our conference and seemed to favor the smarter kids in class. Our essay was due in March, he did not return it until the 2nd to last week in May. Cool guy, sucky teacher.

5.0
3.0
ENG848
Feb 15, 2012

He's great helped me figure out the essay process.BUT don't be shy or daydream! Trust me if your bold and pay attention, you'll be fine.

4.0
3.0
ENG101
Mar 18, 2012

If you wanna save money, then this teacher is a good one. He still has you buy a few books but, but he makes sure they are cheap. He nice and friendly and will help you if you need it, but yes he is very disorganized. The subjects he talks about are very interesting and different. He makes you think outside of the box. I recommend him!

2.0
3.0
ENG848
Nov 3, 2012

Maxwell is very unorganized and doesn't return papers so you don't know how yo can improve your next paper. only wants the papers to be how he wants it. very narrow minded, comes to class unprepared but expects his students to understand his lectures. He thinks everything is revolved around his class, as if we shouldn't have other priorities.

5.0
1.0
ENGL100
Jul 20, 2013

I took Professor Maxwell's class a while back & I think at that time he was new to CSM. Nonetheless, I still remember him. I enjoyed his classes, participation was a must in this class & he made sure EVERYONE participated. I remember some of his readings were difficult to understand, but he's very helpful.

5.0
5.0
ENG100
Grade: A+
Aug 19, 2013

Great teacher.

5.0
3.0
ENGL100
Oct 29, 2013

He's plenty helpful and very engaged. He's somewhat sarcastic , but he isn't too hard on students. He's not very consistent when it comes to returning graded work.

5.0
2.0
ENGLISH100
Nov 8, 2013

Honestly,as long as you hand in your essays on time,participate in class and invest some time in it, this is not only an easy but also a very interesting English 100 class.Obviously people who never show up or hand in essays late can't expect an A. If you show some interest and hand in you stuff on time, you're more than safe. Great teacher!!

3.0
2.0
ENGL848
Dec 1, 2013

His essay prompts are really confusing. The first two he gave were pretty much the same. He needs to understand that people have different opinions about things. If you have an opinion and he disagrees, he will often try to imply that youre wrong. He also interrupts you A LOT. Other than that, hes ok I guess. Class was always like a therapy session

1.0
5.0
ENG848
Dec 14, 2013

If you ever ask him a question never expect a clear answer. He will also tell you that your opinion is wrong. Gives homework the night before it's due at 10pm. Overall a horrible teacher. I DO NOT recommend taking his class.

1.0
3.0
ENGL848
Grade: B+
Dec 18, 2013

HORRIBLE. not clear about anything. handed back our 1st essay a month after we turned it in, some even got it back day of the final. emails homework night before its due. said we were going to have a short answer final, ended up being an essay on a topic we never talked about. does NOT help you when you ask questions & thinks you're always wrong

1.0
4.0
ENG848
Dec 18, 2013

Essay topics are confusing. Not clear on anything. Contradicts himself and did not understand his own essay prompt. Treats you like you're 3 but expects professional papers. Teaches about being organized, yet is the most unorganized professor I had. He could never give grade estimates because he never had anything graded.

3.0
2.0
ENG100
Apr 17, 2014

maxwell was great and i loved his class but its true he's not timely with grading and returning papers. if u need an extension, call him on not having graded work and he will yield. come to class and participate and ask for help on ur essay until its clear. overall he is super cool and if u put in effort he works with you. loved the material.

1.0
3.0
ENG848
Grade: B
Apr 25, 2014

he is annoying and his class is annoying

4.0
4.0
ENGL100
Grade: A+
Apr 25, 2014

Tim was helpful and insightful. He's passionate about his job and he cares about his students. If you can write a decent essay, you'll get an easy A. If not, he will spend hours making sure you LEARN to write a great paper. Those who say otherwise are lazy and don't understand why they're at school.

2.0
3.0
ENGLISH8484
Sep 16, 2014

Maxwell is a nice teacher but I don''t feel his teaching is good and sometimes relevant. He teaches alot about writing rather than reading comp and writing together. In addition he talks alot about unimportant non- related stuff such as people eating spam and food culture which is more of a sociology topic. His assignments are usually unclear too

5.0
3.0
ENGLISH848
Grade: A+
Dec 15, 2014

Tim Maxwell is a great professor, and I loved his class! Plan on working hard to earn your grade. He's super understanding, but not a pushover. If you want to kill time, this is not the class for you. If you are serious about learning, he will definitely invest the time teaching. His humor makes the class fun! He likes when students participate.

2.0
5.0
ENG848
May 18, 2015

Assigns way too much work and essays for a 848 class. I wouldnt recommend taking his class if you're just trying to clear the prereq and take eng 100. Just overall a extremely boring english class because of the way he teaches. He expects you to make his class #1 priority when he doesnt realize you have other classes to worry about.

1.0
5.0
ENG100
Grade: A-
May 23, 2015

I didn't like his teaching style or his personality. He was very into himself and gave higher grades to people that took part in his club (AGS). His actual class was very unorganized and his prompts for essays were very unclear

5.0
3.0
ENG848
Grade: B
May 29, 2015

Very nice and patient teacher. You have to actually put some work in but as long as you try you will get a good grade. A little boring classes sometimes and pointless info sometimes but it was overall a good class.

3.0
3.0
848
Oct 5, 2015

He is a very quiet teacher. It seems like he tries to be patient, but because he is very kind and quiet, the class goes by VERY slowly. I try to not fall asleep. He spends way too many classes on one assignment. Class is really boring and repetitive. It seems like he wings it almost every class, instead of having something planned ahead of time.

2.0
5.0
ENGLISH848
Grade: D+
Jan 15, 2016

I didn't like his teaching style he was really boring. Most of the time people wouldn't attend his class because no one knew what he was talking about.

1.0
5.0
ENG848
Grade: D+
Jan 26, 2016

He was too busy with everything else so he couldnt help the students when they needed it. Only passed like 10 people in his class.

4.0
2.0
ENG100
Grade: A+
May 6, 2016

Prof. Maxwell's lectures are very connecting to the audience. When writing an essay, he assigns you with a partner in the class and you both peer help each other. Most of the time, I am paired with someone who hasn't done the work. Working on your thesis and outline in class helps a lot. This class is where I made friends with all my class mates!

4.0
2.0
ENG100
May 18, 2016

Took Tim's 848 class last semester and although he was slightly more organized, he still is a wonderful professor and I am glad I took him again. His ENG 100 course will make you think about and reflect on issues that you've probably never acknowledged before. Wants you to do well & is a good communicator when it comes to assignments & due dates.

2.0
4.0
ENG100
May 28, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Im going to keep this short and sweet: Maxwell is a kind person, but not a great professor: Never grades anything in a timely fashion, tends to be rude when someone expresses an opinion that is different from his, more focused on teaching/discussing human rights than helping people build writing skills.

4.0
2.0
ENG848
Grade: B
Aug 23, 2016
Would take again

Took Prof Maxwell for Eng 848/100 and he was very understanding and helpful. Always helped whenever you emailed him or requested office hours. Gives great feedback, but class can get boring sometimes

Respected
Get ready to read
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
2.0
5.0
ENG100
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Oct 12, 2016
Wouldn't take again

He seems like a great guy outside of class, but during class he can be a bit rude. We focus a LOT on human rights, yet I do not know if he is an activist. Takes forever to grade work. He's just an okay guy, you really don't start to like him.

Get ready to read
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
GROUP PROJECTS
3.0
2.0
ENG100
Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 12, 2016
Would take again

He's extra. You learn to love him after eight weeks, though. Never tell him exactly what you're thinking. Just agree with what he says. Don't talk over him. Don't be heartless. Do not be a Trump supporter.

Get ready to read
Inspirational
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
2.0
4.0
ENG105
Nov 18, 2016
Wouldn't take again

His class is exhausting. He repeats himself a lot. My class ends at 11 but he won't release us until 11:05. He is a great guy outside of the classroom, but he seems flustered all the time and his classes are boring.

Participation matters
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
3.0
3.0
ENGL100
Grade: A-
Jan 11, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Maxwell is a friendly and approachable person. His class discussions can be interesting, but his deadlines for essays can be confusing. His essay prompts can be hard and vague. Never did he once give back any of my essays, so I had no idea what my grade was in this class throughout the semester.

Get ready to read
SO MANY PAPERS
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
5.0
3.0
ENG100
Grade: A+
Jan 23, 2017
Would take again

Professor Maxwell was a great English 100 teacher. His lectures were never boring and there was always something to learn. He is very kind and will help you with any problems/issues you may have. We had to write a lot of papers but he was very understanding about late submissions. I would surely take his class again.

Get ready to read
Inspirational
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
3.0
5.0
LIT232
Grade: D
Feb 26, 2017
Wouldn't take again

He is a nice guy. But he is worst teacher! He grades so hard and has the hardest tests. Do not take for any literature courses. He analysis the reading way to much and makes you memorize quotes from books for the midterms. Not a good teacher at all, but a very nice guy. Do not take!

Tough Grader
2.0
3.0
LIT202
Grade: Not sure yet
Mar 17, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Pompous as hell, self absorbed. If your interpretation of the text sways from his in the slightest, you're wrong. Nice man for the most part, not a good teacher.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
LECTURE HEAVY
2.0
3.0
ENGL110
Apr 11, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Like everyone else, he is a nice enough guy but such a terrible teacher. He gives no feedback, ALWAYS makes you work in pairs and groups, and has no clear grading criteria so I feel like at the end he's just going to assign everyone a random grade based on what he thinks they did. He also overanalyzes EVERYTHING.

Participation matters
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
GROUP PROJECTS
5.0
2.0
ENGL848
Grade: A
Aug 14, 2017
Would take again

Not only a teacher but an unexpected life mentor.

Inspirational
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Caring
3.0
4.0
ENGL100
Grade: A-
Nov 14, 2017
Wouldn't take again

He is a nice guys and all but he over analysis everything. I just feel like everything we talk about in class, I could already do those thing at home. WHAT I HATE: he made us do an in class essay for OUR FINAL. LIKE WHAT.

Get ready to read
1.0
4.0
ENG105
Dec 16, 2017
Wouldn't take again

He's a super tough grader and demands that all homework is done in a very specific style of writing. Participation is super important to him and he enjoys calling people out. If you are a sensitive person do NOT take his class.

Tough Grader
Participation matters
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
2.0
4.0
ENG105
Grade: A-
Nov 1, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Maxwell is an extremely tough grader, and there is a lot of homework in this class. Be prepared to read a lot and work really really hard for his class. He enjoys calling people out and humiliating them if you have an opinion opposing his. He is super democratic and likes to brainwash students, if you oppose his views, he'll give you a bad grade.

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
GROUP PROJECTS
1.0
4.0
ENGL110
Mar 22, 2019
Wouldn't take again

He is a very unorganized and self centered teacher. He expects you to check your Canvas 24/7 and adds new random assignments in the middle of the week without telling you in class or in an email. The modules are poorly structured and he requires way too much for your grade. There are many pointless discussions in class irrelevant to English.

Lots of homework
So many papers
Tough grader
2.0
4.0
ENGL110
Grade: B+
Aug 17, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Maxwell's teaching style comes from being trained rather than through experience which ends up being plain and boring. He'll pair you up ALL THE TIME which sucks for the introverts out there. Without warning he will also add unexpected assignments which is unfair. Way too structured, not good for an english class. Don't sign up for him.

Lots of homework
Participation matters
1.0
4.0
ENGL110
Dec 11, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Your political ideology matters in this class, which is unfortunate being this is an English writing class. In short, Maxwell is a biased, narrow-minded teacher who must be appeased by liberal writing to get a good grade. Everything you say must skew liberal, and god forbid he overhears you say anything nice about Trump or he will FAIL you!

Accessible outside class
Skip class? You won't pass.
Lecture heavy
3.0
4.0
ENG105
Grade: B+
Jun 13, 2020
Wouldn't take again

He is a tough grader. He wants you to work for the class 24/7. He give a lots and lots of work. Be prepared to read and write a alot.

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
Group projects
1.0
5.0
ENGL110
Grade: Not sure yet
Sep 19, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Save yourself the pain and horror. Don't take this for your own sake. This guy calls himself a teacher, like bro you can't teach, fully devoted to poetry and talks about other non relevant stuff. Spends class on one topic, doesn't mention HW. Unorganized, scatters hw everywhere. Doesn't explain assignments, literal nightmare.

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
1.0
5.0
ENGL110
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Sep 19, 2020
Wouldn't take again

I'm sorry, I get very good grades and this is the first time I experienced such horrid teaching. "Professor" Maxwell does not explain assignments nor essays, he just expects you to do it. I withdrew today so I don't get an "F". Save yourself, take any other teacher and you'll understand what they're trying to do. Maxwell? He rants on about random..

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
2.0
4.0
ENG100
Grade: A-
Nov 17, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Does not feel like an English class at all, it's a political class. If you disagree with his opinion about anything at all, he won't only say you're wrong but he will laugh at you and make you feel dumb. Passive-aggressive, rude, and always has disorganized canvas assignments. Clear political agenda.

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
Participation matters
1.0
5.0
ENGL110
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 12, 2021
Wouldn't take again

If you are not an English major DO NOT TAKE HIM! Even if hes the only one available! I cannot stress this enough! Im a bio major and he gives more work than my major classes. He expects that his class is your priority and tells you that youre wrong when your opinion is different from his. He doesnt grade anything/leave feedback on essays. 0/10

Lots of homework
So many papers
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
ENGL110
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 18, 2021
Wouldn't take again

DO NOT TAKE. an absolute NIGHTMARE. gives 5 papers and crammed the last 3 into the last month, gives no feedback on papers. He argues with students when they have a different opinion then him, and literally throws tantrums when you try and reason with him. Expects you to make his class the absolute priority, please for the love of god do not take

Lots of homework
So many papers
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
ENGL110
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 18, 2021
Wouldn't take again

I really tried to like him but I can't. Insane amount of work but he doesn't grade things until the end. I do more work for this class than my 5 unit major classes, and I can't even guarantee that I'll bag that A. Completely unreasonable. God forbid you say anything against his opinions as he will invalidate yours. Please don't EVER take this man.

Lots of homework
So many papers
Tough grader
1.0
3.0
ENGL110
Grade: A+
Feb 16, 2022
Wouldn't take again

I put "Hilarious" because I couldn't take his class seriously. He is so unorganized and assigns assignments and due dates till the very last minute. He overanalyzes everything and legit "fangirled" over this author we had, even though it barely helped with our work. I don't recommend him at all. Pick a teacher that's more credible. Trust me.

Hilarious
5.0
4.0
ENG105
Grade: A
Aug 18, 2023
Would take again

He is a good professor, willing to help students revise essays and provided the chances to students get an extra credit. Before the final, he also gives the class times to review all the important knowledge and if you follow this steps , you will get a B at least.

EXTRA CREDIT
Caring
5.0
3.0
ENG105
Grade: A+
Aug 15, 2024
Would take again

Professor Maxwell, is very caring and will help students if you are willing to do the work. If you're behind with an assignment don't give up on it; finish it and go to his office hours. Also, go to the writing center sometimes he'll personally be there to help you with your essay.

Get ready to read
Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
1.0
4.0
ENG100
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 12, 2024

The most unorganized person I've ever met. He is very inconsistent of how and when he grades assignments. If he doesn't like the way you do something he doesn't even take the time to actually give you a grade but instead will give you an incomplete out of however many points. Not to mention you won't know your grade until the end of the semester.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Lots of homework
1.0
4.0
ENG100
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 12, 2024

He is super unorganized and overall probably the worst English teacher I have ever had in my nineteen years of living.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Lots of homework
3.0
4.0
ENG100
Grade: B
Dec 26, 2024

Maxwell is very unorganized with the assignments forgetting to assignments on canvas, or give incorrect due dates unless being called out. This class is much more work compared to other engl100 classes. But I was a lazy student who turned in work months late and you just have to show that you care and he will do the same for you.

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Participation matters
5.0
3.0
ENG105
Grade: A+
May 11, 2025
Would take again

He is unorganized with assignments and be prepared to read and write. However, he just wants his students to care, he ALWAYS accepts late work if you talk to him, he is the kindest and he wants you to pass and reach your full potential. If you're not a good student or doesn't care, then its not the best option for you. The best teacher I've met.

Participation matters
EXTRA CREDIT
Caring
2.0
3.0
engl162
Grade: Not sure yet
May 13, 2025

He is very unorganized, and seems to not understand how to use canvas. There is a disconnect from what canvas says and what he says in class. He tends to ramble on for most of the class leaving little time to do the group work. He is very big on poetry and focused on it for most of the semester. He also seemed to forget about the advanced students.

Participation matters
1.0
1.0
ENG105
Grade: Rather not say
Nov 25, 2025

People like Timothy Maxwell can't even teach a class like he barely even know what he is doing after like 4 years of teaching English people like him don't amount too much, and people like him end up on the streets, if you want a better professor don't chose this one. Not qualify to be a professor.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Beware of pop quizzes
3.0
3.0
ENG100
Grade: Incomplete
Dec 3, 2025

After you see 20 bad points, I hope you know what the class will be like. We use two good books. Maxwell is a good person, but I don't think he has organized lectures. A significant amount of homework will be due in the last month of the course. We have 3 writing projects, but I haven't gotten any valuable feedback yet. Good luck!

1.0
5.0
ENG105
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 4, 2025

The rating is a lie don't join this class, I end up being disappointed his rating should be a 0 this is how bad this class is.

Tough grader
So many papers
Graded by few things
5.0
1.0
ENG161
Grade: A+
Dec 6, 2025
Would take again

Genuinely, tim might be one of the best professors i have ever had in my life. He isnt just a professor, he is a mentor and a cheerleader and therapist. He puts so much effort into meeting students where they at while pushing them to meet their fullest potential. You will only fail if you dont try, but thats not on him.

Inspirational
Caring
Accessible outside class
1.0
5.0
ENG105
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 11, 2025

DONT JOIN THIS CLASS OR ELSE YOU WILL NOT MAKE IT THROUGH GRADUATION!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Graded by few things
2.0
4.0
ENG100
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 12, 2025

Professor Maxwell is very unorganized and unclear with his lectures and instructions. He waits until the end of the semester to assign a fat load of assignments. You will never know what grade you have in the class as he does not submit any grades. Do not take this class. About half of my class dropped the class before the midterm.

Get ready to read
Participation matters
Lots of homework
1.0
3.0
ENG100
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 18, 2025

He has never had a clear structure for his homework. I wasted a lot of time on this class. Most students don't enjoy the class. He will grade every essay only on the final. Asking him questions, you'll always receive confusing answers. He dislike honest opinion.

1.0
4.0
ENG100
Grade: Rather not say
Dec 31, 2025

He's the worst professor in College of San Mateo so far.

Tough grader
Participation matters
Lots of homework
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