4.7

Tomas Regalado

Languages - James Madison University

4.7
Quality
1.8
Difficulty
100%
Would Retake
95
Reviews
4.7
Quality
1.8
Difficulty
4.8
Helpful
4.6
Clarity

100%

Would Retake

95

Reviews

Rating Distribution
Official
95 total ratings

5

80

4

12

3

3

2

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1

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What Students Say

Great individual, yet his class is unbelievably hard, lots of notes and class discussions, so much information covered, tests seem like they're straightforward yet they're very difficult

SPAN308 - 5.0 rating

He's great, and very funny

SPAN231 - 4.0 rating
Class Info

Attendance Mandatory

47%

Textbook Required

42%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

A-

95% confidence
Based on 17 grades
Most common grades:
A (10)
A+ (3)
B (2)
Grade Distribution
A(13)B(2)C(1)D(0)F(0)A-/B+(1)
Based on 19 reported grades
A: 10
A+: 3
B: 2
Not sure yet: 2
Common Tags
Caring (10)
Amazing lectures (8)
Hilarious (6)
Participation matters (5)
Respected (3)
Accessible outside class (2)
Graded by few things (2)
Tough Grader (1)
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Reviews (94)
4.0
2.0
SPAN231
Nov 15, 2001

He's great, and very funny!

5.0
3.0
SPAN231
Dec 9, 2001

vey nice guy, and funny too. tests are not too bad, but you do have to study.

3.0
4.0
SPAN231
Apr 2, 2002

He is ok...but i haven't learned any spanish,

5.0
3.0
SPAN330
Oct 10, 2002

Best teacher in the Spanish Department!

4.0
2.0
SPAN231
Oct 23, 2002

Very good teacher...not too hard either

5.0
3.0
SPAN231
Oct 25, 2002

He's hilarious! makes the class so much fun!

5.0
2.0
SPAN231
Nov 6, 2002

No Comments

5.0
2.0
SPAN231
Nov 7, 2002

No Comments

4.0
1.0
SPAN231
Nov 15, 2002

HYSTERICAL! I haven't learned much, but he is easy and fun

4.0
2.0
231
Nov 16, 2002

Too bad hes not teaching 232. Great guy, very sincere and wants to help

5.0
2.0
SPAN231
Nov 20, 2002

The hottest teacher at JMU

5.0
1.0
SPAN231
Nov 20, 2002

No Comments

5.0
1.0
SPAN231
Nov 20, 2002

No Comments

5.0
1.0
SPAN231
Nov 20, 2002

He is absolutely hilarious and one of the nicest guys ever. Class is easy too.

5.0
1.0
SPAN231
Nov 22, 2002

No Comments

5.0
2.0
SPAN231
Dec 2, 2002

he is awesome! so funny and so cute!

5.0
3.0
231
Dec 8, 2002

sooo... understanding and funny. Nicest guy and good teacher!

5.0
2.0
SPAN231
Jan 6, 2003

I actually looked forward to this class because it was fun and he's awesome!

5.0
2.0
SPAN231
Mar 25, 2003

Tomas is wonderful-funny, nice and loves to teach. Definitely take him, and then follow-up with Jorge.

5.0
2.0
SPAN231
Apr 6, 2003

Such an awesome and funny teacher. He wants everyone to get an A, hardly any attendance policy, and lets you retake the part of each exam that you did worst on. Take his class! You will fall in love with him!!

5.0
3.0
SPAN231
Apr 6, 2003

No Comments

5.0
1.0
SPAN231
Apr 9, 2003

Great teacher, very easy, a lot of conversation in class, very funny, and you will look forward to the class, take Tomas

5.0
3.0
SPAN231
Apr 9, 2003

He's really good teacher, nice, funny, and of coutrse he's hot!!! That's always a plus!

5.0
2.0
SPAN231
Apr 12, 2003

He is sooooooo hot and fnny and wants you to do well. Definately take him for 231!

5.0
1.0
SPAN231
Apr 15, 2003

awesome teacher, funniest teacher ive ever had, good times if you have a good class, very easy going...(you can go to class **** and he doesnt care, hahah)

5.0
1.0
SPAN231
Apr 16, 2003

best professor at jmu! you seriously want to come to class because you do not know what to expect..learn a lot..he lets you redo parts of the test you did the worst on..doesnt care when you turn stuff in..can make anyone laugh

5.0
2.0
SPAN231
Apr 16, 2003

He is an awesome teacher. Really cares about his students and will do anything to make sure that they do well. Really funny, really nice and you will not mind going to class!!!

5.0
2.0
SPAN231
Apr 17, 2003

Awesome class... even if you suck at Spanish.

5.0
1.0
SPAN231
May 6, 2003

Awesome teacher!!! Definitely take him if you get a chance.

5.0
3.0
SPAN231
May 15, 2003

NEVER WENT TO CLASS... somehow passed:) Love the guy. So friendly. Couldn't ask for a funnier, sympathetic, and honest professor who treats us like sus amigos en Espana! :)

5.0
3.0
SPAN231
Oct 20, 2003

Tomas is SO HOT... waking up early is worth it to see him! He's always willing to help outside of class.. VERY funny, relates the lesson to the class, very understanding about shy speakers.. GREAT GUY... GREAT TEACHER. Get him if you can!

5.0
1.0
SPAN231
Nov 8, 2003

I love this guy! He is so funny, I mean laugh so hard it hurts and the class next door can't even get work done funny. He makes it soooooo easy. Take him if you are lucky enough to find a spot!

5.0
3.0
SPAN231
Nov 24, 2003

I LOVE TOMAS!! He's hilarious (not to mention SO cute) and makes class so much fun. He also is very willing to help you w/ anything b/c he really does want to see his students succeed no matter what! Take him if you can! You'll love his class!

4.0
2.0
SPAN300
Nov 28, 2003

¿ Te gusta Soul Food ?

5.0
2.0
SPAN300
Dec 3, 2003

Tomas is awesome. Young guy who knows how it is to be a student, and is always willing to help.

5.0
3.0
SPAN300
Dec 6, 2003

He is a little cabroncete, specially with some Chupifriends. Tomás, ¡look for the Hasek's T-shirt, mamón! Kisses from Madrid. Peluco

5.0
2.0
SPAN231
Dec 6, 2003

Tomas is the hottest spanish teacher ever, so sweet and funny! i would take this class again so i could see him everyday! TAKE TOMAS!

4.0
2.0
SPAN231
Jan 5, 2004

Awesome teacher, will make you smile...cause he's such a cutie! Will make you work for your grade, some books to read, etc. Great class, you will want to learn spanish with Tomas. Extra plus--brings coffee sometimes to the 8am classes!

5.0
1.0
SPAN300
Apr 20, 2004

Tómas is the man. His classes are interesting and he is really easy going for people that have trouble speaking in class. Takes yah outside for classes and brings food and stuff. Take him for español!!!

5.0
1.0
SPAN231
Apr 24, 2004

You cant not love thomas, great guy, left every class in a good mood!

4.0
2.0
SPAN231
Jun 3, 2004

Tomas is awesome, he makes the subject matter easy to understand and he's easy on the eyes (especially at 9 am). If you have to take 231, take Tomas!

5.0
1.0
SPAN272
Aug 15, 2004

Great professor.Sooo nice and willing to help out in any way he can. Take him and you will come out with nothing less then a B. Have to work, but class is fun and exciting.

5.0
1.0
SPAN232
Nov 10, 2004

I heart Tomas. He is such a helpful little Spanish man, you really do learn about the language. I spend most of the class giggling at him and he makes the class time go by fast. Absolutely take this class

5.0
2.0
SPAN232
Nov 16, 2004

Tomas is the greatest. So enthusiastic, funny, and great at explaining things. I've already covered the material but he still makes it interesting and fun. Definitely take this guy!

5.0
2.0
SPAN232
Nov 17, 2004

He is THE MAN!!!...Take him...he is the best teacher ever!!!...hes interesting and such a happy man!

5.0
2.0
SPAN232
Dec 2, 2004

I LOVE THIS MAN!!! Tomas is so great! He rocks! My favorite prof. ever! He's the happiest and friendliest man you'll ever meet! He's never not smiling and he's very helpful at making the material understandable. The book is also very helpful. His tests are pretty easy too! HE'S AWESOME!!!

5.0
1.0
SPAN232
Dec 6, 2004

Tomas is the best teacher in the world! Seriously, take his class. He is so understanding and makes the class so enjoyable (which is tough when the class is at 5 o'clock). I may take span 300 solely to have another class with him.

5.0
1.0
SPAN231232
Mar 20, 2005

I adore Tomas. He is the greatest. I speak no spanish and he still liked me and was nice. If your a girl, he is HOT. If your a boy the class will be filled with girls checking out Tomas. So it works out either way. I love, love, love him and I hate spanish. you figure it out.

5.0
1.0
SPAN231
Apr 27, 2005

Awesome teacher. Guy loves his job and it shows. He is funny and draws little cartoons to help illustrate his points. TAKE HIM. Hands down one of the best profs I have ever had

4.0
3.0
SPAN308
Oct 26, 2005

I don't see what the big deal is about this guy. Just because he is under the age of 30 does not make him cute. Won't let you out even a minute early. Ok class. Lets you retake the section you did the worst on for exams.

5.0
2.0
SPAN308
Oct 27, 2005

What are you talking about? Class is fun and Tomas is awesome! I don´t give a s··· if he´s hot or not, he´s the best prof ever!

5.0
2.0
SPAN300
Nov 1, 2005

Tomas is my favorite professor. He is seriously the nicest guy, hes really funny, and makes class very enjoyable. His tests aren't hard, and he even lets you retake the section of the test you did poorest on. I couldn't have asked for a better spanish teacher! TAKE HIS CLASS!!

5.0
1.0
SPAN300
Grade: C
Dec 10, 2005

Best teacher EVER! So nice & so easy. He's the smartest man & tests and grading are a breeze. My favorite teacher, take him for sure if you can.

5.0
1.0
SPAN308
Feb 15, 2006

Take him. He can make your day. So much energy and fun.

5.0
2.0
SPAN305
Mar 20, 2006

Tomas is absolutely amazing. I have never had a professor with so much energy and enthusiasm, and he is so helpful. I could never have imagined a better spanish professor, you have to take his class!

5.0
1.0
SPAN308
Dec 19, 2006

Great teacher. willing to help whenever. retakes on the first two tests and a group project. pretty easy. the only catch is go to class he knows when you miss and will take notice.

5.0
1.0
SPAN212
Jun 7, 2007

I loved this class.

5.0
1.0
SPAN300
Nov 15, 2007

No Comments

5.0
2.0
SPAN308
Jan 5, 2008

he makes this class interesting and goes out of his way to help his students, one of the best we have

5.0
2.0
SPAN308
Mar 27, 2008

Tomas is amazing! You'll regret it so much if you don't take at least one class with him. He loves the subject, and makes you want to come to class. 3 tests, which can be kind of difficult, but he let's you retake it if you do badly on it! I learned so much from this class, and I'm taking him again next semester if I can. Really just awesome!

5.0
1.0
SPAN308
Apr 16, 2008

I love you Tomas! He is the best prof ever and absolutely hilarious! You must take him.

5.0
1.0
SPAN308
Oct 31, 2008

Tomas is amazing! You have to take him! I read these comments before I signed up for his class and figured just the teacher's-pets were commenting, but he really is the best prof. I've had so far... Take this class!!

5.0
1.0
SPAN308
Apr 7, 2009

I LOVE TOMAS! He is so happy, energetic, loves his students, and tries to make class interesting. Lets you retake exams if you don't do well. I love his class so much I am taking him again next semester. He truly is an awesome prof, one of my favorite at JMU.

5.0
1.0
SPAN212
Apr 21, 2009

Great guy, lenient grader, probably the best class I've taken at JMU, TAKE TOMAS!

4.0
3.0
SPAN308
May 4, 2009

Tomas is seriously my favorite teacher at JMU. He loves what he teaches and loves to help you learn it. He teaches history of South America like it's a story, which is awesome, because he keeps you interested. He takes the last 10 minutes or so of most every class to show the class pictures, which are hilarious. You can retake all of the tests!

3.0
2.0
SPAN308
Mar 1, 2012

His foot is always on the gas pedal, so he's loaded with energy. Lectures a bit fast, lots of information. Tests are a bit difficult, but he lets you retake them. Good teacher to have.

4.0
3.0
SPAN308
May 2, 2012

High-octane teacher who always seems like he's on a coffee rush. His lectures are fast-paced but he slows them down for you if you go to his office. Tests are tricky, but you get to retake all of them if you want. I would definitely take another one of his classes if I weren't graduating! He's really great!

5.0
2.0
SPAN308
May 3, 2012

Best teacher ever, really gets us excited about the material while also challenging our abilty to speak. if you get the chance, take a class with Tomas!

3.0
2.0
SPAN308
May 7, 2012

Great teacher. Has tons of energy and it translates into fun classes (and sometimes a migraine). He notices when you miss class, so go! (Students that miss >3 classes can't get an A). He's interesting and has lots of great pictures and stories! Take him!

5.0
2.0
SPAN308
Apr 26, 2013

Tomas is very helpful, he is the best civ professor at JMU hands down. Go to his office hours before tests he explains in detail. Allows you ro retake exams 1 and 2. Extra credit for going to events. If you have another test the same dat he allows you to reschedule. No books needed TAKE HIM

5.0
2.0
SPAN232
Jun 6, 2013

Profesor Regalato was the best professor I have ever had. He is engaging and enthsiastic and VERY helpful. He is lenient and understanding. He made class fun with music and cultural facts and food! He was much more helpful than the textbook and used the white board and some GREAT handouts to teach grammar.

5.0
2.0
SPAN232
Jun 6, 2013

Tomas is seriously the best professor I've ever had a JMU. Very lenient and understanding. He made taking a summer class so much better. Consistenly well prepared with lessons, always shared cultural music with the class, and occasionally brought in food and drinks from the Hispanic culture. More helpful than the text and always in his office!

5.0
1.0
SPAN308
Jun 9, 2013

Tomas is literally the best professor ever! He is so full of energy and makes class so much fun! He brought in Latin American snacks for us and was so understanding and helpful!! We had a class outing to Dona Rosa at the end of the semester. He is so much fun and really just wants you to learn the content. He is there to help! Take him if you can!

5.0
1.0
SPAN308
Apr 28, 2014

One of the most fun professors I've had. He's very laid back and doesn't like to just simply lecture, but also show you. The material isn't hard and he makes class enjoyable. Definitely take him if you need a Spanish credit.

5.0
1.0
SPAN308
Feb 26, 2015

This guy is the best teacher I've ever had in any subject. He is absolutely hilarious and loves to get to know the students. Love chatting with Tomas about football and traveling. He's a great resource for travel ideas and tips, and also writes a killer recommendation.

5.0
1.0
SPAN307
May 27, 2015

Most inspiring and sweetest professor I have ever had. I feel so lucky that JMU has him in the Spanish Department.

4.0
3.0
SPAN308
Grade: A
May 3, 2016

DO NOT LEAVE JMU WITHOUT TAKING TOMAS

5.0
2.0
SPAN385
Grade: A
Jul 29, 2016
Would take again

Hands down the best professor I've ever had. I took his 308 and 385 and plan to take at least 2 more. It's obvious he LOVES what he teaches, he does it well, and his passion is contagious. If you take any Spanish civ/lit classes, absolutely take it with Tomas. It'll be the best class you take at JMU. Plus his tests are easy if you pay attention.

5.0
4.0
SPAN308
Grade: B
Dec 19, 2016
Would take again

Awesome man, very funny and passionate, truly wants to share his wealth of knowledge with students. Great individual, yet his class is unbelievably hard, lots of notes and class discussions, so much information covered, tests seem like they're straightforward yet they're very difficult. He lets you retake each quiz but the retakes are even harder.

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LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
3.0
SPAN308
Grade: A
Mar 10, 2018
Would take again

Love Tómas with all my heart! He is one of the greatest professors I've ever had a JMU. He is so nice and easy going. Participate in class it is worth 40% of your grade. He is extremely passionate about what he teaches and I am trying to figure out how to fit another one of his classes into my schedule in the future!

Participation matters
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Hilarious
4.0
2.0
SPAN308
Grade: A+
Apr 23, 2019
Would take again

He gives a few exams, but they are all able to be retaken. He is more interested in you learning the material than just getting a passing grade. He has a broad knowledge of the subject and is willing to work with you based on what skill level of Spanish you possess. In class participation is very important.

Accessible outside class
Participation matters
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
SPAN308
Grade: A
Oct 28, 2019
Would take again

Tomas is so funny and such a caring professor! His class is beyond easy, it's very laid back and he uses a casual lecture-style mostly including games and class discussion. He lets you retake the exams if you're not happy with your grade. I don't really know what else he grades... We did an online discussion one time, but the homework isn't graded.

Participation matters
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
2.0
SPAN385
Grade: A+
Nov 15, 2021
Would take again

Never in my life have I loved a professor like I love this man. This is the second class I've taken with him & no matter what class he's teaching, TAKE IT. He is so kind and funny and understanding, the tests are pretty easy and he genuinely cares about his students and what he's teaching. Such an amazing person I hope he finds $1000 on the ground

Participation matters
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
2.0
SPAN385
Grade: B+
Jun 11, 2022
Would take again

Very helpful and caring about students. Makes content easy and fun to learn

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
3.0
SPAN308
Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 31, 2022
Would take again

He is a great professor! He really cares about how well his students do and allows you to retake certain sections of exams to improve your grade! He wants you to actually learn the material

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
1.0
SPAN385
Grade: A
Dec 2, 2022
Would take again

Tomas is an amazing person and professor, this class was so entertaining and he always made sure to explain each module and the content to a point where you feel comfortable. 3 exams which he allows retakes for all of them. 100% recommend!!

Amazing lectures
Caring
Respected
5.0
2.0
SPAN308
Grade: A+
Jan 16, 2023
Would take again

Tomas is such a great professor. He is so positive and energetic. It's obvious that he is very passionate about what he teaches and cares about his students. I learned a lot and enjoyed his class. I hope everyone has the opportunity to take one of his classes!

Amazing lectures
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
2.0
SPAN308
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 18, 2023
Would take again

Dr. Regalado is one of the best professors JMU got, he is super caring, funny, and great at teaching. Assignments are simple and direct, if you pay attention and do all your work you will easily get an excellent grade.

Hilarious
Caring
Respected
5.0
1.0
SPAN308
Grade: A
Apr 19, 2023
Would take again

He is a great professor, very caring and full of energy. He cares for this students, as long as you can have a form of communication, he is able to help you out. At certain times, his classes would get a bit boring, HOWEVER, his hype energy and personality would make it interesting. Please do take him, highly recommend. Love professor Regalado

Amazing lectures
Hilarious
5.0
1.0
SPAN308
Grade: A
Apr 19, 2023
Would take again

This class is super easy just study and take the tests and you will do great. He lets you retake the tests as many time as you need. He is fun and his lectures are fun. Try to particiapte! He is truly sweet.

Amazing lectures
Graded by few things
5.0
1.0
SPAN308
Grade: A
Nov 28, 2023
Would take again

Tomas is a cutie pie! So sweet, enthusiastic, and passionate about Spanish and Latin American history. Along with his amazing personality, he makes the class incredibly easy. Take him!!

Caring
Respected
Accessible outside class
5.0
2.0
SPAN308
Grade: B
Dec 20, 2024
Would take again

Tomas is great. If you did poorly on an exam, he let you to retake it (slightly different but similar), and he gave us the choice to do a 4 page paper or a presentation at end of sem. There were 4 (i believe) exams, and homework outside of class (nothing super difficult, only took 20 minutes or so to complete). very understanding and caring prof!

Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
1.0
SPAN308
Grade: A
Dec 12, 2025
Would take again

Cutie patootie I love him. Study for his exams, you're allowed to retake them too. Highly recommend the class he was so lit.

5.0
1.0
SPAN308
Grade: A
Dec 16, 2025
Would take again

LOVE this professor!! He's so sweet and cares that you do well. Very laid back and gives chances to retake tests. Extra credit if u read ur (ungraded) hw assignments out loud in class. 3 exams, attendance/participation, 1 online discussion per unit, and a final paper OR presentation is all thats graded and its hella easy. Would def take again!!

Amazing lectures
Caring
Graded by few things
Class Info

Attendance Mandatory

47%

Textbook Required

42%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

A-

95% confidence
Based on 17 grades
Most common grades:
A (10)
A+ (3)
B (2)
Grade Distribution
A(13)B(2)C(1)D(0)F(0)A-/B+(1)
Based on 19 reported grades
A: 10
A+: 3
B: 2
Not sure yet: 2
Common Tags
Caring (10)
Amazing lectures (8)
Hilarious (6)
Participation matters (5)
Respected (3)
Accessible outside class (2)
Graded by few things (2)
Tough Grader (1)
Rating Trend

Stable

+0.02 avg change
Dec
Jan
Apr
Nov
Dec
Dec
Last 6 months
Ratings by Course

SPAN330

5.0

(1)

SPAN272

5.0

(1)

SPAN232

5.0

(7)

SPAN231232

5.0

(1)

SPAN305

5.0

(1)
+7 more courses
Difficulty by Course

SPAN330

3.0

231

2.5

SPAN305

2.0

SPAN231

1.9

SPAN308

1.8

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