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Wayne Henderson

Geology - California State University Fullerton

3.3
Quality
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Difficulty
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Would Retake
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3.3
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Would Retake

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What Students Say

The worst professor I have ever had

GEO201 - 1.0 rating

He'll make you WORK for that grade

GEOL310T - 5.0 rating
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Online Classes

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Attendance Mandatory

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Textbook Required

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Reviews (300)
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GEOL101L
Aug 11, 2004

Has a good sense of humor and knows his rocks. Class was based on 50% labs and 50% tests. The class itself is ok, and he made it fun. Recommended for that stupid 1 unit science lab everyone has to take.

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GEOLOGYLAB
Sep 6, 2004

great teacher. helps if you have any questions you have on a lab. I would recommend him to anyone. makes the class fun.

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GEO101
Nov 20, 2004

Spent an hour going over 1st test with me in his office. Luv him.

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GEO101
Nov 30, 2004

even though i might have to take this class for a third time!, he's alrite. if i do have to take it again hopefully i'll have him for my prof

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101
Dec 7, 2004

WOW! This guy is the best teacher hands down! His classes are fun and easy and he is very smart...He is very clear and he has the best sense of humour for for a teacher I have ever seen. WHat more can a student ask for?? He rocks just like his geology class!

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GEOLOGY101
Dec 14, 2004

made geology super interesting. he's really smart, he's young, he's really funny, he's easy to approach, i was never bored. drops ur lowest test score, gives very detailed study guides for tests. he even gives us basically the first 10 questions of every test...so there's 10 points just handed 2 u

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GEOL101
Dec 15, 2004

very nice prof. voice reminded me of Louie Anderson from that cartoon life with Louie. class is difficult but he made it interesting. i got a B but i really studied.

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GEO201
Dec 27, 2004

cool teacher he is soo hot.

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GEOL101
Jan 15, 2005

Great easy teacher, everything is on blackboard, I didnt pass the class because it was a 7am class and I didn't do my best, but he is a great teacher, easy homework and lots of cool videos. Used book some of the time but relied on notes.

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GEO101
Feb 1, 2005

Loved Dwayne's class. He explains things clearly and concisely, and made geology (the one subject I though I would do the worst in) extremely interesting to me. The class is challenging in that you have to study, but he explains things so well that studying is just recap. Recommended!

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GEO101
Feb 12, 2005

Tests are extremely long, like 200 questions, 6 pages. Not easy, but not hard. Funny teacher. Gets mad if you disrupt class. Says he was never cool in highschool, and will never be cool. I failed both exams and still got a C. "Ummm..."

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GEO201
Mar 25, 2005

Awesome professor. Makes geology totally rock even if your comp sci.

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101
Apr 4, 2005

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GEO101
May 16, 2005

He's a good teacher, gives good notes and makes the lectures interesting. I would recommend people take him especially if you're not interested in Geology. Makes things go smoother.

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GEO201
May 18, 2005

ummmm this guy is ummmm quite hard and ummmm he is okay for geology and can talk for ummmm a long time, very hard class tho ummmmmmmmmmmmm

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GEOL101
May 25, 2005

WOW am i the only person who hated this guys class? lectures were COMPLETELY boring! difficult class a lot of the tests ?s didnt pertain to the lecture. i wish i wouldve talked to him about my grade earlier bcuz hes very helpful if u are doing badly. he lets you make up all the work u missed. nice guy once u get to know him.

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GEOL101L
May 26, 2005

This guy is awesome just talk to him during lab a lot. He wants to help you and if you try even a little bit you should have no problem getting a B at the very least

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GEO101
Jul 24, 2005

this guy sucks! i hated this class. his lectures have no meaning, and i have never seen anyone talk so much and so fast in my life. he knows his stuff, but he needs to know that we are not all geo majors. i cannot stand him. DONT TAKE HIM! his class is so boring! he grades so hard on homework and you have homework every night

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101
Aug 11, 2005

The person below is not very bright...Prof. Henderson helps with everything and explains things thoroughly and even gives the first 10 questions of each test beforehand...just go to class and turn in the assignments and you are going to pass. Obviously it's a college level class so expect some challenge, but I guess if don't work hard you wont pass

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GEOL101L
Aug 15, 2005

He was the best lab instructor ever! I took him for summer session and it was a blast everyday! Most of the work is done in class, hardly any hmwk. He is very helpful and will try to get you to understand things however difficult it is. Make sure you UNDERSTAND the work before tests cuz if you're a copier you'll fail. He is obnoxiously cute!

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GEOLOGY101
Nov 16, 2005

This class is easy as long as you study his powerpoint presentations on blackboard.The homework is easy and so are the tests.He likes this subject a lot and he tries to be funny but he's not. He is a nice guy but he hates when your late and when you talk in class.And dont listen to people who say that its hard, they are just lazy.

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GEOLOGY101
Nov 16, 2005

THIS INSTRUCTOR WAS VERY HELPFUL. YOU'LL DO GOOD IN CLASS IF YOU ATTEND THE LECTURES AND STUDY THE STUDY GUIDES AND READ THE CHAPTERS.

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GEO201
Dec 19, 2005

Easily one of the best teachers at CSUF. Enjoyed his class IMMENSLEY, and he really made Geology fun for me. Generally a nice guy, with interesting lectures, and fun stories to tell. Academically, he knows his stuff too, so he's not "all fun and no learning" either. If you need to take geology, this is THE guy to take. THUNDER TRILOBITE, OUT!

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GEOL101
Jan 20, 2006

Hard class but fun teacher!!!

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GEO101
Feb 27, 2006

This guy will spend most of the semester trying to get you to major in Geology. Boring lectures unless you love plate tectonics. His tests are really hard, so make sure you're going to class and studying. He also gives homework assignments that can make or break your grade, so don't brush them off.

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GEO201
May 4, 2006

awesome class

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GEO101
Jul 10, 2006

took his summer session, there is a moderate amount of work in this class, about 9 assignments. He does give extra credit. His tests are straightforward, but each test covers a lot of info. Try to pick and choose "testable" info from his powerpoints and youre set.

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GEO100
Aug 27, 2006

This is for the basic geo lab. If you dont "get" geo DROP THIS NOW. You will have to work your ass off for a C. VERY VERY VERY hard, from the tests to the labs he does not teach, u have to figure it out on your own. Even if you do that it is still impossible. Ugh, I still have flashbacks to 3 hour labs, the field trip was really fun though.

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GEO100
Nov 9, 2006

Professor Hendersons class is very easy. I took this class at 7:00 in the morning and had a hard time paying attention, but that is about all I did. I completed all assignments that were required and studied for about 30 mins for each exam. I recieved an A with very little effort. The class is very straight forward.

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GEOLO100
Dec 15, 2006

Don't take him!! There is a professor whom you can take geology and it would be much easier. He doesn't understand that not everyone is a geology major. His tests have approx. 75 questions if not more. I worked hard and got a C-, which I must retake. The class wat at 7am. He is funny, but is way too serious about geology. Avoid if you can!!!!

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GEO101
Jan 1, 2007

The fact of the matter is he is an awesome guy who is funny and helpful.

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GEO101
Jan 8, 2007

Class is way too hard to be a G.E. He is a nice guy and does know his stuff, but geology is boring and he makes it hard. His tests are too hard and long, boring professor. Take someone else if possible! If you do take him get ready to work hard for a C, on one test I studied ten hours and still got a D!! Good luck!

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GEO101L
Jan 19, 2007

Wayne is a awesome guy, very intelligent and definately loves his family, his dogs, and geology. Take him because he knows what he is talking about.

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GEO101
Jan 25, 2007

I took his summer session, and I thought it was pretty easy. I got a C+ only because I was half assing the class. His tests are straight forward. Almost all of the material on the test is covered on the study guide. Plus, his lectures are online. What more can a person what? Easy class, funny teacher. I highly recommend this class.

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GEOL101L
Feb 5, 2007

this guy is horrible. all he does for lab is just talk for 10 mins and lets us work on our own. he doesnt even help explain wut we're supposd to do on the labs and when we need help theres a million ppl at his desk so he cant help EVERY1. and when i ask for help he expected me to know everything about geology. nice guy but lab teacher. avoid him!

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GEO101
Feb 22, 2007

I hated geology and fell asleep most classes cuz it was 7am but he gives a very helpful study guide before each test & is always available to answer questions. Stay awake and you'll probably get a solid A. Also has an extra credit field trip. Didn't use the textbook much cuz he explains everything in class-- just to clarify some points.

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GEO101
May 2, 2007

He is a cool teacher.

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GEO101
May 23, 2007

This is the worst teacher I have ever had. He cannot even tell the difference between when he should use "then" and when he should use "than" in a sentence. His T.A. gave a better lecture. His study guides do not cover the material on the exams and they are written in cryptic abbreviations. His PowerPoint lectures are extremely disorganized and har

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GEO101
Aug 1, 2007

OMG DO NOT TAKE HIM UNLESS YOU ARE A GEO MAJOR!!! THIS IS A GE 101 COARSE & HE EXPECTS YOU TO KNOW WAY TOO MUCH! YOU WILL REGRET TAKING HIS CLASS. GOOD LUCK IF YOU DO!

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GEOL101
Aug 7, 2007

OMG, Wonder why the person below me didn't do so well, maybe this "COARSE" would have been better for you in High School... But Dr. Henderson is arguably the best lecturer in the geology department (if you go by words per minute.) Very fair grader, and has a lot of interesting facts about Physical Geology, and how it relates to the everyday world.

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GEOL201
Aug 8, 2007

He doesn't like people that are late or don't show up. You don't need the textbook, you only need the lab manual. 1 midterm, 1 paper/presentation, 1 final, and 1 weekend trip required. The midterm/final is mostly essay questions that he gives you before the test. Much of the final grade is "smoke and mirrors" because he curves. Not too hard.

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GEO101
Oct 19, 2007

Henderson is the worst professor on campus not only does he NOT help if you have a question he looks at you like your stupid that you dont know about geology! he mocks his students and makes fun of them if they are wrong. He should be reported! DONT TAKE HIM he is useless!!

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GEOL101
Apr 7, 2008

His voice is very monotonous and I agree, he does sort of "mock" students if they are not correct, but I don't think he does it to be mean. He does not like it when people are even 2 minutes late and he is very verbal about that. It's hard to get a A, I did all my homework and got B's on the tests and I ended up with a B

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GEOL101
May 14, 2008

DO NOT TAKE HIM IF YOU ARE NOT A GEOLOGY MAJOR!! He gives a very monotonous, serious, and detailed lecture and 75+ question exams that are way too detailed for 101 students who are not all Geo. majors. Avoid him if you can, do not make the mistake that he is nice. He seems cool, but not when it's exam time.

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GEO101
May 14, 2008

Interesting class, very fun to attend lectures...but the tests are extremely difficult. No matter how hard I studied I could never do well on his tests. They are very detailed. If you are not a good test-taker, don't take this class.

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GEOL201
May 19, 2008

This guy grades hard. Exams were tough. There is a three day field trip.

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GEO201
Jun 7, 2008

Fun field trips learned a lot

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GEO101L
Jul 17, 2008

This professor does "mock" kids but obviously none of these people get his sense of humor. He is a great teacher because he is a Geo freak. I took a trip with him to Mexico that taught me about Geology and it was cool to go with a knowledgable professor.

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GEOL310T
Jul 25, 2008

Well to be honest not the easiest professor. I have had him for both 310 and 101 and hes not all that hard. The thing with henderson is that you cant be lazy in class because it will bite you later during the test if your lazy dont take this class but if like moderate to hard work take him. He teaches alot about history and funny side jokes.

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GEOL101
Oct 31, 2008

Took this class in the sumer and really enjoyed it. Henderson actually made geology interesting. Take very detailed notes for exams and read the chapters! They're short, offered ec on the test. Definetly recommend him!! somewhat monotonous tone, but really funny. TAKE HIM!!

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GEO101
Dec 18, 2008

i personally don't like science at all but with Henderson he sure made class fun. He is extremely funny. Amount of hw is average and not very difficult if you use the powerpoints. Tests are long always multiple choice to about 90 questions. Could of gotten a B+ but didnt study at all

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GEOL101
Dec 26, 2008

Funny guy but he made the class way too hard for geology 101. His tests are very detailed and hard to study for. The average grade was probably a C-. Don't takek geology 101 unless ur a geology major.

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GEO101
Jan 15, 2009

Overall a great professor. Class is challenging but interesting. Pretty easy A if you do all of the homework and actually read the textbook.

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GEO101
Jan 22, 2009

He's a nice professor, but lectures are not the most entertaining or interesting. It's better and easier to just read the book and learn on your own. Just remember to show up, sit near the front, read the book, and participate..then you'll do fine! I would prefer another professor...but u decide.

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GEOL101
Jan 22, 2009

made geology as interesting as he could. print out the questions he puts on blackboard, they are free questions for the test

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GEOL101
May 14, 2009

really funny. homework is very straight forward, but do it because its what saved my grade! come to class cuz on the tests he has extra credit for examples he gives in class. for a 7am he kept my attention...usually :)

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GEO101
Jun 9, 2009

Wayne is the smartest professor I have ever had. He knows how to help people learn the stuff and he is great to talk to. Really cool guy.

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GEO201
Jun 11, 2009

This is the most informative class I have ever taken. The field trips are fantastic and learned a lot. Has great bonus questions and strangely the exams were fun but long

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GEOL101
Jun 18, 2009

He knows A LOT about his subject, but he expects too much from his students. The class is pretty entertaining and interesting but there is just TOO much information. Lots of homework! Tests are over 90 ?s each. He is willing to help you out tho.

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GEO101
Jul 19, 2009

I hate when people say 'I hate this teacher, they're too hard' but I really have to admit, this class was just too, too hard. He's a wonderful professor & person. I thoroughly enjoyed his class & would take him again! But he expects far too much from a 101 class. I'd recommend him. But be prepared to work extremely hard. I emphasize the 'extremely'

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GEOG101
Dec 11, 2009

this class was surely interesting, but there was so much information it was hard to keep up. test were extremely hard. if you don't read the book you pretty much wont know what's going on in the class.

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GEO101
Dec 14, 2009

too hard for a 101 class. he went off on alot of tangents. but those would appear on extra credit questions. he made us use two scantrons for the first test and final. are you kidding me? its a 101 class. dont bother using the book. it had nothing to do with his class and the power points barely helped.

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GEO101
Dec 22, 2009

Hes a cool teacher, funny at times. His tests are long, but they are pretty basic. What i mean, is that his test are broad. I hardly used the book, but it does help a lot. There sure is a lot of homework, especially 40 mins videos to watch every week. Gives a lot of extra credit opportunities.

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GEOL201
Dec 30, 2009

This teacher loves his job. Tests might have hard sections on it, but overall as long as you go to his classes and do the homework, you'll get an A.

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GEO201
Jan 5, 2010

To all the 101 complainers, you need all the information to prepare you for 201. 201 you have to learn the geological timescale as well as 1 paper/presentation and a couple field trips. the field trips are so much fun with very little work. Wayne has a different teaching style, power points are there to explain his discussions. Tests are long

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GEO101
Jan 19, 2010

he's a good! just read read and read. test aren't hard if you read and understand the lectures. study groups!!! go to them. :) i liked him. very interesting class

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GEO101
Jan 22, 2010

you need to sit up front! He lectures way too much! Don't be scared to ask him questions, trust me,you're going to need to ask! Study vocabulary! He assigns hw every week! Download the lectures!

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GEO101
Mar 21, 2010

His lectures are very very long, but they are really important to pay attention to. Make sure you go to class everyday because he assigns homework almost every period. Don't be afraid to ask him questions, he will help. Over all, I didn't enjoy his class.

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GEOL110T
Apr 22, 2010

Okay, I'll admit. I didn't like him at first. The first part of the semester was all about rocks, not dinosaurs, so that was a disappointment. But after the field trip and getting to know him, I have learned he's a great guy! He's pretty much a genius and super funny. You should print out the powerpoints for class and actually listen!

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GEO110T
May 20, 2010

quite a character and loads of fun, but be sure to study for his tests (study ppts and labs, book minimum). don't take pictures of him unless he's in an action pose (note above for reference) and if you say that the short-faced bear is your favorite animal that'll be an instant A. say that dionsaur george is your hero and that's an A++ :D

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GEO110T
Jun 7, 2010

i have to say he is a funny guy but he goes way off topic and takes about 20 minutes to start the lecture! Bonus questions on every exam about all the ramdom stuff he talks about. There is alof of homework so be prepared to have hw due every class. He is a weird dude..

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GEO310
Jun 8, 2010

HE'S A GREAT GREAT GREAT GREAT GREAT LIKE TONY THE TIGER!!!! gggggggggggggggggggREAT...

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GEO110T
Jun 8, 2010

This man is a great teacher. His slide shows are the key to the class, He is very knowlegable and lectures off the slideshows. He has a great sense of humor. The class may seem ALOT harder than it actually is. You must do the HW and Lab work. There is a lot of work , but it is not that hard. He is very willing to help. He is promp with his Emails

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GEO201
Jun 8, 2010

This class was so much fun! He is a great teacher. He would make fun of everyone and even be made fun of and he didn't care. He loves this subject and really wants to get the subject across to his students. He is very energetic and always has random people just drop in the class. Death Valley was the best trip though!

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GEO110T
Jun 8, 2010

Easy person to get along with or disliked. Don't really use much of the textbooks just listen to his powerpoint. His studyguides are basically the questions at the end of his PPs. Know you're timescale and listen to his random facts/complaints. They're his bonus questions on test. Go to his field trips, you don't want to write a 5 page paper

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GEO110T
Jul 4, 2010

Lectures may get off topic but thats how he keeps the class engrossed. Go everyday and show enthusiasm and he will like you, just as all other professor like eagerness to learn in students. Remember, GEO is in the class name, so there is some focus on geology in the beginning of the course. Study powerpoints for positive results on tests.

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GEO410
Dec 9, 2010

Professor Henderson you need to pass your entire Tuesday night class. We have all worked really hard and we deserve it and you know we are your favorites!

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GEOL201
Dec 14, 2010

Wayne is the best teacher I have ever taken!!!

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GEOL102
Dec 29, 2010

This professor is really good at making students feel uncomfortable asking questions in class, and is not very helpful at all. Worst professor I have ever had.

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GEO410
Jan 9, 2011

This teacher knows his subject but he lacks teaching skills.He can be rude and unprofessional, gets bother when you ask him questions many times he leaves you without an answer. You need to read the book in order to understand his power point lectures, cause they are unclear. Assigns h.w. everyday, hates when people are late, strange personality

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GEOL401
Jan 18, 2011

This is the best teacher EVER. He helped me help myself, if you know what I mean ;)

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GEO410
Jan 18, 2011

The comment below makes me laugh funny that he wants you to attend on time when you are in a class trying to become teachers. Prof Henderson does wants students to do their own work and I know who is leaving these comments below. They do not do their own work and he called them on it

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GEOG410
Jan 25, 2011

I hate science. But, after taking Wayne's class, Geology makes more sense. YES, it is important to attend class, just like every college course. Welcome to college!! Ask quetions if you are confused and Wayne will be more than happy to clarify. Wayne has a great personality!! Highly recommend

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GEO101
May 8, 2011

He is fantastic take take take

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GEOL310T
May 17, 2011

REALLY REALLY HARD!!! I'm an A student, taken over 30 college classes and this class destroyed me. If your a Geology major or have taken Geo classes before you might have a chance. Cool, helpful teacher though.

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GEO110T
May 18, 2011

I definitely recommend Wayne. He really does have a great personality (although he can be harsh, he is funny). Definitely go to class because his tests are both from lecture and his powerpoints so I don't recommend relying on just his powerpoints. Overall, take this class!!

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GEOL102
May 20, 2011

Looking at these comments, seems to me like he has a lot of respect for his geology students, but not for education or CAS major students. GEOL 102 is geared towards future elementary school teachers. Yet anytime someone would try to ask him a question in class, he would make fun of them..which is why I never asked a questions. Try to find another!

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GEO101
Jun 1, 2011

I took this class at 7 am although he was nice, his test are killer. the final was over 160 question do not take him! he has homework every night. I failed the class and so did everyone else I talked to in the class

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GEO101
Jun 9, 2011

I was in the 7 am class too and I got an A. The exams were easy they are just like the homework he gives. Like 50 questions on the exam were a matching. If you pay attention and do not copy homework you will do well. He also was the outstanding teacher for Fullerton in 2011.

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GEO201
Jun 12, 2011

Wayne is a SMART guy. He KNOWS his stuff and much more. He expects a lot but is always really helpful, if you ask him. He can come off as abrasive and he does like to poke fun at his students, play along and you will learn a ton. Put in the effort, go to class every day, and ask him for help from time to time and you can definitely get an A.

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GEO101
Jun 22, 2011

He definitely keeps the class interesting, and since it was a 7am class that's saying a lot. Although he's a great lecturer his tests are extremely difficult and you have to study the book, lectures, and power points to get a good grade. And even then you just have to know the material. VERY hard class to take but he is a great teacher.

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GEO101
Jul 3, 2011

Such a funny professor and keeps you awake. I had 7am class and always intrigued by whatever he was talking about. Class isn't hard but it's a lot of new material and you definitely need to go to class and read the book. Lots of assignment but they are simple. Test are mostly multiple choice w/ some short answer. I would definitely recommend him.

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GEOL310T
Aug 4, 2011

Okay, first off, he has deplorable taste in his sports team. But, he's actually a great professor, and has some "feel good" award to show for it. But seriously, go on any field trips he schedules and regularly attend class and review his study guide thoroughly as well as PPoint presentations. Be ready for an ear-full at all times. Go DUCKS!

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GEOL101
Sep 22, 2011

geology is more fun than biology and physics.

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GEO101
Dec 5, 2011

DO NOT TAKE THIS CLASS!!! HE EXPECTS YOU TO KNOW EVERYTHING THAT COMES OUT OF HIS MOUTH. EVEN THOUGH IT IS AN INTERESTING CLASS, ID RATHER HAVE A BORING TEACHER AND RECEIVE AN A THAN FAIL.

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GEO101
Dec 6, 2011

Sometimes he talks too much, but Wayne is very smart and super funny. His study guide for the test is very helpful. Take his class if you like to learn new things and listen to funny stories related to the lecture. Otherwise don't because he expects you to know the materials and read the textbook to ace the test. One of the best professor I've had

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GEOL101
Dec 15, 2011

This is the best prof I have ever had by far. He covers the material, grades the work himself, gives you feedback, and adds homework problems to the exam that you got back graded. He is funny and helpful too.

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GEOL101
Dec 26, 2011

Even though I passed this class, it was extremely difficult. He is probably one of the most helpful teachers I've ever had but the content of his subject is too much for a 101 class. He is extremely helpful and when you email him, he replies fast. And when you attend class, he will consider that in your final grade.

5.0
2.0
GEO101L
Jan 11, 2012

He's very funny and helpful. I took the lab over intersession, and he was very helpful and understood that it was quick class. It's easy to get a decent grade if you complete all the labs and get at least a 50 on the tests. His great attitude and approachable nature makes the painful subject easier to get through.

5.0
4.0
GEOL101
Jan 11, 2012

A great professor! His Powerpoints correspond with his in-class lecture so attending class is definitely a must. He also connects completely random stories to what we are learning and they are (for the most part) hilarious. Bonus questions on the exams are actually based on the random stories (so pay attention to them).His exams are also VERY TOUGH

3.0
5.0
GEO101
May 15, 2012

His class is hard not recommended if you think Geo is an easy A. I pretty much fail the final it's long and hard his tests are difficult and he have hw every day. His extra credits are like 3 points you do before exam. Yeah not worth it

4.0
3.0
GEOL101
May 17, 2012

I thought he was a decent professor. Not the easiest class, homeworks due everyday and you have to study hard for the test but he made class very funny and enjoyable to attend. Extra credit is definitely worth it because the points go directly on the test. On a 100 question test, 6 points (which he gave) is almost a whole letter grade

5.0
3.0
GEOL101
May 18, 2012

Outstanding class and professor! I see some people are complaining about homework but it is a university you suppose to do work fool!

5.0
4.0
DINOS01
May 23, 2012

Class has homework most days and labs. Have to pay attention in class but if you do the work and ask questions you will do well. TA was helpful too and I really learned a lot and i would take again.

5.0
3.0
GEOL5000
Jul 20, 2012

Wayne is a great professor. Howl like a wolf before class one day; it is an inside joke in the geology department. He will like it.

3.0
5.0
GEOL110T
Aug 24, 2012

Did not like this professor at all. The only good part about the class is the field trip we take which is pretty fun. Besides that, he jokes around too much and gets off topic. Also, the study guides are never clear. The grading is too strict and the lab work is very tedious. Don't take for a GE. Almost everyone in my class failed! :(

5.0
2.0
GEOL101
Nov 11, 2012

If you do the homework and study for the exams, you will pass this class and perhaps receive an A or a B! I found Henderson to be very interesting, and he obviously loves what he teaches. Exams are based off of the powerpoints/lectures. Homework due every class that comes from a video that you have to watch online (very easy).

3.0
4.0
GEOL101
Dec 8, 2012

He is a weird guy but he loves what he teaches. His tests are from his lectures and the review but they are really hard! doing the study guide and listening in class got me Cs on the tests and extra credit brought me to Bs. THe homework are videos and some are super long 125 mins or so.. Overall he is alright

3.0
2.0
GEO101
Dec 23, 2012

Very funny class. Attendance is not mandatory but you should go because he gives extra credit for knowing the silly things he says in class! Exams are difficult, study guides didn't really help out. I was borderline at the end and he pushed me up to a C. I think he sees that if you've done all the homework and made an effort he'll help you out.

4.0
5.0
GEOL201
Dec 24, 2012

The most interesting professor around! This guy knows everything about everything. Very funny and makes a rather boring topic very interesting. He demands a lot so if you're looking for an easy A look elsewhere. He seems to have a fascination with Geese. Ask about his favorite geese the first day of class and you'll make quick friends with him!

3.0
4.0
GEOL101
Mar 8, 2013

Professor Henderson is a nice person and he tries very hard to be funny, but I found the class to be frustrating. The tests require a ton of book memorization and his lectures did not prepare students for the tests. He could make things interesting but it was infuriating that he didn't teach us about what would be on the tests.

2.0
5.0
GEO101
Apr 22, 2013

Very funny, knowledgable professor. Although attendance isn't mandatory, its suggested-you'll fail the exam if you don't regularly. Homework assignments can be tricky, most of his work requires a great amount of focus. NOT AN EASY A!!

5.0
3.0
GEOL201
May 27, 2013

Wayne is very knowledgable and funny guy, knows a lot about everything, never hesitate to visit during office hours he is very helpful just don't show up day before final nobody likes that, overall if you put in the effort you will pass!

3.0
5.0
GEOL101
Jun 3, 2013

He is a very funny teacher and makes class interesting, but the lectures don't transfer to the tests too much. You have to keep up with your work!

2.0
3.0
GEO101
Jun 13, 2013

Very cool, laidback teacher. However, he can NOT teach for his life. Pay attention to lectures, do all EC, and READ THE BOOK. Oh and prepare to hear "AWWROIGHT" many, many times.

3.0
5.0
GEO101
Jun 14, 2013

This class was beyond boring - especially if geology is NOT your cup of tea. Henderson attempts to be funny every class, "alllllright, to begin with" and other clever remarks. BOTTOM LINE, way too much homework and the tests are HARD. Takes up way too much time to get a c or b. Be prepared for work, regr

4.0
4.0
GEOL101
Jul 3, 2013

Very boring class, but he is an okay teacher. Very into what he teaches. Tests were hard and could definitely not be studied for all in one night. Just stay on top of all the online homework and print-outs. Fairly hard class.

2.0
4.0
GEOLOGY101
Jul 20, 2013

It took a lot of work to get a passing grade. His lectures are very boring. Tries to be funny... which doesn't help. His power points aren't useful; they are just pictures with very little information. Therefore paying attention to his lectures are a must.

2.0
4.0
GEO101
Jul 22, 2013

I would not recommend this professor. He tries to collaborate his lesson with jokes, which aren't funny, and he includes his jokes/material on the test, so you have to pay very close attention to what he says in class.

5.0
3.0
GEOL101LAB
Jul 22, 2013

Great field trip, best prof I have had in 7 years!

2.0
3.0
GEOL101
Jul 23, 2013

Terrible! Was completely unclear. His lectures would make you think the class was simple and I still have no idea where he got his test questions from since it had NOTHING to do with lecture. His "study guide" was literally the text from his slides on a word document. This class destroyed my GPA..DONT TAKE IT!

5.0
1.0
GEOL101
Aug 2, 2013

Many students found his class hard but i sat in the second row which kept me focused the whole time. All you have to do is listen. He's hilarious and i strongly recommend him.

2.0
4.0
GEOG410
Aug 11, 2013

He expects everyone to know everything before he teaches it. He's self-centered and cares more about telling "funny" stories than actually teaching. The labs are exactly the same as the tests so make sure you understand them. He will make you feel stupid but ask questions anyway. Thank god his TA graded the final or I might have failed the course.

5.0
3.0
GEOL101LAB
Grade: B+
Aug 19, 2013

I can't believe how much fun he made the lab class. Yes you had to work to do well but it is a university and all. I am taking him again!

5.0
3.0
GEOL101LAB
Grade: B+
Aug 19, 2013

I can't believe how much fun he made the lab class. Yes you had to work to do well but it is a college class and all. I am taking him again in the fall!

5.0
3.0
GEOL101L
Grade: B+
Aug 19, 2013

Great lab class lots of fun with a great trip to Dana Point. I am taking him again in the fall.

4.0
5.0
GEO101
Aug 19, 2013

This was a difficult class. Funny stories but still boring. I's a heavy reading class & if you don't read every single chapter at least once youll probably fail. So be ready to read!!! Pay close attention to those study guides he gives out b/c if you don't use them...you'll probably fail. It's hard but if you put in the effort you'll at least pass.

5.0
3.0
GEO201
Sep 17, 2013

He's not easy (news flash, college isn't meant to be easy), he IS hilarious. He is very knowledgeable and expects you to put in the time. His labs and homework are not overly strenuous, but they require time and attention. Exams are long, go to class, be engaged, read the book and practice the essay questions and you'll be fine. 1 of my fave prof.

5.0
3.0
GEOL310
Oct 14, 2013

Only had the 1 unit class but wish I had him for longer. Great class.

1.0
3.0
GEOL310T
Oct 16, 2013

DO NOT TAKE! His lectures are pictures of him and his kids with no info. The test questions are nowhere on his slides or review sheet or the book. Makes you watch hour long videos for online quizzes twice a week. The videos rarely have anything to do with the class. Avoid this class!

5.0
3.0
GEOL201
Nov 5, 2013

Wayne's class is great, but it's not an easy A by any means. He's got a good sense of humor while still managing to get the content across crystal clear. I would recommend him to anyone who seriously wants to learn about geology and have a few laughs along the way. Just be sure to pay attention in class and do the homework. CARBONIFEROUS!

4.0
3.0
GEOL101
Nov 13, 2013

Its a difficult class with a lot to learn, but he's funny and the topics are interesting. There is always homework, a few extra credit opportunities and 2 mid terms. If you need help just go to tutoring in the library!

5.0
3.0
GEOL310T
Nov 27, 2013

He is soooooooo funny. Test can be hard so you have to do the homework and things like that as they can be test questions.

4.0
3.0
GEO101
Dec 29, 2013

62% percent bf final, solid C after. Either giant curve was made, or a miracle happened. Lecture was pointless, Take LAB with Aaron Katona and he'll teach you 4hrs of the week lecture in 15 mins :) So this class is pointless, his powerpoints only make things more confusing. Finish the studyguide, study it, and you'll be *Almost* fine.

5.0
4.0
GEO201
Jan 1, 2014

Best professor. In the beginning I struggled so much but it gets way better. His class is not easy. I worked my butt off. He has a great sense of humor and is very knowledgeable. Labs and HW are really important and easy points so do all of them. Also go to zzyzx! best trip ever! Wish I could take another class with him...

5.0
2.0
GEOL101
Jan 16, 2014

I don't know what these other people are talking about. If you show up for lecture, do the homework, and study for the exams, you will do fine. Yes, he talks a lot and yes he does have stories about the Imperial Russians during a plate tectonics lecture, but these keep you interested in what he is saying. Very helpful during office hours too.

5.0
3.0
GEO201
Feb 7, 2014

One of the best professors I have ever had. Extremely knowledgable about everything from sports to history. His class by no means is easy we are in college after all but he will pay attention to how hard you work. He is also very dashing and handsome…Oh and also be sure to say Carboniferous in class a lot!! Oh and he loves the Cowboys and Lakers

5.0
2.0
OCEAN115
Feb 8, 2014

I took this class at GCC . He is an awesome professor. Very knowledgable and has sense of hummer. He is organized and very responsible. He explains hard subjects like I do for my six years daughter.

2.0
5.0
OCEANGRAPHY
May 29, 2014

If you are international student, don't take this class. He is pretty fun, but his teaching is so bad for me. Also, the tests are so embarrassed. I don't recommend to take this class. Again, especially for international student. You won't understand what he said.

3.0
3.0
GEO101
Jun 12, 2014

Cool Guy, but his lectures almost have nothing to do with what is actually on the tests. He goes off on random tangents, which he uses for extra credit. Study guides are VERY vague and hardly help. 2 weekly video quizzes, not a lot of homework but his tests are pretty tough.

3.0
3.0
GEOL101
Jul 14, 2014

I could have used the hour just thoroughly reading and memorizing the book for the 3 midterms. However if you don't go to lecture, you might miss out on the answers to a few bonus points at the end of the exam (they're based on some jokes he makes in class that you won't remember the answers to anyways). It's not worth going to class for.

3.0
5.0
GEOL101
Jul 25, 2014

Very funny professor but extremely hard class. He has weekly quizzes and offers field trip extra credit. The material is way too hard for an intro to Geology course. Its not an easy A. I had to work hard for a C.

1.0
5.0
GEO101
Aug 22, 2014

Only reads off his power points that are irrelevant to the actual subject. Only pictures of himself and family all over the world in front of some mountain/geological area. Always tries to be funny with his jokes, but fails miserably. Study guides do not help with the exams, and you must learn everything on your own. Very monotone. Do not recommend

1.0
3.0
115
Oct 7, 2014

Pointless to take this professor. Very monotone with sudden outbursts not to mention so repetitive and veers off topic constantly. No need to go to class because lectures are pictures of his family and the irrelevant stories behind them. Read the book on your own its the only way to pass class.

5.0
2.0
GEOL101
Grade: A
Oct 20, 2014

Awesome class and awesome field trip! He knows a lot and always helps.

5.0
4.0
GEO201
Nov 20, 2014

Great way to learn about scallops and the Mississippian!

4.0
4.0
GEOLOGY101
Grade: B
Dec 18, 2014

Henderson was a lot of fun and I enjoyed his class. He is very funny and always says to begin with over there. He is clear on his lectures but it's mandatory to read the book and study everything. Class is not too hard thankfully. He also goes on tangents about life. I remember how he got annoyed about the line to see Santa Clause.

4.0
3.0
310T
Jan 22, 2015

It was painful the first few days due to his idiosyncrasies, however once you get used to them and take notes when watching the videos he will have you watch, the material is quite easy to understand. I only had the 1 unit portion, so not sure how the rest of the semester went, but if you need just 1 unit, take Henderson!

5.0
1.0
GEOL310
Grade: A
Mar 18, 2015

Awesome class about disasters!

3.0
5.0
GEOL101
Mar 25, 2015

Online worksheet quizzes are nearly unclear and too difficult. Videos to watch are a chore but their quizzes are easy.

5.0
4.0
GEO310
Grade: A
Jun 29, 2015

Gives study guides for every exam (usually 2 and a final). All the information you need is on there. I just made flash cards from them. He is very willing to help, and the study guide even says to contact him if you need help with tests or homework. Videos are long, but very interesting. All of his rants have a point to them, but you have to listen

3.0
4.0
GEO 101
Grade: C
Oct 26, 2015

OK professor. His lecture are basically him talking about a subject for 5 minutes then going on for 15 about something off topic. Answers are on slides but most slides have a TON of pictures. 3 tests, online section, hw sometimes. Tests are confusing if you don't read the book.

3.0
4.0
GEOLOGY310T
Grade: C
Oct 28, 2015

Tests are usually hard, some homework, did go off topic, somewhat funny, sometimes too blunt maybe rude. Study a week before and you may Ace his class

5.0
3.0
GEOL201
Dec 7, 2015

Informative about the material as well as on basically any subject.

3.0
5.0
GEOL101
Dec 15, 2015

All exams are over 100 questions MC and free response. Lectures consist of long tangents. Can be very inappropriate at times. Extra credit field trips. You have to watch 2 videos weekly and answer questions. Just don't take him. Avoid at all costs. Even if he's the last prof left.. wait till next semester to take Geol with someone else. TRUST.

1.0
5.0
GEOL101L
Grade: Rather not say
Jan 14, 2016

Do not take this professor! He just hands u papers and expects u to know geology and doesn't help. Do not take this class at all! Even if u need it don't take him he is horrible! U Will fail!.

5.0
2.0
GEO201
Grade: A+
Feb 8, 2016

The best professor you'll ever have if you're into the subject. Clearly explains everything in multiple ways. You'll have to remember ALL of it, but he makes that easy.

3.0
4.0
GEO310
Feb 24, 2016

Henderson is extremely knowledgeable about geology, but he'd be much happier teaching history: his lectures often derail into historical anecdotes that *loosely* relate to the geology. I often remembered more about the history he taught than actual geology during the exams. Also, he is loud and sounds exactly like Mr. Mackey from South Park. Crazy.

2.0
5.0
GEOL310T
Feb 27, 2016

I should have taken a 3 unit class with a subject i like to not risk my GPA or create more work for myself by trying to understand 300 level concepts. for those who didn't take a science class since freshman year, choose something else.

3.0
4.0
GEO101
Apr 13, 2016

I would not take this class if you can avoid it. There are 34 quizzes online each accompanied by a video that is usually an hour long. Just truly a waste of time, like other posts said he really goes off on a lot of tangents about unrelated topics which can be distracting. Test are pretty difficult.

3.0
3.0
GEO101
Grade: B-
May 24, 2016

was very loud but funny. overall not a bad prof.

5.0
3.0
GEO310
Grade: A-
May 24, 2016

Great class had lots of fun and learned a bunch

3.0
3.0
GEOL101
Grade: A
May 25, 2016

Prof Henderson is a character. He makes his lectures funny-ish and interesting. His tests are pretty straight forward if you know the material; study and get help if needed (he will actually help if you seek for it). His SI really help. DO THE EXTRA CREDIT!

3.0
3.0
GEOL310T
Grade: A
May 28, 2016
Would take again

Geol of National Parks: If you can, take the 3 unit because if you do poorly on the exam, you can't make it up. I only needed the book in the first 5 weeks to clarify his lectures - he moves quickly through his lectures. homework for every class, some online quizzes and paper homework/maps, and up to 3 tests. May offer extra credit field trip.

3.0
3.0
GEOL101
Grade: C
Jun 4, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Okay professor. Lectures tend to take up the entire class time and will be a LOT of information. You must memorize every single thing taught in this course. Final exam is cumulative of the entire semester so be prepared to actually study for it. Homework consists of watching many hour long documentaries. Lectures are funny sometimes, but decent.

3.0
4.0
310T
Grade: B+
Jun 8, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Lectures are funny & engaging but confusing. Class is interesting-you won't be bored, but it's hard to figure out assignments. (Don't depend on the "upcoming events" section on the webpage- only "calendar" and "homework" sections.) Tests are hard. Class is do-able for a geology major, but I would not recommend as a GE class.

4.0
4.0
GEO101
Grade: A+
Jul 1, 2016
Would take again

Come to class to get answers to the bonus questions on the tests. Do the homework and you should do just fine.

2.0
4.0
GEO101
Grade: C+
Jul 17, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Let's just say he constantly rambles off topic and once spent an entire hour and 15 minute lecture class talking about bikini bottom (from spongebob). The only thing that saved me was the extra credit opportunities (which are only worth 5 points for a 10-15 page packet.)

5.0
4.0
GEO101
Grade: A
Aug 9, 2016
Would take again

I was in this 101 class and the lecture was about the Bikini nuclear tests not spongebob (see below). Class was great and I learned a lot

5.0
4.0
GEOL310T
Grade: A
Sep 25, 2016
Would take again

NOT FOR THE WEAK. He'll make you WORK for that grade. Dude never shuts up but DON'T stop taking notes; however inane the story, it WILL have relevance. He's a solid professor and genuinely believes in (some of) his students. Millions of dead things is practically burned into my brain so I knocked his score down on the chili pepper rating. TAKE HIM.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
Hilarious
1.0
4.0
GEO101
Oct 25, 2016
Wouldn't take again

He is such a bad lecturer. He rambles on and on about random stuff and he tries really hard to be funny. His tests are ridiculous, especially his final. He does offer extra credit, but it's for very few points. I recommend taking this with someone else who is better at teaching and whose tests aren't so ridiculous.

Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
TEST HEAVY
1.0
5.0
GEO101
Nov 30, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Don't take his class. Tries too hard to be funny and seems to be more suited to lecture history rather than geology. Seems to go off tangent on his jokes instead of a better thorough explanation. Tests are abnormally long. Doesn't provide study guides which are no help either. Online quizzes are given; followed by 1hr long video.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
TEST HEAVY
3.0
3.0
GEO101L
Grade: C+
Jan 23, 2017
Would take again

He goes of tangent a lot and expects us to figure out the answers without barely any guidance. Very helpful when asked questions..... but says HmmmKaayyyyy a lot! But overall the class was fair. And I learned a lot about cancer, napoleon, and even moose mating.:/

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
3.0
GEO101
Grade: A-
Aug 17, 2017
Would take again

Great class learned a ton about geology and a few other things too.

Respected
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Hilarious
2.0
4.0
GEO101
Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 31, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Horrible. Barely teaches anything, goes off topic a lot, seems like a great guy but not a good professor. Most people around me are doing poorly and his study guides don't help. Expects you to learn everything on your own. There's also online quizzes every class on videos that are about 1-2 hours long that only really teach you one or two things.

Tough Grader
Get ready to read
TEST HEAVY
5.0
4.0
GEO201
Grade: B+
Nov 2, 2017
Would take again

Wayne will keep talking forever, but that's what makes the class a million times better. The exams for 201 are more challenging than 101, but is honestly common sense if you pay attention to the lectures. Only thing I hated were the 1-2 hour video assignments due nearly every class, awful memories of that.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
GEO101
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 15, 2017
Would take again

Wayne's a nice guy, lectures are long but interesting. Class consists of 3 exams, video quiz homework (very time consuming) and occasionally we turn in actual work. All his exams have bonus questions about his random tangents and you can boost your score by a few points with ec. If you're looking for a laid back class don't take this one.

Skip class? You won't pass.
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
Amazing lectures
4.0
1.0
GEOL201L
Nov 27, 2017
Would take again

If your a computer science major, you will need to take the SI lab eventually whenever you have the chance. For this course all you do is literally create a web page and read a couple of chapters a week and write about it. If you have the time get the chance and get it done with, super easy course to take.

Clear grading criteria
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
1.0
5.0
GEO101
Grade: B-
Jan 10, 2018
Wouldn't take again

My advice to you guys is do NOT take the class unless he's literally the only professor left. His tests are about 90 questions each and his final was around 200 questions (had to use two scantrons). I literally just skipped almost the last two weeks and taught myself through the book. He's horrible.

Tough Grader
Get ready to read
TEST HEAVY
1.0
4.0
GEO201
Grade: B-
Jan 18, 2018
Wouldn't take again

The worst professor I have ever had. He goes on irrelevant tangents so only 5% of class pertains to the subject. He degrades students for not knowing the answer and seems irritated when asked for help. His tests are ridiculously tough and he assigns hours worth of homework and gives no constructive feedback. I recommend avoiding this professor.

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
TEST HEAVY
4.0
4.0
GEOL201
Grade: B
Mar 23, 2018
Would take again

Oh Wayne... oh Wayne... If you're taking GEOL 201 chances are you'll be stuck with this guy. He knows his stuff very well and makes class entertaining IMO. His lectures does go off on tangents basically all the time, but pay attention to the real lecture. Be prepared for extremely long exams (201). You'll do fine if you pay attention to lecture.

Hilarious
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
LECTURE HEAVY
3.0
3.0
GEO201
May 22, 2018
Would take again

So many online video quizzes that are 45 mins long. As an introvert, the class is very entertaining, but he talks so much. Class is long so I get drained by the end of the day. Labs are okay. TBH I complained so much before, but the field trip to Zzyzx was so fun. Bonded with people in the class. Two exams that are hard so try more on essay during

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Hilarious
4.0
4.0
GEO201
Grade: A-
Jul 4, 2018
Would take again

Overview: Labs: Takes some time to do, but If you ask him for help he'll pretty much give you the answer Video Homework: Primarily follow along videos, easy-to-earn-credit Exams: Generally hard for most, pay attention to the specific details of the lecture and homework, essay topics are given ahead of time (pick from a list of maybe 8 topics)

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Hilarious
LECTURE HEAVY
2.0
5.0
GEO101
Nov 14, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Hardest class I have taken so far! Henderson's lectures always end up with him talking about a different subject. He offers tutoring with an SI leader but it still does not help. A lot of people in the class are literally struggling. He gives at most 3 quizzes a week, most being video quizzes which are about an hour long.

Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
5.0
3.0
GEO201
Grade: A
Dec 1, 2018
Would take again

Spending time on the field trip with a prof H and he is hilarious. Jumping out of the trees like a ghost at Zzyzx or shoving students through holes in the ground or chasing scorpions no one is like prof H.

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
4.0
GEOL101
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 12, 2018
Would take again

Pumpkin pie is overrated and thanks for teaching me about dolphins

Skip class? You won't pass.
Inspirational
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
5.0
3.0
GEO101
Grade: B+
Dec 24, 2018
Would take again

Wayne Henderson is the GOAT! He cares a lot about his students if you ask for help. He is a funny guy and he provides really great lectures, you learn A LOT. STUDY for the Exams and ALWAYS attend class because the Exams are highly reflected off packets printed out; ALWAYS do his study guides! He gives 2 Midterms & 1 Final Exam and 3 Extra Credits.

Hilarious
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
Amazing lectures
2.0
4.0
GEO101
Grade: A
Dec 26, 2018
Wouldn't take again

He would get super off topic with his lectures which made them pretty much unnecessary to attend. There was a total of 3 exams and each one is stuffed with so much information, so expect the exams to be at least 100 questions. If you review the slides and take practice exam, you'll be fine

TEST HEAVY
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
1.0
4.0
GEO101
Grade: C
Dec 30, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Terrible lectures, I would walk out of class learning more about the tangents he goes off of instead of the actual class material. Tests are long, a good portion of them will be from diagrams in the online quizzes so look over those!! Cool guy overall but not my favorite professor. Go to SI and make study groups it helps a lot!

TEST HEAVY
EXTRA CREDIT
LECTURE HEAVY
3.0
4.0
GEOL101
Grade: C
Dec 31, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Very funny and gets off track a lot. Fair grader but exam questions are difficult. 3 exams total. 2 homework assignments due each week mostly hour long videos and a quiz to follow. Offers 3 chances for extra credit due before each exam.

Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
EXTRA CREDIT
2.0
4.0
GEO101
Grade: B
Jan 10, 2019
Wouldn't take again

he is super hilarious however gets super off topic. Exam questions are difficult and don't really follow the study guide. lecture seemed pointless to attend bc I learned more on my own than I did in class

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
EXTRA CREDIT
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
2.0
GEO101
Grade: A-
Feb 23, 2019
Would take again

Henderson is awesome I learned a ton.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Amazing lectures
1.0
3.0
GEO101
Feb 28, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Does not teach and goes off topic. His lectures have nothing to do with geology and he does not talk about geology at all!! He gives video quizzes and it takes a lot of work on a daily basis as quiz videos go from 45- 1 hour and half. NOT WORTH !

Lots of homework
EXTRA CREDIT
Tough grader
4.0
3.0
GEO101
Grade: B
Mar 20, 2019
Would take again

Offers one extra credit assignment for each of his three tests. Short, easy video quizzes due before each class. Just have the video open and answer along the way. Or google the transcript of the episode if it's available. You will have to study a bit, and he tends to go on tangents when lecturing, but overall made me want to take another GEO class

Amazing lectures
Lecture heavy
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
GEO101
Grade: A
May 5, 2019
Would take again

Great class funny guy makes the subject relevant and appealing

Gives good feedback
Hilarious
Caring
4.0
2.0
GEO101
Grade: B+
May 21, 2019
Would take again

funny, good lectures, goes on tangents but they always relate. everything is online- powerpoints. tests are long but easy. memorization is key. great communication if you ever have questions.

Accessible outside class
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
3.0
3.0
GEO101
Grade: A
May 21, 2019
Would take again

Knows what he's talking about but doesn't really teach key concepts because of always going on tangents. I ended up teaching myself most of it from the power points and videos. Very funny. Almost felt like going to a stand up comedy club

Lots of homework
Hilarious
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
GEO310
Grade: B
Jun 21, 2019
Would take again

Like the one below this class is so funny it was fun to go to. I even attended after the 2 unit section ended.

Hilarious
Amazing lectures
Caring
1.0
3.0
GEO101
Oct 18, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Here's the thing, Henderson can be funny, and that's about it. His 15+ minute tangents are so far removed from geology that you often move on having learned nothing at all. His lecture notes (powerpoints) are mostly just pictures of him and rocks, so they help very little. Lecturing without teaching is an art that Henderson has mastered.

Lecture heavy
3.0
4.0
GEO101
Oct 24, 2019
Wouldn't take again

I struggled a lot in the class and had to spend a lot of time studying. He can be very funny but I really didn't learn much in the lecture. Study guide is nothing like the test. Expect a lot of homework, usually it's easy because it's just a video quiz but when it's not they are very challenging and not based off anything learned in class.

Lots of homework
EXTRA CREDIT
1.0
4.0
GEO101
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 15, 2019
Wouldn't take again

pls save urself and do not take this class I do not learn ANYTHING when I go to class. he rambles about different things and its hard to keep track. his tests are too hard for what he teaches in class. his lecture slides are like 100+ slides so its so hard to study. don't even waste ur time w this one.

Lots of homework
Hilarious
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
GEO101
Grade: B+
Dec 22, 2019
Would take again

Fun class about geology. I thought the class would be boring but Henderson has lots of funny stories mixed in to keep it real.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Amazing lectures
1.0
5.0
GEO101
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 26, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Went to every single class and didn't learn a thing. Tests were incredibly hard and did not follow the study guide. Online video quizzes every week that are time consuming and fairly useless but worth points. Don't take him, you have to teach yourself everything

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Lecture heavy
3.0
4.0
GEO101
Grade: B-
Dec 30, 2019
Would take again

Prof Henderson is very passionate about Geology. His lectures are often rambles. I never used the textbook but heavily relied on my GEOLab class textbook to help me for his class. He has hw twice a week or more but they're easy; watch video answer MC questions. The exams are very hard if you dont study.

Lecture heavy
EXTRA CREDIT
2.0
3.0
GEO101
Grade: Not sure yet
Jan 21, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Goes off topic wayy too much. Very had to stay concentrated because of this, assignments are manageable but lectures are not helpful.

Test heavy
Lecture heavy
1.0
5.0
GEOL101
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 8, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Wayne Henderson is easily the worst teacher I have ever had in my life. The study guides he gives for midterms are insanely long, don't make sense, and the worst part is that it has nothing to do with the midterm. His lectures are awful since he rambles about anything. In the entire semester, you can skip every lecture since it won't benefit you.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Lecture heavy
1.0
5.0
310T
Grade: Rather not say
Apr 13, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Probably the worst professor I've ever taken throughout my history of being a college student. His lectures are completely off topic and don't relate to the test whatsoever. Makes condescending remarks during class. The PowerPoints are very vague and most often don't relate to the test directly. Steer clear of this class for your own GPA and time.

Test heavy
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
3.0
4.0
GEOL101
Grade: Incomplete
Apr 29, 2020
Wouldn't take again

The class is hard if you aren't interested in anything that's being taught at all. You have to memorize everything that comes out of his mouth. Time-consuming work. Really hard exams compared to other geology 101 classes for sure. Too confusing and difficult for a GE. My geology lab class taught the same material, but was so much easier to learn.

Lots of homework
Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
5.0
2.0
GEO101
Grade: A+
Jun 12, 2020
Would take again

Really like how Henderson switched from in person to online due to the pandemic. Exams questions are mostly the same as the homework problems he gives to you. Ties geology into other subjects so if you aren't that bright might want to avoid him but every story had a point! Can't wait to take his 201 and 310.

Gives good feedback
Hilarious
Caring
2.0
4.0
GEOG101
Grade: B
Jun 16, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Don't take this class. Just don't. I went to every SI session and got a C on every test. Nothing said during the lectures is relevant to test material, except his extra credit that tests you on his anecdotes. Read the book and you will be better off or find a different person to learn biology from.

Lecture heavy
2.0
5.0
GEO310
Grade: B-
Jun 19, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Worst professor ever! There is only 3 exams and homework but homework doesn't count towards much of your grade. Lecture is literally him talking about random things. If you haven't previously taken a geology class then you will have a hard time. Gets off topic super easily and lecture has nothing to do with the material you need to know for exams.

Graded by few things
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
GEO101L
Grade: B
Jun 24, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Dude's completely lost his marbles. His 1-unit intro geology course is equivalent to 3 different 3-unit classes in workload, and the content seems to be something out of a graduate-level geology program, not to mention he provides no good resources to answer his questions. Biggest pain in the ass of an elective I have EVER had to take.

Lecture heavy
So many papers
Tough grader
5.0
3.0
GEO101L
Grade: A
Jun 27, 2020
Would take again

Make sure you attend the weekly zoom to figure out the labs each week. He has all the online lab stuff due at the end of the week. You can send him examples of the lab partially complete and he sends it back to you with corrections. Class only four weeks so it is a lot to do but he helps all the way.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Skip class? You won't pass.
1.0
4.0
GEOL310T
Grade: B
Oct 29, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Dr. Henderson is by far the worst professor I have had over my 4 years of college. Numerous times on exams, there were incorrect questions where his answer was WRONG. Other professors, textbooks, and google would all agree with me. Not to mention his online teaching is horrendous and he often goes off on tangents about inappropriate topics.

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
1.0
3.0
GEO101
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 16, 2020
Wouldn't take again

writing this while taking my final. i hate this class so much, it completely beat my ass. none of his lectures correlate with his test. everything is so scattered

Lots of homework
Skip class? You won't pass.
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
GEOL101
Grade: A-
Dec 16, 2020
Would take again

So just finished the 101 class. We had a few homework each week and some of these became test questions so check the answers before the exam. He records the lecture and then we have a zoom meeting once a week to go through. Fun class learned a bunch.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Hilarious
2.0
2.0
GEOL310T09
Grade: A
Jan 25, 2021
Would take again

I took Geological Hazards of CA. I think I went to the zoom lectures twice the entire semester, it was basically just to ask questions for further explanations on the recorded lectures. Also pretty available outside class. It was all video quizzes - easy enough, but sometimes his answers were wrong. He goes on tangents about history & sports a lot.

Lots of homework
Clear grading criteria
Lecture heavy
3.0
5.0
GEO101
Grade: C
Apr 19, 2021
Wouldn't take again

really nice professor just the class made no sense to me. he is funny and really nice and if you go to office hours he will literally help you! if you can do the extra credit do it! it seems like he appreciates that and the effort. the tests are really hard so definitely study and have a study group for this class.

Test heavy
Hilarious
2.0
4.0
GEOL310T
Grade: B-
May 20, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Video homeworks were easy, all necessary lectures were recorded and ready to view from start. Live lectures are horrible, always going on tangents and overall pretty scattered. If you don't watch the necessary recorded lectures, the tests will beat you up hard. Do yourself a favor and take a different prof for this topic.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
GEO310
Grade: B+
May 21, 2021
Would take again

Fun class on hazards, he pre-recorded the lectures and answered questions over zoom during class time. Homework questions were often test questions

Accessible outside class
Hilarious
Caring
1.0
3.0
GEOL101L
Jun 17, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Bad professor. He talks too much, rambles too often, and berates the class if they don't respond. Even when students would answer, he would always reply with something sarcastic after. This class is definitely not worth the 1 unit. Workload is insane. Avoid at all costs.

Lots of homework
Participation matters
Lecture heavy
5.0
4.0
GEOL201
Grade: B
Aug 26, 2021
Would take again

Hilarious professor!

Inspirational
Hilarious
Caring
2.0
4.0
GEO101
Sep 29, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Dont bother watching pre-recorded lectures unless you want to hear him rambling for an hour. Focus on the textbook and start reading

Get ready to read
Test heavy
Tough grader
1.0
4.0
GEO101
Oct 1, 2021
Wouldn't take again

The worst professor or educator I have ever seen. Spent 4 hours making a study guide for the first exam, just to see approximately 10/100 questions actually relate to the study guide. The last 14 points were essentially guessing as the information was not in the lectures, study guide, or textbook.

Get ready to read
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
2.0
4.0
GEO101
Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 1, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Watch Online Videos and answer mc. Lectures don't really help because he sort of loses focuses. The exams are extremely difficult for a 101 class. Have to really study in order to do well on the exams. Homework is generally easy but is nothing like the exams. I don't recommend.

Lots of homework
Accessible outside class
Get ready to read
1.0
5.0
GEO101
Grade: Incomplete
Oct 5, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Mane, This class is only met on in for Thursday or mine was but the class was a hour. This class seems very test heavy the homework is mainly based off videos. The exams are really hard and dont relate to the lecture that much. The exams are timed very short so you stress with the amount of questions there. I don't recommend to be honest.

Accessible outside class
Test heavy
Lecture heavy
2.0
4.0
GEOL201
Oct 8, 2021
Wouldn't take again

One of the most useless professors I've ever met. He constantly goes on tangents when 'lecturing', which can be upwards of 1 hour just talking about whatever. Thankfully he has online lectures. There are multiple labs and one hour videos with quizzes each week. Good luck on the labs, cuz he barely covers them (online or in-person).

Lots of homework
Tough grader
1.0
4.0
GEO101
Grade: C
Nov 8, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Horrible. His exams are outrageous for a 101 GE course. They are very time strict and you'll have to remember overwhelming amounts of information for each exam. His lectures become very long, boring, and bothersome to listen to because he goes off on tangents frequently and speaks in a manner that is difficult to catch important information.

Test heavy
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
2.0
4.0
GEOL101
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 8, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Im just going to be honest. He at one point made me think about dropping out of college and joining the marines. Test heavy.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
Lecture heavy
1.0
5.0
GEO201
Grade: B
Dec 10, 2021
Wouldn't take again

I never felt that I need to warn students to not take a prof, but henderson showed it's my responsibility as a human. Too much work for 3 units. unclear expectations, talks about unrelated stuff constantly & doesn't teach anything. labs are not taught but graded harshly. constant field trips & labs. BS quizzes every weak. AVOID HIM AT ALL COSTS.

Lots of homework
Skip class? You won't pass.
Tough grader
5.0
3.0
GEO201
Grade: A-
Dec 27, 2021
Would take again

He lead the best trips I have ever been on. Great job helping us with information yes he expects you to learn things in his class so avoid if you just want to copy and paste pointless information.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Inspirational
5.0
3.0
GEO101
Grade: B+
Dec 27, 2021
Would take again

Took the online 101 with Henderson. Most of the exam questions come from the homework so make sure you study that before the exams. Lectures are short videos for each section.

Hilarious
Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
1.0
4.0
GEOL101L
Jan 6, 2022
Wouldn't take again

Class is definitely, and I mean definitely not worth the 1 unit. The amount of work given is the same given from my calculus teacher. I spent the same amount of time completing the labs as I did studying for my calc exams. You will do well in the class, but be prepared to do lots of work. Recc another professor for this specific class.

5.0
2.0
GEO310
Grade: A-
Jan 14, 2022
Would take again

Took the hazards class with Henderson online. He has optional meetings and recorded lectures. Tests have homework problems on them a good class for my electives.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Caring
2.0
4.0
GEOL101
Grade: A
Jan 20, 2022
Wouldn't take again

This class made me want to cry. It was too hard for a ge class. Professor Henderson's lectures were pointless, and he would ramble a lot. His quizzes can be found on quizlet but the tests cannot. The tests had 3-4 parts and he would barely give us time to complete each part.

Test heavy
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
1.0
4.0
GEO101
Grade: C
Jan 30, 2022
Wouldn't take again

I'm writing this review after looking over my transcripts for grad school. This class gave me a C, the only grade less than an A in 4 years. This class sucked. I went to every S.I session and barely got by. Prof considered himself a 'comedian' and spent class time making jokes. Tests were unrealistically hard. Easily the worst class in 4 years here

5.0
3.0
GEO101
Grade: A
Feb 8, 2022
Would take again

Funny I am going to grad school too and I earned an A in this class. The test are the homework problems he goes over with you. Henderson will also meet you outside of class if you want to go through an assignment with him. He was helpful knowledgeable and his jokes are funny.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
GEO101L
Grade: B+
Feb 20, 2022
Would take again

Took the winter 101lab for three weeks asynchronous. He records directions for the lab which you follow to complete each lab each week.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Caring
1.0
5.0
310T
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Apr 12, 2022

Extremely test heavy and the material is very hard. Very few points outside the test to raise your grade. Would not recommend.

Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
GEO101
Grade: C
Apr 14, 2022

3-4 online video quizzes each week, which means that getting good grades on them doesn't help your grade at all. 25% was how much each exam was towards your overall grade, 3 in total. Each exam was 100 questions and super difficult, average grade was 60-70% on them. Lectures don't help at all but he was funny, but that was the only enjoyable thing.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
3.0
4.0
310T
Grade: Not sure yet
May 3, 2022

I wouldn't recommend him unless you're a geology major and have no choice. Very test-heavy (75% grade), leaves 1-3 documentary videos a week (that look like they were recorded on a toaster) to watch and take quizzes on. Though his lectures are entertaining (Loud, says m'kay a lot), it's hard to take good notes and his slides aren't very helpful.

Test heavy
5.0
5.0
GEO101
Grade: A
May 4, 2022
Would take again

Took the online lecture class with Henderson. I never had a prof answer emails so fast even during weekends. Lectures are recorded, grade us 3 exams plus 25% homework. He puts the homework problems in the exams so you need to make sure you know how to do them. Had an SI too but I do not know anyone who went to that.

Hilarious
Accessible outside class
1.0
5.0
GEO101L
Grade: C
Jun 29, 2022

worst professor at csuf by far. GEO101L is a 1 unit freshman course and he treats it like an upper division requirement. horrible instruction, gave very little guidance and expected everyone to understand his brief lab videos. 4 labs per week, each of which have 2-4 parts. final exam in 5 parts and worth 40% of final grade. psycho prof, avoid.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Lots of homework
2.0
4.0
GEO101L
Grade: B
Jun 30, 2022

Wouldn't take unless you have no choice. Poorly organized canvas page, criteria for labs unclear, extremely tough grader especially for a 1 unit class, 4-6 labs due every week which can be up to 12 pages long, final is worth 40%! of your grade. He's very passionate about what he does and means well but that is not an excuse. Do not recommend.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Lots of homework
1.0
5.0
GEO101L
Grade: B
Jul 1, 2022

avoid! i've never had a professor this bad. so much work for a 1 unit summer course. disregarded my feelings when I expressed that I was overwhelmed. 5 part final (over 100 questions). each part opened/closed at different times of the day? really inconsiderate of those who work full time and/or have other classes like I do. ridiculous expectations.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Lots of homework
5.0
2.0
201
Grade: A+
Nov 3, 2022
Would take again

Henderson genuinely cares about making sure his students connect with the material. Lectures are loud and passionate, and that's fun if you let it be fun. There are weekly labs, but the labs are really short and super easy compared to my chem or physics labs. Overall I enjoyed it and feel like the class prepared me for higher-level geology classes.

Participation matters
Hilarious
2.0
5.0
GEOL201
Nov 16, 2022
Wouldn't take again

This class is a TON of work for a 200 level course.

Tough grader
Lecture heavy
1.0
4.0
GEO201
Grade: B-
Nov 18, 2022

Useless lectures, long lab assignments, mandatory field trips- all for nothing. Even if you went to every lecture and did every reading, the 3-hour test will make you feel as if you learned nothing at all! Avoid this professor at all costs, his presence on campus speaks volumes about how very few options there are when it comes to geol professors!

Test heavy
2.0
3.0
101
Grade: C
Dec 7, 2022
Would take again

This class was Okay... It was not super horrible and the lectures were kind of enjoyable, but this class is very exam heavy so I would keep that in mind if you have to take this course.

Lecture heavy
Test heavy
3.0
1.0
GEOL310T
Grade: B+
Dec 13, 2022

uploads everything like pre-recorded lectures which are long. mostly weekly videos to watch and quiz on those videos while you watch. Midterm split in 3 test. expects to answer each question in less than 1 min. Final split in 3 test. As long as you get 10/10 for the video quizzes you can pass the class.discord for the class is recommended n notes

Lecture heavy
Test heavy
4.0
5.0
101
Grade: B-
Dec 16, 2022

He is extremely kind, but the tests lower your grade a lot.

Tough grader
Hilarious
Test heavy
2.0
3.0
GEOL101
Grade: Rather not say
Dec 18, 2022

Was real funny but a hard class to keep up with. I would say this class is not suitable for most first years. Lectures were very entertaining and says the book is optional but definitely read the chapters before coming to class. 3 tests are 75% grade and hw is 25%. 100 question tests and only an hr provided for the first two.

Get ready to read
Hilarious
Test heavy
2.0
5.0
201
Grade: C
Dec 28, 2022

Wayne's class was insanely difficult, about 6-7 things due every week with too many field trips demanded for the class, all exams were 100+ questions with essays. The only saving grace was that he mercifully graded our final grades or else tons of people wouldn't have passed. He's an alright guy tbh but needs to lighten the work load. (CS major)

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
2.0
3.0
GEO101L
Grade: B
Feb 3, 2023
Would take again

Winter 3-week class. His canvas page was messy and confusing at times. Video lectures are long and he kinda just rambled in them, can tell however he's passionate about what he teaches. Labs were at times difficult as he wouldn't provide lectures for some, however for the ones he did, it was sort of well explained. I think I'd prefer him in person.

Lecture heavy
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
GEOLOGY101
Grade: A-
Feb 18, 2023
Would take again

Took the 101lab during winter with Henderson. Only meet for three weeks so lots of work in short time. Henderson will meet you to run thru labs and all labs have video directions.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Online Savvy
1.0
4.0
310T
Grade: B-
Mar 2, 2023

I thought it wouldn't be too bad since it's an asynchronous class. BOY WAS I WRONG. He makes you watch 3 - 4 45min - 1 hr documentaries that you have to answer a quiz along with EVERY WEEK. His lectures are poorly laid out, he gets off topic a lot, and his exams are difficult and worth most of the grade.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Graded by few things
2.0
3.0
GEOL101L
Grade: B
Jun 30, 2023

The professor gives a lot of work, some being more challenging than usual. He is very nit picky (tough grader) on the labs and sometimes the images are just terrible quality, making you do bad on some of them. I recommend asking others for help because it's more of a group work than individual work. Quizzes were online but not hard.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Lots of homework
5.0
3.0
201
Grade: A-
Jul 8, 2023
Would take again

This is the best class I every took at Fullerton. We went on multiple trips to Anza Borriaga where we went through this awesome canyon and saw fossil shells. We also went to Death Valley where we went to this arch and out to collect trilobites by Nevada and saw mammoth tracks We also collected ammonites in OC None of the other 201 class go places

Inspirational
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
310T
Grade: B+
Jul 19, 2023
Would take again

Took the hazards class with Henderson. It covers fires floods earthquakes etc. My parents were buying a new house so it was a good tie in to things to think about before you buy. The lectures are recordings in 15-35 minute blocks. Homework problems also text problems. Would take again

EXTRA CREDIT
Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
201
Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 24, 2023
Would take again

AUUUUUIGHT

Lots of homework
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
3.0
201
Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 24, 2023
Would take again

AUUUUUUGIHHTT

Inspirational
Lots of homework
Hilarious
1.0
5.0
101
Grade: D
Dec 15, 2023

PLEASE RUN!!!!! The professor likes to lecture the whole class and tends to get off-topic, making it really confusing. THE HOMEWORK HARDLY BROUGHT MY GRADE UP. The quizzes are not open notes, so pls be aware of that. If I had an opportunity to take this course over again, I WOULD NOT.

Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
101
Grade: C
Dec 15, 2023

I imagined this class would be easy, I was wrong. He tends to go off topic on his lectures, which made it quite difficult to understand. this class concludes 5 mini quizzes, which was not that bad. But the midterm and final exam each having 100 questions. don't not recommend.

Lecture heavy
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
101
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 15, 2023

If you are looking for an insane asylum, this is the perfect class for you. The prof gives an overwhelming amount of homework, midterm and finals are both 100 questions, and 5 mini quizzes that if you fumble, there's no recovering. Lectures are very dense & the prof is groaning every two seconds and gets sidetrack. Self studying is a must.

Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
101
Grade: D
Dec 15, 2023

This prof makes Ellen DeGeneres look like a saint. Lectures are utterly useless. You can probably learn more by staring at a rock for 60 minutes then going into one of the lectures. Midterm + Final are impossible with 100 questions, mini quizzes that shut down your grade can make up 25% of your grade. Unless you are forced to take him, RUN AWAY

Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
2.0
4.0
GEOL101
Grade: C-
Dec 15, 2023

Professor Henderson continuously assigned multiple-hour to two-hour-long videos for homework every week, and they don't even make much of a difference in your grade. However, miss one, and your grade will be ruined. He also only teaches through PowerPoint, but more than half of class is spent ranting and going on tangents then doing the teaching.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
1.0
4.0
101
Grade: C
Dec 15, 2023

This professor goes off topic all the time during lectures, PowerPoints are 90% pictures which does not help with note taking. Also having 100 question test for a hour long class is way too much.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
1.0
5.0
GEO101
Grade: C-
Dec 16, 2023

Horrible. Never would take him again. He just jokes the whole time and talks about his life. He does not care about his students failing and his shoes squeak the whole time so thats all you pay attention to when he talks. So much online work and the exams are 100+ questions. All you will remember from this class is AUGHH, AIGHTTT, and MKAYYYY.

Lots of homework
Hilarious
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
101
Grade: D
Jan 7, 2024

the teacher and the class was interesting, it felt as if he was going off topic. he doesn't go into full detail about his lectures, for example if he's talking about volcanos somehow he'll mix it up by asking us if we think dinosaurs can dance...then ask you how kangaroos can jump. me personally, just dont take this class. save gpa. good luck!

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
101
Grade: B
Jan 8, 2024
Would take again

Homework 25% Mini Quizes 25% Midterm 25% Final 25% Attendance: not mandatory(recommend for mini-quizzes) ALL Homework is online and answers can be found on Quizlet. Homework is due every Friday(10min) Mini quizzes are online(4 total) answers are not on Quizlet - collaborate in discord Midterm/Final: In person. scantron, multi-choice, quizlet helps

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Hilarious
5.0
3.0
101
Grade: B+
Feb 11, 2024
Would take again

Henderson is awesome. He made the 101 class interesting brought in lots of other subjects and their link to geology. You have to pay attention to understand the point of his stories.

Amazing lectures
Hilarious
Accessible outside class
1.0
5.0
GEOL201
Grade: Not sure yet
May 15, 2024

Personally, I would avoid taking him for credit. The amount of busy work he makes you do is atrocious every week. When you go to class, all he does is yap about lecture mixed with unnecessary stories. Not allocating time for labs/hw. Lengthy hw watching documentaries, labs with no guidance, 2 field trips, projects w/o clear guidelines. Overall, no.

Lots of homework
Hilarious
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
201
Grade: A
Jun 18, 2024
Would take again

The person below probably never came. Wayne will cover any question you have and really cares you learn and do well in the future. I mean half of his class the previous semester kept showing up to visit.

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Inspirational
3.0
5.0
GEO101L
Grade: B
Jun 22, 2024

He is a decent professor outside the fact he assigns 33 assignments in 5 weeks. took other classes and it was extremely difficult to keep up with workload, especially considering this is only 1 unit

Lots of homework
3.0
4.0
101
Grade: B
Sep 8, 2024
Would take again

The lectures can be hit-or-miss, with the professor sometimes going off on tangents. However, engaging with the course materials and utilizing resources like Quizlet and study groups can really help. unstuckstudy AI also proved useful for test prep. Overall, a challenging but manageable class if you put in the effort.

1.0
4.0
GEO101
Grade: Incomplete
Oct 24, 2024

I wish I dropped out of this class when I had the chance. He goes off on tangents and is impossible to listen to. I find myself spacing out no matter how hard I try to focus. I've always gotten good grades and can deal with difficult teachers, but not him. He doesn't know how to teach and he's just annoying. Exams are also ridiculously specific.

Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
3.0
3.0
GEOL310
Grade: B
Nov 19, 2024

So many quizzes but easy to find on quizlet. 3 exams and 2 other assignments. Lectures are hard to listen to. Exams are hard but he makes adjustments after which help your grade.

Lecture heavy
2.0
4.0
101
Grade: D
Nov 19, 2024

Goes off on a tangent a lot!!, he's funny and nice but it's sometimes very hard to understand what he is saying. Recommend sitting in the front, Sometimes I can't tell if what he's saying ever relates to what we are learning so my notes end blank. Exams are HARD, hw is easy, their on Quizlet. Hard to take notes when his slides are bare.

Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
101
Grade: A
Nov 30, 2024
Would take again

Took the online 101 summer class by Henderson. He replies back to email and will meet on zoom if any questions. Homework with two exams was the grade. Good class.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Online Savvy
2.0
4.0
GEO201
Grade: C
Dec 17, 2024

The amount of homework he gives out every week is utterly insane. Does not care about students' well being. He goes off tangents a lot in class and gives very difficult exams and they're all closed notes meaning you're expected to remember his 100+ slides presentations he went over every class meeting and then leave hardly remembering anything

Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
2.0
5.0
201
Grade: B
Dec 17, 2024

I would say as a person, Professor Henderson is pretty decent, but this class is a joke. You're doing at least 10 assignments every week. There are two exams, but they make you feel incredibly stupid. You really have to study and retain a lot of information if you want to pass the class. Very lecture heavy, usually 100+ slides for every chapter.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
1.0
5.0
101
Grade: B+
Dec 19, 2024

Save your grade and stay away. Very hard class as a freshman and don't recommend taking it.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
1.0
5.0
GEO100
Grade: C
Dec 22, 2024

Unless you love geology or are majoring in geology, I would not recommend this professor. The exams he gives rarely cover important information and you will be tested on things that were mentioned once in an entire lecture. He does not encourage students to do well and expects students to memorize hundreds of slides per lecture.

5.0
3.0
310T
Grade: A
Dec 23, 2024
Would take again

I recommend this professor for the Geol online class. His lectures are amazing and engaging and I learned so much in his class. I recommend this class and professor.

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
1.0
4.0
GEO101L
Dec 29, 2024

Worst professor ever, he's so disorganized w/his course. It's all busy work for a 1 unit winter lab class and he sucks at being specific when commenting on what he wants us to fix on our assignments. Avoid taking him if you really want a break over the winter/summer.

Lots of homework
4.0
4.0
GEOL201
Grade: A
Dec 29, 2024

Super funny guy but he does go on tangents during lectures. Hard to take notes and class and study for his exams so make sure to do well on the essay portion. Homework, presentation, and the paper were free points but the labs were difficult and were never done in class. The overnight fieldtrip was fun if you can make friends with your groupmates.

Lots of homework
Hilarious
Lecture heavy
2.0
4.0
GEO201
Grade: C
Jan 2, 2025

Good guy but the class is overall ridiculous. The exams are pretty much impossible. Ex: mid term was 100 multiple choice, 20 fill in, 3 short essays. The study guides had hundreds of things on it. It's impossible to study for all of it. Lots of unneeded homework. Although he curved the grades by 3% at the end of the semester. Wouldnt take again.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
2.0
4.0
GEO101L
Grade: B
Jan 7, 2025

Professor Henderson is a funny guy but expects you to know a lot about geology before entering the class. Use all the non-video assignments to study for the tests. The majority of the lectures were just photos and some diagrams. Just put in the effort and work and you will pass the class- trust.

1.0
5.0
GEO101L
Grade: C
Jan 8, 2025

This geology class is a complete disaster. The assignments are endless and feel like meaningless busy work that adds no real value. The grading is harsh and inconsistent, making it impossible to succeed no matter how hard you try. The workload is absurd, leaving no time for anything else. Overall, this class is a waste of time and energy. Avoid it!

Tough grader
Lots of homework
2.0
3.0
GEOL101L
Grade: B-
Jan 14, 2025

taking him during the winter, wish i realized how bad he was with canvas. NOTHING is organized, i had to lock in and do it myself so i don't lose track of anything, was constantly confused on where things were supposed to go. he remains okay because he's pretty understanding but grades off accuracy and the grade book is 40% labs, 60% exams.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
1.0
5.0
101
Jan 23, 2025

This dude talks like Mr. Mackey from South Park lol.

1.0
5.0
310T
Grade: Not sure yet
Mar 26, 2025

The exams are broken into three parts. They look like part 1 you have 30 minutes to do 40 questions. part two 52 minutes to 49 questions and part three is 20 minutes to do 6 questions. The whole class is bombing the exams which all three together make up 75% of your grade. Don't take unless this is a major interest of yours. absolutely awful class.

Lots of homework
Beware of pop quizzes
Test heavy
4.0
3.0
310T
Grade: B
May 31, 2025
Would take again

I enjoyed taking this course with Professor Henderson online, would recommend to others. Lecture is easy and if you work and go to college you will be successful in the course.

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Caring
1.0
1.0
GEO100
Grade: A
Jun 20, 2025

Never seen a class have so much meaningless busy work.

Lots of homework
1.0
5.0
GEO101L
Grade: B
Aug 12, 2025

Took his summer class. For a 5 week class, there was about 5-9 assignments every week due every Friday. It was just a lot of busy work and didn't feel like I learned anything. Avoid at all costs

5.0
4.0
201
Grade: A+
Aug 25, 2025
Would take again

Wayne truly cares for his students. He's funny and knows everything about geology. However, his course is HARD. We had a final essay, a presentation, a midterm, and final exam. About 5-10 assignments EVERY week. Exams: multiple choice AND essay questions. And yes. I'm talking about actual essays. 1 MANDATORY field trip to Zzyzx. tbh very fun.

Lots of homework
Hilarious
Caring
2.0
3.0
GEOL310
Grade: B
Dec 9, 2025

Every quiz is on quizlet and was an easy class to get through if you are just taking this for GE credit. Test times were weird because he would just open them up for 12 hours on a friday and there were 3 parts for each test with 45ish questions each part. Would only take a class with him if it was online tbh.

5.0
3.0
101
Grade: A-
Dec 13, 2025
Would take again

Really funny and helpful prof. Need to go to class ad turns class/homework problems into exam questions.

Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
Hilarious
1.0
5.0
GEO201
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 25, 2025

Laziest professor I've ever taken

Tough grader
Graded by few things
1.0
4.0
GEOL101
Grade: B-
Dec 25, 2025

Where do I even begin. This was the worst class I've ever taken. Success is impossible. Lectures don't cover what you need to know. He curses so much and yells at students for asking questions. Quizzes are worth pretty much all of your grade but knowing what to study is impossible as he doesn't cover it in class. Someone really needs to fire him.

Tough grader
Lecture heavy
Graded by few things
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