Aaron Rodrigues - Cuesta College, San Luis Obispo, CA

Professor: Aaron Rodrigues

Department: Political Science

College: Cuesta College, San Luis Obispo, CA

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: POLS202
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Your only grades are on 4 tests that are based "half on lecture and half on reading" he says but honestly its pretty much just the reading and if you don't do it you will not do well.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: POLS206
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: No
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

We only got through 2/3 of material listed on the syllabus for comp gov. We were only graded on 3 quizzes (that had no lecture material content) and one opinion essay (assigned the class before finals) and the final exam (that had very unclear guidelines and not based entirely on class material). His lectures are often unfocused & discussion based.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: POLS202
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: No
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Grade is based on four exams that his lectures dont prepare you for. Spends way too much time scrolling through questionable web pages. Dude is cringey. Delivers a story about incest with a smile.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: POLS202
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Mr. Rodrigues is a very engaging lecturer. I loved how he would always relate the topics to local events. Class format is simple: your grade consists of 4 exams and there is no homework. In order to pass you need to take lecture notes and read all of the chapters in addition to 2 novels. Its a lot of reading, but do the work and youll do well.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: POL201
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Personally love Rodrigues! I have taken multiple of his classes. If you pay attention to the lectures, take notes, and read the material you will do well. I learned a lot from his lectures and never felt like I was wasting my time. His class is difficult but rewarding! Plus he is funny and enjoys his subject.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: POLS202
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: No
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

His idea of "class participation and discussion" is filling in the blanks to his very specific lecture material. He is intelligent but rude. Be prepared for a lot of uneccessary innapropriate "discussion". Plenty of foul language for no good reason. I am well into adulthood and it makes me uncomfortable. Subject matter is heavy, wordy and specific.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: POL201
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

I have taken all of Aaorn's classes and can easily say he is one of my favorite professors. Though his classes are relatively difficult, there is often interesting conversation on topics, additionally he keeps you conscious of other important areas such as current events, history, culture, religion and others to give more context for understanding

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: POLS202
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

A lot the the bad reviews for this Prof are bc of his teaching style of no HW and tests only, I went into this class expecting it to be like any other. The first test is rough only because you dont know what to expect. He does have in-class-essays on tests if you study those you WILL do well. Aaron is hilarious just put time in & you'll pass.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: POLS201
• Grade Received: D
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: No
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

I did not expect this class to be as difficult as it was. I went to every class, took notes and still did not do well. Test are very difficult and far from what he lectures, lectures freely but the tests are purely by the book. Doesn't seem to care about his students grades. Your grade is based off of only 4 exams; you do poorly on those you fail.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: POLS202
• Grade Received: D+
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: No
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

I was excited to take this course, unfortunately Rodrigues kind of ruined it for me. I was lucky enough to have an embedded tutor in my class and even though I went to her study sessions at least once a week (if not more) I still did not pass. Your entire grade in the class is based solely on the 4 exams. I ended with a 69% in the class- no curve.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: POL202
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Rodrigues has awesome examples for basically every topic. You can tell he's super passionate about Political Science, but doesn't try to push his own beliefs on you. Definitely a lot of reading, but the books are amazing and totally worth it.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: POL201
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Rodrigues is my favorite political science professor by far. POLS201 is a tricky class, but he definitely makes lectures interesting.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: POL206
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: No
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Professor Rodrigues issues a test every 2 weeks or so. You don't really need to attend class, but it may be helpful. The class was tough, with tons of reading; the class directly reflected on the reading.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: POLS202
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Rodrigues is a great lecturer and gives the most interesting local examples. The tests are the only grades you'll have and they're easy as long you do the reading and take notes. If you need any extra help or have questions, he's happy to help and always available during his office hours.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: POL206
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

I love Aaron and he knows it. He is a great professor and when he lectures it is clear he knows what he's talking about. He lectures a lot and its not from the book so its up to you to form the connections and always read the book!. I took his classes my 4 semesters at Cuesta and I can honestly say he was my favorite teacher.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: POL201
• Grade Received: D+
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: No
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

One of the most disappointing teachers I have ever had. He does not care at all whether his students are successful. Does absolutely nothing to help the students pass the class. Makes you read two novels and the textbook. Test only class, no other grading and no homework besides reading. Would never take a class from him again.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: POLS202
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Aaron is my favorite teacher at Cuesta. I have had him for almost all my poly sci classes and he is just a great guy. Willing to help at all cost, he cares a lot. He is also hilarious. You should definitely read the book but its really interesting no matter what! I would highly recommend Aaron to anyone.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: POLS202
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

I'm unsure why he is getting poor reviews? Rodrigues is awesome! He is hilarious. He uses some tasteful language but he's passionate about politics and makes lectures super interesting. Your grade only consists of 4 tests. He & his TA are very available in office hours to help! Write in different colors on essays, he likes it and will grade better

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: POL201
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Great lectures. You can tell hes very passionate about what he teaches. Lots of reading but if you study and show up to class its not too difficult.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: POLS202
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

His lecture style was a little hard to get used to at first but I soon loved it. He gives great local examples of things that help you really remember things. Your grade is based on 4 tests, 3 have in class essays, DO THE READING OR YOU WILL FAIL. I always went in to his office hours the day before a test and asked him questions. He is very helpful