Glen Isaak - Langara College, Vancouver, BC

Professor: Glen Isaak

Department: English

College: Langara College, Vancouver, BC

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: ENGL2237
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Easily THE best Prof I've ever had, and I've had many over the past few years. He is extremely knowledgeable, funny and helpful if you need anything at all. Everything from his off the cuff quoting of large literary passages he has memorized from the likes of Chaucer, Homer etc, right down to his manner of dress, he is an absolutely brilliant Prof.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: ENG1127
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

He is a great prof. I wish I took him in 1127 instead of another prof. I suck at English so I am surprised that I even got a B lol!

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: ENGLISH1127
• Grade Received: B-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

English is one of my weakest subjects but taking it with Glenn made me enjoy english. He marks mostly on quality rather than quantity so dont worry abt not finishing an in class. Write notes each class and be on top of the readings for the weekly quizzes. The terms he talks abt will be on the final p.s. i love how he colour coordinates his outfits

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: ENG1127
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

hes dope!!! glen is a great guy and hilarious, and his lectures are never boring. I recommend showing up to class though as there alot of a quizzes (but they are very easy and will boost your mark if you do the readings). definitely take him for english!

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: ENG1127
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

do yourself a favour

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: ENGL1127
• Grade Received: B-
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

At first, it was hard to keep up with him. You really have to listen. I didn't talk to anyone in that class so showing up mattered. English isn't my strong suit and for a first semester student, his class wasn't all that bad! (Then again, what do I know? I'm new)

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: ENGL1129
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I don't even know how to begin to describe Glenn. Absolutely amazing, his lectures left me wanting more, he isn't difficult, especially if you pay attention. He is unbiased and enjoys reading your papers if you put a lot of intelligent thought into them. You can use your notes during exams which make the short answer portion SOO easy! Loved him

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: ENGL127
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Super great prof. It is not like other college level English classes where there is large amounts of class participation and you are expected to contribute to the discussion. His lectures are incredibly good and he could literally be a stand up comedian. As long as you put in effort you will get an A, if you are lazy good luck.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: ENG1127
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Hes a really good teacher, but like all teachers he has flaws, too-that is, hes full of ego. However, Its not that hard a class: just don't make grammatical errors (one of the major reasons you'll lose marks) and actually use your head. IMO, hes one of the most lenient markers at Langara as he appreciates unorthodox styles of writing. take notes!!!

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: ENG1127
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Easy to pass but quite difficult to get a decent mark. You could have an amazing paper but get a B- and have a really terrible paper but get a C+. If you're already very good at English you'll be glad to know he gives great lectures but if you're not he'll pass you but don't expect easy marks.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: ENG1129
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Glenn has an amazing and engaging way of teaching any of his courses (I was fortunate enough to have him for 3). By far the BEST prof I've ever had, but I do already have a strong inclination towards English Lit etc.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: ENG2237
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Professor Isaak is pure gold. His lectures will leave you breathless! He knows so much, is very entertaining, and simply 10/10. I'd take any class from him in a heartbeat. You better do your reading though because you won't do well in the weekly quizzes, and don't be late or you will miss the quiz.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: ENG2223
• 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:

Such an amazing and vibrant professor. I've had him twice before and would again. His lectures are hardly boring, and once you get into the material, it's really an experience. I will say however that you should be aware of reading--he'll expect you to do a lot of it. He's a hard marker, but a fair one. You'll be learning a lot from him.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: ENG1127
• Grade Received: C+
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I enjoyed his lectures every much. His lectures are always interesting and funny. Make sure you get to class a little early or you might miss the pop quiz, he usually hints the day before that his going to give one. Gives good feed back, ready to help if you ask, fair grader. As long as you do the work you will pass.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: ENGL1127
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Glenn is the best English teacher I have ever had! I have taken three courses with him and I would take more if needed. He is REALLY funny and super intelligent. He is always mentioning very interesting historic facts and up to date news, which keeps the lectures more fun. Easy too. Choose him if you can :)

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: ENG1129
• Grade Received: C+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Issak manages to make an english class hilarious with his vulgarity. However, if you want a decent pass, come to class early for the pre-reading quizzes, and record his lectures because whatever he says will be on your midterm, especially the vocab terms. Overall, you'll do fine since you can gain 20% easily from attendance and the quizzes.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: ENG1127
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He's funny and his lectures are interesting. You wont have to work hard if you like writing.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: ENGL1127
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Terrible teacher. Also quotes romantic literature which is so mind numbing.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: ENG1127
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Glen was an awesome prof! Although by taking him you won't necessarily improve your writing skills, but still he's very nice and marks fairly easy. If I need to I will definitely take him for English 1129! Oh and he lets you use the book and your notes for the final!

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: ENGLISH1127
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Glen Isaak is an amazing prof! He is a fair and generous marker! I thought I failed his midterms (in-class essays), but he gave me a decent pass that will allow me to go into the nursing program! Also, be prepared to read the assigned stories ahead of time as there will be pop quizes, and the quizes are NOT open book, but the midterms and finals are open book! Additionally, he talks A LOT, yet he is very entertaining, that there is no time to practice your writing skills in class. However, even if you are terrible at English or essay writing like me, I will guarantee that you will get at least a C+ or higher on your assignments and exams! Bonus, during oral defence week , you will get the entire week off of classes!