Jim Bonstein - Merced College, Merced, CA

Professor: Jim Bonstein

Department: Communication

College: Merced College, Merced, CA

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: COMM01
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Mr. Bonstein really made me understand why I chose Comm as my major! His class was always interesting and he was super funny! His lectures are great and his quizzes are solely based off his lectures and a few things in the textbook. He will tell you the day before the quiz what will be on it!

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: COMM01
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Professor Bonstein is a great communication teacher! There is 5 quizzes and has lots of true/false questions, which im not good at! But they were still easy. I got B's on all my quizzes. There is 2 major speeches, and he records you on the first major speech. I love to talk, but not infront of people I don't know. But it wasn't bad.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: COMM01
• 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:

Mr. Bonstein is by far the funniest professor Ive ever had. He makes a terrifying subject, like public speaking, really fun and enjoyable. Hes really clear and easy to understand when explaining things. The wasnt a single time the class wasnt laughing during one of his lectures. Definitely recommend!!

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: COMM01
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Professor Bonstein shows you how to become more confident about speaking in public. His humor makes it easy to talk to him and to pay attention during lectures. Great professor to take if you can get into his class!

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: COMM01
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Professor Bonstein is hilarious. He shares his experiences with the class about his journey to public speaking. He definitely guides students in the class who is willing to learn. He's a great professor!

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: COMM04
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

I loved Mr. Bonstein! I was so nervous on taking this class because I hate public speaking, but it turned out great since you are with a group and you only have like, 2 presentations which is nothing. Mr. Bonstein made class super fun, he's super funny and he makes class go by super fast. Also, make sure to read the textbook before every exam!

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: COMM01
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Bonstein is very funny. He is clear on what he expects from you. Hes very good looking too which made paying attention that much easier.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: COMM1
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

This professor is so funny and you will enjoy everything in his lectures. He is worth your time and makes class time fly by.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: COMM04
• 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:

Great professor, does notes on PowerPoint. Easy A if you take notes when he tells you too. Everything on notes is on exams. You have to do a semester board game in groups and a final presentation. Last day you just play board games. Great class !

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: COM01
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Gave a better, universal understanding on public speaking. Bonstein really guides you, so as long as you do the work you should pass.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: COMM01
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Professor is definitely easy on the eyes lol. I learned something in this class that I will carry with me for the rest of my life and that is how to communicate. How to stand up in front of people and say what I need to say. He is inspirational and just an all around awesome guy who loves what he does and motives all of his students!

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: COM01
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I was so nervous about public speaking but Mr Bonstein makes it fun and easy. He is one of the best professors at Merced College from his funny personality to his compassion for his field, I highly recommend Bonstein for any Communication class!

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: COMM01
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Mr. Bonstein is one of the legends at MC! I had a situation where the registration office failed to register me in his class, however, even with a full class, he was very understanding and managed to get me in. The class I took was a 13 day condensed class, and it was one of the hardest things in my life! Be prepared to work on the 4th of July too.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: COMM01
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

First off, he looks like Dr. House and he's hilarious! Hands down one of the best professors I've ever had here, he speaks loud and clear. He's easy to follow (easy to take notes) and you definitely won't find yourself falling asleep during his lecture. He works hard to create a comfortable and friendly environment to help with your apprehension.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: COMM001
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I took him for summer school it is 11 days . Although he is tons of fun and a great teacher, you have to do two 6-8 min speeches with 6 references. If you are taking him during any regular semester that is not a heavy work load however for summer not so much the case. So get ready to work you butt off for those 11 days. Final, there is no final !

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: COMM01
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He is the best teacher you could possibly have for a communications class! He understands the anxiety that comes with public speaking & really helps you break out of your shell. His goal is to give you confidence in speaking. Personally, I don't hesitate to speak anymore & presentations are no longer a dreadful experience. TAKE HIM! Thanks Jim!

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: COMM01
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

One of my favorite classes! Never thought I would say that about a public speaking class. He will tell you exactly what he is looking for in speechesC and is ready to answer any question and help in any way he can. Just pay attention and put in the work and you'll be golden in his class!

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: COMM01
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Professor Bonstein is probably one of the best professors I have had at Merced College. His level of passion for communication is remarkable! If you're looking for a great professor who you're actually going to learn something from, i recommend Bonstein. He challenged us to be passionate about what we communicated to our audiences. Loved his class!

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: COMM04
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

The group project is to design a Board game. This teacher is kind to students with disabilities.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: COM01
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Professor Bonstein is the best! I was scared to take this class but this turned out to be my favorite. I at times forgot I was in class because he makes it so fun its like its story time with Jim. Best Comm professor take the class with him and if you don't you will regret it. 3 minor speeches and 2 major ones and quizzes you will pass if you try.