Joel Castellaw - Grossmont College, El Cajon, CA

Professor: Joel Castellaw

Department: Communication

College: Grossmont College, El Cajon, CA

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: COM122
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

This class is amazing! If you have to take a Comm122 please take it with this prof. All you need to do for a guaranteed A in your class is to follow the rubric for all of the speeches--honestly, it's not hard. Other than that, the class is exam heavy so buy the book--but tbh, the test are not bad and his study guides have all you need to study for.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: COM120
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Professor Castellaw course is a very straight forward class to take. When it comes to test have in mind that studying is a must be and homework too because both can affect your grade. Very chill professor, must importantly very understandable when it's needed. Participation is needed because is part of the grade.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: COMM120
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Overall hes a pretty good teacher. As long as you show up consistently, youll be fine. The tests are straight forward and he gives you a clear study guide that he test will cover. Overall I liked the class and I would take another one of his classes if possible.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: COM122
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

took his class during the Summer had 6 speeches and 3 tests. tests are open note and before you start your speech he has the whole class do relaxation exercises, which help. definitely recommend him

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: COM122
• Grade Received: B-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

good class to take during the summer break fast paced and super chill.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: COM122
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Professor Joel is a great teacher. This class is easy and fun. It gets you out of your comfort zone but you soon learn so much about your classmates that they feel like friends and family. There are 6 speeches but the first 3 are so easy. He gives a lot of extra credit. You can use your book/ notes for the test.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: COM122
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Very clear in what he expects in the class and on speeches. 4 speeches, 3 exams, and most importantly, he made the class very enjoyable and neutralized the amount of fear that many have in Public Speaking. Take this class by him for a laid back, but very instructional course!

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: COM122
• 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:

Makes Public Speaking enjoyable and interesting. Fantastic teacher.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: COMM145
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

LOVED this class. Pretty chill teacher. Only a few papers throughout the semester. You track your own grade but he always give good feedback. Very clear instructor. The topics are all chosen by the students. Don't use the textbook often. Tests are half open note, 20 min into exam you can use notes for 10 min. Papers are strictly formatted for easy.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: COMM123
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Joel is a bit eccentric, but he is absolutely fantastic at his job. Has a desire to see his students succeed. Challenges students to view things from a different perspective. I can honestly say I learned a lot from him. Makes very clear what the standards are. Overall, it is a pretty fun class. I highly recommend him to all Communication majors.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: COMM145
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Professor Castellaw has this amazing ability to remain neutral, listen to a debate and brilliantly summarize both sides for clarification. He gives every student feedback when he grades assignments. You'll know he took the time to read what you have written. His thoughts and insight made me really want to work hard. He is supportive, inspiring.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: 137
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

great teacher i would highly recommend him! His test are not too hard and he gives you ten minutes to look at your book and notes during the test if needed. Also his final exam is just like the rest of the tests that were given so it was easy. He really cares about teaching and wants you to learn in his class.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: COMM137
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Don't know why "easiness" is desirable on RMProf - I'm giving him a 5 because he makes everything clear. Not easy, but pay attention and put forth effort and you're good. My favorite professor in any of the three colleges I have attended. Passes out a sheet outlining semester and follows it. 137 is a group class that will take extra time.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: COMM145
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

This class changed my life. I didn't know what to expect. Helped me with discussions in my home, awareness in social issues and helped me say what I need to say and how to say it. If you like to interact, engage in a class and the idea of debate, take it. Truly altered my life for the better. Thank you Joel, sincerely.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: COMM137
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Excellent teacher! Would highly recommend to anyone. Only 3 tests and the final is non-comprehensive. Gives homework and very easy to get an A.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: 145
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Awesome guy. Great teacher. Would recommend his classes. He's fun and energetic and keeps you engaged.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: COMM122
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Take him. You won't regret it

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: COMM145
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

What an amazing! He is straight to the point and his assignments are not to hard. You actually learn something in this class!

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: COMM145
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

BEST PROFESSOR at grossmont! class was easy, test were straight off notes and he gives you a study guide telling you what to study for. there's about 3 papers to type. which are easy got 100% on those. take him! and take this class! you won't regret it!

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: COMM1456807
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

BEST PROFESSOR EVER! This is my most favorite class I have ever taken. The interactions with your colleagues allow you to make new friends. Lots of group work and he is very easy on grading. He allows you to use notes on the test for 10 mins. Prof Castellaw is an AWESOME instructor and he is very approachable for assistance. TAKE THIS CLASS