Ronald Smith - University of California San Diego, La Jolla, CA

Professor: Ronald Smith

Department: English

College: University of California San Diego, La Jolla, CA

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: SDCC1
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He may be tough teacher and a tough grader, but if you want to pass once and for all take him. i took SDCC1 my second time with him and passed. HIGHLY RECOMMEND him.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: ENG64
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Follow his instruction and you will pass, that's for sure! You have to understand all his concepts, and by doing so, you will improve drastically through the quarter. He is extremely strict, though. However, he concerns your grade much more than the other teachers do. Take his class, and do your work, you will pass this class.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: SDCC1
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

He does have a high passing rate, but that can't be an excuse of his unpleasant or even insulting way of talking.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: SDCC1
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

This class is a lot of work and you will likely get some bad essay scores, but don't let that be discouraging. Prof. Smith genuinely cares about his students and wants everyone to pass on the first try. I wouldn't have passed without taking his class. Best professor.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: SDCC1
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

TAKE SMITH. His methods will push you to the best of your abilities. Amazing professor.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: SDCC1
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

This was my 5th time taking SDCC course and without Prof. Smith I wouldn't have passed the exit exam. His process and methods at first was hard to get ,but HE WILL teach you to read actively and will make you enjoy reading. Everyone in our class bonded through his grading system; thus, trust in his process and you will PASS. Recommended for sure.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: SDCC1
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

This class is hard, but the professor is great! He taught me so much! Most importantly, he cares a lot for his students' education.

Rating # 8

Overview:

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

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

Comment:

This is to everyone who wants to pass. TAKE HIS CLASS. He is hard as hell and strict as hell, but it will pay off in the end. You will pass, just put an effort into his class and your will learn.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: SDCC1
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Take his class! Mr. Smith creates a stressful/difficult curriculum to help prepare you to pass the Basic Writing Requirement. If you want to pass once in for all take his class. It is difficult but put in the time and effort and it will pay off. Trust the process, keep a good attitute, and learn from your mistakes.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: SDCC1
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

A very strict and boring teacher. I did not pass the exit exam.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: SDCC1
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Is Prof. Smith the choice for SDCC1? Yes, absolutely.Smith is the man who will set your ass straight and pushes you really really hard.He is crystal clear and he organizes every single course well.Students should definitely follow the format he gives for the Exit Exam.Remember, qualitative change will finally come out of quantitative change.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: ENG64
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Listen to what he says and you will pass.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: SDCC1
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He overwhelms students he gives a lot of homework !! TOOOOO STRICT!!!! Take Kumar!!

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: SDCC1
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

It can be tough, but I passed the exit exam the first quarter. I definitely suggest picking Mr. Smith

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: SDCC1
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He's a TOUGH teacher. Nevertheless, his methods do work! Take the class seriously and you will pass the first try.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: SDCC1
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

I passed my exit exam because of this class! Very tough and strict professor, but trust in the process and work your behind off and you will pass.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: ENG64
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Make sure you have a well prepared mind and attitude to work hard in his class. I highly recommend this professor because you will find yourself improving so much throughout the course. Trust in the process! It will definitely help you become a better writer and get you prepared for the exit exam. :)

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: SDCC1
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Many students may feel Professor Smith's methods are excessively difficult (not true), but his process works. Trust me, all of the work is worth it when you pass the exit exam. Best decision was taking the class, it gave me the knowledge to pass the exit exam and more than prepared me for HUM1. Prof. Smith is a great guy, take his class!

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: SDCC1
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I just passed the exam. Smith works you so hard that if you actually try to pass, you will. The people who get kicked out are because they are not taking his class seriously enough. He's strict but just do what you're supposed to and it'll be okay!

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: SDCC4
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Trust in his process even when the going gets too tough! Although strict, he is a great professor.