Sim Barhoum - San Diego Mesa College, San Diego, CA

Professor: Sim Barhoum

Department: English

College: San Diego Mesa College, San Diego, CA

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: ENG101
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

What a phenomenal class and teacher. Sim is a passionate as they come, and the class flew by. It's one of the only classes that I loved going to.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: ENG205
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I took his online English 205 class and it was the best class I've ever taken. I can't say the class was hard because I enjoyed it and wanted to do the work. The content really made me think about the world and how to make it better. Take him!

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: ENGL205
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

This is by far the best professor in Mesa college. I took his online class so I was expecting it to be really difficult. Instead, it was really easy. Theres only 3 small essays (less than 1,000 words), watch/ read documentaries and articles, and have group discussions you just want to pass a class without much effort take him.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: ENG101
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Sim's class was a joy to be a part of. He cares about all of us. I developed a bond with so many students in the class and feel part of a larger community. We medicated in class and worked on assignments in class. He helps us out and does a great job of making sure we do our best work. I highly, highly recommend him. He is a master teacher.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: ENLISH101
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

As long as you show up and participate your good.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: ENG101
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Barhoum's ENG101 was not what I was expecting. I felt the reading and writings centered on personal growth. Several fun assignments. I took an 8 week online course and work was daily Mon-Fri with weekend off if you didn't have to make up work. Sim let's you resubmit work. He's also a director of the tutoring program at Mesa. Stand-up guy.10/10

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: ENG101
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Professor Sim is the best professor out there. SO laid back and easy to talk to. TAKE HIM IF YOU CAN.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: ENG101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Sim by far is an amazing professor. He does not require you to buy textbooks, rather provides you with the resources to work. He is very communicative and gives clear advice. He seems to care for each individual and is truly there to help YOU excel. All of his assignments are creative and he manages to make it fun. I recommend taking his class!

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: ENG205
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Sim is a cool and chill guy. No textbook needed. He has an unorthodox way of grading essays. I would definitely take him again.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: EDUC100
• 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 took Sim for Education 100. The material and teaching was the best I've ever been a part of. It was enlightening.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: ENG101X
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Very inspirational class and self reflective with writing and in life. Enjoyed the class and learned a lot.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: ENG101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Sim is not only a great teacher but he is also a wonderful person. If you have a chance to take him, I would highly advice you to do it. He will develop your writing skills and more importantly your critical thinking skills to a higher level. His writing assignments are all really cool and creative. I promise you that you will love his class.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: ENG101
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Sim is a wonderful professor and a wonderful human being! I wish he was teaching English 205 next semester.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: ECUATION100
• 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 took the Education 100 class which is tutoring training from Sim. He is just a rock solid person and teacher. He's inspirational, knowledgeable, and caring. He throws everything back at you and gets dirty and in the weeds. He has been the best teacher I have ever had.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: ENGL043
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Sim is a different type of person. He cares and he gets to know you. Don't be surprised when he walks into class and starts talking like a student. He's as real as they come. The assignments are applicable to life, and I thoroughly enjoyed doing them. The reading circles; they are cool. I enjoyed them.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: ENG205
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Sim is a really cool professor. He's really inspirational- makes you think about life and others. He's really honest with feedback to help you improve. Another plus is that you don't need a textbook, and there's little to no homework. Reading circles sucked at first but you get used to it. Highly recommend him!! Plus he's pretty hot lol.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: ENGL043
• 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:

You should see how Sim handles lazy students. It's crazy to watch. He is compassionate and caring, and he loves his job. By no means is he soft. In fact, he is the opposite. He is real and honest and raw. So is the class. The emotional impact will be lifelong for me, and I know that is how he gets all of us to buy in. The class changed my life.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: ENG43
• 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:

Sim has been one of the only teachers to listen to me and talk about my life. I am grateful he took the time to listen. He has been the only adult I have opened up to about my life. He is so positive.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: ENG43
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Sim is a wonderful person and teacher. I can honestly say I left that class with lifelong friends and a changed attitude about education. I loved the class and I recommend taking it.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: ENG43
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Amazing Professor !