Steve Baedke - James Madison University, Harrisonburg, VA

Professor: Steve Baedke

Department: Geology

College: James Madison University, Harrisonburg, VA

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: GEOL355
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Baedke is a solid professor. This class was straightforward, while the math/chemistry was hard sometimes I always went to his office hrs and he was happy to help. This class is 2 HW assignments and 3 tests, 2 take home and one conceptual in class. If you need another upper level chem class, take Geochem w/ Baedke!!

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: GEOL110
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Such a sweet man, but you HAVE to do well on the tests to get even a B. Go to every class because everything you need to know he verbalizes and aren't always on the slides. Getting a C on one test killed my whole average so do well on the tests, it's all you have.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: GEOL110
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Very nice man. Willing to help if you ask. Lectures are very informational. whole grade basically based off of 3 tests, but with good notes and minimal studying you should be able to do fine especially if you took a geology course in high school. Power points sometimes don't have too much information so I would definitely recommend going to class.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: GEOL110
• 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:

One of my favorite Gen-Ed classes. Wants you to succeed, but you have to go to class because his tests are based solely off of his lecture. Very interesting class, he is a great teacher and keeps it interesting. Tries to point you in the right direction for what is on the tests. Such a nice guy!

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: GEOL110
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

YOU MUST GO TO CLASS! Everything on the test he says in lecture only. Overall he is an extremely sweet and caring guy. He tries to relate to students but it never works and is just funny. He really wants you to learn not memorize. I've heard he's one of the best lecture professors. I recommend taking him.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: C3T1G3
• 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:

Inspired me to pursue topic further, blew my mind a few times.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: GEOL355
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Baedke is great, he really really cares. GO TO HIS OFFICE HOURS, he is so helpful and guides you to the right answers. The tests are pretty time consuming and hard but he gives you all the tools to pass them. 2 long homework assignments but really not bad to do.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: GEOL355
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He is a really nice guy and wants everyone to do well. He grades extremely fair and is aware that not everyone loves the subject. He posts his slides but his lectures give better explanations. However, the flow of the class can get jumbled on occasion but he is always open to questions & willing to re-explain. Good alternative to orgo 2/biochem.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: GEOL110
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I was not looking forward to this class, but Baedke made it one of my most enjoyable gen eds! He does have content-heavy lectures that you should go to if you want to do well in the class. There are only two or three graded assignments other than the exams, so don't count on lots of points. He'll meet with you as much as necessary!!

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: GEOL110
• 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:

Baedke is such a sweet guy. He is so passionate about the topic and really wants everyone to do well. His tests are based off of what he says in lecture, so you really have to go to class. His tests are pretty hard, but if you take good notes and study you should be ok. Def recommend him!

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: CHEM355
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He loves the material and wants everyone to do well. His lectures are long but he's a funny guy who tries to make everyone love the material. There are 3 exams and homework.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: GEOL110
• 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:

Literally nicest professor out there. Never once heard him yell, very respectful of students. Very passionate and knowledgeable about the subject which made lectures actually interesting. Genuinely cares about students and their understanding. Not out to trick you, sincerely wants you to learn. I would take him again in a heartbeat. Def recommend.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: GEOL110
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Baedke was my favorite. Ive been interested in Geology ever since. He did not require a specific textbook so the lectures were everything, though he did not grade attendance. He is very nice and approachable, he is also very neutral when it comes to disputed topics. He's an easy grader and very good at explaining the concepts. Take this class!

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: GEO110
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Really enjoying this guys class! He's pretty lecture heavy so don't miss class, but he makes the subjects very easy to understand. He's always willing to answer questions and he definitely cares about each student understanding the material and getting good grades. Take good notes and don't fall behind and you'll get an easy grade.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: GGEOL102
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

TAKE HIM!!!! He was so sweet and funny! I would love to take another class with him. His lectures were great but not too over-barring. You didn't need to go to class to pass because he puts everything online but his lectures were worth it!

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: GEOL102
• Grade Received: B-
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

I honestly loved this class. I did skip more often than I should because it was all the way in Memorial, but make sure to get notes if you don't go. The material really isn't hard. Some of his lectures are boring, but I loved him as a professor. I would love to take this class again. Rarely any hw,a few EASY quizzes. Study for exams! There's only 3

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: GEOL102
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Pay attention even a little bit and you will pass this class. Memorize some material and take brief notes, download his ppts. He is very helpful, and the last third of the class is very interesting. The first parts are a little bit boring, but tolerable. No textbook, no homework, and easy tests. He's funny and a wonderful professor.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: GEOL355
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I'm a bio major and took this class instead of ochem 2 or biochem and it was such a good idea. it isn't easy but it's definitely manageable and not work intensive. 3 exams, 2 take home and 1 open-note in class. all 3 were hard but he curves and hw counts for a big part of your grade and he lets you correct it. 100% recommend, he's also a cool guy

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: GGEOL102
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Baedke is obviously very passionate about teaching and he is such a lovable guy. Sometimes his powerpoints are a little confusing, but he puts them all online. He gave 3 easy quizzes 2 homework assignments all semester. The tests are kind of hard because he has a lot of "B and C are correct or "all of the above" questions

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: GEOL355
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I only took this class because I couldn't go through another class like Ochem or biochem. I hate chemistry but I LOVED THIS CLASS. It's not easy, but it's nothing compared to Ochem. Baedke is very likable.