David Simmons - Eastern Florida State College, Cocoa, FL

Professor: David Simmons

Department: Humanities

College: Eastern Florida State College, Cocoa, FL

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: PHI2010
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I loved Dr. Simmons class. If you do the assignments in order to prepare for the test, you will be able to succeed in his class. Also, each class is based on the class' on questions about the assignments, so ask. However, fair warning, he does tend to go on tangents and sometimes his answers are not as straight forward.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: PHIO1C
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

This class was very different. The lectures held more meaningful topics including politics, excellent real world analogies and you really get to know Dr. Simmons. This class does require a lot of studying to understand the harder topics. Dr. Simmons is quite a fun character and really cares so talking to him and asking questions is key. work hard!

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: PHI2010
• 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 took Intro to Philosophy back when it was Dr. Simmons' first semester teaching it, and it was a blast! His lectures are a lot of fun, and he's very lax in the classroom. That being said, I wouldn't take this class if you want an easy A; he makes you work for it.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: HUM2100
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Simmons is simply one of the best at EFSC. He won't just give the grade to you, though. He, unlike some professors you'll have, is more concerned that you learned something than seeing if you can regurgitate information. He is happy to talk about any misunderstandings, so long as you are respectful. A good discourse with him is critical. Take him!

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: PHI70C
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Simmons is a great Professor if your goal is to learn. He can sometimes go off on what seems like tangents, but usually always brings it back to a point hes trying to make. Ive had several conversations with him, and the one word that pops into my mind is insightful. He also loves the opportunity to talk, and learn from his students.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: PHI2000
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

I LOVE Dr. Simmons. Him and a few other gems at EFSC made my learning experience there so great. Hes hilarious, intellectual, and caring. He wants to help his students in any way and hes extremely supportive. I'm at a university now taking philosophy and miss the way he taught! If you have the chance to take a class with him dont pass it up!

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: PHI2010
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Doctor Simmons cares about what he teaches, and it really shows during his lectures. Whenever you'd ask a question, and you expect a direct, single word response, he'll respond with an entire lecture of information. It's a lot to handle in terms of lectures, and I found myself dozing off more than once, but overall, he demands a healthy work ethic.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: PHI2010
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

The class was very confusing at times, but that goes with the material, really. Overall Dr. Simmons cares about his students and wants to be as fair as possible. The class will get you thinking extensively so if that's not your cup of tea then don't take it. Make sure to let him know if you're going to miss a day of class in advance. Curve is odd.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: PHI2010
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Great professor! He may seem a bit scatterbrained at times, but he's amazing. If you actually try in this class and study for the tests even a little bit you'll do well. Even if you don't try, as long as you turn in all the assignments, you'll most likely pass.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: PHI2010
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I'm taking philosophy with Dr. Simmons and he is very nice but he does go into tangents during his lectures. DONT miss class, attendance is mandatory. Grading is unique. Ask questions! DONT interrupt or disturb the class during lectures. He does not condone to class clowns at all. In all I loved the class and Dr. Simmons is a very good instructor!

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: HUM2249
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He has a very strange personality. He loves all his students and gives amazing life lessons throughout the class. He enjoys going off topic ad telling stories, but makes them relate to the topic somehow. He grades a little weird, so make sure you understand his grading system. Overall, if you're open minded then you'll love his class.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: PHI2010
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

There is not a lot of work throughout the class. We basically have class discussions every day on a different topic in philosophy. If you have an open mind about other people's opinions and you like to see how other people view beliefs and faiths, this is your class. Personally, I love the teacher because he's funny and open minded and I love class

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: HUM224901C
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

There is a quiz every class. He is very opinionated. It started off being about humanities and literally turned into an art class. I would not take him again.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: HUMANITIES
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I think Dr Simmons is one of the most polarizing professors at EFSC. I actually enjoyed him and his class I thought it was very entertaining but a lot of people strongly disliked him. He grades his essays very hard but there is a curve so that helps a lot. I got an A but I did have to work for it. If you do good on the quizzes you will do well.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: 2249
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Sort of tough grading on essays. Quizzes every class, so attendance is mandatory. Really sarcastic but hilarious.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: 224970C
• Grade Received: F
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

He is one of a kind for sure... Tangents are crazy, he hardly teaches, he mostly talks about other things. 110% of the work is done outside of class. 1010 would NOT take again.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: HUM2249
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He can get off task when speaking but you can get him back on track easily

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: HUM2100
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I loved this course. Dr Simmons is clear and fun in class and if you do the assignments you will pass. His enthusiasm for the material is contagious. I got the top score in class just by putting forth a little effort.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: HUM224901C
• Grade Received: C
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I really liked Dr. Simmons. This was my first time ever getting a C in a class and I was not happy about it one bit; however, I deserved it. Dr. Simmons really challenges you in this course. You need to review the coursework he tells you to and you will succeed! Glad he taught me this lesson before I moved on to the university level.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: HUM2249
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Simmons expects alot from his students and his tests and quizes are difficult, his curves generally offset the difficulty. He is a great teacher and is willing to help students to no end.