Ed Gutowsky - Sierra College, Rocklin, CA

Professor: Ed Gutowsky

Department: English

College: Sierra College, Rocklin, CA

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: 1A
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

It felt like there was an essay due every single class, nothing too hard though just a lot. He grades fairly easy in my opinion, as I never read a book and have a decent grade. He is a funny guy, although personally i think he'd go a little too far sometimes. He jokingly picking on students, so be prepared to be called out in front of the class....

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: ENG1A
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Lots of papers for sure!! But they're doable, never difficult. He has a set of rules for his papers and as long as you follow them you should be fine. He's funny, which makes time fly by in that class. Interactive course, so you're never just stuck listening for an 1.20 min.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: ENGL1AB
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Best professor I've ever had

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: 1A
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Prof Gutowsky comes off harsh, but he's incredibly good-natured and amicable. He does have a habit of teasing students, but if you feel picked on, he's understanding and will refrain. He's repetitive in his teaching, which helps the majority of students. He does assign an excessive amount of essays, but it's an easy class to pass if you read.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: ENGL1C
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Gutowsky is one of the stranger professors I've had at Sierra, but he's a greatone. Gives you relevant to date content and very class has a pop quiz about the reading or some video he shows. He talks a lot about Bobby Kennedy and rhetoric-interesting stuff. I'd take him again in a heartbeat.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: 1C
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Took this in the afternoon usually I get sleep during afternoon classes but there was not any snooze fests while taking this English class! He is hilarious! He is a caring teacher despite his crazy front lol! He is also a great teacher! Uses current day events to help teach the course. He uses quizzes to make us take notes and get points for it.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: ENG1B1C
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Gutowsky is one of my favorite professors at Sierra College. His lectures are interesting and quirky. Everyday there is a "surprise quiz" which is really his way of asking us our response and reaction to the text or videos. He gives multiple options for writing prompts and always gives great feedback. Take as many of his classes as you can!

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: EINGLISH1B
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Hes probably the one of the best English professors and his classes are easy As (unless you dont show up or dont do work). He makes you enjoy class no matter how bad of a day youre having, and its hard to fall asleep or stop paying attention. Hes hilarious and reminds me of Will Ferrell. I highly recommend taking his class if you want an A.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: ENG1A
• 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:

What a character! He had to focus on formatting and basic paper structure, and while it was tedious he made it interesting. He uses pop culture references and really relates to his students. All in all he is personable and informative. Lots of reading and not always interesting in content. His pop quizzes happen every class so dont worry.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: ENG1A
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Funny guy, never missed a class.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: 1A
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

I took Gutowsky for 1A and I can say that I am not disappointed. Usually, I hate English class but Gutowsky knows how to keep things interesting. He is a very unique guy which makes his class even better. You write a couple essays but as long as you meet his page requirements, you should be fine. Easy A, just show up and do your work.. not hard

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: EINGLISH1B
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

I didn't feel challenged in this course. This was like repeating English 1A. Nearly everyone averages 100% in his class. He teaches in an unusual way. He also swears. If you like reading sexually explicit books, sign up for his class.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: 1A
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

easy & entertaining. I took him at 8am and can say that I was not falling asleep. every class you have a "quiz", but really it's just extra points to your grade as long as you do the reading. The essays can be a bit tough but he is very understanding and a easy grader. Main topic was Redoric & fallacies, and was actually interesting to learn about

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: ENGL1B
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

You know those profs who wait the LAST minute to put things in the gradebook, well that's him. I had to resubmit papers that were given a 0 in the gradebook, when they were turned in on time. Highly disappointed.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: ENG1A
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Its more like a political class instead of an English class. Alot of pop quizzes and very bipolar. I DIDNT learn a thing except for rhetoric.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: ENG1C
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He's a fine teacher, you write A LOT in his 1C class, usually one 2-3 page paper a week once you get into the swing of the class. You read a good bit too but his selections are phenomenal and he makes sure you know everything you need to for the final. No midterm, no pop quizzes. You take a 'quiz' every day but it's really just like lecture notes.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: 1C
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

This class is not for the easily offended. Gutowsky is loud, says what's on his mind, and is not afraid to call people out; it's very refreshing! He assigns 2-3 page essays very often and there is a lot of reading. Overall, if you show up ON TIME, do the work, and treat him with respect, you will enjoy this class very much. Thanks Gutowsky!BP

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: ENG1B
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Rock star English Professor. Never a dull moment in this man's classroom. It's all about the discussion and he is very receptive and open-minded to everyone's opinions. Don't be a disrespectful student and he won't treat you with disrespect. Great place to talk about and learn English literature.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: 1A
• 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:

He is a great professor. You definitely have to do the essays. He is understanding but not for thin skinned people. He will call you out of you walk in late. So do not be late. Overall a fantastic professor.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: ENG1A
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Gives lots of essays... dont be late or he will pick on you and take this class in the morning if you want to be woken up because he talks really loud.. the books are interesting and there essays every two weeks and a quiz in class every time