Jeff Roet - Texas Christian University, Fort Worth, TX

Professor: Jeff Roet

Department: Geography

College: Texas Christian University, Fort Worth, TX

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: GEOG0013
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Dr Jeff is one of the nicest professors I've had so far, BUT be aware, the tests are extremely difficult. The text content is 15 questions from 30+ pages of material, and the "extra credit" (copying the notes in your handwriting- busywork) is a MUST if you want to succeed. Between that and the weekly tests, this class is a huge time commitment

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: GEOG10003
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Jeff is a delightful man. He is very knowledgeable and aware of current world events. It's fun and insightful to talk to him, but his lectures can be very boring since he mostly reads from it. MUST DO the extra credits if you want an A. I took the honor section so the tests are harder. Always read through your notes again and again.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: GEOG10003
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Extra credit it necessary, hard tests, great professor

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: GEO1130
• Grade Received: D+
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

There were 10 tests for the class. Each test had 10 questions but you had to study 20+ pages. There is extra credit but it is extremely time consuming. Tried to ask for help and he told me to pass/no credit the class. For the lecture he reads off the powerpoint and goes until the last second of class. I do not suggest this class.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: GEOG10003
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Roet is one of the best professors I've ever had, but he is also one of the hardest. He gives one test every week (unless otherwise notified) and has clear expectations for the test. He provides almost 200 points of extra credit, but the extra credit takes several hours of time every week. Be prepared to work. But his class was my favorite!!

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: GEOG10003
• Grade Received: WD
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Class is extremely lecture heavy ( 3 hr long) with 1 10 minute break. The only grades taken are tests. Do not take this class. Unless you work 10+ hours a week on it, you will not be able to complete the extra credit and study for the exams. Very nice professor, but expects a lot. I wouldn't recommend this class for anyone who wont put in the work.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: GEOG10003
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

A v. good lecturer, knows his stuff, ENERGY. accommodating. Tests are hard but the very time consuming EC makes up for it. You can get an A if you put in lots of time & effort. Good for honors kids. Easy to pass/fail. You can show up only for tests but he'll be less friendly/ flexible with a borderline grade. Clear grading criteria!

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: GEOG10003
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

I learned more than I ever thought possible. Extra credit is very necessary for the A, but it will also help you learn so it is worth it. He is the most passionate guy and so sweet. I really enjoyed his class, but it was SO MUCH WORK. I took his Honors section and it was pretty much the same as the non-honors just an added discussion lab.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: GEOG30713
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Awesome class. You need to work for your grade but you will be better off because of it. This is not a blow off class. Seriously do the study guide and start way early!!

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: GEO035
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I've never met someone more passionate about Geography. Roet is one of the happiest, quirkiest people. His class was so much fun to attend. He was meant to teach Geography. You do have to be diligent in his lectures and I would say the extra credit is almost mandatory for an A in the class. Tough but still, this was a rewarding course.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: GEOG30713
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

This was my first class with Dr. Jeff and by far my favorite, I've gone on to take 5 more of his classes. He loves what he teaches which makes learning the material very easy.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: GEOG30533
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Expect work. You basically get extra credit for studying. Personal recommendation: Do not rewrite class notes and instead use that time to prepare and study maps, key terms, and essays. Besides the work, perhaps the best teacher I've ever had. Learned so much and now even consider majoring in geography. I've left many classes in awe of the world.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: GEOG20013
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

He's a good teacher, long lectures but you just sit there because he gives you the notes. 2 exams but a lot of memorization, you need to memorize 90+ terms and like 10 essays. Make sure you do the study guide - if you do that you're like guaranteed a B.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: GEOG20013
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Do not take this class if you are looking for a simple course credit. His tests are extremely difficult to study for, especially because his reviews are 28 pages long written out. Great professor but terrible tests.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: GEOG10003
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

The tests are impossible. The extra credit does not make up for it even though it is a lot. It takes up way to much time... Take a different class plz avoid this at all costs. I would have all A's if not for this class. He's a nice guy but his class, lectures, tests, etc. suck

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: GEOG10003
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

This class itself is not difficult at all. However, although the work is all extra credit, it's required. If you don't do any of it, you won't be prepared for the tests (which are every week btw). All of the work needed to do well on the test will take you all of 2 days worth. If you have anything important to do in other classes, forget about it.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: GEOG10003
• 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:

If you take this class, for the love of whatever, do the extra credit. No matter the excuse, the extra credit has all of the answers.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: GEOG10003
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Roet was easily my favorite professor at TCU. If you like geography you must take one of his classes. He loves what he does and is a wonderful teacher, full of information and first-hand experiences. He offers a ton of extra credit, although it can be a lot of work, and writing in particular, it's definitely worth doing. I love Professor Roet!!

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: GEOG10003
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

This was a fascinating class BUT took up way to much of my time with all the extra credit. The test are nearly impossible if you don't do the extra credit. If you're looking for a challenging class then take it. Roet knows his information from head to toe but he make his lectures way to long.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: GEOG30513
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

This is the second class of Roet's I have taken, he is great! You have to study for his tests but he gives out a bunch of extra credit. I studied a lot for the tests and got over 100% with the extra credit. He gives you a list of everything that could be on the test. 1 term paper (about 10 pages) on a topic you choose and he helps you all the way.