Kanwal Prashar - Rock Valley College, Rockford, IL

Professor: Kanwal Prashar

Department: Sociology

College: Rock Valley College, Rockford, IL

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: PHL155
• Grade Received: WD
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He would ramble on telling stories that were somewhat relevant into the course but never went into detail or tried to explain specific religious concepts. I also had a big problem with him stating, "Whoever tells you Islam is a religion of peace is lying." For a class that is supposed to teach you of other beliefs he doesn't seem very tolerant.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: PHL155
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He is a very nice guy and a funny little man and you can tell he knows a lot about all the world religions. If you take time to study using the handouts he gives in class you should be able to pass all his tests easily.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: WORLDRELIGIONS
• 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:

I loved the stories he would tell us in class, but he would get off topic and require us to read the book more than look at the hand outs. His grading scale I find confusing because it is out of 600 instead of the normal 100%.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: PHL155
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

His class is very boring, and his lectures are mostly just him reading a worksheet that he typed up. His tests can be very difficult, especially since a lot of the questions seem random and are never talked about in class. He also grades tough on the papers that we have in his class. I will not be taking any of his classes again.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: PHL155
• Grade Received: C-
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Worst professor I have ever had in my schooling. Hard to understand, horrible grader, not clear about what he wants, he barely knows how to communicate

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: PHLD020
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Absolutely terrible. Hated every second. Learned nothing at all. And was very hard.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: PHLD020
• Grade Received: C
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

He is very hard to understand. All he does is lecture the whole time which doesn't make anything any easier. I have taught myself everything I know in this class. I am usually a solid A student, I have never had a C before in my life but this class was very hard.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: PHL155
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Lectures not helpful but attendance is a big grade percent. Expectations for papers unclear at best. Very dull

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: PHL155
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

To succeed in this class, you must schedule a study time for each weekly quiz as well as take good notes on your papers. It helps to sit in the front to listen to all his lectures. He is rather wise man that is filled with stories that make the class interesting. Also, read each chapter as there are questions on the tests. There is extra credit.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: PHL155
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He's a really good professor, yes he has a thick accent that's a little hard to understand, but he doesn't mind repeating something for you. Quizzes every week, but if you read the chapter and do the study guides they're quite easy to pass. A bit boring, and hard to remember names from religions discussed.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: WORLDRELIGIONS
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

My favorite professor this semester hands down. Really knows his subject matter and more. He's lived lots of life and has tons of knowledge to offer. His lectures were kept interesting with random life stories that I really enjoyed. Tests are not bad if you study the guides he hands out each chapter. Field trip was a great experience.

Rating # 12

Overview:

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

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

Comment:

Kanwall Prashar show great respect for his students and the religions he teaches about. Often Prashar gets to emotional when discussing the religion and is very disorganized resulting in lots of class time being used for office trips.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: PHL155
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Nicest teacher, he wants everyone to get at least a B and will work with them to get that B. His thick accent makes it hard to hear and understand him, nonetheless, he is very knowledgeable.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: WORLDRELIGIONS
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

I am very grateful to have had this man as a professor. He taught me more about religion (and myself)than just words in a textbook. Listen to him, he has something to say.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: PHL155
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Prashar is one of the nicest people ever and is funny but his accent makes it hard to understand him and his tests are based on things he mentions once. I don't really recommend him

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: PHL155
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Prof. Prashar is one of the nicest people I have ever met. He has a thick accent that is difficult to understand at times. I found that his tests and quizzes are pretty difficult, even after studying the notes. If you take his class, be ready to put some serious time into studying.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: WORLDRELIGIONS
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Prashar is one of the nicest, most caring people on the planet. A little difficult to understand at times, but that's no big deal. He is always willing to help out. Make sure to read the book, go to class and not screw around. I learned about religions, but more importantly I learned how to respect others.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: PHL155
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Mr. Prashar pays extra attention to students' grades and wants everybody to pass (considerate/concerned). The way he structures his class is a bit overwhelming (we go over ALL of the major religions/it doesn't help when you're taking 18 credit hours). He doesn't have a strong accent, but he kind of talks in a hushed tone. He's okay as a teacher.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: PHL155
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

I definately recommend Prashar. I had him during the summer and he really made sure that everyone did well. Just like any college class you have to study and take notes. He is probably the best teacher for World Religions because of all his experiences and knowledge. It's hard not to do well in this class because it is very interesting

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: PHL155
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

He is such a nice guy and you can tell he really cares about his students, but sometimes he can get off track. You must read the book in order to get a good grade. He gives you handouts which are pretty helpful, but on tests he uses the handout, book, and lecture . Clarity can be a little rough at times. You get used to his accent.