Kurt Gravenhorst - Foothill College, Los Altos Hills, CA

Professor: Kurt Gravenhorst

Department: Humanities

College: Foothill College, Los Altos Hills, CA

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: ENG001A
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I took his English class. He is entertaining but its impossible to get an A in the class unless you already know how to write well. The class does not allow for much improvement.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: ENG001A
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Really into himself. Easy A if you pretend he knows what he's talking about. Don't over any counter-perspectives or draw his attention and you'll be fine. Tends to be an ass but thankfully the quarter system is so short.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: HUMNFOO1A01
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

His class was somewhat interesting, but his lectures are pretty long and sometimes a little boring. No homework but the format of his tests are always the same: all multiple choice on chapter sectionsreading questions, the literature for adventures book, and vocabulary words. So just make sure you read and you'll pass!

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: 1A
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He was unclear and unorganized. his lectures were interesting, lots of reading and exams are not relevant to his lecture.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: ENGL1B
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Shocked when I received a C on my first paper, it was MY fault. I had good points but didn't present them coherently. Run-on sentences, etc. He reads EVERY single page--loves red ink! I still HIGHLY recommend him. Despite that one C, I still ended up with an A-. Make sure you do the reading as it's accompanied by quizzes. Thanks.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: ENGL17
• 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:

Kurt's Shakespeare class was great! Yeah, not a class that will help you transfer, but a great introduction to the material!

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: ENGL1B
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

I really wanted to like him BUT his grading is ridiculous. Even if you follow his rubric and assignments to a "T" you will get a C paper UNLESS you are able to stop thinking and put forth no more effort than it takes to regurgitate what he has said. That's right, don't think for yourself and just re-write what he says - otherwise you will be wrong.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: HUMN1A
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Great teacher and awesome lecture. Totally cool and understanding teacher. Plus give you extra credit.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: HUMN1A
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Professor Gravenhorst is a pretty good instructor, and all of his tests were very straightforward. His study guides were very clear, and the reading wasn't heavy. I did an extra credit paper on a play he was in that I saw, and he is a good actor too!

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: HUMN1A
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

I loved this class! Gravenhorst is such a theatrical instructor. He makes humanities very interesting although the whole class is a lecture. His class is determined by 3 tests and it is very straightforward. Make sure you listen to everything he says in class and take good notes for the test.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: HUM1A
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Really amusing guy and very straightforward. Attendance and textbooks aren't mandatory, but his tests are on his lectures, so take careful notes. No homework or bull and the material is interesting. I would recommend this class.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: HUMN1A
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Extremely good lecturer, however, no class interaction. Which isn't a big deal but I think that class interaction helps students retain knowledge. Listen, take notes, read and you'll pass with an A. His tests are very straight forward, no tricky questions.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: HUMAN1A
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Course consists of 3 tests & 1 extra credit paper. No homework. Attendance is not mandatory & he does not take roll; however, it will difficult to pass if you do not attend regulary. Lectures are interesting & the professor knows what he's talking about. Overall course is extremely easy. Classes can get full up to 170+ students in a quarter.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: ENG1A
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

he is nice teacher,but his class is not easy at all. i took his 7am class because he has pretty good rate here. however it's not true at all.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: ENGL1A01
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

DO NOT TAKE HIM he is very disorganized and grades really hard on essays. At first I thought he would be laid back and I took him based on his good ratings on here. BUT THEY WERE VERY COMPLETELY FALSE. I wish i had dropped him before the W deadline dont waste your time with this guy. Sign up for someone where you have a chance getting a good grade

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: ENGL1A
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

This teacher is impossible to get a good grade if he doesn't like you. I came into the class with a private school education and top notch writing skills (as shown by 650+ SAT and current A in English 1B class). I got a B- even after doing every assignment on time and coming to every class ready to learn. Very biased. Do NOT take.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: ENG001A
• 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:

I enjoyed his class very much! Lectures are informative and fun. It's the first time I actually like an English class!

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: ENGL1A
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Very funny, and the first teacher I've had that actually TEACHES English. Arrange your whole schedule to make sure you get Mr. G, :)

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: HUMN1A
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Extremely helpful, easy class if you show up. Fun wish there were more teachers like this.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: HUMN1A
• 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:

He made Humanities an exciting topic for all who chose to attend the class. It's simple, straightforward, and easy to understand because of him. Awesome teacher.