Michael Gustin - Santa Monica College, Santa Monica, CA

Professor: Michael Gustin

Department: English

College: Santa Monica College, Santa Monica, CA

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: ENG01ONLINE
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

I took the 6 week class and enjoyed it. Some thought provoking material made writing the papers more interesting. Was not difficult and I learned a lot! Would definitely take another class taught by him.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: ENG1
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He was great! I did the online 6 week course and loved it!

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: ENG2
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Prof. Gustin's class is really easy. I took his 6 week online course and it was very manageable. 4 essays and 2 short exams. Don't buy the book! All material can be found online (if taking the online class). Would definitely recommend.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: ENG02
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

AMAZING online class. I loved being in this class so much. I took it as a 6-week winter course and it is extremely reasonable, and Gustin is a very good teacher. He truly wants you to pass his class, and gives you all the tools in order to do so. There are 4 essays, but they are very straight forward and simple. Take this class you'll love it!

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: ENG02
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I really enjoyed this class! Professor Gustin is extremely helpful and his discussion/essay prompts were always very engaging. Some of the reading may challenge your critical thinking skills (in a good way!) But hey if you don't like homework/thinking why are you here anyway?

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: ENGLISH1
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Took 8-week online course and though it was a lot of reading, the assignments weren't too time consuming or overwhelming. He was always available via email and kind enough to extend deadlines if he noticed the class struggling. I'm definitely taking his Engl 2 class.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: ENG1
• 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:

Mike is one of the most understanding and helpful professors I've had. The material in his courses are worthwhile and his passion for teaching is evident. He simulates an in-class experience and assigns an appropriate amount of work. If you're a diligent student, you will not be dissapointed. He's also a great guy. I highly recommend him!

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: ENGLISH2
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Don't expect an easy A. This class requires a lot of work! After all, this is a college class and a tough subject. You need to make sure to post to the discussions and REPLY to 2 other student's posts and it's very important not to post on the last day! He doesn't give any credit for those who do that. Don't be afraid to ask for help! He's Great!

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: ENG2
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Professor Gustin's assignments make the class interesting. It seems like he bases reading selections on things enjoys. When professors put time and effort into making a class interesting, everybody benefits. He is helpful, responsive, and gave extensions. I took two English classes with Professor Gustin and I would recommend him to anybody.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: ENGL1
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I didn't meet Michael so I have a limited view of him. I took the online class over 8 weeks, and boy it's a lot of work. Don't expect to get off easy, you'll be writing an essay a week with other homework and a 'complex' book to read. I must admit, I didn't even read the book because I simply didn't have time. It's a tedious and fast paced course.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: ENG2
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Took the 8 week online class. He's very helpful and lays out a clean easy schedule. It's very easy to follow. Just read directions thoroughly and actually try. Typically consisted of discussion post w/ 2 responses to others x a week. 2 major tests, 3 essays (2 from text, other one from the book ragtime). Oh and don't wait till the last day = 0 pts.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: ENG1913
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

I took Prof. Gustin's online, condensed class. He's a helpful teacher who may extend deadlines if he sees his students need more time. Easy enough to get an A.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: ENG1
• 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:

You cannot be lazy in this class if you want an A. I took English 1 online. There was a lot of reading required as well as an essay pretty much every week. Those 8 weeks were intense but I did learn a lot.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: ENG2
• 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:

Took 6 week summer online course. Convenient but lots of reading and writing but if you stay on top of it it really isn't hard. If you are intelligent in your writing skills you should to have a problem. He is a helpful teacher and will email you back ASAP. Even extended some deadlines. I would recommend. Remember, a bit of writing/reading

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: ENG2
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I am taking his 6 week summer, online class. But I am enjoying his class! :) His readings/assigments are interesting. He seems nice too! But I think his grading system is weird. His assignments are unclear and confusing at times. But if you have a question, ask! He will always respond to his email. Easy A if you put in the time and work!

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: ENG2
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Took his Eng 2 online class based on the recommendations here. Big mistake! I'm a good student, mostly As and Bs... But I had a hard time in his class. Weird assignments, strange lectures, very little guidenes.The essay requirements are not clear. Would not recommend.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: ENGL2
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Took him online, he sucks. Loads of work, and weird grading system. Reduces lots of points for little mistakes, his writing assignments are sometime unclear. The exams are weird and unclear. He gives very little credit for discussion threads, if you do on the last day (even if it's way before deadline hours). The readings are interesting tho.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: ENG002
• 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:

His 8 wk online class was fun and pretty easy IF you do the work. Work load is not bad at all. Do the assigned readings, do the online discussions, do the essays, but definitely PREPARE for the tests! They were easy because I prepared, but would've been hard otherwise. Easy A if you do the work.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: ENG2
• 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:

Great teacher...He's a decent grader, not too hard or too easy. I can see how he could be misunderstood as a hard grader but if you actually show the least bit of interest in the work, he is very willing to help you earn the grade you desire in his class. Great instructor!

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: ENG1
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Took Eng1 online, 8 week course. Really enjoyed it. It was a lot of work, with 6 essays, but they were all of manageable lengths. He was very helpful and prompt with answering emails, and even extended a few deadlines upon request. Seemed very reasonable and spirited about what he was teaching. Only the main textbook and novel are needed.