Nils Slattum - Moorpark College, Moorpark, CA

Professor: Nils Slattum

Department: English

College: Moorpark College, Moorpark, CA

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: ENGM01B
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Slattum is one of the few English professors that will actually make you a better writer and reader. There is a lot of reading (usually short stories) that you discuss in class for deeper meaning. You take a couple quizzes on books that are pretty straight forward. Always willing to meet and help with the essays (heavily reccomend doing this). ����

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: HUMM10A
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He was a fun teacher. He kept the classroom discussions interesting and respected each of his students ideas. My only complaint would be the lack of feedback on our papers and reading responses throughout the semester. Participation in classroom discussion matters.. you don't have to talk that much but be sure to add a thing or two here & there.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: ENGM01B
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Second time with Slattum. Love his classes. He definitely wants students to improve in their writing, so don't give up after the first essay! Stay on top of the journals and readings!!! Leaving them until the end is a lot more stress than you want! It also helps to take notes from class discussions for future assignments. Sparknotes will not help.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: M01B
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Slattum is a pretty cool guy and I think he genuinely wants you to become a better writer. With that said, be prepared to read a lot and make sure to put a lot of work into his essays, they can be quite difficult. But, he does give good feedback. Please take advantage of his office hours, he will help you.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: ENGM01B
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Professor Slattum made this course interesting and easy to learn. He encourages participation and engages his students to think beyond the surface of literature. He's hilarious, inspiring, and caring. With all that said, this class requires lots of reading and papers though, so be prepared to work! tl;dr - amazing teacher, highly recommended!

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: ENGLISHM01B
• 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:

I could not recommend an English professor more. Nils truly cares about his students and wants you to succeed in his class. You will use all of the books he asks you to purchase. Pay attention to the readings, do the journals, ask for feedback on your papers, and youll do just fine

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: ENG1B
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

ALL TIME FAVORITE PROFESSOR. Take this class if you want to be educated, read amazing books, learn how to think critically, and write well. You have to work for it. He doesn't mess around. But he is hilarious and has amazing lectures. Don't procrastinate in this class. Do the homework. Study. It's worth it. How else can I say it? TAKE THIS CLASS!

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: ENGLM01B
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Slattum is the one of the best English teachers I have ever met, he is interesting, funny and makes his lectures interesting. He really tries to try to find connections between the younger generations and the things you have to read. You are required to read a total of 8 books, and if you just sparknote the night before, you won't pass the test.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: ENGMO1B
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

One of my favorite teachers ever. You have to work hard on the essays but he is willing to help improve your writing. He also makes you want to work hard. He is entertaining but expects you to work hard. Spark notes does not help with every literature test. Although, you do not need to buy every book that he has listed; try to look them up

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: M01B
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

So lucky I took this professor. The class was not too difficult, but still requires effort and deep thought. Lots of reading and analyzing, there are a few essays, and a final in class essay. He is willing to meet with you to help you brainstorm for essays, or help you reflect on ideas. There are 3 tests on books, and one vocab test. Actually read!

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: HUMM10B
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Nils Slattum is one of the best professors I've ever had. His witty attitude and positive outlook on life is truly inspiring and it radiates in his classroom. He is extremely intelligent and truly wants to help every student. If you are going to Moorpark, you have to take Slattum. He also has the most amazing voice in the world!

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: ENGLISHM01B
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

One of my favorite classes so far.. lots of reading/analyzing throughout the semester but nothing too bad, a great prof!

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: M01B
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

So Nils is a pretty cool teacher. Going from M01A to this class was challenging. He makes you read a lot and do journal responses about what you read. This class was strange because its more than half way through the semester and I still dont know the grade of my first essay that I turned in in February. His class is good and would reccomend him.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: ENGMO1B
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Great teacher with an amazing personality and passionate about literature. Good amount of homework. The papers are not too bad, but the big 7-10 page one is especially challenging and will take up A LOT more time then you think. The tests on the books you read are easy. Has a very chocolatey voice (Make sure to Tell him that in class he loves it)

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: ENGLM01B
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

By far, best English teacher I've ever had. He really helps you become a better writer, just ask him for help. He cares a lot about his students. This is not an easy A, but if you study for tests, do all the reading, and put effort into essays, you should be fine. He is also hilarious. Laughed every day. Class was fun, but it can drag on awhile.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: HUMM10A
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Professor Slattum is truly an amazing instructor. This was my second class with him and he is fantastic and very engaging. His lectures are interesting and he is always open to answering questions whether it be about lecture or any of the assignments. For essays take advantage of his office hours! He is extremely helpful!

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: ENGLM01B
• 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:

I L O V E D Slattum!! Definitely get ready to read and you must complete the journals because it is a pretty important part of your grade! His discussions are really interesting and enjoyable. Hilarious for sure. You will for sure laugh in his class.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: ENGLM01C
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

This is not a normal English class. Most class sessions are class-wide discussions that will really get you to think about various subjects. There is homework every night, but it really only takes half an hour. I strongly recommend taking this class.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: ENGLMO1B
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He's fascinating to listen to, will make you laugh at least twice per class, has a voice that rivals Morgan Freeman, cares about his students I think more than he cares about his own children, and, using the Socratic method, creates VERY thought-provoking discussions during class.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: HUM10A
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Mr. Slattum is a hilarious teacher and such a funny guy. He wasn't very hard on grading the papers, but the tests I found to be VERY confusing and hard. For the tests, you study everything on your own. His lectures in class have nothing to do with the tests, therefore you must read the textbook top from bottom; tests are VERY SPECIFIC.