Norman Olch - John Jay College of Criminal Justice, New York, NY

Professor: Norman Olch

Department: Law

College: John Jay College of Criminal Justice, New York, NY

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: LAW203
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Prof Olch hands down is amazing. If you love history and want to get a better understanding of the United States constitution, then Prof Olch is your guy. He's extremely intelligent, knowledgeable and easy going. I've learned so much from this man. He gives only gives you two tests which is a midterm and final. I'd definetly take his class again

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: LAW203
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Professor was great, the only thing was that the Final carries so much weight on your grade. His test are a bit tricky and difficult, his reviews don't help that much as well. His lectures were great tho, I learned a lot in them.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: LAW203
• 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:

Very intelligent professor, has a lot of background in law, attorney. Attendance is not part of your grade, although the tests are based on his lectures and not the book, so if you miss a class you are missing a plethora of information. I would definitely take him again for any other law class. Midterm, Final and Glossary. Glossary is mandatory!

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: LAW203
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Don't judge a book by its cover. Older guy, always go to end of the class time, first seemed like it was going to all be straight boring from textbook, but so wrong! One of the best&favorite professors I've ever had. Lectures are extremely interesting and full of knowledge. Participating in this class is fun! Midterm & final only clear cut, notes!

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: LAW203
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Gave a midterm and a final. Required a glossary of legal terms that was 5% of the grade, but a requirement. No page minimum required. Tests are based off of real cases and you are going to need to predict what the outcome is based on the similar case discussed in class. Would definitely take him again, as all that is required is taking good notes

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: LAW209
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

lectures are very long but very knowledgable and will learn a lot from him. only gives a midterm and a final, both long essay questions and vocal words from the semester. glossary due of words you learned throughout the semester are also due at the last day of class. attendance isn't required. funny guy sometimes and would take again.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: LAW203
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Totally recommended! Take notes, and pay attention in the class and you have an easy A. There are two exams only. Study his definitions for sure because you will need then for exams. I wish I could take another class with him. Absolutely loved his lectures. Textbook not needed.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: 203
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Very knowledgeable professor, a little boring. No multiple choice, just study definitions and cases and be able to explain in detail each on the test and you'll do fine.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: 203
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Look Professor Olch is a great professor. He knows A lot about law and is very clear. He only gives two test; Midterm and a Final. NO PAPERS! He'll give you words to study and very clear study outlines. It's up to you to actually study! It's college people, do not be lazy. If you study you'll do fine.

Rating # 10

Overview:

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

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

Comment:

Hes a little boring however he's very informative he only gives a midterm and a final and may call on you once are twice in the class don't buy the text book you can go to the library and scan the whole thing

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: LAW203
• Grade Received: B-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

He's a great professor however his class was a little dry. You dont need the text book , however he may call on you and ask specific questions about a case. He only gives you a midterm/final and thats it. Pay close attention to black board he provides detailed information which will be on both exams. an easy B trust me he knows his stuff.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: LAW203
• 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:

All he gives is a sheet of vocabulary words before the exams.one midterm one final NO PAPER! 1st part of the exams you will have to write the words meaning, 2nd part he will give you a story and you will have to answer the questions.If you cannot memorize a couple of vocabulary words and read a couple of cases then definitely college isn't for you.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: LAW203
• 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:

He is a GREAT professor. His teaching style can be at times boring but he is a fair grader!!! I did terrible on the midterm and still managed to passed with a B+. Just pay attention and take notes. No book necessary. Take him!!

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: LAW203
• 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:

He is the most boring professor I have ever had. If you miss class you will do horrible on the exam. His teaching technique is not appropriate for the undergraduate level. Students do not understand him and he does not explain thoroughly. Do not take this professor.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: LAW203
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Gentleman and a Scholar, he answers all questions efficiently. As a lawyer he might be boring for some, however if you are serious it's not a bad class. Midterm for 33%, final is 67%. In addition there was a list of terms due at the end of the semester, no other assignments, textbook wasn't needed. I highly recommend this professor.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: LAW203
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

By far, the most objective and apolitical prof in JJay. Highly recommended if you are tired of being spoon-fed propaganda. He is dry, class can be boring if you are not interested in Con Law, but you will formulate your own opinion. One midterm, one final, some cases, that is it.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: LAW203
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I would most certainly recommend this professor.A midterm and final. His test are based exactly on what he talks about in class.Failing is a matter of you never showing up to class.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: LAW203
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Lecture class. Informative if you have never had the material. Attendance is def not mandatory he even says so the first day. Book is optional, all cases are online. Very laid back class.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: LAW203
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Very intelligent professor. He is laid back but not in the least bit boring. He is very detailed and knowledgeable! I enjoyed his lectures and he can be quite funny at times. Only midterm and final giving which you can pass because he gives you all the necessary materials to do so. Will grade you fairly. HE ROCKS!

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: LAW203
• 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:

Easiest class I had. Just PAY ATTENTION AND BE ON TIME and you will do fine. Reading some of the critiques, its sad that people DID NOT PAY ATTENTION to class. Textbook is optional IMO, can get cases from the internet. One of the best law professor in JJ. Gentleman and a scholar, the professor knows his stuff and it shows.