Robert Sheppard - Palomar College, San Marcos, CA

Professor: Robert Sheppard

Department: Cinema

College: Palomar College, San Marcos, CA

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: 102
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I really liked Professor Sheppard. He is clear and helpful (paying attention is key). If you think this is an easy A class, you are mistaken. I recommend taking if you have an interest in cinema and you like to write. If not, this is not the class for you. If you do your part, you will do well and you will definitely get something out of it.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: CINE100
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Took CINE 100, 102 and 103 from Prof. Sheppard in the late 80s and later in 2000. Inspired a deep interest in film that I still have today. His lectures are engaging & inspiring. Be prepared! It helps to familiarize yourself w/film basics & how to analyze film before the course starts. Be on time, don't miss class, turn in essays & you'll do well!

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: CIN100
• 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:

Very wierd movies. You cant drink water or eat in the class. I did everything and tried as hard as i could and barely passed with a C. And he is very unapproachable. Don't take his class. Period.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: CINE1234
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He's honestly a really great teacher who knows a lot about cinema. He's strict in that he doesnt allow for slackers or distractions but he's always nice and usually funny as well. The journals are not hard as long as you have an understanding of writing and are capable of thinking critically. 1 page, thoughtful answers is all he asks.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: CINE100
• 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:

very intimidating!! you must read entire text book to pass exams. essays are super easy but the exams are the most important. so if you dont like to read DO NOT take this class. also, i never felt comfortable asking him a question.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: CINE100
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Definitely a movie master not sure if this class is ever easy but it is not with him he is a pretty harsh grader.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: CINEM100
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

he is the most scariest teacher i have ever had in my inter school year. he is organized and everything but he grad supper hard. he would never ever take a 1 minute late journal. don't even try to make up excuses cuz he will never take it unless u have proof from a doctor or a car accident or it's an automatic F-. he is not flexible AT ALL

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: CINE100
• 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:

He is THE BEST. He picks the best films, he is sarcastic, he gives good lectures etc. He is my favorite CINE teacher at Palomar, hands down.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: CINE103
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Clear with what he wants, strict with (very reasonable) policies, and he shows great enthusiasm for what he does. Journals are easy - 250 word max, this is COLLEGE, this shouldn't be difficult - and the tests are mostly from the book. The one you buy, that is required. If you buy it, why not use it? Great professor, will probably take more classes.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: CINE100
• 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:

If you are someone who is interested in watching movies and learning what it takes to make movies TAKE TAKE TAKE this class. Sheppard is very knowledgeable when it comes to studying film and teaching to others. The movies he shows can be wierd but it's a really cool experience. Plus his class is super easy.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: CINE100
• 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:

Really funny teacher with dry sense of humor. really well informed and knows his stuff. just dont cheat and do what he says and you'll do fine. and dont be intimidated by his first couple days, he's just trying to get rid of the people who dont take it seriously

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: CIN102
• 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: N/A

Comment:

Harsh teacher. Essays are graded extremely hard for a cinema class. Tests are okay if you are dedicated to reading the book. No food and water in class, NO phones. And will check if you use outside sources for an essay (like a website with the plot) and fail you. Dry humor, not a bad guy, just brutal.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: CINE100
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Not a very easy class. A lot of work involved. Tests really aren't that bad because its a lot of True or false questions. The journals are a pain. He is a really strict grader and he pretty much demands perfection. Not a bad guy and I thought he was a pretty good theacher. You just need to give your best effort on the journals.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: CINE100
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

He is very strict. He gives no notes on the reading which is what the test consist of except for the 5 EC questions he gives. All he discusses is the movies w/ great passion. I am an A student and had to work very very hard to get a B. I was actually surprised that I got that. He DOESN'T teach this class like a 100 class more like a 400. RUN FAST!

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: CINE100
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Prof. Sheppard is the kind of teacher you want to have if you really want to learn. He is strict but his demands are not over the top. If you really want to learn, he is there to teach and to listen.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: CINE103
• 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:

Sheppard is a hilarious professor who knows exactly what hes talking about. He is strict with rules but really encourages discussion and insight. Take this class if you want to learn about film.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: CINE100
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Prof. Sheppard spends the first 2-3 weeks weeding out those students who do not take the class seriously. When the films begin, he proves to be serious about his subject but with a great sense of humor. Do the work/ reading, regularly attend and the class is fairly easy. There is a lot of writing involved, but he helps each step of the way.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: CINE100
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Sheppard is a great teacher. Tests are easy if you spend a couple hours studying, always has extra credit on the tests from his lecture, also easy. Movies are interesting. Just make sure you get the facts CORRECT on your journals. He is very picky about movie quotes, even if they are slightly off. Just remember to be DIRECT, and you'll ace it.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: CINE100
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

he is pretty tough at gradin journals, attendence is a must and showing up late hurts your grade. the movies you watch are enjoyabl, but after writiing so many journals, it is easy to get burnt out on the class

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: CINE102
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Great teacher. Very smart man, his lectures keep you interested. He IS big on attendance, and turning things in on time. I never approached him for help, but his Essay prompts and other instructions are pretty clear. You do have to do a lot of writing, and come up with your own ideas for best marks, so it is not an easy class. Highly recommended.