Shalom Shoer - Cornell University, Ithaca, NY

Professor: Shalom Shoer

Department: Near Eastern Studies

College: Cornell University, Ithaca, NY

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: JWST1103
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Shalom went out of his way to make me feel included,as one of the few with no Hebrew exposure. If any of us express interest in a Hebrew song/poem or need help with a specific area (e.g. script) he takes time outside class to address it. He celebrates progress and in language-learning promotes what works in a fluid way. Ask anyone, we all love him!

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: JWST1102
• 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:

He loves his job and you can see it in the way he teaches. In the past, I have found it difficult to learn a language from a native speaker because they don't always understand the whys and how to make people understand, but Shalom is an incredible exception. He makes learning Hebrew fun and interesting. I wish all of my professors were like Shalom

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: JWST101
• Grade Received: INC
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He's the absolute best teacher I've had so far, truly cares about his students and loves his job it makes learning Hebrew that much more enjoyable.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: JWST101
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

absolutely incredible. He's the nicest man ever who really just wants everyone to succeed and get A+s (which is possible). There are quite a few tests but he schedules them around busy weeks so that you're not extra stressed. Also he's very accommodating with making assignments up. Definitely the only class worth being awake for at 9

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: NES1102
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Shalom is an amazing professor who wants you to do well. The pace of the class is really easy to follow and yet at the same time you'll learn a lot. You have to keep up with the work but it's very easily spaced out for you and won't be hard to do. If you do the work you will do well. Would 100% recommend!

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: NES1102
• 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:

Once again, Shalom was my favorite professor of the semester. He really wants each of his students to do well. He'll change test dates if you're too stressed. It's easy to do well in this class despite all of the work because Shalom helps along the way. He's also so much of a father-figure that you wouldn't want to do poorly and disappoint him.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: NES1101
• 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:

Shalom genuinely cares about each of his students. Learning Hebrew can seem daunting at first - I came in knowing absolutely nothing - but Shalom caters the class towards the individuals in it. It's easy to do well because Shalom helps you and makes you want to work hard. He makes sure you're prepared for tests. He also sometimes brings in food.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: NES1103
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Amazing Professor who loves to teach and watch his students learn the language.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: NES1102
• 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:

With Shalom, it's all about the learning. Shalom is caring and kind and fair. You cannot hide in this class, but that's OK. It's good to be in a class where the teacher and students actually know each other. I am so glad Cornell offers this class and that Shalom is the teacher.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: NES1101
• 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:

Shalom is kind, caring, loves the subject and wants students to learn. He understands that people come into class with different backgrounds but he has high expectations for everyone. Small group meets everyday which means you can't hide but the upside is Shalom knows everyone. So much better than huge lecture courses with random TAs.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: NES1101
• 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:

I had reservations about taking a foreign language, but Shalom is one of the most caring individuals I have met at Cornell. Class is very laid back, and though it is everyday, it is not stressful at all! Do the work, and you will do very well!

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: NES1101
• 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:

Shalom is an AMAZING professor. He really wants his students to learn, and takes extra strides to make sure no one is left behind to struggle with the material. Class and homework is enough to adequately cover the material with out being burdensome. I can't sing his praises enough.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: NES1101
• 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:

I was nervous about taking hebrew but Shalom is an amazing teacher. Class every morning was tough but I'm so glad I took this class. I highly recommend it.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: HEB1101
• 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:

LOVE HIM. five classes a week but its not bothersome at all. homework due daily for the most part but its easy and defintely not a burden. he makes class exciting because he's just the greatest

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: NES1102
• 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:

He keeps class fun and entertaining, and wants you to learn and do well. Doing the homework and keeping up is a must, though.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: NES1102
• 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:

Great teacher and a great guy. If you do the HW you'll get a good grade, he's not looking to give bad grades.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: HEB101
• 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:

A great professor, clearly very enthusiastic about his subject material. The class was rather difficult for someone coming in with absolutely no Hebrew experience, even with a large amount of work put in. As well, this professor has a habit of announcing tests only 1-2 days before giving them. Great professor overall.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: NES102
• 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:

the best

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: NES101
• 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:

Excellent professor, even though 5 days a week, not stressful and simply a fun class. Not too much homework, and even though many come with prior knowledge, there really is no disadvantage if you didn't know hebrew before taking the class. Great teaching style and very relaxed and easy to talk to. Take it.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: NES101
• 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:

Shalom is a great professor - he's incredibly helpful and knows how to structure a language class. Most people come into the class knowing how to read and write, but people without any background still do very well. (And if you take 2 hours to learn the alphabet before the semester starts, you'll be well on your way.)