William Doyle - El Camino College, Torrance, CA

Professor: William Doyle

Department: Music

College: El Camino College, Torrance, CA

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: 112H
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Interesting lectures but tests are hard. The study guide does not help.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: MUSIC117
• 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:

Professor Doyle is really caring and has tons of knowledge, I would definitely recommend this to any Beatles or Music fan. Pay attention during the lectures, take notes, study hard and you'll be good.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: MUSIC117
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

The only reason Im upset with this class is because it ended. He is one of the best professors Ive had, very inspiring. Youre graded on 5 quizzes 25 questions each. Theres also an easy weekly journal entry, and a paper. If you pay attention and go over the ppt notes before each exam, turn in paper and journal, youll pass with an A+. LOVED IT!

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: MUSIC117
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

I took this class for an easy A since all of my others classes were either honors or really difficult, however, I made a poor choice. This is a great class if you love the Beatles, and the professor is nice, but it's extremely difficult. Your entire grade is pretty much based on 5 quizes. I studied about 8 hours per quiz and my average was a B-.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: 112HONORS
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Doyle is a great teacher! It's definitely not an easy class though- you have to listen to several songs & will be tested on them as well as general knowledge from lectures (test questions are pretty tough- read the Travelogue/book & take notes!!) If you come to class prepared, you'll have a better experience! :)

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: 112HONORS
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

way too hard. takes himself too seriously. He puts random trivia questions on the test he does not even teach. You have to memorize about 100 songs and know how to spell them correctly for the test. Some of the song titles have exotic names that are impossible to spell. No extra credit. Worked so hard to get a B and i am an A student

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: MUS111
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Took him during the summer online for music 111. Had to do 7 discussions, one concert review and two tests (final and midterm). Doesn't seem like a lot, but the grades mostly come from the midterm and final. Tests get difficult because it is so detailed based on the book like he expects you to read every little detail in the textbook.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: 112HONORS
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Maybe his regular classes are ok, but do not take his 112H class. For the exams you have to memorize about 80 songs and their origin most of which are just noises with no lyrics. Literally one or two out of the ten songs he played had lyrics. Also there was only question from the pre lecture discussions on the test.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: 112HONORS
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

His lectures are amazing, but it is impossible to get an A in his class. He took all extra credit away and nothing from his study guide was on the test. He likes to act helpful and nice, but when it comes to exam day you realize he doesn't help at all. He also is not clear about what he wants on papers. His word choice on the prompt is misleading.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: 112HONORS
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Literally the toughest grader. He said it in class that he rarely if ever gives students A's on the paper which is about 30% percent of our grade. He gives out a "study guide" for the exams, but it should be everything you don't have to study. Only 2 questions from the guide were on the exam. His lectures are amazing, but not worth it.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: MUSIC117
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Awesome professor! I enjoyed learning about the Beatles!

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: MUSI111
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

His lectures were amazing! He always shows videos and music pieces in class so we could really understand the information he presents. You need to do 3 concert reviews, 3 in-class worksheets, and there's 4 tests in total! Be sure to study the book for your tests! If you're lucky, he might give you extra credit! I recommend that you take him!!

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: MUS111
• 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:

Very nice teacher, very easy class to follow. 3 concert reviews, one midterm, one final, weekly forum assignments. No EC. Just do all the work and you could easily end up with an A.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: MUSIC111
• 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:

Highly recommend to take this class in-person (because he is a great professor), but online is just as good. He clearly states what to do/ what is needed to earn full credit. You do have to read the book, grasp the concepts, listen to the music, and be able to analyze it. But the forums, music, and reading are entertaining and engaging.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: 112HONORS
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

You learn a lot about the different cultures from places Dr. Doyle has visited. Almost all of his lectures are based off of his travels. He has a great personality and his lectures are inspirational. However, his tests are RIDICULOUS. They are incredibly hard and random. You have to take copious notes from his lectures and then study his guides.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: MUSIC117
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Great teacher. Really great lectures. He is a hilarious teacher who loves what he does. This is reflected on his passion for teaching. Wish his class had more assignments so that 2/3rd of grade wasnt based on 4 quizzes. Overall, a great teacher and person.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: MUSIC111
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

The best Professor I ever Had! Take his class

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: MUSIC111
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Although I did pass the class with an A, I totally struggled. His class has weekly assignments, and other than that, there were only 2 exams we had to take. The first one took me 3 hours, and I got a B (80%) on it. A tip for those taking the course online is to focus on all of the details, and even highlight then as you are reading your book.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: 112HONORS
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Doyle is passionate about music/travel & it shows. His lectures are never boring. He is discussion heavy and really wants you to understand the music. We heard a lot of great music in this class. This is not an "easy A" course at all! Tests are challenging and require understanding the discussions as well as the music, but you will have fun.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: MUSIC111
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Amazing Professor. He explains everything clearly. He is sarcastic and a character. Doyle brings the lecture to life. Attendance is mandatory. If you missed three day of class without notice, he will drop you from the course. There are three concert reviews to attend and four exams to take. NO MIDTERM & FINAL. Ask questions to clarify.