Joseph Roach - Middlesex County College, Edison, NJ

Professor: Joseph Roach

Department: English

College: Middlesex County College, Edison, NJ

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: ENG010
• 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:

SO I was early to class, dropped my books off nd went to use the bathroom so I was literally 30 seconds after the time ... he asked me to leave bt we had a test that day so I refused to leave without taking the test because he said I won't be able to take this test again no matter what and then he called the campus police on me WORST PROFF EVER!!!

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: ENG121
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He's really not that bad once the class goes on. He specifically likes you to write a certain way and if you don't you will fail. When I took the time to write down the things he doesn't like in an essay I started to improve my grade and soon enough since I did this I was the only one getting As in the entire class. Pay attention & you'll be fine.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: RDG011
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Hes a very tough teacher and he doesnt take anyones crap but hes also very inspirational and funny. Once you get used to his methods his class becomes very easy and chill.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: ENG121
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Very well spoken professor and very well educated had a lot of good stories about New York City in the 80s and I can listen to him for hours. All he asked from you is that you be to his class on time and attended it every single time that's all he was not a hard professor at all.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: RDG011
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Hes interesting and intelligent. Just do your homework, show up and talk in class youll be fine

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: ENG122
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I took him over the summer. On the first day, he intimidated so much of what was a full class, over 2/3 of the class dropped his course. He failed me on my first paper, because it didn't live up to his standards, then told me I couldn't write/needed to work harder. It's because of him I can write long, well-written, research papers in one sitting.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: ENG122
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Roach is a very interesting prof. On the first day of class, you will think its a mistake and you need to drop. However, if you stick around, in the following days he opens up and talks to you. Very informative and knowledgeable about countless things. Very strict about MLA format . He gives 15 min breaks for long classes. Can be a very relaxed guy.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: ENG122
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Took him for a four week summer course. Failed the first paper, and he told me I didn't have good writing. He pushed me to improve, and it helps that he grades based on improvement. He seems really tough at first. About a third of the students dropped his class after the first day. Do the reading, write clearly, FOLLOW MLA FORMAT, and you'll pass.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: ENG121
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He may seem difficult in the first class but give him a chance he's really nice he tells you upfront u will fail the 1st paper it's just 4 him 2 c where u r as a writer n then he critiques and tells u where u need to improve. Ask questions he is always willing to help started with an F ended with an A.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: RDG011
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He is the worst professor I ever had in my life, the way he treats students is horrible. Not only did he threaten to fail someone for using pencil he also changes the instructions of the night befores homework to something completely different that no one did because he's mad we caught him in a lie

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: END121
• Grade Received: C
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

One of the worst teachers in my life. I have a scholarship & was pretty much a straight A student until I took him freshman year. Don't take him unless you are an English major.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: RDG011
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Roach is very nice once you get to know him. He was tough at the very first class and I felt intimidated, but I learned that his tough behavior is intended to prep students for a harsh reality. Just do the work, study for those vocabulary tests, an you'll pass. His lectures are engaging and makes class interesting. I highly recommend him.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: ENGLISH121
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

AVOID THIS CLASS AT ALL COSTS !!!!! worst teacher at mcc. He is so rude to everyone. No phones allowed and you can't talk at all unless he allows you to and will kick you our of class, also you cant go to the bathroom. His rules are ridiculous like we are back in middle school. Do your self the favor and find another teacher.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: ENG121
• Grade Received: F
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Professor Roach is a really tough grader and if you are a minute late to class and the doors are closed you would not let you in .

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: ENG121
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Had my first class today so I wouldn't say this is the most accurate review but I can say will have to work for your grade, don't say "yeah" in his class , made a sterotype comment towards Hispanics not sure what that had to do with the lecture, be prepared , don't be late , don't be absent unless dead, I feel like I'm in highschool with his rules

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: RDG011
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Doctor Roach is not a bad teacher, he treats u w/ respect as long as u do the same. The assignments are pretty easy to the point you u do 5 chapters ahead and wouldn't have to worry. Tests are pretty easy as long as u study a little bit for it. Just be sure to come to class ON TIME (he won't let u in if you are late) & make sure to pee before class

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: END121
• Grade Received: F
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

I found myself laughing at him because I couldn't take him serious. All he talks about is slavery and he was very rude to students, said unbelievable comments you should deffinitly not say to anyone . but overall horrible professor&if your not a professional at writing, don't even dare to take

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: 121
• Grade Received: F
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

I WARN EVERYONE TO NOT TAKE THIS GUY EVER ! He should be fired , never met someone so self centered . He fails every paper expects u2 write like you're a professional . He is way to fem to be taken seriously . His leather pants makes it uncomfortable to listen to him lecture . He Wears a purse 247 . Like seriously , you expect to be taken seriou

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: 011
• 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:

Old school to the extreme. He's stuck in the 50's. Will not let you throw trash away. Violates protocol.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: RDG011
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He came off very mean at first but once the semester went on, it was honestly not all that bad. he is very strict though. Test every class but they were not hard at all as long as you do the homework and take time to study. DO YOUR HOMEWORK OR YOU WONT PASS!!! he is just like any other professor I had, don't get on his bad side and you will be fine