Mark Bruner - University of Alaska Anchorage, Anchorage, AK

Professor: Mark Bruner

Department: Communication

College: University of Alaska Anchorage, Anchorage, AK

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: COMM235
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I took Bruner's small group communications class and had an amazing time. His lectures were interesting and relevant and kept the whole class engaged. We did lots of fun group activities, sometimes in class and sometimes around the campus. Participation was not mandatory, except on test days, but was still high because the class was so fun.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: COMM240
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Bruner is among the best professors at UAA. He's one of the funniest people I have ever met!! Comm is mandatory for GERs so I suggest you take one of his classes. He is a reasonable grader on group presentations. I am usually an A student and I definitely had to work for my A in this class by taking notes and studying for his 2 exams.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: COMM235
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Prof. Bruner is definitely someone who makes learning easy and entertaining. He's very lax and is clear about what he wants out of his students. It's an easy A if you invest your attention during class. No textbooks, just pure lecture and conversation. He's great.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: COM111
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Bruner is an amazing professor, you will not want to miss his class! Every class is hilarious and fun. My advice is take very good notes and also make sure you DATE your notes! Bruner's class is so fun, but you have to remember to take notes and be serious about retaining the lecture information. Group projects are easy, midterm is more difficult

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: COMM235
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

hes amazing at lecture using lots of real life experiences. He does have weekly hw based upon activities done in class thats due at the final. Typical day is lecture then activity then some group time. 3 group projects however every group member shares the same grade. 1 midterm w/ 25 qs , multiple choice just need to study notes & a final.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: COMM235
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

By far my favorite teacher of my university career. Don't drink vanilla lattes or he will be merciless towards you. Loves to incorporate personal experience into his class. Prepare ahead of time for the group projects, he can tell if you threw it together last minute and he hates it. Highly recommend Bruner

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: COMMA235
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

He's a great story teller! I laughed until I was crying. He teaches effectively; he breaks his lectures down and gives examples. There were only 3 group presentations. A problem you might encounter is having people in your group who don't participate much or pull their weight; the group grade is what each student gets. Definitely take this class.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: COMM235
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Lectures were engaging and entertaining. // Assigns lecture-reflection homework for almost every class. // Textbook is optional but recommends if you want to reinforce the material. // Group projects were interesting and engaging (about 3-4 in total). // Final was a group project + essay reflection of class. // Overall, fun and interesting class!

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: COMMA111
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

His lectures were engaging and entertaining. Bruner assigns lecture-reflection homework for almost every class. The textbook is optional but recommends if you want to reinforce the material. Group projects - interesting and engaging too (about 3-4 in total). Final - group project + reflection of class. Overall, fun and interesting class!

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: COMMA235
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

A funny professor. You won't be bored in his class. The class consist of four group projects and ten reflection assignments. Don't procrastinate on the reflection assignments!

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: COMM235
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Probably one of the best classes I've taken this semester by far . Hes a laid back grader and easy to pass class . His lecture are great. I would definitely recommend taking this class.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: COMMA235
• 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:

Bruner is an amazing professor. This class was easy if you pay attention to lectures and come to class. He's hilarious and always willing to work with students, I would definitely take a class with him again.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: COMMA235
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Bruner was an amazing teacher. He told us that we wouldn't need a book for his class because all the knowledge will be given in class and incorporated with projects and activities. There are ten activities that are done in class that you have to write about, some group projects, and 2 tests. He is a great lecturer & a fantastic teachers.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: COMMA235
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Bruner is a hilarious teacher. He definitely knows how to approach topics in a fun and engaging way. You will never show up bored. All projects are group projects and there are activities each week that you need to write about, so you wont want to miss class if possible. Definitely a great class.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: COMM235
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

What a fantastic class. He incorporated his lectures with group projects and learning through doing rather than simply reading a textbook. I enjoyed his class and highly I recommend taking it with Mark.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: COMM235
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Mr. Bruner was an awesome teacher. You need to show up to lectures and take notes to be successful on tests. He is a great lecturer and has a lot of experience in communication. Very few assignments. The tests are a huge part of the grade so you have to show up to lectures.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: COMM111
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Bruner is a great professor for all communications courses. It is imperative that you attend his lectures, but they are not boring or difficult to comprehend. Typically consists of a midterm and final that you are well prepared for as well as a couple speeches. He is very accepting of all students regardless of their skill levels.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: COMM111
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Bruner is a must for any Comm class he teaches. He does not require any textbooks, and his midterm and final are written newly based on how the class and him meld together. There are a couple speeches, if you follow his grading rubric you will get a good grade. He is very personable and wants to see you succeed.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: COM111
• 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:

Professor Bruner is an excellent choice for Communications! Funny, engaging lectures are a staple of his course. Definitely want to show up every day and take notes if you want that A. Dont be afraid of his group projects he somehow makes it work even with mediocure group members. Highly reccomended!

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: CRN30828
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

I take small group communications and this class is by far my favorite. You can tell Prof. Bruner is passionate abut his job. I get a lot out of this course and it's applicable in everyday life. You definitely get out of this class what you put in so don't hold back. Hands down, Bruner is one of the best teachers I've ever had.