John Simone - Fashion Institute of Technology

Professor: John Simone

Department: Journalism

College: Fashion Institute of Technology

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: AC141AC171
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I actually really like Prof. Simone. I had him for both journalism and mass comm this semester and he was really nice and funny. He teaches you a lot about current events too which was cool. If you're a good writer and you do your work you'll get a good grade. Make sure you read the book because there are pop quizzes from time to time!!

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: AC141
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Learned most of the material on my own from the textbook since he does not use slides. He often left insulting remarks on people's papers & spoke down to the class. His directions are never clear & no matter how many times we told him the reading schedule was inaccurate, he did not listen. Very harsh grader & we had a tedious assignment every week.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: AC111
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

BIG NO. I took his online class and was disappointed. In the beginning I liked his video lectures but in the end he showed his real face. The test was not accurate and marked right answers like wrong which gave me a lower grade. Seems like he does not read emails carefully and after blame you for it. I recommend to stay away from him

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: AC111
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I had Prof Simone for AC 111 and AC 171. I really enjoyed both classes. He is very lecture heavy, but makes it enjoyable. I thought the assignments were fun to do. He does give pop quizzes, so make sure to read. As long as you do your work and participate, you'll be fine. He's very nice and will answer any question.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: AC321
• Grade Received: B-
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I TRULY despise PR because of this man. The quizzes were easy you just have to read. However his personality and way of teaching is uncomfortable to be around. If the class doesn't understand something he will get frustrated and say "Its Simple how are you guys not understanding this! * condescending chuckle*. some assignments aren't clear

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: AC321
• 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:

He didn't create an effective learning environment. He got frustrated & nasty when we didn't understand something & seemed annoyed when he had to explain something that we "should've learned already" There is definitely such thing as a dumb question w him bc something he'll laugh at students or raise his voice. I dislike PR very strongly bc of him.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: AC171
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Rude, condescending, easily confused. I wouldn't take him. He also assigns a massive paper at the end of the semester you will never get back or find out the grade for or have any feedback on...

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: AC141
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Sorry guys! I made the comment on 12-12-18 saying he's a great professor but gave him a bad rating. Meant to give him a 4/5. Take him for AC 141 he's easy.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: AC141
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

This class wasn't too difficult. He gave 3 "pop" quizzes but always told us the week before to study. Midterm and final were easy. Tells you whats on it. 8-10 page paper at the end of the semester, and some hw assignments. He's an easy grader. Lecture is VERY boring & he does get mixed up with his classes. He's easy & passionate about his job.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: AC111
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Professor Simone clearly knows what he is talking about. He is kind, funny, and trys to make class interesting. Not a tough grader either, but will sometimes give you a pop quiz on the assigned chapter reading. I learned a lot from him!

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: AC221
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Prof. Simone is the best professor Ive ever had at FIT. He is always there for his students, encouragers their best work, and inspires them to reach all of their goals. If you have the opportunity to take any of his courses- do it!

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: AC141
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Prof. Simone is very willing to help students to learn. If you're struggling, make an appointment and you will learn a lot more! Fun assignments and I actually like journalism more now that I've taken it.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: AC111
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

WhAt a guY!! He's so passionate about the course and really wants you to engage in the lecture so make sure you read the chapter the week before because if he sees the class slacking he does give pop quizzes. Besides that it just midterm, two small (but fun) assignments, final , and final project.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: AC111
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Professor Simone was really passionate about Advertising and was very knowledgable. The midterm, final, and final project were easy and the course content was pretty self explanatory. DO buy the textbook and DO read because there are lots of quizzes. Overall though a good class and a good professor and i'd take him again

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: AC242
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Prof Simone is a well-rounded journalist, however his teaching style doesn't match up with me. He is vague with grading criteria, the syllabus doesn't have corresponding dates on it, and he hasn't been in the field of journalism for a hot minute so his opinions are outdated. If you love fashion I would recommend this class.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: AC171
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Professor Simone is really fond of the sound of his own voice- but he's very knowledgeable about everything and anything that has to do with not only communication but politics, pop culture, and history. He's lectures get long and he springs a lot of pop quizzes on you, but he prepares you well for tests.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: AC111
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

This class was really easy. The information is pretty easy if you read, even if you don't its common sense. He is a good professor. Lectures can get boring, so boring your laptops. I definitely recommend and would take again.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: AC141
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

At first I was a bit intimidated by the assignments he had us do, but I ended up learning a lot about journalism. He made me step out of my comfort zone for papers and helped me with my writing. He's really old school and you can tell he has a passion for journalism. The midterm and final were EASY. He writes them himself.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: AC111
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Professor Simone is such a great guy! He's funny, respected, and definitely knows his stuff. His experience in the industry gives him great material for lectures. Read the textbook! There will be pop quizzes if he suspects you're not reading. All the info you need for tests are in his lectures so notes are also important. Assignments were fun!

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: AC111
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Professor Simone is someone who makes you work for your grade. He is honest, and has a lot of experience. I think he's worth taking if you're actually here to learn. Although he gives pop quizzes, they're just 10Q's that are self explanatory. He has an extra credit assignment at the end.