John Bradley - Northern Illinois University

Professor: John Bradley

Department: TBD

College: Northern Illinois University

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: ENGL204H
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Hes a very nice guy who is very easily approachable if you have any questions or need any help. There were pop quizzes every so often, but he graded them fairly leniently (just make sure you do the readings). There were quite a few extra credit opportunity so as long as you show up to class and do the work, you should have no problem getting an A.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: ENGL204H
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

super helpful and super nice!! grading criteria is always clear and he tells each student how to improve their writing.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: 204H
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

I think he means well, but his class was bad. He often says things in class about current issues and then continues on and doesn't engage in discourse about such topics. The class is overall easy, but there are small papers that are not on the syllabus that pop up. His teaching style and personality did not rub with the right way with me.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: ENGL204
• 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. Bradley is an amazing teacher. His grading criteria was clear and consistent for each assignment. There are three major writing assignments that you will spend majority of the class preparing for and he gives several chances for improvements and revisions. Always willing to help and accept late work . Very friendly and I also learned a lot.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: ENGL204H
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Mr. Bradley was THE BEST. English is my strongest subject, so if you're truly a strong writer, this class will be a breeze. If not, be prepared to work for it. The week before a major paper is due, there is no class, and you meet with him to go over a draft of your paper instead. He gives amazing feedback to help you improve. Really a great prof.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: ENGL204
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Mr. Bradley is a super nice guy. His class is well-organized and the material is not too bad to get through. He's pretty picky when it comes to grading, making it difficult to get an A on a paper. Also, he doesn't put anything into blackboard so you never now how you're doing.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: ENGL103
• 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:

Bradley is awesome. He teaches English 103. There are two to four papers for the semester. He tells you exactly how he wants it and gives you examples for every single part of the paper. There is no reason not to pass. It's really easy he's laid back and an easy grader. Be sure to do the readings they are all very simple no longer than 5 pages

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: ENGL204H
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Mr. Bradley brings up such interesting topics. He really focuses on a specific path each class. He always has students revise each others papers before handing them in, gives some extra credit opportunity, gives official revision opportunity, and is very available. His conferences are the best!

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: ENGL103
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Mr. Bradley cared if you did well. Yes, he is a tough grader and all but his tough grading and specific feedback really help you improve as a writer. Also, books were cheap so that's a plus.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: ENGL204HONORS
• 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 loved being in class because he was very energetic and it is clear he loves what he is teaching. While he likes to call on people randomly, he isn't mean if you don't know what to say. He is very friendly. If you are struggling and go to his office hours he will help. Overall you have three essays and an oral report. It is not very challenging.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: ENGL105HONORS
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

What I loved most about Mr. Bradley is that he has a process of three drafts per paper, with great feedback on each. He really helps you to write well and express your ideas. He is my reason for becoming an English major. I still meet with him outside of class just to talk sometimes. Very caring and genuinely wants to help students.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: ENGL105
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Content-wise, I think Prof. Bradley does a good job covering the things in the book, which is a dense WWI "intimate history" that often got boring. However, being in his class was grueling because he calls on people without giving anyone a chance to raise their hand, and whenever I answered a question he'd always shoot my ideas down.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: ENGL105
• 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:

I loved this class! Mr. Bradley made you work for the grade you got, but he provided great feedback for essays. There were only four major assignments, but they were easy to pass if you paid attention to his comments and corrections. I would take his class again if I could.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: ENGL103P
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He grades unrealistically hard. If you show him that you can work hard and that you care about the class, he will recognize that and take it into consideration when giving you a grade for his course.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: ENGL105HONORS
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Amazing. I recommend him to all. You write mini essays before the final drafts, which is super helpful because you get a lot of feedback on everything, before turning in the full essay for the final grade. It also makes the essays way easier to write and much less of an overwhelming burden. Very helpful + nice. He makes class interesting.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: 105
• 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:

Professor Bradley is fantastic. He's not any easy A but he pushes you to to do your best. His class has a very conversational quality so don't go and expect not to participate. All in all, I would take another class with him in a heartbeat.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: ENGL103
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Honestly I didn't like him ver much and he made my first semester terrible but he pushed me and I did very surprisingly end up with and A . I worked hard did every extra credit assignment and always went into his office hours.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: ENG105HONORS
• 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:

Prof Bradley was an incredible teacher. He was helpful, usually clear with his assignments, and gave you advice on your papers. this is one class I loved going to this semester.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: ENG105HONORS
• 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: Mandatory

Comment:

Took his honors section. It's a difficult class if you miss all the time. You HAVE to read what he assigns, and pay attention to vocabulary. I did poorly on my quizzes but I kicked the papers' butts, which are what the grade is. Plus, he looks like Doc from Back to the Future, which makes it an enjoyable class. Take it!

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: ENGL105H
• 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:

Bradley is an awesome prof! The class (105 honors at least) had a conversational quality to it. We had three major essays to write (no longer than 6 pages) during the semester, with a few rough drafts and quizzes in between. I like that he makes us think critically, and his distinctive laugh reminds me how personable he is. Not a tough class, too.