Jim Sahlman - Modesto Junior College

Professor: Jim Sahlman

Department: TBD

College: Modesto Junior College

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: COMM100
• 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:

Really laid back! Assignments arent hard at all, and is very stiff on when things need to be turned in. He gives plenty of time to do assignments so dont worry and dont procrastinate. Overall very nice teacher, anytime he lectures write down everything because you have weekly or semi weekly quizzes. Anyways I would recommend him!

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: COMM100
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

i am terrified of public speaking but this class was the most amazing class i've had! the environment we had within the class was fun and everyone was there to support each other . the lectures given were very entertaining . at first class seems intimidating but the class is very fun and lively. would definitely take again!!

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: COMM100
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Took his 5 week class over the summer. It's fast paced, so there's no time for slacking. About 3-4 quizzes, an outline and speech each week. Take extensive notes because quizzes are based on his lecture and the book. He's an easy grader when it came to the speeches. Just do not procrastinate! Get your work done early! Overall, great prof.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: COMM100
• 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:

Phenomenal professor and super funny. He makes everyone laugh and I enjoyed taking his class.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: COMM100
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

So glad I took his class! He gives great feedback on speeches. Quizzes are based on lecture AND chapter reading. If you do not read you will not do well on the quizzes. No homework besides three outlines for our speeches and one formal critique. You can easily get an A, you just have to put the work in it.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: COMM100
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

If you put in the work you will pass.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: COMM100
• Grade Received: WD
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Took his summer class which was pretty hard, 1 speech per week(5 total), 3+ quizzes a week, daily lectures and impromptu class speeches. He makes it very clear of his expectations and is a very tough grader. His lectures are funny and entertaining but due to his high expectations I would not take him again!

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: COMM100
• 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:

He was a great teacher, is very nice and friendly. His class helped me overcome my fear of public speaking.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: COMM103
• 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:

Really nice professor. We had one giant paper we worked bit by bit every week and a 1000 word paper due every week. A lot of work but it is worth it if you are genuinely interested in communication. He's pretty lax grader , makes bad but funny jokes and is big on participation. I accidentally turned in the wrong final, but he let me return it in!

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: COMM100
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

I took this class during a summer semester and despite that it started at 8 I thoroughly enjoyed this class everyday. I am a pretty extroverted person so this class was not out of my comfort zone, however some students were more shy and he tried his best to reach them. Online quiz on every chapter.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: COMM100
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Easy A as long as you show up to class take notes. quizzez are based off lectures and the readings. speeches are mandatory to pass the class. i was scared of doing speeches and wanted to drop but it wasnt so bad once the first speech is over. He can be funny at times and tells you from the first day of class what is expectedof you to succeed

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: MCOMM100
• 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:

He is a great teacher in my opinion. He is witty and tries to make it fun. He is strict from the start because he wants students who care to do the work in his class. Virtually no homework except the speeches and studying for the quizzes. Read all the chapters, the book is really easy to understand. Miss more than 2 days & you get dropped.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: COMM100
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Jim is a wonderful teacher, his lectures are entertaining and the speeches are simple and easy to get an A.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: COMM100
• 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:

Sahlman was my public speaking teacher and he is awesome! He makes the class so much fun and you actually want to go rather than ditch. He's really funny and entertaining but gets the point across at the same time. Take his class!!

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: COMM100
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Mr. Sahlman is hilarious. I loved his class, and he is nice and willing to help if you ask to. His lectures were always funny. Not a tough grader, however he has some strict rules.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: 5321
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Seemed very arrogant. No accommodation, no care for students' lives outside of class. He often showed up late. His directions are spelled out very clearly. Serious grader with little extra credit opportunities. Likes to laugh at himself. He is friendly and he helps somewhat, but I don't care to take any more of his classes.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: COMM100
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Sahlman is an amazing teacher! I hate speaking infront of others but Dr. Sahlman makes you feel more comfortable and sometimes the speeches are histarical its hard to get nervous! His quizzes are a bit bothersome but the grading uis with any question you ask. Better to ask questions in person than through email. He is a very busy man. One of the smartest professors at Modesto Junior College.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: COMM107
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I found him to be incredibly arrogant and pushy in the way he teaches. His method is his way or no way, with no room to accommodate different learning styles. I think he prefers the sound of his own voice best. Looks for laughs, not comprehension.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: COMM100
• 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:

I took Public Speaking over the summer and absolutely loved it. I look forward to class. I am by no means a morning person but Sahlman makes the class very fun, high energy, and enjoyable. Show up to class, do the assignments and you will receive a good grade. Easy class. Very fun!

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: SPEECHCOMM100
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Overall the class was fun, but as far as text reading and quizzes, he would quiz on things he did not teach. I was never sure what the assigned readings were and what the quizzes would be on. I did well on the speeches, but did poorly on all quizzes. He is not very helpful, and I don't believe I recieved full credit for extra credit judging I did