John Payne - Cypress College

Professor: John Payne

Department: TBD

College: Cypress College

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: ENGL102
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Professor Payne is the BEST. 2 terms quizzes (just definitions), 2 essays (he lets you revise one for a better grade), 2 journal entries. Read short stories, poems, and plays in class but never picks on anyone to read. He always explains things very well and makes sure his class gets it. Hes super understanding. You can easily get a good grade!

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: ENG100
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Professor Payne is amazing. He is the best English teacher I have ever met. He really cares about his students and wants them to learn. He lets you revise one essay.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: ENG105
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

I would take his class again. He is a very cool and caring professor. You have to read your poems and short stories in a circle with the class but in total it is about 6 times. You need to buy/rent 2 books to do some easy exercises from them. You turn 1 in halfway through the semester and the other packet on the final day. Overall stress free.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: ENG60
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Professor Payne is one of the best English Professors I have ever had the pleasure of meeting. Do the work and you will pass.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: ENG60
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Very easy class. Let's you make up your lowest essay, and the final was open book. He attempts to engage the entire class during discussions, so participation matters! Very approachable and clear on what he expects. Textbook wasn't used so that was a waste.. nonetheless I'll be taking him again next semester for english 100 (:

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: ENG105
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Love Professor Payne! Definitely one of my favorite English professors by far. Lots of writing, but what do you expect? It's a creative writing class. If you love writing, then you should feel right in your element. Highly recommend Professor Payne. He's very nice, approachable, and really has a great, meaningful way of teaching. Love this class!

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: ENG60
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

He lets you redo some papers for a better grade. Great lecturers!

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: ENG60
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Professor Payne is awesome. 5 essays for the entire semester. Journal entires are done maybe once every 1-2 weeks (half a page). He also gives prompts well in advanced so you're prepared. Besides that, not much work. He's a great guy and very friendly. He encourages group work in class but if you want to work alone thats fine too. TAKE HIS CLASS

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: ENG105
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Payne is a great Creative Writing teacher. The course catalog makes it sound like it will be nonstop work, but it was really easy. Total of 6 easy assignments, with more than enough time to do them. I hate English classes, but this class was an easy A, and kind of fun, too. No quizzes, tests, or final! If you are looking for extra units, take this!

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: ENG60
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Professor Payne is sooo chill! His class is very easy does not give 1 quiz or test but essays which are a piece of cake. I HIGHLY recommend taking his class you won't regret it!!

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: ENGL60
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Professor Payne was a really cool English teacher. Usually I hate English classes, but Professor Payne made it awesome. He is probably the most chill and cool teacher I have ever had. Plus, he did not give one quiz or test the entire semester. There are 5 papers, but he gives the prompts well in advance.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: ENG60
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

really enjoyed his english 60 class. His classroom environment is very laid back. We wrote 5 essays, one was timed, and another essay was the in class final. He gives prompts before hand. Not much of a tough grader, and even if your essay is bad he'll still give you a good grade, but add his commentary, and allow for revision. HIGHLY RECOMMEND HIM

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: ENG104
• 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:

Professor Payne is a great teacher! He gives great feedback on essays and tells you what you can improve on. Overall the class is based on assigned readings, about 3 essays, and a final. Professor Payne is very passionate about what he teaches, and will clarify things if you do not understand. He is accessible, funny, and very easy on the eyes.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: ENG104
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Love this teacher! he's handsome and lectures make you think, got to watch a couple of films and topics were very interesting, I believe there's 3-4 essays, he's a genuinely sweet and caring guy! and his dad jokes and puns are the best! it tickles me to see how much it tickled him haha, I highly recommend him!

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: ENG104
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Great teacher! I thought his class was on the easier side but I still feel like I learned so much. He's very fair when it comes to grading and does all he can to help you succeed - if you want to, you will. Book is necessary but he has you get an older edition (brand new, my book was maybe $5). Also, his corny nerd jokes are the best.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: ENG100
• 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:

Professor payne is amazing! He's really nice! His class is super easy! You would usually have 5 essays including mid term and final! Take him if you want an easy A!

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: ENGL102
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

INTELLIGENT, VERY NICE AND HANDSOME PROF. CLEAR GRADING. 2 ESSAYS, ONE FINAL ESSAY, 2 TERM QUIZZES. ASSIGNS READING ASSIGNMENTS FOR IN CLASS DISCUSSION, BUT DOES NOT PICK ON YOU TO TALK ABOUT IT. READS POEMS, SHORT STORIES AND PLAYS IN CLASS. SHOWS PLAYS ON VIDEO. ASSIGN JOURNAL WRITING, EASY GRADER. LOVE HIS PERSONALITY. HAS OFFICE HOURS.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: ENG60
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Professor Payne is such a nice guy and such a great professor. He wants to make sure he knows you and you know him. He loves talking and loves to see his students improve. Definitely recommend him for any English class!

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: ENGL100
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Prof. Payne is really great. He is very easy to get along with, gives great feedback on essays, and is willing to help out with ideas for assignments. It's quite a bit of reading but you have to read or else you'll be lost for the most part. Highly recommend!

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: ENGL105
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

One of the best instructors I've had in my academic career. Professor Payne is truly a gem. You won't encounter these types of teachers much in your lifetime. Take advantage of this opportunity and TAKE HIM! He's very clear & concise, encouraging, personable, and helpful. Participate in class. Just take him & you won't regret.