Karin Gargone - Ocean County College

Professor: Karin Gargone

Department: TBD

College: Ocean County College

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: MUSC190
• Grade Received: C+
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Absolutely horrible. Who would of thought a music appreciation class would be so ridiculously difficult. It you thought like me that you would you take a class to fulfill a humanities requirement that looks easy THINK AGAIN. Every other week there is a test or quiz and trust me its not easy. Save yourself! Take something else.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: MU151
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Dont take this class nor the professor!!! I think this is the worst professor/teacher I have ever had. She talks down to her students like they are 5, doesnt explain things well, and just an overall boring class. Save your time and money, dont take this class!

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: MSC190
• Grade Received: D+
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Don't take this class nor this professor EVER! You've been warned! I took this course because financial aid dropped my courses the day that Spring Semester started, and the advisor said it wasn't difficult. Boy oh boy did she lie! This was the hardest class I've ever taken in my life! The professor is wicked and hard as well! Choose something else.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: MUSC190
• Grade Received: C-
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I cant stand her! She makes you attend concerts and than write a paper on them. Some are free some are not. I had to pay 60 dollars to get into a concert just for me to get a 70 on the essay. She is a tough grader and quiz's are SUPER hard. Get ready to memorize the book and listen to music for hours and hours. Very rude teacher.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: MUSIC101
• 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:

IGNORE ANY POSITIVE REVIEWS. Professor Gargone is hands down the worst professor I have ever had. I wouldn't wish this class upon my worst enemy. I used to wish I'd fall down the stairs on my way to her class and be hospitalized instead. She is condescending, grades very hard, and does not care about her students well-being. DO NOT TAKE HER CLASS.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: MUSC194
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Although she talks sweetly and softly, shes very condescending and will get upset and confront you about little things, like going to the bathroom too much. As a music major, shes the main reasons that im transferring after just one year and not two. Her classes are boring and her tests difficult, she expects you to know everything in the book.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: MUSC194
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

I'm a music major and she makes me want to not be a musician anymore. She is excruciatingly boring and her tests, for an INTRODUCTORY course, are extremely difficult. Would not recommend taking any of her courses and if you're a music major, she is the only music professor at OCC so you're better off just going to another school. She's that bad.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: MUS190
• Grade Received: C+
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

If youre thinking about taking this class as an elective or a filler, DONT. In order to actually want to go to this class you have to care about music. She expected ALOT from her students like remembering songs, composers, time periods, genres, and what songs out of a 100 sound like. A Very hard class that you need to study each night for.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: MSC190
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Professor Gargone was a very helpful professor. She went above and beyond to help her students learn the fundamentals of music theory. The book and listening guide are imperative, it is used for homework which is assigned every class. Although, her class was a bit challenging she was a very kind, peaceful, patient lady who is very passionate

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: MUSC181
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

She is very into music. If you are interested in learning more about music, Gargone is a great teacher to take. Classes usually go longer than the period though. She usually assigns a lot of homework. Dont be afraid to get a wrong answer though, making mistakes is part of the class. I plan on taking her classes as long as Im here.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: MUSC190
• 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 Gargone has a passion for music. She takes her class very seriously and expects the same from her students. Not an easy A by any means - this course requires some serious effort. Luckily, Professor Gargone is phenomenal, and she truly wants each of her students to succeed.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: MSC190
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Gargones class was the HARDEST class Ive ever taken. She is super passionate about music and really knows what shes teaching you, but she expects the same passion from you. Be prepared to listen to HOURS of music at home, dont miss class, and endure boring lectures. I really respect her as a teacher because she is so passionate, but shes tough.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: MUS190
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Not an easy A. Gargone is passionate about her class but expects a lot from her students. Clear expectations and always willing to help.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: MUS190
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I thought this class would be easy, but it's definitely not. The book with the CD is highly recommended, she expects everyone to know every song. She gives out a lot of handouts to help you throughout the semester which is a big help. Her lectures were boring & long! You have to go to 2 classical concerts in the semester! Test are easy if you study

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: MUSC190
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

This class won't be an easy A unless you put some effort in! She gives lots of notes and hand outs to understand the material and study guides of exactly what is on her tests. She consistently updates grades and answers right away on canvas. Overall enjoyed the class even if I had to put a little work in for my grade

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: MUSC191
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Just don't even bother taking any class with her. Also doesn't give you the final grade you earned according to the online grade book. I am not the only one with this issue.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: MSC190
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Professor Gargone is a wonderful music professor whose passion for music is out of this world. Her class is little tough, with 2 required live concert reports. This is NOT a class just to get some credits; if you have an interest for centuries of classical music, then this class is for you. I learned a lot and was impressed by the information.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: MUSC190
• Grade Received: C
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

I enjoy that she is very passionate about what she is teaching, but she expects you to be an expert as well. Don't be late to class, not even 5 minutes.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: MUS190
• Grade Received: D
• Overall Rating: 1.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Professor Garone was hands down the most difficult professor I have ever had. You absolutely need the book and the listening guide. She is very passionate about her love for music and that's great and all but she does not leave any kind of time to help you. There is no room to miss a class either. If I could do it again I wouldn't take the class.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: MUSC190
• 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:

Wonderful Professor!!