David Vela - Diablo Valley College

Professor: David Vela

Department: TBD

College: Diablo Valley College

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: ENGL126
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Take his class. Be prepared to work. You will be expected to read and to follow the news. This is great if you actually are interested in Politics and the World. HIs 126 class borders on a Poli Sci class, so if you're a poli sci major, you'll like it. He's also really cool to talk to outside of class. Has great perspectives.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: ENG122
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

He is the one of greatest professor I have even met. He is interested in history, which makes the writing class much fun. We could thinking widely with the history, and the more you read the history books, the more we like to know more then get easier to write our paper. I liked his class lots.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: ENG222
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I wrote the review that mentions his unhealthy obsession with the Irish, and realized I put in the wrong class. It was ENGL 222 not 122. My bad.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: ENG126
• Grade Received: WD
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Be prepared to work for every point in this class. Does not offer constructive feedback and isnt clear on directions.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: ENGL126
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Yes, this class is undoubtedly difficult, but I would 11/10 take his class again. Prof. Vela's lectures are so insightful, and he gets you to critically think about how and why ethnic terrorism exists in our world today. Use his feedback to improve and elongate your essays!!! He's so supportive, and you'll eventually get used to the workload.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: ENG222
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Took this class wanting to learn how to become a better writer. He does not use the standard books to explain the literary elements. His books did not help me at all, that's the only negative thing I have to say. Great teacher in the aspect of motivating his students and inspiring them. Gives you great models to read, focusesonpoetry/shrtstry/drama

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: ENG222
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Great professor. Tends to lecture into literature things that are not relevant to creative writing, but overall this professor is worth it. Wants to see his students succeed. Take him. However, only con I had was that he does not always email you back, so if it is important use office hours if you expect a response

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: ENG122
• 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 Vela strives for his students to be able to write at college level. He is not an easy A (unlike some other ENG 122 classes). There is a lot of reading and a lot of drafting. I encourage you to spend time with him during office hours - IT IS WORTH IT. But overall the class isn't that hard, just takes a lot of time to read and draft.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: ENG222
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I did well in this class, but then I am also a good student always doing the work. Prof. Vela is great. Very articulated and wants his students to pass. Knows his literature. If you need help best to go to office hours rather than email, especially near end of semester otherwise you won't hear back.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: ENGL122
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Probably one of the greatest professors of DVC. He is constantly teaching you new information and real-world issues. I would highly recommend him if you have the time to put in. Very demanding, but with good intentions. There are 3 essays and one final, complexity is everything in this class. Honestly just be mature with him and your fine.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: ENG222
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Professor Vela teaches creative writing by simply saying whatever is going through his mind at the time. Unfortunately no one but him can follow his train of thought. He also gives back papers with lots of squiggles on them and not much else. I do not speak or read squiggle, and therefore did not get much useful feedback from him. He's not great..

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: ENG222
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Took his creative writing, and I have to say, I'm a little disappointed. Not that he is a bad teacher, but I just feel that when I show up, I do not benefit much. But he will call you out/dock your grade if you do not show up. It's kind of a lose-lose, but I did enjoy his feedback. Wouldn't take class with him again, but he was mediocre.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: ENG126
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

He's a nice teacher, and tries to help students the best he can because he wants all of his students to improve their writing. I just wouldn't take his classes again because there's so much reading and his essays must be 7-9 pages long. Definitely not an easy A. Take it if you're interested in Ethnic conflicts and terrorism.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: ENG126
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

AMAZING english professor, TAKE HIM. Expect to read tons, there's three major papers, 7-10 pages each.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: ENG122
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

He is the best English teacher I have ever had. He makes himself available to read your drafts outside of class during office hours. Cares a lot about the student as long as they show effort. He wants you to succeed and enjoy his class. Highly recommend Professor Vela. You'll learn a lot and improve your writing. I'll miss you Professor Vela!

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: ENG122
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Mr. Vela is an incredible professor! English 122 has been fun and I have learned so much. His class can be tough if you don't give yourself time to read and draft your essays. He is an extraordinarily intelligent person and wants you to succeed if your willing to give this class 100% effort. I look forward to taking 126 with him next semester.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: ENG126
• 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 Vela is the BEST! He genuinely cares about your health and well being--has a heart of gold! If you're looking for an easy A and minimal writing; don't take this class. However, if you really want to improve your writing I HIGHLY encourage his class. You read a lot and draft a lot! The papers are the main chunk of your grade!!

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: ENGL154
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

A teacher who makes you work hard, but gives you ample opportunity for feedback. He is outgoing and the focus in his class is discussion based, but he hands the floor over to the students while he mediates. Participation is important- and make sure you write with clarity for his essays. He encourages students to do their best work.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: ENG122
• 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 Vela is one of the most amazing professors I have ever met. He is passionate about his students and wants them to succeed. I highly recommend seeing him in his office hours for any help. He is really understanding and gives great feedback on all papers. He will expand your mind and your writing skills!

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: ENG154
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Prof. Vela is by far one of the most incredible professors at Diablo Valley College. He is profound and caring, and will do the most he can to get you to reach your potential, both as a student and as a person. He takes several different factors into account while grading, and offers multiple chances for you to study and prepare for exams.