Charles Shields - Fairmont State University

Professor: Charles Shields

Department: TBD

College: Fairmont State University

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: CJ340
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

He's a great professor who is well knowledgable in his field and his classes were very interesting. He sometimes forgets to post assignments online but it won't be to your detriment. Don't listen to people who say his classes are hard. All his tests are online and they are mostly word for word from the book. He was always nice to his students.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: CRIM3340
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

All of his tests are online. That doesnt mean to google the answers. Use his powerpoints that he puts on blackboard. It took me almost half of the semester to learn to use his powerpoints over quizlet. I also used the book if I couldnt find the answers in his powerpoint. I would take his class again now that I have learned how he teaches

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: CRIM2240
• Grade Received: C+
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I had him for both in person lecture and an online class. He is so specific on what the right answer is. He jut reads off of a power point and that makes it seem like he literally does not know what he is talking about. 0/10 do NOT recommend, he sucks

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: CRJU2202
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Most ridiculous teacher I have ever had!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Never take him. He is the most arrogant guy. If it is not his way then it is wrong. Most teachers give you a chance but not this professor. Try to avoid taking his classes. Gives harsh feedback if you are wrong so be ready for harsh criticism.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: CRIM2240
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

As with any of his classes, has very few homework assignments, maybe a max of like 3 or 4. Tests can be tricky (all online), and the info comes from lectures mostly (most is what he says, not necessarily writes or has on his slides). You get a good bit of extra credit for not missing class. Cool guy, I enjoyed his classes. Lectures can get boring

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: 3340
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Very easy class if you show up. You might as well because you can get up to 30 extra credit points if you don't skip. If you ask, he'll cover what's on the test the class before. Tests are online, but if you skip more than half the classes you have to take them by paper. Fun class if you participate. I always take him if I can.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: MULTIPLE
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

If you get the right students in there, he'll make class pretty funny! Likes to pick on the students he's had in other classes. Testsquizzes come mostly out of the notes, and gives extra credit for not missing classes. Would love to take more classes with him.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: ADJUDANDLAW
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

His classes are pretty difficult. The subject matter itself is difficult at times, and his teaching is dry. He's forgetful and I can see how he can seem arrogant. If you understand his sense of humor, put in effort, and take time to speak with him after or before class you'll see he isn't that bad. He is nice if you show you care.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: CRJU2202
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He knows the W. Va Code

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: CRJU1234
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

One of the worst professor's have every seen. He is lucky that his wife has his job secure for him. Doesn't care about the students just a paycheck.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: CRJU4400
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

not organized. lazy when it comes to the students and communication. acts like he wants to just show up and get a pay check

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: CRJU2202
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

all of his tests are online the guy is cocky and arrogant i went on a offical trip and when i told him why i wasnt going to be in class he was extremly rude and condisending in front of the entire class

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: CRJU2202
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Knows his stuff. Buy the study guide it will help alot.

Rating # 14

Overview:

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

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

Comment:

Pretty good teacher, he knows the law and knows what he is talking about. He makes things sound more complicated than they actually are. Go to class and highlight what he reads from the book and you should do fine.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: LAWS
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He didn't show up for class most of the time, and if he did he was late. He lost most of our assignments. Avoid him if you can.

Rating # 16

Overview:

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

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

Comment:

This professor knows his stuff. If you're having a problem in his classes you should make sure you go to class and ask lots of questions.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: CRJU3305
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

This professor is very mean. He feels better about himself when he makes girls cry. He must have something agaist women. Enough said.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: CRIMINALLAW
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He's a smartass. He knows his stuff but he shows it off too much. Dont like him very much.

Rating # 19

Overview:

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

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

Comment:

His tests arn't as hard as he makes them out to be. If you read the parts of the chapter he went over in class and look at the study guide(which isn't required) for that chapter then you will do fine. People think his class is hard but i thought it was pretty easy and you do learn a lot about criminal law.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: LAW
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Helpful and helps offer great prep classes at fsu