Marvin Gonzalez - College of Charleston

Professor: Marvin Gonzalez

Department: TBD

College: College of Charleston

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: DCSC232
• Grade Received: C+
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Gonzalez is by far the worst professor I have ever encountered. He screamed at our class and stormed out because we got an answer wrong, rather than talking us through why it was wrong. Do not take him if you can avoid it.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: DCSI232
• Grade Received: C
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

This was hands down the single most difficult class I have taken at CofC (Sr.). There is so much material to absorb that missing a single class is a really bad idea. Thankfully, if you do most of the problems in the bank, you'll see them again on his test. And despite being a hard class he goes out of his way to be very flexible when taking tests.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: DSCI302
• Grade Received: C-
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

not good

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: DCSC232
• Grade Received: D-
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Theres not enough space to explain how terrible he is. I gave his class everything I had and received a D-. My transcript now reads 28 As, 1 B, and a D-. This class is not worth the nervous breakdown this man will give you. Wait for another professor. Now that I have learned business stats on my own I know it was him and not me.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: DSCI304
• Grade Received: B-
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Marvin Gonzalez is very likely the hardest professor at this school. His grading isnt exactly clear and expect a few changes to the assignments through the semester. They may be added or they may be dropped. Make sure to pay attention and participate in the class discussion. He really makes that count. Overall he is hard, but hes kinda funny

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: SCIM366
• Grade Received: C
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Avoid at all costs. Switch your major if you have to. He is the worst professor I have ever had.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: DSCI304
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I can understand why he has a bit of a tough reputation. He is very particular about some (in my opinion) silly things. He cares a lot about email criteria and attendance. IF you simply respect him and show up to class, he seems like a reasonable guy. I wouldn't take his class again, but I would grab a beer and watch some soccer with him.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: DISC304
• Grade Received: D+
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Terrible professor! The professor does not care about you or if you understand the material. This professor is the problem why students do not want to learn in school.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: SCIM366
• 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:

Dr. Gonzalez s behavior and irresponsibility during the semester was breathtaking. I was forced to lodge an official complaint (which I won) but was subjected to repeated bullying behavior for the remainder of the semester. If anyone else experiences anything like this they should do the same. It's the only way to enact change. Don't stand for it.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: DSCI232
• Grade Received: C-
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Let me be the one to level with you guys. YES, Gonzalez class is hard. He can be very demanding, there's always quizzes, sometimes there's homework, his exams are long and difficult, and he grades pretty harshly. But truthfully he'll really help you if you go to him. He's actually caring and a good teacher. Went from an F at midterms to a C-

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: DSC232
• Grade Received: C
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Class is extremely hard and Dr. G gets a ton of hate for it. There are quizzes almost every day and the three tests were extremely hard. It is definitely passable if you actually put in the work for it. He wrote the text book and the tests are usually questions from the book but with just numbers changed. The pace is unrelenting, but Dr. isn't bad.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: DCSI232
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Professor Gonzalez isn't easy, he'll make you work for your grade but if you do the assignments and go to his office hours he'll help you pass. Do as many examples in the textbook as possible, they're the key to understanding the material and passing the tests. Gives participation points at the end of the semester and counts going to office hours.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: DCSC232
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Awful teacher. I've made A's in all the math classes I've taken here. I'm very sure I will not get an A in his class. He wants to see students fail to prove he teaches one of the hardest classes. He takes off participation points if you go to the math lab for extra help. Gives 20 question quizzes every class and gives you 10 mins when you need more

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: DSCI232
• Grade Received: C+
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Do NOT be late, arrived to class at 12:15 on the dot once (when it starts) and was locked out of the room! Got a zero for the quiz that day.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: DCSC232
• Grade Received: C+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Dr. G is the most difficult professor I've had at CofC, that being said he is absolutely hilarious and I left the class actually learning. Take this class if your willing to challenge yourself, you will not pass this class if you don't show up or put in effort. Sometimes he might come off rude, but he is just very blunt and straight forward.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: DCSC232
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Dr. G is actually a great professor. While he is challenging, he is actually a great guy. You have to remember he comes from Latin America so he has different cultural behavior so don't get offended by what he says/does, he is just very honest with his students. If you try hard, do extra problems, GO TO SI, go to him you will pass I promise!

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: DSCI232
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Gonzalez can be very rude in class, he explains thing in a very unclear manner and often gets sidetracked with his own stories he tells. I dislike his teaching style as it consists of a lot of talking at people instead of to them. Would not recommend, there are better professors where you lean just as much without all the friction.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: DSC232
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

simple, he is rude, he doesn't care if you finish his exams, he should know that some students just go at different pace

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: DSCI232
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Professor G is not a bad teacher like many say, he is intimidating but not a bad person. He will help you, but you need to put in the effort. This was one of the hardest class I took but also most rewarding. Keep practicing the problems everyday and you will get an A on the exams. He cares about his students if they show their willingness to work.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: DSCI232
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I was very afraid to take this class after hearing other students say how tough Dr. G is. However, this class was a rewarding challenge. Work hard and you will do well. Dr. G is funny and likes to make his students laugh. His accent was not an issue for me. If you don't drop, he will do his best to help you pass. Overall a great guy and professor.