John Baen - University of North Texas

Professor: John Baen

Department: TBD

College: University of North Texas

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: REAL2100
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Baen changed EVERYTHING about my college experience. He is the most experienced, intelligent and quirky professor I have ever had. Since my first class with him, I've signed up for every class he teaches even if I didn't need the credit. He literally changed my life and has gone out of his way to ensure my success, even after his course.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: REAL2100
• Grade Received: C+
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Baen is a cool guy, dont get me wrong his method of teaching is subpar, for example, what constitutes as a lecture in his eyes is him talking about his personal experiences IN real estate rather then reviewing whats going to be on the next test. When taking real estate principles I, be prepared to read, review, and study the book on your own.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: REAL2100
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

By far the best professor at UNT. He teaches so many valuable things for life that no other professor will. He is very experienced and knowledgable about his field. You will never want to miss class. He has priorities as a professor in check. Lecture are fast but he's hilarious. Textbook is cheap. Curves on test are around 20 points. TAKE HIS CLASS

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: REAL2100
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

BAEN!!. He teaches you skills and valuable information that will really help you in life and in your career. He gives great advice on what to do in the Real Estate industry and he gives his own personal insight on how to be successful. His tests are HARD. He doesn't really prepare you for them, so READ THE TEXTBOOK.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: REAL2100
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Take Baen!!! He is by far the funniest professor that you will ever have. As an accounting major, his lack of attention to detail bothered me. However, he is someone that cares more about who we become than what we know. Does not test like other professors, but gives tons of extra credit! Every exam is curved 20 points or more. Show up to class!

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: REAL2100
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He spends class mostly telling stories about his own real estate experiences, which is really interesting and fun. I expected the tests to be blowoff easy, but they're actually super specific and cover like 5 chapters of the textbook at a time. I learned the basics of how to get into real estate, but I'm worried about my grade tbh.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: REAL2100
• 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:

Baen is the best!! The grading curve is ridiculous. If you can at least show up to exams and write your name down on test, curved to 75. A lot of life lessons taught in class, not just reading from book. He is a little wacky, completely unorganized, and sometimes hard to follow, but you'll have a great time.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: REAL4300
• 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:

Baen is one of the best professors that UNT has to offer, his material is engaging, his teaching method is phenomenal and the grades he gives are fantastic.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: REAL2100
• Grade Received: B-
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Baen's a very engaging lecturer. He doesn't care if you come to class, but you actually want to go. Only con is that he is unorganized and tests are unexpectedly hard but at least he curves them. I learned the hard way that he does expect you to read the chapters so be prepared to READ. Make an A in the class before the final and you get exempt.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: REAL4200
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

BEST PROFESSOR IN UNT! I've taken the real estate 2100 and 4200 and it was so worth it! he really cares about the subject, and he also makes class enjoyable. I even decided to minor in real estate because of him! even if you're not a real estate major or minor, still do take him to learn more about buying a house! Easy A! curves tests like crazy!

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: REAL2100
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Baen gives the absolute best lectures out of every professor on campus. However, he talks so fast and does not repeat himself, so whenever something related to the exam comes up, he lets you know, but be ready to write quick. Exams are difficult, but he curves them 30 points because he wants you to pass and learn life lessons.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: REAL2100
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

found textbook at willis on reserve

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: REAL2100
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Most inspirational and engaging professor I ever had. This is the first class I've ever taken where I genuinely looked forward to going to class. Tests can be difficult, focus more on taking good notes in class and studying the handouts to prepare for them.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: REAL2100
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Baen was fantastic. Tests are tough but they are substantially curved. He teaches you exactly what to do when purchasing your first home which is incredibly useful. He is HILARIOUS and made our morning class enjoyable. Baen truly cares about his students and wants them to succeed. Do NOT be afraid to ask him for help at anytime!

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: REAL4200
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

John Baen is the best thing that ever happened to UNT. Guy is absolutely brilliant. By far the most interesting class I've ever taken. You'd be silly to skip class or not pay attention.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: REAL2100
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He curves each test to a 70% regardless of your actual score. Then he adds the difference between seventy and your actual score, adding that number to the 70. So if you actually make a 50, you make a 90 after the curve. It's math sorry education majors.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: REAL2100
• Grade Received: C+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

I got a C in the class but honestly I had personal issues. If I didnt have my issues this semester, its the easiest A. He is so smart and kind to his students. He is also hilarious. He has the best lectures, and I would take the class again just because he is who he is and has many beneficial life stories to tell.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: REAL2100
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Baen is funny and pretty out there. I like him as a person but not as a teacher. He is completely unorganized. His lectures most of the time have nothing to do with the course. He avoids answering any questions you might have and does not post grades on blackboard.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: REAL4300
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Hands down best teacher in the school! He is fair and you learn so much from him. He is the definition on what a teacher should be like.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: REAL2100
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

If you don't pass this class then you should drop out of school