Paul Sasse - Diablo Valley College

Professor: Paul Sasse

Department: TBD

College: Diablo Valley College

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: ASTRO120
• Grade Received: B-
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

My first B at DVC Seems truly passionate about the subject and kind, but the online format makes it impossibly dense. Zero A in the entire class, average in final of 30% (max of 80%), that he made harder even if the two midterms had 40% average. Many dropped due to super-specific killer exams that ask to know and understand perfectly the class.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: ASTRO110
• Grade Received: WD
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

This class was so stressful, I had to drop it. He just made lecture videos that were so difficult to understand. It's impossible to get your grade up since tests are the only thing that go into the gradebook. He seems like a great guy, but the class is awful and sets you up to fail.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: AST110
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Prof Sasse really cares about his students. The content is heavy abut if u study u will do okay. He's a tough grader but if you ask questions he goes easy on u.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: AST110
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

In the online class, he posts lecture videos every week and a short quiz at the end of the week. Exams can be somewhat stressful as they cover a lot of material and contain essay questions, but nothing over the top if you pay attention to the videos and follow along. Also is a pretty chill guy. Solid pick for a professor. I was definitely satisfied

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: ASTRO110
• Grade Received: C
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Professor Sasse is obviously passionate about astronomy but his class is absolutely horrendous. This was the hardest class I've ever taken. The exams are incredibly specific and do not coincide with the material from the MANY lectures every week. He grades with ridiculously high standards with zero room for error. Do not recommend.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: ASTRO120
• Grade Received: D
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

He's a good professor, the issue is he teaches the topic as if you already have some understanding of how the universe works. If you aren't an astronomy major DONT take his class. He's one of the toughest graders because it seems like he figures that most students have alot of knowledge on the universe prior to taking astronomy classes in college.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: AST110
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Since we're all forced online, reviews before said he was good so I figured I'd sign up for him. Did not know what I would get into. He changed the format of his exam into essay Q's and practice tests do NOT help. Recently his lectures stink, barely enough info to put in notes and study for, if you can figure it out. At least the videos are good.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: ASTRO110
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

WOW! Sasse was by far the best teacher I had during my fall semester. Made the class fun to come to and easy to learn astronomy. Must show up as he covers a lot of important information and tells you what you need to know to pass the tests. Highly recommend!

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: ASTRO110
• Grade Received: C
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

If you like doing lectures and then basing your whole grade on tests, this class is for you. The teacher is great at teaching.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: AST110
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

If you're looking to take astronomy with him online, find someone else. His entire canvas layout does not prepare you for the exams which are the only things that go into the gradebook besides quizzes. His pre-recorded lectures were super convenient until I realized they were teaching me nothing I actually needed to pass. Sets you up to fail.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: AST110
• 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:

Literally the worst teacher I have had since rona hit us. He can't be an online teacher he does not comprehend the situation we are in. His lectures do not co relate to the exam and quizzes unlike ANY NORMAL teachers. The questions also are confusing and specific it is actually ridiculous. DO NOT TAKE HIM THERES NO POINT. He is not made for online

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: AST110
• Grade Received: C
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

A low level class that uses proctor on exams all just quizzes and exams no hw. Wants to specific answers and questions do not make much sense and confuse you sometimes. In person he is funny and helpful but, online I would never take him due to the terrible layout of his canvas and the specifics he wants from your answers is absurd. A irl F online

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: ASTRO120
• 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:

His lectures do not match with his exam s or homework. He expects his lecture to be what you do NOT rely on, and wants you to read the book instead. He made our final exam all essay prompts and we didnt get to finish our exam in time because of this. Hes really unfair and quite rude if you speak to him in private.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: AST110
• Grade Received: C+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

AMAZING!!! Paul is amazing! Love his classes and his lectures! Makes learning fun and informative!

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: ASTRO110
• 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:

His exams are killer. Ever since we went online he has been making it harder for students. He may be nice and caring but his grading is unfair and he does not have any remorse for his students. His class is beneficial to anyone pursuing Astronomy. Not worth taking.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: ASTRO110
• 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:

Great guy and great lectures but his exams lack 80% of material we never covered in class. Take this course if you plan to pursue Astronomy, otherwise this course will defeat you.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: ASTRO120
• 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:

His lectures do not match his homework or the exams. He required you to read chapters from start to end. His lectures only cover about 20% of exam material. Do not take his class if you are not majoring in astronomy. Hes an amazing guy but his exams are dealbreakers..

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: ASTRO110
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Worth the tuition!

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: ASTRO130
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Took lab after taking 110 lecture, both with Sasse. Hes one of the best teachers at DVC, his lectures are truly outstanding. You will need to show up to pass, because he will tell you all the info you need to succeed, as long as you're listening. His tests will show if you studied or not. Class may be hard, but he really cares about his students.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: ASTRO110
• 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:

These were the best lectures at DVC hands down. Missing class is suicide; I'm not kidding. I had an easier time due to my own ability, but others will have trouble. The tests are actually pretty hard. You'll need to put in the effort. 350 characters isn't enough to express how incredible this Paul is. Please take this class.