Jeff Vande Zande - Delta College

Professor: Jeff Vande Zande

Department: TBD

College: Delta College

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: ENG111
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Easily one of my favorite teachers at this school. He gets back to you ASAP and always open to give advice and help as much as he possibly can. This is my second class with him and I would for sure take him again. All you have to do to pass is to do the work and give him effort.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: ENG221T
• 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:

This class is the reason I'm still in college. I was struggling and having difficulty motivating myself and Jeff was always super supportive and encouraging. The material was interesting to learn and the atmosphere was comfortable. 10/10 would take again.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: ENG111
• 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:

Mr. Van is really nice guy and easy to talk to. Was very clear about what was expected from our papers. There were some days where he told me that I didnt even have to come to class since I was done with my work, which was nice. He is also very funny with his lectures

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: ENG221
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Mr. Van was a really chill and fun guy. Nice to talk to. Lots of interesting discussions about the readings in class. As long as you read, youll do fine. Be prepared to read a novel over a two week span though! I recommend downloading Audible and speeding it up to x2 to help keep your attention span.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: EM180
• 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:

Jeff is one of my favorite instructors, compassionate and very understanding that life isn't a game where you can ace the level every time. As long as you communicate to him he is always willing to go the extra mile to help you. Truly a great man and an amazing and understanding teacher. I found my passion for film because of him.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: ENG221
• 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:

One of the best professors Ive ever had. Really cares about his students and that they succeed. Lots of short stories and then a quiz on them. Super easy as long as you read the material! Gives 20 extra points at the beginning in case you need to miss a quiz or get some wrong on other quizzes. Really a great guy!

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: ENG221
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

By far one of the best professors I have ever taken. If you don't read the stories, you simply won't pass. His discussions make you really think about your future, and your "true self" would HIGHLY recommend him. Also TAKE NOTES during the short stories discussion, or the midterm will be difficult.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: ENG221
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Hands down BEST professor I've ever had. You read about 15 short stories in the semester, quiz on all of them. Also, you read a novel. One paper due the whole semester. He helps you look at life in different ways and honestly changed my life in a positive way. He made going to an 8 am class so worth it. DEFINITELY TAKE HIM!

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: EM180
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Assigns group projects, entertaining, gives examples, fun lectures.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: ENG098
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Mr. Van was enjoyable as a professor! Good sense of humor and his class is based off of a theme which was nice, especially for a writing class. Papers that we had to do were clear cut and he does conferences with each student individually to discuss papers. I definitely feel more confident writing a paper!

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: ENG254
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

FYI, I was retired and 63 when I took his class. I got a lot out of his class learning how to write a character driven story. There's in-class critiques where you read your story and every other student gives feedback on it. In addition, there's lectures and quizzes on the reading homework. Prepare to write and participate and you'll be OK.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: ENG221
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Had Vande for Eng 221 & Eng 111. Best English professor possible for both courses. i've recently taken Eng 221 (still not a fan of literature), Jeff was able to make the class very interesting and relatable.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: ENG111
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Jeff breaks down the English paper writing easily. He makes it seem easy to write a good paper. His examples are good. He is funny and makes class enjoyable. Having no book is a bonus.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: ENG221
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Best class I ever had and I hated English going into it. Definitely recommend him. The stories are very short, average around 9 pages. 1 paper that he gives you all semester to do. If I had any other English classes, I would take them with him. Easy A. Come to class and you will pass!!

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: WRT098
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Jeff is and awesome teacher. He gives amazing feedback and is very clear with what he expects. I would definitely recommend him. Easy A in his class as long as you do the work which is also pretty easy. He gives LOTS of time in class to work on assignments. You almost never have homework.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: ENG254
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He is very likable. He offered extra credit if you bought his book which is a little tacky. My only criticism is that he makes you read the drafts of your short stories in class. I get that peer reviews help but it made me very self-conscience reading it aloud which is a shame because I enjoyed writing the pieces. Highly recommend for lower levels

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: ENG254
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Van is a really great person. He's very funny and personable, and he gives very good feedback when doing workshops in this class. I thought it was a very easy class without a lot of critical thinking except with the stories. I wish it had been a bit more intensive of a class, as a lot of the content we went over was already familiar to me.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: ENG254
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Jeff is a great instructor. You have quizzes on short stories every week, but they're short & easy. He leaves a lot of room for creativity in writing your own stories and is very flexible with due dates and attendance. Not to mention he's a pretty funny guy and makes the class feel comfortable and lighthearted. Definitely recommend him to everyone!

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: ENG221
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Vande is awesome! His lectures are long and you do have to read a lot, but duuuh, it is a reading class. He's very clear with all directions and he keeps things fun!

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: ENG259W
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

I took both of Jeff's screenwriting classes. He is by far one of my favorite professors at Delta College. He expects you to participate and helped me grow as a writer. I would recommend his classes to anyone who is at Delta.