Reviews of professor Joel Van Allen

Rating: 3.0/5, difficulty: 3.0/5
Lot of extra credit thats the only reason I got an A. In total I got almost 100 points in extra credit. Nice guy funny too but most classes are boring. I didnt read 1 page in that textbook however we were supposed to have read like 14 chap I think Im just a good guesser. 3 essays and tests 5 quizzes and attendance graded. Personally wouldn't take

Rating: 4.0/5, difficulty: 4.0/5
3 major papers, make sure format is correct and you meet minimum page req (~3 single spaced) - otherwise they are pretty easy if you write well. 4 quizzes 2 exams, all open note - he reuses quiz questions for the exams but you should also pay attention during zoom. zoom content is in laulima. weekly forum post and inquizitive - both are easy.

Rating: 1.0/5, difficulty: 3.0/5
worst prof... he is so strict about paper format & what needs to be included in papers yet neglects to actually include that information anywhere but the syllabus. No notifications or announcements about what is required. also condescending. lectures are more than 2hrs. gives too many unnecessary videos and resources

Rating: 2.0/5, difficulty: 3.0/5
Would have lost a full letter grade for one assignment that clearly met all requirements, but according to him it did not - was very condescending when I inquired about grade, ultimately he reviewed the assignment again and found himself mistaken the first time. Needs to specify that it is intensive writing! Wrote more here than my writing class!

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 2.0/5
Professor Van Allen's knowledge of the subject matter shines through his lectures. However, it is sometimes difficult to stay engaged as the lectures can be long and boring. Writing assignments, the midterm, and the final exam are a significant portion of your grade. He offers assistance with assignments and offers extra credit assignments.

Rating: 1.0/5, difficulty: 3.0/5
He is genuinely convinced that his poor organization and condescending tone is a quirky personality trait. He thinks students should be going outside more, and he admitted to designing his class so that people who want good grades are basically obligated to do volunteer work. Otherwise, his trick questions will get you. Hardcore writing too.

Rating: 1.0/5, difficulty: 5.0/5
His formatting for papers is insane, his extra credit options do close to nothing, and it's impossible to know what's on his tests. Sometimes he'll say his tests are based on what the class lectures are about and what's in the textbook, then when the test comes around there isn't a single thing from what was discussed in class. Just beware.