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Jim Bonstein - Merced College

Professor: Jim Bonstein

Department: Communication

College: Merced College

Rating # 1

Overview:

Course: COM01
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:

Professor Bonstein is one of the best teachers I have had. You will only have two major speeches to do throughout the class and he ensures that you have all the right tools to succeed. His lectures are also very engaging and funny which is hard to pull off with an online class. Definitely recommend his class!

Rating # 2

Overview:

Course: COMM01
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Very fair instructor. Not that many assignments and all are fairly easy, hes accommodating as long as you communicate with him.

Rating # 3

Overview:

Course: COM01
Grade Received: B
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Professor Bonstein is a wonderful professor because he actually cares about what you have to say. He is also so understanding and great at communicating, obviously.

Rating # 4

Overview:

Course: COMM01
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:

I had a lot of apprehension coming into this class. Public speaking is not easy for me and I worried about doing well. Professor Bonstein is straightforward about his expectations and provides ALL THE TOOLS necessary to earn an A. The only reason you will not do well is if you don't try. Read the material and text and listen to the lectures.

Rating # 5

Overview:

Course: COMM01
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:

In my case, this course was a month long online course. Because it was such a small amount of time, the coursework did feel heavy, but if we had more time, I wouldn't have an issue with it. The lectures were easy to understand, overall a very good professor you can talk to.

Rating # 6

Overview:

Course: COMM01
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

took his class for the summer. very fast-paced but very organized class, he is clear on what he expects from his students and in their speech. funny and caring prof. truly cares for students who is in a hard situation. textbook required for quizzes and for speech. 2 major speeches: informative & persuasive. nice and honest professor.

Rating # 7

Overview:

Course: COMM01
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:

As a comm major, I've taken quite a few comm classes, and Bonstein by far, is one of the top professors I've taken! He is funny, real and very inspiring. You definitely leave the class with more knowledge for personal and social life settings.

Rating # 8

Overview:

Course: COM01
Grade Received: B
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I was so impressed with what I learned in this class. The content is very beneficial, Mr. Bonstein's classroom lectures are impressive and there is never a dull moment in class. This is one class where you won't be bored. I strongly recommend this class to someone that wants to be challenged and have fun. Great feedback on student work!

Rating # 9

Overview:

Course: COMM2
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:

Mr. Bonstein is a GOAT. He seriously has such a calm demeanor about him, hes super chill & really helped us prepare for our performances. I was super intimidated when I enrolled into this class, but it easily became one of my favorite. Hes very clear of his expectations & had a way of calming us all down about performance apprehension.

Rating # 10

Overview:

Course: COM01
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

I took Mr. Bonstein for a once a week night course that was from 530-820pm. He is super funny, the class is so easy. Has like five quizzes which he specifically goes over prior, otherwise two minor speeches and two major. So pretty easy. Only negative is he is SO REPETITIVE. the class could easily take less time but he goes over everything repeate

Rating # 11

Overview:

Course: COMM01
Grade Received: B
Overall Rating: 3.0
Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

He doesnt teach. He talks all class and repeats the same things. He is clear on what he wants and what he expects. He goes over whats on the quiz. He records the first major speech. He can be intimidating but he wants to prepare us for how to communicate. He comes off as a nerd and he kind of brags. I wouldnt not take him again but he isnt bad.

Rating # 12

Overview:

Course: COMM01
Grade Received: A+
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Mr. Bonstein really made me understand why I chose Comm as my major! His class was always interesting and he was super funny! His lectures are great and his quizzes are solely based off his lectures and a few things in the textbook. He will tell you the day before the quiz what will be on it!

Rating # 13

Overview:

Course: COMM01
Grade Received: B+
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Professor Bonstein is a great communication teacher! There is 5 quizzes and has lots of true/false questions, which im not good at! But they were still easy. I got B's on all my quizzes. There is 2 major speeches, and he records you on the first major speech. I love to talk, but not infront of people I don't know. But it wasn't bad.

Rating # 14

Overview:

Course: COMM01
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:

Mr. Bonstein is by far the funniest professor Ive ever had. He makes a terrifying subject, like public speaking, really fun and enjoyable. Hes really clear and easy to understand when explaining things. The wasnt a single time the class wasnt laughing during one of his lectures. Definitely recommend!!

Rating # 15

Overview:

Course: COMM01
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Professor Bonstein shows you how to become more confident about speaking in public. His humor makes it easy to talk to him and to pay attention during lectures. Great professor to take if you can get into his class!

Rating # 16

Overview:

Course: COMM01
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 4.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Professor Bonstein is hilarious. He shares his experiences with the class about his journey to public speaking. He definitely guides students in the class who is willing to learn. He's a great professor!

Rating # 17

Overview:

Course: COMM04
Grade Received: B
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

I loved Mr. Bonstein! I was so nervous on taking this class because I hate public speaking, but it turned out great since you are with a group and you only have like, 2 presentations which is nothing. Mr. Bonstein made class super fun, he's super funny and he makes class go by super fast. Also, make sure to read the textbook before every exam!

Rating # 18

Overview:

Course: COMM01
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Bonstein is very funny. He is clear on what he expects from you. Hes very good looking too which made paying attention that much easier.

Rating # 19

Overview:

Course: COMM1
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

This professor is so funny and you will enjoy everything in his lectures. He is worth your time and makes class time fly by.

Rating # 20

Overview:

Course: COMM04
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:

Great professor, does notes on PowerPoint. Easy A if you take notes when he tells you too. Everything on notes is on exams. You have to do a semester board game in groups and a final presentation. Last day you just play board games. Great class !

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