Andy Cottle - University of Delaware

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Andy Cottle - University of Delaware

Professor: Andy Cottle

Department: Music

College: University of Delaware

Rating # 1

Overview:

Course: MUSC101
Grade Received: B+
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Hands down one of the best professors I've ever had. He's the jolliest, happiest person I've seen teach a class in a very long time. He's passionate, he's clear, he's immensely helpful during study sessions, and if you do your work, you'll ace the class with ease. It helps if you have a musical background, but even if you don't, you'll still suceed

Rating # 2

Overview:

Course: MUSIC101
Grade Received: C+
Overall Rating: 1.0
Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Worst class I ever took at UD, lectures were long and dry, exams impossible, studied for this class substantially longer than all of my 400 level pre-law classes combined, barely scraped together a C+ and i played cello for 10 years, purpose of a 101 level breadth requirement class should be simple introduction to material, not to challenge Mozart.

Rating # 3

Overview:

Course: MUSC101
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 3.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

This class should be an easy A as long as you have TIME. You need to memorize at least 10 songs before every exam, make sure you take all the notes in his class or else you won't know anything (he doesn't post his notes online). The extra credit is a must in this class and almost everyone does it.

Rating # 4

Overview:

Course: MUSC101
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Read the chapters he assigns, show up to lecture and write down what is on the slides. Listen to the music he assigns consistently (you can even listen to it while studying for other stuff). Four tests, all multiple choice and are straight from the exams written for the book. Make sure to go to the extra credit concerts.

Rating # 5

Overview:

Course: MUSC101
Grade Received: B
Overall Rating: 3.5
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

go to class if you want to have a chance at doing well on exams. he covers almost everything on his powerpoints in class, and he goes at a good pace. however, reading the textbook pages that he has online really helps for some exam questions. keep up with your listening! definitely not an easy A, but he's a sweetheart

Rating # 6

Overview:

Course: MUSC101
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 4.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Really fun guy, he enjoys his job and wants every student to succeed, but he gets really disappointed when the class average is like 70. It's a really hard class if you don't thoroughly study the material. There are lots of strangely specific questions on the exams too. I enjoyed the class, but not the exams.

Rating # 7

Overview:

Course: MUSC101
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 3.5
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

There are only 4 grades in the semester 4 tests. However, you can receive up to 10% extra credit. That's right- 10%. So if you get an average of 80% on your 4 tests, and get full credit for the extra credit you can end up with a 90. He's a good guy but demands a lot from his students. You have to study and do the listening for the music!!

Rating # 8

Overview:

Course: 203
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

perfect

Rating # 9

Overview:

Course: MUSC101
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 4.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

If you're coming into this class, expecting an easy A, you're in for a rude awakening. With that said, this was by far my favorite class that I have taken so far at UD. Cottle is a very sweet guy who gives out curves like theres no tomorrow. Stay on top of listenings, attend every class, take good notes, and attend study sessions (they help!)

Rating # 10

Overview:

Course: MUSC101
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 3.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Let me first say that Prof. Cottle is a very nice and approachable guy. His lectures are pretty good as well. But the class is definitely going to take effort on your part. In my opinion it is more difficult than a level 101 course should be. Flashcards will be your best friend in this class, due to the amount of vocabulary given.

Rating # 11

Overview:

Course: MUSC101
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 3.0
Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

I'd like to make it clear that Prof. Cottle is fun to be around and he tries his best. Many students go into this course expecting it to be an easy breadth requirement fulfillment - but they regret that decision the moment they see the first exam. PLEASE do yourself a favor - stay away from this course unless you have an interest for the topic...

Rating # 12

Overview:

Course: MUSC101
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 4.0
Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

He tells you exactly what to expect the first day. YOur grade is based on four multiple choice exams, the information for which he gives verbatim in lectures. He also offers extra credit for a total of 10 points added to your grade. The listenings can be challenging if you haven't heard a lot of "classical" music. THis class is straightforward

Rating # 13

Overview:

Course: MUSC101
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 1.5
Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Tests were scary hard. I am great at memorizing info but his tests were just on another level. Terrifyingly specific and long. I had no music background and the sheer amount of info you needed to know for one test was dreadful. Do not recommend. Way too hard of a course-especially for a 100 level.

Rating # 14

Overview:

Course: MUSC101
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 4.5
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He even says the first day "THIS IS NOT AN EASY CLASS". Though you can get up to 5 points for each extra credit (there are 2) you have to pay and go off campus for one of the options unless there is something at UD but there wasn't for me. the class is not hard, but it is DEFINITELY not easy.

Rating # 15

Overview:

Course: MUSC101
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I personally didn't mind this class. Cottle offers 10 extra credit points to your overall grade. If you are getting an 87 in the class you will get a 97 with the 10 extra points. You definitely need to study a couple days before the exams but they aren't as bad as everyone says. I'm a science major with absolutely no music background and got an A.

Rating # 16

Overview:

Course: MUSC101
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 4.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I personally love the genres he focuses on and I like that he's so passionate about it. I've been involved in music for about 7 years so it was pretty easy for me. Wouldn't recommend for anyone who hates classical music. Only grades are 4 exams, make sure you study well for them. Does offer extra credit and help sessions, and he records lectures.

Rating # 17

Overview:

Course: MUSC101
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 3.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I personally thought that this class was incredibly hard. Cottle is a really nice guy, but his tests are ridiculous. If you're looking for an easy group A then don't take this class

Rating # 18

Overview:

Course: MUSC101
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 4.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

You'll either love him or hate him. I got away with a C+ and hardly understood anything so in terms of passing a class, this is easy. You could easily get a B or and A if you work. He's really passionate about boring music but he tries to make it painless. He gives extra credit!

Rating # 19

Overview:

Course: MUSC101
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 2.0
Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

I totally regret taking this class. Luckily I made it out with an A- thanks to the multiple extra credit opportunities he offers. The first two test i completely bombed but the last two I found the right way to study. It really helped me to watch all the lectures over again on UD capture the day before the tests.

Rating # 20

Overview:

Course: MUSC101
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 4.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Cottle is definitely a very nice guy and does give two chances for extra credit. I personally have a strong musical background and struggled in this class. You basically have to know all of the slides word for word in order to get an A. DO NOT take this as an easy breadth requirement, it is WAY too much work for a 100 level course! Good luck!

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