Brian White - Grand Valley State University

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Brian White - Grand Valley State University

Professor: Brian White

Department: English

College: Grand Valley State University

Rating # 1

Overview:

Course: ENG311
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

There's a reason that Professor White is one of Grand Valley's highest-rated professors. This class was one of the hardest ones I've ever taken because I did not take it as seriously as I should have or prioritized my unit plan (DO NOT PROCRASTINATE ON THE UNIT PLAN). He's a gem.

Rating # 2

Overview:

Course: ENG310
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He truly cares about all of his students and wants to see them become amazing teachers. He tries to give his students real experience with teaching by setting up volunteering in schools and by giving real papers to grade. He gives great lectures that make you realize how you want to teach. Homework is pretty light and resembles what a teacher does.

Rating # 3

Overview:

Course: PHI101
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

This Professor is AWESOME! He's my favorite because he gives you good feedback and make learning in his class very meaningful and engaging. He's gives fair clemency on legitimate circumstances, but don't think for a second your going to take advantage of his kindness, for it won't be very useful to do so.

Rating # 4

Overview:

Course: PHI101
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Professor White has been my best college professor so far. I injured my ankle during the semester and he worked to create a new course work to make it easier for me due to my dificulty getting to class. Amazing prof that really knows how to teach.

Rating # 5

Overview:

Course: ENG495
Grade Received: Not sure yet
Overall Rating: 4.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Best teacher I have ever had. Would take again in a heartbeat.

Rating # 6

Overview:

Course: ENG311
Grade Received: C
Overall Rating: 3.5
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Brian White is an amazing professor and teaches his students to become better educators and people. I feel more prepared to be a teacher after this class and feel so lucky to have had him. Though it is challenging and most students do not receive A's, he provides so much more than GPA boost. Definitely recommend.

Rating # 7

Overview:

Course: ENG310
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 3.5
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Prof. White prepares you to be a teacher. His uses open dialogue and class participation to get you to think more deeply about teaching as an art. If you can take his class, do so. You will gain so much.

Rating # 8

Overview:

Course: 310
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 4.5
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Professor White will inspire you to be the best teacher you can be. This class was extremely challenging and stressful; however, I have benefitted so much from Professor White. I recommend meeting with him any chance you get. His feedback is clear and helpful. Wonderful professor. Highly, highly recommend!

Rating # 9

Overview:

Course: ENG495
Grade Received: Not sure yet
Overall Rating: 4.5
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Highly recommend this professor for any English education capstone student. He is very knowledgeable about education, writing and more. The assignments are tough, and he grades hard, but that is to be expected for a capstone course. Best advice is to meet with him any chance you can. He is so helpful and gives wonderful, constructive feedback.

Rating # 10

Overview:

Course: EDI331
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Brian genuinely cares about his students. He pushed us to problem-solve rather than simply "answering" our questions, and demonstrated tremendous expertise as an English teacher! He gave excellent feedback after observations; critical, but helpful at the same time because his goal was to make me the best teacher possible. Highly Recommended!

Rating # 11

Overview:

Course: ENG105
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

He is the best professor around and he helps everyone. His lectures are really awesome. He is one of the kindest and best professor in GVSU.

Rating # 12

Overview:

Course: ENG311
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Professor White has very high expectations, but also gives clear feedback. I think this class was practical and useful, but also very stressful. Don't wait until the last minute to work on your unit plan!

Rating # 13

Overview:

Course: ENG311
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

It doesn't get better than Brian White! He establishes a great classroom atmosphere and day one, and enlightens students each and every day. He tells you the truth about things, not sugar coated versions of what people want you to think. It was a LOT of hard work, but you come out of this class more prepared as a profession and as a human being.:-)

Rating # 14

Overview:

Course: ENG311
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 4.5
Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Prof. White is one of the best profs I have ever had. This class completely changed the way I looked at teaching literature. There is a TON of work and he has extremely high expectations but you will end up with some really useful unit plans. If you want to be an English teacher, take this class!!!

Rating # 15

Overview:

Course: ENG313
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

The best professor I have ever had. He changed the way I look at the idea of teaching and in doing so changed my life. TAKE HIM. He is demanding, but he will push you to do things you didn't know you were capable of. After taking him, I was (and am) proud of everything I learned and accomplished in that class! Looked forward to class every day.

Rating # 16

Overview:

Course: HST311
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Hands down, the best professor in the English department (and possibly the university). Not only did I switch my major to English from Social Studies, but I have a notebook full of activities, lesson plan ideas, and unit plan outlines to use. I feel like I could start teaching tomorrow with the knowledge and materials gained from 311. Take him!

Rating # 17

Overview:

Course: ENG311
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Prof. White is amazing. His class is tough, and takes a lot of work, but it's almost as it doesn't even matter. He makes you make sure that you do everything in teaching literature for a reason, and overall he's just brilliant. Highly recommended.

Rating # 18

Overview:

Course: ENG311
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

A really great professor, but he is difficult as hell! Be prepared to do more work than you ever have before. However, even though he is really tough, he is so nice, helpful, and funny...and that makes him worth taking!

Rating # 19

Overview:

Course: ENG495
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Brian is an awesome professor. This class was ridiculously hard, but ridiculously amazing at the same time. If you put forth the effort (and don't skip classes) you'll be fine. Highly recommend.

Rating # 20

Overview:

Course: ENG495
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 3.0
Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Very knowledgeable about the material and urges students to help each other. Won't spoon-feed you the information by any means, but will strive to help you understand it in class. Not lenient at all about missing class and late assignments/extensions, even in emergencies...gives really good feedback/suggestions if you take the time to communicate!

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