George Wolf - Missouri State University

Professor: George Wolf
Department: Astronomy
College: Missouri State University
Rating # 1
Overview:
  • Course: AST114
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 4.5
  • Course Difficulty: 1.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
I recommend the AST114 telecourse for a high-level overview of astronomy. It was recorded in 2002, so it is somewhat out of date. As a course in fundamentals, it is still very informational. Should have no problem following up with your own research. No math, clear explanations and broad-scoped. Could be compressed (lengthy) - no problem for me.
Rating # 2
Overview:
  • Course: AST114
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 1.5
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
This is a telecourse to avoid unless you find out if it's been updated. Right now, it's so badly out of date that it's a disgrace to the university and the department.
Rating # 3
Overview:
  • Course: AST114
  • 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 took this class as a telecourse. I could NOT stay awake through the lectures. The combination of starry pictures, his dull voice and the subject matter made me konk out on command. His tests are hard, very hard. Do the optional papers/projects. On the bright side, his lectures could probably cure even the most severe sleep disorder.
Rating # 4
Overview:
  • Course: AST114
  • 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:
Just following the classes on my Ipod, and captivating by the way the man explains things, I'd like to be such a good teacher. Thank you Professor
Rating # 5
Overview:
  • Course: AST114
  • 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:
Don't be afraid of the Dr. Wolf. I took this class telecable. Hint: Print the transcripts, highlight important concepts and use them as notes in addition to the text. He will answer e-mailed questions. Tests: 83% is an A. 3 written assignments. He seems cranky, but he is really nice about explaining things. Best of all, no on the tests.
Rating # 6
Overview:
  • Course: AST114
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 1.0
  • Course Difficulty: 5.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
I took the telecourse and struggled every week to stay awake why I watched what was the most boring lectures of my life. The test are really difficult unless you memorize the textbook. I DO NOT recommend this class to anyone.
Rating # 7
Overview:
  • Course: AST114
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 2.5
  • Course Difficulty: 5.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
THIS CLASS WAS SOOOOOO HARD. YOU REALLY REALLY HAVE TO STUDY NOT JUST SHOW UP FOR CLASS. BE PREPARED TO WORK FOR THE GRADE!
Rating # 8
Overview:
  • Course: AST114
  • 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:
I had this teacher last year for the telecourse and really enjoyed it. If you want a good grade you really need to read the book and review it before the tests. If you are interested in learning new things, this is a great class. I listened to the CD lectures on my IPod and had no trouble following along.
Rating # 9
Overview:
  • Course: AST115
  • 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:
Wolf is a cool guy. I don't know how you couldn't like him. The problem is, the material. You can only take so much astronomy before you go crazy. And remember, this is like astrophysics, so if you don't like physics... You will learn a ton, and if you try hard you'll manage a good grade. Show up, do well in lab, go to as many video showings.
Rating # 10
Overview:
  • Course: AST115
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 3.5
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Does he tend to put people to sleep? Yes. So load up on caffeine. But pay attention the best you can. Tests are a combo of lecture and the book, so READ THE CHAPTERS. If you need help, ask him. He's really helpful and knows his stuff. I got an A, but got Bs on tests and some of the lab assignments. Attendance gives a lot of points, so show up.
Rating # 11
Overview:
  • Course: AST115
  • 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:
He was an awesome guy. The class sucks, but hells bells you're in school to study. He'll work with you if you try to work with him. He's completely approachable and understanding.
Rating # 12
Overview:
  • Course: AST115
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 2.0
  • Course Difficulty: 5.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
He tries. The class is so hard and boring, but he really tries to make it fun. On Halloween he came to class dressed like a wizard. If you don't like to study, DON'T take this class. The questions come straight from the book and are very specific.
Rating # 13
Overview:
  • Course: AST115
  • 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:
GOOD!! Fun!!
Rating # 14
Overview:
  • Course: AST115
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 2.0
  • Course Difficulty: 5.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: N/A
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
He bored most of the class to sleep in lecture. Took this course honors and he had the audacity to tell us that we were the "slowest" honors class he'd ever taught. The labs usually lasted around 3 hours and he expects you to know what you're doing without help. Hardest tests I've ever taken and he grades harshly. Avoid him if you can at all costs.
Rating # 15
Overview:
  • Course: AST114
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 2.5
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: N/A
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
If you're not good with telecourses...STAY AWAY FROM THIS ONE! Extremely boring and tons of material. But in all actuality he turned out to be a nice guy and passed me. I suppose if you actually try he'll help you.
Rating # 16
Overview:
  • Course: AST114
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 2.5
  • Course Difficulty: 5.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: N/A
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
I took this as a telecourse. It was the hardest telecourse ever. He had extremely hard exams and pointless assignments. I would suggest not taking him for this class and especially not the telecourse.
Rating # 17
Overview:
  • Course: AST114TELE
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 1.0
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: N/A
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
So hard to watch but taking the telecourse seems much better than having to sit through his lectures in person. He grades the homework extremely harsh and does not seem like a very nice person. I wouldn't take him as a teacher, but if you have to, take the telecourse.
Rating # 18
Overview:
  • Course: AST114
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 2.5
  • Course Difficulty: 5.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: N/A
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Man, this was one hard class. I never thought astronomy could be this hard!
Rating # 19
Overview:
  • Course: AST114
  • Grade Received: A
  • Overall Rating: 1.0
  • Course Difficulty: 5.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: N/A
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: Not Mandatory
Comment:
CLASS A A**H***. I dropped the class by the date it said on his Syl. and he still gave me an F. If you and you pregnant wife get in a car accident and get behind in class, dont expect anything from him. Very dry lectures and tons of outside time for actual class credit. STAY AWAY!!!!!!!!
Rating # 20
Overview:
  • Course: AST115
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 2.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: N/A
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
VERY BORING! He also requires you to watch an hour video each week OUTSIDE of class, which I don't even think is legal. He did once make a funny comment about astronomers on steroids, but generally dry. Tests are pretty difficult, tough grader on very few homework assignments. I pulled a B but ONLY because of my Lab score.
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