Kurt Fanning - Grand Valley State University

Professor: Kurt Fanning
Department: Accounting
College: Grand Valley State University
Rating # 1
Overview:
  • Course: ACC213
  • Grade Received: B+
  • Overall Rating: 4.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Not Mandatory
Comment:
2 homework assignments due every week, one was multiple choice video questions (super easy points) and the second was actual math questions on connect. The second assignment is how I learned all the material for the exams. The exams are a mix of questions you can get online and problems you actually have to work out. He truly wants you to do well.
Rating # 2
Overview:
  • Course: ACC213
  • Grade Received: A
  • Overall Rating: 4.0
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Not Mandatory
Comment:
Kurt is super caring and he really just wants you to learn. his lectures are sort of boring but it makes him happy when students show up. there are unlimited attempts on homework and the exams aren't too hard. there are just a lot of exams but at least he drops one. overall a really nice guy
Rating # 3
Overview:
  • Course: ACC340
  • Grade Received: A
  • Overall Rating: 3.0
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Class is pretty easy. Basically you go to class with your textbook and he tells you what to study in the book for the exam. Homework assignments are easy and he gives you plenty of time to do them.
Rating # 4
Overview:
  • Course: ACC340
  • Grade Received: A
  • Overall Rating: 1.0
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: No
  • Attendance: Not Mandatory
Comment:
In this particular instance, I wouldn't suggest this professor. He just tells you what to highlight in the textbook and that would be the deal. Its not a very hard class and all these fun little things so that would be the case. But I didn't learn much from that perspective. I did quick cram for exams though and that would be the deal. Get it?
Rating # 5
Overview:
  • Course: ACC340
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 4.0
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Very good and straightforward professor. The book is your lifeline in the class, since he uses it to tell you exactly whats on the exam so make sure you buy it. We always got out early and the exams weren't that bad as long as you studied for them. Curves heavily.
Rating # 6
Overview:
  • Course: ACC340
  • Grade Received: A-
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Not Mandatory
Comment:
Professor Fanning was one of the best teachers I ever had. He taught in a very unique style that let the students clearly understand what was expected from them. Homework was relatively easy and useful, and study guides accurately reflected what was on the exam. The only downside of this course is the amount of reading required.
Rating # 7
Overview:
  • Course: ACC340
  • Grade Received: A
  • Overall Rating: 4.0
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Not Mandatory
Comment:
Dr. Fanning is funny guy and a good professor. He has lots of experience and shares those experiences and insight with his students. You'll get a good grade as long as you pay attention to what he wants you to know in the book and do the homework. The homework is easy, pay attention to his instructions and he is very helpful if you ask him.
Rating # 8
Overview:
  • Course: ACC340
  • 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 LOVED class with Fanning. I cannot say enough good things about him. The class takes a little effort, but Fanning knows that and if he sees you putting in work, he makes it easy to do well.
Rating # 9
Overview:
  • Course: ACC340
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Great prof. Show up, highlight the textbook as he tells you what is on the exam. "In these particular instances" you should be fine. Exams aren't too bad. A decent number of homework assignment but most are really easy and have step by step instructions. Homeworks are very easy points. Very funny and knowledgeable guy.
Rating # 10
Overview:
  • Course: ACC340
  • Grade Received: B
  • Overall Rating: 4.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Not Mandatory
Comment:
In this particular instance is said about 100 times per lecture. The class is a lot of busy work which can easily be taken care of in class time. Lecture consists of him going over what to highlight in the book that could be on the exam. Its an easy B but youll have to study hard on exams to get an A.
Rating # 11
Overview:
  • Course: ACC213
  • Grade Received: B
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Very understanding. Show up and work hard and he will make sure you do well.
Rating # 12
Overview:
  • Course: ACC340
  • Grade Received: B-
  • Overall Rating: 4.0
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: No
  • Attendance: Not Mandatory
Comment:
This guy is a character. Class consists of him going through the book and highlighting what will be on the test. He doesn't force you to pay attention and you can do assignments in class. However, he tells you exactly what is on the exam so its good to listen. Kind of hard to follow since he's a bit quirky but pretty good professor.
Rating # 13
Overview:
  • Course: ACC340
  • Grade Received: A
  • Overall Rating: 3.0
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Not Mandatory
Comment:
He says, "in this particular instances" at least 100 times per lecture, which can make it difficult to focus on what he is saying. There are a handful of easy homework assignments with flexible due dates and 5 exams. If you write down exactly what he tells you "may" be a question or what paragraphs are highlighted in the book, this class is easy.
Rating # 14
Overview:
  • Course: ACC340
  • Grade Received: B
  • Overall Rating: 3.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
He says, "In that particular instance" a lot, which can be annoying. There were 5 tests throughout the course they were tough. All he does during the class periods is go over the book and highlight what might be on the exam. He doesn't really explain what it is, just tells us to highlight it.
Rating # 15
Overview:
  • Course: ACC340
  • Grade Received: B+
  • Overall Rating: 3.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Night class was relaxed. Always out by 7:45ish. 500 points worth of tests and 130ish points for projects, which are all guaranteed if you do them. Tests were tough for me, but others did really well. The whole class is him going through the book and highlighting the important stuff.
Rating # 16
Overview:
  • Course: ACC213
  • Grade Received: B+
  • Overall Rating: 2.0
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: Not Mandatory
Comment:
Well, in this particular instances if you approach this course from that particular perspective, then you'll have to fight the little battles of Professor Fanning.
Rating # 17
Overview:
  • Course: ACC416
  • Grade Received: A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 1.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Kurt goes through the Info Systems Auditing textbook and gives you things to highlight. The highlighted things make up the exam. He posts a study guide with page numbers and lists how many multiple choice or T/F he created from that specific page. Makes his exams easier. Grades on a curve. Class projects: IDEA, Tableau, SEC paper, and presentation.
Rating # 18
Overview:
  • Course: ACCT213
  • Grade Received: A-
  • Overall Rating: 2.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Kurt is the most confusing professor I have ever had, however he literally lays your entire tests out for you. If you are comfortable with being given the exact ideas on tests including math problems and teaching yourself all of it then take him. It's an easy A only if you attend lecture and write down exactly what he tells you.
Rating # 19
Overview:
  • Course: ACC340
  • Grade Received: A
  • Overall Rating: 4.0
  • Course Difficulty: 1.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Not Mandatory
Comment:
Easy A. Goes through the book in class and says exactly what will be on the exam. Have your pen and book ready, and write what he says he will test on. Memorize it. Always finishes lectures early so you can work on the projects. Always says "in this particular instances," so be prepared to be annoyed by that. Lectures are boring, but A's aren't!
Rating # 20
Overview:
  • Course: ACC340
  • Grade Received: A-
  • Overall Rating: 1.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
It is very difficult to learn anything from professor Fanning's lectures. He mostly just points out sections in the book to know and rambles on about things absolutely no one can follow. Talks way over student's heads; does not know how to explain things in simple terms. Take anyone but Fanning.
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