AI Rate Professor

English

Jeffrey Tannen

ENGL1B · ENG1A · ENGL1A · ENGL3 · ENGLISH1A · ENG1B · ENG3 · ENGL15B · ENG125 · 106 lifetime ratings

AI rating
79/100
RMP rating
4.4/5
Take again
84.85%
Difficulty
2.8

The decision

if you want to improve your writing and , and revision-heavy essays.

Best fit · Hardcore LearnerExcellent feedbackTough essay graderParticipation-heavyImproves writingCaring and energetic
  • Tannen is widely praised as an inspiring teacher who and discussion.
  • The and detailed writing expectations.
  • Students who participate, revise, and use office hours often find the class rewarding despite the work.

Key questions

Four answers before you build your schedule.

Is this an easy A?

FairEffort

55/100

An A is possible, but students consistently , and using his feedback.

Online reviews include one easy-A claim, but both formats and meaningful writing effort.

Is the course easy?

Standard

52/100

The content is approachable because and scaffolds writing, but critical thinking and .

In-person reviews emphasize participation and critical thinking, while online and detailed assignment expectations.

Is attendance flexible?

Mandatory

25/100

Multiple in-person reviews say attendance or participation matters, and .

The ; online reviews do not clearly prove an attendance policy.

Is this professor recommended?

WorthIt

82/100

Most students recommend him because he gives strong feedback and helps them grow, though seekers.

Both formats are mostly positive, but online has more hesitation from .

Course guide

See how this professor fits your week.

Grading

Strict

34/100

Students repeatedly call him a tough or and revision support.

Format shift

Both formats mention tough grading, with in-person reviews providing the largest and most consistent evidence.

Workload

Moderate

52/100

The workload is usually paper-heavy but manageable, with feedback and revision opportunities reducing the burden.

Format shift

Online reviews mention multiple essays, while , and several major papers.

Teaching experience

Excellent

88/100

Most reviews describe him as passionate, helpful, funny, caring, and especially strong .

Format shift

Both formats praise his teaching, with and classroom discussion.

Assessment method

FocusOnAssignments

28/100

Grades appear centered , and revisions rather than exams.

Format shift

Both formats emphasize essays and assignments, while as a major factor.

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Course format

Compare the in-person and online experience.

Classroom format

In person

42 reviews

High confidence · Best fit for Hardcore Learner

, and classroom energy, but repeatedly warn that participation and essay quality matter.

Main concern

The and mandatory or important participation.

What students said

“ and will go towards your grade”
ENG1A
“No . As in NONE.”
ENG1B
“He is a , but .”
ENG3

Remote format

Online

8 reviews

High confidence · Best fit for Effort For Reward

and creativity but are more split on grading, with several calling him tough or picky.

Main concern

The main and needing to meet his expectations closely.

What students said

“Professor Tannen is a .”
ENG3
“its LITERALLY an easy A.”
ENGL3
“The class.”
ENG3

Exam style

Know what to expect from exams and major assignments.

and mixed, with and another mentioning a final without enough detail.

No Final ExamFinal MentionedEssay-Based AssessmentReviews Do Not Clearly Prove Proctoring

Assessment risk

Varies

65/100

Low score means less forgiving assessment conditions.

In person

ENG3 class and a final in one ENG1A review, so the overall exam setup varies or .

No Final ExamFinal MentionedEssay-Based Assessment
“ .”
ENG3
“There are 3 essays and a final.”
ENGL1A

Online

Online reviews do not clearly prove webcam use, proctoring, .

Student evidence

See what students actually said.

Top student voice

“Mr. Tannen is a , but ”

Voice snapshots generated from 50 reviews, highlighting key themes in teaching and grading. Credibility rating: High.

🎯 Teaching Quality

88/100

“He masterfully teaches ethos, pathos, and logos to help you find your voice.”

⚖️

34/100

“No . As in NONE. but and allows one re submission.”

👍 Recommendation Level

82/100

“TAKE THIS CLASS IF YOU CAN.”

Theme 1

👨‍🏫 About Teaching Style

  • He actually breaks it down for you instead of .
  • He gives a lot of and is willing to stay after class to help students.
  • Entertaining lecturer.

Theme 2

📈 About Difficulty and Grades

  • He is a , but .
  • I had to work really hard to pass this class.
  • This class isn't a cake walk, you'll have to work work it.

Theme 3

❤️ About Character

  • and understanding.
  • He cares for students mental and physical health.
  • He leads by example and truly cares about student growth.

Data context

See exactly what the AI read.

Analysis sample

50

Recent reviews read by the AI

106

Lifetime ratings

96/100

Evidence confidence

Fifty reviews across many years and both formats provide rich, consistent evidence about teaching strength and .

Inside 50 stored ratings

Quality ratings

5 out of 580
4 out of 514
3 out of 53
2 out of 56
1 out of 54

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Reported outcomes

A range results lead the reported letter grades.

35 reported outcomes

A range

13

A+ 1 · A 11 · A- 1

B range

13

B+ 4 · B 8 · B- 1

C range

5

C+ 1 · C 4

D range

1

D 1

F

0

No reported values

No letter grade reported

3

Drop/Withdrawal 1 · Rather not say 2