Jonathan Rick

This professor has taught: ENGL394

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Jonathan Rick ENGL394 Expecting an A Anonymous 10/30/2024	I am 7 years out of school and still think back to the Business Writing Course I took with Professor Rick. This class is essential for students to be prepared for the workforce. I still use the tools we learned and wish my colleagues had taken this class too!
Jonathan Rick ENGL394 Expecting an A- Anonymous 10/02/2024	The professor that has most clearly impacted the way I think and write. Treats students with respect and is very up front with his expectations. If you pay attention and engage, then the work will be easy. But if it doesn't feel easy, he is very passionate and willing to help you understand anything you aren't currently getting. Makes long class times breeze by also.
Jonathan Rick ENGL394 Anonymous 08/28/2024	I don't understand the other comments. Either this course is horribly hard or quite easy. Maybe that contradiction is what a good class should be - hard for some, easy for others. In my opinion, Professor Rick is the best professor I had at UMD. He makes class time breeze through, he teaches you things that matter in work and life, and he cares about helping students.
Jonathan Rick ENGL394 Expecting a B+ Anonymous 08/27/2024	If you come to class, pay attention, and put effort into your work (which should be a given) this will be one of the most beneficial classes you'll take. The assignment, slide decks, and material is all deliberate and well thought-out, and Professor Rick commonly asks for feedback on assignments and how to improve them. He also brings engagement and energy to every class! You will definitely dedicate some time but it is worth it.
Jonathan Rick ENGL394 Anonymous 08/26/2024	This class is quite easy and there is no busy work involved. That is the only positive note I can say. The professor on the other hand... is one of the most arrogant and egotistic professors I have ever met. Take for an easy A but if you can... save yourself the headache of interacting with him.
Jonathan Rick ENGL394 Expecting a C- Anonymous 08/26/2024	You do not want this guy as your professor. He is arrogant and rude. He loves to embarrass kids in the class especially ones who don't speak English as their first language or more awkward kids that seem to have anxiety/be on the spectrum. He grades very hard and is just very particular about most things. Most of his classes he talks about himself and tries to convince you he is amazing. While some of the class material is useful, he makes this class consume your life. You will spend way more hours on this class than you would like. Only sign up for this class with this guy if you don't want free time and are into being humiliated in front of peers.
Jonathan Rick ENGL394 Expecting an A Anonymous 06/07/2024	He's eccentric. I really disliked the class at the beginning of the semester, because of how detail oriented and time consuming the assignments were, but over time you realize and get into the flow of things. I definitely spent more time on this class than any other FSPW class would have, but I think I also learned more because it's not busy work. Attendance is important and assignments are pass/fail or out of 100. He does allow revisions for assignments though and no technology is allowed during class except for assigned activities.
Jonathan Rick ENGL394 Expecting an A Anonymous 03/11/2024	Professor Rick’s class is super engaging and informative. He’s very passionate and knowledgeable about writing and wants everyone to learn. There’s no busy work or textbook for the class. Overall, if you follow the instructions on assignments and don’t rush them, you’ll do well.
Jonathan Rick ENGL394 Expecting an A Anonymous 09/14/2023	Professor Rick's ENGL394 course has been one of the most useful courses I've taken at UMD. He's 100% committed to helping students grow both professionally and personally. GREAT sense of humor, and what you learn in class you WILL apply to your real life. Professor Rick is very open to feedback and genuinely cares about his student's success. Show up to every class, ask questions, do the readings, and it's the easiest A you'll get.
Jonathan Rick ENGL394 Expecting an A Anonymous 08/31/2023	Probably one of the best teachers I've ever had. My class period was long and late at night, however, Professor Rick never failed to keep the class's attention. He's funny, energetic, and genuinely cares about his students. You will learn so many skills that you actually use in the real world (how to send professional emails, present/create engaging slideshows, and create effective résumés). I don't think other professional writing courses offer what this class does. You'd be foolish not to go with Professor Rick.
Jonathan Rick ENGL394 Expecting an A- Anonymous 05/27/2023	Ignore the other reviews they’re fake. This class is up to you, if you want highly involved class participation and hard grading. The assignments aren’t bad and he does make class fly by, but compared to other ENGL394 courses, they have less coursework and much easier grading.
Jonathan Rick ENGL394 Expecting an A- Anonymous 05/21/2023	Attendance is mandatory, he reviews slide decks each class with a few exercises. Very particular - flexible with some things but unmoving with others.
Jonathan Rick ENGL394 Expecting an A+ Anonymous 05/04/2023	His assignments aren't hard as long as you follow instructions. His classes are a lot of fun, and he makes it a point to constantly interact with students.
Jonathan Rick ENGL394 Expecting an A Anonymous 04/25/2023	Professor Rick is easily one of the best professors at UMD. He openly admits that he is a stickler for details, but if you really try on the assignments that are only due once or every other week, it's not hard to get an A on every assignment. There's no busy work, the readings take 10 mins max to do, and the class itself is extremely engaging. He is a great speaker and does an awesome job at not making the 3 hour class feel so daunting. Professor Rick is extremely knowledgeable and makes the course content really stick. The class was honestly fun, there was never a dull moment and he is relatable! I got so much out of his class, he really wants you to do well and learn. An easy A if you take his feedback with a grain of salt, pay attention, and show genuine interest.
Jonathan Rick ENGL394 Expecting an A- Anonymous 01/11/2023	Great professor! His knowledge and enthusiasm for Business Writing is legitimately off the charts. He wants you to succeed as much as possible, as well. Though, his teaching style can strike you the wrong way (at first) if you're not ready for it. He constantly calls on random individuals to read/participate whether they want to or not. Personally, I did not find this to be a problem (as it's really not a big deal if you mess up). Though, this caught me off guard the first couple of lectures.
Jonathan Rick ENGL394 Expecting a B Anonymous 10/24/2022	Professor Rick provides everything you need and more as a business writing professor. His interactive lectures teach you in depth tactics to create a resume, produce a proper email/memo, and enhance your overall writing ten fold in just a semester. He uses gives his students the same advice that he would give to his professional peers. The grading is extremely clear but tedious. If you pay attention to details it wont be a problem.
Jonathan Rick Anonymous 10/14/2022	Professor Rick’s class was by far the most helpful in preparing me for post college, professional life. His guidance on résumé writing, cover letters, and email etiquette stand out as things I will carry with me for years to come. Students must put in the work to succeed, but those who do will find a great professional connection moving forward.
Jonathan Rick Expecting an A Anonymous 10/13/2022	Professor Rick’s class was by far the most helpful in preparing me for post college, professional life. His guidance on résumé writing, cover letters, and email etiquette stand out as things I will carry with me for years to come. Students must put in the work to succeed, but those who do will find a great professional connection moving forward.
Jonathan Rick ENGL394 Expecting a B+ Anonymous 02/02/2022	Professor Rick is an extremely entertaining and engaging professor. He made a 3 hour long 6-9pm English class bearable and interesting. This class is not a cakewalk however and professor rick has very clear expectations that are outlined in his assignment instructions. If you follow his instructions and take his feedback to heart and apply it to future assignments then you're golden. Every time I met with him after class he would outline each and every thing I did right and wrong and how to improve in a respectful and kind manner. Professor Rick also provides you with valuable writing skills that have helped me in all of my future classes and even with landing a job.
Jonathan Rick ENGL394 Expecting an A- Anonymous 06/23/2021	This course makes you think and gives you a chance to learn real life job skills. This course from any other prof is useless and boring. He runs this course like a workshop which makes it more engaging and participation-based than a regular class. His bad reviews are from people who don't read his (detailed, and very clear) hw instructions. Sorry, in the real world, you need to read instructions, or you don't get paid. Want to goof off and get an easy A? Want to waste your time and not learn? Take a different course.
Jonathan Rick ENGL394 Anonymous 06/14/2021	Professor Rick equips you with practical tools needed in the real world. He’s passionate & informative about what he teaches!
Jonathan Rick ENGL394 Expecting an A Anonymous 09/20/2020	I can’t believe I have to take him. My father saw us on zoom and heard a snippet of class, and was shocked and amused with how he stated subjective things as fact in such an arrogant manner. I feel like I will do well in his class, but he is an annoying teacher to have- not someone I would want to know in a personal or professional setting. And he does love talking about himself.