Richard Soare
Data based on 7 reviews.
What kind of test questions does this teacher use most often (choose one):
Multiple ChoiceIs the teacher available for extra help during study halls, lunchtime, before or after school, etc.?
Almost AlwaysThe teacher responds to emails promptly. Do you...
Strongly AgreeThe teacher posts in-class materials online for reference (slides, etc.):
Almost AlwaysThe teacher lets us know at the beginning of the course and along the way how much each part of the class (homework, papers, quizzes and tests) counts towards our total grade:
Strongly AgreeHow much homework does this teacher assign?
Way too muchThe amount of writing required in this class is:
Very HighThe teacher allows us to use technology in class (e.g. laptop, calculator, smart pen, etc.)
Almost AlwaysHow much memorization is required to do well in this teacher’s course?
Very HighWhat advice would you give yourself if you were just starting the class now?
Class of 2021
Be prepared for a lot of research and a lot of writing during a short and NON-NEGOTIABLE amount of time
Class of 2020
If you have to take Soare for the semester, I would highly suggest to drop his class. He is a very strict grader who wants only the specific answers he finds correct. He is also very mean when it comes to grading, and rarely answers a question asked satisfactorily. All in all, he is a very bad teacher. Good luck to anyone who has to deal with him.
Additional Comments
Class of 2021
Very condescending and rude, looking for very specific answers in papers and assignments anything else will receive a bad grade. Feedback on assignments and papers is often overwhelming and not helpful. Look for an alternate teacher if possible.