Ethan Sprang
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 2027
Keep your papers labeled. Binder organization is a must, since he does actually grade your organization
Class of 2026
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Class of 2023
In IB Physics 2, if you can read a formula book you can do nearly no studying. The number of time's I've walked into a test knowing nothing and then got a grade far above average by thinking and reading the formula booklet is astounding. Everyone does badly, but as long as you are close to everyone else's score, the curve will save you. Homework is optional in the sense of "You don't need to answer all the questions, but you need to be able to answer any of them. "
Class of 2024
KEEP YOUR BINDER IN CHECK
Class of 2021
DO NOT TAKE THIS CLASS. THE INSTRUCTOR IS INCREDIBLY DISORGANIZED AND TAKES A YEAR TO GRADE PAPERS. IF SOMEHOW YOU END UP WITH HIM KISS YOUR STRAIGHT A RECORD GOOD BYE BECAUSE HE IS GOING TO MESS IT UP. OTHER THAN THAT MY BEST ADVICE WOULD TO GET TEST QUESTIONS FROM OTHER PEOPLE AND SOLVE THEM OUTSIDE OF CLASS BC THE STUFF U DO IN CLASS IS NOTHING LIKE WHATS ON THE EXAM. GOOD LUCK BUDDY.
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Class of 2023
He's a great teacher, he pushes the boundaries at times but makes clear that the ability to problem solve far usurps the topics in the class