Wesley Hoopes
Data based on 5 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 2020
Have trust in Mr. Hoopes. You won't realize it right away, but you will learn so much about physics from him. The great thing about physics is that you're allowed to use the equation sheet the entire year (you're even provided one on the actual AP test if you're taking it), and you can pretty easily find any value you need using whatever equation you want, so you're allowed quite a bit of freedom. As the man himself once said, "The Physics always works, sometimes we don't. "
Class of 2020
Make sure to listen to Mr. Hoopes, he has an extremely good grasp of the course materials, and will do his best to help you prepare for the exam.
Additional Comments
Class of 2020
The passage rate for the AP Physics 1 Exam in 2019 was around 45. 4% globally. The passage rate for my class was above 70%