Com 11: Mr. Jonathan Ong

Subject: Com 11: Introduction to Communication and Communication Theory

General Advice: Be responsible with your readings and simply take down important notes during class. The quizzes are basically the handouts. Papers, on the other hand, would require a bit more effort to ensure a high remark. Projects are, well, projects that need to be capitalized on. Though in short, the challenge is indeed manageable. 

Teaching Style: Sir Jon’s discussion involves a lot of intellectual conversations that sometimes has its “own language.” But that should not discourage the student to participate because one will definitely pick up a thing or two within class time. He’s just a great example of academic diplomacy and that’s what he encourages his students to do. The lessons won’t buzzkill thy brain if one reads ahead of time.

Don’t worry about hell weeks and Accounting exams. Sir’s very understanding and usually he’ll give the day off so you guys can prepare for those other requirements.

Technologically well-informed so Powerpoints (Keynote) are his status-quo with a dash of videos here and there. Media & Morality talks can also be expected during the course of the sem (that have the possibility of bonus points).

Requirements Level: Steady (or simply ‘just right’)

Study Habits: Do exert extra effort in projects and papers mainly because they do take huge chunks of your grade. As I said earlier, responsible reading is the way to go. Readings are part of oral exams, papers, etc. so use it to your advantage.

A-able Factor (1-Easiest, 5- Hardest): 1 if you follow the guidelines, 2 if you don’t

Com 12: Mr. Anjo Lorenzana

Subject: Com 12 Information Society

General Advice: Sir Anjo is a generally nice teacher. With no offense intended, he is very gay. This makes the class very funny because of his remarks but don’t let it fool you because he is very learned especially with Communication Theories. If you’re aiming for an A, don’t even hope for one because it’s not part of his grading criteria. In this sense, you’ll probably prioritize his class less but this is good since he doesn’t really give quizzes except for reflection papers, final projects, and occasional recitations. His lectures are simply an explanation of the readings that he assigns before class and it is encouraged to listen if you didn’t understand the readings. He is generally a nice teacher since he doesn’t get mad at his students and often resorts to his remarks, which will bring your attention back to him.

Teaching Style: Sir uses acetates and PowerPoint presentations a lot for his lectures and often requires students to read articles prior to class.

Study Habits: If you’re going for magis, read his articles before going to class. If you’re not, just listen to his discussion since it is simply an explanation of the articles. He’ll ask for a recitation but it can be made easy if you just answer or try to participate in class before you’ll get called. In this sense, he won’t call you anymore to “give chance to the others.” He will critically check your paper so you have to make sure that your papers make sense and apply the lessons really well – this is where listening to him will be very handy.

Requirements Level: Heavy. For Com12, he gives very light loads relative to the entire sem. You’ll be asked to write 2 or 3 reflection papers and a group paper about an application of Communication Theories (similar like a social study). The only thing that makes it really heavy is the fact that his deadlines are insane and he doesn’t give enough time. On the bright side, he doesn’t give quizzes but calls for recitation, which are more or less, common sense answers except for the technical terms.

A-able Factor (1-Easiest, 5- Hardest): 5. He simply doesn’t give A’s and will only give a B+ if you’re a truly one of a kind person. It is impossible to get one.

Com 12: Ms. Cheryl Borsoto

Subject: Communications 12

General Advice: Communications 12 with Ms. Borsoto is one that would make you attend each and every class, aside from the fact that she religiously checks the attendance, you can’t go wrong with her. Everything you read will be taught and all your insights are welcomed. Your resourcefulness will be an advantage especially in presenting your own unique technology review about innovation that maybe only you know from your class. Creative and Insightful projects can spell an A in your grade.

Teaching Style/Method: Her lectures, quizzes and recitations are all based on her readings.

Requirements Level: Moderate

Study Habits: Give time to read her assigned readings and Think outside the box

A-able Factor (1-Easiest, 5- Hardest)r: 1