Friday, December 19, 2008

Student Advice To Future Students

In the comments section of this post, please write suggestions to future students - advise them on how to succeed in Physics at St. Johnsbury. What should they remember, what should they know, both about me, the course, the book, the labs, the assignments - anything!

31 comments:

  1. basiscally be ready to listen alot to him he talks a whole bunch!

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  2. To the future students of Mr. Zucker,
    My best advice to you is, turn in your assignments on time ALL the time, and he'll never bother you. Though, watch out because when he gets bored, he likes to pick on his favorite students. And he may lie and say that yo're class is the best, when really, he says it to everyone. But he's not a bad teacher, actually, he's one of the best teachers I've had and he makes the class more fun to be in. So, don't get on his bad side, do your best, and I promise you'll survive the class =]

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  3. Begin to work on your debating skills. Don't get me wrong, I loved the class and Zucker is great, but if you have a different opinion than him at any point-get ready for a debate to the death. As for the other aspects, get your work in on time, take REALLY good notes (questions on the tests are somethimes a little obscure) and ask him about hiking or his dog if you desire to deture the topic. I can almost guarentee that you'll love this class.

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  4. For future students:
    I would say that you should have taken Algebra Two, or be currently taking it. Because, by taking Algebra Two you are furthering your understanding of formulas used in Physics class. Other than that, just respect your teacher, and do the best you can. That sounds a bit cliche, but it's worth a shot.
    To teachers:
    Do not treat you students badly, embarras them, or make them feel inferior. Do not pick favourites, teachers pets, etcetera. Although, to get specific, Zucker never did this without knowing his students well enough for them to understand that he was joking. He is a very good teacher, and I hope that he stays around for a long time, for the student's sake.
    Thank you. :D

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  5. This class is really fun and a good mix of fun and work. To be succsessful in this class, you should take the "take-home tests" serious and take the chance to re-do them if they were bad. If you pay attention in this class, what shouldn't be very difficult, because this class is always fun and you risk to miss something amazing if you don't pay attention, and do your homework you will be succsessful.
    so have fun in this class, Mr. Zucker was my favourite teacher!

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  6. Wow, I'm not really sure what type advise I could give you, that would help you survive this class... But here's some tips:
    -No matter what you have to do, make sure you know your stuff. Otherwise, you'll probably be "recommended" to Colby 208, A.K.A the Learning Center.
    -Do NOT flinch forward, when the bowling ball comes at you.
    -Do not fall for the "You can sleep in Mr. Vinton's office"...its not comfy.
    -no calculator = negative party points
    -You might want a spend a few minutes each weekend, preparing jokes or sarcastic comebacks, they can sometimes get you bonus points.
    They're not much to say about Mr. Zucker's physics class....just have fun. ^^

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  7. dont fall asleep, bad thing happen

    talk about spanky the wonderdog....

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  8. Zucker is fricken insane .........

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  9. okay you don't wanna do work ask about the shaggy dog, spanky the wonder dog, black holes, and Giles in block B 1st semester. If you fall asleep you will be woken up in the freakiest ways.take notes for the test and use the book cause he hardly elaberates on some subjects.Use you're notes on the take home tests.And whatever you do pay attention the best you can.okay like now(as i write this) he's talking about drag dressers...okay have fun.Best of luck you'll need it.

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  10. Don't fall asleep
    Freddy Kruger has nothing on what will happen to you in this class. Imagine your worst nightmare now multoply it by 6.67 X 10^24
    and you have the outcome to falling asleep.

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  11. I personally enjoyed this class Mr. Zucker is an awesome teacher but he's a better comedian.
    When you start ask about the Shaggy dog joke it is hilarious. You will really enjoy the joke.

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  12. zucker is the bombizzle

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  13. i loved his class, it was by far the best science course i have taken at stj, hes a great teacher.

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  14. take a lot of notes

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  15. Mr. Zucker has away of making people laugh! This class had its ups and downs, but most of the time everyone was laughing and having a really good time. :)

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  16. This class is not that bad, just pay attention and do your work.

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  17. Mr. Zucker is so hood.
    He likes pandas and hugs and physics.

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  18. Ok so Mr. Zucker is CRAZY. Physics is not physics without him and you will not enjoy this class with ANY other teacher. Room 222 is always avalible when you don't want to be in class, just ask for a pass!!! It's so convenient. Laugh at ALL the jokes. Party points galoreee.

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  19. If you draw eyes on your eylids you can sleep through class.

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  20. Obey Gravity. It's the Law.

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  21. The sky is blue, because Mr. Zucker says it is. As is water. Don't question it.

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  22. there are no laws but neutons, follow them like the 10 commmandment....and gravity hurts

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  23. Mr. Zucker is a hero. He made Physics a little bit exciting. Especially some jokes are funny. But the " Take-Home " sucked really bad!! I didnt make one of these. GOD

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  24. Mr. Zucker is a very funny man, if he yells at you hes probably just joking (he takes you outside of the class if he is accually mad)
    P.S. Dont say CP in class. trust me.

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  25. Whoever reads this,Mr.Zucker is one of the most Kick Ass teachers ever! He's really funny, but sometimes gets off topic... HAVE FUN SUCKER!!! Ha Ha!
    JP

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  26. When having things come flying at you and Mr. Zucker says to don't move, DON'T MOVE!!!!

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  27. ATTENTION STUDENTS:
    Mr. Zucker has a relaxed, laid back teaching style. DO NOT BE LULLED INTO A FALSE SENSE OF INVULNERABILITY. Mr. Zucker still expects your finest work. Be diligent, and your semester will be a happy. Another important point: Make good graphs. If you don't know how to use Microsoft Excel to make graphs, learn quickly. Graphing is an important part of the class.

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  28. Be prepared 2 have fun and learn at the same time
    Engage in class..its fun
    Never fall asleep..lol
    Talk in class
    Laugh (when appropriate)
    Encourage others
    Yell(just kidding)

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  29. Have fun in class but also keep at a work sense level of fun ask about climbing stories do the homework assigned or else he will have fun with the meter beater (jk) but get the home work in

    Do as he says to get party points
    watch out for trick questions
    Remeber what you need for class
    Listen once cause that is the only time you will hear him

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