Ok so his first semester here he struggled but the guy realized it and is chaging things around. His class is alright but how interesting can make the history of Isreal? He is a very nice guy and cares about you alot. YOu have to work but it is ok.

Spring semester much better than Fall '03. I got a perfect score on the first exam and I've never taken any religion class before. He has totally redone the tests and curriculum and I think Fall 2004 will be even better b/c he is continuing improvements.

I think he is a great Professor! He has really done a good job at trying to make this class fun. Don't be afraid to take his class! It is not that hard if just put some time into it!

Always willing to help...goes out out of his way for his students more than any professor I have ever had. He basically gives the test away every time, and I think that when over half of the class has As, there has to be a reason for it.

anyone who speaks bad about heard just can't cut it in general. it is a tough class, but this is college - he is a goofy guy, but he helps out a ton, and offers so many bonus points that i finished the class over a perfect score. its not that hard at all.

He has too much time--he puts a TON of effort into his preparation guides that are due every day, and into his powerpoint presentations. His class is pretty boring ususally, but it's nice that he's organized. Overall, he's ok but the class itself isnt fun

this guy puts soooo much effort into his work,it's obvious that he genuinely cares for his students. he has such a passion for what he does and it's really inspriring. as for the tests - well they keep us up to scratch for the exams hello!

he is so sweet and enthusiastic plus he is pretty darn good looking

This class is toooo hard! Alot of preperation is needed. Although he is extremly helpful and organized, you still need to study a looot to get a decent/good grade. Unless you've been to sunday school, dont take his class.too diffiicult!

The classes itself are interesting, and he obviously loves his subjects matter. But the tests are impossible (esp. #3). On average, I put 10+ hours into studying for each exam and I still didn't get the grades I want. My 500 level classes are way easier than this one. I

he puts soooooo much effort into his work, its amazing and inspiring.He genuinaly cares about his studetns. HOWEVER ...the class is very difficult and requries a lot of work and time. ALOT. WARNING: IF NOT A RELGION MAJOR, SEEK ANOTHER PROFESSOR.

Dr. Heard does his job well. It is by no means an easy class, but if you genuinely try and learn the material, you'll be rewarded. I didn't do super well in the class, but I got what I deserved. He'll teach you religion well, plus he has a great passion for his work.

True, he is a hard teacher, but he has clear expectations. All you have to do is a bit more studying than most other classes to get an A. He is VERY helpful and always available, and likes his students. He is goofy and funny and so very very cute...

Put the time and dedication to learn the material and you'll be fine. STUDY GROUPS HELP A LOT! At times the class is boring but c'mon, it's the Old Testament, that's not his fault! Very nice, always available and very helpful.

His tests are really tough, but he makes class interesting and tries to keep lectures short... The amount of reading can sometimes get a lil rediculous, but you can usually get by with skimming for hw assignments, but you'll have to really study for the tests

Awesome class! Just study the night before and you'll be fine on the test.

Dr. Heard is great. Trust me, his tests are not that hard. I know a lot of people that consistently got over a hundred on them. Class is very interesting and Dr. Heard is very enthusiastic about the subject. I definitely reccommend this prof!

You're not going to slide by, but with a little effort you really can get an A in this class. Heard is so helpful and so enthusiastic, a little too much, but he really likes teaching. If you are unclear about the subject matter going in, take Heard, cause he is so clear.

Dr. Heard is the MAN! He's very enthusiastic and will often come dressed as biblical characters for fun. All his tests give a free 10% so there is no reason, unless you dont give a F*($ about the class to get less than a B on the exams. *This doesn't mean you dont have to study!* Have fun!

If you know the OT before the class you should be fine. If not FORGET ABOUT IT. Makes himself available for his students. Seems to really care. Need to study hard for test. For Test three you can not wait till the night before. I recommend him, but just be prepared to go to work.

great study guides, easy tests as long as you study. posts powerpoint presentations online. does everything he can to make sure you do well if you try

People who don't like him are just extremely lazy. He is SO helpful and clear and has an adorable personality. He is a bit demanding but really not that hard if you study. Yeah I said study. In college. Imagine that.

He is a great teacher. No text books. Homework every night with readings and short quizzes on blackboard but if you do well on them you won't even have to take the final. He is fun and upbeat. Lectures aren't any less boring than any other class. I'd say they're actually interesting.

Heard is very precise and methodical in his teaching. He is not too hard, but you will learn the information. I am going to take him again soon for an upper division class.

Dr. Heard is a true Biblical scholar. He is one of the most intelligent teachers I have ever met. I like that he teaches his class like a history class. He rarely interjects his own point of view, or even a Christian point of view. The hours of work he dedicates to preparing for class is astounding. He wants everyone to do well in his class.

Must've done something to improve since the previous comments. Class isn't too hard. Homework before every class are preps on BB that take 1 to 2 hrs. Very enthusiastic in class, but actually shy and awkward outside of it. Class is a little boring, Tests are reasonable and if you ace all the quizzes on the preps, you don't have to take the final.

not really a hard class, the daily quizzes are actually harder than the tests. he tells you exactly what to study for, adn you may not have to take the final. i recommend him.

This is a pretty fair class, not to hard, but you still have to try. There is no text book and everything is online. He makes really good powerpoint presentations and is a nice guy.

Heard is the man! He takes class participation, so make sure you're in class on time...and have your "clicker" with you as well. Do well on his online quizzes (which are hw) and do the test outlines and you'll do fine.

Bright as a sunlamp; cool as an LED.

chris to teach rel 101 differently this year, with projects instead of tests. class pretty easy. homework is important to do to be able to follow along the next day. he does a lot of activities during class. sometimes, i felt like i hadn't learned much, but then helped my friends study for their r101 class, and i feel like i learned what they did.

You have 40 points for the entire semester. 10 for the final, 10 for attendance/participation and 20 for two activities of your choice. No homework other than watching a few videos, no major papers, watched videos, and had major interaction with the class and teacher through activities. Easiest college class I've taken yet and incredibly fun.

I dreaded taking REL101 because ive never touched a bible in my life let alone actually read it. Heard makes awesome powerpoints and is super helpful in and out of class. I dont think attendance is mandatory but his tests are based on lecture, so go! hes a really cool guy (though sometimes kind of awkward..)

This guy is a kook, he plays theme songs before his classes, and he thinks he's the man. He trys to be funny but in reality it's quite the opposite. His grading style is extremely intense, and the way he teaches in class doesn't prepare you for the way he grades at all. He's extremely annoying and uninteresting, so I would avoid him if you can.

I have not taken religion before this and I feel its a disadvantage to take this class without much knowledge. He assigns a quiz after every class and I have got 0 out of 250 in four of quizzes although I have paid attention in class. Although I've lost interest in his class, he seems to be inconsistent with what he expects from students.

Has a really good sense of humor and is a really nice guy. His lectures can be somewhat hard to follow and I wish he had clearer powerpoints that he posted on Courses. However I found out that you can use his youtube channel and get quality lectures from there. It sort of makes me wonder why he doesn't use those lectures in class.

Really nice guy with a great sense of humor. Is there for help if you need him. If you aren't doing well at first (like I was), make sure you go and ask him how you can improve, otherwise you'll be screwed, as some of the assignments can be confusing. Otherwise, just pay attention to the lectures and take notes; you'll love him!

Great prof! Really easy to get an A if you show up to class! Weekend exercises were a little hard, but most of your grade is attendance and preparation guides which are free points. Heard is really funny and actually cares about his students plus I learned a lot without putting in that much effort.

Dr. Heard is a really nice man and is passionate about his subject. If you do your work outside of class, it is easy to get an "A." There are no in class tests or quizzes. Do not listen to the negative comments; He is a good teacher.

Dr. Chris is a great guy. He is personable and friendly. He is passionate about what he is teaching, but can lose some students during lectures. He offers interesting insight, but is spacey and disorganized. SO. MUCH. HOMEWORK. be prepared to work

Dr. Heard structures his class uniquely, like a video game, and it is that uniqueness that will make or break the class for most people. For me, it was an intuitive and stress-free approach, but it's gimmicky so it could annoy people too. The class is really easy though so there isn't much to complain about even if you object to its structure.

The tests and assignments are all done online on Courses. The questions are super specific. I suggest that you do the assignments and assessments as soon as they are assigned so that you don't forget to do them.

Dr. Heard really knows his stuff, but he tends to get too theological and that can bore students (since it's a GE and not everyone is there by choice). He isn't a hard A thats for sure, but you got to work!! He never gives in class tests (BEST PART), but you're expected to give tests every couple days via courses Pepperdine. Take him!

Love this professor! Such a fun guy! He always has loud music playing at the start of class and has an anagram for the class to solve every time. Classwork + all tests/exams are online! Cons are that he's not always too clear on his instructions and homework can be a bit lengthy + require lots of reading... but its usually pretty interesting!

Everything including homework, tests, and in class assignments, are ALL online. It was the easiest A I have ever gotten. You don't have to read. The homework are quizzes that you can take an endless amount of times and you just make a Word document of the answers and you're fine. The tests are just the quiz question plus some writing.

Easiest class ever if you just figure out his system. It's all online and you can always get 100% on the quizzes because you can take them an unlimited amount of times. There are SO many opportunities for points that even if you get C's on all your tests, you can still get an A in the class. That's what happened to me.

Heard changes his class structure regularly so you never know what you'll get, but luckily my class was pretty easy.. and strange. Religious role playing where all grades came from in character papers and reflection essays. A LOT of writing and no quizzes for me, but an all around easy class. He's also very willing to help if you go to office hours

Dr. Heard is extremely organized and I have learned a lot in his class. The reading and the tests are not easy but hes a negotiable professor. He curve grades in a deliberate manner and he gave extra credit if you strive toward it. I would not regret taking his class overall. Plus, hes the most funny and caring professor ever.

Challenging class, but if you care about learning Hebrew, prof. Heard makes it a really rewarding experience. No tests or quizzes, just pure participation, so try your best and show up to class and you'll get a good grade.