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Shurtleff is the ONLY teacher you should take for a film class!!!

agreed! excellent teacher for anyone taking Film at ICC

Great teacher. Makes you WANT to learn.

Makes learning fun. Very easy to listen to as he keeps the whole class involved, yet makes it a very comfortable learning environment. If you take Film 110, make sure it's with Shurtleff.

Awesome teacher! If you want to actually learn something about film, take Shurtleff.

He really knows his stuff. He's handled every outlandish question thrown his way adeptly. His test prep info is comprehensive and accurate. His class is fun and interesting. Nice to see lit done this way.

Hard on papers, but understands what he is talking about.

Good teacher, nice person outside, but complete **** inside. FILM clas is super easy and even interesting, but ENGlish is kind of hard because he asks too much.

very good teacher knows what he is taliking about and knows how to teach you what he is talking about

great teacher really knew his stuff and was very helpful. Also kept the class interesting throughout the entire semester.have to do a lot of reading but other than that...test arent hard as long as you go to class and pay attention and do the work. I would recommend his class if you need lit credit

Good teacher, fun class, had a great time. Very good job with grading scale. Easy to get a B on papers, but have to put forth the extra effort for the A. Awesome group projects and probably my only prof that knows be on a first name basis.

If you love to write creatively he's a great teacher. Really enjoyed the class. He inspired me to do well, persuading me to get published, and I did! ;) Nice assignments, plenty of time to complete them, and cool class environment (after a time you don't have to meet in the class room). Recommended.

Really enjoyable class;don't expect to just watch movies,though.He teaches it more like a lit class but you learn a lot & he picks good flicks.Very nice guy,fun to talk to outside of class.He's very passionate about movies.Only complaint:he doesn't give test hints. But 6 easy 10pt quizs=1 test grade

Took over summer and was fun and easy! Took him for Lit 115 too and love his teaching! Just pay attention and take notes and you will do fine! He makes everything he talks about interesting!

One of the best teachers at ICC. If you have a question he is more than helpful in and out of class. As long as you read the material and do the required homework, you'll find these classes to be very easy.

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He was a really awesome teacher for Creative Writing. However, he is very critical on the type of stories students write. I wrote about vampires and monsters and he had a heyday criticizing the hell out of them. That is my style but he didn't like it. Sure, we're all opinionated in various ways but there is no right way to write a story....I think he could've been a little more flexible when it came to other peoples work. A story is a story to me. No hidden meanings...just a story.

A hard grader, but a decent teacher im not sure if there is anyone else that teaches this class but u may want to look into it

Good teacher! He is knowledgeable about the information but don't expect the class to be an easy A. Read everything he tells you too and make sure you pay attention to the significance and insight during class. Don't miss a single session or you won't be able to catch up.

Decent teacher, he does expect a lot of his students. So if you think you're gonna take film and just sit and watch movies, think again. This guy knows what he's talking about and WILL make you earn your grade.

Took class in accelerated amount of time (summer class). Tough but fair. Teaching very clear and well explained. Alot of work but pace not impossible. Highly recommened.

Awesome instructor, awesome class. Very clear on his expectations and very fair on grading. This is college people- you are going to have to work for that "A." (btw previous poster- I DO have three children, a husband and a job outside the home- and an "A" in Lit 115)

He is a good teacher. He is clear in his intentions, his expectations and his instructions. He really knows what he is talking about and knows how to teach it to others. He does give a lot of writing assignments and expects a lot but if you show up, do the work, and study you will do fine.

Great teacher all around and cares about his students. Would reccommend him to anyone!!!! But be forewarned, if you don't want to be challenged...find someone else to take...he's a toughie!

This was a hard class but only because you have to remember the mythological names for tests/quizes. Mr. Shurtleff is an excellent teacher and is very willing to help with whatever you need. He also makes the class very fun.

this guy has some of the hardest tests/quizzes that i have ever taken. i talked to him about it and he said that if they werent hard he wouldnt know if we learned anything. he is there doing his job perfectly. i didnt think that film was going to teach me anything. Mr Shurtleff is a very good teacher, and a very nice guy in general.

Craig gives (great) notes, and if something comes up in the notes that will be on the test, he outwardly tells you. Everything that is on a test of his, you can guarantee he's discussed it with the class. Also had to take online quizzes, information was either in reading or in notes. VERY easy A if you understand these basic concepts.

Mr. Shurtleff is a wonderful teacher. You can tell he is not only knowledgeable about film, but loves it. He is willing to explain things with students both in and out of class. If you show up to class and take notes, you'll do fine.

This class was fun and easy. He really knows his stuff and is always willing to help you. The quizes are EASY if you read the book. His tests are 1/3 book, movie and notes. Pay attention and listen and you will get an easy A. I barely studied and got an A. Take his class, it's loads of fun.

Very interesting material and He knows the material very well. He will ask a lot from his students, but it is college. You'll have to read a fair amount and make sure to take in text notes while reading, it will save you on the writing assignments and essay parts of tests. Study supplemental material!!!

Amazing class....made me want to change my major because he made it so fun....

I thought he was a very good teacher. Clear on what was expected, and what assignments were as well what the quizzes/ tests would be over.

Craig expects alot but it is only because he wants his students to succeed. He'll drop the lowest test grade at the end of the semester to help out. He's tough but his class will make you a better student.

First teacher to give a crap about my education at ICC. I have him for 2 classes and I'm signing up for any more I can. He makes you work hard for your grades but you learn so much in his classes that the work is worth it.

Awesome teacher. Great story selection for this particular class. Great class discussion as well. If you will have a problem reading 5 novels and 25+ short stories then this class is not for you - it is not a blow off class. Really cares about individual students and does a lot to clarify what he's looking for in grading. TAKE!

I reccomend anyone with English as a major to take a class from Craig. He expects a lot from students, but truly cares about them. He's the type of teacher you want to impress. Craig truly improved my reading analysis and writing skills.

Craig is passionate about what he teaches. He wants you to see sides of movies that you may not notice on your own, besides the plot. Good guy and is clear about what is expected.

Mythology. This was an involving class. There was an outside of class writing about once a week the first half of the semester but was not difficult. Lots of reading involved and the second half of the semester is all Group Work. He does great reviews for Finals and Midterms. Suggest the teacher but not the class!

I've had Mr. Shurtleff for several classes now and he's probably my favorite professor I've ever had. He's very knowledgable and passionate about what he teaches and he wants his students to feel the same way. It's not a super easy A but as long as you try and read the sections he tells you to read, you should be fine.

He is a great teacher, but I promise he expects A LOT out of you. He is not a teacher to have if you want to just float on by. A ton of reading and writing in this class.

He was extremely easy to get along with as you tried. Grant it mythology is a breeze for me, he was able to still challenge me daily.

Shutleff is a great teacher who will go the extra mile for the student if they are willing to put in effort. He has taught me to look at reading in a different light. Awsome guy! Anyone who loves to read or needs a good teacher take Shurtleff! He is one of the greatest teachers ever!

He was by far my favorite professor. He was passionate about what he was teaching and he kept you interested the entire class. Honestly hope I can take more classes with him in the future

Craig is a very passionate about his teaching and his students. He expects a LOT from his students and challenges them every chance he gets. Many students will downrate him for this, citing him as being on a power trip or being a jerk, but that's because he explains his expectations and holds you to them. If he says due Wed, he MEANS due Wed.

Easily one of my top three favorite professors. He was interesting to listen to and encouraged class feedback on the stories/ideas presented in class. He makes you work for your A, but you know the material better in the end. AWESOME TEACHER!!! If you get the choice, TAKE HIM!

Mr. Shurtleff is very passionate about the topic and expects his students to go above and beyond and be just as passionate. He is a great teacher but you are going to work a little for a good grade.

Craig is fair, patriotic, a little abrupt, and a good teacher.

Shurtleff is brilliant if you are taking Mythology with him. What a fun class! There are group projects, but I found them fun. Be willing to go the mile and it's an easy A.

Good teacher. He makes the class hard and expects a lot from you, but in the end you actually learn to write a paper. People should also note that he isn't very clear with his sarcasm so watch out for it.

From day one he comes off pretty brash, and he can be. I took Film because I love movies, I expected to learn something new too. I felt he overcompensates for people trying to take an easy class. His test are mostly fill in the blank and essay, so be prepared.

Probably my favorite teacher at ICC. He is straight-forward, honest, funny, sarcastic, and all around awesome. You do a lot of reading/writing, but it's a LIT class; so that makes sense. You need to work, but I promise you will learn A LOT from him. He is a fair grader, amazing professor, and I always wanted to come to class. I love Shurtleff!

Great teacher! Wanted to come to this class every day; got sad when it was over. Great lecturer, knowledgeable, interesting; commands respect from students. Don't take for easy A. You'll read 2 books, 5 plays, & research over 80 people; write each week & then do a 40 min group presentation. Wants in depth writing & expects a lot. This takes effort.

If you have any interest in being a student, ignore anyone on here that says this is a bad class or teacher. This is a lit class which means there will be reading and writing, which require a lot of effort & thought. You will spend a lot of time outside of class studying; there is more to learn than he has time to teach you. Awesome course/teacher

SIgned up for this class at first because I thought it would be interesting and an easy A. Its definitely not an easy class so don't be fooled! Craig is an AMAZING professor though!! One of the best i've had at ICC. He's funny but takes grading very seriously.He also offers a lot of extra credit. Definitely would recommend this class & teacher!!

I've had one quiz the whole semester and no tests. all the assignments were papers. You better like history because he teaches more about history than he does English. He encourages you to read the books but doesn't quiz you so no body has even opened theirs.

I loved this class. You must attend class or points will be taken off, but his lectures are informative and worthwhile. I have some really severe illnesses and he's the only professor I've ever had (out of over 30) who understood and showed concern. I'd highly recommend him, but not if you're looking for a blow-off, slacking off type of class.

Enlightening, but high expectations Professor Shurtleff gives very inspirational & informative lectures. The works we read revolved around existential issues, including works by Socrates, Henry Thoreau, Gandhi, MLK... However, his assignments are very demanding and require a lot more time & effort. Do not take it while pressured.

Shurtleff was a great teacher. He did have some lectures that were long and boring, but all teachers do. for the first half the semester you get assigned one paper a week. For the second half there is a group project worth 2 tests grades, but it's super easy to get an A or B on it. There are only 2 tests in the class which are the midterm and final

Very nice persson, always willing to speak with you. Extra credit is easy to do

Can't wait to take more classes with him. Very professional, and a caring instructor ICC needs more instructors like him. Take a class with him you will not be disappointed. You will write some papers, have a group project, tests are mainly short essay . You will need to work for your grade but, you are in college after all.

was considering majoring in creative writing, so i decided to take this class just to start off. but i did NOT enjoy this class at all. I like writing but shurtleff is VERY close minded and actually made me dread writing for this class. if you don't write what he wants to see, he tears it apart. Add some violence and stay far away from any romance.