4.2

George Gibson

English - Southeastern Louisiana University

4.2
Quality
2.6
Difficulty
70%
Would Retake
153
Reviews
4.2
Quality
2.6
Difficulty
4.3
Helpful
4.1
Clarity

70%

Would Retake

153

Reviews

Rating Distribution
Official

5

99

4

24

3

9

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12

1

9

What Students Say

Will work with you and tell you the best route to take for essays

ENGL124H - 5.0 rating

He is probably one of the better choices for 102

ENG102 - 4.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

59%

Textbook Required

30%

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Based on 66 grades
Most common grades:
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A+ (14)
B+ (12)
Grade Distribution
A(35)B(13)C(4)D(2)F(0)A-/B+(13)
Based on 75 reported grades
A: 21
A+: 14
B+: 12
B: 11
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Gives good feedback (35)
Clear grading criteria (18)
Tough grader (14)
Hilarious (13)
Caring (12)
Amazing lectures (10)
So many papers (10)
Respected (9)
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231

4.0

ENGL121H

4.0

ENGL122H

4.0

ENG102

3.3

1022

3.0

Reviews (153)
5.0
2.0
ENGL101
Oct 23, 2006

He is a very good teacher. He explains all the information you need to know before he actually makes you write your essay. He is always available to help if you ask him. Does a lot of group projects to help us out. I am really enjoying his class.

5.0
1.0
ENGL101
Nov 10, 2006

I really liked Mr. Gibson. His class was easy and he gives a lot of in class group assignments about stories and topics to help you understand better. He is always willing to help outside of class if you need him and he is very easy when it comes to writing essays. He explains the material for essays very thoroughly.

5.0
3.0
ENGL102
Apr 4, 2007

Hes Great!... this class is interesting. I had him at the end of the day but still stayed awake. He goes over alot of Forensics and Mysteries. I actually wanted to go to class and he is always there if you fall behind.

5.0
1.0
ENGL101
Nov 16, 2007

Dr. Gibson was a great teacher! He is well prepared. He goes over essays very clearly. The class is very interesting because we'd learn about serial killers and mysterious things like that. My friends were jealous.

5.0
2.0
ENGL101
Nov 21, 2007

HE WAS AN AWESOME TEACHER! if you didnt understand something, you would just have to email him and he would help you. very understanding about missing class! be prepared to read ALOT! but not hard! but he makes you stay the whole class usually =(

5.0
1.0
ENGL101
Nov 26, 2007

I had dr. g for eng 101 and then took him for 102 he is my favortie person at selu! TAKE HIS CLASS!

2.0
4.0
ENGL102
Dec 10, 2007

This professor is extremely unorganized and lets his students control his class. He did not prepare me and many of my fellow classmates for the english 102 final proficiency exam. i would not reccomend this teacher to another student.

5.0
2.0
ENGL102
Feb 14, 2008

taking him currently and enjoying class so far. i love how he talks it's great and so far he's been very helpful and i'm a weak english student and i think i can pull off at least a b in his class this year. well i'll tell u what he says everyday to us when we have class " GOOD AFTERNOON, THANK YOU, I APPRECIATE IT"

5.0
2.0
ENGL102
Apr 2, 2008

This guy isn't bad at all. He's quite sarcastic and usually has interesting things to say about himself. He gives the room a comfortable atmostphere, in my class's case. His papers aren't long at all and he reads them (if you want him to) before you turn them in to help you out. Lots of readings, but most are on similar topics. VERY interesting.

5.0
1.0
ENGL102
Apr 7, 2008

This is Woug, and Mr. "Swag" is the best teacher at southeastern. He helps students out on anything. if u fail his class you are really really dumb or something.

5.0
3.0
ENG102
Sep 26, 2008

Absolutely love this teacher. I am a sucker for a sarcastic teacher, and he is very much one of those. He is very funny, and gives us interesting topics to write about. He lets us debate our issues, and we have an absolute blast. He is very helpful and makes me want to go to class. I am going to be looking for other classes he teaches.

4.0
2.0
ENGLI101
Nov 7, 2008

Great teacher... moves slow and is very helpfull. only wrote 3 papers and had weeks to do them and he helps you set them up in class

5.0
1.0
ENGL101
Dec 1, 2008

He is awsome, hes very sarcastic and sometimes you cant tell if hes joking or not. Hes a great teacher and gives you plenty of time and help on the papers, which are alot of fun to write. I highly recommend him im trying to get him for all my enlish classes.

5.0
1.0
ENG101
Feb 17, 2009

he is an awesome teacher. Very Helpful and very sarcastic.

5.0
3.0
ENGL231
Mar 16, 2009

awesome teacher! his assigned writings really make you think and they are very interesting. he reads and interprets the readings in class which is very helpful and is more than willing to help outside of class. i know if his classes are mandatory but i definitely recommend going.

5.0
1.0
ENGL231
May 6, 2009

His class is pretty easy, but it's a little boring. His voice is very monotone so it's hard not falling asleep.. especially in the very bland setting of DVics. If you want a teacher who is pretty lenient on grades, take him.

5.0
1.0
ENG101
Jun 11, 2009

Good teacher and pretty easy. I really liked him. Write several papers. He gave us the topic of our final before hand so I had written it already and just brought that into the final and wrote it in my bluebook. Lots of serial killer stuff. There is some group work and you do have to stand up in front of the class once.

5.0
1.0
ENGL102
Jul 9, 2009

He was very funny. He chose stories and articles that were interesting. He was always able to hold my attention in class.

4.0
2.0
ENG101
Oct 30, 2009

Once you get through the Forensic Argumentive essays you should be ok. The is no extra credit and your only grades come from the papers you write. There were a few quizes and vocabulary tests, but they counted nothing. I dont even know why I wasted my time studing for them. If you want to be a thinker, take him!

5.0
1.0
ENG101
Nov 10, 2009

Very good!

5.0
1.0
ENGL101
Mar 17, 2010

Mr. Gibson is my all time favorite professor! He chooses topics for his papers that are actually interesting. He is so willing to help you out with anything you need. He is the best English professor. TAKE HIS CLASSES! He also teaches 102 which is just as fabulous!

5.0
3.0
ENG102
Mar 25, 2010

My English 101 teacher did not help me prepare at all for 102, but Gibson really knows how to teach this course. I highly recommend him! He goes step by step of what he wants. Attend class and you'll do fine! Love him!

4.0
3.0
ENGL231
Apr 26, 2010

Professor Gibson is really nice. He is very helpful, and lenient with his grading. As long as you show up and read the stories, you'll pass.

5.0
1.0
ENG102
Apr 29, 2010

FAVORITE TEACHER! hands down the best teacher ive had in college so far. All of his essays are about interesting topics like murders and serial killers...which makes for interesting class discussions. he is hilarious and has a great sense of humor. He jokes with his students and interacts through out all of class. I wouldnt recommend anyone else:))

5.0
2.0
ENG231
May 29, 2010

He's a great professor. Outline all the stories in class. Doesn't grade hard.

5.0
2.0
ENG101
Nov 12, 2010

Great teacher. So serious it's funny lol not too much work just big papers. As long as you make it to class and write your good

5.0
1.0
ENGLI102
Nov 14, 2010

Very easy. Extremely nice, also. He's a very well educated man, and speaks with great clarity. He basically does everything for you in the class, you just have to put words to paper. He gave us all of the citations we needed in MLA format. All we had to do was "fill in" our points for the essays. He's great, take him!

5.0
4.0
ENG231
Dec 9, 2010

He's so funny and grades easy. TAKE HIM

5.0
1.0
ENG101
Dec 9, 2010

Dr. Gibson (aka GG) is a very helpful, informative professor. His essays are fun to write and he grades relatively easily. His essay topics are very interesting. VERY GOOD TEACHER! TAKE HIM!

3.0
3.0
1022
May 2, 2011

HATED HIM!!! essays are wayyyyyyyy too hard for an English 102 student

4.0
2.0
ENG102
May 10, 2011

Gibson is a good teacher and extremely knowledgeable! He tells funny stories and is very sarcastic. His essays are interesting topics, and he doesn't grade too hard. He also emails you back right away. Overall, good, helpful teacher. You will learn a lot.

4.0
2.0
ENG102
May 10, 2011

Dr. Gibson is a funny guy. He tells good stories, and he is very knowledgeable. i recommend taking him if you want to learn how to write a good paper.

5.0
1.0
ENG231
May 16, 2011

BEST teacher ever! I learned so much this semester. I wish he taught every English class at SLU. Amazing, dont think twice! This teacher is by far the best and isnt hard! you just have to attend

5.0
2.0
ENG231
May 26, 2011

He is one of the best teachers I have ever had at this University. He is willing to talk to you about anything that might be confusing or just to have a nice conversation. He has a lot of insight and knowledge at hand. He explains all the stories thoroughly so they are easy to understand. I went to class every day and made an A very easily.

5.0
1.0
ENG101
Nov 7, 2011

Gibson is my favorite professor ever! I have him for a night class, and I attend every one of them! They are so interesting and and he is so brilliant! I wish I could take him for every English! Take Gibson, you will not be disappointed.

5.0
2.0
ENGENG
Nov 9, 2011

Amazing teacher. Compared Dante's Divine Comedy to things happening now. The tests are easy if you studied. Will be taking again.

5.0
2.0
ENGL102
Nov 12, 2011

Awesome teacher. Talks about realy interesting subjects. The dude knows his stuff. The class is mainly essays, but its not too bad. He explains in depth about what to write for each paragraph. He grades and returnes essays with corrections to be redone and turned back in for another grade. The man loves to match. Take him and youll know what I mean

5.0
1.0
ENG101
Nov 16, 2011

I would highly recommend taking this class! He is very clear about what he expects in your work and the whole semester is spent building towards getting you prepared for 102. He assigns 4 papers a semester and gives you all the information and then some that you need to do a good job on it. He's an excellent teacher, funny, and very interesting!

2.0
4.0
ENGL231
Dec 4, 2011

I absolutely hate this class I read all these good comments on him and thought I would love it but I dont I am not good at writing papers but Im ok and I hate when things arent clear to me he speaks just like shakespeare and I dont understand what exactly he is asking for on anything he assigns. DONT TAKE HIM

3.0
2.0
ENG231
Dec 7, 2011

This man is too wrapped up in the folk lore & fables of the Arthurian period. He expects students to be interested in that crap. I deeply regret taking him. He talks too low and is very boring. If you are looking for a laugh here & there, then take him, but if you want to learn something that will be useful for your future, then AVOID @ all costs.

4.0
3.0
ENGL231
Dec 8, 2011

Was kind of disappointed after reading all of the reviews and then taking him for myself. Not as easy as everyone makes him out to be. You have to write 3 essays for the class and the topics are horrible and he's not clear on what he wants. Does try to translate the stories into todays language though. He is always willing to help.. He was okay..

5.0
2.0
ENG231
Dec 8, 2011

This guy is BY FAR my favorite teacher at SELU. I have taken him for english 101 and 102 also, and he is always helpful. Great teacher

5.0
1.0
ENG101
May 14, 2012

I dont like english very much but ths guy as great. And he grades very easy

5.0
1.0
ENGL101
May 23, 2012

I had him for english 101 and 102...he's the best! this man is truly near and dear to my heart! <3!!! take his classes!!!!

5.0
2.0
ENG101
Jun 3, 2012

Mr. Gibson is a great teacher and he grades extremely easy but you will never truly know your grade in his class! he doesn't post any grades on blackboard and it's impossible to get anything below a C in his class! good guy

5.0
1.0
ENG231
Nov 13, 2012

He is a very easy grader. The stories and poems we read are not very interesting. You have in class exams and papers to write. All in all, not a very fun class, but you can get through it if you take him.

5.0
1.0
ENGL231
Dec 11, 2012

Awesome teacher!!! Absolutely loved him!! He was a very easy grader and always had his stuff organized and ready! I always knew what was going on in his class when the next test or paper was due. I loved listening to him tell the stories for class :) always made it so interesting and VERY EASY to understand! Study/test & pay attention/papers!

4.0
2.0
ENGL101
Jan 27, 2013

Easy class! He isn't harsh on his grading, but he is hard to sit down and listen to for and hour.

5.0
2.0
ENGL124H
Jun 2, 2013

Dr. Gibson was very nice and fun. He read us our readings each day and explained what it meant to us. If you come to class, write a few notes and pay attention, you will get an A on the tests. Write as much as possible on the tests. Writing was a little harder, but it helped me in the long run. I recommend him to anyone!

5.0
3.0
ENGL231
Nov 6, 2013

I have taken Dr. Gibson twice and would certainly take him again. He's very passionate about the material he teaches. While his tests have a lot of writing, he's also very helpful and answers all questions. He expects you to read outside of class, but he thoroughly discusses it in class, so you really don't need to! Take him!

5.0
1.0
ENG101102
Nov 12, 2013

Favorite professor hands down. Explains the material super well and accepts late papers with no consequence. He also gives you multiple chances to correct your papers to make a higher grade. He has a very dry humor but you have to force it out of him. Very nice and understanding guy!

5.0
1.0
ENGLISH
Grade: A+
Jan 27, 2014

Dr. Gibson was amazing. He does have a dry humor. DO NOT BS on the papers you turn in. You can turn them in three times after the initial first paper. But on one of mine he circled the intro to my paper and wrote "intro is BS start over" I found it comical because he was right. GREAT guy!

4.0
3.0
ENGL124H
Grade: A
Mar 26, 2014

Extremely kind and soft-spoken (kind of hard to hear him if you're not sitting at the front, imo). VERY interested in Anglo-Saxon lit. Recommend it to ppl interested in Old English epics - not my cup of tea. A paper and a test for every novel/poem/etc. Checks drafts for papers. Very long essay qs in tests. Pay attention in class for key points.

5.0
1.0
ENGL102
Grade: A
Apr 13, 2014

Dr. Gibson is by far the best teacher I have ever had. He is very kind, and always willing to help every chance he gets. He does grade a little strict, but he is always willing to work with you. He is a wonderful teacher and I fully recommend him.

5.0
1.0
ENGLISH102
Apr 28, 2014

An awesome teacher! Very kind and very willing to help out. If you are not a strong writer take him, and if you need help, just ask. He is also very funny and energetic which makes going to class fun! This was my lat english but I almost considered taking another just to be in his class!

5.0
1.0
ENGLISH202231
Grade: A
Apr 29, 2014

Amazing teacher!! He was easy and very understanding if you had any problems on why you could not turn an assignment in on time, does not mean take advantage of him. I would recommend everyone to take his class.

5.0
2.0
ENGLISH102
Grade: A
May 15, 2014

Excellent Professor. He is very understanding with late papers, and he also gives very straightforward, clear guidelines for each paper. He basically writes it for you. I would definitely recommend him.

5.0
3.0
102
Grade: A+
Nov 8, 2014

Dr. Gibson is phenomenal, and the reason I changed my major to English. He is extremely clear on what he expects and breaks down difficult texts. Do not expect an easy A, but that SHOULD be said about all college courses, you have to work. If you take him seriously and seek his help, you will become a better writer!

4.0
2.0
ENGLISH231
Grade: B
Nov 19, 2014

He is very enthusiastic about his teaching. Very nice and understanding. If you have a questions he'll gladly answer. He talks about sex a lot so that may or may not be a problem. Some students say he's sexually frustrated lol

3.0
4.0
231
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 20, 2014

Dr. Gibson is a great professor. The only thing i did not like about his class is the fact that he doesnt post grades on moodle so we dont really know where we stand in the class. Also, it isnt an easy A so you really have to pay attention, and be careful because he sometimes choose to read the entire class period which can cause heavy sleepiness

5.0
2.0
102
Nov 25, 2014

Dr. Gibson is probably one of the greatest people I have ever met, and he makes an even better teacher. I have always hated English, but during his class I actually got interested in the class. He is fantastic, and I would recommend him to anyone and everyone.

5.0
3.0
102
Grade: A
May 11, 2015

I love Dr. GG. He is so amazing and has the best teaching style. He is willing to help you with your papers. Email him your paper and he will revise it before it is due and tell you what to work on. This dude is literally the bomb. I signed up for his class next semester! Take him is you are ready to learn and become a better writer!

5.0
4.0
ENGL124H
Oct 5, 2015

Absolutely loved Dr. Gibson as a teacher. Extremely knowledgeable and funny. I would love to take every class he offers.

5.0
3.0
ENGL124
Grade: A
Nov 21, 2015

Awesome teacher

5.0
1.0
ENGL102
Grade: B+
Jan 2, 2016

This is the best professor to take for any English class. I suck at writing papers and he helped improve my writing a lot and gives you the chance to redo your papers for a better grade. He explains everything very clear and is sarcastically funny. I came out with a B, which is good considering I do not write and would definitely take again

5.0
1.0
ENGL102
Grade: A
Mar 1, 2016

Writing papers give me major anxiety. If you procrastinate and hate writing papers, taking Dr. Gibson is a must. He literally lays out exactly what points he wants you to make paragraph by paragraph. Always an interesting theme for his papers, he loves controversial topics. Provides tons of readings for you to base arguments off of. Take him!

5.0
4.0
ENG102
Grade: B+
Mar 9, 2016

Dr. Gibson is a personal instructor there for you to pass and understand the content of the work. He is very enthusiastic, and he helped me to find my true major. He will work with you if you put in the work, too. Attend class because if you don't then you will miss out on a SUPERB lecture.

5.0
2.0
ENG231
Grade: A
Mar 28, 2016

Mr. Gibson is so awesome. He makes his British Literature class so fun and interesting. He reads the stories in class, so if you skip a class you will not be too far behind. He is also very understanding and can work with you. I would recommend him and this class/topic to anyone!

5.0
1.0
ENGL231
Grade: B
Apr 11, 2016

Awesome guy, really explains the literature well. Wants you to work to obtain your A (trust me it feels better that way). Does study guides. If u attend lecture and stay on top of readings, homework, etc it will be a breeze..

3.0
4.0
ENG102
Grade: B+
Apr 12, 2016

He's a great person if you're looking for a funny teacher. He trys to be funny and is very sarcastic. I don't enjoy his writing style, as it is very picky and not normal. If you are use to a certain way of writing don't take him!! Very picky and chooses favorites! Nobody else really matters

5.0
3.0
ENG102
Grade: B+
May 12, 2016

He has a clear-cut understanding lay out of what he expects. He does grade a little odd. I found that if I wrote the paper a day or two before, I received a better grade than writing it weeks before. He's very respectful. If you want an easy A he is not the professor to take. Very understanding but don't take him for granted.

5.0
2.0
ENGL124H
Grade: A
May 13, 2016

Dr. Gibson was phenomenal! I've never met an English teacher who knows both the complete story of Sir Arthur word for word, but one who is so engaged in his work that he was able to weave the tale of Beowulf to us without looking at his notes. Incredible teacher that is willing to help if you need it and gives great feedback on the papers!

5.0
2.0
ENGL102
Grade: A+
May 24, 2016

A wonderful man and teacher. I have a lot of respect for this guy. He really cares about his students. Made me consider becoming an English major. One of the best teachers at southeastern. Work hard on your papers though. If you need help, just ask. He will let you make a rough draft for him to correct if you want to. Super helpful. Great stories.

4.0
3.0
ENG102
Grade: B+
May 26, 2016
Would take again

I took him twice, but I failed the first time for not participating. The second time I actually cracked down and he helped me very much. He's a great teacher and gives phenomenal feedback on essays. I would suggest anybody to take his class. His essays are really easy and the only 4-7 page essay would be the last one which is the research essay.

5.0
2.0
ENG102
Grade: A
Oct 9, 2016
Would take again

What a great guy. Really helped me through this class and I recommend him to anyone who takes ENG 102. I miss his class, and he really set the bar high when it comes to the standards of English professors. Dr. Gibson is amazing, helpful, interesting, and cares for his students.

Gives good feedback
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
ENG102
Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 20, 2016
Would take again

For each essay he tells you exactly what he wants in each paragraph and explains ways to writs it in class. He also clarifies things you may not understand. He is very willing to give you feedback on your papers while your writing them to help ensure you get a good grade. I'm horrible at papers and I got an A on my first essay so far. Recommend him

Gives good feedback
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
5.0
1.0
ENG102
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 1, 2016
Would take again

Dr. Gibson is a phenomenal teacher. He clearly states what is required for all papers. If you do not understand, he takes the time to help you understand. If you ask for his opinion be prepared for a critical answer, he won't baby you (we are adults here). I recommend him to anyone who is looking for great English 102 teacher.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
5.0
4.0
ENGL121H
Grade: A
Nov 7, 2016
Would take again

I would definitely take him again. He is super understanding and majorly easy to work with. He grades pretty easy. If you just pay attention to his lectures you can get an A. A little effort needed. Not too many assignments and they are assigned far in advance. Easy going. Recommend him.

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
3.0
ENG121
Grade: B+
Nov 15, 2016
Would take again

Even though I don't particularly enjoy english I loved this class. He's an awesome teacher and great to talk to. As long as you show interest he'll like you. His test were short answer but he grades super easy. I would totally take him again.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Get ready to read
3.0
4.0
ENGL102
Nov 16, 2016
Wouldn't take again

He was a really nice guy BUT HE GRADES SO HARD, beware of that! He allows revisions of papers but takes forever to grade them and give them back. He also does not penalize for turning in papers late

Tough Grader
5.0
2.0
ENG102
Grade: A+
Dec 7, 2016
Would take again

Very clear on what is expected. Goes over everything needed for the papers. Class attendance is important because he explains the readings and gives information for the upcoming papers. He is knowledgeable about the topics he assigns. He will edit the papers prior to the due date and will allow revisions to help your grade.

Gives good feedback
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
5.0
1.0
ENGLISH231
Grade: B+
Dec 8, 2016
Would take again

George Gibson was a wonderful professor for British Lit. He was extremely enthusiastic and passionate about the subject he teaches. You will write a few essays but he is very clear with instructions and gives you choices. TIP: record your lectures and use those recording for writing your essays and test prep. You'll love his class!

Gives good feedback
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
1.0
4.0
ENGL102
Mar 29, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Your papers basically need to be exactly what he wants or you fail. He makes the papers seem easy until you get graded on it and there is red ink all over your paper. Very demanding and difficult

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
SO MANY PAPERS
4.0
4.0
ENG102
Mar 29, 2017
Would take again

Dr. Gibson wants everyone to pass 102 and he tells you that the first day. He is super picky on papers because he wants you to see what you do wrong and how to fix it. You can continuously revise all of them until you get the grade you want. He is probably one of the better choices for 102!

Tough Grader
Gives good feedback
SO MANY PAPERS
5.0
2.0
ENG121
Grade: A
May 10, 2017
Would take again

Great teacher. One of my favorites. He really cares about his students. Great guy and an easy grader. Just read the book, listen to his lecture, or go on shmoop. One if my favorite teachers ever. Understanding

Gives good feedback
Respected
Inspirational
2.0
4.0
ENG102
Grade: C+
May 10, 2017
Wouldn't take again

If you are bad at writing papers, i suggest you don't take him. when he grades he is very specific and will take off for the littlest things. But on the bright side he does let you revise your paper(s) until you get the grade you want. he talks ALOT, and can throw alot of shade sometimes.

Tough Grader
SO MANY PAPERS
5.0
2.0
ENGL124H
Grade: A+
May 16, 2017
Would take again

Gibson is extremely caring over his students grades. In 124 we read Beowulf and Le Morte D'Arthur and he manages to make both extremely fun to learn about. If you attend every class there is no need to study just because he explains things so well. Essays are difficult but you are able to revise your papers for better grades. Easy and very fun.

Gives good feedback
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
4.0
ENGL231
Grade: A+
Jun 1, 2017
Would take again

He brings life to the English language. Take him, especially if you find British literature and history fascinating. Such a good speaker and easy to understand. Read the stories and poems he assigns, write as many words as possible for papers. He'll give you exact directives for the assignments, so the papers are not too bad. Overall, awesome guy.

Get ready to read
Amazing lectures
Caring
1.0
5.0
ENGL102
Oct 9, 2017
Wouldn't take again

He is so strict with his papers. He even gives you the thesis and everything because it has to be written EXACTLY how he wants it written. The tiniest grammar mistakes and other MLA issues will cause you to fail. DO NOT TAKE IF YOU AREN'T A STRONG WRITER

Tough Grader
Participation matters
SO MANY PAPERS
5.0
4.0
ENGL124H
Grade: A-
Nov 2, 2017
Would take again

He makes class interesting, and I look forward to his class every day. Follow along with the readings in class and take notes so you will know what you are talking about on the essays/exams. Will work with you and tell you the best route to take for essays. 3 essays and 3 written exams plus a final exam. Allows essay revisions for a better grade.

Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
Amazing lectures
3.0
4.0
ENGLISH231
Grade: B
Dec 3, 2017
Wouldn't take again

He's overall a good teacher but it is a heavy note taking class. If you are not good with taking notes just from someone talking do not take this class. He reads all of the stories in class and it makes it hard to pay attention. Three essays in a month, two in two weeks that are really hard. The tests aren't that bad but the essays are. It's a lot.

Gives good feedback
TEST HEAVY
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
2.0
4.0
ENG102
Grade: B
Jan 2, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Very tough grader. Be ready for red marks all over your paper. Allows 2 revisions. He gives you the thesis and works cited for all. 1st essay hardest, make sure you LISTEN and ASK how he wants each paper b/c he wants it done HIS WAY. After EVERY point must &quot;TIE IT TO THESIS.&quot; Mainly use little brown book.

Tough Grader
Participation matters
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
ENG102
Grade: A+
Jan 15, 2018
Would take again

Overall a good teacher. Explains what he wants me essays and allows you to revise them for a higher grade! Would recommend for someone who is not a strong writer. Obviously you have to work hard, but if you do, you will make a good grade.

Tough Grader
Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
3.0
ENGL231
Jan 21, 2018
Would take again

Best professor at Southeastern hands-down.

Respected
Get ready to read
Inspirational
5.0
4.0
ENG102
Apr 20, 2018
Would take again

Only 4 essays during the semester, he also allows you to get your essays back and revise them to get a higher grade which is helpful! Also, he gets you ready for the proficiency exam which is very helpful!

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
5.0
5.0
ENG102
Sep 6, 2018
Would take again

This man is awesome. He really cares about his students and will help you just ask him questions. He is nice and has a lot of stories to tell. Great professor 11/10 would recommend

Respected
Caring
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
5.0
4.0
ENG122H
Sep 19, 2018
Would take again

Dr. Gibson is phenomenal. His lectures are interesting and he somehow manages to go on these tangents that suck you in and connect them back to the story. His essays are rough but he allows multiple revisions. Some say he is a tough grader but that's so he can help you improve.

Gives good feedback
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
4.0
ENG122H
Nov 4, 2018
Would take again

Dr. Gibson adds tiny side stories to the material you read and also makes hilarious jokes. His explanations make it a lot easier to understand the stories and he is really helpful with questions about your essays. Overall just a really awesome and cool teacher. 10/10

Gives good feedback
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
ENGL102
Nov 19, 2018
Would take again

Best english teacher ive ever had. makes reading so easy to understand, and he is so funny. i would take him again if i could!

Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
4.0
5.0
ENGL122H
Nov 26, 2018
Would take again

His lectures are very boring and its hard to stay attentive, but if you force yourself to listen, it REALLY pays off. You do four essays per semester, and he gives feedback for you to revise and make the paper absolutely perfect. He really wants to see his students pass, and even maybe learn something along the way.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
Gives good feedback
3.0
3.0
ENG231
Dec 5, 2018
Would take again

He is very boring to listen to. I had him for English 231 and all we did was read stories. My class had three essays but was super clear on what he wanted. He has a dry sense of humor but grades fair. His final was an essay which was helpful.

Get ready to read
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
LECTURE HEAVY
4.0
4.0
ENGL122H
Grade: A
Dec 12, 2018
Would take again

He is really tough on essays but only because he wants to see improvement and he lets you revise all your essays for a higher grade. 122 is mainly reading books and writing essays on them we read Dantes Inferno, Heart of Darkness, and some of Paradise Lost.

Tough Grader
Gives good feedback
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
5.0
3.0
ENG102
Jan 22, 2019
Would take again

Anyone who says hes hard just doesnt have a basic understanding of a normal mla essay format. Dr. Gibson is a phenomenal Professor. Hes straight forward the most caring professor you will meet. He is knowledgeable about basically everything so dont be afraid to ask questions. Go to the writing lab at least once per essay if you want an A+ 11/10

4.0
2.0
ENGL124H
Grade: A+
Mar 13, 2019
Would take again

We had assignments based on books and he summarized the books in class. If you read the reading material, attendance isn't necessary, but it is helpful. He is very sweet and understanding of his students. He tended to be lenient on deadlines and allowed revisions of essays. Do your work and you will be fine.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Caring
4.0
3.0
ENG102
Grade: B+
May 1, 2019
Would take again

Great teacher, he can talk a lot though. He is always super clear about what he wants with his papers. He also allowed our class to revise our papers and get better grades on all our papers. He is willing to help outside of class, and has a good sense of humor. I enjoyed his class.

Accessible outside class
Clear grading criteria
So many papers
4.0
3.0
ENG102
Grade: A
May 4, 2019
Would take again

Lectures can be pretty boring sometimes, but the class itself isnt that bad. 4 essays, 4 peer reviews, and an oral presentation. I emailed him all of my essays before they were due so he could give me feedback and I never made lower than a 90.

Gives good feedback
So many papers
5.0
3.0
ENG102
May 14, 2019
Would take again

The nicest professor at South Eastern, he tells a lot of interesting stories which makes his class enjoyable and overall your not gonna get a better professor, if ur struggling your simply not trying, makes me want to leave a bad review just so his class doesnt fill up so fast .

Caring
Amazing lectures
Respected
5.0
1.0
ENG102
Grade: A+
Nov 18, 2019
Would take again

He gives all the information for your papers in his lectures, so go to class and chances are you are going to get an A. There are no tests, just essays.

Respected
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
4.0
3.0
ENGL102
Grade: B-
Nov 19, 2019
Wouldn't take again

4 Papers, 4 Peer Reviews, One short essay, 1 easy, informal presentation. -He annotates sources for you basically giving you your quotes for your essays. (Must go to class) -3/4 Papers topics are picked for you, the last paper is independent. -Stories are read and thoroughly explained. (Must go to class). -Essays can be revised.

Clear grading criteria
So many papers
Tough grader
5.0
3.0
ENG102
Grade: A
Nov 23, 2019
Would take again

Dr. Gibson was probably the best English teacher I have ever had. He is so knowledgeable about anything you ask him. You have about 5 essays to write but he is a very fast grader and will let you do a revision on any paper no matter the grade. He wants you to do well and gives you plenty of information to help write your essays. 10/10 professor.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
ENGL122H
Grade: A+
Nov 26, 2019
Would take again

Gibson is an incredibly funny and knowledgable guy. This honors course requires a lot of writing. Basically that's all you do the entire course. Somedays you can afford to not show up (ie. an in-class reading day). Very helpful with your writing, gives you every opportunity to revise

Gives good feedback
Hilarious
So many papers
5.0
2.0
ENG122H
Grade: A+
Nov 27, 2019
Would take again

He is an amazing teacher. He makes the readings and stories very relatable and easy to understand. He allows revisions on your papers and gives you the sources for 3/4 papers. His lectures are very interesting and funny. 10/10 would take again. highly recommend

Gives good feedback
Respected
Hilarious
1.0
4.0
ENG102
Dec 3, 2019
Wouldn't take again

He has good lectures, but he gets off topic with other things or stories easily.

Tough grader
So many papers
Skip class? You won't pass.
3.0
4.0
ENG231
Dec 13, 2019
Would take again

This class is straight reading and writing essays. Thats it. Hes nice and tries to bring the story to life and make them interesting. Papers and in class exams are difficult but if you really know the story they are not that bad.

Get ready to read
Hilarious
So many papers
5.0
4.0
ENG102
Grade: B
Jan 11, 2020
Would take again

He was a very clear teacher. He said exactly who, how, and what each essay must entail making them much easier to compose. 4 papers total. Cares a lot for the students who care as well. I went to almost every class and he was there for me when I was having serious family issues. Great person and English teacher!

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
ENG122H
Grade: A
Mar 9, 2020
Would take again

I had a great experience with Dr. Gibson! I took him for the honors version of English 102 last semester. While the readings themselves can get boring, he does everything he can to make them entertaining. He is flexible with due dates and truly wants to see his students succeed. TAKE HIM!

Gives good feedback
Lecture heavy
Caring
5.0
1.0
ENGL124H
Grade: A+
Apr 8, 2020
Would take again

By far one of my favorite professors at Southeastern. His lectures are interesting and he is very clear about what he wants in your essays. I would take him for every class if I could!

Gives good feedback
Respected
Inspirational
1.0
4.0
ENG102
Grade: Not sure yet
May 9, 2020
Wouldn't take again

I'm not the one to rate my professors but ... I don't understand why his reviews are so positive &amp; I don't mean this to be rude. I'm an A student when it comes to essays but he's so unclear on what he wants on his essays &amp; grades extremely unfairly. He is especially rude in his e-mails but a totally different in person. His class is so stressful.

Tough grader
1.0
5.0
ENG102
Grade: Not sure yet
May 10, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Our final is tomorrow and none of us are really prepared. The class is stressful and he grades so harshly. There is plenty of professors that better &amp; grade better. He is very nice in person but gets off topic a lot. The way the grades are not fair at all.

Lecture heavy
Tough grader
5.0
2.0
ENG102
Grade: A
May 11, 2020
Would take again

The only grades are the 4 papers, he is very clear on what he is looking for and his lectures are always interesting. I easily got an A and Im not the best student. Would 10/10 take again

Graded by few things
Clear grading criteria
Caring
2.0
5.0
ENG102
Grade: C-
May 14, 2020
Wouldn't take again

IS A HARD GRADER! If you want to struggle to go ahead, these reviews are def not correct. Choose someone else...

So many papers
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
ENG102
Grade: D+
May 21, 2020
Wouldn't take again

If you like professors that can put you to sleep go ahead. He's a tough grader and essays are very very hard. Ive gone to him multiple times for whats wrong with my papers and still marks down as wrong. (Im an A/B student) Plenty of other professors !!!!

Tough grader
2.0
4.0
ENG102
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 14, 2020
Wouldn't take again

This is the hardest English teacher I have ever taken! I received a 99% in my last English class and as of right now I have a 77% in his class. He is a nice guy, but grades way to hard!

2.0
5.0
ENG102
Nov 17, 2020
Wouldn't take again

I took this class virtual and he really only emailed us a few times in the first semester and then fell off. It wasnt clear when to come to class or what was going on. I also didnt know attendance was mandatory which he didnt include in his syllabus. I would look in the grade book and see assignments that I had never heard of

1.0
5.0
ENGL102
Nov 29, 2020
Wouldn't take again

He is probably the rudest teacher Ive ever had. Super disrespectful over email and will straight up tell you he doesnt care. He will take forever to answer emails and does not answer them thoroughly. Many of my classmates and I have had numerous rude emails. His guidelines are clear, but arent completely achievable. Horrible teacher.

Participation matters
So many papers
Graded by few things
2.0
5.0
ENG102
May 4, 2021
Wouldn't take again

He is a very hard grader. He tells you what he wants on essays, but grades against what he told you. He is very nice and will help if asked.

Tough grader
Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
3.0
ENGL102H
Nov 9, 2021
Would take again

I loved this class to death. Dr Gibson is best described as your cool grandpa who always tells amazing stories. Class with him is always entertaining and he always teaches with a smile and a good attitude. Pro tip: participate frequently in class to get on his good side, he likes when you seem as excited to learn as he is to teach :)

Amazing lectures
Hilarious
Gives good feedback
5.0
4.0
ENGL231
Dec 1, 2021
Would take again

he great at keeping the class interesting, his passion for literature could make anyone like it. so entertaining to listen to him read these stories

Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
So many papers
5.0
2.0
ENG102
Grade: B
Dec 9, 2021
Would take again

You don't necessarily have to go to his class to pass but it is recommended. He lets you know exactly what he is looking for and even gives you points that he would accept for each essay. If you have trouble writing, then I recommend him. He gives step-by-step instructions and leaves no table unturned. He is very understanding about your issues too

Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
2.0
ENGL231
Jan 19, 2022
Would take again

He is the best professor at selu, if you think his classes are hard your a baby. He doesnt grade that hard like the others are saying, hes passionate, kind and inspiring and will answer any questions you have

Hilarious
Inspirational
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
102
Grade: A
Aug 15, 2022
Would take again

Dr. Gibson is my favorite professor I have ever had. He truly wants to connect with his students. He laid out exactly what we needed to write, and he always gave students extensions. He lets you redo your paper for another grade! He is just the most compassionate, caring professor. I am truly grateful to have had the opportunity to take his class.

Clear grading criteria
Caring
Accessible outside class
2.0
3.0
102
Grade: B+
Sep 26, 2022

His "criticism" on essays is the furthest from constructive. He is just straight up rude in his emails and comments, if he even reads or acknowledges the emails you send. He goes on wild tangents with little to no connection to actual class topics, and his grading is very nitpicking.

Tough grader
Lecture heavy
4.0
3.0
ENG102
Nov 9, 2022
Would take again

Did not use the textbook at all. We had 5 essay throughout the semester. He gives a lot of time to complete the essays. He only puts in essays as a grade. There is no other work other than the essay. We had a informal oral presentation of the outline of our last course essay before we take the final. Also 3 peer reviews.

Lecture heavy
Gives good feedback
5.0
1.0
102
Grade: A+
Nov 10, 2022
Would take again

I absolutely loved Dr. Gibson. If you show him you truly care then he will do the same! He doesn't grade that hard and gives critiques before you turn in essays along with a revision after your essay has been submitted for a higher grade. He was always so willing to help when I wasn't sure what to do or where to go with my essay! The best!

4.0
3.0
ENGL102
Grade: A
Dec 8, 2022
Would take again

Only 4 essays and a final

Clear grading criteria
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
ENGL102H
Grade: Rather not say
Jan 11, 2023
Would take again

Wonderful professor, great class. Although I did not pass because of an emergency that started mid-semester and lasted until shortly after finals, he gave me chances to make grades up all the way until the end. My failing was not a reflection upon him. I look forward to taking him again. Do be ready for a few essays to make up the whole grade!

Gives good feedback
Caring
Graded by few things
3.0
3.0
ENGL102H
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Jan 31, 2023

I decided 5 mins into the first class that I was going to drop. Personally, I like a more hands-on approach to class. If you like listening to a teacher lecture for 1 hour and 15 mins a day, then you won't have a problem. However, if you are like me and like a more hands-on, interactive class. Then for the love of God don't take this class.

5.0
3.0
ENGL102H
Grade: B
Apr 25, 2023

He's super nice and allows you to turn in assignments late without penalty, but I found his class kinda boring because it was mainly just rambling at times. VERY linient with grading because I know some of my papers didn't deserve the grade he gave them.

2.0
3.0
102
Grade: B
May 18, 2023

Not very understanding at all. Extremely rude.

Tough grader
Lecture heavy
5.0
2.0
ENG231
Grade: B+
Aug 14, 2023
Would take again

I took his ENGL102 class and I really enjoyed it. Compared to 102 this course had actual tests that required a lot of writing. The most important thing to do is keep up with the reading if you miss a class. The test questions are from the readings and are not oblivious. Make sure you do well on the essays if you fail the tests.

Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
5.0
2.0
ENG231
Nov 9, 2023
Would take again

He's entertaining and the stories/poems we go over are interesting so it's not a slog. Attendance isn't mandatory but might as well go, he reads/provides context for the story in class and you can get other work done during it. Being in class will make the tests/essays easier. He's nice from what I've seen.

Clear grading criteria
5.0
2.0
ENG231
Grade: B
Nov 14, 2023
Would take again

Love him, he makes everything so interesting even as a non-english lover. Very clear in what he wants in his rubrics before tests/essays, he doesn't try any slick stuff. His intense interest in the topics he discusses makes you interested too, overall just a cool guy.

Get ready to read
Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
2.0
3.0
ENG231
Grade: C
Dec 5, 2023
Would take again

his class lectures are very boring, but he tries his best to make it as entertaining as possible. he grades fairly easy on essays. there are in class exams and at home essays. going to class helps you understand the material better, but it isn't mandatory.

4.0
3.0
ENG102
Grade: B
Apr 17, 2024
Would take again

Very good Professor the essay material was interesting and tough to work with at times though any questions you may have about it he will be more than happy to answer.

Tough grader
Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
4.0
3.0
102
Grade: B+
May 8, 2024
Would take again

Dr. Gibson was a great english professor, he only gave us three essays to write ( not including the mid term or final) he does grade a little harsh but he gives great feedback and you can revise your essay for extra points. He was fun to listen to in class very passionate about english and his essay topics were fun!

Tough grader
Gives good feedback
Inspirational
4.0
3.0
102
Grade: B+
Nov 10, 2024
Would take again

Professor Gibson runs a structured class, but if you engage with his system, you'll learn a lot. The workload is manageable, and he's willing to work with students. unstuck ai was really helpful for prepping essays.

1.0
3.0
ENGL102H
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 12, 2024

All the reading was done in class, as he reads out loud and pauses to explain each paragraph or line of the books. It is highly informative but very very boring. His only grades are essays and exams. No smaller assignments. If you understand the book and go over his study guide you will do decent on the test. His midterm was a timed 750 word essay.

Get ready to read
So many papers
Graded by few things
2.0
4.0
ENG102
Grade: C+
Dec 9, 2024

He was very difficult in his coursework. He does not do small assignments to help your grade, just essays that makes it difficult to do good if he doesn't like your writing. In class he was funny at times- but very lecture heavy. He will leave comments like 'boring' or 'unnecessary'. Be prepared to write and be heavily critiqued on your work.

Tough grader
Lecture heavy
Graded by few things
1.0
4.0
ENG102
Grade: B-
Dec 11, 2024

Overall he was a terrible professor. His classes are him talking , and going on tangents about different things. Attendance is not mandatory, but if you are not in class he will be very rude to you, and ignores emails. He grades very hard on essays, and shows favoritism to students. Was funny at times, but I don't recommend him.

Tough grader
Participation matters
Lecture heavy
4.0
3.0
ENGLISH231
Grade: A+
Dec 30, 2024

Atttendance is not compulsory but be sure to go to class because he does favouritism for student that do. Also strictly follow the instruction while writing essays and you would be fine.

Tough grader
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
3.0
ENGLISH231
Grade: B
Jan 8, 2025
Would take again

Gibson is kinda funny and is an amazing storyteller. He expects a lot out of the essays but the prompts aren't hard, and he gives you a good amount of time. If you show up and listen to his stories you should be fine. He usually posts the notes to whatever material you will go over.

Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
Hilarious
5.0
2.0
ENG102
Grade: A
Jan 25, 2025
Would take again

Dr. Gibson is very structured. He likes his essays in a certain outline, SO DO IT THAT WAY! I would write EVERYTHING down he said in class about the topic/prompt and use it in my essays. He gives you good hints and clues in class so GO TO CLASS. He really does help you if you show your putting in the effort.

5.0
3.0
ENG102
Grade: A
Jan 29, 2025
Would take again

Best English professor I've ever had, all his grades are essays but he is very understanding and you can revise previously graded essays for more points. He is very knowledgeable and informative about the topics discussed in class

Participation matters
Gives good feedback
Respected
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