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very funny.. and fairly easy ,3 essays gives extra credit, a requiered performance to see and a final which he gives the questions to before .However you really don't learn much from the class so if you want to learn something, don't take him.
Very cool teacher. It's clear he loves his subject. Easy work if you pay attention. Few tests, a bunch of papers (only one was REALLY HARD). I thought theatre was just old but he made it interesting.
He's fun; and while you think you that youre sitting there, having fun and not learning anything the truth is that he is really teaching. I thought I learned nothing, but then when the final came, and i knew all the answers, i thought to myself wow, I didn't know any of this 3 months ago. Fun prof!!
This prof is great he knows his stuff and he knows how to teach it what i mean by knowing how to teach he makes it very fun to learn he's not some old prof who just sits there and reads out of a book he autually interacts with the students who can make a study of shakepeare interesting?um... prof. J
Micheals is the MAN. The dude is hilarious and really makes you intrested in the classroom. There is lots of participation and its a lot of fun. If yo u need Speach or Theater Classes, I really really reccommend him.
Loads of fun. Easy A's. And you LEARN. He is certainly no Aptekar, for sure.
he is halariouse, if you walk down a hallway and you here bloody murder screams , its probobly him teaching. easy a's, and gives extra credit.
jay is the best thats all
Jay is very interesting and nice.4 essays and 1 pre-final exam which is very helpful to your final.He makes the class full of fun,and he will give u a good credit if u did pay attention
If I could choose one word to describe Jay, it would have to be excellent. Jay is a great professor, very clear in his teachings, and an all around great guy. I would definitely reccomend him to anybody who plans on taking theater classes.
Very good professor
I love this guys class. He has made my experience in returning to school more interesting than I could have imagined. I would recommend his class to anyone. He teaches with enthusiasm & has a heart. He knows his stuff-Awesome teacher!!!
Everyone probably gets an A+ if they do the midterm and final project. I thought he said if the students fails the Final Exam, they fail the class, guess that was a joke cuz I failed the Final Exam. Took him kinda long to give out the final grades. His class was just great. Easy A+!!!
he is the best and the easiest professor ever. no exams except for the final and he even tells you what is going to be on it and reviews it. all we did in class is presentation. no papers to write either. most fun class ever. a must take. he is also very understanding and helpful. very easy going and freindly.easy A
weirdo........but great!
wow what a great experience. I really got a lot out of his class. Fun and energetic he taught me stuff that i did not know existed and made me love it A++++
it is a very easy class. he will give u an A on ur every paper. The MC final exam is directly from his review sheet. No need to worry about this class.
Wow this teacher is awesome. His classes go by very quickly because hes so interesting. Hes basically a stand up comedian and he gives easy A's. Very little homework, no classwork, its like a dream come true.
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Jay Michaels is the best professor. If all prof's were like him, school would be the best place to be. its like an hour of entertainment with learning. learning is unconscious in his class. its just that good to be in JAY MICHAELS CLASS!
Jay Michaels is, by far, the greatest Professor you will have ever have the privilege of having. So if you are looking for the best and most enjoyable college experience you could ever possibly have and will remember for a lifetime, take his class!! I loved his class and I know you will too.
Class was fun. He is unlike any other professor. Easy A(-/+)
If Jay Michaels were in every classroom in America, every child here would love school. He makes me want to be his best friend. He is funny, smart, and makes me enter and leave class with a smile on my face. I remember everything he teaches and more than that, he actually cares about his students and it's obvious. I LOVE JAY MICHAELS!
Best teacher alive. He keeps you interested throughout the coarse and makes you excited about it. He's always there to help you out. If you can find him, take one of his classes. Just a really great guy!!!
great guy , new friend . Easy to get along with, hard to piss off. Disrespect is the way to get the man upset. If your a student who is late every day and blames public transportation ,two things you will fail and why are you in college! Show up sit back and enjoy the class. actively engage and try , and you will pass .
Best professor in KCC Campus! the only way to get him mad is by disrespecting him and being late everyday. Really helps you to be a better speaker! Just be in class everyday and you will pass.
HE IS THE BEST PROFESSOR IN KINGS BOROUGH , PUBLIC SPEAKING WAS MY FEAR AND HE TRULY HELPED ME ACHIEVE. EVEN THOUGH SPEECH IS MANDATORY , I TRULY RECOMMEND TAKING THIS CLASS BECAUSE IT WAS SUCH A GREAT EXPERIENCE. JAY MICHAEL 'S IS AN AMAZING PROFESSOR AND HE NOW LOVES WALT DISNEY !
So funny
Jay Michaels is the perfect example of how teachers should treat their students. His references are clear & relate to everyday life. His laid back & honest style of teaching will help you gain confidence for the real world. There is NO WAY you can fail, unless you don't show up. His class is a must, just DON'T BE LATE! (it's disrespectful).
Best Profressor in the campus! Give God feedbacks. Make the class interesting. After you took that class with this amazing professor, you are a completly different person compare to the uncomfidence person that entered to that class. He really helps you to be a better speaker in front of people. Take him, won't regret!
I really enjoyed this class. Professor Michaels wants his students to succeed and he provides a lot opportunities to pass the course. If you fail his class it means you were absent more times than you should be.
Professor Jay Michaels is a kind-hearted professor. His 3 speeches are in between 3-5 minutes and you can read off your outline when going up! You also Dont have to dress and he is easy. His final is a piece of cake. Textbook isnt really necessary and he is very funny. Trust me unless you never come and never do a speech, you wont fail his class.
He is without a doubt, the most interesting and welcoming professor I've ever had at college. He will always say something nice about you, and he goes out of his way to make sure you feel comfortable. While the first few speeches are difficult, you get the hang of it. He makes you feel like he wants you to do well, and he really does.
Basically he cares pretty much of you as individuals, not just students. He understood my weakness in pronouncing the words and articulation problems through my own perspective and walked me through each steps until I become better and better. He is funny and helpful at the sametime. The whole class is fun and open that you won't get bored at all!
Very good professor. He was motivational and gave good feedback. Classes go by very fast compared to any other class at the college, so if you need a credit and you want to learn to be more confident speaking in public you should definitely take this class. I never gave a teacher a review before but he was really that good so I decided to do one.
He's a really great professor. I hope to take him again and he's very inspirational
He's the best professor I've ever had in this school. I love the way he teaches stuff to us. You don't even realize how time passes by. He's amazing.
Ian truly grateful I took this wonderful mans class. I was scared to death about public speaking, and walked out of the last class confident. He truly cares about his students and wants you to succeed. He is also hysterical. He gives great life advice also.I love professor Michaels!!!!!!!
Absolutely amazing! Hands down one of the best professor in the speech & performing arts department @ KCC.
love this professor, would take him as many times as i could. He so inspirational. always willing to help and everyone in the class love him. his funny and makes the class fun and intrusting.
He's a really great professor. His lectures are interesting and the projects are just hard enough. If you have a fear of public speaking, this class will help you get over it. Realizing how nerve racking public speaking can be, professor Michaels, allows you to get it out and do it again with very helpful remarks
It was a pleasure taking a class with him. What a wonderful, carrying, passionate professor. Truly a gem of the communications & performing arts department at KCC. He wants you to succeed and he will make sure that you understand everything that he's taking about. He is invested into his students & he gives you practical knowledge that will help u
Extremely great professor and an even better class. I can honestly say what i learned from this man and his class will stick with me for life.
The absolute best professor on campus, and probably ever. No exaggeration on that. Awesome guy, very intelligent and knows how to teach. He doesn't only teach you what you need to know for the class but teaches you about life.
THE BEST PROFESSOR ON CAMPUS!!! HE IS SO UNDERSTANDING AND LOVES TO HELP AND GIVES GOOD ADVICE TO OTHERS. I LOVE HIM MAN HE'S SO AMAZINGLY AWESOME AND INCREDIBLY EASY JUST LISTEN TO HIM.
I was absolutely terrified going into a speech class b/c public speaking makes me want to vomit, but I learned so much from Prof. Michaels. Out of all the classes I've ever taken, SPE21 with him has been the most effective. he's got loads of tips and helpful critiques for you to grow. very understanding, funny, & super chill! def take his class!
He is an amazing professor! very helpful! will help you get ride of your stage fright! in the beginning of his class I was whispering during my presentations and by the end I was screaming in front of the class ! he gives you 4 presentations and makes you feel so comfortable while your presenting there is no pressure!
I took this class back in the fall of 2015, He's one of the best professors at kbcc. While i was taking his course he made me and the rest of the class to face their fears of standing up in front of the classroom and present. Also, he was hilarious and never put me to sleep. Professor Michaels, understood how students were. TAKE HIM GUYS.
Excellent professor, helped me become a better speaker, I recommend YOU take him.
I was looking forward to take him he is great professor and he can teach a lot. He made my semester great and fun.
A great professor, i went into his class scared out of my mind hearing the word presentation however, after the first speech it wasn't so bad and i got through it. It's not as bad as it seems guys. 3 main speeches 2 to 5 minutes long, 3 mini speeches and a final speech. He helped me conquer my fear of public speaking.
We need more Professors like Jay Michaels. He is hilarious, cares about his students, and makes class enjoyable. He is genuinely a good guy, which is why many respect him. My only complaint is that I took him during the summer session, and I would have easily loved to spend more time in his class! I would recommend him to anyone!
Perfect !
He is an amazing professor. He's very funny and an always kept the class engaged. This is a class that I would to reccomend to anyone. Not just for speech, but for the professor. An easy A for sure.
One of my all time favorite professors. Need more like him. Just show up and make sure you do your speeches
Great Professor, would take class again.
He is excellent.
Aye Professor Michaels is the bro, he is probably my favorite professor all time. He is legit hilarious and is cool peeps. He'll bring your confidence out of you and makes you feel important in the real world. I would forsho take him again. He can also act so he real for that. Sincerly, The Greatest of All Time
He was amazing and took me to a whole other level I didn't know existed. He said to me all semester long,,"Lester, know your audience." He made me up my game and taught me things without even realizing it. I became a better presenter because of him. Think he is amazing and he genuinely cares and doesn't try to be something he's not.
he's always on fleek
Took him in fall 2016 for SPE11 ,my name is saif Ali I don't mind telling my name, he's the best and the easiest professor in kbcc, go to his class everyday and I promise you'll pass it easily, he gives only a midterm , final and paper for extra credit the rest depends on you participation,he cares about all his students,Thnks for the awesome time
He is a terrific professor. His class was always full of fun. He encourages every student open mind to feel free to talk.
Revered by most of my colleagues, Professor Michaels had taught that articulating, can be as natural as breathing. Professor Michaels template of teaching, involves a very dynamic use of kenetic energy, that almost makes anyone with a cubicle mentality to listen to the volumes of wisdom that, professor Michaels conveys. An Amazing lecturer!
I like professor Jay he is amazing professor I wish him happy and health. He is class very interesting amazing
He is an amazing professor! He gives clear feedback that helps everyone do better when presenting orally in front of the room. I would have taken this class every semester if it was possible. He's real, he's empathetic, funny, and has a great amount of energy that gives everyone confidence.
I learned a lot of practical knowledge from this class. Professor gives great feedback for improvement. I feel more confident in my public speaking.
it was honestly a blast to have him as a professor, by far one of the best professors in KBCC
HE IS THE BEST PROFESSOR EVER!!!!!! WISH I CAN TAKE HIM FOR EVERY CLASS! Seriously had so much fun during this class!
This is one of the BEST professors I had this awful winter semester, which I would highly recommend. He gives great feedback on presentation and is not a professor that wants you to fail. He class is an A+ unless you're not there and don't do your presentations than you failed. His test are easy too. He teaches winter and summer sessions.
Professor Jay Michaels is hands down the best professor I have ever had. Super cool and funny but remains on task. One thing I admire is that he actually tries to form connections with the students rather than just being up there doing his job. I would definitely recommend taking his class!
Professor Jay Michaels was the best teacher I have ever had. He made class fun and interest making you want to learn. I didn't think I could talk if front of people but by the end of the course, I'm not afraid. I will definitely recommend taking his class!!!!
He is one of the best professors in the communications department, he makes a morning class enjoyable and you will learn a lot
THE BEST. Literally the best professor ever, especially when it comes to taking a speech class. He makes you feel so comfortable and actually want to talk in front of a whole class. He helped me with my fear of public speaking. He is so understanding and is so hilarious! Very little and EASY hw, EASY extra credit, EASY tests. Impossible to fail!
The best professor I have ever had! I was so nervous to take a speech class, but he made us all feel so comfortable with speaking infront of the class. He made class fun and interesting. I actually enjoyed attending!
Hands down the best professor I have ever had at KBCC. Really wish I hadnt waited to take my required speech class until my last semester because I would have definitely taken any other class he teaches as an elective. Great teacher, very helpful, understanding & knowledgeable. I highly HIGHLY recommend taking his class!
Hands down the greatest speech professor. Has a REALLY good voice. When I initially came to the class, I was not confident. I'm 10x better now, and I still plan to get better. I wish I can take his class over again to get even better. In this class, you learn by doing, not by reading textbooks. We do speeches and he critiques us. AWESOME CLASS!
Professor Michaels is simply one of the best speech Professors you'll ever have. He is really passionate about teaching and he is really entertaining. At the end of his class Im sure you will feel really confident and speeches would be a piece of cake. He will build up or strenghthen youe confidentiality when it come to present to the public.
The class is very fun and the work is super easy .
He's a very great professor. He's very understanding and he loves to help. He wants to better you as a person. He's a very great person I'd advise you take him
HES GREATTTTTTTT TAKEEEEEE HIMMMMMMMMMM
Professor Michaels is by far the best professor I took at kingsborough. He really makes you comfortable and keeps the class light and fun. I would highly recommend everyone take his class!
Great professor, would take him again. Only one written exam which was the final. 5 presentations total that were not difficult at all. Gives feedback on what he wants done better. Doesn't grade off of a grading sheet, he grades by what he thinks each person is capable of.
super easy, super funny, super nice. Very understanding. He makes you want to talk in class and I hated talking in front of people. He is the BESTTTTTTT!!!! Take him!
HE IS A VERY GREAT PROFESSOR TO BE HONEST
Great professor and just very great class. Hes AMAZING. I love the class we had. It was great.
Great
His speech class first of all made me a better speaker. Easy going professor. Makes your nevousness before the speech to fly away. Teaches you how to control it. This box is not enough to describe how great he is. Makes a lot of fun and very respectful to everyone. Thank you professor. You really are the best professor I have had in KBCC!!!
He is truly one of the best professors in Kingsborough. I'm so lucky I got a chance to take his class. He is such an inspiration! Great and funny personality. Always on fleek. You will learn a lot, you will improve your skills a lot and you will enjoy it a loooot. Take a class with him if you can!
This is a great teacher. He cares for us and really tries to make it all make sense. He's supportive and kind. I wish all the professors were like him.!!!
I took this course during the Winter. Show up, participate, do your work and you'll pass with an easy A. No Textbook was required. Very caring and funny professor.
very very very fantastic professional professor I like him he very nice person in the world
BEST PROFESSOR EVVVVEEEEEEEERRRRRRR! HANDS DOWN! down to earth and lets you make up work aswell! everyone should take him for speech - youll leave feeling confident too
He is an amazing teacher , its an easy A . He makes you laugh and makes you feel wanted in the class. He encourages you to work hard
Awesome prof just took his final and it was funny as hell. I took him cuz of the ratings and everything people said about him is true. we did 5 presentation but the first one was just to warm up (you introduce a partner to a class and other presentations were based on stories and a poem. Had such a fun time being in his class. Loved the final.
This professor is amazing. There is not even space for me to describe him. Hes fun and he makes the class even funnier. 4 presentations and a final. He gives feedback & so does your classmate but he makes sure there is no disrespect. I took him in the summer and I do not regret one bit. People like him I wish could teach me every subject.
One of the best professors Ive taken in kingsborough. Honestly helps you get better at giving speeches and helps you see the potential you have. This class is worth taking. Its an easy pass.
He was the best professor and very helpful.
Jay Michaels is the best professor have ever had. He gives amazing feedback and has great energy that makes everyone in the room feel special. He's funny and down to earth. I highly recommend anyone to take his class!
I was dreading to take any speech class because I have always been scared of public speaking, but Jay Michaels's class was amazing. Besides getting over my fear of public speaking and learning a lot. His class was a lot of fun with not a lot of work. There are five presentations and he would always give clear feedback. I absolutely loved his class!
Great man, positive attitude, respectful, caring, helps to improve on your speaking and listening skills. Take this class and you will not regret it. Best professor ever!!!!
Amazing teacher. You will never be boring on this class.
Professor Michaels, its the joy of the class, your favorite laugh and smile in class. You are the best!! Understandable, funny, Youre one of the Top Greatest Professors! I enjoyed every class and trust me having this class first thing in the morning is the best way to start school every day! Surely would take Speech again if youre my professor!
He is the BEST professor in the world.
I would never skip this class!! Best theatre professor ever!!!! 8
One of the best professors I ever had. I would definitely recommend it for any student. Easy class, fun professor. And interesting subjects
Great Professor. Take him and you "WILL NOT" regret the choice. I had such a great experience in professor Michael's class. Hes a funny guy and he will help you become a great speaker with all his positive feedback from your presentations. He had me stand on a table to present my Marc Anthony piece and........I HAD A BLAST!.
Best and great professor. I liked him a lot. I am Russian speaker and i was afraid at the beginning, especially because of speech. I never spoke in front of the class. Finally, i did it. I had all my 4 speeches. He gave us lots of advice after every speech and now i am so confident. Out of 100 i would give him 101. GREAT GREAT. Thank you Professor.
Best ever
this professor is amazing funny, good at giving advice and can help you very well, also gives great shows that u could go watch at a theater. he is the best.
AMAZING TEACHER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Corny/Funny. Had 4 solo presentations, a news article, a novel excerpt, a monologue and a poem. Great professor, grades you by your progress, which means listening and acting upon his amazing feedback. I normally get super nervous but he makes you feel comfortable and confident. Really great class to get rid of stage fright.
He is fantastic. Hes kind of wild to be honest, but hes a theatrical guy! He makes class fun. He is one of the NICEST professors ever. Hes such an easy grader, its crazy. It can suck because people get Bs when they deserve Cs BUT that does not mean you shouldnt give it your all. Its a life changing class. Hes life changing.
This professor will bring out the best in you, a side you thought never existed. You will participate, you will break that nervousness fear, you will be more confidant and you will have a voice which people will hear and admire you because of. Definitely recommend this professor, he explains everything on how to give a best speech of your life.
Professor Jay michaels is definitely THE BEST professor Ive ever had. He tries to get you out of your comfort zone and participate. He brings out the best side of you most definitely. If I could retake this class I definitely would take it a million times. This class is so fun, the speeches are mandatory. Participate and get an ez A
Jay changed the way I view things in life and also made me a much more confident speaker. Take him!!
Professor Michaels is excellent , his lectures are amazing and fun, he gives way too many chances and if you do not pass it's because you're really lazy.
Take this professor even if you don't have to take speech bc he is THAT AMAZING, i dreaded taking speech and almost dropped it bc i was so terrified but he is so supportive and gives such positive feedback and makes you feel so comfortable in the class! i wish i could take him for other classes! hands down one of the best professors I've ever had!!
Prof J Michaels is an amazing professor to take for the summer classes. He gives amazing feedback and does not give negative feedback to the students. I would recommend taking this Prof class. Also he does take you out of your comfort zone but it was good for me since I am an introvert which helped open up & talk more to my classmates.
Just take his class, hes amazing. You wont regret it and will definitely enjoy everyday. He is so funny, and he isnt a tough grader, definitely recommend taking his class.
AMAZING, AMAZING, AMAZING!!! This was one of my favorite classes of all time. I had a blast in this class. Definitely would recommend Professor Michaels to anyone. He's funny, cares about his students and easy going, time just flies as your enjoying everything he has to teach!!
I echo what everyone else has already said. HE IS AMAZING! Only 4 presentations, that will take you out of your comfort zone lol, so be prepared! Gives amazing feedback, very funny, and gives you plenty of chances! If you get anything less than an A, then you must be lazy! I wish I could take him for every class, seriously, GREATEST PROFESSOR EVER!
Im glad i took this class The Best professor Ever Take his class you wont regret it He gives really great feedback on your speeches there are 4 solo presentations and a Final so take notes
THE BEST PROFESSOR EVER Take his class you wont regret 4 solo presentations take notes! there is a final
Jay Michael is a excellent professor he never gives you failing grade he believes in C'S and B+. Everybody starts out with a A+ as there grade. You have too work hard to maintain that A GRADE IN CLASS.
I love this professor! I didn't think i would this class but i wanna go back and retake his class as times as possible. i took him for the winter semester and it was the best decision so far. one of the BEST professors in KBCC. LOVE HIM! looking forward to take him again in the future. TAKE HIM AND YOU WON'T REGRET IT AT ALL.
LOVE HIM!!!!! I wish I could take him for every class!!! I had a early morning class with him and he makes it worth every second!!! TAKE HIM!!!!!!!!!!
excellent professor
He is an Amazing professor really. the best professor I ever have in my life. After his class, I feel the confidence I don't have fear to stand on stage gives a great speech. I feel like I am a leader or Actor. there is no homework or reading just prepare for the presentation. my friend told me he is her dream professor now I believe her.
One of the best professors I ever had. I would definitely recommend it for any student. Easy class, fun professor. And interesting subjects He encouraged me all the semester Never give any negative comments Always positive First thing he always say that is excellent work There is no homework or reading Just prepare for 5 presentation.
Public speaking class with Professor M. is Chill and exciting. Its hard to say its an easy A class but I feel like Professor really gives everyone a chance to Ace it. Especially with students with learning disabilities or language barrier, he gives generous grade. 3 speeches (dont be shy and always with POWERPOINT) + easy MCQ final w 50 questions.
I never write reviews, but this professor is really worth to write about. He is the BEST speech professor in KBCC for sure! Everyone starting with A+, you just need to keep your grade by doing the work he assigns. 3 speeches, 1 group project, final 50 multiple choice questions. English is not my first language and it was so comfortable in class!
Best Professor!!
Im glad I took this class. The best professor ever.
The class was very interesting and informative! The fact that we all have to be now on the online mode upsets a little bit, especially when you are watching an educational video by professor Michaels and can only imagine how great his classes are in person. I truly enjoy my summer session by taking professor Michel's class! Great educator!
I Love this, Professor !!! He is absolutely amazing, really professional and amiable, and kind.
He truly cares about his students and genuinely wants you to pass. Do all the work and youll get an easy A. EASIEST CLASS EVER! IF YOU ARE ABLE TO TAKE HIM, TAKE HIM NO QUESTIONS ASKED! He is so kind and cares about your mental health and understands when times are tough. Show up, do the work (which was to read basically and present),and youre set
The best professor I've had so far I would differently take him again if I would!
I am the freshman year of KBCC, I fell extremely lucky that I had Professor Jay Michael teach the class. His class is very structural and organized. Also he is very cool, humor and make class easy to understanding. He is very friendly that can reduce the stress for class. He also provided much opportunities for your future career as extra credit.
This is one of the best proffesors. I ever had, as long as you communicate, show up to class and be respectful then you have nothing to worry about. Basically show that you actually care, funny guy and very easygoing. Mr. michaels if your seeing this thanks for making my fresman semester memorable and easygoing. Thank you for everything. best proff
Very interesting and knowledgeable video lectures, prof explained our mistakes individually which is a plus. He gave us a lot of support to pass his class. Has been always connected to the students, as a class and individually. Very good professor overall. Would take him again!
Excellent educator but don't take his kindness for weakness. Show up and put your camera on if the class is synchronous!! Great sense of humor, and he will provide you with excellent information on improving your speaking and presentation skills. These are LIFE skills, pay attention and take heed to his advice and guidance.
Honestly, I am a relatively shy person and was incredibly nervous when taking a course in public speaking. But after some encouragement and guidance from this professor, after taking his feedback I believe I have improved with my speaking. Overall an incredible professor!
wow what great professor knows how to get the best out of everyone in the class without putting too much pressure.
Amazing Professor. If you do the work you will pass. Be respectful to this man he deserves it.
before taking his class I was a little nervous, but Jay makes you feel comfortable in his class. and one thing I'm so grateful is that he helps you built your confidence. I would recommend him to any students who are taking speech class.
He is a great professor and I really enjoyed his class. He really provides a safe and open space to be an intellectual. Highly recommend professor.
This professor is AMAZING! Im so upset the semester is over! At first I underestimated his teaching style, then the more I went to class the more I understood that he is not your typical textbook learner. He is highly intelligent and deserves a lot of respect! Dont take advantage of his kindness, submit your work on time and participate. Easy A
Since I know the professor checks his ratings on this website, I just hope he remembers me. I am the one who did the Charge of the Light Brigade as my Final Project for this class. In the beginning, I was riddled with doubt in even passing. With his encouragement, I was able to do well if not the best in the class. Sincerely, William Alex Wong
Professor Michaels is the BEST. This was my second class with him and you know what - I'm taking a THIRD class with him. He will give you praise and confidence and truly help you to project and speak with articulation and meaning. If you have an opportunity to take one of Professor Michaels classes - do not hesitate and enroll right away!
Hes super nice, gives you very clear feedback, and his class is actually really fun. Hes all around a great guy.
he really is an amazing teacher. he will make you feel comfortable. I really loved the class and I would take it a million times over. He's very reasonable and has the best stories. you will love speech after having him.
If you want an easy class to take but that challenges you to get out of your comfort zone take this class! He's amazing and a funny professor. He makes you get out of your comfort zone and always gives amazing feedback to use for your next project.
The best teacher ever!!!!!!
He's the best professor you'll ever take at this school. He forced everyone out of their shell and made us better people, every student can attest to that.
Information is easy to remember. It is interesting to listen to the professor, and I wanted to come to classes again and again. Love it!
Amazing professor!!! Has a way of teaching that is very intriguing. If you have fear of public speaking, this professor is the way to go. Gives great feedback, and pushes you to do better.
Very inspiring.
REALLY cool professor. Knows so much about various kinds of media, super willing to engage with a variety of topics. He's super good at bringing people out of their shells, and he's very understanding of the fact that you may not have ever done public speaking before while still expecting you to bring your A-game. Recommend recommend recommend!
Professor Michaels is AMAZING !!! He gives excellent feedback. He Motivates you to do better. He makes you want to come to class. To all those looking for a speech class, I HIGHLY recommend you get into Professor Michaels's class, and you will not be disappointed. Thank you so much, professor, for everything.
Great professor. Just how a professor should be. It's not about grades with him. It's about development. I felt he should have been a bit harder on the students. It would have helped them to improve and grow more. Always has a good thing to say about everyone. Wonderful person. I chose him over other speech professors and I am quite glad I did!
Professor Micheals is Awsome, show up to class, be on time, participate and you get the grade that you deserve....
AWESOME
TAKE HIM IF YOU CAN. He is my favorite professor i ever took his class was the only class i would be excited for, he would go above and beyond to try and help you become a better you. He Motivates you to do better. He makes you want to come to class.
The professor is a knowledgeable teacher. In class, I had many opportunities for speech practice, and he gave us feedback and suggestions in time. I got a lot of inspiration and encouragement from him, which made me improve a lot and believe that I can do better than I expect. If you really want to improve yourself in speech, just take his class.
He was a loud talker but his grading never made sense and I was never told why I was dropped.
He's very knowledgeable and experienced in the field. Although his lectures were a bit lacking, he is a great professor.
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Online Classes
100%
Attendance Mandatory
86%
Textbook Required
9%
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