Jeff is an incredible prof, makes the class fun, you learn a lot, you can't get away with bs'ing through the class, but if you go, its an easy A. take him for brit lit series and shakespeare.

Jeff is the best college instructor I have ever had. He is challenging and supportive. I have never learned more from another single instructor. He reaches out to students and pulls them in. If you are looking for an "easy A," try somewhere else. If you want to learn, take Jeff's classes. I had him 5 times (because I'm an English major).

My favorite teacher!

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Wasn't looking forward to the class but really enjoyed it. Jeff made it a lot of fun and expected a higher level of thinking not usually expected at the community college level. Recommend!

Jeff is a great guy who really makes his students think. I learned so much from him that I not only use in writting, but in life.

Great teacher if you are fresh from high school without much political knowledge or historical perspective. If you want to know the mechanics of writing, this is not the class for you. If you want to learn how to debate politically charged issues, then take this class.

Ah! Such a good teacher with great passion for his job. We would get lost in class discussions and forget to check the clock. Some days everyone would leave late, on accident, just because we were so involved. He really tries to help students understand writing.

Take WR122 from him if you like double the work.

Jeff was a fascinating teacher. There were times when i got frusterated with him but it was as he says good frustration. If you arn't willing to work your ass off dont bother. I literitally had dreams about the class i worked that hard. Like he says, an A isnt given its earned. Good luck!

Very helpful and fun professor. I highly suggest the class and the instructor.

Jeff is amazing. He's a very fair grader and he really helps his students to think. I thoroughly enjoyed his class.

Jeff was a very good teacher, he was just as interested in coming to class as he would want you to be. On many occasions he would assign a reading that is philosophically sound, and profound. The work load was pretty darn high, he did expect at the very least an entire written page to have ready for every class.

Great teacher who pushed his student hard. He expects students to act like college students and the work load is more than most 121 writing classes. He was always available to students who needed the extra help though and liked to have conversations in his teachings. I recommend him if you are truly interested in developing stronger critical thinki

great teacher...way too much homework

Funny guy, great teacher and kees it real. Don't bother trying to find the easy way out of his homework - you will utterly fail. I learned a lot and enjoyed the work involved, even though there was a lot of it. Interesting class, always.

He was.. alright. He was usually enthusiastic and fun, but expected his students to be OBSESSED with the material like him. He claimed to be easy going and nice to everyone, but he wasn't really. On one paper I wrote that I felt the article I was reviewing was good, but over did the point. He wrote that my review was "anti intelligent non-sense"

Great instructor. Took his Literature of Bob Dylan class and it blew me away. Hard work pays off. You will not get by trying to skate by Jeff. He expects you to be present and be involved in your work. And it's worth every bit.

READ THIS REVIEW. I took his 122 class, the workload is HARD! but you will learn SO much info about writing!!!Jeff is extremely intimidating, and comes across very strict but is SO SMART. you will be writing papers 24/7 but he lets students do late work for a full grade, and also lets you revise papers for better grade. he really helps you learn!

He'll publicly humiliate anyone who shows up late-- thankfully I never did, but I felt bad for the kids who did. Later learned some of his conventions were wrong, but I still learned a fair bit and wrote some great papers while in his class. Prepare to make this class your priority, and he's strict, but you'll learn the material!

Best professor I've ever had. He is obsessed with the material but you'll learn a ton about society the class will complete change the way you look at culture. He is kind of strict but by the end of the class you will be a much better writer.

Great class and learning enviornent, you'll learn tons. Teacher has high expectations of you, which will drive you to do your best.

Jeff is definitely the best professor I had in my college experience. In fact, I recommended him for a Professor of the Year Award. That being said, he is very demanding and the workload is enormous (too much in my opinion). Additionally, he is very politically opinionated and at times that factors into his discussions. Be prepared to think.

He says what he means and he means what he says. He expects that the students in his class are there to learn and experience an education. He encourages his students to expand their horizons and learn from their mistakes. Being creative, critical, and having the ability to participate in class discussions will make a difference in how well you do.

AMAZING professor. he understanding, generous, intelligent, kind etc. His office is open for you to ask questions or just chat. He treats you as his equal and is eager to teach you as well as learn from you. Be prepared for a heavy work load though.

His class was great.You are required to go to office hours a couple of times during the term, it is well worth your while. He does not have a late policy making his class easy to get an A. I turned in my assignments during office hours everyday after class. Feedback is immense and he is understanding when education and personal-life have conflicts.

If you want to learn to write, and understand writing this is the place to be. Jeff is great--very dedicated instructor.

ENG 270 - Bob Dylan. Take this class AND this professor! You will work hard, and if you do, you will be rewarded. A great presence in class and accessible out of class. Will engage you as much as you want. If you like to think and participate, you will like Jeff. If you think class is about eating a doughnut, you may not. He is an A+ prof.

Jeff is a dedicated teacher, I took him for the entire 100 level writing series my first 2 years of college. He is tuff but if you put in the effort you'll be rewarded and most importantly you'll learn to write college level essays.

Jeff teaches this class like it should be taught. He expects you to be prepared and to have input on the material. Be prepared to read and write every day. I recommend getting a jump start as soon as you can on Moodle. He sends the syllabus out early and that READING SHOULD NOT BE PROCRASTINATE if you want to enjoy this great class

Jeff is a left wing teacher. At times I thought I was in a sociology class. The readings in the class are from extremely left point of view ( Ward Churchill ). Don't argue your own opinion, just follow his A If you can ignore that, he will make you better writer. The work load is heavy for a entry level class.

The class is very challenging but worth it if you rise to the occasion. Jeff isn't easy to impress, so when you work hard and get that "pat on the back" from him it feels great. He's always available to give help or point you in the right direction. He can be snappy though, sometimes it may seem like you have to walk on eggshells.

Mr. Harrison is great! At first I was not a fan, but in the end I really enjoyed his class. He gives his students great feed back on every assignment. He encourages writing about things that you are interested in. He also allows late work and revisions for every assignment, so if you are willing to put in a lot of work you can earn an A.

Jeff is a fantastic teacher, and I actually enjoyed this course. The work load is A LOT though, so do not take ENG 253 with him if you don't have time for 5-15 hours of hw a week. You must remember to keep up with journaling, reading, posting, and studying, other why's you will fall behind and not be able to catch up.

This professor is passionate about teaching. His class is one of the hardest I have ever taken, but he is right there to help you through it. He encourages students to visit during office hours for any questions or problems that arise. He wants his students to learn and be successful, and he works hard to ensure that happens.

He is a really passionate teacher and expects a lot from you. Do NOT take if you want an easy A/class. Jeff helped me become a better writer but it took a lot of work. I redid all my essays and homework to get an A. He gives a lot of homework but gives a great amount of feedback so you can improve your writing skills.

He's very strict and close minded. He voices his opinions clearly (i.e. cell phones are "brainwashing" us, so he won't allow them on the table). With that aside, he's a very hard grader but allows for re-dos on all assignments, which helps a lot. The class was really eye-opening to relevant issues, but the homework is time consuming and intense.

He was my professor in 1998. I have not forgotten his incredible discussions. He is straightforward and expects participation. A++++

Jeff is the best and truest teacher I've ever had by a mile. At first you might hate him (I know I did) but once I went to office hours and got to know him I loved him. He does his best to involve each and every student, and he will not hesitate to call you out so be prepared. Hard-ass, old school type dude. Very smart, and will force you to THINK

Homework is due almost every single class meeting. He is a tough grader, In my class only one student received an A on the first paper due. This is a difficult course . With that said he is a good Professor who wants to help and students and I would take him again.

Jeff's very passionate about writing and about social injustice, which is a constant focus of the class. This can be overwhelming if you're sensitive to such issues as there's a /lot/ of homework and almost all of it involves you connecting with the readings, and it's easy to then absorb all that negativity. Avoid that, and it's a worthwhile class.

This class is a lot of work. Jeff can be difficult to like at first but you will undoubtedly gain a lot of respect for him throughout this course. Jeff is one of the most aware and perspective enhancing teachers you will ever have. I had a hard time keeping up with the work load but his ability to think and teach kept me engaged.

I understand why a lot of people find Jeff off-putting and arrogant, even rude (he kind of is), but he's probably the best instructor I've had at Lane. He holds his students to an extremely high standard, which encouraged me to live up to my full potential as a writer and critical thinker. Be prepared for a lot of writing and close, deep reading.

A really good teacher in terms of giving feedback about your writing. He is always willing to help to improve your writing. His writing papers are turned in for credit, but if you want that A, it's always best to re-do the paper, which always ends up being twice the work. Be prepared for the writing assignment to be about social/political issues.

He's pretty opinionated, but it's not hard to get onto his good side. If you participate and do the homework you will do fine. He allows revisions and is willing to help anyone with any struggles they come across. There is a lot of homework, but it's not hard to get it done in an hour or two if you just sit down and do it. Plus he gives some EC.

Dr. Jeff Harrison is one of very few remaining exceptional teachers I've come across. He is extremely intelligent and wants only for everyone he teaches to become a better writer. He doesn't put up with students who "just show up", and expect to pass. Harrison allows students to revise HW and Essays as many times as they want in order to get 100%.

Dr. Harrison is one of the best English teachers I have had in a long time. I am a fairly good writer and Harrison helped me hone my skills to college level. I completely understand why some people don't like him. At first, I didn't either. But after talking to him, he truly cares about your success. Be prepared for a lot of work and lots of talk

This is an exceptional professor, but don't dink around in his class. He challenges your thinking and the way the world wants you to think. If you actually pay attention and work hard, there are so many benefits to taking this class. He is a kind soul. He reminds me of a wizard and I really appreciate him.

This class was hard, but I loved it so much I took his Writing 122 the next term. If you want to learn a lot, and have a great college experience, you won't regret taking it. Dr. Harrison a really good instructor and you will quickly learn that EVERYTHING he does in his class is with purpose. A sign of a great educator. I highly recommend him.

This teacher is extremely difficult, but he will create a good writer out of you! His class takes a lot of thought, each week I'd be lucky if I didn't spend at least 15-20 hours on his assignments. Good luck.

Professor Harrison is without a doubt the best professor I've ever had. His classes are challenging but exceptionally rewarding--not only will your writing improve but you'll start to look at the world in a more critical manner. He assigns a lot of homework but doesn't assign late penalties for anything except our midterm & final essays.

Nature Literature with Professor Harrison was by far the most difficult English course I have ever taken, but my goodness, it was worth it. I took this class in fall of 2020, and I miss it almost everyday. For those who wish to redefine their relationship with nature, this is the class for you. The course is tough, but don't let that scare you.

Dr. Harrison's class, lectures, and assignments are very thoughtful. He does a great job not only giving students excellent academic techniques but encourages learning of critical thinking that will set you up for "real-life" situations. His course is SO applicable. The group workeven over Zoomis very engaging and interesting. TAKE THIS COURSE!

This class will make you a better writer. There were two writing assignments per week, but each was a double spaced page of your own commentary related to the short reading. What many people seem to be mad about is that this class requires you to think! He is very available outside of class, but students must make the effort to meet with him.

If you approach this course with an open mind, it very well may be the best course you'll ever take. Dr. Harrison cares about what he teaches, and provides excellent course material. This class will turn you from a writer to a DIGGER (you'll get it when you take the class. Would absolutely take again!

Professor Harrison is a must-have teacher if you desire real education. I took both WR121 and 122 with him and would recommend anyone else do the same that is trying to truly improve both their writing and ways of thinking. Difficult class, but in the best kind of way. Be prepared to write good essays. Problem-solving education at its finest!

This class was one of the hardest classes I have taken yet. There are assignments for each class and lots of paper is required (get ready to print a lot.) He does get the best work out of you. Would be a 5-star if he didn't pick on students so much, and didn't have such high standards set for a first-year writing class.

Must have books ready by day one. Always be there you only have one free pass. Homework every night (lots of reading and writing). Always do your hw ready. Amazing topics. In class large/small group discussions. Three main essays. No tests or quizzes. Wants you to think, dig deeper. "So what?" Read syllabus and don't ask dumb questions.

Prof. Harrison cares for his students. While the class is challenging he is always there to support his students. I recommend his class if you want to become a better thinker and writer.

Professor Harrison is great! He expects a lot from you, but that's because he wants you to learn as much as possible. Also, he works hard to give you good feedback, and prioritizes you. He doesn't require students to do anything he doesn't do himself. He's strict and can act a little demeaning sometimes, but he has students best interests in mind.

He challenges you in class and at home with challenging assignments and essays. You will learn a lot, but you will also have to do a lot of work. If you are just here for the writing credit, I would not recommend this professor. Overall, cool and understanding professor as long as you are not rude to him.

By far the best writing teacher I've ever had. Professor Harrison isn't the easiest, but he truly cares about challenging your thinking and pushing you to be your best. Professor Harrison's dedication to his students sets him apart from other teachers I've had, and I am grateful for his impact on my thinking as well as my writing abilities.

Professor Harrison runs a rigorous class, but if you engage with the material and utilize resources like the textbook and study tools like unstuck ai, you can excel. Stay on top of the heavy workload, attend class, and be prepared to dive deep into the topics.

If you have responsibilities, a job, children, do not take this course. If this was my only class I would still be stressed. DO NOT TAKE THIS CLASS. Around 7-10 pages of writing weekly and a stupid amount of reading on top. Despite this, the class will teach you a lot.

Jeff is an awesome professor. I was initially super intimidated to take his class ( Bob Dylan; American Poet ENG 270 ) because of some of his reviews on here. He creates a comfortable classroom environment and the dude just genuinely loves Bob Dylan. He works with you and is super understanding of students with medical conditions.