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Very easy teacher. Seems like everybody got A in his class. Classes always dismiss early.
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He is a great teacher. you learn alot in his class. Also is very understanding and not TOO strict on tardies or absences! =) and hes cute!
good teacher. very understanding and helpful. =0
Very nice teacher, take his class an you can get a good grade if you do all your assignments. Very understanding with the people who is not English speaker.
I can now write a descent paper. :) Made it enjoyable to learn.
we should go surf!!!!keep up that shaka
Quality instruction, quality instructor. He doesn't sugar coat reality and is thorough with the material. A free thinkers professor, a philosophers friend. Take him and be enlightened.
Makes it interesting. You can tell he loves the literature.
Mr. Laird is an excellent teacher. Be prepared to write about the literature you read. Though it's not a prerequisite, taking comp I & II before taking this course is helpful.He's intelligent, funny and cute to boot!
mr. lards cool. hilarious most of the time. but gives a lot of homework WEEKLY.!!! ;/ but his class was fun and i loved it.!!! fyi i hope i get extra points for rating you
does a good job. is cool about ppl. coming in late, and has a good personality
Mr. Laird makes learning fun! Be prepared to study, read, and write. He has a great sense of humor and loves his work. His class is what you make of it. If you make an effort to study, do your homework, and use the resourse available such as himself and the writing center and you will pass!!!
Prior to taking Comp. 2 with Mr. Laird, I hated English, now I somewhat enjoy it. He is very helpful and really makes learning fun. He has a great sense of humor and always tries to get his students involved in class discussions. I highly recommend taking Prof. Laird!!
Laird has a unique style of teaching. He has the ability to relate to his students. He makes the learning environment more interesting.
Laird is very into explaining the stories and poems that he interprets. English is not a good topic for me but he made it interesting.
I don't particularly like Literature, and have struggled with this subject. Professor Laird has a passion for Literature and makes learning the works of different writers a little easier. He does let everyone have their own opinion about what they thought they got out of the selection and that is appreciated.
I thought that he keep the lectures unbiased and he opens the topics for discussion and lets the students express their interpreations of the readings. Do the assigned readings so you can be involved in the discussions.
He?s an excellent teacher with a full command of the subject. He knows what works for students, he understands the mind set of his students and the capability of the class, so he makes the effort to map out whatever technique is necessary to help the class understand the material. He?s a fair professor. I enjoyed his instruction.
this is great teacher. he's very fun and very helpful. i really recomend anyone to come to temple college just for this dude. he's great thumbs up.
Very entertaining and helpful
Laird is a very funny teacher. He really does what he can to keep you entertained. Theres never really a boring moment in his class.
Mr. Laird is a great teacher. I took his American Lit class and was extremely pleased with how the class was. He is an awesome educator and was willing to help with anything class related. I learned tons and had alot of fun in the class. Overall the class was not too hard but you still had work for your grade
Mr. Laird was fun and interesting but gave too much homework. He did give fair grades though and really seemed to want his students to succeed. He often went off on minor tangents or talk about awkward or irrelevant things. Overall he was a good teacher.
He's a good teacher all around. He's clear and not monotonous, and friendly which is always good. One bad thing about the class I'm in is that various students often get on long tangents...and it can be hard to get a word in, for discussion. But that may be more a problem with the students than the teacher. Overall I recommend him.
Mr. Laird is very relatable and provides quality interpretations with textual evidence that allows you to refer back to and grasp the concept. He is genuinely passsionate about his job, and I have a great deal of respect for him. He is also fun and doesn't keep a leash on his students although sometimes they need a muzzle. :)
Great Teacher that knows his stuff and makes it really fun
this class was hard.
Great teacher, made the subject easy to understand.
awesome class...I'm not that great at poetry, but this class opens my eyes to different interpretations. Thanks
i hate english until i was taught by Mr. Laird
Mr. Laird is a really down to earth sort of guy, and makes plenty of room for personal analysis and interpretation in his lectures. A++++++ would buy again.
fun in class and keeps you interested
Tough class, fun though
He was a great teacher I enjoyed him a lot. If you have never had him you should take him.
Very nice teacher, he works with you so you can understand what he is talking about, very laid back.
Mr. Laird is very easy going and laid back. He explains this clearly and he is pretty witty... if you pay attention you'll catch him cracking jokes, i would recommend him
i really enjoyed the class! the discussions were always entertaining and informative.
He is a good professor.
Great teacher. Knows his material. Laid back. Easy to talk too. Very funny.
Great teacher! Made learning fun. Very easy to talk to and he genuinely cares about his students
He is a cool professor.
He is a really good teacher and the class is enjoyable.
He knows a lot about literature and gives many interpretations. I liked his class and it wasn't terribly hard. He is easy to work with and is very helpful.
Mr. Laird is a funny guy and will help his students get through the course all one has to do is show up and do your assignments.
i enjoyed your class and i really enjoyed the poems we went over
enjoyed your class and i really enjoyed the poems we went over it was nice being in your class
Mr. Laird was a really interesting teacher. We had fun but we also learned a lot. He had an open forum class where we would talk about the material and discuss our different viewpoints on the topic. Sometimes it would get a little out of hand and he would have to intervene. All in all it was a great class and I really enjoyed it.
used the textbook very well loved the class did not like the writing so much but helped me improve
dude being in ur class was a blast.
This professor was extreme laid back while maintaining the class on focus. He had a professional yet fun approach to the subject and although not overbearing, did make sure you got your work done to get a decent grade. His dates for assignments were almost all listed and with only the occasional quiz. It's your own fault if you miss though.
Very chill and shows passions for the subjects.
Great teacher and really easy to get along with and participate in class.
Funny guy. Made a potentially boring subject pretty interesting and accessible. Sometimes tells a scandalous joke or two, but that's right up my alley.
Lots of out of class work. For the summer, I don't recommend taking any other classes at the same time.
There is a lot of out of class work. I would not recommmend taking this class in the summer or with a lot of classes. Laird was a great instructer, but the workload is a little intense for someone with a full plate.
Laird is awesome
Great Teacher-he was able to include all of the students and clearify what British Authors were trying to say.
He is fun,kind and helpful to all students. Lots of writing assignment but he'll work with you if you need help. I would take his class again and highly recommend his class
Great prof! Visit him during office hours, he wants to help you out!
If you come to class and take notes, you can't fail. Thanks for making a class I dreaded into a fun one.
So much better than having to take it elsewhere.
He really made British Literature tolerable.
keep it yo. lol!
Very informative. Most knowledgable on subject. Great teacher. Very proffesional, yet uses a fun atmosphere. Class participation is a must! I would rate him as excellent.
Hot or not!! Too funny!! You were a really good teacher. I wish i had you for comp 2 but they gave me someone else. Good Luck!!
great teacher, very humurous, and makes you want to learn!
Good teacher lots of fun.
Good teacher uses humor to help you relax and learn. He sets a good environment for leaning. He is quick with the questions about your work as well as with a joke. My writing skills have improved considerably since attending this class.
Thank you for all your help keep up the good work
Real Fun!!!
Very unquie style of teaching and by far the most entertaining professor ever!
I enjoyed this class!! :)
Cool class, learned a lot.
Fun class, I learned a lot.
VERY GOOD, I took this class with another prof once and got a d in it with mr. laird i am going to get a B
Laird is funny. Class is always intersting. There is a good amount of work to be done, but it is managable. Great class.
Mr Laird is a good teacher. be prepared for a lot of work in his class because he will assign alot of reading but he is very helpful if you ask
Awsome teacher! Very helpful and willing to take work in by e-mail if not brought in to class. Have to do some work, but its not hard to pass.
He talks alot on every topic. Goes into great detail.
Professor Laird was well rounded teacher. He was very knowledgeable and helpful throughout the year, I enjoyed taking his class.
Mr. Laird is a Laid back easy-going teacher. He fully explains the topics and will help you with anything that needs to be done in the class, he is also good about making sure you understand what is going on.
He was great.
Mr. Laird is great individual and a teacher. Also, he has been one of the best English professors I have ever aquainted myself wih because he is excellent at explaining in complete detail on every subject and little detail.
Very good teacher, I learned a lot and it was a fun class.
He is extremely knowledgeable and good at what he does. He is very funny and makes the class fun. I am really glad that I had him as my professor. I learned a lot in his class and enjoyed it. Be prepared to work, use your time wisely, and participate during class time and you should do just fine. Oh yeah, he is Smokin Hot! Yes Really. No joke!! :o)
Great course. I really enjoyed the way he presented the information. He's a really funny guy and good professor. I'd recommend him to anyone.
Professor presented the material well.
Mr. Laird is an excellent professor. He knows the material and presents it well. He has a great sense of humor, and flexible in working with the student. However, be advised that he isn't easy. He assigns a lot of homework. Despite this, the student will come away that much smarter as a result of the greater challenge he presents.
We had just gotten new text book so Laird was trying to write a whole new corse schedule, which did not work very well. He was good with lectures but not a very good teacher, if that makes any sense. Over all okay but would not really recommend if your weakness in school is english comp.
Professor Laird is a great teacher who provides his students with fun-filled class lectures each day. He is understanding and willing to work with everyone that wants to do well.
I really enjoyed going to his class because made you feel welcomed. He is very knowledgable about the subject. You can see his passion come out in his teaching. I would take is class again and I enocurage you to.
Professor Laird uses an interesting and innovative teaching method. His class is actually somewhat fun.
He's a great teacher and I love his class.
This class was interesting. It was hard at first, but then got easier. Don't drop or get scared due to the amount of work that you have to do. It's not that bad. It only looks bad on paper. Good class, worth your time.
Enjoyed the class very much.
Good class. Learned about drama, poetry, and fiction. Not too hard professor was very cooperative and helpful.
Study and KNOW!! the terms and how they relate to each literary work. Speak up in class and asks a lot of questions. Do all of this and you'll do GREAT!
This class was very interesting. The poetry was great and insperational. The class seems a little overwhelming with the reading in the very begining but Do Not Give Up!!...it gets much easier. Laird is a spontaneous, interseting, funny and very helpful techer. Two thumbs up for Laird!
Good teacher just do your reading and work hard.
He's good, but hard.
He's fair and keeps in interesting ... its rated pg 13 most days but can be R for SC and L lol so if you get offended easily might not want this class .. if your normal you will laugh you butt off most days
Great teacher. You will make an A if you put in a little effort. Very great environment to learn in and helps you if you just ask.
Finally, a teacher who recognizes the educational potential of YouTube! Mr. Laird incorporates numerous visuals which serve to better illustrate the literature and elucidate various concepts.
Very interesting and fun!
I had to add another pepper for hotness...one just wouldn't do him justice...He is an awesome professor. Times may get tough...just don't fail yourself & you'll do fine.
He is extremely knowledgeable in this area as well as others.He's an understanding guy...but don't take that for granted.He has a great personality & makes the class fun.I recommend him to anyone.Bonus:HE'S one HELL of a SEXY MAN(please don't let this comment deter you of my credibility).Take professor Laird & you will be glad you did...no doubt. Fall-2009
It is a great class and always leaves us laughing. There is a lot of work and one should only take this class by itself or with one more class.
This class really helped me with my writing skills. the DDs and essays showed improvement as the semester went on because of his instruction and critique
Salacious, prurient, libidinous, & toothsome are much more accurate in describing his appeal. His tests are difficult, because of the specificity of the questions. If you are attempting to improve your writing, he will help. He is talented enough to challenge even the best writers. Expects the student to be somewhat autodidactic. Be motivated.
This guy is freaking hilarious...the class aint boring at all..he gives you a lot of work though..overall, he's a good teacher
Very interesting keeps you involved in the lecture but he does keep you busy outside the classroom. Lot of writing and reading assignments. Not a prefered class if you already have alot on your plate because you will need time for this class.
This class is really helpful. I think that you are a really good teacher and explain everything as good as you can.
He needs to take into consideration that his class is not the only one that his students are taking. I would not take his class again or recommend it to anyone else. rude sense of humor
he is a very hard teacher that actually makes you use your brain. he is a very smart teacher and it is hard to write for his class since he is very smart. when you take his class, you will know you are doing college work.
A lot of tedious work, but learn a lot. He is very thorough with each text. He assumes you already know stuff from Comp. I and II. Make sure to keep up with your reading; it makes the class easier. Use the writing center. He will find things to criticize no matter what. You definitely deserve your grade, must work for it.
harsh grader it seems like he just looks at the paper and decides what to give you based on his mood. i have a paper that got a bad grade and it didnt have a single mark on it so i dont know what i did wrong. if you need help go to writing center they will help you more
Good class. Make sure you pay attention, keep up with reading, remember your not in high school! Use resources before asking for assistance. Learned alot and glad I did not drop the class but make sure you have time to dedicate to reading!!!
Good teacher, but very tough. Gives lots of homework and assignments. Wanted to make his class both educational and fun. I didn't like some of of the stories/movies/jokes he made us read/watch/listen to, though. But overall I feel I learned a lot from him.
Fun class! makes you dig deep into the literature! He is a great help!
Overall good class. Be prepared to do a good amount of work. What I really enjoy about this class is that you get a chance to learn about the history of the literature.
This class was very hard. There was a lot of homework and he grades hard.
I loved the class. It was hard at times but once you got it it was easy to grasp. The work we did was alot but it was never really hard. Overall Mr. Laird is a really great teacher.
I learned alot in his class. he gives you alot of assignments. but those assignments make you a better writer. we had great discussions in his class.
Good class. He is a good teacher. I learned a lot about literature. Just make sure you read and take good notes in class.
Preety cool. A Very fun Class.
It's a easy class, as long as you take good,good notes. He a cool teacher, keeps you laughing.
There is a lot of reading but it is a literature class. He is a very knowledgable teacher and knows what he is talking about. You better know all the rules of grammar and be very fimilar with MLA 7 format. Luckily there are books. And he will meet with you to work on papers, responds quickly to emails. Mr. Laird is very laid back I like the course!
Mr. Laird is a very helpful professor. I am not that great with English, but his class is fun. He teaches for you to learn and enjoy what you are learning.
T.C is very Blessed to have him as a teacher Dr. Laird is awesome
He is a great English Professor. He is helpful and makes the class interesting. He also has a awesome personality and sense of humor.
Mr. Laird is an awesome person as well as and awesome professor. He knows literature like the back of his hand. He is always willing to give you his time if you need help, but do not expect him to be easy! You need to do your work and work hard, but it is worth it because not only will you earn a good grade, you will learn a lot about literature!
Great teacher!
Professor requires a lot of busy work. Some work is strenuous some is not. Professor knows the material and is always available to give extra help. There is no reason anyone needs to fail or do poorly in the course.
this professor has helpe me,somuch during this semester, even though he has a lot of work,it was difficult because im preagnant but he trie to hang in thier with me.
Mr. Laird is an excellent instructor. His class was never boring, and I loved the way he used YOUTUBE and videos in class. He is very knowledgeable in his domain. He uses D2L to put up class lectures, PowerPoint?s, and any other material needed. He will give out plenty of short assignments, but if you stay on top of things you will be fine (do not!
It was a good class, interesting and entertaining. Do all your work, and either discuss or read passages in class and an A or B is a cinch. There is a lot of work, but it should be expected by now. I would take him again.
He drives you to dig for info. I would have overlooked.Thanks
Good teacher and class, be prepared to do your daily reading and have a good understanding. Fair amount of work but nothing impossible or just busy work. He is funny and makes the class interseting.
Professor is good. He gives a daily reading assignment, which is not bad. He keeps the lectures over the reading assignments interesting.
Good professor! He will definitely work with you if you ask for his help especially when it comes to checking research papers for errors. Quite a bit of work to do for the class,so you will need to manage your time wisely.
He manages to make British Literature interesting, which is an amazing accomplishment.
Knows what he is talking about and very good about helping meet students needs. It was never hard to stay awake in his class, and the material wasn't hard at all. Stay on top of things and it'll be easy.
Very enjoyable class for what its worth. Gives you alot of work to keep up with(i took him in the summer session though) but is very fair and helpful with any questions or confusion. Great sense of humor!
An excellent professor. I really enjoyed his class. He takes the time and effort to make sure that you understand what you're reading. Be prepared to do a lot of work, but most of it is very easy and simply takes a little time to complete.
The teacher will work with you, all you got to do is ask. He makes sure that its a reasonable amount of time to get your homework or assignments done. He helps in anyway that he can to provide you with better notes, so that each individual understands lcearly.
He can be helpful if you actually schedule an appointment with him. However, his test are pretty hard, you have to know how to write properly before going into this class.
Very good overall
This class was challenging but he does help you on the writing portion of the class. Would not recommend for summer if you have a life.
This class was not easy for me but he was a great teacher. He was always wlling to help.
pretty tough, when i was the one who chose to do my reaearch paper on Greasy Lake over all good class , but tough in the summer
Rude and obnoxious, complaint filed
Good teacher.
This class was tough but he was always willing to help. It was weird that he preferred to be called "Magister" Laird.
English is not a one of my best subjects but Mr. Laird made it a bit more interesting.
A good intelligent teacher with a sense of humor that helps make the literature more applicable, but one who does not let this sense of humor interfere scholastically. He is a keen teacher who can easily tell if a class hasn't read or not. Procrastinators might feel welcome, but beware.
This class is tough, but he is very helpful as an instructor. Great sense of humor that makes Brit Lit a bit more interesting.
This class is tough, but he is very helpful as an instructor. Great sense of humor that makes Brit Lit a bit more interesting.
This class is tough, but he is very helpful as an instructor. Great sense of humor that makes Brit Lit a bit more interesting.
An overall great professor, interacts well with the class during lectures, he made the class enjoyable and easy but at the same time made sure we understood what he was teaching us.
Magister Laird is definitely the best professor I have had thus far. I do not favor english by any means (I am a Chemistry major), but he has made the class fun and interesting. His assignments are not difficult and he is very fair in his expectations. I definitely recommend this professor.
kinda cool doesn't always show up to class
A great professor, very funny and helpful. The class is difficult if you don't keep up with the reading. He's good at keeping your attention through class.
Magister Laird is a very good professor. He has a good sense of humor in order to keep class interesting, while always making best use of time. He is very helpful and understanding when it comes to having issues with a paper.
Magister Laird is a really cool professor. He kept us laughing in class. It is a lot of work, but managable. If you want a fair challenge take his class. I didn't give a mighty effort this semester (personal issues) and as long as I do okay on my final I should get a B. I should have given him an A-.
Magister Laird is definitely one of the better teachers I have had thus far.
Very good teacher, as long as you stay on top of the readings your good. He makes the class fun and enjoyable to be in.
Very good teacher, as long as you stay on top of the readings your good. He makes the class fun and enjoyable to be in.
Cool cat, keeps things very "dudelike"
Reasonable class. Transcendentalism seems to be a load of junk, but the rest made sense.
Thank you Mr. Laird I learned a lot from your teacher. Its sad to know that this is your last year. We need more professors like you.
Thank you Mr. Laird!
Thank you Mr. Laird your awesome!!!
Mr.Laird is a good teacher. He have shown me some ways on how to make my writting better.
Seriously, What can I say that hasn't already been said. He's a good teacher, and his exams are pretty straightforward. Be sure to keep up with the reading and take notes during class discussion.
He was a pretty good teacher, and actually cared about the well-being of his students. I just don't like English.
I enjoyed this course and learned a lot from it.
Mr. Laird is by far the most interesting teacher I have ever encountered. He is a very cool individual who truly cares about his students. He however understands that he's a professor and that you're expected to learn.. It's a fun class, but get ready to actually put work into your papers. PS: He knows how to sport a beard, like a true man!
He is a college professor; therefore work is obviously required of you outside of school, but so long as you keep up with the reading assignments the class is a breeze. I would most definitely recommend Professor Laird to anyone whom ask.
He kept my mind on the subject while lecturing but was still a hard class. learned a lot but didnt do so well in the class.
Great teacher who goes out of his way to make sure his students understand the material. Outgoing and fun in class but sticks to the curriculum. If you want a teacher who actually cares whether or not you pass, and want a good laugh to ease the work, Mr.Laird is the teacher you want.
All in all a good professor.
hard but he is very helpful he is about all his students passing the class all you have to do is participate and turn in all assignments and if you need help he will help you...
Kerry Laird is an awesome teacher and I wish he taught every English class at Temple College!
Great class. Enjoyed the discussions.
Great professor and very knowledegable about the subject. I will recommend him to my peers.
Loved this class! Challenging but not too hard
Good class gave me alot of different views on seeing things in life. I enjoyed it.
Excellent professor, fun guy, and very helpful in class. I highly recommend his class.
Dr. Laird is a great teacher. He's very funny and knows how to make the class enjoyable. If you read and do your work, you should pass this class at the least.
Good teacher. If you are willing to put in extra time to go see him, he will go over everything you need to fix and really make it clear for you.
At first it just seems like Laird is a cool guy so you think "oh okay no big d" do not let this fool you, know the information. Day-to-day class is cake, if you do not know the material come test time your screwed. Real cool guy.
I've had a few cool professors in college so far, but i'd rank him in the top 5 personality wise.If you do the work , and do it correctly , you should be ok in his class.He is very passionate about English in general
This professor makes class enjoyable and easy to follow along. He could be a slight bit more clear about due dates and what is necessary on assignments but makes up for it with sarcasm and hilarious jokes.
Lot of work, but if you read the material, you'll be fine. Keeps the class interesting and has a fun personality. I learned a lot and will recommend Mr. Laird to anyone taking British Lit.
Good teacher, nice guy. Pretty funny in class. A lot of reading but as long as you keep up you will be fine. He is always willing to help if you have any questions.
Gives everyone a chance to express their opinions when discussing a topic, which is rare in a professor. The syllabus could have been a little more specific? but I guess the effort in trying to find out is a task of interest.
The class can be a little intimidating but overall enjoyable.
Mr. Laird is a fun teacher that explains the material and is very helpful. If he sees that you are trying and putting the effort in he will help you.
Magister Laird is a great professor who is willing to help anyone who comes to them. It was a great class and would take this professor again.
Funny guy, his class keeps you entertained while at the same time teaching you. I would take his class agian if i had the chance
If you listen, you'll get a good grade. He's very perceptive, so if you try and care he notices. Very amusing
Exceptional teacher! The class is a lot of fun and the man got some jokes! He does require thinking and work so if you are allergic to those, you might want to have another teacher. As long as you work, participate and keep up witht he readings it should be an easy A. He is good at giving feedback and is always willing to help out.
Magister Laird is a good looking guy. His tatoos display a sense of imagination which allowed me to succeed in his class. A great teacher and very friendly
Mr. Laird's teaching style makes learning fun. He recognizes students who put forth genuine effort, and offers help when needed.
Good teacher. Pretty funny. Makes class interesting.
Mr. Laird is a excellent teacher, who makes class interesting and challenging. Work hard and made sure the class as a whole learn and understood the all text.
Laird's class is challenging, but not impossible. His teaching style keeps class fun and interesting. He is always willing to help, so do not hesitate to ask if you are struggling.
If you just do the work and try in his class you will do fine.
i really enjoy his style of teaching. There should be more proffesors like him. he is firm but fair.
He goes in depth. I enjoyed his class however, he grades pretty tough.
Magister Laird (lol) is a great teacher. Normally English is pull-your-hair-out boring, but he adds his sense of humor and interaction to make it bearable, even enjoyable. This class isn't easy but it isn't incredibly hard either. He pushes you just enough for you to know you can still do it, but that you will have to put some effort into it.
Hard grader but we are college students and he expects college level work. He does offer help if you ask for it.
greatest teacher i have ever hard.
Very intelegent, makes class fun, do not take though if you dont want to study. The class scene is very helpful and entertaining however to get a good grade studying is required. Great Teacher
Great instructor. Chill dude. Obviously very committed to his students and teaching/learning in general. Invites opinions, provokes discussion, entertains as he lectures, open about himself and open to others. Do your work, and you should be fine. He's also great about offering help and extra-credit. Will definitely take him again if I can.
He is an extraordinary instructor. His class is actually enjoyable, fun, and interesting. However, a high level of scholarly work will be expected. I would absolutely recommend him to anyone, and I would love to have him as an instructor again.
Magister Laird is an excellent proffesor! Yes, the class was hard and I almost gave up and withdrew..but with his help and direction I ended the clas with an "A." He is clearly one of the best proffesor's I have ever had. He truly cares about the student and thei learning! Great overall! I could go on for days!
He wants to be called Magistered Laird. He cussed alot, a bit rude and obnoxious. He always told students to refer to the the syllabus but he would make verbal changes all the time? He is giving extra credit to those who rate him. He is trying to have more than anyone of the other teachers? The class was interesting to say the least........
I feel this teacher is very bais. Only teacher who will not give you your average. He thinks hes hillarious but if laugh or you look good you ll get an A.
It was interesting and more than I thought it would be. I figured I would suffer through a boring & stuffy class. He made it more interesting & made you look at the opposite if the "norm". He did his job as a prof & made you critically think! FANTASTIC! I enjoyed the class & wish we had more time.
If you don't read the text you will not pass. If you can't understand something he will see you in his office, after class, call or email. This class was hard, but I am a better writer for it. His jokes weren't for the pious children but made the adults of the class feel included.
I took his online British literature class and thought it was challenging and very rewarding. Be aware that the online class is not for the faint of heart and you need a lot of self motivation. If you get behind it will hurt you! I appreciated that Professor Laird was always quick to respond to my emails and helpful with my concerns. Overall very
He grades very ruff! not a pleasurable class! a little to flirty
I've taken Prof Laird's American Lit class and his Brit Lit class. If you're easily offended or immature I don't recommend this class for you. The discussions are in depth and will open your mind. I'm an English major and I have never learned more in an English class than I have in Mr. Laird's. Read the texts and work your a** off! It's worth it!
This guy was awful. Don't take his class, he discriminates against young students and is not helpful and also discriminated against Christians. He has been the worst teacher I have ever had.
If you do the blogs and READDD you will be fine. Laird respects students that push the limits and question the literature. He really is a great teach and fellow scholar of English!
I was excited about this class intill I relized almost all of it is pulled from websites on the internet... This prof is not very helpful either... dont even try to ask!
Great prof!!! Super cool dude and way down to Earth! I actually learned alot about Old English Literature and could have cared less about it before. The material was presented in an entertaining manner.
Not a huge fan of British Literature but I enjoyed this class. Magister Laird is awesome!!! =)
A great Teacher, very fair and helpful. If I had to take more English or Literature classes I would request him.
Treats students with respect.
Pretty cool for a British lit professor, managed to make the class entertaining given most of the subject matter. Plays a mean uke.
I greatly enjoyed this class. The laid back atmosphere, made a summer class virtually painless!
He was a great and funny professor and I enjoyed his class more than I thought I would.
He is a fun guy to learn from and a extreamly helpful as far as answering our questions
He was very helpful,I appreciate all the help that i received. I was very hesitant at the beginning of the semester. I am glad that I did not drop the class.
Normally I am fulltime student at UMHB, and I will admit that on the first day of this class I was overwhelmed. I actually considered dropping the course because it was a lot of hard work. However, I stayed because Magister Laird made the class fun and worthwhile. As long as the student is willing to work, Magister Laird will work with you.
Explains topics well for the most part. Assignments can sometimes be difficult to understand or complete. Overall, great professor. Fun discussions held in class.
Awesome teacher, highest cool factor of all my teachers.
I liked the class and how we as a class dicussed during class time the material that was assigned. However, Magister Laird could have kept the jokes and comments that was not associated with the material or class assignments to a minimum. Overall I enjoyed the class!
Best teacher ever. End of story. Period.
Kerry Laird is a fantastic professor. I looked forward to hearing his classroom discussions. I believe that the main thing I learned in his class is to look a little deeper in every story. There usually is more to it than what is on the surface. Great class!!!
The assignment had me digging deep inside for material. Lots of late nights and early mornings, but well worth the effort. He was very understanding and helpful as well as consistent with the level of work he expected. Fun class with lots of interaction.
Best teacher at TC by far!
AMazing teacher
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