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mr reed is an excellent teacher, i would recommend him for any geography class, i've had all his classes. he's an excellent teacher and he cares! if i didn't have him for my first class, i would've dropped out of school!
Professor Reed is not an easy teacher but he is a good one. You will have to work for your grade and study but, you will actually learn something. Study and attend class and you will do fine.
Excellent class. Overall great teacher. relates to students well and makes the class really interesting by introducing outside(not in the textbook) elements related to geography. My interest in Geography has definitely expanded and I'm really enjoying learning as much I am in this class.
Hes is a good teacher and he knows a lot about geography...but he never gives homework assignments which make it hard to pass the class..all u have to do is read and sometimes its hard...some of his tests dont have anything to do with what he teaches...hes really fun but it was a veryy hard class
Honestly he's really EASY as long as you read the book and grasp the concepts. His tests are all multiple choice and essays. If you are at least decent in English I don't see any reason why you should get anything lower than an A or B, maybe you would need to study harder. I CHALLENGE you to take his class if you think you are UCLA or Berkeley material.
His class is very hard because one week we go and the next week there is a test. We don't get any homework or anything to get our grades up all we do is have tests and quizez. Its a pretty hard class.
Good class. Not a great class, but a good one. Mr. Reed taught me a lot, but there could be more homework. Tests are hard but fair.
His class wasn't too hard or too easy.He will not spoon-feed you an 'A',you have to work for it.His tests aren't too hard if you listen,take notes,and read.That's not too much to ask for.I can't stress enough the need to study for his tests.You won't pass otherwise.He's funny and very nice,makes the subject interesting so you'll want to learn it.
Mr.Reed is one of the most caring teachers u will ever take at GCC.His class is not boring it's really intersting. He talks about issues concerning our world. He cares about the planet...plus he shops at whole foods you gotta love that....Take him i have no regrets form taking this class...Thanks Mr.Reed i learned alot i learned alot.
HE is very carrying and nice teacher, but his class is very hard.....the tests are very hard either...u dont get any homework in his class..but he gives surprise quizes....the bad thing about his class is that his lectures have nothing to do with the tests.....u just have to read and study a lot.....
I learned alot in this class and his passion for the subject intrigues others to want to learn more. Overall, a good professor though at times has shown a bit of a snooty side which is displeasing. I did enjoy Geography 102 very much, got an A, and would consider taking Mr. Reed again. There's no homework except intensive reading for the tests.
Reed overall was a good teacher very informative..during class he lectures from the book materials; his tests are decent (you will pass if you take good notes and actually listen to what he has to say) there are two tests; a final project and a final; I learned alot from him; dont ask to many questions he will sorta make u feel stupid
This is the first science class I ever liked. Reed makes class interesting. Just read the book and study for his tests and you pass. Plus I enjoyed class. He can be funny and makes science interestinng.
This was such an amazing and interesting class, especially when the professor is a hottie. Sometimes his looks may distract a student, but overall it was a good experience!
hes a good teacher and really hott but you need to know your stuff cause its not that easy. . be there for his lectures, study and read the chapters and the articles. . good luck
Mr. REED is the BEST.OMG i can't worlds to descride him. He is awesome and fabulous.Often I would just look at him, not listen the lecture.He is soooo cute.He is hottie.I really like him.Just take him.He is fair in everything.He teaches fabulous.I learned many things in his class.He likes when student is partcipating in the class.I LOVE YOU MICAEL!
Mr.REED is the best of the bests.This professor is fascinating and awesome.If you are a type of student that really want to learn something and enjoy the class just take this CUTE professor.He doesn't give out grades,you should earn it.Try to participate a lot.he likes active students.OMG he is the hottest professor at the GCC.He is extremely CUTE!
He is very hard teacher.He is talking too fast and too much.
Great teacher! Not the easiest.. you have to pay attention, take great notes and study hard to do well on the quizes... He truely want each student to do well.. and he'll do what he can to help.. always available to answer e-mails and talk to you outside class! On top of all that.. he's nice to look at! Makes you laugh too.. TAKE HIM!
he's cute but talks a little too fast. and expects a lot. you really need to know your stuff before entering the class and read all the chapters he assigns. he has hard test and the final is difficult too.
MR REED is AWESOME!! He is so passionate about geography its insane. He has an immense amount of energy and we the students feed off that. Pay attention in class, visit his website regularly and ask a lot of questions in class and you will do fine. One of the best at GCC.
Everything I've learned about geography when i was in high school makes much more sense now. I can actually apply what I'm learning. Instead of memorizing random facts, I actually understood the concepts that he taught. Great teacher!
He is the most unreasonable professor i have ever taken. He lower a grade for the smallest thing like "your research paper wasn't colorfull enough."
He is the worst proffessor I have ever had. He acts like he knows everything and makes you to feel uneducated.During the whole session he just told us how perfect and smart he was.I do not recommend you to take his class.
THE WORST TEACHER I HAVE EVER HAD... HE IS VERY MEAN AND DOESN'T KNOW HOW TO TALK WITH PEOPLE. I WISH I HAVE NEVER KNOWN HIM. HE IS NOT ONLY BAD TEACHER HE IS ALSO BAD PERSON.
To the person who said all does is talk about how perfect and smart he is... Uh Duh... He IS perfect and smart... If you go to class and pay attention, or pretend to give a damn, you won't have a problem. He repeats the same stuff alot, although, he seems annoyed when no one knows the answer to his questions..
great teacher you just have to ay attention study hard be able to apply yourself to learn if u fail its ur fault not his . im taking this class and its fun, interesting, and challenging however the problem for me was that i need to help my self to understand cincepts rather than what i have been use to which is memorizing concepts which doesnt help
Mr. Reed is very knowledgable, and he is an excellent teacher.
I just think he is a really dedicated teacher and cares about his student knowledge. All his speeches are funny an d all are relevant to the subject.
he puts things clearly and understandable in a slide show. keeps you intrested in the subject throughout the class, its hard to fall a sleep in that class. he's a good teacher whom you can learn something from!
He really is an amazing teacher he realates what your learning in the class to your life. Hes pretty easy just go to class,take his like 4 homeworks, and you only have one test!Hes super nice likes to actually talk to his students not at them
Really nice guy. Extremley helpful. If you wanna know how messed up our planet is, take Geog106. WARNING: DO NOT TEXT MSG WHILE HIS LECTURING!!!
Prof Reed frustrates the hell out of me. I KNEW I was relatively conservative, then I took his class. I KNEW I was going to major in history, then I took his class. This guy can wing lectures and shoot from the hip better than most GCC professors who prepare for weeks. Truly an inspiration for anyone considering a career in teaching.
good teacher, try to help in everyway possible
Good teacher,Mr. Reed's expectation is high, and he seems to want to give his students the best ot his knowledge.Paying attention and take the class seriously is the core. He is one of the best teachers. He cares for his students.
he is the best professor i have encountered at GCC. he is incredibly friendly and helpful. makes a great effort to get to know you on a different level, and does a great job to help you get motivated to do work.
This guy will keep your attention and inspire you to want to help save the Earth.
Professor Mike Reed is a cool as teacher. His knowledge for the subject is off the wall! Very easy class, Fun, Watch a lot of videos. he is passionate in his teaching and that's what separate a good to a bad professor. Totally Recommended it.
Mr. Reed is a really cool teacher. When I was first gonna take the class I thought this class was gonna be boring. Mr. Reed makes class lot o' fun and interesting. He has a good since of humor too. He also allows you to use a 3"x5" card for tests!!yay "cheat sheet"!! I'll miss ya dude!!
I thought I would never find another great professor at GCC, but I did; it's REED!! He is such an amazing teacher. He has tons of energy and passion for the class, you can definitely tell since the very first day. He is very will.ing to help you and talk anytime. All you gotta do is go to class and listen b/c you will learn alot about yourself!!
Grrreat Professor. His class is not hard is just a lot of information. But he makes it more practical with the homeworks; which most of them are done through Web CT and the study guides. He is easy to get along with and love wines, he's also very attractive.
He is a very active person and travels alot he is very smart ans passionate about his subject. The work load on his class is not too unbearable, to tell the truth i did not even buy the book for the class and I got an A, just come to class on time and listen if you can get 1/3 of the info he gives, you will pass, if you have a problen talk to him.
One of the most inspiring professors ive ever had. he is very enthusiastic about teaching and the subject. he's funny and his class is very fun. but its not an easy A. alot of reading and studying is required and i recommend showing up to class because his lectures include most of the information on the tests
Interesting material, but the way he teaches is absolutely obnoxious. He baby talks the class, which is SO annoying. I realize that he has a 3 year old daughter, but he should realize that he's not teaching 3 year olds. He also insults the class all the time. Some people laugh, but not everyone thinks he's funny...
Are you kidding. This guy is pretty nice. I didn't find him insulting at all. Just do the work. I'm not surprized that he disses the lazy people.
The class was okay...it got borring towards the end. He talks a little too fast cuz hes so passionate about geo. Its kinda hard to keep up. You dont use the book at all..take notes and study them and the test will be pretty easy. Oh ya...and hes hot..=)
This guys class is good. He cares about students. Maybe too much. Take it if you like nature.
Fantastic teacher. Loves his subject. He's creative in his teaching using a lot of powerpoints and Blackboard and articles. Great class and very timely and important subject.
He's a great professor. Very passionate about what he teaches and really wants you to get something out of his class. He teaches the material in a simple and interesting way. Take him. Great Class.
Mr. Reed made my experience of coming back to college a good one. He's very passionate on the subject, therefore very informative, thus you walk away more aware of pos. and neg both domestic and international. I highly recommend his class. Take notes and somewhat read the book, easy online quizzes,1 movie report. He's great...Thank you sir.
well i had him in spring 08 and he's okay he talks alot but when it comes to his final its nothing what he talks about in class he is nice but if u dont like geo dont take him!
Michael is by far one of the most amazing people I have ever met. His lectures are so intresting and he has so much exprience. The class is realivly simple, yet many seem to fail.
If you EVER get a change to take the physcial geography lab in Baja Mexico with Mike, do it! It is a truly amazing exprience. One week class in mexico, and you get to snorkle and go on hikes. Very fun. A semster long class, completed in a week. By far, an unforgettable exprience.
Prof. Reed is a great teacher who is very well informed and interested in what he teaches and it clearly shows by his enthusiasm. I took Geo 101 with him and leaned many things about the world; as well as, going to Baja for Geo 111, which was not only fun but educational as well. Take his class, highly recommended for Geo.
Mr. Reed is an EXCELLENT teacher. I learned so much from him. He is very passionate about the subject and is extremely knowledgeable. If you need help understanding he will explain it during his office hours. He really cares. Not an easy class, but if you come to class, read the text & take notes (like a real college student) getting an A is easy.
Prof.Reed is knowledgeable of the concepts and ideas surrounding this course.He will explain over and over til people understand. The Exams aren't too bad if you attend all the classes and take good notes. I sat within the first 5 rows,listened, tooknotes and got a mid range A. Barely touched the text but next time I would glance over it more often
i didnt get good grade but hes really passonate about what he does .. i love him forever
I got a good grade and I didn't even have the book! Everything is based on his lectures! Fun class and quite interesting.
Hes alright. hes a nice guy and all, but the grade is mostly based on the test. He announced to the class that whatever he says is on the test, including his notes. its not. totally different. so if you want a good grade you basically have to teach yourself...
If you talk in class, he WILL pick on you and make you change seats. His lectures are useful, study those and take notes. Make sure to talk to him so he knows you. If he sees you're trying, he'll give you a good grade. He gave me a B when I got a 78 in the class!! because I emailed him and asked about extra credit. MAKE SURE TO SIT IN THE FRONT!
Amazing professor, helpful lectures, comical classroom interaction. I secretly have a crush on Mr Reed. even though i didn't receive high grades on the test, but i'm leaving with a new understanding about the world. He is very helpful in answering any questions. All in all, his interest in the subject helps you understand geography in a better way.
Really great and interesting class. Mr. Reed is very helpful and knows all the subjects and you can see that he is really passionate by geography. But if you take his class you really have to study because physical geography is not as easy as some people think it is. Study a lot and you will pass the class. Thank you Mr. Reed.
His classes consist of lectures through power points. He teaches his own way, rather than relying on the book. He adds lots of humor into his lectures to keep students interested (Alcohol, Cigarettes and Sex). Grade depends on online quizzes, and Midterm(s). I received a B in the class, and hardly touched the book, pay attention in class A+ Teacher
Excellent Professor! Fascinating lectures, great power point presentations- Grades on a curve-Easy A if you learn the material. One of my best experiences at GCC-really inspired me to love the physical sciences. A great class!!!!
One of the best teachers that I have ever had in my life. As every body admits, the main characteristic for this teacher is his passion for the subject and also his passion for teaching, he is very helpful in every thing, although the subject is not easy, but he understands who puts an effort , so with a little bit of effort you can get an A, not a
Prof. Reed has a true passion for teaching. His classes required a lot of dedication but what you put into learning the course material is what you'll get from it. I took his 5 week course last sumnmer and it was a demanding...but VERY rewarding course!
Passion for teaching is an understatement when it comes to Mr. Reed. Mr. Reed IS Geography. He will keep you at the edge of your seat. This is the first 3 hour class I've had where Ive never in class looked at the time once. If you want to learn anything about the natural world we live and thrive in TODAY, take GEO101 with REED! Thanks Mr. Reed!!!
Michael Reed really knows how to make a 2:40 minute lecture fly by. He is very passionate and knowledgeable about geography, and readily shares that with his students. Don't be afraid to ask questions, do the work, and pay attention, and you'll leave with an A and a better appreciation and understanding of the world you live in. Take his class!
best teacher ever... that all i got 2 say. try getting this teacher even if u need 2 go 2 his class and wait for 4 weeks 2 be added. learned a lot and got an A
Mr. Reed is a passionate teacher and i really enjoyed his class. Tends to get sidetracked sometimes and class can seem a little drab. I would take him again just be prepared to be a little confused sometimes
I really recommend this professor. You will learn a lot of useful information about our Planet. Michael Reed knows how to make a lecture interesting. He is great person, passionate and knowledgeable about geography. Ask questions, do the homework, and pay attention, and you'll leave with an A and knowledge in your head. Take his class!
DO NOT TAKE THIS TEACHER during a short semester.Dont sit in the back, hes automatically not gonna like you, hes more into himself than anything, not flexible at all...
Mr. Reed is awesome. His class is interesting. I didn't dread going to class. However, he needs to update his powerpoints and study guides because it doesn't go with the new version of the book. Pay attention in class and there are online quizzes based on the book so the book is mandatory. They're pretty easy though. Take him.
Well, what can I say about Mr. Reed. He's certainly full of himself - nothing will please him more than giving huge long lectures about nothing but his life, background, and world-wide excursions. Most lectures are almost entirely just that. He is very easy, and I didn't even need to try to get an A. He says lectures are mandatory - but really? Nah
Reed's lectures often go off on tangents. Though his life stories are very interesting, much of your grade comes from online quizzes which are based solely on the book - which is discussed in class AFTER you have already taken the quiz! He's a fun teacher but if you REALLY want to learn about cultural geography, you should just read a book instead.
Most students in this class are taking it as a GE. In community college level no instructor have the right to make the subject so broad and so time consuming which can have a negative effect on other more important courses. Mr Reed does that. He better start rethinking about the materials he requires his students to "memorize." It's 21st century!
He is quite fun.
Reed's a good professor with great energy and a great attitude towards teaching. As opposed to other geo teachers I've had, he's very passionate about what he teaches and that helped me engage myself better into class discussions.
teacher is awesome so funny really helpful makes you really look at the world on a different perspective
Professor Reed is awesome!!!! I took his Human Impact class which is extremely interesting!His classes are fun and very interesting! If you do not miss the classes and be attentive you can definitely get an A
Reeds Geo 102 class was fun, fairly interesting and mildly entertaining. I don't understand how anyone can call this class difficult the tests are super easy and curved... The quizs are online they are are basically info hunting on the book, truly annoying but you have plenty of time to finish. He talks a lot and fast. Environmental lefty..
Professor Reed is a really awesome teacher. He knows what he's talking about and is really passionate about it; which makes class interesting. His tests were generally easy (if you study), with some difficult questions. I really recommend taking this class!
Mr. Reed is very helpful and funny. he keeps you interested the entire time. do the online quizzes and study. there was probably only one ex credit offer so just stay on top of ur work and study study study. good luck and have fun
I took his Geo102 class during the Fall, and unfortunately, I failed it, but it was not because of him. I guess what I did wasn't enough to pass his class. Mr. Reed is a great teacher. He makes his class so interesting by making jokes and telling interesting stories about his children. Mr.Reed has very high expectations, so you better work hard.
Great teacher passionate about teaching you should take him
amazing person. great teacher and mentor, i dont know how anyone could say anything negative about him, read the book but more importantly just go to class every day and listen to the lectures and you will be fine if only he taught other subjects ( sigh)
This man is amazing. He is both wise and intelligent. Listen to everything he says, take all of his advice. I never talked to him myself, but if any young person needs advice or guidance I would highly suggest talking to him. I took away a lot from his character and learn even more everyday thanks to him by listening to NPR and TED Talks. TAKE HIM!
Reed is nothing more than your far left socialist, who thinks with his heart, instead of his brain. This is not to say the man is an idiot but rather a victim of his own failed ideology. The class is easy, and the teacher is most likely a well-intentioned person, but when it comes to economical, and political reality, he is as bright as night.
He is a very interesting professor. Easiness: His material is easy enough if you understand the concept. Helpfulness: didn't really look into that. But he did help me learn how to live efficiently. Clarity: Needs to calm down and lay off the caffeine... Likes to squeeze comments between videos. I'm neutral with that.
He is one of the greatest teachers I've ever had!!! All of his lectures are really fun that you don't even feel like you are taking a class!! He gave us a lot of extra credit opportunities that are all really interesting and closely related to our everyday lives. I cannot express how great he is in only 350 characters here. He is just awesome!!!
Currently taking him for the summer semester. If Tom Cruise and Tony Stark had a baby,they would make this guy. Overall, he's a great teacher; highly recommended.
awesome teacher!! makes you think outside the box and surprisingly makes what may seem as a 'boring' subject (geography) be soooo exciting. he makes it really fun and enjoyable. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! p.s. do as many extra credit assignments as possible and study!
Made every topic very clear by using examples, but his class was hard (maybe because i took it in summer).
If you are not interested in geography dont take this class. Its not easy and its not toooooo hard. More than half the class failed this semester and it was probably because no one studies. He is clear on lectures and always there to help, but Im telling you this is not an easy A. I ended up getting a C and I studied a lot, but I didnt like geo.
Crystal clear and helpful. Very interesting class. makes geography relevant to the world and our lives. Amazing human being. Lets you take a cheat sheet to every midterm and even the final! Quizzes are easy online and allows plenty of time and the use of internet and textbook. I GOT AN A+! LOVE YOU REED!
Mr. Reed is one of the best teachers i've ever had.His class is so much fun that you wont get bored during his lecture. He doesnt take attendance ,but you better show up everytime cause all his tests are mostly from his lectures take a look at his study guides and letures in black bored & you'll do fine. thank you Mr. Reed u r a great person
Fantastic Professor! made things very easy to understand, provides study guides and his presentations are online for you to study. If you received a bad grade in his class, it was your own lazy fault. One of the best teachers I have ever had. He can get a bit distracted at times telling stories, but they are always relevant.
AMAZING teacher. i loved attending class every single day he talked not only about the material in the text but also real life examples. Engages his students and makes u just as passionate about the subject as he is. tests are very clear if u read the chapters and attend lectures. weekly online quizzes and a few writing assignments. great class :)
Great Professor, really knowledgeable. His study guides were totally clear and it was easy to get an A as long as you paid attention and followed his guidelines. Would definitely take another class with him.
I enjoyed his class a lot. Not too difficult if you study on cue. He assigns almost everything online and you will need the textbook to do most of the assignments. Amazing teacher. He makes a boring subject, a very exciting one. Go Reed!
He's honestly not that exciting of a teacher. He does crack jokes here and there and makes the boring subject matter bearable but honestly it's an easy class. Make sure you just do your reading and you'll cruise through this class. Everything on this class, whether his quizzes or tests, are ALL based on the book. Attend class and you'll be chillin.
mr. Reed is an inspirational teacher, he is very passionate and makes time for all of his students to come in and talk to him, even after the semester is over he is available. He's a fantastic teacher, I highly recommend his human impact on the environment class, it's what he's passionate about, you won't be disappointed!
i LOVED this class. It was fun, easy, and i hardly read the textbook. He has super easy quizzes on moodle which are for a big part of your grade. i hardly studied for the midterms and final and got A's on all of them. You don't even have to take notes. Just show up, PAY ATTENTION (having a cup of coffee should help), and do all the work. Easy A
The class was fun or at least could have but the tests are SUPER HARD. He doesn't help out much in or out of class. He simply doesn't stick to the material. You pretty much have to teach yourself as if no one is there. For those with general academic worries, don't even worry about him as an instructor or even a person cuz there are better ones.
VERY passionate about the subject which helps alot. Very well informed on anything you want to know about geography or environmental current events. For those not into the subject he makes interesting. Homework is moderate and the tests are very do-able (got an A on ALL of them).
Pretty good teacher. Definitely knows what hes talking about and passionate about it. Not a lot of homework, and pretty good notes with PowerPoint. Fun and funny guy, but has some interestingly tricky questions on tests... Some things you look back on and wonder how does that make sense? But he curves very fairly and a class that opens your eyes.
Super cool guy. So nice. Helpful. In to his topics. Fun. Take him!
He is cool guy that teach you to find your path way in your life. Do your best and its easy to get A. He understands students.. I wish all the teachers were like him. Highly recommended.
He is very interesting when speaking during class. The book is ONLY used for online quizzes. His tests can be tricky but he curves the grades. Easy to get a B in the class but you have to work for an A. He gives an annoying project. He crams everything into the last 6 weeks of school.
I took this class with a slight interest in cultural geography. Prof. Reed is the most thoughtful and funniest teacher. His lectures are well though out and easy to understand. The exams are exactly what he teaches you in class. He cares a lot about cultures and does his best for us to do the same
Not good
Easy A. You can ace his multiple choice midterms and final if you use logic and have some background knowledge without reading the book. You basically have to memorize trivial facts and some vocabulary words you see often. The book was only used to find insignificant facts for online hw, and a neighborhood project was beneficial i.m.o.
for a college level class it is a very easy class you have to attend and take notes but dont take this class thinking its a freebie, great professor! Recieved a A
It's an interesting class but he's not a fair grader. His exams are full of distractors. Constantly tries to trick you with his exam questions. Really arrogant.
Probably THE BEST teacher at GCC. He knows his stuff in Geography, even more so because he has travelled to different parts of the world, and has hands-on, personal experience about the topic. Take his class and participate. Very helpful as well. I got an A. Never studied the book, only focused on his lecture and participation. AAA
He does not know how to teach a class sufficiently, all he does is talk about his family and what he likes. there are better professors out there.
Simply put, no knowledge. No text, which forces the students to read over the online text. The class time is short and he doesn't explain things clearly enough. He expects way too much self-responsibility from students and is rude. Little work, but super tricky exams and hard readings that he expects "college-level writing". Don't enroll with him.
To be honest, I’m a lazy student and all i had to do to get a B in this class is actually listen to his lectures and power points. I showed up only once a week instead of twice like I’m suppose to. and he gives little or no homework. Didn’t study for a single test and got B’s. TAKE HIS CLASS.
CAUTION BE AWARE HE DOES NOT TEACH AND EXPECTS WAY TOO MUCH ON HIS TESTS. If you want to maintain a 4.0 gpa do not take him.
Awesome passionate teacher. Class is easy if you just show up and kind of take notes. To study for exams you just have to breeze over his power points. Really knowledgable on the subjects and curves tests a lot. If you just show up to class and pay attention you should be able to get a C without notes or review.
Most pointless class I have ever taken! Doesn't know how to teach correctly and his slides don't help at all. Tells stories that don't relate to anything being taught in the class and constantly gets off topic. There are definitely better teachers out there.
Amazing professor. He knows what he's talking about because he travels a lot. His class isn't that hard so long as you take notes and pay attention to his powerpoint. He genuinely cares about his students and their success. Those who say he's a bad teacher are probably the students who slept in his class because it was too early in the morning.
This class is not intended to teach you anything. All he does is give you the sources and leaves the rest on you. However, he give you study guides that are suppose to help you with the tests, but have nothing to do with it. The tests were multiple choice , true false, and essay form. DO yourself a favor and do not take this course. Pointless.
Life-changing professor - one of the best at GCC! Very informative and cares about both his students and the material. Take him! You won't regret it. Made my first semester at GCC a great experience.
Great guy, even better teacher. Very passionate and detailed with lots of real world examples. Gets off topic at times but he has so much to say with very little time. Study guides actually helped and tests were straightforward, no trick questions or anything like that. ACTUALLY learned in this class. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!
He really doesn't know how to properly be a professor, just tells stories about his travels and they have nothing to do with what we're learning. Does not go over everything thats going to be on the test.
Great teacher. Related all content to real life events. He gives you life lessons while still going over the material. Highly recommend if you want a interesting and extremely informative class.
Really interesting class. Mr. Reed is a great teacher. He gives extra credit, and makes really helpful study guides for the tests.
Very tough grader!!
he talks a lot! & gets of topic easily which is annoying to me. If you read the textbook youll be fine. he gives a lot of online quizzes like A LOT! but his tests are easy. If he doesn't get off topic he explains the topic pretty well & in great detail
Not only he is hot, but he also explains things really clearly. Study your book, powerpoints and you will get an A. Simple as that. :)
If You don't want your GPA to drop down, don't take this class.
Doesn't explain the material clearly, talks to much about his personal travel experiances
Great professor! His lectures were very interesting. He explained everything very clearly. It was not a hard class, you just have to read the book (it was like a magazine for us) and his power point slides. Very interesting class overall
Yes, he does go off on tangents. Yes, we often run out of time. Yes, he loves to talk. But my goodness, do you learn about everything. At least 90% of the students in the class walk out wanting to change something about their lives. Do the assignments, even if just halfassed. Study moderately hard. READ THE BOOK HE ASSIGNS. It's a great read!
I had a somewhat a mix experience in this class. In deed he is passionate about Geography, I struggled the entire semester. He did lecture, but would often times, turn into his life experiences, although i guess interesting and somewhat relevant. Somewhat into himself." Quizzes is irrelevant even if you get a 100% does not help your grade at all.
Tom cruise as a geography teacher professor Reed
The worst teacher that I had during entire GCC years.
Professor Reed is great. His tests can be tough, but he gives study guides with all the relevant information. His lectures are super interesting, and he is always available in office hours to help. He also gives extra credit.
Good professor. He will take his time to help you. Not many tests, but you have to study 2 or 1 week before an exam.
Not only is he good looking but he's an amazing professor. It shows how passionate he is about Geography. Attendance isn't mandatory because everything you need to know for tests is in the book. Book is MANDATORY!! But it's just overall fun to sit in the class because he's so chill. Take the class you won't regret it !! (:
This professor is really helpful and the things he teaches are interesting. He isn't focus on text book, but power points he gives to us are important. The quiz are a little bit tough, but the tests are easier. If you have any questions, he will always be there in his office hours. Plus, he is handsome.
He is a really good teacher and helps a lot during office hours. If you do reviews on your own on what you covered in a week, you'll do fine. He is funny and energetic even at a 7:45am class. The online weekly quizzes were just really annoying!
This teacher is amazing. Great lectures, helpful after class, and overall just want to see you do well. I got in only wanting to do my physical science gen ed, but I still rmb 70% of the content even after 2 months. Gonna take another of his class for my social science gen ed :)
He is an amazing teacher his lectures are interesting. However, he likes to talk A lot. I always tried to keep up. Fair grader. I recommend taking his class
Pretty easy class. He gave us 2 midterms and a final. Honesty just showing up to his lectures is enough to get an A in his class at least for me. He covers everything you need to know during lectures and gives online quizzes about once a week. Interesting class and professor. Would recommend
He gives a quiz online for every chapter! Only had 34 tests. Offers extra credit for SI. Nice guy!
If you are planning to ruin you GPA go ahead and take his class! Make sure you buy the book and read and study everyday, because you will not learn anything in class.
Mr. Reed is an awesome teacher. I've taken two of his classes and have enjoyed both. If you're willing to actually read and study, getting an A in his class will be very easy. He puts all of his powerpoint presentations online and he loves talking to his students if you're willing to learn, so don't hesitate to stop by office hours.
Good professor. Decent materials. But I dont like the final exam, no matter how many A's or F's you get on quizes, final is what determines your final letter score. So the bad thing is that final can drop you a letter grade if you did bad. I didnt like how it was cumulative, shouldve been previous 2 chapters, wouldve been easier
"Oh and by the way" He goes off on tangents quite often, but it's somewhat intriguing. You'll get confused if you don't pay attention. Other then that, you have to do work to get a good grade, he is fair though.
I took geography 102 and got a D because of my personal life and I wasn't able to study. His class is not easy but it's not hard. You have to study and be prepared for his exams and quizzes. He is very easy going. Assigns homework so you understand the material. You learn a lot about real life with this course!
Excited about topic, up-to-date, enjoys teaching. Ppt files help, good notes are more important. Most test questions from lectures. Anything talked about is important - anything repeated is a sure test question. Always avail during office hours. A well reasoned argument show you thought about it has allowed credit. 110% on fairness scale.
Mr. Reed is awesome! His classes are informative and they are NOT hard at all if you read the material and study. This is college, reading and studying are part of the deal. He does go on somewhat off topic tangents but they are always interesting. He's always available to help during his office hours and he really will help you. Go to the SIs!
Mr Reed is so inspirational on so many levels. You obviously have to read the material. He has quizzes on each ch. those are more based on the material in the book, his tests are based on his lectures which are all on moodle. He is always available to help but you HAVE TO ASK! yes he goes on tangents but they're always related and interesting.
THE BEST EVER. I'll take another class with him again in Fall, 3rd semester in a roll. One of the most inspirational figures you'll ever meet. :) HIGHLY RECOMMEND
Super nice teacher and really cares about his students. He wants you to pass and makes it essentially impossible to not pass. Every quiz and test is curved and it boosts your grade tremendously. Pay attention and you will pass. Easy A, guaranteed B, if you get a C or lower in this class I am sorry, truly sorry
Professor Reed is an amazing professor ! He is extremely helpful and understanding . Lectures are fun because he uses life experience to teach. Mind map project was so much fun! SI is available and he gives extra credit which amazing . The only thing that was a little stressful was to keep up with the change of office hours .
I loved how Professor Reed taught the geography classes! He is a quite interesting and excellent person and he knows Geography like 100%. He is very outgoing, adventurous, and more, so if you are also like that then you're hooked. Overall, make sure you do what he tells you and try to make the deadlines. He was amazing!
Honestly my favorite class so far at GCC. If you attend the lectures and take good notes you'll do fine! He gives online quizzes that are easy if you read the chapter(they're short)! If you need more help, he offers SI's for extra credit. It may not be the easiest class, but I defiantly learned a lot! Prof Reed only wants best for his students!
such an amazing teacher. had a great time in his class. def would take him again!
Professor Reed is a great guy , learned a lot in his class . Always in his office hours , unlike other instructors at GCC with ridiculous office hours . He's very passionate about the subject , and expects a lot out of his students . Overall great passionate instructor who cares .
Never thought Tom Cruise would've been a great teacher
Reed, is a cool dude, it is not very hard to get an A if you just do what he says, and pay attantion during lectures... He exposes the students to essential ideas, that are at many occasions disregarded!! His lectures are fascinating... He doesn't just teach Geography but gives life lessons, that can be helpful, I highly recommend this professor!(:
Prof. Reed is very passionate and informative in his lectures. He includes his personal life stories which makes his lectures really comical and entertaining. Doing well in the exams and online quizzes requires you to read the textbook (veryyy thin compare to most college textbooks) so there are no excuses not to read it! Noww take this class!
He's not only helpfuf in making sure you know the criteria, but he is very helpful in providing information about anything, during and off his office hours. He helped me find the the university that best fits my major. He's very insightful.
His lectures are really interesting, cause he's not boring and makes everything interesting, if you do all your work and Enjoy the class you'll easily pass this class
He's a very good professor. Although the lectures are long, he makes it fun. Also make sure to do well on the tests because there aren't many tests, and make sure to read. But other than if you show up pay attention, do the reading, and study you'll do well.
Professor Reed is hands down one of the best professors I had at GCC! Geography is really awesome, but Reed makes it even better by making it relevant to each student! The textbook readings and homework are very doable, and he gives more than enough opportunities for students to succeed. I only wish I could have taken more courses with him!
Mr. Reed is a wonderful person and teacher. He gives a quiz every Sunday, and assignments that help you for the final project. His quizzes are from the book and the exams are from the lectures. He is a fun teacher to take and he is very helpful. If you don't study you won't pass, because there are many terms you need to know.
He is awesome. If you come by his office hours, he will make sure that you understand the concept. There are home quizzes and homework. Quizzes were harder then exams. Homework was actually pretty fun because you learn everything about an assigned country. Attendance is not mandatory, but essential to passing exams!
This dude made me want to be a geographer. I took two of his classes and wish i could take more!
Mr. Reed's cultural geography class was one of the most interesting classes I've taken at GCC. He's such a great professor and his lectures are so interesting. You learn anything from languages to religion, migratory patterns and everything ties into current events which in turn becomes interesting to talk about outside of class. I highly recommend
By FAR the best teacher I've ever had. Not only were his lectures awesome, but he managed to make everything 100% clear. Half the time you fall asleep in class, or zone out, but he really puts in a lot of effort in. There's a reason why he has the most/best ratings at GCC for a reason. Truly amazing teacher!
Hands down, Michael Reed was the best professor I had in my student career!! He is passionate about his subject, loves to teach and he connects to his students. I hope I can have a beer with this man one day! Keep on surfing dude! Danny, int. student from Ger.
I took 3 classes with him and aced it all. In terms of "easiness", he will help you with ANYTHING you need in his office, anything from lecture materials to even on a more personal level like personal statements and recommendations (if you're a good student, of course). He changed my life forever. I'll miss him. :)
He is the most amazing teacher ever, lectures are so interesting you would want to be in class, you learn A LOT about life and Geo, very inspiring , take him!!!!!!!
The chillest guy in the world. Great professor and great lectures that are interesting! If you read the text and his lectures, you will get an A! Willingness to help and everything is great with his class! Makes it interesting and you begin to apply cultures and geography everywhere you go!
Mr Reed is one of my favorite teachers at GCC, took him for cultural geography. He was amazing and inspiring. He is straight forward and a fair grader. He gives multiple choice tests every 3 chapters or so + an online quiz every chapter. His lectures are easy to follow and very interesting. Be sure to read the chapter beforehand and take good notes
Great professor and even a better person. His class is very fun and makes the lectures very interesting!! You will look at life in a different perspective after taking his class. I recommend his class to everyone if you want to learn!
Good teachers are hard find, a good teacher is not someone who gives you an A but someone who leaves a print in your education career. Mr Reed is one of those teachers he is very passionate about geography. He talks a lot about his own life and places he has traveled, which is great because it is from first hand experience and not a textbook.
Are his lectures fun and interesting? Sure. But, a lot of these students are mistaking his "cool" lectures for good ones. To put it simple, taking Reed is like taking a math teacher who teaches algebra 1 in class and assigns Calculus III homework.
He gives fun lectures but they're not enough to rly understand the subject. I can't stress enough how important it is to read the textbook. You won't pass without it. The text will give all the info and the lectures will make the concepts make more sense. Took 101+102 w him and I worked my ass off to get an A both semesters don't think itll b easy.
3 in "Easiness" means that you need to work a bit for the grade: study, listen, ask questions if needed, etc. He gives study guides for each chapter to help you out & even extra credit for going to SI sessions. He's a really down-to-Earth, awesome professor you can go chat with & is always there for you. This class changed how I view the world.
If you ask for help, he won't give it. You can try as hard hell as you can but in the end, you better believe you won't pass. I'd advise taking the course w/h anyone else but him. If his absent he will not go back to the lecture you have to go back and learn it your self. you must do good on the first test or else you will not pass.
Super nice teacher. I never went to class. Make sure you study for tests (he gives study guides) and do online hw and quizzes.
Test are hard and Tricky more than five pages. He does not talk about the textbook at all he tells you to read, but doesn't take time to talk about the chapter
2nd easiest class I've taken at GCC, also bc he is very generous when it comes to grading (curves tests, extra credit). 2 written hw assignments, as long as he sees that you tried, you get 100%. Super easy online quizzes for every section/ chapter, answers can be found on the book or internet! Loved his own travel stories. Attendance non-mandatory.
Gives quiz amnesty (a chance to make up a grade/ if you missed a quiz), curves tests, easy online quizzes and hw (only 2 for the entire semester). You need a book for this class, which can be rented from Amazon for $12. Lectures are insightful, especially loved his personal travel stories. Was only strict on attendance at the beginning of semester.
One the of the best teachers at GCC! Amazingly interesting lectures. There are professors who give you knowledge about their subject but there are also ones that make you think in a different way and reconsider many aspects of your life. I am so happy that I took his class and had an opportunity of learning from him.
His test are heavy and lots of question interesting class, but he expect students to do well in test or he won't pass you
Really easy class. Barely showed up and still got a high A in the class.
Took his class in a winter session and had to work hard. There was a lot of reading and a quiz for every chapter we read. He talked about the material the whole class and never wasted time. His lectures were always good! learned a lot and definitely recommend his class.
The lectures were always good but got a little boring towards the end! Still a fun class. Theres a quiz for every chapter you read. Just do your reading and you'll be fine for the quizzes and exams. Definitely recommend him. He's a great teacher!
He's seriously a really awesome teacher that's always there for you & is really funny. Anytime you want to visit his office hours, he's there for you, even if you just want to chat with him. You DO have to study the vocab & notes, but I would say his tests are fairly easy. Opens your eyes to different viewpoints. Would definitely take again.
Honestly, he's an amazing teacher. He's accessible out of class. Almost every week he gives an online quiz and lets you re-attempt it to get a higher grade. His tests are not easy, but he curves them up a lot. He tells you to take notes, but if you just listen to him there is no need. If you just study using his study guide you'll surely get an A.
He is a good person. He knows what he is talking about and goes beyond what he originally talks about. Cares about your attention towards the lectures.
Great professor, passionate about what he teaches. Geography is a dense, all chapters are interrelated subject and Professor Reed does a good job of explaining the concepts. Respected by all students and hilarious. Online quizzes, few HW assignments, but you MUST study for midterms if you want an A/B simply going to class will not get you that.
Amazing professor! You'll have online quizzes, homework assignments, also 3 or 2 midterms, with the lowest grade being dropped. Studying is, of course, necessary, but understanding the concepts is better because you will have logical questions on the tests. We also had a book to read, which was on the test, but don't know if he'll assign it again.
Terrible. All he does is talk about his hiking all class instead of teaching the material that he is going to put on the test. 90% of questions on tests he never spoke about. Class average at the end of the semester was 67% even though its a 101 class.
Prof Reed is a great geographer and if you do a little work you will actually learn alot. He has standards and you have to work for a grade compared to some other teachers who kiss up to the students so their classes are full.
Great teacher, learned a lot. Very interesting class without being too difficult. Would definitely take professor Reed again in the future.
Reeds awesome, very charismatic guy. Every lecture feels like a TED talk he's figured out how to make geography enjoyable.
I took two classes with him, his is very good instructor and explains the topics very well.
I would take Reed for every class if i could. By far my favorite professor I've ever had at Glendale. Knows a lot about his subject and is extremely clear and thorough in his lectures. Really cool laid back guy, will only have 2 midterms and 1 gets dropped, also only like 2 HW assignments and curves the hell out of his tests. Take his class
He is a great person, and the adventures he tells in class are really interesting. BUT he doesn't seem to care about grades. "C is just a letter" type. His lectures are really heavy, and his tests change theme. The first one was about location, and the second was about statistics of all the info he taught. So its really hard to prepare for this.
He really cares about what he teaches and you can really see he's passionate about what he does. You go to class and engage in class you'll get an A easy
Really col guy. Made it very fun and interesting. Not too much work. 1 assignment to do every other week. Test are not too bad. Never studied for the test or quizzes and did good.
Michael Reed is a golden professor. If you're at gcc and need a geography class, take it with him and you wont regret it.
Overall he is one of the best proffesors ive had. He does give hws on each chapter but nothing you cant handle. His elctures are interesting and funny and his exams are on his powerpoints so dont panic.
professor reed is one of my favorite prof. at gcc. he has so much knowledge on not just geography but anything because geography is the study of everything. i sure found him interesting. he has online quizzes which is helpful but it gets in the way when u work full time. his tests to me if u study are easy. few are impossible to answer.
This professor is really good.
Professor Reed made lectures fun, but you had to be on top of your notes and readings. He was very clear and straight forward. Its a bit of a tough subject so do put in the extra effort.
He goes off topic some times during his lectures and he covers too much information in each of the tests. Overall he makes the class very time consuming for a general education class.
GET REAL AND GET OFF YOUR BUTT AND YOU WILL LEARN ALOT. SO MANY LAZY PEOPLE EXPECT SOMETHING FOR NOTHING. EXCELLENT PROF.
Do yourself a favor and take ANY of his classes. He is smart, witty, and full of inspiration. You are unlikely to find a better teacher!!
Do NOT take this professor he is horrible at lecturing , gets off topic, is all about himself and does not care if you are actually learning the material. The subject is interesting but he does a horrible job of actually teaching it! He gives a study guid for the test but they are practically useless, only worries of his newly purchase condo.
Definitely one of the best classes I have taken not only a great professor but such an amazing person and a great friend , the classes were so fun and productive I tried to not to miss any of the classes because I did't want to miss any of the lectures even though he does't deduct any points for not being in class .
I just ended this semester with him, The semester went by so quick. He made a such great engaging environment in the class I really didn't want this class to end I will miss his lectures a lot. Such an amazing class, Such an amazing professor such an person .Be sure to sit in the front and engage .
I feel really sad that this semester ended I have to leave the state, but if I was to stay here I would take as many as classes I could with him. Most certainly my favorite professor in GCC.
Professor Reed is an amazing professor. Geography's not my major but he made me wish it was, only so I could take more of his classes. He makes GCC not feel so terrible. I've taken two of his classes, 101 and 102, and he really is a fair grader and his tests are exactly what he lectures on. He also chooses great SI leaders, which are very helpful.
professor reed is an amusing professor, however he strays off topic a lot and doesn't really tell you what the test is going to focus on. know his slides and study on your own
I always enjoy Mr. Reed's classes. As long as you show up to class, do the homework, and READ the coursework (as with any subject you are learning), you'll pass the class!
Definitely not an easy A, so you NEED be interested in the subject. Luckily, Prof. Reed teaches smoothly, systematically, and most importantly, enthusiastically so its hard not to get excited. Both his mid terms and final are based off his slides on canvas, but read the text for your own benefit and quizzes. Every lecture was an absolute honor.
Prof. Reed is an awesome professor, but his class is difficult. You really have to put in a lot of work and do a lot of outside studying, hw, reading, etc. You cannot merely pass this class simply by attending. His tests are also realllllllly, realllly hard.
This professor is hard and goes off topic a lot and then makes you read the slides on your own at home because there isnt enough time in the class. Lets you use a cheat card on the tests but his study guides are useless and only some questions are on the actual tests.
One of the best professors at GCC. Hes the type that cares. I looked forward to going every day, his class is a great experience. I wish I could take him again but unfortunately, georgraphy isnt my major.
He goes off topic way too much- talks about how he went backpacking in one country to surfing gnarly waves in another. We get it. You travel. His lectures are heavy-basically a snooze fest. You have to rely on self-studying or else you won't pass his tests. I lost ten years off of my life span taking this class. Don't be like me. Dude is not funny.
He does grade his tests a little hard, so you will have to work for it. But I don't regret taking this class. Professor Reed is awesome. He is a really great professor, who does care about his students.
very caring professor. you have to work for your grade, sorry slackers.
He gets off topic a lot and talks about his personal life. Talks about all the struggles he has went through and kinda expects us to go through the same thing, which is stupid. Lectures are long and boring. He cracks jokes here and there. He was whatever.
Fantastic professor who makes Geo 106: Human Impact on the Environment, which is a real world issue very important. His class contains lots of reading with assignments but nothing too bad. A great person, and very caring both about what he teaches and his students as well.
If you want to learn more about geography and life in general, take his class! He really knows his stuff, and he's able to share his travel experiences to help his students understand what the class is talking about more. This is a real college class! I really feel like I'll be ready for University work and beyond.
He is amazing teacher be ready to learn more staffs!!! For me the classes are so interesting and useful! Even when I get D one of my test anyway this class is incredible for me!
He is a great teacher. Even though my major is Business, I really thought about changing it to Geography. Thats how much I loved his lectures!!!
You won't regret taking Prof Reed! His lectures are v engaging & he's absolutely hilarious! Make sure you read his book to prepare for the exams (3 in total). Reading each chapter before an upcoming quiz/geography exercise about that specific chapter is key to doing well! If you commit to the class, you will succeed & learn so much! Take him!
Professor Reed is an overall great Professor. His lectures are fun and interesting and I actually looked forward to going to his class. He provides you access to a free online book he wrote himself that covers all the things you'll learn about throughout the semester. READ THE BOOK! You will not pass the class off lectures and power points alone.
Brilliant and charming professor. My favorite at glendale community college. He made his own textbook free for his students. He's a super cool dude and I think he knows it. Enlightening class and passionately taught. He makes it easy.
Prof Reed is a real GEM! I took his class when Corona forced us to change from in-class to remote, & he handled it well. Easy to reach. Super linient & understanding. You'll learn a lot in this class and won't regret it! FREE textbook written by him, perfect lecture pace, & extra-credit is available. I've no background but he deliver it well.
Good Professor!
Best professor! I learned so much because he delivered the topics well. TIPS: Read his handy online text book, listen to lectures, take notes, and youll pass. The really gives the grades you deserve. Super rational and understanding. If you want to actually learn, take him!
Hes a Brown University graduate with exceptional life stories. He always provides examples of the world so students can understand better. Youll learn SO MUCH! He is enthusiastic in delivering lectures and it makes me remember the topics even after its over. Geo 101 youll learn: how the earth works (atmosphere,wind,storms,climate,rocks&volcano)
THE BEST! I took 2 classes with him this semester and never regret it. After passing two classes with him I feel more knowledgeable because I actually learned something and not only for the grade. In Geo 102 he covered human geography, it includes: world populations, cultures, race, ethnicity, language, religion, migration, etc. Take him!!
Every aspect of his class make me wish to be in Geography major! Every lecture is an absolute honor. Tests are based on lectures, quizzes, and textbook, nothing new. Wish I could take more of his classes but Ive take all the GE I need :(( Hes passionate abt his field and cares for his students. Prove him you tried and youll pass
Out of all my sucky professors this past semester Reed was the diamond in the rough haha! He is lecture heavy but he cares and you will learn. During the pandemic he was the only professor I had with some common sense! He cares about his students and curved tests along with allowing you to drop a few quizzes. A solid class all around!!
Highly recommend Professor Reed in all his courses. He cares about his students and his profession. He does well with presenting the material while also providing student teacher interaction. All the courses he teaches he cares about and has a true understanding. He does make you work for it. But is a fair and generous grader. All pos experiences .
The real deal. Lenient on grading. Very educated and passionate towards his line of work and field. You could be the most outspoken or reserved student, as long as you maintain your focus towards the lectures and your studies, Youll do just fine. Professor Reed will also drop your two lowest performing quizzes or assignments.
I took his class in winter 2019. His lectures were interesting and fun. Mr. Reed clearly explained the information. He showed us videos related to what we've learned. He gave extra credit if students found typos in the textbook. Quizzes seemed simple.
One of my fav profs, very passionate about what he teaches and gives clear instructions on what you need to do to pass. If you earnestly do the work there's no reason you shouldn't get an A. Get ready to do some reading and critical thinking
After reading the other comments I thought I would breeze through this class, but that's not the case at all. He gives out a test every week&heavy on lectures. I don't think his lectures reflect the tests he gives. He goes off topic a lot, and his lectures can be very confusing. He's a good guy, but his teaching style just doesn't work for me.
WORST PROFESSOR EVER! Do not take his class, I repeat, DO NOT TAKE HIS CLASS!! He goes off topic and his grading is ridiculous! His tests have nothing to do with the lecture or textbook! Worst decision I have ever taken!! I regret taking his class a lot!!
I took Geog 110 with Professor Reed during Fall 2020. He is passionate about Geography and it shows in his teaching and lectures. He is a fair grader, and he outlines from the start that you need to study and be present for lectures and you will pass. He was always quick and willing to respond and help those students that reached out.
He is an amazing professor and learned so much in his class. Make sure you are always paying attention or else you may miss valuable information.
The test questions are meant to see how much you understand the material and how to use them outside of class. At the end of each chapter, there are words you need to define and understand which are easy by the way. The professor also accesses PowerPoint and the textbook. There is homework that helps you to write ONE paper or a mindmap.
Professor Reed had amazing lectures that made me understand the material clearly. His office hours were also extremely helpful and he was so nice and understanding.
Fall 2020. Professor Reed is very passionate about the subject he teaches. The class is lecture heavy. There are a lot of open book quizzes, two midterms and a final, all of which are multiple choice. It's easy to pass the class as long as you do everything he tells you to do, but you need to work for an A.
One of the GREATEST professors I've taken at GCC. He provides useful supplemental materials like PP slides and articles for us to understand better. He is hilarious and very punctual in each class session and his class is well-organized and you'll probably learn ALOT. Make sure to read the textbook he assigns and attend EVERY class.
I really enjoyed Professor Reeds class because it was very straightforward. All the answers to the tests are found in the textbook so make sure you print out the textbook pages to use during the tests online. The country research essay was very easy if you make the weekly research assignments detailed.
Professor Reed is probably one of the best professors at GCC. He cares about his students and is always willing to help in any way he can. His lectures are very interesting and his assignments are actually fun to complete. I took Geography 102 online with him and I learned beneficial concepts. I definitely recommend Professor Reed, he's amazing!
He is a good professor that cares about the subject and those who take it. Pay attention in class and take notes as most of the exams have vocab he mentions in class lectures. If you're stuck ask questions, he makes sure that students understand the subject.
Literally the best professor you could take!! Amazing man that is a true inspiration. He wrote the textbook and it is super easy to read and understand. It is evident that he truly cares about his job and all his students. Drops lowest quiz as well as curves tests. I ended with above 100% because of that. You can message him about anything as well.
professor reed is great. i took geog102 this fall and he made it so fun. you can tell he really loves what he teaches and loves answering questions. he makes sure to go over important points for the tests in class and gives you study guides for each one. and there's plenty of extra credit to do if you need it!
Professor Reed is the best Professor! Ive learned a lot with his lectures. If you like to go hiking, camping and traveling abroad, you should take his class! It is really useful and interesting.
I didnt enjoy this class at first but it really grew on me. Professor Reed is a cool guy and his lectures were inspiring as he used many photos from his trips abroad. Take this class if you enjoy the great outdoors and want to know more about our planet!!!
Professor Reed was a little tough on the final essay but he honestly provides good feedback to your other writing assignments and it prepares you a lot for the final. He's not my favorite kind of person, but he has good intentions. You can really tell he actually cares ab geography lol. A lot of it is easy to understand, all you do is process info.
Overall one of if not the best professor I've had so far. I have no intention to pursue Geography past this course but Professor Reed made it interesting. He is a very nice guy and understanding of your needs. If you are having any trouble he is very open to talk but the class is not too demanding, to begin with.
One of my favorite professors I have had. He is very personable. Talks a lot, both about the subject and his own stories. He cares a lot about geography and really enjoys teaching. Easy to pass but to get an A you have to do the reading and go to lecture. If you are interested in the subject at all take his class, it will be worth it. Free textbk.
Easy peasy lemon squeezy! Do the readings, take good notes for lecture and the exams are easy. I didn't really interact with the professor much. I should have taken this class online, since it was easy and I didn't really need to see the professor in person as much. Allows a notecard for exams.Grades fast! Free online textbook. Tardiness is okay!
Great professor! Super passionate and gives you a clear path towards an A if you put in the work. Cares about the well-being of his students and is super insightful. Office hours are super accessible.
He was extremely nice when he saw students struggle but would randomly talk about the vaccine and how grateful he was for it in the middle of class. He once talked about it for like 20 minutes and everyone who had opposing views was so uncomfortable and confused as to why he mentioned it so much. Odd but he teaches fairly well
Mr. Reed would go so off topic in class, that we were left to learn the material at home with the book. He is very knowledgeable on geography, and shares many of his own, related experiences, but he just gets side-tracked so easily. He also made some off-putting comments throughout the year. 1 good thing: practice exams are the same as real ones.
Actually cares about his students, and gives u many opportunities to improve your grade
ruined my 4.0 even through continuously going to office hours/doing extra credit. was shocked to see a high B at the end instead of the A I put in a lot of time for
Took his 101, 102, and 111. Informative and interesting lectures, great canvas setup, very accessible outside of class, and understanding of late work when you see him IRL. Inspired my major switch and sparked a big passion in me for geography. Really funny and personable, but very knowledgeable and good at teaching too. +Exam notecards. Goat fr
Very entertaining and studying is a must.
I took Geog 111(phys. lab) and 102 (cultural). You. Will. Learn. He can get passionate in his lectures, and some people take that negatively. Take it positively. I respected his passion and will to actually teach. He is not there to just give easy grades and be loved, he is there to teach and make us think like adults. Thumbs Up. He's funny too.
Great lectures that make the information easy to understand. Would definitely take the class again. Highly recommend it
Incredibly difficult class!!! but somehow worth it? He's very transparent, easy to talk to, and open to helping. Don't expect to ace his tests or understand everything. Had to study an insane amount, but the cheat sheets were so helpful, and the textbook is amazing. He also had a lot of helpful links, videos, and sites to help outside of class.
Went into it not really expecting much, but I learned a lot with him. Super down to earth guy, and really understanding if you need help. He went off topic and sometimes his explanations don't clear much, so you're going to have to refer to your textbook A LOT. Overall, just study, stay on top of your work, write good notes and you'll pass.
Professor Reed is incredible. His stories during lectures makes his class truly come alive. You can tell he is really passionate about what he teaches. He's been to so many different places, and he brings that experience into his lectures.
Coolest Professor ever. He will support you to succeed. Enjoyable to speak with.
Passionate Prof. Reed, prone to going off-topic, allows a 5x7 cheat sheet for his finals, but the info overload makes memorization challenging. The lab course demands a solid grasp; missing classes results in grade deductions. Attend his trip, yet, seeking a better grade, I hesitated to request extra credit in this challenging course.
Professor Reed was amazing! He inspired me to pursue a Geography Major and his lectures were very engaging.
Great geography course, amazing ivy league professor. Learning physical geography with this professor is fun. Definitely a class you must study for in order to pass. I would take classes with this professor again.
Mr. Reed is an amazing professor. You have a guaranteed A if you take notes and follow his studies guides. The book is free and his lectures are nice. He really makes this class for those willing to put in the work because he gives enough tools to succeed.
This class felt like a huge waste of time. You will have to teach yourself all the material because he only talks about himself. Gets sidetracked all the time and wont let students finish talking before interrupting them again. Youll be better off taking someone else for this class.
Professor Reed's 101 class is a solid pick - the lectures are engaging, he's approachable, and the textbook is great. Stay on top of the readings, use unstuckstudy ai for extra practice, and you'll do well. Overall a rewarding class worth taking.
The coolest professor at GCC. He often talks about his day, making the lectures much more captivating. Shows great awareness of the cultural backgrounds of his students, which ties greatly with the subject of cultural geography. At the same time manages to be super informative about geography, You'll leave the class with a lot of new knowledge.
Great Professor. Would take again if I could.
Prof. Reed has so much knowledge and passion for this subject and it makes you want to learn. He really cares for his students and wants the best for them. Lots of info and resources for study options available. Extra credit options, Notecard cheat sheets allowed for exams. Highly highly recommend for the science requirement or Geo. major
This was an amazing class. I took his geography 101 and 111 class and I thoroughly enjoyed them both. Mr. Reed makes lectures easy to understand and yet full of detail. The tests are very similar to the practice tests on Canvas, and if you study and do your work you will pass the class. He cares about students, and clearly loves his job. 10/10
Stopped going to class bc he never actually lectured. Just talked about himself. Somehow still got an A. He also made some really inappropriate comments about Palestine. Made a lot of us uncomfortable. Thinks the course is about his views only. Never lets anyone finish speaking before interrupting them. If youre looking for an easy A, take it.
I took Geo101 for the winter semester, his class was not easy. I read every chapter assigned and studied a lot. What helped me the most was the practice tests on canvas that he posts and the index card that we were able to use for the actual exam, like a cheat card. He also gives out extra credit which helped my grade a lot. I liked the class.
Professor Reed has been one of the best teachers I have come across at GCC and has inspired me with my passion in sciences! He gives clear and informative lectures that help with the labs and the required field trip was a fun experience. He's very passionate about the topic and if you follow along and put in the work it'll rub off on you as well.
Such a nice professor! He's very passionate about his subject and the lecture material is very interesting. He gives a good feedback and if you have any questions he's always willing to help. The final exam is a bit tough, but if you put an effort, you'll get a good grade.
Took his Goeg Human Impact class, professor is very dedicated and passionate about his craft. 100% would recommend you take one of his courses.
the class is easy but he talks about politics way too much as well as how his daughters are both in ivy league schools (which yes he should be proud of) but he also talks about how people at cc either can't afford other schools or possibly have a criminal record, yes those were his actual words
easy class but annoying prof
Stunned that his rating isn't higher. To this day he's by far the best professor I've had at GCC. If you can be put off by one comment you don't agree with, or refuse to challenge yourself or sit through uncomfortable conversations, then maybe one of the crappier professors who doesn't care about the material they teach will suit your needs better.
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