Starts out appearing difficult, but as the semester progresses it really becomes fun. Still quite stressful! As for the easiness of getting an A...boy do you have to work hard for it!

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You don't come across teachers like Mike very often.He has a way to cause exploration of many different points of views.A lot of techincal things to learn, but his class is more like a workshop where students create the class.A great experience!

There's HELLA work in there, but very fun, do all the work and u'll get a good grade. There were no C's in the summer class, few B's, GREAT TEACHER

Mike is a great teacher even if the book he uses is not. He is extremely helpful, well informed & is willing to communicate with students, or the whole class, about concepts that are not understood. I am looking forward to taking another class with him next semester! Not an easy A but you learn alot

Mike is not an easy A. Be prepared to learn and relax your notions of individualism. Very valuable stuff for real life applications. Put in 3 H/W hrs per class hour--you'll do fine. No spoon-feeding here, just high-level education.

The class has a lot to do with real world. He expects a lot. Lots of outside time with groups. If you do your work you will get a decent grade. Don't take him if you want an easy A, but you can earn an A if you do all the work and extra credit.

Tough class, but I learned a lot. Expects perfect speeches, but everyone improved a lot. Liked the class environment and my group. Expects a lot of group work and must always be there. If you do the work you can get an A.

Having taken him before, I basically knew what to expect. He is a good teacher. He expects you to learn & to understand the concepts. He is willing to help when you are in need of it & not just for the pretty girls like some students believe, I am NOT one of them & he has always been helpful to me

Dreaded this class! Still don't like the class but loved the teacher. You know where you stand and if you do the work and show up you will get a good grade. I look forward to class just because of him. You can't be lazy in this class!

Severson gives the same as you are willing to devote. He is always willing to do extra to help you get a better grade and learn more. Also he has an awesome method of helping you to find the answers for yourself rather than feeding them to you. One of the best teachers here.

Severson is a good teacher. Gives quiz's every class, but as long as you read the book assigned, its pretty easy. Was very helpful and understanding of personal situations. Exams are easy, as long as you take good notes and your group works together.

First of all, whoever said he is hot is crazy. But anyway, he is a good teacher, and the only people that i hear complaining about him, are the people that do not work hard and prepare well for speeches. Do the work, and the ton of extra credit that he offers and you could get an A.

Always was easy to talk with, reasoned about due dates, assignments, whether tests should be take home or not, asked for our input often. Open to ideas, great flexibilty in some areas. Overall mellow guy, looks/acts somewhat like a former child of 60's.

Tough requirements for a speech class, but definately pushed us to do our best. If you do the work, you get the A. Plan on lots of research and study time. Definately prepares you for upper division classes. Great teacher! Always willing to help a student along if they are willing to do the work.

He is a good teacher. Def. not an easy one though. It should be a 5 unit class. But he made it interesting and fun. Dont take the class if you dont want to work hard though.

I took this class thinking it was an easy A. I WORKED for my A. I found his class very helpful and interesting-never boring. Don't take this class if you don't want to work. IT IS ALOT OF WORK - but worth it. Severson was there for me whenever I needed help or advice, I would take him again. Gives lots of extra credit opportunities. Great teacher..

Professor Severson is a tough teacher, but definately a challenge. It is not an easy A, but if time and work is put into the class, the possibilities of success are endless. I not only gathered helpful and useful information to utilize in the future of my college life, but also my personal life. "Don't be a sheep, SEVERSON thanks for LITERACY.

I found this class very challenging but very fulfilling. He gave us a practice speech where I was able to make mistakes and not get dinged for it. To get an A in the class take advantage of the extra credit he gives for going to the lab and for extra

He's pretty easygoing and likes to make things simple. He's alright and his class really isn't difficult in the slightest.

Very hard grader. Public speaking is tough, and he makes it that much more difficult. Dont plan on reading speeches or missing class. He is a tough teacher, but not a "bad" one. Dont expect an easy A or B even if youre good at it.

Great professor! He makes the horrid art of public speaking seem easier, and he lets you work in groups. His tests are challenging, so be sure to study for those!

I thought his class was great! It was a lot of work but he gave a lot of help and his office door was always open and willing to help by keeping in touch by email. I would definatley recomend him! I feel that anyone who thought his class too hard, well they just didn't try hard enough. His class challanged the student to think and I liked that!

Mr. Severson is a very good teacher. I took him 3 semesters in a row. He finds ways to get you interested and get's everybody involved in the lectures so it becomes interesting. He does expect work from you and to attend to class, but believe me if you don't walk out that class with at least a b, than you really didn't try at ALL!!

Do all your homeworks, and you will get an A. Great teacher.

Michael is GREAT! He is knowledgeable, funny, and energetic. You can get an A if you work for it. He cares about his students, both in and out of class. He is more than willing to commit a great deal of time of energy to help us succeed. His help is essential in my admission to Both Columbia and Berkeley Haas. Don’t miss out, take his class.

Very streight forward with info. In a group setting he let us have our space and our group hung oursleves. He sees right through everything and knows whether you spent 10 minutes or 10 hours on a project. His short term group COMM clas was extremely difficult.

Enthuistac, Knowledgeable, Professionally Friendly

Great Teacher, definitely recommend. Michael gets everyone involved in the class. Yet, be ready to work for your grade. Need help? he is available and approachable. Work hard and you can get an "A".

Lots of work. He has high expectations but if you do the work and follow directions you will get a good grade. He expects you to be there and has lots of quizzes on reading.

He can be a bit scatterbrained but keeps the class interesting. Has a wonderful ability to bounce off ideas with students and keeps up lighthearted tone. Laid back and flexible, if there is a problem he's more then willing to work things out with you. You are expected to do work and this class in particular since it is group communications is a cha

I enjoyed Severson's class a lot! It got me more comfortable with public speaking and I really enjoyed the way he teaches. If you do the work, you get the credit. Ya, if you miss too many classes he drops you, if you miss a speach he drops you.. but that's life! He will work with you if you have an acutal excuse though. I would recommend his class!

Instructor knows material. Tests are from the book. Do the homework and assignments and it is an easy grade.

I took his communications class during summer for the 4 week class and I really enjoyed it. He is somewhat of a challege at times but it really makes you think. I do not like speaking infront of a group, but he makes you come out of your shell. I hated the book, but his lectures make up for it. Take him though, he is an excellent teacher!

Professor Severson is a great teacher. I'm in his class right now and I disagree with the comments posted. He's got a great sense of humor and appreciates students with senses of humor and he'll make you feel comfortable with speaking. ALL of his test are take home so you can use your book/internet (use the book). He's a great teacher, so take him!

It is true that Professor Severson is tough on grading (Public Speaking), but I learned so so much from him. It's definitely a class worth taking if you want to suceed in your future career! Overall I would give him an A+

I took every single one of Severson's classes. As a comm major at a CSU I still can say hands down best prof I've ever had. Tough, but fantastic prof.

You either love him or hate him. As long as you work hard in his class, you'll get an A. For Interpersonal Communication, the midterms are usually a lot of memorization from the book. He does offer a lot of extra credit in open dialogs and a 50 point extra credit assignment in the end. If hes nice, he'll offer take home exams.

Prof. Severson holds a high standard. I found him to be lenient and understanding for some and he drew the line when he needed to. He attempted to inspire his students. however as in all college courses there where some who struggled and rose to the occasion and others who fell short. This is life. There should be more like M. Severson who don't

He's funny, invested in public speaking, and a little cocky. He'll have fun with his class, so the class has fun, and get everyone involved. Regular little easy quizzes. Not too much note taking. He's a firm grader, and his class demands a lot of time but is rewarding. You're 150% guaranteed to come our of his class a better speaker.

This Class was hard especially if you are a nervous public speaker, but it gets easier after every speech. He made the class very interesting. If you work hard do the extra credit and attend class you will get an A. He is very helpful and willing to work with you to make your speeches better. I would take him again!

His public speaking class will take a LOT of your time. It's not hard, but you have to practice, practice, practice to get a good grade. You'll also have to meet with other students outside of class time to work, so don't take this class if you have a really busy schedule. You need to read the textbooks for the take-home exams, but that's about it.

A brilliant man who has traveled much of the world. He expects a lot, but at the same time, he realizes that you are learning, making him an excellent teacher!

Loved this class overall! Not too much work outside of class. Tests are take home and mostly straight from book. Interesting teacher, challenging speeches, but you will definitely come out of the class a better public speaker and researcher.

Mr. Severson's class is not easy. Just cuz it's a comm class, don't assume it's easy.If you do the work, read, come to class, and study you will do fine. I enjoy taking his class.

This was a difficult course because I thought it would be "fluff". It's not. It has been one of the best courses I've ever taken. Very informative. Michael did a great job in his teaching, clarity, and expectations. IF you want to learn something, take this from him. IF you want to slack -off, find a different class. You have to work in his class

Severson is a good professour. He knows about Communication, but could improve how he transmits that knowledge. Sometimes disorganized, which makes him sound or look ambiguous. May need to finish a course to connect the things he teaches you, which are 100% useful.

This was one of my favorite teachers. He had a lot of work, but was a very good teacher. He made sure to keep everyone interested. I recommend this class to all who would like to educate themselves and better their education.

Not an easy course, but be flattered that he thinks we are smart enough to be challenged. He asks you to think and grades with a real world agenda. If you put in the effort you will receive the reward of a good grade. Look forward to taking his class again. I have never rated a professor before but felt he was worth the time.

He has a desire to make you examine yourself. You must go into his class open-minded and willing to dig deep. If you do not take this class seriously, you will gain little from it. You will be put on the spot, so be prepared. He does this to help you, not insult you. He's funny and personable. I recommend him often.

Professor Severson was not easy, but if you worked hard, he was definitely fair. You have 4 major speeches in this class; be prepared right after to be critiqued in front of the whole class. However, don't be too worried; it will help you improve. I talked to him during office hours, and he was even nicer! He is helpful and cares about students.

Mr. Severson is a great person and although he is a tough teacher, you will gain a lot from his classes. He will teach you not only about communication, but actually about yourself. Expect to work hard, but also to gain a lot of insight from his classes. Hands down my favorite professor at SCC.

Severson is tough. You cannot miss class. He wants you to take his class seriously. The grading is hard but I improved greatly at public speaking by semesters end. To me he was accommodating and professional and I loved how he makes you work in groups. Be wary though he is not an easy A.

Great professor. Very knowledgeable and experienced with years of Communication background. Class is definitely a challenge, but he gives you tools to help build your speech properly. May come off as a hard discerning professor, but is only giving students the ability to overcome obstacles through personal choices. Would rate 5 stars any day.

The class is really interesting but the workload is also heavy. He assigns too much reading and expects you to know everything even when you have little time to do the 30 pg readings. His extra credit assignment is a ridiculous amount of work that you'd probably be better off without it. Not a very nice guy but he knows what he's talking about.

If you are at college to actually learn something, this class is right where you need to be. You will surprise yourself at the end with how much you have learned not just from the class, but from professor Severson as well. He will push you hard, but you will become a better speaker and a better student. He truely cares about your future success.

If you're looking for a great teacher he is your guy. He pushes you to do better, his class is fun and interactive. If your looking for an easy "A" then keep looking. He wants the best for everyone. One on One with him changed my outlook towards the class in a lot of ways. You get what you put in. He does care about the students. Great class

This class has prepared me for public speaking. If you want to learn and have something to take to upper division classes this is the class. If you are interested in insightful feedback to learn about yourself in public speaking then this is the class. This class is not for lazy people who want an easy grade.

Professor Severson is a great instructor. He is demanding of every student which supports us to succeed in this highly competitive college environment. His office hours helped me improve my speeches.

Personally he seems like a hard ass but when you approach him he does do his best to help. I took him my first year and he was hard, lots of work, hard quizzes, and a lot of reading. He grades you based on your effort so you need to take this class seriously. He will help you and depending how you are he may end up being your favorite professor

I just had him for the intro comm class, 301. At first he seemed like a hard ass and does expect you to work for your grade. But, overall he is a really cool teacher and definitely wants you to succeed. If you're looking for an easy A, don't go for him. If you're looking for a challenge I say do it. He was pretty cool, and really taught me a lot.

I thought he was an easy teacher. You have to be willing to do the work to pass as with every class. I found it to be the easiest class out of all my classes. Most of the classes are filled with listening to other students present. In my opinion not a lot of work.

This class will take a lot of time. You have 4-5 speeches. Most require a 6-7 page outline, and 3 meetings with classmates outside of class. You have 5 lengthy take home exams, weekly pop quizzes, and a final essay that is 7-8 pages. I believe he sets the standards high, so we do our best. Do not expect leniency, you'll get "Welcome to College".

He is a very nice teacher who really cares about his students. He gives really good feedback. He gives 5 point quizzes (warm-up questions) every class. In Comm 301 he assigns about 4 speeches and some with outlines that have very specific guidelines that he wants. Overall he is a great teacher, pretty easy, just do the work and you will be fine.

Really enjoyed this challenging class. Class was graded on 5 speeches based on outlines, group work, conventions, and presentation, as well as 5 takehome exams. Stay on top of deadlines and buy the book and you'll be fine. DON'T be late. Be prepared for group project meetings outside of class + lots of writing. Made me a much better public speaker!

Prof Severson is an amazing professor. His class gives a UC or CSU feel but in a community college environment. Which means he challenges you and has incredible feedback if you're willing to put in the time and effort. He is extremely approachable and just an excellent instructor overall!! 10/10 recommend him!!

He is honestly a good teacher and wants the best for his students. He gives lots of work which makes it feel like its a 4 unit class. Test are take home and answers are on books and notes. One chance for extra credit. Group work is mediatory but I loved my group.

HE SCARED ME AT FIRST! Hard grader, but you get what you give. He makes you want to be in class and its a class worth taking! He creates a Really comfortable environment for a comm class. I was shaking the first presentation but the book and the way he conducts class gave me confidence and I improved my communication skills for sure .