A strong advocate on first ammendment rights, Mike Reed has strong knowledge and passion for what he teaches and sometimes 'editorializes'. His Jrn 1 class will make you think differently about media and law. Good guy.

Mike is hilarious. He is a knowledgeable, friendly, and approachable teacher. His classes aren't hard, but they aren't easy either. He is fair and does a great job. The only downside is that, like most full-time professors, he's in love with himself.

Took Mass Media & SOciety telecourse. Reed was smart, informed and interesting.

Dont take this class inless you need it,midterm and final, class participation and stupid assignments.

i liked mike reeds class alot, he is very exited about what he is teaching. he enjoys being a teacher.

professor reed was a great teacher. difficult and sometimes a little out there, but he loves what he does and he really wants to build a strong journalist. great guy. lectures are the finals, just don't lag on getting the projects done and you're good.

I don't know how he acts in his other classes but he is a very cool teacher. Everone who is dissing him are so wrong about him.

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I loved his class! Hes really mellow and the beginning of each class we would get to take 30 min to write about a topic he gave us, or one we wanted to personally if we preffered. He lets you have your own writing style and is very encouraging, I dont know why so many of u dont like him!?

Ok, I love REED! He was one of the best teachers i had here at Saddleback. He is very funny and he cares so much about his students. I learned so much from him in his class. He was very helpful. He wants all his students to do well. My advise is to take him!!!!

He is very cocky about himself, but one of the best teachers I've had. Lectures go by so fast and I took the class at 7:30 in the morning and never had the urge to fall asleep like most classes that early in the morning. He helps out his students alot and is very approachable.

Professor Reed is a very good/fun teacher. HE uses a method called "no child left behind." He reviews daily in class and makes sure that everyone understands the lecture before moving on. He is very funny, grades papers and tests easy. make sure to study essay questions that he provides before the test date.

He drives me insane. I can't stand when people talk about themselves in the third person and he does it alot. He also uses finger quotes at inappropriate times. That said, he's a good teacher. He cares about his students passing, and really has a passion for the subject. It's a mandatory class for communications majors, and he teaches it well.

So... he really isn't that bad...the class SEEMS hard but I got a "B" and don't ask me how....he grades easy at the end and everyone passes! He's a good guy..he means well and I actually learned some very important things in this class..things I never knew and should have known before! :)

I learned a ton about court cases about the 1st Amendment. He's often rude, if he doesn't agree with what you say he is quick to say you're wrong. Memorize what he says word for word and you'll do fine. He doesn't want you to summarize what he's taught, just reiterate it. I got an A but almost went insane. The finger quotes were out of control.

The class is kinda boring and theres a 8 PAGE TERM PROJECT at the end if your into that sorta thing. However, if you do the paper you should at least get a B in the class. The professor is passionate about teaching and you can tell he loves it. Also, he has a wierd laugh so that might keep you entertained.

Ok so heres the deal. Attendance is mandatory, you will stay the whole class period, and you will end the class with a lot knowledge on mass media. If you actually want to learn about this subject this is the teacher to take, I got an A in the class. He was my favorite teacher at Saddleback. I suggest taking him if you are actually interested in J

He's cool if you know your stuff (everything is in his study guide :), but he will make you feel uncomfortable if you get stumped. He truly want's his students to succeed. Easy class-2 papers, midterm and final.

All you have to do is go to class (important or he will call you out), buy the handbook it has everything in there, all you have to do is take little notes, and memerize and study good and you will atleast get a B. I got a kick out of how he loves to talk about himself any chance he got. But you learn alot and the term paper is 8 pgs. but easy.

I don't know why everyone is hating on Prof. Reed, his class is easy! Show up do homework (60 minutes and look at the ratings)... midterm is easy if you study EXACTLY what he says, I aced it. He wants the best for his students, I enjoyed his class! I was scared at first reading bad comments but i had no choice...come to find out he isnt bad at all!

Loved this class. The only hw is 60 minutes and look up ratings. Midterm is easy cuz he tells you everything that is on it. Big term paper but easy. He teaches it very well b/c he wants you to take the information with you for the future. You will learn a lot. Highly recommended. Funny personality.

Professor Reed is probably my most inspirational teacher. He definitely knows his stuff about the media. Now, he may come off as a hard headed teacher but if you do what your supposed to do then you are set. I really enjoyed his class because it taught me a lot of stuff about the media that is helpful. Would recommend for passionate students.

If you're into writing, Reed is definately the best professor to take. The class was fun, engaging, and informative! There is a writing assignment every week, but they are always interesting and definately apply to careers in writing or journalism.tTake this class if you are interested in becoming a journalism major or you love to write!!

If you enjoy the subject matter then you will love this class. Not much work except for the term project, which is interesting but can be kind of hard. Interesting lectures and really knows about the subject. You could probably go without the textbook, but if you don't buy the workbook he wrote then you will fail. Take him if you like journalism.

Fantastic teacher. Very funny, interesting, and intelligent. Speaks his mind, but not arrogantly. Class is kinda hard sometimes, but not too bad, especially if you are into the subject. I recommend his class wholeheartedly as long as you aren't a total slacker.

love his class. easy midterm, easy term paper. wonderful teacher and wants you to learn. do what he asks, and youll get an A!

Very knowledgeable, very enthusiastic. Holds you accountable for keeping up with work. Tells what's going to be on test. He wants you to pass. Grades very easily. This class is very interesting and he is a great teacher. There is no other Jrn 1 teacher, but he is really good.

Reed is the most amazing professor! His love of teaching is incredible and I am honored to have had the chance to meet him and hear him speak. Grade=homework assignments, 2 tests & participation. Although he may be tough on his students, he is the sweetest guy, he simply wants you to succeed! Really prepares you for transfer to a university!

Reed's class is the cream of the crop: engaging, informative, and EASY. The whole grade is participation (showing up to class and watching 60 Minutes), a 10-page term paper, a midterm and a final. He gives you about half of the answers to the objective questions and ALL of the answers to the essay questions verbatim IN CLASS so just show up!

i loved this class. i learned ALOT about journalism that i did not know previously. mr. reed is the BOMB!!!! hes incredibly informative and if you put in the effort you learn ALOT. WORTH IT

At the beginning of the semester, I hated him and his crazy ways. As the semester progressed, you understand. He has a method to his madness. Know the study guide like the back of your hand. I hardly even opened my book. He has a very low failing rate. He's awesome!

Great teacher, very passionate about teaching. Wants you to learn, and I have a feeling what I Have learned in this class will help me later on at a 4-year. At first I hated him but I've grown to really like him. He actually will call you out if he thinks you don't know the answers, so don't come to class unprepared unless you want to be embarrased

Like the other ratings I was skeptical at first - by the end of the semester I love him! He is so passionate about what he teaches and I learned SO much. I wish I could take more classes taught by him. He tells you literally EXACTLY what will be on the exam, no tricks. attendance is a must, and watching 60 minutes weekly is a must. Take him!

Best teacher at Saddleback! So nice, tells the best stories, and is very engaging. By the end of the class you will be so knowledgable about your Constitutional rights, it is awesome! His class is interesting and I never dreaded going to class like with other classes.

WHAT A TEACHER! You will love him...I was a bit skeptical at first because he purposely acts tough in the beginning to get you serious, but once hes got you engaged hes funny, smart, and really knows how provoke students to think. I hope he sticks around!

This class is pretty easy and, more importantly, it gets you fired up about learning (seriously). Good professor who just wants you to walk away realizing how important a free press is. He's a great guy too. Take the class!

You will learn a ton in this class and you will learn to respect Reed. He cares very much about his class and subject and it shows. He will humiliate you if you act like an idiot.

I loved his class and him. He is passionate about what he teaches, his students, and life. He is probably one of the best teachers at Saddleback. JRN 1 should be a must take class for everyone.You will learn so much about the Constitution, and our government. He wants students to learn. He will give you every opportunity to earn a great grade.

Class was not what I expected. It was much harder but I learned a lot. Lots of reading, memorizing case laws pertaining to journalism. Daily quizzes will get an A on midterm/final. Weekly 60 minutes essays. Do the work, you'll do fine. Great class if you are a journalism or marketing major. You will transfer very prepared. He's an interesting guy.

Rad class. Really enjoyed what I learned each week. Wasn't interested much in journalism, but he makes it a blast. Do the work, and study a lil each week, and the class will be a breeze. He makes it crystal clear what he wants you to know. Stick it out till the end of the semester, you wont regret it. Cheers

Great teacher! He cares a lot about his students and wants everyone to learn what he teaches in his class. He had short weekly quizzes, but was very lenient with them. He also allowed extra credit. I learned more in this class than I thought I would. He made it interesting.

Awesome professor! Really enjoyed taking his class last semester. If you show up and pay attention you will definitely pass.

This is by far one of the best professors I've had at Saddleback. The hardest part is the pop quizzes and understanding all the court cases but he is extremely clear on what the answers are for the midterm and final. Class in not very hard if you do all the assignments and turn them in on time. Offers a lot of extra credit. He's very funny too.

Fun mass media class that not is not difficult or easy. Tests are worth a lot but you can use your notes, and he gives extra credit. He is very blunt and and not passive. He cares for students and the subject but is not a fan of late work.

Professor Reed's class really helped when I transferred to cal state fullerton as a communications major. You spend a lot of time on court cases but it pays off later

Mike was a sub for the Lariat teacher this semester. I never took journalism before I didn't even want it for a career, I took it last minute. His lectures are easy and exams were open book. We coordinated on slack but out of the 15 students at the start there were 5 left I did 8 stories. Ali the assistant is helpful but can be forward.