4.7

Robert Burns

English - Georgia State University

4.7
Quality
1.9
Difficulty
86%
Would Retake
137
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4.7
Quality
1.9
Difficulty
4.7
Helpful
4.6
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86%

Would Retake

137

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No tests, quizzes, or homework

ENGL1102 - 4.0 rating

No deadline for assignments, you can turn them in whenever

ENGL1102 - 4.0 rating
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Online Classes

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Attendance Mandatory

38%

Textbook Required

43%

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Reviews (137)
4.0
1.0
ENG
May 6, 2003

No Comments

5.0
1.0
ENGL1101
Sep 1, 2004

**** teacher, hes funny as hell and knows how to hang loose, looking forward to this year, gogo Tuesday Thursday Classes @ 2:30! Woot Woot!!

5.0
2.0
ENG101
Oct 12, 2004

Bobby Burns is a really easy going, and interesting professor. He's super understanding, and listens really well. He has a sense of humor, is a cool guy, and grades fair.

4.0
1.0
ENG1101
Dec 6, 2004

He is a really easy teacher, but the class is still interesting. If you do your assignments, you'll be fine. Enjoyed the class.

5.0
1.0
ENG1101
Apr 2, 2005

Best English Teacher, Period.

5.0
1.0
ENGL1102
May 26, 2005

Bobby Burns is the best teacher you'll ever have. He is amazing and the coolest guy at GSU period.His assignments are fun to write as well.

5.0
2.0
ENGL110102
Grade: C
Aug 30, 2005

Bobby Burns kicks ASS!!! He rocks!!! By far one of the best teachers at GSU!!! He somehow got me to like to write and thats insane.

5.0
2.0
COMPOSITION
Aug 31, 2005

Burns is an awesome guy....loves to record music like me. Knows what he's talking about, which is hard to find these days. Great professor and I hope to stay good friends with him throughout the year.

5.0
1.0
1101AND1102
Sep 2, 2005

this class was fun, and interesting at the same time. Bobby let us write papers on what we wanted, we would discuss current issues and write about those things. he was fun and enjoyabale

5.0
1.0
ENGLISH
Sep 18, 2005

Best Teacher I've ever had in my entire life. Greatest Class, Best Discusions, Fav class at GSU

5.0
3.0
FRESHENG1102
Sep 18, 2005

Bobby by far this year is the freshest face I've seen. His class isn't difficult but it is very engaging. He honestly gets you excited to come to class. I'm actually looking forward to watching Adult Swim this week!

5.0
1.0
ENGLISH
Oct 17, 2005

****ing awesome

5.0
1.0
ENG1101
Oct 30, 2007

best teacher I have ever had

4.0
1.0
ENGL1102
Dec 11, 2007

Awesome class!!!Definitely take it!Easy & very interesting class

5.0
1.0
ENGLI1101
Dec 28, 2007

The best teacher...Very funny and not like most other Boring professors....You write about fun and interesting topics! Makes coming to class and writing fun and easy! :)

5.0
1.0
ENGL1102
Feb 29, 2008

BOBBI BURNS!!! haha, this is the craziest guy i've ever met, much less been taught by. he is really awesome!! he really lets you think for yourself and write creatively. his class is the reason i went to school. he really is awesome!! im minoring in english now because of his class!! Burns is by far the best professor ever!!

5.0
1.0
ENG1101
Apr 29, 2008

Bobby Burns is an engaging professor. However, I felt like I spent the majority of my time learning about obscure bands and how much caffeine it takes to kill a person. After having the option to take him for the next semester, I decided not to. I'm here to learn about English, not what the best caffeine drink is.

5.0
2.0
ENGL2140
Jul 30, 2008

Three papers. 3 pg poetry analysis, 3-5 pg theory exercise, and 5-10 pg research paper. That's it. Bobby is a nice, encouraging, chill and a wide open instructor. LOVES TO TALK. There wasn't much discussion. Just a lot of him talking. Half of the girls in the class played games on their ipods and phones. Not that I'm complaining but... Recommended!

5.0
1.0
ENGL2140
Jul 30, 2008

Bobby is the best! I love English and he was absolutely fantastic! He made the theory stuff so interesting and I completely loved the class. The girls who played games on their cell phones the whole class really missed out on an amazing professor and a wonderful class. Bobby is the best prof. I've had at GSU and I would definitely take him again!

5.0
1.0
ENGL2140
Nov 16, 2008

The best professor I've had at GSU. Dr. Burns is very intelligent but at the same time crystal-clear in his meanings. Attendance was not mandatory but I always came to class anyway because he was so interesting. He goes off on tangents a lot, but always relates it back to the material. Charming prof. Highly recommended.

5.0
1.0
ENGL1101
Dec 12, 2008

THIS CLASS IS A DEFINITE A+. ONE OF THE BEST TEACHERS AT GEORGIA STATE..!!! IF YOU CAN, PICK HIM AS YOUR ENGLISH PROFESSOR. REALLY COOL GUY. LOVED HIS CLASS!!!

5.0
1.0
ENGL1101
Dec 19, 2008

Mr. Burns is amazing! Class isn't mandatory, but I'm sure people will go to class anyway because he's so interesting. I think it's impossible for anyone to get less than a B in that class. There are no tests, just one research paper and many writing assignments. Easy grader, extremely funny, very smart, and stress-free!

5.0
1.0
ENGL1101
May 28, 2009

Prof Burns is by far the best prof to have to take english from! The class discussions always turn into the funniest tangents and he lets you speak your mind without judgment! He knows that college kids have lives outside of school so he's totally flexible about assignments and grading! TAKE THIS CLASS.

5.0
2.0
ENGL3040
Jul 16, 2009

Great professor. Good information. Works with you on deadlines. Grades fairly easy. Pay attention and you'll learn cool stuff. The best part of the class is the conversation.

5.0
2.0
ENGL2140
Jul 21, 2009

Great teacher kept me entertained for three hours straight in summer class. Allows you to resubmit papers for higher grade. Really intelligent and overall great interesting guy

5.0
1.0
ENG1101
Oct 19, 2009

The best teach I've EVER had! He keeps you interested, has flexible deadlines and will change due dates in order to work around your schedule. Very low textbook use. He would like for you to have the textbook, but in his own words "If you have to choose between eating or getting the textbook, eat." He's also just an overall good guy. GET THIS PROF!

5.0
1.0
ENG2110
Oct 20, 2009

awesomest everrr!!! read or he'll get pissed but its an easy A! take him!!

5.0
2.0
ENGL1102
Oct 21, 2009

Dr. Burns rules. Seriously, he's a great guy. Really cares about students. His teaching style is very raw and honest which is refreshing. His class isn't hard if you follow directions. Doesn't make you buy a book. And is very objective in his grading. He lets you have you own opinion! Definitely take him if you can. One of the best I've had.

5.0
2.0
ENG2110
Dec 16, 2009

He is brilliant, truly smart and very refreshing. He is one of the few professors at State that tells it like it is and applis literature practically. I looooved this class. The readings were very interesting and fulfilling. He is flexible and understands students. TAKE THIS CLASS!

5.0
1.0
ENGL2110
Jan 8, 2010

HIGHLY RECOMMEND. By far the best prof I've ever had. He is very knowledgeable in his subject, and he understands his students well. As long as you go talk to him, he takes late assignments and e-mail submissions. Attendance isn't mandatory, but he gives out in-class writing assignments randomly whenever there aren't many attendances. BURNS ROCKS!!

5.0
2.0
ENGL1101
Jan 21, 2010

A truly fantastic professor. He is a genuinely good guy, he knows his subject, he is understanding of students, he is very flexible, and his class is actually somewhat interesting, which is more than you can say for alot of college classes. I love this professor. I'm actually sad that this will be the last semester I get to take him.

5.0
1.0
ENGL3040
Apr 23, 2010

Professor "Bobby" Burns is probably one of the coolest professors I have ever had. His idea of teaching is being completely random and hopefully he will turn you onto something that interests you. No tests, just papers. He is extremely helpful (wrote me like a 2pg response to a question I had about a research topic). Take this guy, he's great!

5.0
1.0
ENG3040
May 16, 2010

Professeor Burns is a terrific teacher! Take him if you can! He's very helpful and understanding! Great Professor!

5.0
1.0
ENGL1101
Jun 15, 2010

Wow, talk about an easy A. I'll admit you don't learn much but we often have insightful discussions, barely any hmwk (if he assigns it its really easy) lenient grader, gives you a chance to rewrite your papers. Most talk about sex and drugs (lol) but overall he's a good guy. Very funny and relates to his students. Will help you if you need it and i

3.0
1.0
ENGL1102
Aug 26, 2010

Pointless class. You could not show up and still get an A. He did in-class writing assignments that prevents that, (you still get to make them up though). But I have no idea how or why i got the grade i did. I didn't learn one thing. But still hella easy i guess. A+ student gave me an A-

5.0
1.0
ENGL1101
Dec 12, 2010

Extremely helpful professor! class is soo easy, a couple in class writing essays and other essays including one research paper. doesn't care if work is late, as long as its turned in and can always revise a paper for better grade. always there to meet his students too! definitely recommend him!

5.0
3.0
ENG1101
Dec 26, 2010

Best teacher I EVER had. He kept the class very interesting, and showed genuine interest in every student's writing.

4.0
2.0
ENG2105
Dec 29, 2010

Professor Burns is very lenient. He only requires 6 reading responses from the readings (3 before midterm and 3 before final). Overall, I honestly was not interested in the class; therefore, I did not learn anything. It is a literature class, so it is a lot of reading.

5.0
1.0
ENG2110
Dec 31, 2010

Awesome teacher. Awesome class. Bobby is great - he really wants you to get an A. He allows multiple re-writes and will help you whenever you need it. The literature we read was interesting and the writing assignments were fairly easy as long as you read and pay attention in class. I strongly recommend taking anything that Bobby is teaching!

5.0
1.0
ENGL3040
Jul 21, 2011

TAKE THIS PROFESSOR! Most discussions tie back to sex, drugs, and punk rock. (: He doesn't mind cell phone usage, tardiness, cursing, naps, etc. You can write about anything, the papers are short, he gives fantastic feedback, and you can rewrite your papers. Bobby really just wants you to have fun, open your mind, and get an easy A.

5.0
1.0
ENGENG
Sep 22, 2011

This class was amazing! Professor Burns is so intelligent and you learn a lot! He's not strict which actually makes you want to come to class all the time and learn! His topics are relevant and thought provoking. My only negative is the use of foul language at times. Love him though and he has a cool fashion style ;)

5.0
1.0
ENGL1102
Dec 1, 2011

Burns is one of the best professors I've ever had. He's got a lot of insightful things to say and offers an enjoyable learning experience. Most of the class is in class writing assignments which are actually really fun. You'll be glad you took him!

5.0
1.0
ENGL1101
Dec 6, 2011

Best teacher EVER.This is the easiest A that you will receive in college. No textbook,and attendance isn't mandatory.a few in class writing assignments,a simple article summary,a few-fieldnotes and no final.Being in this class will make you feel as though you have done no work at all.IGHLY RECOMMENDED.Taking him again for Engl 1102.

5.0
1.0
ENG1102
Dec 12, 2011

Bobby is awesome! He's very lenient on due dates and always has great feedback. He also encourages you to write about whatever you want, no boundaries. Take this professor, you won't regret it!

5.0
1.0
ENGL1101
Jan 5, 2012

Burns is an awesome teacher! Attendance is not mandatory. He doesn't mind tardiness, use of cell phone/laptop. He has in class writing assignments and it can be about anything. He will let you rewrite the paper and will give great feedback. 1 research paper, 1 multimedia project (very easy), and 4 in-class writing assignment. HIGHLY RECMOMMENDED!

5.0
1.0
ENGL3400
Aug 16, 2012

Highly rcmand taking him. Easy A. He does not check attandce, use your laptop if you are borring. Cool guy, love to talk about sex every class, don't surprised, but he loves what he does. If you have 2 page essay, you will get 5-7 pages of his comments :) But it does not mean that you did bad. He lets you redo paper. I love him. Good luck.

5.0
1.0
ENGL3040
Jan 13, 2013

Highly recommend! He gives thoughtful and lengthy comments back on your papers. Rolling due dates. Attendance is not mandatory but you should attend because he is interesting to listen to. You'll get an A if you try and do the work. He lets you redo your papers!

5.0
2.0
ENGL3500
Jun 21, 2013

I just love to listen to him talk. Amazing professor. Also ridiculously attractive.

5.0
1.0
ENGL1101
Dec 26, 2013

BEST TEACHER EVER.

5.0
1.0
ENGL3040
Jan 13, 2014

I can't say enough about Professor Burns. Such a cool dude, unique teaching style that makes it easy and fun to learn. He doesn't just teach the subject you signed up for, you end up learning so much more about random, interesting subjects. Very smart, very nice, you must take his class!

5.0
1.0
ENG1101
Grade: A
Mar 31, 2014

Good teacher, Easy A if you put in effort. Lets you redo essays as many times as you want for higher grades.

5.0
1.0
ENGL1102
Apr 3, 2014

He is so nice. He let's you redo ever paper. Not hard to get an A. This class fill up fast.

5.0
1.0
ENGL3040
Apr 3, 2014

Bobby was awesome. I wish I could take this class over just to listen to him talk. He is a very smart, badass, laid back guy who cares about STUDENTS not the system. Easy A, he is the most flexible professor I have ever had in terms of grading and deadlines. TAKE THIS CLASS if you want something that you don't have to worry about that's worthwhile

5.0
2.0
3040
Apr 30, 2014

There is a lot of writing involved in this class so be prepared for that. Class attendance isn't mandatory, do your work ahead of time if possible and you'll be fine.

5.0
1.0
ENGL3040
Jun 18, 2014

Mr. Burns is one of the few teachers who actually changed my way of thinking and reading. He is helpful and makes even the mundane sound interesting. Honestly regret not being able to take more of his classes. He has that rare aspect most teachers lack which is empathy. He knows what your problems are and where you might need help. Awesome guy.

5.0
1.0
ENGL2110
Grade: A
Aug 27, 2014

He is hilarious at times but his lectures are pretty boring. He is flexible on due dates. Let's you revise papers to get better grade. About 6 essays due discussing the class readings and 2 in class writing assignments that count as midterm/final. Easy A if you make the effort. Probably get a B with minimal effort.

5.0
1.0
ENGL3040
Aug 27, 2014

Dr. Burns portrayed himself as the most evolved human being I've ever encountered then went on to be that and more. I took every word he said and applied it to every aspect of my life I could. This man is my spirit animal.

5.0
2.0
1103
Grade: A-
Dec 19, 2014

He's a very chill guy and has a nontraditional way of teaching, which I found more engaging than your standard lectures. There were a few in-class writing assignments which you can revise and a research paper. I put very little time in for this class and made a good grade. He's a very lenient grader.

5.0
1.0
ENGL2110
Grade: A
Dec 21, 2014

Great guy. Hilarious. Class can get boring sometimes. Textbook required. Lenient about deadlines. No tests only two in class essays and several take home essays. Attendance not required. Easy grader. He doesn't focus too much on grades so an easy A if you complete the work. Let's you revise papers for better grade. Take him.

5.0
1.0
ENGL1102
Grade: A-
Mar 11, 2015

Absolute amazing professor. Very laidback in terms of lifestyle yet his work is incredible. My writing got 20x better and he pinpoints the problems along with reasoning. Class is more fun than work and if I took more english classes, i would pray to get this professor for every single course. AWESOME professor!

4.0
3.0
ENGL1102
May 1, 2015

Dr. Burns is a great professor in terms that he really helps you become a better writer. The way he talks to students is really relax and talks to you like youre not a student. He lets you rewrite all your writings and has constant in class essays. If you're looking for a simple A, dont take him. I had to constantly rewrite essays until I made an A

5.0
2.0
1102
May 1, 2015

I loved Dr. Burns, he's such a great guy, gives really interesting side stories and it's evident that he is really smart. Lets you keep revising papers all year long until you get the grade you want.

5.0
2.0
ENGL2110
Jul 31, 2015

Robert is an awesome professor and I would definitely take him again if I needed another English credit. He is very accessible for any help you may need. I really enjoyed his free-spirit and while he is very clear on what he wants, he wants very vague things. If you crave structure then you may be frustrated in this class.

5.0
1.0
ENGL1102
Grade: A
Nov 26, 2015

No words need to explain. Definition of perfect is here.

5.0
1.0
ENGL1102
Apr 14, 2016

Amazing professor. He makes every class the best and is very enjoyable and hilarious. You are given a few in class assignments here and there and some writing assignments throughout the semester; he gives you an unlimited amount of times to redo everything! There is no attendance taken, but lectures are interesting. If you can take him, do so!

5.0
2.0
ENGL1102
Grade: A
May 8, 2016

One of the best professors I've had. Ultimately you determine your grade. You can revise papers as many times as you want until you get the grade you desire. Easy A if you use his feedback to redo papers.

5.0
1.0
ENG1102
Grade: A-
May 10, 2016

Take him for an easy English class. He doesn't give you an exact due date on any paper. Lets you revise your paper 100 times in order to get that desired grade. He loves cats and is super chill during class!

4.0
3.0
ENGL1102
Grade: B
May 10, 2016

No tests, quizzes, or homework. Only papers and in class writing assignments. Attendance is mandatory. You can text or email him. He might take long to respond sometimes. He's hilarious, youthful, and unorthodox. His criteria is not always clear, but he gives good feedback. You can revise any paper to get your grade, but this can be discouraging.

5.0
4.0
ENGL1101
Grade: A
Jul 30, 2016
Would take again

He's a great teacher! English can be quite boring, but he keeps it interesting with funny topics and great stories. Very liberal and opinionated, but open to others opinions. Mostly in-class writing and papers. He is a tough grader, but gives great comments and allows re-submissions. I enjoyed his class and would highly recommend him.

5.0
2.0
ENG1101
Oct 27, 2016
Would take again

Great professor.. When he gives you an assignment you don't have a deadline so you can turn in your assignment whenever you would like to. He still accepts it for whatever grade you actually deserve. He also gives great detailed feedback and also gives you chances to revise your work.

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
Caring
4.0
2.0
ENGL1101
Oct 31, 2016
Would take again

AMAZING ENGLISH TEACHER! He great and gives feedback that will actually benefit you

Gives good feedback
Respected
Clear grading criteria
5.0
2.0
ENG1101
Nov 1, 2016
Would take again

Flyest Teacher Of All Time

Gives good feedback
Respected
Hilarious
4.0
3.0
ENG1101
Grade: A
Jan 10, 2017
Wouldn't take again

He doesn't have any real deadlines for the assignments and he lets you revise your papers as many times as you want but it might take a few tries to get the grade you want. His feedback is very detailed so all I did was fix exactly what he told me to and if I asked for an explanation he'll just tell me what to write. Give details when you write to!

Gives good feedback
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
4.0
2.0
ENG1101
Grade: A
Jan 10, 2017
Would take again

There were 3 assignments that required you to observe your surroundings and be very detailed. (I made mine up). There were like 3-4 in class short essays you can revise and others were just participation essays. Group work was just for participation. There was an article summary and incorporating quotes and research paper. He doesn't give A+

Gives good feedback
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
4.0
5.0
ENGL1102
May 8, 2017
Wouldn't take again

No deadline for assignments, you can turn them in whenever. Allows revisions on assignments. He takes the newest grade of revision, not the highest. He goes off topic in class a lot. Most of his assignment directions weren't clear. If you procrastinate a lot, please don't take him. He makes you work for your grades. Very tough grader!

Tough Grader
Gives good feedback
Caring
5.0
4.0
ENG1102
Grade: A
Aug 1, 2017
Would take again

Professor Burns is very talented and caring. He is a tough grader, but you can literally revise and resubmit any assignment UNLIMITED TIMES during the semester. He gives you great feedback on all assignments. I would definitely take him again!

Tough Grader
Gives good feedback
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
ENG1102
Grade: A
Aug 5, 2017
Would take again

The Best English Professor at GSU (Downtown Campus). He is very caring and gives second chances. The class wasn't hard at all, but you gotta work for it if you want an A

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
4.0
ENG1102
Grade: A+
Aug 5, 2017
Would take again

When he graded my first assignment, I got freaked out because he wrote all over my paper with different Color Inks. He is a tough grader, but he is not one of those professors who doesn't care about student's grades. Burns is very caring. You can revise any assignment as many times as you wish. This professor knows what he is doing. TAKE HIM!!!

Gives good feedback
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
4.0
ENG1102
Grade: A
Aug 8, 2017
Would take again

The Class is pretty easy, but he grades hard. If you don't end up anything above a B-, then you did not pay attention to the detail.

Tough Grader
Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
2.0
1.0
ENG1102
Grade: A+
Dec 26, 2017
Wouldn't take again

He's really unorganized and never has a solid plan for what he wants to do with his students. If you like structured classes, I wouldn't recommend him, but he does give good feedback on writing and allows unlimited revisions until you get the grade you want, so it's an easy A. He's also just a really interesting person with a cool worldview

Gives good feedback
SO MANY PAPERS
Hilarious
3.0
4.0
ENG1102
Grade: A
May 2, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Do not wait until the end of the semester to do your assignments, as he will sometimes not have your work graded as quickly as you want. Unlimited revisions but they get annoying after not getting the grade you want. He's a nice professor with an open mind, but if you want a class with structure, AVOID this professor.

Gives good feedback
Caring
2.0
3.0
ENG1102
Grade: A
May 3, 2018
Wouldn't take again

The first few weeks we did nothing and then towards the end he loaded us with lots of work saying we were behind. He is pretty lenient on when you can turn things in but he makes you rewrite everything 3-5 times to get an A. Even when you fix some mistakes he manages to find more. He is nice and approachable but often goes off topic and rambles.

Tough Grader
Gives good feedback
SO MANY PAPERS
5.0
2.0
ENG1102
Grade: A-
May 10, 2018
Would take again

DEFINITELY TAKE HIS CLASS. Literally the best English professor I've ever had. He provides way too much feedback and gives plenty of time to correct your papers so you can get the best grade possible. The due dates for the class are fairly flexible and he tries his best to make a boring class interesting and funny. He also REALLY loves his cats.

Gives good feedback
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Hilarious
5.0
2.0
ENG1102
Grade: A
May 13, 2018
Would take again

Professor Burns is the GOAT. He lets you rewrite your papers as many times you want. His due dates are really flexible. Professor Burns offers really good feedback on your papers. I would defeintly recommend taking him. ANDDDD he is soooo cute lol

Gives good feedback
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Caring
4.0
1.0
ENG1102
Grade: A
May 24, 2018
Would take again

Dr. Burns is hillarious, and i would for sure take his class again. We had 3 major essays in all, and he doesnt have set due dates for any assignments. Going to class isnt really mandatory because he doesnt take attendance, but there are in-class assignments every once in a while (but you can make them up at any time).

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
ENG1102
Grade: A
Jun 6, 2018
Would take again

Best English professor! He doesnt require you to buy the textbook and hes so kind! His humor is a bit awkward/nerdy but you will really love him. He is a tough grader but thats because hes nit picky about grammar rules. Youll definitely leave his class a better writer than you were before you came. Great professor, TAKE HIM!!

Tough Grader
Gives good feedback
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
ENG1101
Grade: B+
Nov 29, 2018
Would take again

Youll write a lot of papers throughout the semester but never more than 4 pages at a time. The topics and usually interesting and easy to write on. He lets you re-do your papers for a higher grade however many time you want. Never gives lower than a B on an assignment. Hes a very chill and understanding professor that Id highly recommend.

Tough Grader
Gives good feedback
SO MANY PAPERS
3.0
1.0
ENGL2110
Dec 11, 2018
Wouldn't take again

This class is very easy. We only had to do 6 reading responses, a midterm in class writing (which he allowed us to revise as many times as we wanted), and the final which was two easy essays.

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5.0
3.0
ENG2110
Grade: A
Dec 18, 2018
Would take again

Professor Burns is great as a person. He's super nice and understanding. Kind of funny. Though, classes are really boring, but he doesn't really care if you're not paying attention. Weekly essays that are super easy. A midterm. A final. That's it.

Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
ENG1101
Grade: A
Dec 19, 2018
Would take again

He is a wonderful professor. Allows you to turn in work as many times as it takes in order for you to get the grade you want. Very detailed in revising your work gives you plenty to work with. Some assignments are lengthy but you will almost always earn a B and its quite easy to get an A off the first revision. Great dude. Quirky.

Gives good feedback
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Hilarious
5.0
4.0
ENGL1101
Jan 11, 2019
Would take again

Hes funny

Tough Grader
Gives good feedback
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
5.0
3.0
ENG1102
Grade: A+
Mar 20, 2019
Would take again

Mr. Burns is one of my favorite professors ever. He has a great sense of humor and is super understanding that students have lives outside of class. He will let you redo papers countless times and turn stuff in late with no penalty. Not really any reading, just writing for the class. Gives lots of feedback on papers so that you can redo it well.

Gives good feedback
Hilarious
So many papers
5.0
1.0
ENG1101
Grade: A
Apr 4, 2019
Would take again

Professor Burns is hands down the greatest professor at GSU. Not only does he allow you to redo a paper as many times as you like he also has no real due dates for any papers. Doesn't make you buy the book either.

Gives good feedback
Hilarious
Caring
4.0
3.0
ENGL1103
Grade: A
Dec 30, 2019
Would take again

Dr. Burns was laid back and didn't cover much in class. However, be prepared to do a lot of revisions to get a good grade. My one frustration was that he couldn't give us a clear answer on final grades and was very scatterbrained, but it was a pretty easy class. Just be prepared to do the bulk of the work at the end, he leaves everything last min.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
So many papers
3.0
2.0
ENGLI1101
Grade: A
May 8, 2020
Wouldn't take again

He's nice, funny, goes off topic in lectures, & is a very picky grader. He lets you revise as many times to get the grade you want, but be prepared to wait weeks for a revision back from him. If you show you care about getting a good grade and put in the work- he'll give you an A. I wouldn't take him again bc I didn't learn much in his class. Easy

Accessible outside class
Tough grader
4.0
1.0
ENG1101
Grade: A
Jun 24, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Dr. Burn's class consists writing and re-doing papers. He usually goes off onto tangents during discussions, but he has a unique perspective on things and its interesting to listen to him. He doesn't require attendance or the textbook. Although he is a decent person, his class is very unorganized and it revolves arond re-doing the same 5 papers.

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
So many papers
5.0
4.0
ENGL1103
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 7, 2020
Would take again

TAKE HIM!!! There are only 5 assignments and he gives unlimited rewrites. He is probably the harshest grader I've had (even compared to AP courses in HS) but it really is worth it. It's so clear he cares for his job & really wants you to get as much as possible from the class. Essays are printed bc he hand-grades. Cutest kitties & great music taste

Gives good feedback
Graded by few things
Caring
4.0
2.0
ENG1102
Grade: A
Dec 19, 2020
Would take again

He will rip apart your papers, but in a good way. Class was a lot of talking. I took this during the pandemic and only saw him once very 2 weeks so it was kinda weird. For that reason, we didn't have a solidified schedule for assignments so I felt a little lost throughout the semester. Overall, not a bad choice. He cut out a lot of bs work.

Gives good feedback
5.0
1.0
ENGL1102
Grade: A+
Apr 6, 2021
Would take again

I strongly recommend Prof. Burns. He is really caring and is very lenient. He lets you do revisions throughout the semester so you basically choose your grade. He makes class interesting and will answer your questions in depth. He is slow at answering emails and texts, though.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Caring
2.0
3.0
ENG1102
Apr 24, 2021
Wouldn't take again

I find that Professor Burns was quite mediocre and bland. I mean he was ok, but very boring most of the time. Throughout the semester, we were never really given any deadlines and his structure would be very unorganized. He is a TOUGH and annoying grader. He allows revisions, but he checks your work throughly and leaves so many comments.

Tough grader
2.0
3.0
ENG1102
Apr 24, 2021
Wouldn't take again

While this man does give you the opportunity to revise your paper as many times as you would like, he is an EXTREMELY picky grader and will almost always find something wrong with your assignment, nobody how good you think you did. I found this quite annoying.

Tough grader
5.0
3.0
ENG1102
May 19, 2021
Would take again

Hes a really good and funny professor. You also get the chance to revise all your work for a better grade. Take him!!!

5.0
2.0
ENG1102
Grade: A
Aug 5, 2021
Would take again

Mr. Burns is very funny and curses at all. He talks about his wife, mom, and cats a lot so beware of that; also tells a lot of stories. Hes AMAZING at what he does. He makes you rewrite your papers over and over until its an A which I like. Theres a lot of corrections on papers so dont be intimidated of what you see.

Inspirational
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
ENG1102
Sep 24, 2021
Would take again

funny and very understanding. schedule is super lenient, like all the due dates are just suggestions you can literally turn stuff in just whenever

Gives good feedback
Hilarious
Tough grader
5.0
2.0
ENG1102
Grade: A-
Nov 29, 2021
Would take again

Really nice professor, easy class.

5.0
2.0
ENGL1103
Grade: A-
Dec 2, 2021
Would take again

The best English professor you could possibly imagine. Period. Your paper can have more of Robert's pen than yours and that paper could have like a B+. He gives such extremely detailed feedback that revisions are super easy, and the deadlines in his class are lax enough to where you don't need to worry when you take this class. Amazing person.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Inspirational
5.0
3.0
ENG1103
Grade: A
Jan 8, 2022
Would take again

He lets you rewrite your paper as many times as you want to, but he's a tough grader so you still have to work for the A if that's your goal. He gives the best feedback on essays that I've ever gotten. He will make you a better writer, but his class is a little unorganized bc he has flexible deadlines (which is kinda a bonus.) Overall recommend

Gives good feedback
Hilarious
Tough grader
5.0
4.0
ENGL1102
May 6, 2022
Would take again

The class was very self explanatory. Hed assign us papers to write and we had the entirety of the semester to revise them for an improved grade. During lectures hed go over details to help improve our writing as well. I will say my adhd made it hard to focus as the class involved a lot of listening.

Tough grader
Gives good feedback
Hilarious
5.0
2.0
1102
Grade: B+
Jun 6, 2022
Would take again

What a GOD. Truly one of the best human beings out there! He deeply cares about his students and wants them to learn how to communicate in this world using proper English. Don't stress in his class because you won't. He is like an English therapist. Highly recommend this Doctor of English. You'll enjoy his class without a doubt.

Participation matters
Group projects
Hilarious
5.0
2.0
ENG1102
Grade: A
Jul 30, 2022
Would take again

Really funny, but would go on tangents during lectures due to his ADHD but his class still worked out just fine. Feedback is really good and definitely take the opportunity to rewrite papers. Gives due dates but they're more recommendations, just don't get too behind. Lets you write about literally anything

Gives good feedback
Hilarious
5.0
5.0
ENG1102
Dec 14, 2022
Would take again

I loved professor Burns. I learned so much in his class and was so appreciative to have such a helpful and caring professor. He lets you revise your papers as much as possible to achieve the highest grade and hand grades everything. 10/10 English class. Super funny guy too.

Hilarious
Caring
Graded by few things
5.0
2.0
ENG1102
Grade: A
Apr 4, 2023
Would take again

Great teacher who really cares about what he is teaching. You should take his class but be ready for a few harmless rants.

Gives good feedback
Caring
5.0
2.0
1102
Grade: A
May 11, 2023
Would take again

AMAZING PROFESSOR AND PERSON! He's hilarious and goes on tangents about pretty much anything and cats. He LOVES cats. He's a harsh grader, but his feedback was constructive. He truly cared about what we wrote and only wanted to see us improve. There are no deadlines, and you can do revisions until you get your desired grade. I'll miss him!

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
2.0
1102
Grade: A
Jul 19, 2023
Would take again

You attend the class, chill with him, do your papers and submit them, go home and revise them, resubmit them until you got an A, and well, pass the class with a A - as simple as that! Besides that, he is one of the only hardworking and caring professors at GSU.

Hilarious
Caring
Accessible outside class
5.0
1.0
ENG1101
Grade: A
Aug 2, 2023
Would take again

He's SOOOO chill and gives excellent feedback. He has this grading system where you submit your paper, he grades it (let's say you get a B), and then he hands it back with comments. You can then resubmit as many times as you want and the new grade COMPLETELY replaces the previous grade. If you don't get an A, you only have yourself to blame.

Gives good feedback
Caring
Respected
5.0
2.0
ENG1102
Grade: A
Aug 27, 2023
Would take again

HE IS AWESOME!!! So empathetic and understands his students are people. No real due dates, just suggestions. He is super funny and loves his cats. Really enjoyed taking his class and learned a lot from it as well.

Hilarious
Caring
Graded by few things
5.0
2.0
ENG1102
Grade: A
Dec 20, 2023
Would take again

GOAT. quirky and his allowing of revisions and feedback is amazing for anyone that enjoys getting good grades. you have to try to not get an A in this class.

Tough grader
5.0
2.0
1102
Grade: A+
Jan 4, 2024
Would take again

He was an amazing professor who genuinely cared about his students. There are no strict deadlines for the papers we turn in, but I recommend submitting them early (it gets kind of chaotic near the end of the semester if you don't). He provides detailed feedback on papers, making it easy for you to revise them perfectly on your first try.

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
Caring
5.0
2.0
1102
Grade: A+
Jan 4, 2024
Would take again

He was an amazing professor who genuinely cared about his students. There are no strict deadlines for the papers we turn in, but I recommend submitting them early (it gets kind of chaotic near the end of the semester). He provides detailed feedback on papers, making it easy for you to revise them perfectly on your first try.

Gives good feedback
Caring
Accessible outside class
5.0
1.0
ENG1102
Grade: A+
Apr 22, 2024
Would take again

Burns is the best professor I've ever had! There are no harsh deadlines and there are multiple chances to resubmit every assignment. He gives a lot of really good feedback, so if you listen to what he says you will get an A on the second attempt. He recommends a textbook but DONT BUY IT, you will never use it. I learned a lot from this course.

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
5.0
1.0
1102
Grade: A+
May 2, 2024
Would take again

Professor Burns is awesome! He makes class time super interesting and I never got bored during it. There are no due dates for the assignments, so he gives you a ton of time to get him the work. He gives revisions for every assignment so you get multiple attempts to get an A. Attendance isn't mandatory but he gives bonus points for attending.

Gives good feedback
Caring
Respected
5.0
3.0
1102
Grade: B+
Aug 5, 2024
Would take again

Such an amazing guy who genuinely cares about what he is teaching to his students. Every other class there is a writing assignment that is graded, sometimes they're based on more serious topics, and sometimes they're very simple topics. A few big papers, but you can decide what to write it on. Overall great professor.

Hilarious
Caring
Respected
5.0
2.0
ENG1102
Grade: A
Dec 5, 2024
Would take again

A great professor cares about his students. Am not a big fan of English classes but this one was great, he gives really good and clear feedback. The feedback is extremely helpful and you can re-turn the assignment till you get the grade you want. And he also genuinely cares about his students and is a good professor and a nice person.

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
Caring
5.0
2.0
ENG1102
Grade: A
Dec 15, 2024
Would take again

Professor Burns is a real gem - super helpful, caring, and funny. He encourages revisions and gives great feedback, so it's easy to get a great grade. Unstuckstudy was a game-changer for my study prep in this class. Highly recommend!

5.0
2.0
ENG1103
Grade: A
Dec 20, 2024
Would take again

This professor genuinely wants to see you succeed so just do the work and he will be there to support you. At times the class can be a bit boring because there aren't many handwritten worksheets, but when there are papers to be written, he gives great feedback on how you can improve and gives you chances to present your best work.

Gives good feedback
Hilarious
Caring
4.0
2.0
1103
Grade: A
Dec 20, 2024
Would take again

This professor is really good with feedback on graded assignments and gives you many opportunities for you to resubmit them and improve your grade. Lectures can be a bit boring sometimes, but the work is always straightforward. Very good with answering questions. He definitely wants to see you succeed.

Tough grader
Gives good feedback
Graded by few things
3.0
2.0
1103
Grade: A+
Dec 28, 2024
Would take again

Very easy class, you MUST do the work tho and not try and bs your way through, he gives SO MUCH feedback like destroys your work, but its helpful and makes it better. BUT YAPS SO BAD!! LECTURES HAVE YOU SO DRAINED AND HAS CRAZY ADHD (he told us as he can lowk overshare)! Attendance isn't mandatory but he is very aware if youre not there yk bless up

Gives good feedback
So many papers
Accessible outside class
4.0
2.0
ENG1103
Grade: A-
Jan 15, 2025
Would take again

Robert Burns was one of the most relaxed teachers I had my freshman year. He does grade harshly, but he gives you an unlimited amount of rewrites so you can bring your grades up. Definitely a lot of writing assignments, but he give ample amount of time to finish it and turn it in. He's pretty chill, and he really tries to connect with his students.

Clear grading criteria
Caring
Accessible outside class
5.0
1.0
1102
Grade: A
May 9, 2025
Would take again

Do your work and actual think about what to write, instead of I don't know, multitask watching nonsense TikTok or Netflix

5.0
1.0
1102
Grade: A
May 10, 2025
Would take again

unlimited revisions till you get the grade you want, amazing prof, learned sm from his feedback. very kind and drops lots of random lore in class and yaps the whole time. its like a podcast in class, sometimes he gives in class assignemtns so need to go to class but do whatever, submit and revise till the grade u want

Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
5.0
3.0
1102
Grade: A
May 16, 2025
Would take again

Unlimited revision and helpful feedbacks

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
5.0
2.0
ENG1102
Grade: A
Aug 17, 2025
Would take again

Very lenient professor. He does grade strictly but he allows you to revise and submit assignments multiple times. He's also very relaxed with due dates and allows you to submit assignments any time before the semester ends. Attendance also isn't mandatory.

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
5.0
1.0
1103
Grade: A+
Dec 5, 2025
Would take again

I love this guy! He's super sweet, and you can tell he genuinely loves what he does and wants you to succeed. He's super lenient on due dates and grading, Plus, he allows unlimited revisions, and his feedback is so detailed its easy to revise. He's definitely a yapper, but I don't mind it honestly, its entertaining. Definitely recommend!

Gives good feedback
5.0
1.0
1102
Grade: A+
Dec 8, 2025
Would take again

10/10! Easy, forgiving and just good professor. By far BEST choice of prof if you need to take an english class. Hes really a funny guy and will keep you entertained. BUT he also is really great at explaining things and you get endless revisions for assignments. CHOOSE HIM!

Gives good feedback
Caring
Accessible outside class
5.0
1.0
ENGL1102
Grade: A+
Dec 10, 2025
Would take again

By far the most eccentric teacher I've had but he is truly amazing. As long as you revise your work once or twice you will get an A. He is extremely funny and it'll be the strangest yet best time in an English class by far.

5.0
2.0
1103
Grade: A+
Dec 12, 2025
Would take again

Only reason he is a tough grader is because he is very specific of what he wants but he literally lets you revise everything and tells you exactly what he wants. He is very easy to contact outside of class and he is funny!

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
5.0
1.0
ENGL1102
Grade: A
Dec 20, 2025
Would take again

He's super cool, I love the stories he would tell in class. Allows revisions so it's basically impossible to fail. He's also super understanding. Amazing professor, take him.

Tough grader
Gives good feedback
Inspirational
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