This is an easy A if you're the least bit science minded. Full credit for homework just for turning it in on time. Tests are multiple choice and very easy if you've read the book and done the homework. Only basic algebra needed to pass this course.

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This guy is freakin' hard. I wouldn't recommend him if you don't give a rat's ass about Astronomy. He wants you to conceptualize it too much. For people who are just bookies and only need this class to get their degree--don't take this class.

I really enjoyed this course, but I can see how those who are not so science-minded would have difficulties comprehending the material. If you are not interested in physics or astronomy, then do not take this class! His lectures are thorough and his tests are easy A's IF you do the homework and rea

Very good lectures. Best not to try and answer questions. Somewhat difficult. Amazing class.

Physics is a difficult subject, but this class is all about learning and understanding concepts without much math,unlike the math based physics. This class is not a difficult class and its also not an easy class,as long as you read,understand,and apply the concepts you'll do well.

Keep your mouth shut and it helps if you know a little about Astronomy. I got a "B" and I didn't even try. Not a bad class. I enjoyed it.

tough but good. he does make students feel stupid when they ask questions, but i actually liked him alot. hes pretty funny

always makes things very clear. and tries everything to help you understand

Interesting class, lots of notes and homework, tests are kind of hard. All and all I learned a lot from him.

Might be too into Astronomy for his own good--but I guess that isn't a bad thing either. He definately knew his material and didn't even have to read the book. Half of the class failed ALL of the test. I happened to be the one who actually passed all my test. He gives test results on the board after the tests are graded. Tip of advice: STUDY!

Great teacher. If you're interested in astronomy, this is the class to take. tests are easy- if you know your stuff you just have to think about it and not actually calculate anything. He does talk down to students, but in his defense, look at the students he has to deal with.

i took Astronomy 1A. it is definately not a class that you can hope to do well on without touching the book, but all the tested material is presented in class. he challenges students to do well at an intellectual level and i found most of his lecturing to be interesting. and above that, the concepts presented in the course are truly interesting.

Yes he does come off as a jerk in many ways, but he will help students according to their interests. His lectures are intriguing and he can be funny.

HE's a great professor...he may pick on people but that?s because they were dumb and probably asked a stupid question..the class was easy too, if you just wrote down the notes and studied!

Yeah i guess he does "make fun" of students, but only the stupid ones that ask something that was barely answered by him or another student. Gives a lot of hw but it helps when the tests come around. he def knows his stuff.. great teacher

he's a really good teacher and made really hard concepts easier to visualize. he is hard though and expects you to pay attention. he was never mean unless people fell asleep in his class i'd recommend him

Boring class, but it's astronomy, what do you expect. He can be a jerk sometimes if you give a wrong answer. Seems to think beginners should already know the material. He does offer help and with his grading system, it's impossible to fail.

Wow, Blair must have changed since when I took him years ago. It's tough to pay attention in the Planetarium with reclining seats and all the lights off, but he wasn't terribly hard. I enjoyed the lectures. All you have to do is try and he will see that and make sure you understand. Astronomy is not that hard,the math sucks,but still not that hard.

Blair Rocks. He will add anyone because he knows all of the slackers will drop, and if they don't, then they will definately fail. The material is tough, but the class is not hard to pass just do not be an idiot and pay attention. Don't expect to just sit back and watch the star machine because it will not happen. Not a class for the weak.

Blair is awesome! Even though his tests are on the tough side, this class is very passable. If you show even the slightest amount of effort in that class, he will stick around and help you and make sure you understand the material. He's an overall great teacher, and I recommend him.

Blair rocks! His class was awesome and he is an amazing teacher! Though the subject is very hard to comprehend Blair makes it fun and enjoyable. He is a down to earth guy and a helpful adviser. Thankx for the fun times and the knowledge Blair!!!

Mr. Blair is very straight-forward with the material, very clear and draws examples. Tests are not easy but multiple choice. He expects you to know the material after reading it, so if you ask a question he makes you feel stupid. Your really on your own in this class... Don't take it if your not going to do the homework.

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This class was interesting, but difficult. Blair is very interested in astronomy& he gets excited about lectures. He takes attendance every day. Tests are very difficult. The chairs can recline, but you end up sitting very close to other people. If you don't know the answer, it's better to keep your mouth shut. But over all, he is a good teacher.

I took this class a couple of years ago. I highly enjoyed the class. I highly recommend him to all! He knows his material very well, and has a passion to teach the subject to the students. I especially enjoyed the star parties. Very fun class.

I can look at the moon and tell you what time it is. Attend all the classes, do all the homework, study hard for quizzes/test, do E.C.! This is not astrology! If you feel pulled by the full moon, good luck proving it! Only serious students need apply. Knows astronomy inside-out. The universe is awe-inspiring.

He is a very good teacher, and he knows his stuff. He explains everything really well. Just keep up will all the homework, and you will do well. Also, the tests and quizzes are hard. Overall, It's a hard class, but extra credit can boost the grade up. I recommend this teacher.

He is a great teacher!! Knows material inside and out! he is hard but fair, study come to class and take good notes and you'll pass!

Its a hard class, but his lectures are good. they keep you interested. come to class and do the homework and you'll pass.

he's a good teacher, he knows what he's doing. he explains everything really well. for this class you have to read the book and do the homework. the tests are pretty hard and there are a lot of quizzes... so study! he's pretty funny but sometimes he can be mean at students who ask questions and dont really understand.

Blair is a very good teacher and is very knowledgeable in his fields of study. Pay attention, you can learn a lot from him.

Yes, Blair can sometimes be a pompous jerk, but I still learn a lot from the class. He explains things very well, and makes the class interesting. He cuts up with the students and some people take it as him insulting them, but it's just the way he is. I would recommend him.

He's awesome. You'll never look at the sky in the same way again without thinking the sun is green or telling time based on the moon's phases and position.

He is definitely my favorite teacher. The work is hard sometimes, but that's obvious; it's an astronomy class. Professor Blair makes it fun and interesting. His style is intense, and you have to really BE there to understand. I would take more classes with Scot Blair.

I can't put into words how frustrated this course made me. If you want an A you cannot miss his lectures, must complete all your homework, and study a lot! I am left indifferent about this teacher, he can be a jerk, but he is tolerable. If you don't know the answer, it's best to keep quiet. I got an A.

He is so funny! He likes kids to apply what you"ve learned instead of being a book worm and just remembering it all and then throwing it out the next day.. For sure I would take 1A again and im going to take to take 1b!

his an cool guy and pretty funny as well... it's a hard class and i need to retake it again... REALLY STUDY THE BOOK AND NOTES HE GIVES... Don't take him in the morning at 8:45am since it's early and sometimes the class is boring and making you want to sleep! Take him in the afternoon like i am this time! Go to him for help!

He was a really cool guy. I enjoyed his class a lot, but this might have been because I was interested in the subject before I took it. You must go everyday if you want to get an A; tests are heavily reliant on lectures.

Mr Blair really knows his stuff, makes everything interesting, and he's really funny.

I really enjoyed his class. His tests are hard, but I've learned a lot from him. He's funny and he explains very well. Read the book and you'll be well prepared for his lecture, almost everything he says comes straight out of the book.

He is a very knowledgeable teacher and cares about his students learning, but his quizzes and tests are made up of what seems to be trick questions; definitely good to remember more than definitions. This class is not easy, it requires a lot of studying.

Difficult class if you don't put in the time.

Good guy. He moves very quickly through his material so if you have questions ASK and he will definitly help. He's kind of a smart alleck in class, but if you get with him one-on-one he'll do what he can to make sure you understand the material.

Blair is hilarious. If you don't take his humor seriously you'll realize that he knows a lot about the subject and he basically is the textbook. Listen, take notes, read and you should be able to pass.

Professor is great as long as there are not rude, disrespectful, immature students interrupting the class. I was surprised that there is some math involved. I do not recommend to take in winter or summer term.

Good guy, who is clear as crystal. He can be a little boring but he knows what he is talking about. He doesn't seem to tolerate those who don't care. He's a fine looking man...in a Tom Selleck way. haha

This guys the best. If you really want to learn about astronomy, this is the professor you want to take. His lecture is super interesting, and if you do the home work the tests and quizzes are a breeze. Take this dude.

Best Astronomy teacher I could ask for. He is extremely clear, which is why I never had any questions in class. He does go by the text a lot. Your grade will reflect how much time you spent studying the book. If you're not interested in Astronomy then you might not like this class. Homework isn't too much and he is funny. I would def take him again

Funny is one thing I can say. He does quizzes after ever chapter so be prepared and he does explain everything very easily and if you just pay attention and show up it's a breeze. Definitely recommend this professor. He knows his stuff. Tests are fairly easy around 50 questions which are from notes or textbook. Best teacher I've had so far.

Very cool guy and knows what he's teaching. Do the work and read and the test will come naturally. Make sure to ask about difficult things and he'll do his best to clarify. Actually made me interested in physics. Highly recommended.

He's freaking FANTASTIC! Make sure you do all of the homework and study! Tests are easier than quizzes. Highly intelligent and makes me laugh every class! Very attractive as well ;)

Great and challenging teacher. My friend and I came up with so many inside jokes in that class. He goes a little fast sometimes, but if you pay attention to the textbook and take notes you'll be fine. Brilliant mind.

He is a really good teacher, and knows what he's talking about. It's a hard subject, but if you pay attention in class, take notes, and study it shouldn't be to hard. You must be interested in the subject or else you will get bored probably. It was a fun class, and I learned a lot.

He was an amazing teacher, I went into the class with a vague understanding of the universe and this class changed my whole perspective on everything. He really knows what he is talking about and makes the lectures easy to comprehend and fun. I plan on taking another course from this teacher at some point in the future.

BEST PROFESSOR EVER. He explains everything clearly and uses real world examples. His entire lecture is based on the book, and attendance is mandatory. He's kinda hot too, in a weird authoritative figure kinda way!!:)

Difficult topic to understand but he makes everything clear. Take notes, read the book, do the homework and passing is no problem.

A great teacher. Makes the class intereasting and fun. Highly reccomended.

You're gonna leave Blair's class feeling like an expert on all things astronomy. He's that good.

Great teacher very nice knows his stuff very straight forward recommend him to everyone so glad i took his class

Definitely one of best Physics Prof's at rcc, cares about his students and wants them to succeed, tests and quizs aren't hard just pay attention in lecture and you'll do just fine. He's not easy A but if you put in the work it shouldn't be too hard to attain a good grade

His tests and quizzes are based off of lecture. You will only use the book to study and to do homework. His tests are harder than you might anticipate. Word of advice: Don't answer questions in class. He will knock you down if you don't word it exactly how he wants it. Overall, not bad, but a semi-tough class.

Professor Blair, is extremely hard!He goes relatively fast in lecture. In class, he was pretty rude at times, other times he seemed in a good mood. If you go to his office hours he is such a nice guy willing to help. Take him but tread very, very lightly. Don't come to class thinking you know it all, he will crush that confidence asap!

All I gotta say is KNOW HOW YOU KNOW. He can make you feel very stupid at times so if you're gonna answer something make sure you're 100% you know how you know or else prepare to be humiliated. Thats why I stayed quiet most of the time :) The class is NOT hard if you STUDY, whats on the quizzes is kinda up in the air but the midterms/final is EASY

DO THE EXTRA CREDIT. It will make a huge difference, it bumped me up from a C+ to a B! I cannot stress how much studying is important in this class. Treat a quiz like midterm and you'll be fine

This guy is such a great teacher but all I gotta say is "KNOW HOW YOU KNOW" He will make you look like an idiot if you try to sound all smart n what not. Which I think is funny. Straight forward teacher and class, attend and do the work, very passable class. Taking him for physics!

Fun class if you like stars and stuff. Got a B in his summer session and I really didn't study that much. If you study hard you can get an A easily. If you aren't smart, then it might be hard for you. Just study, and you'll be fine.

really great professor. definitely intimidating but extremely helpful and extremely intelligent. the class requires a lot of work but the more you put in the more your grade shows it. really a sweet man and a life-changing class. take him!

IDK where to start. You really have to be interested in AST to take his class. He's a tough grader, like everyone else says; make sure you know the answer and how you know, never guess. I took him over the summer,it's rough. You have quizzes after each chapter, then test on 4 different chapters at once. I will say be prepared to work your ass off

Most awesome teacher ever. Very helpful and you learn a lot. Tests are pretty straight forward. Very Funny. HW is pretty easy. Quizzes for each chapter. Star gazing trip (if interested). KNOW HOW YOU KNOW! Will put you in the hot seat if you don't say what you mean. This is to help you though and to get your statement to be correct. TAKE HIM :)

Professor Blair really is an excellent professor when he gets into a particular subject. A lot of content is clear and he makes us learn "how" we know, instead of just assuming something is correct. And if you ask him after class he is pretty good at breaking down any question you might have about the subject.

If you want to learn, take his class! I got an A, and only tolerated this subject because he was so passionate about it. I ended up liking it way more than I thought I would.

This class was definitely harder than I thought it was going to be! You learn the basic principles of physics and a few scientific formulas. The best advice I can give you is to pay close attention to lectures and take good notes. All his tests are based on his lectures.

I learned so much about physics, this was a great class. Yes it is a bit hard but of you read the mandatory text, do all the homework and study, it is not too bad. Great lecturer, keeps you attention for the whole time period,but material gets confusing at times

Great enthusastic person. He is one of the best teachers I have had. He makes physics even more interesting. He teaches you about life and all those childhood mysterious. We grow up and we never really ask why things are the way they are and why things work in the patterns they do, but in this class you learn how to ask those questions.

I took his intro to physics class in the summer and he's such a great professor. It was a morning class but I looked forward to it because he's hilarious. He's very thorough when it comes to notes and tells you when something is important. He also takes time to go over homework in class so be wise and ask questions, it helps a lot. Would recommend.

Blair is really one of those people that will make you THINK about any situation. He really goes by how the Universe acts the way it does. You don't want to miss a class. Fun class. DON'T fall behind! The class is Conceptual physics so be ready to apply some common sense. Explain how you know. Exams are based on explaining yourself thoroughly.

Prof Blair is an outstanding teacher and great lecturer. I liked his teaching style and it worked well for me. You will work very hard in this class and you need to know your stuff--he randomly calls on students w/ questions. I also took him for Intro-Astronomy and Intro-Stars and he was excellent for those classes too. Mandatory attendance.

absolutely awesome! gives really good examples & diagrams in his lecture, makes it really interesting. he'll meet with you outside of class to help and is super funny too. he can be rude sometimes, if someone does something he doesnt like. Be prepared to work for a good grade and wrap your head around some hard concepts to be able to finish the HW

He's funny and has very clear, understandable lectures. *Don't skip lecture* He will drop you. Be present and take notes, you'll easily pass. He writes all the notes *in test specific phrasing* across several boards, so you have a long time to write whatever he does. Also, he draws diagrams to help explain and keep content clear. He's helpful too!

Professor Blair is not everyone's cup of tea, his manner is more akin to a shop teacher than one might expect from a science teacher. Solid instructor, very approachable and he was able to accommodate a medical emergency I had during the semester. He keeps what can be a fairly dry subject at times fun and interesting. Highly recommended!