4.5

Seth Kahn

English - West Chester University of Pennsylvania

4.5
Quality
1.8
Difficulty
85%
Would Retake
84
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4.5
Quality
1.8
Difficulty
4.5
Helpful
4.4
Clarity

85%

Would Retake

84

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What Students Say

The content didn't interest me at all, however he is an excellent teacher

WRH315 - 4.0 rating

Seth is that kid with a Phd

ENG194 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

66%

Textbook Required

47%

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A+ (6)
A- (4)
Grade Distribution
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Based on 29 reported grades
A: 14
A+: 6
A-: 4
Not sure yet: 4
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Gives good feedback (15)
Caring (9)
Clear grading criteria (8)
Respected (6)
GRADED BY FEW THINGS (4)
Graded by few things (4)
Participation matters (3)
Skip class? You won't pass. (3)
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Reviews (84)
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WRT208
Feb 13, 2003

Seth is awesome. Most interesting class. Forget he's your professor cuz hes cool

5.0
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WRT208
Apr 7, 2003

He is a cool guy and is more like a friend then a professor and is real easy to talk to in that class. Wouldn't recomend if you don't like to speak up in class.

5.0
1.0
ENG368
Jun 26, 2003

He's the best English teacher I've ever had. He's a bit of a hippie. He's very easy going. You have more freedom to express you opinions.

5.0
1.0
ENGWRI
Jun 27, 2003

One of the few professors at WCU that will get you excited about learning! Teachers like this make a student want to to well because the pressure is off and you can concentrate on the subject better in a relaxed atmosphere. Take the class & enjoy !

4.0
2.0
WRI120
Jul 23, 2003

this is a writing course disguised as a political science course about diversity taught by an extreme radical left wing liberal. be prepared to write journals DAILY. Peace Man!

5.0
2.0
WRI120
Jul 31, 2003

Seth guides his students through thought processes and encourages the use of various writing styles that improves communication skills.He also makes himself available for one-to-one help.Don't be afraid to take his class.It's a great experience.~DD

5.0
1.0
WRT120
Nov 3, 2003

Seth's class is really cool. He takes the subject of English and turns it into something enjoyable and fun. Writing's with Seth, unless off topic completely, will be an easy A or B. Great class, great man. Take this course.

5.0
1.0
ENG368
Nov 5, 2003

I had Seth his first semester and he made a lasting impression. He's more of a friend than a professor when you have him, and I still to this day (2 years later) talk to him about anything. He's just that nice of a guy. TAKE HIM

5.0
1.0
WRT120
Feb 11, 2004

I had Seth my first semester at WCU, as well as his first. He was such a good Prof that I took him again, and always look to see what he is teaching so maybe I can have him again! GREAT PROFESSOR. Very Fair, honest and open to opinions.

5.0
2.0
WRT208
Mar 25, 2004

Seth is the best BEST best professor i have ever had. This is my second class with him and i hope to have more. He is very open minded and interested in what you have to say.

5.0
1.0
WRT120
Mar 29, 2004

This is one the best teachers i've had at WCU. He makes you feel like you're on the same level and lets everyone have a chance to speak their mind. I also love the "question of the day"

5.0
2.0
PROTESTWR
Mar 31, 2004

Awesome teacher. Seth is very open minded to every opinion, and encourages you to speak your mind, even if he disagrees. If you have a big mouth you will look forward to his class. His class isn't hard, but will encourage you to think more. recomended

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WRT208
May 3, 2004

Seth is the man. I had him last semester and like him so much I took him again. Seth is very cool and open minded, and the question of the day rules. Definitely recommended.

5.0
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WRT120
May 13, 2004

class was fun, seth did not care if we would disagree with him about anything. we wrote two papers with three drafts of each. he would encourage us to try new writing styles in our differeent drafts. class was very laid back

5.0
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WRT208
Aug 6, 2004

he keeps his students enthralled.

2.0
3.0
WRT204
Grade: A-
Dec 29, 2004

He's boring. I hated going to his class every morning and his voice annoyed me.

5.0
1.0
WRT204
Mar 2, 2005

Like Jeff Lebowski, Seth is The Dude. You can talk to him about anything. He is very open minded, just don't mention, Dave Matthews Band, Hootie and the Blowfish, or the Grateful Dead in front of him. you could talk non-stop on any topic. HE IS THE MAN! HE RULES!!!!If you get his class, TAKE IT! FUN

5.0
2.0
WRT120
Mar 6, 2005

WRT is a required course and Seth Kahn is a MUST-TAKE PROFESSOR! TAKE HIS CLASS WITHOUT HESITATION BEFORE HIS ENROLLMENT FILLS UP___ 'nuff said...

5.0
1.0
ENG358
Apr 22, 2005

I had Seth for Business and Organizational Writing. For a writing emphasis course it could not be more of a cake class. It is a MWF class and I usually skip twice a week. He could care less, you can turn in work when you get it done. Great man, great class. TAKE HIM!!

5.0
1.0
ENG358
Apr 23, 2005

Amazing guy. Remember when college was your responsibility, with no attendance policy? That is what Seth does, and you learn. I missed 4-7 times and definitely learned from him.

5.0
1.0
BUSORGWRT
Aug 2, 2005

Stereotypical hippie college prof. he's a really nice, mellow guy. Class gets harder to go as the semester goes on because it tends to drag and he doens't take attendance. Just do the papers and turn in your portfolio and you're fine.

5.0
1.0
WRT208
Grade: B
Oct 19, 2005

awesome teacher. doesn't act superior and is very intelligent. he'll do what he can to help you out and is very laid back. one of the best professors i've had

5.0
2.0
WRT120
Oct 28, 2005

He's really wierd but after a while u get used to it. He's funny but he can get annoying. O and his teaching method is rele odd

5.0
2.0
WRT208
Nov 9, 2005

I love this guy!!! Awesome professor, the papers are interesting if you pick a good topic off the bat. Fair grader. I recomend taking him for sure.

5.0
2.0
WRT208
Jan 25, 2006

Great guy, seemed genuinely concerned about the students. Alot of writing because it's a very involved class.

3.0
1.0
LIT165
May 26, 2006

This was my second attempt at this class. The first time I failed but when I took it with Seth, I got an A-. Towards the end, I never went to class. Our grades were literally 2 papers and 3 little easy papers worth 10 pts. Great guy!!

5.0
1.0
WRT208
May 31, 2006

Seth is a refreshing change from your typical writing professor. He somehow manages to make a research project enjoyable and stimulating, and takes a sincere approach to writing, one that focuses less on mechanics and diction and more on content and relevancy. I would definitely recommend Seth.

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WRT120
Jul 25, 2006

Seth's cool. Im taking summer 2 with him and we're only writing one paper, just critiquing it every week. His class is kind of boring, but really easy.

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CLS168
Jan 17, 2007

Kahn is a madman, watch out! He's an off the wall, "hippie like" PhD determined to help we, the student body, learn outside of conventional methodology. I found Kahn both engaging and well spoken. His classes can be boring, but often this is due to the subject material. I enjoyed him as a teacher.

5.0
3.0
PUBLISPHE
Mar 14, 2007

Seth is the man! He took a class which I thought was going to be boring and made it fun. We could do a presentation on anything we wanted, usually I BS my way through English classes, however, I found a topic I really liked, and he enjoyed it with me. I WOULD take him anyday, hes one of the few good teachers @ WCU! Not the easiest/not the hardest A

5.0
2.0
ENG194
Jan 4, 2008

Just what everybody else said...good, fun teacher. For the papers he lets you pretty much pick your topic and angle, as long as you can support your argument, which is pretty sweet. Always in his office hours & if you can't make his hours, he's always willing to work around your schedule. Check to see if the books are in the library before you buy.

5.0
3.0
WRT202
Sep 24, 2008

seth is awesome! i love his class very chill and easy going, yet interesting! --i think he's handsome :)

5.0
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WRT205
Apr 23, 2009

I hate writing but i really enjoyed this class. Seth is a really cool teacher and understands that we have other classes besides his. He was extremely helpful with our papers.

5.0
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WRT120
Jul 21, 2009

He was an awesome professor! I hated writing and he made it so interesting and let us write papers that intrest us. I wish he would've have taught wrt-200.

4.0
2.0
ENGQ20
Aug 26, 2009

Seth was really nice. Really cares about his students and tries to get and know each and everyone. Makes class fun with ice breakers everyday at the start of class. Lets you write just about anything you want.

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WRTANY
Feb 19, 2010

the reason i love seth is because he lets us focus more on content, creativity and substance in our writing... rather than grammer and proper citations and all that crap. he allows for total self expression.

4.0
1.0
WRT208
May 5, 2010

I have mixed feelings about Seth. He is very laid-back, which can be good or bad, depending on your personality. If you are type A and need guidlines, stay away from him. His class is very laid-back, which is somewhat nice but can be awkward. Overall, the class was definitely not what I expected.

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3.0
WRT208
Jun 23, 2010

Seth is a real laid back professor. He doesnt really pay that much attention to attendance as he lets on because I was absent quite a few times. Class is a circle discussion. Each of the three papers you will write you are able to combine into your final paper and they are all on the same topic. Take this class!!

5.0
2.0
WRT208
Dec 29, 2010

I took this class at 8AM and still loved it! The assignments seem difficult at first but once you pick your topic and learn so much about it, you want to do the work. Everything makes sense once you hand in your final project :). Seth is a great guy who has a lot of very interesting points that really open up your eyes.

3.0
3.0
WRT208
Apr 26, 2011

You write the same paper all year so it can be a little boring. Says the class is big on attendance and class discussion but the only one that ever seemed to talk was him. Rude a few times to people who stated their opinion. Not a hard class at all.

3.0
1.0
WRTALL
Apr 27, 2011

I had a night class this semester and some classes were so boring. Glad the semester is over.

3.0
2.0
WRT200
Nov 10, 2011

Easy that was the only reason i took it. Unclear with material at times. Can be belittling in class.

4.0
2.0
WRT205
Nov 29, 2011

Seth is a fantastic teacher. He really is helpful. Some people can take him differently. He has dry Humor that some people do not get or find funny but I do. He is enthusiastic, a good grader. He lets you re do work if you did bad. If I had the option to take Seth for my other classes. I would 100% have him for all them. :)

3.0
3.0
ENG194
Feb 2, 2012

Seth is awesome! He is really laid back but keeps you on your toes, he has a really dry sense of humor which everyone in class find hysterical! Take his class!

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ENG194
Apr 22, 2012

I really like Seth. He can be sort of deceptive, because the class overall is really easy, but he grades pretty hard. You just have to read and go to class and talk about it, and you only write 3 papers, no tests. But like I said, he's a bit of a tough grader. Still recommend him!

5.0
1.0
ENG194
Mar 25, 2013

Great professor. No tests, just 3 papers throughout the whole semesters. There were informal writing assignments too, but these were very easy. Very helpful if something is unclear; always at office hours and doesn't mind spending time to make sure his students understand the assignments and their grades

5.0
1.0
ENG194
May 10, 2013

Great prof, easy to get an A, but makes to think. Good discussions in class, but I understand why some people think he is confusing or "belittling"...he isn't, just the personality I think. Great class!!

4.0
2.0
WRH315
Jun 4, 2013

Dr. Kahn is not for everyone. His sense of humor is a tad weird and his feedback tends to be a bit "snarky". The content didn't interest me at all, however he is an excellent teacher.

5.0
1.0
ENG194
Grade: A
Aug 19, 2013

You know that kid in class who only wears shirts Sex Pistols shirts and tries as hard as possible to be contradictory? Seth is that kid with a Phd. He's snarky as can be, and it's really up to you to decide if that's a good thing. It's hard to know what he wants out of you in discussions, but he gives the best feedback on essays I've ever gotten.

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ENG194
Jan 19, 2014

Super nice guy, though he can be snarky sometimes (but he knows it and usually apologizes in advance if he knows people may be insulted). His papers were thought provoking. He also does everything via email/Google Drive in terms of assignments. I'd take him again if the chance comes along.

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2.0
WRT120
May 8, 2014

Seth is an awesome teacher! Have him look over your papers before turning them in, you will get a better grade. very nice guy! take this class

5.0
2.0
WRT205
Grade: A+
Apr 27, 2015

don't think twice about it -- TAKE HIS CLASS!

3.0
2.0
ENG215
May 23, 2015

Seth likes to hear himself talk. He rambled A LOT during class; I learned virtually nothing and can hardly tell you what the class was about (I know what it was SUPPOSED to be about, I just don't know what it actually WAS about). However, I will say he's an easy A if you show up and complete assignments to the best of your ability.

5.0
1.0
WRT120
Sep 28, 2015

He understands the fact that this class is only a gen ed and really only wants the best for his students. He is the most personable professor that I have and really only wants to see his students succeed. Hopefully I can take another of his classes in the future!

5.0
1.0
WRT120
Grade: A+
Nov 18, 2015

Amazing teacher, very thought provoking. He makes the class very easy but if you work at the class your writing will improve immensely. If you want an easy A take his class! There are very few assignments, no tests, and few readings that you don't necessarily have to read. It's a hard class to fail, unless you don't show up.

5.0
1.0
WRT120
Grade: A
Dec 14, 2015

Such an awesome guy! He knows it's just a gen-ed class, and really helps students who struggle. No tests, and only five essays total. Really easy with grading, and his sense of humor really makes the class go fast. Would definitely take again!

5.0
1.0
WRT120
Grade: A+
Apr 19, 2016

AMAZING

4.0
2.0
WRT208
May 2, 2016

Seth is super cool and easygoing. This class is based on one big research assignment, and he cancels classes for a total of like three or four weeks during the semester for you to use as out of class work-time on this project. Interesting class that I learned something from and taught by a cool prof.

4.0
2.0
WRT208
Grade: A+
Jun 1, 2016
Would take again

Seth was a really good professor! He gives you one big paper and little assignments revolving around your same topic. As long as you do the work and follow his directions, you'll pass. He also cancels class for like 2 weeks straight which is awesome. Easy A.

5.0
2.0
WRT120
Grade: A
Dec 17, 2016
Would take again

This man is a savage, he gives 2 big papers and a few small assignments to boost grade. Classes are always fun. He wants you to succeed and he is a very generous grader. Theres not much else to say, if you have him you in for a good time.

Gives good feedback
Hilarious
Caring
4.0
2.0
WRT120
Grade: A
Dec 23, 2016
Would take again

Seth is an easy class, he even says so himself. If you ask him to review a paper he will. He says how no one ever comes to his office hours. There aren't a lot of graded assignments so don't miss them (THERE EASY) He rambles a lot in class, and it gets annoying, but do all his assignments and you'll be fine

Gives good feedback
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
4.0
2.0
WRT208
Feb 21, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Meh. A few weeks into class I'm over him. He's kind of confusing, doesn't really make his assignments/expectations clear. Attendance matters. Class should be easy, he isn't really into grammar as much as he is with your thoughts.

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
4.0
2.0
WRT208
Grade: Not sure yet
Mar 15, 2017
Would take again

Seth is a good man. He does care, but he's not the clearest about his expectations for each project. Be sure to pay attention, because he hates when people zone out. The class revolves around a couple research projects, which you need to keep on top of. But if you need one more WRT class, Seth is a good choice.

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Skip class? You won't pass.
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4.0
1.0
WRT208
Apr 25, 2017
Would take again

Two weeks left of class, and I'm still trying to figure out if I like him or not. The class its self is pretty easy. So far I've written two papers (both extremely easy) and a bibliography. We just have one big project at the end of the semester.

GRADED BY FEW THINGS
Caring
4.0
2.0
WRT208
Grade: A
May 9, 2017
Would take again

Seth is truly a great guy, he is really there to help you and work with you in any way. He gives you one paper extension throughout the year but I didn't even use it because he gives you ample time for relatively small assignments. He's very funny and friendly and 100% recommend him. If you do the work he's an easy grader and I ended with an A.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Clear grading criteria
5.0
2.0
WRT205
Grade: A
Jan 22, 2018
Would take again

Seth is such an awesome guy. He genuinely cares about you and he wants you to succeed in your writing. I enjoyed having Seth as a professor. As long as you show up and try your best on your assignments, you will get an A. He is a very easy grader.

Gives good feedback
Respected
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
5.0
2.0
ENG215
Grade: A+
May 8, 2018
Would take again

Seth is literally the only professor I have cared enough to rate on here. I think he deserves a 5 star rating. He cares about his students and not only demonstrates that in class, but does what he can outside of classes as well. It's easy to tell that this is his passion. If I wasn't graduating, I would take more of his classes just for fun.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Caring
4.0
2.0
WRI120
Grade: A
Oct 11, 2018
Would take again

Seth is awesome. His assignments are entertaining and he gives great feedback

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Hilarious
5.0
1.0
WRT120
Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 29, 2018
Would take again

Makes class interesting and genuinely cares about his students doing well. If you want to learn something about writing and get a good grade, take this class. Would take him again if I could.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
5.0
1.0
WRT120
Grade: A
Dec 12, 2018
Would take again

Seth is one of the most easygoing professors. He really cares about his students succeeding and goes out of his way to make sure you learn something. I loved his class, although it was a bit boring at times, it was an easy A and I was able to learn something from it.

Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
Caring
5.0
1.0
WRT208
Sep 27, 2019
Would take again

Such a nice guy. A very low stress class!! A good choice for a writing research course. As long as you do your work you will get a good grade and you will have so much time to complete your assignments. You will learn valuable tips for researching.

Caring
3.0
2.0
WRT208
Grade: A
Dec 13, 2019
Wouldn't take again

His class is structured in a way that gives the students a lot of freedom. He is a quirky guy and his lectures can sometimes be unclear and awkward. The papers we had to do weren't that difficult and his course outline was very helpful. Overall, he's a decent professor.

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
Lecture heavy
3.0
1.0
WRT208
Feb 18, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Currently taking and the class is extremely easy but he sucks as a professor. I've turned in 3 things and have not gotten any grades back yet. He doesn't use D2L which sucks, I hate teachers that don't use it because they're too good for it, like what? Like I think I'm going to get an A, but I don't really know because he doesn't grade.

5.0
1.0
WRT208
Grade: A+
Nov 10, 2021
Would take again

Dr. Kahn is a great guy. He is extremely flexible with deadlines and doesnt ask much of you. If you turn in your things and do what is asked, youll get an A. He makes it so a lot of classes are optional to go in and work on projects, and he respects your time and privacy. Great dude, my favorite professor.

Accessible outside class
Graded by few things
Caring
5.0
2.0
WRT120
Grade: A-
Dec 8, 2021
Would take again

He's very flexible with time and extra credit.

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
WRT208
Grade: A
Dec 22, 2021
Would take again

Dr. Kahn is a very understanding person and will encourage you to not come to class if you're tired or need to take care of your mental health. He does talk a lot though. He also takes very long to grade things, but he isn't strict on deadlines if you need an extension. Very very easy grader. The most chill professor probably.

Respected
Graded by few things
Caring
5.0
5.0
ENG400
Grade: A
Jan 15, 2022
Would take again

Dr. Kahn expects you to do a lot of work for his class, but he is extremely approachable and willing to help if need be. There is a ton of reading and the culmination of the class is a long paper, but he is very helpful along the way. Great guy who cares about everyone

Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
Caring
5.0
2.0
WRT208
Grade: A-
Jan 24, 2022
Would take again

super chill guy and really cares about his students

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Clear grading criteria
4.0
2.0
ENG202
Grade: A
Dec 19, 2023

I didn't personally find myself too engaged within lectures due to the way they were presented (i.e. large group discussions, rather than presentations + discussions), but I cannot be too picky. However, he gave extremely good feedback with papers, and this allowed me to apply it realistically to writing research and understanding research methods.

Participation matters
Gives good feedback
Graded by few things
5.0
1.0
ENG202
Grade: A
Dec 27, 2023
Would take again

For as much as I hated this class I really respected Dr. Kahn. I genuinely don't think I learned much, but as the class is unavoidable for English majors he's a good person to take it with.

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
Graded by few things
3.0
2.0
WRT208
Grade: Not sure yet
Mar 28, 2024
Would take again

Professor Kahn is a nice guy. He is very approachable and is willing to help. He is clear on his assignments and grading system. He gives you a good amount of time to finish papers, there are a lot of discussion questions, textbook is a small book less then $10. Peer reviews on papers, book readings and summaries, long lecture, and research work.

Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
5.0
1.0
WRT120
Grade: A-
Dec 11, 2024
Would take again

amazing, you could pass this class w/o putting in any effort. Provides good feedback. Would take again!!

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
Respected
5.0
1.0
wrh335
Grade: A
May 7, 2025
Would take again

This was the third class I have taken with Dr. Kahn and it's for good reason. He is truly the sweetest and most caring professor I have ever met. He cares about his students on such a deep level you can tell he's a passionate professor. I think his awkward nature hides his true intelligence for a lot of people. don't doubt this guy! (easy grader!)

Get ready to read
Caring
Respected
5.0
2.0
WRI120
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 9, 2025
Would take again

Kahn is one of my favorite professors. He makes things easy and understandable. He is super sweet and cares about his students and their busy schedules outside of his class. Not a harsh grader and accepts late work and extends assignments on multiple occasions. Take him if you have to take effective writing or any writing; he is a great professor.

Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

66%

Textbook Required

47%

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95% confidence
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A- (4)
Grade Distribution
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Based on 29 reported grades
A: 14
A+: 6
A-: 4
Not sure yet: 4
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