Steve is a great teacher. His classes are interesting & his take on the stories you read are informative. He encourages discussion & is very helpful outside of class as well as within it. He can be tough, bc he wants you to learn.

Professor Ersinghaus is a very dedicated and vibrant instructor. He imparts knowledge while seeking out the questions of whatever is taught, and encouraging his students to do so as well. He is fair and honest, although some, I suppose, may consider him a bit odd.

No Comments

He expects good writing because he loves to write but he's very helpful and funny.

An expert in his field. Prof. E. is not afraid to challenge his students to THINK for themselves. He's big into asking questions as a form of learning. I won't say his class is an easy A, but you will learn something valuable about writing and maybe yourself.

At first I didn't quiet understand professor E but by the end of the semester I did. Although he's tough, he's willing to discuss, change, adapt etc. Since taking his course I believe my confidence and writing skills both improved.

great teacher, cool guy

Knows everything about British Lit.

Steve is a really cool guy, and a great teacher for New Media. Him and Timmons are a great pair, kind of like the Odd Couple. I've heard they fail a lot of students, but only because they didn't do the assignments. If you just do the work, you'll be okay. I love the different style of teaching he has. Very helpful guy too.

Even Professor E can't make a silk purse from a sow's ear. Learn how to read & write first, then understanding his methods are much easier.

He's not easy. He holds his students accountable for their work. He's a really nice guy and always very helpful when you ask for feedback, probably because he loves what he teaches. His class really helped me to take myself more seriously as a writer. Very influential guy. He has a good sense of humor too, if you get his wit.

Steve's a pretty cool teacher. It's obvious he cares a lot about what he teaches and he encourages critical thought and input from students. If you don't like to answer questions out loud, don't take his class.

grate professor

So, I just completed my BS degree. I was looking back on my writings. I found my best writing after Professor E.'s class; at the time I hated the class. Now, I'm happy I worked with him to make my writing better and ACCEPT feedback. He's felxible. I graduated, picked up my saved lit book, read Death of a Salesman. Lit is cool.Thanks Prof E.

Professor Ersinghaus is the kind of teacher you see in the movies. He's tough. He grades tough. He challenges. But he's the best. He gives feedback, he forces engagement in conversation and discussion which is crucial in learning and for English majors. Ersinghaus is an amazing English teacher and he makes things exciting in the classroom!

He is funny, smart, witty, cocky, intimidating, intimidating , and interesting. He has a different teaching style, something that is "real" . He can influence you, if you understand the underline meaning of what he wants & hes kinda hot, in a way.

Not a easy teacher by any means, but if you pay attention, ask questions and do what he says you might actually learn something.

Prof. Ersinghaus is a breath of fresh air in the world of conventional teaching. He may "ruffle some feathers", but he isn't trying to inuslt, he is trying to inspire and encourage students to do their best. Think of him as an intellectual drill sergeant who will stop at nothing until you either give your best, or you give up.YOU make the decision.

If you're willing to keep up Steve is a fantastic teacher. He's a very hard grader but I honestly feel like I've learned more by taking two of his classes than in all of my other college classes put together. He's intense and he pushes you harder than you may like to be but it's way worth the feeling of accomplishment in the end.

He's great but he's tough. Ersinghaus expects his students to be able to work at college level, and he doesn't waste time bringing students below that level up to par. If you know the basics of grammar and essay writing, Ersinghaus is really helpful for the thought and writing process. If you don't know how to write correctly, try an easier teacher

Great teacher!

Great guy and awesome teacher!

He's very intelligent, and pushes his students to do better than they have before. He doesn't grade easy but don't give up and you'll improve immensely. Great teacher, great guy. Didn't feel like I was being talked down to for a change. Love him!

Going back to school at 37 was a dramatic turning point for me. Without his genuine, borderline radical way of educating students, and the enthusiasm he puts into his lectures, there is a good chance I wouldn't have the thirst for knowledge and education as I do. His class is tough. No doubt about that. In my opinion, he will never be forgotten!

If you are the type of student who wants an easy class, with an easy professor, and easy assignments don't take a class with Ersinghaus. He is a wonderful, intelligent, and fun teacher, BUT he is not your typical professor. He's different, and if you want to pass you have to SHOW UP and YOU HAVE TO PAY ATTENTION AND LISTEN.

Would absolutely take him again. You are pretty much responsible for getting your work done on your own. He is not there to babysit you. Made something boring like poetry so interesting and I found myself looking forward to class.

I took his Survey of Lit Genres course and I have to say, it was a pretty awesome course. You basically read and discuss certain passages and stories. The tests are take home, short answer, and essay-based. As long as you pay attention, take good notes, and read consistently you should pass this class.

I took literature with Steve many years ago at Tunxis. Not only is he a wonderful teacher, I can honestly say that his class changed my life- probably more than any other. Steve's enthusiasm for literature always shines through and his wry sense of humor makes his lectures fun. I highly recommend him! Ed McMahon (Tunxis Class of '99)

He is a very unique teacher. If you want an easy A, do not take his class. He is enthusiastic and intelligent but he makes you work. It is your job to get your homework/projects done, he will not push you. Overall, just show up, pay attention and study.

Good professor, he definitely made the class interesting but you absolutely need to read the material and pay attention and take notes, if you miss class often or don't read, don't take this class. I should have been a pair of ragged claws Scuttling across the floors of silent seas.

Absolutely loved Professor's Ersinghaus' Comp 2 class. It was definitely one of the most entertaining classes and professor at Tunxis. His instructions are crystal-clear and you will only fail if you skip class and don't pay attention. Got 3/3's on all of my essays. Do the work and show improvement, easy A. Considering taking more classes with him!

So smart and funny. Just do the work. He lays it all out for you on his course website. Nice guy with a lot of energy.

Profesor Ersinghaus is a good teacher and you will learn from his class. He lectures a lot generally for all of the class time and he has you write a lot of papers. If you sit in the first few rows get ready to answer questions he has some may be strange and some may be personal. He is not very clear about grading or how you can improve.

The British Literature class was heavy based on lectures, which I found intriguing. There are some papers due although a lot were 86ed from the curriculum. The Professor is definitely a tough grader and requires you know the structure of proper essay, as should be expected. Spend time reading all the materials, you will genuinely enjoy it!

I had this professor for Britt Litt 2. This professor was hilarious, if you get offended easily dont take this class. He loves to make jokes, and make lectures fun. The class in a way made no sense to me and he tends to go out of context, but overall as a person he is good. The class consisted of 3 ONLINE exams, that were easy if youre in class

Brilliant. If you enjoy reading and want to really strengthen your literary abilities - take him. I had him for Brit Lit 1&2, World Lit 1&2, and CW. I had the best time with all A's. He's even helping me with grad school apps, even though I'm not his student anymore. Go to his office and chat - this will help to better understand his expectations.

I don't understand the low rating of this professor. He is always clear about what he wants his students to do and what the test would be on. If you truly work and show interest in the subject, you'll do good. Lectures are always interesting, and his sarcastic sense of humor is hilarious. Loved it.

Didn't know what to expect when i walked into this class. Heard from others this guy is a tough professor. He actually tells you exactly what he wants, Goes over what he wants 2-3 times, and is definitely available for help if you need it. Has a great sense of humor. All he wants is for you to be BETTER than when you walked in!

I was skeptical about taking Professor Ersinghaus' comp 2 class because so many people told me he was a touch grader and that I would not pass. I experienced the opposite actually. While he is indeed a tough grader, he lays out exactly what needs to be done in order to succeed in his class. He is also funny during lectures, so that is a plus.

Professor Ersinghaus is funny and incredibly intelligent. He is a tough grader, but with good intent. He pushed me to become a better writer and thinker in the short time I had with him. I really enjoyed his lectures and personality. Anytime he went off on a tangent, he always circled it back around and applied it to the subject matter. 10/10

Before his class I dredged through my writing assignments with a sense of despair. I became a much more confident and active writer after taking his class and after accepting his tough but fair grading policies and feedback. He genuinely cares that his students improve as writers and will work with you if you take the time to work with him.