The best aspect of the course was the professor whose wonderful teaching style created a fun environment for students to learn and be creative. Students loved the readings, class discussions and helpful feedback they received on their assignments. The worst aspect of the course was the lengthy class time, as it was sometimes overwhelming for the students. The course could improve if the students had extra feedback on their work and more suggestions or techniques for writing. Prospective students should know that this course real y teaches them to write fiction while expressing their own creativity. Students highly recommended this course and the professor.

The best aspects of this course included the class discussions, workshop critiques, and helpful feedback from the professor. The professor provided an interactive and open atmosphere for students to really learn about their writing. The worst aspects of the course included the outside readings, which students rarely found interesting, and the limited number of writing assignments that were given. The course would improve if the reading and literary components of the course could be more intertwined with the writing assignments so that they could be more relevant to the class. Prospective students should know that this is a discussion and workshop based course. There is quite a lot of reading and writing to do, but students wil find the course fun and insightful.

The best aspects of this course included the class discussions, workshop critiques, and helpful feedback from the professor. The professor provided an interactive and open atmosphere for students to really learn about their writing. The worst aspects of the course included the outside readings, which students rarely found interesting, and the limited number of writing assignments that were given. The course would improve if the reading and literary components of the course could be more intertwined with the writing assignments so that they could be more relevant to the class. Prospective students should know that this is a discussion and workshop based course. There is quite a lot of reading and writing to do, but students wil find the course fun and insightful.

The best aspects of this course included the breadth of reading materials, which students found to be both interesting and informative. However, many students found that the uncertain due dates and response requirements made it difficult to anticipate what the professor wanted, and when. Suggestions for improvement included guided class discussions, set due dates for papers, and more structure in the course overall. Prospective students are advised that this course has a strong emphasis on improving one’s writing skills rather than caring about the grade.

The best aspects of this course included the small class size that lead to intimate discussions of works within a workshop setting. The professor was very good in guiding discussions and keeping the class interesting. However, students actual y found the workload too light, and wanted more opportunities to write and turn in their own works. Suggestions for improvement included meeting more often to increase the workshop sessions, to perhaps meeting twice a week. Students also wanted additional opportunities to write and receive feedback. Prospective students should be interested in improving their writing abilities by being receptive to criticism and participating in class.

The best aspects of this course included the interesting readings and the workshop sessions. Students found that the criticism they received during these sessions was very helpful when learning how to improve their skills, and found that the professor had very insightful feedback. Suggestions for improvement included breaking the session into two weekly classes, one to discuss the readings and one to discuss peer works. Students also had some confusion about how they were graded. Prospective students should expect to improve both their writing and critiquing skills, and will learn how to better incorporate feedback in their revisions.

The best aspects of this course included the professor’s very easy-going and entertaining manner, which helped class discussions stay light and inspiring. Students found the workshops to be particularly helpful, and feedback they received on their works was useful. However, some students found the grading system to be a bit confusing, and that the readings were not very helpful. Suggestions for improvement included a more specific grading system, as well as additional writing opportunities to critique and receive feedback on students’ works. Prospective students are encouraged to take this class because of the easy-going atmosphere and helpful workshop sessions that provide ample opportunities for writing skill growth.

Students praised this course for having a helpful and approachable instructor who was willing to work individually with students on improving their stories. Perceived issues with the course included a belief that the course could use a bit more structure with some students finding the schedule of assignments could be confusing. Suggestions for improvement varied. Multiple students found that the course would be improved if they were chal enged to write more often. In addition, students thought the course could 310be improved by having the instructor chal enge students by requiring them to write better stories and by offering more critiques on their stories. Prospective students should know that student found the course was engaging and open to students who didn’t have a background in writing. Students did think it was important that incoming students be willing to take criticism.

Students praised this course for giving students an opportunity to explore their creativity and improve their writing. Perceived issues with the course largely centered on a feeling that while students did receive notes on their assignments and reading from the instructor, they didn’t receive extensive feedback that could put those notes and corrections in context. Suggestions for improvement largely centered on a desire for greater feedback from the instructor on assignments. Prospective students should know that students found the course was a good opportunity to explore and expand their writing skills.

Students praised this course for having a supportive and intelligent instructor who led a class that chal enged students to write more often and improve their writing style. Perceived issues with the course varied; many students didn’t have any issues with the course or simply wished that the course met more often each week. Some students wished the course would assign students more stories so that they would have additional opportunities to discuss and workshop assignments. Suggestions for improvement included a desire for the course’s workload to be increased and for students to be assigned longer pieces so that they could better refine their writing styles. Prospective students should know that students found the course had an intel igent and approachable instructor who gave students feedback in this writing-intensive class.

Students praised the course for having an enthusiastic instructor who managed to include a variety of authors in this engaging course. Perceived issues with the course included a belief that the course wasn’t as organized as it could be. Students complained that the instructor was frequently late to class and he could get off topic which resulted in the course syl abus becoming less useful. Suggestions for improvement included a desire by multiple students that the course include more assignments so that students could explore more forms of writing. Prospective students should know that students found the instructor engaging and students found that it was important to be involved in the course’s lectures.

278 The best aspects of this course included the in-depth class discussions, the helpful feedback, and the intriguing assigned readings. One student felt that when classmates sent out pieces late, it didn't provide enough time to properly read over their work, so perhaps a system should be put into place to effectively penalize students guilty of this. Another student felt the instructor was difficult to contact. Suggestions included offering the class more than once a week in shorter time slots and giving more prompts. Prospective students should know it’s important to read their peers work in order to adequately contribute to the class discussions.

The best aspects of this course included the effusive instruction, the invaluable workshops, and the instructor’s engaging and oftentimes humorous nature. One student felt the work was too tedious. Some students felt the class discussions often ran off topic. Suggestions included providing the students with more writing assignments and cutting back or altogether omitting the required readings. Prospective students should know they wil be required to write increasingly longer stories over the course of the semester.

According to students, the professor of this course was an expert when it came down to fiction writing theory. His knowledge of modern English was described as “encyclopedic.” Many students enjoyed the professor’s feedback because he was able to help them advance their stories. In addition, the course load was manageable and the discussions were thought-provoking. However, the course lacked organization at times and students tended to evaluate their peers’ work based on their personal opinions. Suggestions for improvement include: more overall course and assignment structure and more workshops. Prospective students should be comfortable sharing their work.

Students enrol ed in this course not only learned a plethora of writing techniques, but they were also encouraged by their professor to share their opinions. Also, many students agreed that this course was their favorite one so far because the workshops made them feel good about their writing and also taught them what they needed to do to make their stories more effective. Unfortunately, some students used the workshop time to personal y attack their peers, instead of giving them helpful suggestions. It was suggested that the number of assignments be increased and that the class meet on two days instead of one. Prospective students should know that they can add two short stories to their resume.

The best part about this class was the professor’s ability to push students out of their writing comfort zone and help them grow as writers. Students enjoyed the exposure that they received to different types of fiction, and appreciated the professor’s candid commentary about their writing. Many students found this course to be disorganized, and others claimed that class discussions too frequently went off on tangents. This class could be improved by giving students more writing assignments. Prospective students should know that this class is great for improving writing style.

The best aspects of the course included the knowledgeable, humorous, and approachable instructor. Students praised the instructor for providing detailed feedback on assignments that help students improve their writing abilities. Some students claimed that the due dates for assignments were unclear, and others felt that the workshops were stressful when their own work was being analyzed. This course could be improved by having more in-depth class discussions. Prospective students should know that this course has a very manageable workload. This course and professor were highly recommended.

Students enjoyed the fact that the professor managed to make his two and a half hour class seemingly fly by with fun, interesting and engaging discussions. Students appreciated the professor’s ability to foster thoughtful group discussion, as wel as the lengthy and insightful feedback that he provided on writing assignments. Some students found this course to be a bit disorganized, and students were occasionally unclear as to assignment due dates. This course could be improved by having a more structured syllabus. Prospective students should know this course will require lot of reading and writing, as well as providing commentary on peers’ work.