Jason Read - University of Southern Maine, Portland, ME

Professor: Jason Read

Department: Philosophy

College: University of Southern Maine, Portland, ME

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: PHIL241
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Awesome lecturer. There's no way "The Philosophy of Work" would have been enjoyable with any other professor. Fair grader, gives great feedback on papers. My *only* gripe about his courses is that the attendance policy is a bit harsh: 25% of the grade, and you automatically fail the attendance portion if you miss more than (I think 3 or 4) classes.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: PHI240
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Pop quizzes are his way of taking attendance. 3, 5-7 page essays - that's it. Go to every class (take notes) and do all the readings. This is a lot of work so don't take this as an "easy A". The class is easy to pass if you read, take notes and go to class. I personally find the readings hard and boring.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: PHI241
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Incredible professor and course. Very engaging. A lot of reading but very valuable and thought provoking reads. The best class I have taken at USM and I would recommend it to anyone. Will most definitely be taking another class with Jason.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: PHI241
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Definitely not an easy A, but it is an interesting class. He is funny, and he can even make Hegel make sense.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: PHIL241
• Grade Received: F
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Prof. Read expects a lot of you every week. You have several long readings to complete over the semester as well as three 5 page essays. If you are looking for an easy credit here do not take this class.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: PHI200
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Prof. Read is clear and easy to learn from. Not to mention hes adorable.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: PHI320
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

One of the best professors I've ever had.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: PHI109J
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Awesome teacher. Extremely clear, as clear as philosophy can get. Also, has fun with the material, not dry.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: EYE103
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

he's a great teacher, very clear in his lectures. take notes during lectures. He'll answer questions if you ask. he's a fair grader, you have to work hard, but he will help you revise work and gives constructive criticism.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: PHI380
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Professor Read expects a lot from his students. His youth is a refreshing addition to the philosophy department. He is very helpful. A lot of students say that they do not like his grading style, but it is just because they are lazy and do not want to put the effort into getting a better grade. High effort required.High quality education received.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: PHI109
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Prof. Read is not an easy A but I always look forward to attending his classes. He makes philosophy interesting and has a great sense of humor. I certainly recommend taking Read for your phi credit.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: PHI101E
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

OK, I admit I took the class partialy because so many of you wrote he was cute, plus everyone needs their philosophy credit, right?:)Prof. Read is very smart and has a great sense of humor. He always explained the readings and the lectures were interesting.I can say that the class was useful and it made me look at things differently.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: PHI000
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Professor Read is brilliant.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: PHI101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Great class. He can be hilarious at times, and works hard to connect philosophy to stuff people care about. Not an easy A.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: PHI101E
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

The most boring class I have ever taken, if you're looking for an easy A or an interesting class, this is NOT the class for you. RUN AWAY!

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: PHIL109E
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

I am loving this class, although that may be more due to my crush on him than any real interest in political philosophy. Besides that, he really does know his stuff and his lectures are very helpful. Classes are well worth attending and I would highly recommened taking a class with him.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: PHI110
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

No Comments

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: EYE103
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Professor Read only lectures every once in a while in my class (It is taught by three teachers), but he is very clear and helpful. His lectures make difficult readings understandable and he always adds in his dry, sarcastic brand of humor which is great. He knows his stuff for sure, plus he is so cute. I love his outfits!

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: EYE103
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

not very interesting.. doesnt seem to know how to teach

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: PHIL109E
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Loved his lectures, they were always interesting. he was never bias and always looked at both sides of a philosophical idea, searching and investigating it. three papers in the class, a choice between six subjects, it was always interesting and easy enough. good class!