Eric Leonidas - Central Connecticut State University

Professor: Eric Leonidas

Department: TBD

College: Central Connecticut State University

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: ENG220
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Really nice prof. Really knows his stuff on Shakespeare. What I like is that he tends to touch on topics or themes that aren't as mainstream as well as reviewing plays that aren't the usual curriculum. I hadn't heard of most of the stuff we had scheduled. I would take again.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: ENG220
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

I never cared for Shakespeare, but Eric made it fun. Although his lectures are somewhat heavy, you will really understand the themes and plot very well which are important for the exams. Don't bother buying the book as you can just find the play online. As for readings, just use Sparknotes' modern translation of each play -- it's much easier.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: ENG220
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

The best thing to ever happen to you, the easiest A. Don't BS, if you go to class and pay attention you will pass everything with a 100.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: ENG220
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Intelligent and funny during lectures. Wouldn't recommend the big textbook, it is a pain to carry around- you can get by with the cheap mass market paperbacks from Amazon for the 5 plays you read. If you don't like Shakespeare, this course will be very boring. If you do, I highly recommend it. If you do the readings/homework, you should get an A.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: ENG220
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Probably the best English teacher I've had in all my years of school. Was always able to ask questions and never made you feel guilty for not understanding the sometimes difficult material.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: ENG220
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Going into a Shakespeare course never take Shakespeare before or having any interest in Shakespeare, I was not expecting to have a great time. Although I personally dislike this form of literature, this professor made the course very enjoyable and the time flew by in class. Not too much work besides reading of course, and straight forward tests.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: ENG220
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He's a great professor but can be a little rude sometimes. Show up to class and participate and you will do fine. He's very helpful if you go to hiss office hours. I bought the book on amazon for $20 but you don't really need it you can print off the plays online. Also is doesn't hurt that he's hot

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: ENG334
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Great Professor!! This was the second class I took with him. He is into his renaissance and 17th century lit so his lectures are really good. If you make a decent effort you'll pass. I'm actually disappointed I won't be able to take his Shakespeare 398 next fall. I definitely recommend him.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: ENG220
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Loved his Shakespeare course!! I am taking another class with him next semester. If you do the reading and go to class you can pass this easily. Also if you are doing Shakespeare, don't bother getting the book!! It's massive and hard to carry around. I just got cheap copies of the plays at random bookstores and the library.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: ENG220
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He was okay I think. He kind of looks like another version of Steve Jobs. His lectures are LONG! Good luck not falling asleep! His tests and midterms are not hard at all. I took a midterm without knowing we had one that day and I still managed to get an B. ALWAYS bring the textbook!!

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: ENG220
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Prof Leonidas is really funny and knowledgeable. He explains Shakespeare in a way that anyone can grasp. Reading is obviously necessary, and yes, he is a bit tough when it comes to papers, but this ultimately helped me to become a better writer. I loved his class, and not just because he's gorgeous.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: ENG458
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Not an easy A if you're lazy, but overall a challenging and interesting course. Also he is gorgeous.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: ENG220
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Tough grader. 2 papers, mid-term, final, and some quizzes. With papers and exams it is unclear of what he expects from you. Also midterm and final are in class,not open book, and are specific and confusing essay questions.Hard that final and both papers take place/are due within the last 2 weeks of class which accounts for about 65% of your grade.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: ENG298
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Thought this class would be pretty easy. Yup I was wrong. VERY tough grader and gives sucky feedback on papers. Barely passed this class.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: ENG298
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

TOUGH grader. Very critical. Not my fave. A play and literary conference was mandatory OUTSIDE of classroom time (one Saturday and one Friday). Doesn't give helpful feedback on essays. Heart of Darkness sucks! Poetry section is really drawn out and boring.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: ENG220
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Professor Leonidas explains the true meanings of the plays well so you can understand the language. Quizzes and exams are easy. Tough grader on papers but I would recommend his class, it is fun and teaches you a lot.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: ENG298
• 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:

Professor Leonidas is very intelligent. His class is not easy and you'll have to work for a good grade but you'll be a better student when you're done. He's tough but fair for sure

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: ENG333
• 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:

We made it through the Faerie Queen. This alone makes him amazing. Yes, he's easy on the eyes but that won't help you none. He makes you WORK for that grade...utilize office hours...he takes the time to help you. One of CCSU's many treasures.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: ENG220
• 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:

I never really read Shakespeare before this class and I loved it! He is really good at going over each play to help everyone understand the true meaning of the scenes. The quizzes are easy if you read and go to class. Definitely worth taking!

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: ENG220
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Made me love Shakespeare all over again. A great professor and one of my favorites in the entire English Department. Take this class, even if you're not an English major.