Heather Hirschfeld - University of Tennessee - Knoxville

Professor: Heather Hirschfeld

Department: TBD

College: University of Tennessee - Knoxville

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: ENG206
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

I like Shakespeare, however I was intimidated for taking this class in college as a gen ed. She is by far the kindest professor I've had at UT. She is so knowledgable about Shakespeare and her passion gets you excited to come to class. She is a fair grader and lenient. If you are searching for an English class, do yourself a favor and take her!!!!!

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: ENG404
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

one of the greatest profs Ive had in my three years of college so far

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: ENG404
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Professor Hirschfeld is great at breaking down readings and helping everyone understand the texts. She is very caring and will work with you when you need help. I was worried about taking Shakespeare but she made it enjoyable and it actually ended up being one of my favorite classes this semester. I would highly recommend this class.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: ENG404
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Hischfeld really really loves Shakespeare and knows it incredibly well. I wouldn't describe her as inspirational, but a solid choice if just for her enthusiasm. She grades pretty hard, expecting you to build really cohesive arguments in your papers. The tests weren't a cake walk either. Don't expect an easy grade here, you have to earn it.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: ENG404
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Knowlegble, passionate, respectful. Great at making all students feel important. Lets class speak and work through it together. Undisputedly intelligent on the subject and still incredibly humble and truly interested in students opinions. You will learn Shakespeare, but also how to be a smart, effective human if you pay close enough attention.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: ENG398
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Hirschfeld is one of my favorite professors I've ever had. I've taken two courses from her and both have blown me away. She listens to what you say in class and is able to synthesize multiple theories as they come up. Take her!

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: ENGL406
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Professor Hirschfeld is great! She has a real passion for what she teaches. Her lectures are interesting, and the reading assignments are always reasonable. There is one test that is very easy if you read! She is not a hard grader on essays. I am taking her again next semester!

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: ENGL405
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Hirschfeld is a great English professor. Her passion for the material is always on display and she leads discussions well. Furthermore, she does an excellent job of leading discussion and allowing students to share whatever opinions they have. She expects to read the texts thoroughly, and cares more about participation than homework grades.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: ENG206
• 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:

Professor Hirschfeld is a great teacher. Most classes consist of discussion which she helps guide along. She loves if you share your thoughts, and she offers insight that makes you really think about Shakespeare and his work. She is always very encouraging, and her criticism is always constructive. Take her if you can!

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: ENG594
• 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:

She is a fantastic teacher, scholar, and discussion leader. She is open minded and enthusiastic about ideas--it creates energy in the class that is ideal. Very clear about what she needs from us as students. Brilliant.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: ENG405
• 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:

She is a great professor. You will learn so much from her if you put effort into this class. She is very passionate about the subject and goes above and beyond to help her students. If you have the opportunity to take a class with her, you definitely should!

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: ENG405
• 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:

Dr. Hirschfeld is a very interesting Shakespeare professor. She really knows her stuff and keeps her students interested. I would recommend her class. She is a very fair paper grader.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: ENG404
• 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:

Made Shakespeare much more interesting; encourages students to speak up but does not force participation. Really knowledgeable of the subject and a fair grader. I'd recommend her highly.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: ENG404
• 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:

She is such an amazing professor. She is so enthusiastic and makes the lectures really interesting. She is very nice and helpful; not to mention she is absolutely brilliant. This class was a great experience, and I would highly recommend her.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: ENG412
• 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:

Great teacher.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: ENG206
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

I took a Shakespeare class from this teacher. The class is discussion based and we wrote papers over the topics we talked about in class. I highly recommend this class for those of you who learn through talking things out. Grades were easy if you put forth any effort. I learned much while boosting my GPA.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: ENG406
• 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 most interesting professors I've ever had. Really made the the plays interesting. A hard grader, but also very fair and willing to give help. If you do your best and engage in the class, you'll at the least make a B

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: 405
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

a little too intense and slightly unfair.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: ENG409
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Heather is one of the best professors that I have ever had. She is remarkable-for her knowledge of Shakespeare and for her enthusiasm. I had for both the early and later plays (2 classes) Hands down, my favorite teacher from UT.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: ENG405
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

My class was very easy and I got a B. Although she did make me feel like she didn't understand what I contributed in class.