Kevin Jefferson - James Madison University

Professor: Kevin Jefferson

Department: TBD

College: James Madison University

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: WRTC336
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

I absolutely adore this class and this Professor! I had him for WRTC 103 and for the tutoring writing class. You will learn so much valuable stuff. Must take in order to work in the Writing Center. It was discussion based class and Jefferson was very flexible with deadlines and making sure we weren't stressed out. It's about learning, not grades.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: GWRTC103
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He did not grade my classes papers until exam week and then I had no time to actually fix my work and bring my grade up. He threatened to fail me if I did not show up to class and if I emailed him he never got back to me. Once he decided to fail me, I failed. Not a good teacher, or person. Did not give good feedback whatsoever. he sucks.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: GWRTC103
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

He's great! Takes a while to grade papers but lets you revise them when he's done which is awesome. What I can't stress enough- GO TO OFFICE HOURS!! Super helpful. I used to be a terrible writer in high school but got so much better in this class. He assigns some pointless readings but it's really not that bad. Grade is 75% papers.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: GWRIT103
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: No
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Lots of unnecessary readings that dont help you write the papers. 4 papers make up 70% of your grade but youre allowed to do corrections on it which is a good thing because if not youll never get an A because hes such a tough grader. Overall okay class

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: WRTC103H
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

He makes the lecture a very interesting 50 when discussing current events or projects. There are only 4 papers that make up 70% of your final grade. The criteria for the papers is a little unclear and I was never really sure how I did on the because he didn't give back any papers. I somehow ended up with an A- and I suck at writing.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: GWRTC103
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He's a nice guy and pretty engaging, but was not very clear in what he wanted from his students. There are 4 major projects that determine your grade that are spaced out throughout the semester, but all except one of them were not graded until finals week. I also thought he was a tough grader compared to some other teachers.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: WRTC103
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Jefferson is honestly one of the best professors I've had. He is so sweet and caring and definitely wants you to succeed. There are 4 papers in the semester, and plenty of time to work on them. You can also revise them as much as you want to get a better grade. Overall, beneficial class with a great guy and great professor.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: WRTC103
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Professor Jefferson is a really great guy. He does assign a lot of work and expect a lot from you, but he is always willing to work with you to improve your writing. I have definitely learned a lot from him and the course and would recommend! Only four long papers (nothing more than 5 pages double spaced) and homework was usually for completion.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: GWRTCN103
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Professor Jefferson was a great professor! He did give homework, but usually it was for completion, he encouraged students to go to his office hours and it was always a HUGE help. He's very passionate about the class and is really concerned about the students learning. I would definitely take again!!

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: 103
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Super easy as long as you listen to how he wants you to write the paper. Read the articles he sends to you because he will occasionally quiz you on them. If you go to office hours and stay for more than 10 minutes, he will give you an A on the assignment right then and there or will tell you EXACTLY what to fix.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: GWRTC103
• 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:

He is the best professor i have ever had. This class is easy and not stressful at all. Few easy papers. He likes us to come to his office to get help. He is very sweet and helpful. TAKE HIM!!

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: GWRTC103
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

best teacher ever! i became such a good writer after this class, and with a little effort, its an easy A! hes really nice and really helpful and you will be a really good writer by the end!tough grader but gives awesome feedback!go to his office hours! great class and i highly recommend him,no textbook or tests, just read off blackboard, cool voice

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: GWRTC103
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Jefferson is the best writing professor at JMU! He is so willing to help you! I have learned so much from him. He is a tough grader but it is worth it to take him!

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: GWRTC103
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

There was no textbook when I took this class, and only 4 essays. HOWEVER! Make sure you devote time to your essays and don't procrastinate. He likes it when you show that you care. In class, pay attention and show up; you may get to watch some YouTube clips. You can even regain lost points from essays by turning in corrections. He'll explain it.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: GWRIT103
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Make a good impression and he will give you an A. Otherwise, don't expect higher than B - or B. EXTREMELY NIT PICKY IN GRADING. Good guy though.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: GWRTC103
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Very nice and wants his students to do well. Four papers throughout the semester. Kinda nit picky on the grading of the papers however. And only a few short other assignments. Not much reading.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: GHUM200
• 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:

He's a nice guy and is always willing to help. He loves what he teaches and makes it really interesting. Some of the writing can be tough and there's a lot of reading, but it's worth it.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: GWRIT103
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Jefferson is cool. He is very detail oriented when it comes to grading.very helpful. hard to get an A. Dont take his class during a presidential election, everything you write will be political and painfully boring.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: GWRIT103
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Prof. Jefferson is awesome! He's down to earth and really cares about his students. One of the easiest/nicest gwrit professors on campus. You only have to write 4 papers throughout the semester, along with a few other little homework assignments. He's truly helpful and great teacher- take him!

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: GWRIT100
• 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:

Prof. Jefferson is awesome. He genuinely cares about his students and wants them all to succeed. My only complaint is that he issues more homework than the other GWRIT teachers. Otherwise, he's fantastic and I definitely recommend him.