Dave is AMAZING! He is such a caring professor and is super clear in his course expectations. Grading is done by grade "clusters" meaning if you meet all of the requirements, you will receive an A grade (this means assignments are graded by completion instead of letter grades). Take this class (or any with Dave) if you can!!! I'm so happy I did!

Awesome professor! He does specs grading, which is SO nice. All assignments are graded based on completion and class attendance. He provides clear and constructive feedback and is supportive and accessible outside of class. There are no sections, and he ended class early (1hr 50 min class that ended up being 1hr 30 max.

I've never written a RMP before but I feel like I HAVE to for Dave. I don't know what else to say other than it is so clear he was meant to teach. All the reviews are spot on; best professor ever.

Best professor ever. If he's an option please take him. Made writing enjoyable. Grading is based on just making sure u completed all the requirements rather than how advance of a writer you are. Would take again. Very flexible.

Incredible guy! Dave is the most caring professor i've had at ucsb. Gives amazing feedback, very accessible outside of class, and truly wants you to succeed. I came into this class unsure of my writing abilities and am finishing off the quarter 100x more confident. Take him if you can!!!

Genuinely the best professor I have ever had at UCSB. This class made me consider a minor/double major in writing. If you get his class, you are very lucky; he is so caring, smart, funny, and understands students better than any professor I've had. Can't recommend enough.