Dr. Lane is very well-spoken and has put a lot of time and effort into this course. I took it as a summer course and while it was accelerated, I learned so much valuable information in this class. With interesting topics and straightforward video lectures, this class and professor are A+ quality.

The format of this course is a little weird (feels like you are doing busywork for Weeks 1-8, then things get really intense at the end), but it ends up being pretty balanced and informative. Lane manages the group project really well and make sure to hold group members accountable. Expect weekly homework assignments + four question quizzes.

Professor Lane's class was extremely interesting and he cares a lot about his students! This is a group project class though so be prepared for that, but he gives you ample of class time to work on everything. Would highly recommend.

Greatest Comm professor I've had so far. TAs were great and easily accessible. Reverse classroom structure, attendance mandatory but allowed to miss a lot with no penalty. Easy quizzes and accessible for help with final paper. Would take again!

Amazing professor!! Great and engaging lectures, posts all important lectures in online videos, and has extreme passion for students. Best COMM 89 prof!!

prof lane is one of the best at ucsb. you can tell he's genuinely passionate about the concepts he teaches and he makes a genuine effort to connect with and cater to his students. his lectures are hilarious and interactive, and he makes what would otherwise be rather heavy and difficult concepts digestable. beware of pop quizzes in-lecture though!