The assignments are pretty easy for a literature class, would recommend. The only issue is there is lots of reading, but I would imagine it's less than most literature classes on campus.
Professor Weld has to be the best professor I've had so far during my time at UCSB. I've never had a professor give such clear feedback on my writing and because of that, I feel as though my writing has improved significantly. I have no idea how I ended up with an A because I got Bs on all the essays, but I guess participating really helped.
Mrs. Weld is an amazing teacher. I recommend her to everyone. She is so passionate which makes me want to come to class and discuss with her. She grades very easily, but there is a lot of reading in each class. You don't have to read because she goes over itNo tests or quizzes, but attendance paper is passed around. Like 5 total reading discussions
A super super nice and intelligent professor and an actually enjoyable class. A good amount of reading is assigned but she goes over it in lecture for understanding.
Very knowledgeable about the subject. The discussion in class was very open-ended and quite interesting. There are a lot of interesting readings. There was a fun/creative assignment. Very nice person and easy/doable class.
Easy class but lectures get so repetitive because you go over the same themes every single lecture based on which book you're on. Two easy papers (3 pages max) and a final test. Reading is about 90 pages per class meeting, so don't let it build up but the stories are good.
EASY class if you actually partially read some of the books. a few short papers which were a breeze and the final was easy enough. you'll get an A and read great stories.
She's the sweetest professor you'll ever have! She's very inspired and touched by her students, and she loooooooves having international students. She's very interested in other cultures and languages. Definitely wants her students to succeed.
She's a great person! She's really kind and helpful. It is a literature class, so prepared to read a lot. There were 2 writing assignments, a creative project, and a written final. Participate in class and you'll do well.
AMAZING INDIVIDUAL!!!! Best teacher I had so far, hands down! She is extremely nice, caring and understanding. However, do not take these aspects for granted! Study and do not worry for the grade because she grades for the effort that you input into your study. AND believe me, she will know if you read the daily reading (she has sixth sense)!
Participation is key - though she doesnt grade it I definitely think it reflects in her grading on papers and overall grade. Super sweet lady. Class seemed intimidating at first but wasnt nearly as bad as Id expected. Gives immense leeway in papers/projects, but don't take it for granite. You can tell she really appreciates if you go the extra mile
SUCH A FUN CLASS! I'm bummed I didn't do the readings, (all children's novels like Alice in W, PeterPan, +) b/c they bring back memorize and she teaches the meaning behind each reading. I definitely recommend it!! 3 600w papers (20%) attendance/parti. (10%), project (poster/bake something 10%) final (20%). She hooks it up with a good sick studyG!
Professor Weld is super smart and her lectures are very interesting! I loved her class and would definitely recommend her! You have to attend and read all the material to get an A! It's not an easy class if u r a flake!
Professor Weld is a great teacher. I took Slavic 124 and Slavic 117I with her. She is very clear and a fair grader. I highly recommend taking any Slavic or Comparative Literature courses that she offers. You learn a lot of useful information in class!