Was a horrible professor. He did not care one ounce for his students and was unprofessional and petty during class. Made passive agressive comments to people. Class attendance was mandatory and he was not flexible at all to students needs. Instead of helping them he made the other students take care of it.

Lots of content that I will think and talk about for years. extremely helpful if you put in even minimal effort, always available, lightning fast email responses. Answered questions with utmost patience and ALWAYS felt like he had our backs. Really tried to help out. I had no tech problems, so maybe it was not his end; shouldn't blame him for that

He cares about the material he teaches about but has no idea how to properly administer that information (at least in an online medium). Showed a total lack of understanding for students who were in put in difficult situations (few international students had to drop) among a plethora of other things. Having a dog does not excuse you from teaching!

The absolute worst professor I've had in all my years of college. So inconsiderate and rude towards all the students. Audio issues were a major problem in this class for all 10 weeks and after many attempts to get him to fix them he would only reply with backtalk and snarky remarks. Lectures were recorded but we couldnt access them outside of class

Hard class. tough professor.

Most petty prof at UCSB award goes toooooo. Seriously baffled at this guy. Didn't have a problem with him at all until the final, where he blatantly called the class out which made me tremble with anxiety, unable to even answer the question. Thought he was a nice guy just misunderstood, but I was wrong. Do better and act your age prof.

Detailed course that taught me about the internet, Flanagin's curve policy is generous IF whole class does poorly. Mandatory non-recorded lectures, short time window for tough exams, and prof seems bothered when you need accommodations. Don't have strong opinion for/against him, but never seen a more stressed out class in major, def a challenge

Took during the pandemic also. Great class, great professor, worked hard to acommodate students; office hours after every single class. Tests were challenging but fair and so is he -- many did poorly on exam 1 so he curved it *hugely* in our favor; what else do you want? Whiners gonna complain, prob the same as on the GroupMe; study and do well.

Avoid taking this professor as much as possible!! His lectures were live with terrible wifi despite being and Internet & Society professor. He refused to record despite this. Demeaning every time you asked a question and overall very unaccommodating to a pandemic. The only negative experience I've had at UCSB/in COMM dept with a professor.

If you are sane, avoid this prof at all cost. This was not a communication course, it was a computer science course which then morphed into a business/law course. Tests are very difficult. For our first midterm most people barely passed. Students were so outraged that they emailed the communication department. I cried twice bc of this class.

His class is challenging and will require lots of studying and reading, but Flaganagin is also super helpful and actively wants to help you if you ask for it. Though challenging, I feel like i learned so much in his class, and felt his classes were more interesting and challenging (in a good way) compared to other comm classes.

One midterm and one final weighted equal. He Is very knowledgeable and passionate about the subject which makes the lectures interesting even though there is a lot to remember. Do the readings and take good notes on what he says and you will do great but you must put in the work.

Flanagin is a MUST TAKE! He is one of the most intelligent professors I have ever encountered and is also pretty funny. The lectures are incredibly interesting but they are also packed with tons of content. He doesn't post lectures slides and he moves fast, so don't skip class and take good notes. Well worth it though.

By far the best professor Ive had at UCSB. Most reviews on here say his class is extremely hard, however if you attend all of the lectures he gives you all of the information you need to know for the test. His tests are fair if you go to the lectures. I retained most of my knowledge from the class and have been able to apply it other comm classes.

theres 1 midterm, 1 final. If you are stupid, do not take his class.

f you want to do good you have to show up, pay attention, and take notes on everything he says. The class is easy if you take good notes. He is very smart and has such a vast knowledge of everything. Gives really good examples to help you understand things further. Also very willing to help !! take this class if you can its really interesting

he's really smart and you learn a lot in the class. it is definitely hard work and grade is only midterm and final with like 5% class attendance so you have to go

Interesting class about all things Internet, from technical to social to legal to historical, etc. Lots of material, relevant stuff, theoretical perspectives; difficult but fair tests. Best lectures ever, very interesting and engaging. Very willing to help students and genuine, smart guy. Take if you can.

Really hard class. Only a midterm and a final. You can learn a lot of practical information from the class but it is difficult to show your knowledge on the tests. The questions are tricky. He is very willing to help you become a better student. Lots of material to read. Doesn't post lectures online so make a friend in the class. Good luck

if you miss class these will be the hardest courses ever taken. 50% midterm 50% final grading, so do well on the tests or you're screwed.

Flanagin is one of the best comm professors! He is obviously very intelligent and can therefore delve deeper into topics that make comm interesting again. I think he could have connected ideas/make the point of ideas clearer during the first half of the class, but nonetheless the content was interesting. He is always available and very helpful TAKE

Flanagin is a great professor and I feel lucky to have been taught by such an intelligent individual. You must show up and take good notes. He grades tough, doesn't really round, and grade is only midterm and final. Tons of content. Challenging but definitely enriching overall class.

If you're like me and are bored with comm cause you think every comm class is exactly the same, TAKE THIS CLASS. Its SO interested and Flanagin is such an awesome wise nymph. If you go to class, pay attention (which you will because its the most unique class I've ever taken), and skim the readings, you'll get an A. I loved this class.

Tough grader who expects a lot (tests are challenging but fair), but he gives a lot too. Genuine and caring, and he really works to help you especially if you put in the effort. His lectures are super organized and he can be really funny in class too. He's inspirational. Enjoyed going to class. Really.