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Eng\u00a022, Fall 2016<\/p>\n

\u201cPlease rate the overall quality of the instructor\u2019s teaching\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

This course is a sweeping survey of\u00a0Western literature and culture from an\u00a0environmental\u00a0perspective. In much the same way that feminist critics are interested in literary representations of gender and women, ecological literary and cultural critics (or simply \u201cecocritics\u201d) explore how our relationship to nature is imagined.\u00a0 As with changing perceptions of gender, such literary representations are not only generated by particular cultures, they play a significant role in generating those cultures.\u00a0 Thus, if we wish to understand contemporary America\u2019s attitude toward the environment, its literary history is an excellent place to start.\u00a0 While authors such as Thoreau and Wordsworth may first come to mind in this context, literary responses to environmental concerns are often as old as the issues themselves.\u00a0Deforestation, air pollution, endangered species, wetland loss, animal rights, and rampant consumerism have all been appearing as controversial issues in Western literature for hundreds \u2013 and in some cases thousands \u2013 of years. Starting with an excerpt from one of the West\u2019s earliest texts, *The Myth of Gilgamesh*, this course will explore the often-ignored literary and cultural history of the natural world.<\/p>\n

\u201cPlease rate the overall quality of the instructor\u2019s teaching\u201d<\/p>\n

Average rating: 4.3 of 5\u00a0(\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Excellent; \u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u00a0Very Good; \u2663\u2663\u2663\u00a0Good; \u2663\u2663\u00a0Fair; \u2663\u00a0Poor)<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Very inspirational, appreciate his knowledge and passion in both English and the environment. Thank you! Great class.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 I really enjoyed this class. The content is great, great movies and readings. Love how Ken is so interested in his teaching material. I became a vegetarian because of this class. It changed my life in unimaginable ways!<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 This course changed my perspective of the world. He\u2019s an excellent instructor who encourages us to ask questions during lectures. He debunked myths that we widely believe in like I thought fossil fuels was the main factor of global warming when reality it\u2019s our meat consumption. Because of Hiltner, I am changing my lifestyle and slowly becoming vegetarian. He basically changed my life. I am glad that I took his class during my very first quarter of college.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Hiltner was an incredible Professor. His lectures were inspiring and eye-opening. The materials were incredibly well chosen. He was able to make environmental issues not only relevant, but of utmost importance. He was attentive and made sure to answer all questions posed. Hiltner changed my perspective about ingrained social customs, such as religion and consumption. After taking this class I feel a new world has been revealed to me.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 By far one of my favorite classes ever! If you pay attention, it is mind blowing and will educate you on things about the environment you may not know. Rethinking my career now. Wanted to be an entertainment lawyer and now I am thinking about being an environmental lawyer.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 LOVED the content in this class. Very interesting, enlightening, eye-opening. Loved the films, always excited to end my weeks with the films. I would take another environmental based course. I was not expecting to enjoy this class so much.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 I really enjoyed your class and appreciated learning new perspectives to literature and how it can be a staple in spreading environmental consciousness. I appreciated conversation and facilitated discussion at the end of lecture engaging students in concepts being taught in class.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 The material was interesting and made me reevaluate the way I thought about the environmental consequences of my actions. I liked lectures with Professor Hiltner and enjoyed many of the readings and films from this course. The class was incredibly easy, though. I know others in the course who didn\u2019t do a single reading since the midterm and felt pretty confident that they would still do fine\u2014or even well\u2014on the final. It wouldn\u2019t be absurd to make this class more challenging for students.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Excellent class! Great lecturer. I learned so much, really made me think about my life and future! Took this class as a GE\u2014wasn\u2019t too excited about it but absolutely loved it! I have been recommending all the documentaries we watched to all my friends and family. They were basically life changing. Very fair grader, interesting content. Never thought of any of the points the lecturer made!<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 English 22 has been my favorite class taken at UCSB so far. The course material, along with the way it is taught is truly eye-opening. I would highly recommend this course to other students and suggest that it become a required course for all majors.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Extremely well organized course. Used many forms of media to convey ideas, engaged students very well. Never felt extremely demanding or unworthy of my time. Learned quite a lot and will recommend this class to others.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Excellent professor! He always answers our questions genuinely and you can tell he cares about what he teaches. Has a soothing voice. My favorite course this quarter ???? Thank you for everything.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 LOVED this class! As an environmental studies major, I am deeply gratified from this class. So interesting, analytical, and the Professor Ken is so switched on and passionate. Loved having his environmental and feminist perspective.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Such a great class. The films were all very interesting and made me feel passionate to make a change in my life. Hiltner is such a great Prof. and really cares about the subject he is teaching. Very glad I took this class.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Awesome class, possibly the best teaching style\/lecture style I\u2019ve had in 4 years at UCSB. NO JOKE.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 I love this course. I highly recommend it to all students here; it really encourages you to look at the world differently. It has largely impacted me and I will take the things I learned in this course with me for the rest of my life.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Great class. Honestly made me interested in environmentalism and made me genuinely question my own environmental impact. Very interesting and engaging Professor!<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 One of my favorite classes by far at UCSB. Has made me question my lifestyle for the better, and what I\u2019ve learned will follow me through life. Great professor, would 100% take another class with him again.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Professor is very educated and passionate about literature and the environment. Tests are not too hard and slides are all available online.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Hiltner rocks! Puts a lot of heart into making his students care for and understand the issues of the past and of the future with regards to global climate change and perceptions of the environment. Thank you!<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 I loved this course. The information was interesting and presented in a great way. Prof. Hiltner is very dedicated to the issues he talks about and it shows in lecture. I would recommend this course to anyone.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Hiltner was a very, very good professor. He was very passionate about the subject and it was extremely obvious he knew what he was talking about. His level of knowledge about the material is one that every professor needs to conduct a successful course.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Most of the material was interesting and I found all of it to have modern relevance. I definitely learned a lot about environmental issues and feel much more educated about the current issues.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 This class has made me want to explore environmental science more. Mr. Hiltner talked about how there will soon be an environmental humanities major\/available and this course has made me want to add that on. He is very kind and approachable. The only negative thing is that Mr. Hiltner should be slightly more strict.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 At the beginning of the course, I was not fully aware of the environmental issues we face or their extent, but Prof. Ken Hiltner is both engaging and thought-provoking. I found myself looking forward to lectures as he presents some compelling arguments as to not only environmental issues that plague our world but on how we can begin to move forward in a positive direction.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Professor Hiltner is a great teacher! My perspective about the world I live in is forever changed. Highly considering changing my major to environmental science.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Professor Hiltner was very knowledgeable and enthusiastic about Environmental literature! I enjoyed his class very much.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Please do not make your next class read Walden. I am an English major and I am incredibly bored. The only positive side is that it helps me fall asleep at night. Walden aside, I truly did enjoy your class. Your lectures directly related to the midterm and the day you addressed the students that would answer the iClickers and leave was hilarious. I hope you have a happy winter break and I will miss your class next quarter!<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Professor is very knowledgeable and interesting. I enjoyed discussions and the opportunity to ask questions. Lecture can be monotonous, redundant at times.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Awesome teacher with immense knowledge and organized texts. Would like it if there was better organization (i.e. chapters we are supposed to read, what movie gets replaced with what).<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Honestly, this course was quite amazing. Before I had taken the course I had been oblivious\u2014well not necessarily \u201coblivious\u201d but unaware of many things. Specific major or not there is definitely a take home of necessary information.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Ken is a great professor who is very passionate in what he teaches. He posts his lectures online allowing you to follow along. He helps you understand the relationship literature with the environment. This is a good class to take.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Hiltner is very passionate about the subject and presents information well. Content can be a bit boring at times but what can you do.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 I really enjoyed this course. Throughout the duration of the course I became vegan. I have been somewhat of a minimalist for a couple of years now and I am naturally adverse to\u00a0 consumerism. I enjoyed this course and a lot found a lot of value in the lectures and course readings. Great course and I highly recommend it. I was raised in the company Patagonia\u2019s daycare and this course ties hand-in-hand with the company\u2019s values.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Has great command of the material. Is able to talk about other than what\u2019s on the slides. Makes environmental problems interesting and not dull. Is not trying to make material seem more complicated than it is.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 This course is truly engaging when the students aren\u2019t busy being apathetic. The lens, literary, through which we examine environmental values, is of particular interest to me. I think all students looking to broaden t heir worldview should take this course. It\u2019s important to know the size of one\u2019s carbon footprint, how it affects other people and earth (our only<\/u> planet), and how to minimize that footprint. It\u2019s time to heal the planet.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 The professor is obviously very passionate and knowledgeable. Straightforward tests.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 The course is very interesting historically as well as relevant to wat is going on currently in the world. This course pushed me to change my lifestyle and pay attention to environmental issues.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Passionate and well informed on all topics discussed. He also encourages questions and discussion which is unique for such a large lecture.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Professor Hiltner is WOKE!<\/u> Although a lot of the readings are pretty dry, the environmental criticism within each is really interesting. I loved the class and everything he had to say. He\u2019s got such a great sense of humor too. 10\/10 would definitely recommend!<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Good class, comprehensive material, and great documentaries! I enjoyed the class and material, very interesting.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Very interesting class if you\u2019re an environmental studies major to see the relationship of literature and other texts. Brings issues frequently talked about to life. Would definitely recommend this class to anyone who finds this topic interesting. Movies each week is a plus!<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Refreshing to have a professor who practices what he preaches with veganism and minimalism.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Great course, Dr. Hiltner! The materials gone over and the movies shown were really interesting and has definitely changed the way I look at things now. Great PowerPoints by the way. I can tell you put in a lot of effort in them, though maybe one improvement would be to have the slides available in the standard PowerPoint fashion, since the animations sometimes take too much time. The transcripts are a bit hard to read. Thanks for the great class!<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Good choice in texts. Interesting insight. Cohesive in information about the environment. Would recommend this course.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Precise teachings, meaningful lectures, responsive feedback, etc.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 I appreciate how straight forward and organized this course was.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Such a nice teacher and effective in teaching his content.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Seems to be very interested in the material. Great teacher.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Ken was funny and kind\u2014kept the course interesting as he was always passionate about the subject. The movies on Friday were nice!<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 It was fascinating to see the historical basis for current issues; understanding them more deeply should more than easier to mitigate, at least I hope.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Loved the structure of presentation (Prezi). Lectures engaging. Told a strong, good discussion! iClickers could be used more usefully\u2014perhaps to prompt discussion. Also, although Trump election discussion was topical, but also somewhat upsetting\/distracting. Glad it was had, but shouldn\u2019t be forced to engage (iClicker).<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Great humor! Maybe add different readings! Explains well, and lets students engage to material during lecture!<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Address questions asked in lecture and repeat it for those who did not hear it. Everything else was so excellent! I am actually transitioning into veganism because of this class! Loved it!<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Enjoyed learning about another way to analyze literature.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Very inspiring professor. He opened my eyes on how much environmental issues I still needed to know. I am an active environmentalist now all thanks to him. One of the best I\u2019ve ever met.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 The class material and readings were interesting and applicable to today\u2019s current issues. I thoroughly enjoyed this course.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Fun guy. Walden is a good book. It changed my life.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 I like this professor. Never knew this class would be really interesting. I would recommend this.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Interesting class! As a life science c major it\u00a0 was fascinating to learn about the environment from a cultural and literary approach.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Explains well. Lectures are a little boring\/kinda reads off slides. Videos are interesting.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Very passionate about the topics discussed. Helpful to have PowerPoint online.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 He is very kind and helpful, but I can\u2019t not fall asleep in this class.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 This course made me realize how screwed our planet is.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Extremely compelling and thoughtful course. Great professor who is witty and knowledgeable.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Great lecturer. Takes opinions and connects to students. Fair exams. Relevant content. Cool dude.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 The Boy!!!<\/u> Great energy\/vibez. \u201cphasis\u201d is tight.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Great instructor\u2014very laid back while being informative. The only thing more I could have asked for would be a clearer study guide for the midterm and final.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Really enjoyed this class\u2014very eye opening and interesting content and Professor.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 The material was great and opened my eyes to how engrained environmental issues are in our culture.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Very interesting topics. Made a huge impact on how I see the environment now.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 He is very passionate about the material.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Great instructor, repetitive, yet makes lectures easier to understand. Clear and concise.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Great course! Lectures are interesting. Worthwhile. Make sure I pass please ????<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Some movies GREAT: Before the Flood. Others terrible: Andy Goldsworthy: Rivers and Tides. Enjoyed no homework. Fell asleep in class but great talking voice.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Professor is very passionate about the subject and presentations are helpful. Readings are a little long\/hard to understand.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Enjoyed the first part of the class.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 I liked the class but wish there was a discussion section to talk more about the material. Interesting perspective on important topics.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Very interesting class.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Very interesting. Very engaging.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Very interesting perspective environmentally. The topics are relevant to the world today.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Great teacher, great class.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 It is a very good course ????<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Awesome professor!<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Thank you!<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Amazing and caring.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Professor Hiltner\u2019s accent is unplaceable.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Great.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 No politics.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 You close your eyes a lot when you lecture. Also, you know a lot of things, like a lot<\/u>. Some of the readings were really dense so I ended up not doing them, but they were all pretty good and useful for the course.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 The content is good, the professor has detailed PowerPoints, but he reads off the PowerPoint word for word despite that he is very knowledgeable on the topics. Good class. 8\/10 would take again.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Very clear instructions and obviously interested in the material. Not the most exciting topic but he continues to make an effort to get students enthused in the lecture material. Always welcomes comments from students during class and willing to answer any questions. Overall very helpful in furthering my knowledge on the subject.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Material itself and environmental concepts linked to those materials was interesting and eye opening but was presented a bit too blandly. The films did help though, and added a certain element to the class, it helped apply concepts.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 The instructor was passionate about the subject and the lectures were enjoyable. The readings, however, were dull.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 He\u2019s a very kind and easy to understand professor. He keeps the class interesting and engaged. Should make people stay instead of them leaving. Very good Professor overall!<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Everything always takes an interesting viewpoint that I\u2019ve never thought about.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Very introspective class. Tied a lot of course material and readings back to our daily lives. Instructor also broadened my knowledge of how modern day thinking emerged and how it affected the evolution of our society as a whole. Instructor was clearly very passionate about the course and its material. I learned a lot in this class.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 More visuals for visual learners in PowerPoint ???? Very interesting and relevant info!<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Sometimes the lecture is boring, sometimes it is interesting. However, it is a pretty straightforward class, although you do have to keep up with the reading. If you do not like poems, then you\u2019ll be fine for the first half of the quarter, but for the second half, you\u2019re kind of screwed.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Professor Hiltner is very passionate about what he teaches and that can often pass on to students. The class can be interesting at times, but the content can also be boring. Overall it was a good class to take.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Interesting choice of documentaries that were informative and relevant. Appropriate choices of text to read. Overall an interesting course with an important perspective beign shared of the environment.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 The times that I actually paid attention, content was really interesting. But Hiltner goes through (really long) slides fast and it\u2019s kind of discouraging when you\u2019re trying to keep up!! I hate that he makes lecture mandatory but I guess it\u2019s okay, given he assigns no HW.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Appreciated your passion for the environment and the course. Sometimes the environmentalism was a bit too<\/u> peachy though. Maybe make the course more intense to encourage more participation. Would like to read more books\/more in depth readings. Interesting readings. Learned a lot about environmental literature. Thanks for all the environmental knowledge!<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Too many readings and lecture slides were too lengthy. Some of the readings were interesting and I wish we could\u2019ve taken more time to discuss them. I think it would be better if we only had a few readings (like 4 books) so we can discuss them during the quarter.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 It was sometimes hard to follow the paragraph style slides. The readings were too confusing to comprehend. Retained a lot more info through slides. Before the Flood! Awesome documentary.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Try to be un-bias regarding politics. Some students voted for Trump and find it offensive as hell and a waste of time when we could be continuing in lecture or reviewing instead of negatively addressing politics.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Availability of lectures online is very helpful. Instructor provides helpful, additional information along with what is presented in Prezi lecture. Instructor always open to discussion, easy to approach with comments\/questions, and does well facilitating discussion. Course material\/reading easy to access. Film Fridays were very helpful with pursuing the course in perspective in modern times.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 CONS: Too many words on slides\u2014full sentences are exhausting to read\/ keep up with. PROS: Movies are great\/inspiring. Class discussions interesting. Prezi online is helpful.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Class is informative and thought provoking but not very interactive. Could be helpful if instructor repeated questions that were asked so the whole class could hear and think about each question.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 The professor is clearly passionate about literature and the environment. The only thing I would suggest is not so much reading from the slides.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Incredibly interesting course\u2014 in respect to content and subject\u2014cool Professor. Suggestion: lectures could be more engaging if variation was added\u2014pictures on the slide, videos, that kind of thing. Over all, really enjoyed it and gave me a new perspective on the environmental issues faced today.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Try not to get too political.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Hiltner needs to be more strict about iClicker and attendance. Material is intriguing but he doesn\u2019t explore\/discuss the readings enough.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Interesting class! Would not have thought to read into literature through an environmental perspective.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Very interesting take on the environment using literature.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Some readings irrelevant\/difficult to understand. Professor too quiet the first half of the quarter.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Chill class. Boring but all classes are so its okay. Overall, pretty good class.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Very interesting take on literature.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Enjoyed this class. Reading wasn\u2019t hard and it was interesting.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Good instructor, very passionate about environmental issues. Material was kind of boring. Take Rivers and Tides off the syllabus PLEASE!!<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Walden is not fun, but Silent Spring is amazing. Appreciate the posted lectures.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 I really liked this class.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 I loved the course!<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Good work.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663\u2663 Good stuff<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663 I felt like the lecture was very boring. A lot of repetition. Speak with more enthusiasm. Andy Goldsworthy is the most boring movie I\u2019ve ever watched. And unfortunately now I\u2019ve watched it twice. Long paragraphs were very hard to follow\u2026 could never write down valuable info in time.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663 Professor set up an interesting course and was well organized, but could improve as a lecturer by being more animated and making some jokes.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663 Very interesting course with multiple points of views and perspectives. A great place where you are encouraged to speak your mind and learn about the world around you. The instructor is very understanding, and the work load is small. The course material is very understandable and interesting.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663 The instructor knows the material that he teaches, however, he reads off the slides and doesn\u2019t add anything extra. Since the slides are online, coming to the lectures seem slightly pointless.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663 Interesting class! Environment is so important\u2014teacher so passionate and very well educated. Should try to make this more interactive, more engaging so the entire class isn\u2019t just him regurgitating the paragraphs written on the PowerPoint. Great class\u2014learned a lot. Not a lot of readings\u2014good, just keep up and read before lectures!<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663 I enjoyed a lot of the material that was presented and taught in this class. I think, however, that the teaching was not 100% up to par with the material. It is obvious that Prof. Hiltner is passionate about the subject, but it was a little frustrating because he only read from the slides, so the only real reason is to come to class was for the iClicker.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663 Readings interesting but sometimes difficult to read. But overall. A very eye-opening class.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663 Interesting class. Liked it. Not boring. The class could be more engaging besides iClicker. Overall: Good class.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663 Very interesting. Climate change should be the number one most important issue to tackle for the U.S. and the world.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663 The course was really interesting and I learned a lot and would love to continue to learn about the subject. However, Hiltner only repeats what\u2019s on the slides. There is no incentive to pay attention. Perhaps try fill-in-the-blank slides so students have to pay attention.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663 This class WAS<\/u> life-changing, don\u2019t get me wrong. Prof. Hiltner is passionate and informed and it shows in his work. Sometimes consistent references to \u201cif you had been here\u201d can be somewhat unwelcome, however it didn\u2019t affect the quality of the class as a whole. Perhaps literature and its analysis just don\u2019t excite me personally\u2014but thank you for opening my eyes. Sincerely, the baby vegetarian.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663 Helpful that we have PowerPoint online. Interesting movies. Passionate teacher.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663 I enjoyed most of the films shown in class\u2014very enlightening!<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663 Too much reading. Lectures are quite boring and a lot of material. Course is made hard for no reason.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663 Could include updated texts to make the class more interesting. I think more people would be involved during lecture.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663 Kind of boring and doesn\u2019t make the information interesting. It is good material but is kind of dry with his presentation and delivery. Study guides would be great but not necessarily of utmost importance.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663 Very detailed lecture.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663 Too many tangents.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663 Very boring. Not a lively class.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663\u2663 The material was interesting.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663 I was expecting a literature course, but this class is more about environmental protection. I am sure some will find this appealing but as an English major student I was expecting more discussion of literature instead of whether we should eat meat or how many children we should have.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663 He will pronounce America like amur<\/u>icah a few times. This is arguably the only interesting feature of his voice. Beyond this is the rest of the class is rather interesting. The readings are important, and the lecture slides are quite well constructed.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663 More close reading, more in-depth interpretations of the text; lectures were repetitive.<\/p>\n

\u2663\u2663 The material is interesting but the teacher needs to be more stimulating and use better presentation skills.<\/p>\n

\u2663 Dull class with lectures that served to waste student time. Only take this course for an easy A. Lectures drag on and turn into rants on irrelevant tangents on issues unrelated to course material. Professor forces their political views on the class without regard for the student\u2019s own views, course, or time and takes away from learning.<\/p>\n

\u2663 Material is decent, but the teacher lacks any presentation skills. Lectures are dry and lifeless. I would sleep in class, cause his monotone voice is so lifeless. I would sleep in class, cause his monotone voice is so lifeless it humms the class to a lawl.<\/p>\n

\u2663 Boring lectures. Just read from the slides. Boring readings. Movies were pointless. The class had so much potential and was instead very<\/u> poorly taught. Worst class I have taken at UCSB.<\/p>\n

No rating<\/em> Excellent content, well organized course material. Knowledgeable professor! Enjoyed this class immensely, but it was hard to stay focused during lecture. Perhaps composing thought-provoking iClicker questions throughout lecture and requiring occasional write-up assignments submitted to GauchoSpace would help! Loved the course themes and takeaways. Good luck with getting an LE minor going!<\/p>\n

No rating<\/em> 10\/10 would recommend. Very easy. Pretty interesting. Movie once per week. Some reading, but not too bad.<\/p>\n

No rating<\/em> Very informative and interesting. I enjoyed how in depth the lectures are, and relating environmental problems to both the past, present, and future.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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