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George Dutton
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SEAS 1: I have never read so much in my life. This guy requires you to do a TON of weekly readings (80-100 pages/week in pdf articles). We finished the entire textbook in like 3 weeks. There's also 2 papers that you have to do, one of which is an analysis of a novel (go figure). I've worked my ass off in this class and ended up with an A-. It seems like most students revert to a "pass or no pass" grading system halfway through the quarter. His exams aren't exactly easy either. There's a ton of fill ins, matching, and multiple choice questions and a couple essay questions at the end. What really pissed me off was the fact that he expects us to complete all of this in 50 minutes! If we had more time, I probably would have gotten an A in the class. Seriously, this guy is so inconsiderate and clueless about time. He also lectures really quickly to cram in as much material as he can so we'll be accountable for it on the exams. My TA Dahlia was great though. She was really helpful and gave good exam reviews.
SEAS 1: I have never read so much in my life. This guy requires you to do a TON of weekly readings (80-100 pages/week in pdf articles). We finished the entire textbook in like 3 weeks. There's also 2 papers that you have to do, one of which is an analysis of a novel (go figure). I've worked my ass off in this class and ended up with an A-. It seems like most students revert to a "pass or no pass" grading system halfway through the quarter. His exams aren't exactly easy either. There's a ton of fill ins, matching, and multiple choice questions and a couple essay questions at the end. What really pissed me off was the fact that he expects us to complete all of this in 50 minutes! If we had more time, I probably would have gotten an A in the class. Seriously, this guy is so inconsiderate and clueless about time. He also lectures really quickly to cram in as much material as he can so we'll be accountable for it on the exams. My TA Dahlia was great though. She was really helpful and gave good exam reviews.
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Fall 2025 - Professor Dutton is very passionate and well versed in this subject and is always willing to talk to students. He is incredibly kind and always excited to teach, and he is very inclusive and understanding. The workload is very light and the final exam was also not bad. It reminds me of an easier version of an AP test. There are multiple choice questions, fill in the blanks, and an essay response, but you will know the potential prompts ahead of time. There is no midterm and attendance in lectures is taken through an easy warmup question on the board. You can show up at the end of class and still submit. You don't need to show up to every lecture to understand the content and the discussions do a really good job of preparing you for the final exam. The discussions are easy and you don't even need to talk to get full credit, just show up. Highly recommend taking!!!
Fall 2025 - Professor Dutton is very passionate and well versed in this subject and is always willing to talk to students. He is incredibly kind and always excited to teach, and he is very inclusive and understanding. The workload is very light and the final exam was also not bad. It reminds me of an easier version of an AP test. There are multiple choice questions, fill in the blanks, and an essay response, but you will know the potential prompts ahead of time. There is no midterm and attendance in lectures is taken through an easy warmup question on the board. You can show up at the end of class and still submit. You don't need to show up to every lecture to understand the content and the discussions do a really good job of preparing you for the final exam. The discussions are easy and you don't even need to talk to get full credit, just show up. Highly recommend taking!!!
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Winter 2019 - TL;DR: It was tough but definitely worth So we basically have to read a novel every week... its kinda a lot but the novels are all really enjoyable reads. It was nice to finally read fun books again since I haven't read novels since high school. For me, the toughest part of this class was the essays. We had 4 book reviews throughout the quarter (3 short ones, 1 long one) and we had 3 essays for a take home final. The take home final was rough esp cuz it was due in finals week
Winter 2019 - TL;DR: It was tough but definitely worth So we basically have to read a novel every week... its kinda a lot but the novels are all really enjoyable reads. It was nice to finally read fun books again since I haven't read novels since high school. For me, the toughest part of this class was the essays. We had 4 book reviews throughout the quarter (3 short ones, 1 long one) and we had 3 essays for a take home final. The take home final was rough esp cuz it was due in finals week
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Winter 2024 - This class is very novel-based and essay-based. As long as you read the books and short stories and write the length-appropriate essay, you will get an A. Do not turn in work late. If you turn in 1 or 2 assignment late without an email letting him know, you will get a B/B+. Make sure you email him at least 12hrs if you are going to turn in late. Make sure you read the novel / stories because it is a discussion-based class and he will expect you to provide insight and specific plot information. Class was essentially 7 essays (1000 words), 1 final book review (1500-2000), and an evaluation with questions he ask you to answer. But, this was an easy class overall. He makes an effort to get to know you and understand where he can improve. He is funny with his comments and is quick to be devil advocate. he will also comment on all of your essays which was cute and informational. protip if you are taking this class, use goodreads for specific plot info and reviews.
Winter 2024 - This class is very novel-based and essay-based. As long as you read the books and short stories and write the length-appropriate essay, you will get an A. Do not turn in work late. If you turn in 1 or 2 assignment late without an email letting him know, you will get a B/B+. Make sure you email him at least 12hrs if you are going to turn in late. Make sure you read the novel / stories because it is a discussion-based class and he will expect you to provide insight and specific plot information. Class was essentially 7 essays (1000 words), 1 final book review (1500-2000), and an evaluation with questions he ask you to answer. But, this was an easy class overall. He makes an effort to get to know you and understand where he can improve. He is funny with his comments and is quick to be devil advocate. he will also comment on all of your essays which was cute and informational. protip if you are taking this class, use goodreads for specific plot info and reviews.
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