Jefford Vahlbusch
University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire
Department:
Foreign Language
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He's a crazy bastard, but if you get on his good side you'll have it easy. He's very passionate about the language and wants his students to do their best. Watch out for his temper, do your work and be nice and you could become the star of his classroom.
Nice guy, does know how to teach German well. However, his Philosophy on Education is forced motivation...pushing your buttons until you do your absolute best. This at times comes across as insulting, rude, and intimidating. In the end, he does mean well and just wants to see you succeed. It's just that he doesn't give you that motivation or encouragement in a professional way. He needs to learn how to control his temper if you disagree with him. However, you will leave his class with a better understanding of the language.
Positive:
Good professor.
Is interesting/entertaining/funny
Is challenging
Motivates students to do well
Is willing to help students anytime
Shows a love of teaching
Shows a great knowledge of subject matter
Has enthusiasm in the classroom
Negative:
Expectations are unclear or lofty
Overly difficult tests or assignments
Makes class too challenging
Very nice person and is always willing to help. Sometimes class can be frustrating because it is unorganized.
Positive:
Is interesting/entertaining/funny
Is challenging
Brings discussion into the classroom
Is willing to help students anytime
Involves students in every lecture
Negative:
Expectations are unclear or lofty
Notes/lecture is confusing
Positive:
Negative:
Is a bad professor
Would not recommend this professor
Expectations are unclear or lofty
Lacks enthusiasm in the classroom
Poor sense of humor
Worst professors I've ever had!

Positive:
Good professor.
Great teaching methods/approach
I would recommend this professor
Is interesting/entertaining/funny
Is challenging
Negative:
Expectations are unclear or lofty
Overly difficult tests or assignments
Makes class too challenging
Professor does not relate to students