Reviews of professor Robert Burns

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 2.0/5
Prof B has impacted our lives! My roommate and I had him for an online asynchronous course and recorded our speeches. We both loved him. He even sent us audio feedback on our speeches. He was always willing to meet with us via Zoom if we needed extra help. Both of us were scared to death of public speaking but we grew with him. He's outstanding!

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 3.0/5
I haven't finished this class yet, but Professor Burns is easily the best professor I have had in my 4 years at URI. He has changed how I speak in class already in only two months. He cares about his students so much and only wants success. He reaches out and makes you feel so important in a class even with a large number of students

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 4.0/5
As an older student I loved him. Teaching is a calling for him & we all benefited from his commitment to teaching & our growth. I have changed the way I speak & listen & I am no longer afraid of speaking! A few things: Never cut class! Always get to class on time. Never make any excuses. Follow directions. Be professional. He is a great teacher!

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 3.0/5
From 4:00 to 6:45 I took Com 100 with Prof B and something amazing happened! I grew as a communicator and as a whole person. I was struggling with self-doubt and anxiety and wondered if I am liked only because of my appearance. But he made us see we have value and lowered my fears. I am grateful my Adviser said "I would take Prof Burns too!"

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 3.0/5
Two of the best decisions I made in 2018: 1. Returned to URI 2. Signed up for Com 100 with Prof Burns! I am no longer afraid of speaking & I understand how communication changes every situation. Next I want to take him for Public Speaking. He knows how to teach and he makes us want to excel too. You're lucky if you get into his course. Great prof!

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 3.0/5
I am taking Prof. Burns online right now and I recommend him to everyone. I had trouble getting into his course but I persisted, and I am happy I did! He knows what he is doing, can teach online, and is a practitioner of what he teaches! As my Mom said: He is the real deal! She had him and loved him too. And we overcame our fear of public speaking!

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 3.0/5
Bio180 is a somewhat difficult class in general, but Brother Burns teaches very the material very well and makes students feel safe to ask questions when they don't understand. He is very understanding and prepares students extremely well for exams. He's one of the best professors I have ever had and I would highly recommend him!