Reviews of professor Ananda Abeysekara

Rating: 4.0/5, difficulty: 4.0/5
I though he was an absolutely amazing teacher, and was very passionate about the topics. This is not the class for you if you struggle focusing online or dislike reading. The entire grade is three very abstract, albeit short papers, so do not take this professor if you struggle to write.

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 4.0/5
Overall, Professor Abeysekara is phenomenal. His class sessions are based on assigned readings and while, at times, they may be difficult to get through, Prof Abeysekara's lectures provide much needed clarity. He's very attentive to questions and student needs, gives really in-depth assignment feedback, and is accessible after class and via email.

Rating: 1.0/5, difficulty: 3.0/5
Do not take this class expecting a worldwide view on religion and politics. 
Its all just Indian history and religion. 
Bad essay prompts, tough grader, boring class

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 1.0/5
Dr. Abey is one of the best professors I've ever had. He's clearly very passionate about what he does and cares about his students a lot. He has a pretty strict no technology policy and attendance is a large portion of your grade, but if you're okay with taking notes on paper I would definitely recommend taking his class.

Rating: 1.0/5, difficulty: 3.0/5
Don't take this guy, he has no idea what he is talking about, he just throw rhetoric from his Buddhist background.

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 2.0/5
I am just proud to say that I am his student. High quality lectures and discussions!

Rating: 1.0/5, difficulty: 5.0/5
Horrible experience. Super dense content with little explanation or study help. No grades except for final, no clear expectations, 3 HOUR LONG lectures. No visuals, study aids, etc. Constantly interrupted students in class to only repeat the same thing. Refused to help students with final (review draft, etc.) even though it's 100% of grade. Awful