This was how one of my favorite professors would teach, only instead of videos, you just had to read the books and readings he assigned. The majority of class

This was how one of my favorite professors would teach, only instead of videos, you just had to read the books and readings he assigned. The majority of class was spent with him in the front of the room responding to questions or comments about the assignment. He was really gracious and took the time to respond to what might have seemed like bad questions and somehow use them as a springboard to further the discussion. He would also usually throw out book, movie, or music recommendations that popped into his mind during the course of the class that was related to the topic. His passion for history and ability to engage the students was what made him an excellent professor.