David Halahmy - Cypress College

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David Halahmy - Cypress College

Professor: David Halahmy

Department: History

College: Cypress College

Rating # 1

Overview:

Course: HIS110
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: Yes
Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Took his class for my GE's and he is very knowledgeable and approachable. His exams are based on both lecture and textbook, but he makes it clear what exactly he's grading on. Provides rubrics and offers review Zoom sessions. As long as you take good notes and do the work, you will get an A for sure.

Rating # 2

Overview:

Course: HIS111
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: Yes
Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Great class for a GE course. not a history major. very organized. I took it as an online class, he does hold a live zoom orientation the first week of class, it really helped. Everything is super clear, no surprises. Also puts his little daughter in a few lectures, she is so cute!!! Just read all announcements and you will never be lost.

Rating # 3

Overview:

Course: HIS110
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: Yes
Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Took History 110 and 111. He loves to help students and is very knowledgeable, I also like the little bit of life advice he gives. gives some great perspectives on history & everything is clear to follow. if you take good notes while watching his lectures it is a super easy class, b/c you can use the notes on the exams.

Rating # 4

Overview:

Course: HIST110
Grade Received: B+
Overall Rating: 4.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: No
Would Take Again: Yes
Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

He's a great teacher I loved the way he taught his lectures. The way he would teach his lectures were like they were stories which made it pretty interesting. Although his lectures from time to time were more than 25 mins. So I would get bored but his class wasn't hard but you do have to work for your grade. I didn't even read the textbooks lol

Rating # 5

Overview:

Course: HIS111
Grade Received: A+
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: Yes
Attendance: N/A

Comment:

I took Professor Halahmy's HIS111 class during spring semester of 2021, and he was an amazing professor. Some of his lectures were long, but all extremely interesting because you can tell he's passionate. Midterm and exam are a lot but so so easy if you prepare ahead of time. Loved this class, 10/10 would recommend Professor Halahmy for any class!

Rating # 6

Overview:

Course: HIS111
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: Yes
Attendance: N/A

Comment:

He is the best of Cypress College, cares about students, treats us with respect, grades assignments quickly, replies to email same day. Knows his stuff and presents it in a very interesting way. He even volunteered at the local senior center to do lectures for them.

Rating # 7

Overview:

Course: HIST111
Grade Received: B+
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: No
Would Take Again: Yes
Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

I cannot say enough! I took his 110 class and now I am taking the 111. You do not have to go to Zooms, you can listen on your own time, just take notes as he talks, he gives you a review sheet, try to keep up, you are actually learning, he makes it very interesting. He give you just enough work to really understand the stuff, not demanding.

Rating # 8

Overview:

Course: HIS110
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 4.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: Yes
Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Professor Halahmy is a great teacher! Due to COVID, most of the class is asynchronous but there are occasional Zooms. His class is based on pre-recorded lectures, & can be a bit lengthy (30min-1hr) but are interesting to watch. The workload is adequate. TAKE NOTES. Exams/Quizzes are based on lectures and are open notes/books. Would recommend.

Rating # 9

Overview:

Course: HIS110
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: No
Would Take Again: Yes
Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Took Western Civ I online. Lectures are all easy to follow and he very clearly tells you what you need to know for exams. 4 Quizzes that are multiple-choice and 2 tests that are 5 paragraphs and 1 essay. Lectures are interesting as well, highly recommend them. No other assignments (except the occasion discussion board) so easy to work whenever.

Rating # 10

Overview:

Course: HIST110
Grade Received: B
Overall Rating: 4.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: Yes
Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

At first I thought it was boring class but Professor Halahmy puts his best effort in making sure the students understand,he is fun and gives you many opportunities to raise your grade even though he gives you very few points. His readings are on YouTube videos that he made himself and you can see it several times.

Rating # 11

Overview:

Course: HIST110
Grade Received: A+
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

For Credit: No
Textbook Used: No
Would Take Again: Yes
Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Listen... he is my favorite professor at Cypress because he actually puts in the EFFORT when it came to quarantine lessons. This man got a whole backdrop in his videos and stuff. His lectures were posted weekly, and there were a few assignments like discussion boards in his class sometimes. Exams aren't too difficult as long as you take good notes

Rating # 12

Overview:

Course: HIS111
Grade Received: B
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

For Credit: No
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: Yes
Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

I took Professor Halamy for History 111. He is an awesome teacher who really cares about his students. I took him online this semester, Fall 2020, and he created Youtube videos of all of his lectures. You can go back and view them as many times as you like, which is helpful in preparing for his exams. I would definitely take him again!!

Rating # 13

Overview:

Course: HIS110
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: Yes
Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Professor Halahmy makes history fun and teaches in a way that is clear and easy to understand. His online course is composed of video lectures that are pre-recorded. It is important to stay on top of the video lectures and take good notes. The quizzes are fill-in-the-blank. The mid-term and final are timed essays. I really enjoyed this class.

Rating # 14

Overview:

Course: HIS110
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 1.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: Yes
Attendance: N/A

Comment:

He gives you the study guide and you get to use your notes. The exams are timed, but if you prepare everything before the test it is an easy "A" His youtube lectures are also very interesting, and I emailed him many times and always got a quick reply!

Rating # 15

Overview:

Course: HIS110
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: Yes
Attendance: N/A

Comment:

His online class is very organized! And he replies back to emails faster then any professor I have taken. Most of the information you need is from his video lectures which are very interesting and easy to follow. He also send reminders which are nice.

Rating # 16

Overview:

Course: HIS110
Grade Received: B+
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: Yes
Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

His way of teaching is basically just story-telling. It sounds brutal but he makes history so much fun. I've never had such an amazing professor and I'm actually taking another one of his classes because I enjoyed the first class a lot. He lectures every class so if you miss a class you risk missing vital information.

Rating # 17

Overview:

Course: HIS110
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: Yes
Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Very lecture heavy. All tests are written response (no multiple choice). Tests are difficult if you don't memorize all the information from lectures, a little bit from textbook, and quiz. Definitely, not the class you'd procrastinate in. Other than the hard tests, prof is great. Really wants to help you succeed and loves history.

Rating # 18

Overview:

Course: HIST110
Grade Received: B+
Overall Rating: 4.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: Yes
Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Really enjoyed his class. Lectures were very interesting. Note taking is a must because of quizzes and exams. The quizzes are very easy. Exams are only a midterm and final. He gives you the possible essay prompts wayyy before the exams so you have enough time to prepare. Just study and youll do great.

Rating # 19

Overview:

Course: HIS110
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: Yes
Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Lectures are interesting and he makes it fun b/c he is very passionate about history. I would definitely take his class again b/c of how well he lectures. Exams are essays and he gives you multiple prompts and will choose 1. There will also be terms you need to write about.

Rating # 20

Overview:

Course: HIS110
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: Yes
Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Loved his class. Always there to help you. Just put in some effort, don't fall behind and you will do well. Like everyone says, great lectures, makes you enjoy learning. Take this class!!

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