Douglas Montagna - Grand Valley State University

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Douglas Montagna - Grand Valley State University

Professor: Douglas Montagna

Department: History

College: Grand Valley State University

Rating # 1

Overview:

Course: HST302
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 4.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Overall he's a pretty easy professor & he's usually available during office hours to help with papers. The one gripe I have about him is an over-emphasis on Native American history during a class about Revolutionary America; I'm not saying this part isn't important, but the amount of time spent on that vs. the American Revolution was pretty large.

Rating # 2

Overview:

Course: HST205
Grade Received: A-
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Montagna is amazing! I took him online so I probably didn't learn as much but he was so nice and helpful. The class is pretty easy as long as you read and do the quizzes and papers. but if you don't know the material, good luck. You have to read 3 books and have to write 3 big papers. There's a few timed exams and quizzes but nothing too bad.

Rating # 3

Overview:

Course: HIS103
Grade Received: A-
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

One of the nicest professors I have ever come across at Grand Valley. He is always open to meeting with students for help and to help in any way. I highly recommend him for any HST 103 class, he is a gem!

Rating # 4

Overview:

Course: HNR213
Grade Received: A-
Overall Rating: 4.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Doug is a good man. Far and away the only good professor I had in my year at GVSU before transferring. Took his honors American civilization class and it was pretty interesting. Not too hard at all as long as you give yourself ample time to work on the papers.

Rating # 5

Overview:

Course: HON223
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

The sweetest man to ever walk this earth. We were all crying a little bit when we said goodbye on the last day. He's kind, supportive, and will do whatever you ask of him, whether it be peer editing or a job recommendation. I look forward to being in his classes in the future.

Rating # 6

Overview:

Course: HST205SW
Grade Received: B+
Overall Rating: 4.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Professor Montagna was such a nice professor! I took his online HST 205 SWS class and it was so easy. There were only 3 papers to write and discussion boards every week. He always emailed you if you needed help and is very understanding. I would definitely take a class with him again.

Rating # 7

Overview:

Course: HST205
Grade Received: A-
Overall Rating: 3.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: No
Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Maybe its because I took him in the summer, but holy cow were there so many unnecessary papers in such little time. Most of the time the papers were relatively easy to complete, but its hard bc you basically learn American history through documents. No lectures, and if he uploads one there no background knowledge, you have to know the topic already

Rating # 8

Overview:

Course: HST205
Grade Received: A-
Overall Rating: 3.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: No
Attendance: N/A

Comment:

He's an alright prof, really wants you to succeed and do your best but sometimes can be picky about the papers. The only thing that bothered me a lot was that we had so many papers and discussions for an online class that was half the time. I understand that its an SWS course but we had literally 2x the character requirement in half the time.

Rating # 9

Overview:

Course: HST205SW
Grade Received: B+
Overall Rating: 4.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Good, interesting SWS class. If you need to take one, this is a solid choice. His grading system is clear cut, with a schedule given at the beginning of the semester for every assignment. Tests are easy if you pay attention to lectures and go over the power-points, though they are all writing. As long as you put in a little effort, you'll be fine.

Rating # 10

Overview:

Course: HST205SWS
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 3.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I took this class as a 6-9 and it could get pretty boring. But this Prof is all right. He is fairly easy and doesn't expect too much of you. Exams are fairly easy if you've read and studied some.

Rating # 11

Overview:

Course: HIS103
Grade Received: A-
Overall Rating: 4.5
Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

I really enjoyed Professor Montagna. His lectures go deep into the topic and he is very clear when teaching. His review guides are amazing. There are 4 tests and 2 papers which are not hard to get good grades on. The books required are cheap (4 books at $5 a piece). Although I never read them, I did use them for the papers. You get 6 absences.

Rating # 12

Overview:

Course: HIS103
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 4.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Professor Montagna is awesome. He doesn't lecture from a power-point, he basically just talks the entire time, and you have to write down the information yourself. He assigns four tests and two papers, but is clear on his expectations. It's not hard to get A's on them. Tests are all short answer, but if you cover the basics, you"ll get full credit.

Rating # 13

Overview:

Course: HNR213
Grade Received: A-
Overall Rating: 4.5
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Not intimidating at all, friendly and makes class a minimal stress thing. Very understanding and helpful.

Rating # 14

Overview:

Course: HNR213
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 4.5
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Montagna actually cares about his subject and his students. He is flexible and willing to help as much as possible. Would definitely take one of his classes again.

Rating # 15

Overview:

Course: HST205
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 3.5
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Alot of the class was around reading the books you're assigned then discussing them in class. Basically he's give us a test outline, I'd print it out, study what I needed to know, and got an A on all the tests. Papers are most of your grade, he's helpful when it comes to clearing Essays up. Papers are a little tough, but put in the work.

Rating # 16

Overview:

Course: HST204
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

the notes and reading material can be boring but all of it is bearable and the quizzes and exams come directly from the notes so pay attention and there is no possible way to fail! as a side note, he is obsessed with Game of Thrones

Rating # 17

Overview:

Course: HON223
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 4.5
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

I LOVE Doug. He is very kind and goes out of his way to help students with anything. He has also gone out of his way to establish a relationship with us outside of the classroom. He is the most flexible professor I have ever had and will move due dates upon request. His discussions are very clear and it is very easy to get an A in his class.

Rating # 18

Overview:

Course: HNR213
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Knowledgeable, nice, and open-minded. He is exceptionally flexible (more so than any professor I've ever had) and likes giving out As. If you don't get an A, he will be sure to tell you why and offers all of the help you need. Brings donuts on quiz days!

Rating # 19

Overview:

Course: HST311
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 3.5
Course Difficulty: 2.0

For Credit: N/A
Textbook Used: No
Would Take Again: N/A
Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Assigns small books and online articles for reading. Class is discussion based. At times seems disorganized or stumbles but is very knowledgable and open-minded. Very approachable and willing to see drafts for papers. Gives good constructive criticism on papers, so follow it and you will do well. Midterm was fairly tough but interesting.

Rating # 20

Overview:

Course: HNR213
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 4.5
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Very nice professor. He is willing to help outside of class and is very flexible if you need him to be. Focused on 3 books all semester and 3 papers. It was fairly simple and while repetitive, easy to keep up.

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