Alex Popovich - Kwantlen Polytechnic University - Surrey

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Alex Popovich - Kwantlen Polytechnic University - Surrey

Professor: Alex Popovich

Department: History

College: Kwantlen Polytechnic University - Surrey

Rating # 1

Overview:

Course: HIST2102
Grade Received: B+
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Alex is definitely one my fav profs I have had at KPU. Clear class format without a final, same for his online and in person class as I've taken both with him. For online he took a very laid back approach rather than an in your face approach that I actually prefer. Retiring soon so if you can I recommend taking a class with him.

Rating # 2

Overview:

Course: HIST1121
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 1.0
Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

He gave up to 50 pages of history books to read every week and expects a student to read, understand AND create a professional summary out of it. Do not give online lecture, just post assignment every week.

Rating # 3

Overview:

Course: HIST1121
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I have had Alex in other courses and he is very good. I think for the online course he is doing his best. I miss his great lectures. It's not the greatest but for history you still have to read and write. Anyone who does not like this should not take an online course, it's your choice.

Rating # 4

Overview:

Course: HIST1121
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 2.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Alex is a passionate History professor but does not know how to teach an online course. He is very hands off, gives you material to read and respond too, and is very vague with his expectations. No lectures done by him are posted. Just readings from the textbook. I paid money to be taught, not to teach myself the entirety of the course material.

Rating # 5

Overview:

Course: HIS1120
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Alex is one of my favourite professors. He makes you work, but it's worth it and you have to make an effort. I received a 9/10 on the document analysis, so don't believe what you read below! If you are too lazy to follow basic instructions you will fail.

Rating # 6

Overview:

Course: HIS1120
Grade Received: B
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Lots of course reading but if you are engaged in the material it really doesnt feel like a lot. Alex truly makes class enjoyable and make the already interesting material more interesting!

Rating # 7

Overview:

Course: HIST1130
Grade Received: C
Overall Rating: 1.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Unfair marker. He says he only gives out 8/10 maximum Assignments are unclear and he is disorganized. Do NOT take!

Rating # 8

Overview:

Course: HIST2102
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:

This guy is an amazing professor in the history department he is one of the best. My top 3 up there. He is super easy-going and cracks jokes time to time. His midterm and quizzes are faily easy if you do your homework, weekly readings of 20 pages or so and to top it off he allows you to bring a page of notes for any test or quiz he does.

Rating # 9

Overview:

Course: HIST1121
Grade Received: B
Overall Rating: 4.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Alex is honestly an amazing prof. You can see the passion he has for history in each of his lectures, he is incredibly knowledgeable. He is a fairly tough grader, but as long as you do the readings, make notes, and listen in class you'll be fine. All of this being said, he isn't very nice to those who don't put in the work. So make sure you do.

Rating # 10

Overview:

Course: HIST4420
Grade Received: C+
Overall Rating: 2.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

This was my first time ever taking a class with Alex. I would say he is a tough marker and expects a lot of participation from students. Lots of reading and for assignments, he provides great feedback for students to do better.

Rating # 11

Overview:

Course: HIST1120
Grade Received: C+
Overall Rating: 3.0
Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Alex is inspirational to listen to and very funny but he has a weird power dynamic in terms of marking. He will bring down your GPA and provides no feedback.

Rating # 12

Overview:

Course: HIST1120
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 2.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Alex is extremely rude and is a horrible teacher. He definitely knows his stuff but is very bad at teaching. There are no PowerPoints, so you have to rely entirely on your notes. He also calls out students in class often which is mean and makes them feel bad. Marks are based on midterm. presentation, a book review + final. Horribly tough marker.

Rating # 13

Overview:

Course: HIST3394
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:

Amazing professor. Does everything he can to ensure everyone in the class learns. From letting us know potential exam questions WELL in advance, to re-writing large papers. Be ready to read A LOT, and give it your all. Mandatory presentations, but they are interesting. Lectures are funny and very informative. Would take over, and over and over.

Rating # 14

Overview:

Course: HIST4420
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

One of the best and most interesting profs at Kwantlen. Not for the intellectually lazy or weak.

Rating # 15

Overview:

Course: HIST3320
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 2.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Lectures are boring, no slides or pictures for reference. His syllabus is vague and often has people confused. Changes assignment requirements and due dates on the fly.

Rating # 16

Overview:

Course: HIST1121
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 4.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Great teacher for those who wish to learn history seriously. Those who don't like him do so for reasons that they are fully aware of. Just do the readings and pay attention.

Rating # 17

Overview:

Course: HIST2119
Grade Received: B-
Overall Rating: 3.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Make sure you talk, write good notes and stay on top of the schedule. He never mentions it but there is textbook reading every week that is on the course outline. He doesn't give a lot of info on what he expects for his papers. Every class I've had with him has 10% presentation, 10% participation, 30% paper and 2 exams each worth 25%

Rating # 18

Overview:

Course: HIST1121
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Mr. Popovich is one of the best teachers at Kwantlen. He is very helpful and clear on what he expects. He will help you if you try,but if you are lazy or feel entitled to a good grade because someone else gave you one, you will not like his course.

Rating # 19

Overview:

Course: HIST4400
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 2.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Alex is rude/disrespectful in subtle ways. Puts huge pressure on participating (5-7 comments/class to get A in participation) which makes quiet people even more nervous to say something. Doesn't explain assignments well, if at all. The class is designed only for students who are comfortable with speaking constantly, not for quiet thoughtful ones.

Rating # 20

Overview:

Course: HIST3328
Grade Received: A-
Overall Rating: 4.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Easily one of the best profs at Kwantlen. Students who don't like him generally are not willing to put in the work to read and / or don't know how to argue and write logically. He expects your participation, and he expects your papers and contributions to be logically sound. His classes are engaging and hilarious if everyone does their work.

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