Ed Cole - Grand Valley State University

Professor: Ed Cole
Department: History
College: Grand Valley State University
Rating # 1
Overview:
  • Course: HST289
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 1.5
  • Course Difficulty: 5.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
attending the lectures was completely useless, I learned more by watching youtube videos and documentaries about Russian history than I did in his class. He deosn't involve the class at all, just talks, and talks, and talks for an hour ad half straight about everything you just read.
Rating # 2
Overview:
  • Course: HNR215
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 3.5
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Professor Cole is an amazing teacher. He knows absolutely everything about history, so if you need clarification, don't hesitate to ask. He speaks slightly monotonously, but if you listen to what he's saying, it's really interesting. If you take good notes, you can answer any of his assigned questions, which are few.
Rating # 3
Overview:
  • Course: HNR215
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 4.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
He is such a sweetheart; his feigned obliviousness to his wife's funny, pretend nagging makes the class even more interesting. Whenever he comes in he enters with a tux, a bowtie and sunglasses and it's the funniest thing in the world to see him smile widely up in front of class, obviously enraptured by the subject he teaches.
Rating # 4
Overview:
  • Course: HNR215
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Sweet old man
Rating # 5
Overview:
  • Course: HNR226
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 3.5
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Professor Cole has extremely long and boring lectures. He doesn't use a powerpoint or outline or anything so it's really hard to follow. He writes occasional words on the board and expects you to understand. It's hard to stay awake, let alone learn anything. He doesn't expect too much though - just a few papers. Fairly easy - just boring.
Rating # 6
Overview:
  • Course: HIST102
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 2.5
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Professor Cole is a very nice man, however his lectures in class do not related to the exams AT ALL! You are required to do much research outside of class to find answers for his exam questions (owls) and you never know if they are right. He is very smart but you will not learn much from the class.
Rating # 7
Overview:
  • Course: HST102
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 3.5
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Very knowledgeable about the subject however he does not teach this class well.Lectures do not have much to do with exams and the exams are really hard.Also he is super unorganized and you have no idea what your grade is until you get your final grade. Nice guy, but not that good of a teacher.
Rating # 8
Overview:
  • Course: HST389
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
It's a shame that kids looking for an easy A bring down Dr. Cole's grade. He is the best history professor GVSU has on staff. Cole is brilliant, and really a diamond in the rough here. Take him if you're in college to actually learn something or better yourself.
Rating # 9
Overview:
  • Course: HST102
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 3.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
He is a very nice guy but is not a good teacher. He is super knowledgeable and there is little work required for this class.The exams are impossible and even though they are a scan tron it takes him about two months to get them back and you just get to see your grade.Also it is nearly impossible to get an A.If you want a good grade do not take him.
Rating # 10
Overview:
  • Course: HST102
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 3.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Had him for European history. Probably the worst setup class I've ever taken. He lectures about the most random things in class and everything he says is useless when trying to study. The guy is hilarious, take him if your a history genius. If not, steer clear. He's late, never gives work back on time, and is just not a very good prof.
Rating # 11
Overview:
  • Course: HST102
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 3.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Attendance is not mandatory, but you should go. Quizzes over nightly readings. He's got great stories and makes the class interesting. He's hard, but worth it. AMAZING professor.
Rating # 12
Overview:
  • Course: HNR225
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 3.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Very intelligent professor. Knows everything off the top of his head, so don't hesitate to ask a question. Lecture is long and can get dull, but don't fall behind in the reading or you're screwed. He may fall off-topic and sometimes makes a mess on the board which can be hard to follow, but he will get to the point in the end.
Rating # 13
Overview:
  • Course: HST102
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
He is the sweetest man in the world! If you take anyone else for history, you're missing out! He has all sorts of stories and hilariously awful drawings, but he still covers the material adequately and clearly, doesn't ramble irrelevantly. Just do the readings, attend regularly, keep up to date on the OWLS and you'll be fine. HIGHLY RECOMMEND HIM!
Rating # 14
Overview:
  • Course: HNR226
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 4.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Cole and Rydel make a wonderful pair. He is the sweetest guy, and I would honestly ask him a history question over a text book any day - he knows it better and explains in a way that makes sense and is relevant. His stories really make the class. You are missing out if you don't choose this sequence!
Rating # 15
Overview:
  • Course: HST102
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 3.5
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
I honestly loved professor Cole. Now that I think about it, I am really going to miss going to his class. I really didn't like history before hand but his crazy stories and drawings really helped me remember the material. The bean quizzes can be difficult, but if you say there was a problem with blackboard you can basically get away with anything.
Rating # 16
Overview:
  • Course: HST102
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 3.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Love his bow ties he wore everyday and his humor. His "bean quizes" are really annoying but if you read they are generally an easy 5 points. His tests aren't bad, they are based off the OWLS he posts every week, so as long as you find the correct answers and memorize them you are golden. This class seemed pretty difficult to me for being HST 102
Rating # 17
Overview:
  • Course: HST391
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 4.5
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
The sweetest man ever! I had a hard time understanding the material, but it was a high level for my first Russian History. Extremely laid back and understanding. Love him!
Rating # 18
Overview:
  • Course: HNR225
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 3.0
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
I hate history and still do but he is so quirky and sweet that I didn't mind the class. Loves history and always laughs at random ironic facts, which makes everyone else laugh and lectures bearable. He has also led a VERY unusual life and has plenty of stories that no one should miss. Rydel and Cole are an excellent choice for honors civ.
Rating # 19
Overview:
  • Course: HST102
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 2.5
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
he's a really nice/funny guy, but be warned, if you don't like history don't take him. if you like history im sure it'll be great. i have not taken history since early high school and he jumped into it to quickly for me. and everyday is a boring lecture. if you dont like history you probably will have a hard time staying focused/interested.
Rating # 20
Overview:
  • Course: HST102
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 1.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Very knowledgeable, helpful, and interesting. Listen to his rambles, there's a good chance you'll remember what he's rambling about! The "bean" quizzes made me feel as though we were in 3rd grade but other than that I loved his class... and his bow tie :)
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