Steven Reich - James Madison University

Professor: Steven Reich
Department: History
College: James Madison University
Rating # 1
Overview:
  • Course: HIST322
  • Grade Received: A-
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Loved him! You can tell he is passionate about history. Make sure you participate in discussions, as most of class is discussion based. Tough grader, but he is very fair and gives good feedback. Graded on 2 short papers, a research paper, a midterm, a final, and participation. Great guy to have a conversation with, great guy to learn from as well
Rating # 2
Overview:
  • Course: HIST322
  • Grade Received: B+
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
He is a very nice guy and accesible outside of class which allowed me to build a relationship with him. He grades very very tough and knows if you can do better and pushes you to do better. Has a nice curve at the end. I ended with a B but he gave me a B+. Graded on 3 papers, a midterm and final. The midterm and final were three essay questions.
Rating # 3
Overview:
  • Course: HIST395
  • Grade Received: A+
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
My favorite professor, period. He is extremely easy to get along with and encourages your participation in class by letting you openly speak your opinion without criticism (which is really rare). He actively tries to help you on your work, especially if you show interest in history or want to continue in the discipline. If you take 395 take him!!!!
Rating # 4
Overview:
  • Course: HIS225
  • Grade Received: A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Dr. Reich is 100% my favorite professor so far. You can automatically tell he loves what he does. He doesn't test on dates, but more so compares historical figures. If you take notes during the discussions, you will do well in the class. Write EVERYTHING down! You're allowed to use them during quizzes. And we used the book quite a lot.
Rating # 5
Overview:
  • Course: HIST225
  • Grade Received: Not sure yet
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
He's definitely my favorite professor at JMU so far and the most interesting class I've taken. Definitely a lot of reading, so if you don't do that it will be hard for you to do good. If you do your work and participate the class will be great. You can tell he is passionate about history and his job, I definitely would take him again if I can.
Rating # 6
Overview:
  • Course: GHIST150H
  • Grade Received: A-
  • Overall Rating: 3.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: No
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
This class switched to online halfway through, which was easier because most of your grade comes from essays and in-class discussions. Once online, there were two Canvas discussion boards every week, which means everyone got participation. His grading is very partial to his own taste and he doesn't use rubrics. He's passionate about the subject.
Rating # 7
Overview:
  • Course: GHIST150H
  • Grade Received: A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
If you like a professor that engages his class then he's your guy. If you never like to talk in class I wouldn't take him.
Rating # 8
Overview:
  • Course: GHIST150H
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 2.0
  • Course Difficulty: 5.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: No
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
The class is very political and one-sided, so if you have certain political beliefs, youll feel alone and attacked. He assigns tons of reading, sometimes over 100 pages between classes (more than what the syllabus says). Hes very approachable outside of class and is very helpful. In class, hed sometimes insult students.
Rating # 9
Overview:
  • Course: GHIST150H
  • Grade Received: Not sure yet
  • Overall Rating: 4.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
GET READY TO READ! 10 books in the course of the semester, along with several articles. The class is discussion based, so it's important that you do the readings and take part in discussion. 3 essays which make up the majority of your grade in the class aside from participation. We had some really great and engaging discussion in this class
Rating # 10
Overview:
  • Course: GHIST150
  • 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:
Dr. Reich had to leave half way through the semester and it was heartbreaking, because he was the best professor I've had. His class is discussion based from the readings for homework (which is quite a bit) but if you go to class and take notes, the exams and essays are easy, especially if you speak up in class, participate, and go to office hours.
Rating # 11
Overview:
  • Course: GHIST150
  • Grade Received: A+
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Thought-provoking, well-prepared and engaging discussions in class. The essays were relatively easy. There's a fair amount of reading but the subjects are interesting. The only downside was that there were so many kids in the class that serious essay feedback was scant. Overall a great and effective teacher that involves the class.
Rating # 12
Overview:
  • Course: GHIST150
  • Grade Received: B+
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Dr. Reich unfortunately had to take a leave of absence for personal reasons, but he was the best professor ive ever had. His lectures are engaging and he encourages participation. Theres a lot of reading and tough papers but I didnt mind them. I learned so much in the class. Hands down sweetest prof here. Loved him!!!!!
Rating # 13
Overview:
  • Course: GHIST150H
  • Grade Received: B+
  • Overall Rating: 4.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
What a man. You gotta speak up in class otherwise your grade is toast. He is a quirky guy which makes discussions interesting. There is SOOO much to read, 9 books in all with a ridiculous amounts of online articles. And he assigns his papers like a week before they are due. Watch out.
Rating # 14
Overview:
  • Course: HIST150H
  • Grade Received: A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
If you have the opportuntiy to take this class with Dr. Reich, do it. The amount of reading (9 books) can be intimidating at times, but if you put the effort into it it is not that bad. The class is entirely discussion driven, so if you thrive in that kind of environment as I do, it will be a blast. The grading is based off particpation and essays.
Rating # 15
Overview:
  • Course: HIST150H
  • Grade Received: B
  • Overall Rating: 3.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: No
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Starting with positives, I enjoyed class discussions and learned how to write papers in a different way that's pretty effective. However, I definitely found the volume of reading assigned to be very intimidating. I'd also say he's a harsh grader but if you write in the way he wants he's usually better. Very passionate, but a little extreme.
Rating # 16
Overview:
  • Course: GHIST150
  • 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:
Great professor you can really tell he loves his job, makes sure students participate and gets to know everybodys name. A little bit of a harsh grader but willing to help correct previous mistakes. Genuinely cares about how you do in his class. Grades attendance, not an easy a but the work is interesting, mostly writing.
Rating # 17
Overview:
  • Course: HIS225
  • Grade Received: B
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Not Mandatory
Comment:
Favorite class I've taken at JMU so far. A lot of his discussion sections had to do with feminism, so if you like that you'll love this class. Some of the readings are long but the long readings are really good. I still read books by those authors. For each period of history you learn about, he really gives you insight into the time period.
Rating # 18
Overview:
  • Course: HIST225
  • Grade Received: A-
  • Overall Rating: 4.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Not Mandatory
Comment:
This history class was interesting because it focused on the sides of US hist that you don't extensively learn about in high school. Grades papers harshly but going to office hours helps. Tests were short answer and also pretty difficult. There's a weekly textbook quiz on canvas but he drops the 2 lowest grades. Not an easy A but it is possible
Rating # 19
Overview:
  • Course: GHIS225
  • 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:
Professor Reich is an awesome professor who seems to really care about his students and teaching. The discussion sections are the only downside of taking HIST225 but he still makes them fun and easy. I highly recommend Dr. Reich
Rating # 20
Overview:
  • Course: HIS225
  • Grade Received: B
  • Overall Rating: 3.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: No
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
The grade is basically based off of midterm, final, and two papers. Very lecture heavy and most of the test material are based on lectures. He'll add a lot from a lecture most of the class doesn't show up to. As long as make your self-known in discussion section then your grade won't be that bad.
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