Harris Bell - Austin Community College

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Harris Bell - Austin Community College

Professor: Harris Bell

Department: History

College: Austin Community College

Rating # 1

Overview:

Course: HIST1301
Grade Received: B
Overall Rating: 3.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Took this class spring of 2021, all online. Professor Bell is an okay professor overall. The grading contract is kind of dumb, if you are planning on taking this class, I'd rec just going with a B or C for it. Mostly just grades based on tests and discussion posts. Got a B in the class, took as a side course since my other one was my major.

Rating # 2

Overview:

Course: HIST1301
Grade Received: B+
Overall Rating: 1.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Honestly, I worked so hard in this class just hated the grading system. There was no extra credit at all. I was aiming for an "A" wrote the essay but missed it by 5 points. History is supposed to be easy. I don't know why it was one of the hardest and most stressful class!

Rating # 3

Overview:

Course: HIS1301
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 1.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

This is by far one of the worst courses I've ever seen. He makes you sign a grading contract which is flat out stupid. Allow students to recieve an A based on their total points. This class is about having students do the most work for a subject that is relatively easy. He doesn't care about teaching this is about control for him and it's sad.

Rating # 4

Overview:

Course: HIST1301
Grade Received: C-
Overall Rating: 2.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

PLEASE I am BEGGING you, do not take this class. This was one of my first college classes coming straight from high school. Online he is not available whatsoever and then judges you when you do need help. I took this class during COVID and we had no guidance at all. Tests and quizzes were NOTHING like the real tests!!

Rating # 5

Overview:

Course: HIST2301
Grade Received: B
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Awesome Professor! If I had to take him again I wouldnt have any doubts Im my mind not to. I signed a C Contract and endured up with a B. Hands down best professor Ive ever had. Online class super easy.

Rating # 6

Overview:

Course: HIS1301
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 4.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

This class is simple if you do a few things. Attend Class for lecture notes, Read the book chapters and do the chapter objectives outside of class. Professor Bell gives extra credit in group assignments such as cross words and multiple choice questions. To get an A all you have to do is attend class, read and study. Simple as that. No excuses.

Rating # 7

Overview:

Course: HIST1301
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 3.0
Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Although the tests are multiple choice, you better make sure you know every detail of the question, or else you'll be having to play your hand. The most annoying questions were ones that asks "what is NOT a detail of ____" or ask for minor details of events or of characteristics of a person. Responds at any time. Be careful to read the syllabus.

Rating # 8

Overview:

Course: HIST1301
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 1.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I'm taking his online class. He puts absolutely no effort into the class. He only reminds you of due dates when you are half way into the semester. He asks you to read the chapters, comment, then test- not too complicated but I almost forgot that I had the class because he is so uninvolved. Would highly NOT recommend his online class.

Rating # 9

Overview:

Course: HIS1301
Grade Received: D-
Overall Rating: 1.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I dont know how to further explain.

Rating # 10

Overview:

Course: HIS1301
Grade Received: C
Overall Rating: 1.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He's not very hands on and even though I read every chapter and gave in depth answers on my reviews the tests are filled with ridiculous "gotcha" answers. Every couple of questions will have 2 or 3 answers that basically worded the same but slightly different so it really impedes your chances to succeed and forces you into unnecessary extra work.

Rating # 11

Overview:

Course: HIS1301
Grade Received: WD
Overall Rating: 1.0
Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

The online course is very difficult due to the test

Rating # 12

Overview:

Course: HIS1301
Grade Received: A+
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Prof Bell is amazing. Prepare to have your worldview blown out of your skull. Work hard, participate in class and DO THE HOMEWORK. All tests are directly from reading/ homework w/ extra credit from lectures. If you follow his instructions he hands you an A, practically guaranteed. Hard but worth the effort. Made history REAL.

Rating # 13

Overview:

Course: HIS1301
Grade Received: A+
Overall Rating: 3.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Mr. Bell is a really good teacher, when I say that I mean he knows his stuff & you learn a lot in his class. This class is not a cake walk and get ready to be challenged. He is very direct. What he says in the beginning of the class (first day) is absolutely true. Study the slides, book, do the review, read every chapter, and study, you will pass.

Rating # 14

Overview:

Course: HIST1301
Grade Received: WD
Overall Rating: 1.0
Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

I will not take a course from a Professor who does not give a chance for students to pass. Harris withdrawal me from his course when I made at least a grade C out of his three test that was due in a few weeks and after I had 6 comments on the discussing board. So why pay a professor when you can learn history on your own?

Rating # 15

Overview:

Course: HIS1301
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 1.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

The class is easy enough, in theory. Mr. Bell, unfortunately, does not do anything to teach the class and then is incredibly condescending and rude when asked any questions. I was registered for his 1302 class but have since dropped it due to his poor attitude. I do not recommend this professor.

Rating # 16

Overview:

Course: HIST2301
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 1.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Looking to study African American history? You're better off reading the text book. The test questions are oddly specific, despite having broad review concepts. The teacher leaves hardly any input into the class and it isn't made clear how exactly the extra credit would add in if the class is based on a contract. Just read the text book.

Rating # 17

Overview:

Course: ENGL1301
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:

Very entertaining class. All the grades are tests and one very, very easy project. Theres three things that help you on the tests: Slides, book, and review. I dont recommend reading the book, just do the review, and show up to class. He gives a lot of opportunities for extra credit If you want to ace the class you have to do it. Easy points.

Rating # 18

Overview:

Course: HIS1301
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 2.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Weirdest class I've taken, by far. You have to pick a "grading contract" which makes absolutely no sense. Read the contracts extremely carefully and don't automatically pick the A contract, unless you have a lot of time on your hands. Isn't responsive and tests are pretty difficult. Would not take him again, for sure.

Rating # 19

Overview:

Course: HIST2301
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Awesome Professor with a great sense of humor. He is extremely caring and want his students to achieve their goal. Prepare yourself for a lot of reading the chapters are extremely long his teaching style is straight forward. This was a tough class, but I enjoyed the journey of History I hope to take more of Professor Bell classes. Would definitely

Rating # 20

Overview:

Course: HIS1301
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 2.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

If you take this class online though there are only 5 test you are really crunched for time on them. He makes you pick what grade you would like at the beginning of the course, if you pick the A contract must complete all of the requirement of the other contracts as well as write a lengthy paper. My advice is read all of the contracts verycarefully

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