Dirk Deam - Iowa State University

Professor: Dirk Deam
Department: Political Science
College: Iowa State University
Rating # 1
Overview:
  • Course: POLS335
  • Grade Received: A-
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: No
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Dirk is one of my favorite professors I have ever had. From his choice of readings to his renowned lecturing style, all parts of the class have been interesting. I have to say he has inspired me to do and strive for excellence where I thought I could never reach before. Don't feel afraid to answer questions in his class either. Great Class.
Rating # 2
Overview:
  • Course: POLS215
  • Grade Received: A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
I took this course as a required class for my poli sci major in the fall of my freshman year. This prof is by far the favorite I've had at ISU and made me feel like I'm expanding my mind every day and really learning. There are a lot of readings but they're necessary for most classes. Overall, I LOVE this prof and highly recommend him!
Rating # 3
Overview:
  • Course: POL235
  • Grade Received: A-
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Dirk pushes his students to come to their own conclusions and to truly understand the material, rather than just reading it. The best way to describe it was that I felt like he was pushing me to think/learn more so than teaching. Do the readings or you will be lost. Also, the jazz lecture is funny lmao
Rating # 4
Overview:
  • Course: POLS335
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
I took this class my very last semester at Iowa State and can confidently say I learned more and was more engaged than any other class I took. He has so much first hand knowledge of the material, you'll learn from the lectures more than you ever thought. The class is not easy, however. I HIGHLY recommend going to quiz reviews with the TA.
Rating # 5
Overview:
  • Course: POL235
  • Grade Received: Not sure yet
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Dirk is absolutely amazing. The readings are absolute beasts but you NEED to thoroughly understand them to do well in the class. Participation matters and if you come to class you should be ready to talk. But Dirk's style of questioning is nothing like I've ever seen and he pulls the answer out of you even if you don't realize you have it in you!
Rating # 6
Overview:
  • Course: POLS319
  • 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:
Dirk is the best professor I've ever had. His classes aren't hard if you pay attention, minimally participate, and keep up with the reading. Attendence is NOT mandatory, but encouraged. Every reading assignment, lecture topic, and quiz is laid out in his syllabus, & his finals are open-book and can be done in a few BB pages. Quality over Quantity!
Rating # 7
Overview:
  • Course: POL235
  • Grade Received: C+
  • Overall Rating: 1.0
  • Course Difficulty: 5.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: No
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Take advantage of meeting with the TA for this class. Quizzes are difficult and you really have to thoroughly read the books. If you have questions, any questions at all, make sure you address them during class because you are graded on participation, plus it helps you in the long run. Take this class as serious as possible. NOT an easy A.
Rating # 8
Overview:
  • Course: POLSC420
  • Grade Received: B+
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 5.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Con Law was probably the hardest class I've ever taken but also where I learned the most!! AMAAAAZING prof, reading, & class period!!
Rating # 9
Overview:
  • Course: POLS319
  • Grade Received: A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
The BEST prof in the dept!! I took ALL his classes plus TA'd for him and learned SOOOO much from him! Take any class you can from him-he is SOOO intelligent!!
Rating # 10
Overview:
  • Course: POL235
  • Grade Received: B
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
I loved Dirk. The class was very thought provoking and one of my favorite classes at ISU to date. HIs class is very lecture heavy and he expects participation in discussions for a grade. If you do the readings, go to the lectures, and participate you are going to do well on the exams.
Rating # 11
Overview:
  • Course: POLS420
  • Grade Received: A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Wow. Dirk is by far the most profound thinker and lecturer at Iowa State. I cannot get enough of his classes. I learn and absorb information like a sponge due to his participation heavy Socratic method of teaching. I love the process, though I could see it not being for everyone. Nonetheless, for me, I am infatuated with Dirk and his courses.
Rating # 12
Overview:
  • Course: POLSCI420
  • Grade Received: B+
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
What is there to say, he's great. I feel like a better American citizen for taking his classes. He is what inspired me to become a teacher.
Rating # 13
Overview:
  • Course: POL363
  • 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:
Dirk is hands down the best professor in the political science department. He challenges you and makes you work for it. He genuinely wants everyone to understand what we discuss. If you don't participate, you won't get the full potential out of the class. He is intimidating only because he's so knowledgeable, but he's a great guy. 100% recommend
Rating # 14
Overview:
  • Course: POLS420
  • Grade Received: C+
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 5.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Great instructor. Good luck.
Rating # 15
Overview:
  • Course: POLI319
  • Grade Received: B
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 5.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
I studied for the final for, and I counted, 159 hours; but Dirk is still be best professor I've ever had. His class is very valuable for those looking to go to law school, but also rewarding for those who aren't.
Rating # 16
Overview:
  • Course: POLS335
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Dirk is great, and the class is very interesting. Watch out for the groupies that take every class with him, they're kind of annoying.
Rating # 17
Overview:
  • Course: POL235
  • 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:
Hope you like reading...
Rating # 18
Overview:
  • Course: POL363
  • Grade Received: B+
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Readings are due for every class and classes are discussion based about the readings. Very knowledgeable and an overall great class.
Rating # 19
Overview:
  • Course: POL235
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
With amazing characteristic and special style of teaching. However the course Do require a lot of reading and he does care about peoples involvement.
Rating # 20
Overview:
  • Course: POL215
  • Grade Received: B
  • Overall Rating: 4.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Dirk teaches with the socratic method, and class participation is 20% of the grade. There is a lot of reading for each class, but you know well in advance of when it's due. I learned a lot because he made us think and find the answers rather than just give them to us.
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