Richard Stott - George Washington University

Professor: Richard Stott
Department: History
College: George Washington University
Rating # 1
Overview:
  • Course: HIST2311
  • Grade Received: A
  • Overall Rating: 4.0
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Not Mandatory
Comment:
I really enjoyed The Jacksonian Era!! I learned so much about history! There are three essays and a test, as well as weekly discussions on the reading. This class is easy and he posts every powerpoint online. Participation is a grade so talking in the discussions is important. He loves concise essays. He is a quirky dude. making his lectures fun!!
Rating # 2
Overview:
  • Course: HIST1310
  • Grade Received: A
  • Overall Rating: 1.0
  • Course Difficulty: 1.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: No
  • Attendance: Not Mandatory
Comment:
Easy A. Lectures are useless and do not help for tests or essays. Professor Stott is difficult to understand as he rambles and his lectures are very disorganized. The class consists of two essays (the textbook and discussion help a lot for information) and two tests (know the IDs and essay prompts, be specific)
Rating # 3
Overview:
  • Course: HIST1310
  • Grade Received: A
  • Overall Rating: 4.0
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Not Mandatory
Comment:
Stott is a super sweet, understanding man who knows a great deal about what he teaches. Lectures can be dry at times and I'll admit I zoned out, but you will still learn a lot. The papers and the two exams were very straightforward, and they are graded by your TA. Do the readings for discussion, it will help.
Rating # 4
Overview:
  • Course: HIST2313
  • Grade Received: A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
I really enjoyed taking both Jacksonian Era and History of the American West with prof Stott. He's a very nice and knowledgeable guy. Participation matters, but like nobody else talks so if you talk 2-3 a class you'll get an A for participation. Paper can be hard but he lets you do optional drafts so just do those. Keep in mind I'm a history major.
Rating # 5
Overview:
  • Course: HIST2311
  • Grade Received: A-
  • Overall Rating: 4.0
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
The previous comment calling him a sweet, old man hit the nail on the head. Very nice guy, not very technologically adept, but really cares about his subject and is knowledgeable about it too! If you're looking for an interesting class, that's not very hard, with a professor that cares about his or her subject, take the Jacksonian Era with Stott.
Rating # 6
Overview:
  • Course: HIST1310
  • Grade Received: A-
  • Overall Rating: 3.0
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Not Mandatory
Comment:
Sweet old man, very knowledgeable. I think this class is very dependent on what TA you have. The exams are super easy; you received a very straightforward study guide and example essay questions. Make sure to write down the IDs on the power point at the beginning of class they will be on the test.
Rating # 7
Overview:
  • Course: HIST2313
  • Grade Received: A
  • Overall Rating: 3.0
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Not Mandatory
Comment:
Stott is kind and tries his best, but the class is super disorganized. Each week is 1 lecture/1 reading discussion. he grades easily and tells you exactly what will be on tests so you can very easily prepare. He has you read a lot but you can get away with skipping most readings if you're good at Bs-ing a comment or 2 during each discussion.
Rating # 8
Overview:
  • Course: HIST2313
  • Grade Received: Not sure yet
  • Overall Rating: 2.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: No
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Professor Stott is literally the MOST BORING LECTURER IN THE ENTIRE UNIVERSE. His attendance is mandatory which makes this dilemma worse. The paper had zero guidelines which made it VERY hard/confusing. The two exams were not too challenging; however, if you don't write an answer directly as learned from the lecture, you will be deducted points.
Rating # 9
Overview:
  • Course: HIST2313
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 3.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: No
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
He's a very nice man and willing to help if you ask for it, but he is a harsh grader. The paper for the class requires a lot of outside research and he will mark off if you just rely on class readings. Attendance is mandatory which can be a pain for poorly organized and boring lectures. He does not present historical events chronologically.
Rating # 10
Overview:
  • Course: HIST2313
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 2.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: No
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Really vague on the paper so prepare for the worst. The lectures are EXTREMELY boring but you have to show up. You can make it by with just doing the study guide and preparing the essays. Honestly, the most boring lecture I've ever sat through. Also, very unhelpful during office hours.
Rating # 11
Overview:
  • Course: HIST2313
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 4.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: No
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Professor Stott is your typical quirky history professor. He is a kind man who cares about students. Midterm, 10-page paper, and final (all written). He is clear with his tests but unclear what he wants with the paper.
Rating # 12
Overview:
  • Course: HIST1310
  • Grade Received: B+
  • Overall Rating: 3.5
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Stott is just your average history professor. He's a quirky guy who knows a hell of a lot about everything. Two papers, a midterm, and a final. Not difficult if you do the work. The TAs are pretty helpful, as they are the ones grading you. I recommend if you want an easy class. However, if you don't go to lecture, you won't actually learn much.
Rating # 13
Overview:
  • Course: HIST2313
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 3.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Prof. Stott is a really nice guy and extremely accommodating, but lectures are boring and there are zero guidelines for the research paper, so submit a draft. Readings not necessary.
Rating # 14
Overview:
  • Course: 80251
  • Grade Received: A
  • Overall Rating: 4.0
  • Course Difficulty: 1.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: Not Mandatory
Comment:
SO interesting, i love history but the lectures can get boring for some people not so interested. He always lets class out 15 minutes early which is great. You can pass the midterm and final easily enough. Two papers throughout the semester, both short (4-5 pgs) and if you follow the prompt, you get an A!
Rating # 15
Overview:
  • Course: HIST2160
  • 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:
Gifted professor whose lectures are interesting and engaging. Assignments and tests are straightforward manageable with minimal effort. If you want a good grade in a class where you learn a ton without having to do too much work -- Stott is your man!
Rating # 16
Overview:
  • Course: HIST1310
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 3.5
  • Course Difficulty: 1.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Stott is a very nice professor. This class is remarkably straight forward and easy; your grade is evenly made up of two exams, two papers, and discussion. You hardly need to even read the textbook to get a grade in the A range. Put in a reasonable amount of effort for the papers and study a bit before the exams, and you'll be fine. Take this class!
Rating # 17
Overview:
  • Course: HIST3311
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 4.5
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
I love Professor Stott. He is one of the nicest guys at GW. He stutters a bit but that is easy to overcome. Assignments aren't too bad and he is a ton of help if you ask him. Really nice guy
Rating # 18
Overview:
  • Course: HIST71
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 3.0
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Very boring, but it is a good way to fulfill a requirement. Lecture attendance isn't mandatory but very helpful - he gives IDs that are on the midterm and final. Going to section is a big part of your grade and is really helpful. In general, not a terrible way to fulfill a gcr.
Rating # 19
Overview:
  • Course: HIST071
  • 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:
This class isn't difficult. It's important to go to the lectures, because Professor Stott gives you the ID's that will be found on the midterm/final. Professor Stott is an adorable old man who is very knowledgeable and loves what he does for a living. The TA's are awesome and extremely helpful. Overall, no surprises in this class. Take this class.
Rating # 20
Overview:
  • Course: HIST071
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 4.5
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
A discussion section, two 6 page papers, and a midterm and final, neither of which are cumulative. A good amount of reading, and lectures can be kind of boring, but it's an interesting class if you show up and pay attention. I'd recommend it!
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