Charles Smith - The Ohio State University

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Charles Smith - The Ohio State University

Professor: Charles Smith

Department: Political Science

College: The Ohio State University

Rating # 1

Overview:

Course: POLITSC4139
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Really enjoyed Professor Smith, and would take this class again. I took it during the pandemic, so everything was online and open note. If you miss a zoom lecture it was no big deal because he always posted recordings. Quizzes were simple and the midterm and final were online and open note.

Rating # 2

Overview:

Course: POLITSC4139
Grade Received: A+
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

This is one of my favorite professors and favorite classes. The material was interesting and he does a really great job of discussing controversial issues. He makes it pretty clear from the beginning he does not want this class to be a point of stress. 2 exams, 4 opinion/reaction essays, 6 quizzes and he drops the lowest. pretty entertaining too!

Rating # 3

Overview:

Course: POLITSC4135
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 4.0
Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

EASY 4000 level class. Based off of 3 exams and 7 online quizzes. Your lowest quiz score gets converted to extra credit. Exams were very easy, I didn't have to take the final bc my grade was 87+%, and book was "required" but I stopped using it after the first exam because I didn't need it. Ended with 102.5%. Take him! Very funny guy also.

Rating # 4

Overview:

Course: POLITSC4139
Grade Received: A+
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

I took two classes with him! He's really funny and makes class enjoyable. It's really hard not to get an A, he gives you so much EC. The shooting range trip was really cool. I also liked the documentaries and guest speakers. Plus he navigates controversial topics really well!

Rating # 5

Overview:

Course: POLITSC4139
Grade Received: A+
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

TAKE THIS CLASS! Show up to lecture and you'll ace the quizzes PLUS he'll bump up your grade at the end if he sees you had good attendance. Four short papers and if you turn them in early he'll give you a 100%. Only look at the material he gives you on the review guides and the exams are easy, not to mention there's up to 10pts of EC on the exams.

Rating # 6

Overview:

Course: POLITSC4139
Grade Received: A+
Overall Rating: 3.0
Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Annoying and overrated. Take it if you need a GPA boost but not if you wanna learn anything worthwhile

Rating # 7

Overview:

Course: POLITSC4139
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 2.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Terribly boring. Charles isn't nearly as interesting or funny as he thinks he is. Information is spread way too thin and honestly the class is pretty useless but it's an easy A.

Rating # 8

Overview:

Course: POLITSC2150
Grade Received: A+
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Had Professor Smith for a second session class and he was absolutely amazing. He was always very informative. Ended up with over a 100% in this class because of the amount of extra credit along with the midterms being easy. Professor Smith is also very accommodating and helpful by responding to emails in a timely manner.

Rating # 9

Overview:

Course: POLITSC2150
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Great Professor. Had him for a Session 2 class and it was a breeze. Had to write a few papers but the exams were easy, you could bring a full sheet of notes, and he made a study guide. He is also a fun and interesting professor. Definitely woulf recommend.

Rating # 10

Overview:

Course: POLISCI4139
Grade Received: A-
Overall Rating: 4.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Really good prof, interesting and funny lectures. He tends to get side-tracked a lot and his presentations aren't that helpful, which made the exams somewhat difficult, but I'm pretty sure he grades on a curve. 4 short "reaction" papers helped boost your grade. Lots of guest speakers and videos as well. Show up, pay attention, and you'll pass.

Rating # 11

Overview:

Course: POLITSC4139
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Great professor. Very knowledgable about the subjects he teaches, and his exams are relatively easy as long as you know the material. His lectures are interesting and worth going to even though attendance isn't required. Lots of extra credit as well (even though he claims that he thinks he gave us too much)

Rating # 12

Overview:

Course: POLITSC4139
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Awesome Professor. Interesting class

Rating # 13

Overview:

Course: POLISC4139
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:

Professor Charles Smith is definitely one of the best professors I've ever had in my life. He claims to be a Republican, but you would never guess it based on his lectures. He is very funny and will keep students engaged for the entire class period. Professor Smith is probably one of the most knowledgeable people about politics and government

Rating # 14

Overview:

Course: POLISCI4139
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Professor Smith is awesome. The Gun Politics course was awesome. Professor Smith is a republican, and as a democrat I thought he did very well at lecturing without any political bias on an issue where political bias is often prevalent. Lots of extra credit, hard not to get an A.

Rating # 15

Overview:

Course: POL4135
Grade Received: A+
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 1.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: N/A
Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Only three exams for Con Law but gives so much bonus that it's impossible to get less than a 100%

Rating # 16

Overview:

Course: POLITSC4139
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

You couldn't ask for a better professor! Taking a course with him before you graduate is a must. Professor Smith makes you want to come to class all the time. He is hilarious, lectures are entertaining, and there are also guest speakers and videos! You will learn everything you ever wanted to know about guns and even get to go to the shooting range

Rating # 17

Overview:

Course: 4139
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

One of the best classes I have ever taken at OSU, and definitely one of the best professors. He is funny, engaging, and keeps your interest for the full hour and 20 minutes. No exams, he focuses mainly on a few quizzes and papers, and if you show up more than you don't, you should be able to get an A.

Rating # 18

Overview:

Course: 459702
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

The course was a global view on gun control. there were 2 exams about 4 quizzes online and 1 ten page research paper. He gives a lot of extra credit points through out the term. Attendance was taken and counted to help you if you attended not hurt you if you did not. very interesting He is a nice guy and a great instructor.

Rating # 19

Overview:

Course: PSC4139
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:

Such a cool guy. There are a couple papers and online & open book quizzes but if you do the work an A is pretty easy. He is very helpful during office hours and the class is interesting. I definitely recommend the course!

Rating # 20

Overview:

Course: PS518
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:

Interesting lectures by one of the best PoliSci professors I've had at Ohio State. Easy A if you do the readings for each quiz and have him review your paper before turning it in. Take this class.

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