Mark Richards - Grand Valley State University

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Mark Richards - Grand Valley State University

Professor: Mark Richards

Department: Law

College: Grand Valley State University

Rating # 1

Overview:

Course: PLS307
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 love professor Richards! He made the class super easy and really wants to see his students do well. Because of covid, we had no exams, just weekly quizzes based of the lectures which he records and makes available to you! We had two essays and gave us an outline explaining how to get an A and is super understanding!

Rating # 2

Overview:

Course: PLS206
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 4.0
Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

I loved Professor Richards, you watch his lecture (only 10-20 minutes each) then take a quiz on it. Everything is open note, open internet. There are a couple of papers but he is very clear on what to do on each section of them. You do two presentations, but all you have to do it present and you get a 100. Highly recommend

Rating # 3

Overview:

Course: PLS206
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:

He lectured so well and as long as you watched the lectures it was very easy to get an A on the quizzes. The papers are long but he grades pretty easy. This class may have been the easiest class I've taken but it also is the class I learned the most in. He is so goo d at explaining and engaging with students!

Rating # 4

Overview:

Course: HRT105
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:

Prof Richards is an exceptional instructor. His expectations and grading criteria are crystal clear and it is easy to get an A if you follow his instructions. He is super understanding with extensions. He is kind, funny, and wants you to do well in his class.

Rating # 5

Overview:

Course: HRT105
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:

This was a great class though a lot of material in 6 weeks. There were numerous assignments, though not super difficult, and a 8 page paper (if you want an A on it) at the end. Assignments could be turned in late, Professor Richards gave a lot of leeway, and he also gave great feedback on all of them. You'll stay busy, but a great class and prof!

Rating # 6

Overview:

Course: PLS105
Grade Received: A+
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Highly recommend him and this class for your gen ed! He was so sweet and understanding about everything imaginable. He made his lectures interesting and provides you with the links necessary to do work-so don't buy the textbooks.

Rating # 7

Overview:

Course: PLS105
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

One of the greatest professors I have ever had. Very accessible and understanding of students challenges that may arise. I honestly would come back after graduation to take him again.

Rating # 8

Overview:

Course: PLS306
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Richards is the best prof. Hes super chill and accomodating. He teaches his class in ways that are easy to understand. Very lenient grader. His exams are just like practice quizzes and what he teaches in class, no surprises at all. Ive taken many polisci classes w him and hes the best.

Rating # 9

Overview:

Course: PLS206
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 4.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Prof Richardson is a really cool guy, who loves what he teaches, and cares about his students. The class isn't hard, there are 2 big papers, a presentation, a debate, and 3 exams. A lot of quizzes throughout the semester, but they're online with multiple tries, and then all the quiz q's are on the exam as well. Don't buy the textbook

Rating # 10

Overview:

Course: PLS306
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

One of the best poli-sci professors. Super easy exams, homework, and papers.

Rating # 11

Overview:

Course: PLS306
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Richards was a wonderful professor. He constantly has something intelligent to say on each topic he was teaching, or ranting about. He is a fun guy and reminds me of someones goofy father. He was always willing to help students in anyway he could. When asking for help, he gives valuable feedback and shows that he really cares for his students.

Rating # 12

Overview:

Course: PLS105
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:

I had this class online and he was amazing! You can tell he really cares about his students and wants them to learn. Honestly, one of the best classes I have taken! There were a ton of assignments but they all had a purpose and you can still miss a few and get a good grade. Definitely recommend!

Rating # 13

Overview:

Course: PLS307
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Really awesome professor. Participation is important in this class and there are a couple in class debates and a presentation. But its really relaxed and hes very accommodating and is willing to extend deadlines. Tests are easy. Really clear on how he grades, what he expects on papers. Super funny and very helpful.

Rating # 14

Overview:

Course: PLS105
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Prof. Richards is great! His exams are exactly like the reviews no surprise questions. Very little homework. Assignments are graded easily. Dont really need to do the readings. Dont buy the textbook. He does show a lot of videos in class. Overall hes a very chill and relaxed prof.

Rating # 15

Overview:

Course: PLS307
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Professor Richards is seriously so smart. He makes lecture so fun and interesting, I always want to come to class. I don't have the book and I've been succeeding just fine, but I'm sure I'd do better with it. You don't necessarily need to go to class, but it's recommended and like I said, it's a good class! Would take him 100 times!!

Rating # 16

Overview:

Course: PLS306
Grade Received: A-
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

I'm pretty sure nobody jumps up and down about studying Supreme Court cases, but Dr. Richards does an incredible job of explaining them and making lectures really fun and entertaining. Also helpful when you have questions. Great professor, seems like he really cares about you learning and doing well. HIGHLY recommend.

Rating # 17

Overview:

Course: PLS307
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Richards is the best Prof in the PLS department. Can not say enough about him. Incredibly nice guy. Two or three 40 question multiple choice exams. A super fun debate, and a mock supreme court oral argument. No pressure at all, very laid back. One of two papers as well. TAKE HIM IF YOU CAN!

Rating # 18

Overview:

Course: PLS306
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 absolutely loved Dr. Richards as a professor and I loved con law too. While it isn't completely mandatory to do the readings, I highly suggest it. It makes following along so much easier and it allows for easy class discussion. Richards is super hilarious and he made even the most dull of topics interesting! Definitely take him and con law 1 & 2!

Rating # 19

Overview:

Course: PLS306
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 3.5
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Professor Richards is a pretty good professor. Class was actually way easier than it should have been. Decent amount of writing. 3 different papers, although one was very short. Exams are multiple choice and really easy if you put in any effort to study.

Rating # 20

Overview:

Course: PLS307
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 4.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Fun class. You'll learn a lot about the constitution, and class sessions are fairly engaging. Attendance is worth 5% to your grade, so it's definitely worth it to go. Not too much writing, but enough to keep you busy.

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