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I thought he was great! He told a lot of good stories (so we could get a picture) and only had a mid and final. Got an A. Took it in 4 weeks. Highly recommend! Just didn't like the Bush bashing. It was soooooo obvious.

I learned a huge amount from Dr. Balboni and truely enjoyed the class. Dr. Balboni is very smart and very concerned with how much his students are learning. He was very open to questions and comments and liked to have a lively classroom.

Ok people this is what you do in his class Take 3 tests and thats 75% of your grade the other 25% is participation. HE IS VERY BORING but if you like take home tests, Take him but the test are kind of hard

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Hard class but very informative!! I took it as distance ed and loved it--also took "organized crime, politics and corruption' and loved that one as well. He knows his subject so well--I sometimes go back into my notes from his class for my lawschool classes. Highly recommended if you want a good grounding in politics. He is ALWAYS ready to help.

Very intelligent man, very informative, and worth taking, but hard to pay attention at times (in a 4 hr class, of course!) Participation and Attendance is a MUST if you want an A, or if you want a B and are average on written essay exams. Just do the assignments, go to the writing center or to him if you need help, and you should do fine.

This guy is an amazing teacher. Some ppl dislike him personally because of his liberal views, but one thing is not arguable : he knows his stuff. If you are planning to take his class, get ready to study, and participate a lot, then you will get good grades. Also make sure you take a lot of notes. I took my recorder to class so I wouldn't miss out

Wow...I took his class 10 years ago and, well, after having completed a post graduate degree I still remember him and the wonderful and thought provoking discussions that he fostered. Seems as though things are still the same as he required 3 papers (take home tests) and a lot of in class discussion. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!

Very professional and knowledgeable about the subject.

dr balboni is so knowledgeable in this field, he is constantly reading up on the latest news ,always up to date on everything going on in politics and govt. great source of info, REALLY ENJOYED lectures. highly recommend, but get ready to work HARD. not for slackers!! great for having gen. discussions with. will remember him for some time.

Dr. Balboni is the man. The discussions were cool. You can learn alot if you ask questions and pay attention.

If you want an A in this class, you earn it. He is liberal, but he really knows his stuff. I came into this class uninterested and bored; I left enlightened and enthralled. If you're the person who says this class is boring, you're not paying attention to what he's really teaching you.

This is an excellent teacher. He keeps your interest and the discussions are great.

If you don?t know about politics this class can deceive you. He is one sided and his textbook is absolutely ridicules and full of nonsense. But I?ve got to give it to him for being a good professor. He is passionate about his job and his beliefs. This class is not for slackers but it is enjoyable. The grade is based on participation and Essays and

He's one of my best professors. He is highly knowledgeable, passionate and very helpful. He is always trying to help students any way he can. He's good if you are serious about school. Don't expect him to baby you if you don't speak English-you should read, write and comprehend the language fully at a college level in order to go to college!!!

Balboni is a genius, so hihgly intellectual at times he's intimidating. But the text is awesome (so long as he concintues to use Parenti's "Democracy for the Few"). I've learned a lot so far, not the best survey to take if you aren't a PSC major though.

Very fun teacher. I is extremely passionate and funny. Very interesting lectures. He does expect fairly high grade writing in his exams. There are also not very many points in the semester (100) ao you have to make them count.

Expect some high grade writing Only 100 points in the semester so make them count. Great teacher, very fun and passionate! I enjoyed the class.

balboni is a great teacher and extremely intelligible. his lectures get boring sometimes but still very useful. if youre not a good note-taker youll have some troubles. very passionate about what he does and has lots of great insights. he tries to get you to think outside the box. amazing teacher

His lectures can get a bit boring but hes a good teacher none the less. His essays/exams can be very hard if you dont take good notes, his class is definatley a challenge if you dont care for the subject but not impossible. Although I would probobly recomend you take his class in the after noon, but there are some intersting subjects that come up.

Balboni is very knowledgeable in this subject. If you are bad at taking notes then don't take his class. I found his take home exams to be pretty easy. Not a lot of points given in this class so take advantage of what he gives you!

Good teacher who gives good lectures. If you takes good notes and English is your first language then the class will be a breeze. Got an A and took the class in 4 weeks.

Class is difficult. If you cant stay awake through long lectures don't take him. Essay are take home but they are difficult and that's your only grades. Very passionate.

Awesome instructor!! If you have an open mind he will show you truth. Very rare.

Generally, he is not bad. However, he jumped a lot on his lecture. Plus, I had to struggle to stay awake in his class. He grade paper easy though, no English correction, as long as having good main points, that's an A. Only 3 tests, attendant 25%

Balboni is a very knowledable instructor. He can lecture on and on about history and tie it into the local politics. He loves to say money is the mother's milk of politics. Great class to take, very easy. Just 3 essays and attendance.

Great teacher, not an easy class. Some thought, reading and research is required to write out good responses on his take home test questions. You are also graded on attendance, however several weeks are spent listening to class mates' oral presentations, of which he uses for some of his test questions. Nothing that google can't handle.

If you attend class you will get an A

Class was not to hard but did take some time to accomplish. Three essay test average 5-10 pages long, participation and attendance. Show up and do the work should have no problem passing class. Not as bad as other professors from what I have been told.

I had a blast! Take this instructor, he's the best! Reality based assessment of the American Political System. No fairytale presentation of an idealized "democracy" that has NEVER existed in this country. Thoroughly engaging and compelling instructor with a tremendous command of poli-sci and history. I'd take any course this professor offers.

Professor Balboni is one of the most open minded person on earth. He is very knowlegeable and passionate of politicalscienc. STRONGLY RECOMANDED. Take his classe u are getting ur money worth. For ESL people; it might seem intimidating and difficult to follow at the begening but it is not. just talk to him if u have a problem he will help u.

This class is pretty easy, you just have to show up, take notes (really important), and write 3 essays I think. There is no homework, quizzes or final.

I've gone on and earned my degree in PSC because of Balboni's class. He is better than profs at UNLV. Take him if you want to learn. Tests are take home and writing intensive and you have to think about the material. If you want to take a scantron test and parrot info this class is not for you. Still if you are interested its not a lot of work.

I was a little unsure about this professor at first, but I showed up, took notes, and did all the assignments. He actually got me interested in politics and I learned a lot. i would recommend.

I was a little unsure about this professor at first, but I showed up, took notes, and did all the assignments. Not too much work and I liked the fact that all the assignments were take home essays. He actually got me interested in politics and I learned a lot. i would recommend.

he was the best political science teacher, he engaged the whole class and did so respectful of others' ideologies. He is a seasoned teacher so he has been around for a lot of the law making that has occurred in the last 40 years. My only regret is that I took him over summer, this is a class I could have enjoyed for a full semester.

This is one remarkable Professor. He is so passionate about his teachings and his knowledge is extensive. I have never known a Professor to teach for 16 weeks and do it all from knowledge, he's fabulous. If you want to learn this is the class to take. Initially I had no interest he made it all worth while. GREAT PROFESSOR #1

No mid-term or finals. Only 3-take home essays. Mandatory attendance, make an effort and you'll get an "A". Not a fan of PSC at all and I selected this guy because of previous comments. So glad I did, if you don't you'll regret it! Good luck. :)

Dr. Balboni has so much experience in his field. He will inspire you view on so many different levels that is beyond the text book could teach. In order to take good notes, you need to be in his every class and pay detail attention. A speed typist is a plus to take his class notes.

Professor Balboni is an excellent professor. His tone, approach and point of view speak volumes of his immense knowledge and passion for political science. Show up every class, bring/use a recorder, participate, prepare to take 4-6 pages, both sides in a 4hour class. Take the class, open your mind and prepare to learn. Outstanding!

He's cool, very old school, Helpful, and super informative like he doesn't stop talking until your brains ooze out. No test just multiple subject essays. Some extra credit. You could have a solid A- and that can really drop if you slack off. He's strict on essays, stay on subject and be sure to understand each of the essay questions.

The class and his style of teaching definitely opened my eyes to a political world I knew nothing about. I throughly enjoyed him. There are only 3 writing exams. Just take good notes and ask a question or give an opinion here an there and you'll do fine.

He is a very knowledgeable teacher. Knows political science inside and out and helps those who doesn't know anything about Political science. However, he is a TALKER and lectures the entire time you are in class.

Pay attention and take decent notes and this is an easy A. Tests are take home essay questions.

Lecture and take home essays. I really enjoyed his class. The take home essays definitely take some time but you learn from them. I would highly recommend Balboni. One of my favorite classes at csn.

Professor Balboni is full of wisdom and extensive knowledge in various areas of political science. I took his class fall 2011 and I don't regret signing up for this class. It is very important that you pay attention, participate in class discussions, read and understand and also ask questions for clarity for you do want to get excellent grades.

Professor Balboni is one of the best professors at CSN. He is very knowledgable in the political feild. His class is not a "breeze through" class. You have to take decent notes and pay close attention to his lectures. Overall, if you do the work and pay attention, you will learn a great deal of info.

I did not like his class at first but enjoyed it more as the semester went along. Lectures a lot without any sort of powerpoint, which I had the most trouble with, being a visual learner, but I got used to it. Exams are all take home. Occasional video and current events. He's super smart and if you pay attention and take good notes you'll do well.

He is very knowledgeable about politics, but I cannot stand listening to him talking for a long time. I find it boring and hard to take notes. I'm a visual learner and I'm having a hard time with this class.

Great professor, love he's lectures there long but he makes them go by easy, there the occasional videos and current events which are always fun. Take home essay exams. Pay attention and if possible record the class it helps a lot and take good notes. Had to withdraw for personal issues but will definitely take him again

IF YOU'RE TAKING THE 4 UNIT CLASS, IT LAST ALMOST 4 HRS... 3 TAKE HOME EXAMS AND 25% OF YOUR GRADE IS ATTENDANCE AND HE TAKES ATTENDANCE THE LAST 15 MINUTES OF THE CLASS. HE'S A TRUE POLITICAL SCIENTIST. IF YOU PARTICIPATE, THE CLASS WILL GO BY FAST AND YOU WILL LEARN..

Really well prepared, a thoughtful person with a ton of knowledge. A pleasure to listen to his lectures. I would have preferred to have more opportunity for questions or comments during his lectures. He had a guest speaker, really helpful and funny. Please don't play with your gadgets during his class.

A really nice man with a strong boston accent. He is extremely intelligent. PSC is not my thing, so I dreaded lectures. He is very clear though &helpful. Take notes and use them verbatim for his essays. No tests, but there are 4 take home essays that he grades as tests that have several topics. Quite a bit of writing. I had an F, passed with an A-

He's a smart guy and talks for most of the class. Really helpful. You can ask him anything after class or through email. You have to read the text a lot. Attendance is mandatory and taken at the end of class. Good overall experience.

Balboni is the best professor I've had in college so far (and I spent 2 years at USC!). His class consists entirely of lectures without any visuals but he is awesome at explaining the material and always open to discuss outside of class. His tests are take home essays...you can do really well if you just include as much info as possible in each.

It's easy to pass this class IF you are willing to do the work. He will give you information that will blow your mind about the way politics actually works. I really enjoyed his class.

Professor Balboni is the best professor that I have had so far. I did not like politics at all before taking his class, but I am now very interested in the subject matter and have a clear understanding of how politics works. As long as you listen carefully to his clear/wonderful/enjoyable lectures and take good notes you will be able ace this class

I put well over 20 hours a week into watching or reading political subjects. I can assure you not only is this man a profound expert in the field but passionate and helpful towards our individual learning experience. Only take this class if you are proficient in reading and writing! I believe his class should be REQUIRED! Great teacher!

One of the grestest teachers at CSN. He works very hard to make sure that you understand the material and he actually answers any quetions you might have.

Great instructor, the man is a legend. You will learn how the real world works. He will captivate you with his lectures. They don't make them like Professor Balboni anymore.

This professor was by far one of the most involved professors I've ever had, I do highly regret not speaking more at the start of the semester. He met up with me at a Starbucks on his off time to give me lecture handouts. NO PROFESSOR DOES THAT! He is a great professor and you are lucky if you get him for this course.

Professor Balboni, is by far the most experienced person in politics and everything that comes with it. He gives hes opinopns in a professional manner. He gives exam questions that are to be taken home , now, these questions can be very hard. Be sure to always do them ahead of time as it can get overwhelming. Its a 4 hour class,.

Balboni is the best professor I've come across at CSN. I failed the first test and bounced back by the second one. There is no half-assing, this class is a challenge, but you will appreciate it if you persevere. All quizzes are take home essays, which sounds easy, but theres a lot of work involved. Good luck!

The 4 hours class was totally worth it! Professor Balboni is very insightful, his lectures are very captivating, he likes participation. His tests are challenging but paying attention in class, taking good notes and reading the book are essential to do well in the essays. He cares about his students, so ask questions and listen to his advice.

Amazing teacher!! He is incredibly knowledgeable on the topic. Class is lecture only with no powerpoint. Occasional videos shown that offer a lot of insight. 3 exams that are all in essay form. Not impossible to get an A but you MUST attend class and keep up on work. I learned an incredible amount of information in this class, highly recommen

Professor Balboni is one of the best Political Science Professors you could ever hope to have. TAKE NOTES (seriously) and show up for EVERY class if you want to do well. His lectures are awesome, and he knows what he's talking about. If you read other RMP entries and they're complaining about him, it's the students fault they did so badly, not his.

Professor Balboni is an experienced teacher with a wealth of knowledge about politics and history. This class has been a great learning experience. He varies lecturing with student conversations and visual aid material. Extra credit points are available. He gives one 20-minute break in a four-hour class so get ready to sit for long periods.

Took this class years ago. Still recall & appreciate the value of his lectures.