3.8

Alberto Juarez

Political Science - Pasadena City College

3.8
Quality
2.5
Difficulty
85%
Would Retake
88
Reviews
3.8
Quality
2.5
Difficulty
3.8
Helpful
3.8
Clarity

85%

Would Retake

88

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What Students Say

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TAKE ANYONE ELSE BUT HIM

POL1 - 1.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

64%

Textbook Required

64%

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Reviews (88)
5.0
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POLSCI
Nov 3, 2003

Professor Juarez, is an excellent teacher. You can tell he loves what he does-teach!

5.0
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POLSC1
Nov 24, 2003

His lectures are about whats going on today in the world of politics, hardly on the book. Hardly read the book and passed the class with a good grade by doing all the extra credits.

5.0
2.0
PLISCI1
Dec 9, 2003

great teacher. interesting and very nice. talks about REAL stuff. tests can be a bit hard at times. LOTS OF EXTRA CREDIT. not difficult to get a good grade.

5.0
1.0
POLSCI1
Apr 20, 2004

PCC should have more teachers like him! He is the best all the way!

3.0
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POLSCI1
Apr 29, 2004

half of the class dropped.

3.0
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POLYSCI1
May 8, 2004

Yes, he talks about current events, but doesn't cover the book, and then tests you on it! He's very knowledgable but gets very defensive if you question him, especially if you're a women. As a woman, he makes me uncomfortable.

2.0
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POLSC1
May 12, 2004

He is very lazy. He loses records of students' grades. Judges students not based on their excellence in class, but grades students by faces. In short, his is not efficient as a teacher.

5.0
2.0
POLSCI1
May 17, 2004

He's knows what he's talking about. Tends to speak more about what is going on than what is in the book. Funny and witty. I would recommend him, if you are not taking a lot of class that reguires too much reseach.

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POLSCI1
May 19, 2004

Not good! Not very good with grading! Has favorites!

1.0
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POLSCI1
Jun 12, 2004

Horrible teacher! He gives hard tests and lectures about something completely different. He is not understanding or helpful and is not professional. He grades very hard and has unrealistic expectations.

5.0
3.0
POLSCI1
Jun 14, 2004

Great Professor, You will get a lot out of this class if you put yourself in the position to learn. I highly recommend Mr Juarez...probably one of the best professors I have encountered.

3.0
3.0
POLSCI1
Jun 28, 2004

Prof. Juarez, teaches what he believes you need to know, the now. If you want to learn about the political world around you and how it effects you this is the class for you. Doesn't follow the book, but if you do all your assignments you will do well.

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POLSCI
Jun 28, 2004

Nice class! he makes you interested in the class. good professor.PCC needs more teachers like this one. He really wants to make a difference and cares about students. He is somehow hard but is to the benefit of the students. he apreciates hard work.

4.0
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POLISCI1
Jun 29, 2004

very easygoing and flexible. if you show up to class, turn in assignments, and extra credit, you should do very well in class. doesn't follow the books but more on current events

3.0
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POLSCI1
Oct 21, 2004

He's alright. I thought he was really boring at times. It's alright if you're really into current events. I just wasn't into watching 2 hours of Condoleeza on a saturday morning.

5.0
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POLSCI1
Jan 5, 2005

His class was set up as a political model. Success was based largely upon the students level of political participation, an important part of a democracy. Read the book, but MORE importantly speak your mind in class and keep up on current events!

4.0
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POLISCI1
May 23, 2005

prof. Juarez is a wonderful teach. He focuses mainly on current events. He rarely lectured directly from the book. He relates political aspects to todays occurrences and how they affect you. GREAT PROF.! Do your work, extra credit, and give your political opinion. Do all three and you'll do great

5.0
3.0
PLSC1
May 27, 2005

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3.0
2.0
POLISCI
Jun 13, 2005

Shows a lot of movies in class. Shares a lot of life experiences. Good teacher. I can tell that he doesn't want to fail anyone. Midterm:open notes and an essay. Final: depends if he's happy with the class and an essay

5.0
2.0
POLSC1
Jul 7, 2005

Freaking awesome teacher! He really cares for all his students and shares alot with them. Can't fail anyone cause he doesn't want to. But he really gets you thinking. His class will change you.

5.0
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POLSCI
Aug 30, 2005

one word: AWEsome! i took this class on a saturday...sketchy at first of course but it ended up to be a lot of FUN! he tends to have open discussions ALOT and likes to know everyones view on things. advice: keep up with the work (which is NOT alot at all) and share your thoughts with him! You'll do fine! =)

4.0
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POLISCI1
Oct 6, 2005

He's flexible.

4.0
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POLICSCI
Oct 20, 2005

i took him for poli sci and i loved it cuz he was pretty easy, had interesting discussions and showd a lot of movies i got an easy B in the classs.

5.0
3.0
POLISCI1
Dec 15, 2005

Very interesting professor learned alot frm his class, never got bored in class. Just a midterm n final.Gives lots of extra credit.

5.0
3.0
POL101
Mar 21, 2006

Best teacher ever!!

4.0
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POLSCI1
May 28, 2006

I don't really like his class that much. He doesn't teach much, when he does, he just gives out this little speeches. He shows video in every single class meeting. And i'm not saying fun videos. LONG+BORING, 2-3 hours of political videos. He gives out a lot of assignments too. The only good thing about his class is that we get to have group tests.

4.0
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POLITICALSCIEN
May 31, 2006

Very good instructor. His lectures keep you interested. Lots of videos during class.

5.0
1.0
POLSC1
Aug 31, 2006

The best teacher ever taught me! Great! He doesn't give hard time to students. It's very easy to study in his class I got a lot of knowledge. Thanks him a lot!!!!

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POLIS1
Dec 22, 2006

i took this on a saturday which at first seemed not at all good...once i got to the class it actually made me enjoy the class very much. he makes you feel comfortable... he is an awesome teacher and man....

4.0
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POSCI1
Jan 26, 2007

Good teacher, he really likes to get the class involved he lectures alot but it's not boring at all. Not a hard grader, just go to class and you will be fine.

2.0
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POLSC1
Feb 20, 2007

Juarez is very easy. Participate, participate, participate. All he wants are your opinions. More like a Critical Thinking class than a Poli Sci class. Didn't learn much about the Constitution, though he did incorporate it into some aspects. Good teacher overall, cares about young people's involvement in and understanding of politics.

3.0
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POLSC1
Feb 21, 2007

Poor organize class. Did well in the exams, extra credit works, an intense research project, still not enough for him. Don't get me wrong, he is a cool Prof. learn a lot from him in lecture, good use of extra materials.

3.0
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POL1
Jun 28, 2007

poor oganized, but he's cool, and nice. gives lots of extra credits. study the study guides, do the assigments that he'll assign to you guys, and do the extra credits.:D

2.0
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POLSC1
Jul 11, 2007

Dont even bother unless you are hispanic or female.

4.0
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PLOTI1
Jan 31, 2008

Finally I jump out of the political science class. Attendence! Attendence! Attendence! You will be OK! At last turn in your all papers.

5.0
2.0
POLSC1
May 12, 2008

His class is extremely interesting. If you want to learn, this is the class for you. If you want to pass this is still the class for you because he has said he refuses to give F's, and will help you every inch of the way. Meet your congressman for extra credit.

5.0
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POLSC5688
Jun 12, 2008

This is a great class that is not to hard as long as you read the book, do the assignments and you will get a good grade. Class lectures are very interesting. Prof Juarez is a great teacher with a passion for government. He treats everyone fairly. Don't be afraid to participate in the class discussions that is how you learn,I Recommend this class.

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POLI1
Jun 13, 2008

Interesting teacher, as long as you do the assignments and read book you'll be fine. He gives a lot of extra credit and give you chance to make up points. Over all a good and easy teacher.

5.0
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POLI1
Jun 15, 2008

I will say that since I graduated high school, this was by far the best class I have taken. His class lectures were very relative to the current events happening around us. He does not require much work, just that you read the texts and do some extra credit and it'll be hard for you to NOT get an "A". Do yourself a favor and take this class.

5.0
1.0
POL1
Jun 17, 2008

Mr. Juarez is a great professor. He makes Politics fun and interesting. It's an easy class if you do your work, read your chapters and attend class. Do as many extra credits as you can, they will help you in the long run.

5.0
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POLSC1
Jun 27, 2008

he is really good. i messed up the mid-term but i did a lot of extra credits. I surprise when i get the grade cuz i thought im gonna fail this class. However, he gave me really really good grade.

1.0
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POLSC1
Jun 29, 2008

Do not take this class! The lectures are long and irrelevant to the subject. Take the class if you enjoy hearing the same sermon about the status of hispanics in this country. Many people like this profossor, however I found him very difficult because you have to learn everything on your own. He does not explain the subject and requires extra work.

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POLSC1
Jun 30, 2008

Bottom line is that this teacher sucks.. His lectures are so boring and have nothing to do with what is in the book. Your stuck teaching yourself. He is very unorganized. If your not a hispanic female then you don't have a chance in passing this class.

4.0
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POLSC1A
Jul 21, 2008

Professor Juarez, is a nice teacher who puts a lot of effort helping students to accomplish a good grade. Yes, he does give many lectures but it helps students to communicate and share effectively about the Politics were dealing with. Many videos to watch which you thought never existed. Tests and a lot of extra credit given. Grades Fair

5.0
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PLSC1
Jul 30, 2008

Very intelligent and passionate about politics; he's a wealth of knowledge! If you're used to being spoon fed answers like the the two students who gave bad comments below, don't take him. If you read the book(s), listen to the lectures, and actually study (like some students do), then you will get an A!

5.0
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POLISCI
Aug 22, 2008

I don't think some comments posted are really fair. Mr. Juarez is VERY reasonable with his students. I HATE politics & he made this class very interesting for me. Show up to class & do your work & you'll get a good grade. And the whole hispanic or female remark....where did that come from?!?! I am a young hispanic woman & got no special treatment.

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POLI1
Sep 23, 2008

Mr.Juarez is awesome! He loves what he teaches and that really come through. He is also very helpful and I learned a lot. That is in my top 2 classes that Ive taken at PCC and after the class I decided to become a Poli Sci major. Great man

5.0
2.0
POSCI1
Dec 21, 2008

i love this class . easy A's

5.0
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POLSC1
Feb 6, 2009

he knows his stuff! i failed both his midterm & final but still got a B in his class. mostly watched videos but when he lectured it was interesting very knowledgable and easy professor! hes very funny too! learned alot from him!

5.0
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POLSC1
Apr 23, 2009

Juarez is a great professor. He makes Politics fun and interesting.I thought this class was going to be boring but he actually made it very intersting It's an easy class if you do your work, read your chapters and attend class. Do as many extra credits as you can, they will help you in the long run

3.0
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POLSC1
May 23, 2009

His lectures are very relevant to current issues, however, it's not very helpful for tests. Basically you do need to read the books and watch the videos carefully for the tests. I wish he gave more quiz-like tests throughout the semester instead of giving only two tests that take up most of grades. Overall, interesting class.

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POLI1
Jun 1, 2009

Do not take him.

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POLIT1
Jul 3, 2009

Mr. Juarez is EASY teacher & very knowledgeable. Guaranteed A or B if you read your book & do 16 1 page newspaper journals due at end of semester. 1 semi easy mid & final tests. Very helpful & very nice man, not boring teacher. Participate in class discussions & you will surely get A or B. Allows extra credit journals. He wont let you fail, cares a

3.0
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POL1
Jun 2, 2010

He talked a lot in the 1st class. No break at all. But, like he said, he'd talks less and less as we move on the course. He is actually a very nice man! He likes to offend people, because that is politics. you will get offended at some point. But, if you are an easy going person, you will find him amusing. Take him.

5.0
3.0
POLSC2012
Jun 16, 2010

Great teach! Funny and engaging. Juarez really cares about what he does and it translates. He's a Vet and a critical thinker.He constantly makes his students personally connect to the subject. As for grades: READ! Tests are easy and he gives lots of extra credit! Overall a chill experience with Mr. Juarez. Look forward to being in his class again!

2.0
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POLSC5196
Jun 24, 2010

Overall this professor didn't seem to care about the class. He was not clear on what the final was to consist of, nor did he follow the syllabus(regarding exams and essays). I guess that's what you should expect from an adjunct professor. Probably had other priorities.

1.0
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POLISCI1
Dec 14, 2010

His class is a complete waste of time. He spends the majority of the time talking about current events and telling students his life story. Doesnt follow the syllabus and his grading is skewed depending on how much he likes you. Unclear and forgets things all the time. If you want to learn about gov/politics, take someone else

3.0
3.0
POLI1
Jun 10, 2011

Good teacher, talks a lot. Has favorites. Read the book on your own, and you'll get an A.

3.0
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POLSC1
Jun 28, 2011

This class was sometimes fun, make sure you speak up, it will make the class interesting & more tolerable. I failed the midterm but still got a decent grade, grades on curve? Not sure. His class was fun over time but it's not for everybody. I enjoyed his class sometimes but panicked not knowing what grade I would get. Make an effort & you will pass

3.0
2.0
POLSC1
Jul 6, 2011

This professor gives A LOT of chances, so there's really no excuses to fail. He basically has open extra credit opportunities all semester long. He's really funny, and he very obviously has favorites. He'd let his favs get away with walking in at whatever time or not show up for days. very flexible prof over all.

3.0
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POLSC1
Apr 16, 2012

Participation is a must, you can't hide, you will be picked on. He spends the majority of the time talking, if you miss a chapter you will get left behind. He does not follow the syllabus at all, you have to do it on your own and figure it out on your own.

2.0
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POLI1
Jun 15, 2012

Honestly, do not take this man. He doesn't clarify on the material that is going to be on the final, he spends half the class discussing current events which have absolutely nothing to do with the exams. Additionally, he never answers e-mails when students have legitimate concerns about the course. Oh, and he favors some students over others.

4.0
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POLSC1
Jun 17, 2012

The class is not easy A but he'll give you plenty of extra credit opportunities. you may get confuse about what's coming on the test but did you remember to read the book as he said? take him.

5.0
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POLS4815
Oct 16, 2012

he is a great teacher and really cares about his job and takes it very seriously but it is up to you to keep up and read along because your going to be lost during his lectures and he will pick on you if he notices or if you don't participate. He is awesome and really cares about what is going on in the world and he expects the same from you.

5.0
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POLIPOLI
Dec 10, 2012

Very Good Professor! Helpful. He cares about his students.

5.0
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POLIPOLI
Dec 10, 2012

I love Mr Juarez. Very Easy. He cares about his students and VERY HELPFUL! if you take him you wont regret it.

5.0
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POLIPOLI
Dec 10, 2012

Mr Juarez is a great Professor. He cares about his students. Very helpful, his lectures will help you in your life. I love love this professor.

4.0
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POLI3521
Jan 29, 2013

I love prof Juarez,He's very helpful, he cares about his students. if you take him you will love him and be thankful for him. He helped me so much. I thank god for him!

5.0
2.0
POLSCIB1
Dec 11, 2013

Professor Juarez has so many stories and experiences that his students should not overlook. He has a lot of experience in his field and knows a lot of people in City Hall, where he worked for years before becoming a teacher. Juarez values Education and tries to push students to not give up on their studies. Take him, you won't regret it.

5.0
1.0
POLS001
Aug 6, 2014

An old soul with a lot of passion and many stories to tell. To get an A, just take the online quizzes, they're not hard at all since you will have two chances to take them. Memorably notable teacher who makes an effort to engage everyone. He even took our class photo for memories keeps! Highly recommended

4.0
1.0
POLISCI1
Grade: B
Aug 22, 2014

By far the greatest professor I have taken while at PCC. I could write a book on how great this man is. He cares for his students & encourages them to make a difference in the world. He's the perfect example of how all educators should be. This isnt just a job or a way to make money for him. He put polisci in a whole new light for me, TAKE HIM

1.0
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POLSCI1
Dec 23, 2014

I loved and hated this class. I loved it because he was a great lecturer who knew how to extend the material to real life. As a "class" though, it was extremely disorganized and most of the time, no one knew what was going on with assignments. On top of that, he was pretty difficult to reach. It seemed like he didnt know how to run a classroom

2.0
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POLS001
Jan 6, 2015

Worst teacher ever! he might be a really nice person but he doesn't know how to organize anything. he made us do online work that didn't make sense. All my classmates would complain because he wouldnt put the grades up. Get ready for boring lectures and getting 2 books for his class is a waste of money.

5.0
2.0
POLS001
Grade: A
Aug 9, 2015

This guy is a great teacher! very inspiring and really gets you involved politically. he knows a lot about what he's talking about and really gets the class to participate with each other. Easy quizzes and all u have to do is read an easy chapter a week and do an easy quiz. the final project was fun!

3.0
3.0
POLI1
Grade: B
Oct 30, 2015

Very unorganized professor does not put grades up on time on canvas. Makes you take online quizzes which you can take twice if needed. He tries to get everyone to participate during lectures. Likes to talk about current issues or news.

3.0
2.0
POLISCI1
Grade: B
Aug 10, 2016
Would take again

Very sweet man with a passion for politics and political involvement. He always urged us to get more involved which I respected, and his lectures were great, however as sweet and aware and involved he was, he was disorganized and difficult to reach outside of class. Textbooks were I guess used, but not enough to where it was money worth spending.

5.0
5.0
PLISCI1
Grade: B
Oct 30, 2016
Would take again

This Professor was superb and also great friend know still.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Get ready to read
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3.0
POLS001
Grade: A
Dec 18, 2016
Would take again

Professor Juarez is one of those rare teachers who want to teach - and care that you learn. I dreaded Poli Sci, Gov, History, and everything like that in grade school. He sparked my interest and I enjoyed learning in this class. It didn't hurt that Clinton/Trump elections took place during this class, and there was no shortage of great dialogue!

Participation matters
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
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POLI1
Grade: A
Apr 19, 2017
Would take again

I entered the class hating Political Science and left the class loving it. Prof Juarez made me love the class. His lectures are great but sometimes it can get boring. In general he is not a tough grader. I took a 7 am class and enjoyed it . He can be unorganized sometimes but definitely worth to try.

Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
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2.0
PLSC1
Grade: B
Sep 19, 2017
Would take again

Professor Juarez is a caring, respectful and gives feedback. His lectures are extensive but informative. He has many years experience and loves teaching. Be ready to participate and do team work.

Gives good feedback
Respected
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
POLSC1A
Dec 7, 2017
Would take again

Great teacher!

Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
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1.0
5.0
POL1
Grade: Not sure yet
Jan 23, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Okay look, the old man is nice but he is absolute garbage when it comes clearly stating criteria! I'm failing and professor juarez gives almost no craps in explaining what his expectations are of homework. FYI im taking winter, he expects us to respond to several question between 500 to a 1000 words. TAKE ANYONE ELSE BUT HIM.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
SO MANY PAPERS
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3.0
POL1
Grade: A+
Jun 18, 2018
Would take again

Hes one of the BEST professors at pcc. Very knowledage, actually worked in office. Hes the reason I went to D.C. Hes passionate about what he teaches. No quizzes or tests. The midterm was a one or two page report. The final 5000-1000 word essay on how you can make a difference in your community. Hes sassy and reads his ratings on here��.

Inspirational
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Amazing lectures
1.0
1.0
POL1
Grade: A
Jul 5, 2018
Wouldn't take again

We spent 4 hours discussing current events and unrelated history facts, mostly about other countries. It is an easy class you can retake all the quizzes and tests are both essays, a few random projects most with little guidance. If you are a PoliSci Major def. don't take this professor, if not, knock yourself out but you'll be bored. He's nice.

LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
2.0
POLSC1
Nov 28, 2019
Would take again

He gives amazing lectures

Participation matters
Caring
Respected
5.0
1.0
POLS001
Grade: A
Feb 19, 2020
Would take again

Professor Juarez is so knowledgeable. He truly cares about his students. He doesn't give a lot of homework and his lectures are interesting.

Inspirational
Graded by few things
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
POLS001
Grade: A
Dec 10, 2020
Would take again

He is pretty chill. But his lecture is boring. There will be lots of discussions at least once a week on canvas but it's easy. Midterms and finals are easy, we just did an essay. He is a pretty easy grader too not that tough on it. And emails you back quickly too.

5.0
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POLS001
Dec 13, 2020
Would take again

Easy A. Only a couple of quizzes, most of the assignments were class discussions and he gave extra points if you responded to more than 2 people. Midterm and final were easy 1000 word essays. He kind of disappeared after our midterm tho and stopped assigning anything for a while. If you're doing GE's take him.

Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

64%

Textbook Required

64%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

A-

86% confidence
Based on 12 grades
Most common grades:
A (6)
B (5)
Not sure yet (1)
Grade Distribution
A(7)B(5)C(0)D(0)F(0)A-/B+(0)
Based on 13 reported grades
A: 6
B: 5
Not sure yet: 1
A+: 1
Common Tags
Amazing lectures (4)
Respected (3)
Inspirational (3)
EXTRA CREDIT (3)
Gives good feedback (2)
Participation matters (2)
Caring (2)
Get ready to read (1)
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