prof. hacker was a GREAT teacher. VERY INTERESTING. he only gave 2 papers and there was light reading in the class, but he was just funny, if you like being called on to define things like "tree" and "jelousy" (and random words he made

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Good Prof, a bit condescending at times, but will help you outside of class, if you ask. take home tests. be open minded and FOCUS on topics he offers, and you'll get an A, bring dictionary to class. he teaches by discussion, so be prepare to answer Qs.

Found this site and went back to rate my Professor. Took Hacker back in 1986 and thoroughly enjoyed his class. Teriffic professor. Highly recommend you take his class before he retires.

He is a very intelligent individual. Someone who raises very good issues and makes you think. You must participate in this class and get involved. Professor Hacker is a man I have come to respect and appreciate. It weird learning from a man who has written books and has had a successful career.

I had taken both his classes he is a very smart man and you can learn a lot from him, he makes you think outside the box, and make sure you show up for all his classes because he counts the amount of days you miss and im sure it affects your grade

a real old-school, ivy league conservative. teaches by asking questions socratically. really makes you think, but is demanding. unpleasant but fair and honest.

i loved prof. hacker. Though some people may not like him i thought he was very sweet and always willing to help out his students. He might be a little tough when it comes to grading but all in all a must to take when dealing with poli sci classes.

He makes class so interesting that you don't want to miss it. He is easy to talk to & will help you with anything you need. All he asks in return is that you come prepared to class & participate in the discussions. He is brillant & I would recommend taking any class that he teaches. His workload is tolerable & he provides all the materials needed.

He's a very intelligent professor. He is also famous for his books. He makes you think and its so cool because you think about things you never imagined. His class is interesting, though a little nerve wrecking because he randomly calls on you in class to answer a question and participate so be ready. His papers aren't that difficult but they aren'

He's weird, but veryyy smart.

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The greatest professor Queens College has!! An AMAZING intellectual who made me think like no other person in my entire life. He's my advisor and I recommend that anyone who's looking for an education take him. If all my classes were taught by Prof. Hacker I would never leave QC... No one comes close to him! I also recommend the books he's written!

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Andrew Hacker is probably the best professor at Queens College. His class is interesting since he encourages students to think about political theories, theorists, and sociological data relevant to public policy. There is no textbook, but a packet of quotations from Hamilton and Jefferson, which he interprets. 2 essay exams-midterm/final, 2p limit

This was an extremely challenging but eye opening class. From the beginning of the lesson he captivates you. It's more of a lecture class but his teaching style is poetic the way he gets you to look at a subject from a whole different perspective. He was one of two professors that I remember, he's the authoritarian on Dateline NBC for a reason.

Hacker is a slick guy: He makes his class easy so that he can trick students into thinking all college classes, especially other psci classes, are like his. Then, when the semester ends, he'll mail letters to all his students congratulating them and recommending them to major in psci. He basically tries to lure ppl into the useless najor!!

Hacker is good. His 50 multiple choice question midterm was easy but his 100 multiple choice question final was a killer. I managed to pull a B+ because I did well on the 15 page term paper and got b's and B+'s on all 25 in-class presentations. Overall, he'll work you, but the stuff is necessary for future courses

What kind of prof are you? You teach nothing at all and then stick me with a B-. You are a nightmare.

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He seems to think that FYI students should make him their whole life and read through a bunch of old quotes and learn definitions of words he makes up. His course doesn't prepare anyone for anything.He is a complete waste and the highest grade he gives is a B+. Why would anyone take this man?

He's actually a pretty good professor. Once you get past the fact that you're not really learning any poli sci,you'll be fine. He takes his class really seriously (even though no one else does), and he REALLY hates when anyone is absent. Also, don't take this class if you are concerned about your GPA, cause chances are, he'll ruin it.

Hacker is not a secret. He uses the classroom to rant his views of the world. Of course, if you agree, it would be great. If you not agree, drop the class. Hakcer is marx-communist. google hacker's writings. like watching PBS, CNN, lots of these data is now free on the internet.

I went into this expecting to learn...about American politics and gvt. But don't be fooled, that's not what its about. Tip: Participate in class and don't wait to be called on to comment, this is definitely what he cares about most. I can't help liking him despite feeling like I was kind of deceived about the subject of the class. Easy+interesting.

Makes you think; course is on Hamiltonian and Jeffersonian vision but applies it to our world today. Prof does give "A"s. Not a lot of written homework but a lot of thinking and participation. Attend ALL classes on time. Prof used to teach at Cornell Univ. He's extremely helpful and will advise students on topics and courses within PSCI

Ego alert! He's definitely bearable, though. Definitely a pretty easy class. You actually HAVE to show up, and will make you wait outside when you're later; also hates when people use the bathroom in class. If you show up, you'll almost definitely get a good grade. No textbook. This class is worth taking.

My first semester of college I couldn't have had a better professor, his class was very interesting. Attendance is very important to understand the discussion, not a lot of work but more thinking, not for those who have a hard time with analyzes. His class will make you think, question, and learn to choose your words wisely, good luck.

I arrived in Professor Hacker's class as a freshman directly from four years of an all girls Catholic school -- I was ready to listen to a lecture, instead I was forced to think, participate, and debate. Culminating in decisions about what I felt was right and wrong and what wanted in life! He is not only a great professor also a great man.

There is no reason you cannot get a good grade if you show up for class. He's strict on attendance & hates when people are late or need to use the bathroom. If you stay in his class the full amount of time, you'll do fine. He's very nice but be warned: he likes to randomly call on people! Overall, he's a good professor and I enjoyed his class.

I had Prof Hacker in 1982. We had to read a (small) book a week and write a brief report on it. One time, I barely read the book and "threw together" a report. Rather than give me a bad grade, he handed it back to me, called me on it and gave me a second chance. Good man.

Dr. Hacker is perhaps one of the finest professors CUNY has on its faculty-maybe in the U.S. If you're not too keen on ponding social issues and their underlying assumptions - keep step'n, his courses are not for the faint of heart. Love him or hate him, Dr. Hacker brings depth, perpective, and intellectual challenge to the I.Q. curious.

Professor Hacker is one of the most intelligent professors I probably will ever have. Even though he teaches a 100 class, don't think that your mind won't be worked out. He really opens your mind to thinking about the world in a different way and THAT is what separates good teachers from amazing ones.

A true friend.

Amazing class, such a bright guy, very interesting, best class I ever had, really every single lecture, highly recommend- you will learn a lot!

AMAZING

Hacker is really brilliant. No homework except read some sentences and define some words. Participation is key--he calls on you but it's simple questions and answers. The class really works your mind and makes you think beyond what is on the page. It is American Politics but all we talked about was Hamilton & Jefferson, easy class. Hacker is funny.

Brilliant professor. Has amazing knowledge and is extremely clever. NO homework is given, but you will be excepted to read assignments and will be called on in class. Only gave us a few take home exams, and as long as you paid attention in class, they are a breeze. Learned a lot and enjoyed the course.

Must show up to class and arrive on time, participation is key for a good grade. Your expected to look up words in dictionary for HW. He gives a midterm and final which are take home essays, page or so. Show him your rough draft because he is very specific with what he wants, if you do so you are guaranteed a good grade. His class made me think.

I personally enjoyed his class, but he's definitely not for everyone. If you're the type of student who likes things straightforward and out of the textbook, don't take him. He really makes you think. There are 2 take home exams and each are only 1 page long. If you follow directions and provide your own insight beyond class discussions, easy A.

Funny guy. A bit strict as he will make you wait outside if you're late. The class really is more philosophical than political. Sometimes the points he tries to make are unclear because many topics discussed seem irrelevant. Overall, funny and calm elder. Only a midterm, takehome final, and participation are key to succeeding in the class. Show up!

AMAZING.

THE ABSOLUTE G.O.A.T, just come to class on time and listen to him during lectures. Makes everything easy to understand, and doesn't assign direct hw but expects you to read ahead. Once again don't come late to his class.

First off, if you can't make it to 98% of the classes, do NOT sign up for this course. Hacker is a stickler for attendence and class participation; he will randomly call anyone from the roster. Make sure to read ahead as the homework assigned is usually very vague and he does that purposely. He is strict,has a big ego, but thought provoking.

be on time, be ready to get called on, and be ready for controversial topics to be aired. he is a huge stickler for punctuality, but i liked the old school mentality he have. this is one of the few classes that had me on edge and constantly thinking, his tactic of calling on people at random genuinely kept the class engaged.

Prof Hacker is amazing -- one of my favorite profs -- he is clear in his expectations and he is an academic marvel. wish i could take him again!

He seems difficult at the beginning. But, he gives good grade though. Just do the assignment and attend the class. I recommend him for PSCI 100.

He was a great professor , I learned a lot in his class, He is older, but he has so much to share and his class was easy just engage in the class, He gave 8 assignments my semester all fair and easy.

Hacker's class is thought-provoking but strict. Attend every lecture, engage actively, and use resources like Unstuck AI for study prep. It's a challenging course, but worth the effort.