3.9

Angela Holder

History - Houston Community College (all campuses)

3.9
Quality
2.3
Difficulty
70%
Would Retake
202
Reviews
3.9
Quality
2.3
Difficulty
3.9
Helpful
3.9
Clarity

70%

Would Retake

202

Reviews

Rating Distribution
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111

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What Students Say

4 Exams, 4 Quizzes, 3 Short 1-2PG essays; that's it

HIST1302 - 5.0 rating

Maybe thats great for some students, but I wanted to dive deeper

HIST1301 - 3.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

67%

Textbook Required

68%

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Based on 118 reported grades
A: 33
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A+: 19
B+: 11
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HISTORY

5.0

1301

3.1

HIST101

3.0

HIS1301

2.7

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2.5

Reviews (202)
5.0
1.0
HIST1302
Apr 14, 2006

US Hist (Central)- speaks well, gives clear directions in class, but reads from text book 100% of the time inside classroom. Gives clear directions on expectations from papers (5 total)and exams (4 plus final) but often gets "lost" on side topics irrelevant to the course or meaningful discussion. One problem: always late, but helpful to students

5.0
1.0
HIST13011302
Jul 29, 2006

she is the best teacher ever and very nice person, i took history 1 and 2 with her, she gives u the exam and the answers and u study at home and come back to take the test, very very easy and interesting class.

5.0
4.0
HIST1301
Aug 21, 2006

I loved her class. She is not easy but will give you exactly what you need to pass the class.

5.0
1.0
HIST1301
Jan 3, 2007

She is beyond easy

5.0
2.0
HIST1301
Aug 8, 2007

I took her class over the summer both History I & II and it was very easy. Good teacher, you will need to write museum papers but they are easy also. GREAT EASY CLASS you just have to study the questions that will come off the book.

4.0
2.0
HIST1301
Aug 8, 2007

she is quite good. She will give you study guides that incluces all of her questions in the tests and she will give you the answers in the books. However, her exams are quite stricky, you need to read the answer carefully. she check attendance. you will need to write 2 museum review essays and 1 book review (ussually no book review in summer)

2.0
1.0
HIST1301
May 12, 2008

SHE IS Extremely RACISM. EASY BUT ALSO EASY TO TAKE YOUR GRADE OFF I WONT RECOMMEND HER AS A GOOD TEACHER.

4.0
1.0
HIST1301
Jun 13, 2008

highly reccomend folks! if you want to stay awake she is definintly the right teacher to take. she is straightforward and the work for review is the same on all exams. just keep up and stay interested in doing the work and projects and you'll enjoy, I know I did.

5.0
4.0
HIST1301
Oct 2, 2008

Very nice, easiest final ever, cares alot about her students.

4.0
1.0
HIS1301
Jul 28, 2008

Great Teacher, an easy A if you do the work. It's exactly the type of class you want for the summer. She likes to crack jokes and she is real when it comes to talking about LIfe.

5.0
1.0
HIST1302
Nov 6, 2008

She was not ****. She is a really good teacher and keep sthe class fun. Easy class for the summer. She practically gives you the answers to the test in class.

5.0
1.0
HIST1302
Mar 30, 2009

Excellent

5.0
1.0
HIST1301
May 5, 2009

she is very caring and understanding. she wants her students to succed and does not them set them up to fail some professors do. if you do the review she gives you you are guaranteed to make an A. before her i was not interested in history but she made it interesting. took her for Hist1301 & Hist1302

3.0
5.0
HIST1302
May 17, 2009

This Lady is very nice and kind but she talks to much about African American as victims at all times. White and Hispanics people did good too. Makes me think that she is ****! The 4 test are very confusing and you have to read the whole book and answer the suppose reviews that are nothing similar to the exams. Her class is boring...

4.0
2.0
HIST1302
Jul 18, 2009

She sometimes goes off topic.

5.0
1.0
HIST1301
Aug 12, 2009

Took in the summer, I had 3 test and final. she gives extra credit, gives a study guide w/answers, must read clearly, she gives trick question. must take-B

5.0
1.0
HIST1301
Aug 3, 2009

ok..i took this lady for a dual credit class..super cool..she is so down to earth..she practically gives you the answers to her quizes!!If you fail her class youre a sad individual..she gives you the study guide to the test..and goes through every single question..yes she does get very long winded..and off the subject..bt hey i'll listen for an A!!

5.0
2.0
HIST1314
Mar 2, 2010

Not a hard class at all. Just read exactly what she dictates to you in class to highlight and learn it and you get an A. Probably represents less than 30-40% of the total textbook, not a lot folks. She does though, bring in really cool stuff that's not tested and you have to go to museums as part of the class so you actually learn cool stuff. cake.

5.0
3.0
HIST1301
May 13, 2010

Good, clear, concise, thoughtful, interesting teaching. Unusual style. Talks about current events. Several museum visits on your own time necessary. Three 3-page essays. Some folks think the tests are tricky. Though the test material is presented beforehand- it's necessary to STUDY it. A good grasp of english language is necessary for course

5.0
1.0
HIST1301
May 18, 2010

she is a very good professor. she give extra points and she is not hard to please. she goof off a little during class but is kinda good cause the time goes by quicker. she gives you a study guide with the answers for each exam with is the exact same questions so that was very helpful. would recommend!!

5.0
2.0
HIST1301
Aug 16, 2010

I took her this summer for 1301. She is phenomenal. She gave study guides for each test that were really helpful. Her tests however are challenging but if you studied and know all the dates and facts then you will do good. I left with an A! She is an A++++ instructor.

5.0
1.0
HIST1301
Jul 20, 2010

SHE IS EXTREMELY EASY/SHE RELATES A LOT OF THE EVENTS OF HISTORY TO MODERN DAY SO IT HELPS YOU UNDERSTAND/SHE GIVES YOU THE ANSWERS TO THE REVIEW/SHE IS SERIOUSLY AWESOME AND VERY FUN A+++ I HATED HISTORY BUT THIS WAS DEF. AN AWESOME CLASS

5.0
2.0
HIST1301
Jan 6, 2011

SHE IS A REALLY GOOD TEACHER.SHE ACTUALLY MAKES CLASS FUN. I WISH I COULD TAKE HER FOR 1302! SHE IS REALLY GOOD!

5.0
1.0
HIST1301
Jan 11, 2011

Ms. Holder is the best teacher in History 1301. I had her this past mini term and she is excellent. As long as you highlight your notes, you'll be fine. She also gives extra credit.Take her for 1301 and 1302 if you can!!!!!

5.0
1.0
HIST1301
Jan 12, 2011

She is awesome. I love History so naturally I was interested in the information, but she made it so much more interesting with talking about little extra's that most professors would not. Took her for minimister so not sure about book usage cause she didn't require it. Do your extra credit and put a little effort unto class and you'll make an A.

5.0
2.0
HIST1301
Jan 19, 2011

She gives a bunch of extra credits. She is funn, she really likes her students. There are 4 exams, three essays and another two or three extra cedit essays. If u study her study guide, I?m sure u?ll get an A. really easy. She practically will give u the answer on the study guide. TAKE HER

5.0
1.0
HIST1301
Jan 18, 2011

Ms.Holder is an excellent teacher I would recomment her to anyone. Her class is easy as long as you study for her test, do the papers, and pay attention in class you will do well in her class. Wish I could take her for Hist 1302

5.0
1.0
HIST1302
May 4, 2011

Glad to have her

5.0
1.0
HIST1302
May 19, 2011

I've taken Ms. Holder for 1301 mini session and 1302 Spring semester 2011. She is the best History teacher HCC has to offer in this subject especially if you're not a History fanatic. Multiple choice, true or false and matching tests. Also gives study guide too. What more can you ask for..... TAKE HER !!!!!!

5.0
2.0
HIST1302
Jul 19, 2011

She's the absolute BEST ! Very understanding and gives plety of useful extra credit. She really know her history and I highly reccommend her to anyone !

5.0
2.0
HIST1301
Jul 7, 2011

Awesome professor! Great personality both as a person and teacher! Provides everything her students need in order to succeed in her class. She's great! Take her!

5.0
1.0
HIST1302
Jul 26, 2011

This is a woman who I can tell loves teaching history. She is a kind-hearted, humorous teacher I wish I had more often. She goes everything in class. Yes, you need your book. Her study guides and tests are almost identical. I highly recommend her to any student wishing to take history.

5.0
4.0
HIST1301
Aug 11, 2011

AWESOME TEACHER!!!! She's really helpful, and super easy! As long as u know how to study for her class, you can't help get an A, and she'll work with you on getting the grade u desire. Loved going to this class. She gives study guides that are identical to the test, so no wondering of what's going to be on it. Take her!

5.0
2.0
HIST1301
Oct 21, 2011

FUN TEACHER! Loves to talk about sports and connects them with her lecture! shes a fun woman and she is always smiling! You dont really use textbooks in her class, she gives you the study review and goes over which is basically the test. She is tricky in her exams! but other than that the class is more of a highlighting class and musuem visits!

3.0
2.0
HIST1302
Nov 29, 2011

Her way of teaching is literally reading from handouts that are also the study guides. It's boring and useless. She also grades the tests IN CLASS, the next period, which is a waste of time. She wastes tons of time. Take her if you want an A, but don't take her if you want to actually learn anything.

5.0
1.0
HIST1302
Nov 14, 2011

I took her for five week summer session this past summer. Easy easy A. Attendance is mandatory as she taught from handouts/notes she gives to you. Told you exactly what was on the test, but you had to actually study it as it was "tricky". Wish she would teach Hist 1302 ONLINE!!!

5.0
2.0
HIST1301
May 6, 2012

She is grate an ez a but you have to rember all she tells you but grate all together i will take her agen

5.0
1.0
HIST1301
May 7, 2012

It was okay, as long as you study for your review. She gives you questions and answer, you don't need a textbook. Everything is in the study guide, all about highlight and stuffs. 4 exams and 3 reports on museum (must visit the museum). Its boring but easy!

5.0
1.0
HIST1302
May 8, 2012

Easy A in 1301 and 1302... I love her so much

5.0
1.0
HIST1302
May 9, 2012

the handouts have all the answers for the tests, make sure you study them well, her tests can be tricky. Overall, super easy class and really nice professor!

5.0
1.0
HIST1301
May 12, 2012

Love! LOVE! HER! She is the best!

5.0
3.0
HIST1301
May 13, 2012

she is very sweet and gives a bunch of extra credit. Her test are easy as long as you study. She gives out reviews for each test with questions and answers you just need to memorize everything in order to do well in her class.

5.0
5.0
HIST1301
Jun 18, 2012

The tests are really tricky No one made a 100 in the 1st test WTH!! The highest grade was 83!???? It was almost time to finish and half of the class was still working on the test.. Just make a normal test lady!!

5.0
1.0
HIST1302
Aug 10, 2012

Awesome teacher she is very helpful if you have any questions about any assignments. Her assignments were straight forward and very fun going to museums. Test are straight from the review she will review with you but you also have to study. Took her for the summer session and strongly recommend this professor!

5.0
1.0
HISTLEC
Jul 5, 2012

Ms. Holder is a very nice lady. Her test is easy it just a matter of memorization but be careful on the word she put on her test since her test is tricky. She gives many credits. She is very approachable. She gives reviews with questions and answers which is exactly the same order on the exams. I am telling you take this class because she is good.

5.0
2.0
HIST1301
Jul 22, 2012

Took this teacher for a summer class. She reviewed information in class and gave interesting asides. She was very clear about what would be on test and had some extra credit available. You had to read and review to get A but this was not difficult to do. 4 tests make up majority of your grade. Liked her class so much signed up for her HIST1302

5.0
2.0
HIST1301
Aug 14, 2012

I Like Ms. Holder. I took her spring 2012. She is fair in grading, however no one made more than 83 on her 1st test. She gives you a lot of extra credit. Enjoyed museums. Did not use book at all. Her test are tricky but come strait from her handout. If you study her handouts you will make at least a B. I made and A. I'm taking her again Hist 1302.

5.0
1.0
HIST1302
Aug 10, 2012

I took her in hist 1301 in spring and 1302 this summer. Angela is very easyyyyyyyy if you don't get an A in her class, it means that you don't want to. I got 2 A's for both classes and my average for both was over 100.If you can, take her but u will need to study to earn ur grade. It's easy to make an A but it's also easy to fail.Love her so much!!

3.0
3.0
HIST1301
Nov 21, 2012

Super easy class. Study guides will help during tests. Wording on tests can be a little tricky.4 tests plus a couple of essays will make up your grade.

1.0
4.0
HIST101
Oct 2, 2012

She makes her test very tricky. It is uncessary how she plays with the test. Everyone failed first test. There is a lot of reading. The class can be easy but the professor is being difficult for no reason.

5.0
3.0
HIST1301
Nov 30, 2012

she is really awesome. super sweet and funny. she explains history very well. her tests are a little hard but if you study you will get A's. I suggest her.

5.0
1.0
HIST1301
Nov 30, 2012

SHE IS THE EASIEST OF ALL THE TEACHERS AT THE HCC. MY FIRST LANGUAGE IS FRENCH BUT I COULD MEMORIZE HER QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS FOR THE TESTS AND ENDED UP WITH 2 A'S for hist 1&2 BUT I DID STUDY TO EARN THOSE GRADES. DO NOT TAKE HER IF YOU ARE LAZY U WILL FAIL!

4.0
1.0
HIST1301
Dec 16, 2012

She gives ya the reviews for all four test. Reviews have the questions and answers. Just know when your studying for the review, make sure you understand it instead of memorizing the answers. You have only 4 tests and lots of extra credit activities

5.0
1.0
HISTHIST
Dec 21, 2012

Very good professor. Take her for all the Hist classes.

5.0
1.0
HIST1302
May 10, 2013

She is very nice and have a lot of extra credit , if you read the review and Answers she have you and memorize them you will be fine.just do those assignment she give u, it might seems a lot but all you have to do just do the work and go the museums. I made A . take her you won't regret it

4.0
2.0
HIST1301
Jan 9, 2013

I took her in Hist 1301, everyone fails the first test, but she gives a lot of extra credit. She gives you the quiz and answers prior to the official one, just makes a lot of them true or false..most false. Overall shes great!

3.0
2.0
1302
Jun 2, 2013

Her class was too easy all you had to do was remember the answers she give you with the study guide which has all the questions for the test. I pass all the test, even though it was very tricky how she words her questions. While she teaching she goes off topic a lot but besides that her class is really easy.

3.0
2.0
HIST1301
Jul 7, 2013

This class is mainly about memorizing the study guide word for word rather than learning the concepts. Her test are very tricky so pay close attention to the wording. On T or F questions she changes one word and it makes whole question false. Overall easy class though. I made a 105 average with all the extra credit

1.0
5.0
HIST1301
Jun 12, 2013

No text book needed. No lecture.She gives hand out and she reads over the handout in class to highlight the part which comes in test. test is true false and very tricky you better memorize everything to get your grade.Very boaring usless class. All she talks about football not history and never moves from her chair.

4.0
1.0
HIST1301
Aug 10, 2013

I took her for both history 1301 & 1302. This class is an easy A class, but this class is very boring to me since she always goes off topic which takes up half to one hour of class and usually starts class half an hour late. Very entertaining teacher and knows her history and passionate about what happened in the past. I ended up with 100+

3.0
1.0
1301
Grade: A
Aug 15, 2013

Awesome teacher/class. gives all exam questions + answwers prior to exam. easy A

5.0
1.0
HIST1302
Nov 19, 2013

Awesome teacher I loved her so much the class taught me a lot and she was very helpful

1.0
5.0
HIST1301
Grade: Rather_Not_Say
Nov 5, 2013

You could study for days to understand all the important concepts but still get a bad exam grade over tiny details. Her T/F questions will often match the study material word for word, so it will look familiar, but it could be slightly different somewhere. Overall it is not an effective way to determine if her students learned the material.

3.0
1.0
HIST1302
Dec 13, 2013

Very easy class but you will learn very little. You'll spend the majority of your time memorizing handouts to do well on exams.

5.0
1.0
HIST1301
Grade: A+
Dec 16, 2013

Awesome teacher. take her easy A or B.

5.0
1.0
HIST1301
Dec 23, 2013

Really nice teacher and helpful. A lot of extra credit, History is hard for me, but Ms Angela helped me a lot and gave me B. High recommended

3.0
3.0
HIST1302
Jan 10, 2014

her tests are relly tricky. Even though she gives all the study material to you, but still, that's a lot to study by yourself. And 2 more museum reports. She does give a lot of extra credit. And I only got a B from her. So. Not really recommend her. Her class is super boring by the way.

1.0
5.0
HISTORY
Apr 15, 2014

She cares for football more than her class. not very smart one.

3.0
1.0
HIST1301
Apr 7, 2014

Probably one of the easiest class you would take. Just show up for classes that she's giving out handouts and tests. Try to memorize the review as much as you can and you will get an A in her class

4.0
3.0
HIST1302
May 4, 2014

I'm laughing at these comments about her and football. She mentioned she was a fan of the Saints maybe twice during the semester. You don't need a textbook because she gives out handouts. You'll listen to her read them and she'll tell you what to highlight. She offers TONS of extra credit.

1.0
5.0
HIST1301
Grade: D+
Jun 27, 2014

not easy alot of work

1.0
5.0
HIST1301
Grade: C+
Jul 3, 2014

I took 1301 and i GOT C not essay teacher :(

1.0
5.0
HIST1301
Grade: D
Jul 3, 2014

I just end up with D ohhhhh , I tried to contact the teacher but no answer

1.0
5.0
HIST1301
Jul 10, 2014

nice teacher but she make it so hard

5.0
2.0
HIST1302
Aug 20, 2014

She is an excellent professor, very passionate about History and creates a nice environment for the students to learn about the topic. She gives multiple opportunities for students to participate in class as well as in the extra credit. You just have to read and know your material. The exams are a little tricky but not if you study hard. Got an A!

5.0
1.0
HIST1302
Grade: A+
Sep 2, 2014

Best professor ever for history. I took her class during the summer for 1302 and I got an A. Do your work and extra credit assignments and you should get an A too, unless your lazy then good luck.

4.0
2.0
HIST1301
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 4, 2014

If you do ALL the extra credit she gives you then you should be good. With all extra credit comes a paper so if you like to write short papers you'll be just fine. Also she is pretty tricky on her exams. *you must pay very close attention to detail* If you study you will do great! I am for sure taking her again for 1302.

4.0
1.0
HISTORY1302
Grade: A
Nov 25, 2014

You don't need a book - she gives all materials. During lectures she will show what exactly is going to be on the test. Tests are 50 questions and they are slightly tricky. If you feel good about it, you don't even have to show up for class, only for test. She really made my load of work less this semester.

3.0
2.0
HIST1301
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 2, 2014

what the other students said is true: Her tests are tricky, but I believe if you study hard, you can make an A. Her lectures are boring. I never pay attention in her class, always do other homework or play my phone in her class because I know that as long as I just blindly memorize her study guide I will be fine.

3.0
4.0
1302
Dec 22, 2014

Mrs Holder wasn't a terrible professor by any means. However, her lectures did consist of reading from the study guide from the test which can get a bit dull. Class consisted of two museum reports and four exams. The exams were extremely tricky so extensive studying is a must! A few extra credit opportunities were given.

4.0
3.0
HIST1301
Grade: A
Dec 14, 2014

Prof Holder gets off topic easy, shows up late, and is often unprepared. She doesn't teach anything. She gives you a handout with brief synopsis of different events, people, lawsacts, and conditions and you have to learn it. In addition, she likes to be tricky-changing one item in a list of 10. Besides that easy and LOTS of extra credit.

5.0
1.0
HIST1301
Grade: A
Dec 24, 2014

She's a very easy teacher. If you have a problem with something, she's always here for you. However, if you really want to learn something, then I would suggest to reconsider your choice. I took her for HIST 1302 and I am so exited now. Take her and you won't regret!

5.0
1.0
HIST1302
May 15, 2015

I love her! She's nice and she's flexible, but she's unprepared for class. And yes, it's a lot of reading and memorizing, but it's history anyway. Regardless of who teaches history, you will always have to memorize unless it's online class. I love her and I wish we have more teachers like her :) She offers a bunch of extra credits anyway.

4.0
4.0
HIST1301
May 27, 2015

She gives out study guides for quizzes and tests. The final exam is not comprehensive (thank god) so you can relax. Each test has like 50 questions and about 7-9 pages of answer key. NEVER wait until the last FEW DAYS to study. I thought i almost died. All the questions will be tricky in many places, how she rephrase sentences and words. Watch out.

5.0
1.0
2301AND2302
May 27, 2015

She's an amazing teacher!! Gives ton of EXTRA credit! and super easy. all you need to do is pay attention and come to class. she's very understanding. if i can take her for any of my class i would!!

4.0
3.0
HIST1301
Jul 7, 2015

Study early, don't put it off. If you study and pay attention you should do well. Her testing are tricking, she like to word question ( tricky ways). I had her summer course and had to do three essays on museum visits and four test ( that includes final). Normally history is boring, this course had a Native American, African American slant...

3.0
3.0
1301
Grade: B
Jul 14, 2015

Best professor ever for History. You need to study early. 50 questions each exam, most are tricky; you have to pay attention. You have to memorize and read a lot. There are a lot of extra credit.

5.0
1.0
HIST1301
Grade: A+
Dec 10, 2015

She gives you the quiz questions, the quiz will be 10/15 questions she gave you. She gives you a packet with 50 questions and the answers to them- this is the test. Attendance is optional, just study the material she gives you, show up on quiz/test dates and you'll get an A.

5.0
1.0
HIST13011302
Grade: A+
Jan 19, 2016

She is clear on what will be on the exams. Professor Holder gives plenty of extra credit opportunities in case you do not do well in any of her 4 exams. Be ready to read and get tricked with some of her questions, but she's fun. Great professor!

5.0
1.0
HIST1301
Grade: A
Dec 13, 2015

Class consists on 4 quizzes and exams (final included) and 1 museum review essay. If you are someone who doesn't study or at least try to look at the study guides she gives then you don't want to pass. A lot of people say tests are tricky but just try to memorize the things that matter. Also offers tons on extra credit. No way to fail.

5.0
3.0
HIST1302
Apr 20, 2016

I really love her class, she was an excellent teacher that really cares about her student. I appreciate her for being so motivational and she provided us every opportunity to pass her class. She is wonderful o be around but be ready to read and stay motivated she only has your best interest at heart.

4.0
1.0
HIST1302
Grade: B
May 5, 2016

She's so nice! She cracks all kinds of jokes and really talks to her students when lecturing. Instead of just reading from the book she engages with you. She does tend to go off on tangents but its not bad. Theres no hw but there are quizes and tests. As long as you study you'll be fine.

3.0
1.0
HIST1301
Grade: B
May 16, 2016

I took her for Hist 1301, I skipped her class for almost half the semester and got a B. Gives a load of extra credit, I don't know if I would take again, she goes off topic, especially in sports. No lectures, she gives you a packet with all the exam questions so you don't need to be in class honestly, just study at home. 4 exams 4 quizzes.

5.0
2.0
HIS1301
Grade: A+
Jul 7, 2016
Would take again

Took for Hist 1301 in summer 1 and taking for summer 2, gives over 50 points in extra credit. Give you the review and all the answers, does try to trick you with the questions in the test, but if you study you should pass

5.0
1.0
HIS1301
Grade: A+
Aug 29, 2016
Would take again

the best, easiest, most respected teacher ive ever had at hcc, take her before the class gets full, loooooooooooooooots of extra credits, no book,dont have to be in class all time,easy A, bid thanks prof. Angela ;) I wish I can take y again.

5.0
2.0
HIST1302
Grade: B
Aug 5, 2016
Would take again

Mrs. Angela is one of the best professors I had this summer, she is always there for you and will help you whenever you need. I did not get the best grade, but it was my fault, not hers

2.0
2.0
HIST1302
Grade: D+
Dec 12, 2016
Wouldn't take again

All in all, this class was a waste of my time. I didn't pass but I'm sure others will. If you're expecting to learn, this isn't the class to take. She sits a her desk and reads from the study guide. Doesn't actually teach anything of substance not even for the short time your in the class. What a bore.

5.0
2.0
HIS1301
Grade: A
Nov 18, 2016
Would take again

She is AMAZING. That's all I can say.

4.0
4.0
HIST1301
Apr 19, 2017
Would take again

Angela Holder is a great professor just that her classes aren't necessary she basically reads the questions and gives a little extra but make sure you put time towards your studying she does trick people on tests but as long as you know your stuff you'll be ok

Tough Grader
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TEST HEAVY
5.0
4.0
HIS1301
Grade: A+
May 7, 2017
Would take again

Shes a great , no PHENOMENAL teacher . she loves what she does and you can tell by the way she talks about history . You wont have to purchase a book for 1302 if you took her for 1301 . she gives ALOT of chances for extra credit like an insane amount and is veryy understanding . i enjoyed this teacher soo much during the two semsters spent

Respected
Hilarious
LECTURE HEAVY
4.0
2.0
HIST2
Grade: A
May 12, 2017
Would take again

4 quizzes, 4 tests, multiple choice with extra credit. Easy A

Participation matters
Hilarious
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
1.0
HIST13011302GEN
Grade: A+
Jun 4, 2017
Would take again

She is the most amazing professor I have ever taken!!!!! She is very understanding about personal issues and gives a ridiculous amount of extra credit. I don't really write reviews but I just had to for her. Impossible to find a better professor. She's amazing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
HIST1302
Grade: A
May 13, 2017
Would take again

Miss Holder is one of the best profs I've had. You can tell she's really passionate about the subject and wants you to learn things too, way past just memorizing facts. The tests are easy as long as you study and there's plenty of extra credit opportunities so you can work for your A. Oh and she's a football nerd.

Respected
Hilarious
Caring
2.0
4.0
HIST1302
Grade: B
Jul 3, 2017
Wouldn't take again

She used to be easier but her schedule changed due other supervises. I took her for HIsT 1301 in fall which was easier than now. More research papers and essays. Test were formatted differently.

Tough Grader
Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
3.0
3.0
HIST1302
Grade: B+
Jul 3, 2017
Wouldn't take again

A lot of reading from textbooks. I took this class in the summer session and it was hard. You must read at least 25 pages a day. Shes is a great teacher but her test was very tricky and hard. too many essays crammed together. She has a great personalty with a positive outlook. Quite a tedious class for a hsitory elective.

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Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
2.0
4.0
HIST1302
Grade: B-
Jul 3, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Beware of pop quizzes now!! She started doing them since people are always on their phone. These quizzes goes towardsyour test worth 1pt. Expect to see them on the test. A little bit of reading but the essays are the hardest. She gives you prompt and you write in the format she instructed. which is in class after your test. Test can be tricky espe

BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
Clear grading criteria
TEST HEAVY
3.0
3.0
HIST1302
Grade: B+
Jul 4, 2017
Wouldn't take again

I read the reviews on rate my professor and none of them mentioned pop quizzes and loads of reading. The class was study by yourself type of class with loads of reading on your own time. Test can be tricky and confusing at times. Papers essays came after when you finished the test.

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BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
SO MANY PAPERS
2.0
4.0
HIS1301
Grade: B
Jul 5, 2017
Would take again

I learned a lot fromt his class in my time here. It was lecture heavy and a lot of reading about the american history. It is your standard HIST class with a bunch of reading, test, and essay. One thing I will say is that the test is really difficult even though you read the textbook and guides.

Tough Grader
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
TEST HEAVY
5.0
2.0
HIST13011302
Grade: A
Jul 10, 2017
Would take again

One of the best best best teachers in hccs.

Respected
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
2.0
HIS1301
Grade: A
Jul 12, 2017
Would take again

Lot's of extra credit opportunity. Great teacher overall in HCC. 1 test and 1 final.

Respected
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
EXTRA CREDIT
1.0
1.0
HIST1302
Grade: A
Aug 26, 2017
Wouldn't take again

I like Prof Holder and would love to have her over at a dinner party, but this class is a joke. She gives you all the test questions ahead of time. The class is then her reading the questions then reading the answers out of the book. She assigned papers but then told us she wasn't going to read them and we got an A if we turned it in. VERY easy A.

5.0
2.0
HIST13011302
Grade: B
Jul 16, 2017
Would take again

Professor Angela Holder is an awesome teacher. I suggest taking her for summer classes. She gives you exam materials. she goes over the answers to every question on the test. She can be tricky on exams, have to read the question, also no book is necessary in her summer classes. She gives you a lot of extra credit options to boost test grades.

Hilarious
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
HIST1302
Grade: A+
Dec 11, 2017
Would take again

You don't need a book she is the book. She doesn't only give you the review for your tests, she reads it to you and even tells you to highlight the most important information you will need for your test. All you need to do is study. Not so hard. She even gives extra points to eat a burger.

Respected
Get ready to read
Tests are tough
5.0
2.0
HIS1301
Dec 13, 2017
Would take again

Sh'e a really laid back teacher! but make sure you STUDY! STUDY! STUDY! she is known for trick questions, so make sure you know the material. Besides that she is bomb!

Hilarious
EXTRA CREDIT
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4.0
4.0
HIST1302
Grade: A
Dec 15, 2017
Would take again

there are 4 tests, 4 quizzes, and 3 museum papers. You have to memorize 50ish paragraphs per test and 10ish paragraphs per quiz. She will change just one word in the paragraph so if you're not great at memorizing, DO NOT TAKE HER. You have to make a lot of copies for your partner outside of class which cost me money. She's approachable/friendly.

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
3.0
HIST1302
Grade: B
Dec 17, 2017
Would take again

She's really nice and offers a lot of extra credit opportunities. I love how she gets students involved in the community. She had us volunteer at the Buffalo Soldier Museum one afternoon and do gardening and cleanup work at a cemetery one Saturday. We got to help our community AND she gave us extra credit for it. A real win-win.

TEST HEAVY
Caring
Would take again
5.0
2.0
HIST1302
Grade: A
Dec 18, 2017
Would take again

She gives you everything you need to make an A in her class. It is impossible to make less than an A with all of the extra credit. She is a great professor as well. She talks a lot only because she is full of history. TAKE HER!

Clear grading criteria
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Would take again
1.0
4.0
HIST1302
Grade: C
Dec 20, 2017
Wouldn't take again

DONT DO IT!!! She will teach you literally nothing. You will learn more/save time by taking class online. She will just read directly from the hand outs. Tells you to buy a book you dont need. Completely wastes your time with class when she will just talk about her sports teams or irrelevant material. Hard tests. Extra credit clearly doesnt help

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GRADED BY FEW THINGS
5.0
1.0
HIST1301
Grade: B
Dec 20, 2017
Would take again

pros and con to her the pros are she gives you plenty of extra credit all you have to do is study for your quiz and your test the con are Mrs Holder is late to class almost every day, she was even late to our finals she doesn't tell you grades so you could be failing and wouldn't know it but I passed and thank God .

Tough Grader
Respected
TEST HEAVY
5.0
1.0
HIST1302
Grade: A
Apr 12, 2018
Would take again

Prof. Holder, makes history easy to learn. She offers a bunch of extra credit as well! Prof. Holder, basically hands you the blueprint to the exams and all you have to do is study it. This class is an easy A.

Respected
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5.0
2.0
HIST1302
Grade: A+
Apr 15, 2018
Would take again

it does not get any better than her when it comes to history, she practically gives you all the packets and tells you exactly what to highlight for the test. 4 Exams, 4 Quizzes, 3 Short 1-2PG essays; that's it!!! *however, with that said 95% of the course is memorization, so just keep that in mind. LOTS OF EXTRA CREDIT (around 100 pts total). EasyA

Clear grading criteria
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
3.0
3.0
HIST1301
Grade: A
May 3, 2018
Would take again

On one hand she offers a great range of opportunities for extra credit where you will also learn about local history. On the other hand she just lectures from a handout. The only critical thinking required is navigating somewhat tricky multiple choice questions. Maybe thats great for some students, but I wanted to dive deeper.

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5.0
2.0
HIST1302
Grade: A
May 11, 2018
Would take again

I took Ms. Holders for two semester straight and I'm very love the way she teaches the class. Her lectures are amazing and she gives a lot of extra credits. Attending her class, you will be able to learn about the history of things outside, not just only in books. You will be surprised on how many extra credits that she gives when taking her class.

Hilarious
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
HIST1302
Grade: A
Jul 4, 2018
Would take again

My favorite teacher. I'm pretty bad at history and know zero U.S history. English is my second language thus reading books is a bit of a struggle for me and that's why I took her twice and got A's every time. tests are based on 50 questions. Memorize WORD BY WORD and I MEAN IT. all you gotta do for that class. done

Gives good feedback
Respected
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
1.0
HIS1301
Grade: A
Jul 11, 2018
Would take again

My favorite teacher of all time. Shes amazing at teaching. All exams are exactly like the reviews. She offers a lot of extra credit. She is understanding and easy to talk to. BEST CLASS EVER. Easy A if you study and do all the assignments.

Respected
Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
3.0
HIS1301
Grade: B+
Aug 30, 2018
Would take again

Prof. Holder is very nice but Her test are very tricky, so please study. The museum reports are pretty much a completion grade so try to get those done ASAP. And extra credit was helpful as well. In this class you earn you grade.

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EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
3.0
HIST1301
Grade: A
Dec 10, 2018
Would take again

4 tests & 4 quizzes! Memorize them WORD for WORD and you will make an A. If you're too lazy to do that, she gives like 100 points in extra credit to make up for your lowest test grade. Class might be boring but she lets you out early. Just make sure to highlight what she says and you're good to go.

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Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
3.0
2.0
HIST1301
Grade: A
Dec 12, 2018
Would take again

Easy A class. we don't learn much, just go over the study guide. She does a lot of trick questions. She doesn't start class till 30 mins in. she spends the entire class grading the test you took last class and then shows you your grade and then sends you home. that's a waste of our time. I drive 45mins to get to this campus to just sit there.

EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
1.0
HIS1301
Grade: A
Dec 17, 2018
Would take again

Whatever you do PLEASE find some way to experience this Professor. I thought she was tough, but she goes over the quiz and exam material prior to testing. She offer so many ways to earn extra credits. She also listens and take life emergencies into consideration, allowing you to makeup some (NOT ALL) test. PLEASE DON'T TRY TAKING HER FOR GRANITE.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Participation matters
3.0
1.0
HIST1302
Grade: B
Dec 20, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Memorize! Memorize! Boring!

EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
1.0
HIST1301
Grade: A
Jan 3, 2019
Would take again

Best history professor at HCC! She provides what you need to pass the exams and quizzes, but you have to actually READ the material and remember details about the questions, because she will switch things around to make sure you are legitimately reading and retaining the information. She is fun, easy to talk to and offers tons of extra credit!

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2.0
4.0
HIST1301
Grade: B
Jan 8, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Took her for HIST 1301. The class itself is very boring. Basically the whole semester she will be reading over a packet and telling you were to highlight. She does not teach. She is very inspirational when she goes off topic. Funny at times. The essays she makes you do dont go towards your grade. The test are tricky so make you sure you study hard

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Inspirational
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
HIST1302
Grade: B
May 13, 2019
Would take again

Professor Holder knows her History. Although you do have to purchase a textbook, she does give you most of the reading material you will need for 4 of her exams. She does give extra credit, just be aware of a lot of reading. I am not a fan of History nor reading, but she breaks it down as you go along and she does love class discussions.

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EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
1.0
HIS1301
Grade: B+
May 28, 2019
Would take again

I took Ms Holder for 1301( 4 test, 3 essays, and quizzes) and will be taking her again for 1302. No books required, and as long as your read the notes you should pass. TEST ARE TRICKY! :)

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
1.0
1.0
HIST1301
Grade: A+
Jun 3, 2019
Wouldn't take again

History majors should avoid this prof. Extremely partisan content is taught. American History as a whole is not taught. Tests are majority trick question. She gives you exact questions and answers for the test read word for word as lecture each day. Tests and quizzes use memorization day before and morning of the test. Uses 2 text books. Easy A

EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
HIST1301
Grade: B
Jul 10, 2019
Would take again

Great lectures, extra credit opportunities. I took her class for hist 1301 and 1302 and as long as you keep up with the notes and study you will be good to go. Pay attention to quizzes and tests she is tricky but if you study it won't be hard.

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Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
3.0
3.0
HIST1301
Grade: B
Jul 18, 2019
Would take again

This is a memorization/test course. She gives quizzes from the book, but teaches her own stuff in class. She requires one paper for the class, but as long as you do it, that's all she really needs for that.

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Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
5.0
2.0
HIST13011302
Grade: A+
Aug 14, 2019
Would take again

Professor Holder is the best professor Ive ever had at Hcc. Shes so respectful and understanding! She gives many opportunities for extra credit. I had her class this summer for Hist 1301 and 1302. You have to spend time reading and understanding the material otherwise youll be tricked by the exam. We had 4 exams and 3 essays. Take her !

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Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
1.0
HIST1302
Grade: A+
Nov 6, 2019
Would take again

She has critiqued her class for you you to pass. People simply do not want to read. Study her handouts with repetition and show up to the extra credit sites. Nice Professor until you disrupt her class with your own conversation or get caught cheating on a test. Just put forth the effort and you'll be fine. -Rodger Dat-

Respected
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EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
1.0
HIST1302
Grade: A+
Nov 6, 2019
Would take again

She has critiqued her class for you to pass. People simply do not want to read. Study her handouts with repetition and show up to the extra credit sites. Nice Professor until you disrupt her class with your own conversation or get caught cheating on a test. Just put forth the effort and you'll be fine. -Rodger Dat-

Respected
Lots of homework
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
HIST1301
Grade: A
Dec 4, 2019
Would take again

With the extra credits and fun classes, there is no way you can fail. Dont eve think twice my friend. Take her. I made an A...

Respected
Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
HIS1301
Grade: A
Jan 13, 2020
Would take again

Professor Holder is straight and direct. The class goes beyond the typical "History" routine. The instructor has many options for extra credit that are relevant to the subject matter. Her lectures are engrossing and quite engaging. I highly recommend Professor Holder. She uses an excellent study guide to prepare the class for upcoming tests.

Respected
Inspirational
Clear grading criteria
1.0
5.0
HIS1301
Apr 30, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Although I love professor holder as a person I have never done bad in a class like never. Since the lockdown she has been awful she dont respond to emails. Dont let you know what is going on. Post assignments last minute. On ever exam she is tricky with her multiple choice questions. I love her as a person but I dont even know whats going on rn

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Test heavy
Tough grader
4.0
2.0
HIST1301
May 12, 2020
Would take again

I think a 9th grader would be ridiculous not to get an A in this class. Very simple, its almost impossible not to get that. If you get below that, I might rethink your decision on college. Lol

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4.0
1.0
HIST1301
Grade: A+
Aug 25, 2020
Would take again

Took her for the summer, one of the easiest class I've ever taken. If you're looking for an easy history class to get an A in, this is the one. 3 exams + 4 quiz + writing assignment (basically completion grade). Do not buy a new textbook, find one online. The previous version works perfectly (though she will say otherwise).

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3.0
3.0
HIS1301
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 1, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Professor Holder is such a sweet and caring person it hurts me not to give her a higher rating, however with class being online she had A LOT of trouble being organized. She often had to reschedule tests and she would give us study guides very last minute. We only had 1 written assignment, 4 quizzes, and 3 tests (including final exam)

Test heavy
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
HIS1301
Grade: C
Dec 21, 2020
Would take again

Professor Holder is very nice and sweet. She loves to joke around. Her lectures are straight forward. She will give you the answers for study guides both test and quizzes. However, the quizzes and test are tricky, make sure you read them carefully because she mixes the words around.

Respected
Graded by few things
Hilarious
5.0
2.0
HIS1301
Grade: A+
Jun 30, 2021
Would take again

I took Professor Holder during the Spring 2021 semester. She was absolutely amazing. It was such a joy to be in her class. I have never been a fan of history but the connection and passion that professor has is extremely influential. Her syllabus is straight forward. She gives reviews that are helpful and similar to the quizzes and exams.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Inspirational
5.0
1.0
HIS1301
Grade: B+
Aug 9, 2021
Would take again

Prof. Holder is AWSOME!! take her, super easy class took her for the 5 wk summer course and she practically gives you the answer for everything! She makes sure you have everything you need for her exams! Not a hard class to take at ALL!

Respected
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
4.0
3.0
HIST1301
Grade: A
Aug 24, 2021
Would take again

Took her for online on a schedule for summer five weeks. Super easy class. 4 quizzes and 3 exams. She discusses all the questions of quizzes and exams in class. She is really understanding and loves to joke around. Time limit can be a problem in her exams but talk to her and she will extend it. Also there will be many extra credit opportunities.

Hilarious
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
2.0
HIS1301
Grade: B+
Nov 2, 2021
Would take again

She provides study guides for her exams and they are exactly what is on the exams with a few changes. We used the book quite often to answer quiz study guide questions. Overall a nice professor and easy class as long as you do the reading. Definitely recommend.

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5.0
1.0
HISTORY1302
Grade: A
Nov 16, 2021
Would take again

Professor Holder is a great professor, Ive taken history 1 and 2 with her and I always get a good grade, she gives us study guides for tests and quizzes, only 4 quizzes, 3 tests and 1 essay, everything is exactly as the study guides. Shes a very energetic and caring person, I would recommend if you are good at memorizing

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Hilarious
3.0
4.0
HIS1301
Grade: A
Feb 24, 2022
Wouldn't take again

Writing an average review for Professor Holder hurts me because I really liked her as a professor and her lectures were good. The part of this class I hated the most was her exams; she expects you to memorize every word in the study guide. Not worth it at all. Her class gave me anxiety.

5.0
2.0
HIST1301
Grade: D+
May 12, 2022
Would take again

Professor Holder was the best History you can ever have, she is a great teacher to have she is nice and caring, and has this great energy. Her class are always the best, the lectures are clear and really easy. But she will trick and change words from Quizzes and Exams so read and remember everything carefully. Oh, and only one essay project!!

EXTRA CREDIT
Beware of pop quizzes
Caring
4.0
2.0
HIST1302
Grade: B
May 19, 2022
Would take again

I enjoyed taking her class this semester. Her instructions for the assignments are very straightforward. Just 4 quizzes, 3 tests & one essay. She also gives extra credit. The only thing is that she will switch some words up for the quizzes/tests to trick you so you must study. The book for this class is required for the quizzes. Good professor!

EXTRA CREDIT
Hilarious
Respected
5.0
2.0
HIST1301
Grade: A
Jul 14, 2022
Would take again

Firstly, all her tests and quizzes are easy BUT you need to be careful when taking them. If you are careless, you will fail. She provides study guides for both the tests and quizzes and takes directly from them BUT be careful and read THOROUGHLY. There is one essay that is extremely easy. Lastly, do the study guides!!! You'll be mad if you don't.

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5.0
1.0
1302
Grade: B
Aug 15, 2022
Would take again

She is the best professor I have had. Definitely take her class. She is very caring and understanding. Easy tests and quizzes. I think there is 4 quizzes and 4 tests including the final. One essay. Easy grader. Just show up and do the work.

EXTRA CREDIT
Caring
Respected
5.0
2.0
HIST1301
Sep 16, 2022
Would take again

her exams and quizzes require a lot of memorization.

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Hilarious
1.0
5.0
HIST1301
Grade: A+
Nov 10, 2022

Be warned! This instructor is a trickster. She purposefully tries to trick by changing one word out of an entire paragraph on T/F questions. On the first test, the highest grade in our class was an 86 and she doesnt curve! Heres the kicker, no one scores high on tests. It forces you to do her "extra-credit" by volunteering, some by manual labor!

Tough grader
EXTRA CREDIT
Graded by few things
4.0
3.0
1301
Nov 15, 2022
Would take again

She's a bubbly professor and she makes lectures interesting. I like her class BUT I'm gonna be honest with y'all you're gonna work for your grade. 4 quizzes, 3 exams, and a museum review. I enjoyed going to the museums for the essay but be careful with the tests. She tricks you a little by changing words.

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Accessible outside class
2.0
4.0
HIST1301
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 2, 2022

History has always been my best subject, but this class is almost impossible. Professor Holder is very nice and approachable, but all of her tests & quizzes are trick questions. She will pull information directly from the study guides but change ONE word. Also she makes you go to 3 museums downtown and write a 3-4 page essay for each.

Tough grader
EXTRA CREDIT
Graded by few things
5.0
1.0
HISTORY1302
Grade: A
Dec 6, 2022
Would take again

Professor Holder is a great teacher she is nice, caring and really respectful. Her lecutres she provideds you with everything for review Exams, and Quizzes. But do be warn you need to study those reviews, because she does changes words in the exams and quizzes. Over all, great professor 4 quizzes, 4 exams, and three museum essay that you need to go

Beware of pop quizzes
Caring
Respected
5.0
3.0
HIS1301
Grade: A+
Apr 22, 2023
Would take again

Prof Holder is awesome!!! I really enjoyed her class and love her energy and enthusiasm for her students to learn. Her exams are exactly as the study guide. All T/F she will just change a couple words so pay attention. No Lockdown easy A. 3 Easy Museum Essays/ 3 Test/ 4 Quizes

EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
Hilarious
1.0
4.0
HIS1301
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Mar 3, 2023

Professor Holder is a good natured, social and at times humorous person. However, her class is impossible to succeed in and her tests are designed extremely poorly. All her tests & quizzes are trick questions. She takes information word for word from the study guides but changes ONE word in 4-5 line paragraphs. Tests grade eyesight not knowledge.

Tough grader
EXTRA CREDIT
3.0
3.0
HIST1302
Grade: A
May 8, 2023

Her tests are designed very poorly. She gives you the questions and answers ahead of time, so you make think it's easy just like i did, but the questions are all basically PARAGRAPHS and have answers that are also PARAGRAPHS, so there's no way you can memorize all thirty. Also she makes you go to 2 museums and write essays. Quizzes are chill though

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5.0
2.0
HIS1301
Grade: Not sure yet
May 10, 2023
Would take again

Very talkative and a super nice professor. In this class, you will spend most of your time reviewing tests. This might sound bad but she goes over them with you and it's basically the entire test. She has 3 tests and 3 quizzes for the entire semester. Also you have to go to 3 museums (which was very fun imo) and write 3 essays about each museum.

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Test heavy
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
HIST1301
Grade: B
May 10, 2023
Would take again

A. Holder is incredibly sweet and patient. Her course exams are difficult and I do wish they were more to the point, but this is college and no one said it'd be easy. She's great for allowing extra credit and they're all for good reasons. Don't be upset that you may have to use critical thinking skills in order to pass this course.

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Inspirational
Respected
1.0
5.0
1301
Grade: B
May 17, 2023

Professor Holder is a kind-hearted person. Nevertheless, her course is exceedingly challenging to excel in, as her assessments are severely flawed in design. Each exam and quiz is riddled with deceptive questions, where she takes passages directly from the study guides but cunningly alters a single word within lengthy paragraphs (4 to 5 lines).

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Test heavy
5.0
2.0
HIST101
Grade: B
May 18, 2023
Would take again

Very easy to the point course. She had a book that we used for test and quizzes but we had a study guide for both and we had class going over them together. We had one major writing assignment worth 30% about certain museum exhibits, remember to use your student ID and show the Canvas assignment. Overall very fun class and I wouldn't mind retaking.

EXTRA CREDIT
Caring
Graded by few things
5.0
3.0
HIST1301
Grade: B+
Aug 14, 2023
Would take again

I took Professor Holder class for an online 5wk summer session. Main points:a lot of reading, memorizing, and critical thinking. You MUST study outside of class to pass this course. For, her EXAMS are the most difficult assignments to master! (You Can Do It!!!) Very lengthy questions & answers. Quizzes wasn't so hard. Very Knowledgeable & Caring.

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Caring
Test heavy
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3.0
HIST1301
Grade: D+
Aug 20, 2023

She didnt make several things clear and wouldnt understand certain situations, she is also hard to cope with.

Tough grader
5.0
1.0
HIST1301
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 29, 2023
Would take again

Only had 8 assignments for the entire regular term, with 4 quizzes and 3 exam, and 1 museum assignment (very easy). Quizzes and exams were all multiple choice so no free response which is major plus.All the answers to these assignments were given on study guide but on test day, the wording was changed, making it annoying but easy still. Easy class

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HIST1301
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 7, 2023
Would take again

Professor Howard is great! She is engaging and funny, and she has lots of opportunities for extra credit. There is no homework, but be careful when studying because her tests/quizzes are almost entirely trick questions. She likes to change dates, names, and locations to trip you up. Otherwise, I enjoyed this class.

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Hilarious
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HIST1301
Grade: C
Dec 15, 2023
Would take again

Professor holder is very kind , warm , and an amazing individual! Lots of extra credit! Museum visits are cool , she gives you more that enough time to write essays. Very light on the text books side of things. the tests are MEMORIZATION HELL. You have to memorize paragraphs word by word. Imagine taking a test but 90% are trick questions. yeah

Caring
Respected
Test heavy
2.0
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HIS1301
Grade: A-
Dec 13, 2023

I liked Professor Holder as a person, but I hated her class structure. She has 4 quizzes T/F, 3 exams multiple choice, and 3 museum essays. She would change a single word/single letter to trick you on her quizzes/exams but also made typos all throughout so sometimes you didnt know if she was tricking you or not. Her class takes up way too much time

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HIST1301
Grade: B-
Dec 19, 2023
Would take again

Professor Holder is an amazing overall person. She's kind-hearted and funny but her class is not as good as the person. There are only 10 assignments total. The essays were not that difficult but the quizzes and exams you really have to memorize for. She Gives you all the questions beforehand but changes a single word so you really have to read.

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HIST1302
Grade: A+
Jan 24, 2024
Would take again

Professor Holder is great. If you have a good memory, this class will be a breeze. Literally all that matters are the few quizzes (in-person),tests (in-person + online), and one grade for essays (easy grader). She gives reviews for everything that are exactly like the quizzes/exams. This is one of the easiest classes I have ever taken.

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Respected
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HIST1301
Grade: B
Jan 17, 2024
Would take again

Professor Holder is one of the most caring profs i've had. Her class is a bit more difficult, she gives you all the questions beforehand so i recommend quizlet and a good memory. She also has alot of extra credit opprtunites. She understands the world isnt perfect just let her know your situation, she'll probably give you an extention.

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1302
Grade: B-
Apr 26, 2024

I am giving a rating of 4 because she is a great person. She is funny, always smiling, gets along with everyone. Her class is meh. It is essencially all memorization, 0 critical thinking skills. STEM students - You will be bored out of your mind. Dont say I didnt warn you

Caring
Test heavy
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HIST101
Grade: C
Apr 26, 2024

Her test's are like gambling. You will never study and pass, however you can study all night and easily fail. its full of TRICK QUESTIONS . If you like memorizing flash cards endlessly - take her. BONUS POINTS if you eat a BURGER lol

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HIST1302
Grade: D
May 4, 2024
Would take again

She doesn't respond to emails or canvas messages. Yeah she's a good teacher but DO NOT say "message me on canvas with any questions" when you're NOT going to respond when its about something very important that's making your student have a panic attack

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HIST1301
Grade: A
May 6, 2024

not a fun class. as a person shes okay but her class is mind bogglingly boring. Anoying paragraphs to memorize. 40-50 paragraphs. Some of them are 200-300 words long :(

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1302
Grade: C+
Jul 1, 2024
Would take again

Ms. Holder is amazing! entertaining and interactive lectures. I would recommend her courses to anyone !!

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HIST1301
Grade: B
Oct 6, 2024
Would take again

Professor Holder's class can be challenging, but she provides ample extra credit opportunities. The tests are tricky, so using unstuck ai and Quizlet is crucial for memorization. Overall, the class is manageable with active engagement.

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1301
Grade: Not sure yet
Jul 22, 2024

She has 4 quizzes, 3 exams, and 3 museum papers (3-4 pages each). There's no proctoring, and it's open book. The challenge is ALL trick questions! The instructor makes subtle changes in long paragraphs, marking answers wrong if not exactly as written. Even correct answers are marked wrong if phrased differently. It's so strange and confusing.

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1301
Grade: D
Nov 14, 2024

In my life i have never got D in any subject. I don't know what is the problem of this professor She never give a reply of email. My assignment was given 0 even though it was all written by me and this is the craziest subject i have taken in my life with this professor. Never take this professor.

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1301
Grade: A
Nov 5, 2024
Would take again

Would take her class again. Great person and human being

Tough grader
Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
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HIS1301
Dec 16, 2024

She is a tough grader. I don't recommend her. Find another professor.

Tough grader
Lecture heavy
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1301
Grade: C
Dec 17, 2024

be on alert no understanding, be prepared to do extra credit work to receive a decent grade

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1302
Jan 29, 2025

Her approach to teaching history in this class to be heavily centered on racial perspectives, which, while important, overshadows a broader understanding of historical events. The focus on race often took precedence over a comprehensive examination of historical facts. I felt uncomfortable at times, the class appeared to be more politically charged

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1302
Dec 17, 2024

she grades based on your political views and not on how much work you complete.

Tough grader
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HIST1302
Grade: B
Apr 29, 2025
Would take again

A lovely professor that provides a comfortable and leisurely, engaging class atmosphere. Though I took her online, Professor Holder made the class fun and interactive. Pop Quizzes and exams are reading based, but nothing that she won't cover, and she always wants to help her students! Please take this review to heart and consider her class!

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HIST1302
Grade: B
Mar 8, 2025

The professor is passionate but focuses mainly on racial history, neglecting other aspects of American history. She encourages attending HBCUs, all with lower ratings and graduation rates, than standard universities and presents personal opinions as facts. With few assignments, there's little room for redemption, so caution is advised.

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HIST1302
Grade: C
May 13, 2025
Would take again

This class was not hard, but she only has 5 or 6 grades in total. All tests, and 1 written assignment to go to 2 museums and watch a movie. I didn't do the written assignment and still got a C. Her tests can be a little confusing, but if you study and pay attention to the wording of the questions it should be okay. Only take her if you test well.

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HIST1301
Grade: A
May 19, 2025

4 quizzes and all are true/false but it's super tricky, she would be doing word play with you. Exams are also very hard, I had to do grave cleaning for extra credit. She doesn't teach you anything, just go to her class and she gives you the answers to the quizzes/exams but you have to memorize them word by word and it's super long.

Tough grader
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HIST1301
Grade: B
Aug 8, 2025

Average professor, but indeed a very difficult class. Her class is dependent on quiz and exam grades based on the lecture's textbook along with confusing “assessment corrections” posted by her every week. She also includes a in person museum activity involving 3 museums; one essay for each museum. Harsh grader and purposefully tricky assessments.

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1301
Grade: B+
Aug 18, 2025
Would take again

I took her last fall for history 1301,her class is fairly easy. On the test she may switch up a single word and make the answer false when it was originally true. Most student don't go to the cemetery and instantly regret it later, GO EVERY SINGLE TIME, huge difference. Do the museum assignments within the first month to not rush things at the end.

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HIS1301
Grade: A-
Dec 2, 2025

Very difficult tests, limited time, big writing assignment 10% of your grade

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1302
Grade: B+
Dec 4, 2025
Would take again

Was an amazing teacher, would take her class again. made learning fun and always had funny stories to share.

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Caring
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1302
Grade: Rather not say
Dec 9, 2025
Would take again

She is amazing professor please take her history 1301 and 1302 classes she is giving amazing feedbacks and she responds emails on time she is so professional knowledgeable and I like her teaching I highly recommend her.

Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
Inspirational
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HIS1301
Grade: B+
Dec 17, 2025
Would take again

Lots of extra credit. She is the BEST very patient, hilarious and understanding. The reviews are the exam so make sure to study the reviews thoroughly. And in her true or false question, if the exams question is not exactly (word for word) as what the review says that's question is false because she will try to trick you by thinking the F is T.

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Accessible outside class
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HIST1302
Grade: B+
Dec 14, 2025
Would take again

She is amazing professor take her enjoy learning history1301-1302 please took both classes from her.

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