4.6

Anthony L. Terry

Political Science - Utah Valley University

4.6
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4.6
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This is the easiest class ever

POLS1100 - 5.0 rating

Judge Terry is a great professor

POLS1000 - 5.0 rating
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100%

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POLS1000
Nov 8, 2005

No Comments

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ECON1010
Dec 26, 2005

Very nice guy and he is willing to work with you. Great class!

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POLS1000
Jan 3, 2006

Dr. Terry is an awesome professor. He's willing to work with you (if needed) to pass the class. i totally recommend Dr. Terry for any class. you can't fail his class unless you never show up.

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PLSC1000
Jul 5, 2006

By far the best professor I have had at UVSC. He is funny, fair, understanding and interesting. Very low on busy work. Easy grade and I learned so much!

5.0
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POLYSCI1100
Jul 30, 2006

Dr. Terry is awesome. I learned alot in his class. If you have any problems he is always willing to work them out with you and keep things fair. If you participate in class he will love you. That will take you a long way!

4.0
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ECON1010
Nov 5, 2006

Doesn't really know that much about econmics but does his best. Easy class as long as you put in a little effort.

5.0
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POLS1000
Dec 7, 2006

I loved this class! Dr. Terry is so passionate about history. His enthusiam made the class interesting. I never missed a class simply because I loved learning from him. I would recommend him to anyone.

5.0
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POLS1000
Dec 9, 2006

Awesome teacher!!

5.0
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ECON1010
Dec 13, 2006

At first I was not that interested in the class but when I attended and listened to Dr Terry's comments and views on different topics in the course, I was vey happy I signed for his class. This was a very educational class. Looking forward to telling others about it.

5.0
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POLS1000
Dec 14, 2006

Dr. Terry is a great teacher. He is there to help whenever you need it. His classes are always interesting and his lectures are very helpful.

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PHIL1000
Dec 24, 2006

I'm not sure about his upper level history classes, however, he was very knowledgeable and passionate about his subject. He was hepful either in class or quick to respond to an e-mail. I recommend Dr. Terry because he knows how to teach

5.0
2.0
POLS1000
Dec 26, 2006

Knowledgable and articulate. Willing to make allowances for extenuating circumstances.

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ECON1010
Jan 9, 2007

Hard to find a more caring teacher. Judge Terry wants his students to succeed and he will help you in anyway he can. Take him if you get the chance! Although he is more qualified than most teachers at UVSC he always puts the student first and never boasts about himself.

5.0
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POLS1000
Jan 9, 2007

Who doesn't love Dr. Terry? Seriously, don't waste your time in any other class, when he's the best UVSC has to offer. He must be a great judge, he's an extremely fair professor, and really cares about the students and their success.- Not loads of busy work that does not educate. He taught in a way that made history relevant to our everyday lives.

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POLS1000
Apr 9, 2007

the freaking bomb!!!

5.0
1.0
POLS1010
Apr 19, 2007

Awesome teacher. Takes and answers any questions in a very understanding way. Pretty funny too.

5.0
1.0
POLS1010
Apr 20, 2007

I loved this class! Great teacher, he really made politics ineresting. I would highly reccomend Dr. Terrry to anyone.

4.0
2.0
ECON1010
Apr 20, 2007

awesome, Dr. Terry is a fun guy, I would highly recommend him

5.0
2.0
POLS004
Apr 23, 2007

In the beginning he acts all tough but in the end he really is a softy. Just try your best to speak up and speak your mind.

5.0
3.0
ECON1010
Apr 28, 2007

Great teacher, lot's of fun, great insights from his experience as a judge

5.0
1.0
HIST1010
May 4, 2007

Awesome teacher. Extremely helpful when you have questions and loves for everyone to contribute in class. If you go to his class, ask questions and let him know you are his student, he will do everything to help you along. He loves students that participate and are interested.

5.0
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POLS1000
Aug 15, 2007

He is one of the best teachers i have ever had.

5.0
4.0
POLS1000
Aug 22, 2007

Judge Terry is AWESOME!! Possibly the best teacher I've had to date. He wants to help you succeed. If you do all the assignments you'll get a good grade. Judge Terry has fun stories and is a funloving guy. I would highly recommend him.

5.0
2.0
POLS1000
Dec 6, 2007

He was a great teacher, not only will you learn a lot but he really cares about what he is teaching. I would take this class again if i could

4.0
2.0
POLS1000
Jan 4, 2008

Judge Terry is really easy going and will help you succed in this class. He understands that college students have alot of other things going on in there life so he will help you in anyway possible. I would take another class from him in a second!

5.0
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POLS1000
Mar 24, 2008

Judge Terry is the most sincere professor I have had. If you treat him good, he treats you better. The first couple days of school he seems like he might turn out to be a jerk. But that is NOT the case in any way. Classes requires reading and reporting on State of Fear, two tests and three short current event papers. Highly recommended

5.0
2.0
POLS1000
Apr 17, 2008

Judge Terry Is such a great man, he will get to know you personally and he loves and cares about you and loves his job and it shows. in the class you have to memorize the preamble and the gettsburg address but he makes it easy on you. papers if you do them full credit one of my favorite teachers i have ever had TAKE THIS CLASS FROM TERRY!!!!!!!!!!!

5.0
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POLS1010
May 1, 2008

The Judge is a very kind and helful man! I felt he was very realistic in his grading and will do anything to help his students succeed. I would take another class from him in a second!

5.0
2.0
POLS3250
May 30, 2008

Judge Terry is a wonderful teacher. He teaches clearly and is very encouraging of class participation and alternative viewpoints. I have enjoyed his class greatly and will definitely take more classes from him in the future.

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POLSPOLS
Oct 27, 2008

Judge Terry is a great teacher and he knows what he talking about! He tells you jokes every day, and it is the easiest A i ever receieved! You only have 2 Tests, and he GIVES YOU THE ANSWERS the week before so you can write them down and study! He is really funny, and he loves when the students voice their oppinion.

5.0
2.0
SS007
Nov 3, 2008

good guy, he gives random quizzes in beginning of class, gives full review for exams word for word based on attendance. Great teacher!

5.0
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AH004
Nov 10, 2008

Inspiring and amazing teacher and man. He is passionate about history, and knows what he is talking about. i would recommend anyone and everyone to take his class! I wish there were such thing as a 'current events' class that he could teach, because he really gives good insight on current politics and current events as well.

5.0
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HIST1100
Dec 3, 2008

at first when you get in the class your having questions if u wanna stay or not but honestly he is the best teacher ever. hes great at teaching and letting u know what is expected of u and what will be on the test. his class is very useful and its not hard if you do what you are expected to do and not wait off. hes great and i learned so much i nev

4.0
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AH004
Dec 4, 2008

great teacher.you learn so much from this class and judge terry makes it fun and interesting.he makes his material interesting to learn and he lets you know what is expected of you throughout the semester.i recommend him to anyone who wants to learn and interested in history.great teacher!

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2.0
POLS1000
Dec 6, 2008

OKAY...SERIOUSLY JUDGE TERRY IS INCREDIBLE. USUALLY HALF THE CLASS IS TAKEN UP BY THE STUDENTS DISCUSSING THINGS IN THE NEWS. HE'S ALWAYS ALWAYS WILLING TO HELP! IF YOU'RE BEHIND, DON'T BE AFRAID TO ASK HIM FOR HELP WITH PULLING YOUR GRADE UP. HE'LL HELP YOU AS LONG AS HE KNOWS YOU'RE TRYING. VERY SARCASTIC :) CARES ABOUT HIS STUDENTS.

3.0
3.0
POLSC0
Jan 6, 2009

I did not attend his class very often either. However, I heard from this point on he is making attendance mandatory. He does look pretty good though. A great teacher. Don't call him by his first name though!

5.0
1.0
POLS1010
Jan 15, 2009

Man Judge Terry is one of the coolest dudes around! He really is a great professor and makes class interesting. He loves to discuss topics with the class. You could spend a whole class just talking about current events. Take him, 60% percent of the time he keeps it real every time...

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3.0
POLS3250
May 14, 2009

Brilliant Man!!! Man of great respect and dignity!!! I have learned from Him three things, Respect, Honor and Trust. Love this man very much. Take his class no matter what your major is. You will learn something that will stay in your life.

5.0
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POLS1000
Jun 14, 2009

Has a passion for America and also his religion - if I had signed up for a religion class it wouldn't be so bad, but I didn't, I signed up for American Heritage. Don't Recommend him.

5.0
2.0
POLS1100
Jul 31, 2009

Excellent teacher. Shared the class with a very intelligent TA. Quite conservative, but will listen to both sides of the argument. Knows the constitution back to front and wants you to as well. Easy class so long as you show up. A+

5.0
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POLS1000
Sep 13, 2009

Judge Terry really cares about his students and is willing to do whatever it takes to help anyone earn an A. All you need to do is show up to class and put a little effort into it, which doesn't take much at all. Even though it can be an easy class, Judge Terry is not a worthless teacher, but is someone to be treated with utmost respect.

5.0
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POLS1000
Dec 17, 2009

If you don't like him there is something wrong with you and if you don't do well in his class it's your fault he will work with anyone. Loves America and it shows.

5.0
2.0
POLS1000
Jan 11, 2010

Awesome teacher. I learned so much. Made me want to show up and participate. Second time around in American Heritage and I got an A. Have to memorize the Gettysburg address and the Preamble to the Constitution, but it wasn't bad. Loved his lectures. Used his experience as a judge and a lawyer in class. Take POLS 1000 from him.

4.0
1.0
POLS4720
Apr 8, 2010

Terry is probably the easiest teacher at UVU. His classes were fun because he encourages class comments and when you get Poly Sci kids together the conversation is always interesting. He requires you to read Michael Crichton's 'NEXT' and write a book report but that is about it. I would recommend him for any class!

5.0
1.0
POLS4790
Apr 9, 2010

If you have an opportunity, please take Judge Terry. He is an amazing teacher. He is very fair, but expects you to make a minimum effort. You have to show up and turn in your assignments. He wants you to participate in discussions at least occasionally. His tests weren't hard. I gained a lot from class participation.

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POLS1000
Apr 16, 2010

Judge Terry is a wonderful teacher. He encourages his students to think for themselves, and to share their opinions. He is outspoken, opinionated and religious, however, he acknowledges that his feelings/judgments are not law nor does he require his students to feel the same way. I highly recommend him!

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1.0
POLPOL
Apr 21, 2010

Amazing man. Such a great teacher! loved his class

5.0
1.0
POLS1010
Jun 8, 2010

Awesome man. Great class. You will learn and have fun. Best professor at UVU.

4.0
3.0
POLS1100
Jul 29, 2010

Judge Terry is a very nice person who wants his students to get the best education for their money. His class is easy but you do learn. He wants people to join in on class discussions and will listen to and respect any opinion you give as long as you do it with tact. He is open minded and overall a great man who is accomplished and knowledgeable.

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POLS1100
Jul 29, 2010

Judge Terry is a very nice person who wants his students to get the best education for their money. His class is easy but you do learn. He wants people to join in on class discussions and will listen to and respect any opinion you give as long as you do it with tact. He is open minded and overall a great man who is accomplished and knowledgeable.

5.0
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POLS1010
Aug 2, 2010

Judge Terry is The Man. Enough said.

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POLS1000
Sep 10, 2010

Great teacher who loves his subject and country but most of all his students. Goes out of his way to be helpful. He respects students and expects to be treated with respect. I know so much more about the Constitution now I have taken Judge Terry's class. He is the best teacher I have ever had. He is a true Educator!

5.0
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POLS1000
Apr 16, 2011

Apart from the brutal memorization of the preamble and the Gettisburg address I loved taking this class. I was dreading it before I started but now that I am almost done I have realized how much I loved the class all semester.

5.0
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POLS2050
Apr 25, 2011

Judge Terry is a true teacher. He ensures that you earn important things and is very passionate about his country and history. The memorization was really hard but insightful too. A great experience - thanks for an awesome class!

5.0
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POLS1010
May 18, 2011

Judge Terry is a great man. Always has lessons on life, school, and family. Very smart in judical works and has a great love for his country. Large book required to read but insightful. Memorization of gettysburg address/ preamble but its quite easy. He misses/cancels class a lot for health reasons and rarely uses the textbook. Overall good class

5.0
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POLS1000
Jun 21, 2011

Awesome class!! Take Judge Terry! He is a 4th district court judge and has amazing stories. Don't bother buying the book. He doesn't use it but uses real world experience instead. Attend class and you will get an A and will learn tons as well. Incredible!!! Sad to see this class end!

5.0
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POLS1000
Nov 15, 2011

Judge Terry is a very real and insightful person, prepare to learn alot of really interesting things in this class, don't waste your time by missing class it is an honor to listen to judge terry talk, hardest part about class is memorizing the gettysburg address, get memorization done early!

5.0
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POLS1100
Dec 16, 2011

Judge Terry really knows his government and it was interesting to listen to the discussions. His tests were very easy and it is easy to get an A in his class

5.0
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POLS1010
Apr 9, 2012

Just like most reviews say, Judge Terry is great. Lots of work for 1010 (3 five page papers, 5 page book review, 2 tests), but he only grades on if you turn it in or not. EASY A. Besides the work, he's interesting and fun to listen to. He ACTUALLY cares about his students. Get to know him, great teacher.

4.0
1.0
POLS1000
Apr 17, 2012

Great teacher that loves what he does and wants the students simply the learn and succeed. If you come to class and do the assignments its an easy A. You have 3 papers that are 5 pages but still not that bad, and a Book report also 5 pages. But the test are easy if you have been in class and pay attention. Easy quizzes but they are every class.

5.0
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POLS1100
Apr 19, 2012

He is aesome&keeps it entertaining. You have to memorize the Gettysburg Address&the Preamble to the Constitution to get credit but it's easy. In review sessions, he gives you all the questions&answers that are going to be on the test next class. Only 2 tests. Don't be intimidated on 1st day. He misses class a bunch. A few easy papers. Best choice.

5.0
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POLS001
Apr 24, 2012

Excellent Professor, Knows his stuff due to his background. Make sure you participate and give your opinion, he likes that a lot. Also Make sure you turn in your homework before or on time. He is not joking about late work.

4.0
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POLS1000
Dec 3, 2012

Judge Terry is a LDS man that lives and teaches as such. He is very nice and understanding but wants to be respected. If you go to class and do the work you will get an A. In fact its an easy A, the hardest part of the class is doing the memorization!!!

2.0
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POLS1100
Dec 3, 2012

He didn't teach us. ANYTHING.

5.0
1.0
POLS1100
Dec 5, 2012

BEST TEACHER! He has very interesting stories, he gives you all the answers to the tests the class before, and doesn't grade harshly on papers. Hardest part is memorization - the preamble and the Gettysburg address (not as hard as it seems, trust me!) He is a FANTASTIC man, who CARES about each and every one of his students.

5.0
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POLS1000
Dec 7, 2012

Judge Terry is honestly the best teacher I've ever had. He is so caring, has amazing personal experiences. The class is easy if you just do the papers, memorize the preable and gettysburg. He is willing to help you out. TAKE ANYTHING FROM HIM, HE IS THE BEST. He has literally changed my life

5.0
1.0
POLS1100
Dec 12, 2012

Judge is the best teacher in this college!!! He loves his students and cares about your success. He demands certain things such as, papers, memorization and a 2 tests but if you come to class he will help you with whatever you need in order to get an A. He just wants you to be successful.

4.0
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POLS1000
Dec 14, 2012

Judge Terry is a great guy. He is very insightful and teaches a lot of life lessons mingled into his lessons. He gives the best test reviews, they are SO helpful. He gets off topic a bit but it's always entertaining or informative.

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POLS1010
Apr 18, 2013

Judge Terry is a very intelligent man. He is very knowledgeable, and will do anything to work with you. He's big on participation, which means COME TO CLASS. And speak up, he's very accepting of all opinions and will always hear you out. He's very respectful, and is the best teacher I've ever had, by far.

5.0
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POLS1000
Grade: A+
Aug 15, 2013

Judge is the best teacher I have ever had. He expects his students to attend class and participate and sets his students up for success. His personal experience and passion for the subject make for very interesting discussions. He provides all the information and material you need to do well. If you don't plan to attend class, do not enroll in his.

5.0
1.0
POLS1100
Nov 26, 2013

This is the easiest class ever. Downside is, if you lean even a little bit liberal, you will literally want to bang your head on the desk all day, every day. If not, you're golden!

5.0
1.0
POLS1100
Dec 12, 2013

Don't buy the textbook. Memorize the G-burg address and the Preamble which was actually the highlight of the class for me. Two book reports. Then a lot of sitting around listening to stories and discussing current events. Being seen, heard and conservative = a very easy "A". Too easy, rather boring.

5.0
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POLS1000
Dec 31, 2013

I was scared to take this class because I had taken it with Nelson and he was horrible.Judge Terry changed my life Honestly!He is the reason why I took the time to get a ratemyprofessor account,to tell you guys how amazing he is. Don't leave UVU w/o taking a class from him!You won't regret it! All of his classes are fun and he wants you to SUCCEED!

5.0
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POLS1000
Jan 8, 2014

Judge Terry is a great professor! He really truly cares about his students and is always willing to help them out even with things that don't have to do with class. He is very passionate about our country and government and has A LOT of knowledge. I would definitely recommend Judge Terry!

5.0
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POLS1000
Jan 9, 2014

Judge Anthony Terry is just an all around good guy. If you do the work and turn it in on time and participate from time to time this class is way easy. He helps you stay updated on current events. He also has a lot of great life lessons to teach you so pay attention.

5.0
2.0
POLS1700
Mar 23, 2014

I'm not a history student, but he made it easy to learn about our country. He changed my entire perspective on History! I loved this class and I would recommend it to anyone! He's an amazing guy!

5.0
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POLS1000
Apr 29, 2014

Judege Terry is AWESOME! You should come to class to get the grade you want, but ultimately you will want to come to class. He is extremely knowledgeable and can relate what he knows to us. The class really isn't hard at all if you show up and do the few homework assignments. They also do reviews for the tests. Seriously the BEST teacher at UVU

5.0
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POLS1000
Dec 20, 2014

Don't be intimidated by, Judge Terry! He might seem scary but he is so wonderful! I had a family incident during the semester and he worked with me. We had a girl who had to leave a few weeks early to move home and he worked with her! His class is so engaging! Go to class (its a MUST to pass) and PARTICIPATE!! He makes it interesting and fun!!!!

4.0
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POLS1100
Dec 26, 2014

Easiest but best class. He gets distracted very easily, but he will only test on what he has lectured about. If you participate during current events, do the book reports and show up to the tests you will get an A.

5.0
1.0
POLS1100
Grade: A
Dec 31, 2014

Judge Terry is wonderful! He only gives two tests every semester, and only on what he has gone over in class. There is a 10 question quiz every day, but so long as you pay attention in class it's a breeze. All you have to do is show up, listen, and take notes. That's it. Two easy book reports, and he offers extra credit. Easy but I learned so much!

5.0
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1100
Grade: A+
Feb 4, 2015

Judge Terry is a very inspirational man. He has so much experience with the law and is willing to share everything he has gone through in class. I learned a lot about the law and my rights while taking his class. We discuss current events every class so we can debate about political topics. It allows you to voice your opinion on an issue.

5.0
3.0
POLS1010
Mar 2, 2015

UVU is very lucky to have Judge Terry teaching classes. Too often students are taught by individuals who only have academic accomplishments with zero "real world" experience. Yes, he is conservative and he is respectful to liberal students, just make sure you can back up your view point or your stance with facts and reason.

2.0
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POLS1010
Grade: A
May 1, 2015

Judge Terry seems like a really good guy. However, we never used the EXPENSIVE book he made us buy, never stuck to the syllabus schedule (you will be lost or confused all semester). We never covered actual material in class. Class was a short quiz, and then going over current events. His TA's think highly of themselves. Participation matters!

5.0
2.0
POLS1000
Grade: A
Nov 14, 2016
Would take again

I really enjoyed this class. Prof. Terry has a ton of experience and knows the material well. You have to write a couple of papers, I think he required 6-8 pages. Be prepared to participate in class!

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Class Info

Attendance Mandatory

100%

Textbook Required

100%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

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Predicted Grade

A+

65% confidence
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Most common grades:
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Grade Distribution
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Based on 5 reported grades
A: 3
A+: 2
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