Amazing professor! He makes history really fun and worth learning. I actually looked forward to attending this class. It is an easy A if you pay attention which isn't so hard to do with him as your professor. You even get a CHEAT SHEET, front and back, typed or written, as tiny as you want! He reviews what will be on the test (no dates). TAKE HIM!

By far one of the best classes I've had here at PCC. I was fortunate enough to take his honors course so given the small class size, the class was modeled as a discussion seminar more so than a lecture. I've learned more from history than I did taking AP US History in high school. I highly recommend this course for all the insights gained.

Without a doubt a good teacher. His lectures are interesting. His only homework is to answer a discussion question online on the school's website weekly, even if his class is at PCC. I learned a lot about history in his class and I suggest you take him if you can.

Not a hard class, but quite boring lecture (guess this is just what history class should be) even though he tries to make it interesting. Maybe this is because I just don't quite get his jokes.

Dr. J's storytelling compels one's interest. He really likes participation, and reading is mandatory for the online discussions. Read over the weekend since he posts them on Sat. or Sun. Take good notes, and contribute to in-class discussions! The midterm is T/F and tricky, but the final and extra credit are essays via Canvas. Don't plagiarize!

Dr.J's lectures are interesting. What draws me to him is not only the fact that he's an engaging professor, but you can really tell that he loves what he does. He absolutely appreciates students who contribute to class participations (this is how he learns your name, and notices you). Very easy-going class, but also fun and interesting.

He made this history class such a joy to attend. He is very clear of what is expected of you in class and owns up to it. Pay attention, take notes, and enjoy his stories. History, after all, is always a story being told.

I didn't think I would've enjoyed the class the way I did. Dr.J provided me with interesting historical events by being an engaging teacher. He's very insightful. This is one of those classes where the textbook is mandatory! He also assigns online Canvas readings too. Participate in class because this is how he recognizes you! Overall, great!

He was very entertaining! I looked forward to going to his class. He is a really great teacher and gives good feedback on papers. He is very relaxed and easy going! I missed class a few times and it was no big deal at all. He is so funny!

We usually call Dr. Johnston, Dr. J. He is super laid-back and easy for an honors class. He is young and relatable to students. Dr. J gives positive feedback on your research papers and at the same time, accepts anyone's opinions. Dr. J is as easy as Dr. T.

If you're looking for honors credit, take Dr. J's History class. It is super easy and fun as you interact in a class discussion covering fun interesting topics. Dr. J will always be there for you as you do your research paper. He is easy as Uranga. SO HOT!!!

Professor Johnston was a good guy. His lectures were kind of boring and his humor was dry. This was a discussion class so most of the time spent in class is discussing readings with with other students. Reading assignments are long. I don't recommend this class with more than 15 credits. Paper was easy to write. Work for ALL points. He grades hard.

Professor Johnston was fantastic! It was clear he loved what he taught which made his students love it and want to work hard. I definitely recommend this class. He is a challenging professor (the midterm and the final were what got me) and expects a good amount of work, however it was a class I would take over again if I could!

Dr. J is overly too difficult for Honors class. Take him and you'll learn a lot. What an inspirational speaker!!! Ohohoho. Dr. J is one of the most handsome professors out there!!! Super hawt! Your heart will melt but too much reading. Writing research paper is fun. The class felt like a family.

The class is pretty simple, his lectures are clear and the tests aren't too hard, although he likes messing with wording on tests to try to trip you up. There's a lot of reading assigned but the tests generally cover just lecture material.

I took this class online and it was an easy A. He gives you quizzes and articles to read as well as discussion questions. The book isn't required, I barely opened it. His final for online is an ePortfolio. He is a tough grader so you have to review the grading scale and make sure you have everything before you turn assignments in.

Dr. Johnston has one of my fav teaching styles, crtical thinking. He allows you to make your own opinion based on readings and lecture. He is animated and quite lenient when it comes to grading. As long as you show an effort and evidence of doing the reading he is always willing to help. He does require weekly discussions on Canvas. Great class!

Dr Johnston gives the most informative and interesting lectures. Attendance is rarely taken, but his tests contain a lot of lecture material that doesn't appear in the book. Expect to write a lot, but if you are serious, take the time to read the book and explore on your own you will do very well. I would highly recommend his classes

Dr. J is a great educator. He is excited and loves what he does. I loved his class because he requires you to think and understand the topics. Focus on his lectures, but the readings are important. He doesn't take role, but dont miss class bc his lectures are super important and he makes them fun. DEF RECOMMEND!

He is really passionate about the subject he teaches. His class was largely based on discussions because he wants to hear what YOU think.. Try to get on his good side by participating in class, and it's an easy A from their. The final and midterm wasn't too difficult. It's based on lectures so TAKE NOTES. I cannot stress that enough.

The guy is a real BRO! Funny teacher but he's really good. I cannot emphasize enough how taking notes is the most important thing you can do in his class. Write down everything he says. Posts discussions online and you have to read the chapters due and answer his questions b4 class. Quizes are open notes, tests aren't but provides study guides.

Looking at these comments makes me wonder if we are talking about the same Dr. J. Some students think he's awesome and some don't. Different people with different opinions is always the case. If you're going to take PCC seriously, take Dr. J. If you want an easy A, then don't.

Dr. J is a very enthusiastic guy who knows what he's talking about. If you already enjoy history his class is definitely for you. He was a pretty funny guy too. My only problem was that the grade was entirely homework. He didn't give a single test until the final. Not even a midterm.

Love this guy. Great energy and charisma. He's really funny, too. He definitely cares about his students. He's very fair and his goals/expectations of you are somewhat high, but that's where they should be in general. I highly recommend Johnston if you want a lively, intimate History class.

Dr. Johnston's lectures are very good. He likes interactive class discussions so don't be afraid to speak up. His discussion boards are only worth a point, but don't be lazy and not do them because they basically make up the tests. He is really a quality teacher so if you are interested in actually learning then definitely take him!

Johnston's class was very entertaining and comfortable. I would never mind going to this class because he is super funny and he is SOOOOO cute!! I am someone who hates history yet he made me enjoy it because of his humor and the way he taught his class. There is a lot of homework involved and his tests are hard but his class I would take him again!

Love this guy! Definitely one of the greatest teachers I've ever had and actually made me consider majoring in history for the first time in my life. No joke.

The tests are very hard, and I personally have never been big on history. However, he knows the tests are hard and he cuts you slack in other areas. He assigns weekly discussions (i admit they are time consuming), but if you do them all and show up to class there is no way you will fail. And the best part is: You will actually learn.

He was such a great, funny professor! I have never been fond of history but his lectures were never boring. I would take him again if I could I learned so much from his class!

Pretty good professor, knowledgeable in his field of history. A few things I've learned from the class is to take down notes during his lectures. For his exams and tests you have to learn about the ideas behind the history. Be prepared for every class, and look at his guidelines for mid-term and final exam. Do those simple things and you'll pass.

Go to class every day and participate in discussions and u will get tons of extra credits. He likes people to participate in his lectures. Funny and nice guy. Like his accent. AHAHAHHAHAHAHA

In his class you must be willing to do your research on the lectures given. He gives you general information and its up to you to follow through with the optional reading material on the syllabus or P.C.C's Staffords Library. This is College afterall. His teaching methods are diffrent, but its also refreshing. No book Saves you money.

Cool professor that seems passionate about what he's teaching. No textbook needed, most of the content you'll be learning comes from lectures, and weekly articles he assigns. Your grade will be based off of 3 essays, but if you pay attention in class, and do good research you'll do fine.

Dr. Johnston gave me a lot of insights of what a university professor looks at. Go to his office hours, read the reading he assigned and you'll be fine. He didn't test us on the information he taught us, but his whole grading system is based on 3 essays, and he only takes 2 best grades out of the three. Choose him and you won't regret it.

I took his His 001B. His Lecture base on his own ppt and little writing. No textbook. Good lecture. give u study guide. you need to read lots of paper for weekly homework. He respect your own ideas.

If you like to reading and criticize history, you should take his class. This class required to read lots of paper, however, this class easy to get a A. He provide study guide for mid and final test.

Dr. Johnston is an amazing professor that teaches a class by providing great lectures on History. Although there is a lot that he would go over in his lectures, everything that would be in exams are all based on his lectures. Do the weekly homework, review his notes, and write down important information for the test for getting a good grade.

Reading assignments weekly and not much exams. Hes very funny and he doesnt use textbooks. His finals include an essay.

I absolutely loved this class! the professor was extremely funny and his lectures were extremely informational and enjoyable! Think the only reason people gave him a bad score is because you actually have to put in work to receive a good grade. His assignments were very easy to do, only one assignment a week and the rest is focused on participation

Super great, took as a summer class. Lots of reading, but the book was interesting so it was fine. There are quizzes for each chapter, but easy if you read. 1 Discussion and short essay every week. Gives great feedback

Professor Johnston is a pretty cool Professor. He assigns a lot of readings and gives you quizzes on them. Professor makes you discuss primary sources and write short responses each week. Overall if you keep up with the reading and assignments it is an easy-going class. The greatest thing is that he gives you feedback and professor skateboards.

I took Professor Johnston in Spring 2020 and it was a great experience. Before COVID he lectured quite a lot but once we went virtual, he gave us a PDF textbook to read out of so we took quizzes on that and then had a final exam. History overall isn't a super hard subject so as long as you take notes on what you read, you'll be fine. Fast responder

Super chill, students are asked to submit eight discussion responses along with the midterm and final which he gives the prompts to beforehand. He doesn't ask you to read the textbook but you can use it as a reference for the homework, he posts really concise and thorough lecture videos and provides some interesting readings too.

Professor Johnson is a great and caring professor. He gives you one assignment a week and it's only a small discussion. His grading is very lenient and his lectures prepare you. You get a choice on what to write about in your discussion out of the options he provides for you. One of the best history classes I've ever taken.

Johnston's a solid professor. His assignments mostly consist of discussion boards, and then a midterm and final essay, so as long as you keep up with the reading you should pass with flying colors. He has office hours at 10 am almost every day and gives good feedback when you reach out for it. I'd recommend that for essay revisions!

I have taken this professor twice, in person and online (covid). His in-person lectures are AMAZING. His classes are easy to pass if you complete the reading. The online class consisted largely of essay responses for a discussion board (many questions/definitions required, totalling about 1300 words per week). Homework heavy, but highly recommend!

It was an online class so there was a weekly discussion board for homework and a paper in addition to the final. It's a lot of reading and writing but the articles he provides are interesting. Gives you the link to the textbook so you don't need to buy it. Not a difficult class and he sometimes leaves some good or interesting comments on your work.

history classes are typically work-heavy given lots of readings and discussions, so prepare yourself for that. asides from that, there arent any EC given, but i believe he isnt too strict with grading discussions, and he also gives you a sec chance for your paper in case you missed the deadline or want to make changes to the first submission.

I took Professor Johnston for the summer history class for my prerequisites. It was an online course. We did not have much work to do. There were only a few reading assignments and one discussion per week and one final exam and one paper. Overall, easy A, as long as you do the work. Also he is a fair grader.

he's ok. really entertaining, maintains good standing w/ the class, and very easygoing. however, you have to pay much attention bc this is a lecture focused class. he's also very good at keeping historical opinions neutral and is open to feedback and discussion.

Dr. Johnston is a great professor. He's very easygoing and tells stories about his past. He does his best to present history in an unbiased way. There are no homework assignments. Your grade will be based solely on your Midterm and Final Exam, each worth 200 points. This class is easy if you are interested and well versed in European History.

Prof J is a knowledgeable man with a strong passion for his field. There was never a time when he did not know the answer to a question off the top of his head. Fair amount of reading, and your grade is dependent on only a few assignments, but extra credit can help balance this out. Not the most interesting lecture, but overall good class.

He is a good professor but his exams are very hard. And the class is graded by 3 things an essay and 2 exams so if you flunk your exams you can basically say goodbye to your grade. But honestly if you study you'll get an A. He also gives extra credit which helps.

Dr. Johnston is very knowledgeable in the subject and is always there to help students with questions. The course is lecture-based, with assigned reading. The course is graded on one paper, a mid-term, and a final exam. There are a few extra credit opportunities so take them when offered. Really cool guy.

One of the coolest college professors I've ever had. A bit much on the reading end but manage your time for his homework and you'll be able to get it done. His tests are the most important factor to pass so study up! His lectures are funny and his feedback is straightforward. Great class for nonhistory majors and history majors at the same time.

He lectures every day for the whole class period. Two tests, a mid term and final, and some papers but nothing major. He's very laid back and not very much interested in his class. I sat ini front and I'm sure he never knew my name lol. All good, I got an A, but I wouldn't take again.

Dr. Johnston is one of my favorite professors at PCC! In the class I took, there was a midterm and a final that determine your entire grade, but these are easy to study/prep for if you pay attention to his lectures/take notes. Attendance is mandatory, but he'll make it worth your while with fun and entertaining explanations of historical events!

I very much enjoyed his video lectures; they were to the point yet insightful. The readings were a bit high level but manageable. It was primarily writing assignments although the writing wasn't very difficult. Just stay on top of your assignments and do them to the best of your ability and you will get an A.

I took two of his online classes. He replies to emails timely and grades work regularly. He's writing heavy and you need to do lots of reading to answer questions, which make up the majority of your grade. He encourages a lot of independent thinking in writing. Many of his video lectures are also handy and informative.

Easy workload & assignments. I took the half semester 8 week course. There's one discussion response per week. Midterm & final. Grading system kind of sucks tho. I had 100% on all assignments then got Bs on both exams and ended up w a B in the class. Not bad tho

Great professor, He is really funny and makes lectures interesting, on the other hand, he does not assign any work so your grades all fall on the Mid-term and Final. He does offer extra credit and rounds up your grade. I would recommend choosing this professor if you need this class to complete your general ed requirements. super chill.

Pretty easy class, but the midterm and final was worth 85% of your grade. He would not give any extra credit, but I got some extra credit at the end of the semester.

Took this class over the winter and it went by quickly! Each week there was 1 discussion which asked questions from his lectures and reading. If you keep up with the class and turn everything in on time he's a fair grader. I would take him again!

Professor Johnson is a confusing grader and who gives the whole semester 2 points extra credit. The rest is ok.

If you need history, take this professor for GE requirement as its super easy. For the 8-week class, ~550 word discussion each week and MCQ mid-term and final. He has office hours every week if needed, but the class is very straightforward.

This is my favorite history teacher that I have ever had, I took this class in person spring 2024 and has a great time. very great and informative lectures. the tests aren't super hard, they are online and there is usually a multiple choice and short answer.

Lectures every day, but manages to make it fun and engaging.

He lectures every day, so if you don't learn that way then do not take it. If you like lectures, then I recommend the class.

I took Pro. Johnston's 8-week HIST 07A course over the fall semester. Each week we were assigned one short 10 question quiz and a discussion post. The discussion posts were quite lengthy but relatively easy. The final was 3 short essay questions. The textbook is free. Feedback is minimal. Take his course!

Professor Johnston is a good professor. His lectures were pretty funny. Overall, if you want to take this class, you can thank me later in the long run

Professor Johnston's HIST007B is a straightforward course. With light weekly work, the class is manageable. Exams are crucial, so studying is key. unstuckstudy can help prep for tests. Overall, a good GE option.

Great Professor!

Great history lectures!

If you don't feel comfortable with hunkering down and carefully reading all of the sources, or watching a lectures then, no, you shouldn't take the class. But, the professor is great, he gives you an clear grading rubric and as long as you put in a little effort then you will get an A. Just do not procrastinate and work hard, and you will be fine.

The workload is manageable, but if you're someone who won't put effort into the class don't take him. He grades a little harshly but eases up if you show him that you're trying. Go to his office hours and ask for help/feedback and he will definitely help you out a lot and ease up on grading once he sees that you care and want his help.

His summer Hist 1A class had many informative pre-recorded short lectures + documents that we had to read weekly (This took ~4-5 hours per week). This class was well structured and he had zoom meetings that he would let us know about if we wanted to talk about assignments/grades. Make sure to stay on track with turning in work! Great Professor!!!

your grade for this class is based on very few assignments, so you need to put effort into your work. grading is pretty straightforward and feedback is given to the class as a whole through announcements. i read all the assigned readings, watched some video lectures, and passed the class with an A. spent about two hours per week on this class.

European History course here, and we barely had like 2 writing assignments and a midterm. People in his class just play on their phones/laptops, and he doesn't care. A pretty passionate person when it comes to his lectures. Would recommend it if you're interested in European history. I'm just disappointed by how brief history is, but understandable

its honestly a pretty easy class, u just need to do the work, just put the work in and you'll get the grade. its a LOT of reading tho... too much..... so u need to develop a system for that.... u get a lot of points so even if u miss a couple assignment, u can tank it.