3.6

Branden Little

History - Weber State University

3.6
Quality
3.5
Difficulty
57%
Would Retake
88
Reviews
3.6
Quality
3.5
Difficulty
3.6
Helpful
3.6
Clarity

57%

Would Retake

88

Reviews

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What Students Say

Probably one of the worst teachers Ive ever had

HIST1700 - 1.0 rating

This professor is very rude

HIST1700 - 1.0 rating
Class Info

Attendance Mandatory

63%

Textbook Required

61%

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B+: 5
A+: 4
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Lecture heavy (20)
Get ready to read (13)
Tough grader (13)
Skip class? You won't pass. (9)
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Reviews (88)
5.0
3.0
HIST1700
Feb 25, 2010

Little's an extremely capable professor with a lot of knowledge in his subject. He's fun to listen to and willing to help with anything. As long as you go to class and listen to his lectures you'll be fine.

5.0
3.0
HISTMIL
Mar 3, 2010

His reading load is a bit heavy and he passed out a whole packet for a study guide, but other than that his class are avg. His lect. are fun easy to understand does not go too fast and I loved his jokes. Does not get off track and balances the class well. Wish we had discusions on the readings but you can't have it all.

5.0
3.0
HIST1700
Apr 20, 2010

Dr. Little is a good professor, I took his 1700 class it is a bit hard to follow but when attending class it is fun to follow his lectures. He keeps it fun with some political and all kinds of jokes. The hard part was the tests-when he asks you to identify a ID he wants a TON of info on it like a s much background as you can get.

5.0
2.0
HIST1700
Aug 3, 2010

Prof. Little is a very well spoken teacher. He addresses every aspect of his tests in the lectures. The texts are helpful if you are bad at keeping up on events. The essays are the most heavily weighted part of the class.

3.0
4.0
HIST1700
Apr 2, 2011

He knows what he is talking about and makes the class lectures interesting. However, when it comes to his exams and the Weekly IDs (essay) section, all of your exam score reflects those 5 terms. He says he will try and give at least some credit if you bother to type a response, not my experience. And his examples of perfect scores (10), are like

5.0
2.0
HIST1700
Apr 7, 2011

Professor Little is one of the best history teachers I have had. He is extremly willing to help. Be sure to attend class, most of the exams come from his lectures. If you listen well and know the exam material, its a breeze.

3.0
4.0
HIST1700
May 25, 2011

This Prof. class is fairly easy, however, he didn't seem to make any of the tests with the actual material he gave out for studying. He was willing to help but the overall help he gave was lacking. I wouldn't take this class from him again or recommend him to anyone. I love history and found his class to be less than expected.

5.0
3.0
HIST1700
Aug 23, 2011

Fun and interesting class. If you study your ID's for the tests, you should be fine.

2.0
4.0
HIST1700
Sep 19, 2011

BOTTOM LINE, DO NOT TAKE THIS CLASS FROM THIS PROFESSOR! He never says to read the textbook and then information that may have been found in the book, showed up on the tests! How a student who attends class everyday and has multiple pages of notes from every lecture cannot pass the class is beyond me!

4.0
5.0
HIST1700
Nov 7, 2011

Little is very interesting and fun to listen to, he knows what he's talking about. However, this class was NOT easy. the whole grade is based on four exams only and the information on the eams was not consistant with that discussed in class so it's very difficult to know what to study. I don't suggest this class if you care about your GPA.

4.0
5.0
HIST1700
Nov 7, 2011

Little is very interesting and fun to listen to, he knows what he's talking about. However, this class was NOT easy. the whole grade is based on four exams only and the information on the exams was not consistant with that discussed in class so it's very difficult to know what to study. I don't recommend this class if you care about your GPA.

5.0
3.0
HIST3290
Nov 8, 2011

Very good Prof. He knows his stuff. For the one who said he never told you to read the book, are you serious??? Most Hist. Prof would not give you a book to buy if you weren't suppose to read it. Get real this is a University not high school.

5.0
2.0
HIST1700
Nov 13, 2011

Amazing teacher! He inspired me to really love history. His lectures are very amusing, he's' funny and knows his stuff. His tests are very passable if you TAKE GOOD NOTES and read the syllabus on what to read out of the book for the tests. Awesome teacher, I would take his class again in a heartbeat.

2.0
5.0
HIST1700
Nov 18, 2011

TERRIBLE Professor! very discouraging! I highly recommend not taking his course

5.0
3.0
HIST1700
Dec 1, 2011

He is a fabulous professor, but don't take this class if you aren't up for a challenge. His test are easy ONLY if you attend class, take good notes, and read the documents. He loves the subject and has a passion for teaching it. I am so glad I stayed in this class, even though I'm not ending up with an A I learned a lot.

5.0
3.0
HIST1700
Dec 18, 2011

Professor Little is the best history instructor I've ever had. It's crucial to go to class, so as long as you actually go and take really good notes you'll do well. Professor Little is always willing to help and clarify things, and he actually cares about his students. He's an excellent lecturer and definitely knows his stuff. Highly recommended

5.0
3.0
HIST1700
Mar 9, 2012

Professor Little is great! I struggled on the first exam and I met with him to dicuss how I could do better! He really took time to help me do my best! This class was great! I'm glad I took 1700 from Little!

5.0
2.0
HIST2700
Mar 19, 2012

Easily one of the best professors at Weber State. He is a fantastic lecturer and obviously cares a great deal about his subject. He does expect a lot out of you (so take good notes and use your brain!), but you will learn SO MUCH!!! I only wish he taught more upper-division classes!

5.0
3.0
HIST1700
Apr 13, 2012

Enthusiastic teacher and entertaining classes. Do not miss any of them, or get good notes. Most of the tests are from lecture and a few from readings. He is a great teacher who is willing to work with you as needed.

5.0
4.0
HIST2700
May 9, 2012

Was a great teacher to watch. Tests were a little hard but most of us made it that studied. Sadly though, even the ones that did study and knew the chapters front to back only got a B in the class. I got a C by working my ass off and even getting help from him everyday. Even though I learned so much and retained much of it.

2.0
5.0
HIST1700
Jun 14, 2012

DO NOT TAKE A CLASS FROM THIS PROFESSOR!!! Bottom line. I went to class every day, took 2-5 pages of notes per day on my laptop... studied a ton, and still got an E in his class. He says do not ask him a question until you have looked for the answer in his 6 page syllabus. which never tells which book you're supposed to read. And he wont tell you.

5.0
4.0
HST1700
Nov 28, 2012

This class requires you to study, and attend daily.If you take notes and do the outlined reading you'll pass, however getting an A is a little tough because the grade is solely test based. This professor is obviously passionate about his field and he is really knowledgable. He has a subtle sense of humor, too. I would recommend taking his class.

5.0
2.0
HIST1700
Nov 29, 2012

The class is easy enough if you pay attention and take care not to surround yourself with talkative people. He also makes a lot of pop culture references, so that's pretty sweet.

4.0
4.0
HIST1700
Dec 4, 2012

PAY ATTENTION in class and do the reading. No homework, grade based off a few test which are quite difficult if you don't go above and beyond. He has a great sense of humor, and had the class laughing occasionally. Although, he wasn't very nice when I'd ask questions right after class. Also wasn't at his assigned office hours a couple times I went.

4.0
4.0
HIST1700
Dec 5, 2012

GREAT PROF. Uses very good, entertaining, powerpoints as visuals for lectures. A LOT of reading is assigned but I would advise you not to read the text book or novel and put all your focus into the notes and ID's he gives. This class takes dedication but it is VERY ENJOYABLE. He is a pleasant person to be around and is very funny.LOV HOW HE TEACHS!

5.0
3.0
HIST1700
May 11, 2013

He was a funny professor. You had to pay attention to get his jokes. While it was a good class, it was very difficult for a general ed course. I wouldn't recommend taking it if you already have a heavy workload with your other classes or if you aren't a history major. I felt like some of his tests were based on content that was barely glossed over.

5.0
4.0
HIST170021245
Dec 17, 2013

As long as you study your IDs and document readings you should pass the class. Do not by the textbook! It is not required to pass the class. I did not even read it once. As for the other book just sparknotes it. He is a great professor, but his class was difficult. Your grade is based on just 4 tests, so GO TO CLASS and take A LOT of notes!

5.0
3.0
HIST3290
Grade: A
Apr 9, 2014

He is an amazing teacher as long as you attend class and do the assigned reading. I prefer his teaching style by far, however he is a better teacher to take if you are a history major, if not you may not get some of his jokes. I definitely recommend that if veterans need to take an upper division class you take his military history classes.

5.0
3.0
HISTORY1700
May 15, 2014

First let me start by saying I am a bit lazy and not a genius. With that said, he is an excellent Professor. Go to class, take good notes, study your notes, and you will have no problem passing. His teaching is done by lecturing. If you pay attention to the lectures, he is actually a pretty funny guy. If you need help, he will help you. Recommend.

2.0
4.0
HIST1700
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Jun 26, 2014

I did NOT like this class. The professor himself is a cool guy but the class was very difficult. He speaks very fast making it hard to take notes, and he didn't explain what books we should be reading. I'd take good notes but still didn't pass the exams.

3.0
4.0
HIST1700
Dec 9, 2014

Never skip class!!! He only lectures. No homework or powerpoint to take notes on just have to listen. The book he has you buy doesn't really help only opened it a few times.

5.0
3.0
1700
Dec 16, 2014

Professor Little is a very funny guy. His sense of humor can really help make class interesting. Keep in mind, however, that attending class, taking THOROUGH notes, and paying attention will be necessary. Otherwise, you will end up with a poor grade or failing the course. I would recommend that you take notes with a laptop.

3.0
4.0
HST1700
Apr 22, 2015

I HATED this class. Sure history isn't my favorite thing in the world, but it was bad. Little gives great lectures but there are only 4 exams with no assignments. Tests are extremely tough. Study your notes like nobody's business. The text book was a waste of money. Never read it. All the info in his lectures are on the exams. Good luck.

3.0
4.0
HIST3290
Grade: C
Dec 1, 2015

This class grade is based on four things: two assignments and two tests, one of each due at midterm and as a final. The lectures are super long and hard to stay engaged with if you aren't a big history buff. It is hard to please the professor when writing papers because he is looking for more or a dissertation. Be sure to take notes by hand.

5.0
3.0
HIST1700
Grade: A
Nov 4, 2016
Would take again

He is so so so funny. If you don't show up you won't pass, but what's the point of attending and paying for college if you don't plan on attending... I would take his classes a million times over!

Gives good feedback
Hilarious
EXTRA CREDIT
2.0
5.0
HIST1700
Nov 15, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Little definitely has a good knowledge about History and has a good passion for teaching it--the only problem is his teaching methods. He moves from subject to subject too fast, expecting you to take full notes on everything and remember everything 100% for the tests, which, by the way, are the only things that compose your grade. I don't recommend

Tough Grader
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
LECTURE HEAVY
1.0
5.0
HIST1700
Dec 2, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Professor Little made history one of the worst classes I have ever taken. Your grade will consist of 4 tests, that is it. He rarely offers extra credit and he is not easy to talk to. He will not compromise, rather just tells you that his tests are excellent and you must be dumb. I would not take this class ever even if I was paid to.

Tough Grader
Get ready to read
TEST HEAVY
4.0
4.0
HIST1700
Dec 4, 2016
Would take again

Here's the thing about prof Little's class; it's a college class, it's not supposed to be easy. Prof Little lectures every day, and his class is exam based. The exams are challenging but if you put in the work, you will receive a proper grade. He's very intelligent, intuitive, and I found his vast amount of historical knowledge to be interesting.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
LECTURE HEAVY
3.0
4.0
HIST1700
Grade: A
Apr 21, 2017
Would take again

Learned a lot from Dr. Little's class. Your whole grade is based off of four tests, so if that freaks you out steer clear. However, his lectures always cover the material and he is very knowledgeable about the subjects. But be sure to show up every day or there is no way you'll pass the tests!

Skip class? You won't pass.
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
5.0
HIST3290
Grade: A-
Aug 28, 2017
Would take again

The best lectures I have ever had regarding any subject, he actually inspired me to switch my major. He is clear, concise, unbiased, and sincerely wants you to learn the material. He assigns a lot of reading that is required for participation in class, and it is all well written material as well as informative.

Gives good feedback
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Amazing lectures
1.0
5.0
HIST1700
Nov 6, 2017
Wouldn't take again

By far the worst structured class I have ever taken. There are 4 tests that make up your whole grade. The problem is he only tells 50% of what to study. The other half of the exams are multiple choice questions that can come from his lectures or the book. Do not take this class if you are looking for an easy A.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
TEST HEAVY
1.0
4.0
HIST1700
Grade: Rather not say
Nov 15, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Probably one of the worst teachers Ive ever had. When you message him to see what you can do to improve he is unbelievably rude. He moves from subject to subject without you even know what subject hes talking about. Your grades only based on 4 exams. Very unprofessional with writing the peoples names on the board who are going to fail.

1.0
5.0
HISTORY1700
Nov 15, 2017
Wouldn't take again

He very negative and shows no support. I never felt like he wanted to help me. I felt more like a burden to him. I do not recommend this teacher!!

Tough Grader
1.0
5.0
HIST1700
Nov 15, 2017
Wouldn't take again

This professor is very rude. The class is based upon four exams. He is very hard to work with. He was never willing to help me improve my grades or help me with questions I had. If you want to fail a class, and have a teacher who doesnt care, this is the class for you to take! Have fun.

5.0
3.0
HIST1700
Grade: A+
Nov 26, 2017
Would take again

His lectures are amazing, he's extremely intelligent and knowledgeable on all things history. Great personality, engaging, and funny. The tests aren't hard just make sure you study up on the ID's. I don't understand all the negative comments, probably from kids bitter they had to actually attend class and learn. Thanks, B. Little!

Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
Amazing lectures
2.0
4.0
HIST1700
Dec 19, 2017
Wouldn't take again

He is a very tough grader on the test. You never know what to actually study for on test. He gives you ID's to study, which is about half of the test, but he doesn't give you any other ideas about what will be on the test. His lectures are kind of all over the place & don't flow. I will never take a class from him again.

Tough Grader
Get ready to read
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
4.0
3.0
HIST1700
Grade: B+
Dec 20, 2017
Would take again

Prof. Little is an awesome guy. He has a lot of great incite and really does his best to make his lectures interesting and humorous. If you're okay with showing up to class, taking notes, and studying for the tests, Professor Little is great.

Hilarious
LECTURE HEAVY
Would take again
1.0
4.0
HNRS4920
Grade: B+
Mar 12, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Professor Little has now joined my list of professors at Weber State who don't care about anything except their standing in their professional community. He grades papers like an English teacher, and not on how much history you know. I had points taken away for my writing style. He never does anything besides lectures in class, and it is so boring.

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
3.0
HIST1700
Mar 14, 2018
Would take again

I really enjoyed this class. Professor Little is funny and makes History interesting and enjoyable.

Hilarious
TEST HEAVY
LECTURE HEAVY
1.0
5.0
HIST1700
Mar 27, 2018
Wouldn't take again

This class is a living nightmare. The problem wasn't so much the professor, but how he calculated grades. Your ENTIRE grade is based off of 4 exams, no homework. The exams were pretty difficult and consisted of essay questions. This professor made it very unclear of what his expectations were, making it nearly impossible to pass this class.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
TEST HEAVY
3.0
4.0
HIST3290
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 19, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Professor Little is passionate about military history and as such can get off track when lecturing. He also tends to go beyond class time which can be annoying. Grade is based off of 2 tests and 2 papers which he grades fairly. Lots of work for a class I wanted to take for fun. Would not recommend for non History majors.

Get ready to read
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
4.0
HNRS4920
Grade: A
May 2, 2018
Would take again

I was in his honors 4920 class on WWI and it was awesome. Very interesting, he is passionate and very knowledgeable about the subject. It is not an easy A, you have to work for it, but you will learn a lot and come away feeling good about the class. He lectures a lot but I found the lectures very interesting. Also lots of reading. Great class.

Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
HIST1700
Nov 19, 2018
Would take again

I absolutely loved Professor Little. He was very knowledgeable in every subject and incredible engaging in his lectures. I would definitely want to take another class with him.

Respected
Hilarious
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
3.0
HIST1700
Dec 6, 2018
Would take again

Professor Little is an extremely good teacher and is willing to work with his students. As long as you pay attention in class and take notes you'll do fine. We had a short paper and little book to read and that was our only homework for the whole semester. I recommend taking this class from him.

Gives good feedback
Respected
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
5.0
4.0
HIST1700
Dec 26, 2018
Would take again

Amazing professor! Need to take tons of note and do a bit of reading. need to study for exams! But all together a great class!

Skip class? You won't pass.
EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
HIST1700
Grade: B+
Apr 20, 2019
Would take again

Prof. Little's lectures are always enticing. He covers American history in a way that is not boring. He constantly shatters common beliefs on historical topics. There are four tests and a 500 word essay. He gives you half of the test questions making them nearly impossible to fail. His class requires a bit of studying but it is definitely worth it.

Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
Lecture heavy
4.0
4.0
HIST1700
Grade: B+
Oct 29, 2019
Would take again

His lectures were so engaging. Makes history fun to learn. I did not use the textbook but do read the other material he requires. The class is based off tests and a paper but if you go to class and take good notes it is nearly impossible to fail. I thought it was a pretty easy class despite the studying you have to do.

Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
HIST1700
Grade: A-
Dec 9, 2019
Would take again

I learned so much from this class and it was for sure the best history class and teacher I have ever had. I would take him again for sure!

Accessible outside class
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
4.0
5.0
HIST4730
Grade: B
Jan 3, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Little is very skilled, and he is a respectful, fun professor. He does, however, grade fairly hard. I can usually get As without very much effort, and I put more effort than usual into his class. You cannot fake your way through this course, but you can do well if you work hard. Graded on writing assignments and one presentation.

Graded by few things
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
HIST1700
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Mar 23, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Incredibly nice and caring guy. His lack of engagement with the students during lectures, useless slide presentations, and painfully heavy tests(for non essay writers like me) sucked. His 'death by lecture' method was very hard for me to follow. I felt like the class material was presented very poorly. But if you can pull notes out of thin air...

Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
Lecture heavy
4.0
3.0
HIST1700
Apr 21, 2020
Would take again

Professor Little puts a lot of effort into his lectures. Its very lecture heavy, but its very clear what will be included on tests and what you will be graded on. Hes very easy to listen to and the lectures are well structured. When classes went online due to Covid, he recorded quality lectures and updated students regularly about test material.

Get ready to read
Amazing lectures
Lecture heavy
1.0
4.0
HISTORY1700
Grade: F
Apr 23, 2020
Wouldn't take again

His lectures are boring and impossible to take notes on. If you fall behind he asks you to drop the class, rather than helping you. He will call you out in front of the whole class over anything you do wrong. And his tests are never on the lectures. Rather the not required book.

Get ready to read
Test heavy
Lecture heavy
3.0
4.0
HIST1700
Grade: C-
Apr 27, 2020
Wouldn't take again

VERY lecture heavy, which can be difficult to follow. His tests are the whole grade in the class and they are a lot to handle. He makes it clear what terms you should study but its specificity was difficult to retain. I actually didn't much care for him initially but after my grades took a turn for the worse he was willing to offer advice to pass.

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Test heavy
Lecture heavy
2.0
4.0
HIST1700
Grade: B-
Jul 10, 2020
Wouldn't take again

I don't love history, and this made me hate it even worse. We pretty much just sat there and listened to him go on and on about stuff that I didn't really understand. He expects us to already know a lot about history. Due to covid, I finished this class online and he was very helpful. He offered extra credit and put in lots of work for online.

Get ready to read
Test heavy
Lecture heavy
4.0
3.0
HIST1700
Nov 22, 2021
Would take again

Very lecture heavy

Accessible outside class
Graded by few things
Lecture heavy
5.0
4.0
HIST1700
Grade: A
Mar 22, 2022
Would take again

He teaches History as stories with obvious love and passion. His expectations are clear and there are no surprises. The tests are based on IDs. If you pay attention, take notes, he even emphasizes important IDs! Go home, beef up, and write out your IDs then study those hard! You will excel! I loved his class so much that I changed my degree!

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Inspirational
5.0
1.0
Hist1000
Grade: A+
Dec 13, 2022
Would take again

absolutely pointless class but the professor makes up for it one of the best teachers I have had but man this class is entirely pointless

4.0
3.0
HIST2700
Grade: B
May 1, 2023
Would take again

I loved Prof. Little's passion for history! His lectures are very animated and visual. Most of the assignments are essays; he is a pretty harsh grader, so beware of that. We had two novels we read and wrote essays on, and I enjoyed those. I wish we had a little more interaction during discussions; however I still learned a lot from attending class.

Tough grader
So many papers
2.0
3.0
HIST2700
Grade: A
Nov 9, 2023

the class was recorded, so you were fine to skip w/o missing info. Every assignment is a paragraph essay too. At first I really liked him but he is a very picky grader. He docked points on one of my homework assignments for sentence flow? If you write like what he's looking for you'll be fine though. does provide ExCr opportunities which is nice

Tough grader
EXTRA CREDIT
Lecture heavy
4.0
2.0
HIST1700
Grade: A+
Nov 17, 2023
Would take again

Professor gives really great lectures and is very passionate although it is easy to daydream during them. No test, just a few assignments that are a paragraph each. Hard grader, he does give feeback and it helps with future assignments. Kind of a pointless class but easy for the credit needed.

Tough grader
Amazing lectures
Graded by few things
5.0
3.0
HIST2700
Grade: A
Dec 5, 2023
Would take again

Professor Little knows what he's talking about! He has a passion for history and speaks engagingly when giving lectures. Yes, the class is lecture-heavy, but gives important information for his assignments. It's typically one assignment a week, but he's a tough grader. He gives great feedback and if you did well, he'll make sure you know!

Tough grader
Gives good feedback
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
HIST1700
Grade: A
Dec 10, 2023
Would take again

The success of a History class is heavily influenced by the professors ability to teach history in a way that doesn't make you want to sleep. Doctor Little does a fantastic job in making his class interesting and humorous. I never dreaded going to his class. The tests are difficult, but as long as you pay attention in class, it is very manageable.

Amazing lectures
Lecture heavy
Accessible outside class
5.0
2.0
HIST1700
Dec 12, 2023
Would take again

Professor Little was a fantastic teacher who was very willing to work with students and help them improve their grades. He was very patient with me when I had to miss class several times. He posts videos of the lecture to help with study or those who missed that day.

Amazing lectures
Caring
Test heavy
4.0
3.0
HIST2700
Grade: A
May 7, 2024
Would take again

Professor Little was great, he is a tough grader and expects a lot from you. He is passionate and funny bit sometimes his lectures go off course. He has a great perspective on history and lets you form your own opinions. He also cares a lot and will respond to your essay of 250 words with 250 words!!

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Gives good feedback
3.0
5.0
HIST1700
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Oct 15, 2024

His class is lecture heavy and hard to follow.All of the power points are mostly photos and articles on canvas with no information.Your grade only relies on exams and a paper at the end of the semester, there is a chapter book you use halfway through but its not incorporated. you do get extra credit opportunities but it's not enough.

Tough grader
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
3.0
3.0
HIST2700
Grade: B
Nov 2, 2024

His lectures are long and compiled of fillers, but recorded. In his weekly assignments, he will ask you a specific question and even though you answered just that, he docks you points for not accessing the relationships and social aspects of the readings. If there were a more clear outline or concise rubric of his grading I would have no problem.

Tough grader
Lecture heavy
5.0
2.0
HIST1700
Grade: B
Nov 15, 2024
Would take again

Professor Little has been my favorite history professor so far. He is lecture heavy, but he makes the lectures fun to listen to as he doesn't just read off the slides, but goes in depth on the topic. He records the lectures so attendance was not mandatory as well as he was super understanding of my disability accommodations.

Get ready to read
Hilarious
Lecture heavy
5.0
2.0
HIST2700
Grade: A
Dec 4, 2024
Would take again

He is a little goofy but fun. I have taken a few classes with him and will take a few more. His classes are not hard, he really cares and wants to see his students improve. I will say though, you will write a lot. The class is basically all essays.

3.0
3.0
HIST2700
Grade: A
Dec 10, 2024
Would take again

He is a very tough grader. The things he docks points on do not really align with the prompt for the assignment. It seems that he grades more favorably for students who have similar opinions to him. The lectures feel like a waste of time because he gets so off task.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
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5.0
2.0
1700
Grade: A+
Dec 10, 2024
Would take again

The class was a breeze, mainly because the exams were easy and made up around 75% of the grade. I promise you will get the grade you want if you attend every lecture or watch the lecture videos. EC is passed for attendance and seminars throughout the semester. There is a book you will be examining, but the? are easy, like who is the main character?

2.0
4.0
HIST1700
Grade: C-
Dec 16, 2024

Professor little grades so harshly that I'm pretty sure he just cannot give someone a 100%. I emailed him after he graded my final asking if there was any way I could bump up my grade 1.5% to pass the class as it is a core class. He never got back to me about it and now I'm probably going to have to take the class again.

Tough grader
Lecture heavy
Graded by few things
2.0
4.0
HIST1700
Grade: B
Jan 4, 2025

He was a tough grader and expected a lot. He rarely gives full points on exams/assignments.

Tough grader
Test heavy
Graded by few things
5.0
3.0
HIST1700
Grade: A
Jan 16, 2025
Would take again

I really enjoy Professor Little's lectures, he makes them fun and interesting. You can tell he's super passionate about the topic he's teaching. There is a lot of writing in this class, and reading as well, but while he says attendance is mandatory, he provides enough information on Canvas to not be stressed about attending every single day.

Amazing lectures
Lecture heavy
2.0
5.0
HIST1700
Grade: Not sure yet
Jan 16, 2025

I will say that professor little is a very rough teacher. It is the second week of the semester and he has not started talking about what we should be learning. He does not explain assignments what so ever. Very weird guy overall.

Tough grader
So many papers
Lecture heavy
2.0
3.0
HIST1700
Grade: B+
Apr 10, 2025

each class he writes topics on the board to go over and we never get through all of them, ever. sometimes we don't even touch the first topic. He does give extra credit work though, which is nice I guess. a majority of your grade comes from the 4 tests throughout the semester, so if you're a bad test taker (like me) you will probably struggle.

Tough grader
Lecture heavy
Graded by few things
4.0
2.0
HIST1700
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 8, 2025
Would take again

The exams are a bit difficult because they are 30 multiple choice questions, then five paragraph-length written questions. However, he was very receptive to our feedback and concerns, and would make study guides for us and exam extensions. He can get a little sidetracked, but overall a good guy with a fairly easy class.

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5.0
3.0
HIST2700
Grade: A
Dec 8, 2025
Would take again

I have had Prof. Little several times and I love him! He is very passionate about his subject and will talk the entire class, but he makes it fun. I loved his assignments too because he gave us primary sources to read and reflect on which felt applicable to me. He does grade critically but I felt it made me a better writer as a result

Inspirational
Caring
Lecture heavy
4.0
3.0
HIST1700
Grade: B
Dec 9, 2025

He knew what he was talking about but for his lectures 60% of the time it was good and learned a lot but the other 40% it was just wacky stuff that did not matter and just talked about stuff that didn't relate to history at all. Very little homework it is exam heavy with 4 exams that require a good amount of studying.

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Lecture heavy
Test heavy
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