He is a pretty decent teacher, and very educated in this subject. I usually fall asleep in early morning classes, but his lectures keeps me awake. Just make sure to write EVERYTHING down, and you can use notes on test. No book required. Study, and you will do well... There is also plenty of extra credit opportunities.

Dr. Flower is a really nice man, and has a lot of experience as a teacher. If you speak up in class, he'll definitely remember you. You definitely have to go to his class, because he is a lecturer; write down (I suggest typing) everything he says. I had a nice conversation with him this morning, actually; he's very helpful (:

I liked Dr. Flower's class, however, the material is kind of tough to learn. He only has the midterm, the final, and an observation report. So, do not fail anything!!

Participation matters! Come to class and write down what he says. Simple formula for a good grade. I have taken Dr. Flower three times now and would again.

Dr. Flower is 1 of the best instructors I've ever had! Flower truly cares about each student. I was 100% engaged each class period. He is thought provoking and inspirational. Theres a simple formula for success in his class: attend every class, write down every word he says, do some extra credit (he gives endless EC opportunities) and you get an A.

Dr. Flower is a saint, a scholar, and everything in between. Highly recommend taking a course with this guy, there's a lot to learn from him.

Dr. Flower is an amazing professor. He may only have three assignments for the semester (mid-term, final, and observation report) but you WILL work for them. Do NOT skip a single class. Write down EVERYTHING that comes out of his mouth. It will only benefit you, the tests are open note. I ALMOST changed my major because of him, almost. Great prof

This was a strictly lecture course. Everything that will be on the midterm and final will be said in class so attendance is a must. The observation report can be frustrating, however; he does give detailed expectations and ample time to work on it. Great lectures. He makes them interesting to all age groups.

Dr Flower is very knowledgeable about this subject. Write down everything he says because there's no powerpoint, but you can use your notes on the two exams. There is a major paper done with an outside observation, but it is interesting. Overall, good class and very good professor.

Hes a great guy but not a great class for an 8am. His lectures are very long and if you joke woke up all you will be thinking about is sleeping. That being said his grades are fair and if you write down everything he says you will pass.

I loved his class. He is really funny and his lectures are amazing. But its not an easy class. He makes you do an observation report where you gotta go to a trial and sit in for 2 hours and then write a long paper about it. Kinda strange for a survey course but not the worst thing in the world I guess. Overall worth it.

Yes, you have to write an 8+ page observation report. Don't overthink it. It wasn't that bad. Attendance is mandatory. Make a friend that writes good notes if you miss class. Tests are open book/notes. Read the syllabus before asking questions. Don't be late or have your cellphone go off during class. One of the best professors I've had at KSU.

I love Dr. Flower. If you are willing to write everything he says read his syllabus and do the observation report, you'll be fine. His class seemed daunting but if you do exactly what he says, you'll get a B or even an A. I don't like government but he makes it funny and interesting. He can be sarcastic and seem unapproachable but its just a facade

Professor Flower looks intimidating but is approachable and helpful. If you don't go to class you will struggle. 2 tests and 1 observation report. Tests are not too difficult if you write down his lectures word for word. He is very knowledgable and gives examples for everything he goes over. No homework given.

If you are someone who skips class regularly, this is NOT the class for you. Two tests (open note) and one observation report. If you are planning on taking Flower, go to every class, write down everything he says, and do the observation report exactly as he asks. I thought I was going to do good in his class and left with a D.

Dr. Flower is a very knowledgeable man. He doesn't make attendance mandatory, but if you miss class you'll miss the test content. Everything he says in class is on the test.

Prof Flower was one of the best professors I've ever had! 2 tests. 1 observation report. Tests are open book/ note. Really funny at times too. TYPE OUT YOUR NOTES/ EVERYTHING HE SAYS ON MICROSOFT WORD!!! SO MUCH EASIER/FASTER THAN WRTING THEM!!! If you type out everything he says, you will definitely make an A. DO NOT MISS A DAY OF LECTURE!!!

If you are timid or easy intimidated by being called out, dont sit near the front of the class. Dr. Flower likes to jokingly pick on certain people during class, and it could be taken as offensive and intimidating (he does it with sharp remarks and a straight face). he's an ex judge and lawyer, and his lectures are riveting and at times hilarious.

If you don't go to class, you'll fail. Simple as that. 2 tests, 1 very large paper assignment. Fairly good teacher with a personality that keeps things interesting.

For someone who says "I'm willing to be wrong" more times than I could count, he sure doesn't act like it. Flower is an extremely rude man. Constantly ridiculing students, calling them out for their beliefs in class, and overall just arguing with them for no reason. Overall, bad professor, rude, and foul. But, his lectures are interesting.

Going to class is a must! He just talks in class, no powerpoints or notes and thats what you are tested over! You cannot be late. He will call you out in front of everyone.. very old fashioned but overall has good stories and a nice guy if you are on time and ask questions! Your grades are a midterm, final, and observation report!

Prof was a hard-ass, not willing to help if you were confused. Lectures were long and incredibly boring. Did not teach classic government, but rather current events. The literal only way to pass is go to every class and write down EVERYTHING he says. The 8 page report was annoying, but just get it over with sooner than later; most people get A's.

Don't buy the textbook, just go to every class and write down as much as possible. He writes his tests based off what he teaches and lets you bring notes to the tests, so I found it best to type my notes and print them for tests. READ SYLLABUS CAREFULLY. He is willing to help but gets salty if someone asks something that's answered in the syllabus

I thought he was a great professor. One of the best I've had so far. The tests are relatively easy and open note. Assigns 1 paper that needs to be 8 pages long. It's not nearly as bad as it sounds. He used to be a judge and lawyer so is very smart on the topic. Goes on tangents and doesn't really follow a lesson plan which leads to repeated info.

Very knowledgeable! Former GA Supreme Court Judge currently a part time lawyer. DEMANDS respect. Read syllabus, take the Observation Report very seriously. No homework, all lecture. Only midterm, final, and observation report make up grade. Never be late or walk in front of him. Write down everything he says. come soff uptight at first but is nice!

AS LONG AS YOU SHOW UP FOR EVERY CLASS, WRITE DOWN EVERY THING HE SAYS, AND WRITE A REALLY GOOD OBSERVATION REPORT, YOU WILL BE FINE. HE IS AN OLDER GENTLEMAN AND HE TELLS STORIES (SOME ARE FUNNY) AND CAN GET OFF POINT. HE WILL CALL YOU OUT IN THE MIDDLE OF CLASS FOR SLEEPING/ARRIVING LATE/ EATING BUT THIS IS COLLEGE FOLKS. LEARN SOME RESPECT!

Write literally everything Dr. Flower says down because you have open note tests, take the Observation Report seriously, and read the syllabus like it's the last thing you'll ever read; if you do all this you will get an A. Dr. Flower is a great lecturer and you will no doubt learn a lot from his class.

He does talk the entire class, but he uses stories to teach the class from his own experiences which I thought was pretty cool. Do not let the long paper freak you out because it is one of the easiest papers you will ever write. If you come to class and write everything down then you will pass the test because he lets you use your notes. take notes

All you need to remember is show up everyday for class, write down everything he says, give a lot of time to your observation report and you will be fine. This is college not high school. Don't fall asleep. The easiest professor I have had.

Dr. Flower at first can come off rude, but in my opinion he is a very intellectual person. Eventually, I came to enjoy his way of teaching. He is a lawyer so a lot of what he teaches in this particular class is surrounded by court cases. tests are easy if you took notes every class. DO NOT SKIP! TAKE NOTES HE LETS YOU USE THEM ON EVERY TEST.

If you can learn to not be intimidated by Dr. Flower, he gives some great lectures. The entire course is two exams and the observation report, and he allows you to take a double or nothing bet for the second exam. Though the test are open notes, the notes from his lectures are all you've got. So keep them as organized as possible and find a buddy.

I don't care what the reviews say. This guy is one of my favorite professors at kennesaw. He is super successful and knows his stuff. If you try, you'll get at least a 'B'. Just take good notes. He lets you use them on exams. Do not be intimidated. I really enjoyed him.

Class is very lecture heavy. Professor Flower is a very good lecturer, take very good notes. All tests are open note so write EVERYTHING that he says. Do not skip class or you will not pass, simple. He has a very dry sense of humor and makes his lectures enjoyable, takes questions from students at the beginning of class. Overall good teacher!

This class is so easy IF you show up to class every day and take really good notes. If you do this you WILL make an A. There's only two tests and they are open note. He can be offensive sometimes, but he warns you on the first day of class. He will answer any questions you have. No homework. Take him for an easy A.

Enjoyed the class, didn't lecture from the textbook and make sure to WRITE EVERY SINGLE WORD HE SAYS, midterm was directly from his lectures so make sure to come to class every day or you will not pass

Very smart and a very interesting guy. Has a lot of experience as a lawyer and a judge. The class is lecture only. If you come to class and take really good notes you will get an A no problem. There are only 2 tests, the midterm and the final and both are 100% open note. There is an observation report too, and those are the only three grades.

I recommend taking this professor. He is enjoyable to listen to and although there are only 3 grades, the midterm is exactly what he says in class so you either gotta go or get somebody's notes for each day. Besides that, I highly recommend taking him. he's great

I do not recommend taking this class at the same time I did, which was my very first semester of college. Takes this after your first semester, show up to class, WRITE EVERYTHING HE SAYS DOWN and attend all classes. Attendance is not mandatory but you will need to be there in order to pass. Hard class, but Flowers teaches the material very well.

If you do not come to class, you will fail. Lectures every day the full time, with no powerpoint or guided notes. Write everything he says down and bring it to the 2 tests in the class, because they are open note. 3 grades in class, extra credit is offered. The midterm and final are difficult. Did not skip 1 class and made an A.

If you come to every class and write everything he says you will easily make a B or higher. There are 3 grades, a midterm, a final, and an observation report. All of the tests are open notes. He's very funny and makes class enjoyable DON'T WAIT TILL THE LAST MINUTE TO DO YOUR OBERSAVTION REPORT.

He is an awesome guy with experience. He can be rude and inappropriate at times. There are only three grades in the class with multiple extra credit opportunities. Be sure to go to class and write everything down! All of his tests are open note and you do not need to buy the book! Do not put off the Observation Report until the last minute!

I absolutely loved this class. His lectures were so easy to follow along with; he uses many stories when lecturing so it makes it more enjoyable. Write down everything he says and you will easily make an A. Make sure you do some research before doing your observation report.

Dr. Flower was one of my favorite professors first semester. You must go to class to get the nots. three grades the whole semester consisting of observation report, test, and a final. All questions on the final and midterm are straight from the in class lectures. Take him if you are looking for a class that actually makes you think.

Though he can be intimidating at first, Professor Flowers is actually a pretty friendly guy. There are three grades in the class; a midterm, final, and observation report. As long you come to every class and write down everything he says in his lectures you should be fine.

Professor Flowers class was a very easy class. If you take good notes you can easily pass his class. However you are graded off of three things, two exams & an observation report. He lectures alot but he makes it interesting. He may seem stuck up on the first day, but he's really not! If you want an easy A take his course!

Anyone that says this class is hard is because they didn't go to class & take notes. That is ALL you have to do. Show up, listen, and write down every word he says. Lectures are interesting. Midterm and final are word for word what he says in class -easy. He may seem intimidating, but he's really a good guy. He will change your perspective on life

Dr Flower is a great professor and you will learn so much whether you want to or not, but YOU HAVE TO GO TO CLASS. You only have 3 grades, midterm, final, and an observation report. All his test come from your notes so make sure you take good ones. Also, don't try cheating, he will catch you. He seems mean at first but he's actually quite funny.

Good professor, would definitely take him again! WRITE DOWN EVERYTHING HE SAYS!!! Attendance was not required but if you skip you won't pass! Very interesting and he has a big heart!

Dr. Flower is extremely knowledgeable. Participate but don't ask really obvious questions. He's happy to repeat dates or names but not whole cases so pay attention! Write down everything and take thorough notes! Attendance isn't mandatory but it is if you want to pass the class! Comes off as rude at first but he's actually nice!

Midterm, Final, an Observation Report, plus plenty of opportunities for extra credit. Write down every single word he says because the tests are open note. He's a fantastic professor who is passionate about what he is teaching. Take the time to listen to what he has to say. Get to know him and talk to him. He's not as scary as he seems.

Absolutely loved this professor. It's a class that requires some effort, but the experience is worth it. If you're the type of person looking for an enriching, positive experience and you're willing to put in the work, definitely take this professor. He was my favorite professor last semester.

He is a great professor but you have to go to class. He gives a midterm, observation report, and a final. His midterm was based directly off of everything he says in class so without notes you will not pass.

Really good teacher. Knows what he is talking about.

He knows what he's talking about. Take notes on everything he says, even if it seems like irrelevant information. No need to study hard because the exams are open note. Don't bother with the textbook. He'll tell you on the day that it will conflict with what he teaches.

Dr. Flower is probably my favorite professor I have taken, in the beginning he comes off as intimidating but it's only to make sure students are serious about this class. Make sure to write every word he says, it'll be on the exams (2). The 3rd grade he gives is the observation report. He gives great lectures and stories so he keeps it interesting.

Great professor knows exactly what he is talking about and has lots of experience, however if you fail one test there is no way to get an A. the tests are open note and if you write down everything he says you will easily ace them. the observation report at the end isnt too bad. it is 8 pages and he says you need to go to a case for 2.5 hours

Go to every class, write down EVERYTHING he says and you will get a A/B easily. There is only a midterm, final, and an observation report which is an extended essay about a sentencing in court you have to sit through. Both tests are open note and final is NOT cumulative. Very clear grader. Gives EC and lectures are law and story based. Highly rec.

Dr. Flowers is a good professor who knows what he's talking about and he has a ton of experience as well. As long as you go to class and write down everything he says it's an easy class. There are only three grades; an observation report, a midterm and a final.

Professor Flower is such a good person and has great stories (he was a judge). I hate government, but he made it interesting. I would have loved this class way more if WE HAD MORE THAN 3 GRADES (midterm, report, final)

Dr. Flower is the greatest professor Ive taken. Midterm and final where if you show up to class every day, its the EASIEST A youll make. He is brilliant and sharp and has amazing stories. I was genuinely disappointed that the semester ended and I wouldnt have his class anymore. Start early on your observation report; its worth it.

Flower's tells you in the beginning if you come to class and write down everything he says you will pass. This is true. His class is eye opening, and not like an usual government class. He takes a topic so broad and wants you to learn it in different perspective. His lectures are not a bore, for there are multiple entertaining stories.

Absolutely LOVED Prof. Flower. One of the best professors I've ever had. He seems intimidating but he's a sweetheart with lots of stories. Demands respect and gets it. If you come to every class and write everything he says down, you'll pass. Only 3 grades in the class. Mid-term, Final, and Final paper. Does not use the textbook. Open-book tests

He is an old-fashioned professor: he doesn't allow you to have cell phones out, the observation report is due in person on paper, etc. His stories are very interesting, so his lectures aren't boring. Do try to attend every class, take notes on EVERYTHING he says, and study in a group for the exams, then the class will be as easy as everyone says.

I enjoyed this class a lot. He made lecture about government interesting by incorporating stories. You only have 3 grades for the class: midterm, observation report, and final. If you come to every class and write down everything he says, you will be fine. I did this and I did not study for any of the test and still did well.

He only has three grades, each worth a third of your grade. A midterm, final, and observation report. He can tell when you don't try and grades accordingly. Attendance is not mandatory but his test questions comes from what we discuss in class. If you are someone who goes to class, listens, and takes notes, I recommend him!

Its an easy a if you show up and write down everything he says , test are open notebook

He does not take attendance but it is required for you to listen to the lectures since that's what he bases the test off of. If you are a student that actually goes to class, listens, and tries you will pass!

Three grades: final, midterm, and an observation report. Go to class, write down EVERYTHING he says. Exams are open note. Don't show up late or he'll call you out and spell his name right (Flower). He tells a lot of stories in his lectures to help apply the information which I think makes it more interesting and he offers a lot of extra credit

There are only 3 grades: the midterm, a report, and the final exam. Everything he says in class is literally on the tests, so be sure to write down every single thing he says in class because the tests are open-note. The report is the biggest grade. As intimidating as he is, Dr. Flower is a sweet professor, but he will make you work for an A.

He is a hard prof, but if you go to every class and write down every word he says then you'll be golden because he makes the midterm and the final based off of what he says. Do not wait until the last minute to do the project.

Class is only lecture, so really its just listening and lots of note taking. If you are the kind of person that relies on multiple grades to pass, this is not the class for you. There are really only 3 grades: midterm, observation report, final. There are extra credit opportunities. Tests are open note and pretty much verbatim to the lectures.

there is only a midterm, final and and a 8 page paper. wrote down everything he says because both midterm and final are open note.

his class his solely based on his oral notes he gives. no textbook use, no additional study materials. just listen to him and take good notes and you will have success in the class

I would advise to show up to every class and take great notes because you get to use them for your exam, which is mostly comprised of what was discussed in class. There are only three grades: two exams and an 8-page observation report worth half of your entire grade. The lectures are not boring and overall I enjoyed Dr. Flower as a professor.

Only three grades. Midterm, Final, observation report. DO NOT WAIT UNTIL LAST MINUTE TO COMPLETE EIGHT PAGE MINIMUM REPORT. trust me. If you sleep you will get kicked out.

They were not your typical lectures where you copy down what is on a powerpoint. Its expected that you write down everything he says. If you miss a class, you will miss important info. I recommend making friends in this class and sharing notes. The observation report is worth 50% of the grade, and can be difficult if you do not understand concepts.

this class only has 2 exams and one paper. Its not much but they are hard. If you don't come to class there is no way you'll pass the exam and you have to take notes of basically everything. However, he is very fun to listen, has good stories and his lectures provide an intellectual insight about American government.

He is a great professor. With that being said, you will have the work for your grade given the fact that there are only 3 grades in the class; the midterm, observation report, and final. If you write down everything he says, youll do fine.

Professor Flowers class was one of my favorite classes Ive ever taken. He really cares that you understand the material and tells personal anecdotes to help you learn it. He gives amazing lectures. I would take him for as long as he continues to teach.

You must take notes on everything he says during his lecture, which means you have to come to every class or at least ask for the notes if you missed a day. His tests are exactly on what he lectures, hence the reason to take notes. Both test are open notes. i enjoyed his class and his way of teaching.

I took Dr. Flowers class a few moons ago. Im glad to know hes still teaching. If you want to be inspired and learn more than just some facts out of a book, take his class. You will learn how those facts relate to what is going on todays government.

Dr. Flower is quite possibly one of my favorite professors that I've ever taken. Do be warned though, you only have three official grades at the start of the semester. A MidTerm, a Final, and a Semester Long observation report worth half your grade. Don't like the sound of that, don't take him. If you do take him, write down what he says, trust me.

Prof. Flowers is easily one of my favorite professors I have had at KSU. He is very personable and all the notes and stories he gives you are based off his experiences on the bench. You are graded on an OPEN NOTE midterm, final & a paper on a court observation. Show up to class, take good notes and youll pass everything.

Professor Flower's class is definitely not for the faint of heart. He runs his class very strictly and there are many things that he does not allow in class. He is adamant on his students reading the syllabus early in the semester and showing up on time. The grade consists of two tests and an observation report. Do not slack and you will do fine.

He has pretty interesting lectures and a dry sense of humor. Overall i really enjoyed his class but be prepared for a tough grader. also dont plagiarize cuz he will find a way to expel you. Only three main grades ( midterm, observation report, final). Dont procrastinate the observation report and youll be fine.

His class was my favorite I have taken. Flower is incredibly smart and his lectures come from experience. He offers extra-credit opportunities that will actually improve your understanding of the material. His class was the final push for me deciding that I want to go to law school. His class isn't a cake walk but if you do the work you'll be fine.

Professor Flower was a really funny and nice guy. His lectures were always super interesting and I never really felt bored in his class. If youre looking for an easy A and you dont have a great memory this class isnt for you. There are only 3 grades observation report, the midterm, and the final. The tests are really hard, write everything down.

Flowers was a decent professor in my opinion, very lecture heavy and only talks so it is very crucial to attend class. As long as you do that and write down everything he says, youre good to go. Its really up to a student if they want to pass or not, so go to class! Eight page observation report which wasnt too bad, a midterm and a final.

I was nervous initially going into the class reading the reviews, he is strict and has high expectations for you. It is tough with only 3 grades but his lectures are so interesting and enjoyable he really wants you to learn, which is why you have to put in effort but if you do you will do fine overall I think he is a great professor I reccomend.

This class is no joke , he wants you to literally write down everything he says and do the readings , it is an over abundance amount of information to take on on one lecture. There are no assignments , just midterms and the final exam , there are extra credit opportunities but it most likely wont boost you. Also he is not the nicest.

All tests are open note and are based on what he says in class, so you have to take good notes to pass. The tests also require you to use the full hour to complete it, and you won't finish in time if you don't memorize some of your notes. Lectures are entertaining, he's a funny guy. Pretty strict too so don't expect an A without work or xtra credit

Professor flowers is NOT a horrible teacher, the truth is that hes a great teacher who made everything understandable and relatable. Most of the students didnt care and would joke around in class. Take detailed notes (word for word), do the extra credit, and complete the minimum 8 page observation report. The readings assigned for Fridays help.

I dont know whats going on with the excessive one star reviews, but Professor Flower was very good. I didnt love the 3 assignment format, but the assignments were very easy for anyone that actually cared at all. People just didnt like him because they actually had to earn their grade (as they should). Great teacherand very funny.

Dr. Flower's perfect for a busy schedule. Two fifty minute classes a week and tests are entirely based on lectures; don't waste money on books. Two tests and a report. Tests arent terrible if you pay close attention in class and take good notes. Report is 50% of your grade, put effort into it and DONT procrastinate. Extra credit is worth it.

His lectures are interesting but you have to come to class. Only has midterm, final, and observation report. Tests are very easy, as long as you came to class, and he lets you use notes. Doesn't use textbooks. He won't respond to emails except during class days and doesn't give your grade back for the final or observation report.

I took Dr. Fowler my first semester at Kennesaw, when I didn't know that ratemyprofessor was a thing, and I am so glad I didn't. These reviews don't do him justice in the slightest. I got more out of this class than any upper division level class I've ever taken because not only is he smart, but he makes you listen. I'd recommend him to everyone.

I really liked Professor Flower, I thought his classes were very engaging and it is one of few gen ed's that I feel I got something out of. He only grades off of three things, but if you take notes you're fine. If you aren't an essay person, reconsider though as the 8 page essay is a massive part of your grade.

I took this class seven years ago and it is still the single class that made the biggest impression on me. His lectures are riveting and he is the sole reason I chose to major in Government. He is the only professor whose class I still think of and remember stuff I learned. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!