I enjoyed his classes. They might have been a bit boring, but if you paid attention you actually learned stuff.

I found his class very entertaining and pretty easy. I don't know why everyone hates him so much. I learned a great deal as well.

He wasn't a hard teacher and not an ass...people love to complain. Do the work and read and do well. I didn't care for him too much as a teacher because yes he was boring,but I am also just not big on politics and that is why I hated the class.

Looks like several complainers in one class. I had worse than him...and I did learn some stuff in the class.

He must have an evil twin. I thought he's very helpful.

Funny videos.

If you love the humor on Seinfeld, he's your man. He has a very quirky and sometimes dry sense of humor, but if you tune in..you'll get it. Daily Show was probably the highlight, some shocking stuff you probably would have never thought to be in a college class.

Sort of funny, but the jokes don't always work. Doesn't shy from controversial topics.

The written exams are pretty easy - stick to the format and you will make the perfect score. Study for the tests using the study guide - be comfortable with articles.

Dr.C is on of the best professors at NGCSU, and he's also my advisor. Albeit he has his quirks but what professor doesn't? Higher lever Political Science classes call for more work end of story. All of the test and the final were essay format. He utilizes every textbook, and yes he uses youtube clips to make it interesting ! Awesome Professor.

Notice all the malcontents are in 1101, the introductory course. Therefore, these are most likely not majors in Poli Sci. As an upper-division teacher, he is excellent. He makes it clear what he wants, and you can deliver on the exams if you study for them. Without attendence and studying (I mean, this is college...), then forget about it.

No interest in poli sci yet I learned a lot. That says something! Good guy. Needs to work on jokes.

He is definitely not easy, but if you pay attention you'll do fine. You don't need the book....i never opened mine. I liked him...he's pretty funny! Tests are super easy if you pay attention...i learned alot.

i just read the last comment. hard?? we only had one paper so far. talk to me after the exam. theres a lot of material, but theres also a lot to help on the web. my main complaint is that the room is boiling hot!!

Everyone is saying that he is hard, but I took him in spring 2010 and I made an "A". Its not a difficult class. He gives you handout that are pretty much the answers to the test. Take excellent notes in class and you will make an "A".

I heard bad rumors about him but I liked his class. He kept class interesting by throwing in a few jokes (Which I liked) along with cool videos. Pay attention in class, and that's all you need to do to get an A. If not, he provides many extra credit opportunities.

1101 was quite easy. He gives an outline of his notes & I mainly used that for my test, but still got an A. You have 3 papers, but they're super easy & he seems to grade them easy. I totally made up answers on the final, but got a 90. He makes jokes, but most don't get them. Test are multiply choice & short answer, but you don't have to answer all

I dont know why people are complaining about this class, because it is really easy. If you do the small amount of homework and pay attention in class, you wont really have to study to make an A. My only complaint is hes a little creepy and always prompts you to bribe him for an A on his tests, which could be nothing but it is wierd.

Relatively easy class. As long as you study for the tests and read the chapters, you'll do fine. He helps you out with the mandatory debate presentations, and all of his notes are online. He's pretty interesting and makes a lot of corny jokes.

LOVE HIM!!! I not a political science person but I was able to make an A. He really cares about the success of his students. Attend class and take notes and you'll be fine. never used the book.

Cavalli is not as bad as people make him seem! He is fair, willing to work with you, and offers several opportunities to bring you your grade. His class is not easy, but if you put in the effort, you will learn a lot and get an awesome grade. I've taken his class three times and gotten an A each time.

Read the syllabus before asking him questions about the class, and don't get up in the middle of class either, he hates that. He's strict about those things, but this is an easy class. The papers are easy, and so are any other assignments. The tests are the only thing you have to work for. His lectures are interesting and he has a sense of humor.

Cavalli was one of my favorite professors in my entire college career--not only does he have a fun, dry wit, but he is also eager to help students outside of class. In addition, he is extremely knowledgeable in his field. I would definitely recommend taking him (and don't forget to mention that you like Seinfeld, he will love you forever).

Professor Cavalli gave very good lectures that explained things very well. He showed many funny, yet relevant, videos also. There is one group project but it isn't bad and as long as you participate. The exams are very lecture heavy with little from the book. He grades the papers easily and as long as you meet the requirements you'll get an A.

1 group presentation that is mandatory. 3 two page papers. 3 essay form tests. He does grade you on attendance and participation. He wrote his own textbook, and both it and his lectures are confusing. He's also arrogant, and hard to communicate with. Very little homework though. Very easy but a very boring lecture class.

Dr. Cavalli is a good professor who knows what he's talking about. You have to read the textbooks in order to complete discussion posts. He assigns one group project in the latter half of the semester that involves a lot of work. He doesn't lecture very much but shows videos and has discussions that are relevant to the class material.

I've had Cavalli as a teacher multiple times. At the surface, his classes seem difficult and homework heavy, but once you get it down it's not bad at all. Definitely get the books, and show up for class because he always takes attendance. Only warning I have is about the group project, which can get messy but he will help if your members slack

Solid professor. No complaints. Lectures are easy to follow and he knows what he's talking about.

Took him for American government. If he has his assistant teacher ask her to have study sessions with you before tests that help tons!! make sure to take notes and turn everything on time. Also, take every single extra credit opportunity he presents which is a lot.

He gives ample extra credit opportunities, and his assistant teacher hosts reviews before every test. He is lecture heavy, but his tests reflect what he emphasized in class. If you show up and go to the reviews you should get an A.

Dr. Cavalli is a good professor. If he mentions something in lecture it will be on the test. He gives a lot of extra credit! He is an easy A if you show up and study his lectures! I would recommend taking him! He is very intellectual and caring!

I've taken Dr. Cavalli many times in my college career, and continue to respect him as a professor and political scientist. This is senior seminar, so be prepared to write. That being said, the amount of writing required seems excessive with 8 writing assignments in total (5+ pages each). Those who have to take this class, be prepared to write.

Professor Cavalli is very knowledgeable about his subject and does his best to get his students to care about it too. His lectures are very helpful in explaining the information from the textbook and he uses videos and pictures to further help his students. His classes are some of the best on campus and I would suggest him for a professor to anyone

Dr. Cavalli is a really good professor and knows what he's talking about. There are online discussion boards due every week, three tests which makes up 45% of your grade and a group project that makes up 35% of your grade. Dr. Cavalli gives good feedback on every assignment, but sometimes it takes him a while to grade things.

This class provided enough information to excel in the class with some effort. Extra credit opportunities allowed room for error. With a little bit of effort, this class is an easy B taught by a likeable professor.

Awesome professor! He teaches the content through powerpoint lectures, not posted later, so attendance is very important. He created a website for the course and posts outlines that are very helpful as well as study guides. Reading is required- free online textbook! There are several extra credit opportunities available, take advantage!

A great professor. Perhaps leans too heavily on entertainment vids with a heavy political slant. Has a clear idea of his audience that is accurate and understanding. He wants people to learn and doesn't like his or other people's time wasted. He runs a tight classroom, which is great as there's a lot of information presented.

Dr. Cavalli is a really nice professor. He always has office hours and gives plenty of extra credit, like an insane amount just for showing up to Zoom meetings. I took this online and we had a weekly discussion and weekly paper (3 pages, double spaced) but they were super easy. He is actually really nice and wants people to succeed. He is funny too

He's not the toughest grader but definitely not lenient either. He does expect a lot out of you. He wants you to succeed and make an A but he will not just hand it to you. I emailed him a lot and he always emailed me back in a reasonable amount of time. There is a big group project due at the end of the semester, and three exams (including final).

Dr Cavalli is a very intelligent individual and does in class lectures that usually contain some entertaining videos at times. Also be prepared to read chapters for his discussions, and the papers for each (easy). Overall not a lenient grader but a far one of you fill the pages, respond to the discussions, complete your presentation, and take notes

Dr. Cavalli isnt really a bad teacher. His lectures are informative but can get dull at times. I didnt mind going to his class but the homework is very strenuous for a POLS 1101 class. There are two page papers due every Friday @5 and multiple discussion posts due on Thursday nights. If you take him, just know you will have to work very hard.

-Attendance is part of your test grade -Discussions/papers every week BUT only 6/12 discussions are graded. You have to do every paper -Read the textbook!! -Tests are relatively easy, but you have to do two long-answer questions per test and if you don't elaborate enough, points will be counted off -He has a sense of humor, and is a great teacher

I had him my first pols class freshman year and enjoyed my time with him. He's excellent about answering emails, going over material mentioned on exams, and I feel his "weekly" essays that aren't really weekly were a very approachable challenge

Allow enough time for discussion posts because they are tedious but not difficult; tests are 2 written response questions with multiple parts (make sure you study using the textbook and course materials); large group project at the end; Cavalli is a good communicator with clear expectations for the course.