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I took his class during Gr8 week it was very hard but he gives you mostly all the answers before the quiz and tests. Make sure to have a tape recorder. He's funny and he's a very smart professor.
He is very honest. He has passion for what he teaches. The tests are super easy, he lets you use notes and rare times do we have homework. He is awesome.
His lectures are hard to understand because he uses vocabulary that normal people wouldnt use. His slideshows are pointless. Gives out answer before quiz. Gives out studyguides before test. Write an essay. You need to really study and read the book if you want to do well in this class.
I dont like political science so i was dreading the class anyways, but becker does make things interesting. He'll get you thinking about our government, but doesnt relate well with the book. He gives power Point lectures which is really easy. I got a C and I didnt really put in any effort. Good teacher, you learn facts that you should already know
i took him during the gr8 weeks. I did not like the class, it was boring, and so where the lectures. But overall, i got a C..
If you are easily offended don't take his class. He ridicules religion, culture, society, politics, and it makes for a very funny. If you like Michael Moore, youll enjoy his class. Easy A!! Really nice guy, cute for an older guy.
interesting class
Professor Becker is one of the best professors that SAC has to offer. His lectures are informative as well as entertaining. He is more than willing to help his students with questions they might have regarding their assignments. I definitely recommend him for poli sci.
Awesome teacher, if you want a handsome teacher that looks like Andy Garcia, he's it. Funny, and makes you interested in the class, didnt have no interest whatsoever in political science only took it because its mandatory, but got an A because of him. he keeps it exciting. great teacher. really caring also.
NOT an objective analysis of poly-sci. Becker uses class as a soapbox forum to indoctrinate students with radical propaganda. Do NOT have blind faith in his "facts" and views, as they are often irrational, shallow, and simply incorrect. As for political ethics, here's a clue: He is a democrat but registers republican to try to manipulate elections.
Class should be renamed Partisan Politics 101 about hating America, armchair quarterbacking our "ignorant" (his word) military, telling us who & what Props (though he never read them) to vote for. He cited tabloids, touted conspiracies, & refreshed us on slang for the female pubic region. Class is long on gossip & short on study of political scienc
I don't think Becker was radical at all- he taught his students to think critically of the world. I don't see why that is bad. His style of teaching was sometimes a little scatterbrained, but he was good and I got an A. He rattles off the answers to the test/quizzes the day before them so listen and be ready to take QUICK notes! That's how I passed
Some of the rumors are true - he does go off topic and tries to make it sense as if the gov is against u. But his class is sure is interesting. He doesn't talk much about the test and quiz, so you will have to do your own research. I never study or open the book and I got a B. He will make it seem as if you need the book, but you don't.
Professor Becker has a unique personality which kept me awake (night class). He assigns reading but its not needed. His lectures are more confusing than helpful. If you study your notes from his powerpoints, you'll be fine. Overall, the class was fairly easy.
I didn't understand this teacher at all!!! I am not much of a big Political Science person at all and he wasn't helpful at all!! He knows his politics it's true, but doesnt make sense!! He jumps from one story to another, I wouldn't recommend!!
He is always making fun of politics he never teaches. He talks that's all he does! Not helpful at all. if u r willing to learn u should take some one else!
THis was the best class I have ever taken. He really tried hard to make the class fun and truly cared about how the students did. Pay atttention in class, he reviewed and literally gave out all the answers right before every quiz and exam . I would definately take him again!
if u take this u should already have a good idea about politics, because he goes off on many tangents. he tries to entertain you mostly, doesnt really teach the material thats on quizzes and tests.. except rite before the test he'll review it for one second and give u the answers! readings helpful but still leaves gaps.. easy but hard.. strange man
This was a fun class. He makes Poli Sci very interesting and finds the humor in it! I wasn't interested in the class b4 taking it and was pleasantly surprised!! I would definitely recommened taking him!!
Easy A or B he gives answers before quizes just pay attention. at first he seemed to jump from topic to topic but as the semester goes on you realize it all comes together. He is very smart and witty. Becker will help you understand if you ask dont be shy. If you are easily offended this class is not for you. Great guy take his class!!!!!!!!!!!!!
This professor was very funny and entertaining he likes to show you the hipocracy in politics!! This class really showed me how our country works!! I highly recommend this class!
This teacher is very cool his class is very fun and he has four quizzes and a EASY midterm that u can use a cheat cheat with, his final is super easy but just take notes and review then for the quizzes and ur good ohh yeah and one 2 page essay that u automatically get full credit just for doing it.
I really liked this teacher. Easy A or B gives the answer to the quizes before you take the quiz.Very interesting made me want to become a political science teacher
I took professor craig for the Honors part of Poli science. All we had was 4 esays and a PowerPoint presentation the last day of class and that was it. No quizzes, no exams, nothing. He makes the class fun with slides and videos. I got an "A" on his class. He is worth a try.
Becker's class was hilarious especially if you have an opinion about politics. He makes up funny vocabularywords like "zippergate" and "911gate" but you have to find the humor in it considering he praises bill clinton for his all american southern attitude. Right out thourough papers and listen for the answers he gives out on the tests and quizzes
not for lay back ppl, i knew nothing of our government and he would give his "two cents" to the class which i found interesting. He speaks his mind so if you get offended by anything at all, DO NOT take this class. he didn't follow the book and his notes weren't that helpful, but he would do a review before the quiz. good luck is needed in here
hes funny but hate the class... its just too complicated
i tried going every time and paying attention i just dont like how he teaches. hes kinda confusing and pretty boring.he tries to be funny and he makes you buy a clicker for like 25$ that u dont even really need. i had to drop it because i wasnt to confident i would pass.
He makes this class very interesting. His political views are real and not sugar coated, he definitely engages me in all his lectures.
Beckers class isn't for everybody.His lectures and strong political views are really engaging and memorable, but they often run the entire class period.Also, his lectures, nor his textbook, don't completely cover everything that's on the tests and quizzes.He's recommended, but only if you know the basics of how our government works before the class
This teacher used examples of scandelous events and just focused on making fun of them. He tried his best to teach how the system works but it was hard to concetrate when he's just trash taking ( his views are distrubing). I would not recommend this class for my worst enemy. After all I felt sorry for the guy cuz his father had just passed away .
Lecture only class, does not offer any extra help, isn't very interested in making sure his students understand the material. This is a very independent class and requires a lot of self teaching in order to pass the tests and quizzes. I would not recommend it. I passed but I know I would have done better had I had a different teacher.
I have his class and im doing really well. Buy the clicker, it is worth the points. His class is easy as long as you read the book, something i suspect people dont do and wonder why the fail, and listen to his lectures, his quiz and test reviews almost pretty much make sure you pass his test.
Craig Becker is awesome professor I really leaned from the course and material. His lecture are powerful!!!!
Prof. Becker doesn't hide his strong political views, but you learn a loin his class. And reading the book, watching the news, basically staying informed about what goes on in the country gets you a good grade, Even if you didn't clearly understood government before. He can be very critical, but I found some of his comments pretty funny.
Just take notes during lecture, disregarding any off tangent topics. He grades off of 200 points which makes it easier to get a better grade. Read the books bold and italicized items. He quickly gives the answers to the tests prior to taking the test. Don't mind his point of views. Those are his personal beliefs.
This instructor has VERY STRONG personal opinions. He is obviously VERY liberal and thinks you should be too.
I really enjoyed this class, he is very opinionated but he is trying to engage you, he doesn't care what your beliefs are, he just wants you to care about what's going on in the country. He's very inspiring and raised a lot of awareness in me. He's passionate about this subject!
He is very confusing, however, he does grab ones attention with topics that are going on right now and back then. He does not really go off the textbook, but the information he provides can be found there.He does provide the answers to the quizzes and some tests like right before the quiz so pay lots of attention and read the bold terms in the book
Notes and lectures are completely useless. And you never use the book unless you're writing one of his essays. He does however practically give you the answers to all the tests and quizzes, so pay attention then. He does show his strong political views. It is a fun class sometimes, he likes to do impressions. :)
Mr. Becker is an engaging teacher. He applies todays issues to the lecture to help you understand the concepts. He is a very intelligent man, i enjoyed his class very much. He's witty too.
Very confused/disorganized teacher. Talks all over the place and hard to follow him as he does not go by the text book, textbook useless. Do not take him if you have no background in american government. Take someone else. I wasted my time and $$, didn't learn anything from him. If you want to learn, take someone else!!!
Textbook is useless and his lectures are very confusing, however the only good thing about him is that he pretty much gives you the answers/ reviews you before the quizzes and tests. I won't recommend that you take his class if you haven't taken any other Political Science class.
He is such an amazing professor! I don't understand why some people are complaining. He's very helpful and informative! I hope to take another class with Mr. Becker. He makes politics interesting and he's very passionate. Love his class and his lectures. Best Pol. Sci I've ever had!
He is a great teacher; he is is a funny teacher.. Just sit and take notes; quizzes and exams are based on notes, not too difficult.
Becker is a great teacher. He really gets involved with his lectures and just like make teachers he does go off topic but it is always related to government. He always goes over questions for quiz and exams. PAY ATTENTION to ALL of his lectures and take notes. you do not need a book. GET CLICKER FOR EC.
Mr. Becker is a great Professor with a good sense of humor. Quizzes and exams are based on his power points and lecture. He provides study guides for quizzes and exams. Take notes and study power points and you will be in good shape. Barely used the book DEFINITELY get the CLICKER for EC.
He's a good professor, fair with grading. Lectures are long but he's jokes and makes class not to boring. Clicker is a must in his class easy ec.
This must be the worst class I have taken in the two years I've been in SAC ! He is so passionate about his lectures that HE WILL let you go until 10 o'clock every single time you have class (night class) He thinks he is a comedian and has very strong personal opinions. His grading is fair he gives you study guides. He skips allot on his teaching.
Professor Becker is a great instructor. He presents the content in a way that you as a student can apply it to life. I really enjoy his sense of humor and makes the class very interesting.
You can tell this professor cares about his students. He means well but my biggest concern was how confusing his slides and lectures were at times. His tests are straightforward and he does provide a study guide that helps. I did my own research at home prior to class (youtube) and that helped me follow along with his lectures the next day.
Professor Becker is a great instructor. I really enjoyed his class, he's the first instructor at Santa Ana that actually cares about you as a student and wants you to do well. I highly recommend his class, you will not regret it. Political Science is not one of my favorite courses but he made it fun. I actually share what I learned with my sis.
This professor is the best that Santa Ana has to offer. He gives great feedback and really cares about his students. He has five quizzes, midterm, open book essay and final. If you don't understand a topic, he stays after class and explains it to you. Not many instructors take the time to spend time discussing the lecture after class. Love him!
He is very inspired. He repeats the main point many times to make sure you get it. He is passionated. He works hard. He is smart and humorous. The class is very interesting. I love it.
EASY. Only 4 quizzes all on slide notes. Slide on BB. Midterm had a study guide. Basically all the quizzes as one big test. Eassay part had a study guide too, super easy. Final was basically midterm with final chapers. He is funny and knows his stuff. Gotta be open minded!!! :)
Not into politics one bit but Becker made interesting. I learned a lot about our government that i did not know, he made it very easy. I could not tell his political Allegiance and I like the fact that I wasn't being swayed one way or the other.
Totally recommend him, he's awesome.
He's weird but cool. Very passionate about Politics. Easy class with 4 quizzes, midterm (with study guide), essay, and final.
5 multiple choice quizzes 10 questions There's an essay midterm & final Isn't really clear when the quizzes are he posts the study guides on BB but under courses information so there's no notification Gets off topic He does go over the questions right before you take the quiz so it helps but lectures didn't really help me AT ALL and are boring
He lectures a lot but he is very passionate about his stuff. He is so funny and is always willing to help you out with any of the material. 4 quizzes, 1 midterm, a final, and 1 essay. Study guides are available before each exam, study that and you will pass.
SUPER easy A. I hated the online modules you had to do but it's a easy and quick way to get extra credit. The tests are really just based on the powerpoints and his study guide. Study old quizzes for the exams. I don't think I learned much coming out of this class, but it was easy. He's also very sweet and cares a lot about his students.
He's okay, uses ALL of class time, really long lectures. He tries to keep it funny with his impressions of the US presidents. No homework just tests and one essay. Must be there for poll assignments or credit will be taken away
He's very passionate about teaching, makes lectures easy to understand with humor, one essay, 4 quizzes, mid-term and final. mid-term and final consist of previous quizzes. Briefly goes over the answers to the quiz and tests before handing them out, puts powerpoints online, and is always available before or after class in case you have questions.
Looking for a professor who gives you the answers before a test? extra credit options? Funny? Then you should take Professor Becker !
Lectures would get dry at times but kept the class engaged by participating in voting through a phone app which was cool just cost a fee though. If you read, it should be simple it's basic stuff to learn about out political system. Easy A.
Professor Becker is the best, he is funny and does good impressions of past Presidents. He also lectures on real life events that are current and blends them in with the lecture.
Heavy lectures. Funny guy. Puts everything up on blackboard. Grades clearly and is very organized. He made this class very clear and I enjoyed it.
Makes class as easy as possible while still making sure you are learning the subject. Easy pass as long as you do the work and pay attention to class. Would definitely recommend!
Took him over summer (6weeks) Lectures were a little long and boring at times but he's hilarious so it wasn't too bad. Don't miss too many points because the difference between an A and a B is 20-30 points. HE TELLS U THE ANSWERS BEFORE THE QUIZ/EXAM. Gives study guides too. Really easy class over all, I recommend him.
Becker is a great instructor. Hes makes political science interesting. Everything online and clear assignments. Hes funny too!
all he did was lecture which was very boring especially in a intersession class but i survived. his quizzes are easy because he gives you the study guide and all u have to do is answer them correctly and youll do fine in the quiz.
Honesty take him! You will get an A if you put effort into it, it might be boring but we have all been there. Overall, he is very lineant and cool professor
Professor Craig Becker seems to enjoy lecturing because he spends he entires class period doing so and most times its unclear to get the concept of thebes lecture which requires self teaching. The grading is simple and easy.
No hmwk. 4 quiz, 1 paper, 1 midtm, final. study guides posted online for each quiz and midterm, but not final. he keeps attendance, but not sure if it counts against grade. lectures are interesting if you pay attention, quizzes and tests are ez if you prepare beforehand multiple choice. only 1 short paper. easy A if you put in minimal effort!
Fun class! Funny guy! Read the chapters before class and his lectures will make perfect sense. Not a hard class to pass if you pay attention.
I'm a high school sophomore and I took this class in conjunction with my regular classes. It was honestly really easy and I'm not really into politics, but this class made it way less boring. The professor tries his best to make it entertaining and he even does impressions of political figures! It was nice and I would recommend it.
I took this class during the Summer and all I can say is take this class with Professor Becker, you won't regret it. There were 4 online quizzes, 1 in-class midterm, 1 in-class final, and a short paper. Show up, listen to the lectures, and you will pass.
Professor Becker is a wonderful professor! His classes are just lectures, but he makes them enjoyable with his impressions! He also posts study guides for the quizzes and exams. Participate in the discussions throughout the semester as that is the only extra credit he offers.
Yes Professor Craig does spend most of the class by giving a lecture, but his class is very easy in my opinion. He gives four or five quizzes along with four or five discussions which are extra credit. There is only one big paper due and one mid-term and final. He provides study guides for all the quizzes and exams. There is no surprises with him.
As long as you pay attention to the lectures and study the power points you will pass with an A. He offers extra credit too. He gives you a study guide which tells you exactly what is on the test, its hard to fail.
Professor Becker is a great professor. Yes, lectures are sometimes boring due to the subject, but his impressions make up for it! You are graded based off of quizzes, exams, and one paper. His discussions are all extra credit! Take him! You will not regret it
Took his online course and he was very straight forward. Only one paper is due at the end and it is quite easy. Would take again.
Good pace and so trying to stay on top of things.
Very nice and easy going Professor. There was like a weekly discussion and a quiz. However I have never had to sit through such long lectures in my life. Other than it's a great informative class. He plays music when class starts. Everyone is usually quite and taking notes. The projector screen was broken so it was kind of distracting. Great course
just got to say he is very chill dude I would take him again you should easily pass his class
Usually puts on a video each meeting at beginning. Very funny and assigns easy discussion boards. Quizzes and exams are simple and all multiple choice/online. Can get boring since he is only lecturing in the class meetings but is nice and makes jokes throughout. Attendance shouldn't affect grades but show up once in a while. Textbook not needed.
He was super nice and super funny. The quizzs are super easy, everything was a easy A. I would def take his class again.
One of my favorite professors. He lectures the entire class, you should take notes. Quizzes were online.
I loved Prof. Becker's class. He's really funny and always giving jokes (I wish people laughed at them more). This class was super easy and he made it very entertaining. The topics can get boring at times, but keep occupied and take notes or share your input! Overall just a super chill guy! I recommend this class!
He is an amazing professor, and his jokes are good. His class might be a bit boring, but it's easy, and his jokes make it seem less boring. I honestly recommend him to my friend, and she signed up for his class next year. This is one of my professors!
Always looking forward to going to Professor Becker's class. A lot of important information in the lectures for note taking. Cracks jokes to lighten up the mood. Online test are not hard. I would definitely take another class with him.
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