Very imformative, very clear when he speaks and always likes to have a good attitude about things. It's not an easy instructor however, but if you study hard the class shouldnt be a problem. Do not get discouraged at your first grades.

I didn't like him the test were 100 questions and most of the stuff covered in the class wasn't even in the test. he made us study about 10 chapters for each test. he was a good speaker but nothing he said was on the test.

He makes history into a story, and he makes it not boring at all. But you really have to read the book...if you do that and are good at writing papers this class it great.

Explains things well if you go to class every day. Willing to give extra credit, doesn't like when you don't read or show up.(deducts points) 90% of test comes from the book so just read. He is interesting and not hard as long as you study and show up.

He teaches what is in the text and also has stories on the side. Good teacher and good educator. Not easy, but informative,

He is a hard grader on papers. His classes are long and feel it. He talks and talks and talks. He made me want to fall asleep!!

he is helpful and informative. just dont be late to class. he give alot of extra cretit for the test. most of the tests come from the book but he said next year he was changing his test to essay test. his multi guess test were hard.

very good teacher, great stories, but he's doing essay tests from now on, instead of multiple choice. all you have to do is read the book and follow lecture and you'll get an A. papers are hard but clear them through him first and youll get A's.

Mr Gilmartin is a great teacher. His class is challenging but set up in such a way as to make it easy for every student to be successful.

Fabulous. I can't recommend him highly enough. The tests are essay, but straight from the class lectures. Online quizes are straight from the book. Pay attention, participate in class and you will learn a lot as well as get the A you've earned.

Excellent!!!!!!!!!!I have to say he is very straightfoward. He test only on lectures. His clases are very entertaining. I would highly recommend Mr. Gilmartin. Excellent professor!!!!!!!!

great teacher harder than most but this isn't supposed to be easy and to quote him "This isn't high school anymore."

He is one of the best teachers I've ever had. If you want to take this class prepare to learn-which is what he's there for. The only reason why you would think he is rude is if you ask a stupid question that he's already explained. He is very helpful if you have good questions and have read material

Wonderful teacher! I was never into History until I took this class. His lectures never failed to keep my attention. He can be a little "assertive," but I think it's pretty funny! Do your readings/note-taking and you will ace his class.

Excellent teacher!! Keeps his class interesting. Keep up with the reading, quizzes, take good notes, and really listen. It is amazing what you will learn about our country's history. I am so glad that I took his class...you should take it too!!!

It's hard work but he makes history into a story and easy to understand. I liked his teaching style. He teaches understanding of our country not just the events.

Excellent teacher. I have a whole new appreciation of history because of his class. He loves history and wants you to know the story. Don't be late to class, come to learn, and you'll do well. Great lectures and funny too. Fair.

Professor Gilmartin is one of the smartest people i have ever met. He loves to teach history and will teach you what really happened. if you like history take his class it is amazing. His class is not hard at all as long as you listen it is easy. He also takes history and makes it funny and easy.

Definitely a hard ass but that makes him hilarious. Probably not good to take DL, given that his emails may come off rude - very different in person and even more when spoken to after class. Extremely intelligent with a broad base of knowledge. Class is challenging but worth the $$$$.

Excellent instructor! Had him DL, his instructions were very clear and concise. One of the easiest DL classes I have taken. History is a boring subject (sorry), but it wasn't too bad with this instructor. I'd take him again for another course.

I took his video class and it was well worth it. All you need to do is read the materials and do the work. Always sent reminders when things were do. Great communication, great teacher. I would take him again, but I am done with my Histories. Thank goodness, PEACE AND BLESSINGS!

He's great. He is a real college professor. Super witty and funny. He makes you work but it's worth it.

He's a wonderful teacher.

I was not interested in history until this class. This guy is great. Funny, interesting stories, there is nothing boring about his class. People who think he is hard probably don't want to go to class anyway. He is totally passionate about history, and wants to share it. He assigns interesting articles. Great lectures, and he's up front and clear

This professor is great! HE knows his history and can teach it.

I loved this teacher. he knows history and lectures are very interesting and funny. Yes you do have to read a lot, write essays and two essay tests, but if you read the chapter all of it is easy. The people who say he's hard most not like to learn anyway. I would take this teacher again in a heart beat.

I took it online. Very clear, logical and not really that hard. The articles he chose for us to write on were very interesting. He is direct and to the point. Maybe some people don't like that. I thought he was very good, and I learned more than I thought I would.

He is the best professor I've had ever. Interesting, funny and loves history. You work but he works too. Great class.

Really hard class but he can be very helpful. Kind of a smart ass though and has a habit of making you feel like crap right in front of the whole class!

Overall a good professor. He gave a lot of background info to explain history. There is a lot of work but if you do it, you can easily get an A. You had to be in class every day and check the website twice a week. There were up to 3 major papers and in-class tests, but also plenty of chances for extra credit. I plan to take him for AMH 2020.

Very, Very interesting and funny too. He is direct and to the point about assignments and all of that. I didn't much like history, but he shows you that it is just a great story. I was amazed.

There is a quite a bit of work for this class. However, his lectures are interesting, intelligent and animated. I really ejoyed the class.

He made me enjoy history when I hated it before. He knows his stuff and he can be a smart ass and opinionated but it livens up the class. He tells you what's opinion and whats history. His cloass is very structured and he pays close attention to detail but it's all in the syllabus. Pay attention and you won't have any problems, he's there to help.

AWESOME PROF!!! Still my favorite prof. of all time. He does push you, but you learn so much. He prepares you for the "real world" of college with writing, tests, and his overall expectations. Take good lecture notes and study the text for optimal success. I got an A and tons of invaluable info. Worth your time and effort all the way!!!

He talks down to his class often. You must read a chapter a week and do an online quiz, you do get 3 attempts. You write 2 papers, but he grades worse than an English teacher! His tests are essay form and from his lectures (not reading), I worked hard and got a 'B'.

Excellent teacher! Lecture was engaging, and informative.Funny and keeps the dicussion moving along. NOT A BLOW OFF CLASS.Textbook is used to take quizes on line...you must read the chapters. 3 essay tests but he gives you the questions prior to taking test. 2 papers to write. Take him if you actually WANT TO LEARN about history. extra credit given

Mr. Gilmartin was a very interesting character. I enjoyed and learned very well within his class, but can see how others would have a hard time. There are quizzes on each chapter in the book due every week on WebCT. His tests are all essays. He can get off topic alot, but the way he explains the past by using present day events helps.

Took Gilmartin for History to 1865. LOVED IT!!! This man knows what he's teaching. And it was so much fun. If you want to get something out of this class, take it. I learned so much, I would take any of his classes. Go to class, it helps. If you're a slacker, you will earn your grade.

His tests tend to be essays, which I prefer but seems to be that others do not. Lectures were very interesting. Shows concern for students' learning.

Very very toguh teacher but also extremely fair. Tests are all essays but if you listen to his lectures you should do fine. Quiz once a week on web ct so i suggest you read the book. Take note in class and do not be afraid to ask questions b/c he is there to help his students.

Excellent! He is informative and helpful. He is a worker, he shows up early every day and you'd better. But, his organization of the course and his lectures are grreat. Really good stories. He just LOVES history and wants you to. Its a lot of work, but if you want a real teacher he's the one. Great Class.

This was an online class. Professor seemed to respond to emails promptly, did provide study guide but with no correct answers.

Mr. Gillmartin is absolutely a great teacher. He is tough- You just have to work for your grade. He is by no means rude; but he is definitely direct. He really is not as bad as some people on here say he is. He really is nice. Dedicate time for his class & you will be fine!

I am taking the online class and I haven't had any issues. Just read the chapters and take the practice quizzes before the real one... VERY easy. BTW you can take the real quiz 3 times and he takes the best grade. I have a 95.

Prof. Gilmartin is extremely helpful, regardless of what the person below me says. He is just fed up with students being lazy, having poor excuses for everything, and failing to try finding answers to common questions on their own. He is the best teacher I have had at SCC and REALLY knows history. This class is not for lazy students.

Dan Gilmartin is one of the best teachers at SCC. At least, he is one of the best teachers I have encountered. He will really challenge you to work. He is a former journalist, and will grade your papers hard. Nonetheless, it will infinitely help you as a person. He showed me how cool, and absolutely important, American History is.

I don't understand why people are complaining about having to read the assigned chapters. I took the class online and the time I would have devoted to sitting in the classroom was used to read the chapters. He allowed the students to repeat quizzes for a higher grade and though the essay exams were timed, he told you what you needed to study.

Sure, this class is challenging. The people who complain about having to actually read aren't very reliable resources. His grading is fair. What do you propose history class to be like if reading and comprehending is too much to handle? Contrary to some comments, you do not have to take quizzes twice if you're satisfied with the grade you got.

I've taken his online courses for AMH2010 and 2020. I LOVE his class! All you have to do is read and take quizzes. He gives you 2 tries per quiz - even unit exams. If you're good at reading comprehension, take him. If not, try a campus class. Not much time for tests so you have to know your stuff well.

Excellent professor! He's tough. But, he forces you to think. You will not pass if you don't keep up with your reading. Gives quizes online. Make sure you use the textbook's online study guide. He has a passion for history that rubs off on some students. Seems gruff in the beginning, but, truly a nice guy once you get to know him.

Excellent teacher, really knows his subject and has a good sense of humor and easy-going attitude. Lectures are lucid and interesting. Essay tests are difficult, but determines one's knowledge of the material. Online quizzes are fairly easy if you read the material, and if there's an error, he will correct it. Highly recommended!

Professor Gilmartin is a great teacher. Read the book and keep up with the online quizzes. If your expecting an easy A, go back to high school-you are in college now!

I don't understand why all the negative feedback. I actually got an A taking his AMH 2020 online last summer. I've emailed him before and he's very helpful. A lot of reading and studying but if you're on top of your reading you will do fine in the quizzes and tests. He's very fair if there are any errors and responds quickly to emails.

Prof Gilmartin is a very good teacher. If you read the material you will pass the quizzes and unit exams. He gives 2 chances to take quizzes but they are timed. If you keep up with your assignments and have an emergency he will work with you as long as you communicate with him. I took the class online and got an A without a whole lot of effort

Read the articles and the book and you will do fine on the quizes. Quizes and exams are timed so know your stuff before taking. Was a little hard on grading of the report, but I would take him again.

do your work. READ the book & make an outline with notes before each quiz & you will be fine. This is NOT an easy A, just do the work & get the knowledge you are paying for & you will pass.

Professor Gilmartin truly cares about history and is very well-versed on the subject. Some of the comments written here are troubling, as I found him to such a nice and helpful professor. If you do the assignments and reading, you CAN easily acheive an A. If you fail his course, you can only blame yourself for not doing the work. A+ Instructor!

DO NOT TAKE THIS CLASS unless you can set aside at least 2 entire days a week for preparing for a quiz. I found this hard with having 3 other clases and a job. This class gave me an immense amount of stress and I will NEVER take him again. If you are taking it make sure you write down every single detail of the chapters or else you'll fail.

He expects you to do college level work for a college level class. He knows who puts in the effort and who doesn't. He's glad to help those who do, and won't waste his time on those who don't. Welcome to college folks where it takes a little more effort than just showing up a couple days a week.

Since I took this class online I cannot comment on his teaching method bu I did have to email him and his rplies were always prompt.

I do not understand some of the negative coments posted about prof. Gilmartin,he is very stright forward and explaurse.ins what is expected at the beginning of the semester. it sounds like some people were not paying attention to instructions on how to study for the co

I took Honors history with this professor. Gilmartin REALLY knows his history, and he recommends you understand it from his perspective. Take good notes, do well on the quizzes/tests and this class won't be a problem. However, make sure you are ready to go to work on the first day of class.

Tough class and be prepared to read a lot! That being said, if you read and do the quizzes, very straightforward class. Stop complaining about having to read, people! It's a COLLEGE LEVEL history class! What do you expect??? The class really should be called "Reconstruction" though, because that's what the majority of the class is about. Recommend

Online class. Loves history. If you keep read the assigned chapter, you'll do well in tests. Extra credit, helpfull. He is a no non-sense professor. I could take his class anytime.

I took this class online. The assignments are spelled out in the begininng and he's upfront with the fact that the class require ALOT of reading. The test questions were on minute details of the chapters. He is good with answering questions. Be prepared to read the whole texbook in addition to the supplemental text provided in the modules.

I personally liked this class a lot. for those who say he is rude, he admits to it at the beginning of class that he is so you have time to drop. In all honesty is is more sarcastic and likes to make sure you understand there is more to one side of the story, and will tell you what he really thinks of the people and events of history.

It's relatively easy. A LOT of reading, like the whole book. Quizzes 2/3 times a week. Most are online on a chapter, some answers are online. Some are in class on an article from Sakai. Answers all ?s. He's rude and sarcastic, but unintentionally. 2/3 essays with all the material needed. EC for attendance & a couple EC assignments that were easy.

HE WAS AWESOME. Honestly coming from the wrong side of his politics as a student, I had a hard time dealing with his humor, but once I understood that it was for learning purposes, I got a better understanding of the class and of the subject overall. Take him, he is worth learning history the right way.

A lot of reading, 90% of the grade is based on tests, 10 % for 2 forum papers on movies, class requires lots prep for the test, vague questions on exams , he allows quizzes to be taken 2 times online, teacher was rude when answering questions, but I passed with a B , learned a lot would take again, but he is not an easy teacher

The class is not difficult if you read the assigned textbook chapters and articles. Take notes, that is key in any course. The professor is extremely helpful if you are putting in the effort. It's college, not elementary school so the coursework is going to be more time consuming and actually make you think.

The class is not hard if you read and take notes while doing so. I had no interaction with the professor except via emails he would group send.Students should be prepared to speak/write in proper English. Good grades are not just handed out, you actually have to work for them. The professor was rude. Given what he deals with, I might be too.

The teacher can be tough when it comes to certain things but if he sees you are not putting an effort than he won't try and help.

He is clear cut in his expectations, gives a detailed schedule, & provides timely feedback. He anticipates common misconceptions & prepares for it by supplementing the somewhat monotonous text with primary sources that give you the cold, hard facts of the history. Annotate, take notes, & take the practice quizzes at Norton website ace the class.

He is a very good teacher in my opinion. History is not my favorite subject but so far he has been very helpful with any questions I have and has been understanding (that I am not good with history) He gives you the option to email him and is quick to give feedback. You do have to read for all quizzes book and articles but hard work will pay off

Lots of article quizzes, most due on the same day ( you have about a month to take maybe 5-7 article quizzes) lots of reading for the tests between papers and book. Very honest, but really good teacher.

The best teacher I've had in awhile. The class goes in-depth at the truth behind our history. It was fascinating to get his perspective. If all teachers were like this the world would be a better place. Learn a different perspective and challenge yourself. I will take him again

Get ready to read A LOT. Not just the textbook, but also a lot of articles. The quizzes and tests are hard. However, he offers a lot of extra credit so your grade won't plummet.

I took this professor on-line and this was a very challenging class for me. Professor Gilmartin was very positive and caring. As soon as I emailed him he responded in a timely manner. He has great videos and power-points that are very fun to watch. He definitely motivated me to keep pushing through and not give up. Take him and do your part!!!!

This professor can be brash. Even condescending. He expects you to earn your grade. You wont coast through this one. If he thinks youre really trying, hell work with you. But, he has little patience when its obvious you didnt do the reading. His passion for History is obvious. Do the reading, participate and he can be your best professor.