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Nice guy. Class isn't too hard, maybe a little boring at times.
Really nice guy. Actually remembered my name - A YEAR after I took his class!
VERY nice guy!! Very fair with grading. He is smart. Enjoyed his class alot.
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Awesome class! He's very intelligent and has a passion for the subject matter that shows in the way he teaches the material. VERY easy grader as well, just show up and take notes and you will do fine.
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Makes boring subject matter interesting. Very nice guy. Class expectations very clear. If you go to class, you will do well.
best teacher ive had at bsc. take notes because what he says will be on the test. makes everything interesting. only class ive taken were i have never skipped. truly enjoyable , would highly recommend
BLUM IS THE MAN
I found the class to be quite boring. There is a lot of things to remember, and he mainly lectures while writing down a bunch of dates and names on the board.This style appeals to other people apparently but not to me.Testing is essay based with MC questions.Fairly easy at grading. Attendance counts
I love this class and look forward to it, he teaches well, really knows the material and seems to be enjoying himself, we all have to take this class and I'm glad i took it with him
Knows what he is talking about, lectures but looks for input. Will always add some funny little tidbit in that you know will not be on the test but makes class interesting. If you can take any class with him do it! He is an excellent professor. Note: No homework! Only tests!
What can I say about Dr.Blum that hasn't already been said? He is the man, that has been said; he conducts class in a very interesting way, that has been said as well. If you even romotely care about history, which, according to Dr.B himself, you should, then you will love his class. Everything on the tests he covers in class. The Best.
KNOWS his stuff. SHOULD BE LEADING THE DEPARTMENT. One of the best professors ever! Very interesting, relates history to real life events. I wish I could take more of him but he only teaches two different classes!!!! FAIR TESTS...DEFINITELY TAKE HIM! AWESOME!
only take his class if you are good at taking notes from lecture bc thats all he does
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this is the most boring class EVER.... i'm glad the semester id almost over cuz he makes me wanna sleep.... he does know all his stuff tho, that i cant deny
Blum is the best, barnone. His intelligence exceeds that of most scholars, he is rather funny, even handed with material, and even cracks fun of the textbook for being wrong at times. Read the text, take the notes, get an A. Best of all, enjoy, because Blum is simply the best. Oh yea, if you really want to get him going, ask a GOOD question.
VERY good professor. TAKE HIM and you will not regret it. ONLY boring if you have a small mind and can not comprehend basic-somewhat complex thought/idea. Super intelligent, most prepared Professor on campus.
he is a great professor who has exteme knowledge in european history. he tells jokes and is entertaining while educational. one the best history professors i've ever had.
Good guy! Knows his stuff, he has classes during bengal pause
I would say that the only reason people may think he's boring is because sometimes he's so smart, the things he says just go clear over our heads. For the most part, I was enthralled in his lectures. He was an amazing professor, one of the best I've had at this school.
one of the top best teachers at buffalo state college. super smart, and knows how to teach. classes are lecture format, but makes lectures awesome.
He is a great teacher! I really enjoy being in his class. He knows his stuff, has a great sense of humor and is clearly passionate about what he is teaching. I will be looking to attend his future classes. Going into the class-low interst. Now-really rather interested and feel as if I am really learning! That a plus!
Really good teacher. A lot of people fall asleep in the class but I like his stories and his tests are even easier- Not joking, he gives multiple choice tests with questions like... The Egyptians wrote in a) cuneiform b) english c) heiroglyphics. I mean if you cant get that right, you shouldnt be in college.
I found the class very interesting. Yes it is solely lecture but the side stories that he adds that you won't find in history books makes the class humorus and more interesting. He knows his history and is very good at keeping his personal opinion to himself and stateing the facts.
Great teacher. makes class interesting. has high energy all class long! tests are fair and pretty simple. mult choice and essays. fair grader and teacher. would take again
Very good professor. Goes into everything in detail, not boring, very enthusiastic about what he teaches. He really knows his stuff. Tests are not difficult if you study. Allowed 3 absences. Good class!
he is an awesome teacher! he makes history so real and is so interested in what he does. As long as you go to class and study for the tests you can get an A..i got a 100 on one of my tests hes the man i heared so much from this class that i wil always remember for my history concentration def best teacher i had
Would Recomend him to anyone! Kept class entertaining, good sence of humor. Teaches more than just the dates - gives insight into the thought, dress music and art of the time period. Had him for 115 and 116, his was by far my favorite class of the day
Best Professor on Campus!!!! The only reason someone wouldn't like his class is if they are small minded!!! HE IS AWESOME!! I wish he taught more classes!!
THIS IS A TRUE COMMENT SO LISTEN UP... YOU MOST GO TO EVERY CLASS OR YOUR WILL NOT PASS THE EXAMS.VERY FAIR GRADER AND YOU MUST BE A GREAT NOTE TAKER TO PASS.YOU DONT NEED TO BUY THE BOOK IF YOU DO YOUR WASTING YOUR MONEY JUST TAKE GOOD NOTES. AND COME TO CLASS AND P.S THIS CLASS WILL DIFFENTLY PUT YOU TO SLEEP! SO TRY HARD TO STAY UP.
I really enjoyed his class, never skipped a single one. Very interesting, tries to bring some fun into history, which I enjoyed. Very strict about attendance, and graded solely on attendance and test grades. I want to take another class with him in the future!
Puts historical info into a greater context, making it relevant to other studies/knowledge.
Blum is the best teacher I have had yet at Buff State. His knowledge and passion for history is unmatched and he makes you care about the material. He gives a lot of notes, and they are awesome, write down everything he says. This class is fairly hard though, 3 long essay exams that you may struggle to finish. Go TO CLASS!
The best teacher i have had at buff state. Very fair grader. Hes awesome very funny and has great stories about history! Never boring. And if you go to all the classes he bumps your fimal average up a letter grade!! Love him would deffinately reccomend him if your not good at history!
i'm not a history major and i thought this class was going to bore me to tears! but it didnt! Blum is a great teacher and very interesting to listen to. If you take good notes and listen in class you'll do great
By far the absolutely best professor on campus! He is so interesting to listent to, has THE best stories to tell, is funny & an overall nice guy. As long as you go to class, pay attn & take good notes the tests are cake. I have taken 3 courses from him & wish he taught more. I totally recommend him to everyone! He is the BEST!
I think Blum has to be the BEST at Buff State. I took 115 with him last semester, and I am registered for 117 with him for next semester. His material is great. He brings a lot of fun into the class with his stories. You can tell that he loves what he does. I really, truly suggest this guy.
Makes a potentially uninteresting class very tolerable. Wonderfully passionate and knowledgeable.
Professor Blum rocks! If you are a History/Social Studies Education major, you will LOVE every minute of his class. The man knows how to make history come alive. If you AREN'T a History major and only need to take a history elective, TAKE THIS GUY; he'll make it interesting for you. All you have to do is show up and take notes, and you'll do well.
Great, great teacher. I wish there were more on campus that are as passionate about their field as he is! If he taught every history class at BSC I would be a happy camper!
He is such a good teacher. He is very passionate about the subject. He understadns that most people are taking his class for a gen. ed. and doesn't expect you to remember exact dates. Tests are easy as long as you go to the class right before, he reviews alot.
I've now taken 115 and 117 with Blum, He's awesome. By far the best lecturer I've encountered at Buff State. If your not interested in it when you go in you will be when the semesters over. Take really good notes and avoid buying the books (haven't bought a book for his classes yet)
Best Professor on Campus!! I wish I could take more classes with him.You will not be disappointed..all you have to do is take good notes and pay attention.His tests are only multiple choice and 2 essays.I wish all the professors at Buff State were like him! I got an A!!This guy rocks he has a great sense of humor!
Very nice guy, lectures in a unique way. GO to class, & pay attention in class, otherwise you're screwed. Don't bother buying the book--Take good notes! Attendance is mandatory, and your grade will severely suffer if you don't go.
Great professor. Very interesting and extremely fair. Book was a waste of money. His lectures and good notes got me an A. Great lecturer.
the absolute best professor on campus - by far!!! blum is awesome! he is incredibly knowledgeble, tells the best stories & as long as you go to class & take good notes theres no reason you shouldn't get an A. don't buy the book though you'll never use it. definitely take him for any & all 100 lev euro classes - you won't regret it!
Great professor. He is always willing to work with his students if someone has a problem with the material. He definitely doesn't rely on the textbook as much as other professors, but I would recomend buying it anyway. It will mean the difference between a B or an A
Obnoxious professor he is. Unfair grader as well. Essays in a history class? What a joke. Avoid at all costs, especially if you have interest in the material, as he tends to oversimplify things to the point of falseness.
He is a great professor!!! Very funny, makes the class interesting and his tests a very easy..even though they are essays he basically tells you what they are on. I plan on taking more classes of his!
I agree that he is good teacher. But I do have 1 problem; the class was about "Hitler's Teachers" and he made it seem that Nazism follows from Evolution. It was obvious he zero knowledge on biology. It also became increasingly obvious that he was a theologian as class continued. He should keep his personal religious beliefs out of the classroom.
great professor. dont buy the book. hes great. his notes arent that great so you better be good at taking notes. tests are easy although you do have to write an essay...he tells you what the essay question is and does a thorough review the day before the test. if i liked history i would definitely take more classes with him. i actually learned!!!
Best Professor by far! He makes it funy and personable. He makes the material easy to learn and is very helpful. I am taking my second class with him and it is my favorite class. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!
Funny, most energetic teacher I have ever had, makes you enjoy learning the topic. Great person you will enjoy his class and most will breeze through tests because of his clarity in his work. RECOMMENDED to everyone
Blum took a class that I had previously assumed would be useless and made it not only my favorite, but probably the most useful class I've taken in college. Attendance is mandatory, but you won't want to miss class. Print out the readings, look up words you don't know, show up, and be prepared! You'll want to contribute.
although i didn't do as good as i expected in the class, i think that he is a great and enthusiastic professor. study the lecture notes very well.
Finally, an instructor who doesn't play the 'please like me' game. He's bold enough to have standards..hate how students complain when something is required of them. Love to see 'rate-your-student' go public.We're producing an apathetic next generation. Thanks prof for standing in integrity
Prof. Blum has fantastic stories that brighten up the lesson. Yeah, there will always be times in history where it's not as interesting but you still have to study to do well. Most of it, though, he's really entertaining... Except that he looks at the ceiling whilst speaking almost the entire time, so he misses it when you raise your hand.
Blum is a riot. Took him for a summer class. He is so enthusiastic about his topic and is very funny. Does talk to the ceiling but I would definitely reccommend him. Very nice guy, will help you whenever you need it.
Tries to make history as fun as possible. Enthusiastic about his job and tests are easy and basically tells you what will be on the test. very helpful
Great teacher he makes references that related to youth and just makes things interesting. the test are essay format but if you feel your not doing that well, he is a great help and remember that you went to him for help when grading the next test! I would recomond highly
Awesome teacher. Very entertaining stories and anecdotes. He does talk to the ceiling, yes, which makes it hard for him to see when hands are raised, but that's my only complaint. He's very, very amusing and has a great way of teaching wherein his passion saturates every class you attend. I wish he taught more classes here. I'd take every one.
I took his class during summer. He kept it interesting (expecially cause I hate history) easy to remember his stories. He does talk really fast to write down every little thing, but he does do bullet point notes. You will have to do essays for each exam (3) and you need to be detailed with each one to recieve most of the points. good, but hard.
Awesome teacher.
He's the best teacher! He MAKES things easy for you to remember by giving cool, sometimes naughty, supplementary information. Take good notes and come to class and you'll get an A. The tests are 20 mulitple choice, 1 short essay, and 1 long essay, a day of review before each. So long as you've got your chronology and IMPORTANT dates right it's ok.
awesome professor! he is really fun. keeps the class interested and entertained while teaching. just be prepared for class participation
I'll be honest, I took this class 3 semesters in a row until I passed with a "C". If you have a busy work schedule, this class will kick your ass! However; it's been the most mind blossoming class I've taken. Attendance is mandatory, so it the book.
i had 0 interest in euro history at the start of the semester but Blums enthusiasm and fantastic stories made it worth going to class. take good notes and don't skimp on the essays
The class was very interesting, BUT be very wary when taking this class. It was during Bengal Pause and attendance was MANDATORY. I missed 3 classes for events for my major and career, He lowered my grade just due to attendance. I did well on tests. Be in class, or have an excuse that he is willing to accept. Never used the textbook, just listen
Got good grades, did all papers and passed ll tests. Gave me a D because i missed 3 classes.
This teacher is beyond amazing! by far the most interesting class to have! I look forwards to going to this class on tues and thrus. He teaches to you think in ways that you would never even think of. I would 100% reccomend to take this class
By far the most interesting teacher I've had at buffalo state! Sort of reminds me of Glenn Beck (in a good way)
amazing teacher i learned so much in his class and he is really helpful. only one book is needed for his class and its small, he really teaches you how to think critically in a fun way. best bsc teacher!
My favorite freaking teacher of all time period!
BEST TEACHER EVERRRR! my fav one here by far. he teaches you to think critically and its just amazing what your mnd can do. There are papers you do but its not realy essay form its bullet. Very easy and deff worth taking a class with Blum!.
best teacher and easy class
This is the greatest teacher you will ever have. First of all, he is hilarious, and his lectures make you feel like your actually in the context of what he is talking about because he is so enthusiastic in all of his classes; if you have the choice choose him!
Great teacher! Keeps the class engaged and awake. He calls on you if your not paying attention but it keeps you from dozing and day dreaming. He has a lot of energy and if you do the homework and papers you can get a B if not better. The papers are long but easy because it's your choice if you want to do bullet form.
blum is awesome. if you don't have him, bsc is probably a terrible class to take. he makes it fun and hysterical. no matter how tired you are you will want to come to his class. you read a few chapters out of the book in the beginning and there are only a three papers, two tests, and few pop quizzes. do your reading. blum is highly recommended.
Great guy. Take good notes and you will do fine. He's hilarious and makes class interesting. Needless to say I got an A. If you take good notes don't bother buying texbook.
Great teacher. I not that interested in history, but he kept my interest. I would recommend taking a class with him. One of the best teachers Iv had at Buffalo State so far.
He is by far THE best teacher I have ever had in college. He keeps you interested and you learn so much in his class and you dont even know that you are learning. You do have to do a decent amount of work, but if you pay attention in class the work is very easy. He is extremel funny and will keep you interested all class!!
This professor is the best professor I have had since I started college. He is helpful, interesting and actually cares about his students. He presents the material like a story which keeps you interested. Didn't read the book at all just show up and you'll be fine.
Blum is a great teacher. His classes are wonderfully interesting and you can tell he really enjoys what he's talking about. I only wish he taught more classes. Tests are easy if you go to class and review the notes before going in. Never looked at the book. Great guy, great classes, that's all there is to it.
Amazing professor! You don't need the book if you take notes. He's really understanding if you miss class or do poorly on a test. Go to his office hours he's hilarious when he's explaining things to you one-on-one. He makes the class interesting. Easy grade!
By far one of the interesting/funny professors ive ever had. He wants you oattend evry class, but he is fair with grading, and is willing to with you if you approach him. I had no clue that i would learn as much as i did in his class. h yeah be prepared b/c he's always cracking joks.. especially about the french,lol. Blum the man in my book!!!
Amazing professor and class. He keeps things very interesting and fun and is a hell of a teacher. No HW just 4 exams and attendance. Very very enjoyable class
Mr.blum has a personality he does not just lecture the class. he clarifies any questions you have and he will always work with you as long as you show your intrest on succeeding.
He is such a great professor, he is very knowledgeable in the field of history and he pushes students like myself to commit to studying, notes in class, review before class etc... I learned so much about the college environment and also a little bit about myself. I recommend him to anyone! Great Experience
Took this class my Freshman year, and one of the best decisions I made. Professor is kind, and whats awesome is he will answer any question. Very knowledgable and truly cares in students success as long as you are showing effort. He is hilarious, and I would look forward to every class period. Definitely my favorite teacher I've had so far!
BEST TEACHER IN BUFFALO STATE COLLEGE #FACTS!!!!!!!
He is such a good professor. I took him during the summer time and he was a wonderful experience. He is very funny and he makes history very interesting! I would defiantly recommend his class to any and everyone!!!!
gives clarity will explain as many times as one need. 4 exams which include 10mc, one long essay, and two short essays. Mandatory attendance great professor and funny lectures.
Mr. Blum Is probably the best professor I've had. His teaching style is unique and a lot of times it doesn't even feel like class. He's funny and teaches History in a way that really gets you thinking critically. His test are mostly essay format with 10 multiple choice questions. Take notes on everything he says, and you'll get an A.
Great person and very easy to talk to. I talk to him about issues I have in my life, not just about school work. He is a great teacher, you come out of class learning something. Keeps class fun and interesting. Would take his class again and I am taking his class next semester. He listens, gives great advice and feedback. Take his class!
The professor base his grade on four exams. If you missed an exam he will give you the oportunity to make it up, although it wont be easy to get a passing grade on it. Professor makes the class interresting although he goes back and forth with topics which makes it hard to get the concept. Over all vey good and understanding.
Great professor! As long as you go to class and do the readings you will pass with a perfect A.
By far the best professor I came across throughout my college career. Wish I can duplicate him! You just don't find a lot of professors that are experts in there field and even better at teaching what they know ! He is the Kanye West of professors. The Lebron James of professors. Give credit where its due, why is his average a D ! More like A+
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A student like me is probably this teachers worst nightmare (or greatest challenge). Hes my adviser as well. He really cares about his students more than any professor Ive seen. Hes good at arguing which makes class fun. Theres not much homework, but if you dont do it, you're done for (like me). The class itself I disliked, it didnt really help me.
LOVE THIS TEACHER. I'm the typical student , I hate lectures. But with Blum , his voice is very loud so you have to pay attention. He goes through the material at our own pace. And he prepares you for every exam . I hate essays , but his exams are mostly all essays. I ended up with an 88 on the first exam . You definitely will be entertained!
He is very funny and interesting to listen to. However I do not care for his style of exams. There are 10 or so multiple choice questions and then the rest are essay questions. If you want an A you have to pump out like a 6 page essay from your memory in the course of an hour it is kind of crazy. It would be easy to get a low grade in his class
Prof Blum is a great teacher. He truly wants his students to be interested in his class, and he offers help whenever he can. The tests are essay form. He talks about each topic while the students listen and you must take notes quickly because he talks fast, but he won't hesitate to go over info again in case you didn't hear it or understand it.
Best history class I have ever taken
Kind and passionate, easy class, if you go and do the homework you'll get an A
Blum is hands down the best professor at Buffalo State. I absolutely LOATHE history and cannot understand it. He made it into a story from day one and took our class on a journey. After this class, I know more about history and how it ties into today's culture more than some information from my major classes!
Im only halfway through my semester with Blum, but his class is one of the best ones im taking this semester. Great speaker for lectures, keeps you focused and the information his is relaying to the students is actually informative and interesting. His tests are 10 mult. choice and 2 essays but if you actually pay attention the tests are easy.
Blum is a great professor. He makes me enjoy learning about history. He also has a sense of humor. Attendance is mandatory but I didn't mind because it was always so interesting. I would recommend him to students looking for a great history professor.
I have always been terrible at history and never understood it. His lectures are straight forward and he makes the class fun. He gave 3 exams that all had 1o multiple choice and 2 essays. He spent the class before an exam to review the material and gives you the EXACT essay questions and answers to all the multiple choice. Amazing professor!!!
I learned more about History in one class with Blum than I did all through out high school. No joke, this man is amazing. He somehow is able to teach history in a way that makes sense and I'm not sure how he does it but if you have a history class you need to take and his class had open seats, take it. Best professor at Buff State hands down.
Professor Blum is so great at what he does. He makes history fun and interesting. He is always making fun jokes. He is always willing to answer questions! He makes the class clear, you always know what he expects. If you come to class you will do well, especially on tests. Don't really need the book at all (don't bother). No homework just 4 tests.
Professor Blum is obviously an intellectual professor but his teaching style for online courses (or lack of it) was disturbing. He asks one line questions and doesn't provide any feedback after you answer him so the student is not sure if they were following his train of thought.
Probably the only teacher, in fact, person that can fit over 20 centuries of history into weeks and in such a matter of which majority of the class (if not always everyone) gets a passing grade over 85!!! Amazing dude
He is an amazing professor, i took his class freshman year and am now graduating. He is still the best teacher i've had here. Just an amazing story teller that makes you interested in what hes teaching. Test are mostly essay based but its a good thing get full credit for just knowing the basics of the topic. Take a class with him.
really good guy
Awesome lectures. Great professor! I'm going to take a class with him again next semester.
Fantastic teacher who truly wishes the best for his students. He's really blunt and is not afraid to poke fun at anyone, so if your sensitive his style might not be for you. However, don't mistake him for rude, very perceptive and enjoys solving peoples college woes. Would and hopefully will take again.
he's a good professor to take .im not a very big fan of history ,but he discusses history interestingly
Makes history come to life. Great teacher that wants to see you succeed. Lecture heavy but they are very interesting. Highly recommend
Mr. Blum is by far the best professor I have ever had. He is funny and engaging. He is well prepared for class and knows how to spark in class conversation to get all students involved. He helps students step out of their comfort zone. He does not require much work and will get you a passing grade as long as you attend class.
Blum is honestly the best professor. He cares about you and makes every class interesting. He honestly loves what he teaches. Attendance is MANDATORY and if you're late it counts as an absence. Chapter quizzes and midterm/final super easy. All-in-all super easy and fun class. Recommend to all freshman to get yourself together for college.
Only graded on tests. Multiple choice and short answer. If you dont buy the book, you can still pass if you take good notes on his lectures. Hes extremely funny and moves around. Keeps you in tune. I loved this class so much I considered changing my major to history. Wish I can have him for other classes. 10/10.
Professor Blum really made me enjoy History which is difficult to do as I am not naturally interested. I loved his class and the way he taught and organized the lectures! I recommend him highly and he is a very fair grader!
He is amazing, very fare on grades as long as you participate and show that you are trying
Professor Blum is the BEST professor at Buff State hands down. He makes history easy to understand and makes it interesting, making you want to learn more. He made me consider changing my major to history just from this one class. If I could take all my classes with him I totally would. Super funny and super easy to talk to! Highly reccommend
I absolutely LOVE him so much!!! seriously the best professor ever. I had him freshmen year first semester in his mastering the academic class, and I took him again for his history classes. going to be taking another one of his classes. never had homework, just come to the lectures because he goes over a lot of material. if you can take him do it!!
Very funny, made class interesting. Took him in 2016, I wish I could take him again.
I was in a small class with other first year history majors. Lectures/class is mandatory!!! Attendance is taken and if you miss class you miss so much content. But you wont want to miss his class because this man is hilarious. Im excited to take another class with him. Hes great! Also remember to take online quizzes. I forgot and got a C+
Great teacher, I highly recommend him, he has a very good approach to teaching and seems very natural in his position as a teacher. Seems to genuinely care about the welfare and grades of each individual student and helps everyone become the best they can be, academically and personally.
Naturally amazing guy and great professer and always helps you if you need it. Super amazing teacher! Definitely going to take him again if I have the chance.
This professor is hands down the best professor at Buffalo State College. He is hilarious and genuinely cares about each student. When I took his classes it struck me how honest, how caring, and how genuine he is in his own skin. I highly recommend Dr. Blum to all students.
This man is a legend he is an amazing teacher he is a diamond in the ruff you are lucky if you even get to talk to this guy but if you are in his class you have been blessed
Loved the class. It is a class/professor that you will never forget.
Dr. Blum is one of the most amazing professor and I had the pleasure to learn with him during the EOP summer academy.
He's a good lecturer but what was disappointing to me was the attendance grading. One single unexcused absence will make the highest possible grade you can get a B. Being a commuter, I couldn't attend class due to weather one day and it counted against me.
best professor i have ever had, literally loved his classes. i had the opportunity to take 2 of his classes and i dare to say it was the best decision i have ever made regarding my education! highly recommend, esp considering the fact that he was just as well a online class professor during quarantine as he is irl. 1000000000/10!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Dr. Blum was the best History Teacher I've had. He focuses on the why behind history more than the what and that was really interesting to learn. Also hilarious. Be warned, Tests are pretty hard and he forces you to buy specific test-taking packets for writing test answers or he won't even look at your answers, real weird sour spot :/
BEST PROFESSOR EVER!!!! if he taught all of my classes I would have a 4.0 lol. take him you will not regret it. He is hilarious and love his students. I love him so much this is my third class ive taken with him.
I took a course with Professor Blum, and would absolutely take another. An exceptional teacher with clear expertise and passion for what he does. I didn't need to study because he made the lectures so exciting and interesting, and for the first time in my life I was genuinely interested in World History. Outstanding Professor.
Professor Blum is the type of prof that gives tough love, he cares but will 100% call you out on your nonsense. His grading is fair and he is engaging. Lectures are amazing and easy to understand.
Such a great professor, easy to understand, & very good at lecturing. With him, learning history is fun & easy to memorize. There are 4 exams & you have to write essays but it's very easy. Basically, in the review, he gives you what kind of question he will put during the exam so it's easy as that. 100% recommended!!!! BEST PROFESSOR!!!!!
Blum was probably my favorite professor all year. He made history fun to learn, even though his jokes were kind of appalling sometimes (very sexual), ...lol. theres four exams with long essays (he gives u the questions during review) and a quiz before each exam. thats about it. dont miss his class tho or it will go downhill from there.
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Hands down the best professor I've had! His tests are all essays and a lot of memorization. However, he makes the information interesting and fun to learn. Attendance is mandatory but this is a class you want to go to!
Dr. Blum is hands-down the best educator I've ever seen. He is extremely engaging, tries to know you on a personal level, and simplifies material so you remember exactly what you need to. He is unbelievably funny, and tells amazing stories. I have had him for UNC 100, HIS 116, and HIS 117, and would take every single one of his courses if I could.
Blum places a high importance on the engagement of his students. His attendance policies are strict. He readily welcomes and encourages open disagreement and debate. His humorously excited method of teaching is far more engaging and helps me to learn the material far better than any other teacher I have had.
Mr. Blum is honestly a very interesting professor. He may seem very intimidating but during class he's usually pretty raunchy and funny. IF YOU ARE SOCIALLY ANXIOUS BEWARE. He will MAKE SURE you participate and will call you out. Attendance is the most mandatory aspect of this class. Just show up, participate and don't miss quizzes you'll be fine.
Dr. Blum makes history engaging with his humor and personal approach. Lectures are informative, but tests can be challenging. Definitely attend class and use unstuck study for study prep.
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