4.6

Dave Berger

Sociology - Inver Hills Community College

4.6
Quality
3.0
Difficulty
83%
Would Retake
182
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4.6
Quality
3.0
Difficulty
4.6
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4.6
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83%

Would Retake

182

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What Students Say

I had a pretty negative experience with Dave

SOC1100 - 1.0 rating

Berger was a great teacher to help ease me into college, Sociology was one of those classes that I actually wanted to go because it was a fun class and I highly recommend having him as a teacher

SOC1100 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

64%

Textbook Required

100%

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A-: 2
Drop/Withdrawal: 2
Not_Sure_Yet: 1
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Reviews (182)
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SOCIOLOGY
May 13, 2003

No Comments

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SOC1100
Dec 29, 2003

This is a really great class with a really great teacher. Be careful though as it is high maintence. I got a A, but ended up with 2 C's in my other classes. I liked this one the most because the teacher is so great. The class teaches very useful things.

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SOC
Apr 19, 2004

Incredible teacher....he does get rather emotional about subjects such as war and the environment. (he did run for auditor under the green party) He is a lot of fun and a rather easy prof if you are willing to learn

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SOC
Jun 9, 2004

Dave Berger rocks!

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SOCIOLOGY
Oct 29, 2004

Best teacher you may ever have. Highly recommend taking his classes. You learn a great deal and you will never forget it.

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SOCIOLOGY
Dec 1, 2004

This guy is awesome. He is really passionate about his class and material and is hilarious. If you are relatively interested and participate in class, it is easy to get an A. Warning to conservatives- this prof might not be the one for you. Everyone else-take it though- he's an awesome teacher.

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SOC1191
Dec 17, 2004

gives weekly asignments but is a really fun professor. Learned a lot in his class.

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CRMNLJUSTICE
Dec 31, 2004

Everything that I wanted to say about Dave has already been said. If anyone at Inver Hills has a chance to take Berger DO IT! Otherwise you will be missing out on one of the best professors ever. He is passionate about what he teaches and honest about life. DAVE IS THE BEST!

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INTROTOSOC
Dec 31, 2004

Dave is awesome. He's a fast talker and covers a lot of material. If you don't do the papers and random assignments you won't pass.

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INTROTOSOC
Jan 5, 2005

Dave is the best teacher at Inver Hills. The only reason I continued to finish my Associates there. Anything he teaches is interesting & he is very knowledgable about what he says. He doesn't just read from a book he teaches from experience and the truth. If I could I would take moreof his classes.

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SOCIOLOGY
Jan 5, 2005

Dave is the best teacher at Inver Hills!!!!

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SOC1100
Feb 10, 2005

Great professor. You have to make a commitment to focus on doing the reading and work to succeed. Not laid back. Don't want to read? It is not for you. There are 4 books for semester. Even with the amount of work, highly recommended but would consider that info when signing up for other classes.

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SOC
Feb 10, 2005

He's fun and wants to lisson to you. But it is a interactive class, so if your shy, pass on by!

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INTROSOC1100
May 19, 2005

Speaking as a Social Exchange Theorist; Mr. Berger does what ever benefits himself. He grades papers when ever he feels like it. He cut class twice because he had to rehearse for a school play that he got involved in. He does ALL the talking in class, leaving little room for anyone else to get a word in edgewise. I learned a lot in his class!

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2SOCCLASSES
Jul 11, 2005

I transferred from Inver over 3 years ago to SJU and Dave was the best prof. I had through my entire college career. Great information and discussion. He often teaches with his political views evident which can rub people the wrong way. But if you agree with him or can pay attention to the information given with an open mind you'll enjoy him.

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HOTTIE
Sep 5, 2005

I love DAVE! He was so innovating and captivating! He's a great teacher!

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SOC
Sep 13, 2005

Dave rocks, he's such an awesome teacher... honestly everyone should take his Intro to Soc. class!!

4.0
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SOC1100
Grade: Not_Sure_Yet
Sep 23, 2005

The best teacher I've had my whole life.

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SOCIOLOGY
Oct 1, 2005

Very good guy, I learned alot, and I think Dave taught me more about the world that I probably never would have known before, if it weren't for taking his classes.

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SOCIALOGY
Oct 27, 2005

dave rocks!!!!!!!

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2SOCCLASSES
Oct 28, 2005

Dave is a great professor. I never thought I would actually enjoy going to class until I took criminal justice with him. If you have the chance to take a class with him,do it! I highly recommend taking any available course with him.

5.0
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SOCIOLOGY
Oct 29, 2005

Hes awesome!!!

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INTROTOSOC
Grade: A
Nov 4, 2005

awesome teacher, awesome way of teaching. it was my most intersting class i've ever taken just because of his teaching style. make sure to do homework because its not an easy class--it is a class that actually makes you feel like you've achieved something.

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SOCIOLOGY1100
Nov 13, 2005

I couldn't wait to go to his class actually! I took it over the summer, fun fun fun. He is extremely smart and full of knowledge. Our final was on the movie Supersize Me! Very down to earth, swore in class, really a fun guy :)

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SOC
Nov 14, 2005

One of the best teachers you can have.

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INTROTOSOC
Nov 30, 2005

I wish Dave would branch out into other areas. I would enjoy taking any course from him. There are some instructors you will miss as you go on and he is one that is like that. There is a lot of reading. You work for your grade in this class and should plan the rest of your schedule with that in mind. The up side is that you will learn so much!

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INTROTOSOC
Dec 1, 2005

Very good teacher, and makes the class interesting

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INTROTOSOC
Jan 11, 2006

I loved Dave... took this class a year ago and still every day I think to examples he gave, stories he told, articles he made us read, never have had a better teacher in my life and has been the first person thats stimulated my mode of thinking and really altered it. You do have to read but hw in this class was fun, not work.

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INTROTOSOC
Jan 20, 2006

Dave's class was my favorite. He's such a smart, funny guy and he really made the class enjoyable. We need many more teachers like him

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SOCIOLOGY
Apr 25, 2006

BEST TEACHER EVER!!! TAKE HIM!

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INTROTOSOC
Jul 5, 2006

He is the best teacher ever. He is very clear when he is teaching and very open for discussion.

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SOCI100
Oct 18, 2006

I had Dave Three years ago and I still can't say enough great things about him. He is the most amazing teacher I have ever had! Even if his classes are not apprt of your major...TAKE ONE!!!

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SOC1100
Apr 16, 2007

Dave is a fun teacher. I go to class knowing im going to actually learn something. Dave keeps your attention! He is great to listen to, his jokes are great, and personality is A+! HOWEVER, do know you will have to READ, be sure to read just to follow class. I got 2 weeks left in his class. And wish there were more weeks left!

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SOC1100
Oct 3, 2007

Dave is a great teacher. He makes you understand things without writing notes. He is always there to help you, and cares about cultures and religions of others. He cracks me up with his jokes and actions he gives. Lets just say he is off the hook. Take him even you don't even need that class, you won't be dissapointed.

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SOCIO1100
Dec 1, 2007

Dave is a very good guy, but he brings politics into what he's saying way too often. He loves to rip on Republicans, and really seems to have a strong dislike towards people with Conservative views. I didn't enjoy his class, and I didn't appreciate constantly hearing his political views. Perhaps he should teach political Science instead?

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SOCINTR
Dec 17, 2007

Keeps the class exciting and interesting. I enjoyed going to class every time.

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SOC1101
Apr 9, 2008

The best professor ever, would take his class again just for fun,....really motivating and helps you to understand the material well, but he definately has his own style and if you do not like it he is not going to change for you so you need to have an open mind going into the class........

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SOC11OO
May 29, 2008

He is probably the best teacher I've had at Inver. I totally got into his teaching style. His teaching style is different though, but he involves the entire class so it's fun and never boring. I would definately take more of his classes.

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SOC1100
Oct 10, 2008

The BEST teacher I've ever had. Take this class!

4.0
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SOC1100
Dec 6, 2008

This class is very interesting because you really don't know what is going to happen during each class.

5.0
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SOC1100
Dec 6, 2008

The Best Teacher I've Ever HAD!! He makes everything interesting and his teaching style is perfect for me. I would recommend this class to everyone, and I actually do to all of my friends.

4.0
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LCOM0001
Dec 7, 2008

This class was a lot of fun. I really enjoyed it. Unfortunately we didn't get to learn about all the religions he wanted to study. So, Night Flying Woman was pointless to get, since we never read it, or really studied the culture. I also wanted to have more speakers in the class, but that didn't work out either. Overall, this class was really fun!

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SOC1100
Dec 7, 2008

I enjoyed this class very much and appreciated the style of teaching. I also appreciated the amount of work and that answers required research and thought. I recommend this class and this professor to many. I cannot think of a significant negative comment regarding to the class.

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SOC1100
Dec 7, 2008

Dave was pretty cool. Sometimes he had an unfortunate way of going off topic into bizarre rants, but usually he was pretty interesting. I learned a lot and he tests and grades fairly.

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SOC1100
Dec 8, 2008

Dave was a great teacher.He was fun and kind of out there but he still kept to a schedule and we still learned a lot.Because of this class I love Sociology now, I think it's fascinating and I chose a career kind of based on this class. I have already recomended this class to a lot of people.Dave Berger is one of the best teachers I have ever had.

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SOC1100
Dec 8, 2008

Good interesting teacher. Makes the in class discussions fun and interesting.

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SOC1100
Dec 8, 2008

He does a fantastic job showing the injustices and prejudices in many cultures around, including our own! Showing these actions I really think is important for students to learn. I enjoyed his class very much, and hope to take more sources of his.

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SOC1111
Dec 8, 2008

My favorite part of Dave's class is that I learn something new and interesting everytime we have class.The stuff we learn is useful everyday knowledge that alot of people don't know. I feel like this class opened my eyes. My least favorite part was the readings in the Macionis tex, they were too long. I liked the Henslin book alot!

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SOC1100
Dec 8, 2008

The best thing about this course was the great discussion and the variety of topics discussed in regards to sociology. Instructor was very passionate about the subject! The reading were appropriate, i would get rid of the Censored 2008 book though. Worst thing about the class was that it was hard to take good notes on messy board

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SOC1100
Dec 8, 2008

Good teacher, although it takes a while to get assignments back

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SOC1100
Dec 8, 2008

Great teacher, explains things well, give great examples from the "real world". Helps to break down what is accepted w/o question by society. Can get off -track in class. Stays on the syllabus...mostly. Class is enjoyable, is helpful to freshman students. Articles were good, reading like that is good to force students to be responsible.

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SOC1150
Dec 9, 2008

Overall i enjoyed this class. Dave is pretty funny, and the class is always interesting. Bad hand writting on board though.

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SOC2140
Dec 9, 2008

Maybe it was because it was a LCOM Class Sociology of Religion but the maturity level of my classmates actually kept me from attending half a class one day...I finally lost it. Berger gets credit for being patient. He was also concerned about the health condition of my mom, which was nice. Double scheduling site visits, awesome. Good job.

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SOC1100
Dec 9, 2008

At times I thought this class was too short. It did not seem like an hour and 40 minute class. The teacher made it interesting and fun to attend class. I enjoyed the Freedom Writers Diary selection the best. It is an amazing book! I had a hard time with the very first article we read. It reads like stereo instructions.

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SOC1100
Dec 10, 2008

Dave makes this class fun to be in and made sociology easy to learn for me. I would recommend him for a teacher to anyone.

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SOC2140
Dec 10, 2008

Daves class can be difficult if you dont do the assignments, but you learn alot from him.

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SOC1100
Dec 10, 2008

I really liked some of the readings from the Henslin book, but I also did not like Articles #3 or #1. Freedom Writers was a fun book to read, as well as the Censored 2008. This was a very interesting class, but in a great way.

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SOC1100
Dec 10, 2008

Dave is extremely knowledgeable in this field. He is very opinionated which makes the class more enjoyable and he obviously has a passion for it.

4.0
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SOC1100
Dec 10, 2008

Dave is a good teacher. I learned a lot in his class.

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SOC1100
Dec 11, 2008

The best part of the course was the activities the professor had us do to go along with the lessons. The worst part of the course was all the readings that had to be done.

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SOC1100
Dec 11, 2008

My favorite thing about the class was that we learned material that we will use in life and the teacher kept you wanting to learn more with how outgoing he was. My least favorite thing was to much reading outside class.

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SOC2140
Dec 11, 2008

wellversed teacher, cares about students, what he teaches and how he teaches very helpful not in school only but everyday life.

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SOC1100
Dec 12, 2008

Dave is one of the greatest professors i have ever met and his class is extremely one of the best i have learn so much i just cant believe i wont be having his class any other time since the course is over.but, i highly recommand anyone who is takin a sociology class at IHCC to take his class.

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SOC1100
Dec 13, 2008

I really enjoyed coming to class. The material we covered was interesting and I feel like I will actually remember it. This was the only class that I felt energized after leaving; like I could put the information to use. My only negative comment....I felt like there was too much reading material.

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SOC1101
Dec 18, 2008

I thought this class was somewhat useful, his teaching styles were different than what I usually liked because of his attitude and outlook on Religion and Politics. He used his own views to be "the right ones" which I didn't agree with. He was very unprofessional but at the same time, was entertaining. I would no take another class from him.

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SOC1100
Dec 21, 2008

I really enjoyed Dave's class. It kept me excited and was a class I definitely looked forward to, so much that the class went by fast in two hours. He's not going to take high school attitudes, it is a COLLEGE class!! Makes sense... does'nt it? Yep, pretty sure it does, were not in 10th grade anymore. I would definitely reccomend Dave. :)

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SOC1100
Dec 27, 2008

This class was very fun! Dave made it interesting to come to class. You never knew what to expect; he even showed up as tigger one day. He makes what he teaches in class very applicable to life. The only downside to the class was the amount of reading material needed for the tests.

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SOC1100
Feb 2, 2009

the class was fun, something new everytime, he kept me interested and wanting to go to class.

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SOC1100
Feb 5, 2009

Dave is an amazing professor! More should be like him!

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SOCI1562
Apr 29, 2009

Words can't describe him. Most amazing professor in my life he opened my eyes to many things.

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SOC1100
May 6, 2009

i think this class is very helpful to me because the teacher is very clear and i can understand what he is saying. he makes us put in group and decise about what we talked in class and it makes sicne to me.

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SOC1100
May 6, 2009

Articles Best: I liked the one was about eating your best friend. Worst: Can't really remember. The best thing about this class is how well the teacher/student interaction was. I don't think there was really anything bad about this class.

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SOC1100
May 6, 2009

best articles:

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SOC1100
May 6, 2009

David Berger was an amazing teacher. Best article was one about crack dealers - worst was about rape

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SOC1100
May 6, 2009

Fun class. interesting and insightful. really got me to open my eyes

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SOC1100
May 6, 2009

Favorite article was the one about the crack dealer. There really was not a worse one because i liked them all. My favorite part of the class was the lecture cause he always made it fun. The worst part was the reading.

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SOC1100
May 6, 2009

Hitler asked you to electricute someone would you article was fabolous! The best part were the lectures presented in class. Outstanding professor.

4.0
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SOC1100
May 6, 2009

Best part-discussions Worst- Reading

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SOC1100
May 6, 2009

david is crazy :)

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SOC1100
May 6, 2009

Everything in this class was very good, except that we did not finish all the topics that we suppost to cover. the books were very useful. And I always have the facility to talk with my teacher, I really enjoy this class.

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SOC1108
May 6, 2009

This was honestly one of the best classes I have ever taken. Dave was a great teacher, extremely entertaining - and you can tell that he honestly cares about his students. I will always remember this class and the great discussions we all shared...

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SOC2103
May 7, 2009

good class to take and is very interesting every class, gives teaching a better name because he connects well with all the students instead of the some old school teachers that just sit and go through a lesson plan every single day

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SOC1126
May 7, 2009

Very enjoyable class. Highly recommended.

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SOC1124
May 9, 2009

I had a lot of fun in this class, one of the only classes I actually enjoyed attending. dave always had a lot of energy and makes the class interesting and interactive. and I WILL be taking one of his courses again when I get the chance.

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SOCI1100
May 12, 2009

Awesome teacher, Awesome class. I love it.

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SOC1101
May 15, 2009

The teacher is the best, he was handsome.

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SOC1100
Jul 13, 2009

take it nice and fun teacher but you gotta read more the whole book. take it and work hard you will have fun class

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SOC1100
Nov 4, 2009

Very fun class. Never wanted to miss it.

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SOC1100
Dec 15, 2009

Kept class entertaining and made me incredibly interested in the course even though I previously had no interest in the course.

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SOC1108
Dec 15, 2009

Great teacher!!! Great sense of humor which made the class a pleasure to be in. Interactive classroom, light mood, friendly, approachable, positive, helpful and very knowledgeable, not just in his area but generally all areas. A great teaching style that really works and keeps you interested!

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SOC1100
Dec 15, 2009

Awesome professor!

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SOC1100
Dec 15, 2009

Great teacher; One of the best I've ever had! Dave Berger opens students eyes to real problems in society and encourages all to get involved. I never took any real interest in serious issues like war, politics, and racism prior to this class; however I feel much more compelled to do the right thing, get involved and voice my opinion.

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SOC1100
Dec 21, 2009

Probably one of the most memorable and best professors I have ever had the pleasure of meeting. Yes, his class requires an intense amount of reading, but it is well worth it. He engages the class instead of lecturing which is a major plus, while having fun at the same time. Strongly encourage taking one of Dave Berger's classes!!!

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SOC1101
Feb 1, 2010

He's a great instructor, had him for 2 Soc classes and now I REALLY LOVE Sociology, changed my major.

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SOCI1101
Mar 25, 2010

Oh yeah!!!!!!!!!!!!! Great teacher ever in my life. Sterotypes, and jokes everyday!!!!!!!! LOL

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SOC1100
May 6, 2010

Great instructor, really opens your eyes to different issues and keeps your interest. You do have to work hard in his class but it is definitely worth it. Take his class if you need a Soc. class.

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SOC1100
May 17, 2010

The best teacher I could ever ask for! I wish there were more teachers like him! He made learning INTERESTING and AMAZING! I can't wait to take more classes with him. You would be a fool not to take a class of his

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SOC1100
Jul 29, 2010

I had failed this class before with a different professor. My expectations were low untill the first day. What a amazing teacher!! He made the material understandable and fun to learn about. Entertaining everyday, but not a sluff class either! THANK YOU... Mr. Berger!!!!!

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SOC1100
Jul 29, 2010

I dreaded taking sociology for years from bad advice from a friend in undergrad. This class was required for a program I was just accepted to and I couldn't be happier that I took it with Dave Berger. The three hour class zipped by and I can honestly say I learned. I already have a four year degree and this class was in my top two ever taken.

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SOC1100
Jul 30, 2010

The Henslin book was awesome...although the final article we had to do was albiet sort of dry and unintersting...however, I actually really liked the class...especiall Tigger day

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SOC1100
Aug 1, 2010

I really enjoyed reading the Henslin Articles- very interesting. Mr. Berger is a very energetic, humorous and passionate teacher. He is going to be a tough act to follow when I start my fall classes. I WILL take more of his classes

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SOC01
Aug 2, 2010

He is the best teacher I ever had. I can recall so much recall so much b/c of his teaching. He is the teacher you need if you like interaction, doing visual learning, and listening. He makes learning fun, interesting, and amazing. he opens your eyes to see the world outside your zone. u apply every skill in class into everyday assignments,

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SOC1100
Aug 11, 2010

Fabulous Instructor! I wasn't looking forward to taking the class but I ended up loving it. Dave makes learning interesting, fun, and easy to learn. The class is a lot of work that you must do in order to succeed but its worth it, I've never learned and enjoyed a gen ed in the past like I did this one. I recommend everyone to take a clas from him.

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SOC1100
Aug 16, 2010

Dave was by far the best teacher I have ever had. He makes things interesting to say the least. His teaching style keeps you guessing. You never know what he will use next to get his point across. As long as you keep up with your reading and go to class you will have fun.

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SOC1101
Sep 25, 2010

Dave made this class a blast. no matter how boring or hard a subject, he made sure you got the overall idea. He is an amazing teacher, very smart, and extremely funny! If you have not had a class with him, you are missing out on the best professor you will ever have!

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SOC1100
Sep 27, 2010

top 5 favorite prof's!!

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SOC1101
Oct 10, 2010

Greatest teacher I ever had! His class was a little bit difficult, but that's how college should be. If you're considering taking his class, don't hesitate. He's funny and his class is just fun to take.

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SOC2140
Dec 15, 2010

Once you take one of his calsses, you will want to take another! He is hilarious and knows everything there is to know about sociology. A brilliant man with a brilliant way of teaching. Take his class.

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SOC1130
Mar 4, 2011

The instructor gives great examples by having students participate to understand better. Make sure you participate (especially in any skits...free food!), and read the books! Don't show up late for his class because late people are LAME. A unique thing about Dave is that he has the students make the syllabus (with veto power of course)!

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SOC1100
May 5, 2011

Prof. Berger's main goal is to teach and be sure you learn. He is diligent, holds you accountable, is very passionate about sociology and knows the topic well! I learned so much and he was supportive when I was not catching on. Invests a lot of his time in his students.

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SOCIO1150
May 5, 2011

I took the class online. This professor and class was amazing! It was tough, but he provides lectures online which helps tremendously. I learned the most in this class out of all of mine so far. His teaching style is very involved and offers a lot of feedback. If you need to take a sociology class... take one with Prof. Berger!!

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SOC1100
May 9, 2011

Dave made the information easy to remember by giving a lot of examples and using class discussion. There's reading but its not hard reading. Very fair....I would take another one of his classes he offers.

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SOCINTR
May 10, 2011

Dave is a wonderful teacher with a lot of passion for his job. He was very helpful, and tried to push the class into using their cociological imagination. I think everyone should take a class with him he is hilarious and makes class enjoyable if you can cooperate with his teaching style.

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SOC1100
May 10, 2011

Didn't think I would, but enjoyed the class tremendously. Dave is great teacher with a lot of passion. Classroom discussions were lively and spirited, explanations were clear with many examples. Thoroughly enjoyed all articles in the Henslin text book.

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SOCIO1100
May 10, 2011

If there was a perfect teacher out there it would definitely be Dave hands down. People think his class is hard, but those are the people who don't want to work. He helps you understand and learn and is makes everything fun. I had him for a 4hr class and I swear it felt like the shortest class I had. Make sure you read & go to class. It is college!

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SOC1100
May 17, 2011

This prof. made a three and a half hour night class go by very quickly. He truly knows and cares about what he teaches. Laughter is common in his class room but not to stray away from the point of being there. A great and fun way to learn about sociology.

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SOC1100
May 17, 2011

very funny and at the same time mean some serious business when it comes to SOCIOLOGY.

5.0
4.0
SOCINTR
Jul 6, 2011

I ended up taking EVERY class taught by Dave at Inver Hills. I found him extremely insightful and intelligent. Class was never boring, but as many have said here- you have to work for your grade. But honestly, I didn't mind it because of his teaching style.

5.0
4.0
SOC1100
Aug 6, 2011

This class has been the best of all this summer.

5.0
4.0
SOC101
Nov 15, 2011

It wouldn't let me submit without entering a class and section. I couldn't remember, so I just made one up. I attended Dave's classes in the late 90's. I took Social Inequality and Intro To Sociology. The information I learned has shaped my life.

4.0
2.0
SOC1127
Nov 24, 2011

DAVE is AWESOME he is a great teacher, he is random as hell but he gets his point across, all the exams are more focused on the chapters in the book, while our class discussions were more focused on other stuff. Very nice, very funny, very scattered. TAKE THIS PROF!!!

5.0
2.0
SOC1100
Dec 28, 2011

Dave was an amazing instuctor. He was very insightful and he kept the class fun and educational. He has given me a different perspective on life which not many teachers can do. He is a wonderful insturctor and I would recomend him in a heart beat.

5.0
2.0
SOC1127
May 7, 2012

Dave is an amazing teacher. I went from not being interested in the class to, it being my favorite class and him my favorite teacher. He always has good, current and very interesting information, and knows his stuff. As long as you do the reading, you'll like his class. Very enjoyable, and very informational! :) Thanks Dave!

5.0
1.0
SOCIO1100
May 8, 2012

he is a helpful person i everhad in school.fun and charming. i can not even feel tire or sleppy during the entire class period. very good, take him u want to know the real things in life and around the world.

4.0
3.0
SOC1127
May 8, 2012

they were very interesting.

5.0
3.0
SOC1127
May 19, 2012

Good stuff. If you don't like reading, stay the heck out.

5.0
4.0
SOC1101
Jan 14, 2013

Dave's sociology 1101 class was life-changing, in that I was awakened to my own underlying prejudices. One of my top classes. I strongly recommend his class.

5.0
3.0
SOC1101
Feb 26, 2013

Lots of reading, but he does like to make you think. I'm not a huge Sociology fan, but he is the prof you want!

5.0
4.0
SOC1101
Mar 8, 2013

Very interesting and a great professor. I would highly recommend taking him fo Intro to Soc.

5.0
3.0
SOC1100
Mar 9, 2013

I have had the pleasure of having him for both my Intro Sociology class as well as Religions and Society. He's a really great charismatic guy that makes learning fun. If you're going to Inver Hills and need to take a Sociology class somewhere down the line, I highly recommend you take one, or a few of his classes!

5.0
3.0
SOCI1100
Mar 21, 2013

He was a fantastic professor! He is a great guy that cares about his students. If you ever have the chance to take his class I would recommend it. He comes to class in a bear costume.... it is so worth it.

5.0
3.0
SOC110085
Apr 23, 2013

This class was a hybrid. Online and on campus. Dave Berger is highly enthusiastic and motivating. I had never been into Sociology nor was I a fan after beginning to learn about it. Prof. Berger has made Sociology interesting and very fun. It is a lot of hard work and a lot of reading but it was completely worth it.

5.0
1.0
SOC110001
May 8, 2013

Dave is a teacher who is passionate about his work .

5.0
1.0
SOC1127
Jul 26, 2013

Great Professor! I would recommend this class if you are a moderately good student. He outlines his expectations very clearly and grades fairly for the college level. He is very passionate about sociology and helped me enjoy the class.

5.0
3.0
SOC1127
Jul 30, 2013

Dave was a great professor. He was very passionate about the subject Social inequalities. He used a combination of teaching tools such as movies, podcasts and books together these made the class very interesting.

5.0
3.0
SOC1127
Jul 31, 2013

This class was challenging and required that I stay on top of everything because the volume of work allowed no time to catch up should I fall behind. That being said, it was extremely informative and enjoyable. Dave is very enthusiastic about the subject matter (social inequality) which makes it easier to stay interested myself. A great teacher!

3.0
5.0
SOC1127
Jul 31, 2013

The professor is an outstanding professional. Very focused on students getting the material. Very dedicated

5.0
4.0
SOC2140
Grade: A
Sep 20, 2013

Dave was the absolute best! I learned so much real life experience from working with him.

5.0
3.0
SOC01
Grade: A-
Oct 5, 2013

AWSOME

5.0
2.0
SOCIOLOGY
Oct 10, 2013

Best teacher ever! Very engaged in teaching and teaches a hands on class with many fun activities!

5.0
4.0
SCO110002
Oct 25, 2013

This guy is crazy fun!! im glad i took him as my first teacher. He once wore a costume to class just to get his point acrross. Take him although you will have to read and turn in quality assignments.

5.0
1.0
SOC1100
Dec 8, 2013

Everything about this class is awesome, he makes everything so fun and includes you in school-related issues then uses them as examples for sociology making it super easy to remember things! I wish he was President because he really knows what he is talking about

5.0
4.0
110006
Dec 13, 2013

good job

3.0
3.0
SOCIOLOGY1100
Dec 13, 2013

He was very passionate

4.0
2.0
110006
Dec 13, 2013

Interesting

5.0
3.0
SOC110006
Dec 13, 2013

Dave is an awesome teacher. He knows how to engage everyone in class discussions. The material is very interesting and Dave's passion for sociology is contagious. Take this class, you won't regret it!

5.0
2.0
110008
Dec 13, 2013

Great teacher very funny guy it a great class!

5.0
3.0
SOC110006
Dec 15, 2013

High expectations but really clear about said expectations. Always kept class interesting. Incredibly passionate and a super nice guy.

5.0
2.0
110006
Grade: A
Dec 16, 2013

He's very friendly and great at explaining things. The class is very interactive with many group discussions. You will get a good grade if you show up and do the reading.

5.0
1.0
110002
Dec 16, 2013

Dave was a great instructor! I really enjoyed his sense of humor;but more importantly I liked how passionate and knowledge he was about sociology. Some of the most practical and real life examples I have heard. A great course and he is a fair grader too!

5.0
4.0
110006
Dec 17, 2013

Dave is really nice, easy to approach, and hilarious. Very passionate about sociology and teaching. Makes lectures fun, involves a lot of discussion, and makes topics easy to understand by relating them to current issues. Great class. Good amount of reading, but if you do the reading and go to class, you will get an A. I'd recommend it to everyone.

5.0
2.0
SOC1100
Dec 23, 2013

Dave is the most engaging professor. He is extremely passionate, which pulls you into what he teaches. I have a new found interest in sociology. Dave is absolutely fair, considerate, understanding and there for his students. Out of all of my teachers, past/present, Dave is the ICON. He wants to see his students succeed Take this class if you can.

5.0
2.0
SOC1100
Jan 14, 2014

Great Teacher!

5.0
2.0
SOC1130
Mar 3, 2014

The best teacher at Inver hands down!You have to take this guy! Loveeeee him!

5.0
2.0
SOC1127
May 24, 2014

Dave is my favorite teacher at Inver. Definitely a must take!!!!! His style of teaching actually made me want to come to class.

5.0
2.0
SOC1130
Aug 11, 2014

Great instructor, very lenient yet has reasonable expectations. This class is ALL about learning, there are no hidden agendas, no irrelevant expectations, it's all about acquiring knowledge on the subject. He is a very fair grader and as long as you TRY and hit the main ideas, you will earn an A in this course. Highly, highly recommended instructor

5.0
3.0
SOCIOLOGY
Sep 17, 2014

By far the best professor I have had. He is the model teachers should be striving for.

5.0
1.0
1100INTRO
Oct 17, 2014

If you go to Inver, you NEED to take this class! I look forward to every week and he definitely makes topics extremely interesting. Make sure to read the Down To Earth Sociology book, and then you will be good for the tests. Best teacher at this school by far.

4.0
3.0
1100
Dec 11, 2014

Berger is the best professor I've ever had. He gave me a new-found interest in sociology that I never expected to have. He's a very interactive professor and his classes aren't like most. Super funny, super smart. I learned so much, and would highly recommend. For tests, you have to read the articles, but a lot is based on stuff he says in class.

4.0
2.0
1100
Dec 18, 2014

Awesome class. You will definitely learn something. More teachers should take on his style of teaching. Grades fairly easy, but is a little slow to get grades back. To do well on tests you need to be in class and read the articles assigned. He will never give out answers for tests so make sure to take good notes in class.

5.0
2.0
1100
Apr 14, 2015

He was amazing and explained the material very well. I enjoyed showing up to his class every week. Definitely a professor who cares greatly for his students.

5.0
4.0
1100
Grade: A
May 12, 2015

Absolutely a great professor! His class isn't like most others but in a good way. He really tries to engage his students in the lessons. All the material that was covered he made interesting as well. Make sure you read the articles for the tests and you will pass. I would take him again!

5.0
3.0
INTROSOC
May 13, 2015

Dave Berger was hands down the best teacher I have ever had. Everyday I went to his class knowing I was going to be learning something new and exciting. I definitely recommend him to anyone and everyone! He is very inspirational and keeps the spirit alive! If you want a teacher that totally respects his students and cares for them, he's the one!

5.0
4.0
INTROTOSOC
Jun 1, 2015

Best teacher I've had at inver

4.0
4.0
SOCH
Grade: A
Aug 10, 2015

He is a there for you when you need him, understands students and really helps open your world to a much bigger picture. Would take any of his classes 5 times over and get a different experience every time! But get your reading done!!!

5.0
3.0
SOC
Sep 15, 2015

best teacher ive had in my entire life on god if you dont take a class with this man you will let yourself down

5.0
4.0
SOC1100
Nov 2, 2015

His lectures are entertaining and well put out. The way he teaches makes you want to not skip class and its good because although it is not mandatory he explains in depth what the books are about. There is a lot of reading. It's a 2 hour course and it goes by quick because he's entertaining the whole time.

5.0
4.0
SOC1100
Nov 5, 2015

I took Dave's online course this semester and he is a great professor! Expect to work for your grade, heavy reading and a decent amount of homework. The great thing is, he really seems to want to help and you learn a lot. He's very thorough and you won't miss a beat if you keep up! Definitely recommend!

5.0
1.0
INTROSOC1100
Grade: A
Dec 28, 2015

Dave is an inspiration, motivation and the icon for action

5.0
3.0
1100INTRO
Grade: A
Feb 22, 2016

One of the best professors I have ever had!!

5.0
3.0
SOC1108
Grade: A
Jul 25, 2016
Would take again

Dave Berger is one of those instructors that really make a student enjoy going to class. He treats every single student with the utmost respect and really wants his students to succeed. He is by far one of the biggest assets to Inver Hills. If you want to learn the topic of Sociology, Dave is one of the professors you must learn from. Great guy

5.0
4.0
SOC1100
Oct 11, 2016
Would take again

I very much dislike social studies classes, but Dave Berger is by far the best professor I have had in my life. Period. He makes use of all the text but calls for feedback and discussion often. This man should be the standard of what a college professor should be.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Participation matters
4.0
5.0
INTROSOC1100
Grade: A
Oct 17, 2017
Would take again

Excellent Teacher! Took an Intro to Sociology class online with him. Each week you listen to 1-4 Podcasts (lectures) which can be looooonnnnnggggg. Lots of reading. Each week you post on discussion board a list of questions. This is equal to writing a paper each week. Slow grader. I learned a lot from this professor.

Get ready to read
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
SO MANY PAPERS
1.0
4.0
SOC1100
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Oct 24, 2017
Wouldn't take again

I had a pretty negative experience with Dave. He gives vague instructions and doesn't work with you at all if you ask for clarification. A HUGE part of your grade doesn't even come from the work you do, but from making sure you view 200+ discussion posts each week. Also get ready for 1-2 hour long podcasts that you have to fully listen to.

Tough Grader
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
4.0
SOC1100
Dec 18, 2017
Would take again

He's amazing. It's hard to find a professor who is more driven and enthusiastic about his career than Mr. Berger. I would highly encourage anyone who is even slightly interested in sociology to take his class.

Get ready to read
Inspirational
Hilarious
4.0
4.0
SOC1100
Grade: A
Dec 19, 2017
Would take again

Class was one day a week (not mandatory attendance) and homework was to listen to a 2-3 hr podcast every week & read textbook and engage in online discussions. MUST read certain % of posts and post by deadlines, easy 100%. Once you understand the structure of his class & how to navigate through it weekly much easier. Interesting & fun professor!

Get ready to read
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Caring
1.0
4.0
SOC1126
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Feb 2, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Dave is funny and I'm sure he's a great person but he gets SO OFF TOPIC. The class only meets twice a week for 50 minutes.. yet spends the first half hour talking about nonsense, politics, or whatever else he feels like. He instead assigns you to listen to a 4 HOUR podcast EVERY WEEK on top of a bunch of reading. After week 3 I couldn't stand it.

Get ready to read
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
4.0
SOC1100
Grade: A-
Jun 3, 2018
Would take again

I had dave for my sociology class at Inver a few years ago and still to this day he is on my list of very few names of my favorite teachers. Everyone I know attending Inver I highly recommend him and his class.

Respected
Inspirational
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
SOC1100
Grade: A
Nov 28, 2018
Would take again

My first year as a college student and Mr Berger is a brilliant proffesor. Very open minded and realistic when it comes to our society and very very very educated on other cultural and religious stuff. His class is my favorite, and he is the type of proffesor where a lecture can be 3 hours long but you dont wanna leave because he is great

5.0
3.0
SOC1100
Dec 16, 2018
Would take again

This was my first year at college and Mr. Berger was a great teacher to help ease me into college, Sociology was one of those classes that I actually wanted to go because it was a fun class and I highly recommend having him as a teacher.

Inspirational
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
1100INTRO
Grade: A
Dec 21, 2018
Would take again

This is the only class ever where I would actually get sad if it got canceled. This professor is so interesting and has an awkward like sense of humor. One of the textbooks he assigns (blue) could be helpful, but you could definitely get away without reading, as long as you listen in class. The yellow textbook, however, is very important for tests.

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
SOC1100
Grade: A
Jan 13, 2019
Would take again

Dave is a fantastic professor; He's very caring of his students and passionate about what he teaches. Best professor I've had. It is important that you attend class to understand, but it's not mandatory. It is VERY important that you take good notes on the required readings. It's an easy class if you get your work done regularly and not last minute

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Caring
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