Dr. Dileo is smart, cute, funny, and often dresses up as historical characters such as Christopher Columbus and Richard Nixon. He does a great Nixon impersonation ("I am not a crook"). Very easy A--all you have to do is attend class, read the

I want my daughter to marry someone like Dr. Dileo. Okay, I don't have a daughter. But if I did I would want her to marry someone like him, or at least someone who took his class and thus can tell me whether or not the US is a Christian nation. Amen.

very smart guy. His class is on big discussion. If study the questions before the test you should get an A. Good class

He was a very easy teacher. He sometimes would get off topic but that made the class all the more interesting. If you have to take history 19 take it with him, you'll get an A.

Very cool teacher. He makes the class very interesting and it makes you want to go to class. If you study the questions he gives you for the midterm and final you will get a good grade in his class. He talks about interesting things. he's a good teacher.

He is really nice and laid back

AWSOME teacher! I think all the people who don't like Dileo are those who disagree with his view. He is Soooooo laid back and grades you upon your interest in the subject!

He really opens your mind. He makes you think about the unthinkable. I really enjoyed the class and his humor while dealing with hott topics in our society.

WOW! This professor is sooooo good. He grades easy yet teaches perfectly. If you dont take this class you are missing out.

He is a great teacher. His tests are easy and he doesn't grade hard. He is the one to take.

one word...BORING! a good teacher but i think i feel asleep half the classes

The easiest class due to no finial and oly one eight page paper. Just Go to class have your internet presentations ready and just set back and listen.

Dileo is hands down the best teacher at Saddle back. He really gets his students to think about his lessons and anything elese that is tied into the subject. No Homework. Just read a chapter a week from text, and write your OWN FINAL Exam. A

Lectures are somewhat confusing, but he gives all the questions to the mid-term and Final. If you study the questions that you choose on the test you will get an "A". Might need tutor to explain. Great teacher. Speak up in class, he loves that.

Dileo is an excelent taecher , knows more then you could imagine, has amasing lectures you will never know history in its true context if you do not take this professor.

awesome professor. Very interesting lectures. He makes you think on your own and enjoy learning more on the topics. Definately reccomend, not like any other professor I've ever had. grades were based on participation, and two essay tests.

Great class, everyone showed up for every class. It was that interesting and fun. really easy grader. awesome guy, he will make you think.

He is such a great teacher! I have never had a professor that cared more about their students and actually made an effort to know everyone's names. Very good guy and an enjoyable class.

David Delio is one of the greatest teachers ever had.He is fair and really challenges your critical thinking.He is extremely understanding and cares about his students.

awesome class, very interesting, and he lets everyone put in their point of view. no right or wrong in the class just different opinions. great teacher that actually cares.

hes a great teacher, he actully makes u think about things haha, and u dont really have hmwk. u only have a midterm and a final and he gives u it the first day of class.

Take this class if you want to learn more about history other than just the facts. He encourages you to think on your own and develop your own ideas and conclusions from history. There is only a midterm and final. But make sure you show up to class so you know what to write for the midterm and final

Proffesor Dileo is one of the best proffesors I have ever had, not only is he passionate about what he teaches but he is very open minded and is willing to hear anyone out with an open mind. Hes is willing to help you in anyway he can.

By far one of my favorite teachers at Saddleback. he is really nice and his class is really interesting. I am not majoring in history but I loved this class. He made the class entertaining and you will want to learn about everything. I highly reccomend him as a professor.

very helpful prof. u will have to work very hard to earn an "A" in his class. he requires lots & lots of internet research in your answers for his midterm & final. slackers beware!!

Easy and fun....

sooo easy ... very nice man. can't ask for more in a professor

He's a wonderful teacher! You just have a midterm and a final and it's really easy to prepare, he gives you the questions ahead of time.

He is a great teacher that loves what he does. He has his own opinion but does not pick sides. Just do your homework and you’ll get an A.

This teacher made me love learning history and was completely dedicated to his students. Very funny- take any one of his classes.

Vary nice guy.

GREAT PROFESSOR. I FELT MUCH MORE KNOWLADGABLE COMMING OUT OF HIS CLASS. RI LOVED HIS CLASS; GO TO LECTURE TO MAKE SURE YOU COVER EVERYTING ON YOUR ESSAYS. IN CLASS ESSAY (4PAGES), BUT YOU CAN PREPARE FOR IT WAY AHEAD OF TIME. A PLACE TO LEARN AND SHARE YOUR OWN OPENION.

Very good teacher, explains everything well, very open for discussion. Likes class participation and is willing to accept new views on the class material.

Dileo is an amazing man. He's the world renowned expert on the Vietnam War and it shows. His classes are fun and you learn so much more than you'd expect. I highly recommend taking a class with him.

Dileo is one of the best professors I've ever had, I recommend everyone take any one of his classes. The man is brilliant!

Vietnam War class is all that needs to be said, DiLeo is the man.

This is the best teacher I've had in college. He is enthusiastic, funny , helpfull, and extremely inteligent. His lectures are interesting and insitefull. As long as you do the reading and participate in class you will succede.

He doesn't just lecture. He actually talks with you and not at you. You can't be bored in his class.

One of the funnest history classes I have enrolled in. Lots of invovlement because you get into it.

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He is so smart and engaging, it is wonderful. On the midterm I couldn't remember any dates of events and I still pulled an A.

One of the most intelligent professors at Saddleback is Dr. Dileo. He contains vast knowledge. As an instructor, Dr. Dileo displays interest in class discussions. He is a rare find..very appreciated and admireable. Take any of his classes...you will be thankful to have been in the presence of Dr. Dileo.

At first I did not like Prof. Dileo. I thought he was pedantic, had inane homework policies, and was actually TOO objective. Slowly though I have come to love him. He is very interested in his students and is a very smart and interesting guy. He encourages innovative thinking and poses interesting questions. I hope to have him again.

Very nice guy. Loves what he teaches. Very easy class.

Every course of his is great.

Superb

I am definately not a history person, but DiLeo is very clear about what you need to know. He wants you to explore controversy and form your own opinions. The midterm and final are challenging, but you come out of the class knowing more about what really happened in history, not just what you were told in elementary school.

Knows His stuff!

He will open your eyes and mind during the course. I have become interested in thinking more about history and am so glad that I took his class. By the way, his exams could be challenging if you wait until the last minutes. Good Luck!

This class allows you to be independent. Only two tests: midterm and final. You are given the questions the first day. You have to study for 6x essay questions each time, but only write up on 2. He will go to great lengths to help you. Only take this class if you can handle hardcore studying/writing. Laid back and knows you by name.

Outstanding class and teacher. Very dedicated and knowledgeable teacher who makes class interesting and challenging. Teaching is this professors "True Calling" and it shows !!!

Class: Earth: CC............Dileo is such an awesome professor. We have the most interesting conversations in his class and he is great about letting everyone express their personal opinions. I HIGHLY recommend taking his class, no tests, just packets each week that are easy. You wont have trouble falling asleep, either!

Best teacher I have ever had. Forces you to really "think" about US History. Cares very much for his students. Less interested in tests and grades, just wants to instill critical thinking in his students.

Prof. Dileo is so great! He is everything positive that everyone has had. He lets everyone express their opinions and he is very open minded. No tests, just weekly packets and you have to be in class to complete them or know what they are about. Easy A and a fun class!

Best teacher i have all throughout college. I went to UCSB for a year, and he blew all of them out of the water. TAKE HIM FOR A TEACHER!

History/Humanity/Poli Sci majors... TAKE THIS TEACHER. He is extremely well informed and politically experienced. His class consists mainly of lecture with in class essays for the mid term and the final. Regardless of your backround, you will learn something in this class.

DiLeo is the best teacher I've ever had. His Humanities 25 class totally changed the way I view life. He's a great guy and he teaches with a very open-minded perspective on the world. THIS CLASS IS WORTH EVERY MINUTE.

Amazing professor. Take him! Very insightful. Easy A, as long as you do the homework every week.

I tend to be more conservative in my political thinking, and David is extremely liberal. It is therefore a great testament to him that I can honestly say that he is one of the best teachers I've ever had. In his class, no ideas are stupid or unwelcome, which makes for great and truly open discussions. A true intellectual and egalitarian. Take him!!

I loved him. He's the nicest guy ever. I got an A+ in his class. I never did any of the reading. All you have to do is talk in his class. Best teacher ever.

Fantastic, energetic, entertaining and informative. This teacher is excellent at inspiring and encouraging his students. Independent research and class participation are crucial for an A. Highly recommended!

Biggest hippie ever!!! BUt he's soooo sweet! just talk in class let him get to know you and study the night before fot the tests and you do fine! He's a hardcore liberal he's the best.

Biggest hippie ever!!! BUt he's soooo sweet! just talk in class let him get to know you and study the night before fot the tests and you do fine! He's a hardcore liberal he's the best.

Brilliant professor! He'll expand your thinking capabilities if nothing else. He REALLY likes people to contribute. Make sure you do enough so that he knows your name. Studying shouldn't be too difficult. He's more interested in your understanding, comprehending, and applying the material rather than memorizing facts.

TAKE THIS CLASS.

LOVE HIM!!!

He is an amazing teacher. He will make interesting the same history you have been taught since the 6th grade. His points and views on history are fascinating. I wish I could take another class with him! He's also just a nice guy and gives you everything that is on the test.

grades are 50% midterm and 50% the final, which are inclass essays given to you at the begining of the semester. reading the book is not maditory but preparing for the inclass essays forces you to learn a specialty.

Prof Dileo is great. Some students think he's old, but that's just based on looks, not his teaching. One complaint: He says US was founded as a Krishtanation, but never explained what it means.

Amazing Teacher. Will motivate you in everyway. Class is based on participation, quite easy, credentials are endless, wish he taught more classes!!

Wow he is one of the best professors I've had at Saddleback. If you show up to every class do the HW and have a smile on your face you will get a good grade. A wonderful teacher that provides an excellent learning environment!!

Awesome professor! I learned a lot from his class. Independent research on test is a must,class participation and attendance is also crucial. Take Dileo!

Awesome Professor! I learned so much in his class. He is very knowledgable about history and has a true passion for teaching. Independent research for test is a must. Also class participation and attendance are stressed. Take Dileo!

Great teacher!!! Actual teacher at Saddleback who treats you like a true college student. Take this teacher it is pretty easy if you just do the work he asks, which isn;t much.

i have taken his classes 5 semesters in a row. solely responsible for igniting my interest in college. non-biased and kind guidance. wants students to examine "hidden history". compelling and insightful. no weekly hw. 2 midterm and 2 finals essays, all in class. best teacher you will ever find

By far the best teacher I have had in my college experience.

Most incredible professor I have ever had, hands down. Very highly recommended.

He made the course very interesting and was very helpful, really opens your mind!

He completely changed my outlook on life and gave it meaning. I highly recommend taking any class with him because it was worth it.

This professor, in my opinion, is one of the best at saddleback. He is very insightful and keeps his students intrigued with his very interesting lectures. For those who say hes sooo politically biased must be joking. He tries to be fair to both sides and respects his students opinions even if he might disagree. he has a very proffessional approac

If you do not keep an open mind, you won't get what he's teaching. Peronally, I think he is awesome and he really makes you think. He has opened my eyes...

Where can I start? Hes a great preofessor. Not only do you learn history in his classes(ive taken 2, thats how good he is) but he makes you think about the verious perspectives. Forget about high school history, he tells you the real deal and really makes you think. Not to mention he tells you the midterms and finals from day one.

David is an amazing teacher! He always makes sure everyone understands before moving onto the next topic He's a fair grader and is a little sensitive about having cell phones in class. His ego gets hurt easily if you leave class early. I was never interested in history,until I took his class. He tries his best to keep his political views at bay.

One of the best professors I've had and an incredible lecturer. Enjoys having people with a variety of opinions in his class. The midterm and final are essay tests and he gives you the prompts at the beginning of the semester and explains each one on the day he lectures about it. I've never liked U.S. history, but I loved this class!

I recommend him! I suggest you sit in the first few rows. Have an interesting question once in a while, he LOVES to hear questions and discuss. Don't be late or text in class. You have to study for the tests, you choose 6 essays and he will test you on random 2 of them. His lectures are usually pretty intriguing. Cool guy:)

Dr. DiLeo is such an excellent teacher. Not only does he provide a new perspective towards history, but is genuenly interested in what the students think. He also assigned our class no tests or HW so our grade was based of of hw and a final paper alone. do not take him if you cant handle lectures (although they are superb!)

Professor DiLeo is GREAT. He is extremely talented and has the ability to turn even dull topics into fun and interesting conversations. Class discussion is key - and DiLeo allows plenty of it. I highly recommend this fantastic professor.

Professor Dileo is an awesome professor! Takes up a lot of the class time but his lectures are Very interesting. Just read the book and write good papers and you?ll be fine and don?t be late to class!

Chill teach..as long as you take interest in what he telling you and participate you'll get a good grade. No mid-term or final but a lot of reading and independent research. Overall, pretty cool class

what can i say about dileo that hasnt been said already! he is really a great prof. but if youre not an open minded person dont take his humanities 25 class. he is smart and makes you truly think. lots of lectures so keep some snacks w/ you! but i love dileo and im taking all the classes he teaches at saddleback!

One of the best teachers I've had the pleasure in having. Very passionate about subject turning history into something current and interesting. Go to class, pay attention, and do the weekly assignments and you're golden. Two essay finals, prompts given ahead of time. Would recommend to everyone, esp. history majors. Definitely taking another class.

Took three of his classes, did well in all of them. Not a very work-intensive class in terms of assignments but you will have to think about the material and immerse it with independent research. Lectures are very interactive with the students. If you're intellectually inclined and have even a little interest in History, you'll appreciate his class

Mr. Dileo is one of the best teacher's at Saddleback. I took his HIST 22 class and loved it. He made it interesting and fun. It was the first time that I have seen full seats in a class room throughtout the semester.Mr Dileo takes pride in his work, and I love that he teaches his work with a passion(not a lot of teachers do).I recommend taking him!

DiLeo is my favorite prof. at Saddleback so far. He's an excellent teacher. He puts his own spin on things, but he leaves his political opinions out most of the time. He's a really nice guy. The class is easy if you do the work. Probably 2 hours/week of homework and it's easy. Midterm and final aren't too bad. I'm taking him again next semester.

Absolutely brilliant professor! Incredibly well-read on his subject and cares about his students. Makes an effort to learn his students names and listen to their opinions.

One of the best teachers I've ever had; the class was absolutely amazing, it really makes you think. His class is pretty easy to pass as well; the lowest grade you can get is a C if you at least try, but achieving an A is a breeze. Be warned though his class will probably disturb and offend you at times; ironically that's what makes it attractive.

Dileo is a chill guy, took him for history 22, he added me into the class 3 weeks late, caught up on reading. Class was filled with discussion, he is extremely well read, probably most intelligent teacher I've taken at Saddleback. Would recommend taking him for an interesting class.

Loved his class & always looked forward to it. Engages the class and very open to discussion. Don't completely space out b/c you'll miss out. The Midterm and Final are not hard/bad if you prepare for them. There's homework due every time class meets, however it's not difficult. I'm not a history major, but still loved this class! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

great guy! Tests are difficult but not graded too harshly. One page outline due every class. Reading assigned every class. Interesting topics discussed.

Best teacher ever thats all I have to say

DiLeo!! One of the best professors at saddleback without a doubt, seriously take any and all of his classes!! 1 page assignments every week that include some reading and internet research - no tests! no quizes! His class discussions will really get you thinking. TAKE HUMANITIES! this is a class i look forward to every week.

He is by far the best teacher i've ever had. Take his History 17 class!

Been going to Saddleback for 5 semesters and he is by far my favorite teacher. I would recommend any of his classes.

This class is very interesting and unconventional. We spend half of the class discussing the material and the other half watching a documentary. The discussions are very interesting and everyone has a chance to express their opinions and ask questions.

Hated the class at first but it grew on me and now i love dileo hes great and really cares about what he teaches and wants his students to succeed. One of the best teachers ive had. Just read the book and do the assignment each week and your golden.

Anyone that doesnt like his class is more than likely a lazy ass. This was the best class Ive had so far. Those of us that do the work, enjoy the lecture. Great class, great professor.

Professor DiLeo is a good guy. His lectures are very straight forward and clear, assignments are also clear. Show up and participate, and study for the essay exams. It's a blast.

I could gush forever about this man. He is so inspirational, passionate, and HILARIOUS. I never really like history all that much, but I fell in love with it after taking this class. His love for the subject will definitely rub off on you. HW is fairly simple; be thorough and do EVERY assingment (essential to being successful in the class).

I took HIST 15 & HUM 25 with DiLeo and he is by far the best professor I have ever had the pleasure to learn from. As long as you do the readings and show up to class, you will get an A. No tests, only written assignments and a final essay. The lectures are inspiring, and his approach to both history and the humanities is very thought provoking!

No tests or quizzes. Full page of "thoughtful" notes each week from the reading (one section from two books) very easy. One long paper as a final, start early and ask for help and it is no problem. Fantastic teacher, take his class. Textbooks are mandatory!

Best professor ever! If you are a history major, take this class! It is a little difficult, but more than worth the challenge. Very knowledgeable and makes you think. Take only if you are genuinely interested in history and not politically biased in either way.

Dileo is great. His lectures are interesting and full of inspiration. Its obvious he loves what he does. Weekly homework assignments involving EASY independent research only 2 tests(essays). He offered some extra credit. This class really made me think outside of my standard public education of american history. Will take more of his classes!!

I have never been interested in history and I was nervous to take an honors class. Dr. DiLeo makes it fun and easy. If you attend each class and do the homework you should have no problem passing. There is one assignment per week and it is cake. Definitely recommend this teacher

I loved the class and this professor. Through his open discussion and comments you can see that he truly has a passion for history and students. This class was awesome and i will be taking another one of his classes next semester. TAKE HIM! you will not regret it.

Awesome guy. Class starts out slow but picks up, just read and attend class you'll be fine on the weekly write-ups. The things you learn are cool, he is super nice and cares about you if you have questions about ANYTHING. a must take for sure.

this teacher expects a lot from you. he is ruthless on participation so it is required that you do the work and show up. do not yawn in his class or you wll pay dearly for it. he offered some extra credit do it! he is kind of a smarty pants so it is better that you do not argue with him. he gives you the questions to midterm and final first day!

When it comes to history, David Dileo knows what he is talking about. He will educate you. Homework is not hard and essay exam is not bad either. He is great and experienced friend.

Awesome History teacher! Learned so much and enjoyed attending his class. Loved the class discussions. Wish he was teaching next semester! Hoping to take his vietnam war class.

What a great professor! Very inspiring. He leads class discussions that are thought provoking and interesting. He clearly knows his history and is constantly teaching the class new things while always staying interested in what we have to say. There's a reading assignment due every week, a midterm, and a final. Would definitely recommend!

I really disliked this class. Yes he is a good teacher, very smart and passionate, but his class is all about critical thinking. Which for someone like me, who hates history, was hard. I found it incredibly boring. If you just need a history requirement do not take this class. But if you love history this is for you.

I took several classes under David. He is stellar. Fact is, if you are a student of political history you could not hope for a better teacher - regardless of where you go to college or how much money you have. DD is a true scholar. In my top ten teachers of all time.

requires you to think outside the box, to question status quo/conformity. could hardly wait for class each week! the most amazing class I have ever had the privilege of taking.

I love him! He is an amazing professor! Take him!! I am at Berkeley right now and I have to say he is better than any professor I have taken here so far.

This is my second time taking one of David's classes, and I have to say once again I am blown away by this man's extremely extensive knowledge about history. The class is fantastic, no testsquizzes, just a daily sheet of paper you turn in with bullet points about the reading. One essay and thats it. Take this class if you have the chance!

David is an amazing teacher. For someone who does not like history, his class was bearable. A little boring, but he is a great teacher. Would highly recommend! Weekly readings and homework, but nothing you can't finish in a few hours right before class

You have to like History to take this class. Dileo is inspirational, manages to be unbiased and informative. I love that he goes above and beyond to dig up the nature of the war rather than just the dates and people. Came in knowing nothing about Vietnam, walked out feeling confident in my knowledge.

Professor dileo is so nice! he truly cares about his students and about your success. lectures are very interesting. there was a new topic every day. there is a one page paper of your response and opinion to a reading or topic of the week due every week. super easy and interesting. no textbook or tests. final is an essay of any size about the class

I would definitely take a class with him again. Professor DiLeo is very intelligent and insightful. His class was very eye opening and there was never a boring lecture. Each week was based on different topics and no textbook was required. I would highly recommend you take his class.

I am currently a history major at Berkeley right now and I have to say that Prof. DiLeo was the most amazing professor I have ever had. His lectures are fascinating and better than any class I have taken at Berkeley.

Professor Dileo is a superb lecturer and teacher. Take any chance available to enroll in one of his classes. Lectures were fascinating, subject matter was interesting, and he provides a fair workload. By far my favorite professor.

Excellent dialogue in class. However, a little too much of a Marxist for me.

Best teacher I gave ever experienced.. take any class he teaches.. amazing perspective on topics .. fair & unbiased ..!!

I like Dr. DiLeo as a person, but the three hour HIST15 lectures were tortuously long and boring most weeks. He set up a homework system so that you really can't miss class. One typed page due at the end of class, and on the back of that page you take lecture notes. He takes attendance based on who picks up their paper from the previous week.

Zero tests, and only one major paper. Homework is every week but only takes about an hour or so to complete. Class was extremely interesting and he presents the topic in a very enjoyable light. He makes you think and delve deeper into a subject that is often skipped over. If you enjoy history this is a great class for you.

Interesting lectures. Requires good critical thinking skills. He provides great insight into modern history research as well. His grading criteria is tricky to grasp, so I wouldn't immediately recommend him. However, I'd definitely recommend him if you are majoring in history.

Professor Dileo is one of the best professors I have ever had, hands down!!! I never thought I would care so much about the Vietnam War, but he makes he makes the subject so interesting. If you have the chance to take him please do! You will not regret it!!

DiLeo is incredibly approachable and his genuine interest in hearing the perspectives of his students goes a long way toward fostering an easygoing class environment. 1 page summaries of assigned chapters are given each week and a final multi-page reflection paper are the only things he grade on. Remarkably bright and kind, you won't regret him.

Professor DiLeo's class was by far the greatest single class that I have taken in my life. You only turn in a 1 page paper weekly about the subjects, and a final analysis at the end. He knows what he is talking about, and it is clear. I can confidently say that i learned more in this class than any other class i have ever taken, and i got a C.

Prof Dileo is an inspiration, to say the least. This class completely changed the way I view the world, and I am eternally grateful for it. Even if you don't need to take this class, STILL DO!!