DO NOT come to class late..he will recommend you take a 101 course in manners!

good but sometimes in a rush to leave class; otherwise uses media well

David is a really good teacher with a sense of humor. I enjoy his courses

I found this course pretty easy...Is this high school? Not a bad professor.

Decent lectures...I have no reason to dislike him, but I still do. Sorta looks like someone who could be Hitler's younger brother.

I really enjoyed his class. He has a good sense of humor and makes it interesting.

Very easy prof, as long as you go to class.

very clear and VERY organised -- good professor. Course material was interesting too.

His historical knowledge, especially of European history is immense. Consequently, the contrasts, comparisons and linkages of common themes he is able to present are always thought provoking and more often than not, surprising. His lecturing style incit

boring lectures but occasionally funny. but history is always boring. the tests are easy and he's a good teacher, but he's a total dick if you try to talk to him

great prof! presents material well and makes the course interesting. Easy quizzes and assignments, its almost impossible to get below 70

Stop whining to be spoon fed and start working. For Ireland After The Famine he is awesome as well as easy. Suprisingly knowledgible.

Schweitz is the best prof I've had in university. the man is amazing when it comes to tech. everything is online and very helpful. don't worry about buying the book, just go to class.

Schweitzy, is a great prof. He does a good job of using technology such as the internet, and powerpoint presentations. Go to class and you can easily get an 85 or higher.

Awsome prof! His lectures are well organized and if you pay attention you will find yourself laughing quite a bit at his random jokes. Tests are easy if you go to class.

I have taken three classes with David Schweitzer, and have found that if you go to each class, read the textbook, and keep up with the work you are just fine! He is not a hard marker, so long as you can write a decent essay!

Very knowledgable and clear. The textbooks weren't all that necessary, just pay attention and take good notes. Often makes random jokes, and is sometimes sarcastic, which makes the class entertaining. Will definitly be taking more classes from this prof.

I've taken three courses with Schweitzer, and theres one simple rule you NEED to follow if you are going to suceed: don't bother him about things he's gone over in class; therefore go to class! - very decent marker if you do what he asks in assignments.

Great lecturer...Just don't bother him about stupid stuff or questions that are self explanatory..a very fair prof

I've taken numerous course offered with this prof. He is really good and I suggest everyone to take at least one of his courses. He uses various forms of media to help his power point presentations. The only thing that may suck are the discussions; he grades you according to relevance of point and t

This is a great class. If you have any 20th C history knowledge it is an easy A.I thought this prof was good. I took the course last year and I remember a book report(easy - on any history book of your choice)and MC tests(also easy).One of the best courses taken at UW(out of ~30).

I am very interested in European history - so overall I am enjoying the content of course - but I was very unhappy spending $300 on books for 1 course - considering it is a course on European history I think it would have been possible to find more budget friendly textbooks. Expectations for essay assignments aren't all that clear keep up with wor

A fair marker and a good lecturer, if you're actually interested in what he has to say. He's not flashy by any means but he covers all the basics and as long as you study those (along with the occasional obscure textbook point) you'll end up with a good mark. Surprisingly approachable outside of class too!

Fair exams - if you study, you can do very well. Lectures - kind of dry. Essays - demanding. Overall - he's recommended.

awesome prof! easy quizzes and the essay isnt too bad..easy marker

In Essence... he is very smart... but at the same time in essence he could make the class a little brighter with a lighter sense of humour. it is very dry.. but enjoyable at the same time i guess... his use of the UWAngel site is AMAZING

HAHA. Okay, you people are retarded. If Schweitzer didn't give you a good mark, it's because you're a dumb ****, so your opinion ought not to be valued much anyways :P. But seriously, if you can READ and follow instructions, you'll earn a decent mark. A disgrace to UW History? WTF mate? Oh okay, some dumb first year artsy fart said that. Nevermind.

Provides solid, reliable lectures every class. Tests are too easy. The paper seems like a good first-year challenge. He may not be glamorous but he is reliable, solid, and I am lacking that from all my other professors else this term. You know you're going to get your money's worth with Dr. Schweitzer

IN ESSENSE he ESSENTIALLY teachers fairly well although it is quite boring. My strategy is not to take any notes at all but just focus on what he says. Then I copy and paste the notes from ACE onto my computer. When the quizzes role around I browse them and got an 86% on the first one no problem. IN ANY CASE hes not that bad just kinda boring.

EVERYTHING written by others I found true until I talked to him in his office. SO NICE! Answered all my Qs about the exam and gave me helpful hints! Lectures were boring only when the content was boring, when he got into WWI & II it was awesome. Obviously there is some dry material. Fair tests. Looks mean & arrogant but talk to him outside of class

If you have some interest in Western Civilization and usually attend classes take this course for breadth requirements. 40% Clicker questions, no midterms, one small (2500 w) assigned-topic essay, and a final. You have to attend class for the clicker ques though and if, like me, you find history boring it is near impossible to pay attention.

Knows his stuff and can teach it very clearly. Not very interesting in his methods, so interest in the subject matter will make or break this class. Clicker questions and fairly easy MT and final made for an easier course.

Dr. Schweitzer is an excellent professor. Attend all classes and get easy clicker question marks. One essay proposal and an essay with a final. He will help you if you ask for it, as long as your question isn't already answered somewhere on ACE/sylabus. Very interesting lectures and can make Irish History very interesting! Very nice guy as well.

Not the most lively or interesting, but he is very clear and the clicker question can give you easy marks. READ THE TEXT BOOK! In the lectures he usually goes in depth on a few points from the readings, but if you want an A, make sure you got some extra points from text to throw down on the essay question exam. Easy class if you listen and read.

Loved this class! Very easy if you read the textbook. Some films were a little boring but were appropriate for with the lectures. Very short lectures introducing film but learned a ton in them! Easy marker and easy to get a 85+ by just participating in the discussions and reading the text.

I began taking Professor Schweitzer's History classes in first year (2001) and continued to take them up until fourth year (2005). He is an old-style professor. Simply put, do what he says, how wants it (which is typical formatting and style for History papers) and you will do fine. Read his handouts on what he expects in assignments.