Wonderful teacher. Teaches 4-5 classes a semester so this is one busy man.

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Vargas is great! His approach to histroy is so critical, and he truely understands hisotry beyond the dates and events, he knows the implications of what history means as fas as explainiing what a human is. Quizes are easy, and the for the test you can do a take home essay. One of the best teachers I ever had!

Very Good teacher. But he does nothing but lecture, which sometime can put you to sleep. Homework- Read a book and answer question about it. Test- easy but do have to study for them to get an A Grading- Not to hard (I’m would take him again) Also another great history teacher is Mr. Sleeper.

He was such a good teacher I took all of my history classes with him. He knows his stuff, the whys and hows of history and is an interesting lecturer.

Awesome Professor! Ok, don't let the workload scare you, cuz there is a lot, but is broken up which makes it much easier to accomplish! Gives study guides, topics to choose from for papers, it doesn't get much easier/organized than this! He is very willing to help with ?'s you may have and also will compromise with you if you've fallen behind

I took his class online. It was a lot of work, but I learned sooooooo much! He's very patient, extremely nice and helpful.

I took Mr. Vargas last summer online and it was a breeze! Mr. Vargas is very easy to work with, his quizzes were pretty simple once the material was read and in case of emergency or situations beyond your control Mr. Vargas is very understanding. I would recommend his class to anyone. His online class was very easy.

Great teacher and fantastic human being. He cares about his students and wants them to understand the material. His system was very easy to learn and I would recommend 100%.

Good teacher. His lectures can put you to sleep. knows his stuff. If you read the text book you will do fine on the test. hes a cool little guy (and i mean little)

Took it online. Easy work (1-2 days each week). Got an A w/o buying the main textbook (the other 2 books were needed). Doesn't grade things quickly but when he gets behind he cancels or reduces assignments, so he's fair about it. Doesn't respond on the discussion boards but does to email. I'd take him again. No cummulative final.

Engaging teacher. Challenging class, but recommended over Sleeper, who requires way too much reading and homework.

good teacher overall. knows his stuff. funny yet remains focused on lectures which are long and may be a little boring but lots of info. study the study guides and you will do fine on the tests. take notes during videos he lets u use them. easy points. attend class regularly. very helpful inside and outside of class very available to help sudents.

I don't understand why others are saying that Professor Vargas is boring I found class thouroughly entertaining when I applied the history lessons to my own interests! Many of the students only wanted to goof off during class and several dropped out after the first written report. It's college people, get used to writing!

I think he was a good teacher. yes he was bit boring at times, but he knew what he was teaching and he was a bit entertaining. i don't understand why people are complaining about work because he only have like 3 or 2 writing assignments in class. and he does most of his quizzes off film/ movies. the test are a bit hard but if you study you will pas

Pro. Vargas was a good teacher.. I took his history 112 class in the summer.. Very chill class... He provided everything for the test and only one paper.. He wad also very flexible.. Easy A

I took his summer history 112 class and absolutely loved it. I am no history major but he made it worth while

OUTSTANDING professor. Keeps you intrigued with his lectures.

Very cool guy! Curses alot, but very personable. Tests are easy, just follow study guide (Multiple choice only). Not the most thrilling lectures, but he's clear and concise. Doesn't take attendance beyond about the third week. Easy workload, easy textbook. You only need to read two extra books. I took honors and he's always there to help.

Very good professor! Material is easy the way he lays it all out :)

Great class. Latin history is a very interesting subject and Prof. Vargas knows what he is talking about.He makes learning enjoyable. Study with the study guide provided and you will be prepared for the tests. Books assigned are interesting and enjoyable compared to original history books. In the end you will be knowledgable in Latin history.

Professor Vargas is an exemplary teacher who is more than willing to go above and beyond for students willing to put forth solid effort. The tests are not easy but, if you pay attention, you'll do fine. A word of advice when doing your essay; make it half a page longer than it has to be because your grade is on the chopping block if it's short.

Great professor. I wasn't crazy for the material but he made it interesting.

overall i enjoyed professor vargas' class. he does lecture all the time but they way he presents it can be enteraining at times. i recommend him.

He's such an awesome teacher. His lectures are so interesting it's hard not to pay attention.

Great Guy! He had a tough end of the semester where classes were cut short, but he was very understanding and posted the notes up online. His tests are a little challenging. You have to come to every class to get the notes and if you're like me, he makes funny jokes that help you to remember the material. Overall he was an OUTSTANDING professor!

great teacher. write everything he puts up on the power point its the answers to the test. do study guide and make sure to make it to all the classes if you can. he lays out all the info you need and answers any questions you have. dont take him if you are easily offended he curses a lot and has really strong opinions.

One of the best teachers I have ever had! He makes something that can be boring interesting and relevant. His history classes have made me so much more knowledgeable and changed the way I look at everything! Don't miss an opportunity to take a class from him! He's funny as hell too.

Easy class. Do the study guide and you will ace the tests. Class is entirely lecture with films every now and then. He is a great teacher. But he talks about his political, religious and personal life ALOT and also cusses ALOT. I didn't mind, but just fyi! Overall great class!!

You get an honest, fair shake with Vargas, no favoritism or BS grading practices. If you score low, it's because you didn't do the work. He spells EVERYTHING out. Multiple choice tests cover concepts over memorization. Tests cover notes and text, and he provides a study list. Very entertaining w/ lectures. Must buy text (Aplia). Would take again.

He is a great and knowledgeable instructor. Although he may scare you at first, his test questions come straight from the lectures! He's passionate and explains history in a way I've never thought of. Before taking this class history was boring, after his class I grew to appreciate history :)

Easy A if you're willing to do the work. Tests are multiple choice, but a lot of the questions are "which of the follow is NOT associated with Person/Idea/etc". Vargas will work with you if you struggle. Great guy. Make sure you take notes directly from the power point during class. I definitely recommend and would take again.

I took the online course, I originally had McColm but something happened to where I ended up with Prof. Vargas which I am glad it happened! McColm assigned way to much reading. Vargas mostly had lectures and made reading the textbook optional. Weekly, timed quizzes, which was probably the only part I hated because your rushing to complete the quiz.

World History Since 1500. Super passionate about his subject. Exams were not easy, but they weren't unfair. Has high standards, and will not hold back if he is disappointed in the test scores or essay drafts he receives. His class is not easy, but I learned a lot and appreciate History more. Took me aside to let me know that he loved my essays.

I cannot stand his class. Although he knows what he's talking about, his tests are designed to make you fail! I studied my ass of for his tests and I always received Cs. Trust me do not take this class. He curses way too much and he's so arrogant. I regret ever taking him. He doesn't care if you pass his class or not.

He is a great professor and expects alot from his students and expects you to read all the material. He does use profound words but is in general a nice guy with a opinion on the world. He does not sugar coat when he talks to you and will be blunt, but overall I have learned alot form his class. Expect to use your study guide, book, and lecture not

This is the best professor I have come across at MSJC. He preforms fantastic lectures and really gets you thinking about whats happening in history. I would really recommend him specially if you find history boring he'll spice it up for ya.

He's an amazing lecturer. Even without an interest in history, he held my attention in every class. The tests can be difficult; you either know the answers or you don't. There's no guessing through them. Final paper is weighted heavily but he doesn't grade it harshly. Definitely recommend taking him.

Professor Vargas is someone who loves what he teaches. Although he is a bit scary he makes lecture very interesting, never a dull moment. Tests are difficult so read the textbook, pay attention to lecture, and do the study guide. If you work hard and try you can pass.

Challenging. One of the few professors to impress me. He taught more than just the basic, he tried to give the students a deeper understanding societycause-effectpeople and what he taught opposed to just leaving you with the facts of history. Improves your thinking skills, he might be a little crazy maybe, but in my experience the brightest are.

He's cool. He's not a flag waver, so I think he gives pretty unbiased lectures regarding countries and their doings. I like his style.

So far, he is my all time favorite professor. Very funny, energetic and entertaining as well as smart and easy to talk to. The tests are quite difficult, and your grade is based exclusively on tests and the term paper which makes it challenging to get a good grade. As long as you have thick skin and an open mind, Vargas has a a lot to teach.

Mr. Vargas is an excellent professor who tries to keep his students engaged in the lecture as much as possible. He is animated and knowledgeable and an old school rocker. He will mention his fondness for classic rock a few times and has a tendency to throw markers and erasers across the room to emphasize his points.

Professor Vargus is a very passionate professor who loves what he teaches. With that said, he can sometimes come off as rude but overall, the class is entertaining. He tries to make the history come to life with his style of lecture. The tests were easy, and I don't think he is a tough grader at all.

I am still currently enrolled in his class but so far it is very straight forward. Lots of note taking and listening! He gives good study guides for the test which you can honestly fill out just from looking at notes you have taken (as long as they are good notes) which is awesome. Overall easy if you put in the time and effort to study.

Professor Vargas is amazing! I loved his lectures, they were very in-depth and hilarious!! He knows his stuff! His class was challenging but he was there to help everyone yep for he way and I loved it! As long as you try, you will pass. I recommend him to those of you who have a passion for learning and love a challenge! Wold love to take him again

One of my fav profs by far, very funny and entertaining. Very lecture heavy but as long as you take notes and do the study guides you will pass. Loved taking his course and would highly recommend him

Professor Vargas is a 5'4 ball of fury. He is very passionate about what he teaches which makes his lectures better. He has one essay throughout the whole semester and his schedule is pretty concise. He also gives a lot of extra credit opportunities! You do need the textbook. I would definitely take him again.

Is a caring professor that will do everything he can to make sure you pass. I highly recommend because he is funny and gives great feedback on essays . He is very quick to answering emails and questions about anything. He is absolutely amazing and respectful!

Great class. Nothing too difficult. Vargas is a fantastic teacher who is very passionate about what he teaches. The class is all note taking for the most part. Tests are easy, the study guides give great input to what will be on the test. Only downside is he is a slow grader.

Good teacher; knows his stuff and is passionate about history. All you do in class is take notes. Occasionally watched a few videos and took a quiz, but you can take notes during the video and use it for the quiz. Will elaborate off of what is on the powerpoint. If you study, you will be fine for the test.

Vargas's lectures were always so interesting. He is very passionate about history and knows what he's talking about. He has a lot of good, liberal opinions as well. The exams aren't too hard as long as you take good notes & fill out the study guide. But at the same time you don't have to go, you could just read the textbook and be okay.

Lectures are average, he highlights what will be on the quiz. The way he words his test makes it hard for you to understand. If he does not like how the book words something he will make his own lecture and it can be confusing for some. This class requires a lot of time but if you put that time you will do good.

He was a great teacher and very funny. If you take good notes and read the textbook you will do fine. Most of the notes are on the quizzes he gives. However, pay close attention to his wording on tests because he will try and confuse you. He gives 10 points of extra credit and is always ready to answer any question you have.

lectures are entertaining and keeps you engaged. He is passionate about history and it shows. His quizzes are simple. His exams are fine. He gives you a study guide and the questions on the exam are from the notes taken in class. He does not post his lectures online so you miss class, you better get the notes from a classmate.

As long as you stay on top of things you'll be fine. Lectures are the same thing as on the test. Hilarious guy.

Prof. Vargas is a gem of college professor. For two reasons: one, he knows his stuff and, two, his study guides perfectly aline with the tests. Theres nothing I appreciate more than a professor that sticks to the syllabus and provides clear grading criteria. In Prof. Vargas class you will laugh and learn a lot. I highly recommend him as a professor

Vargas is a great dude! I recommend to people who are looking for a history professor who can preach yet also teach at the same time. The way he teaches just blows my mind! He is also very accessible outside of class and is very clear on how he grades. A complete true gem to the History Department on campus! <3

i love prof vargas!!! he always made lecture so interesting. i will say he wasnt good with keeping up with grading and updating us when things were happening. his study guides dont really line up with the tests but as long as you study and read the material youll pass. offers extra credit.

I loved this professor! Very down to earth and cool! Highly enthusiastic lectures and be ready for heavy note taking as he does not post his lectures on canvas and some context for tests can come only from the in class notes! But hey its college, go to class and take notes! If youre offended by curse words or liberal thoughts, you wont like it.

Professor Vargas was a great professor! He had lots of slide shows put together for everybody. He makes everyone feel part of the class. Hes very friendly and easy going, he smiles a lot. His class was fast paced but if you do all your notes the class is easy.

He's a really funny teacher, respectful, and made me actually learn history as it's always been difficult for me. He uses a lot of profanity, and can be inappropriate at times, but it's his character. You've just gotta roll with it. Taking him in the summer. It's the Olympics of a class, but interesting. Get ready for hand cramps.

Professor Vargas is an engaging, knowledgeable teacher that takes History to a whole 'nother level. Energetic lectures, and challenging coursework shows that he is not only passionate about history, but also as a mentor/teacher. If I could take him for every history class I would.

Amazing professor, the insight he gives is phenomenal.

Professor Vargas is a really great guy and is always available to answer any questions. His quizzes and tests are actually a bit hard if you don't study and take good notes. On the exams, he does sometimes try to trick you by wording the questions a different way. If you are willing to put in the work for this class, you will be fine.

He knows about the subject and he thinks about the student.

This class was not as hard as everyone had said. The tests are exactly like the study guides he gives and there is little to no homework given. Lectures or a video every class but easy to understand just not too interesting. Notes arent even needed as long as you have the book the answers are easy to find. The quizs he gives are all online.

I had Prof Vargas for two online classes. His quizzes are definitely hard because you had to read your text as well as the powerpoints. Overall, I enjoyed both classes and the essay topics were fun to work on. There weren't much extra credit opportunities so make sure to do well on quizzes and not miss.

This professor is super easygoing, very responsive, and reasonable, and they made the course easy to learn and pass. This professor would message back and be always willing to make something work out. If you see this professor's name, do not hesitate to take their class. I'm shocked their reviews aren't higher, at least a 4.8/4.9-star teacher.

Overall professor Vargas was a phenomenal teacher I enjoyed this class and his lectures.He dwells deep into many historical subjects specifically the 60's which I suppose is his era. Regardless he's very open to discussion and will make sure to double check and correct himself if he is ever mistaken. He provided a very positive learning environment