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I feel like a dork for saying this but I thought he was a great teacher... he's a lot like Yoshino... he tells stories and but not so drawn out! I really enjoyed his class!

Grow up people Forlenza is awesome, all you have to do is take notes in this class, the whole grade is based on tests and participation. Dr Forlenza is smart and interesting if people would actually participate in discussions and stop sitting there. Show some interest people this is college!

i loved this professor, he was very interesting to listen to. although his tests were harder than hell!! but i really enjoyed his class and ended up taking history 7 with him also.

This teacher can be boring at times, but maybe that is because I took the class at 6:50 am. Study for the tests and show up and you will do well. I looked online at the required book's website and found a mock test, they were the same questions on the final (just re-worded), but you still have to know the answers.

he's an awesome teacher from what i'm seeing. very informative and at the same time very helpful in not making us feel stupid

florenza......what can i say all his q's on the test dont cover the book *PAY ATENTION TO WHAT HE PUTS ON BOARD* does are on the test ......then its all cake! his easy i got an A

Dr. Florenza is a very informative professor, but he is a sophisticated instructor. The immature will not enjoy him at all!!! Every lecture go prepared-drink much coffee, you will need it to keep your eyes open!! Take notes constantly till your little hands cramp in pain.....study your notes and I promise you will get a high grade!!

Nice history class to take and just get out of the way. No HW: just lectures, memorizing, and three exams. He's a really good lecturer, but yeah, boring. There's really not much he can do make this class too interesting anyways. I thought it was pretty cool to just go in, sit back, and have a subject spoonfed right to you. Fell asleep, yeah.

This professor expects you to put in some effort, imagine that! I liked him, some days the lecture gave me droopy eyes. However, if you take notes and read you are guaranteed an A. he grades on a curve. I opened my book twice and received an "A".

It's fairly easy to receive a good grade in his class. He grades on a curve and goes through the material very well. Personally, I'm not too good w/ paying attention, but I was able to in this class and I learned alot. All you need to do is pay attention to lectures, take some notes and your good to go!

I just took this class and I found it to be very beneficial. I asked questions and he always had clear answers. If you show some interest and some effort (and you aren't rude to him) he'll help you. I studied a lot and felt comfortable with the tests. No homework, which is very nice. I only read the book twice- it's all from his lecture notes.

Cake, Cake, Cake...all you have to do is pay attention to his lecture as all test questions come from lecture. No homework, no need to read the book, He keeps it interesting and is extremely generous with the curve!

Mr. Forlenza was my favorite teacher at RCC. He didn't just teach straight from the book. He gave side notes on the characters and provided interesting stories you wouldn't normally know. He inspired me to want to become a history teacher. I wish I could take more classes from him.

easy easy easy!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! dont need to show up at every class... but he gives extra credit if you do. two essays (easy) and a midterm and final. no need to read book, helps if u follow along in book WHILE he lectures. offers some extra credit to help ur grade. tests/quizzes/essays based on his lectures... EZ!

easy teacher. for those who love all test and no homework. Got by with minimal attendance. make sure you go day before test though to be prepared for the tough essays on the tests. he talks the whole time, but gives lots of fun little facts.

He really knows his class.Fun and easy going,enjoys teaching his class.His weakness,however,is that his test somehow got sidetrack of what he talks in class.Then, the lack of interest of some students for history,and lastly the AMOUNT OF INFO that one needs to keep up.THOSE WHO LIKE TO TEXT IN CLASS DO ALL A FAVOR DROP INMEDIATELY. HE IS GREAT !!!

Ive take history 6 and 7 with Mr.Florenza and i can say that he is a great teacher. i know people say his class is boring but i enjoyed the stories and some of the fun facts. no class or homework. just take a lot of notes and study.

Great College Teacher!!! if your not taking college serious then just stay out of his class, dont waist his time or yours. !!book usage is low, take great notes he writes up on the board!! no hw just study an be ready for the test. pop quizes he lets you use notes. pay attention an youll pass

This guy is great! Just take notes while he lectures, ask questions when you don't understand something and you'll pass. If you find history boring, then this class isn't for you. Everyone that I met that had problems with this guy didn't like the subject anyway. I learned a ton from his class.

(Summer) Started with a C, but got used to his style and got an A. It is about taking good notes and studying them w/ his class. In the essay answers, include events & names. A major focus in his lectures and tests is cause and effect. The quizzes are cake if you take good notes. Pay more attention to mostly studying what he writes on the board.

Dr. Forlenza was my absolute favorite teacher in college. He inspired me to want to become a history teacher. He doesn't just give facts and dates, he gives interesting details about people so you really get to know these characters in history. Best classes ever if you like history. He's challenging, but so worth it if you really want to LEARN.

I loved actually taking this class because it was funny to hear all the little side stories that he gave during lecture. This is a lecture and test class only! So, don't take it if your a nervous test taker. But all in all I loved this class it was interesting. ^^

I really enjoyed this teacher. Yes, he lectures non-stop and he moves pretty fast, but he's an amiable guy who injects humor and interesting tidbits into his lectures and keeps it interesting. Your hand will hurt from taking notes. I think he appreciates and rewards class participation. So, don't be afraid to interact with the guy.

Many people complained about his tests but I found it to be their fault if they didn't pass. Nothing is on the test that he didn't go over in class. All test no homework. Make sure you know everything though because his test has things that you wouldn't think you need to remember. He grades on a very generous curve.Studying is needed for this class

Even though he was not up to date on current finding from historians, he is open-minded to anything scholarly pertaining to American history. The guy knows a lot about history, and is great about teaching those who truly want to learn.

Professor was very clear and knows his subject well. Lectures can get boring. Lot of emphasis on laws and acts. Lot of coverage on civil rights and Indian sufferage. Tests can be tricky. Lots of studing required.

i dont like history but i took his us history class over summer school, didnt read one page out of the book, and got an A in the class. He talks about everything he's going to test you on, so if you take really good notes, and study the guidelines he gives you, you'll do well.

As much as I love history and stuff like that, I will say that this guy is not an easy A. If you just show up, you will learn. He gives out unannounced extra credit quizzes to help boost yer grade. Three tests, three extra credit chances. No BS paper. Nice guy too. The better yer notes are, the better chance at recieving all extra credit points.

He knows his stuff. I would recommend that you show up for every class. Extra Credits will bump you at least one whole grade.

If your willing to show up to class and take good notes and ask questions you will do fine. Didn't use the book once but studied my notes. 3 tests make up your grade. Before each test he gives Extra credit quizzes (open note). If you like history I suggest him, he knows his stuff and tries his best to keep a boring subject interesting. Got an A :)

Class is hard,your grade will reflect quality of notes. Gives quizzes that could be added to test scores. Professor is passionate about history and very funny. You will absolutely learn! Keeps the class interesting with historical trivia. Will absolutely take class with him again!

Class focuses primarily on reading the textbook and taking good notes. No powerpoints, but he gives cues when he's talking about something important by writing the topic on the board. Definitely shows a passion for history, and makes it very interesting to learn. If you show up, take notes, and study well and hard, you'll get an A.

Very straight-forward class. Gives extra credit quizes and grades on a curve plus there is no need for the book. That being said, you need to show up to class. The three tests are based on lecture and you have to take fantastic notes. If you suck at note taking by word of mouth then don't take him. There are no power point presentations etc.

Dr.Forlenza is an amazing professor. Take this class if you are willing to learn. Quizzes are added at end of year and they help. Provides a lot of historic trivia. Very funny, although may not look that way. He is very passionate about history. Knows his stuff. Will recomend highly. It was a pleasure to take his class.

His is a good teacher. If you took notes and read the book then you can pass the test. Everything he lectured on was on the test. I learned alot. Yeah, he doesn't use handouts or powerpoint, but his lectures make you think. If you are planning an transfering to a 4 year university, your grade is usually based on 2 exams and a paper.

He is a great teacher! He enjoys teaching! Its my favorite class this semester. He gives extra credit and that helps a lot with your grade!! Very easy class if you study and take notes! He gives a handout study for each test! I enjoy going to his class...I have an A+ right now...I took the same course with another professor and I got a D ...weird

Extremely nice guy! The class is all lecture, though, so it can be hard to keep up. The tests are pretty butt-kicking! Well, they kicked mine at least. Still sure I'll pass, though. Gives lots of extra credit and will gladly help you if you ask for it. My uncle took his class and found his humor dry. I think he's HILARIOUS!

Offers a fresh brand of history. A great storyteller. His words come alive. Animated, witty, succinct, coherent. Speaks fluent English. High syntax. Delivers top-notch speeches enhanced by occasional sophisticated humor. Often charismatic. Does his job. Forlenza is a smart guy who you can talk to. Not snobbish. Competent, confident, yet respectful.

A man of impressive wit, Dr. Gerard Forlenza speaks English as if he invented it. He never has trouble expressing himself verbally. The word is "articulate." In other words, Gerard never gets verbally paralyzed trying to figure out the right combination of words to verbalize. The man's just sharp. Rating: 10 out of 10

Lectures for the WHOLE classtime without taking a breath, so bring a pillow. Gives out a study sheet for each test 2 weeks prior so make FLASHCARDS for each test and study them if you want an 'A'. Textbook is not really necessary. I used 'history.com' to find my info. I only studied for the final and got a C in the class.

Forlenza is a great history teacher. He is very funny and extremely knowledgable. I never once read the textbook, his lectures covered all the material, and he gave us a study guide and specified what would be used for essay questions. Very helpful, I recommend him highly.

This is a lecture class, make sure to take excellent notes (the more accurate your notes the less you need the book)! Florenza was one of my favorite teachers at RCC, really swell guy.

I really enjoyed this class. All lecture, no homework, 2 tests and a final. pretty simple. His lectures are pretty interesting. make sure to take good notes during the lecture because they really help for the test and for the extra credit quizzes he gives. I would recommend him to any one who needs to take History 6.

Great teacher. He is really easy and helpful. he will spend alot of time talking and doesn't have clear notes exactly but just write down the obviously important stuff and it will be fine. I got an A without even reading the book. focus on notes.

Very Nice man, super knowledgable... be sure to take notes as quizzes are dependant on them,straight lecture throughout class

Excellent teacher. He covers everything in his lecture. Make sure to bring a recorder and take notes home because you might miss something very important that will be tested on the exams. He offers a lot of extra credit points. He doesn't mention the day of extra credit quizzes, so do not miss any day if you want those points.

This class is only based on the lectures. He grades very easily, which is nice! However, don't take this class if you have a short attention span. There's no way to really make up the material you missed if you don't go to a class. He tells you exactly what will be on the tests and quizzes, however.

Very easy class! He tends to skip around the subjects, but if you do his study guides and take some notes, it is easy to pass. He also give pop quizzes as extra credit before a test. There are only 2 tests and the final.

Great teacher,knows his stuff he explains if you ask, *Verbal Lecture only! no PowerPoint so this class is definitely not for you if you have a short attention span. 3 tests and 3 Extra credit quizes no Mandatory H.W. but it does help if you read the book.

No, this class isn't a walk in the park, but I'd say give him a chance. The thing about history is that there is a lot of information to be obtained, and the man knows his stuff. The other thing I like about him is that he's approachable and understanding, unlike many other professors I've taken.

Very nice man. I liked the lectures more than most. Take good notes as you will need them for pop tests that will determine your grade. All lecture and test were very hard but I think he grades on a curve because I would have failed if he did not. If you have a good rote memory you should do fine. Tough class.

Great professor! Simply lectures but makes them interesting and adds a lot of humor. His tests are very straight forward and he offers pop extra credit quizzes. Great for somebody who wants to take US history without having to waste time with projects/essays/etc. Simply two midterms and a final.

History lecture maybe boring, but that's the case with every teacher. Though the class might be at some point boring, he is hilarious, and offers extra credit, plus if you take notes and do the study guide you'll pass the class easily. I do recommend

I really liked this class because he tells history like he's telling a story and you can tell he likes talking about his subject. As long as you read your book and take notes you will get an A. He also offers extra credit.

Professor Forlenza loves to lecture and that's all he does. There are 2 tests worth 100 points each and a final worth 200 points. He does offer about 4 extra credit assignments,if you take good notes this class is an easy A. No PowerPoint's, homework, or video's. Straight lecture with some humor. He knows History in every detail.

I took History 6 with professor Forlenza and passed with and A. The class can seem hard because your grade is based on 2 tests and a final, but its not. Just go to class everyday, take notes, and read the book and you should be good. Plus he offers pop extra credit quizzes on some days which really help boost your grade, plus has a curve, 85% is A.

Loved Professor Forlenza. Best teacher I have had at RCC hands down! Very helpful, lectures were interesting, chances for extra credit with quizzes (allowed to use notes!), 3 term exams, and very willing to take time and help. He is a very nice man, and he generally cares. I will take his 7 just to have him again.

I said the tests are tough because you need to make sure you put in the work and study, If you don't you will have it rough. Come to class, take notes, and listen to the lectures. The class is pretty much lectures, but Mr. Forlenza knows his history. Pay attention, because he offers you plenty of chances to succeed.

Professor Forlenza is hands down the BEST professer I have had at RCC. His lectures are great, and he makes them interesting and fun. Make sure to take ALOT of notes and read the textbook. It also helps to make study guides. He offers a ton of extra credit that is easy to receive, but only if you take really specific notes in class.

Read. The. Book. Read the book, take good notes, and you'll pass. He only gives out 3 exams throughout the semester. He's pretty funny and you can tell the guy loves his history. He also gives out 4 extra credit quizzes. If you read and take notes, you'll get the A, easy. Taking him again for HIS-7

A guideline to getting an A in Forlenza 1. Take notes on everything he says and being the because the extra credit quizzes are open note 2. his study guides are trash read the book and annotate it cover all the chapters that he says 3. You need to know everything not what the topic is you need to know who,why, and the sequence of events

Very good lectures. The man knows his information and makes the course interesting.

He doesn't assign any homework, so your grade is based off exams & quizzes. Make sure you take notes on his lectures because he lets you use them on the quizzes. Those quizzes will help boost your grade. He tries to make his lectures more fun by describing people's character, but it can still be boring. Easy class if you give the effort.

Very thorough, if he repeats himself, make sure you know it. It will most likely be on the test. He lectures without any powerpoints& the study guides helps you if you have it out when he's lecturing, so you can take note of what he's talking about. Reading the book is vital! Gives extra-credit quizzes that are open notes&they can save your grade!

He talks the whole entire class and only writes like 7 topics on the board as he talks about them. You need to be a good listener and take very good notes. Theres a total of 3 tests (including the final) and there are multiple quizzes. You can use notes on the quizzes but not on the tests. The quizzes are extra credit. Laugh at his jokes.

If you want a free A stop going to school. School is not for lazy people. You have to read and attend every class to pass. I recorded every session and listened to key stuff based on the study guide and notes and compared to reading. When you actually understand the context most of the questions are almost obvious no brainers.

Prof Forlenza is fantastic if you are ok with lectures with no slides. He really paints a picture and conveys the understanding of a particular period, brings up great examples, and provides colorful details. All tests are based on his lectures; he gives out study guides well in advance. Grades are based on three tests; pop-quizze are extra credit.

Had him for history 6 this semester. Great lectures! Forlenza has a way with words and lectures as though he's telling a story. You can tell he's so passionate about the subject; it's inspiring. Also, he gives a lot of extra credit and gives you complete study guides long before the exams. Write a lot of notes, though! You won't get an A otherwise.

I love this professor. He is difficult, no visual aids, paints a vivid picture of history through his story telling. Take notes! Follow the study guide in class through his lecture! Record lectures. He offeres more than enough open notes extra credit quizzses.

I didn't open the textbook once for his class but still got an A. You only get 3 tests throughout the semester along with some pop quizzes (which only count for EC on your final grade!) If you show up to the lectures and take good notes, it's an easy A. He goes over everything that's on the tests and gives you a list of what you need to know.

There are 3 exams/2 midterms/1 final which aren't accumulative which makes it a little easier. There's a lot information to be taught, he gives out study guides - super helpful, and few pop quizzes all for EC. I strongly recommend taking him.

This professor gives out extra credit quizzes and exams only. He is a really good lecturer and grades really really well. Very knowledgeable teacher thats down to earth. Definitely recommend him as a Professor

2 Midterms and Final dictate your grade. He does gives extra credit quizzes that only add points to your overall grade. If you ever wondered what a History of Magic class would be at Hogwarts, take this class. He stands in front of the class and lectures. He gives a study list per test and lectures on those topics. Follow along + take good notes!

I actually absorbed information. Great story teller makes it more memorable and better on exams. Exams were hard though but he gives a lot of extra credit. first class where I actually remembered almost everything and took it with me.

class was a lil difficult since he just lectures but overall is a great teacher and knows what he is talking about. Get the book! And write notes!! Got a D in both test but extra credit quizzes came through ended up passing with an A. He is very passionate abt history which is good! His jokes are funny too. Only 3 test including final and extra C.

I had him in the Winter semester so it was hard staying awake through 3 hours of lecture. However, he tries to make it interesting and gives every opportunity for his students to succeed as long as they put in the effort. Taking good notes is crucial to scoring high on exams and quizzes. Reading the textbook was also very important.

Very lecture heavy but interesting class overall. Take good notes and read the book. If you're looking for an easy A this class may not be for you. Its a great lecture based course and I liked that he didn't rely on powerpoints, he definitely knows his stuff.

Professor Forlenza is a good professor. He is very knowledgable about US History. His lectures are more vocal than visual. He mostly talks during lectures, and he doesn't provide power points so be sure to have a pen and paper ready. There is a lot of reading, so make sure to get the textbook. His class can be easy, you just need to have effort.

Professor Forlenza is great, his course is very lecture heavy and if you don't take good notes, don't expect to pass. The textbook is essential, as are the readings. He gives clear feedback and includes funny anecdotes in lectures that make historical figures seem... well--more human. Trust me, you'll learn a lot and it's a great class.

My favorite history professor at RCC. The class is lecture heavy and requires a textbook that you definitely rely on, there is little to no homework just essays and quizzes. I enjoy his lectures and find them very informative and he somewhat adds a bit of humor to an otherwise humorless subject.

Took His6 in person and His7 Online. Professor Forlenza is very lecture heavy, but he gives you all the information you need for the tests. Gives study guides for each test with all the requires terminology included. The lectures might be boring to some, but I enjoyed his lecture style. If you are paying attention and take good notes you'll pass

Prof. Forlenza is a real GEM. He does live lectures Tuesdays and Thursdays 2:30-4:00. 3-4 essays and 2 tests before the final exam. Exams are timed. Just read the chapters, take notes, watch his lectures and youll be great. Hes funny and very outgoing. Answers his emails pretty quick and grades your work the next day!

Online exams and final for this class is very hard .. I don't like reading so I just listen to his lectures and took notes , his lectures follows the exam study guides he gives you at the beginning of the class, usually in order .. has sense of humor , and likes to talk about politics back in those days . 4 essays, 2 exams , and a final

He expects you to have read the textbook by the end of the term but you really don't need to. The tests are mainly lecture based. He does give extra credit quizzes every few weeks that are open note. Only negative things is he doesn't update your grade until the end of the term, other than that pretty good teacher and easy class.

This was a tough class even as a History major, but I learned a lot. For taking notes, I highly recommend following the study guide he hands out. He will go over almost every term on the study guide. The tests are little challenging with the way he words his questions. E.G Which of these is not true about? Lots of extra credit for cushion on test.

He is great and pretty funny during his lectures. For sure read the book before class so that you can have an idea of the lectures. Very lecture heavy so i wouldnt rec skipping. You may also miss a fat extra credit quizz (around 7-15 points). He gives out a lot of extra credit quiz so study for them. I got an A bc of that

Overall amazing Professor, beyond fair in grading. Attendance not required but recommended to get as much information about the corse topics.

I just had this professor for history 6 and I was genuinely intrigued with his lectures. His lectures are him just talking so it can be a bit tedious to stay focused. It also requires a lot of reading. However he gives extra credit quizzes that allows notes and that help with your test scores. His grading is also very lenient compared to others.

This is a guaranteed A for sure.

The other ratings are too harsh. During class it is all lectures, but as long as you take notes you will be fine. The entire class is based on 3 tests, but he gives so much extra credit you could have 15-20 points before even starting the test. He is very knowledgeable on his subject matter and has a very dry, but funny sense of humor.

Grade is based solely on exams and extra credit quizzes. Lectures consist of just him talking and occasionally writing words on the board. He gives a list of topics that will be on the exam, your job is just to read and study each topic using the book. No homework, doesn't use canvas or power point/worksheets. You'll need to put in the work.

Forlenza is great and gets way too much hate from lazy people who don't know how college works. I have had him for HIS 6, 7, and 11 and if you're a history major, he actually cares about his subject and is entertaining in his lectures. If you just need to pass for gen ed reqs, then there isn't an easier and less stressful class you could take.

I was nervous going into the class but was surprised. Is a tough grader but makes you a better student. Don't be lazy and you'll pass