4.4

James Magee

Political Science - University of Delaware

4.4
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He's robert california from the office and its incredible

POSC403 - 5.0 rating

Probably the best professor at UD

POLSCIENCE - 5.0 rating
Class Info

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Reviews (115)
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2.0
POSC105
Dec 14, 1999

Knows his stuff, usually non-partisan, sometimes lectures leave you confused...

4.0
2.0
105
Dec 14, 1999

No Comments

5.0
3.0
POSC10
Mar 13, 2000

Genius in his field; increadily great guy

5.0
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105
Grade: Not_Sure_Yet
Apr 5, 2000

He's the man!

5.0
2.0
POSC105
Apr 7, 2000

Wonderful professor. I can't wait to take more of his courses!

5.0
2.0
POSC105
Apr 17, 2000

Such a nice guy!

5.0
1.0
POSC150
Oct 27, 2000

Great professor, great class. Kind and knowledgable. Read the book!

5.0
1.0
POSC1500
Nov 9, 2000

Makes sure in lecture that you what you need to for the test. Recommend to all!

5.0
1.0
POSC150H
Nov 15, 2000

Read text or go to class. One or the other is enough for an "A". Great Guy!

5.0
1.0
POSC150
Nov 20, 2000

Go to class to find out exam dates then just read book. GREAT CLASS AND PROF!

5.0
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POSC404
Nov 26, 2000

Very Good knowledgeable teacher. Judicial Process is very very hard though

5.0
2.0
POSC150
Jan 18, 2001

Excellent teacher...knows what he is talking about

5.0
1.0
POSC150
Jan 27, 2001

SO nice! Lecture notes ONLINE, tests MC or essay (your choice). Just great.

5.0
4.0
POSC150
Feb 5, 2001

Great Teacher. Some of his test questions were ambiguous. Take this class!!

5.0
2.0
150H
Feb 9, 2001

Great teacher. Definitely knows his stuff and is helpful during office hours.

5.0
3.0
POSC150
Grade: Not_Sure_Yet
Apr 24, 2001

"American Political System" w/Magee is great, I learned a lot

5.0
4.0
POSC100
Grade: Not_Sure_Yet
May 4, 2001

Very well read and intelligent. Great guy out of the classroom too.

5.0
4.0
100
May 8, 2001

Very Good course if you have to take it take it with him the girls think hes sex

5.0
2.0
POSC100
May 9, 2001

Absolute best prof, advisor, friend at UD. Take him and get to know him. Great!

5.0
3.0
POSC100
May 13, 2001

Not only is he a great prof, he's also a great friend and advisor, my fave prof!

5.0
3.0
POSC150
May 16, 2001

he makes u want to go to class at 9:30 in the morning

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3.0
POSC150
May 16, 2001

Hate political science, but LOVED magee!!

5.0
2.0
POSC406
Nov 16, 2001

Very intelligent. A bit liberal but a great guy

5.0
3.0
POS
Nov 19, 2001

Very intelligent, interesting and fun.

5.0
3.0
POS
Nov 19, 2001

You will want to go to his classes!

5.0
2.0
POSC100
Nov 29, 2001

I LOVED this class,it made me change my major to POSC, he's definitely sexy too.

5.0
2.0
POSC10015
Jan 4, 2002

Far and away the best teacher I have had at any level.Take his classes!

4.0
4.0
POSC441
Feb 2, 2002

No Comments

5.0
2.0
POSC1001
Grade: A
Feb 7, 2002

This guy is awesome... one of the best teachers i have ever had... TAKE HIm!!

3.0
3.0
POSC100
Feb 21, 2002

No Comments

5.0
1.0
POSC404
Feb 25, 2002

No Comments

5.0
3.0
POSC100
Apr 16, 2002

love the class - very interesting! thinking of changing my major to posc!!

2.0
4.0
POSC100
May 14, 2002

No Comments

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3.0
POSC100
Grade: A
Jul 26, 2002

stay away from him if you can, can't teach, exams hard, TA does all the grading

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3.0
POSC101
Aug 6, 2002

group work weighs 2 much on grade, not very clear or insightful, not impressive

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POSC405
Aug 27, 2002

He is everything a college professor should be

4.0
2.0
POSC
Sep 6, 2002

He's a really interesting prof. and tests are easy and predictable,plus he's HOT

5.0
2.0
POSC150
Oct 15, 2002

Older than my father but he's sexy,great prof, very smart, easy exams

5.0
2.0
POSC150
Nov 11, 2002

grt prof. HOT! grt snse of hmr. grt class. get to know him, awsme all around!

5.0
2.0
POSC150
Nov 25, 2002

im a guy, and i still think this guy is friggen hot

5.0
2.0
POSC150
Nov 25, 2002

HOTT!!- extremely monotone lectures, but GREAT voice...and EXTREMELY sexy!!

3.0
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POSC150
Jan 12, 2003

boring as ever. skip class and read your way to a B

5.0
3.0
POSC402
Feb 28, 2003

Wonderful teacher, wonderful person. Made an impact on my life.

5.0
2.0
POSC
Mar 5, 2003

I really like this professor he's got a smooth voice that won't put you to sleep and he's interesting . I don't see the hottness but hey.

5.0
2.0
POSC150
Mar 6, 2003

I think he's secretly James Bond.

4.0
2.0
POSC150
Apr 5, 2003

Attempts to lean you to the Left.

5.0
1.0
POLI150
Apr 14, 2003

Okay hes old but sexy - Everything a prof should be. Gives great notes, easy to listen to, only three exams with a fourth optional one to cancel out your lowest grade

4.0
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POSC150
May 21, 2003

Good professor....explains things fairly well....tests can be a little confusing...but not too hard....good class

4.0
3.0
POCI150
May 22, 2003

easy to follow, notes online

5.0
1.0
POSC150
May 23, 2003

Explains topics well and in an interesting way. All notes posted online, exam questions can be a little obscure. Review Sessions are extremely helpful...and the TA is hot

5.0
2.0
POSC150
Jun 2, 2003

Put me to sleep every class, notes online though so really didn't mind getting a good nap

4.0
2.0
POSC51
Jun 24, 2003

enjoyable class, easy to follow. and damn, he's hot baby.

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POSC150
Jul 29, 2003

Pretty good teacher. No work besides tests, which have a ri-donk-ulous # of chapters in them. So keep up with the book and the WEBCT notes he posts. Class is only neccessary once a week really. Multiple choice tests that can be hard and he drops one.

5.0
2.0
POSC150
Sep 3, 2003

Gorgeous looking man. Very clear, secretary like with details. He will paint the general poly sci pic for you and if you generally understand the notes you can do well. 3 tests , optional final. drop one test

4.0
2.0
POSC150
Sep 3, 2003

easy class. nice professor... unconsciously puts on a haavard accent during lectures that mysteriously disappears after class...

3.0
3.0
POSC150
Sep 9, 2003

No Comments

5.0
2.0
POSC367
Jan 6, 2004

Magee is a cool dude. Cares about students and everyone does well. lectures can get boring if you arent interested in the subject. knows his stuff.

5.0
2.0
POSC401
Mar 23, 2004

the best prof at UD, he is interesting and helpful, and he actually cares about his students, tests are a breeze if you do the readings

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POSC150
Mar 31, 2004

Best Professor at UD...Great class, very easy to follow, you'll learn a lot in this class. If you do the reading and pay attention the tests are not hard.

5.0
1.0
POSC150
Apr 10, 2004

Great Guy! Great Teacher. Knows his stuff...go to class, study, and you'll do fine. BUT A GREAT GUY

5.0
3.0
POSC150
Apr 24, 2004

What can I say besides sexy? Makes a boring class somewhat interesting. He's unique, and you cant not like him. Brilliant man. Go to class. Tests are tough, but youll get a B if you study decently. Very calm cool and collected.

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3.0
POSC150
Apr 26, 2004

I love this guy. He's got a dry sense of humor and is pretty witty. Find his Amer. Gov class much more interesting than the AP one I took in hs. Sexy in that older man sort of way...

5.0
2.0
POSC150
May 17, 2004

Easy class. Only Three tests just go to class the first half of the semester then if your doing good catch up on your sleep. P.S Very Boring

5.0
2.0
POSC
May 25, 2004

Best teacher I have ever had. He speaks with absolute knowledge, because he has it.

5.0
1.0
POSC150
Jun 2, 2004

Excellent professor. Has great knowledge of subject. You will learn a lot AND get an A with just a tiny bit of effort.

5.0
4.0
POLSCIENCE
Apr 13, 2005

Probably the best professor at UD. He is certainly one of the most knowledgeable. I probably learned more from his undergrad con law course than I did in my con law class at law school. If you're thinking about law school, this is a prof you should definitely take.

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2.0
POSC150
May 11, 2005

Hands down, the best teacher at the university. He makes political science, which can be very dry for many, interesting. Lectures are comprehensive and thought provoking. Just go to class and you'll get an A.

4.0
2.0
POSC150
May 16, 2005

Amazing teacher. You can tell this man is absolutely brilliant. I am really interested in politics, so I loved going to the class. He made me so interested in the subject. I never really read the book, just defined the key terms, went to class, and took good notes. Loved the class, and he's kinda hot too :)

3.0
4.0
POSC150
Grade: A
May 23, 2005

WAY too hard for a 100 level course. Has pop quizzes all the time so you ALWAYS have to go to class, and have to read the ENTIRE book.. TWICE, just to get a B. Optional final is a plus though.

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POSC150
May 29, 2005

this class sucked, those pop quizzes will get you even if you go to class. there's too much information for it to be a 100 level class

4.0
4.0
POSC150
Jun 6, 2005

class is important because of pop quizzes. After that its just reading the book and knowing the information from it. Exams can be tricky.

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402
Aug 30, 2005

Reading is extremely important... pop quizzes and test were difficult

5.0
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POSC105
Dec 9, 2005

Sounds like Mufasa from the Lion King. Funny guy, great teacher, easy A with minimal studying.

3.0
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POSC150
Dec 11, 2005

I won't lie. I hate this guy. He really sucks. Do the work and go to his dry class and you will do alright.

5.0
2.0
POSC
Dec 16, 2005

Ive taken him 3 times, hes my favorite professor at UD. Unbelievably understandable and helpful when you are confused. The pop quizzes are easy if you do the reading, and his class will help you with any other constitutional law class you may take.

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401
Dec 16, 2005

Definitely among the best professors I've ever had. Not an 'easy' A, but with a class like this what you learn is more important than the grade you get anyway - he knows so much about the subject. If you work as hard as he does in teaching it, you'll be very happy with your investment at the end of the semester. Highly recommend.

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3.0
POSC105
Apr 18, 2006

Professor Magee's classes are very interesting and clear. He is extremely dedicated and the best professor I've had at UD.

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POSC402
May 26, 2006

Magee is the best professor I've ever had. If you have any interest in con law, or poli sci at all, his classes are a good option. You have to do work, and pop quizzes make you show up, but it'll be the one class you actually do want to go to. If you improve over the semester at all, the numbers don't even matter. He's wonderful.

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3.0
POSC150402
Jun 3, 2006

excelent profesor, show up and do your reading and you'll get a good grade. defenitly worthwhile.

5.0
2.0
POSC150
Nov 17, 2006

Magee is an amazing professor who clearly knows his material. He even invited my class over to his house and cooked us dinner! This man doesnt simply teach poli sci, he teaches a love for poli sci, and builds that in his students.

5.0
3.0
POSC401
Jan 18, 2007

Magee is the best professor at UD. He cares about each and every one of his students, and tries to show you how much he loves the subject. I would take a class with him on anything. For 401, do the readings and show up, and he'll teach you everything you need to know for the tests.

5.0
2.0
POSC1813
Mar 4, 2007

Best professor at UD. I just wish I had more than once course with him. Makes you really understand constitutional law.

4.0
5.0
POSC150H
Dec 3, 2007

Good class. American politics are not really my thing, but he made the class interesting. Also my advisor- very good in helping to plan and advise other classes.

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POSC150H
Jan 15, 2008

Professor Magee was an amazing professor. Maybe its because it's my major, but his lectures left me in awe much of the time. He was very helpful, and I never had trouble meeting him in his office. He was a bit hard, but if you listen to him, and know the main topics well, you should be able to get at least a B on his tests. Strongly recommend him.

3.0
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POSC150
Mar 18, 2008

Interesting professor. I had him for a giant lecture, but you could tell that he's really passionate about his subject and I bet he'd be a great prof for a smaller class. He's a fair grader, but his exams can be a bit difficult.

5.0
3.0
POSC402
Sep 10, 2008

Magee is such a good professor that he can even make a mundane class like constitutional law interesting. He is passionate, dedicated, and completely knowledgeable about his subject. You have to read, you have to show up, and you have to think. If you can do all of those things, don't miss taking a con law class with him!

5.0
3.0
POSC150
Nov 5, 2008

I love this man. He made me change my major to polisci simply because of his passion for the topic and his way of teaching. For a big lecture, he makes you feel like he's talking to you.

5.0
4.0
POSC402
Dec 17, 2008

Magee is the man. He is such an amazing professor. Completely knowledgeable about law. Took this class for a POSC requirement but now I'm seriously considering law school b/c of him. You must go to class, read every day, and study like crazy for the exam. Very hard class but so worth it.

3.0
4.0
POSC151
Dec 19, 2008

Participate in class. I had him for honors, so class attendance was important. If you are unclear with any essay questions just email him and he's pretty good at getting back to you. His enthusiasm is amazing! Definitely not a boring class and great for poli sci majors.

5.0
2.0
POSC150
Jan 22, 2009

Not an easy A, but a great professor. A very kind and caring man.

4.0
3.0
POSC150
Apr 8, 2009

Attend class, study for the clicker quizzes, and you are sure to do well in his course. He connects with the students, and even in a large lecture room, it still feels like he is talking to you only.

3.0
5.0
POSC150
Apr 20, 2009

Words cannot express how much I hate this class. Magee is nice enough and is definitely knowledgeable about his class, but his tests are nigh impossible and he can come off as a little arrogant. I'm averaging A's in all my other classes, but I have a high C or low B in his. Huge lecture class- not recommended.

5.0
2.0
POSC150
May 14, 2009

Great professor - knows his stuff, also a really awesome guy. Textbook readings aren't too bad and there is only one short paper and occasional quizzes in class. If you are taking POSC150, take it with Magee for sure.

5.0
1.0
POSC150
May 30, 2009

If you follow politics aka can watch a political talk show and understand it you will do fine in this class. Easy A

4.0
2.0
POSC150
Jun 15, 2009

If he didn't give random pop quizzes on class notes, you would never have to go to the class. His lectures come out of the textbook (sometimes they're word for word) so if you take notes with the textbook you should have no problem getting a good grade. He's a nice, obviously intelligent guy and you can tell he really loves teaching.

5.0
2.0
POSC150
Dec 8, 2009

Overall Magee is a great teacher. He knows his political science. If you go to class and pay attention you don't need to read the textbook, and the subject matter is relatively simple. Take the multiple choice options of the tests, and go to the study sessions he offers before the exams. If you do these things,you can't get less than a B.

4.0
2.0
POSC150
Dec 8, 2009

Easy class, all he does is lecture from a power point, but you have to read the book too. He also has a pop quiz every once and a while, which is why you have to class. Other than that good teacher and easy class.

4.0
4.0
POSC250
May 5, 2010

Attendance is is a must

4.0
3.0
POSC150
May 11, 2010

I loved American Political Systems. Magee is a very engaged teacher, knows the subject so well, and makes it interesting. I really liked this course and added a Poli Sci minor after taking it. He grades fairly if not a little toughly,but you have plenty of opportunities to get your grade up (a paper, three tests, participation,etc). Take this class

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POSC404
May 27, 2010

james magee demands a lot from his students, and you will be rewarded in the end. he's very intelligent and engaging and the best professor at this university.

4.0
4.0
POSC4XX
Jul 12, 2010

Went abroad with him. LOVE HIM.

5.0
3.0
POSC150
Aug 20, 2010

Really good teacher, has pop quizzes randomly so go to class, tests are pretty straight forward not a bad class.

5.0
3.0
POSC402
Dec 18, 2010

He's still one of the best...

5.0
4.0
POSC150
Aug 5, 2011

Interesting class good professor

5.0
4.0
POSC402
Dec 7, 2011

The best professor I've ever had at UD. Very passionate about Constitutional Law. Tough class, but if you work hard you will actually learn something. I would take more classes with him just to have him again as a professor.

5.0
4.0
POSC405
Jul 4, 2012

By far one of the best professors I've had at Delaware. Lectures were interesting. Never pulled out my phone during the 3 hour class with him. If you put in the work and go to class you'll learn a lot with Dr. Magee. He's helpful if you go to office hours.

5.0
3.0
POSC402
Dec 5, 2012

I struggled in the start of the semester but he never lost hope in me. He cares about his students and how they do in the class. You must read and attend class. The material is interesting and I loved the course by the end.

5.0
3.0
POSC403
Dec 6, 2012

Hands down Magee is the best poly sci professor in the department. I wish they'd fire everyone else and have him teach everything. He's clear, helpful, and obviously has a mastery of what he teaches you. You have to do the case reading if you want to pass the class, and he makes that known day one of class. TAKE HIM BEFORE YOU GRADUATE!!!

5.0
4.0
POSC402
Dec 18, 2012

It's not easy, but it's doable. If you put in the effort and actually do your readings and try then you'll be absolutely fine. Magee is the best teacher I've ever had because he actually cares to explain everything to you. He WANTS you to learn and do well. He's great, and he pulls interesting case law to discuss. Great guy you should take him.

5.0
3.0
POSC402
Jan 11, 2013

Not an "easy A" but EXTREMELY rewarding. His pop quizzes may seem like a pain during the semester, but they force you to read for every class which pays off big time when the exams come. He is by far the most fair teacher there is--he cares most about improvement and will work with you to get the best grade you can. Will be taking him again

4.0
3.0
POSC403
Mar 5, 2013

He's super nice he makes the class interesting I want to take his class again

3.0
2.0
POSC150
Apr 4, 2013

This professor is irredeemably rude. He takes a few minutes every class to try to convince people to drop the class and has repeatedly stopped class because someone was texting, going on a 10 minute tangent about how that student was wasting time. While I learned a decent amount, Magee's unjustified sour disposition ruined the class for me.

5.0
4.0
POSC
Apr 4, 2013

By far the best professor I've had at UD and my favorite teacher of all times. He is extremely passionate about the subject and is insanely intelligent and captivating. He makes you want to listen in lecture, and tries to help you understand as best as possible. I've taken like 3-4 classes with him and I absolutely love him!

5.0
4.0
POSC403
Mar 9, 2014

He's robert california from the office and its incredible.

5.0
4.0
PSC4XX
Nov 24, 2014

Have taken several classes with him. He is by far the best professor at ud. There is a reason he has received 3 teaching awards. Cares about his students and wants them to learn. His classes aren't for slackers. Put in the effort and you will be rewarded.

Class Info

Textbook Required

100%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

A+

59% confidence
Based on 3 grades
Most common grades:
Not_Sure_Yet (3)
A (3)
Grade Distribution
A(3)B(0)C(0)D(0)F(0)A-/B+(0)
Based on 6 reported grades
Not_Sure_Yet: 3
A: 3
Rating Trend

Stable

+0.01 avg change
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Jan
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Last 6 months
Ratings by Course

100

5.0

(1)

401

5.0

(1)

POSC10

5.0

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POSC1500

5.0

(1)

POSC404

5.0

(3)
+29 more courses
Difficulty by Course

402

5.0

100

4.0

POSC441

4.0

POLSCIENCE

4.0

POSC151

4.0

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