The tests were pretty easy. He gives pop quizzes that are easy if you have payed attention to all the lectures.

I liked Dr. Hankins. He was reasonably thorough in his lectures, and the tests never contained material that wasn't covered or assigned as extra reading. My only problem with the class was that it was supposed to go to A.D. 1500, and we barely made it to 1000, but Hankins can't be blamed for that.

dr. hankins is a good teacher. he knows what he is talking about and is very detailed in his lectures. his test are fairly easy if you've payed attention and gives pop quizes that add up to a test grade and lets you drop the lowest one. read over your notes before class and you'll be fine.

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I liked Dr. Hankins. He's hard, but fair. He really knows his stuff, and obviously likes talking about history, which is cool.

the man really knows his history, but he is so boring. i have a public sleeping phobia, but i fell asleep in his class almost day we met. it was ridiculous.

he's a good teacher, he knows what he is talken about and presents his thoughts clear. easy to take notes and if you have any questions he will gladly answer them. he was interesting to listen to. go to class and take notes and you will do fine. not big on dates, but he does like you to know people.

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The professor is very knowledgeable, but the time period doesn't allow the class a full respect of that said knowledge. I am very happy that I was in his class, because he focused on the effects of history to the people, and the time. I would love to take another course under his direction anyday. I recommend him very highly to anyone whi asks.

He's a pretty good history teacher (i'm a hist major) but he can tend to get alittle boring at times. His tests are fairly easy and he has a quiz now and then that he usually gives fair warning of. overall one of the better history teachers i've had.

Dr. Hankins talks alot, no need for a book, just the first test because there is a map. Must be able to take notes, and be in class because he gives random quizes that total to a 100 point test grade. It's best to bring a tape recorder.

I would have had an A were it not for the pop quizzes he gives. Dont forget to study for them. Otherwise it was interesting stuff and the tests werent too bad.

Kind of looks like Voldemort before his face was fully developed. BUT! DOnt hold this against him. He's pretty cool. Study for tests at subway. You will do good.

Im making A's on all the tests, but those quizzes have me barely making a B. The only reason the quizzes are there is to make you show up. He is the smartest history teacher, but dont take him early in the morning bc he will put you to sleep.

Quizzes are a PAIN and usually difficult. Test are usually easy however the questions are very vague and ambiguous if you're used to detailed tests. Study lists of things. If he repeats something learn it. If you have questions go by his office and ask. The man loves to eat candy in lectures, and you need to be IN CLASS because he checks twice.

This man knows history, big time. This subject can be pretty boring, I think he did a great job teaching it in a view that made it more interesting. He really is a nice man but he doesn't like idiots, he likes intelligent, respectfull students. His Quizes R Brutal, made A's on all the test and barley got a B. Dont waste $ on a Book. TAKE NOTES!

If you write pretty well and take his advise on your writing, you should do just fine. The midterm was a series of essays, which, if you study, are not bad. He accepted the final research paper early, "graded" it, and returned it before it was actually due which enabled us to correct our mistakes before turning it in for a grade.

...I felt like I was in trouble every day I walked in class. He was really nice during office hours though. I got a B in the class...but I WORKED for that B. Great guy outside of class...but...if you are not a history major AND have, want, or wish to maintain a good and HIGH GPA...avoid his class at all costs.

Hankins is difficult, no way of getting around that. He lecture's the whole class period, but does give a ten minute break. His tests are relatively easy, if you've taken good notes. He gives an essay on every test, but tells you what it is going to be on before hand. His quizzes are difficult, they usually cover the reading in addition to notes.

DO NOT TAKE... unless your absolute love history or love a challenge. I worked my butt off in this class and got a C. He lectures the WHOLE time, minus a 5-10 min break. Didn't use the book once, save your money. Has increadibly hard multiple choice on tests from his lectures. The quizes hurt bad, 5 MC usually from the extra readings. Do not take!!

I don't understand the complaints about him. I think maybe he's mellowed a tad. The class is hard for sure, and he is incredibly cold and exact (almost machine-like), but he's very very nice outside of class and will help you. I think he just gets fed up with people who aren't willing to try. I'd say he's moderately difficult by history standards

AWESOME teacher. He was extremely helpful and made class interesting. The "pop-quizzes" were the easiest part of the class, the questions were straight from the notes and additional readings. I wound up with a 98 in the class and didn't even take one of the quizzes. Highly recommend him to anyone taking HIST 102. I can't wait to take him again.

I'm a history major so I already had interest in the subject but I loved this class! He is so helpful! If you want an easy class this is not it but if you like english history then this is an awesome class.

I thought he was easy, other's I know complained about how hard he was. He tells you what his essay questions are going to be and everything else he seemed to touch base on in class.

If you're a terrible student or struggled throughout high school, don't sign up for Hankins. For a Hankins class, you should already know what you're about, have decent study skills/ a system, and understand that college isn't for slackers. Talking to Hankins during his office hours was most helpful because it shows initiative on your part.

His lectures are long but he knows his stuff and is interesting.

Such a helpful and wonderful Prof! If you get to know him and take advantage of his time, he will absolutely help you. The lectures are full of info that will be on the test so note taking is a must, but they are always interesting and full of amazing facts. Such an interesting and fun class to take with such a cool professor.

This class is only for lovers of history. If you do not care for history, do not take this class. I loved his class, but I am reluctant to recommend him to friends because they probably won't like him like I do. If you pay attention and take notes and study just a little, it is easy to be successful in this class. Only complaint is that he is quiet

Great lecturer- gives interesting, less often presented lens to view world history. Fun class, just listen and take notes as test questions come straight from lectures. Minimal reading but browsing the book can help. Gotta attend, why skip? It's like watching history channel.

Everyone had been telling me a bad stuff about him how boring he is, how though exams are.. I was scared but when I took his class it was actually pretty good. It is sometimes boring Bc he just talks, he gives unexpected quizzes, gives a readings but his exams weren't that hard at all. Be prepared for a lot of EXCEPT questions.. Really nice guy.

One of the hardest classes I've taken, but seriously one of the best history professors I've ever had. I liked him so much I got him to write me a letter of rec just for working so hard and improving so much in his class. Participate in discussions or you're done.

Powerpoints have no information just the topic and pictures, so you have to come to class and take notes. Tests aren't too bad at all as long as you pay attention during lectures, but lectures are long and boring. You can use the textbook, but as long as you take notes and study those you don't really need to.

Everything on the tests is in the lectures, just listen hard and take good notes. Only real problems are that he speaks quietly and doesn't use a mic, and there's a seating chart, you'll probably be crammed in between a bunch of people.

Clearly the other reviewers are used to being babied. Dr. Hankins is one of the best professors at Tech. I enjoy his conversations and lectures. Yes, he is slightly mono-toned, but, who isn't. Sometimes he can get a bit winded, but the information is pure gold. I recommend him over a few other professors in the History Department.

This class was honestly one of the harder ones I've taken at tech, but it was really worth it. If you're not interested in the material, though, I wouldn't recommend taking his classes; he doesn't do powerpoints or write things down so it can get kinda long. He is a very nice guy and has interesting things to say. The reading/writing is killer tho