So far she is a great teacher. Her powerpoints are straight forward but still pay attention to what she says. She gives quizzes the next class if the class is not responding when she reviews previous lectures-to make sure we understand. Read the assigned pages as they're included on the midterm. Document analyses are due each week. Great teacher.

Super fun teacher and really nice. She's extremely helpful and she explains history in easy terms so everyone understands. We have 9 essays to do but it was interesting and she's willing to help on the essay if you need it. Great prof and I hope she teaches HIS 102!

She's one of the best professors I've had this semester. She's extremely clear and teaches very well. The essays are not bad at all, she can help you, and you get the hang of it quickly. I actually learned a whole lot in this class!

Amazing professor!

High energy professor who clearly loves the subject. If you're confident in your writing ability, and you can speak up in class, you'll get alot out of this class and find it easy.

Superb professor overall. Highly recommend and would take this professor again for other history courses. The final grade was my fault and has no relations to Dr. Winters

I used to find History boring and dull and I thought this would be a tough class. Dr. Winters made this course seem so easy and I learned a lot. Sometimes you don't even need to open the textbook. If you attend the lecture , she will teach the entire reading in a much more comprehensible way. If you want a great teacher. TAKE HER!

BEST PROFESSOR

She was a very good teacher and very interested in the topics covered in class. Extremely helpful if you reach out to her and quick to respond to emails. She's a pretty easy grader, and she provides great feedback so you can improve on future assignments. Only had a midterm and final (no other tests).

Dr. Winters invigorated my love for history. She is always available when you need her. She makes you work to learn and understand. There is only one midterm and one final exam. Most of the questions are straightforward multiple choice and short answers are super easy if you study the lectures. She has a due date for ALL assignments towards the end

She was a great teacher from what I've seen. Not too strict, just do the work you'll be fine! Lectures are kinda boring not mandatory though, also no need to purchase textbook saved a hundo!

Dr. Winters is an entertaining and helpful professor. If you show up and take notes and do the weekly blog journals and quizzes, you will get an A. But keep in mind that she speaks so fast and talks herself out of breath. It even made me feel like I was out of breath, too. Overall, easy A class.

She is great! I was never great at history and I did not want to take a history class but she definitely changed my view about this class. Love her class! I passed with a lot of note taking and I did all the reading assignments.

Professor Winters is a history enthusiast and it shows throughout her lectures. I have never been one to enjoy a history class and I could not get enough of this one! She gives reminders about homeworktests every class. No textbook and all the reading is provided through blackboard links.

I really truly enjoyed her class even it was tough (esp for int student). Lots of hard readings! amazing topic choices which lead to amazing lectures. She really inspires student to discuss in class. Take her if you truly want to learn abt HIS, &WRITING (great feedback) She has a passion and she transfer it to her students. I really love her class

Overall she's a very nice professor! However she's a very hard grader, so just know you must take all assignments seriously and follow all the guidelines! She does give you a lot of homework and quizzes and the quizzes do prepare you for the exams. It's better to show up to class because most of the quizzes are based from lectures!

Makes history interesting. Lectures are necessary/informative. Readings aren't as important--you should read them before class, but probably not take extensive notes as I did. Specifies what she wants on papers, so listen to her! Can't think of anything to make the class better, except to make the class a joke/ez. Should you take her? Yes?... YES!!

She gives weekly quizzes and short response "essays" (they are like 300 words). Will give you zeros for plagiarism. The lectures are fun and are easy to pay attention to but you do not have to come to them. Also, you don't have to buy a textbook but readings are on BB. There is also a lot of writing. Overall, enjoyed her class.

She gives weekly quizzes but they are easy and help on the midterm and final alottt

Amazing Professor. When you re doing your homwork make sure you are accurate and cite your souces othewise she mark o points. Give you feed back on weekly Blackboard quises(there preety shortt and easy aalong with bing open note) she understands studnets

Amazing Professor!!! Usually not that into history and not a big fan of writing but her assignments are very clear. She replies to emails super fast (she'll have conversations over email late at night before an assignments due)(bless her) interesting lectures but if you miss one class you miss all the material but she is great!!!

She's really passionate about the subject which is always great, and she likes to joke around! She answers questions and likes to have conversation going in the classroom. There's weekly quizzes but they'll most likely show up again on the midterm and final so do those quizzes! Her short responses are tough due to her grammar restrictions.

By far the best professor I have ever had. Her class can be tough if you do not show up to class. There were 10 essay's due during the semester. She gives out extra credit. Willing to help you understand the material. The test and exams are from the notes.

I am a Biology Major but love, love, Professor Winters! Such a nice Professor, she expects a lot from you, of course you have to work for an A. But if you do all the readings + attend her class and of course study for the exams, I do not see why you should not pass! There are weekly quizzes which are a piece of cake, if you take good notes! G. Luck

She starts her class right away and always begins with a PowerPoint. There are weekly quizzes that are open note. As for papers, you really understand how to cite Chicago style because that's how she wants you to format your essays.

She gives out way too much work. I've honestly done more essays and readings in her class than in any of my english classes. If you're taking plenty of other classes, I dont recommend her. Theres plenty of teachers out there that wont make you work as much as her and you'll end up with the same credit.

Tough grader takes off points for the dumbest stuff on papers. Treats a level 101 class as an upper level course, ridiculous amount of essays. Would rather have her grade my essays on content rather than Chicago Style errors. Don't take her course. Also Midterm was tough, 7 essay questions? Psh get out its a Level 101 course.

Pretty strict about Chicago style and citing your sources... but she offers extra credit. There are a few papers but they're short. She'll make you work for the A.

I liked Winters as a professor. She doesn't take attendance which is cool but if you don't show up to class you will miss important material and won't do well. She's annyoingly strict about the time you turn you essays in. Assigns very long readings and makes you analyze everything. If you're looking for an easy course, find a different professor.

Weekly quizzes based on lectures for that week AND the weekly reading. She does not accept any late work whatsoever and will not allow retries on anything. She teaches the class very well and is very professional about things. You'll need to type 5 papers throughout the semester but thats the most work you'll get. Go to class and the tests are easy

She was so enthusiastic about history which made the lectures fun. She assigns a lot of papers but they are all short. There is only a midterm and a final and they're pretty easy. She is so so sweet. I highly recommend her

Best Professor! Absolutely take her class if you can.

Prof Winters is the best! I never liked history before I took her class. There are a lot of essays but they aren't hard. She helped me with the document analysis and she helped me write an outline which was super helpful. I never got an A in history before and I owe it all to Prof Winters!

"Tough grader?" kek. Gave online quizzes and pulled all of the questions on the final directly from the quizzes. Five one page papers that took like 20 mins to do. Straight up GAVE us the essay question on the exam. Oh and I got extra credit for watching 300. Got a 97 in the class. If you belong in college, this class is easy.

I hated every history class I ever had to take, but loved this class because of her enthusiasm in teaching the material. Her lectures are interesting and she's pretty funny. She grades papers on accuracy more than composition, so as long as you get the information correct, the essays should be fairly easy. I would definitely take her class again.

Dr. Winters is an astounding professor - she is quick to help students succeed but holds them to high standards. She is very clear in her expectations of her students and will give you every opportunity to succeed. If you don't make the effort, expect to get a poor grade. She is engaging and makes lectures a joy to attend - a top notch teacher!

Her class is really interesting and I don't normally like history. She puts readings online so you don't have to buy a textbook which is good if you're trying to save some money. I like that. Kind of a tough grader but do what she asks and you'll be fine. Already signed up for her 102 next semester.

No idea why she doesn't have a great review. Haven't taken 101, but I'm surprised. Women in World History was amazing with her, & not difficult. Weekly journal, not too much reading (all online, no textbook) (& you'll keep up in class if you're behind). She is devoted to the subject, truly knowledgeable, & cares about her students.

I took class in the fall '15 better late than never. The class is interesting would recommend if you like history. The little quiz things that are online are straight from the lecture, exams are non cumulative and she gives extra credit. The only thing I didn't like about her was that I miscited something and she gave me a zero, told me I cheated.

She makes history interesting like watching a movie. I learned a lot about history and I will minor in it. She's the best professor!

After 2 weeks this is already the best class I've had at Nova. I hope it stays that way, and even if the history gets tough she's said she'll help any student which I like. I like that I didn't have to buy a textbook.

This class made history my favorite subject again. I recommend this class because it challenges your thinking and opens your eyes to the world around you. At least thats what it did for me!

Professor Winters is strict, but I learned so much in her class it was worth it. She doesn't grade attendance. You have weekly quizzes, two tests, and one essay. You get grades back quickly, which is super rare. I recommend her class, but you have to work.

Professor Winters is always prepared and gives her best during lectures. The expectations are straight forward. A lot of people procrastinate and complain about the work load but if you distribute it throughout the semester, it is a breeze. Exams are straight from weekly quizzes. Professor Winters recognizes effort students put in. She's great

Prof. Winters is an amazing teacher, she's very knowledgeable on history and all aspects. Lectures can be pretty long but that's history for you! Assignments are big projects, group work at times, assigned readings, and journal/discussion board entries. If you have a passion for history, I really would suggest her, she's the best!

My class was a Hybrid class, so we met in person once a week and the rest was online. Dr. Winters is knowledgeable and passionate about history. Participation was for a grade. Tough grader. Responds in a timely manner. Posts grades quickly.

Dr. Winter's lectures were very easy to follow , comprehensive, and usually interesting. I also like how she's very open to class discussion during the lectures, constantly involving the class by asking them about specific points. I also found the appointments I had with her during office hours helpful when I was writing my essays.

really nice professor. her lectures are good and there is a lot of discussion which makes for a really interesting class. shes really strict on deadlines so you better make sure you turn your stuff in on time. also attendance counts for points.

Ive taken Professor Winters three times while at NOVA (the most of any professor) and shes great. She wants you to succeed in her class and is willing to help you in whatever way she can, though she is a stickler for the rules and will rarely bend them. If you attend her class, do your work and raise your hand at least once a class. Youll pass.

She's a tough grader on essays, but her tests were the easiest of all my classes. Its open note, so if you take good notes you get an easy A. I procrastinated on the essays, so I probably have a B in the class. I don't know why people say shes hard.

She is a great professor. Her lectures are very interesting and she is a fair grader. There are 3 essays that are due at the end of the semester and 2 open note exams. You have weekly quizzes and attendance counts for points to boost your grade.

I enjoyed the way she taught history as if it were a story. Her stories and humor helped make the lesson more enjoyable and memorable. If I take another history course, it will be with Professor Winters.

I absolutely love Professor Winters! Its obvious she loves history. It makes it easier to learn when you have a professor who is dedicated to the course and shows enthusiasm when students ask questions. With her, no question was a bad question. I also loved that this was a hybrid course. I could work ahead of time and at my own pace.

I feel like I know more about history now than I ever have. I learned more during the 16-week hybrid course than I did during my past 17 years combined. All the assignments were worth it, and she is a charming, hilarious, knowledgeable, and passionate individual. Cannot recommend her enough.

This was the first NOVA class where I felt like I learned something. It wasn't about memorization with stupid homework assignments. You had to think critically and it was tough but soooo worth it. Her class will help me with my other classes.

The class is easy but the tests are hard even though you can use your notes. Even if you don't do good on the tests you can still get an A or B. I failed the midterm but got an A in the class. Take this class if you don't do good on tests

If you make an effort to pay attention and do at least half of the readings, you'll do fine in this class. She's a super nice person and is happy to work with you on whatever you're having issue with. She cares about why events happened, not just that they occurred. If you're having problems with her, it's really your own fault.

I took Dr. Winters class last semester and I have a new appreciation for history. I am a better writer and critical thinker because of her. Her class made my current classes easier, because I am more confident in my research and writing skills. Take her class!

The class was not what I expected. Professor Winters really challenged the class and it made use critical thinking to analyze history from history aspects. Dr Winters is really knowledgeable and I can really say that I learn something from her every class. A really good class that I truly enjoyed.

I like this class because the instructor made it very simple. Do the readings, go to class, put in effort and you would do great. Great lectures and very helpful instructor.

Even though there was a lot of work, I felt like it all had a purpose, so I didn't really mind doing it so much. I never felt like I was wasting my time or money by being in class. I also enjoyed and appreciated Dr. Winters good presence and dedication in giving us as much feedback as possible in order for us to grow and succeed in the class.

Ms Winters was super kind and passionate about what she taught, my HIS 111 was a hybrid course so most of our assignments were online but they were all super straightforward and easy to get done if you are self sufficient. She's great!

I loved this class. I liked how the way she talked and described events you felt that you were actually there, which felt pretty cool. Its a lot of reading, but totally worth it. Her enthusiasm is contagious.

Professor Winters explained subjects well, answered all questions, and encouraged students to participate in discussions by asking our opinions and asking questions. The unit quizzes helped recap what was learned in each unit, and everything we had read was easy to answer in exams.

Professor Winters is nice just remember to SHOW UP AND DO THE WORK if you cant/wont you will fail and stay away from any of her 6 weeks courses. Shes not a teacher who stays on track so you may need to pull her back in. Over all shes nice you just need to have a passion for history or learning to succeed with her.

I liked being in the classroom for this course. Professor Winters has a lot of knowledge on the subjects we covered and was always more than happy to answer questions even if they deviated from the lesson a little. I really liked being able to use my notes on tests as it made me learn how to take better notes.

Dr. Winters is a great professor. She will not cut you slack if you don't show up unannounced (most of my class who stopped showing up started to fail) It is alot of reading but everything you do is open notes. She does knowledge checks and requires you to do up to 300points worth of essays. She is a reasonable professor, dont take her for granted.

Best professor at NOVA! I learned more in this class than any other class in my two years here. There's alot of reading and writing, but if you do the work you'll pass. She's really nice and helpful and funny.

This class is not a easy A. Its a fun A. You will learn a lot and pay attention because of her excitement in the classroom. She requires you to read before coming into class but its not hard. She quizzes you on the reading, so you have to do it. She been one of my favorite teachers so far.

Great professor! She gives lots of chances to make up points if you mess up an essay.

Great teacher, if you put in the effort you will get an A. Enjoyed every minute of her class.

Ms. Winters assigns a lot of homework for a hybrid class, but it's easy discussion board work. There are three small essays and two long essays, and those are hard, but she will help you if you visit her at the office. I did bad on the first one, but it was alot easier after that. The best part of class is when she lectures. Group work is okay.

Prof Winters gives AMAZING lectures, but the workload is TOUGH. As of Spring 2019, she had a system where she offers students lots of essay topics to write about (say 1200pts worth) and you can pick which essays to do until you total up to 300. If you do poorly on one essay, you can just write some more to get to 300, but don't miss the due dates!

Dr Winters is the best professor at NoVA! Even with the switch to learning online, the class meetings are fun and engaging. She is super well organized which helps right now, and she's always available during office hours. I'll take HIS 102 with her next semester!!!

Class is straight forward. Open note tests, loads of essay options, flexibility with essay due dates, loads of reading, and a focus on critical thinking not memorization. Engaging class and fun even at 8 am.

Prof. Winters is an amazing lecturer. Although the class is online you still should attend since the attendance assignments (worth 35%) are only available at a specific time during class hours. 3 open-notes exams which honestly weren't hard if you did your readings and pay attention during lecture. There are 2 essays and extra credit (at the end).

The readings were plenty and tough, but she is an amazing lecturer so she makes the topics easier to understand. Exams are on lockdown browse, paragraph answer form, but open note, so take good notes! Attend class, listen to her, take notes, & you'll be fine. She's very sweet, & it was nice learning from someone who's passionate about the subject.

She is a good professor and tries to help everyone. But the class is heavily based on writing; so if you do not like document analysis and critical thinking, rethink the class.

Doctor Winters makes history fun. It was the only class that didn't put me to sleep. I looked forward to class every week. There is a lot of reading, but the schedule is easy to follow so you know when everything is due. I recommend her class.

The class was hard at first and had a lot of reading, but Winters is super helpful. She responds to email quickly and met with me once a week to help me with my reading and writing. I'm doing well in this class and it feels like an accomplishment. She really cares about her students and wants us to succeed.

Don't understand the negative reviews. Class is easy. Show up and do the homework. You use your notes and readings on the tests, and she'll look at your paper before you turn it in if you ask. The only way to not get an A is to not show up.

I respect the fact that prof. Winters makes you work for your grade. If you show up to class and pay attention along with turning in your work, you will be okay. Shes funny and makes class entertaining and really knows what shes talking about. I dont recommend taking her class if you expect an A to get handed to you though.

She there is a lot of work but was long as you do it you will be fine I got an A on her class and I just turned in assignments and show that I kinda know what Im talking about

Professor Winters is the best teacher at NoVa. She really cares about her students. We met every week to make sure I understood the topics and assignments. It seems like a lot of work but its not hard and she'll help you if you need it.

Professor Winters is an excellent, kind with students, and helpful on assignments. She is very understanding of individual circumstances when you speak with her. Indeed she is very interested in historical topics, and is pleased to have students ask questions and be involved in historical topics. She cares for students. I recommend Pro. Winters

The professor is a good professor, but although the work is tough. I had to drop the course because it wasn't for me and the work espically the essays overwhelmed and and I'm someone who likes to write and history. The essay prompt where hard that even a professor couldn't help me write because he was lost himself.

Jennifer Winters is the best online professor at Nova. My schedule is insane and she even meet with me at nights and weekends. History is my worst subject but the class was fun and with Jennifer Winters help I got an A. Take her class if you need extra help.

Grading method is convenient for people that work on their own time. Fast responder and enjoys the subjects she teaches.

Professor Winters is amazing. If you are hardworking and take this class seriously, you'll get a 99% like I did. 2 weekly discussion boards and responses are assigned a week along with periodical assignments and work on the major research paper. I enjoyed the class so much as she is so passionate about what she teaches and so sweet. A+ professor.

Graded by 500 point system and you start at 0 points, so your grade can only go up. Many assignments given have creative freedom and the more creative your submission, the more points you'll get. Only one due date for all assignments at end of semester. Overall, great professor! Definitely would take her again!

I really liked this class. professor was responsive and answered all of my questions. There are weekly discussions, but you aren't required to do all of them. If you do an extra one it's extra credit. There is also a final project that includes a few assignments that build up to the final project. Stay on top of that and you should def get an A.

I took HIS 101 and it was probably one of the easiest classes I've taken. You'll have to read a decent amount, but the textbook was free. The lectures are fun and theirs usually a little group activity. She lets you choose which assignments you want to do from a variety of choices that she gives you as long as you get enough points.

She's the best professor at Nova! Her class was easy but I learned a lot.There are lots of assignment options and you can keep doing work until you get an A. It can be a lot of work but its not hard.If you want to learn and get an A, take her class.

This class was hybrid, easy, and very forgiving. She gives you about 5,000 points worth of assignments and you choose which ones you want to do. You only need 500 points to get an A, and the midterm and final are optional. I had 460 points (which was a B), got 60/100 on my final, which was added and had me end the class with 520 points (an A).

I was worried going into this course since it was a 7 week zoom class, but she made it as tolerable as possible! She had us do weekly packbacks + document analysis and group work. Theres a 10 page final, but she walks you through the steps. As long as you do the work, you'll be alright

You decide what grade you get. 500 points is an A, and there are plenty of assignments that are easy. She is funny and nice.

What a fabulous instructor, she's one of your best! Kind, knowledgeable, enthusiastic and clear. She's also fair and reasonable. Do the work and you'll nail it. Simple as that. Lecture heavy and intense.

There is a lot of reading and writing to do but if you reach out to her by email or to meet her during her office hours, she is more than happy to help you. She was great!!!!

Easy A. 500 points by doing different assignments.

I had only 50 points for 4 months, an F, then I locked in and completed the assignment, and I got an A in a month. Honestly, lock in and do the assignment, it's easy. She's so chill, just make sure to go to class because if you miss more than 6, then you failed but it's chill every time you go to class, so don't worry you can pass this class.

she made sure we got the support we needed from the beginning and really cared about us learning and growing in her class. One different thing was her grading system. Instead of the standard percentages or pass/fail, she used point-based system where your grade was based on how many points you accumulated throughout the semester. i got an A

Easy class, just do the assignments and you will be fine. She is not a tough grader; she helps her students all the time. Completed all 500 credit points by just doing her easy assignments and not taking any tests.