Professor Trickel is a great guy. He has a good sense of humor and laughs at himself. You can tell he enjoys what he's teaching, which is always a plus. It's a history class, so history classes should have a level of difficulty-- you just have to make sure you study and listen, this insures success.

He's a cool teach but you better pay attention to is lecture cuz the tests are straight from it. Also you better study a week before the test cuz it's that much information and it's that hard. If you devote your time to it you can make an A.

this class is challenging. though proffessor trickel knows alot about what hes teaching. laughs at himself. be prepared to work hard though and do the extra credit it'll help

Took summer class, long lectures, tests were not that hard

I loved professor Trickel. But, don't take the class if you aren't willing to putin extra effort. His class can be challening, but it's not difficult. The tests are straight from the lecture. I never read the textbook, and still made an A. Write down everything he says during the lecture and devote a few days to studying for each test

The class so far has been nothing but lecture and note-taking, but at least he cracks jokes frequently. So far I've found nothing wrong with Trickel, and he seems fine.

I find the lectures interesting, and his tests were over the major important stuff, not stupid details that do not matter. Much better than most hist profs I have ever had

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His lectures are great, but you really have to know your stuff to get a good grade with him. But hey.. you can't expect to go through college without studying..

Anyone who complains about this prof is just being lazy. He is not the easiest prof in the world, but his lectures are great and his knowledge and insights are excellent. If you just PAY ATTENTION then you will be fine. Some say that he is boring, but if you actively participate, the class will fly by. I would take him again in a heartbeat.

I took his telecourse. You watch videos you and read the book. Then take the tests in the testing center. I can't remember, it's been 2 semesters, but I think there were a couple of short essays. Liked him okay. But through telecourse lots of just studying on your own. Has short study session before tests, optional. Tests were tough. Got a B.

HISTORY LOVERS UNITE!!! If you don't really want to learn, you just want an A (i understand i don't care for Math) then don't take him. On the other hand, IF you LOVE history you need a Trickel in your life!

The class is slightly harder than average but worth taking because of the teacher. He is funny and the lectures are interesting. He really loves history and knows a lot about it. He wrote one of the books you have to read!

hes funny, but yeap his tests is hard! i had to drop it because i was falling behind on my reading. you have to read like 5 chapters in 3 weeks plus 2 chapters from his own book that he wrote so thats a total of 7 chapters! so if ur lazy dont take him.

Great professor, knows what he is talking about. Do not take him if you plan on not doing anything. If you like history at all I recommend his class fully.

I ended up dropping the class but that was simply because I'm not a morning person & couldn't get myself outta bed & to class on time. The lectures are very interesting & the teacher responds to e-mails quickly, however the tests r HARD! Mainly because of the wording. If you study his outlines from ecampus you should do fine. Good teacher though.

very good teacher..But VERY hard... I was a little caught off gaurd by the test.His lectures are great,vey clear..The test is one of the hardest tests that I have ever taken..Only passed 1 test all semester, but still made a B for the class...

He wants you to know everything! Extremely difficult tests:40 multiple choices, reading responses, and an essay that from a list of 6-8 topics given! i have to work really really hard to get an A!!! nice lecture tho!

Dont be stupid, students always like it easy,i got an A but i have to earn it, he is a straight forward professor no stories.HE KNOW HOW TO TEACH AND HE KNOW WHAT HE IS TALKING ABOUT.do you want to be given an A?are you lazy? dont take him.are you willing to work and earn the A?take his thats all you need.You will learn the material in and out with

I got an A+ in his class cuz I studied my butt off and didnt slack off. I have a 4.0 but his class was one of the trickier ones. I never really went to class, but if you study the book and his outlines then you'll be fine. Oh, and study ALL of his essay questions for the test and theres no way you wont make a B at least.

He is a great teacher that knows what he is talking about. You have to read and pay attention in class but this is college. If you dont want to do the work then you fail.

I took Dr. Trickel for History 1301 & 1302. He is a great professor, he makes learning history fun. Is he hard? Not if you go to class, study his outlines, pay attention, take notes and STUDY! Isn't that what you are supposed do? You are in COLLEGE not kindergarden!

If you are lazy, don't take this class. My class started out with 100+ and ended up with about 40 showing up to class each day. I did well but I studied and wrote good notes.

he explains the class really clear

Trickel's class is fairly easy. There are only four exams (the fourth counts as the comprehensive final) and one essay. He also gives one extra credit essay. Other than that there are no other grades taken up. Make sure you study for those tests (which he provides the notes for) and turn in your essay on time and you will make an easy A.

He is boring. There oly homework is papers over short stories. The tests are hard. He will take attendance the first 10 classes for an attendance grade. I disliked his class.

He covers a LOT. Very good class and fabulous instructor. Makes history interesting but you have to keep upl

This class is pretty intense. SO MUCH information...must know full picture of history, not memorize dates/names. 4 units, 4 tests. No comprehensive exam at end of semester. Tests are long and can be difficult to complete in the time allowed. 1 required, 1 extra credit essay.

Good professor. Very animated during lectures. Tests are challenging, but not too hard. Gives good amount of extra credit. Does exemption for final if your grade is high enough and you've got good attendance.

Mr. Trickel tests straight from his notes. Never miss class and take good notes then you will be successful on his exams. I enjoyed his sidebar info each day. It made the material more interesting.

I took both 1301 and 1302 with him because he's so awesome! He tells history like it's a story and he doesn't harp on facts. He never asks for years of events and all you have to do is pay attention and print out his notes and you'll do just fine. He's the best history teacher I ever had!

Hes an awesome professor but you must pay attention in his class. He will hint at what you need to remember and the extra credit he gives is worth it! Overall hes a great lecturer, and Is not afraid to share jokes with the class. I love his teaching methods.

Excellent professor. His class isn't easy, but you will walk out of there having learned something and challenged yourself. Very knowledgeable. I wish I had him teaching more of my classes.

He is a very good teacher. I admit that his class is hard, but it is history right? althoug he tries to make it interesting. If you pay attention to class, it will be very easy to understand the book. He also helps the students a lot on the test, and I really like the way how he explains history. It is like he would have been there. It is niece!!!.

He is a great Person, funny, nice, always tells jokes in class. The slideshows are always on econnect and so are the essay questions he uses on his test for practice and review. If you really want to do good in this class dont just take notes on the slideshows, but on what he says. Also by EOT a 3-4 page essay us due, simply summarize the chapter.

Great Teacher! Makes History fun! While alot of people don't like his teaching style, he gives you everything you need to pass.

This is one of my favorite class because of the teacher. He is easy to get along with and a very good teacher.I slacked off a lot and still maintained to get an B. I recommend him to anybody that have trouble in history. Cause he will help you and make sure you will pass

Very nice teacher who provides you with the info. you will need for the tests. If you study and know what to expect this is a great teacher to have.

This professor is by far one of the best history teachers I have ever come in contact with. Hes nice, he's clear, and his lectures are more of a story, so its not difficult to understand. I recommend him! :)

Great teacher...highly recommended. Makes history intersting and he tells a good story. Lots of ingo to tack for tests makes it difficult, but worthwhile.

Very smart guy, knows everything. Lectures every day about everything, very talkative. The only thing is the test are hard. Requires a lot of studying and memorizing. Must have his book, also.

He was okay. Very funny and shared funny stories and jokes. But to make a decent grade you HAVE HAVE HAVE to read and completely understand BOTH books (His and the history one) and attend class to take notes to make a decent grade. Took him FAll 2010 and there were 4 tests in total. No quizzes. One extra credit. Gotta work and read for that grade!

He is a knowledgeable professor. He tells you many stories in his lectures. However, if you want to get an A, you have to make great effort in his course by reading a lot. His course could be very challenging to non-English speaking people.

Has many interesting stories, and likes to tell jokes. Makes the class interesting. That said, you HAVE to read both books and study study study - he does provide study guides on eCampus. Doesn't take attendance, but he crams a lot of information into his lectures, so don't miss any classes. Very clear on his expectations. 4 exams, 1 paper, 1 EC.

Very good professor, he really knows his stuff. You will have to read in order to pass. The test are do-able and he even curves the grades by about 10 points

He's legit! Don't take if you don't want to learn or be tested toughly. Great class. Great guy. Learned a lot.

VERY DIFFICULT.

Took his class during this Winter. 2 tests, 1 take home take, 1 required paper and 1 EC. Take home test, required paper and EC are easy to score. The hard part is the test, you need to read alot and memorized! He's a really funny, knowledgeable and helpful instructor! He's lenient too! If you missed by few points to get an A or B, he will help you.

Don't buy textbook, but you'll need the Perspectives. To make an A, Print off his outline and highlight terms on his studyguide. As he lectures- take good notes, especially your highlighted areas. His info conflicts with the book so I don't read it. He coveres everything needed for an A on tests. Gives great lectures. I highly recommend.

He is a great teacher and really knows his stuff, but you HAVE to study for his tests. They are really hard. He lectures the whole class, and just download the outline and take notes on your laptop in class. He will really help you in the learning center. Take him if you have time to study. If not take a teacher with online tests.

You really have to study for this class,attend each class to take good notes and read the books! If you do this you will be fine...

He is really knowledgeable on history and knows what he is talking about. You have to take really good notes on every lecture and read the book he wrote prior to the tests. You REALLY have to study for his tests. He's super nice, and you will learn a lot from his class.

Professor Trickel is an excellent teacher. He is extremely informative and very enthusiastic on his subject. I found him to be very funny as well. People say that his tests are hard and they often fail them, but i spent a few days studying for each and always made an A. I never used the book - he doesn't follow it anyway. Just take good notes.

He does not go by the book but it does help to read it to fully understand each event. You HAVE to be at classes to take good notes to study from. I hate history but having him as a teacher was fun. He's a happy, good natured, funny man who only wants to help and is EXTREMELY knowledgable about each subject. Will answer any question you ask him.

Trickel is a cool guy. He makes history fun to learn about with his great sense of humor. You do NOT learn from the book. Everything is from his lectures so I highly recommend you record them. I loved everything about his class except the tests!! No matter how hard I studied the tests are the most intimidating things I have ever taken! Hard class.

Honestly one of the best history teachers I've had. He is clear and concise. Just turn off your cell phone and pay attention and you will get good grades. Take notes on what he says is important and always study his notes. I made an A+ without using the main book because I paid attention in class. You must read his book! Easy class-just focus.

He is a great teacher. Knownledgable, kind, patient, helpful, and really funny. Honestly, I am not the best student all around and I managed to make a high A in his class. A lot of people say he's difficult but thats just because they don't take the time to actually study. Just go to class, take good notes, study, and you will be successful!

Professor Trickel is very knowledgeable about history. I took his class during winter semester and it went by super fast. I managed to pass with a B. His test are a little difficult and he makes you purchase the history book for the class and a history book he wrote (very necessary for his test). 4 TESTS. 1 PAPER. 1 EXTRA CREDIT PAPER. 1 FINAL.

He is a very upbeat and nice teacher, however his class is very hard. 4 test and projects, so if you're not a good test taker you're out of luck! I would not recommend him.

Dr. Trickle is a very enthusiastic instructor that is very knowledgeable in the subject, there is no homework so it frees up time for other classes, but you need to study heavy for exams and there is also one oral history project. Great Class I would highly recommend him.

This class is pretty hard, but you can definitely make an A. Pay attention to the lectures, read the book, and study the outline he has on online. Most people have a rough time on the tests, but they are do-able if you try! There is probably an easier History 1301 class available though.

I don't see a reason why we even had the textbook. The textbook was completely useless and didn't even go in order with his lectures. Also, he's hard because all he does is talk and I guess you could write down EVERYTHING he says or what sounds important, which I did, and guess what? None of that information (or MOST of it) was even on the test!

This is the hardest History 1301 class there is. Everyone I know has super easy professors- they take their tests online and at home and use their notes and have retakes. The only grades you get in Trickel's class are the 4 exams, 1 project, and 1 extra credit paper- which is hella difficult. The tests have an essay portion, and short responses....

You must go to lectures to understand and know whats on the test. He gives you a general vague outline of the information covered on the test but with little detail. He test off this outline and out of his essay book he requires. Not an easy A, get ready to work! This guy really knows his stuff and gives good lectures!

dr. trickel knows what he's talking about and is good at making history into a story of sorts. i really enjoyed the class, but if you don't show up, take notes and review them before the class, his tests are difficult. the textbook won't help you.

I loved this class. He is really passionate about the subject. His tests can be tricky though, but not impossible. Relatively easy A.

A passionate history professor, knows his stuff and loves to share. His lectures are really fun sometimes. Tests are hard, but I don't think he's a tough grader. Keys to pass his exams are his notes and the identifications, both posted online. You have to find the answers to those identifications, but he would cover most of them during lecture.

Professor Trickel has a huge love for history and it shines through in each of his lectures. To get an A in this class, define each term listed on his study guide, outline his essay prompts beforehand, read the two assigned articles for each test, study early, NOT the night before, pay attention to lectures, and do the extra credit.

He is so passionate about this subject! Amazing teacher, but those test are impossible. You have to really pay attention to his lectures to get a good grade on those test. You have to think outside of the box for those test, but overall amazing teacher.

The tests were pretty darn hard, make sure to read his study terms and take his practice tests on his ecampus page if you want to pass. You also have to pay attention during the lecture otherwise you might miss something that will be on the test. The book is also necessary for passing the tests, and other than that, there is only one assignment.

I took him Online. He is in the middle, not to hard not to easy. Essay is easy but Multiple choice is hard. He will save your grade by taking your late work. If your studious take him, you will learn a lot.

Its online so much of the course is curated, however Trickel communicates well sending reminders of due dates and gives good feedback. I had an assignment that got lost in the system, he allowed me to resubmit it without penalty. He's clear, flexible, and open to communication which is all you can ask for from online courses.

I took it last summer. The class is straightforward. 4 units, 4 tests, 4 discussion board posts, 4 essays, and 1 project (not as bad as it seems). He preferred quality over quantity which is a nice change. Overall, great professor if you have discipline. MC is very easy, just study. I didn't use the textbook. DO NOT PROCRASTINATE ON KNAC PROJECT

This class has no homework, however, you only have 4 big tests and a big project through out the entire semester, so you need to come to class for lectures. The book probably helps? I didn't read it, so I wouldn't know. Pretty vague reviews (key terms), but if you pay attention in class you'll be fine. If you're lazy, this isn't the class for you.

Trickel is not as bad as people make him seem. His class consists of only 4 tests, 1 chance of extra credit & a major project. His lectures are different from the textbook but reading helps a lot because it backs up his lecture. He's a very good, passionate professor & he wants you to truly learn. The 1st test will hit you hard but just study A LOT

Dr John has helped me so much, I am forever in his favor I had just started my dual credit as I am a high school, and I applied for the dual credit program At first I thought it was going to be hard, but he helped me so much throughout the course, his help was much appreciated I would definitely repeat his course and recommend him to everyone

Took his summer 1 course and every class he would display a power point and would go on about the topics without having to look at the power point. It's imperative that you take notes over what he says, we had four tests and two easy papers to write. You can easily pass the tests by studying the reviews he posts. Required two books for his class.

Easy class would r recommend, he makes it super simple

GREAT lecturer!! He is a great professor information wise. You walk out of his class knowing a lot of information. HORRIBLE grader. You can defiantly make an A, but you have to work your butt off. Write down EVERYTHING he says because it will be on the test. Use all of his online resources because they really do help. Do not study the day before.

Prof. Trickel loves his job, however, be prepared to love it just as much yourself. His lectures are amazing, but the tests are soul-crushing. If you aren't really that interested in history and think you can skip class - this is not the professor for you.

If you think this is like high school think again. He is a straight shooter and is exactly how a University professor would work. His lectures are interesting, but the class is information heavy and requires lots of reading and note taking. This is the wake up call class for freshman. Take good notes and treat it as 2 classes and youll be fine.

A lot of people say this class is horrible but I am not sure what they are talking about. You just have to study for 4 tests and write 1 essay with one optional essay. Don't let other people scare you, if you put in the work you will definitely get a good grade, and you learn a lot from him as well. Only book you have to read is the one he wrote.

I honestly really enjoyed Trickel He is an outstanding lecturer and has a passionate and entertaining way of lecturing about history He is a great Story teller His class include few grade those which include tests and a couple writing assignments. no homework besides reading as long as you do your reading and take notes during class you are good

I love this professor. If you like lectures then this is your professor. He loves to start the day with a bit of humor and he loves to get some humor back. If you can pay attention to the lectures, write some good notes, and read like 100 pages over the course of a month, then you can pass his class with flying colors.

Even thought you have to read a little, the quizzes and the test are the things you read about. There are no surprises.