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“Williams is the Wolverine”
HIS1301 - 5.0 rating“Williams is great at what he does”
1301 - 5.0 ratingClass Info
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Attendance Mandatory
84%
Textbook Required
9%
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Reviews (90)
This professor certainly loves what he does for a living. He is not a paycheck professor who is punching a clock. Williams is out to help you cultivate a love of being a life-long learner as well as a first-rate student of history. Brookhaven College is fortunate to have him.
I really like this professor he is clear about what he wants done he helps you and answers all your questions he keeps the class interesting he cares for students learning and wants what ever benefits the students he's also real cool and chill you just have to show up to class that is real important to him definitely taking him again this summer :)
Professor John P Williams is the best professor that I've got at the college so far!!!! He dose his job passionatly, he loves what he do, he goes above and beyond to help his students! I really really loved his class and personality!! Keep the good job professor!!!
Professor Williams is such an amazing teacher! He truly loves what he is doing and is there to help you! He is very friendly and cares about you. He wants you to succeed and is one of the best teachers I have ever had. I don't like history but he made it fun and interesting for me! I am taking History 1302 and signed up for him again!
Professor John P. Williams is great at what he does. He is very knowledgeable about the subject and makes the lectures fun. I really enjoyed his class even though I took it during a summer semester. He is very helpful and has a good attitude.
Prof. Williams is the Wolverine. His history knowledge is deep. While teaching Mr. Williams helps students link history in the proper order. His goal is to ignite critically thinking, reading and writing in students. Very helpful man. If you try your hardest and show dedication to his class you will succeed! Williams is a true master of his craft.
History is not my top subject, but Professor Williams made History fun and easy. Attending his class was not boring and he did NOT stand in front of the class reading off a Power Point all class, he is very knowledgeable about the subject. He takes the time to help every student that asks for help.
He is an amazing professor!! He goes above and beyond to make clear his classes! I really learned a lot of things from his class. He loves teaching, he dose it with passion, and makes his classes interesting!!! I really think his is one of the best teachers that Brookhaven have!!! I really want to take more classes with professor Williams.
I took Professor Williams History 1301 for Summer I and again History 1302 Summer II. I don't like History but this Professor made it interesting for me. He is very passionate about History. He is inspirational, very friendly and a just a great Professor! Even though I don't like History I would take him again. Thank you Professor Williams!
This is a great instructor. I recommend this instructor to anyone that struggles with History.
Great Professor I enjoyed his class. It was very easy, show up to class and take notes. His quizzes and tests are take home. He counts attendance as a small portion of your final grade so show your face sometimes. He likes class discussions so participate and ask questions. Took both 1301 and 1302 passed both with an A. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!!
Great professor!! I really enjoyed his class, lectures were never dull and every once in a while the class would get into discussions that were very interesting. Its an easy class and Williams is a very helpful professor.
Mr. Williams is a great Professor. He has a real passion for History and it shows every class day. He has a great attitude and has no problem explaining or going into depth on what he is looking for. Keep up the good work sir.
J. Williams is an amazing professor! Love his passion lectures! He also works great with you. Got an A! Everyone should take his class, you'll enjoy history class, guaranteed!
best history class I've ever taken, keeps the interest abound and provides excellent feedback all the while encouraging student interaction during the lectures A++ would take again!
Great Professor I enjoyed his class. It was very easy, show up to class and take notes. His quizzes and tests are take home. He counts attendance as a small portion of your final grade so show your face sometimes. He likes class discussions so participate and ask questions. Took both 1301 and 1302 passed both with an A. HIGHLY RECCOMMENDED!!!
Great Professor, i love how he edit my essays and always help me whenever i am struggling in the class. He goes above and beyond to make clear his classes! I really learned a lot of things from his class. He loves teaching, he dose it with passion, and makes his classes interesting!!! he is very knowledgeable about the subject. :)
My fav college professor
Easy going and there when you need help if you need help.
Professor Williams lets you know the first day that he expects you to become a critical thinker, writer, and reader as the semester unfolds. He uses history as a tool to do so. Gives great feedback and encourages you throughout. Do the work and show up and you will pass his course.
Amazing history teacher, that encourages critical thinking, hard work, and questions. He really gets you thinking, and as for the work you just have to show up consistently to class, keep up with quizzes, and get major papers done on time and that is all it takes to make the A.
Williams is the best. He cares for the subject matter and his students' learning as well as success. Topics covered are the norm, but he somehow make them interesting. His wit and humor move things along with certain topics, and they're the best. TAKE HIS CLASS HE'S GREAT! He's always willing to help and is there :) 0 pe
Fantastic professor. He places great emphasis on students truly learning and understanding the material rather than just assigning work for a grade. Professor Williams is about mastering the process of learning and using history to do so. His grading if fair and the assignments are meaningful. He prides himself in not going through the motions.
History class not your thing? Take this class. To date, Professor Williams is one of my favorite teachers. He's a teacher who loves what he does & it shows through his teaching. His lectures are very interesting! I would definitely take another course of his. He's open & honest, he makes himself available including tutoring.
Professor Williams is an awesome teacher! He loves what he does and it shows. He is more than willing to help anyone when they need it and he wants to see everyone do well in his class. Once chapter a week and a quiz each Sunday. There are a lot of notes, but it's just to help you with the document writing. Take his class, you won't regret it!
Professor Williams is the reason I made a account for rate my professor he's that great. he's really helpful in and out of class. His notes are easy to read and if you need it he will explain it in more detail just ask. He really keeps everyone interested in the content, so the class isn't a snoss fest and jokes around. 10/10 will recommend for all
Professor Williams is one of the best professors I've had while being a student at Brookhaven. He loves what he does and it shows. He cares about his students, he offers help and tutoring. He gives amazing lectures and you can easily take notes. He also keeps class fun. I recommend that you take his class, you will not regret it.
Professor Williams loves what he does, he is a good teacher. Gives good lectures, not boring at all. Work is not easy, so you do need to pay attention and do all your quizzes to pass.
This professor is a great teacher. However, his class was not easy. If you come to class and do your work, a good grade is within reach. He is very knowledgeable in History and makes it interesting. Loved his class!
This man truly cares about people, and he will bind backwards to help a student in need. I highly recommend Professor Williams, not only because me and him have relatable personalities (August babies), but he's also someone that understands struggle and he ALWAYS looks on the bright side. J-Dub for president
Great teacher, class is not easy, but you wont have a problem if you come to class and do your work. Very knowledgeable in History. Loved his class!
Professor Williams is the best teacher I've had by far since I've been at Brookhaven. He's very understanding and makes history interesting and not boring! He will work with you and make sure you don't fail nor drop the class! I would recommend anyone to take him! I've taken him for both history 1301 and 1302.
Took this professor based on the reviews - got to class and was just what was mentioned. He's enthusiastic about history, and well your education in general. He wants you to pass, and will do everything in his power so you can. It's not a free grade by any means, but he really will go the extra mile unlike other professors.
Took Williams for History 1301 and 1302. Best professor I've ever had. I missed a quiz because my computer crashed that night and he was super understanding about it. He likes to throw in stories into his lectures to make them entertaining. History bores me to death, but I have never once fell asleep in his class.
If you need credit for history TAKE WILLIAMS. He's one of the most caring and genuine professors at Brookhaven and he does what he can to ensure you get the grade you want. He keeps the class interesting and is honestly so charming & funny. You'll easily get an A if you do the work which isn't hard. You won't regret taking his class I promise.
I would most definitely take Professor Williams again! He was genuinely the best professor I have taken. He truly cares about his students and is always working with his students if you fall behind on a quiz he will work with you and take the grade (not as a late grade). Only 2 major exams which are mainly from the quizzes. Very easy A!
Prof Williams cares alot about History and it shows. He really gets into his lectures and shows alot of passion about History ... be ready to take notes... the better your notes are the better your papers will be. Very easy going and very approachable .... over all great Prof.
Professor Williams is extremely passionate about history. History is not one of my favorite subjects but I thoroughly enjoyed the class. He made it very interesting and shares interesting stories. He wants his students to pass and is available to help in the tutoring room during designated hours. I would definitely recommend him.
Professor Williams is the real deal. He knows his history and enjoys being a professor. This professor also knows the pains of what it is like to work and go to school at the same time. His lectures are above average, quizzes are fair, and exams are taken with notes. Take Williams and you will not regret it.
Professor Williams is terrific! He makes his lectures enjoyable and engaging . I had a good time in his class. Be prepared to read a lot as the quizzes all focus on the chapters. A truly great experience!
I had Professor Williams for both History 1301 & 1302. I really enjoyed his class! For books, hold on till he tells you if they'll be required or not. He offers alot of extra credit assignments. Attendance is graded. There is a quiz each week, a mid-term, a major essay assignment, and a final. As long as you do all the above you can pass his class.
If i could put more than three great tags i totally would. He is so passionate about teaching and really cares that you learn. I would take his class again in a heart beat. HE IS AWESOME!
Professor Williams is absolutely amazing. He is extremely passionate about history. His lectures are very interesting. History is definitely not one of my favorite subjects but I learned so much by enrolling in his classes (I took both 1301 and 1302 from him). Definitely do the extra credit projects. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND TAKING HIS CLASSES.
Professor Williams is a remarkable teacher that enjoys teaching and loves to drive the ambition high for all his students to become successful. In addition, he makes us understand the importance of history and how it affects us today. The class contains lots of reading and knowing the facts of History, well worth it with this teacher.
PROFESSOR WILLIAMS IS PHENOMENAL, HE IS GREAT AT WHAT HE DO. HE HONESTLY WANTS ALL OF HIS STUDENTS TO SUCCEED, NOT ONLY IN HIS CLASS BUT IN LIFE AS WELL. THIS CLASS REQUIRES A LOT OF READING AND WRITING BUT IT IS SO WORTH IT. I TOOK 1301 AND 1302 AND I MADE A'S IN BOTH CLASSES. I HAVE GAINED A TON OF KNOWLEDGE FROM HIS TEACHING. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND
There is a quiz every Tuesday over the chapter the week before. Every week you read one chapter and take notes in class during lecture and then over the book and the quiz will be easy. Makes class interesting and we also get out of class early almost every time.
Professor Williams is an awesome professor and shows that he really cares for his students
I took history 1301 and 1302 with professor Williams and passed both classes with A+ ! He is the best professor Ive had! I highly recommend and would take his class again any time! Just take notes and you will pass!
Professor Williams loves what he does, he is a good teacher. Gives good lectures, not boring at all. Work is easy if you show up for class. He's real understanding when it's comes to turning in assignments. Awesome teacher!!!
JP Williams is THE BEST HISTORY TEACHER OF ALL TIME! Hes very passionate about what he does! Hes very informatice and gives extra to help boost your grade up. I am currently taking his class again for History 1302. I recommend his class to everyone!
JP Williams is just a gem. I took him for 1301 and passed with an A and now I passed his 1302 class with an A. If you do all the work that you're suppose to and take notes and pass the quizzed & tests, it's a pretty easy A and simple class. He's very laid back and really nice guy. I would love to take his class again if I could.
I took history 1301 and 1302 with professor Williams and he is the best history teacher ever .Gives good lectures, not boring at all. Take notes, make sure you pass the quizzes & tests, then it's a pretty easy A. He's real understanding when it's comes to turning in assignments. He's very laid back and really nice guy.
Love his class, quizzes every tuesday which is over notes from class, quizzes are easy if you go over the terms list, online tests. Had a night class and he always made it very easy to follow along and be interested, he's always on time and if you miss a quiz you can just get it next time you're present Do your work and easy A- just do good on quiz
Professor Williams takes care of his students. He is very intentional towards his students , in the way he gives lecture , in the way he quizzes and the way he tests. Every lecture is very entertaining, with the slides, movie clips or his very unique way of teaching. He has made the experience of learning History rather pleasant .
Great teacher willing to work with you to get the grade you want
Professor Williams is the best professor. Just show up in class, get good points on quizzes that is taken every tuesday which is easy, easy exam and easy essay points. Will take hist II with him again
Professor Williams is the best teacher ever! I mean it for real. I loved his class. I took History 1301, 1302 with him last semester. He gives great lectures that not boring at all. you need to take notes, make sure you pass the quizzes & tests, and always be on the top of your assignments then it's a pretty easy A. He is such a great professor.
I recommend his class to everyone! He is the best professor at brookhaven college. He is very passionate about what he does and his lecture were stunning and not boring at all. I took 1301&1302 with him and I gained a lot of valuable knowledge. AWESOME professor!! take him!!!
I can not recommend Prof. Williams enough. If history is not your thing, he will make it a very enjoyable experience. His positive attitude and humility really show through his understanding and dedication to teaching. Quizzes and exams are from the book and lecture, take notes! If youre taking college for the first time I highly recommend him.
I took both hist 1301 and 1302 with him. It was 7:10pm class and still never missed it. He is exceptional. He appreciate what you do. Gives really great presentation and lecture. Take his class and you'll never wanna miss his class too.
Open notebook quiz every Tuesday over last week's chapter and lecture and then and online mid term and final. You have a document analysis at the EOY but you have plenty of time to do it!
He was an ok professor, but he graded note taking which is odd for a college professor to do,not everyone takes notes, everyone learns different and it affected my grade by a letter, also he grades attendance, this is college, not highschool. He is unorganized in that he has lost my homework before.
Professor Williams was an amazing professor, very enthusiastic about history, made the class very enjoyable, made you want to learn more about history. I would most definitely take Professor Williams class again.
Everything that you've read about this professor is TRUE! He cares he keeps your attention throughout the class , and you can also tell he loves what he do. If you come to class you will pass. And even if you miss let him know and he will work with you. If I would've known about him for 1301 I would've taken his class then very good teacher
Professor Williams is by far one of the greatest teachers I've ever had, just show up, pay attention, do what you gotta do , do extra credit if you want and you'll be good. Class was never boring. I recommend him 100%.
Great teacher who actually cares about his students. Class was always fun and very entertaining. All you have to do is take good notes as every quiz and exam is open notes.
Professor Williams is an excellent teacher. His many years of background in education provides him to have a relative outlook on challenges of scholars. He's very respectful and considerate of everyone wants the best for people genuinely!
I took the PM classes, he spoke on how he respected that we had full-time jobs and went to school at the same time and commended us for that. We respected him and enjoyed his life stories he had to tell us. If I could id take every class he teaches every semester. Not an easy A, you have to work for it but he also sets you up for success.
Great story teller. Taking another class with him, and I don't even like History. Quiz heavy, every week. ample extra credit. overall satisfied with his approach, desire to assist and willingness to always teach at a high level. THANK YOU. you have made going back to school 20 years later enjoyable.
Favorite class so far, gives out great notes. Just study key terms and important people.
An amazing professor! He wants all his students to pass, but you have to put in the work. Please take him! You wont regret It. I never really liked history but Doctor. William made me love history.
Hes a really good professor and is very understanding. I took him for HIST 1301 and 1302 and received A's. Show up to class and youll pass and make sure you take good notes from lectures, theyre beneficial for quizzes and note book checks. He is very caring towards his students and wants them to pass with an A.
If i could take your classes over again i would.
Prof. Williams makes learning easier by keeping all the learning content very organized and easily accessible, the course contains a lot of reading but as long as you read and do your work its a guaranteed pass. Another thing to mention is that Prof. William is also very good at responding to students he will respond to your emails very promtly.
I have always despised history classes as I find them extremely boring, however, I would take Mr. William's class any day! You need to take his class in person, his lectures make lessons easy to understand and relatable to today's issues. He has such an engaging personality, I was never bored and always looked forward to coming to his class.
Professor Williams is PHENOMENAL, seriously if I could take his classes again I would. You can tell he is very passionate about history & passionate about teaching. Theres nothing more rewarding than learning from a prof that loves what they do & also loves their students. 11/10, highly recommend, cannot speak highly enough of him, TAKE HIS CLASS!
I took his class during the summer. The class went very fast but he did a really good job at explaining things and not once was I confused over the material. There will be discussion boards and essays over videos and quizzes due every week as well as the tests but he is a very easy grader. Just do your work and you'll get an A.
His class makes you think deeply about world around us
Professor Williams is a great professor. He makes learning so much fun and he relates history to modern-day events. He is also such a great person to talk to about anything. 100% would want to have him again as a professor
A good professor and a good guy, who loves history and teaching. He always keeps things interesting in class, and is willing to help any student who asks for it. I loved taking his history course and only wish I could have for done so for longer!
Prof Williams is very organized. His lecture notes make the course even easier to follow, but it's history, so tons of reading. I would've preferred to have him for a full semester instead of summer, but he makes it almost impossible to fail either way. He's responsive outside of class and he gives good feedback to every submission.
His lectures are super entertaining and short enough that they stayed interesting the whole time. He's obviously very dedicated and passionate about his job and is super accessible outside of class. I hope I get to take another one of his classes.
Mr. Williams is a very good professor and I will definitely take his course again.
Lectures are easy to follow and the readings from the textbooks are lengthy but readable. Doesn't make attendance feel like a chore, look forward to them.
He is very polite and understands your concern. If your late or cannot complete on time he will help for sure. Very flexible. He uploads extra credit for good grades.
His lectures are amazing. You learn so much.
Very nice professor
Professor Williams is an amazing person! He gives out excellent lectures and notes for his students. I've learned a lot in his class. I've gotten perfect scores on my assignments, quizzes, and exams. He also cares about his students and wants them to succeed in life. I definitely recommend taking HIST 1301 with this awesome professor!
I took Professor Williams class for a 5-week summer class (in-person) and it was a great experience! He is a professor who really enjoys what he is teaching and is able to cover multiple topics in one lecture. His grading is very fair, and he will give you grace on late assignments. The assignments aren't that difficult as well.
the best professor
Class Info
Online Classes
100%
Attendance Mandatory
84%
Textbook Required
9%
Grade Predictor
Your expected effort level
Predicted Grade
A+
Grade Distribution
Common Tags
Rating Trend
Stable
-0.02 avg changeRatings by Course
1301
5.0
(5)13011302
5.0
(1)CLASS
5.0
(1)HISTORY1301
5.0
(5)HISTORY1302
5.0
(5)Difficulty by Course
CLASS
3.0
HIS130226501
2.7
HIST130125501
2.5
HIS1301
2.5
1302HIST
2.4