3.8

Joseph Moskowitz

Political Science - New Jersey City University

3.8
Quality
3.3
Difficulty
57%
Would Retake
83
Reviews
3.8
Quality
3.3
Difficulty
3.8
Helpful
3.8
Clarity

57%

Would Retake

83

Reviews

Rating Distribution
Official

5

47

4

9

3

9

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8

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10

What Students Say

I had him for 3 days and he is amazing

NJCU2016 - 5.0 rating

Professor Moskowitz gives the best and most interesting lectures

COMPPOLI - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

77%

Textbook Required

78%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

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Predicted Grade

B-

86% confidence
Based on 12 grades
Most common grades:
B (4)
A+ (2)
A- (2)
Grade Distribution
A(2)B(4)C(1)D(2)F(1)A-/B+(3)
Based on 14 reported grades
B: 4
A+: 2
A-: 2
Drop/Withdrawal: 1
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Caring (3)
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GROUP PROJECTS (2)
Tough Grader (2)
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POLI
Apr 16, 2003

No Comments

3.0
5.0
SOCIALSCI
May 21, 2003

The worst experience of my undergraduate classes. I have a GPA of 3.60 take my advice stay away from the most boring, long winded professor you will ever meet.

1.0
5.0
SOCIALSCI
May 21, 2003

Hope you are a Republican!

4.0
4.0
SOCSCI
May 26, 2003

ummmmmm so boring! he over enunciates EV-ERY WORD

5.0
3.0
COMPPOLI
Sep 9, 2003

A REALLY GREAT TEACHER! VERY SMART. CLASSES WITH THIS PROF. ARE WORTH EVERY DIME YOU PAY.

1.0
5.0
POLSCI
Oct 16, 2003

Totally boring. He spends more time on explaining the rules than on explaining the material. He does not challenge the students.

2.0
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INTERNET
Oct 17, 2003

This guy is very boring....he can put you to sleep faster than any program shown on PBS. I could probably get my girl pregnant and she have the baby in 9 months and this guy Mosokowitz would still be on the same topic...

5.0
1.0
POLISCI
Dec 3, 2003

he is the bestgreat lecturer.most of the students in that class need help!!!!!!

4.0
4.0
CYBERPOLI
Jan 5, 2004

Online course. Pretty interesting (depends on other students). Just be prepared to do a whole lot of writing.

5.0
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MILITARY
Grade: A+
Mar 18, 2004

This guy is the man! He knows everything and is extremely interesting. Plus tests are easy.

5.0
4.0
CIV2
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Mar 22, 2004

he was awesome...i learned a lot, but his exams were rough

5.0
3.0
CYBERSPACE
Apr 12, 2004

he's really cool, ver clear on what he wants u to learn and his exams are fair, i recommend everyone to take him

2.0
5.0
POLISCI
Apr 21, 2004

boringggg. rough tests... hard class

4.0
2.0
CYBERSPACE
Apr 28, 2004

I don't think i have ever been so bored in my life. It's an easy class and hes not a tough guy,he's pretty fair actually. But sitting through his class is torture. He'll speak (extremely slow!!) for 2 hours and still keep you a couple minutes extra.Ugh

1.0
5.0
CIVII
May 13, 2004

Classes r not worth taking for the amiunt of money u pay. His tests are hard as anything...I did not learn a thing in his class....he over does it with the all the talking he does. Class was not interesting at all.....it was B-O-R-I-N-G!!!!!!

3.0
3.0
POLSCI
May 18, 2004

If you study you will pass.

3.0
3.0
COMPPOLIT
May 26, 2004

he teaches the class like it's 300 level or higher class instead of an intro level... such a boring lecturer... i hate politics more now then i ever did

5.0
2.0
CIVII
May 26, 2004

He was a cool man not demanding good professor but he likes to try new stuff in teaching his coures some are good some are yuck overall he is fair and he grades well. Cool man great easy class.

5.0
2.0
POLI102
Jun 24, 2004

This professor is extremely fair and understanding. His tests are very fair. As long as you study you can pass. Knows a lot of information and likes to share great stories while lecturing. I would definitely take one of his classes again.

5.0
3.0
POLI102
Jun 24, 2004

This is a great prof. Explains everything until you get it, doesnt bore you w/ lectures and is a nice guy. Study for the exams and you'll pass. I'd take him again!

5.0
3.0
POLI254
Aug 9, 2004

He was a very interesting professor who knows alot about the subject matter. Just do the work and study and your efforts will be made worth it. I would recommend him to others. Very enjoyable class.

5.0
4.0
COMPOL
Sep 10, 2004

Talks way too much. But is agreat professor who is very fair and enjoys giving his students the advantage of passing. Just do your work and you'll be fine. An excellent professor!!!

5.0
3.0
COMPPOLITICS
Dec 16, 2004

Good teacher. Cares about his students. will be helpful if you approach him. tests are not out of this world hard but you will need to study or now ALOT about Politics. He doesn't stop to let you ask questions. and when he does he only take 2-3. anything else ask after class. he will stay

5.0
3.0
COMPARATIVE
Dec 22, 2004

really into his subject; fair; very willing to help; you can take examines again;

5.0
3.0
COMPPOLI
Dec 23, 2004

Extremely knowledgable and fair. His classes are very interesting and he is always willing to talk after class. I recomend everyone take his classes. he makes the subject interesting, something other profs. can't acheive. Everyone who takes this class says they learned much more than they expected.

5.0
3.0
POLSCIENCE
Dec 28, 2004

the class was easy and the class also was very interesting and we learned new things everyday.

4.0
3.0
FYECYBERSPACE
Jan 3, 2005

Dr. Moskowitz is a hard professor but it is not impossible to pass him. He is very bright and clear when teaching and expects only the best from students. If you are a lazy one, dont take this course.

5.0
2.0
CIV2
Feb 4, 2005

I love Mr.M.! He was helpful, very detailed, and fun to have . Mr. M was nice enough to talk after class about social issues. I even changed my major with his guidance. Be careful out there, Mr. M. Everyone should have him.

3.0
4.0
CIV2
Feb 28, 2005

Sorry, but anyone who requires 1-2 books for a single essay question is not a good professor in my opinion. O yeah, and the subject sucks!

5.0
3.0
CIVII
May 4, 2005

I love Prof. M. He's got a great sense of humor and a very easy going nature. Plus, he tells you exactly what's going to be on the tests.

5.0
1.0
EXPLCYBERSPACE
Sep 14, 2005

if you can sit through the long and boring lectures you will not have any trouble passing. the txtbks are expensive...DONT BUY FROM THE BOOKSTORE wait and get them on the web. one book was $114 at the campus bookstore and I paid $35 online. We didn't even use the books that much.

5.0
4.0
COMPARATIVEPOL
Oct 25, 2005

he's just awesome.. a tough class but he's very helpful

1.0
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EXPLCYBSPCE
Nov 7, 2005

BIGGEST mistake you'll make. I changed his class to sometin else after the first day. Even the atmosphere was screaming "failure". Did not feel comfortable with his grading process and his expectations of you. Plus he teaches a very boring subject. Tells u to buy like 100 books. Avoid Class.

4.0
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FYE106CYBER
Dec 15, 2005

He is a kool person. also he helps his students out at the end but i always wanted to fall asleep in his class. but he keeps u awake though with his stories.

5.0
3.0
POLISCI
Jan 29, 2006

very, very smart man

1.0
1.0
GOVTANDBUSIN
Mar 24, 2006

DO NOT TAKE HIS ONLINE CLASS UNLESS IT IS THE ONLY CLASS YOU HAVE THAT SEMESTER. The assignments he gives are over the top difficult and time consuming. When you take him in person he gives you no homework. On line he kills you with assignments on a weekly basis. I dropped him after seeing his syllabus. UNREAL

5.0
3.0
ONLINE
May 2, 2006

Really good professor. Difficult if you'r lazy. Lots of work. Unlike most NJCU class, you learn alot

3.0
3.0
GOVTBUSI
Aug 11, 2006

Professor is very knowledgeable. Online class does involve reading a chapter, (16 pg) per week & some assignments that aren't too hard. Only problem is when he gives two assignments in one week. Then it is too much work! He gives two timed tests but lets you try 3 times. Not sure how he grades yet!Pleasant to deal with by email. I liked his course

5.0
1.0
SCI101
Apr 19, 2007

Tons Of fun. lol. very easy teacher, u learn alot.

2.0
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FYE106
May 4, 2007

This professor is a very smart man. But he is long winded and talks extremely slow. He also never lets you leave on time.

5.0
3.0
BUS101
Jul 16, 2007

kewl dude !!!

5.0
3.0
POLISCI
Aug 6, 2007

knows lots of stuff

5.0
2.0
FYE106
Oct 16, 2007

Take every class he teaches. Explains curriculum in great detail. Pleasant personality and a lot of fun. Will teach until the last minute and then some.

2.0
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PSCIALL
Dec 20, 2007

RUN AND HIDE FROM HIM . DOESNT TEACH AND MAKES YOU DO ALL THE WORK . LISTEN TO ME AVOID AT ALL COSTS .YOU WILL BE STUDYING FOR THE EXAM FOR EVER .

5.0
2.0
INTER101
Aug 30, 2008

Prof. Moskowitz is great! He covers the material in great detail. His classes are very laid back and interesting. He gives you ideas to do at home on your own time that pertain to the class material. Very helpful and his grading is fair.

5.0
4.0
POLIPOLI
Oct 16, 2008

He's a very interesting professor, explains things very clearly and always tells fun stories to make points. the class is a bit challenging but if you like political science you'll find his class great

2.0
4.0
POLI116
Jan 15, 2009

The amount of work he requires for this class is unreasonable for the course level for the amount he teaches (0.0)I put in more than 4 hrs a week in Homework and I still did not get an A. Pretty shady for an online class!DONT TAKE HIM unles u like to write insane amounts of useless work! THANK YOU

5.0
3.0
POLI109
Jan 19, 2009

Great Prof. 3 tests, oral presentation and a big project. You will learn a lot in this class, the hard part is remembering it all for the test. I got an A-.

5.0
2.0
POLCOMP
Apr 17, 2009

I had Moskowitz for Comparitive Politics. He was really great! You have to keep up with reading the text and taking notes but it's possible to get an A. He is very knowledgeble, easy to talk to, and funny. I definitely say take the class.

2.0
5.0
POL109
Jul 13, 2009

This Prof knows his stuff but acts as if you have all the time in the world to prepare and study for his exams. If you don't mind reading everyday and learning boring topics then you will like this class.

2.0
5.0
POLI109
Dec 20, 2009

He is a pleasant person, and he tries to joke around and the debate on the last day of class was informative and fun. However, his exams are extremely hard, no matter how hard you study! I studied for hours on end, did the homework, and wound up failing half of my tests. He gives makeup tests, but they are just as hard!

5.0
3.0
POLI109
Dec 4, 2010

nice guy. great professor to have

5.0
2.0
POLI102
Jan 17, 2011

Great Professor. Just took his US Politics Course in Winter Intercession. 8 - 4/12 hour days. Courses never felt long or boring. Great professor. Crystal clear explaining things. Exams were reasonable. He broke down the text very specifically. Requires some writing assignments. Work seems worse than it is. Take him; he's 1 of the good on

3.0
3.0
FYE1
Mar 27, 2012

:: thumbs up :

5.0
2.0
COMPPOLI
May 18, 2012

Professor Moskowitz gives the best and most interesting lectures. Difficult tests but I wouldn't have it any other way. I learned a lot from this man.

5.0
5.0
POL454
Nov 27, 2012

He very smart and contributed a lot with academic life in everywhere he went. however, times have changed an he needs to retire. his experience is useless for the youth. his class is boring!!!!

5.0
1.0
POLI102
Dec 11, 2012

I don't like politics, but I learned a lot in Professor Moskowitz's class. He is friendly and helpful especially if you have a question about the material. The tests are not bad, you just have to listen to his lectures, read the book, study your notes. He also gives a few short papers, which are usually 400-500 words or 1 page.

5.0
4.0
POLISCI101
Mar 12, 2013

Moskowitz is a nice guy. He is really helpful and wants us to learn. Yes the class is tough but you will end up learning a lot of useful info.

5.0
2.0
FYE
May 9, 2013

Moskowitz is a real smart guy. He is really into his field. He is very interesting, and as he explained to us on the first day, you will not be able to hide in his class. He is pretty easy as well, never gave a paper longer than two pages. Good professor: I recommend him.

3.0
5.0
POLI109
Dec 13, 2013

This professor speaks very slowly and can put you to sleep, however he realizes as he speaks whether or not he's becoming too boring and tries to make everyone become involved. He's a great individual, but be aware that his multiple choice exams are difficult. The companion site to the book will probably help you more than the book itself.

5.0
1.0
POLI109
Dec 23, 2013

A ton of work but it was well worth it. I learned a lot. Prof. Moskowitz gives tons of feedback that is constructive and humorous. The best online class that I've taken. Very interesting material. He relates the subject matter to the real world. I would take him over and over again.

5.0
3.0
FYE106
Dec 31, 2013

Great professor! He is very passionate about his work and material, so you must pay attention and participate. He really opens your eyes about real world issues. Honestly he can be a bit boring at times, but who can't? of you really give a good effort and even go see him after class, he will help you! Good professor, good teaching method!

3.0
4.0
POLI116
Oct 13, 2014

If Pol. Science is not your major, stay away! Took this course to fill a Gen Ed. slot, & it was more work than my major courses! LENGTHLY ASSIGNMENTS. If you don't have multiple hours to put into a Gen Ed. course (who does?), this professor is not for you. I'm sure he is nice, but needs to understand most students have more important things to do.

1.0
5.0
GOVANDBUS
Grade: F
Jan 3, 2015

he gives you way too much work! assignments that take up more than half of your time. If you're full time, Stay away! his tests are crazy difficult! I studied for hours and weeks only getting a 31 out of 100. He gives a midterm and final and without passing, you're doomed. Save your GPA and take another course!

4.0
3.0
FYE106
Jan 31, 2015

Professor Moskowitz is an excellent professor. He is able to explain complex material and make it understandable to a varied audience. The class work was interesting and challenging. On many occasion it was fun too. I had an overall wonderful learning experience. Participation is encouraged. Easy? Nothing in life that is worth anything is easy.

5.0
3.0
GOVBUS
Feb 1, 2015

good guy; I got A in class; high standards, you can take exams over

5.0
4.0
POLI1162
Mar 21, 2015

Good teacher, you will actually learn something.

4.0
3.0
2356FYE106
Grade: A+
Apr 2, 2015

I have him now and even though the tests can be hard and the projects a little weird and challenging but it keeps you up to par with what you're supposed to be learning. He explains more than once if you don't understand and teaches some pretty interesting things but cool and useful to know at the same time.

5.0
4.0
NJCU2016
Grade: Rather not say
Jul 10, 2015

I had him for 3 days and he is amazing

2.0
5.0
POLI109
Dec 9, 2016
Wouldn't take again

(online class for comparative politics) HARDEST class I have ever taken. He will never give you a full 100. I submitted an assignment twice by mistake, he graded one an 80 and the other an 85. Turns out, he will essentially grade your work based on how he feels. I don't trust the way he grades & a 109 leveled course should not be this difficult.

1.0
5.0
POLI130
Grade: D
Dec 11, 2016
Wouldn't take again

very unprepared for lectures, does not prepare you for exams. tries to fit an entire chapter or two of notes (via powerpoint) in class, that never ends up happening. class is too short, you don't end up learning anything. expects to grade you on debating but never prepares you for it.

Get ready to read
TEST HEAVY
GROUP PROJECTS
1.0
5.0
POLI109
Dec 21, 2016
Wouldn't take again

He is very hard for an elective professor. I agree with the people here. You will only do good in this class if you really put time and effort and he is also a tough grader. I did all my work and put lot of effort ( I didn't even put this much effort into my major classes) Still I ended up getting only a B..

Tough Grader
Get ready to read
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
5.0
3.0
POL109
Grade: B
Dec 23, 2016
Would take again

I like his class alot; questions on chapter quizzes were same questions on midterm. Let's ya rewrite papers for higher grade. Expects students do read the text for exams. Likes to talk about stuff in the newspaper

Respected
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
POLI130
Jan 7, 2017
Would take again

This is my first class at NJCU that seemed like a college class and not a high school course. Great instructor, really cares about students, expects students to do their work

Skip class? You won't pass.
Caring
GROUP PROJECTS
4.0
3.0
POLI130
Grade: B
Jan 19, 2017
Would take again

Good teacher. I needed to give speech and debate. Debate was fun

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
4.0
POL109
Jun 13, 2017
Would take again

Many students advised me to steer clear of the Comparative Politics class with Professor Moskowitz because he was a tough grader. I had to take his class in order to graduate from NJCU as it was required. Yes, work was intense but I learned so much about politics, even from his feedback. He is truly one of the best professors at NJCU.

Tough Grader
Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
5.0
3.0
POLI140
Grade: A-
Aug 12, 2017
Would take again

I took his summer course and it was great. Lots of discussion and readings were on Blackboard so I didn't need to buy a textbook.

Respected
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
POL109
Grade: A-
May 3, 2019
Would take again

I liked this class. He is a good guy with standards.

Respected
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
1.0
4.0
POLI230
May 8, 2020
Wouldn't take again

This class should not be online. It was my worst experience with an online professor. I took it to learn more about politics and I finished an entire semester without learning a thing. I spent most of the time worrying about the heavy course load. Over 40 assignments. To give you perspective, he responds great essay and gives you 80. Worst Grader.

Tough grader
4.0
3.0
POL109
Grade: B+
Dec 3, 2021
Would take again

You want to learn; take his classes

Respected
Accessible outside class
Clear grading criteria
1.0
5.0
POLI
Grade: B
Mar 22, 2023

I took this professor for Business and Politics and it was a nightmare. I have not put this much effort into a class ever and still end up with a B. He does not believe in giving out A's he WILL harm your GPA. He has a ridiculous amount of work every week and none of it will help you gain any knowledge it is pure, well you know what. STEER CLEAR!

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Lots of homework
5.0
4.0
POLI130
Grade: B
Dec 20, 2023
Would take again

I learned a lot in his class. More than I expected. He gives great feedback and boosts my confidence. The tests he gives are hard but overall, I liked the assignments he gave and the presentations I had to give in the class.

Group projects
Gives good feedback
Respected
3.0
4.0
POLI1302204
Grade: C+
Jan 29, 2025

Professor Moskowitz was an excellent person at the beginning of the class, He asked you to read the book and speak a lot, and sometimes he talked about the election but didn't go through for the class. Also, He graded you but didn't say what was wrong or what you could do better for the next presentation, he made you do 5 presentations and 2 exams.

Tough grader
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

77%

Textbook Required

78%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

B-

86% confidence
Based on 12 grades
Most common grades:
B (4)
A+ (2)
A- (2)
Grade Distribution
A(2)B(4)C(1)D(2)F(1)A-/B+(3)
Based on 14 reported grades
B: 4
A+: 2
A-: 2
Drop/Withdrawal: 1
Common Tags
Respected (5)
Get ready to read (4)
Clear grading criteria (4)
Caring (3)
Tough grader (3)
GROUP PROJECTS (2)
Tough Grader (2)
LOTS OF HOMEWORK (2)
Rating Trend

Stable

+0.01 avg change
May
May
Dec
Mar
Dec
Jan
Last 6 months
Ratings by Course

COMPPOLI

5.0

(3)

MILITARY

5.0

(1)

POLI102

5.0

(4)

POLI254

5.0

(1)

COMPOL

5.0

(1)
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Difficulty by Course

SOCIALSCI

5.0

EXPLCYBSPCE

5.0

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5.0

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5.0

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4.0

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