HE is a great professor as long as you take notes and attend class oh and also read your textbook if you dont then ur screwed. X choice quizes. X choice exams w/ essays

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Pretty difficult...but talks about interesting stuff.

An exceptional history teacher. The class is not boring, he always tries to make us think. This is not an easy or blow off class. You have to read the textbook and selected required readings that relate to the class (most are interesting) also take good notes and follow instructions. Great class and rather challenging

I really enjoyed this class. It was not a blow off class but it really gets you thinking. You must attend and you must read and you must use your brain...i definitely recommend him, but he is difficult.

Straight forward prof, firm and fair. Prepared me for the university. No free rides and expects you to act like college students all the time and be on time. Glad TCC hired him.

whine, whine, whine, all students do and behave like elementary students. tovanche is hard but this is college not grade school. will take him again, if you want a real collee prof take him.

Second semester with Mr. Tovanche. Excellent professor. Difficult, but excellent. Challenges and gives quality education comparable to four year colleges (i imagine). I made an A :)

Good teacher, and interested on teaching his students.

Great Prof!I ended up with a D, but he did everything he could to guide me,and help me to do better.One of the most important things he did was to encourage me to not give up.He is fair and dislikes for his students to not take advantage of his office hours.He is always available to help.I recommend him.Not only is he a great prof.He is sexy!He has

I enjoyed his class, but I had to work hard for my grade.Prof.Tovanche is a tough and strict instructor who expects his students to do the work,and act like adults, but he is also very helpful if seek his help. His lectures are informative and his tests are hard. He encourages discussion about the topics, but does not let the class get off subject.

Mr. Tovanche is a very good teacher, and encourages class discussion, but if you ask a question he makes you feel stupid and glances at the clock if you talk for too long. Tests are complex, and quizzes have five questions, so get them all right! Make sure you show up, too, or you will get behind.

Seriously, grow up and get use to college! 1st it was not his fault our bonus points have been taken away, it's the childish kid who still wants their mommy to hold his/her hand. 2nd this is college! If you read and study this class is an attainble A. 3rd he NEVER forces his opinions on us and he is FAR from biased! One of the BEST teachers by far!

Wow...lots and lots of whining. He is by far the best professor I've ever had. The man knows his stuff and is extremely helpful. He likes discussion and students who ask questions. It's too bad I only took one of his classes. Read your syllabus and your book! I highly recommend him, you'll take away more with his class than in any other.

This guy ruined History for me...

Professor Tovanche is a GREAT Professor he makes he lectures interesting and he is definitely not biased. Make sure you take good notes and read the chapters he assigns!!! BE ON TIME! I LOVE his class and i will keep taking his classes as long as can. He can be mean but as long as you do his work you should be good :)

Great professor, lectures were great. People need to stop whining and do the work. Very helpful if you ask for it. If you want a challenging experience take this professor.

Easily my favorite class.

I learned a lot in his class. I scored well but at the expense of nearly failing my other classes. I had to dedicate too much to his class to recommend him to anyone else. You will learn from his lectures. But only what he wants you to learn. He drastically scaled the difficulty down halfway through to accommodate the failing majority of the class.

Yes he's hard, yes he's strict, and yes he makes you work for your grade. Because of all of that he's the best professor I've ever had and one who I've learned the most from. He makes you understand the material; so If you're a person who pays to go to school to actually learn, he's the guy for you.

He makes you earn your grade. You get what you put into it and he is a very fair professor. He makes you think about things in an irregular way that makes you understand the material. He also does a very good job of not putting a bias perspective into his teaching, which can be hard for history. Overall very respectable professor.

He is a very great speaker. He gets his classes involved during lecture. His test were very easy as long as you do not wait till the last day to study everything. He respected each students and opinions as long as you respected him and classmates. He gives you 93% of the answer, for test, from his lectures and the rest from the book.

Great professor, I learned more in this class about history than all of my previous classes combined. He is a great speaker and interested in the subject. Plenty of extra credit is offered, is difficult. He became easily frustrated with the class, and sometimes had a bad attitude that I did not appreciate, but overall I really learned & loved it

He is a highly intelligent and extremely precise with his lectures. A little strict, but definitely a stern and respectable man. Easily my favorite class.

He kept me interested through out the whole course

Don't come to his class with a mindset that he will take sympathy on you. He knows what he talks about, very professional, and he expects nothing less from you, because you're not in High School anymore. His classes are on a different level.

Best teacher ever. Not only you learn what you are required, he goes the extra yard to make it even more interesting. His test are 99% based on lecture, and his essay questions, for my class, were given in advance. He even came in on a Friday to teach my class, dual credit, with doughnuts. If you don't put some effort in, you will not do well.

Best history teacher I've ever had in my life, he goes into depth and helps you understand it better if you require that extra help. I would defiantly tae his class again.

This class is definitely worth taking. He dives deep into the history of America that has gone untold. No quizzes or homework, just five tests that are online. He is by far one of the best teachers I have ever had and I highly recommend taking this course.

Professor Tovanche is great professor. He is very intelligent and knows how to keep students interested in his lectures .Would definitely recommend him.

If I could take this class again, I would. He is always asking for students feedback in class to make sure everyone is up to pace. He is always at his office hours and loves to help you succeed.

4 EXAMS, 1 Comprehensive EXAM (optional- replaces lowest grade), 4 GRADES TOTAL. Show up on time, take notes, READ, and watch the videos. He only cares as much about your success as you do. Although he may appear a tad bit intimidating, he is very insightful and VERY resourceful! Mr. Tovanche is a little guy with a lot to offer!

This is the best history professor you could ever find. Just show up to class on time, don't use your phone, and take notes. I didn't even buy a book for this class. Just watched the videos and took detailed notes. He loves participation in class to make sure you understand what he's talking about. MUST TAKE IF YOU NEED A HISTORY CREDIT!!!

Great history class. Would take him again. You will definitely learn some amazing things in this class. He loves when students participate. But he can care less about any excuses, so show up on time turn off your phone and pay attention.

Took this class online. Broad range of reading, if you like to read this class is for you. 4 exams and one optional. 50 questions in 50 minutes. That is it, no papers to write or pop quizzes. I took lots of notes on the reading.

Dr. J is the reason i have an account on Rate My Professors! I have had many different majors, as well as many different teachers. Dr. J is probably the best professor I have EVER had! His lectures make you think (historical truths and tales of experiences). Lectures over things outside of the book. Law school grad expects you know the syllabus.

I didn't like history before I took his class. He makes the class so interesting. He very strict on phone use.. So don't get mad if he tells you to leave. Amazing professor will be taking him again

This may have been Professor Tovanche Paredes first online class, as he had problems creating tests without errors. He was humble about it and fixed everyone's grades. Though I took him online and never met him, he seems like a no-nonsense kind of guy. I like this, but if you want a pushover professor, my guess is that he is not for you.

Mr. T was the best professor I've had to date. Lectures are super engaging and very interesting. Tests are online and you don't really need the book. He's always willing to answer questions during office hours but come prepared. Stay off your phone in class or he will lose it. He can come across as harsh but he's really just passionate.

Took online. 4 tests and final. Thats it! Lowest grade dropped so if happy with 4 tests, skip the final. Rent digital book. Tests are online, 50 minutes, 50 questions with 5 extra credit questions, all multiple choice. You must have the book. Gives study guide. Read and take notes using guide. Gives extra credit. Watch a video and write 250 words!

You get what you put into his class. He gave us bonus points on all exams, so your grade is your grade. He does expect you to be on time and stay off your cell phone, but that's college stuff. I went to his office a couple of times and it helped. Just come with specific questions. He doesn't like laziness.

He comes off as very mean, but he means well. He has the tolerance of a high school teacher in that he explodes whenever you're late or if you even pull out your phone for a second. His class is very interesting, and you do learn a lot, but I wouldn't take it again. He's just very rude about very small things. If you're late, don't show.

As college Professors go he is a great one. He expects you to act as adults. YOU will have to read the book ( online/free) and his notes to pass exams. I do not find him rude at all. If you follow directions and be respectful in his class you will have a great experience.

Really great teacher, he won't dumb anything down for you and actually expects you to listen and learn. As long as you comply with his rules you'll do just fine.

Professor Tovanche is an excellent lecturer, extremely passionate, and connects with his students. You will get the grade you deserve in his class and he will challenge you, which is a great thing. 10/10 would take his classes again. I wish more professors were as great as this guy.

Took for online class. Everything is laid out in the syllabus. 4 tests, lowest grade dropped. 2 discussion boards. Test questions come from the book so if you don't read it, you won't pass them. He doesn't give "busy work". Only reason I got a B is because I didn't put A work into the class.

A serious teacher. Students were cheating on online exams so he did change exams during the semestr. Stay off phones, follow his rules and you'll be ok.

Professor Tovanches is a great guy! He is very strict on policies, and very big on respect in the classroom!! He doesn't give homework, but expects you to read ahead! The book is online!! Definitely read the syllabus. I loved his class! And taking his Hist 1302 this fall! All in all, he cares about his students and passionate about what he teaches!

Online summer. Made an A BUT required LOTS of reading/study. Wouldn't recommend for those w/limited study time or hectic schedules. 4 major exams/Comprehensive final optional. Very fair Professor/Responds to email. Optional videos great but lengthy. Study or you will run out of time on exams. 50 questions/5 xtra credit in 55 mins. Doable but tough!

It has been a while since I had a teacher/professor like this, not since sophomore year in high school. The teaching experience is hands on fantastic, his lectures are amazing and grip you into the experience like a well directed movie. He actually challenges you on what you know and you can actually have a well rounded conversation about it.

Second time taking Professor Tovanche. Show up, phones away & on silent/off, take notes, and participate and you will do well. This class was only essays and participation. I'm not the best writer but this class made me a better writer. He is extremely passionate about history and shows through his teaching. Would take again in a heartbeat.

4 tests and a final, lowest of all is dropped. Go to class, take notes, keep phones away & silent or off. He pours his soul into teaching and expects the same respect he gives his students. Always starts class on time & ends on time, very rare you'll get out early. Would take again if my major needed more history classes.

Great teacher who is willing to help you with any questions in class as well as tips in study methods. As long as you read and review the materials the class will go by smooth.

Difficult. Lectures are amazing though. Does NOT post notes online, so come to class. And don't be late otherwise you're absent. He hates cell phones. Gets agitated easily. Expects you to answer questions in class and will pause lecture and basically belittle the class until someone correctly answers. Must read 1 chapter of online book a week.

He is an amazing instructor who teaches WAY above his pay grade. Everyday that I walked through the door I felt as if I wassitting in a UT classroom. Puts a lot of effort into his lectures and expects the same from his students. Do NOT show up late or use your phone during class. The textbook if online and free

Course is set out, no surprises. Do what is asked and you will succeed. Very few grades so you cannot slack off.

This is probably my favorite teacher at TCC. If you aren't willing to pay attention and get involved do not take this class. However, if you actually want to learn he is always willing to teach.

He lectures like no other. I like his passion, and how he wants us to learn about life.

He expects you to study. Most students seem to just come to class and don't read the stuff he gives us. I'm doing pretty good because I pay attention and study my stuff. If you want a good teacher who will push you to learn, he's for you. Pay attention to the syllabus and you'll do fine.

I took his online class, and let me tell you. I have learned a whole new appreciation for quizzes and homework as he calls "busy work". Overall, I understand his concept of pushing ourselves to learn the material and key terms that is given to us and respect him for it.

The reading material is free! That's always a plus. There are 4 exams and a CE, but he drops the lowest grade to the CE is not required if you are happy with your grade. He offers a few extra credit too. The reading material is an easy read. Good study guides provided too.

Honestly, Mr. T has been one of the best professors I've had at TCC. This isn't one of those "easy A" classes where you get a packet with dates to remember. He makes you work for your grade. He doesn't make you buy some big expensive book, instead he uses a free online book. Do the required reading and get involved in lectures, and you'll do great.

His Mex-American history class was tough, but great. Only 10 grades for the semester, all essays. It used to be 20 essays, 2 per unit. There's no word limit, just as long as its clear, concise, and you answered the prompt. The book is super cheap, and very useful. You get what you put into the class.

I took prof Tovanche multiple times because I loved his class. No, hes not going to let you sit on your phone all class, and no its not ok to show up late, but this is college and Im not sure why anyone expects anything less. Just make sure you read the syllabus, Im serious, memorize the syllabus. All and all truely an amazing professor.

He is really passionate about history and how it affected people at the time. Lectures are really interesting and fast handwriting is a must. You have an online textbook that you have to read every week.

Its a college course and he expects you to put in time in his class. I think that overall he was a really good teacher. Plus the textbook was free! Not an easy A at all, but doable.

I took this class online and it wasnt to terrible. You do have to put time and effort into the work! Not an easy A, but if you put in the time to read I think youll be just fine. And the textbook is free online!

I took his class online in an 8 week semester. He gives quizzes from the book and two writing assignments that are pretty easy to do. The book is free. Doesn't take late work.

I took the class online. He offers a free book and some extra credit. Dropps the lowest of all the quizzes and gives short writing projects. Everything is laid out clearly in the syllabus. All in all a very good experience.

He is energetic and passionate. He really makes you think and will challenge students to support their opinions. Uses a free online textbook and gives about ten quizzes and two essays. He hates tardiness and classroom disruptions and can be a bit impatient about that stuff. You'll still learn alot.

You love him or hate him. If you want to learn a lot, take him. If you want to skate by then don't. You will have to read and he will call on students, specially when they come to class late. He doesn't play favorites. Uses free textbook for a bunch of quizzes.

A very knowledgeable, hilarious and smart professor, he is kinda tough but if you want to learn history, then his class is for you. Oh by the way, its not that difficult to get an A! just do you work

Dr. Tovanche has done a ton of legwork putting together his online course. He's serious about "Read the Syllabus," and for good reason--everything you need to know to get an A in this class is in there. This is the first time I've ever taken a class with a FREE ONLINE TEXTBOOK, which is awesome. Your grade is based on 8 quizzes and 2 discussions.

I took the online class and it was great. The textbook is online and free. A few quizzes with questions that will come straight from the reading. Then two discussion board posts that are easy grades if you follow instructions and put effort into them. Read the syllabus and you should have all your questions answered.

He is the best professor I have ever had. I took him for both HIST 1301 and HIST 1302 and I can honestly say his class changed my outlook on life and even led me to a whole career change. His class is hard, nothing will be given to you. I received a B in both of his classes. I would rather have a B in his class than an A in someone else's.

Great professor. He expects you to read and come to class on time. Doesn't test on dates, tho. He gives a bunch of quizzes and two essays, including a free textbook online. I'm getting a B.

Free textbook is great. Gives a bunch of quizzes and two discussion boards. Puts extra credit on all quizzes, but they are HARD. Read everything carefully. Got a B. Will take him again.

I took him for a Friday class and he made the time fly by. He is really into teaching and always talks about pushing for success. He is a bit intimidating and expects you to pay attention. I went to his office because I was failing. And he gave me study tips. Be sure to READ your syllabus and anything he assigns. Will take him again. Got a B

Professor Tovanche is tough, but fair. All you need to do is read, participate in class and listen. Dont fall asleep either. If youre tired? Suck it up. He gives amazing lectures everyday. You can tell he enjoys being a professor. It shows.

if you don't want to learn, don't take him

Prof. T is a great lecturer. Be on time, act like a college student. He doesn't answer stuff in the syllabus so you need to read that real close. You have to read.

im not sure what everyone thinks college entails? Yes, you have to read to pass (this is normal??). Yes, he wants you to show up on time (its incredibly rude not to ??). Tovanche is, and has been, one of my favorite professors. If you feel his class is too hard or that he is unfair maybe you need to take a look at the amount of effort you're giving

He seems to take teaching seriously. I took his online class. Everything is layed out for you, so I didn't even have to email him. I go to UTA and took this for a summer class. It wasn't that hard for me. I got a B.

His lectures are absolutely wonderful. I took his class twice, I failed the first time because his class is based off of some quizzes in which you have around 25 minutes to answer 20 questions but they're all based off of his lecture. I failed the first time because I didn't bother reading. Reading is the key. His lectures are fun and he is honest.

I was scared to take Prof. Tovanche based on these reviews, but I ended up loving his class. He's strict, but fair & interesting. The quizzes are difficult, but not impossible. If you hate history, find another professor because he takes it very seriously, but if you like the subject & don't mind taking notes, I'd definitely recommend his class.

Took him for online class. Not a lot of discussion boards but has a couple of interesting ones. Use the free textbook and you'll be ok.

Online course was good for me because I like to work on my own. Gives free textbook. Most of his tests are multiple choice but has two writing assignments. Clear syllabus gbut it's kinda long.

Zero tolerance for tardiness, no shows, side talking, electronics (phones, laptops etc.)or any disruptions. Comes off as a strong hard ass but he is actually very passionate about history. He's smart, funny & informative. He was the first person to mention COVID-19 to me before it hit US. He's on top of his game & expects you to be too! Just read.

ONLINE SUMMER COURSE with 8 quizzes(800 points) and 2 DB ( 200 points) for a total of 1000 points (A+) Reading is crucial in order to do well on the quizzes. I actually learned a lot in this class and Im really glad I took Professor T

Online summer course. Very clear instructions laid out. Free textbook. Just study the materials he gives you adn read carefully. Especially the syllabus.

I learned a LOT in this class. Took it online during the COVID summer, so it was hard to keep up. He gives podcasts on the textbook and they really helped me. They'r optional. He lays out the course pretty well. He also called me back when I needed extra help.

He relates the class information to his own personal life. That made him more approachable. He likes to handle things over the phone and that makes it more personal.

I'm now taking his 1301 class online and I'll probably take his other class too. He gives a bunch of quizzes and gives recorded lectures that are optional. Always there in office hours. But he does require you to work. That's college. Two writing assignments that aren't hard.

He gives a bunch of quizzes based on a free textbook. Also posts audio lectures but that's only if you need them. He reviewed quizzes with me so I could do better. You have to read the book.

Clear instructions, tough grader. There were 10 total assignments, each worth 10% of the final grade: 2 DBs and 8 quizzes (plus 2 optional make-up quizzes). The textbook was AWESOME; the DBs were difficult (he's a tough grader); the quizzes were comparatively easy- 20-25 questions, 25-30 minutes to complete.

Profesor Tovanche puts everything you need on blackboard from the jump. One multiple choice test each week and two essays you get three weeks to finish. He drops two lowest tests. Also gives video lecture. I messed up bad on my essay and he let me redo it.

Prof T is detialed with his expectations. He has one chapter test per week. I plagiarized my midterm by mistake, but he let me redo it for part credit. I would recommend him but he won't just give you a grade.

He gives a free textbook and video lectures. The lectures are optional. Not easy but not hard. He had a weekly review session live.

Hmm. He really helped me when i called him. He broke down instructions and stuff I had trouble with in the readings. He asks a lot of questions to make sure you're doing the work though.

He grades you on a couple of essays and a bunch of multiple choice tests. Just read the book and study the key terms for the tests. Not easy but not hard.

I took him a few semesters ago. He lectures a lot but he talks about interesting stuff. He can be funny. His tests can be tough if you don't study. Read instructions carefully. He's pretty serious about teaching and he expects you to be too.

Wow. For me, this class was not hard. The class is organized, not like a lot of online classes. I got no surprises. He drops two lowest test grades out of 15 tests. You have to write a couple of summary essays. Just take it out of the book and the podcasts he provides.

Not easy but fair. Free textbook. Lots of quizzes. Just stay on top of the reading.

Free textbooks online, so that's a huge plus. You will not find a more entertaining or animated professor. Really made the subject come alive and worth paying attention to in class. Loved everything he taught, and I have fond memories of his stories five years later.