i love how she is so informative, she definitely knows her stuff, out of all the history teachers i've had she was the most interesting out of all of them, she has weird but funny examples, a litle loud but you get used to it, participation in discussions is key, tests are straightforward

Julie is AMAZING! As long as you GO to class, PAY attention, TAKE notes and actually complete the study guides, YOU'LL BE FINE! She's very energetic and helpful. If you have any questions she'll help you without a doubt. She asks her students to send her drafts via e-mail so that she can give you feedback and trust me, it helps. Def. recommended! =

Julie helps students a lot. When I went to her office to ask about essays, she explained details and helped me to make my mind clear. She taught students writing skills. She gave helpful study guides to examsams. She is really energetic, knowledgeble, and thoughtful person.

knows a lot about history. VERY hard grader, but she's willing to help if you ask for it. she also gives out study guides so that you are prepared for the exams...although the study guides are insanely long...still, its a good class and shes VERY helpful.

Julie is awesome! Others are right- she's a challenging grader but it's not as if she's averse to giving good grades. History is often a subject students put off till later to maintain other subjects. There arent many grades in her course. What you do you must do well to get an A. She lays eveything out for you. Shes also extremely cool

Very difficult writing. More like a high level english course with history as the theme. The semester started with 30 students and ended with around 10. Only B I have ever recieved in college.

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Very helpful teacher when it comes to bettering your grade. She will lay out everything you need to know in order to write your paper the way she wants it, and the things you need to know for your tests. She is a hard grader on the papers though. She is funny and open-minded. Highly recommended!

A great teacher in that she makes you interested in history. She's funny and encourages you to think for yourself. The classes are a breeze as long as you talk and contribute to class. The papers were tough but if you talk to her about them, she'll tell you everything you need to know. The mid term and final were easy; she tells you what is on them

Very good teacher, she really knows what she's talking about, she's really clear, and very helpful, will occasionally put you on the spot, but its good because she gets you thinking, highly recommended!

FANTASTIC! Participation is key! She is a hard grader when it comes to essays HOWEVER, send her drafts and she'll definately help you. I got As on minds thanks to her. Study well on exams. She has a great sense of humor!!

Encourages class participation, which is great because you get to apply history to current issues. Suddenly, history's not just irrelevant stuff from the olden days anymore. Tip: Talk, talk, and talk. Ask her to help in your paper. Make five drafts if you can. That's the only way to make it the way she wants it. :D

She is the best teacher I've had at KCC. She is enthusiastic and knowledgable about her subject and gives interesting lectures. She does make discussion part of the grade so make sure you talk and keep in mind she will not hesitate to challange your ideas (not to be mean but to make you really think).

Wonderful teacher! She's enthusiastic about the subject (loves Asia, by the way). Although participation is the key, she makes it fun (and funny!). Really passionate about the subject and she knows what she's talking about. Just study for exams, turn essays in on time, and you'll be fine!

Fantastic instructor.She knows so much about history.Most of her classes are discussion based and she will make you think about all sides of opinions, resulting in more rounded and understanding views that are applicable in all areas of life.It's not boring with Julia.Tests not so hard, two big papers, movies like Gladiator shown.She loves China!

I took her 151 class and really enjoyed it so decided to go back and finish up my requirement. She's passionate but I wouldn't say she is particularly rude to Japan as a nation. She just compares the success of countries to other ones so you have an understanding of what the world was like. Learned a lot during this course, highly recommended!

She's an awesome teacher. It's clear she cares about her subject and her students. She makes class interesting and funny. Be prepared to take a lot of notes...maybe bring a tape recorder as she talks very fast. Highly recommended.

Took her WI class and I would never recommend her unless you're majoring in Asian Studies. Oh she hates Asians by the way, specifically Japanese. She'd also have assignments to write papers for articles or sections of the book that would take forever to read, and then forever to write about and make it worth only 10 points. I hate her.

Very good instructor... she does not dislike japan or japanese... history is history... recommended

Great teacher with tons of knowledge. She was a great lecturer. She grades papers hard, but she should because people in Hawaii cant write if their life depended on it. Also, she doesnt hate or lie about Japan. If you cant speak english and you are dumb, THEN her class is hard. Not because your japanese, although, most fit that category.

AWESOME. Her class consists mostly of lecture and powerpoint notes, but she makes it very interesting. Grades consists of 2 term papers, and 2 Exams, and class participation. After 2 semesters at KCC, she is the best teacher. I'm taking her again for 152.

She is very knowledgeable in the topic, and she makes her personality makes her lectures interesting. This is not a "cruise" class, as she is very strict about quality of the papers. Her class makes you become more aware and meticulous about your writing. You definitely cannot b.s. your paper and do it the night before.

I have several comments, so I will be leaving more than one rating. First of all, she speaks loud and clear, as a student you cannot possibility miss anything she says.

Secondly, some of the things she said about history are questionable, for example, she said that Jesus was crucified at about 28, but according to Luke?s gospel, He started his ministry around age 30. She is a creative teacher (played music before class) & tries to encourage her students to take part in discussions & think outside of the box.

Thirdly, She?s an okay professor if you are an extraverted & organized student. Papers she?s a little strict, but the papers are only at least three pages long counting footnotes, & she?ll take the time to help you with them. She used only one book, which saves money & reading time (text book use is a must).

Lastly, what were her thoughts about Japan? She had the tendency to keep talking & not moving on to the next lecture. She would also keep the class ten minutes overtime. We ended up falling so far behind, that she didn?t cover the lecture for Paper 2 until the day it was due, & we never got around to Japan.

Best teacher ever.makes the subject relevant,fun,and real.I honestly felt like i actually learned something, and i actually enjoyed it! make sure you can write a better than decent paper,and take your draft for her to read.class was so fun, watched 300, troy, gladiator, in class.lots to read,but easy,and gives out study guides and terms. EASY EXAMS

Julie teaches from a powerpoint but makes the subject fun and intesting. She encourages class participation and shows alot of film clips (Gladiator, 300, Troy) in class. She is passionate and knowledgeable about the subject and helps out students as much as she can (allows you to turn rough draft of paper). Tests are fairly easy due to the fact sh

Take Julie's class and you will have fun, learn alot, and get an A.

Julie was an awesome teacher. She was very, very knowledgable about the subject and explained the material really well. I definitely would recommend taking her class. She makes learning about history so interesting.

Professor knows the subject area really well and has a passion for what she does. Class is challenging, but not too difficult.

You'd have to be really damn lazy to fail this class. She's the best teacher I've had because she is an ace at knowing her subject as well as teaching at least SOMETHING to students. Like others said, she makes you think outside the box too. Her energetic/creatuve way of teaching usually grabs the class' attention.

AWESOME teacher! Most interesting and fun class ever! She grades papers more than an English teacher would though, but it's a motivation to do your best. She explains everything you need to know for exams so don't miss a class!!!

You have to be very open-minded in her class because class discussion is required and it counts as a grade. She grades essays like an average English instructor would. But just follow her criteria and you will do fine.

Pretty good professor. I enjoyed taking her class and learned a lot from her lectures. I didn't bother participating in class discussion and got D's on the papers and still passed the class with a B- because I aced the exams. Her exams are easy and are based on powerpoint lectures. She'll even give you a study guide.

Her class isn't mandatory but she has pp presentations every day that your really want to make a point of copying down. Word for word helps. She is not boring to listen to at all and has been the best history teacher I have ever had. She is smart and has a good sense of humor. HIGHLY recommend.

Attendance is mandatory because her lectures are power-point and the exams are based on them. She won't post her powerpoint online so If you miss class, you'll miss the lecture and might want to borrow the notes from other students. She grade essays like an English teacher does so if you are bad in grammar and English, don't take her.

I really did not like this teacher, I thought her voice was exceptionally irritating and left the class with a headache every day. On top of that, while she can make the class fun and interesting, she will shut you down if you try to voice an opinion other than her own. She's terrible at grading papers and needs to learn about economics.

She is very knowledgable about her subject. Sometimes gets off topic but conversations are fun and relative. Explains things great and her tests are pretty much based on her in-class notes; reading the textbook helps you get in class discussion points.

She is one of the most intellectual professors i have ever had. Julie is extremely friendly and outgoing, and will talk to you about almost anything. SHE KNOWS FOOTBALL! Besides that, she knows her subject very well. Her class consists of lots of class interactions, so if you don't like to speak up, this isnt the class for you. Overall great prof!

Attendance is very mandatory in her class. She gives out important information in class and her lectures are very helpful, in order to ace her exams. Her essays can be a pain in the butt, but overall, she is an excellent professor. She is very helpful and super nice. I will definitely recommend her class.

She is an awesome professor to take history from. She makes class interesting and you really need to go to class to do good on tests. Had to write a few papers but on interesting topics.

She is a good teacher. I recommend taking her class. She is very knowledgable in her subject and is easy to understand when giving lectures. She might give a few essays, but they a fun topics to write about.

Julie is a great teacher, she is very knowledgable about her subject matter. Makes all her lectures and lessons interesting and relatable in every way. I strongly favor her class because it is not a typical boring history class. She is amazing! She makes it all so intriguing and fun to learn!

Professor Julie is awesome! I had HIST 151 and 152 online with her. Make sure you watch the lectures and take good notes then you will do fine on the tests. She tends to go a little long with the online lectures but she loves history and you can hear that over the audio power points. Make sure your papers are well thought out.

One of the best teachers that i've had. She's really clear and definitely knows her stuff! She never fails to make us laugh in class. She makes the class really enjoyable, NEVER boring, NEVER fell asleep in that class. Always positive and REALLY helpful

Professor Julie is one of the most knowledgeable people I have ever met. Her class is super fun and lectures are interesting. ****If you don't like interacting, and giving your opinion on issues, do not take her. Most classes end with a discussion and you get participation points****

She's super clear with her expectations. If you need help, you can schedule time with her. Suuuper organized throughout the entire course, follows syllabus. VERY KNOWLEDGABLE, seriously knows her stuff. Provides a great learning environment, she makes learning fun and easy. Encourages everyone to participate and think for themselves.

AWESOME

I took her 151 class with a "hatred" for history, but after attending her class, I would now actually consider history one of my favorite subjects. She's VERY smart, and she will make you think about EVERYTHING. Her exams are all online, which is great and convenient, but don't be fooled they're not easy. Other than that, she's pretty awesome!

A place where I can voice my opinion. I love the debates we have in class.

Professor Rancillo is very knowledgeable in her field, loves to talk if you're willing to, and is a fair grader. She makes you think about the topics and encourages everyone to give their opinions. The papers and assignments are easy, but they do require diligence. I really enjoyed her class, so I'm taking her next semester again for HIST 242.

Very knowledgeable, energetic, helpful, easily reached outside of the classroom. I think I shoulda gotten a B, but I got an A, so I'm gonna say that she grades generously. The assignments are super important--do all & submit on time! HW weighs a lot more than the tests, which are easy (multiple choice, true false, matching). Classes can be lively.

My favorite teacher! Julie is very knowledgeable and passionate about history. She is very open to help students who are having personal or school problems. She encourages students to engage in debates and conversations in class with a stressfree classroom environment. Class lecture notes are important because she adds terms which will be on tests.

I like that she is very clear with her expectations of each student makes it easy to follow along and keep on point. She is very understanding of situations and does her best to work with you. I would definitely recommend her!

She's a really great teacher in my opinion! I enjoyed her class when I had her and I have to say, despite not participating in the discussions, the discussions were the best part of the class. She does have a very strong opinion though and because is her subject, she is knowledgeable and it can be kind of intimidating!

Professor Julie is a REALLY amazing professor. She keeps communication open and cares about her students despite working hard on getting her doctorate in the field of study. She is extremely knowledgeable and she gives the most memorable and often funny examples which helps the facts to stick in your head. TAKE HER CLASS, EASY, FUN, NO REGRETS

Easy A but you got a B? Turned in a paper late, drops a letter grade every day. Only two papers. No hw except LearnSmart - DO IT It'll help you with the midterm and finals, and is 15 % of your grade. Prof Julie knows her craft. Hilarious, engaging, thought-provoking! Really cares about History and her class. Go to class or make friends for notes!

One of my best classes! Lectures are thought provoking and she makes you think. Knowledgeable and will expand your view of the world. Participation matters so do not be afraid to talk. LearnSmart is an easy 15% of your grade. Get feedback on your papers to get the grade. Provides extra credit. Taking her 152 class.

I found this to be a very interesting class. She is hilarious and makes history fun. Her expressive lectures are awesome. She often made students laugh. Julie is a sweet lady. I really enjoyed her class so much that I did deeper research on my own time to learn more. She really knows her stuff. Her class is awesome . I would recommend her.

Tests and papers don't mean much in this class. MAKE SURE YOU KEEP UP WITH ASSIGNMENTS and pay attention to lectures and this class is a breeze. Fun professor, especially if history isn't a major interest for yourself IMO. Also, she finds some pretty good movie clips for different topics in class. In general her lectures are pretty good too :)

Professor Julie is very awesome, she make you feel History is not boring, writing assignment you can ask her for help multiple times, even this is not her office hours, she still welcome student come and ask her question. Exams are online via Laulima, 1 Midterm, 1 Final, but the time is very short. Overall, she is a good teacher

Love this teacher, her lectures are explained in detail. Tex book on line is easy to use and navigate. Expect to put in the time and study but she is an excellent teacher and you come out of this class with a lot of knowledge in history. She made class so interesting that you don't dread it like most history teachers. Would def take again! Awesome

Best history teacher! She is very nice and has very interesting lectures. She always responds to emails and helps students when they need it. The class isnt that hard theres learnsmart homework, a few papers, and two exams. you do need to read the textbook for the exam.

Really great lectures that made a history class enjoyable. I could really see the passion Professor Rancilio has for the subject. I would just be cautious of the due dates for the online hw and papers because there aren't a few and you could easily miss one. I would definitely take this class again for the great teacher and engaging lectures.

Best History teacher ever, she is very knowledge History Professor and she knows how to teach. sometimes she offer clicker and make the class interesting, sometimes she has video for the lecture, but be careful on exams, exams is online but just only allows 50 minutes. Writing assignment you can ask for help unlimited time. I would recommend her

Great History teacher ever, lecturing is very interesting and she make the class not boring. Sometimes show video during her lecture, make sure you do all the learn smart chapter, writing assignment you can ask for help unlimited time, exam just only allow 1 hours, so be careful. Overall, she is great

Great History teacher ever, make history lots of fun, lecture are very entertaining, sometimes play related video on her lecture, writing assignment are very easy to go forward and if you ask for help, she is willing to help you, willing to help classmate with their personal issues, I will recommend her for any History class you need to take

She knows the subject well and really know how to teach, lecture are well organized, interesting and entertaining, writing assignment are very easy to go forward, if you have question, just ask, Don't miss out the LearnSmart chapter, offer extra credit for at least 4%, take her any history class you need to take, you won't regret it

She is very knowledgeable about the subject. I had a hard time with the papers because the criteria wasn't very clear, but the class itself was very interesting and helpful. I really can say I learned a lot. It may seem a lot of information at first, but it's easy to remember because she tells it so well.

Very knowledge History professor and she knows how to teach, make history lots of fun, lecture very interesting, sometimes play related video during lecture, don't miss out LearnSmart chapter, and you will fall behind, willing to help you understand class material and writing assignment, take her any history class you need, YOU WON'T regret it

A real gem, such a very great professor, make History lots of fun, all the assignment very easy to go forward, if you have question, just ask, lecture very entertaining and interesting, sometimes play related video on the lecture, offer extra credit for 4%, take her any history class you need, YOU WON'T REGRET IT

VERY knowledgable in her subject and will answer pretty much any question you have (and if she doesn't, she'll find the answer for you). She only lectures during class but her slides and stories aren't confusing at all and are very easy to follow. The textbook is VERY important as it is basically the answer key to all her exams.

Rancilio is a great professor. Her lectures are interesting and are done in a hilarious fashion. The first 60% of the semester there is a TON of homework, but it's all pretty easy. The last 40% of the semester you'll do barely anything. Her quizzes & exams are OPEN NOTES, done at home. The writing HW she assigns will be graded strictly.

After I graduate from college, I can still says she is the best History professor at KCC, her lecture are well organized and entertaining, make history lots of fun, sometimes play related video on lecture, exams are open book and can be done at home, writing assignment you can ask for help multiple time, offer multiple extra credit opportunity.

I think professor Julie is ok, but her homework is so hard and I dont know how she checks our paper, more like too harsh and strict. Dont take her class if you take more than 4 class for a semester.

Loved taking her class and participation was easy. Professor Rancillio is very understanding and encourages communication. I took her summer class and found it pretty easy, I skimmed the reading and watched the video and passed pretty easily. She has extra credit easter eggs that are always fun!

The pacing was doable (ACCELERATED) and what's expected of you is clear. Her grading is fair and she offers extremely helpful criticism. Don't expect it to be an easy A. She offers WEEKLY extra credit in a form of easter eggs which is worth an extra 2% if you do them all. Overall, great teacher, would recommend and don't be afraid to ask for help!

Professor Rancilio is a great professor and if youre looking for a history teacher, she is one to look for! The online class had a organized system on Laulima with her lectures. She does offer extra credit (if you can find them!). She occasionally had Kahoot and different activities that made the class interesting.

After I graduate from College. I can still say she is the best History ever at KCC. She is super nice and super helpful. Help you understand homework. Make history lots of fun and lecture is very entertaining. Sometimes play video related to the lecture. Offer multiple extra credit opportunity. Take her any history you need, you won't regret it.

I took Miss Rancilio's Dual Credit course and she is one of my favorite professors. She really cares about her students and is willing to help. She answers emails quickly and provides a lot of feedback. She is tough on her grading but gives opportunities for revisions. I 100% would take her class again!

Personally, I found this class manageable. Yes, Professor Rancilio is a tough grader, but you really just have to read through the syllabus and writing guides. There were not many discussions, although this class is mostly focused on writing. Additionally, she offers extra credit as well. My only issue was the late feedback and grading.

Professor Rancilio has high expectations, but her class is manageable with diligence. The grading is tough, but she provides helpful feedback. Leveraging study tools like unstuckstudy alongside the textbook can make this class rewarding.

great but grades very late, a ton of reading and lectures. She is helpful though if you ask and offers extra credit a lot. Just be prepared to read a ton and write, also watch a lot of videos. It was a summer class tho so thats why it was a lot, but still.

Assigns a lot of readings and homework. But if you do it on time, you shouldn't have any issues passing. Will add that she grades assignments later on in the semester. Overall, pretty manageable class.