This Guy is great! He is funny and very interesting. Best History Teacher Ever

he is so funny, tries to make class interesting, you can use your notes for tests!

He is the first teacher in my life who made history interesting.

his tests rock there open notes he even give you hints about whats important

He reminds me of Richard Simmons, very energetic and crazed. He makes history fun, and having an open notebook exam rocks. He can be high strung, to say the least, just make sure you are quiet in class! Easy grader.

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He runs miles every morning. I wish I had his energy. It's been over 10 years since I took history, he made it fun. It is as if he is on stage. Seems quite when he's not working the crowd. Take his class!

loved him!! easy mid term and final with open notebooks, great stories about how hes related to the bush's and one of the other presidents. 1 paper-- easy grader! cool guy

An A+ teacher. His teaching style is like no other, very easy-to-follow guidline on the board every morning, great stories. Find history boring? he will change your mind. Open notebook exams, easy but fair grader. Always smiling, great guy n profes

hands down best teacher ever at ccm

What a babe!!! All professor should be as nice and sexy as him.

Note taking 101. Not that I mind, but it is the truth. If you're majoring in history, take someone else. Though, an easy A and good for non-majors.

hellllllllllo historians

I took Washburne for U.S. II. DITTO EVERYONE! You MUST take his class. You will regret it if you don't!!!!!!!

GOOD AFTERNOOOOOONN POLITICAL SCIENTISTS!!! are you feeling fabulous on this fine tuesday? is the sun shining? are the birds singing? well i know you've been waiting since thursday for this time...it's time for............

Great professor, just pay attention and take good notes and you'll be fine! Especially because he lets you use your notes on the tests. And if you wanna impress him, read up on the Washburne family, because you'll definatly hear all about his family

Prof Washburne is one of the greatest teachers I've ever had. He puts the teach in teachers. He's a great guy and he knows what he's talking about and very enjoyable to learn from.

He is a great interesting teacher... DON'T READ OR PURCHASE THE BOOK. I got an A on both exams and yet a B in the class which means participate a few times which I didnt do.

Great guy with a lot of energy. Thanks for a great class.

I loved his class and his teaching skills! I think that I actually learned something! I can't believe that I really liked History?!?

This man is so entertaining to listen to. I'm changing my schedule around just to include a class of his next semester. He's easy, just take good notes. Open note tests!

He made history more interesting and I like it alot better then I did before. Open note tests are awesome but you need to take good notes. He relates important events to his family history, which was very interesting. It was nice that he did current events every day and I learned alot.

Really knows his stuff,and is enthusiastic about teaching; though do have to say at times he seems a little full of himself. The class is an easy A, and you'd have to be one of the most stupid people on earth to fail his class.

hes awesome, hes funny and really helped me out with a lot of stuff, he's very understanding of the stresses that we have to overcome, over all i would say he is the best history teacher and really makes you stay interested

Good Morning my Historians... How r you on this fine day? I have one question for you... do we have a lot to cover today? (lol) He's great current events our cool.. open notebook test.. tells you excatly whats going to be on the test. Just write down everything he writes on the board :)

AWESOME TEACHER

very easy because he lets you use your notes for tests and he makes class interesting

He is animated and cool. Great class. no, the answer isn't George Patton.. IT'S GENERAL GEORGE C. PATTON!!!!!!!!!!!!! great class. Tops

Take notes, and study and all will be good

GOOD AFTERNOON POLITICAL SCIENTISTS, I JUST HAVE ONE QUESTION FOR YOU TODAY... DO WE HAVE ALOT TO COVER TODAY? lol, great teacher!! open notebook tests, as long as your there for MOST classes, you will pass, cuz attendance isnt a big thing with him... awes

Amazing professor, without a doubt. Makes history more fun and makes it a great learning envirnment as well. Easy grader, take notes and use the notes on exams, What more can you ask for?

he's a good and he's really excited about the subject and is always cracking jokes

Great Teacher, me and my brother have him this semestar, and he makes history really fun to learn. Enjoyu going to his classes.

Good Afternoon Historians! His classes were fun and filled with personal historical facts, KNOWS HIS STUFF! Wrote a few books too. Make sure you take good notes, his tests are open notes. One of the best teachers at county without a doubt.

He was awesome!! Very easy- open notes tests.. so take good notes!! I loved him

I took his course over the summer and I thought I was an idiot for taking HISTORY at 8am. But Prof. Washburn was and is probably the best teacher I've ever had. GREAT teacher..highly recommended (if you are lucky enough to get into one of his classes before it closes..lol). :)

heavy heavy note taking. make sure you dont miss a class or you will be lost. only two tests in the entirre class, make sure to organize notes before the exam and you will do well.

Very easy, go to class and you are set for the exams. Out of 100 points per test, maybe 4 total are from the book. Just go to class, you can't get an easier A if you do

Prof Washburne inspires me to run every morning and so I've started like Forrest Gump...I've gone from Coast to Coast unleashing History facts along the way...I pick up many current events and share them with the class or fellow joggers...I would recommend him for History in a New York minute...what a hottie with a body

Giving this prof a good rating, but not w/o criticism. His course does not prepare students for highly selective 4 year colleges where the work is more intensive. Easy, open note tests may equal A's, but this doesn't mean they are good for you. I took 4 history courses after his at Columbia, and there was absolutely no comparison.

Best teacher I have ever had...easy. I love this guy. Hes so funny, and makes the class interesting. I learned more in his history class than any other class in my life! best prof ever!!!!!

GOOD MORNING HISTORIANS...DO WE HAVE A LOT TO COVER TODAY...YES WE DO!!!!!!!!!!!!!EXCELLENT PROF..... took kim over summer...2 TESTS (90 % of YOUR GRADE)... ATTENDANCE IS A MANDATORY....HEAVY NOTE TAKING...U COULD USE THEM FOR TESTS....TAKE HIM!!!!!!!!!!!!

Not a bad guy. Really loves his job. Has an act he does to keep people interested, unfortunately if you know anything about the subject the act gets old very quickly. Current events time is fun and breaks things up a bit.

AMAZING teacher, I love this man! I even switched my schedule around in order to take some of his classes! Very animated and friendly... makes history enjoyable. :) TAKE HIM!!!

He is awesome! Totally brings history alive! Take notes cuz he lets u use them for the test. He has some corny jokes that he makes the class laugh with! He doesnt go too into depth, just general interesting basic info. His class is a breeze and enjoyable! TAKE HIM!!!

Open ntbk midterm and final... makes the class much more interesting with his attitude and silly jokes

Prof. Mark Washburn is absolutly fantastic. He only has 2 test's, midterm and final. Both tests are open notebook. He makes the class fun and interesting. I took him for both of my history classes. I HIGHLY RECOMEND him to everyone. He hates cell phone use and disruptions. But he is great easy going and nice. He is greatful for students taking him.

Awesome teacher! Really interesting and keeps the class on their feet by writing non-stop. You only have an open note midterm and final so take really good notes!!! You never use the book but best history professor!

Best History teacher you can get, makes the class go by fast, of course you have to take notes in a history class, but that is all you do, keep them ORGANIZED and everything will be easy. be wary about the textbooks because he will sometimes put those on the test

Highly recommended! you just have to go to his class, pay attention, take notes of absolutely everything he says. He only has 2 test, each one 50%... so you better study for both of them! Gives you 3-point bonus in each test so you can get 103/100. Take him even if you hate History!

Absolutely entertaining and fun teacher to have. Gets the class involved with daily current events and very clear and precise with history. Only has two exams,open note exams, very important to show for every class and take notes to the tee. Being organized is extremely helpful. also had him for his166. would highly recommend this teacher.

I took him for U.S. History II and he is AMAZING! Very interesting and funny! He is a nice guy. Helped me with my work schedule. Literally write down everything he says it may even be extra credit. Definitely read the book for anything you didn't go over it will be on the test. Highly recommend professor!

Incredible professor. Extremely funny and entertaining. Makes the subject of history NOT suck, somehow. LOTS of note-taking, and make sure you do, because his 2 exams are open-notebook. Throws in 2-3 book-related questions on the exams, so you might want to read the chapters. Fair grader. Take this professor!!!

this teacher is absolutely incredible. any other professor doing what he does would be SO BORING. trust me, i've taken plenty of history courses, but he manages to make a pure lecture class completely engaging and interesting. i never dozed off, & i'm apt to dozing. he's got a great spirit & a good heart. EXTREMELY fair (open notes)exams.

Professor Washburne is great. While history can be boring, he does a good job of making it interesting via humor and "fun facts". The only tests are the midterm and final-BOTH of which are open notes. Even though he is a chill professor, he will not hesitate to kick you out of class for using your phone.

I'm taking him for a second time just because I loved his class so much. History is usually so boring but he makes it fun. He breaks out into song, does impressions, and has the whole class laughing at least 5 times per class. You almost don't even realize you're learning until you ace the tests.

An entertaining professor - tries to input jokes throughout his lectures. Major negative: only TWO test - midterm and final. But they’re OPEN NOTEBOOK. Doesn’t mean they are easy – he lectures nonstop and you have to rush to keep up. Also puts a few book questions on the test. Best advice: keep an organized notebook – if you do, you will succeed.

by far the best professor i've had at ccm - highly recommended! he is AMAZING.

His trademarks: "Good morning historians! How are you today on this first Tuesday we are together? I know you have been waiting all week for this time...its finally here, now its time for......." and then "Now I have a question for you, this Tuesday morning, Do we, you and me, have a lot to cover in history here this morning." Open notes, funny.

I wish every professor was like him. One the first day he thanks you for signing up for his course and appreciates students. He starts the class all energetic and gets everyone physicked to learn. As long as you attend every class and take NOTES you cannot got wrong.

Great professor. Easy to understand. Only 2 tests, mainly stuff from notes and a little bit of stuff from the book. OPEN NOTES tests. Tries to keep class interesting. Tests have bonus questions. Would deff recommend having him to anyone. Remember to take down all the notes clearly. It'll deff help a lot.

i took 3 of his classes and he is an awesome teacher. He uses pop culture references to help u memorize information. As long as u participate in current events, take notes in his class and read the ASSIGNED chapters u will be fine. He made history fun and made class laugh. I am taking him again in the spring and i cant wait. Most reviews are true.

He is the greatest Professor i ever had. NO READING REQUIRED. I got an A and he is interesting and just tells stories. Take great notes and there are 2 OPEN NOTES TESTS and nothing else. BEST PROF. POSSIBLE

Best teacher I ever had at ccm

Greatest history teacher i've ever had... take washburn as your history professor and you won't be disappointed

Ive taked him several times and had the greatest experience. It is open book test so idk y others fail. He goes over all the information in class, u just have to take notes from topics of today. He has an interesting background in this field. Every time i took him, i ended up with As. ITs a great GPA booster.

Professor Wasburne was a delight to have as a professor! I've taken him 3 times and will again this coming semester. There are 2 tests and an optional extra credit. Tests are all open notes, so make sure to pay attention in class and take notes from the book. He is very helpful and will answer any questions you have. definately recommend!!

great professor lectures repeats things ,answers ?'s super nice Sometime he talks a lil fast if you tell him slow down he gladly does.test are all open notes take clear notes listen ,read textbook . have two exams & extra credit paper only down fall if you miss exams must have docs note to make it up and exam is closed notes.Othewise he's great

great professor lectures repeats things ,answers ?'s super nice Sometime he talks a lil fast if you tell him slow down he gladly does.test are all open notes take clear notes listen ,read textbook . have two exams & extra credit paper only down fall if you miss exams must have docs note to make it up and exam is closed notes.Othewise he's great !

Probably one of my favorite professors at CCM, thus far. Interesting sense of humor but rather funny. Open note tests are awesome! Just show up and take notes - easy A.

Prof. Washburne was a great professor. I took the class during the summer. 90% of the grade was the midterm and final and the other 10 was for attendance and participation. He also gave an easy extra credit assignment. As long as you read the chapters and take good notes while he lectures, you will pass his tests and class.

The one thing i remember him saying that made me enjoy to come to his class happy was...." Good Morning Historians!!!" ^_^ I took him for a survey class for history. I enjoyed going into the class and going out. WARNING: There is a decent amount of note taking in class. Go to class some questions on his tests asks you about in class questions.

This class is very easy if you show up and take notes. The exams are easy and are open notes. I would definitely recommend for someone that needs to take Early American history class.

Very enthusiastic during class, and has an upbeat attitude. He basically reads you his own notes and if you copy down everything he says, you'll pass. He gives a midterm, final and class participation grade. If you miss a class, get notes from someone or else you won't do well on the tests.

Professor Washburne has an awesome sense of humor and LOVES teaching history. If you go into his class with a positive attitude and a willingness to learn you will really enjoy yourself. Show up and take notes. Easy A in a 5 week summer class that I didn't hate solely because of Professor Washburne

Made the topics discussed really clear. I've always hated history class but this one was actually pretty interesting. He tells it almost like a story to keep you interested.

He's always happy and enthusiastic and you can tell he loves what he does! He loves when students participate but he doesn't get mad if no one does and call on unwilling students like a lot of professors. All you have to do is take notes and you'll be fine! "Gooood morning, historians!"

Rare exceptionally talented professor. Enthusiastic, not judgmental, obviously cares about his students. Excellent, well prepared lectures. He gives it everything he's got. With effort, it is probable that an excellent grade can be achieved.

One of the best Professors at Morris County! I took for both US History 1-2 and I don't regret it! Show up and whatever he says write them down because you will need it for the only two test in the course! Take him! You won't regret it at all!

Best professor I ever had. Professor Washburne makes class interesting, fun, funny, and easy. I learned so much in his class. He truly is passionate about his subject. He starts off every class with current events. You take notes every class. Only two tests(midterm and final) and they are both open notes. Easy A.

Good afternoon historians!!!!!! Best professor at CCM hands down. He makes history enjoyable to learn! Write down whatever he says and take notes from the book because you'll need it for tests!

He is the best professor for history! Classes are completely lecture based (with no power points, blackboard, ect.) so if you can't handle that, don't sign up... There are two exams that are open notes and each 45% of your grade, so write down everything he says! I finished with an A without much work or stress! It's perfect for non-history majors!

I think he was a great Professor! Unfortunately, I'm transferring in the fall, but I would take him again.

Awesome professor, makes very corny jokes and a bunch of stupidly funny chants. Grades are mid term 40% final 40% and 10% for participation. Reading is homework but doesn't have to be done for class. Mid term and final are 90% of the notes from class and 10% from reading. Mid term and final are also open note.

He is very passionate about his job! never uses powerpoints, just lectures using some notes and a map. He talks about history like its a story book, so his lectures are easy to follow along and are often enjoyable. cracks some stupid jokes every class but over all he means well and is a nice guy. the only exams are the midterm and the final

Professor Washburne keeps his topic interesting, making modern connections with historical events. Take good notes, get good grades. I enjoyed his classes. I've taken 3 courses with him.

He lectures the whole class, the whole semester. And you can't type up notes, you have to bring in a notebook. But his class is amazing and I look forward to it. You don't need to get the textbook he says you need for the class (waste of money) and you only take 2 tests the whole semester (Mid term and final). I'm taking him next semester too!

Professor Washburne is a real gem who loves history. You definitely have to show up because he lectures every class, which you are expected to take notes. As long as you take good notes, you should definitely pass. The only tests are the midterm and the final but they are open notes. He is super nice and always making jokes, great guy!

This man is my favorite history teacher, period. He's super passionate about his subject and always has an engaging discussion about current events. There are only two tests and they're so easy if you either A) take all the textbook notes or B) just pay attention and write everything in class. He's amazing!

All you need to do is listen and take notes. That is it! I read one chapter on the book received an A on the midterm and final. He is super passionate about what he teaches and tells great stories. Must show up to class because lectures are the entirety of his exams. Loved his class.

I took HIS167 online spring semester 2021. You are only graded based on a midterm and final. They are easy and you will get an A if you listen to his lectures and take good notes. You can tell when he is reading off of his own notes. The exams are open hand-written notes. Barely needed any information from the textbook. Easy A if you try

Took his class over Shindig (eventually transferred over to zoom) and he lectured the entire class. Your notes have to be thorough because he only has a midterm and final exam. Extra credit if you participate. Only pulls a few random questions from the textbook so as long as you take good notes then you'll pass. 10/10 professor, retained a lot.

Professor Washburn is probably the best history professor at CCM. Even though I always had a passion for history, he made it more interesting and fun. Make sure you pay attention during the lectures and take good notes so you can get As on the midterm and final. Great professor and great guy!

funniest man in the world. he struggles with technology sometimes but makes up for it with his amazing lectures. you need good note taking skills for this class. write down everything. he is a genuinely kind soul and loves his job and students. i could not have asked for a better professor.

He is great, your grade is based completely on the midterm and final which are open notes. Take HANDWRITTEN notes (you cant use laptop in exams), try to write down most of what he says especially the things he repeats and you will get an A. dont waste money on the book, there are literally 2 exam questions based off of it

Professor Washburne is a very fun teacher. His classes are lecture-heavy, but he'll crack a lot of jokes throughout. The only grades for the whole semester are the midterm and final. You need to take good notes during class to succeed. There are also a few questions from the textbook on each test. Fun class & a great teacher.

Def dont skip class, get ready to take a ton of notes too. Grades on only midterm and the final, but he was AMAZING!!! so funny and kind and made lectures so fun! Just wish he gave more assignments to prepare for the midterm and final. BOTH ARE OPEN NOTEBOOK!!! take notes and good ones!!

Def dont skip class, get ready to take a ton of notes too. Grades on only midterm and the final, but he was AMAZING!!! so funny and kind and made lectures so fun! Just wish he gave more assignments to prepare for the midterm and final. BOTH ARE OPEN NOTEBOOK!!! take notes and good ones!!

This is the easiest class you will take at CCM. There are three basic steps to get an A+ in this class: 1. Take notes; 2. Bring notes to midterm + final (which he allows!) and; 3. Raise your hand once per class. Do these three and you are guaranteed to get an A+. He's gonna bother you about reading the book but honestly it's not required.

My favorite class this semester. He is really funny and the only grades are the midterm and final, which are both open notes. He also offers extra credit on both exams and an extra credit 1 page paper as well.

This class is an easy A as long as you show up & take lecture notes (you get to use them on the midterm & final!) He also gives an extra credit assignment. Although he says you need the textbook, you can get by w/o it, just really pay attention to lecture, especially since he doesn't post his powerpoints. Super nice guy, he loves what he does

Prof. Washburne makes lectures fun and engaging. Just take diligent notes, and you'll ace the midterm and final. Handwritten notes are a must - no laptops allowed. Definitely use unstuckstudy alongside your class notes to prep for exams. Easy A if you put in the work!

What can't I say?! TAKE THIS MAN!!! He is an absolute gem on campus so when you get the chance, sign up! He's approaching retirement. You learn something about him and his family tree every now and again throughout the semester. He's related to FDR. If you strongly support Trump be ready to deal with his humorous jabs-he's a die-hard Democrat.