He's in a suit every day. He's a little stuffy for such a young guy. I didn't really do any of the reading and got an A. Recommended

At first he seems pretty stiff and arrogant, but his class is super easy. Just attend the lectures and copy down his slides. I didn't even have the book and I'm still getting a good grade. He curves ridiculously on his tests!

Professor Chan is a well kept man and is very organized. He prepares you for his tests with a study guide a week prior and is surprisingly chipper in his political science kind of way. Also, when he says he will have the test/paper graded he will have it done. He's a generous man who works for the class' benefit--you'll like him for sure. : )

This is by no means an easy class but it is doable. attendance is not mandatory but the lecture notes are so important you want to be in class every day. if you`re willing to put in the work on the study guide and really know the information and pay attention in class then you`ll get an A but you can`t just slide by.

This class was ridiculous. The "study guide" is usually 4 pages long and you will have 4 tests and a final. plus two writing assignments up to 5 pages each. its a 100 level class but he treats it like a 400 level. The study guide rarely reflect whats on the test only the essay, which there are usually 4 and he picks one. Take someone else.

easy A. just do the readings and use his slides for his study guide on the tests. if you cant get an A in this class, it's you, not his teaching methods!

I took his class, and I seriously thought it was the most professional class I'd had ever been in. Finally a class that seriously acts like a college class. Straight out Dr. Chan is a very a good teacher. And a "good" means that--- knows his subject very well, enjoys teaching his subject, gives clear information on the subject and what will be on t

I suggest you dont buy the book if you go to class and take thorough notes everyday unless you want to clarify things. Four exams non-cumulative and one assignment which he provides the study guide. I did above average on all my test and still got B in the class so it's kind of tough to get that A. All in all, great prof. and I learned a lot!

I suggest you dont buy the book if you go to class and take thorough notes everyday unless you want to clarify things. Four exams non-cumulative and one assignment which he provides the study guide. I did above average on all my test and still got B in the class so it's kind of tough to get that A. All in all, great prof. and I learned a lot!

Great Teacher! It takes a little bit of effort to get an A, but he's very easy to understand.

Lectures the whole time, there are 4 exams covering about 6 chapters each test. Tests are about 35-40 multiple choice ?'s with 1 or 2 essay questions. Expects you to read prior to class but can get by taking good notes and using the study guide. Curves test. There is only one research assignment. Class can get boring at times but i would recommend

Great teacher! Knows his stuff! If you have a chance to take him, TAKE HIM! I kind of don't like theory, but he made it interesting and something that should be learned. His class is a little hard, but it is worth it because he just knows so much! His class is pure lecture, which makes it a little difficult, but if you study, you are good to go!

Great teacher. Sraight lecture, 1 midterm 1 final, each had about 5 essay questions. If you take good notes and memmorize his lecture youll get an A. He curves tests and takes attendance. Easy on the Eyes. Never heard him demean anyone with a question.

Great professor. Very, "professional" and well spoken. I highly recommend him.

he considers any course above 200 upper division. so this is no simple class. it wasnt exactly difficult but it was changeling. you need to read the book, study and participate. if you attend class and listen, you'll pass. it's basically a college class and he treats you like college students. not an easy A, but he is definitely do-able

Professor Chan is a great professor. I would read the reading summary from Sparknotes before class, saved me a lot of time since the assigned readings are pretty long. He gives SGs before exams. My suggestion, DO IT before exam review so you can ask him q's on the ones you dont know. The only negative about this class is he takes attendance.

He might seem a little awkward at 1st but he has great diction. He speaks in a way that engages u and uses pop culture/ current events to illustrate his examples. Unintentionally funny. Made me laugh plenty of times. Very intelligent so don't bs him. Not hard but ITS COLLEGE so u actually have to earn your grade! SUPER HANDSOME and amazing.

Chan is basically a philosopher himself. He knows the material frontward and backward. His lectures are complicated but VERY helpful if you pay attention. If you are the student sometimes tunes out or doesn't show up for class, you will be frustrated and do poorly. Show up and take good notes and you will be fine.

Dr. Chan is an excellent professor. He knows what he wants and tells you exactly what he wants you to answer on his tests. They are all essay questions but they are relatively simple. It's not an easy A, but it's certainly possible if you attend the lectures and take good notes.

He's a pretty awesome professor that really knows his stuff. I took him twice and both classes had a lot of material that you will need to learn. Tests are pretty hard but he gives you a study guide and if you pay attention to his lectures and take good notes you should pass just fine. I would definitely recommend him for any Pol Sci class.

political theory is a hard subject but professor chan breaks it down to an understandable level. His lectures are very detailed and almost identical to the readings. Reading the text is like a summary of his lectures which is nice. Tests are tough, all essay tests. He looks for details and makes you work for a good grade. Show him you understand.

While Chan is incredibly intimidating and probably one of the most challenging professors I have ever taken, I would take him again. He's so passionate and interesting. However, lectures are killer. You cannot lose focus for a second because the tests are based completely off his words. Stay focused on him and you should be golden.

Took him for POSC303 and it was the hardest class I've ever taken. The tests are all free response and you must answer everything precisely. Tests are based off lectures, missing one class is killer. The material is thought provoking and is super interesting if you're into it. Dr. Chan is challenging but I would 100% take one of his classes again.

political theory is a hard subject and professor chan tries to make it as clear as possible. Attending the lectures are a MUST if you want to pass the class. tests are all free response and very specific. Reading helps clarify but its not necessary to passing.

I have taken Professor Chan 4 times and got good grades. I honestly think people are exaggerating. We are in college you do have to work for your grade. I didn't buy the books simply took notes. The test are all based on notes and they are essay questions. He curves a lot as well and he is passionate about political theory. I would take him again.

3 writing exams which are not easy but not hard the Study Guide REALLY helps, random class assignments & sometimes quizzes, you have to go to class & participate. 1 final paper at least 5 pages.

I'm not going to lie but this class was really difficult, but it was also enjoyable. Make sure you pay attention during his lectures. He tells you what you need to know for the test. It's a hard class but it's not impossible.

Great professor and very engaging lectures. If you show up to class and take notes on what he says and emphasizes in class you'll do well. He'll tell you very clearly what he's looking for in your essays so just pay attention and you'll pass just fine. Not a class you can just skip and expect to pass. You'll have to work a bit but nothing strenuous

he doesn't post any lectures online & he takes attendance, so go to class & take good notes. 1 midterm, the final & 1 term paper. the final is cumulative. he gives study guides for the exams, they're both free response. he curves A LOT on the exams though, like a full letter grade. not an easy subject, but def would recommend!

By far the hardest but best professor i have had. I have taken him 4 times and did great all the time. Dont need the book, i never used it. Pay attention in class and take good notes. He curves A LOT! like a whole letter grade. He is unintentionally funny and has great diction.

Chan isn't an easy professor but he is a great one, with really informative lectures. You have to study for this class and read everything assigned in order to get an A. A lot of classes you can breeze by not doing readings and cramming. Chan isn't one of those professors and because of that I learned so much in this class, definitely worth taking.

Taking Dr. Chan clinched my decision to major in Political Science. He is brilliant, articulate, and well-versed in political theory. You MUST attend class or else you will fall behind. Take VERY thorough notes. He can seem intimidating, but he is always willing to answer questions during and after class. He can be unexpectedly funny at times.

not easy As, I enjoyed POSC212 & 301 w/ him! 1 short (5 page) essay & 2 or 3 tests that are free response most of the time. Gives study guides, they are helpful but not exactly the same as the tests so make sure you understand the concepts of each thinker. VERY helpful in office hours, esp for the essay. Read the books, & you'll get at least a B

This is not an easy class but you will learn a lot, especially if you like Political Science. His classes are lecture heavy & the reading is mandatory. My only gripe is he doesn't update grades on BeachBoard. But Professor Chan knows his stuff and his helpful when you have questions. So far this has been my favorite class I've taken but it is hard.

He is an amazing teacher, and can be hilarious. There is two books you need to buy, and he assigns readings and can give pop quizzes (i never read for this class and thankfully he never gave a pop quiz). MUST: GO TO CLASS, it is mandatory and he doesn't use ppt. he just writes on the board. Take detailed notes, and do the study guides!!

I know why hes hated but hes great. 3 exams(70), termpaper(20), and some assignments(10). Cant BE LATE for more than 3 classes,really strict and a bit intimidating,not mean. Tries to challenge people's beliefs (ex:is equality good?) Not a hard grader but his tests are. KNOW HOW TO APPLY THE MATERIAL. Get on his goodside/participate. Lot of reading

he takes his class in a philosophical direction, i hope you like Plato!

Best Political Science professor! Insightful and thought provoking. Attending lectures is paramount to being successful in this course. Very clear about what you need to do to get an A. Go beyond surface level and show analytic ability. All written midterms/final and a term paper. Curves tests.

Two words: Awesome class! Dr. Chan knows his political philosophy and creates interesting lectures that grabbed my attention the whole time. His tests are not easy and they require to be very specific so create enough time to study. But everything comes from the lectures and make sure to apply the information to other situations.

If you want to sharpen your critical thinking, challenge your preconceived notions, and expand your knowledge of political theory/philosophy, then do yourself a favor and take as many courses with him as possible. Dr. Chan's lectures are what all educators should strive for: engaging, challenging, thought provoking, and occasionally hilarious.

Dr. Chan is brilliant at explaining political theory. It is obvious that his personal interest in the subject is deep and wide and it shows in his lectures. The Modern Political Theory class is heavily based on lecture. Thus, attendance and note taking is mandatory but is also the key to earning an A. I would take this class again any time.

Dr. Chan is amazing!! I took two of his theory courses plus Jurisprudence. I mean, taking a professor 3 times says quite a lot. Yes, he makes you work for the grade. He means well. He actually pushes you to learn and absorb the concepts. If you give it your all you will be fine. Otherwise, don't bother. He is overall he's an amazing professor!!

Prof. Chan has mixed reviews and I honestly tried to avoid him, however, after he unexpectedly replaced Prof. Morton I was stuck with him. I decided to remain in his class and it turned out to be a great decision. His expectations are high, but I learned more in his 212 class than most others. Take him, its worth it and youll learn a lot.

Prof Chan does have someone of a bad name but hes honestly not that bad. His in class lectures are very interesting and you do take away alot from the course. Just be prepared to study lots for the test and writing assignments. Not the easiest class to get an A but if effort you will pass

One of the better lecture classes Ive had at my time at Long Beach. His grading was a bit harder then other professors but it ends up being about the same because it is weighted. I think he gets a bad rap because in academia today professors have a clear left leaning bias which Chan does not show. He gives the good and bad of all ideologies.

While this class does not have many assignments and attendance is not mandatory; If you want to do good in this class, you have to go to as many classes as possible. Quizzes and test are based off lectures and readings. Not a hard class, but it does require heavy reading and studying, not an easy A class, but not impossible to get an A either.

I would recommend his Constitutional Law class classes to anyone who hopes to attend law school. He cold calls which replicates the law school setting, but if you do not know the answer 100% he works with you to figure it out, and understand the justice's thought process. Most of your grade in that class will come from participation.

Took the class Fall23, the course itself is lecture intensive, but if you have a class which cares to participate then it can break it up a bit. He does what he can to make theory fun for the students, but don't be afraid to ask questions or debate a bit because that what makes the class fun. You will need the book for tests and papers

W Teacher gave me such a wonderful grade

If you want to go to law school, then Chan is sincerely a must-take. While being cold-called might be intimidating -- it's a favorite of his -- it's exactly what you will encounter as a law student. Cold calls are also primarily done to help expand your knowledge of the cases, so they are ultimately to your benefit. If you can take him, you should.