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Quite a few writing assigments. His class is kind of hard, but he's a good teacher. He's very helpful and clear.

It is true that this teacher is arrogant, pretentious, and that he talks a lot about his ex gf and food. But what many fail to mention is that he's a pretty fair grader, and when you get him to talk to you alone, he is so much nicer.

For the older returning students, TAKE HIM. He is so helpful to those that seek him. The first day will seem like hes such an a-hole but its just to get rid of the lazy people. Hes very animated and into history, you will get an A or B if you talk to him!

If you'r lazy dont take his class If you have a stuck up shallow sense of humor dont take his class. if your scurd of writing essays my quadrapalegic 2nd cousin's husband's mother's 3 yr old stepdaughter, do not take his class. if you like remembering dates or multiple choise, dont take his class

He is easy, but he does go off on many tangents and his jokes are really bad...sorry. Like someone said before if you can tone that out then you'll pass the class.

By the end of the class, only 6 students were left. I earned an "A" and went on to graduate with a B.A. in History with honors. If you are serious about your education, this is a good place to begin. Talks too much about his personal life. I think he's lonely.

Look it's simple: Go to class, do the reading, follow directions when doing assignments, have him edit your work before you turn in the final, and ask questions if you're stuck. You'll get an A. He offers the help, it's up to you to take him up on it. Good teacher, nice guy.

I took him a few years ago. Went on to transfer to a different school. Even after two years, he is simply the best teacher I've ever had. Don't let the first two weeks of class scare you, he is doing it to get rid of people whom would probably flake out anyways. I learned more in his class than any other, wish more teachers were like him.

He is one of those teachers you will either love or hate; I was one who loved him! I found his lectures very colorful and entertaining. You must keep up with the reading each week and attend class. There is a midterm and final, plus several small papers, which are relatively easy. If you are afraid to learn, take someone else. Highly recommended!!

He was a great teacher, he actually makes you learn. He gives the questions to the Midterm and Final ahead of time, and you have 10 small papers to write wich only take about 15 min to write. He takes points off for spelling and punctuation errors but other than that he is an easy grader. He is very understanding too.

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Not exciting class, but not too hard.

Great storyteller. Gets you in shape for future writing requirements through relatively straightforward essays.He's funny if you're not uptight. Need to know how to spell and use punctuaction in this class-shouldn't be hard at this stage in the game.Listen to what he tells you is important and use the study guides-he doesn't lie about whats on test

he knows what he's talking about and gives interesting lectures. some writing, no quizzes; offers all the help you need if you ask.

He's hard. He lectures the entire time of class and you have to do all the reading and always be on track. You're pretty much on your own. You can ask questions and he'll give you the answer, but lecture stinks. It's boring.

If you come to class, pay attention, and keep up with the reading assignments, you'll pass for sure. Offers much help outside of class through email (practically hands you an A on the writing assignments) if you take the time to contact him. Really knows his material; brings much interest into History. Don't take him if you don't want to learn.

Great teacher but tough class...lectures alot but its interesting...you will learn alot! ONly the midterm and final for test but do all the homework! it will really help your grade! Nice teacher--he's willing to help!

Flores is awesome. He is very helpful for the students who seek it, and encourages an approach towards teaching the subject that goes WAY beyond simple memorization. I felt I was getting a graduate level education from him. Crazily knowledgable on the subject. He is difficult, but it will prepare you for success in upper level courses.

THE COOLEST TEACHER EVER!! i enjoy going to his class because he is a nice guy and can always make u laugh. his lectures are all day but very helpful and the study giudes are awsome because they r practicly the tests so STUDY IT!! in class stuff totaly easy, totaly laid back teacher highly recomended

He is a great teacher, and extremely passionate about history. People got pissed at him because he joked about them, but get over it, its all in fun. Good guy that wants you to do good, you have to want to also though.

Mr. Flores is totally Mr. History...It's what he lives for and he is such an enjoyable and cool teacher. I loved his perspective because it was relateable and I really understood history for the first time. TAKE HIM but work hard or you will get a poor grade. His tests are all essay so write alot and study the study guides or you will fail the test

I took his 112 class nd i was truly intimidated by him. Honestly, i hated him. But i had to take his 113 class nd i learned to appreciate his knowledge about the subject. He does talk a lot nd his class can be boring, but he is very helpful! He is kind of weird, but i did enjoy his class. Do the articles nd the group project and you should do fine.

Great Professor! Very passionate about history! Lots of reading on your own but theres not alot of homework. Loved the class!

This teacher seems to be hard at first. He is not if you do the work. You will learn in his class. He is extremely helpful when a person needs help writing papers. He reviews them before you turn it in and gives suggestions. He is not condescending that's what I liked.

Mr. Flores is an awesome teacher. He teaches mostly by lecture. Book reading is crucial, I did not do it but I have a good memory of what has happened in History. He expects you to write many reviews of articles and a book review. He is hard at the grading of your paper but if you write well, you will have no problem. Very fun teacher,love his joke

Flores is a grading Nazìright now he is probably picking apart the punctuation and writing ability in this review... and docing my grade for it. He is an awesome teacher wears lots of bowties, and extremely knowledgeable. Wile lecturing you on bad habbits and lack of collegiate ability, quickly mention "Philly Cheese Steaks" and he will fall into a

yes he is hard and yes he grades hard, but if you want to learn and enjoy interesting facts,take this class. I learned a great deal and enjoyed his class. He does care for his students and only wants the best for them. Go ahead and take him I dare you!

I actually really like this teacher. He makes lectures interesting by telling funny jokes, especially about his ex, The only downfall is he is a WAY hard grader. He does not go in depth about assingments instructions but he grades rediculously hard. He's a ig guy but probably the smartest man i ever met! I would deffinetly date him lol

Mr. Flores hands down is the best teacher in the history department. He is hard but he will teach you how to write a college level paper. I can not stress how important it is to stay up with the class work and homework. There will be alot of reading and a few papers to write. If you are about to tranfer to State or UC take his class.Gilbert Pina

Flores is a very strict teacher you will learn from.If you are a History Major take him!! He will prepare you for University. I took 4 classes with him and feel confident I will do well at the Cal State level.

Dr. Flores is awesome! Despite what others on here say, he really cares about his students. His class will not only prepare History majors, but every major! I guarantee, by the end of his class you will know how to write a real college level paper.

Is he challenging? Yes, but that's a good thing. He prepares all the students for University classes, which will be much tougher than this. He makes history interesting and different than other teachers. If people simply ask questions, show up on time, and actually write a college style essay, then this class will be fun for you. He is great!!

Although Prof. Flores may harbor a tough and rigid exterior at first, he really only acts in a way to gain your respect, he will like you if you speak in person with him, and ask questions, as well as question his lectures. As he says "I am not the most politically correct person, nor do I aim to be." He is strict, and is perpetually challenging.

If you are really interested in learning take Dr. Flores. He is a tough grader, but will take the time to help you if you take the time to ask. I highly recommend him!

I took both levels of world history with him. If you want to learn take his class and stick with it. Do your assignments, and do the reading every week. In the end you will learn to write great papers and learn many interesting facts about history.Some may disagree but i actually found him very funny. I am grateful to have had him as a teacher.

I love this class! If you need to build skills to truly advance in life and perhaps transfer to a university, TAKE THIS CLASS! Taking this course challenges you to excel and you need to be on your toes. This is not the class to take if you wish to coast through life living off of taxpayers. Put in the effort and get the 10/10 on your paper!

class isn't all that bad.....not like a normal history class with powerpoint, he lectures about EVERYTHING! email and ask questions. midterm and final are 5 essays not multiply choice question. i got a B and i BS all my papers

loved every second of it! his lectures may be a little tedious, but as long as you really listen youll be fine on the midterm and final. Read teh text book! Hd one page book reviews every other week. few group presentations and the midterm and final are short essay format, but he gives you the question before hand as a "review"

His class is NOT easy! but IF you talk to him (which few people do..due to intimidation) it is very simple. He checks your papers before you turn it in if you choose too. If you dont get something ASK QUESTIONS. You only use one book, the smaller one. The other is not necessary. USE YOUR OWN RESEARCH FOR THE MID/FINAL

he is very helpful. weird yes but very entertaining at times. Essays are due every week. But just be very descriptive and youll get full credit all the time. 3 group projects which i hated but were super easy. His study guides match the midterm/final perfectly so do them and your good.you can literally go to class and sleep and youll still pass!!

The class itself was pretty good. He is a great presentator. He keeps interest. A 1 page essay almost every week(not super dfficult, but also annoying). Pretty easy grader on the essays(only on grammar and spelling) but he grades harshly on the midterm and finals. Take if you want.

Honestly, Prof. Flores comes off as immature at first. Then he gets real serious about his work once the course begins flow. He is very helpful! if you have any questions or having a hard time understanding something then meet him during his office hours and he will help!! Go to the extra credit event. if you don't like to read avoid this class.

He is a freak about participation! There are ten essay questions on his tests. You choose which FIVE you want. If you are lazy do not take Flores. A two page paper is due every other week. He is a tough grader. Do not take him if you have not completed English comp! There is a midterm and a final. ASK FOR HELP! He will edit your papers if you ask!

Prof. Flores is a jokester, but with a comedic sense of a 10 yr old. He's very knowledgeable about history, a grammar natzi, so if your english mechanics suck, avoid his class. You must be reading constantly or you will do poorly. I've learned so much, and eagerly await more history. Pretty girls get away with murder in his class. He is a dork.

The class work is challenging but the class structure is actually quite simple. Read the short chapters, write the 1 pg papers, don't try and get too fancy about it, have him proof-read them, and get full credit. Easiest group "projects" ever. Gives test essay questions before hand. Go to his office and HE WILL HELP YOU!! And he will like you more.

O boy was this a challenging class. I took it as an incoming freshman at Cypress and it prepared me for academia at the university level. Now I am at my last semester at CSUF and I believe it I owe a great thanks to Professor Flores.

The hardest grader. Really have to work to receive an A. Technically another English class. But he's willing to answer any questions and encourages you to ask them. However, sometimes they are open ended answers to get you thinking but he's a good teacher and gives a whole new perspective on History.

very informative,productive class, not easy which makes the learning process more intense, history is presented as a collection of memories, experiences and ideas accumulated from our ancestors; continues to transform our reality to present day. How that information is processed and handled will determine dominance in the future of our country.

Took this class one semester, failed with a straight F, and re-took it again many semesters after and got an A. Honestly, just do all the homework assignments. It's basically just summaries of 2 passages then comparisons of them. Also, the exams are exactly the questions on the study guide, except only 2-3 of the questions will be there.

Just do all the assignments, project, and book report and you'll get a passing grade even if you do not do that well on the exams. I failed one semester because I barely did any work, then next few semesters I re-took the class and passed with an A. Assignments are an easy A.

He is a great teacher- my favorite at this college. People do not like his style of grading since he doesn't use scantrons. There are 3 group projects & a book review. He's easy to talk too & will help you when needed. His study guides are the tests so know them. I learned so much in the classes I had & would take more classes with him. Amazing!!

Professor Flores is such a wonderful and accomplished individual. I recommend this class only if your mature, a lot of people think he's mean and rude but he is far from that!!! He truly has so much knowledge and knows so much! if you cant appreciate his knowledge and apply it to learn then don't bother taking this course! Thanks Dr. Flores.

He is a good teacher overall but you need to understand what he wants. At the first he is very tough and wants to get rid of the lazy students. Just do what he wants and you'll do could. He will help you if you ask him to. The study guides for his exams are almost the same as the exams with a diff format .

Flores is a cool professor. he's super friendly and willing to help students during office hours. the class is pretty simple, read the chapter article and write a paper. everything lectured in class is on the midterm and final.

Class is straight forward! Although the lectures do cover a lot SOMETIMES, it is always correlated to the current readings. Stick to the schedule and come to class and you'll do great. Students complaining probably expected to get away with not completing homework, readings, andor lecture. May take his 113 class in the future, fun class.

Mr. Flores is a great professor, he is very inspirational and helpful when it comes to his assignments and even outside of the class room. He was the one that helped me transfer from Cypress Community College and I am now currently a student at SUNY Maritime College, pay attention and take good notes Sincerely, Cadet Guerrero 1st Class

This is an online class. You have review papers as well as a midterm,all fill in the blank, and blackboard questions. There is a lot of reading and a lot of papers due in this class. Every week, sometimes twice a week is due. Make sure you have time for his class. He does email you back in a timely matter and tries to answer your questions.

I took the history class online and it was a lot of work and very hard. He is a fair grader, but the work must be PERFECT to receive and A. He does email you back and tries to help with anything possible. Make sure you are always checking everyday on blackboard. It was a lot of reading, discussion posts & papers.

First of all, his online class is COMPLETELY essay style. There is no multiple choice anything. Discussion boards-essay style, (7) 3 page-essay style article reviews, mid-term-essay style and final essay style. Plus you have a 5-7 page book report - essay style. A lot of reading and writing. One 10 point extra credit project. Overall, easy.

I just registered for his online class and already feeling overwhelmed after looking at his syllabus. Too wordy when he explains things via BB. Seems like he expects a lot from his students. I mean come on, it's a history class.... ani't nobody got time foe dat! Too bad I have to stay in this course to be able to apply to a program

His lectures may be long and boring, but what history class isn't? He does his best to make it interesting, really nice & funny. I received a B, only because I did not do so well on the midterm since I arrived late and did not hear his instructions. Overall, he assigns short papers each week I believe, but they are EASY. Great professor (:

Great professor, do as your told. Does explain the syllabus dates may change, some people need to get over it LOL. Fun class, if you snooze, YOU LOSE. Does grade on point with papers, so turn in a rough draft or REREAD IT, simple as that. Makes the class interesting and is lots of fun. Very knowledgeable and is very inspiring! EASY CLASS!

Took his online class, and we'll it was pretty straight forward. If you like to write essays this is the class for you; however, if you don't he will help you throughout the whole semester. Just email him, and he is sure to reply within a few hours.

Yo, Flores is the homie! Good times like fine wine. Don't expect hard work unless you're an idiot. Cool class, thanks for the knowledge bruh

There is definitely a lot of reading in this class, so expect that! Papers are due every week so don't get behind on those. I really enjoyed this class and was also taking HIST 113 at the same time. You do work a bit in the class but it's definitely worth taking.

Prof. Flores is a pretty good professor. He is funny and makes lectures interesting. He is a tough grader and a lot of people tend to drop out but believe me, this is the type of professor that will make you a better student. He is incredibly helpful if come to his office hours and will be more than glad to provide feedback. Really friendly guy

Not a bad teacher, overall lectures are pretty easy to understand. Essays are easy. The test are hard, so much info he expects for the little that he lectures about. Have to work and study for hours for the test. Probably best to have a group. Aside from test, pretty good class. Just try your hardest and exaggerate what you know on the test

He is a good teacher. He assigns one book review and seven essays. He also assigns three group projects. The midterm is 5 in class essays and the final is 3 in class essays. I was so scared to take this class, but in the end I really liked and enjoyed it. It was a lot of papers, make sure to email him many rough drafts to get a's on all of them.

Essay heavy, a few group projects. His tests are tough since they're free response, but he gives a study guide and all the resources. Kinda low class retention so don't go in unless you're ready. Do your work/study and you'll pass. He's funny too! You basically get what you put in and I guarantee you will learn something!

Weekly paper, a chance to get feedback via in-person or email to get full credit (take advantage). Don't plan on missing class unless you read the scheduled readings! Tests (2) are easy IMO, test review is given, test ALMOST identical. Flores is also very knowledgeable, funny and courteous! One of my fav. profs. @ Cypress!

Great professor, I respect him highly! Great sense of humor and is very fast to respond to emails. Gives guidelines on how he grades everything which helps a lot. Learned a lot about many cultures and origins of many. Wish he taught more classes!

His class was one of the most legit and straight forward classes I've taken online. Highly respected! Invited students to his live classes as well when available. Very responsive, and wants students to pass and prosper. If you don't try, you won't win.

Took him for 3-4 of his classes (lost count). Great guy! Gives what he wants throughout the whole class pretty much in the syllabus if not corrected or said during lecture. Good concepts covered in class as well, easy class if you can follow directions. One extra credit offered that actually helps and two test which are covered entirely by guides.

Great prof! Wish I had more required classes so I can take them with him. Solid choice, and is a real hoot! Fun class

A weekly paper (almost), one group project, and two exams. Weekly paper graded based on students understanding of concepts and grammar, group project was dumb easy, and exam reviews are given (almost exactly like the exams). Prof. Flores has really made me reconsider becoming a history major. Great guy, he just can't force feed you the stuff.

Great professor, class was alright, content of the class was awesome. Learned a lot and can now construct many concepts of civilizations everywhere I go. Grades of grammar but does offer rough draft reading and responds real fast!

Took the online class, responsive, knowledgeable and a great sense of humor. I always learn something each lesson. A must take! Be ready for rough drafts and spell check!

Boring stuff, but the class is easy once you get past the bore. Don't miss class and be on point with the material. Easy Pass

Great class, learned more in his history classes than my time in grade school. Read the weekly article and write your paper and you'll be absolutely fine. Professor does grade on grammar but allows rough drafts for these papers! Gives a study guide that looks EXACTLY like the exam which there are two. DO NOT FALL BEHIND, seen a lot of students drop

Took the online course! He requires message board responses to make sure you are keeping up with the material and the discussions are a great way to hear other opinions but at times gets cluttered by dead responses by zombie students. After getting used to his class, doing ALL the HW and doing a rough draft every paper, I got an A.

Great professor! A little bit of reading, but duh, its a history class. He is actually really into the history which makes it a bit more bearable and fun. Very knowledgeable and considerate, visit him if you have any issues or troubles, has always worked with me and my downfalls when I needed help. Wish he taught political science!

Flores is a great teacher! He will get you to think. Will take a paper or two to get used to his criteria, but you do have to do the work. As long as you do all the essays, you'll be fine. TAKE HIM!

Best history teacher I've had, hands down. Great class and interesting as hell (if you appreciate other cultures).

Apart from ruining "ancient aliens" and debunking it, I had fun in this class. Great material and a nice learning experience!

I enjoyed just about all his lectures. Don't think twice about having Flores for just about any history course!

Professor Flores is a wonderful teacher, learning from him was easy if you need extra help he is there for you. This is my second time taking his class, and it was DEAD easy.

WOW, great professor. 7 article papers which students can turn in rough drafts before due to ensure full credit (2 pages, double spaced). Study guide is IDENTICAL to the exam and provides very clear feedback. If you do not put in effort, you will not succeed, a lot of students drop, TRUST, ITS HISTORY CLASS. Stay on top of papers & exam review!!!!!

Flores is a very professional and insightful professor. Learned more in his class than any other history class I've previously taken. Turned in all my work (mostly on time), did all my work and went through each question on the study guides (basically the same) and I got an A.

I'll admit this prof and I got off to a rough start. I wasn't expecting so many essays and for just their grammar to be graded. But as the course went on I saw he graded pretty fairly, the midterm and final are graded on accuracy of information. He provides great extra credit opportunities, including tours of Pomona! Very nice. Changed my mind!

Not your typical humanities class where you can delay work and not read, you will have to work for your grade. Has weekly two page (dbl spaced) papers and two exams with near exact reviews. Easy B! Flores is hilarious as well, tries to make the history fun (which to many is boring)

Great professor, sad that I cannot take anymore of his classes. Don't fall behind on your papers, get them read before turning in (rough draft) and do the midterm/final reviews (almost exact) and you will be fine. Flores will probably be annoyed of my poor grammer in this review. So be good with the grammer guys, seriously reread your paper

Great professor, took his online class. Usual stuff, discussion board responses and readings. Exams require free responses to show you know the material, so don't forget to check out and go over the reviews!

I enjoy Dr. Flores' class I have taken multiple courses with him. He is very knowledgeable and cares a lot about his students however he may rub some people the wrong way. He is very blunt about everything and does not sugarcoat anything. Also don't make things hard for yourself do the work early!

First of all, history is one of my favorite subjects. Yes there are a lot of books to read, but they are all good books. Buy used! The History of the Postal Age was actually alright, just keep reading and it will be okay. Do the reviews, the midterm and finals are exactly the same as the review questions! Difficult class, but you learn a great deal

Great professor! English 100 should be a pre-req, he grades on concepts and grammar. A lot of students dropped as they got bored, as the class is indeed a history class in which people got lazy. Flores has always been helpful and even read rough drafts, find out what he wants and you'll easily pass with a 'B'! Learned a lot from his class!

If you're gonna write a paper, especially in college, expect to be able to have proper grammar or develop it. Flores is heavily criticized to drop points on proper grammar, once you are able to get proper with MLA formatting and citing, his class was a BREEZE. Serio, 2 tests, & reviews are 98% similar. If you have bad grammar, take another prof.

Already transferring and Flores is one of the best profs at Cypress. Very inspiring and VERY knowledgeable. If he does not something, he isn't afraid to admit it. He is also a politician with an awesome sense of humor!

Great professor, I honestly enjoyed every class, but that might be cause I'm into history. The professor does his best to make the class interesting! 2 Exams (reviews are 90% similar) and a biweekly paper which is only two pages. I have learned a lot through Flores, very inspiring!

Michael is an awesome professor! Really knows the material well, and you are graded on few things. He grades the bi-weekly 2 pg paper on grammar, but that allows is pretty much open response just like his exams. You simply have to prove you learned something, and can reflect on the themes introduced during class. Pretests are similar to exams.

Is indeed a tough grader on papers and grammar, but gives the option of rough drafts which should be mandatory imo. Hilarious and he is always on time. A great professor!

Weekly two page paper (double spaced) so it turns out to be one, we watch videos, and have discussions. SUPER easy to pass, literally just do the papers from the readings, and the midterm/final is LITERALLY given to you before the test a week or so before, all he does is combine some questions. He does not tolerate slackers or bad grammar.

Difficult but, gets you ready for a 4 year university

Professor Flores does make you work for your grade. However, I learned so much from him about writing essays that I was able to earn better grades in the rest of my classes. He is also very reasonable. I called him out on something I thought was unfair and he reversed course and changed my grade. In addition, he gives extra credit for a field trip.

A great prof. however, I believe English 100 should be a pre-req for this course. Flores is very tidy about grammar, but if you read the material, have a pulse and can respond, you will EASILY pass. I sent drafts to him a day before each paper was due, and always got full credit after his feedback (he even corrects it). Exams are the reviews itself

Flores is awesome! Had some good laughs in his class, too bad I'm not a history major, although I have much interest in it. He can go on and on about history cause he is truly passionate about it! Turn in rough drafts of your assigned reading papers and do the reviews and you will definitely get at least a B in his class.

Dr. Flores is a great instructor and really prepares you for upper division classes. If English is not your strength, consider taking someone else, or take him and improve your writing skills. He knows a lot about history and geeks out whenever possible. A very well rounded professor and has a great sense of humor. Very transparent on Exams and HW.

I've taken 3 classes with him, and enjoyed all of them. Not a lot of people like history, if that is you, don't take him cause it'll be a snooze fest. He is very organized and clear of what he expects from students. Simply do all the papers on time (send in rough drafts also) and study the exam reviews and you can easily get a B. Funny guy!