Great guy. Passionate. But, very, very, off topic. You're going to learn the material on your own, but he'll provide some great sources. Some good classroom exchanges on current events but they get way too far off topic and consume too much time. Dont take him if you are not motivated to study on your own. If you need lectures to learn, skip Roesle

Roesler is difficult. Quizes were not too hard, as long as you read the chapter it covered. Midterm was tough which I got a 67%. Quizes are timed, which is frustrating since my computer is so slow. Didn't think I would make it through all the questions to mark an answer. Study guides stink, better to just re-read the book. Offers help, didn't take.

Great teacher, fascinating class, dynamic discussions. Want an A??? Use FLASHCARDS to memorize the terms

I like his class, at times i do believe he expects to much for a 101 class. I have found taping his lectures and listening to them on my way home from school to more helpful and easier than trying to take notes in his class. Midterm was overwhelming!

Great Professor IF you WANT to learn. If you are just there because it is a requirement you are missing out. Really wants students to understand the material. Very well organized, opinionated but fair and respectful!

Prof. Roesler opened my eyes up to the Patriot Act, but that's really the only thing I can say that he taught me. He's far too liberal for my liking, and he shows far too many Colbert Report and Daily Show clips. He tends to go off topic a lot. The key to passing the tests is www.wwnorton.com/wtp5e

Good prof, but READ the BOOK!!

Don't understand why people r complaining that Roesler doesn't go over the book enough and spends too much time on current events. We're all grownups here and need to actually do our homework. He's really interesting. I'm conservative & he respects my opinions even though he's liberal. He's willing help out everyone outside class. Nice guy, too.

I'm a moderate so I don't appreciate anyone pushing their views on me. I'm glad he tells you up front how he feels and that he has a bias. Good teacher and very smart.

I had Roesler for 3 classes. I'm about to graduate from a top 10 poli sci school. I learned just as much if not more in his classes than any at my current school. He's an incredible professor. His class isn't the easiest, but you'll actually learn something if you show up and do the work.

Smart guy. Learned a whole lot!

Awesome professor. Definately has a liberal bias, but he is an excellent teacher. I passed all the tests with an A. Listen to his lectures, take notes, and you'll be fine.

Roesler was awesome, but required you to read the text. He's VERY fair -- I don't know why others didn't get good grades, but it's not because he didn't agree with you. READ THE BOOK and take the practice quizzes!!!

I have taken this class online. Professor Roesler is a great teacher & the course was very refreshing. He provided narrated powerpoint slides, related articles, videos etc. Class required hard work, but if you read the book, take practice quizzes, go over the study guide, which will improve your critical thinking skills, you can get a good grade.

I took the 101 class over the summer. The course is pretty well laid out and the potential to get a good grade is there. I received an A but I DEFINITELY had to work for it. A ton of reading involved, especially in an 8 week period. Do the work, reading and practice quizes and it's not bad, just very time consuming.

I loved Roeslers class. I had him for IR and Middle East Politics, yeah he can be a hard teacher but he keeps you on yours toes. All it takes is some effort and anyone could do great in the class. Defiantly one of the best teachers I have ever head.

Took his online class and loved it! You only have one assignment each week and it takes a few hours to complete. Lots of textbook reading, but his quizzes are easy. Just follow the study guide and watch the minilectures. He uses a lot of entertaining clips to help students better understand complex political ideas. Really great class and teacher!

Yes his class is tough if you don't put in the work. He gives extra credit and it helps. He is super nice and helpful if you need help. He goes above and beyond. Another awesome teacher at SCC.

Great teacher! If you participate and do the work, you will do well in his class. He is very helpful if you need it. Some on here have said he is super liberal. He is liberal but tells you his bias and presents everything in a fair balanced manner. He respects everyones opinions.

Awesome teacher. Yes tough, but if you study and read the textbook you will do well. He also offers extra credit which is very helpful. I highly recommend him, especially if youre looking for a teacher that is well educated on this topic.

Roesler is not easy. You have to pay attention and read the book. He is VERY helpful. I struggled at first but we met weekly and I brought my grade up to a B. He gives a lot of extra credit. Be sure to complete his study guides--they are key to doing well.

Had him for International Relations and passed the class with an A. That says a lot because prior to taking this class I knew nothing about Political Science, not my forte. Lots of quizzes, but read the textbook and anyone can pass the class!

a lot of work online but the test is online as well.

Don't expect to show up and pass! you will need to work for it but trust me it is worth it! you learn so much and by that I mean learn real world, everyday, I wish I would have known type stuff. If you are looking to pass school by taking the easy classes and be mediocre then do so but if you are up for some real inspirational learning he's the 1

Roesler requires time and effort, but there are no surprises on the tests if you have studied the material. Lots of extra credit, very willing to help students out. Excellent professor, great attitude.

One of the best professors I've had thus far. His class is not easy, but if you listen to his online lectures and do what he asks, you will do very well. He occasionally extends due dates and works with you if you email him. He always leaves great feedback on papers/quizzes, and is always willing to help you succeed.

Very personable, caring; great conversation keeper! Gladly helps students!

Mr. Roesler really cares about his students and the classes he teaches. He keeps the class entertaining and interesting by covering current events first. He goes over the quizzes and whats expected every chapter. All his lectures are online. There are quizzes every week pretty much, but if you come to class and pay attention theyll be a breeze.

lectures were pretty funny and easy to follow. As long as you do all of the homework and quizzes, youll be fine.

Hes a really easy teacher if you have them for college 101. Hes really good at explaining the assignment, grading criteria and letting you go about your way. For attendance he just as a pole in the group chat, which is OK if youre not paying attention. He does like talking about politics and world events which can get awkward.

I took his American Government class online and had an overall positive experience. The schedule was very manageable with a quiz about every week, but the prequizzes and textbook made As and Bs easy to get. The quizzes also helped me get a good grade on both the midterm and final. He gives a lot of good feedback!

He's a really good prof. He was organized and the class was set up in an easy to understand way. His lectures can sometimes include videos from famous late night hosts, which feel out of place at times, but it was never that big a deal. For being a Political prof, he talked about his views but it never felt like he was forcing them on you.

This was a mini-memster class and very easy as long as you put the work in (which is minimal).

Good Teacher, I took the Winter Mini Corse and it was a lot of work (nothing on the teacher). Definitely have to study for the Midterm and Final and be prepared to write a paper for both.

I took his POL 101 online last semester. He is nice, grades fairly, and responds to emails. There is a pre-quiz, an online lecture, and a quiz due every week, and there are 3 papers in the semester, 2 of which are due before the midterm and final.

I took this class as a mini semester in total 16 days. This class is A LOT of work, easy work just lots. Every chapter has a pre quiz with an average of 30 question, you can take the pre quiz 3 times and a regular quiz. The questions on the pre quiz is also on the regular quiz. A mid term and final paper plus a writing assignment. Prof is caring.

I thought his class was amazing. Its obvious he actually cares and wants students to inform and understand themselves and the political spectrum. I've read many of the reviews and it's obvious that some people either didn't read, listen or study. Your DO NOT have to agree with his politics, he only wants you to make sure you understand your own.