very good professor, really interesting lectures, I learned alot from this class, and I would highly recommend it., Tests are not too bad, he gives review sheets, and try to go to the review sessions.

Went to class twice the entire semester, made B's on first two tests. Don't buy the textbook, waste of money, but the book he assigns for the exam is interesting. Gives you the exam (review) a week before the actual test, no way you can fail, if you do you just didn't study.

He is a very good teacher. All his lectures are helpful. He gives a review and has review sessions before test. Attend the review sessions and you'll do good. two midterm and one final. final is 150 pts. He is not so strict about cell phones and food in class. I don't recommand buying textbook because it is not needed. overall, you should take him

He is very flamboyant, but it is effective. Go to class. You will remember his stories. If you prefer reading, you'll still do fine if you just read the book and skip class. All exams were either short answer or essay. Even if you don't know the answer, write something (true for most classes).

This professor is extremly interesting. The class is all about taking notes, reading the required materials in the extra books he assigns, and taking a test. There are only 3 tests, 2 tests and a final. Easy right? If you work hard I gurantee an A for you.

Dr. Buzz is the best teacher I've had in a long time. He keeps you interested from start to finish. I recommend going to every class b/c he covers alot of material at a fast pace. But his lectures flow and are very clear. There is a lot of reading and you prepare days for his tests, just take notes, read, go to class and you'll be fine.

He is a good professor. His lectures are interesting and fun. He likes to make jokes too, which makes the class more alive. Overall, to do good in his class is to read the books he assign, come to review sessions, listen to his lectures, take good notes and you will do good. However, watch out for his TAs..some TAs are just horrible.

He was my favorite teacher. Everytime i got out of his lectures i felt like i had learned something. I messed up badly on the first exam bc i wasnt prapared for it. however if you do the whole reviews he gives you, you should get an A for the class. also, hope for nice TAs.

This is not an easy History class, you have to definitely work for your grade. His TA's grade really hard. Exams are all essay. He does offer extra credit, so make sure you do all of it because it'll pay off. Get ready to work in this class, and make sure you study for tests! Forming study groups worked for me.

Buzzanco is one of the greatest teachers for History at U of H. If you go to his lectures, which are very effective, reading the book will be more interesting. I recommend his class. Take notes and listen attentively, which you will find easy to do in this class. He has great lectures and helpful TA's.

FUN AND DRAMATIC

Attend all the classes.

Made history much more interesting and useful. TA came up with the tests and graded all the papers.

He was an amazing Prof! I loved him! He is the reason I am a history major!! He really knows his stuff, teaches you things from a whole different world that you didnt know existed in US history!! He's like a lovable hippy! He is so wild, and only works so hard so you can understand history! I never missed a class and never would. I'd Take him again

Very intelligent man. Is very enthusiastic about what he teaches which makes the class come alive. Love the way he dresses in bright colors with matching shoes..haha. I learned a lot in this class and would definitely recommend it. As long as you do the reviews thoroughly you can get A's on the exams. Also gives extra credit!!

A truly enlightening, engaging, professor. AWESEOME and fun. His lectures really make u think, I'm not much of a history buff but I ALWAYS walked out that class thinking about his words. Very influential, very liberal which i loved. I made an A even though I messed up on the 1st exam. He gives lots of extra credit too! Overall easy, enjoyable class

Dr. Buzz is an ULTRA LIBERAL professor. I am very much conservative and in no way agree with ANY of his politics. That said, as long as you go into his class with an open mind, you will learn and do well. He extremely opinionated, but makes many good points. Hate his politics, liked him and his class.

He is awesome. Great lecturer; he makes the material interesting. His tests aren't too difficult. Its really important to show up to lectures though.

I highly recommend taking history with Buzzanco. He's down to earth, respectful, understanding, cool, and interesting. He has T.A's that grades the extra credits and tests. For me the class was a bit hard and I studied so much, but for some reason history never sticks to my head. Took him fall'08 and had 3 tests. 3 books used.

Passionate about history. Knows his stuff. Tests aren't terribly difficult, although you do need to study well. Lots of extra credit opportunities. If you're ultra-conservative, you might want to take a different professor.

Buzzanco has a lot of knowledge and lectures are engaging and interesting. I took his online class---war, globilization, and terror. I emailed him once--nothing urgent--and never heard back. It would have been nice to see him at the tests. Always the TA. Never even met the guy. Enjoyed the class though and learned a lot. I recommend.

I think he is interesting and is a good professor.There are 3 TAs, so i guess depends on who u have to get good grades. His tests are all essays so to get good grade, NEVER skip his class and read the book. Since they give you review, you know what might be cover on the test. He lecture fast sometimes though. Also, book essays are general.

This is an AMAZING professor! I've always hated history, but somehow, Dr.Buzzanco opened my eyes to see how amazing history can be. VERY INTERLLIGENT! if u wanna learn, TAKE HIM! test are all essays, but he gives a review of what questions could be on the test. LOTS OF EXTRA CREDIT TOO! the TAs give useless review sessions though.

I took his War/Glob/Terror class. It was amazing - SO interesting. He really turned me on to the subject. He's funny and a great lecturer - very energetic and helpful. Tests were fair -- you'll need to read the books and study. It's not an easy A, but if you're in school to LEARN, def. take this class!

the good thing is that it's not boring at all, not easy but fair- pay attn. & take good lecture notes, review sheets r very relevant with exams (which r all essay format)- plus there's review sessions with the t.a.'s n extra credit available- remember that U NEED 2 READ THE BOOKS 2 do well

I took his war globalization class. It was a strange way of looking at things, quite liberal. Anyway, i think he is a good easy a class. Take him

gave three tests for your grade.. also gave weekly extra credit opportunities with questions to answer from reading the book. GIVE A REVIEW SHEET!! As long as you pay attention and study the review sheet.. read the books you'll do goooood. The extra credit helps your grade a lot so do them!!

Didn't go to class for 2 months. He gave review sheets for each test before, gives you the essay questions that will be on the test. Study the crap out of that and the tests are a piece of cake, exactly like the review. Got an A-.

Very entertaining class

He is a VERY liberal teacher. Very outspoken and fun. His test are all written so make sure you study and memorize the notes. He only has 2 tests and a final. Gives tons of extra credit so make you you do them! He gives out review sheets online, and the review sessions are good. The TA's give you most of the answers you ask for. Overall good.

Prof Buzzanco should be a model for all history professors. The guy knows his history and loves his job teaching. Be warned, however, he is liberal and often incorporates this into his lectures. He believes in knowing general history, and not dates. Exams consist of 2 regular exams, and one final. Best of all, he gives ~30 points of extra credit.

Awesome teacher. Take him!class is not hard at all..you don't even have to read "mandatory" books. you can BS your way through it.

I loved this class. He does not teach history the usual way. For our class he talked about history from an economic standpoint + also talked about stuff that the gov has done wrong in the past and how they have hurt people. you need the 2 books with the documental readings in them, they will be on the tests. text book not needed. must attend class.

Great class. Readings required for good grade. Fair TA's and grading.

Readings required. Did offer extra credit which helps. Fair TA and grading.

the lectures are on youtube and from 1999. i thought if you kept up with the lectures and the supplemental readings (especially the great american) you should do fine. the TA was prompt in her response. there are two tests for the grade and some extra credit near the end. enlightening class, for me at least.

His lectures are very intresting for the most part,so if you go to his lecture you will definatly pass the class. All his test are essay and one part is almost like defining a term so it is easy to pass. Weird enough I got my best test grade when I didn't got to class for like a month. I would take him for history he is a good teacher.

I love Dr. Buzzanco! Wish the lectures were a bit more current than 1999, but it was still a great class. Watch the lectures, study your notes, prepare for the essay questions (which are given), and read the book. If you do all that, you should ace the class - very clear and graded very fairly. TA was very prompt. Extra credit opportunities.

I loved this class im taking him again for the next history!! Yeah his test are all free response but the TA's grade fairly honestly any one who complains is lazy and did not attend class regularly!..He's very entertaining and witty, and yes, hes opinionated but, he is not biased he lets you see things from other perspectives. I got a A!

Dr. Buzzanco is very knowledgeable about his subject matter. The tests are graded by TAs - they are all essay and there are two tests and a final. He gives a ton of extra credit opportunities. There isn't a lot of reading but you need to read to do well on the tests. The TAs hold really good reviews for each test that help a lot.

It was a little strange that I never actually interacted with the instructor, but for what its worth the lectures were sufficient. Dr. Buzzanco is very knowledgeable about his subject matter. The test material is pretty easy, just like any other class, though, it pays to know the material.

He is a great professor. We clapped after his last class. He is a social activist, so is very interested in the lecture material. I was definately not a fan of history, but I am now. I loved his lectures! To prep for tests, go to TA study groups.

This class was super easy. Just do what he expects: read the book, and you will definitely get an A. Go to the TAs study sessions bc they basically give you the answers. He is very helpful and so are his TAs. Even though history is not my favorite subject he made this class so interesting!! Take him no matter what!

Dr. Buzzanco is a great professor. He's charismatic and makes his classes both fun and interesting. TAKE HIM!! (Also, it doesn't hurt that he has a super cute TA. WOOT WOOT skateboarder guy!!)

He's a pretty understandable professor. If you have a general knowledge of history from middle school and high school, this is a VERY easy class. Only problem I had the tests were always write outs. Other than that, he was a pretty easy professor and I recommend him highly.

A great professor for History 2, not so much for History 1. He likes what he teaches and is very clear on concepts, always asks for questions. History is always boring, but he tries to get the material to you. TA's give review sessions. 3 tests, consist of part 1 id terms, part 2 book material, part three, essay,no final.GOOD PROFESSOR! STUDY THO!

He's a great professor! I never thought about how clear and understandable his lectures were until he was gone one week and his TA's took over lectures! But the TA's are helpful for the review sessions! GO TO THE REVIEW SESSIONS ESPECIALLY IF YOU DIDN'T STUDY! The books we read were simple and if you just skim the chapter you'd get the point.

Good professor in keeping it real about history. All extra credit are from text books, some exam essays come from the books. Note: books can only be re-sold at ebay/craigslist/or to direct other students. Book stores will not take back the books.

HE IS SUCH A GREAT PROFESSOR!!i'm not crazy about history but i loved his letures!only 3 tests and lots of xtra credit opportunities!the Ta's are very helpful as well as he is.yu kinda need the books but yu just have to skim over them.loved huis class!taking him again nest semester!very real and very nice!recommend!!

Extremely easy class. Just go to lecture, take notes and do the readings. Essays given ahead of time, and the questions over the book are easy, basically if you read or not. Took this class in the summer and got an easy A.

Good professor. Tests are short answer and essay, but topics are given at least a week in advance so no surprises on test. Go to the TAs if you have any questions, they are the graders. Go to class and take good notes on the lectures because that is where he gets his essay questions from. A lot of memorization, but he makes it interesting

He's a really good teacher. Definitely likes to share his political opinions from time to time but he never gets off track. Attending class and taking lecture notes is mandatory to do well on the tests. I only bought one of the two textbooks and still got an A, but I never missed class. I would definitely recommend him.

I love this professor! He is awesome, some say he's hard and tough, but not at all! He is very clear when he teaches, and he is the reason I decided to go into history. He totally changed my world. His tests are extremely easy, if you didnt do well, its cause you didnt study. Ofcourse you need to put time and effort into his coursework, and it pays

Took him for Vietnam War online(tv). LOVE him and his class. Very interesting and nice prof. Only 2 essay tests then some ex cred. at the end. I just watched the lectures n took notes and got A's on the tests/ in the class. Convenient, educational, and great class

I took history prof Tillery the semester before and failed. Then I took Buzzanco and he made me fall in love with history!!! He keeps the class so interesting. He shows videos, powerpoints, etc. He's really engaged in the class. He's hilarious and really entertaining. I really enjoyed going and literally learned something every class. I got a B.

HE LITERALLY GIVES YOU THE TEST!!! AMAZING FUN TEACHER...and his personality is HOT

Take the class, you will not regret it

He's Amazingg!! I've always HATED history and now I've never loved it so much. He makes everything make sense. Really down to earth guy! TAKE HIM TAKE HIM!

TAKE HIM! Dr. Buzzanco makes history interesting! Lots of readings, but they give reviews right before the tests, and they're exact(review will give you say 5 possible essay prompts, and on the test will be 3 to choose from)

Interesting guy. Good prof. Kinda goes on tangents, so it's kinda hard to take notes.

Great professor. Fun, upbeat, and keeps the class entertained. TA's do everything, but they're nice enough. GO TO THE POST-REVIEW. It will seriously help you do well in history classes. (Not just his.) Take him.

He's amazing, everything he says appears on the tests and the reviews and post-reviews are really helpful!!! You wont regret taking his classes!!

Simply the best.Take Buzzanco and learn history.

This class has been fun. I've learned a lot and enjoyed the material. Dr. Buzzanco can go on tangets but appears to know his stuff. Because of Amanda's postreview I will probably make at least a B. Good professor.

Buzzanco is awesome. He obviously knows what he's talking about, and is very charismatic. The books are essential to passing the class! READ READ READ. It's best to hold a study group before the test to go over the material, repetition is key for memorization.

Great teacher. Very funny political humor, clear speaker, easy class. Very useful information,only 3 tests and a bunch of EC. I made a 102 for a final average of the class. It is vital to read the 3 books, American Power American People is his lectures, the other are specific events. Loved his class. One of the T/A's grade stricter than the rest.

He is an awesome professsors! He explains everything. If you completely read the textbook stuff that he assigns, it should be pretty easy to make an A...MAKE SURE YOU ATTEND THE T.A REVIEWS.....They help...A LOT!! Please dont use wikipedia answers for tests..They come down on you hard for those...Doesn't go off topic a lot and is really engaging.

This is one of the best professors out there. History wasn't my favorite subject, but it was fun to be in his class. He's one of the best professors in the world.

This guy is AWESOME! He is really clear with his lectures. Gives out very helpful reviews before each exam. It's hard not to pass this class if you go over the review sheets. Wears funny ties some days.

hree books that you need the test will be over all three. A review is given before the test both on campus and online. You can go to class but you can make it by not going and just reading all the chapters. THERE IS A LOT OF READING. Lots of extra credit is given. The test consist of Vocab, a Short answer question, and an Essay.

Funny. Compares everything to The Simpsons.He wrote one of the textbooks so you can either go to class or read the book. He gives review sheets which outlines EVERYTHING that will be on the test. The test has 3 parts: IDs, short answers, & 1 essay.Just doing the IDs on the review is enough to answer everything on the test.Remember:the open door

I took two of his online classes in the same semester - War, Globalism, and Terrorism & Vietnam War. I really enjoyed his lectures. I made an A in both classes, largely due to my affinity for the subject material I'm sure. I would definitely recommend him, virtually no requirements outside of the midterm/final in both classes.

Make sure you read!!

I recommend taking him. He was a great professor. He made his lectures fun, and going to class was not mandatory. Just memorize the test outlines and you've got an A. Reading the books are required for the essay portion of the test.

Great professor. He's very clear and interesting and history is not my thing.The book helps but not mandatory. Attend his lectures and the review and you're good. Also he basically gives you the test and answers when you go to the review.

A really brilliant professor who makes things very easy to understand. Though his tests are all essay, as long as you have attended his lectures and go to the review sessions, you're completely set.

Great teacher and TAs! Provide a review for test that is identical to the test and gives extra credit. I hate reading but just doing the review sheet, attending class, and doing the review I am getting a B in the class.

Dr. Buzzanco is great, as are his TA's! He comes in dressed like part of the mafia, and compares everything to The Simpsons/ Mad Men/ Charlie Sheen/ The Kardashians, etc. His lectures were very interesting, and the tests were not overly difficult. I believe that the TA's grade fairly easily. One thing you must do is read the books for the tests.

This guy is awesome. One of the best teachers I've ever had in my life!

Prof. Buzzanco is absolutely awesome teacher! I love his helpful and extremenly interesting lectures. He is the the best teachers I've ever had in my life.

He is the best teacher that I've ever had. I don't know what to say how he affected the way I think about history and everything around me. He's inspirational and he talks about history with enthusiasm. A great gentlemen.

One of the best history teachers I have ever had. Prepares his students for all of their exams. I would highly recommend taking his class.

Professor Buzzanco is the best history teacher I've ever had. Everyone in the class loved him and he is the most interesting teacher you will ever have. Take him and you won't be sorry!!

You can't go wrong w/ Buzzanco. His lectures are very interesting and attention keeping. His TA's are understanding graders and they also have review sessions before each exam. Great class. I got an A-

I've taken his Vietnam War class and am taking 1960s this semester,both rule.He's really funny.Attendence isn't mandatory but you'll want to go to class.He doesn't want to pick your work apart,he just wants you to know the material and be able to display that in papers.His classes help me grow as a person.He gets a pepper for dressing supah snazzy.

Teaching assistant grades pretty easy/fair. Only a midterm and a final if you take the online course.

Wow. Professor Buzzanco is one of the best professors I have ever taken. I highly recommend him for any history class. What an awesome guy and professor. He is funny, helpful, and his lectures are amazing. Please do not skip out on Buzzanco!

His lectures are very organized and clear, and he picks interesting topics to elaborate on. His online notes are mainly outlines, so you have to use the book to study unless you take notes during class. His lecture for the most part is straight from the book, which he wrote. Tests are easy since the review is practically straight from the test.

I took Prof. Buzzanco last sem. at UH. First off, he's AMAZING. He really opens your eyes to the events that took place in history. I highly recommend him for 1378. If I could, I would retake this class only because I enjoyed that much. Trust me, you won't regret it. Plus, the tests aren't that bad. Pay attention in class, and you'll do fine.

I have taken him twice now and plan on taking him again. Made lessons very interesting and love how liberal he is. He is a cool guy and incredibly knowledgeable in his field. I would recommend him for any history class you can take with him. Take his 1960s class. It was so interesting I wanted to attend class!

Took his Vietnam War course. I highly recommend him as a prof. his lectures are entertaining and informative. He is a great guy. If you have the chance to take Buzzanco, do so.

Hands down one of the best history professors here. Very passionate about what he teaches about. His motivation makes students motivated to listen better as well. Tests are completely doable and manageable if study guide is followed properly. Overall very satisfied with his course.

Pro. Buzzanco is a good professor, he truely cares about the material he teaches. His test consist of ID words and essays. He provides the material, you just have to put the time in to prepare. One of the better professor I have had at UH.

Awesome class & instructor. Professor really knows his stuff, is easy going & makes the class very interesting. Enjoyed his class & would definitely recommend taking him.

very good professor. extremely knowledgeable and the lectures are interesting. tests were all take home essays and he is a "big picture" guy so you don't have to get bogged down with tons of dates and details. I would certainly take him again

One of the TAs graded harder than the other. sticklers about content and detail. Buzzanco is one of the best lecturers, hands down, he really knows his material and mixes it with a little humor. Made a F on the first test but did all the extra credit, made an A- on the next test and an A on the final, and ended up with an A in the class.

Buzzanco is a BEAST. Very interesting guy;I loved his lectures. He teaches true facts rather than what the government tells you. This guy is also very stylish and always wears awesome outfits. He is hands down the best history professor at UH. Only thing is his TAs are horrible. Very tough graders and are completely useless. Highly recommend him.

Buzz is awesome!! Never liked history until I took this course. With his notes you don't even need to purchase the book to score high on exams. He has a clear outline that is really helpful if you go to class. Never missed a class. Reviews were decent. You have to put in some work to receive an A. Do the extra credit, and it shouldn't be too hard.

AWESOME! He made the class knowledgeable and enjoyable. His outfits are pretty awesome, too. He has lecture format everytime with outline on screen. 3 tests(2 out of 100, 1 out of 150). Easy to get an A if you do the review and memorize your answers. Everything on test comes off that. Book only needed for the extra credit (24pts). HIGHLY RECOMMEND.

GREAT PROFESSOR.KNOWS WHAT HE IS TALKING ABOUT BUT MY ISSUE WITH THIS COURSE IS WITH THE TA'S. THEY ARE USELESS AND ARE BS GRADERS. THEY GRADE AS IF THEY WERE OVERSEEING A THESIS AT STANFORD. I READ THE TEXTBOOK AND WROTE EXACTLY WHAT WAS ASKED AND THEY STILL TOOK POINTS OFF AND GAVE ME C'S ON TESTS. BS CLASS. DO NOT TAKE BASED ON TA'S GRADING.

Awesome instructor. Very laid back, approachable, and a VERY fair grader. He's intelligent, and makes history REALLY, REALLY interesting. 'Radical US History' is a MUST TAKE class!

Buzzanco's class on War, Terror, and Globalization is fantastic. The lectures are engaging and informative. He repeats core concepts to help them sink in. It's a very fun and fairly easy class to take online. Textbooks are also well-written.

Had Buzzanco for other classes too. 350 characters is not enough to describe how awesome this professor is. If you're a history major, take this guy anytime, anyplace. That is all.

I loved Buzzanco's lectures because he stated the REAL FACTS of history, not just the things the gov't wants us to think happened. He's a very funny guy and very fashionable! All you need to do is read the text and do the readings to get an A. I would recommend anyone to take his class!!!

What a nice, interesting, funny guy. This is a fun class. If you want to do well in here, take your laptop on day 1 and TAKE NOTES. It will help so, so much on tests. I never enjoyed history before this class, but he does make it interesting. You have to read a bit, but you get extra credit if you do the assigned reading and respond. 3 tests

Amazing teacher, similar to historian Howard Zinn. He is also hilarious, passionate, and I loved showing up to lectures. He teaches real history, rather than biased, public edu textbooks. Plenty of extra credit opportunities and an easy A. Reviews are exactly like the tests.

I LOVED THIS CLASS! Buzzanco is the most charming professor I've had so far! He tells you some deep stuff about US History and his notes alone can be enough to get you an A. His study guides ARE the test. I got an A easy without purchasing the books or doing extra credit! He's a cool, funny guy who's class is easy, so I HIGHLY recommend him!

Only take this class if you are good at blue book essay exams as there are 3 tests and these are the only opportunity for grades other than very picky extra credit assignments. While attendance isn't mandatory I went to every class and felt as though none of what was talked about was important as the test questions relied heavily on the book.

Great teacher taken 2011, very informational and write as if you hear him teaching. It will help a ton in formulating the thoughts he taught you. Practice the essays and you're good.

Attendance not mandatory. Bluebook exams, no HW. Review given 1 week prior with the exact same essay prompts that will be on the test. Form a group, split up the review and them memorize it for exam. Must be detailed, TAs were pretty fair. He wrote the book & was enthusiastic about history, but his lectures were boring. Still an easy class though

Pros: Buzzanco is an awesome teacher! Really fun and super chill guy. HE WROTE THE TEXTBOOK! Lots of extra credit. TAs are there to help Cons: 3 tests the entire year so if you get a bad grade on one, might as well drop. Sometimes he rambles on examples in class. Skips over some material. You MUST read the textbook in order to pass

Only two tests, and the books are not necessary. He gives you the questions before the exams, so make sure you study the answers to those questions and there's no way you get less than a B+

Professor Buzzanco is great! He knows his stuff and he connects it to current affairs if he can. Take Buzzanco whether you're a history major or not! 2 grades (both papers), fair grading. I would highly recommend this professor.

Didn't read the textbooks and only used them when completing extra credit and test study guides and made A's on the exams. The class is fairly easy, but you must be willing to put in the effort for the study guides (best done in study groups as it can get pretty lengthy). He does blue book exams (3 in total) so be ready to write.

Easy class & great teacher. Buzzanco has a passion for this topic and teaches well, BUT here's what I didn't like: he writes his own book and sells exclusively online for $120. This includes 2 other reader volumes needed. I refused to buy the book. I noticed the library has his old books - USE THEM FREE, go to class, take notes, & get an A. Easy.

Really good professor, definitely knows what he is teaching. I didn't attend most of the classes and still got an A. all you have to do is READ THE TEXTBOOKS! i can not stress this enough. Besides that, his lectures are interesting and he gives a bunch of extra credit assignments

-2 exams, 1 final. All essays. TAs are pretty cool when grading them. -lots of extra credits (worth like 3 points each) -book is written by him and you're forced to buy it in a bundle ($120). Each chapter is about 60 pages and frustrating to read. -more like an economics class tbh. He won't go in depth in his lectures so you have to read

The exams are essay, and graded by the TA. The answers may be provided, but huge deductions if not in proper essay format. Grades are subjective. Extra is given. Attendance not required, but helpful. Confused about whether it is a writing class or history! System set up where you MUST buy book online.

Is you love history you must take this professor. He is helpful and has so much knowledge on the subject he teaches, he really inspires students to learn. The Assignments were a midterm and final, which were all essays, based on novels read for the class- yes one Novel is his own. Fair professor And enthusiastic historian. Take him for any history.

He is an enthusiastic professor. He really made me love history again. It is because of him that I changed my major to history. His lectures are awesome and informative. I didn't feel he was biased in any one way. He just did his job and did a great job at that. He is there for you if you need help or clarity, he answers all questions.

Dr. Buzzanco has been my favorite professor at UH by far, and this is coming from a Biology student. I took this class in my first semester and was inspired. My political views will never be the same.

Buzzanco is really great at generating interest in history and giving students the blunt truth about the material, though it's ironic the way he talks about capitalism and then requires that we purchase HIS book! If you take advantage of the study guides available, you're all set for an "A!"

I personally really like Buzzanco's class. While there are some extremely slow parts (as any class) for the most part he's fun to listen to and tells the interesting, i.e. untold, side of history and makes jokes that give you a little life if you're getting bored. The books are mostly useful for the extra credit.

Buzzanco is a good professor and I really liked his lecture style. He explains events very well and can be funny at times also. It is important to read and continue the information on your own as well. Tests are all in essay form, but it isn't a problem as long as you do some reading and listen to what he has to say. Good class.

He's a really funny and clever guy. Exams are very simple. There are only 3, and they give you an extensive review sheet with everything on the test. Tests are all essay format, but I promise they're very simple and straightforward. Attendance not mandatory. You need the book. READ READ READ. Extra credit is super easy.

Tons of extra credit, like 25 points worth. Only three test, and the lecture are super interesting. He's a great teacher, super funny.

3 tests, and he gives you reviews with the questions on it. no homework. extra credit. never went to class. soooo easy. take this class if you want a stress free semester.

There are a LOT of reading assignments, but the good news is that he wrote one of the books, so it's very similar to his lectures. Gives extra credit, but it's not like the easy extra credit you'd expect, you have to work for it. He only gives you three tests, one being the final. Expect to learn ID terms, write a short answer, and write an essay.

Dr. Buzzanco has been around UH for quite sometime. He wrote the textbook so his lectures follow the book precisely. The only required assignments are four exams, which were term ID and short answer. Attendance is not necessary to pass the class as long as you study a bit the night before. He gives you the questions beforehand. Great professor.

He's a great professor. I really enjoyed this class. The exams are quite hard because you have to write essays , but the information for essay questions are in the book. The extra-credit also helps boost your overall grade. I'd recommend this class to anyone who loves learning about history.

Went to his class 3 days out of the semester and that was to take the exams. Very easy class easy A. just do the extra credits.

Chill class. I went to maybe 4 days outside of exam dates and got an A+ in the class. Textbook is essential, if you opt not to go to lecture. Long written exams but the review questions are the same as the test.

Wasn't too bad of a class. Two exam (written) which were the midterm and final. Review questions are exactly like the exam. Not too difficult , just really long lectures.

Very chill guy with his cool style. Your TA is your bestfriend if its Alex. Didn't have to show up, but I did when I was bored bc of his cool lecture style. Attend the first review sessions and make sure the TA knows your name, talk/email them to review your outlines for the test....3 tests thats it and extra credit is super clutch. Reading is key!

Extra credit helped A LOT!!! I gained like 12 extra points on my total grade. Would def take again.

super laid back and makes History very interesting! 3 exams and LOTS of extra credit. The reading seems like its a lot but honestly if you just go to class & take good notes and skim through the textbook every once in a while you'll be golden! He gives you the exam questions ahead of time so you know exactly what to expect and offers study sessions

I really liked Professor Buzzanco. I would recommend this class to anyone. It is three written/essay format tests, but he gives a review that if you do you will get an A. They also provide a review session before each test. Pretty straightforward class. Attendance is not mandatory.

Buzzanco is an easy A if you know your history, if you remeber the big events/people and how differing things influenced them on top of how those events/people influenced history you'll be good. No attendance necessary.

Buzzanco is extremely easy. Only three tests, but a ton of extra credit(bumped me from a B to an A). Very liberal, thinks capitalism is of the devil but charges $150 per textbook per person(darn capitalism). I watched Netflix during class you don't even have to come to class to pass.

I have never taken American History in my life and I earned an A in this class! He is am amazing professor with great passion and teaching style. But I stopped going to the lecture after the first test as his review sheet contains exactly what is on the tests. He even gives 30 points worth of extra credit!! This class is an easy A

I don't know about the White-wash history thing the other person was talking about. He never said the slaves were treated well. He even said that even after the abolition of slavery, the blacks in south were still treated like slaves. Overall Buzzanco is a good prof, and if you do take this class, be sure to read and spend hours for test reviews.

Don't take this class if you are not self-disciplined. That being said, one of the easiest classes I have ever taken. Lectures are long, but interesting. Only 2 grades- 2 essay exams. A review is given 2 weeks prior with all the possible questions for the major part of the test. 2 hours given for each exam. Finished with an A with minimal effort.

Buzzanco offers really interesting lectures and makes history seem like a story instead of listing random facts. Everyone says you should read all the textbooks, but I focused on the one buzzanco wrote, thats where all the info is. The hardest part is actually writing the essays for the test.

Buzzanco is extremely knowledgeable, and taught me more than I thought possible not just about American foreign policy, but also in the process world history since 1900. His views are well founded and backs up all his points by providing you all the primary documentation. Beware: huge amounts of reading, don't get behind on lectures.

EASSSYYY A! If you're a good writer, take him! Took WGT, only had to do 2 essays based off assigned readings. Fair grading. Don't fall behind on lectures, although you don't need to watch them all to write a good essay.

Class is only graded by 3 essay based exams. I barely went to class and still got A's on 2 tests so far. Just study the review and know the terms inside and out and you should be able to pass. Readings are required especially for one section of the exam. Overall, I couldn't really follow his lectures but studying the review helped me pass.

One of the most knowledgeable professors I've ever taken and he translates the material in a way that anyone can understand. Dude is smart, funny, honest, unbiased, and an amazing speaker. Lots of reading, but the reviews for the tests are all you need for the actual tests. Not an easy A, but I highly recommend for a honest view of American History

Professor Buzzanco is very passionate about his lectures and makes students engage with him. The lectures are not that important but make sure you read his textbook. If you don't read you won't do well. Overall if you read, you're guaranteed an A. Very easy class.

So the way I did this class was just buying coursehero and studying that because I did not want to read the textbook or go to class and this method has gotten me As, the test review is the test so as long as you study that you are good, the TAs take a stupid long time to submit grades though, and your grade relies on 3 exams, 1 of which is a final.

you have to buy his book bc the exams are mostly essay based with prompts from the book he gives you a review sheet w everything you need this class taught me A TON. i miss his class and loved the book bc it was so easy to read and interesting. the review sheets take a while to complete but you learn a lot from them he was awesome and i'm a senior

Stop listening to all these bad ratings. He is great a lot of extra credit. Even though he changed the grading scale this year he is great. The review is EXACTLY the test, why would you not take him. His quizzes are open book and they are extra credit. The class is really easy, just memorize the review and your good to go.

There's nothing to be worried about. As long as you do the test reviews, you'll ace the tests. Show up to OPEN BOOK quizzes and you'll do fine. The quizzes become extra credit. But show up to lecture! Dr. Buzzanco has a great personality and his suits are amazing. You're getting the lectures you paid for.

I did the online summer course which I WOULD NOT recommend. It was easy and there is only one final essay, but there are 26 online lectures, which are interesting but an hour and a half long. This course would be fine during a normal semester, but he crammed all of the lectures into 4 weeks. DON'T BUY THE BOOK. Love the class, just not for summer.

I really hate History so I was actually worried about this class, but turns out it was actually a very straightforward one. Professor Buzzanco's lectures were surprisingly very fun for a history class. It was very easy to follow through. We just had 3 exams and lots of quizzes. Quizzes are open book and exam questions are given ahead of time

He'll tell you to read all year long, but honestly isn't necessary as long as you get to every lecture and take good notes. Easy to get yourself to go because he genuinely enjoys what he does and is a great speaker. I rarely used the book outside of class, but it is mandatory for the quizzes, which are easy if you can analyze text.

History 1378 with Professor Buzzanco was great. 3 exams the class is graded based on and plenty of opportunities for extra credit. All the lectures are on youtube so, watch at your own pace ( WATCH THEM) & read the textbook both REALLY help you during the exams. The exams are in an essay the study guides help a lot. TAs were great too! 10/10 class

I absolutely loved Professor Buzzanco's course! Took him during Spring 2021 and I actually had a great time learning about history. Take good notes and read your assigned chapters. He does a great job at delivering his knowledge. Its just three papers for the whole semester all which are easy if you go to lecture and read the book!

He basically only had 3 exams the whole semester, which was pretty alarming at first. But with the study guide being exactly as the exam, multiple resources, and helpful media during lectures it is very easy to pass these exams. the exams are heavy on writing, so just know the material.

BE READY TO READ, his entire course revolves around the textbook. You are only graded on 3 exams, all open-ended that cover material from the book/lecture. TA'S give a decent amount of extra credit, do them all, they'll save you. Overall, he is very passionate and I'd say enjoys what he teaches which makes his lectures enjoyable.

The professor has 3 exams and they are exactly like the review. He was also very good with lectures and made history interesting to learn about.

Dr Buzzanco has really insightful lectures. He does not make the class boring and it was his first time teaching in person since 2019. There was a total of 3 exams and they are the same as the review given to us, all free response. TAs grade easily, although not always easy to reach out to. Overall, entertaining and humorous professor.

What an AMAZING lecturer, this guy taught me more in 15 lectures than I learned in 9 years of history class! Every time I heard him talk, I learned something. If you want HIST taught in an engaging, story-like way; he is the one. The TA's were absolutely unreachable, but the test review is 100% the test so its very hard to get a B in this class.

consist of three tests, the first two are easy but the final was worth like 45% of your grade and had tons of material you had to memorize. The exams are written and the TAs were pretty lenient on grading.

Professor Buzzanco is an amazing history professor! his lectures are captivating and you have few assignments. That means the entire course is based on your essay exams. Even if your taking this course as a requirement, I suggest you take it with Buzzanco. Its an overall easy weed out class but he makes it bearable.

Great professor. Lectures were interesting & easy to follow. Textbook wasn't much help - I honestly think you could go without it. VERY test heavy. Make sure you don't mess up on those because they're the only grades. Tests are in essay format. TA's grade leniently and give test questions in advance. Not much extra credit.

Ive always hated history but genuinely enjoyed this class, Prof Buzzanco really understood what he was teaching and didnt read off of powerpoints. His lectures were engaging and interesting and helped a lot with tests.

Buzzanco was a amazing professor just show up to the lectures and listen to him and make sure you work on the reviews he gives and you will do fine!

2 tests and a final exam, all in essay format. Reviews are given a week before the test and have the exact questions on the test. Chance to get up to like 25 extra credit points and the ecs are relatively easy. Attendance not mandatory but surely helps. I didnt open my textbook once and still got an A, just study the review

Professor Buzzanco is a good prof, his lectures are interesting and informative. I hardly ever attended class once he announced it wasnt mandatory. Gives out study guides and if you learn the material on them you will easily pass. TA's grade everything so just hope you get some nice ones

It's an honor to get to be taught by Prof Buzzanco. He's a cool character and is passionate about what he's teaching. Lectures are all him talking, and it all ties in with the book. His lectures are really enjoyable and every time I learn something new. Taking intense notes about what he's saying is my best advice if you're a lazy reader.(but read)

The exam reviews are very lengthy so they can be overwhelming. It can be a lot of information to memorize, but not a tough grader so thats good. Do the extra credit!! It really helps

The lectures were fun and offered a neat perspective, plus I left with plenty of new book/music/movie recommendations. It's not an 'easy' class per se- you will absolutely have to put in the effort if you want to get a good grade- but so long as you use the study guides and take him up on the MANY extra credit opportunities you'll do great.

Prof. Buzzanco's class was exciting, his lectures on topics are very immersive, and they become easy to understand. There are only three exams with no quizzes or other assignments, but he gives out extra credits worth 20 points on top of your class average. Take his class! His TAs are friendly and understanding.

Truly a great teacher to take if you need to take history, take him! With only 2 tests and 1 final and many chances for extra credit. Grading gets done by TA, and mine was very kind, easy to reach and graded fast. Never received any grade lower than 89. Getting an A with Buzzanco is very duable.

Grade is made up of 3 exams and extra credits. Attendance is not important since you could find information in his books. Just study the review exams thoroughly, and you will ace the test. They will provide the blue book (basically a small notebook) to write your answer on. The TA will grade everything so just hope getting a nice one.

Honestly a good professor. Class is graded by only three exams so study groups are your best friend! Exams are also the same as the review, but I recommend completing at least 80-90% of each section bc you never know what could be on the exam. Exams are also hand written, so expect hand cramps!

I thought he was great, introduced American history from new perspectives.

Professor Buzzanco is one of the best professors I have ever had. I have previously found it hard to listen to history lectures but Buzzanco is an amazing lecturer and makes them interesting, its like listening to a story. Definitely buy the textbooks and keep up with the readings, makes the tests easier. Lots of pop quiz opportunities too.

He teaches history quite clearly. He does share opinions minimally but makes sure to point out that it is just his opinion. Makes history more interesting than the classes I've taken before. There is extra credit given every week. To get a good grade, you just need to read the books.

I loved this professor he was very funny with amazing outfits. Lectures can be really fun or really boring if you know the stuff already. As long as you go to class and take notes everything is going to be easy. He only has 3 exams, as long as you study your review, you'll be fine. Extra credit weekly

just take him; easy class and amazing professor; lectures are not mandatory and test reviews are exactly the test he gives out; book is technically mandatory but it extra credit can be completed without it and so can the tests

Buzzanco was my favorite professor at UH so far. He clearly knows what he's talking about and has a passion for history, but he also acknowledges that most people are there because they have to and tries to make the class as entertaining as possible.

You're only graded on tests, which are super easy if you do the study guide. He also gives extra credit, so getting an A in this class isn't hard. Attendance isn't mandatory, but he's a great teacher with amazing lectures, so you should definitely show up. If you don't go, buy his textbook, but doing both isn't necessary in my opinion.

I liked Buzzanco's lectures. You only have exams and extra credit for the whole course so take good notes when the review comes around. You'll learn a lot in this class. Only complaint is one day he was walking in the classroom and he turned around to see me coming in right behind him and he let the heavy door hit me.

It's an easy class. Even tho attendance is not mandatory, GO TO CLASS... this was my downfall; don't be fooled by my grade, extra credit, and a study group saved me. This class requires a textbook, but in my opinion, don't waste $130. He goes over all the information in the lecture anyway. Only 3 tests, 350 points total. TAs aren't harsh graders

attendance is not mandatory but going helps and he is a really funny and entertaining person to listen to so it will not be a complete snooze fest going to class. Just make sure to keep up what is doing on and do the review as the questions on the review are the exact ones on the test. The class consists of 3 written essays.

Professor Buzzanco is a great lecturer and professor. He is interesting to listen to and his grading system is excellent. We had three essays done in class and each had a comprehensive review sheet to study. There were also a lot of opportunities for extra credit. I would retake his class in a heartbeat.

Grades were based on 3 written exams. The time runs out fast so be aware. The TAs are unnecessary though but the professor really knows what his topics are and tries his best to make the lecture interesting. The book was expensive but very informational because he wrote it. Attendance is not mandatory but attend as the readings are daunting.

He's a great professor, his lectures are posted on blackboard weekly so you technically don't have to go to class. His TAs grades everything and your grade depends on how hard the TA grades. His grades are based on three written exams, reviews are VERY similar to the test so if you do the review you should be fine.

Loved this professor so much. It's not often you get to hear an honest & uncensored perspective of history. Professor Buzzanco is incredibly knowledgeable and well-read. It was a great privilege to have him teach & it gave me greater appreciation for how far we've come in history. Put in the effort and you'll do well, it's so worth it!

Grades rely heavily on 3 in class bluebook, handwritten exams. Lectures are easy to follow just long at times. Go to class and follow the syllabus to make sure you understand the topics. Professor is very knowledgeable and enjoyable. He has reviews posted before each exam so DO THEM they basically give you the questions asked on the exam.

He is a very nice professor! I bought the textbook without knowing it wasn't necessary, but I recommend you get it because all the exam contact information is on it, so you wouldn't have to attend lectures. Overall 2 exams, 1 final they are all very easy and double! It's an easy A. He also gives students 10 extra credit opportunities.

Best lecturer hands down. Really knows his stuff and will expand upon it fully with you. He's super funny and engaging as well. You can tell he's passionate about his class and cares about the material. You can learn a lot if you just show up and listen.

It's incredible how he's able to lecture so clearly and in detail just off the top of his head. He is passionate about what he's lecturing about and makes the lesson flow like an interesting and engaging storytime. 2 exams, 1 final, All written essays in person, but not hard. The test review has the essay prompts. Take him.

I'll be honest, I slept through his class. However, the professor himself also understands that it doesn't matter because the entirety of the course can be done online through his textbook which is your best friend in this course. Lectures are simply supplementary. Test reviews are literally the test but with extra questions. Strongly recommended!

Lectures are interesting, he clearly is very educated in his field. However, you can absolutely do well without attending, by reading the textbook or watching crash course. Lots of extra credit is given, grades consist of 2 exams and a final. Test questions are FRQ and are given before the test so you can prepare. Very chill class!

He was passionate about the subject, but attendance wasn't required. TA's grade everything, only 3 test grades total, completely FRQ with 3 sections. Test Reviews are very in depth. He says to read the textbook constantly but I made it by relatively okay only reading for the review questions. Do the extra credit!

Except for the extra credit, there are only 2 Tests and the Final Exam, which are both open-ended. You do need to answer in detail and have the correct information, if not than a lot of points will be taken off. The review does help since most of it is used on the Test and Final Exam!

The class was only graded from 3 exams and any extra credit done. The class is easy due to the test review being straightforward on what you need to study. Buzzonco's lectures were unorganized and he mostly talked, however, if you take notes and pay attention to the overall theme you should be fine!

he's a pretty cool teacher. attendance isn't mandatory and he says to buy the textbooks but I promise you don't have to read them to achieve an A. However, he tends to give out the test reviews pretty late so be ready to cram if necessary.

I achieved an A in this course with only attending one lecture throughout the whole semester. Your grade is based off extra credit (they don't do much), and 3 exams. Prior to the exams which are handwritten, you will get an exam review with the questions. Do that and you will be on the road to success.

Professor Buzzanco's lectures are a little confusing because there are no guidelines so it's hard to follow. I recommend trying to take notes of what he is saying but most just came to listen. If you read the textbook, you don't need to go to class. He posts exam reviews that you can practice on. Everything on the tests is in the reviews.

Professor Buzzanco has done what every professor SHOULD be doing. I don't think I have ever seen such a consistent attendance for a class. He teaches as if he's simply telling you story. He surely holds a passion for this subject. -Very well-rounded lecture. -A very kind soul and overall amazing individual. 100% recommend.

TAs do the grading of the exams (grades depend on which one is grading yours). INCREDIBLY knowledgeable professor who gives great lectures but will commonly promote reading the textbook to pass the class. I destroyed this class by only reading the textbook a day or two before exams. Exam reviews are given 1 week before exams and are very useful.

3 tests, a ton of extra credits, the exam reviews ARE the exams. I will be honest I did not buy any of the textbooks and I did just fine.

Proffesor Buzzanco does an amazing job at teaching history. I am not that fond of this subject but he realy made me find a new appreciation for it. He touches on some of the material that will be on the exams but some may find it hard to follow since he does not use notes. If you dont want to got to class you can just read the text book.

This is a late review, but so far he's the best professor I've had at UH after attending for a year. Lectures were engaging and if you're good at writing essays, this class shouldn't be a problem. The grade was three essay-type exams all written in class.

Awesome professor, do the study guides and you're going to be absolutely fine.

Attendance wasn't mandatory and I haven't showed up since week one. Theres only 3 grades all semester and its the midterm tests. He gives out a test guide which is the exact same as the test. The TA's grade everything and the do grade kinda tough tbh.

He is very passionate. He shows lots of sources to make you understand better. He gives exam reviews that are exactly like the test. They are written tests. He gives a lot of extra credit but the 4 TAs take forever to grade. It's the end of the semester and the TA's have only graded 3/8 EC assignments. The syllabus isn't really specific though.

This professor and the TA's are great! Just expect to read a lot! The exam study guides they give for the exams is exactly what will be on the exams and also the final exam.

Great professor! Definitely has a passion for history! Only grades are tests but study guides are almost the exact same as the tests. Plenty of extra credit opportunities. Just study a little bit and you'll do great!

Super easy class, don't need to attend lectures at all. Exam reviews are provided (basically the exact as the exam) so I would spend the day before using the textbook to answer the questions and memorizing your answers. 2 exams and final were all the same super easy essay format. Exams are the only grades and theres some extra credit on canvas.

Honestly, I skipped half the classes, and occasionally read from the book and did fine. You are graded on 3 tests only, the reviews are the test, so do the review and you will not fail. Ta's were fun and helpful. Lectures are a lot of rambling, but interesting if you go, but you definitely don't have to.

He has his own book, i recommend you attend the lectures as best you can. Everything is in his book, but to catch up with his pace and with his test reviews, attend his lectures. He has everything online, the work isn't much if you pay attention.

Easy class, informative lectures, you don't really need to show up for the lectures as long as you keep up with the readings from his textbook and study the review before exams. The reviews are identical to the exams so as long as you do that, easy A

3 exams as only grades. test reviews were the test. never went to class

Grade is three tests, where you get to pick what parts you want to answer, with the final being worth 150%. Boring lectures, he wears cool fits, the TAs are easy graders (the lowest grade I got was a 90). If you study the day before an exam with the notes sent out, you'll be alright.