My favorite history teacher ever. I did not really like history before this professor. I like that this professor is not afraid to speak his opinion. If you do the work, you will pass. Weekly quizes are only 5 questions; and you read a chapter and summerize it.

Great professor! Of course you have to keep up with the assigned reading! Isnt that pretty much how it is in all classes? The outlines are simple once you get the hang of it, and he cuts people a lot of slack... He drops the worst 4 scores on your outlines and on your quizzes!

sean smith was an awesome history teacher!I never thought i would want to take a history class, and after his class i want to take another one, or so. this teacher encourages individual/critical thinking. You have to keep up with the work or you will be lost.

Wow. Hey all you critical thinkers. This class is for you. Shawn goes beyond the textbook History class and gives you something to relate to and think about. Take good notes, go to every class, and do your reading summaries--you'll be fine. This isn't high school anymore, boys and girls. He's a cool guy/loves what he does.

He is the best teacher I've ever had! Although quite difficult but its definitely worth it!

He is the most amazing teacher! I learned more from him than any other teacher. He is very insightful and extremely smart. I've never had a teacher that was so smart and willing to speak his mind. His tests are hard, but take his class becasue you will learn so much about history, yourself and the world you live in. Dont miss out on the class

A little crazy but, if you want to learn about reality take this class. Shawn is sick, if you don't want to learn or can't seem to try in school don't take this class. He talks fast though so pay attention, constant note taking is necessary. Really listen to what he says though he is truly a reliable source of information.

Easily the best Prof I have ever had. His honesty and candor make him a pleasure to be around. He truly cares for each and every one of his students. TAKE HIS CLASS!

Sean is a great professor. This is the first time I have ever enjoyed history and he did a great job correlating the past with the present. Bottom line is this class is great if you actually want to learn something, show up and due the assignments and you will find yourself enjoying it. Yes, he is slightly cynical...but was a great teacher!

This guy made me want to go to class, where usually i skip out and twist a blunt. his style of teaching and the way he gets into things makes you want to learn more about history. i highly recommend taking any of his classes.granted he goes on rants but they are always interesting and entertaining,& hes been in punk bands since the 80s. down for it

Great teacher for both life and class... Grab coffee with him before u judge!

I took him twice in the same semester! he was a great teacher if you don't understand something ask... if u think he is 2 hard try more. people who fail or have a hard time in his class only have themselves to blame. he gives u everything u need to pass. Read the neg responses and throw them out the window. 3 Tests in 1 semester and thats ur grade

He's a good teacher with a good sense of humor. He often strays off subject, but always seems to eventually tie it back together with his original point.

Shawn is amazing.. the way he teaches, just so out there. all the knowledge he has and what he has been through. total intellectual with lots of years under his belt; knows his stuff. great personality and has some humor with him. makes u think on a totally diff level. ingnore everyone whos bashing on him on other comments. ull love him.

Shawn is AMAZING. I am surprised by the negative comments on here. I suppose this class is hard for some people to swallow. He corresponds history to today. He is incredibly smart and HONEST. If you want a class that makes you think and expands your horizons, this is the one. Be sure to do the assignments! Best history teacher EVER.

Shawn is funny, intelligent, experienced, and a cool guy once you know him better. I like him, except for the fact that I completely disagree with his ENTIRE political ideology and anti-"power dynamic" philosophy, no disrespect. 2 exams and video sumary guides are your grade. He loves his job, a truly brilliant mind, one of the best at butte.

legend. this man truely understands the world and the interconnectedness between all systems that enable us to exist how we do. strong vocab. if you listen, he will give you the tools for success. you just have to apply them. I have much respect for him due to his choice to share his understanding with mis guided perspectives.

A very good teacher, one of the best at the college. Sadly, he doesn't clearly give what he wants on his exams. This leads you to frantically going through all your class and book notes, not actually knowing what you need to study. I guess if you've a knack for good memory you can get by with an average grade; if that's no concern, take him!

Smith is a very good teacher that cares about his students. I am an A student but I wasn't able to fully grasp what he was talking about most of the time. It is not that he is hard to hear or the subject matter isn't relevant; instead, the subject matter is very deep and complex. His classes are designed to further ones education not transcript...

Really nice guy and easy to talk to and get along with, but I wouldn't recommend him as a teacher because he talks so darn fast and half the time you don't know what he's talking about.

The most interesting professor I've ever had! The first day of class, I considered dropping the course because I found it difficult to understand him, but I am so glad I didn't! Not only am I learning different things in his class, I also enjoy going. He really knows his stuff. To sum it up- passionate, intelligent, and funny!

Shawn is truly an intelligent man that brought insight into many aspects of life and history. If you do not have a big vocabulary, don't take him because you will not understand. There was no homework. Only 2 test and a final term paper. That can be good or bad depending on the student. He is not afraid to express his opinions so don't be offended.

Great!

Pretty scattered, not bad for just having a baby though. Couldn't really tell what was homework and what was EC. Extreme bias, but he warns you when somethings an opinion or "assessment" (fact). Although many facts are often left out. Very eye-opening though. You cannont enter this class if you have a closed mind. Recomended.

Great teacher. Especially for just having a baby.

Great teacher.

Awesome teacher, definatly plan on taking him again. Hes very intelligent and will help you if you ask for it. & hes not big on homework or the textbook.

I took all three of his classes and learned all I needed to in the first. He teaches the same terms and has the same stories in all. Not saying they were bad, I was completely inspired and enlightened by his point of view and educated understanding of his subject. Limited work but the work you do COUNTS. Get your eyes open to the truth.

Shawn is a pretty good professor. The class definitely requires commitment from the student to receive assignment clarity, but he is always willing to break everything down in class so everyone knows the deal. He can sometimes go off on tangents that don't relate, but is quick to check himself and get back on topic. Pretty good class!

Shawn is funny, energetic, puts things into perspectives you might never have considered before, and offers a lot of fun and easy extra credit assignments. He teaches you how to find things easily in any textbook, and goes over anything you might have trouble with until you understand. AWESOME teacher.

Shawn is a brilliant teacher. Other posts may have been negative but I disagree. Grow up kids this is college.Show up to class, participate, do the assignments and youll do fine. I didnt do every assignment and did not get a perfect score on tests and still pulled an A. If your not will to do a reasonable amount of work for your grade, this not 4 u

SUCH A GREAT CLASS. If there are negative comments it is because they can't think critically. This class pushes you to think, and to actually learn. And yeah, you have to do your work but he's flexible with make up work if you talk to him. Sometimes my brain hurts (in a good way) when I leave this class.

Great professor. Talks too much about his personal life though. Would rather be taught during that time learning.

This was the most interesting history class I have taken. Prof. Smith is passionate about the subject and gives very interesting lectures. Be ready to take lots of notes, read the assign chapters and do reading explications, and write a paper after each documentary.

Shawn's hella cool. I you are a history major, take one of his classes and let your mind expand. If you just want too float along and have lackluster commitment to part of your course load, this class is not for you. I've taken three of his classes and I realize that as long as you show up and contribute to his Socratic discussion, youll do great..

Shawn is rad. Take a course with him if you care about your education. Truly, Mr. Smith is one of my favorite professors. I especially look forward to coming to his classes. Some may complain about his assignments, but they're straightforward if you're at least moderately literate. Be prepared to work, but know that its worth it to learn from him.

Shawn had amazing lectures, it was fun to listen to him especially when he was chill. I loved having his class but I did have a hard time keeping up with assignments. He was pretty easy going about allowing us to turn work in late as long as it was solid. I was fighting with time vs perfection on my papers. Grading was unclear but I still loved him

Shawn was an awesome Professor. He teaches you skills that will carry you through the rest of your college career. I often I regretted not making a vocabulary list with defined words that I would forget during lectures. Learn how to access the the unknown, and write your own questions for Chapter Readings and honestly you will kill it!

Let me say this is not an easy A class. If you want to float by pick someone else. I really enjoyed the class eve while hating history. He goes in depth and if you do not understand he is very willing to talk after class and explain until you can comprehend the context of the lecture. If you need extra time withassignments heunderstandslifehappens.

The best teacher I've ever had in my life. Encourages critical thinking and awareness. As long as you show up for class there is no reason why you shouldn't pass! As long as you keep open communication if you're struggling then he will work with you. One of the most thought provoking people I've ever met. Could lead a revolution!

Really enjoyed US History with Professor Smith! You have to do the work of course to pass and the readings for the reading quizzes. His lectures will never be boring if you listen and take notes! He's very philosophical. I highly recommend getting permission to record his dialogue for study later on for exams. Would definitely take this class again

I will say Shawn is very polarizing, you love him or you don't. I will say this is easily one of the best classes I have ever taken. The classes Shawn teachers help you think critically and synthesize your own assessments. His assignments are designed around that rather than curriculum. He will continually talk about key points.

Smith is easily one of the best professors at Butte College. However, if you just want an easy class that won't teach you anything, he is not your teacher. If you want to be challenged, inspired and are a responsible student, then this professor is right for you!

During Covid. Shawn started the year doing zoom lectures then transitioned to just uploading his own lecture notes for us to read, and then to not really lectuing at all... I thought overall he was pretty cool and i would take him again. He really does have a passion for history, even if he gets sidetracked. Definitely better than some techers.