3.8

Stephen McIntyre

History - Missouri State University

3.8
Quality
3.2
Difficulty
65%
Would Retake
113
Reviews
3.8
Quality
3.2
Difficulty
3.7
Helpful
3.8
Clarity

65%

Would Retake

113

Reviews

Rating Distribution
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What Students Say

He is an awesome teacher and makes the class interesting

HST122 - 5.0 rating

Makes history very interesting, even though it is a subject I am typically very bored in

HST122 - 4.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

53%

Textbook Required

12%

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Based on 37 grades
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B- (7)
Grade Distribution
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Based on 47 reported grades
A: 12
Not sure yet: 8
B-: 7
B: 6
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Lecture heavy (21)
Graded by few things (17)
Test heavy (14)
LECTURE HEAVY (12)
Amazing lectures (7)
Caring (6)
Skip class? You won't pass. (5)
Participation matters (5)
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Reviews (113)
5.0
4.0
HST122
Jan 10, 2003

Very interesting teacher, but his tests were extremely hard.

5.0
4.0
HST390
Jan 24, 2003

Made Historiogrophy into an enjoyable topic that could be understood. Take him!

5.0
2.0
HST390
Jan 24, 2003

Made a boring subject interesting, really cares about students

5.0
4.0
HST537
Jun 4, 2003

Had him for MO Hist. Really enjoyed the class. He pushed us hard academically the course is tough but if you read the text and study your notes you will get an A. Very approachable

2.0
5.0
HST122
Nov 18, 2003

This class was an incredibly unpleasant experience and the tests were ridiculous. Unwilling to work with students when extenuating circumstances arose... Don't take him unless you want to pay the university for nap time.

2.0
5.0
HST121
Mar 8, 2004

His tests are impossible, and test grades are the only grade you get in the class. You don't get any points for coming to class, all he does is lecture the entire 50mins. Horrible experience with him, do not take.

5.0
2.0
HST122
Apr 15, 2004

Last 2 people are babies. His tests weren't hard at all if you listened to his lectures and studied the list of terms he gives out. I thought his lectures were interesting... I would recommend him.

5.0
3.0
HST122
May 4, 2004

Half of his tests are based on the reading, and he's not kidding when he says you won't pass if you don't read. He gives you a study sheet with all the stuff to study from the reading, and if you do that, you'll have no problem with the tests.

4.0
5.0
HST122
May 8, 2004

He was a good person and very interested but the test were hard. He tried to cover too much information on each test. Should have maybe had more test instead of trying to cover 4 chapter with only 40 questions.

5.0
4.0
HST
Oct 18, 2004

Great teacher. Lecture is interesting and he keeps you on track. Tests were not the easiest but not horrible. Do what he asks and you will pass. Read Read Read

5.0
3.0
HIS122
Nov 13, 2004

This is an interesting class and it's not difficult to get an A as long as you keep up with the reading and listen to the lectures.

5.0
2.0
HIS122
Nov 17, 2004

He is a good teacher. Is willing to help you get an A. Make sure you take good lecture notes and do the study guide. Its pretty easy.

4.0
4.0
HST122
Nov 17, 2004

His class was very hard, but sometimes interesting if you listened. You have to take alot of notes. And ALWAYS study hard.

5.0
3.0
HST122
Dec 12, 2004

This is a great teacher if you hate politics. Very interesting. Very knowledgable. Tests are easy if you study!!!! He gives a book study guide for the readings and the rest is over lecture. Funny guy too...take this class. Moderate difficulty.

3.0
4.0
HST122
Dec 13, 2004

This guy kept me interested throughout each class. He knows what he's talking about. His tests are kind of tuff, but passable. However, the worst part is that the tests are really jumbled together. I had to study for 3 tests on finals week.

5.0
3.0
HST122
Dec 15, 2004

He's one of the best teachers I've had at this school. Very liberal politics, but interesting. He has a great knowledge of labor history, and you will be fascinated. His lectures made me want to come to class.

4.0
3.0
HST122
Jan 12, 2005

this class is definitely an easy b. i didn't do much work. no attendance so just get the notes from someone else in class. he gives reading assignments but dont do them. before each test he hands out a study guide so just know all of the words on the guide. cool guy

5.0
3.0
HST122
Jan 17, 2005

Dr Mcintyre is a good teacher. His lectures make you want to come to class. Test are a breeze if you study the guide he gives you. Essay questions are comprehensive, so know the answers to those. This guy is funny to listen to and probably the smartest person I know.

3.0
3.0
HST122
Apr 18, 2005

Had a lisp so was hard to understand. jumped from topic to topic on discussion, but he was a decent teacher

5.0
2.0
HST122
Apr 18, 2005

He is a very good teacher. He makes class pretty interesting and his lectures are really fun. Tests are very easy if you listen in class and do the study guide. Tip-write down what he says-not what his outlines says.

2.0
3.0
HST122
May 4, 2005

seems alright. effective teacher. sometimes he makes it seem like he knows a lot about stuff he KNOWS NOTHING about. jumps around a lot in lecture. would not help me outside of class

5.0
1.0
HST122
May 12, 2005

He gives lectures from a very liberal point of view. I am a conservative and really liked hearing from his side. His class should be called history of labor and Civil Rights because that is what he emphasizes. Easy A, if you pay attention and read the weekly chapter assignments.

2.0
4.0
HISTORY
Nov 3, 2005

I didn't think this class was a breeze at all. His lectures are all over the place and his quizes seemed kind of tricky. We didn't recieve any study guides for any tests. Not a fun class. Maybe it's just me, but I find it struggling. (Nice guy, just not someone who I understood well)

5.0
3.0
HST122
Nov 10, 2005

Very very helpful...couldn't have asked for a better teacher!

3.0
3.0
HST122
Nov 12, 2005

He was an okay teacher. You have to do A LOT of reading. He gives a quiz after the end of each chapter of the book, so you have a quiz about once a week, but they aren't bad. Other than that you have two writing assignments and a mid-term and final. It's not that bad of a class. If you go to every class, you'll do fine.

5.0
3.0
HST122
Grade: C
Nov 14, 2005

I wasn't all that interested in the class cause i already failed it once, but he made me want to learn more. Kinda funny, more just honest. Helped me out when i came to him with a question during his ofice hours. He's a really great teacher honestly.

3.0
2.0
HST122
Dec 2, 2005

I loathe this class! Its very boring, and Dr. McIntyre just seemed to irritate me from day 1. I didn't find the class interesting or helpful, and can't say I've learned anything from it. The projects are easy, but the quizzes, midterm, and final are tricky.

4.0
3.0
HST122
Jan 8, 2006

He changed the format of his class for this sem.You read a chapt. from the book and take a hard 10 pt. quiz over it(lowest 3 dropped)=20% of your grade.You read The Jungle and Nickel & Dimed which ea. has a paper and quiz=20% of your grade on ea.Then a mid-term and final @ 20% ea.The class was hard and you have to study a lot for a B. Good luck!

5.0
3.0
HIST121
Jan 31, 2006

Here's the formula for an "A" with Stevo: Read everything he assigns. Take decent notes. Attend atlest 2 of 3 classes a week. Go to review session before each test.

5.0
3.0
HIST121
Jan 31, 2006

Here's the formula for an "A" with Stevo: Read everything he assigns. Take decent notes. Attend atlest 2 of 3 classes a week. Go to review session before each test.

5.0
2.0
HISTORY
Jan 31, 2006

I hate history but I didnt mind this class and i got an A! It sucks that you have to read every chapter in the book but it will really help you get a good grade in the class! This class really isnt that bad! Go to the reviews for the mid term and final and he will go over all the info you might have missed and you wont really have to study much

5.0
2.0
HST122
Feb 6, 2006

Real nice guy, very enthusiastic. Goes above & beyond the call with study sessions outside of the regular class for the midterm and final. Typical liberal slant on social issues, but it doesn't hurt if you disagree. Has 10 pt. m/c tests for each chapter--very easy to get an A if you read the text.

5.0
3.0
HST122
Apr 20, 2006

He may be the nicest guy ever! His quizes are out of the book and worth 10 points. Test questions are taken from the notes. Go to his test review sessions and you will do great. Take him!!

4.0
3.0
HST122
May 11, 2006

He isn't a bad teacher and he obviously likes what he teaches. If you are willing to read and put a little effort into it, it's not too hard. I got a C, but I didn't really try at all.

5.0
3.0
HIST390
Nov 4, 2006

He makes the class fun and brings up real life examples. He is also very helpful and is willing to talk and explain general university guestions. I recommend taking him for any class that he teaches.

5.0
2.0
HST122
Nov 4, 2006

There is lots of reading in this class, especially considering the fact that its a 100 level course. If you do the reading you will get a good grade though. Thats really all there is to it. Read and attend study sessions and you're good. i have a solid B and I miss class a lot...LOL

4.0
4.0
HST122
Dec 7, 2006

he's a very nice guy.tried to make the class interesting.he gives 10 point (10 question) quiz over every chapter. you can't pass them unless you Actually read the 40 page chapter.they pretty much blow. mid term and final are pretty easy bc they are over lecture and he gives a seperate 3 hour review.we read 2 books and write 1 essay comparing them.

5.0
2.0
AUTO329
Dec 9, 2006

Fun class and very interesting. We had to read two small books and watched a few videos. The tests weren't too bad if you read and paid attention to the lectures. The only paper was a 10-12 page paper but it wasn't as bad as it sounds.

5.0
2.0
HST122
Nov 11, 2007

Dr. McIntyre is great. He explains things very well and uses real-life examples to make it easier to understand. He knows what he's talking about. You have to read A LOT in order to pass the weekly quizzes. But he drops the lowest 2 quiz scores. Papers are easy, the GA grades them so i got an A on it. I highly recommend him!!

4.0
4.0
HST122
Nov 6, 2008

Dr. McIntyre is a great techer. He is EXTREMELY knowledgeable about history. Unfortunately, he is pretty biased as far as the working class and unions, etc... I am glad I took his class and I learned A LOT! Take him if you can.

4.0
3.0
HIST122
Dec 16, 2008

He is very nice and will help you in anyway he can. Make sure you study for all the quizzes because the are the majority of your entire grade. Tests are easy if you take good notes.

3.0
5.0
HST122
Mar 13, 2009

I am currently taking him this semester and he has GAs for the first time and decided to make all of our tests essay (because he doesnt have to grade them himself) The tests are fairly easy, except for the fact he wants entirely to much writing for a 50 min class. 3 ID questions that need to be at least 1/2 a page and a well developed essay that ne

3.0
4.0
HIST102
Mar 15, 2009

I'm pretty knowledgeable about history, and McIntyre teaches with such an incredible bias, some of it borders on untruthfulness. I got nothing out of the lecture sessions, and you have to repeat back exactly his opinions during the tests. However, his GA Annie is wonderful and more than a little adorable. I always want to give her a hug.

2.0
5.0
HIST122
Mar 15, 2009

only talked about unions and strikes throughout all of the class.

2.0
5.0
HST122
Apr 21, 2009

I'll be a senior in the Fall, and this is (outside of Dr. Denton's production class)the most annoying class I have ever had. He trys to be some life changing professor for all the poor freshman who ended up in his class, by telling them college is hard and essay tests happen... 1st and Only for me... we had 50 min. to write the recommended 4.5 page

2.0
4.0
HIST122
May 20, 2009

Focused almost entirely on labors and unions. Skipped over wars, etc. Tests were extremely long with no multiple choice and all essay. Nice enough guy but I don't think he knew even one person's name in the class. Were it not for the GA, Mark Dalton, I would not have made it through the class. Friday discussions with the GA were pretty sweet.

4.0
2.0
HST122
Jul 21, 2009

Really easy B. Really hard A. Test are all essay. Three short essays at a 1/2 page to a page and one long essay at 2-4 pages at length. Great teacher, very knowledgeable of his subject, and class was interesting when I attended. What frustrated me about this class though was grading was subjective AND not conducted by Dr. Mcintyre, but by the GA.

3.0
3.0
HST122
Nov 12, 2009

A somewhat easy class. HOWEVER: Do not take this class if you want an unbiased teacher with leftest views. Also we talked about unions the whole time, and only spent two days on both world wars.

3.0
3.0
HIST122
Nov 18, 2009

He was a good teacher but unfortunately biased. His tests were actually easier once he made them all essay. Fun Fact: McIntyre has a odd lisp and has bad sweaty pits.

3.0
3.0
HST122
Jan 2, 2010

Occasionally the class was difficult. Read the textbook, go to class, and study.

5.0
3.0
HST329
May 12, 2010

Dr. McIntyre is one of the best that I have had at MSU. He actually cares about his students. He does have very left views, but he is open about that and does not care about how people feel about it. Makes class interesting most of the time. This class requires two different papers and he grades really hard, but he is fair. Really enjoyed the class

5.0
4.0
HST390
Sep 19, 2010

He is extremely helpful and wants everyone to learn and be as passionate as he is. It is mandatory to go to class but I always looked forward to it. He listens to the class and if people are starting to fall behind or things aren't clear he is willing to work the class schedule to get everything accomplished. Overall great teacher!

2.0
2.0
HST730
Apr 25, 2011

Bias has no place in a classroom. He has not published in years yet is free with advice on writing and publishing. Regardless of what class you take, he will bury you in labor discussion. He has held up several grad student papers, yet he isn't actively publishing. He plays favorites and is unprofessional.

4.0
3.0
HST122
Jun 9, 2011

I loved this teacher!! He was very helpful if you went to see him during office hours. You HAVE to read to book,there once a week quizzes from the book. Half the test questions come from the quizzes, so you can at least get 50 percent on the test. There are 3 papers, but they aren't to hard. I really loved this class and learned a lot.

5.0
3.0
HST122
Mar 30, 2012

Overall a fantastic class. I had the honors section, which is small and 100% discussion and papers (and way harder). True, he's really into unions, but his understanding of the worker gives the class an amazing bottom-up perspective on US history. He'll help you see history differently--through the lens of the common man.

5.0
2.0
HST122
May 28, 2013

I had no interest in History but he made me look forward to class! He is an awesome teacher and makes the class interesting. He doesn't use the book anymore, three tests, and one paper (he made it optional). You have to learn five terms from every lecture but that makes it easy to take the test. Tests are pretty easy if you study and go to class!

4.0
4.0
HIST122
Nov 13, 2013

Mr. McIntyre's ideas and knowledge on the topics discussed in class really make you think about history in a different way. The tests are a bit tricky, but if you go to class, take notes and practice writing out all the possible essay questions, I think you can make at least an A or B. He offers to help and is a nice guy.

5.0
4.0
HST122
Nov 24, 2013

He is an incredible professor. I did notice his bias a bit, but I think the effect of it is overstated in the other reviews. You are aware of it, but not distracted by it. He makes you think about History in a way you've never thought before. Emphasizes arguments and the "grand scheme of things" instead of asking us to just memorize facts. Awesome.

2.0
4.0
HIS122
Feb 23, 2016

I really don't like this guy. He thinks every single person is a history major and so we have to know everything. It makes me angry when I am an art major, he literally says he wants it to be hard for us. It's extremely difficult and he knows it.

5.0
3.0
HST122
Grade: A
Apr 26, 2016

Mr. McIntyre knows how to make History extremely interesting and I found myself looking forward to class! I am a senior who was dreading taking History and put it off until my last semester and after having a lot of teachers I can honestly say he was one of the best! There was no mandatory reading or homework, just three tests and a paper!

4.0
3.0
HST122
Grade: A-
May 8, 2016

I dislike history, but he made it interesting. I liked that he made the class more about the big picture and the why's of history, not just memorization. However, the tests were rough. He didn't give a study guide for the multiple choice and is super picky about essay questions. Often expected us to include things that weren't discussed in class.

4.0
4.0
HST122
Grade: A
May 12, 2016

I'm normally really bored in history classes, but McIntyre made history seem so interesting. I loved the class, however, it was definitely a challenge. Every test has about 30 mc questions & 2-3 essay portions. The only other grades were a few bonus points & a paper. You have to be willing to put in the work, but it's worth it!!! Don't buy the book

4.0
2.0
HST122
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 11, 2016
Would take again

Makes history very interesting, even though it is a subject I am typically very bored in. Gives clear expectations for tests and, as long as you look over the lectures, yyou should have no trouble at least getting a B in this class.

Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
3.0
HST121
Grade: B+
Dec 1, 2016
Would take again

He was one of my favorite teachers I have had. He made history interesting and fun to learn. He really cares about his students and wants them to succeed. He was really good at answering my questions and clarifying anything.

Amazing lectures
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
3.0
HST122
Grade: B-
Dec 1, 2016
Would take again

The lectures are pretty boring, but if you take notes you will do good on the tests. Very nice and easy to approach. Make use of his office hours because he doesn't use blackboard, so you don't really know what your grade is. Only 4 test, no homework. Gives extra credit opportunities.

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
TEST HEAVY
LECTURE HEAVY
4.0
3.0
HST122
Dec 8, 2016
Would take again

I felt like he respected his students like he would want to be respected. Talks a lot, but KNOWS what he's talking about!

LECTURE HEAVY
Caring
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
5.0
3.0
HIS122
Grade: A
Jan 13, 2017
Would take again

"Dr. McIntyre is an idiot." That is the first note he has you write down, on the very first day. From that point on it was great, he knew his material and taught it with passion! Great teacher!

Skip class? You won't pass.
Amazing lectures
LECTURE HEAVY
4.0
4.0
HIS122
Grade: A-
Feb 8, 2017
Would take again

Dr. McIntyre is a great prof. The class is very lecture heavy, so take thorough notes. Overall, the tests are tough, but very fair. The book isn't necessary at all. Don't purchase it! By the time you begin work on the final paper, it will be a piece of cake. There are also some extra credit opportunities, so make use of them. He can go off subject.

Skip class? You won't pass.
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
3.0
HST122
Grade: A
Nov 11, 2017
Would take again

Dr. McIntyre is a great teacher! He's a little odd and will look students straight in the eye for an extended amount of time so if that makes you uncomfortable avoid the front row (he would talk right at me every class). He's passionate about what he teaches, and the tests and paper that we did were not too challenging. He makes you want to think.

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
LECTURE HEAVY
1.0
5.0
HIS122
Grade: C+
Mar 23, 2018
Wouldn't take again

I could not keep up in lecture. He jumps around and is very unclear making note taking very hard. I would not take this class!!!

Tough Grader
Get ready to read
LECTURE HEAVY
3.0
3.0
HST122
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 16, 2018
Would take again

He is an awesome person, sweet, & really tries to be funny. His class is all lecture based (jumps all over the place) so if you don't go to class and take good notes you will struggle. There isn't too much in the grade book, but he really tries to help you. He doesn't use blackboard!!! If you want to know your grade you'll have to meet with him.

Skip class? You won't pass.
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
3.0
HIST122
Apr 30, 2018
Would take again

I loved having McIntyre for HST 122. He's nice and funny and cares a lot about history! You have to go to class and take notes to do good in the class, but the lectures aren't bad at all. You have to study for the tests (they're multiple choice and TF) and there's one paper, but he prepares you for it. An A is doable if you study.

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Hilarious
LECTURE HEAVY
2.0
4.0
HIS122
May 6, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Professor McIntyre lectures from the start of class to when class gets out. His tests are difficult, and he knows they are. He also tries to trick you into picking the wrong answer. He does not care what grade you receive in his course.

TEST HEAVY
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
LECTURE HEAVY
1.0
5.0
HIS122
Grade: Not sure yet
May 17, 2018
Wouldn't take again

May be he tries to be a good professor but I think he never think about that will be a pretty large trouble for the international student. As it, I can not catch him at all in the class, even a sentence, he has no note and has a useless ppt. I do not know how to prepare the exam. I can not pass HST by him.

4.0
3.0
HST390
Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 4, 2018
Would take again

McIntyre really wants his 390 students to learn the material as it is an important class if you are majoring history. I liked the way he taught the class, mostly discussion based among himself and students. Definitely gives students the chance to be heard and respects what they say, trying to guide them in the right direction. Gives pop quizes.

Participation matters
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
Amazing lectures
5.0
1.0
HIST122
Grade: A
Nov 29, 2018
Would take again

As long as you show up and pay attention, you'll pass pretty easily. All his tests are true/false and multiple choice. If you contribute to discussion in class, he gives you extra credit.

Gives good feedback
EXTRA CREDIT
LECTURE HEAVY
4.0
3.0
HST122
Dec 3, 2018
Would take again

He kind of seems a little scatterbrained because he tends to jump from one thing to another, but he is passionate about history and he is a sweet person. His tests are mainly lecture based so there is really no need for the textbook. He does care about students being able to do well and not struggle in his class

Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
2.0
HIST122
Grade: A
Apr 21, 2019
Would take again

Dr. McIntyre is super funny and as long as you go to class you will definitely get an A on the test. He sends out the lecture slides ahead of time so you can make an outline in your notes(do this!) but you still need to show up because the slides dont have all the info. Your grade is made up of 3 tests and 20 extra credit points he gives. 10/10

Graded by few things
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
3.0
3.0
HST122
Grade: C+
Apr 25, 2019
Wouldn't take again

he goes on tangents about random stuff, so i have no idea what he's going to ask on the test. his handwriting is awful. dont take this class at 9am or you'll fall asleep.

Respected
Test heavy
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
HST122
Grade: B
May 1, 2019
Would take again

Dr. McIntyre is a fun teacher who holds your attention for the most part and just teaches a good class. Any future history classes I take I will try and get Dr. McIntyre.

Graded by few things
Hilarious
3.0
3.0
HST122
Grade: Not sure yet
May 7, 2019
Wouldn't take again

McIntyre is a good professor, I just suck at history so a lecture only class proved difficult for me. Offers an opportunity for 20 pts extra credit. Only grades are three tests based on lecture, not the book. He is very willing to help and offer feedback. He really is a great professor, again, I am just terrible at history.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Graded by few things
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
HST312
May 14, 2019
Would take again

I loved Dr. McIntyre. Every test has 20 multiple choice questions straight from his lecture outlines and then 1 essay, which is 60% of your grade. Not a real tough grader but he doesn't just give it to you. Participate in class discussions and read the readings for the quizzes. You will do fine

4.0
3.0
HST122
May 30, 2019
Would take again

Dr. McIntyre was a really good professor. 3 tests throughout the semester. Questions come straight from lecture. Very knowledgable about history and portrays the information well to his students.

Graded by few things
Test heavy
3.0
4.0
HST122
Grade: B+
Sep 17, 2019
Wouldn't take again

I would recommend taking another professor if you have a hard time listening to lectures because his exams are 100% lecture based and can be difficult. A gen ed should not be this difficult. Material was not horrible to study but the exams are very specific and detailed, especially the true false questions.

2.0
4.0
HIST121
Grade: B-
Jan 8, 2020
Wouldn't take again

If you're not a super strong test taker, DO NOT take this class with Dr. McIntyre! This class is way too difficult to be a gen ed! You only take 3 tests through the entire course and they're difficult. The final is ridiculous.

Graded by few things
Test heavy
Lecture heavy
4.0
3.0
HST122
Grade: A+
May 4, 2020
Would take again

A great choice for a history gen ed. Dr. McIntyre knows his stuff for sure and is great at teaching it. Grades are based on just a few tests, so study hard!

Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
HST122
Grade: A+
May 14, 2020
Would take again

McIntyre is the abosolute best HST 122 professor! There are only three tests and they are straight from his lectures so as long as you take notes in class you'll do great. Very understanding and caring about his students and wants you to get the best grade possible. Passionate about history! Definitely recommend!

Gives good feedback
Graded by few things
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5.0
2.0
HST122
Grade: A
Nov 13, 2020
Would take again

Dr. McIntyre formatted his online class so it wasn't any more work than an in-person class. Every week you had to read a chapter out of the textbook and take a short quiz. Dr. McIntyre was very clear with what the quizzes would focus on. The midterm and final were both essays that had very clear grading criteria and that you had 3 days to complete.

Accessible outside class
Clear grading criteria
3.0
4.0
HST122
Grade: B
Dec 14, 2020
Wouldn't take again

He is very passionate about the subject. I am just absolutely awful at History and it did not help that I took this as an 8 week class. I do not recommend that, he makes you read two super long chapters a week and take two quizzes. The midterm and final exam are both essays. If you are good at history and don't mind reading, you'll be ok.

Lots of homework
Accessible outside class
Get ready to read
4.0
2.0
HST329
Grade: A
Apr 21, 2021
Would take again

Dr. McIntyre is such a fun professor. You learn a lot in his class and he is always very passionate about history. He is also pretty funny. You have a few quizzes but they are easy. Textbook will be used for essay exams but I barely read it otherwise. Essay exams aren't very hard either. Overall, really enjoyed the class and loved the prof!

Gives good feedback
Amazing lectures
Lecture heavy
3.0
4.0
HST122
Grade: B-
Apr 25, 2021
Wouldn't take again

This class has not much work but is not an easy A in the slightest. One quiz per week and then a midterm/final essay. The quizzes are extremely difficult and are hard to pass. They're worded so extremely specifically, just overall very difficult and I struggled with them. It was made super hard for really no reason like he wanted you to do poorly.

Test heavy
2.0
3.0
HIST122
Grade: B-
May 4, 2021
Wouldn't take again

I took this class online for the spring semester. If you're not a history person make sure to read the book or you're screwed for the quizzes. Very few points in the class so getting good scores matters. Tough grader on essays and basically told me mine was really bad. I got a D on it which trashed my grade and then GPA.

Lecture heavy
Tough grader
2.0
3.0
HST122
Grade: B
May 9, 2021
Wouldn't take again

He really isn't that bad of a professor. Although, I don't like history and struggled. You have a quiz each week over a chapter in the book. Each question can be specifically found in the book, however, there is a time limit so I would skim through the chapter before taking it and did fine. The midterm and final were papers but he is a picky grader

Accessible outside class
Get ready to read
Graded by few things
5.0
3.0
HST528
Grade: A
Dec 14, 2021
Would take again

Dr. McIntyre is hilarious and very caring. He is a tough grader on essays, but it makes you a better writer.

3.0
5.0
HIST390
Grade: B-
Apr 18, 2022
Would take again

He's a great professor. But he takes class participation too far by making it a grade. You have to read a lot. Historiography is not something talked about, so do you're research. Be prepared before every class and read ahead of time or you'll fail. Pop quizzes are a wake up call. Don't let his kindness and funny exterior fool you.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Beware of pop quizzes
4.0
3.0
HIST122
Grade: C
Nov 13, 2023
Would take again

The book is free online, but trust me, you most likely won't use it. If you're a fan of online courses, this class is NOT for you. If you don't go to class, you miss valuable information that isn't in the lecture outline. Also, he goes into such depth that you won't find on Google when it comes time to fill out the study guide.

Lecture heavy
Graded by few things
Accessible outside class
4.0
4.0
HIST122
Grade: B-
Jan 13, 2024

this is a very lecture-heavy class. attendance is not mandatory but I would recommend going to most of them. the only grades are the tests. some test questions will ask what he thinks about it and what historians think about about, which you would know if u attended class. he is an okay teacher but is always willing to help when you need it. no hw

Tough grader
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
4.0
3.0
HIST122
Grade: A
Jan 17, 2024
Would take again

Lecture heavy, test heavy course. Fair grader, show up and put in the work and you'll do fine. There is a textbook, but it's free online.

Clear grading criteria
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
3.0
2.0
HST122
Grade: Not sure yet
Feb 28, 2024

I actually think Dr. McIntyre is a great guy, but he tends to get very sidetracked and loses focus on what the lecture is about. It was a difficult class because he took a while explaining events and taking notes was mandatory, and there were a lot. The material was actually amazing and I learned a lot, but still found the class difficult at times.

Lecture heavy
Graded by few things
3.0
4.0
HIS122
Grade: Rather not say
Apr 18, 2024

He is lighthearted, but gets sidetracked in lectures. It gets confusing as to what material is going to be on the tests/what to study for, though he has study guides, they are in open ended question format. Only has exams, no homework (and the textbook in free, but not needed) and makes deals w the students to help emphasize their best exam score.

Caring
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
2.0
4.0
HST122
Grade: Not sure yet
May 1, 2024

Dr. McIntyre is a pretty nice guy, but not a very good professor. He doesn't give assignments and our only grade is the exams, which are pretty difficult. His finals are so much more difficult and unecessary than other 100-level professors, especially for a gen. ed. class. He also doesn't post his lectures online, so you have to attend every class.

Lecture heavy
Test heavy
Graded by few things
4.0
3.0
HIST121
Grade: D+
May 8, 2024
Would take again

Good teacher he knows his stuff but the only grades you have in the grade book are tests there is no hw so its very lecture-heavy. You do get study guides and note outlines which helps!

Participation matters
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
5.0
4.0
HST390
Grade: A-
Nov 7, 2024
Would take again

Dr. McIntyre is a great prof. for HST390. The readings are the most important part of the course - each class is a discussion of the chapters, and you must participate each class to get points. His grading is a little tough but that reflects the difficulty of the course. He is very kind and understanding - just take the time to put in the work.

Get ready to read
Participation matters
Caring
4.0
3.0
HIST122
Grade: A
Nov 13, 2024
Would take again

3 tests through the whole semester (including the final), and one paper, no other assignments, study guides not graded. He is a little hard to understand sometimes because he mumbles, but he wouldn't mumble something that is important. Be ready to pay attention, come prepared for the tests. He is always willing to answer questions in office hours.

Lecture heavy
Graded by few things
4.0
3.0
HST122
Grade: B
Jan 24, 2025
Would take again

Professor McIntyre is passionate about history, but his class can be challenging. The quizzes are tough, but using unstuckstudy alongside the textbook helps a lot. Overall, it's a rewarding class if you put in the work.

3.0
3.0
HIS122
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 20, 2025
Would take again

Dr. McIntyre is a decent professor. His lectures are entertaining, but he doesn't post slides or recordings. He relies solely on exams, which can be frustrating. Study guides are adequate. I recommend reviewing previous students' quizlets and studying the book, as that helped me. He also made deals regarding grades.Just go to class/take good notes.

Amazing lectures
Lecture heavy
Graded by few things
4.0
4.0
HIS122
Apr 28, 2025
Would take again

Mcintyre is great, and his lectures are really engaging. However, his schedule is unorganized and the exams are difficult, and the only thing you're graded on. I do really enjoy this class, but I know I won't love my grade. Also, don't sit towards the back because he can kind of mumble sometimes.

Lecture heavy
Graded by few things
2.0
5.0
HST122
Grade: Rather not say
May 1, 2025

If you're signed up for this class, I would drop while you can. The entire class is graded on 3 exams which are incredibly difficult. You can study for weeks ahead of time, attend every lecture, and it still won't be enough. Lectures will make you want to fall asleep and are excessively long. Good luck.

Lecture heavy
Test heavy
Graded by few things
3.0
4.0
HIS122
Grade: B-
May 13, 2025

Tests make up your entire grade and they're almost never fully based on his lectures. He clearly loves what he teaches, but this leads to him over explaining one tiny detail instead of what is actually important.

Lecture heavy
Test heavy
Graded by few things
5.0
3.0
HIS122
Grade: A
May 18, 2025
Would take again

This professor is an amazing lecturer. You need to be prepared to take good notes as he will not post slides. If you know what is asked on the study guide you should do fine on the tests (which is important because that is your full grade). If you have questions he is more than willing to answer them during office hours (or other times).

Amazing lectures
Caring
Test heavy
2.0
4.0
HIST122
Grade: B
Sep 14, 2025

He was just weird. Would sit and stand on tables. Also, it's very hard to sit and listen to him lecture.

Participation matters
Lecture heavy
Graded by few things
4.0
3.0
HIS122
Grade: B
Oct 13, 2025
Would take again

While he is so fun and passionate about what he does, his lectures are very scarce so basically all the test info is what he verbally says, making absences disastrous. Tests are no-notes and theres not really a 'study guide' Great guy but not a class you can slack off on or feel super relaxed during due too all the studying you have to do.

Lecture heavy
Test heavy
Graded by few things
5.0
3.0
HIS122
Nov 3, 2025
Would take again

going to lectures is absolutely necessary to get information in this class, but it is so worth it. teacher cares a lot about the subject and is happy to answer questions about specific historical details. very kind and understanding guy.

Amazing lectures
Respected
Lecture heavy
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