A very good teacher, cares a lot about what he teaches. Class is very easy just don't miss any classes as tests are based on lecture. One of the best teachers at saddleback.

He is supereasy. Read the book though. He lets you use your notes on all the exams and your book on the final. Plus he drops one of your test scores at the end. As an added bonus: No homework besides reading!

Great teacher! Take really good notes in class. Never get up and walk out of his class, HE WILL REMEMBER YOU! Very easy to get an A

Dude, open notes open book tests? come on how cant you get an A, totally passioante guy really learn alot, more of a liberal aspect of teaching but A good teacher

Easy class, take good notes because you use them on the finals. Two extra credit assignments, getty museum and read spartacus.

I took him in all three area's and he is the best history teacher at Saddleback. You can not fall asleep in his lectures. People "Wake Up!" and learn something new because he is it. I wish he would teach politcal science. Republicans beware!

The easiest History teacher at Saddleback

can anyone tell me if this teacher will let out early? im thinking about taking his 3 hour class...does he go the full 3 hours or will he let out waaay early like 45 minutes or so

The BEST history teacher you will take at saddleback...hands down...

Great Professor. He does want his students to do well and and to learn something. He's is very laid back and not anal. He is interesting and he has open note tests. I recommend him--one of best professors at Saddleback.

Great professor and offers a different perspective on history. He gives very passionate lectures and is very knowledgeable. Open note and book tests. Definitely recommend for easiness and the fact that you might learn some new things.

Very knowledgable and has a lot of class discussion. Although he has very advanced vocabulary and I was having a hard time keeping up with him and his lectures since he wasn't going to be there one day during the 2 day schedule. I dont know he may of gone a little fast but I dont think it is his fault he has to cover 2 days worth of lecture in 1.

Great teacher! Easy A if you go to class and read. Open notes, open book tests. I highly recommend him. He's very passionate about history and wants you to learn; also give extra credit.

Great professor. Just go to class (every class) and you'll get a "B" for sure. The paper at the end may screw you up just a bit if you're not ready for it. The key is to not miss a single class. The lectures are so enjoyable that you almost don't want to go to class. He is really amazing. So much information. Open book open note tests. The best!

Mr. Menzing was an awesome teacher and he made the class very enjoyable!

He's fabulous. Great lecturer, he made a subject I thought I'd learned to death interesting again. His focus is on concepts and looking at multiple perspectives, rather than tons of facts. He's very approachable and his open-note tests are fair. I would definitely recommend him!

He is an awesome teacher. This is my second semester with him and it is so much fun in his class. He has open book and open note tests. I know I didn't believe it at first either. His lectures are a lot of fun. Take his classes, you'll love them.

Great teacher and interesting class. He mostly lectures but there are some movies. Open book and note test, though they're a little challenging. Read the book and highlight dates and names - it will help on tests.

This man is a trip. He is very animated and makes his lectures interesting. Open book, open notes but the tests are a bit of a challenge so just do the reading or at least take good notes and you will ace it for sure. Also one small book report but it's no big deal. Attendance counts

Great prof. Easy tests (if you study!). Also, can learn a lot if you just pay attention

Very animated, very interesting. I disliked history until his class. He gives wonderful lectures, and I look forward to HIST 5. Hands out packets every class which contain general information to take notes on, very helpful and convenient. Reading is expected. Open book tests, easy grade if you pay attention to lectures and do your reading.

Very good teacher. Very animated. Hands out packets with info that are on the test. Open note and open book test. If you show up to class and pay attention you will get a B if you study you will get an A.

Loved this class. Not an easy class but open book/ open note tests! Menzing loves history... CAN YOU DIG IT?!!

Awesome teacher!! so passionate about history and really makes it interesting! He is very animated and keeps your attention when he speaks. If you follow his study guide for tests you should be fine! Will take him for hist 22

This is a great teacher, who ever complains does so because they don't want to hear the truth. Exams were open book, open note. I learned a lot from this teacher, very thought provoking. I know those who don't like him as a teacher, either refuse to take personal responsibility or are so stuck in their fundementalists viewpoints.

Todd is the BEST history teacher ever! Very passionate, animated, and downright honest about the subject. Todd teaches the cold-hard truth on history, the way it should be taught. It's a breath of fresh air! Tests are all OPEN book, OPEN note. You just need to take notes in lecture, he goes quite fast. Easy A or B.

amazing teacher!!!! very passionate. he says "can you dig it?!" a lot. its funny at first, but you get used to it. ;)

A cool cat who speaks very well. Lectures like he's telling exciting stories that keeps you interested. Leniant on grades: 3 tests open note/book (not easy), 1 paper, + attendance. Kind of socialist w/ views but students think for themselves. He just puts it out there very well. Can you dig it?!!!

He was probably one of the best professors i've had at Saddleback, I recommend everyone to him. He not only used genuine energy in his lectures, they made you want to come back to the next class. Everything he said has stuck with me, and that is a rarity. His exams are open note/open book .. take GOOD notes, you won't regret taking this class.

OMG. BEST PROFESSOR IVE EVER ENCOUNTERED. Im a high school student and this was awesome. Always looked forward to his lectures, I TOTALLY recommend him.

What a great teacher! He's very passionate about history and you can tell in his voice during his lectures. He provides a very different perspective on history that's interesting yet questionable. Most will think he's crazy initially but they will soon discover that he's a cool "cat". I hope "you can dig it" if you know what I mean...lol

Awesome teacher who is passionate to teach history & sometimes fills you in with stuff thats not in the textbook. He has a lot of energy to keep you awake in class & interesting topics to talk about. Open book tests, but still need to read & follow lectures & take good notes. He wants to help, but students need to also follow along to pass.

Menzing is a powerful lecturer. His passion and energy is unique and mesmerizing at times. Beyond the open note/book tests, he gives outlines for the lectures. He teaches real American history, which to the dismay of many patriotic young kids is really not anything to be proud of. Capitalism comes at a horrible price. Enlightening class overall

Good class. I recommend this teacher

Menzing is a great professor! His passion shines through his teaching like a bright star. It's incredible how little I knew before I took this class & how much I have learned. There is 1 paper & 3 open book/note tests (online) they are NOT easy even though he does give good study guides. Take good notes & come to class & you should be fine.

Best teacher i have ever had by far.He is the one of the few who love what they do and is passionate abot what he is teaching

I have had this dude both for a regular classroom class and online. This is by far the best gen ed class I have ever taken. Smart guy, talks fast but good stuff

It's fun to go to his classes. He tells the truth about history and what really happened. He is more a liberal and very opinionated. You might not agree with him, but he still makes you think and encourages you to do something about todays issues. He is very passionate and emotional about history.

menzing is a great professor that will keep you interested and on the edge of your seat. He teaches REAL history and has socialist ideals. He is very concerned with the working man in America and sticking it to the man. There are 3 exams and a paper. Take this class if you want to learn. "Can you dig it?"

If you are conservative he will seem a little exteme to you you, but not so much that you will storm out of the class. His tests are all open book. Just one paper on a some stupid historical novel, but you get to chose what topic. All-in-all, not a bad teacher.

i took his class 8 weeks (not online). he was nice, i thought it was kind of hard... but not impossible. the text book had long long chapters but skim and then go over the review at the end of each chapter. he gives you hand outs to fill in for the notes, you have to kind of be able to write quick. very passionate teacher. oh, only 1 essay (easy b)

This is by far the best history class I have ever taken. Dr. Menzing is truly inspirational. He challenges students to think independently. I am transferring as a history major thanks to him! Menzing rules!

I am definitely conservative in my political thinking (of those "Orange County" people), and Menzing is very liberal (socialist?). I must admit, however, that he is one of the best teachers I've ever had. He encourages people, as citizens, to THINK for themselves (truly rare!). If you can "dig it" --- take this dude.

Professor Menzing is very helpful and gets back to you quickly. His class is not easy, but you learn a lot. I'm in his online class and, although there is a lot of work, it's not impossible. If you're lazy then don't take his class. If you want to learn and work hard then you should take it.

I took his class online. Endless discussion board posts which makes the class dreadful. Quizzes and tests were pretty difficult unless you really find the right resources.

He is a great teacher. I have taken him online and in lecture and it is so worth taking his lecture classes. He is really smart and tells you about all the secrets the textbook leaves out. He is also really helpful and wants to help his students. His online classes have a lot of work, but his lecture classes are easy, 3 easy exams and one essay.

Great online class. Not a lot of reading though there are weekly discussions. Do the work and take your A -- I did!

If you are a weasel and a snivler you should definitely avoid this dude's courses. But if you like history and you want to learn something you should take all of his stuff. Great teacher, great class

I thought the guy's class was great. Instructions were clear and discussions were thoughtful. Exams were straight forward (right out of the book really). Maybe it just comes easy to me but I can't see how anyone could do poorly in this class. I recommend with four and a half smiles out of five.

Yeah, class was hard but so what? Got a lot out of it. I would recommend this course to anyone. The readings were good too!

Great class

This is a good class. There are weekly discussions and the exams are pretty easy. Good for an online course

I don't agree that the professor is biased. His comments were fair and balanced. The discussions were interesting and the exams were fairly easy. The essay project was interesting. I recommend this course!

Simply terrific

Online classes are usually a bore and a lot of work but not this one. I thought the course was well organized and the professor was helpful and clear. I liked the discussions and readings a lot. I recommend this class!

Online course was a wonderful experience. Reading and discussions were clear and exams were super easy. Just have to read the book and stay up on the discussions. A definite recommendation!

Clear and straightforward. If you can read, you can pass this course.

I can't speak or anyone else but I thought this was one of the best online classes I ever took. All you have to do is stay on top of it and it all falls into place. I highly recommend

He is a hard grader. We have discussion every week and its pretty easy to do if you like history. I believed that my discussions are not perfect 100% but I at least deserve a low 90. But he gave me a low 80. Very difficult teacher to please.

Great class. Easy exams and interesting discussions

Overall a good class - I recommend

This professor is very helpful. Exams are based mostly on the textbook. Some films to review that takes some time but is good class

This is one of the more difficult online courses I have taken only because there are many discussion boards and a few different sources (books and films). But overall I really have enjoyed this class. The instructor is clear and exams are fair and based on the readings. It's ok for people who don't like history much

I cannot understand why people complain about this class. It is very easy if you just read the books and follow instructions. Once I got the hang of it my discussion scores shot right up. The exams are based right on the readings and the professor practically gives away the answers in study guides. Takes effort but worth it

Not bad for online class. Boring videos but exams are fairly easy. Would like more time though

I took the 8 week course so I cannot say that his class was easy. But I CAN say that he makes it very clear what is expected of you. If you keep up with the schedule and do the required work you will pass the class. Never tried to call him but he was very prompt responding to my emails. Good professor

Good class

This professor is clear and fair. He worked with me through some problems I had. His tests are a kinda hard but they do have study gides based on the book. Good class!

The instructor got back to me right away. He was always helpful and went out of his way to help me out. It was a hard class but only because it was short term with lots of readings. Discussions were good

Hard class. 10 Discussion Boards, 4 quizzes and 1 essay. Need to post about 6-7 times to get an A on DB's. Post your answer by Fri night + 5-6 responses by Sun should be fine. Keep up with the reading. Also don't neglect the other sources, video clips, etc. Don't procrastinate on the essay. Study alot for quizzes. Hard class but you will learn well

He grades really hard. Nothing seems good enough. But, with determination, you can pass.

Best online class yet. The test questions are written by Nash (UCLA) who is the author of the textbook. Seriously so easy. One of the test questions actually had Madonna as one of the choices. The course perspective is mindblowing. PPL scored low, but the posts read like a 3rd grade chalk board -- I mean really embarassing -- even for Saddleback

This professor will always answer your emails and is helpful. There is lots of reading and videos to watch weekly (online class)I always get A's on the discussion boards, but the tests are very hard. I study from the study guides and still did not pass one test. The questions and answers are reworded from the text, so its hard to find. Good class.

Great professor, he is very smart and just expects the basics from his students. I've taken him online and in lecture. His exams are not difficult it is word for word the readings. People just need to do the assignments and they would be fine. Wait until you transfer and you read a book a week :-P Menzing is very fair.

Hard work and hard tests. But if you do your work you'll pass.

Summer Online US History 22. Tuff class, but fair and good teacher. I would say I spent on average 2:30-3:30 hours a day studying.(keep in mind it was an 8 week class) Come exam time (every 2 weeks) I was able to score 89%-94% when the class average was 50-69%. STUDY HARD AND USE HIS STUDY GUIDES YOU WILL GET AN A! If your lazy you will fail.

Such a good teacher. Extremely helpful and passionate about his job. He is really understanding and very knowledgeable.

Internet course. Tough but very fair. If you do the work you get a decent grade. If you slack you fail. Participation on the board is crucial. Use the study guides to get good exam grades. Interesting class.

This class was a an eye opener. Truly, one of the best classes I have ever taken online.

Interesting online class but biased professor. The textbook is good. Prof. Menzing is not really open for discussions. He also seems to concentrate on dark, rather weird, negative facts. Not a pleasant experience his class. A depressing class. I was glad when it was over.

Yeah, the instructor was "biased" -- so what? People only charge "bias" when they disagree with a particular point of view. I thought the instructor was open to all viewpoints and encouraged thoughtful discussions. I loved loved loved this class! Was sorry when it ended.

Professor is involved and clear with instructions. Course is easy if student bother to read and participate. One of the best classes I have taken online.

Online course was excellent. Clear and interesting. I highly recommend this course

Great class. Easy if you do the reading and discussions.

This was an online class. It was very informative and a big eye opener. I received a "B" in the class. Tried very hard for an "A" but he said those are not given out lightly. Overall it was not a class that I worried about throughout the semester. Just do your work and you'll pass.

This teacher was great. I had a hard time with history classes and Menzing made history make sense. If you read the book and watch all the videos you will pass the class. I would highly recommend this teacher to other students.

Excellent. Should have received an A but did not turn in my essay on time.

1 assignment a week so put some effort into it and you will get a good grade. Every 3 weeks an exam with multiple attempts to get a better grade. He tells you what he expects so if you post discussion questions by Wednesday will get full credit . If you do what is asked will get a good grade.

Mr. Menzing is an awesome teacher. Show up to class and take your own notes because he is all over the place with his lectures. Although he explains everything clearly don't expect the answers to the test to be given to you. Lets you use notes and textbook for tests. He's passionate about what he teaches. He's the real deal.

Professor is a great history professor. You will learn a lot. Be prepared to study and read a lot.

Numerous sources, two to three chapters in three text books to read each week plus videos, usually half hour to hour. I took the 8 week course and it was not easy - lots to cover (1492-1876) in short time period. Some qs in the exams (4 total, plus the final) seem subjective, but you have 3 attempts. DB posts interesting and super rewarding too!

This is an online, 8 wk course I am taking with prof Menzing. Obviously going to be a lot of hw given that it is an 8wk course. There are resources like videos and the text to help you complete hw. He is definitely detail oriented. If you do not do your hw you will not pass. Overall, it's tough to keep up with with other classes but you can do it!

Passionate about the history and knowledgeable.

8 week online class. Tests are every two weeks, you get 3 tries and get graded on the average score. One discussion board every week. About 300 words or so, with 4 other short responses. Its hard work because its an 8 week course, but if you read the material it is all there. Plus u get several tries on the tests.