David Howard-Pitney - De Anza College, Cupertino, CA

Professor: David Howard-Pitney

Department: History

College: De Anza College, Cupertino, CA

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: HIS17A
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

He has a very straight forward course which involves all lecture classes followed by 3 tests and one essay. He's a little strict but always fair and more than happy to talk to you if you need help as well as supportive and honest. Class is pretty easy as long as you take notes, pay attention, and use the study guide. All in all a good professor.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: 17C
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Professor Howard-Pitney conducts a fair online class. Everything is as discussed on the syllabus and all the assignments are laid out for you. The entire class requires you to read the text to finish the assignments. Each chapter is accompanied by a quiz and after 4 chapters, there's a test. He has a few video lectures which are entertaining.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: HIS17C
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Would have gotten an A if he didn't spontaneously change due dates (usually they're Wed/Sun), without letting us know ahead of time... causing my grade to drop significantly. I truly don't have the time to log on EVERY single day. Also, he makes you watch videos of him singing his own songs he wrote about historical events whilst playing a guitar.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: HIS17A
• Grade Received: B-
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: No
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

I took his online class and as long as you did the weekly hw you can get a B, but along with the Exams, there would be essay portions and even though the responses were historically correct, he would still mark you down if you didn't include things he said in his lecture. Plus a book report that I found out about towards the end of the quarter.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: HIST17C
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

He's a very good professor. You have to listen and take notes on what he says, not just what's written on the PowerPoints. Grades are based on three tests (mostly multiple choice and true/false, plus describing terms) and a paper written on your choice of two shortish biographies. Be prepared to respect his rules, he does sometimes get annoyed.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: HIST17AONLINE
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

I was a bit skeptical when I decided to take history online, but I eventually got the gist of it. He does tend to reply a bit late to emails so try to get to him asap if you have a question. The course is filled with quizzes that are fairly easy BUT you HAVE to read the material. About 4 discussion boards, 3 exams, 1 essay Just make sure to keep up

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: HIS17C
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

1 essay but you can choose between 2 books, 2 exams, 1 final. If you can I would really recommend you take the ADJUNCT tutoring, it helped me a LOT on the exams. He sang a couple songs that were related to the topics, decent voice. You don't absolutely NEED the textbook but it can be helpful. Don't use phones in class. You can bring your laptop

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: HIST17C
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

He is an alright teacher. Most of the class is lectures. Graded on 2 tests, 1 final, and 1 essay.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: HIST17C
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: No
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Took this class for G.E units and also because of the good reviews on him. DON'T take this class. He's so boring, especially his lectures. He has major anger issues as well. His powerpoints barely teach you anything, you have to read the textbook yourself. He's too old school. 3 exams and one essay. That's the only easy part about him.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: HIS17A
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

He is a old person but he is easier than other history prof. I realized this after getting done with the class lol. 2 midterms, 1 essay paper, 1 final. Final is 20 mcqs, 15 true or false and 10 definition terms. It cannot get easier. Pay attention on your essays though. And discuss your midterms with him as he makes mistakes, and you can get points

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: 17A
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Howard-Pitney's online class is great. Well laid out; you always know what's due and when. There are practice quizzes to help study for the tests. 3 multiple choice/essay exams, 10 or so quizzes, a few canned lectures, some discussion posts, and a 1200-word paper. Stay on top of things and you've got an easy B, or work a little harder and get an A

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: 17A
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

He's old school. A lecture based professor. Doing well requires reading the text,books, and attending class. He's flexible with students on deadlines if he sees you deserve it. Participation and attendance matters too. Tests on his lecture and books. Fair grader. B's are easy , A's require effort. Non-native english speakers beware of readings.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: 17B
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: No
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Screwed up the online class set-ups, but still expects us to turn everything on time. Trash talk in emails when I asked him questions.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: HIST17B
• Grade Received: C+
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: No
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Fought falling asleep at all his lectures. Talks about each power point slide for thirty minutes. One paper and a few tests to base the class on. He requires you know lots of information for the tests. History can be an interesting class with the right teacher, but not with this class. Very non-engaging.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: HIS17C
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

He's a real expert on Civil Rights leaders

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: HIS17C
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Excellent instructor

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: HIST17A
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

I'd definitely take him again!

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: HIS17C
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

I really liked him, a very decent guy

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: HIS17A
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Interesting lectures

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: HIS17A
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Nice guy, good instructor