Edmund Bloedow - University of Ottawa, Ottawa, ON

Professor: Edmund Bloedow

Department: History

College: University of Ottawa, Ottawa, ON

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: CLA2102
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

amazing teacher, remember you're dates though if you plan on getting good grades. and he doesn't really write anything down except names, so you have to listen to him all the time

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: CLA2101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

The most professional leacturer with a strong understanding of the subject matter. He transforms Greek history into an enjoyable journey through the past. I would highly reccomend attending Bloedow's course if you enjoy listening to an intelligent, well versed subject matter expert. The course maybe slow for some as the prof reads from the text

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: CLA2101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Bloedow is extremely knowledgable & enthusiastic. His courses may not be for everyone he is a very intelligent man that expects his students to be equally interested and attentive. I found the questions on the exam reasonable, its expected that you study and attend class to pass to do well, what else would expect if u didnt

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: CLA2102
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Bloedow is fascinating! He is older and some find he rambles but I found him to be thoroughly entertaining. He knows his stuff! If you like Greek History or Classical Studies in general you can learn a lot from this man. He has an incredibly fascinating past and he has produced some excellent papers concerning all things Greek. I highly recommend.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: CLA2102
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

i loved ancient greek history and was very excited for this course however, somehow he managed to make this a very boring class. he drones on and on with stories that aren't really in chronological order and very little info needed is in the textbook.not a prof who attempts to make the class interesting and never uses powerpoints.avoid at all costs

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: CLA2101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He knows what he is talking about, he is clearly extremely knowledgeable and passion about Greek history. However, he marks quite difficultly and his lectures are very hard to follow. Very old school, overhead (mostly maps) and just talks while you have to follow to take note. In order to pass you HAVE to go to class. Helpful if you ask questions.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: GREEKA
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

You will not meet a professor who knows more about Greece. That being said, he doesn't speak very loud (and doesn't use a mic) so sit as close as possible. On the midterm and exam, the terms he asked about were so obscure. I found a google book of herodotus (which is what he reads out of) and that's probably the reason I passed.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: CLA2101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He is very knowledgeable & knows how to tell you in a way youd understand. The textbook isn't really necessary, but if you skip class you can catch up easily using it. The tests arent that hard, but you have to study! They are always short/long answer & you MUST know dates. He's like a grandpa, you go to class to hear his stories from the past.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: CLA2102
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Thoroughly enjoyed his class, although I wish I didn't buy the textbook - he lectured from Thucydides' History of the Peloponnesian War. Highly recommend buying a copy of Thucydides for this course, if you want your A.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: HIST101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Absolutly loved him! He's the best teacher ever, so nice and very smart. Also his teachings of Troy were very precise. Really sweet old man!

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: CLA2102
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

This prof is very knowledgeable about his subject. His marking is brutal however. The final exam is far too long to finish within the time limit. Do not take the class if you need grades over 90%.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: CLA2102
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

This prof is very knowledgeable about the subject. His grading is brutal however. Do not take this class if you need a grade above 90.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: CLA2102
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

As prof. emeritus, this prof deserves respect. He is like a cute grandpa with tons of knowledge, critical thinking, a lot of experience, knows people, traveled extensively. If you want to do well you have to come to class and take good notes. Helps to study from Herodotus, Thucydides, Plutarch for exams. Not impossible to get an A if you work.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: HIS2101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Good prof, but you really gotta know your stuff. Dates are crucial, and If you cant remember them, avoid the course. Otherwise, worth taking.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: HIS2101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Definitely has a knowledge of the subject, however, all he really does is stand at the front and read from Herodotus. Final exam is worth 60% with and almost impossible level of material we need to know for it. I notice some of the good comments are from 10+ years ago. People change. Avoid this man.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: CLA2101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Very detailed lectures, but expects too much. Seems to labour too much on the minute details, and barely glosses over the main issues. Would not take a class with him again. Final essay is completely unreasonable for the time allotted.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: HIST2170
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Cute little man, but very very detailed. Expects you to know way to many details than is possible, because Greek history is his life. Very passionate about his history (and what a life he's had!) but communicates during lectures not very well - sometimes very scattered. Exams are difficult, and he likes to tear apart the textbooks.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: HIS2101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Took 3 classes with him (about 10 years ago). He's one of the best ! Clearly those who complain about his classes are not university material.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: CLA1101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

did not like him at all. midterm was 50%, final 50. so much writing. Have to go to class because of how detaied he expects you to be. write down everything! and try and see if you can get a recorder. You can study for a month straight and still get a low grade. SOOOOOOO boring. If I wasn't in classics, I would avoid him at all costs.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: HIS2102
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Expects very detailed answers, which sometimes seem like you didn't fully cover, and requires dates for everything mentioned. Not very helpful answering questions, and feels like already expects you to be an expert on the subject. Especially avoid if not a history or classics major.