Jack Isaacs - Towson University, Towson, MD

Professor: Jack Isaacs

Department: Political Science

College: Towson University, Towson, MD

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: POSC384
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I had him for 384 and he was a good professor. He cared about students and was tough at the same time. He went out of his way to help me. Very knowledgeable and good topics of conversation. Yes, he had a goofy sense of humor which bordered annoying but it broke the monotony.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: POSC209
• Grade Received: D+
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

As said in the other reviews, Isaacs is knowledgeable in Law but he shouldn't teach it. he picks on students and then tries to play it off as jokes but its very condescending. barely writes any notes on the board so be prepared to read in the text. i wouldn't take him again

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: POSC384
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

This was my second class with Isaacs, and he had previously been my advisor for the LWAC major. HE IS TERRIBLE. He is so rude, and condescending, and goes on tangents. I had food poisoning and was unable to come to class to turn in my research paper. Even with a doctor' note, HE STILL DEDUCTED POINTS FOR IT BEING LATE. Should have gone to the dean.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: POSC209
• Grade Received: C
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

I'm a straight-A senior who enjoys politics and law shows. With Isaac's class, I'm pretty sure I'm ending with a C even after doing everything I could for this class (studying for hours, reading all the texts, taking notes at every class, etc.) His tests are hard and confusing. His personality is annoying and rude. If you can, avoid!Worst professor

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: POSC384
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Isaacs gets a 2 here because of the fact that his lectures are easy to takes notes on. What he says in class is usually how it appears on his tests. His tests are awfully hard and are confusing at times. He often loses his temper in class and can scream and belittle students. He claims he is just joking, but honestly he is just rude. Avoid him.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: POSC209
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Isaacs is my favorite professor at Towson so far, and this was my favorite class. Read the book, go to class and take good notes, and you should do fine. He makes class so enjoyable with his sense of humor and the material isn't difficult.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: POSC384
• 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:

Honestly, this was an interesting class to take. He jokes a lot and rubs students the wrong way sometimes. However, he has gotten better throughout the semester. Make sure you read and participate. He will respect you for it. Come to class. He does take attendance. And, go to the writing center for your research paper. I did twice.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: POSC384
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

This is my second class with Dr. Isaacs and he is still a difficult man to describe. He tries to make his class more enjoyable by making some "jokes" because it is typically straight lecture. I like him, but some people don't. Your grade for this class will consist of one short essay, two exams, an eight-page term paper, and class participation.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: POSC209
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I am a law major, so this class isn't hard for me. BUT His sense of humor is very dry and sarcastic, some like it, some don't. He believes in having fun in the classroom, and I actually enjoy his class. Material is hard, but it does not require hours of studying to pass. I barely studied for the first exam and got a 73. Give this class a chance 1st

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: POSC209
• Grade Received: C
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

One of the worst teachers I've had. He barley writes anything on the board, and he talks way to fast. Goes off Track all the time. "Messes around with students" but really he's just being mean and awkward. He makes you feel stupid for asking anything. Don't take him, his class is hard, not that interesting, and just painful to be in.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: POSC209
• Grade Received: D+
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Grades on favorites, unnecessarily calls people out, makes those with questions feel INCREDIBLY uncomfortable. Sometimes to a point where they give up entirely on asking questions. I read every page of every assigned reading, still managed to get a miserable grade. AVOID if you are planning to get a passing grade. Read the book, or you will fail.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: POL209
• Grade Received: D+
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Isaacs is very knowledgable in his field, but that does not mean he should teach. His sense of humor is very harsh and rude. I saw him kick a chair across the room once because it was in his way. Scary and intimidating, I would never ever take one of his classes again. I would not recommend this class to even my worst enemy.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: POSC209LAW
• Grade Received: C
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Isaacs is hilarious. He is very sarcastic and like to call people out so make sure your paying attention and not on your phone. Quizzes and tests are a bit tough because its so much material to cover but only few of it on the tests. Make sure to take notes READ the book.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: POSC384
• Grade Received: C
• Overall Rating: 1.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Tore my essays apart with criticism and did not give clear instructions on what he wanted. Would not take again

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: POSC209LAW
• Grade Received: C-
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

His class was extremely difficult, and his exams are the hardest exams I have ever taken. The class is only based upon 3 exam grades, with a few quiz grades. I would not recommend you take this course with him as a teacher.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: POSC384
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Great professor! Lectures are 99% oral but he does write key words on the board. His quirky sense of humor makes class fun and it goes by fast. Read the book to gain his respect, and participate! Easy class, as long as you regularly attend. Recommend taking intro to law with him prior, its almost the exact class.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: POSC209
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Professor Isaacs is very knowledgable about the law. He expects you to know every little detail from the text book for the test. You'll really need to study. The material is very interesting and he explains it very well. If you take him just be prepared to work and read. I'd say the work is worth what you'll learn.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: POSC209
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

This class is challenging. Most likely because he is a former lawyer, so his way of teaching is unique. THE BOOK IS YOUR LIFE. Tests are tough because you do not know what to expect on them. If you listen to his lectures and read the textbook thoroughly however, you'll have a decent grade. He is nice and jokes around a lot though.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: POSC209
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He is very funny and isn't afraid to be sarcastic to you, but don't take it personally. I loved taking this class, it was very interesting and I would definitely take another class with him. You do have to read because he only covers about 85% of the material in class. Quiz after every unit, 3 test including the final, not cumulative. Chose him!

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: POSC209
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

He is a good professor, he's pretty funny. Make sure to read the text and take notes. Go to class and study for exams and everything will be okay.