John Altman - York College of Pennsylvania, York, PA

Professor: John Altman

Department: Political Science

College: York College of Pennsylvania, York, PA

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: PS110
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Oh, John. Lot's of assignments and quizzes, but helpful for your grade if you try. He rambles in class daily. Funny, but easily distracting. Frustrating until you get used to him. If you don't miss more than 3 or 4 classes you don't have to take the final. Make sure you come to him if you have concerns and he'll work with you.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: PS110
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Prides himself in harsh grading. Not open to opinions on class material that differs from his own and will reflect in grades.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: PS110
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Every class is a lecture that can get a little dry, but has very interesting information. He posts readings, but you do not have to purchase any type of book, which is nice. No group work, but rather few assignments. Tests aren't hard, he tells you exactly what will be on them, it's just up to you to study - very easy to get a good grade.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: PS101
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

I'm assuming he's changed his style of teaching since the last reviews but I find him to be an awful professor who only values his own opinions and only tries to justify himself on why he studied political science back in his "days".

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: PS100
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

John Altman is hilarious, but, I could not allow myself to simplify his excellence by using that as a tag. He is more than that, he is the most honest, succinct, objective professor I have come in contact with and he is clear when there is no definitive answer to a question posed. Aristotle would be proud to have know this man.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: PS101
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Go to class because if you only miss 2 or less you are exempted from the final and bumps your grade up. 3 papers each 1000 words and 3 tests short answer and paragraph. Straight forward and actually learn about the government.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: PS262
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Altman is by far the best. Attendance is mandatory, but with him you'll want to go to class. He is hilarious and goes on tangents a bit, but is a great teacher. He'll give extra help when needed but make sure you pay attention in class and you'll be good. Seriously though, take Altman whenever you can.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: PS262
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Amazing professor, took his intro class because I heard he was good and added a Poly Sci major to my History major by the end of the class. Took him for Scopes and he keeps the class interesting while learning difficult material. By far the best at explaining methods of Poly Sci

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: PS141
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

TAKE HIM! HES AWESOME! fav teacher by far. he's hilarious.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: PS262
• 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:

Teaches one of the best scope and methods classes that is offered. When I took it attendance was optional, though I believe that has changed. Regardless attendance is important-take good notes and you'll get a really good foundation on methods. The ten assignments that were required were useful and helpful. Fair grader.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: PS362
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

attendance is mandatory. involves 10 mini assignments that help with data for the research paper. midterm and final with study guide for each. goes on tangents during class and a few power point slides that he posts online. willing to help out and even extend deadlines if you have trouble with something. great professor! very personable

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: PS141
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

great guy who took a completely boring subject and made it outstanding and rather entertaining. take good notes and make sure to study for the tests and its a no problem to pass

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: PS141
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Loved this class even though the exams were rough. In the beginning of the semester he was willing to change his style of teaching if that would help grades. Papers are easy and don't blow them off because they could save you in the end.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: PS141
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Good guy overall, however, who is taking a class just because of the teacher and his personality. Tests are challenging, and some material is missing when he teaches to different classes. Good thing my friends and I combined our work. Make room for studying before his exams its a must to just pass. Weekly assignments are a pain but boost your grade

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: PS262
• 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:

Dr. Altman is by far one of my favorite professors. I took Scope with him. It was a boring class and the tests were challenging, but if you ever need help you can go to him. He is more than willing to listen and lend a hand to his students. Funny and interesting, even though the class material is not. Take one of his classes: you won't regret it

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: CJCJ
• 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:

great, very smart

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: PS142
• 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:

go to class and take notes and you will do fine. he's a great guy. loved him and he made the subject interesting when I had no interest in it. and I actually learned stuff I will probably always remember about the government.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: PS141
• 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:

keeps you interested, and when he actually teaches you learn a lot.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: PS142
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Decent professor. Uses unlimited amount of profanity. You will have 3 multiple choice exams and 3 to 4 essays to write (which are 3 pages long). A few chances for extra credit. He puts the notes from class on Blackboard.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: PS141
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Nice guy. Knows what he's talking about. He keeps the class very interesting. do the weekly assignments tho.