Michael Korzi - Towson University, Towson, MD

Professor: Michael Korzi

Department: Political Science

College: Towson University, Towson, MD

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: POSC101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

He is a very difficult professor and a tough grader. His class can be very boring to sit through for 1 hour and 45 minutes, and he does not give you any notes, other than a few words he writes on the board. The readings are also extremely challenging and does a poor job of explaining them. Take another class if you can.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: POSC101
• 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:

This class is really DRY. He talks at you for the entire time. He explains everything really well but you still need to read in order to do well on his tests. His tests are surprisingly tricky for a 101 class but if you study hard enough you will do well. Three exams which are all written and one paper. He is caring and does want you to do well.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: POSC101
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Korzi is an absolutely amazing professor and I would highly recommend him. He explains all of the reading in detail and only puts things on the test that were mentioned in detail. In order to pass I would recommend going to EVERY class and sitting up front. If you get good notes from him you will most likely get a good grade. I highly recommend him

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: POS101
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

This was the absolute worst class I have taken in my 4 years at Towson. This man speaks at an octave only whales could hear, so good luck if you sit in the back. There are no powerpoints or notes so you are reliant on him. Incredibly tough grader with no real guidelines by how he grades. What little you can read for his comments are condescending.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: POSC101
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Korzi is a great dude! He is probably one of the best professors I've had since ive been here (Im a junior). His lectures flow so well and are extremely informative! TAKE KORZI! FEAR THE BEARD!

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: POSC101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Three tests (mostly writing) and a paper. Lots of reading then discussion in class. No powerpoints or notes whatsoever, he just talks at you. Attendance mandatory. No extra credit opportunities. He seems like a decent person, but he is a terrible professor

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: POSC383
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

A must take professor, but you gotta do the readings.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: POSC101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

In a nutshell, all you need to do succeed in Prof. Korzi's POSC101 is show up for every class (and I mean EVERY), take good notes, and study for the exams. The material is challenging so you need to pay attention, but Korzi is happy to answer any question you have. I did not do the readings and I did fine just by taking good notes and studying them

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: POSC101
• 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:

Please, please, please take Dr. Korzi. Great lectures, makes sure you completely understand the readings especially when they get confusing. Three test and an optional paper. You can really tell he cares about his students. Made a scary subject like POSC super understandable and enjoyable. He is the best!

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: POSC383
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 1.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He is very condescending and petty. He has to approve outlines for our research. He asked for 20 sources on the 15 page research paper, but then stated that was the bare minimum ( C work) and expected more (mind you this is only a 15 page paper). DO NOT TAKE HIM, worst political science teacher I have taken.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: POSC381
• Grade Received: C-
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Korzi lectured as if he was reading straight from the book. Not very helpful or clear. He's an extremely tough grader and writes condescending remarks on papers and exams. The biggest problem is that he contradicts when assigning work. He told us to pick any topic to write a paper on and made (some) us change it every time until 2 days before due.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: POSC383
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 1.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

extremely difficult given we only had 5 weeks to complete the material. wow. the midterm and final were 12 pages on Microsoft word EACH. the lengths taken to secure an A in this class were ridiculous. he is very condescending as well

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: POSC101
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Knows his stuff. His lectures are essential to passing the tests along with attendance. 3 tests & an optional essay. As long as you show up, take good notes, and study, you will do well in the class.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: POSC101
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Korzi knows sooo much about Political Science. If you skip a lecture, you are not going to pass. You need to sit there, listen, and take good notes. I personally never read, I just listened to what he said, studied my notes, and I got an A on all of the tests. I would recommend taking him if you are willing to put forth some effort.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: POLY101
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

good teacher overall. very passionate about content. pay attention in class and you can score high on tests. dont skip class or you will fail, also be reader to read

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: POSC430
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Korzi is the best professor I have had at Towson. Lectures aren't really structured but he makes the material engaging and it is not hard to pay attention at all. Two exams, both short response and one long essay and a final 15 page research paper but it is totally worth it! TAKE HIM!!

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: POSC101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Take him! Very fair and easy going. Class is all lecture. He gives a lot of information but is very clear, relates things to modern day, and will repeat things a couple times in different ways to make sure everyone understands. Tests are in blue book, all written. One paper. Very interesting class, youll learn a lot.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: POSCELEC
• 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:

Best polisci professor at Towson hands down! He is extremely intelligent and knows his material. Your grade is composed by a Research Paper and a Midterm and Final that are both essay tests-don't expect a study guide. If you're willing to work hard and want to learn a lot take him! Great teacher!

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: POSCELEC
• 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:

Took a special topics course on the elections of 2012 with Prof Korzi. He was very clear during lecture and knowledgable in all aspects of the election cycle. Provided a study guide for the final. I would absolutely take another class with him.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: POSC383
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

This was not my first class with Korzi, nor will it be my last. He is truly a great professor - the best in Towson's poli sci dept. Congress material can be a little dull, but it's a great class and the discussion is actually interesting. Take this class, and all of his others if you can. I love Korzi!!