Thomas Legg - West Chester University of Pennsylvania, West Chester, PA

Professor: Thomas Legg

Department: History

College: West Chester University of Pennsylvania, West Chester, PA

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: HIS150
• Grade Received: C+
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Took this class as a junior and it is the hardest class I have taken so far. Way to hard for a 100 level course. Get ready to read because the readings are typically 25 pages long and there will be a quiz in class. Test's are based off his lectures. I would recommend writing every word he says in class, ya never know what will be on the tests.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: HIS150
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

This class is one of the only classes that I felt like I was learning in, and he is a very caring professeur. You don't need the textbook because it won't help on tests. All of his test questions come from what he says in class. He speaks very fast, so I would recommend typing your notes.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: HIS150
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

the worst class I have taken is with him. As a first year student, having him at 8am mon/wed/fri was the biggest drag. He gets off topic way too much and as he has a lot of knowledge the way he constructs the class is completely unhelpful and confusing. His tests are hard, and gives quizzes almost every week. I would do anything to get out of it!

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: HIS151
• 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:

Overall good teacher. On the tougher side but does a good job explaining his slides with out of history questions. Pretty relaxing though, not too serious of a guy. Would take a class of his again.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: HIS151
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Professor Legg is the best professor/teacher I have ever had in my life. The class is by no means easy and you will have to work to see good grades, however I have never learned so much in my life. He constantly uses analogies that connect ideas and expects you to understand the big picture. He, nor the class is intimidating as others are saying

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: HIS300
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Very intimidating but tells it to you straight. Hes truly passionate about what he does and helped me so much with my research ability. Theres SO MUCH reading so be prepared. The final is blue book 10 questions on the whole semester so never doze off. Have a reason to miss class dont just miss to miss cause he knows. He wants you to succeed

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: HIS150
• 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:

Worst prof Ive had at WCU. Passively rude to students. Makes it very difficult to get an A. Expects his class is priority even though just a gen ed. Exams have a lot of wordy, confusing questions. Doesnt stick to syllabus. Makes negative comments towards students in regards to their future careers as teachers.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: HIS150
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Legg is incredible. If you actually put forth effort in this class, you will do well. Reading the chapters and taking notes before class is the best way to get a good grade. He focuses more on the "big picture" than specifics. The textbook perfectly outlines what he is expecting you to know for the test. Definitely recommend!

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: HIS151
• 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:

I dont even know how to describe this man. I am currently taking one of his classes and ive never been so confused in a 100 level class. Takes himself way to seriously and also is one of those professor that makes you scared to answer a question because he is rude when you get it wrong. Just wish he was easier to follow.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: HIST150
• 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:

Dr. Legg is very knowledgeable, but is opinionated and vague. For lack of better terms, he "mansplains", and is condescending. You read a chapter from the dry textbook every week, so prepare to read. He has no problem holding an awkward silence to prove a point.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: HIS151
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Loved this guy!! Second best professor I've ever had. You'll learn so many interesting things from his lecture. He makes everything relatable and interesting. He's a really intelligent guy and he cares about what he teaches. Make sure to read the book consistently because he quizzes you on the upcoming chapter every week.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: HIS150
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Worst history teacher I've ever had. Dr. Legg's class is a lecture based course. Be ready to write so much your brain hurts. And good luck on his tests, he tries to trick you with information you are expected to know, even if it wasn't presented in class. DO NOT buy the book, it doesn't help you at all. Take as many detailed notes as you can!

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: HIS399
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Legg, a very knowledgeable professor for maritime history, knows all of the ins and outs of the topic and loves to share his knowledge. there are many readings and articles which he will quiz you on from time to time, usually with advanced notice. class has 4 novels that it covers that are very interesting and are the topics of tests. good class

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: HIS151
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Really patronizing. He says he's getting you to think but you still think within the box of what he wants you to answer to lead his class in a planned direction. He talks at you and yells the whole class for no real reason. At another college i have studied history at a higher level and done better than in this class bc of the confined thinking

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: HIS151
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Legg was my favorite professor last semester. He made his requirements for the class very clear and if you follow those requirements, you should get an easy A. There were 10 reading quizzes and he dropped the lowest two quizzes. There was one writing assignment and the final was a piece of cake. You just have to read the book and you'll do fine

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: HIS151
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Wonderful professor! He's very entertaining and genuinely cares about his students. Always a class I looked forward too. 15 chapters, 10 quizzes and you get to drop the two lowest quizzes. Wonderful Guy.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: HIS300
• 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:

Professor Legg is such a sweet man. While he was not the most timely in handing things back, he is so nice and cares about his students. His class was difficult, probably my hardest that I took at WCU, I learned so much from him and now that I am in graduate school, I respect him even more for what he taught me.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: HIS151
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Legg is such a great guy! Yes the class is hard and yes you do have to work for an A, but it is definitely possible. Write down EVERYTHING he says in class because he puts it on the test word for word. A lot of writing on the tests and not many other grades besides quizzes. He is an amazing professor nonetheless! Take him for 151 only.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: HIS151
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Legg was awesome for 151. He asked a lot of questions, but you learn more from him than most professors. I always enjoyed going to his class and I look forward to taking his other course's in the future. Read the textbook before class, you'll be able to answer questions. He's a great guy, without a doubt my favorite professor at West Chester.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: HIS150
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Can't decide if I loved or hated his class. It was interesting, but he would lecture the whole time and ask tons of questions to encourage thinking rather than memorizing (which I liked), but it got boring and frustrating. The tests were entirely written. He doesn't post anything online. Slides aren't helpful, all test questions are from lectures.