David Watkins - University of Washington, Seattle, WA

Professor: David Watkins

Department: Political Science

College: University of Washington, Seattle, WA

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: POLS368
• 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:

I genuinely like him and I think that he really does care, and tries hard for his students. Still, he needs to not go off on tangents, and organize/outline his lectures better. Also, his lectures desperately need visual aids (like powerpoints, overheads, etc.) to keep him from talking on and on in a monotone.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: POLS368
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

The course content was very interesting; the readings, although numerous, were excellent. However, although Watkins is very intelligent, he often gets disorganized/flustered during lectures, which leads to nothing actually getting covered. I learned a lot from this class, but that was mostly due to my interest in the readings and my TA's help.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: POLSC368
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Worst professor I've had. Class was disorganized. Lectures were pointless. Often came off as unintelligent. Can't believe he's allowed to teach at this university. Seems like a nice guy, but is a horrible, horrible instructor...maybe he'd be an okay TA but he can't lead a course.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: POLS368
• 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:

I don't get why there is so much negative feedback about his classes! I really liked him! He keeps the class engaged and obviously is extreamly knowledgeable. I would highly suggest his Human Rights course to anyone. He does give heavy reading, but it always compelling and easily understood. He isn't an easy 4.0, but getting there isnt impossible!

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: POLS384
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

absolutely the worst TA I've ever had!

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: POL384
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He seems like a nice guy but his grading really does seem arbitrary! He doesn't lead group discussion very well although he is very polite. Way too much reading assigned, unclear expectations for the couse, and poor organization made this class quite a challenge!

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: BIS305
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

David offers a great platform for the discussion of challenging topics that will make you reevaluate your own point of view by the end of the term. He requires careful analysis for success and welcomes all participation. Very supportive and gives good feedback. Very intelligent although a bit shy when approached. Amount of reading can be somewhat o