Jay Price - Wichita State University, Wichita, KS

Professor: Jay Price

Department: History

College: Wichita State University, Wichita, KS

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: HIST528
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Price was the hardest professor I have ever had. His lectures tend to be a little long at times, but they are very interesting. His tests are 10 short answer questions with an essay at the end. Get ready to write papers, and be prepared to not get a very good grade on those papers because he is a tough grader.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: HIS132
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He is the best professor I've had yet. I'm not even a history major, but his interest in the subject is contagious due to his unique personality and method of teaching. While you still pay need to pay attention, his tests are not difficult. They're 10 MC questions, short answer, or essay (you pick 2 of the 3). He also gives multiple EC opportunitie

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: HIS132
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I was excited about this class when I started, but I hated it at the end. His lectured droned on and mad it hard to stay awake. Fortunately, I don't think I have to take any more history classes. His sense of humor is very weird.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: HIS132
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

SI meetings helped greatly and various topics covered during the sessions ended up being essay questions. Personally, I love history but I have trouble recalling or memorizing specific events or people and I haven't been able to figure out what helps me soak info in history classes, but this was a great class filled with relation to Kansas!

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: HIST132
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

His lectures contain too much information. When it comes to his test they are only 10-15 questions + an essay. It is hard to know what to study + his study guide is a huge list of people + events for a reference. It is not in order, nor is it helpful. When he is behind on lecture he will speed through it all + will not wait for you to write.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: HIS132
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Price is an amazing lecturer. What he teaches goes to your brain and sticks there. his really informative and knows what he is teaching. He loves people asking him questions in class. He allows to bring a note paper in for exams so exams aren't that hard. His jokes are honestly Lame but he tries to make class more fun.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: HIS132
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Price is super quirky. He knows the subject matter super well (sometimes even dresses up to fit the part) and is willing to answer all questions. His classes are lecture based and he covers a lot of material very quickly. You will definitely need to read the book outside of class to understand the subject matter. Study for the tests!

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: HIST12982
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Price is a real character. He always makes class enjoyable. We have 4 tests the whole semester and one ancestry paper. Each assignment is worth 20 points, totally only 100 points the whole semester. If you do take this course, don't procrastinate on the ancestry paper. He gives it to you on the first day. Using the book is your preference.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: HIS132
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Choose Dr. Price if you're taking a history course. The way to pass his class is to read the book and do short questions as you go over every chapter. He also gives you list of materials to know for the exam, so I suggest making a good study guide out of it. And you'll be assigned to write a paper about your ancestors coming to the US.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: HIST1320
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Go to the SI sessions before tests! They practically tell you everything that's going to be on the test! Even the Extra Credit question!

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: HIST132
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Flies through powerpoints during lecture when specific information on slides is needed, but expects you to handwrite notes and won't allow you to take pictures of slides. Tests are mostly long essay questions about material covered in class or the textbook. I wouldn't suggest taking this class unless you really like history.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: HIST535
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He loves Kansas history and it shows. He is professional, courteous, and helpful.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: HIST535
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

His classes do require you to pay attention. Allows you to use a note card on all exams which makes it that much easier. It quirky and eccentric and tends to jump around the information quite a bit but as long as you take good notes you will be able to put them on the note card and pass with a decent grade.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: HIST132
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Class gets easier as the semester goes along. Quizzes are all extra credit. Take every extra credit opportunity, there are only 100 pts available in the class. Exams you choose between multiple choice, short answer & essay, but ALL based on lecture. Don't buy the book, just use your notes. Very knowledgable professor, goes through things quickly.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: HIST132
• 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:

The class seemed hard at first, but a notecard can be used on every exam. One assignment was given, which was a genealogy paper which wasn't too hard if you didn't put it off. Extra credit was offered by going to listen to speakers and then writing a summary. I would recommend him !

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: HIST132
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Wouldn't buy the textbook. Not used, just buddy up with someone for class notes and make sure one of you goes. Can be a tough class because there's so few points, you can't afford to mess up on a test.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: HIST132
• 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:

In this class you have no room for error whatsoever because the whole class is worth only 100 points. There are extra credit opportunities but they are all down town or on the east side of Wichita....HELLO not everybody going to WSU live on the east side or in the dorms. Quite the gas consumption if you live on the west side or out of town.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: HIST132
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Price is eccentric, but won't disappoint you. He has strict rules, but none of which are outside his boudaries as the instructor. The course is 80% lecture, 20% textbook (reinforcement). Attendance is "mandatory" for notetaking, but the textbook makes up for the occasional missed class. Expect 4 quizzes and 1 paper with a few extra ops.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: HIST132
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Do not buy the textbook for this class, you will not use it, his lecture notes are all you will need. Awesome content, interesting lectures. He is very picky on grading. His exams are flexible, with your choice of essay, short answer or multiple choice. He wants all the detail, and be sure to pay attention to the main themes. Awesome class.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: HIST132
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He was interesting and knows a lot about history. Sometimes a little boring but he would generally spice up class with an outfit or music or a video or voting. He was very helpful and friendly.