Jeff Ryan - University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, AR

Professor: Jeff Ryan

Department: Political Science

College: University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, AR

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: PLSC3573
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Most of your grade depends on two group projects where you "simulate" political activity. Very subjective grading criteria, no grades posted until two days prior to end of the semester. Holds you late every day because he can't a) be on time himself, or b) respect your time. Also, good luck ever getting an e-mail response. Wouldn't take him again.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: PLSC2013
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

His lectures don't require you to pay attention other than to write down a definition every so often. It's boring and hard to pay attention, doesn't require you to think or be analytical in any way.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: PLSC2013
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He's nice and caring. But kind of a mess and his tests were all over the place. Not the best, not the worst.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: PLSC2013
• Grade Received: B-
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I liked the professor but hated the class. Its all memorization of vocab, 5 test and all are on the vocab. If you're good at memorization this is your class. 4 election analysis which are hard. This was my hardest class to go to, but most vocab is on quizlet, so if you find the quizlets you don't have to go to class. He's not accessible by email

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: PLSC4873
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

i did not know my class was a simulation class but it ended up being awesome, i dont know the course code but it was gov and politics of latin america and it was so interesting i loved coming to class and plan on taking another one of his classes again next semester for fun

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: PLSC2013
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Very long boring lectures. Must be present in lectures if you want to pass. It's all about how well you can memorize the material. Makes the worst jokes I've ever heard. Would recommend not taking this class.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: PLSC2013
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Ryan is very knowledgable but his tests are a joke. Just vocab so no one ever shows up. You can just get notes from someone else who went. 5 tests with 50 vocab words that you must know inside and out. 4 papers over countries and their gov system which he grades harshly on. Would rather have taken another elective.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: PLSC2013
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Prof Ryan is the best! This class is pure memorization. Seriously just go to class and pull up quizlet and make flashcards. There were 5 exams, no final, and 4 Election analysis (super easy). He is a really nice guy and tries to make the lectures funny. 10/10.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: PLSC4873
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Jefe is by far the best professor I've ever had. I have taken 3 different courses taught by him and am taking another next semester. He genuinely cares about his students and makes class so interesting. I retained information so much better because of his interactive teaching style. Highly recommend any of his classes!

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: PLSC4873
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Jefe/ Little g is amazing. He is passionate about the subjects he teaches, and he genuinely cares about his students. If I could take him again I totally would, however this is the last class I can take with him. This man is truly a gem, and although he goes off topic sometimes during lecture, there is no way you will not learn anything. VIVA SIM

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: PLSC2013
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Make notecards for the tests and you'll be fine- they're purely memorizing terms/definitions. The remaining grades are 4 research assignments that don't take long- he does a great job of telling you exactly what information to include. He makes his lectures funny, laid back, and clear on what to write down. Just DON'T get caught texting in class.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: PLSC2013
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Overall, he's a nice guy, but he mumbles a lot, so sit close to the front if you can. He's usually pretty forgiving with grades, but if you want to get in touch with him, expect a week to go by before you get a reply. His class is all terms so just make note cards and go to class.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: PLSC2013
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Jefe is awesome. He's a goober and tries to make his lectures fun by using puns and memes in his slides. Not everyone finds him funny, but I think he's a hoot. Attendance isn't mandatory, but go to class. He tells you exactly what to take notes on. Tests are all definitions. Not bad if you study. Make friends in the class, get notes when absent.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: PLSC2013
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Ryan is a great professor. He's honestly really odd, but you can tell he is really passionate about what he does for a living. The Syllabus literally outlines everything and anything you need to know, so you know EXACTLY what you have to do for this class. Tests are pure memorization. Highly recommended.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: PLSC2013
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Jeff Ryan is awesome! As long as you get the notes and study for each test you've got an easy A. This class is pure memorization.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: PLSC2013
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Professor Ryan was my favorite teacher so far. He is very strange but in a good way. Loved his lectures. You have to show up to get his notes though. Attendance isn't mandatory but his tests are literally straight memorization so pretty easy if you study. Trying to take him again next semester currently.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: PLSC2013
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

You just have to show up and write the definitions. The tests are all definitions. He is fun and sweet. He often goes off coursework and shows funny videos of political leaders, he is a smalltime John Oliver. I loved his class!

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: PLSC2013
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

If you can show up to class and memorize easy terms, this class will be a breeze for you. Or even if you can get someone to go to class for you and give you the terms, you'll get an A. This class is pure regurgitation and not comprehensive at all. Dr. Ryan is really funny and cool too! 10/10 would take again!!!

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: PLSC2013
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Ryan is a funny guy and he makes classes easier in that way, not to mention he's very courteous. He answers all questions presented in class to the best of his ability (even the ones I would deem irrelevant), and he makes himself very clear in his instruction. It's impossible to fail this class unless you just don't do anything. Use flashcards!

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: PLSC2013
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Bland and mundane lectures. Very monotone out-dated jokes. Simple questions are tossed aside and unanswered. Exams are difficult but nothing you can't get past. Class is all memorization, no actual learning doesn't exist.