Jeffrey Gould - Montclair State University, Montclair, NJ

Professor: Jeffrey Gould

Department: History

College: Montclair State University, Montclair, NJ

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: HIST103
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He's an amazing professor. He's really easy to listen to when he lectures. Attendance isn't mandatory, you only need to show up for the tests. I suggest showing up for the lectures though because he tells you everything on the test. But even if you don't, he gives great study guides that carry you through the class.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: HIST103
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

His class is amazing and he's a really knowledgeable professor. His lectures are great and tell you everything you need to know for the tests. Attendance isn't mandatory but show up to class and you're guaranteed to pass.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: HIST103
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

As a professor, he is great. Knowledgeable, effective, and gets the job done. But as a person, he is extremely rude! As someone with anxiety, going to his class was a nightmare because I'd always be nervous he would single me out or make rude comments. It was a challenge to put that aside and just focus on the class material.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: HIS117
• Grade Received: C+
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

The hardest class that I have ever taken. He only gives you grades for the midterm, final, and participation. If you do not know anything about history, do not take the class. he has a sense of humor, but his lectures are 3 hours and he stays the entire class.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: HIS103
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Im terrible at history and the worse is to have a boring professor. However, Professor Gould keeps the class interesting because he is very funny. He respects the students and keeps everyone engaged. Class grade is the average of 3 exams. Wont pass if you do not study after every class. Must work for your A. Would take again.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: HIST116
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Literary the best professor ever. I was scared to take him at first! There is 1 midterm and 1 final that is your grade. The textbook is not needed only if you want some points during class. The tests are all based on the notes, must take notes and pay attention to all the titles. Study all the notes , he knows his stuff !!!!!!

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: HIST106
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Really great guy. Though he may seem difficult for some. To be honest just go to class and write down everything he says. It is only the midterm and final as grades.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: HIS117
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Take his course! He's brilliant and funny and knows his stuff. Two exams, that you have to study for, just pay attention in class and take notes. Participate and talk to him and you'll get enjoy his class!

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: HIST106
• Grade Received: D+
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

nice guy and funny, but if history isn't your best/favorite subject you won't do well. only gives two exams throughout the whole semester, midterm and final. no opportunities for extra credit either. attendance isn't mandatory.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: HIS117
• 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:

Nice guy who tries to make history as interesting as possible. The class was a little boring at times, but I can say that no teacher will display the information more clearly than this guy. If you study for the midterm and final theres no reason not to do well.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: HIST118
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Attendance isn't mandatory but you need to be there to pass, its enjoyable though. He teaches off talking but in an organized way so all you just have to write down what he says. Extremely cool and down to earth, makes learning history easier. Had no problem meeting with me when i wanted to go over notes, he explains everything! TAKE HIS CLASS!

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: HIS117
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Very knowledgeable, and respected this guy's class is like he is telling a story, lectures heavy but as long as you show up to class every day and not fall behind, you will pass. There are just two tests midterm and final (midterm has 6 weeks of material and final has 8) so there is a lot of memorizing but just make sure to study

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: HIST118
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Professor Gould is by far my favorite professor at MSU. Not only is he very knowledgable about History, but he is overall such an intelligent man. His lectures are like he is a telling a story which makes it easier to understand. As long as you read the chapter assigned and take good notes in class, the exams are a piece of cake.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: HIS117
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Do not listen to the comments below... Yes there are no papers, quizzes, no mandatory attendance. If you are not the type of person to study a week or two in advance for his exams, don't bother taking this course. Gould penalizes you for a lot of the things you write in your exams so the more you ramble on your answers, do not expect a good grade.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: HIST105
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Taking Professor Gould was the smartest thing I have ever done. The class is late and long but it is worth it and he often times will let you out early. You can tell that he is passionate about his subject. The midterm and final are the only two grades but if you study your notes and write descriptive answers you will do fine! Would recommend!

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: HIST105
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I am really happy that I took Professor Gould this semester. Even though the class was only a Gen Ed, it is obvious that he really cares and wants students to get something out of his class. I really appreciated his enthusiasm for the subject. Take Gould, he will not disappoint! Oh yeah, ask him about the Strait of Gibraltar, it's a good story

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: HIST117
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Professor Gould was one of my all time favorite professors! Although his class is long and you have to take a ton of notes, there are NO PAPERS, NO QUIZZES, and only TWO TESTS. Also, attendance is not mandatory AT ALL. As long as you take good notes (or have someone else take them for you) and study them before the two tests, it's a guaranteed A!

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: HIST105AND117
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Prof Gould is amazing. he knows his subject well. I got an A every time I took one of his classes and I would highly recommend taking him. he makes the topic very interesting even if you're not a big fan of history. you do need to take notes and study however to get a decent grade no papers or attendance for his class only a midterm and final

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: HIST117
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Great Professor, Knows what he's teaching, If you participate in Class he helps you on grading, Two tests, Mostly Short Answer and Essay, Explaining/ID historical people/events. Offers EC but it is offsite (historical Society Meetings in Morristown ) Very Easy going in Class HIGHLY RECOMMEND

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: HIST105
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

He is the best professor on the face of this planet. He is always cracking jokes and made history interesting. You must study for his exams or else you wont do well. He is a great person to ask for help. No homework, 1 midterm & 1 final. Definitely recommend him to other people.