James Toole - Purdue University Fort Wayne

Professor: James Toole
Department: Political Science
College: Purdue University Fort Wayne
Rating # 1
Overview:
  • Course: POLS207
  • Grade Received: A+
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Professor Toole is an amazing professor. POLS207 is a pretty tough class but if you put in ample time and effort, you can easily earn an A. The argument paper and the sources paper aren't too bad, and if you pick a solid question for your research paper, you'll be fine. Toole is a GREAT professor, and I hope to take more classes with him.
Rating # 2
Overview:
  • Course: POLSY109
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
You will earn every good grade that you receive, and also the bad ones. Very fair when it comes to grades.
Rating # 3
Overview:
  • Course: POLSY205
  • Grade Received: B
  • Overall Rating: 1.0
  • Course Difficulty: 5.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: No
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
The papers were simply brutal. For a non-upper level course, this one will take most of your time during the semester. Im a biology major... And Id rather do Organic Chem or Calulus over taking a class with him again.
Rating # 4
Overview:
  • Course: POL207
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 4.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Not Mandatory
Comment:
He is a great Professor, he always is available to talk to outside of class. Is a tough grader but helps students when they ask for the help. One of the best teachers in the PolySci department
Rating # 5
Overview:
  • Course: POLSY207
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
He is by far the best professor in the Poly Sci dept! His classes can be difficult as he only lectures, does not provide any notes. You have to come to class & participate. 3 different papers, longest is up to 20 pgs. Start this one as early as possible! He's great at giving feedback or helping if you don't understand something. He genuinely cares!
Rating # 6
Overview:
  • Course: H201
  • Grade Received: A-
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
A truly dedicated professor. Dr. Toole has high expectations of his students, he is an excellent professor who will bring out the best in you. Engaging lectures. Prepare to do LOTS of reading.
Rating # 7
Overview:
  • Course: POLSY207
  • Grade Received: A-
  • Overall Rating: 4.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
You will have to write 3 papers for the class: Normative Paper-- use the word "should" or he won't consider it normative. Sources Paper-- Write out SPECIFIC questions you want each source to answer. Research Paper-- Start EARLY. 15 sources. He grades HARD. Put your thesis statement in the first paragraph. Extremely sweet and caring, though!
Rating # 8
Overview:
  • Course: Y207
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 2.0
  • Course Difficulty: 5.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
I hated that class. Grading is not clear, for 200 level course the work load is enormous, overall youhave to write 40 pages of papers and take an exam. The expectations from students are ridiculous and unjustified. His feedback is not clear, he says its fine and then you get your grade/feedback on the work at its like B-. Hated it, never again pls
Rating # 9
Overview:
  • Course: POLSY395
  • Grade Received: B+
  • Overall Rating: 3.5
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
He is great at giving constructive criticism, and shows you your strengths and weaknesses in your work. He's there to help when it's needed, and he'll commend you when you do something well. He's very enthusiastic about his classes, and his lectures are always enjoyable. Hands-down my favorite professor on campus.
Rating # 10
Overview:
  • Course: POLYY109
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
I am not a poli sci major but I took a class with Professor Toole and found his enthusiasm contagious. He is extremely helpful and makes a point of not airing his personal views. Highly recommend him if you are serious about taking the course.
Rating # 11
Overview:
  • Course: POLS401
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 2.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Prof. Toole is passionate about his courses and I believe he cares a great deal about teaching. However, he is not particularly good at teaching and I noticed that he tends to be politically slanted.
Rating # 12
Overview:
  • Course: POLSY340
  • 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:
One of the best profs in the department. Loves what he does and is enthusiastic about it. If you're a slacker who wants to put in a minimal effort, this is not the prof for you.
Rating # 13
Overview:
  • Course: POLS3400
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
This is my third time with Toole, and he is always energetic. He is also VERY helpful if you ask. He is a delight!
Rating # 14
Overview:
  • Course: POLSY205
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Amazing Professor!!!! Just be ready to work, you cannot just do the bare minimun and expect an A. You want to really learn and have a great teacher? This is the guy to take.
Rating # 15
Overview:
  • Course: POLSY490
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
A wonderful teacher who makes a long class like senior seminar bearable. Don't expect to get an A if you only put in a minimal effort. Attendance & participation are mandatory in all his classes. If you are struggling or don't understand a concept, he's more than happy to help.
Rating # 16
Overview:
  • Course: POLS109
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 2.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Avoid.
Rating # 17
Overview:
  • Course: POLSY109
  • 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:
Wonderful, energetic professor with the patience of a saint. Is willing to answer any questions students have and is extremely helpful.
Rating # 18
Overview:
  • Course: POLYS109
  • 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:
Great professor, explains concepts well and is willing to work at it if you have trouble. This is the first intro level class I had to write a paper for but the assignment was not too difficult and I fealt like it helped in my understanding of the topic.
Rating # 19
Overview:
  • Course: POLS205
  • 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:
Demanding, but extremely nice and helpful.
Rating # 20
Overview:
  • Course: POLSY340
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 4.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Prepare for A LOT of reading. The textbooks and other readings are hard to understand.
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