Randy Finley - Georgia State University Perimeter College - Decatur

Professor: Randy Finley

Department: TBD

College: Georgia State University Perimeter College - Decatur

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: HIST201
• Grade Received: C
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Great teacher, I wish I took him during the fall or spring semester because this class should not be rushed. Online quizes are very simple, and the essays which are the mid term and final are pretty easy. Show up to class, take notes and you will get a good grade. This is from someone who was averageda 70 on quizes and was late a lot still passed

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: HIST2110
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

He gives points in so many areas that it would take an effort to fail his class. Others are always complaining that his tests are hard, but the tests come directly from his lectures, and he gives all the possible essay prompts. I literally studied his lectures word for word and regurgitated it onto the paper. It can't get much easier than that.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: HIS2111
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Prof. Finley is by far one of the greatest professors I've ever had. I actually have picked him for 3 classes now, he makes history enjoyable. I've also never been so encouraged by a prof. as he has encourgaed me. He really cares if you take the time to talk to him. Amazing lectures, you have to come to class (attendance counts)! Only essay exams!

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: HIST2110
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

This was one of my favorite classes that I have taken and I normally hate history. He gives amazing lectures that are very interesting, and he brings in outside material such as films and articles. Make sure you take very good notes in lecture as that is your ticket to doing well on the essay tests and in class questions. Do the reading too!

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: HIST2111
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Get ready to write, read, and study a LOT. He's one of the smartest professors I've ever met. Attendance is required and so is answering questions throughout his class. Write everything he says as your notes will be the foundation of the 3 essay exams you'll take. He is a lot of fun, and makes the class duration fly by. Good luck!

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: HIST1101
• 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 hilarious. He gives lectures like telling stories but you have to take notes all throughout class. So, paying attention and write down what he says is important. If you study those notes, you will do great on the essay exams.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: HIST2110
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Finley is wild. He knows so many stories about people in history. He gives good lectures. He gives three essay tests (2 full essays in 1hr20min), 7 rough online quizzes, and a 300page book, Babbitt. There is SO MUCH textbook reading. I got A and 5 on AP exam in AP World and AP Gov, and this class was harder than those.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: HIST1101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Just show up to class and take notes. He talks really fast so write really fast. As long as you do the reading assignments outside of class you will pass the quizzes and tests. Always does essays at the end of his test so be prepared. But he's hilarious and definitely knows how to teach the material. Oh and you watch a lot of videos!

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: HIST2111
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Professor Finley made History so entertaining. He always made the class laugh during his notes and lectures. Just be sure to write down ALL of the notes. Highlight repeat concepts. Always complete the homework in Microsoft Word so you can quickly reference it for timed online assignments. Google works too :). Be prepared to write essay exams!

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: HIST2112
• Grade Received: C-
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He's funny. The workload is tough. I was always behind. He grades you if you are able to answer the questions in class if called on and attendance is a must. He requires a lot of text books for this class and he even makes you ready a thick book at the end of the semester during finals week. He just needs to lighten his load a little bit. Hes good

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: HIST2111
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Loved taking this class with Finley and I hate history! I usually barely pass! Very funny! Time passes pretty quickly and he's a pretty fair professor. Willing to help you every time! Take advantage of extra credit! NEED TO GO TO CLASS TO PASS. tests are based strictly off lectures. never used textbook. wish i could take him again!

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: HIST2111
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

You barely notice the time passing by. He really knows how to get the big picture across and his sense of humor is unforgettable. He understands students a lot better than most professors and his tests & quizzes reflect that. I DO NOT mean that he is a push-over. He is the best history teacher I've ever had and I would totally take his class again.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: HISTORY1112
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I took 3 different courses with him and all three classes were my absolute favorite part of college. I learned more about history than ever expected and would tale another course with him just for fun! His lectures are very interesting both philosophical as well as factual. If you listen to the instructions on what he expects you will make an A.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: CO710PRSP1010
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Best professor i've ever taken, funny , smart , nice. I would reccomend him to anyone. You do have to do work in his class though.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: 1112
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

His 1112 is pretty much nothing but lectures punctuated by videos -- not a horrible format in itself. I have to say, he's nothing special. A pretty average professor.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: 2112
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Finley was my favorite teacher last semester so I signed up for another class with him this semester. Hes the man. You need to do your homework for participation and be attentive during class, and he'll have no problem with ya

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: HIST2111
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Finley is the man!!! If you can take him, do it!

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: HIST2112
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

I do not like history, and Mr. Finley may be the only professor who makes U.S. history extremely interesting. He's funny, does different things to keep your attention & always gives opportunity for bonus points. Need to do assignments for bonus pts & quizzes. I recorded the lectures on my phone & wrote power point notes, which helped a lot.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: HIST2111HIST
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Great profesor. Engages and challenges you to not just regurgitate historical factoids. Uses multimedia materials to make the history come alive. Attendance is mandatory and so is taking the notes in class. Participation is a most, He will call on you daily so don't expect to be overlooked. He is humorous, and accessible, he is worth every class.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: COS126
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Guy blows hard