Peter Li - University of Houston Downtown

Professor: Peter Li

Department: TBD

College: University of Houston Downtown

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: POLS3317
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Learned a lot from the class and I would take him again. There are weekly quizzes over assigned readings from the textbook and articles (he gives you the portions of the book online) and you don't get to do make up work so you need to go to class. In addition to the quizzes there are two tests and 1 oral argument/presentation.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: POLISCI2305
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Prof Li is nice but I wouldn't take him again. There were only 2 tests and the final which counted for 33% each , a paper, and random quizzes - if you miss one quiz you don't receive the extra credit at the end of the semester. His reviews aren't very useful and he takes down most of the power points towards the end of the semester so save them

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: POLS2305
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Li is a great professor. He uses Facebook for posting interesting news. He also posts good reviews that will be over the test. The textbook is required, even though you don't use I think as often, the review for exams does have some stuff not covered in his lectures. Don't listen to negative, or moderate comments. They are exaggerated.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: POLS2305
• Grade Received: C+
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

He is a nice guy i don't think he means any harm but his test and lecture don't make sense he goes off and talks about something else. Often times says to look over things yourself. 3 test only so if you fail one you probably will only get a B or less in class. Studies guides have nothing to do with test

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: POLS2305
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He's nice. Accessible outside class! Do the extra credit! 3 tests , each .33% The study guides dont really match the test.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: POLS2305
• Grade Received: C
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

You need to read the book. The power points are not all that helpful!! Counts attendance. Only 3 tests, and none are dropped! Like 7 pop quizzes (and they're random). His reviews are not helpful at all yo be honest. And the tests get harder and longer each time. Final looked like a reading test.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: POL2301
• 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:

There are only 3 test grades, so if you do bad you'll fail. The class is super easy though, and as long as you get the power points and go to class it's an easy A. He has an accent, but it isn't too bothersome. He does give test reviews but they aren't very detailed so if you don't go to class you won't understand what it's about.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: POLISCI2305
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

This professor is one of the worst I have ever taken. He is a nice guy but his teaching is trash. He gives an okay outline for the test but it doesn't really help much. With only three exams in the class that count for a grade you better make straight A's on them or else its going to be a struggle to pass. Also he is very slow at replying to emails

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: POLISCI2305
• 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:

Dr. Li has a nice sense of humor and always include real life examples in his lectures to help students understand. The powerpoints are nicely detailed and are similar to the text book. He has a strong love for China and has 5 pop quizzes that he goes over, and there is review sheets before each exams. Easy class, just study

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: POLS2305
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Honestly great teacher. Students don't seem to do much, and appreciate his class even though it''s really easy. Just listen carefully what he says, and you'll be good! Had a good grade without ever taking a note. Don't skip class or consider having already failed.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: POLS2305
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

I do not recommend this instructor at all! He talks about China non stop, his exams are not clear even if you take notes, read, his power points are not good. You have pop quizzes and 4 exams. If you failed the second you failed the course overall.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: POLS2305
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He has charm, but his tests are so confusing and grades come from only those 3 tests. I was so afraid of failing towards the end. He offered ONE chance for extra credit, so take it. You have to be prepared to do some textbook reading if you want to pass. He notices when the class isn't doing well & makes sure to help by giving hints about the test.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: POLS2305
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

No textbook needed. Lectures are good, because information is clear, he tells you the important things that will be on the test, tests are based off of the lecture and are really easy IF you pay attention in class. No homework assignments, and an easy going professor who cares a lot about making the test questions fair for students.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: 2305
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

His lectures are clear. He presents the material that will be on the test, but like any class, you must read the book to get an A. He may come across as if he will not work with you, but if you communicate with him, he is amazingly helpful. Very gracious with a big humanitarian heart. I would take him again.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: POLISCI2305
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Pretty easy. Only 3 tests though. Gave test outline so you know what to study. Death by Powerpoint but it's not so bad

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: POL2303
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He's an amazing professor. I made an A+ in the class but I put in a lot of my effort. It takes some hard work and dedication but it's well worth it. People saying he sucks are lazy to be honest because to me he was very fair.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: 2301
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

He is a interesting professor. Take him if you want to learn.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: POLS2304
• 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:

Easy to work with

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: POL2301
• 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 thoroughly enjoy his class. His lectures were engaging and interesting as he incorporates modern politics. Like most class, you have to work hard for your grade. Overall, great class.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: POLS2304
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Nice guy and inconsistent teaching. This is more of a Chinese Govt class.Tests are unclear because there could be several correct answers.Powerpoints do not really help because the tests do not reflect lectures or reviews.