Boris Nikolov - Towson University

Professor: Boris Nikolov

Department: TBD

College: Towson University

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: ANTH367
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Prof Nikolov is very nice and has a clear syllabus for this online course (Pandemic). I have had him before and he is very nice and approachable. Had 10 weekly worksheets that helped with the study guides he have for the 2 tests, and one final paper on a topic of our choosing. Interesting range of topics all about the Middle East and its history

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: ANTH364
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He is a solid professor. You just have to be sure to do all of the readings because there are random quizzes that go in depth on the readings.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: ANTH207
• Grade Received: C+
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I took this class during the pandemic. Boris is gets off topic a lot during lectures and it is easy to not pay attention. He has you do homework every week, it is usually a worksheet. His video reviews are not that hard if you write a lot.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: ANTH364
• 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:

I enjoyed this class's pacing as it was a Summer online class, the professor was very accommodating and the info was interesting. Weekly discussion posts that were mini essays, short essays midterm, and a final paper. Did not really need the text book if you attended online sessions (that were also recorded) and views PP slides he posted. Nice man.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: ANT207
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I thought he was amazing. He does have a boring and soft voice, but he is well educated and knows what he is talking about. He wants you to learn. You will have to read and have a couple homework assignments and a paper in the end. He randomly gives quizzes about the readings. Overall, I thought he was amazing

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: ANTHRO367
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

There are 2 tests, 1 (10-12pg) paper, and weekly assignments that are on the readings. The readings are long and boring. Attendance is mandatory. The class is lecture heavy and so boring, he doesn't use PowerPoints so you have to listen closely.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: ANTH207
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Class isn't bad, it's hard to understand at times if you're not knowledgeable in this subject. His lectures are boring, though. He posts his powerpoints to Blackboard so study from there, don't waste your time in class. Actually study for the tests too, theyre hard.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: ANTH207
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Class was generally easy. Lots of readings that are very long and pop quizzes are given on the readings. One 3 paged writing assignment that was very easy. There are 3 test throughout the course and as long as you review the study guide he gives out you will score well. Lectures can be very boring at times but all powerpoints are on blackboard.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: ANTH207
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

If you rated Professor Nikolov badly, it's because you didn't read or you got caught using your phone in class. The professor is INCREDIBLY KNOWLEDGEABLE in the subjects that he teaches, and forces students to think of their answers during class. Very engaging during lectures. Just do the assigned readings, use the study guides, and you'll do well!

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: ANT207
• Grade Received: C+
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I took his class my first semester after transferring to towson and I regretted it. Most of the information he gives during the lecture isn't even on the test he gives. It's a must you buy the book or YOU WILL FAIL. With his strict no technology policy I wasn't even able to pull up my e book during class to see what was he even talking about.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: ANT207
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Everyone saying he is not a good professor just does not want to read. He is very knowledgeable about this material and you will need to stay on top of the readings to understand the lecture. He is very smart and a nice person. He will answer questions for you but make sure they are not questions that you would probably know if you did the reading.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: ANTH207
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Boris is not as bad as people say. He is monotone. The class is challenging but not impossible to pass. There are many papers to read and videos to watch. You have to pay attention in class. The textbook is necessary. Final is not cumulative: just a test. 3 Test, 1 essay, and Video notes: You don't have to be accurate/ just write anything.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: ANTH207
• Grade Received: D+
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

This professor is one of the most boring at Towson. He has a strict no technology policy that he won't mind stopping the class to remind you of if he sees a laptop or phone. Doesn't take attendance but gives random worksheets throughout the semester that he uses for a participation grade. His lectures are the most dreadful things I've ever sat in.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: ANTH207
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

He's not the most interesting/personable professor. Class is heavily dependent on the textbook and powerpoints that are posted on blackboard. Attendance really not mandatory, just make sure you know when the test dates are. 3 total test (including the final) and only a handful of work to be turned in on backboard. Fairly simple class!

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: ANTH367
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Professor Nikolov wants his students to do well. He is so knowledgable on the Middle East. After taking his class, I gained more than I ever could have imagined on the Middle East from just one class. He expects a lot so don't take this class unless you're seriously interested in gaining more insight on the Middle East.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: ANTH207
• Grade Received: B-
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Teaches very well in the lectures but has an "off" personality, does not understand personal excuses.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: ANTH207
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Good person

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: ANTH367
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

His class was lecture heavy but it's an interesting topic. You don't really have to read the readings but they show up on the tests later. 2 tests, 2 news updates, small country presentation and a final paper is it for grading. Make sure to participate in class. He's a nice teacher, I don't get the dislike from so many people. Not a hard class

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: ANTH367
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Really dont understand the negative reviews. Class is lecture heavy yes, but the lectures are interesting, relevant, and easy to follow. There is a good deal of reading, but thats to be expected in an upper level anth class. Grading is more than fair, gives study guides for tests with page numbers. Likes you if you participate.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: ANTH207
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He had a good sense of humor. Take good notes. And just keep up with material and it's not bad.