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","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/317964","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:16.232999+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3MTQxMzUx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:317964","instructor_name":"David Canon","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2022-12-15 20:10:00 +0000 UTC","comment":"I loved having Professor Canon so much. His lectures are great, and he definitely values education rather than research or grades. This class takes some work, but it's not necessarily difficult. The exams are easy to prepare for, as he gives you a list of everything that could be on them. I would for sure recommend this class with Dr. Canon!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/317964","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:16.232999+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2OTc3NzYy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:317964","instructor_name":"David Canon","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2022-12-05 23:01:58 +0000 UTC","comment":"Grade is based off 2 midterms, a final, and discussion section. Canon provides study sheets for every exam which are very useful. Exam content is fair, equally based off of reading & lecture content. This class is hard for being elementary level, leans more intermediate level. Do not take just for social science breadth- there are easier ones","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/317964","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:16.232999+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2OTI3MDg5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:317964","instructor_name":"David Canon","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2022-11-30 22:19:42 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Canon is truly an amazing guy. He is very knowledgeable, and it is clear that he has a passion for government and teaching. The class is graded off of 2 Midterms, the Final, and Discussion Section which can make it challenging, however, if you put in the work and keep up with the notes you'll be fine. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/317964","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:16.232999+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2NzUzNjQz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:317964","instructor_name":"David Canon","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2022-10-30 22:19:49 +0000 UTC","comment":"DO NOT TAKE THIS CLASS! Canon is the most unhelpful professor ever. Even if you attend every lecture, take notes, and go to discussion, you will barely make it. His midterms and final are graded so heavily, I barely passed.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/317964","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:16.232999+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NzA2ODk4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:317964","instructor_name":"David Canon","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2022-01-06 00:37:32 +0000 UTC","comment":"As far as professors go, Professor Canon is a pretty good choice. He's likable and a fine lecturer, if not particularly engaging. You definitely need to do the reading, but if you do and pay attention in lecture/discussion, you should do just fine on the tests. He definitely cares that his students leave as more informed and participatory citizens.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/317964","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:16.232999+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NTc3ODMw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:317964","instructor_name":"David Canon","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2021-12-17 19:40:12 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Canon is a great teacher who is always willing to help his students","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/317964","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:16.232999+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NTYwNTQz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:317964","instructor_name":"David Canon","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2021-12-16 19:21:17 +0000 UTC","comment":"You can tell Prof Canon cares a lot about all of the topics he discusses. He is very good at explaining things in a clear and concise way and I loved going to his lectures. He is always available to answer questions and his exams were very fair. Prof Canon is awesome, you know he is truly passionate about his class and what he is teaching.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/317964","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:16.232999+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NDQ5NTUz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:317964","instructor_name":"David Canon","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2021-12-10 02:03:03 +0000 UTC","comment":"I love Prof. Canon. Super interesting guy who I talked with a couple times in office hours. 104 is very reading intensive but he goes over all the reading in class. Wouldn't skip lectures, however, he does add onto several things require for the final.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/317964","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:16.232999+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1MzQ3OTUx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:317964","instructor_name":"David Canon","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2021-12-02 18:05:45 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Canon is a very interesting and respectable lecturer and professor. He truly wants you to succeed in his class and offers many opportunities to do well. It is reading heavy but it's a manageable workload.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/317964","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:16.232999+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0NzY0MDgy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:317964","instructor_name":"David Canon","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2021-05-11 16:35:07 +0000 UTC","comment":"Prof. Canon is a very respected professor in American politics and is a great prof for the intro class. I would highly recommend taking Canon. During online, our exams were in essay form rather than the normal in-person tests. I thought the essays took much longer and were graded on somewhat unclear criteria but that is my only complaint.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/317964","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:16.232999+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0NzYxODY4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:317964","instructor_name":"David Canon","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2021-05-11 08:24:25 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Canon is such an amazing person. I had a problem getting my textbook shipped overseas and he was able to find a solution for me. He is just so nice and caring. He is very knowledgeable and respected in his field. He wrote the textbook we used too so his lectures were easy to follow through. This class was tough but the prof was worth it!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/317964","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:16.232999+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0Njc1Nzgx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:317964","instructor_name":"David Canon","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2021-05-01 17:22:51 +0000 UTC","comment":"In regards to teaching Professor Canon is an amazing lecturer. You can tell he is very passionate about the material and his content is easy to understand. However, his essay tests are extreme and require a lot of time. The final is 3000+ words. Even my 500+ level courses have not expected me to write so much, especially during a pandemic.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/317964","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:16.232999+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0NjIzMTQ5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:317964","instructor_name":"David Canon","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2021-04-26 07:55:25 +0000 UTC","comment":"Extremely sweet and understanding. Explains concepts well and replies to emails on time. Willing to help and designed coursework well.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/317964","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:16.232999+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0NjIxNjc0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:317964","instructor_name":"David Canon","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2021-04-26 02:07:54 +0000 UTC","comment":"This class was structured very well and if you attend all lectures and discussions you will learn a lot. The exams were all essays and they were very time-consuming and required a lot of applied thinking. The homework assignments are basically a guaranteed A. Would recommend if you are interested in politics.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/317964","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:16.232999+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMzMDM1OTQ0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:317964","instructor_name":"David Canon","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2020-04-08 21:00:54 +0000 UTC","comment":"Gives great foundation for political science, very applicable in real life. Wrote both of the textbooks, TED is a must read, otherwise lecture covers it. Save time and read chapter outlines that he posts on canvas for textbook. Ask for review sheet early on and take notes on it, all you need to study for exams. TA's helpful! Highly recommend!!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/317964","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:16.232999+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxODI0MTE4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:317964","instructor_name":"David Canon","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2019-05-09 15:38:23 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Canon was great - his lectures were to the point and taught pretty much exactly what would be on the test. If you stay on top of the readings and attend most of the lectures, the tests will be fairly easy for you. Keep your discussion worksheets, as they're useful to study from, and attend the review sessions before each exam.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/317964","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:16.232999+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxNjU2MDUw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:317964","instructor_name":"David Canon","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2019-04-23 21:36:28 +0000 UTC","comment":"Lectures are drawn out and can be quite boring. But hes a fun teacher and really knows his stuff, and makes it very easy to understand.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/317964","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:16.232999+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxMTgzMTY0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:317964","instructor_name":"David Canon","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2019-01-01 18:30:57 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Canon inspired me to want to major in Political Science when I had him my first semester Freshman year. I absolutely loved his class - he is very much respected and is a clear, insightful, and intelligent person. The tests are straightforward - not easy, but very fair. Reading is manageable. If you have the chance, take his class!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/317964","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:16.232999+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4MTc0MjMw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:317964","instructor_name":"David Canon","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2017-05-01 15:04:07 +0000 UTC","comment":"great prof and he picks out great TAs. learned so much!! not an easy class but worth it.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/317964","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:16.232999+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3NjE1MDE3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:317964","instructor_name":"David Canon","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2016-12-23 22:51:14 +0000 UTC","comment":"For a political class (especially during the election) he was extremely objective and gave awesome lectures. He was always interesting to listen to and kept the class engaging by incorporating a lot of current events and real life examples. Definitely recommend him and this class.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/317964","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:16.232999+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3NjE0NTYx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:317964","instructor_name":"David Canon","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2016-12-23 21:24:41 +0000 UTC","comment":"David Canon is probably one of the best professors I have had at this school! He is incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about politics, it's almost impossible to not enjoy his lectures. There is a ton of reading, but most of it is very interesting. The exams are relatively easy as long as you keep up on the readings and attend lectures.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/317964","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:16.232999+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3MDAwMTk2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:317964","instructor_name":"David Canon","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2016-09-28 16:59:15 +0000 UTC","comment":"He is a wonderful professor who loves to answer questions and help you be successful. His tests are pretty hard.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/317964","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:16.232999+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI2ODE4NTYz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:317964","instructor_name":"David Canon","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2016-07-20 03:00:53 +0000 UTC","comment":"Canon is a standup guy & great professor! He's very organized, informative, and he  gives out really good study guides. Even though this is a politics class, he keeps it objective, showing no political favoritism. There is a lot of reading, but if you follow the politics, you'll understand most of it beforehand. Make sure you also read TED!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/317964","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:16.232999+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI2NTMyODIz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:317964","instructor_name":"David Canon","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2016-05-10 21:19:12 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Canon is a great professor! The class requires a lot of reading which is what a lot of the discussions are based off of, and where a few test questions come from. He's clearly very knowledgable in his field, and great at answering questions and clarifying. Good class for learning about gov. and what's going on in the world!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/317964","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:16.232999+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI2NTE2OTI1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:317964","instructor_name":"David Canon","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2016-05-09 18:25:51 +0000 UTC","comment":"Go to lecture because he adds a lot of commentary along with the slides that will be ontest. Assigns aa TON of reading. I didn't do it and got an AB, but I'm sure it would help a lot with exams/wouldn't need to go to lecture then maybe. Grade is literally just tests and discussion attendance. Professor is very nice.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/317964","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:16.232999+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI2NDUzNzg0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:317964","instructor_name":"David Canon","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2016-05-03 17:45:02 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Canon knows what he's talking about and is very thorough and clear in his lectures. He helped write both the books necessary for the class, and it's important to read them and not get behind. He tries to keep lectures interesting, always holds helpful review sessions, and is overall a great guy!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/317964","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:16.232999+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0MTU5MzQ5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:317964","instructor_name":"David Canon","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2014-12-21 01:41:46 +0000 UTC","comment":"Canon is an outstanding professor. Makes the power lecture interesting and knows his stuff. Tough class. Put in the effort and you'll get a good grade. Weekly short writings depending on your TA. 3 exams, with MC and IDs. A lot of reading throughout the course. Study a lot and it will pay off. Don't get behind. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/317964","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:16.232999+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0MDk1ODY1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:317964","instructor_name":"David Canon","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2014-12-16 00:22:24 +0000 UTC","comment":"This class has a ton of reading that you're going to want to do all of. The tests are tough, but if you do all of the homework (100 pages of reading a week) and take good notes you will set yourself up for success. Definitely required a ton of effort but you will learn a ton about American government. Highly recommend if you're ready for the work.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/317964","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:16.232999+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0MDM5ODk4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:317964","instructor_name":"David Canon","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2014-12-11 17:29:49 +0000 UTC","comment":"I absolutely love Dave! He is very passionate about politics. He is extremely helpful and gives you the coursemidtermfinal expectations in organized review sheets. His lectures are long sometimes, but interesting and relevant. Attend lecture and disscussion, do the readingshomework, study, and you will be fine. Canon also has a great humor!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/317964","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:16.232999+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIzOTI1MzU5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:317964","instructor_name":"David Canon","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2014-12-02 16:25:40 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Canon is extremely helpful. He gives study guides for all tests, they are long, but still helpful. Lots of reading, but if you keep up and study hard for midterms and finals off of the study guide you will be fine. He is actually really funny at times, super nice, helpful, and crazy smart. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/317964","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:16.232999+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIzNzYyMTI4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:317964","instructor_name":"David Canon","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2014-11-06 21:01:43 +0000 UTC","comment":"I love having Professor Canon for this class. He is very helpful, very knowledgable and you can tell he truly enjoys what he does. His review sessions are very helpful because he lets you ask any questions that you may have about the exam. One of the best professors I've had here, he definitely takes pride in what he does!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/317964","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:16.232999+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIzNjIyNzk4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:317964","instructor_name":"David Canon","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2014-10-01 14:55:08 +0000 UTC","comment":"If you go to class and take good notes, you will do well. I only skimmed the readings and read the bolded text in the textbook. Memorize terms before the test. The small amount of extra credit there is is only based on lecture material. He is great at lecturing and knows how to make class fascinating. PARTICIPATE IN DISCUSSION.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/317964","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:16.232999+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyNzA3MTIw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:317964","instructor_name":"David Canon","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2014-01-06 19:00:33 +0000 UTC","comment":"David was the best professor I have had during my time at Madison. He is very passionate about the material and really wants his students to succeed. Lecture was very interesting and the textbook was extremely well written and easy to read. Overall I recommend this class taught by Prof. Canon to anyone.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/317964","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:16.232999+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyNjQ5NDI0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:317964","instructor_name":"David Canon","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2013-12-24 00:30:12 +0000 UTC","comment":"Great professor who obviously loves what he does.  Was completely unbiased on issues when discussing the current state of our government even though Madison is a very liberal city.  Nice not to have views pushed on me","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/317964","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:16.232999+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyNTE2NTE0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:317964","instructor_name":"David Canon","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2013-12-11 22:36:01 +0000 UTC","comment":"I loved this class with Canon. He is very clear and explains things well. There is a ton of reading, but it is not essential to know it in depth, so skimming or reading the abstracts before articles is enough. He also provides a detail review sheet with everything that will be on each test. And no homework besides reading.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/317964","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:16.232999+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEyMTAzMDIx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:317964","instructor_name":"David Canon","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2006-07-25 10:56:48 +0000 UTC","comment":"This man really knows his stuff.  He is very personable.  Power lectures can be a little intense, especially because he only pauses to take a drink of water.  No papers, only exams (with short essay questions).  Really great professor.  Would take him again.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/317964","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:16.232999+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEyMDUxNTEy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:317964","instructor_name":"David Canon","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2006-07-03 14:56:03 +0000 UTC","comment":"Exams are pretty hard and he likes to give review sheets that require you to type 30+ pages on your own just to have an idea of what will be on the exam. He loves to sport bow ties and the class helps you understand politics. Be prepared to study your ass off for BC's and expect lots of reading to do.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/317964","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:16.232999+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTExOTkyODMz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:317964","instructor_name":"David Canon","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2006-06-10 12:49:38 +0000 UTC","comment":"Canon is excellent. His lectures are clear and he is always willing to help you out. The exams can be a little difficult, but if you study you should do well. His TA's are also helpful and make themselves available during exam weeks. See if you can get David R. as your TA.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/317964","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:16.232999+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTExODgyNDYy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:317964","instructor_name":"David Canon","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2006-05-13 20:15:16 +0000 UTC","comment":"Tests are really hard, but he's such a nice guy and keeps lecture somewhat interesting, even though I was not interested in the material.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/317964","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:16.232999+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTExODUwMjM2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:317964","instructor_name":"David Canon","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2006-05-09 01:50:09 +0000 UTC","comment":"Very clear in lectures.  Exams are not bad if you do the reading and attend lectures.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/317964","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:16.232999+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTExNzMxNDQ1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:317964","instructor_name":"David Canon","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2006-04-19 19:19:24 +0000 UTC","comment":"very informed. interesting material, well presented, keeps you engaged even in a power lecture. all-around nice guy.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/317964","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:16.232999+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTExNjUzNTUz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:317964","instructor_name":"David Canon","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2006-04-04 01:33:04 +0000 UTC","comment":"I've never met anyone who didn't love this guy.  He makes class interesting, and I still don't know what party he belongs to. You should probably go to class, becuase half the test material comes from lecture.  I think the tests are fair and if you put in the time you WILL get a good grade, but that means you should study!!!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/317964","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:16.232999+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2NTE2MzE=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:317964","instructor_name":"David Canon","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2005-04-18 15:29:40 +0000 UTC","comment":"He's a good professor. He knows what he is doing. He is friendly and he takes the time to answer questions. There is A LOT of reading, but the readings help you understand the lectures/discussions.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/317964","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:16.232999+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0MzAwMjk=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:317964","instructor_name":"David Canon","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2005-03-08 00:59:53 +0000 UTC","comment":"David T. is awesome, he is so cute!  You def need to study alot for this class, but its worth it!  Join the facebook club.."We love David T."","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/317964","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:16.232999+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMzMTIzOTQ=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:317964","instructor_name":"David Canon","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2005-02-02 11:39:01 +0000 UTC","comment":"Prof. Canon really did make the class interesting. Coming from someone who didn't know a whole lot about politics before, I really enjoy it now. And almost everything is relevant in issues that you see in the news today. Hard work but worth it.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/317964","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:16.232999+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMyMjE4NDU=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:317964","instructor_name":"David Canon","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2005-01-14 11:37:43 +0000 UTC","comment":"Amazing professor! Incredibly willing to help anyone and responds quickly and clearly to any questions in emails.  This class is tough, so be prepared to spend hours in the library before exams, but an A is possible. I highly!! recommend Professor Canon!! He has the cutest personality!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/317964","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:16.232999+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxMzM2ODY=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:317964","instructor_name":"David Canon","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2004-12-30 17:31:16 +0000 UTC","comment":"Great Class!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/317964","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:16.232999+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxMTY3NTI=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:317964","instructor_name":"David Canon","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2004-12-26 21:47:21 +0000 UTC","comment":"Awesome teacher. Knows everything about American politics, lectures are very helpul. Fair and straight forward. Really learned a lot from this class. Would definitely recommend taking his class.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/317964","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:16.232999+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMwODI3ODE=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:317964","instructor_name":"David Canon","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2004-12-20 18:11:50 +0000 UTC","comment":"Great professor, I'm actually really sad that the course is over.  Was friendly and took time to make sure everyone understood.  Also did his best to make material interesting with funny anecdotes.  I would recommend his class to anyone.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/317964","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:16.232999+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMwNDcwNDI=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:317964","instructor_name":"David Canon","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2004-12-16 15:56:05 +0000 UTC","comment":"Good guy--knows what he's doing and takes time to make sure everyone understands","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/317964","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:16.232999+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMwMzg4MTA=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:317964","instructor_name":"David Canon","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2004-12-15 22:57:25 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Canon is a cool guy. If youre going to take this class, DO THE READINGS. ALL OF THEM. Your screwed if you dont. He does a good job at making the class as interesting as it possibly can be. He is very helpful. In a class of over 300, he still takes time out to see if anyone has questions.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/317964","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:16.232999+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMwMTcxMjE=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:317964","instructor_name":"David Canon","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2004-12-14 14:43:09 +0000 UTC","comment":"He is an amazing teacher and really makes the once boring topic of government and political science interesting. Keep up with readings and go to office hours with questions. He's very helpfull. Amazing guy, definately take this class!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/317964","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:16.232999+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMwMDg3MDE=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:317964","instructor_name":"David Canon","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2004-12-13 21:15:41 +0000 UTC","comment":"If you don't like tricky multiple choice tests, this class is not for you. You must go to class and do the readings or the class will be a struggle. Otherwise the prof. is really nice and really knows the subject.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/317964","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:16.232999+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5ODI3MDk=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:317964","instructor_name":"David Canon","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2004-12-11 01:29:19 +0000 UTC","comment":"awesome guy!  he knows practically everything and actually makes politics kind of interesting.  (he even has pics of his family/kids on his course site! so cute)","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/317964","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:16.232999+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5NDY3NjY=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:317964","instructor_name":"David Canon","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2004-12-08 13:02:22 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Canon is an amazing teacher! I am now seriously considering being a Poli. Sci. major after taking this class! Definitely take this course!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/317964","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:16.232999+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4OTc1MjI=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:317964","instructor_name":"David Canon","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2004-12-03 10:12:56 +0000 UTC","comment":"This professor devotes EVERYTHING to his teaching, and knows almost everything. Even though I wasn't very interested in the class, he did an excellent job teaching. Lectures REALLY help out for the tests.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/317964","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:16.232999+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4OTQ1NTQ=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:317964","instructor_name":"David Canon","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2004-12-02 22:51:58 +0000 UTC","comment":"I enjoyed having this class. At times Canon talks too fast but overall I learned a lot and I felt confident with him as a teacher.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/317964","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:16.232999+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4OTIzODg=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:317964","instructor_name":"David Canon","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2004-12-02 19:59:34 +0000 UTC","comment":"Keep up with the readings...once you get behind you're screwed!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/317964","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:16.232999+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4OTIxMzU=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:317964","instructor_name":"David Canon","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2004-12-02 19:36:01 +0000 UTC","comment":"Excellent professor! easy class if you read the book, and e-reserves. Lectures were informative. and fun. The guy knows EVERYTHING!! If you take poli sci, take Canon, very, very good.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/317964","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:16.232999+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4OTEyMDI=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:317964","instructor_name":"David Canon","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2004-12-02 18:16:46 +0000 UTC","comment":"Guy's a genius, can answer just about any question thrown at him, and he's fun too.  big minnesota sports fans, particularly the twins.  tests arent bad if you just study the stuff he tells you to.  great professor, take him","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/317964","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:16.232999+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4ODM1MjQ=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:317964","instructor_name":"David Canon","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2004-12-02 01:51:50 +0000 UTC","comment":"Very clear, know's his material very well","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/317964","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:16.232999+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4ODAzODk=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:317964","instructor_name":"David Canon","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2004-12-01 21:11:21 +0000 UTC","comment":"great teacher, tells you exactly what is on test, take him if you can","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/317964","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:16.232999+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4NzkyMDU=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:317964","instructor_name":"David Canon","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2004-12-01 19:34:17 +0000 UTC","comment":"Great professor.  Nice guy.  Tests were difficult but nothing you couldn't pass with some quality study time.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/317964","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:16.232999+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4NjE0MjY=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:317964","instructor_name":"David Canon","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2004-11-30 13:10:34 +0000 UTC","comment":"This guy is great! he really knows his stuff and makes material very interesting","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/317964","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:16.232999+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4NTcwOTM=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:317964","instructor_name":"David Canon","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2004-11-29 22:29:12 +0000 UTC","comment":"i learned so much from this class! it was amazing!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/317964","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:16.232999+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4NTU2NDA=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:317964","instructor_name":"David Canon","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2004-11-29 20:18:48 +0000 UTC","comment":"Tough course. He's very smart. Books are SUPER boring though.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/317964","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:16.232999+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI2NzY2NTY=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:317964","instructor_name":"David Canon","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2004-11-08 15:42:45 +0000 UTC","comment":"Great Professor!!!  Knows his stuff!!!  Great course!!!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/317964","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:47.842590+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIzMzQ2ODMz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:194372","instructor_name":"John Coleman","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2014-06-05 01:34:51 +0000 UTC","comment":"A very good instructor. He does his best to make the topic of American politics and government interesting. Read the book. It'll help tremendously and go to lecture. His lectures are easy to understand; plus he records his lecture which is very relevant if you do have to miss class. Exams are based on lectures and the textbook.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/194372","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:47.842590+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIzMjczOTk5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:194372","instructor_name":"John Coleman","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2014-05-18 17:50:01 +0000 UTC","comment":"Prof. Coleman is great! He teaches PoliSci without bias (which is a major accomplishment) and really wants students to understand the material. If you've ever had an American Govt. class before you will find this class to be a breeze. Unfortunately Prof. Coleman is leaving UW at the end of this semester so you be able to take this class with him.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/194372","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:47.842590+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIzMTMzNTIy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:194372","instructor_name":"John Coleman","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2014-04-30 17:07:34 +0000 UTC","comment":"Coleman is super smart, well-spoken, and un-biased. He coordinates well with the text book (he co-wrote it, too), and his tests were all multiple choice and pretty easy! We had 3 tests including the final and one paper. He put all his lectures online so you don't have to go to class if you don't want to.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/194372","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:47.842590+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyODM3NDQ1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:194372","instructor_name":"John Coleman","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2014-02-12 16:11:58 +0000 UTC","comment":"Amazing professor!!! Knows his stuff and articulates it very clearly. He's got a great sense of humor.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/194372","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:47.842590+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTExNjkyODk1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:194372","instructor_name":"John Coleman","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2006-04-11 15:51:41 +0000 UTC","comment":"I agree with most of the other comments. Studying more probably won't do you much good.  Just go to lectures, listen, enjoy it, and then study your lecture notes.  All in all he's a great guy, very intelligent, and he keeps class moving.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/194372","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:47.842590+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTExMzc3NTcy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:194372","instructor_name":"John Coleman","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2006-01-17 17:34:18 +0000 UTC","comment":"Amazing professor.  Sometimes the information gets a little dull, but that's political science for you.  He is very passionate about the subject and knows what he is talking about.  It was fun learning from him.  His tests are REALLY easy.  There are maybe two or three tricky questions on each test.  I'm a science major and getting an A was easy.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/194372","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:47.842590+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTExMzcyNDI4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:194372","instructor_name":"John Coleman","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2006-01-16 21:21:02 +0000 UTC","comment":"i like the guy, but it was hard.  especially if you don't know much about poli sci to begin with. i thought the exams were kind of torture and even if i had spent days straight studying, i wouldn't have done any better.  but coleman is a great guy.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/194372","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:47.842590+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTExMDU3NTA4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:194372","instructor_name":"John Coleman","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2005-12-05 18:31:55 +0000 UTC","comment":"This was the first class I ever fell asleep in.  The man may know his stuff and love Political Science but generally lectures are long and dull.  I've been to about 4 all year and have an AB average in the class.  If you got to discussion and read the material, don't torture yourself with the lecture, especially if you've done any poli sci before.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/194372","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:47.842590+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEwOTY2NTk4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:194372","instructor_name":"John Coleman","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2005-11-21 22:05:49 +0000 UTC","comment":"He kept class exciting by doing funny things everyday.  As long as you talk good notes you will learn a lot and do well on the tests.  I highly suggest taking his class.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/194372","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:47.842590+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEwNjk1NTMx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:194372","instructor_name":"John Coleman","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2005-11-03 16:24:12 +0000 UTC","comment":"Coleman is a very good lecturer. He is well prepared, a smooth speaker, and makes everything very clear. He is good at incorporating video clips as examples and this helps the long lectures go quicker. Tests were what I expected, not too bad. He also likes to do something goofy each lecture.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/194372","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:47.842590+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2MjgxNDE=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:194372","instructor_name":"John Coleman","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2005-04-14 14:18:17 +0000 UTC","comment":"tests are straight forward. if you study and understand the information, you'll do well. lectures are a little boring, but he usually does at least one goofy thing each class. definitely recommend him.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/194372","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:47.842590+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2MTMzNTQ=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:194372","instructor_name":"John Coleman","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2005-04-12 21:38:54 +0000 UTC","comment":"Although the American Government system is not the most interesting subject, he makes the class very interesting.  Power Point lectures are easy to follow, and Simpson's cartoon clips make power lectures bearable.  The book is also easy to understand.  Definitely recommend him for this class.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/194372","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:47.842590+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMyNjAzMzY=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:194372","instructor_name":"John Coleman","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2005-01-21 18:59:32 +0000 UTC","comment":"He was a great professor. His lectures were well prepared, and he always made it interesting and fun. His tests were hard, but it's a class worth taking.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/194372","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:47.842590+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMyNDMzMjQ=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:194372","instructor_name":"John Coleman","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2005-01-18 23:52:29 +0000 UTC","comment":"Coleman is a great professor.  Anyone is lucky to get him.  He has power point slides along with a detailed explanation of all of the main points.  He doesn't rush through material and would rather cut it short than cram a lot of information in.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/194372","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:47.842590+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMwMzk5NjY=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:194372","instructor_name":"John Coleman","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2004-12-16 00:46:52 +0000 UTC","comment":"He is really funny and made the power lectures go by quickly by showing funny clips from "The Simpsons" relevant to the class.  He is very knowledgeable and seems interested in getting his students to learn.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/194372","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:47.842590+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4OTgwMDI=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:194372","instructor_name":"John Coleman","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2004-12-03 10:53:20 +0000 UTC","comment":"I loved this class!  Professor Coleman is a great teacher, you learn a ton and I usually thought lecture was intersting.  He is just so funny.  It is pretty hard but if you do the work you can do pretty well.  Not an easy A though.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/194372","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:47.842590+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4OTIxOTU=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:194372","instructor_name":"John Coleman","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2004-12-02 19:42:02 +0000 UTC","comment":"Coleman is Great.  His tests are tough though, but studying will get you an AB.  What I really like is he presents politics in a humorous,   \r unbiased, and very informative way.  I thought readings were interesting.  I recommend Coleman.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/194372","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:47.842590+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4OTIwMDY=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:194372","instructor_name":"John Coleman","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2004-12-02 19:23:00 +0000 UTC","comment":"The tests are really hard.  Try and take this class with someone else.  I had hopes of this being my favorite class and it is not.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/194372","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:30:48.280586+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyNDgzNzE5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:388704","instructor_name":"Jon Pevehouse","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2013-12-09 21:26:36 +0000 UTC","comment":"He is the best professor/teacher I have ever had. He's hilarious, extremely intelligent, and can make even boring topics interesting. I honestly think he's cooler than me.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/388704","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:30:48.280586+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyNDEwMzYx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:388704","instructor_name":"Jon Pevehouse","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2013-12-02 00:58:45 +0000 UTC","comment":"Interesting lecturer and has a great sense of humor. Not the absolute easiest class for a 100 level but definitely a B. thoroughly enjoyed him","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/388704","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:26:13.170810+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3NzE4ODc2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:200640","instructor_name":"Kenneth Mayer","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2023-04-25 23:18:56 +0000 UTC","comment":"Prof. Mayer is a really good, funny guy and he was good at lecturing but this class was SOOOOO incredibly boring I couldn't even bring myself to do the work. There was a LOT of reading and I found it so boring that I lost all motivation, I took AP Gov in highschool which helped me do well on the tests. Avoid if you aren't interested in politics!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/200640","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:26:13.170810+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2MzA1NTMy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:200640","instructor_name":"Kenneth Mayer","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2022-05-11 02:40:52 +0000 UTC","comment":"You aren't graded on anything besides the midterm and final exam, so if you do poorly on the midterm it's almost impossible to catch up. He's a funny guy, but the class isn't structured in a way that gets your attention and keeps you engaged in the lecture. It's hard to retain the info when there's virtually no way to stay engaged with class. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/200640","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:26:13.170810+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2Mjc1MTAw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:200640","instructor_name":"Kenneth Mayer","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2022-05-07 22:14:23 +0000 UTC","comment":"Sometimes he could be a bit dry but other times he got a good laugh. He can get on tangents really easily and drone on about the material on the slides but does not fail to convey the material clearly. He may not be the world's most interesting lecturer but he is a really good teacher. You will undoubtedly learn something from him.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/200640","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:26:13.170810+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0MjQ0ODg0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:200640","instructor_name":"Kenneth Mayer","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2021-01-06 18:58:47 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Mayer was incredible! He's super knowledgeable and definitely knows what he's talking about, but makes it easy to follow in lectures. At the time of taking this class, it was an election season so I feel like we did more talking about that than anything, but it was still a great class.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/200640","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:26:13.170810+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0MjM4MzI0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:200640","instructor_name":"Kenneth Mayer","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2021-01-05 13:32:36 +0000 UTC","comment":"Lectures were just covering current events and reviewing the textbook most of the time, so I would generally either read the textbook or go to the lecture, but wouldn't do both. Professor Mayer was very nice, and loved to answer questions.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/200640","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:26:13.170810+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0MDY5OTEx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:200640","instructor_name":"Kenneth Mayer","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2020-12-14 20:39:53 +0000 UTC","comment":"Grade was made up primarily of two essays and discussion participation so almost entirely based on who your TA is. Prof Mayer is a great guy and kept content relevant by relating it to current events. Textbook, supplemental readings, and lecture overlap a lot and a basic understanding of them is enough to get involved during discussion.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/200640","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:26:13.170810+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxMTY2MTY0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:200640","instructor_name":"Kenneth Mayer","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2018-12-28 01:57:07 +0000 UTC","comment":"Great professor! There are a lot of readings but he explained the content well and used current events to illustrate key concepts (while being relatively unbiased and funny). Discussion is 25% of the grade and two midterms and a final make up the rest. If you go to lecture then you should have little to no problem getting at least a B.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/200640","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:26:13.170810+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxMDA4MTkz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:200640","instructor_name":"Kenneth Mayer","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2018-12-13 18:31:37 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Mayer is an amazing teacher. He clearly knows what he's talking about, and his humor makes the class enjoyable. He makes the subject easy to understand. His class is relatively easy if you show up and pay attention and you're willing to put in an average amount of effort. You definitely don't need to read the textbook.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/200640","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:26:13.170810+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMwMDU1Nzk4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:200640","instructor_name":"Kenneth Mayer","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2018-05-10 12:44:30 +0000 UTC","comment":"The tests are very fair if you go to lecture and take good notes, plus they are curved. He also puts study guides online that are very helpful and outline key ideas. Be sure to keep up with current events because they pop up on every test. Questions can be very specific so pay attention in lecture, and you also don't need to buy the textbook.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/200640","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:26:13.170810+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5ODEyODQx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:200640","instructor_name":"Kenneth Mayer","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2018-04-16 13:56:32 +0000 UTC","comment":"Very funny lecturer and knows his stuff, but the power lectures do feel very long when covering such basic topics. Asks current events questions on tests that he does not include in lectures. Tests are hard but curved. Asks trick questions so pay attention to lecture slides. Skimming the readings and understanding main ideas will be okay for HW.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/200640","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:26:13.170810+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5MzI4MzMx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:200640","instructor_name":"Kenneth Mayer","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2017-12-24 01:36:43 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Mayer is funny and his lectures are interesting. Readings were too heavy and tests were extremely difficult even when you have studied a lot. His liberal views were fairly clear in lecture as well. I learned a lot from this class and like Professor Mayer, but I wish my grade was a better reflection of how much work I put into the class.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/200640","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:26:13.170810+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4OTQxNDQw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:200640","instructor_name":"Kenneth Mayer","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2017-11-20 17:28:12 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Mayer is a nice person, and knows a lot about political science. His lectures are usually interesting so that helps, but it's a lot of information. I found this course to be difficult because it is a lot of memorization of the readings (and there's a bunch of them!) Most of your grade is the exam scores","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/200640","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:26:13.170810+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4NDQ0MjQ1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:200640","instructor_name":"Kenneth Mayer","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2017-06-11 23:02:17 +0000 UTC","comment":"Prof Mayer has such an intense love for political science, and he really knows his stuff. Going to lecture is necessary, as is discussion. His lectures are interesting and really help with clarification. Grades are based on 3 fairly difficult tests and discussion participation, so you have to work for an A. It's  hard, but the class is great.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/200640","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:26:13.170810+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1NzM2MzQ4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:200640","instructor_name":"Kenneth Mayer","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2015-12-16 23:55:46 +0000 UTC","comment":"Good teacher. Lots of boring reading. He has a bad habit of taking drinks in the middle of his sentences. Tests were kind of hard. You only have a short time for the 3 quizzes you take during the year.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/200640","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:26:13.170810+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1Mzc3NDU2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:200640","instructor_name":"Kenneth Mayer","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2015-11-09 23:58:37 +0000 UTC","comment":"Lots of reading, material can be dry as bone sometimes, but he helps to make it interesting during the long lectures.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/200640","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:26:13.170810+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1MDk0OTM4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:200640","instructor_name":"Kenneth Mayer","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2015-08-05 16:19:27 +0000 UTC","comment":"The lectures can get long some days. Looks for specific answers on tests. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/200640","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:26:13.170810+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0NjA0NDA0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:200640","instructor_name":"Kenneth Mayer","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2015-04-15 19:48:47 +0000 UTC","comment":"Prof Mayer is amazing! He knows how to teach American Govt. without inserting his own political agenda and opinion into his lectures.  I genuinely looked forward to class every week! Tests are very fair and clear.  If you put in the effort of going to lecture and discussion, you will do well.  This was by far one of the best classes I took at UW. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/200640","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:26:13.170810+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTExNTQ0MDg0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:200640","instructor_name":"Kenneth Mayer","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2006-03-05 17:39:25 +0000 UTC","comment":"Very easy tests. I didn't do any of the readings and got an A. He is very interesting in lecutre so make sure you go.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/200640","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:26:13.170810+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTExMzEyMTIx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:200640","instructor_name":"Kenneth Mayer","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2006-01-06 00:44:07 +0000 UTC","comment":"awesome prof","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/200640","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:26:13.170810+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTEwMDM1Njkz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:200640","instructor_name":"Kenneth Mayer","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2005-07-18 10:25:21 +0000 UTC","comment":"He is such an entertainer!  Class was never too boring.  On exams, just go for what seems like the obvious answer...he doesn't trick you.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/200640","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:26:13.170810+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwMjI4MjI=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:200640","instructor_name":"Kenneth Mayer","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2005-06-22 16:02:04 +0000 UTC","comment":"Very good professor. He keeps you entertained throughout class and has very easy tests.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/200640","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:26:13.170810+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM4ODE1NDE=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:200640","instructor_name":"Kenneth Mayer","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2005-05-18 07:42:14 +0000 UTC","comment":"easy tests...very easy A","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/200640","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:26:13.170810+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM4MTI3NzY=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:200640","instructor_name":"Kenneth Mayer","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2005-05-08 15:37:58 +0000 UTC","comment":"One of the best classes and professors on campus. A+ would take again.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/200640","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:26:13.170810+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3NjE0MTU=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:200640","instructor_name":"Kenneth Mayer","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2005-05-02 13:31:14 +0000 UTC","comment":"Take this class, with this prof. He is one of the best profs i've had, really funny and very fair. Tests are extremely easy, and the material is interesting.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/200640","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:26:13.170810+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2MDgzNDI=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:200640","instructor_name":"Kenneth Mayer","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2005-04-12 13:07:33 +0000 UTC","comment":"Mayer is one of the best professors at UW Madison. Tests are extremely easy if you do the readings(which are short). His lectures are awesome. It is the only class i haven't missed and the only thing boring about some of them are the material. One day people began to fall asleep, so he let us leave.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/200640","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:26:13.170810+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2MDU3MjY=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:200640","instructor_name":"Kenneth Mayer","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2005-04-12 02:20:06 +0000 UTC","comment":"Prof Mayer is the most fun proffesor I've had here at Madison.  Not only is he funny and interesting but he really knows his stuff.  Also, and this is why I love Madison, Mayer still works in Politics.  Now I don't know specifics but he was interviewed on Fox during the 2004 election. THAT'S AWSOME!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/200640","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:26:13.170810+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMzODQ2NTE=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:200640","instructor_name":"Kenneth Mayer","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2005-02-22 22:41:25 +0000 UTC","comment":"Mayer is funny.  And his humor with the subject matter helps the student relax in potentially unfamiliar territory.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/200640","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:26:13.170810+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMzMDk3NDA=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:200640","instructor_name":"Kenneth Mayer","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2005-02-01 19:29:49 +0000 UTC","comment":"this teacher is amazing, i dont stop laughing in class and yet at the same time he really stays on topic. i HIGHLY recommend it","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/200640","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:26:13.170810+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5MTEyOTI=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:200640","instructor_name":"Kenneth Mayer","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2004-12-05 02:51:39 +0000 UTC","comment":"He really knows his stuff!  Lectures were always interesting (my favorite was when the kindergarteners visited and got to ask us questions about college!), and tests were fair.  Poli sci's not really my thing, but the class was quite enjoyable!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/200640","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:26:13.170810+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE5MjY5ODU=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:200640","instructor_name":"Kenneth Mayer","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2004-04-08 23:10:57 +0000 UTC","comment":"Very hilarious... it keeps class interesting in what could be a boring topic. If you are lucky, he might bring his dog in for class!!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/200640","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:05:34.117050+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxMTU4NzI3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2320160","instructor_name":"Signe Janoska-Bedi","course_label":"POLISCI104","course_id":"POLISCI 104","course_uid":"course_46931ba805a3f9e7507d5db1","review_date":"2018-12-26 21:56:21 +0000 UTC","comment":"I took this course because its one of the intro courses for the political science major, and I think I was pretty lucky to have Prof. Mayer and Sig as my teachers. Sig's all over the place but brings a lot of energy discussion. I felt like he really looked out for me when I was having trouble with class. Office hours were super helpful too.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2320160","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0}]