[{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:57:43.183233+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0MTk0Mzcy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:610304","instructor_name":"Adam Nelson","course_label":"EDPOL412","course_id":"EDPOL/HISTORY 412","course_uid":"course_7ee6ba9cbe4548a50ef23d2e","review_date":"2020-12-24 20:30:58 +0000 UTC","comment":"I wish I could have taken this class in person because Prof. Nelson tried his hardest to make lectures interesting and engaging but sometimes the information was still kind of dry. Two essays, a final exam, and weekly discussion posts assignments are graded by TAs.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/610304","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:57:43.183233+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIxMTM3MDUx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:610304","instructor_name":"Adam Nelson","course_label":"EDPOL412","course_id":"EDPOL/HISTORY 412","course_uid":"course_7ee6ba9cbe4548a50ef23d2e","review_date":"2012-12-20 13:35:00 +0000 UTC","comment":"Challenging, but he made it interesting both in lecture and in section. The first paper was 4 pages, the second was an 8-page research paper. Preparation for final exam is tough; start writing exam terms on notecards ASAP! 118 total terms to know, only 15 on exam and choose 10 to write about, then write essay on a given quotation. Loved this class!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/610304","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:57:43.183233+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE5NjU1NTgw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:610304","instructor_name":"Adam Nelson","course_label":"EDPOL412","course_id":"EDPOL/HISTORY 412","course_uid":"course_7ee6ba9cbe4548a50ef23d2e","review_date":"2012-01-02 22:39:43 +0000 UTC","comment":"Very interesting and engaging! I enjoyed going to lecture! The final exam is very straight-forward, as long as you went to lecture. He grades the two papers fairly as well. One of my favorite professors.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/610304","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:46:18.473214+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyODU1MDUz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2960452","instructor_name":"Daniel Berman","course_label":"EDPOL412","course_id":"EDPOL/HISTORY 412","course_uid":"course_7ee6ba9cbe4548a50ef23d2e","review_date":"2026-04-16 21:03:51 +0000 UTC","comment":"Very good professor.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2960452","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:46:18.473214+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM4NTM2ODgx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2960452","instructor_name":"Daniel Berman","course_label":"EDPOL412","course_id":"EDPOL/HISTORY 412","course_uid":"course_7ee6ba9cbe4548a50ef23d2e","review_date":"2023-12-06 16:03:21 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Berman was very knowledgeable about the course and the history of education. You can tell he really values his students and wants to create connections with them. He assigns weekly readings that can be long but are helpful to the course. Two big papers are a majority of the grade. Great professor, I would take a class again in an instant.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2960452","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 15:59:41.359798+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyMTY1NjI5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2328945","instructor_name":"Walter Stern","course_label":"EDPOL412","course_id":"EDPOL/HISTORY 412","course_uid":"course_7ee6ba9cbe4548a50ef23d2e","review_date":"2025-12-11 02:20:31 +0000 UTC","comment":"Tended to just read off the slides, but not necessarily \"boring\". Really nice guy and made topics interesting. Overall, nothing incredibly good or bad about him, just a very average prof. Would take a class with him again :).","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2328945","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 15:59:41.359798+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2OTc4OTY2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2328945","instructor_name":"Walter Stern","course_label":"EDPOL412","course_id":"EDPOL/HISTORY 412","course_uid":"course_7ee6ba9cbe4548a50ef23d2e","review_date":"2022-12-06 00:13:43 +0000 UTC","comment":"The BEST professor I've ever met at UW-Madison. Even though his office hour is full, he will still take time off from his busy schedule to meet with you if you send him an email. He is so nice and PPT used in class is super clear. He will provide specific and inspirational feedback on your paper. Just choose him, and you will not regret it!!!!!!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2328945","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 15:59:41.359798+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2OTUyMDkw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2328945","instructor_name":"Walter Stern","course_label":"EDPOL412","course_id":"EDPOL/HISTORY 412","course_uid":"course_7ee6ba9cbe4548a50ef23d2e","review_date":"2022-12-02 23:22:29 +0000 UTC","comment":"Great professor, finds tons of great resources for reading, engaging topics and easy to follow in lecture, a good idea to read as much of the secondary sources as possible but easy to get away with skipping them here and there, lecture isn't required but has pop reflections which are released in class, do reading responses early, great class","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2328945","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 15:59:41.359798+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2NTEyODE4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2328945","instructor_name":"Walter Stern","course_label":"EDPOL412","course_id":"EDPOL/HISTORY 412","course_uid":"course_7ee6ba9cbe4548a50ef23d2e","review_date":"2022-07-09 21:42:50 +0000 UTC","comment":"One of the best profs I've had at UW, really cares about his students' learning and success and the material itself. Lectures and readings are interesting and discussions are engaging, try to get into his discussion section if you can! Not too much work outside of class, and the work felt like it enhanced learning, not just busywork.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2328945","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 15:59:41.359798+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1ODA4MTY5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2328945","instructor_name":"Walter Stern","course_label":"EDPOL412","course_id":"EDPOL/HISTORY 412","course_uid":"course_7ee6ba9cbe4548a50ef23d2e","review_date":"2022-01-28 18:17:22 +0000 UTC","comment":"My thoughts are different than most others on here: this class was a cake walk. Yes, there were tons of readings, but I got away with flying colors without reading a single one. The papers were graded pretty hard, but I used class time to write them which means I did almost nothing outside of the class. Prof Stern was a very kind person. Easy A !","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2328945","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 15:59:41.359798+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NjIxMjIz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2328945","instructor_name":"Walter Stern","course_label":"EDPOL412","course_id":"EDPOL/HISTORY 412","course_uid":"course_7ee6ba9cbe4548a50ef23d2e","review_date":"2021-12-21 18:30:36 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Stern is a very passionate well-versed professor who truly cares about his students. This class was very reading/essay heavy: however, professor Stern and the TA's are more than willing to help students with their work. The lectures were amazing, and one of the only classes in which I didn't sit and watch the clock. I recommend!!!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2328945","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 15:59:41.359798+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NTkzMDU2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2328945","instructor_name":"Walter Stern","course_label":"EDPOL412","course_id":"EDPOL/HISTORY 412","course_uid":"course_7ee6ba9cbe4548a50ef23d2e","review_date":"2021-12-19 01:23:32 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Stern's lectures are interesting, well-organized, and relevant. Lots of reading assignments, but he often suggested which ones were most important or cut down the readings for some weeks. No tests/quizzes--most of your grade comes from a midterm and final paper. As an education major, really enjoyed this course!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2328945","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 15:59:41.359798+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMyNzg1MDM0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2328945","instructor_name":"Walter Stern","course_label":"EDPOL412","course_id":"EDPOL/HISTORY 412","course_uid":"course_7ee6ba9cbe4548a50ef23d2e","review_date":"2020-01-02 21:58:39 +0000 UTC","comment":"This is a writing intensive/reading intensive course. If you struggle in those areas, especially writing analytical, historical papers, this class is not for you. However, I really really enjoyed Professor Stern. Lectures were so interesting and he is a great guy in terms of helping out students and providing solid feedback. You can tell he cares.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2328945","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 15:59:41.359798+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMyNjk5MzU5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2328945","instructor_name":"Walter Stern","course_label":"EDPOL412","course_id":"EDPOL/HISTORY 412","course_uid":"course_7ee6ba9cbe4548a50ef23d2e","review_date":"2019-12-18 02:56:44 +0000 UTC","comment":"He is a great lecturer and genuinely cares about the students. Lots of reading, but not too much writing or other work.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2328945","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 15:59:41.359798+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMyNjU4Nzk0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2328945","instructor_name":"Walter Stern","course_label":"EDPOL412","course_id":"EDPOL/HISTORY 412","course_uid":"course_7ee6ba9cbe4548a50ef23d2e","review_date":"2019-12-14 18:36:40 +0000 UTC","comment":"I'm not even an Ed Pol major or anything, but Professor Stern was great. His lectures are so interesting and I never ever got tired. Seriously! I usually start to nod a little, but never in this class. The readings are super intense and long and the papers have honestly helped me become a better writer.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2328945","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 15:59:41.359798+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5MzQyNTMz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2328945","instructor_name":"Walter Stern","course_label":"EDPOL412","course_id":"EDPOL/HISTORY 412","course_uid":"course_7ee6ba9cbe4548a50ef23d2e","review_date":"2017-12-27 03:11:01 +0000 UTC","comment":"Amazing course!! 3 papers small papers, a bigger paper, and a final. His lectures were inspiring. They weren't mandatory, however notes aren't posted online so it's best if you attend lectures as often as possible. My TA Erin was incredible and gave great feedback. This wasn't required for my major but I still highly recommend this course to anyone","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2328945","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 15:59:07.087658+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwOTM2OTQy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:243126","instructor_name":"William Reese","course_label":"EDPOL412","course_id":"EDPOL/HISTORY 412","course_uid":"course_7ee6ba9cbe4548a50ef23d2e","review_date":"2025-04-14 19:19:40 +0000 UTC","comment":"I loved Dr. Reese! He is a very kind, smart, and funny guy, and his lectures were informative and covered a lot without being too broad or boring. He is easy to listen to, his lectures almost felt like storytelling. He used music, videos, and other props to make lectures more engaging. If you don't already enjoy history, Dr. Reese will get you to! ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/243126","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 15:59:07.087658+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMwMzI3MTcw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:243126","instructor_name":"William Reese","course_label":"EDPOL412","course_id":"EDPOL/HISTORY 412","course_uid":"course_7ee6ba9cbe4548a50ef23d2e","review_date":"2018-07-07 16:59:45 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Reese was very interesting in his lectures but you have to attend or you will not pass the class. The class required a lot of reading. The class is graded on two exams and a 12 page paper. Good class that required a lot of work.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/243126","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 15:59:07.087658+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5ODEyODcw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:243126","instructor_name":"William Reese","course_label":"EDPOL412","course_id":"EDPOL/HISTORY 412","course_uid":"course_7ee6ba9cbe4548a50ef23d2e","review_date":"2018-04-16 14:03:33 +0000 UTC","comment":"Knows and loves history but talks so fast and gives so much information that it is sometimes hard to follow. Need to attend lectures to pass the class-- doesn't post slides online. LOTS of reading for homework, but relative to what is learned in lecture. Discussion sections help relate the two. Erin is an AWESOME TA so try to get her.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/243126","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 15:59:07.087658+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIxODU2NzE2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:243126","instructor_name":"William Reese","course_label":"EDPOL412","course_id":"EDPOL/HISTORY 412","course_uid":"course_7ee6ba9cbe4548a50ef23d2e","review_date":"2013-06-03 00:49:14 +0000 UTC","comment":"Reese is a very casual, funny, and knowledgeable interactive lecturer.  Very easy midterm and final in-class essays.  Way too much reading for this class, but is somewhat necessary for the exams.  Biggest complaint is that the course seemed more about general US history rather than education specifics.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/243126","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 15:59:07.087658+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIxMjczMzgx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:243126","instructor_name":"William Reese","course_label":"EDPOL412","course_id":"EDPOL/HISTORY 412","course_uid":"course_7ee6ba9cbe4548a50ef23d2e","review_date":"2013-01-18 00:00:31 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Reese is not only extremely knowledgeable on the history of American education, but every student in his class can directly see his passion for it. He kept me very interested in material and his personal anecdotes were memorable and fitting. He is one of my favorite professors I've had at UW","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/243126","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0}]