Quality 5/5Difficulty 3/5
Had clear, achievable expectations. Lectures were very conversational and engaging. One of my favorite professors I've had.Rate My Professors ↗
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Eric Carlsson
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Quality 5/5Difficulty 3/5
Eric is extremely caring and does a great job of showing attention to all students and ensuring they understand material in their own way. He is entertaining and motivating as a lecturer. Definitely reccomend.Rate My Professors ↗
Quality 4/5Difficulty 4/5
Carlsson is a great professor. He really likes it when you participate in class. He's a tougher grader than other history professors but he is really caring and accessible. Really sweet guy and interesting class.Rate My Professors ↗
Quality 5/5Difficulty 3/5
Carlsson is my most favorite professor of all time. He cares so much, is incredibly knowledgeable, and is so willing to learn. The readings are difficult, but doable, and the workload is appropriate for the level of the class. Would recommend taking anything with him if you can, or just talking to him.Rate My Professors ↗
Quality 5/5Difficulty 2/5
I took 208 and 209 with him a few years ago, and I still find myself thinking about some of the lectures and reading material even to this day after graduation. If youre searching for answers to tough, abstract questions, these courses are for you. Not because he has answers, but because its one of the few times in life you can explore them.Rate My Professors ↗
Quality 5/5Difficulty 3/5
Carlsson is one of my favorite professors, and he went out of his way to make sure that I got into another class of his when it was already full. His lectures are interesting and he really encourages sharing your thoughts (participation is graded). He is a fair grader on essays and is very willing to work with you outside of class.Rate My Professors ↗
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Classes with Eric Carlsson
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