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Chamberlain is, by far, one of my favorite professors. His stories and lectures on architecture were especially interesting. He never took attendance, but I still attended every lecture out of sheer interest in the class and his lectures.Rate My Professors ↗
I only took this course for 8 weeks, but I was still left with an indelible impression. Class, professionalism and dedication. Also, he is a foremost expert on a fascinating region of the world I wish hed be a little more dialectic, deductive and explanatory than so inductive and primary source heavy. Be prepared ask questions, complex region.Rate My Professors ↗
Prof. Chamberlain knows everything there is to know about Middle Eastern history! His lectures are very traditional, with no slides or outlines posted online. There are a lot of readings, but students are not tested on them. There are two six-page papers, and one paper due for the final exam. Other than having to write so much, I enjoyed the class!Rate My Professors ↗
Chamberlain's lectures are off-the-cuff but extremely informative and interesting. Tests are mostly based on lecture, so the readings (while helpful) aren't always used. His stories about travel and architecture are also fascinating.Rate My Professors ↗
Chamberlain is one of the best Professors as Madison. A giant in the field, but it hasn't gone to his head. Study your ass off for the midterm. Download everything from Learn at UW; He provides you with massive resources. Go to office hours to work on papers when your have a good first draft . He is an incredibly kind person! Take this class!Rate My Professors ↗
Inspirational. I moved to a different state and to a different college. There is a big hole in my gut where I could've taken the class and I will never get that opportunity, heard lots of good things about him.Rate My Professors ↗
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