The best aspects of this course included the enthusiasm and passion of the professor. Many students who had prior art history experience found that the course focused more on the history then the art aspect, and felt that some of the concepts were glossed over in favor of classical theories. Some suggestions for the course included providing a textbook, as well as focusing more on art history and less on illustrated history. Students would also like to see less reading and more emphasis on discussion. Prospective students who are interested in learning art history are encouraged to take this course, but to be warned that the focus is more on history than art.

The best part about this class was the knowledgeable, approachable, and dynamic professor, and the stimulating lectures that he delivered. Students appreciated that the course was wel organized, with weekly readings that centered on a clearly identified topic. Some students had trouble with the volume of weekly reading and the fact that class occasionally got off topic. Further, while students found lectures to be informative, some noted that they left less time for discussion. This class could be improved by meeting twice a week, and by having more guided discussion. Prospective students should know they wil have two 10-page papers, an oral presentation, and class discussion to lead in this class.