The best aspect of this course was the class format in which students got to openly discuss their views on the course subject. The professor showed enthusiasm for the course material and made the content understandable and realistic. The worst aspect of this course was the somewhat hefty readings. The course would improve if the readings were more focused so as to allow a deeper analysis of some of the content. Prospective students should know that this is a great course on political theories that has a fairly light workload.

The best aspects of this course included the very passionate professor with a professional background and experience in the field. Students found the lectures to be very engaging, and the reading materials to be interesting. Some students did thought that the readings were a bit long and suggested shortening or assigning fewer readings. Others students believed that there would be more active class participation if class met twice a week for shorter periods of time. Prospective students should read the assignments before class and come prepared with questions and ideas to discuss in class.

Students praised this course for covering interesting material which in turn spurred engaging class discussions. Perceived issues with the course included a belief that the course could have long lectures in which the instructor seemed to dominate the conversation leading to little class interaction. Suggestions for improvement included a broad desire for more opportunities for group activities and in-class exercises. Prospective students should know that students found it was important to be engaged in the class and in order to be involved during class, students had to complete assigned readings.