The best aspects of the course included the insightful readings, engaging class discussions, and the energetic professor. Students found the museum maps to be a very useful tool in helping them learn about different locations. The worst aspect of the course was the hefty amount of readings as there was lots of information that had to be covered from week to week. The course would improve if the readings were reduced and more tied into class discussions. Prospective students should know that this course involves a lot of reading, but they will encounter a lot of interesting topics, especially about the history of museums.

Students thought that the reading materials, the class discussions, and the lectures were some of the best aspects of this course. They found the information interesting, and the professor very knowledgeable. At times, however, they found the workload heavy, and some of the materials were difficult to get through. Other students found the course to be very detail-oriented, from the complexity of the exams to the high grading standards. Suggestions for improvement include fewer readings, and spending more time reviewing materials for the exams, as well as a study guide. Prospective students are encouraged to take detailed notes and to stay on top of the reading. Students should have good memorization skills and be good with details.

232Students praised this course for teaching them important leadership skil s and giving them an opportunity to use those skil s during the class. Perceived issues with the course included a general feeling by multiple students that the course’s lectures could feel long and boring. Suggestions for improvement varied dramatically; one student wanted a more structured syllabus for the course while another similarly wanted to have a better sense of the direction the course was headed in. Prospective students should know that students found the course had a significant time commitment and that success required an open mind.

The best aspects of this course included the small class setting, the in-class discussions, and the guest lecturers. Some students felt that the grading was excessively harsh. One suggestion was fewer background readings. Another suggestion was to require more participation from students. Prospective students should read the essay rubrics thoroughly, think hard about the prompts, and be prepared to do a lot of reading and writing.

The best parts about this course were the frequent field trips to various museums in the area for hands-on experience and the interactions with the professionals. Students appreciated having the option to edit and resubmit essays that they did poorly on. Some students felt that the feedback they received on assignments was vague, assignments were posted at the last minute, and there was a frequent disconnect between material covered and assignment expectations. Suggestions for improvement included spending more time on discussions and providing more clear guidelines or expectations. Prospective students should know that there is usual y a weekly writing assignment.