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These comments are
taken directly from the (anonymous) student evaluation forms…
MMW5: Revolution, Industry and Empire
(Winter ’08)
Percent recommending this professor: 92% (Total Enrollment: 224) _______________________________________________________ “He’s
a very good lecturer and keeps my attention during classes. He’s very funny
too and adds interesting facts to the lectures to keep them entertaining.
Great Professor!” “[K]nows how to attract students to his lectures. He seems
very interested in the course material…. I
like his lectures and I actually attend, not because I have to but because I
love to. “One
of the best teachers I’ve ever had.” “Lectures
are freakin’ sweet.
Studly teacher.
Keep
up the good work.”
“Rather
interesting stories. Prof Hollander tells stories that relate to the topic
and somehow makes the most random things connect. … and
the candies! J”
“His
Powerpoint presentations are very well made. His timing
with the clicker is perfect. I wonder if he rehearses his lectures the night
before. It’s nice to see him wearing a tie to lecture. We can tell he enjoys
teaching this class.” “Lectures (especially the powerpoint slides) are fantastic!” “He
is funny on top of being very knowledgeable about the subject! I
love how he ties in other examples, makes it more interesting and fun.” “Hilarious,
interesting, and intelligent individual. Knows the material well and presents
it side by side with modern day issues so we know the importance of what we
are learning.” “I enjoy coming to class. He really does
give out candy!” “Keeps
potentially dry material interesting and current.” “Good
lecture. Perhaps needs a fact checker.” “You
are awesome!!” “Prof.
Hollander explains the material very well. He knows what he is talking
about and makes it really easy for us to understand. He loves what he is
doing and that is evident through his zeal for teaching and excitement in
class.” “Amazing
Professor! Makes MMW really interesting. His lectures are always very
stimulating & fun.” “Hollander
is very excited about the material he is teaching and it is contagious! His
slides are amusing…. I
am definitely going to try to get into his class [next quarter].” “I
think he’s very interesting and makes the subject enjoyable.” “Really
good at holding my attention and making the material interesting.” “Besides
Jordan, [the] best professor for MMW taken in my three years @ UCSD. So
awesome, I took him twice. J” “Hollander
is slightly obnoxious, and reminds me of a 15 year old pubescent girl.” “Very
retarded. Full of himself. Annoying.” “He
expects [that] you actually do all the reading, but it’s not too bad.” MMW6: The American Century (Spring ’07)
Percent recommending this professor: 100% (Total Enrollment: 209) _______________________________________________________ “Hollander
is a fantastic, interesting, dynamic lecturer with an infectious sense of
humor. It’s like SARs, but funny.” “Hollander—
This class was absolutely amazing! It was the perfect mix for young
intellectuals. You really brought in the ‘modern’ into Making of the Modern World.
In addition, you made it fun to come to class. Who would’ve known that was
possible?! I really wish I had more time at UCSD to take more of your
classes. Thanks.” “Hollander
is a wonderful professor. I’m doing a political science minor because of him.
He is funny and explains everything clearly. The courses I have taken with
Hollander have been the best MMW’s so far.” “Best
Prof. I have ever had!” “Best
professor @ UCSD!” “Ethan
Rocks” “Great
professor, very interesting. Approachable + Friendly.” “
♥ Prof. Hollander ” “Prof.
Hollander presents material in a very organized and entertaining manner.” “The
best MMW Professor that I’ve taken. I feel like I am learning so much and
relating it to everyday life.” “Hollander
is a man among boys.” “Very
charismatic. Cares a great deal.” “TAKE
HIM! He’s awesome and stimulates my mind.” “Prof.
Hollander: Probably the best MMW Professor.” “I
like this professor a lot. My favorite MMW professor by far. Nice powerpoint. Nice guy.” “Entertaining
and lively lectures; one of the best I’ve had.” “Funny
“
J ! Prof.
Hollander is such a great professor! I look forward to his lectures.” “Hollander
is awesome! One of my favorite MMW professor I’ve
ever had!” “Professor
Hollander is Great! His lectures are very interesting. Unlike most of my classes,
I stay awake in his class and retain most of the information.” “Very
energetic and caring. One of the best professors yet.” “He’s
an excellent professor. He’s really funny and gets the point across. He makes
class really interesting…. He’s the best professor ever!” “Professor
Hollander, you were the best MMW teacher I had. Thank you so much!! J You made MMW very enjoyable!” “Best
MMW professor there is … by far.” “I
learned a ton. Great professor!” “Best
of the MMW professors.” “Best
MMW Professor I’ve had.” “Great
professor. Ties in popular culture, history, specific events, and general
trends/the big picture very well. Clear PowerPoints,
too.” “Best
MMW Prof. there is.” “He’s
a cool dude.” “He
was my favorite professor at UCSD.” “Never
a dull moment in class.” “Hollander
made class tolerable.” “The
coolest. Best MMW ever.” “Funny,
interesting + EXCELLENT at explaining complex happenings.” “Hollander
is great! He’s entertaining and really makes the material come to life.
Funny, too.” “Awesome
professor! I’d say one of the best MMW teachers. Funny and enthusiastic!” “I
would recommend Professor Hollander to all future MMW students I encounter.” MMW5: Revolution, Industry and Empire (Winter
’07)
Percent recommending this professor: 96% (Total Enrollment: 151) _______________________________________________________ “Awesome,
funny & entertaining! J Fair tester & reasonable guy.” “Hollander
is by far the best prof. I have had in my 3 years
here. He holds your attention the entire class and is funny + animated and
related what he’s teaching to everyday life. There is never a boring lecture!” “Professor
Hollander is very well-prepared. I enjoyed his lectures. He is very
entertaining and his lectures are well-organized.” “He
is funny, but corny at times. However, he is one of the best MMW professors.” “Hollander
is the shit.” “Hollander:
makes MMW a class I look forward to going to!” “His
character, personality & extra effort in teaching makes
this class not only a great learning experience but fun. The material is so
much easier to learn because the prof. is far from
mundane! I love how his lectures are set up … very organized. Strongly
recommend this class. (I usually don’t like history, too.)” “Very
funny + amusing! I actually enjoy coming to class!” “Best
professor I’ve ever had for any MMW! Great lecturer and professor. Good humor
and personality.” “Hollander
is so money.” “He’s
fabulous!” “Great
professor. Heard it was his first time, but could’ve fooled me.” “He
reminds me of a T.V. weather man.” “He
wears interesting ties. J “ POLI136a: Nationalism and Ethnic Conflict (Fall
’06)
Percent recommending this professor: 91% (Total Enrollment: 52) _______________________________________________________ “Great
guy. Very likeable, knowledgeable — wants students to enjoy learning the
material.” “Hollander
is awesome! Lectures are interesting and he explains the material very well.” “Very
charismatic + very knowledgeable about the topics we learn in class. He
always makes sure we understand the material and I like that he keeps us
informed on current issues.” “Hollander
is so kick ass!” “Is
effective in teaching because of eloquence.” “I
would think he was young if he wasn’t balding. Also, he can’t spell “Concerned
with learning names … a rare thing!” |
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