"Formula for success: 1) Do the readings for your best understanding. You don't need to know what every single word or line means, but having a general idea of the main ideas presented (to the point where you could tell someone about it in like 30 seconds) will go a long ways. 2) Go to class. This will fill in (nearly) all the gaps in your understanding from doing just the readings, and it will make your life way easier for the 2 essays, the midterm, and the final. 3) Write down as many keywords and definitions as you can. This makes your life for the midterm and the final 10x easier." (Fall 2023)
"Plan time to read through the texts thoroughly(annotate) or multiple times - this will be very helpful to connect the readings back to the historical time they relate to. Read ahead before you sign up for essays - this way, you don't pick a week where you write an essay about something you hate or don't understand." (Fall 2023)
"Reading the assigned texts will give you a better understanding of what is being discussed in the lectures and is worth spending time on. And you're only going to get out of it what you want. So if you want to learn about history, this is a great way to do it." (Fall 2023)
"Enjoy this class. Take the time to read and explore, don't be afraid to speak your mind, challenge yourself to consider other perspective, and don't let yourself be blinded by your preconceptions." (Fall 2023)
"Take plenty of notes during lectures, especially during quote discussions. These tend to be very helpful later, especially when you need to write an essay." (Fall 2023)
"Stay on top of your assignments and really take into consideration the readings Professor M. gives you. You might just learn something new about yourself!" (Fall 2023)
"My advice is pretty original, pay attention in the lectures or you will be pretty confused with what is going on." (Fall 2023)
"Take notes on how the keywords are brought up in each text to help you when the essays come around." (Fall 2023)
"Keep up with the readings because its not something you can just do last minute before class." (Fall 2023)
"Set reminders for the RAQs, super easy to forget." (Fall 2023)
"Run while you still can..... (jk)" (Fall 2023)
"PAY A TON OF ATTENTIONS" (Fall 2023)