so inspiring and knowledgeable very interesting material and lectures this prof and class made me want to become a global studies major!! do not regret it for a second.

Great prof, the two midterms, paper and final are all easy as long as you read all of the readings and pay attention in lecture (don't have to take notes, he posts the lectures online). Easier said than done though, as there is a ton of reading. I would still definitely recommend this class though, especially if you're interested in the subject.

PLEASE TAKE HIS CLASS!!! I love to go to Professor Appelbaum's lecture even though I take the class for pass/no pass. He is super inspirational and he gave amazing lecture!!! He is passionate about what he is teaching and you won't fell into sleep while in class. I strongly encourage you to take him!!!

Appelbaum has got to be one of the most passionate and enthusiastic professors I have had all quarter. He genuinely loves what he teaches, and he loves the students too! Lectures are interesting and engaging, and tests are fair if you read and attend class. Should not be difficult to get an A if you put in the time and effort.

Appelbaum is one of the most honest and inspirational individuals I have had the pleasure of being taught by. This class goes over world issues and makes you a more competent and compassionate human being. It isn't necessarily easy (2 midterms, final, and final 12 page paper), but is still completely manageable. Please take this class!!!!

Super knowledgeable and enthusiastic about global issues, and likes to throw in (bad) jokes from time to time. Very likeable professor, although lecture can occasionally get a bit dry when referring to economic terms and stuff like that. Lots of extra credit on exams and 12 questions on both midterms and final are map questions which are super easy