She is really nice and understanding if you go to office hours, really knowledgeable and passionate. There's a ton of reading though

Professor reads off slides, literally every single word. Her lectures are extremely dry and boring. She expects you to read almost 150-200 pages per week on top of weekly responses, weekly forum discussions, and weekly graded notes. DO NOT TAKE THIS CLASS WITH THIS PROFESSOR IF YOU WANT A GOOD GRADE. Midterm 30%, Section 35%, Final 35%. Don't do it

I was so nervous to take this course bc I heard that Zheng is difficult, but it wasn't too bad in the end. Zheng is really passionate about the material and wants you to succeed. Do the readings (don't focus on the minutia) and go to class. A few pop quizzes. Exams and projects weren't as difficult as I anticipated. Still, not an easy class.

Zheng is super passionate about the course material, and I learned way more than I did in all the other GEs I've taken put together. That said, it was an extremely difficult and work intensive class, so only take it if you actually care about learning history. Lots of reading. Tests focus on analysis, not just regurgitation of material.

She is definitely the greatest professor and she is always very helpful, passionate about the class and willing to answer your questions. I recommend all the people who want to get REAL knowledge take courses with her. Not easy, but do the readings, go to lecture, discuss with her, you will get much more than just an A.

Professor Zheng was great. The material for the class was really interesting and she presented it well. She seems a little strict at times but she's super passionate about Chinese history and clearly loves to help out her students. Definitely feel like I took a lot away from the course.

Although her teaching takes a little getting used to,once I was able to keep up with her lecture pace she was a very comprehensive teacher. Attend all the lectures and do all the reading you'll walk away from the class with a great understanding of China. She also is incredibly approachable and will answer any questions if you take the time to ask.

Did not expect to really find any part of this class enjoyable, but found so much of the material amazingly interesting even though (maybe it was the time of the course, but) I found myself dozing off more times than not. Provides guides for the exams which are helpful and 1 lengthy paper at the end, plus a few pop quizzes.

super hard to get good grades. Absolutely not a fun class to take. lots of reading. lack the ability of managing time. always late for class. ends her class at least ten mins later than she supposed to end. If you are a hardcore study worm, go for it.

The class is a bit challenging (a lot of info), but as long as you do the readings and take notes in class (the slides are an OUTLINE of the readings), you will do fine. The professor negotiates how long the exams will be with the class and she is always willing to help after class or during office hours. I surprisingly ended up doing pretty well.

unclear slides, bad attitudes and hard exams.

Zheng is a really great teacher! She knows how to motivate her students to learn. Amazing class, easy on the eyes too. She's has amazing credentials as well, you can't go wrong with Zheng.

HIST 185A is a great class and Zheng is an excellent professor. Her lectures are very interesting and inspiring. I will crash her class for next quarter. Modern China is fascinating.

I have to say that I love this class. As a Math major, I took this class for GE and did not expect much at the beginning. But I ended up loving it and I looked forward to her lecture every single week. Take 185B with Zheng, you won't be disappointed!

Had two classes with Prof Zheng. She's a great professor in modern Chinese history. She is very passionate about the subject and she knows a lot. Always helpful during office hour and is willing to answer your questions. You'll learn a lot from her about modern China and historical research. Readings are interesting and not very difficult to read.

I really like her as a professor and want to take all her classes after 4B! She respects students' opinions, always tries to interact with her students, and most importantly, she wants you to learn. I highly enjoyed 4B with Zheng.

I learned SO MUCH from her in this class. Her lectures were interesting, clear, informative, and always in-depth. She is also extremely helpful during office hours. I wish I had gone to her office hours more often!

2 reading response,1 midterm paper, 1 final paper, 1 final exam. lots of reading. Hard final, lots of materials need to memorize. Her lecture is like a history class, don`t take it.

Had three quarters with her and loved every bit of it. Very passionate about her subject and always willing to help. As long as you keep up on the readings-- which there is quite a bit of-- an A shouldn't be too difficult to earn.

Fantastic professor who is extremely passionate about her topic. The class really isnt too hard if you pay attention, and you really learn a lot. Plus shes SUPER cute ^^

Very interesting class! The prof knows a lot, and really cares for her students. You have to work hard for a good grade though--but that's good, because I am learning so much from her!