This class made me switch to a history major! Loved how clear the grading was. There is a weekly paper but it was short and didn't take much time and lowest two grades dropped. Tests were easy as study guide was given. The real reason I loved this class though was the way Bouley lectured, as he made lectures both funny and engaging.
One of the final prompts was to compare the roles of men and women in the Renaissance. However, few of the readings addressed women in the Renaissance beyond their roles within the family. This made the paper a challenge to write. The history department needs a serious rework, it is full of outdated and misogynistic ideas.
I took INT187AI and loved it. Easy 2 units class, and is actually interesting. You have to show up minimum of 6/10 time to pass (only pass/no pass class). It was taught by 2 professors and they were both super nice and chill. 100% would take it again. Little homework too.
I like him he is funny. And the class is not hard and very clear and interesting. 5 stars! I am a history major now.
Professor Bouley lectures are entertaining, and very well detailed! He is always making sure that everyone in lecture understand and asking questions. I did not skip or miss any lectures which I can defintely say is the reason for my A in the class. If you're thinking about taking the class, do it!
Took history-9. Very well structure course, clear directions on every assignment. Amazing lecturer, and is funny and approachable. Helpful in-class and is very accessible via email or office hours
Bouley is clearly passionate about the material and does his best to make lectures interesting. Go in w/ reasonable expectations bc RMP had me thinking lectures would be absolutely captivating. Not always - it's still class. He's extremely accessible during Office Hours. Rlly sweet guy. TA was a harsh grader but made section fun.
The readings were long but some of them were really interesting, and the fact that you only have to do six of them allows you to pick and choose in advance. Best history lecturer I've ever had, I'd literally spend the lecture before his thinking "I've just got to get through this and then I've got bouley". My section wasn't great but YMMV
Lectures are pretty interesting but you HAVE to go. Attendance only taken in section, but he lectures with few words on the slides so if you're gone you'll be lost. Super funny guy though. TAs vary but most are good. You read maybe
The best professor I've ever had. He'll make you love topics you thought would be extremely boring. Amazing lecturer, extremely engaging and funny. There's a good amount of reading but he tries to use primary sources that are intriguing and narrative. Genuinely cares about his students and what he teaches. Very approachable.
Closest you can get to Harvard at UCSB.
My experience in Professor Bouley's online summer course 121A was fun and intuitive. His lectures were pre-recorded and there were basically two major assignments, as well as weekly responses which were only about a page. It is definitely worthwhile to have good communication with your TA, made my session smooth as my TA was supportive
Lecture is good, but unclear grading criteria.
It is all depend on TA grading. grading criteria is unclear.
Overall pretty easy class. Lectures were super interesting because of Bouley. Quizzes were weekly straightforward but really relied on lecture. The assignments weekly were based on the readings and were pretty easy. The readings were super long though averaging 50 pages a week. Participation in section is also really important.
2 take-home paper and some questions for midterm. 2 take-home paper assignment.
Two papers for midterm And final Two papers assignments. About 5 pages.
Bouley is a gem of a lecturer. Essay prompts are very straightforward, and if you attend OH or lectures, he will tell you exactly what he is looking for. However, I wish he would add options for essay prompts that go beyond just synthesizing the material. Overall, wonderfully interesting course with a deeply passionate professor!
Great professor! You can tell he's really passionate and loves history because his awesome lectures make history way more exciting than other professors. Grading scheme is 2 papers, take home midterm and in class final. Both include a small essay. Very doable if you just pay attention!
Not even a history major but Bouley is one of, if not the best professor I've had at ucsb. His lectures are informative and funny, which make it easy to stay engaged with the material. Midterms/papers were fair and based entirely on lecture material. He is really helpful and welcoming in office hours, I highly recommend taking any of his courses
Good professor with some of the best lectures. Weekly assignments are easy with quizzes that follow the lectures word for word (not timed and 2 tries). Interesting readings! Grade depends mostly on your TA. Make sure to go to your TA's office hours.
Very enjoyable class and professor. He wants you to succeed and makes learning fun. Weekly quizzes are based on lectures and are designed to keep you engaged (easy A if you watch the lectures). Highly recommend Professor Bouley!
Very enjoyable class. He wants you to succeed and makes learning fun. Weekly quizzes are based on lectures and are designed to keep you engaged (easy A if you watch the lectures). Highly recommend Professor Bouley!
Prof. Bouley is one of the best professor's I've had. He's hilarious and makes lectures so much fun and engaging. No textbook, instead there's a bunch of primary sources to read throughout the quarter. Important to show up to lecture because there are no words on the slides, all material is taught orally.