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Anothony Garavente
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I worked really hard, taking every single word he says into notes and reviewing them multiple times. But I ended up with an A- simply because the test ask very specific questions which are easily overlooked. You better not take this class if you don't have previous exposure to Chinese language and Chinese history - cuz you will probably earn a B+ at the very best.
I worked really hard, taking every single word he says into notes and reviewing them multiple times. But I ended up with an A- simply because the test ask very specific questions which are easily overlooked. You better not take this class if you don't have previous exposure to Chinese language and Chinese history - cuz you will probably earn a B+ at the very best.
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Professor Garavente is overall a pretty good professor. His lectures are interesting, but I felt like it was a lot of information presented within one class period. The reading can be a lot if not spread within a few days. However, the reading is mainly supplementary. The key to this class is GOOD LECTURE NOTES. Take down every detail during lecture. These notes and the handouts he gives during class are what you should study. The mini tests were tough since they were very specific. The thing I liked was that he gave us study guides for both the midterm and final, so no curveballs. This is NOT an easy GE, but if you love history, especially Chinese history, you will be fine. It is do-able, just pay attention during lecture.
Professor Garavente is overall a pretty good professor. His lectures are interesting, but I felt like it was a lot of information presented within one class period. The reading can be a lot if not spread within a few days. However, the reading is mainly supplementary. The key to this class is GOOD LECTURE NOTES. Take down every detail during lecture. These notes and the handouts he gives during class are what you should study. The mini tests were tough since they were very specific. The thing I liked was that he gave us study guides for both the midterm and final, so no curveballs. This is NOT an easy GE, but if you love history, especially Chinese history, you will be fine. It is do-able, just pay attention during lecture.
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