<p>Hello,</p>
<p>How are the Political Science 2 and 7 courses at Santa Monica College?</p>
<p>it is community college if you are worried about the difficulty of the class don’t bother transferring</p>
<p>I would like to know the quality.</p>
<p>****ty because it is community college you aren’t receiving any real education just whatever b.s. the teacher wants you to “know” im a polysci major and honestly every polysci class is like that in my opinion. no wrong answers just learn to justify your b.s.</p>
<p>I would definitely not degrade the community college system. There are many excelling professors teaching at community colleges and I genuinely believe that I received an exceptional education from the community college I currently attend.</p>
<p>I still need to complete my prerequisites for Political Science. I am currently living in San Jose; however, I might live in Los Angeles to take two Political Science courses in Santa Monica College. What are your thoughts on that?</p>
<p>Thank you.</p>
<p>It all depends on the professor.</p>
<p>Although he is currently sick, I had two Poli Sci classes with Dr. Richard Tahvildaran. He is truly an amazing professor… One of the best professors I’ve ever had. I seriously looked forward to going to both of his classes. He teaches Poli Sci 1 and Poli Sci 21.</p>
<p>Wow, disregard DCSPORTSFAN’s comments.</p>
<p>I’ve never had him but heard Tahvildaran is amazing. I also hear Chalala is tough, but good. I took Berman Dianne for PoliSci2 (she also teaches 7) and loved the course. I truly learned a lot (and not just a superficial ‘a lot’ that you forget after the class is over). Her lectures can get pretty boring, to be honest (powerpoint) but she encourages class discussion and once someone gets started, the class doesn’t stop (I liked that; but then again, it also depends on your class). Her multiple choice tests are pretty tough but the essay portions are relatively reasonable to study for. She doesn’t give you the exact prompts but has reviews that are very helpful. She wants you to succeed, very open to office hours, and I see a lot of students speaking with her before/after class… A very relatable and awesome professor in my opinion.</p>
<p>Thank you very much for your input, mikei and edelynly. I registered for Political Science 2 and 7 with Gonzalez E C.</p>
<p>External, if you ever have the chance during your time at SMC, I recommend taking Poli Sci 21 with Tahvildaran. You will NOT regret it. :)</p>
<p>Also check out ratemyprofessors.com since it usually provides decent info on a particular teacher. SMC has been noted for some really good poli sci professors, and their c.v.'s are often really good.</p>
<p>I have Berman for 2, she’s really nice and I like her a lot. Definitely decent. However, if you can, take Frank Gorgie for 7. I had him for 1 last semester and I have him for 7 now because I love his class so much. He also teaches 51. Seriously, he’s the best lecturer, grades fairly, and knows absolutely everything. Everyone adores his courses. They fill up fast but you can crash, just email him ahead of time so he knows you’re coming. Honestly, I might audit his 51 class in the fall even though I’m going to UCLA just because I learn so much from him. Can’t recommend him highly enough!</p>
<p>For those of you who attend or have taken courses at Santa Monica College, what does the initials mean after their last name when you are registering for courses? For example, I am planning to take Gonzalez E C for Political Science 2 and 7 over the summer. I am not sure why it has two letters.</p>
<p>Thank you.</p>
<p>Its either another letter of their first name or middle initial</p>