Robert Donaldson
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What kind of test questions does this teacher use most often (choose one):
Multiple ChoiceIs the teacher available for extra help during study halls, lunchtime, before or after school, etc.?
Almost AlwaysThe teacher responds to emails promptly. Do you...
Strongly AgreeThe teacher posts in-class materials online for reference (slides, etc.):
Almost AlwaysThe teacher lets us know at the beginning of the course and along the way how much each part of the class (homework, papers, quizzes and tests) counts towards our total grade:
Strongly AgreeHow much homework does this teacher assign?
Way too muchThe amount of writing required in this class is:
Very HighThe teacher allows us to use technology in class (e.g. laptop, calculator, smart pen, etc.)
Almost AlwaysHow much memorization is required to do well in this teacher’s course?
Very HighWhat advice would you give yourself if you were just starting the class now?
Class of 2025
Mr Donaldson is a great teacher, and goes in depth a lot. However, this means that there is a lot of memorization required. You would benefit greatly from taking notes, as information that is on the essay questions on tests are usually in his lectures. The multiple choice and matching/who am I's on tests can be worded a bit wierd so watch out for that. Just do the homework, take notes, pay attention, and study and you will be fine. Another thing to note, he is an AE class, but goes at the pace of an Honors class, and sometimes even a bit faster.
Class of 2024
Mr. Donaldson is a very understanding individual who is very smart, however his AE class is NOT AE paced, he def teaches like a honors class, and the tests are very hard. Make sure you study as you go and do NOT skim thru the textbook
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Class of 2025
Overall, he is a great teacher, and US History 1 AE taught by Donaldson is a great class.