3.8

Alan Fox

Philosophy - University of Delaware

3.8
Quality
3.6
Difficulty
52%
Would Retake
247
Reviews
3.8
Quality
3.6
Difficulty
3.8
Helpful
3.7
Clarity

52%

Would Retake

247

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What Students Say

Extremely charismatic teacher; keeps lectures incredibly interesting

PHIL310 - 4.0 rating

I like Alan Fox as a person

PHIL309 - 3.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

94%

Textbook Required

17%

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Reviews (247)
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PHIL204W
Oct 2, 1999

VERY interesting class;he's the professor we wish we could have had all 4 years

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PHIL
Oct 24, 1999

one of the best professors and one who really cares and remembers his students

5.0
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WORLDRELI
Nov 11, 1999

Challenging and rewarding class. Unfortunately, some make him out to be a guru.

5.0
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PHIL204
Mar 3, 2000

OUTSTANDING.

5.0
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PHIL204PH
Mar 5, 2000

outstanding teacher... if you ever get the chance, take him.

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PHIL204
Mar 15, 2000

excellent teacher, inspiring, friendly

5.0
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PHIL204
Apr 17, 2000

Really knows the subject, remembers everyone's names!!

5.0
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PHIL204
Apr 27, 2000

best teacher I've had at UD, very hard, but worth it, highly reccommended

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PHIL204
Oct 14, 2000

amazing teacher, good friend as well

5.0
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PHIL204
Jan 22, 2001

He's a very smart man and he's very helpful... grades tough but you know stuff

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PHIL204
Grade: B+
Feb 26, 2001

best teacher at this university. take him if youhavent already

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PHIL204
May 9, 2001

exactly what a college prof is supposed to be, inspires you to want to learn!

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PHIL204
May 9, 2001

Best prof i've had here.. but class is very hard. Good luck with tests

5.0
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PHIL204
Jul 28, 2001

Possibly the best professor I've ever had. He's challenging yet fair.

5.0
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PHIL434
Aug 24, 2001

No Comments

5.0
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PHIL204
Aug 27, 2001

def dont be late to class- without a doubt the best prof at ud

5.0
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PHIL204
Nov 7, 2001

the best prof. i've ever met. he remembers everyone's name even years later!

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PHIL204
Grade: Not_Sure_Yet
Nov 16, 2001

One of the Best Profs I've ever had!!!! AWESOME class!

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PHIL310A
Nov 19, 2001

The best professor I have ever had! take the class!

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PHIL204
Grade: F
Nov 19, 2001

Impossible to get a good grade.Material very hard to follow.He failed me!

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PHIL204
Nov 27, 2001

Possibly the best prof at the university

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PHIL204
Dec 19, 2001

BestProf ever,Material hard to understand at times,butProf always willin to help

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PHIL204
Dec 19, 2001

nice guy, but id like to know how the hell he grades answers? who is right?

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PHIL204
Grade: B
Jan 6, 2002

Fox is the bomb, but his class is not. When in doubt, say "axis mundi!"

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PHIL310
Jan 11, 2002

Magnificent professor. Funny in a corny way. Great person. Knows his stuff.

5.0
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PHIL204
Jan 16, 2002

awesome teacher, come to class with an open mind!

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PHIL204
Jan 24, 2002

try to get a copy of an old test... they don't change much. good prof

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PHIL310
Jan 25, 2002

great teacher, interesting, great class; highly recommended

5.0
3.0
PHIL310
Jan 26, 2002

Fox is great, he forces you to think

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PHIL204
Jan 30, 2002

amazing professor, great forum for learning. Class is hard but worth it.

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PHIL204H
Jan 31, 2002

Very difficult, yet very interesting.

5.0
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PHIL204
Jan 31, 2002

Teaching from an Anti-JudeoChristian, pro-Islamic, pro-Buddhist idealology

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RELIGION
Feb 1, 2002

hard class, worth the effort, you want to learn

5.0
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PHIL204
Feb 1, 2002

He has no BIAS if you are an open minded person, very wise and respectable man

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PHIL310
Feb 3, 2002

Best prof there ever was. He's minging his ming de all over the place.

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PHIL204
Feb 5, 2002

No Comments

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PHIL204
Feb 13, 2002

so intelligent, a great teacher in many ways

5.0
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PHIL204
Apr 1, 2002

No Comments

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5.0
PHIL204
Apr 2, 2002

No Comments

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204
Apr 9, 2002

worst prof ever...offers no help and finds it enlightening to lose you

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PHIL309
Apr 11, 2002

By far the best teacher at UD and the smartest person i have ever talked to

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PHIL204
Apr 16, 2002

Absolutely the smartest man I have ever met- Never learned more in my life.

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PHIL367
May 22, 2002

expected to hate this class but didnt and got a B

5.0
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INDIANPHI
Jul 14, 2002

will help you 24/7 if you ask him, his joy in life is to teach, challenging...

4.0
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PHIL204
Aug 20, 2002

Worthwhile course

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PHIL204
Oct 25, 2002

interesting,great teacher but misrepresents Judeo-christian religion

5.0
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PHIL
Oct 27, 2002

taught me so much about eastern philosophy! brilliant man

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PHIL204
Nov 12, 2002

The best professor at UD. Witty. Knowledgeable. Refines teaching to an artform

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PHIL204
Nov 20, 2002

Brilliant man!! very nice! I'd do his mind if i could!!

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PHIL204
Dec 9, 2002

No Comments

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PHIL367
Jan 7, 2003

Great class, great prof, and he has a witty and charming sense of humor

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PHIL367
Jan 17, 2003

his buddhism class blew my mind....forget credit.....take this class for life

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PHIL367
Jan 20, 2003

very interesting and intelligent.didnt undertsnd 1 thing he was talking about

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PHIL204
Jan 28, 2003

Good lecturer, very smart. Tests are impossible, can't figure out what he wants.

5.0
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PHIL204
Jan 29, 2003

Excellent teacher, great speaker, know his views inside out for tests - HARD

5.0
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PHIL204
Feb 10, 2003

Greatest Prof Ever

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PHIL204
Feb 11, 2003

very fast-paced, you will learn a lot about eastern religions, tests are hard!

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WORLDRELI
Mar 10, 2003

I took this man's world religion class and added a philosophy minor just so I could take his other classes. This man is an amazing introductor, thorough, thoughtful, full of energy and enthusiasm. I love this man!

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PHIL
Mar 10, 2003

Wow. I can hear new neural pathways being made in my brain....

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PHIL204
Mar 13, 2003

If you are taking World Religions and you are a Christian, watch out, he can get hostile! If you start answering questions based on the Bible he will tell you it is your personal belief, not fact. Otherwise, pretty good prof.

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PHIL204
Mar 27, 2003

Very intrsting class, nice guy, exams are esaay and he is a hard grader

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PHIL204
Mar 31, 2003

Amazing lecturer, mkaes you think, approaches every topic from every angle, but be wary of his tests. He may look for something specific, ask it in a convoluted way, and give 0 on a 25 pt question, no matter how much you know if you don't hit a tiny poin

5.0
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PHIL204
Apr 11, 2003

Great professor. Tests are hard but as long as u do really well on papers u should do fine. Definitely best prof. at U of D.

5.0
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PHIL204
Apr 13, 2003

Makes you think. Not the easiest class, but def. most interesting. Very open minded-not a conservative jerk like many other profs here.

4.0
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WORLDREL
Apr 22, 2003

Though I acknowledge Fox's knowledge of the subject, I dislike how he frames class discussion -- you get the illusion that you're discussing issues, when in fact his leading questions lead to his personal conclusions, presented as fact.

5.0
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PHIL309
Apr 22, 2003

Great professor. Not easy, not hard. Go to class and pay attention. Don't expect an A unless you're a major or minor. Definitely a class everyone should graduate with just to keep an openmind.

2.0
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PHIL309
Apr 29, 2003

1st, appreciated his open discussion and involving the class, but then that's all he does! He accepts every stupid BS answer and every wrong ans. So u never no which one is right. Sometimes, I wish he would just completely deny a student & state 1 fact!!

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PHIL309
Apr 29, 2003

Arrogant, Ambigious, Allan. What a freak- thinks he's asian.

1.0
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PHIL309
Apr 29, 2003

No Comments

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PHIL309
May 8, 2003

Very confusing- looks like the guy from the original WaterBalloon Drop.

1.0
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PHIL309
May 8, 2003

Just read the book! What is that growth of hair extending from the back of his neck? I don't think it qualifies as a ponytail...

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PHIL204
May 8, 2003

You will get nothing out of the lecture- no actual information whatsoever- and it sux cuz attendance is mandatory!

1.0
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PHIL204
May 8, 2003

Sooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo Boooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooring!

3.0
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PHIL204
May 21, 2003

Horrible class. Boring. Boring. Very Boring. Can never pinpoint a single answer. Very ambiguous. Class is unecessary. The worst part is that everything is literarily criticized. DONT TAKE THIS CLASS

5.0
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PHIL
Jun 3, 2003

does present his opinion as fact at times, but let's face it, his opinion is fact ... smart, funny, easy to approach

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PHIL309
Jun 3, 2003

Who is this joker below me? Yea Be-low ME. Smart? Yea so is Joe Millionaire. Funny? Yea and I'm Madonna. Easy to Approach? Yes those beady eyes through the thick bifocals are so inviting.

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PHIL367
Jul 17, 2003

He is one of the smartest professors I've had. Though he sometimes recycles ideas between the classes he teaches, he always presents them in fresh ways. You'll have to work, but it is definitely worth it and your A will mean that much more.

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PHIL204
Aug 14, 2003

I think he really does want you to pass, but he asks way too much out of people who aren't of the philosophical mindset. The class is easy but the tests are killer. Take this course at your own risk!

4.0
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PHIL204
Aug 15, 2003

Hey dont listen to the negative feedback, exams are hard but papers are fair. It'll blow ur mind. Dont take it if ur not ready to sit back and think. Thats what philosophy is people!

4.0
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PHIL204
Aug 18, 2003

great professor, very helpful outside of class, but very hard tests, recycled info throughout classes, dont take class if you NEED a high GPA, it WILL bring you down.

5.0
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PHIL204
Sep 6, 2003

Best philosophy/eastern religion professor ever! Entertaining, brilliant, highly interested in his students!!!

5.0
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PHIL204
Oct 31, 2003

If you are looking for a survey course in world religions, don't take this one. If you are looking for a course that is interesting, challenging and engaging, YOU MUST TAKE THIS COURSE! Dr. Fox is an extraordinary teacher who really wants you to learn.

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PHIL204
Nov 12, 2003

His anal-retentiveness comes through in his teaching hardcore. Grades on a whim, tests all short answer/essay, VERY HARD. If you dont click with him, HE WILL FAIL YOU. He memorizes every person's name, so HE KNOWS WHO YOU ARE and EVERY TIME YOU MISS CLASS

5.0
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PHIL204
Nov 21, 2003

Hands down best professor at UD in any department. Class requires some effort, though. Very interesting.

5.0
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PHIL2043X
Nov 24, 2003

Ive had him for 3 semesters and he is top notch. Extremely smart and engaging; he teaches the way every professor should teach. Other professors could learn from him.

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PHIL309
Dec 5, 2003

Everbody who thinks this guy is a good teacher or who is confused- just listen to this: I am a straight A, Dean's List student, and I got a D-! in his class. what doest that tell you- he is an **** 4 real. If u're not all overzealous, he'll fail u.

5.0
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PHIL204
Dec 8, 2003

Not the freakin genius that some students like to make him out to be, but still very smart and a very good lecturer/teacher. You will learn but you'll also definitely work. Tough to get an A

5.0
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PHIL310
Dec 16, 2003

Not the easiest class but one of the best profs at UD. Read everything. Nice guy and very helpful.

5.0
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PHIL310
Dec 17, 2003

Not an easy class. You must participate in order to gain points. Make sure you go to class everyday, but he is a nice guy and will help you out if you're willing to get it

5.0
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PHIL310
Dec 19, 2003

Very Nice, Very Witty, Very hard. Things go well till the test. Not an easy grader, and pay attention to class. He has a handout on how to do well....USE IT!!!

4.0
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PHIL310
Dec 20, 2003

I took two of his classes. Prepare to work, but it is worth it. Dr. Fox is an amazing teacher, if you participate and take thought into the papers, you'll do fine. Study with a friend and discuss the class, it helps!

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PHIL310
Dec 24, 2003

Not a hard class if you go everyday and really pay attention and participate; plus a semester with this guy will do wonders for your vocabulary

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PHIL204
Dec 24, 2003

Incredible teacher-you will learn a lot. However, this class is NOT an easy A and more than likely, Fox will not give you an A. Take the class if you want to be enlightened and want to learn-NOT if you need a GPA booster.

5.0
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PHIL204
Dec 27, 2003

A great class to take if you want to see Sunday School activists proven wrong in an auditorium setting. Fox is a tough grader and expects the best, so stay away if your GPA is already low. But i guarantee you will see the world differently when you leave.

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PHIL367
Jan 5, 2004

Topnotch Asian philosophy teacher -- good command of subjects, sometimes provides better exposition of difficult stuff than in any books available in English. Can form reasonable guestimates of what essay questions will be on tests.

5.0
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PHIL310
Feb 8, 2004

Might be the best prof I have ever had.

5.0
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PHIL204
Feb 9, 2004

Incredible teacher. Will open your eyes. One of the best courses at the university and I don't know if it could be taught better. Definitely worth it.

5.0
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PHIL204H
Feb 12, 2004

Amazing class and prof. Worth the small hit to the GPA. Not an easy A, but a fun, thought provoking class. And no, this is not from an "artsy philosophy major" either, but a hist. and posc. major usually stuck in concrete facts.

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PHIL204
Feb 18, 2004

completely full of himself and thinks he knows everything. be ready to participate, he knows every single person's name and knows when you don't go to class. Grades on a whim and WILL FAIL YOU- don't listen to the honors kid

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PHIL204
Mar 12, 2004

He is just one of those professors that opens your eyes to other possiblities than what you have been taught all your life...this class is definitely worth taking but don't do it unless you are prepared to read, participate and think

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PHIL204
Apr 1, 2004

Took him for World Religions. Fantastic teacher, really gets you thinking, questioning everything. But not an easy A. Read, do the essays, study, go to class, stay awake. Great class, but definitely not a GPA booster.

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PHIL308
Apr 8, 2004

absolute worst teacher i have EVER had. arrogant a**hole...completely full of himself and talks forever to sound like he's important. don't have your own ideas b/c he only wan't to hear his. don't go to him for help b/c he's so NOT understanding

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PHIL204
Apr 11, 2004

arrogant teacher who doesn't allow you to think on your own, you have to believe his ideas, hard grader and class is very boring

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PHIL204
Apr 21, 2004

if you have to take world religions to fulfill your multicultural, take his class and not Dr Raine. Raine is the all-time worst teacher ever. I took Raine because Fox's section was full and it wrecked my GPA.

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PHIL204
May 17, 2004

Very difficult class, very entertaining however. Explains things very clearly and challenges you to develop your own thoughts. Do not take thinking it will be easy, because it definately wil not be.Tough Grader, you must read,and go, will know your name.

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PHIL204
May 18, 2004

Don't get me wrong his test are complex and require a good deal of study and effort. But his papers are easy and he knows a lot about the material. He's a great guy and good to talk to about the material after class. Wei wu Wei baby

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PHIL104
May 27, 2004

He was helpful, I just didn't like the subject.

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PHIL204
Jun 15, 2004

Great professor, instead of just lecturing at you, he makes you come up with the answers. I didn't sell back any of the books. Papers are super easy, midterm was harder than final (only because his specialty is eastern religions), still got an A

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PHIL204
Aug 6, 2004

First half of class and midterm are tough if you can't understand the abstract Eastern stuff, but he tries to make analogies and help you out. Second half is great, especially if you like looking at the monotheistic stuff! Fair grader.

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PHIL204
Aug 10, 2004

I can see why some call him arrogant, but it works for him somehow. He's a very entertaining and humorous lecturer, and he gets the class involved. I am very glad I took the course, but there is a lot of reading and you REALLY have to know yer sh**.

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PHIL204
Aug 29, 2004

i havent actually started his world religions class yet, but he let me even after the seats were taken.

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PHIL204
Oct 4, 2004

awesome lecturer, involves everyone and takes the time to re-explain things that you dont understand. fair grader, read your stuff, make sure you do the papers, go to class, and you'll be fine

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PHIL204
Oct 24, 2004

Great Prof, he's very accepting of everyone's beliefs, while still managing to make you think about what you've always considered to be given. Not an easy class, but well worth the effort. If you have strong, solid beliefs can help to reaffirm them, and if not, then it can help you to realize it.

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PHIL204
Nov 19, 2004

if there's 1 class that U have to take before u leave udel it's world religions with fox. He's a great teacher and and just a really good guy- if you like to think and wanna question ur beliefs don't hesitate to take this class...

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PHIL204
Dec 5, 2004

Best Professor at UD! He is interesting, funny, friendly, and intellectually stimulating. Really makes you think about what you previously believed. Tests and essays are really easy.

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PHIL204
Dec 7, 2004

great professor but a hard class. a lot of reading and writing is involved but ends up being worth it. i took this class online and whatever you do don't get behind on watching the lectures! seems like a really nice guy who is willing to help. tests require a lot of studying

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PHIL204
Dec 9, 2004

class is terrible and boring

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PHIL204
Jan 3, 2005

By far the best non-engineering class I've taken at the University. Very tough, but you'll learn boatloads.

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PHIL204
Feb 9, 2005

Fox is one of the best professors at UD! I think for those that struggled with it they probably didn't take good notes. Don't write everything but the major concepts and ideas and the examples he uses to illustrate them so u remember the context. If u do this tests will be a piece of cake I got an A

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PHIL204
Apr 14, 2005

This guy is the best professor and this is the best class I've take so far at UD. Not an easy A, but not too difficult either, and it really stimulates you to think about things rather than just regurgitating facts. I can't say enough good things, so just take it.

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PHIL367
Apr 19, 2005

This is the 4th class I've taken with Fox. Nicest, most informative, and concerned professor i've ever had. I've never learned so much in a college course before, ever. After taking 2 of his courses I changed my major to Philosophy!!! If you can take a class w/ him definately do you'll learn so much

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PHIL204
Jun 1, 2005

great professor, will change your outlook on life. Really knows what he's talking about. The class is hard though, you really have to understand everything well to pass the exams. Grades tough.

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PHIL204
Jul 10, 2005

This was the best class I have taken yet. Fox is extremely knowledgeable & its obvious that he loves what he's teaching. The material is at time difficult to understand but, don't worry you'll get it eventually. Exams not to terrible and he makes u look @ your beliefs in a whole new light. It you want a class that makes you think, get this one!

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PHIL204
Jul 23, 2005

World Religions with Fox was awesome. Really makes you take a look at your personal beliefs and changes how you look at other religions. Great class, hard though.

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PHIL204
Aug 4, 2005

I guess the hype about Dr. Fox being a great guy is right on...but his class and grading are like his interests, completely philosophical! I put exactly what came out of his mouth as answers on his tests and I still ended up getting a D- for the class (got As on all the short papers) Answering hisexamquestions are like answering the question "why?"

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WORLDRELIGION
Sep 3, 2005

I loved this class. This man is a genious.

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PHIL367
Nov 12, 2005

Material is tough and class IS demanding, but Fox is a great guy, and the most interesting Prof I've had so far. Keep up with the reading and assignments, definately. You'll like going to his class.

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PHIL204
Dec 14, 2005

Probably the only philosophy class ive ever enjoyed. Notes from class are the only thing you need for midterm and final.

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PHIL367
Jan 16, 2006

Fox is awesome. Seriously. Brilliant guy and he's so nice and helpful. He actually cares about his students and what he's teaching. By far one of the best professors I've ever had. Not an easy class, but not too hard either. He's also very very willing to help if you go to him. You're missing out if you don't take a class with Foxy!

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PHIL310
Jan 24, 2006

He's a fabulous professor. He makes it funny and insightful, when the material is hard to comprehend or dry. He's sweet, friendly, and very outgoing. The class was fun, but alot of work and alot of reading. Take a class with him, you won't regret it.

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PHIL204
Feb 3, 2006

All the other posts pretty much nail it on the head. Consider not taking this class online--you will apparently benefit more from an actual lecture. The only complaint I can make with Fox is that he gave no feedback on papers which harmed me on an exam. Other than that a decent professor; and if given the choice to take the class again I would.

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PHIL204
Feb 14, 2006

World Religions was interesting; Fox's sense of humor helped with that. The exams and grading were fair, but by no means a piece of cake. Study!

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WORLDRELIGIONS
Feb 24, 2006

Smart, witty, and a killer smile. If you want to learn from an intellectual who has high expectations (meaning expects a reciprocated effort), he's ideal.

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PHIL309
May 1, 2006

I have taken several classes with Dr. Fox. He's the best. A must-take before you graduate. He has won the teacher of the year award (for the WHOLE univeristy) twice! Enough said.

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PHIL204
Sep 9, 2006

Dr. Fox is a nice guy and will help you...but that is it. Figuring out how he grades a test is in itself a philosophic puzzle. You can put his lecture down word for word and STILL not pass a test. The mini papers were all that saved me!

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PHIL310
Dec 27, 2006

He's extremely intelligent and engaging. It's important to go to class to participate, Read, write, revise, read, write, revise. This class is not easy.

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WR100
Dec 29, 2006

amazing, inspirtaional, def. knows what he is talking about, LOVED him and his class

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PHIL204
Feb 4, 2007

Very mixed feelings. On one hand, he is brilliant and you feel SO smart when you connect the dots in his lectures. He is funny and seems likeable. But he can be very nitpicky and overly critical. Tries to see others' POV but doesn't do a good job of it. Not enough time on tests. Take the class, but be prepared to work HARDDDDDDDDDDDD.

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PHIL204
Feb 9, 2007

This Professor is ridiculous. Don't bother taking him he is hard and not fair. The tests are hard and his grading is over critical. It is a mystery to find out how he grades the tests and the papers.

2.0
3.0
PHIL204
Feb 21, 2007

absence of clarity made the online course difficult (and his tests nearly impossible to prepare for)

4.0
4.0
PHIL204
Feb 23, 2007

Very fun class, Fox is very helpful and very nice. He makes the information interesting even though it's tough to understand. Class is not an easy A and exams are tough, but if you study enough and go to lecture you're fine. Loved the class, learned a lot. :)

5.0
4.0
PHIL204
Mar 13, 2007

Fox is amazing. He has great examples for everything he teaches which make even the most difficult information easy to learn. He's helpful and seems like he really wants students to do well, but that doesnt mean he'll give you a grade you don't deserve. I've had him twice now and hope to have him again.

1.0
4.0
PHIL204
Apr 2, 2007

Guy is arrogant as all hell and loves asking students questions just to prove that you're wrong and he is right. Highly overrated. There is no clear grading system and it is impossible to know what kind of answer he wants.

5.0
3.0
PHIL204
May 15, 2007

I don't see how anyone could not find this class extremely interesting. Fox has been teaching this class so long, that it seems like the lectures are scripted, but he is amazing. Very captivating and intellectual lectures. Grading is difficult, but it's not hard to pass. Participating is intimidating but makes you think. Question your beliefs.

4.0
4.0
PHIL204
May 18, 2007

Nice guy, knows his stuff. That said, he is so knowledgable about religions that he seems to forget that it's a lot for people who are just being introduced to this. Even with a prior knowledge of the religions, I still struggled in the class. While I did great (100 average) on the short essays, the tests were tough with intimidating grading.

4.0
4.0
PHIL204
Jun 9, 2007

Fox has interesting lectures and wants you to participate (he knows everyone's names, too). I feel like he gives the same lectures word-for-word each semester, though. He's a tough grader on tests (& write your test essays with a thesis and use support), but short papers will help out. He comes across as arrogant, but I still recommend him.

5.0
3.0
PHIL310
Oct 21, 2007

Dr Fox's class is great. He's very knowledgable about the material, but he doesn't try to lord it over you. He says that he has his own beliefs about it, but he doesn;t want you to just memorize his thoughts. But if you want to openly disagree, be able to defend and explain why. Its students that ask crazy questions that make him seem arrogant...

5.0
3.0
PHIL310
Oct 21, 2007

Dr Fox's class is great. He's very knowledgable about the material, but he doesn't try to lord it over you. He says that he has his own beliefs about it, but he doesn;t want you to just memorize his thoughts. But if you want to openly disagree, be able to defend and explain why. Its students that ask crazy questions that make him seem arrogant...

5.0
3.0
PHIL240
Oct 22, 2007

if alan fox said that worshipping squirrels was the way to go i'd be outside with some walnuts right now. the man is amazing. world religions will change your life.

5.0
5.0
PHIL204
Jan 18, 2008

one of the best and most challenging teachers I'm had yet in my college experience. If you are looking to just pass a multicultural choose another because the class is challenging.

3.0
5.0
PHIL204
May 17, 2008

Dr. Fox is extremely intelligent, and the course material is very interesting. The writing assignments are graded fairly, but I feel that there is something off about how he grades the mid-term and final. YOu could have everything memorized, feel like you've done a decent job, and end up getting a D+ (when you're an A student even) on his exams...

5.0
3.0
PHIL309
Aug 13, 2008

Read, come to class, and do the assignments and you should be fine with Dr.Fox. The readings are essential to understanding what the next class will be about. He's very flexible about scheduling time for extra help and is always more than willing to do so, as long as you do your work. I would love to take one of his classes again!

5.0
4.0
PHIL204
Aug 18, 2008

His world religions class is easily the most interesting class I've ever taking. It's a lot of reading and a fair deal of writing, but it's worth it. He's extremely smart and makes every discussion in an interesting manner. I enjoyed going to the class each time and learned loads from it. I would absolutely take any class Professor Fox taught.

4.0
3.0
PHIL204
Dec 13, 2008

Dr. Fox is amazing. While it's a lot of work, it's definitely worth it. You will learn a lot. He expects a lot on exams, but the essays are graded easily. Take him if you can, but be prepared to work.

3.0
4.0
PHIL310
Dec 18, 2008

Dr. Fox is an interesting funny guy and he usually keeps lectures interesting. There are about 8 short writing assignment, class participation, and a midterm and a final. The course material was very interesting but Dr. Fox is a VERY picky grader, you can leave a test thinking you got an A and actually get a D. If possible avoid him!

4.0
2.0
PHIL204
Feb 4, 2009

This class was wonderful. Dr. Fox is very funny and the lectures are thought-provoking, even if you can tell he's done the same lectures over and over before. A lot of people struggle with the class, but really all you have to do is keep up with the reading, take good notes and understand what he says. Definitely take Fox before you leave UD =]

5.0
4.0
PHIL204
Feb 10, 2009

truly a master in his field. it is a privilege to take a course with Dr. Fox and if you can, you should. world religions opened my eyes to so many things, i would TAKE IT AGAIN. do the readings, write the easy papers, participate, and most importantly,show him that you're interested... not only will you succeed, you will LEARN!!!!!!!!

5.0
3.0
PHIL309
Apr 24, 2009

Phenomenal. Take him. Pratityasamutpada baby

5.0
4.0
RELIG300
May 11, 2009

He is a wonderful prof. You should take his class because you will learn and it will stay with you in the future. Not a read the book and forget about it class.

5.0
2.0
PHIL204
May 11, 2009

Professor Fox will change your life. Guaranteed.

5.0
2.0
PHIL310
Oct 8, 2009

Amazing professor, extremely clear, very approachable with questions, recognizes effort of students and takes it into consideration when grading; anyone who thinks otherwise does not know what they are talking about or failed due to not trying.

5.0
4.0
PHIL204
Dec 9, 2009

Probably the best professor I've had so far. I positively looked forward to going to his class. He's very open to questions and keeps the whole class engaged as he teaches. If you can get him as a professor DO IT! Be prepare to put some work into the course though

1.0
5.0
PHIL1000
Jan 22, 2010

horrible grader

2.0
4.0
PHIL204
Aug 11, 2010

Do not take this professor online b/c the material is very outdated. His opinions have obviously changed since the several year old recording and he implies that it might change based on comments in the videos. He uses different naming of key elements in his slides vs what is in the class books. So you have to decide which you are going to follo

5.0
3.0
PHIL204
Sep 3, 2010

LOVE LOVE LOVE Fox. Taken a few classes with him. I have to say a few people have mentioned, with respect to the difficult exams, that you could write his lecture notes down word for word and still not do well. That is a major point of the class. He wants your opinions. He wants you to think for yourself (and have good reasons). That IS philosophy.

5.0
4.0
PHIL367
Oct 27, 2010

Best professor I've had at UD. I've had him for 2 classes and it's just...fun. Material is fascinating, he is brilliant, and the class structure and grading just make sense. It's a difficult class only because you're asked to THINK, not just memorize, and wow that is refreshing.

2.0
5.0
PHIL204
Nov 5, 2010

If u want an a, don't write from a Christian viewpoint. He loves to be funny and get people to like him and act like he's presenting the facts openly and being fair to all religions. Yeah, ok fox.

2.0
2.0
PHIL204
Dec 14, 2010

Not nearly as critical, difficult, or good as his reputation. Purports to be "critical but sympathetic" but is not really that critical, especially toward the weirder claims of Daoism. Claims to want arguments, but actually wants generalizations supported by cherry-picked examples. I've been in excellent philosophy classes and this wasn't one.

4.0
5.0
PHIL204
Dec 27, 2010

Fox is no joke. World Religions was the toughest class I've taken at UD. He loves if you participate in class and MAKE SURE YOU READ THE BOOKS. He knows if you don't. He checks every essay for the slightest bit of plagiarism. Don't take the midterm and final lightly, either. Study like your life (or at least your GPA) depends on it.

4.0
4.0
MUSIC202
Dec 29, 2010

Taken a few classes with him. He wants you to think for yourself (and have good reasons). That IS philosophy.

5.0
5.0
PHIL204
Jan 24, 2011

GENIUS! A real Robert Langdon...Dr. Fox's class has truly inspired me. If you received anything lower than a B, then you just didn't try. Whether it be for his witty tone or insightful analysis, this course is a MUST for all majors at this university. I'm not sure why this brilliant man is at UD instead of Harvard, but be sure to take advantage...

5.0
2.0
PHIL309
Apr 26, 2011

Best prof I've had at UD. Took his 204 last semester, currently taking 309, next semester taking 310. The man is a wealth of knowledge that some students know to tap into, taking his classes would really do one wonders. Did for me.

1.0
5.0
PHIL204
Jan 30, 2012

This was the biggest waste of my time. I took it to bring my GPA up and the teacher and class let me down. He is arrogant and thinks as though it is his way or the highway. He is not clear about what he wants and grades harshly. Even a student on the dean's list can earn a D+ on the midterm or final after studying for hours. DO NOT TAKE.

2.0
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PHIL204
Feb 4, 2012

Prof Fox is so overrated. the people giving him such high praises are in his cult. to break it down, he's a below average professor. I am a pretty good writer and always get good grades on my papers, not in this class. ask him what you did wrong and you will be even more confused than you were to begin with the majority of people that post

3.0
4.0
PHIL204
Feb 5, 2012

Unclear on what he wants. Do not take.

5.0
2.0
PHIL204
Feb 22, 2012

Professor Fox is a great lecturer. He is very witty and funny. You must attend the lectures if you wish to do well. The reason why some people do not do well is because they don't listen to him when he says you must make an argument and support it. This class is not about writing down everything you know. Make relations between things you learn.

5.0
2.0
PHIL204
Apr 13, 2012

I have taken both 204 and 309 (same format of 7-8 papers and 2 exams) and loved every minute of it. But "there is no whatithink.com", and philosophy requires thought. Dr. Fox is a great man, always willing to help, and a pleasure to be around. He has opened my mind, and I will always be thankful for his guidance. I wish he taught all of my classes.

4.0
4.0
PHIL310
Jan 2, 2013

Extremely charismatic teacher; keeps lectures incredibly interesting. You will learn a lot. But I could not comprehend his grading - As far as I can tell, it's subjective and sometimes done in a hurry. I got a higher grade in the class I felt totally lost in and gave up on the reading than the one in which I had strong, well-developed ideas!

5.0
3.0
PHIL204
Feb 2, 2013

I took the class to satisfy the multicultural requirement. I left picking up a philosophy minor. The dude is awesome and the class is really interesting. Do not try to memorize facts. Instead, draw conclusions.

5.0
5.0
PHILOSOPHY
Feb 27, 2014

After viewing his online video, I feel like I'd take philosophy over again just to be in his class face-to-face.

4.0
4.0
WORLDRELIGIONS
Grade: A
Dec 1, 2014

I took this class during the second summer session, and learning from him really shaped part of my current worldview.

4.0
3.0
PHIL204
Feb 9, 2015

Dr. Fox is a great professor who clearly shows interest in not only the topics he teaches but his students as well. My only problem is that, in a World Religions class, I would expect material to be equally covered. When we got to Christianity, Dr. Fox didn't even talk about the core and essence of what Christians believe. I was disappointed.

3.0
4.0
PHIL309
Grade: Not sure yet
May 11, 2015

I like Alan Fox as a person. He's very cool and lectures are interesting and I feel that I've learned a lot. The material can be difficult to understand and when I have gone to him for clarification he doesn't really clear it up, more questions why I don't get it. The midterm was three essays, kinda hard. Interesting subject, hard class.

3.0
4.0
PHIL204
May 15, 2016

One of the most amazing professors and interesting subjects, but hard class. The material was very difficult to keep up with and he expects a lot from everyone in class and in the papers (8 mini) and exams (2 all essay exams). Very tough grader. Expect to work hard. MUST BE A GOOD WRITER. Worth taking but could hurt your Gpa. Take with caution.

1.0
5.0
PHIL204
Jan 25, 2017
Wouldn't take again

This class WILL hurt your GPA if you aren't already extremely savvy on Philosophy. Not worth it if you are looking for a Breadth A requirement. Go with THEA instead. He will not "mark up" your test so you have NO idea HOW you got the grade you did. He just circles a #. That said, the lectures were interesting and going to class was always fun.

Tough Grader
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TEST HEAVY
5.0
4.0
PHIL204
Grade: A
Apr 3, 2017
Would take again

Professor Fox is amazing. I took this class with him and ended up taking 3 more. He is a great lecturer and is more than willing to go over difficult concepts with you out of class. There is a fair amount of reading but usually interesting content. The tests are difficult so study early! Easy to get a B but hard to get an A

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
1.0
4.0
PHIL204
May 24, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Do not take a class with this man. His tests are awful, your entire grade is basically 2 tests. He expects you to make miraculous conclusions from lectures that seem to be almost no help in forming arguments. The books don't help either and often left me more confused.

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5.0
4.0
PHIL204
Dec 3, 2018
Would take again

Dr. Fox is an inspiring professor. His lectures are amazing and really get you to consider world religions from a critical perspective. His grading style is difficult. He expects you to account for every nuance of your argument. 1 Midterm 1 Final all Blue Book and 8 mini essays. Even still, I would still consider taking another one of his classes.

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Get ready to read
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
UNIV490
Dec 7, 2018
Would take again

Dr. Fox is funny and insightful. He shares his own ideas and experiences, but wants students to develop their own views and welcomes thoughtful disagreement. He makes an effort to learn everybody's name, and participation and discussion are important. The class I took was his Honors capstone; it was definitely reading-intensive, but it was fun!

Respected
Participation matters
Hilarious
2.0
5.0
PHIL204
Apr 8, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Professor Fox simply wants you to regurgitate his exact thoughts in papers and exams, and even if you do this he will take points off arbitrarily. He will completely stop reading your paper if he disagrees with something, even if you disprove it two sentences later. Doing everything in your power to do well will be fruitless unless you ARE him.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Graded by few things
Tough grader
2.0
3.0
HONR290
Grade: A-
May 24, 2019
Wouldn't take again

I took his colloquium, 'Gods and Superheroes'. This class wasn't too hard, I didn't read any of the material but you are graded on 3 papers and class participation. His grading style is unclear and there is no feedback on the papers. Very difficult to follow if you don't know psychology and have a vast knowledge of superheroes.

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Graded by few things
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
PHIL310
Sep 11, 2019
Would take again

Im taking his class in Buddhist Philosophy and Ancient Chinese religion & Philosophy. Class is made up of 8 homework essay assignments and a midterm essay and final essay. Very good in lecture he has a lot of energy and explains complex subjects with ease. If you are interested in the subject he is teaching take the class!

Hilarious
Amazing lectures
So many papers
4.0
4.0
PHIL204
Grade: A-
Dec 8, 2019
Would take again

This class was super fascinating and Dr. Fox is very knowledgable and makes the class very interesting. He talks without bias and explains abstract concepts simply. That being said, this class is also very difficult. The exams are very difficult worth so much of your grade and he assigns so many readings. You need to put in the work to get an A.

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Test heavy
1.0
3.0
HONR290
Grade: B
Apr 28, 2020
Wouldn't take again

I dont know what he wanted in his papers and I dont think he did either. He was incredibly vague with little to no feedback on everything. He doesnt seem to want analysis in essays, but is unclear on what he DOES want. Im taking this class online now because of corona and he clearly doesnt know what hes doing in the online world.

Participation matters
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
5.0
3.0
PHIL204
Grade: Not sure yet
May 18, 2020
Would take again

I LOVE ALAN FOX. He quickly became my favorite professor that I've had so far. If you are interested in the subject, take this class! He makes the class so interesting and time flies in his lectures. He is very clear about what he expects from his students so as long as you listen to him, you'll do fine in the class. He is also so caring! 10/10 :)

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Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
4.0
PHIL310
Grade: A
May 29, 2020
Would take again

High standards HQ. He wants original analysis and emphasizes using your own understanding of the material, and then justifying it with proof from the readings. He grades on quality of argument - you won't get an A by being a parrot. If you want a professor that will blow your mind and change the way you look at things, take Fox's classes.

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Inspirational
Amazing lectures
2.0
5.0
PHIL309
Jun 1, 2020
Wouldn't take again

I took this class as a breadth requirement, thinking it sounded interesting. I strongly don't recommend you take this class if that is your case! You are expected to have a DEEP understanding to even get a B. Only take if you are an Indian Philosophy die-hard. He's nice and insightful but too much prior knowledge is expected for an "intro" course.

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Participation matters
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
PHIL204
Grade: B+
Sep 18, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Requires you to read an insane amount of books, requires you to go to office hours. He is very brief and vague about topics, but expects you to draw deep conclusions about them. Take this course if you are extremely interested, have an otherwise light class-load, and are ok with prioritizing it over your other classes. TLDR; likely to lower GPA

1.0
5.0
PHIL204
Grade: B+
Oct 3, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Do not take, this course is more work than it is worth.

5.0
3.0
PHIL204
Grade: A
Nov 2, 2020
Would take again

This class is awesome. As you put in effort and follow some of the easy recommendations in his syllabus. If you are taking this class for an easy A, that is a poor choice. This class is fun, if you put in the work.

Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
Inspirational
1.0
3.0
PHIL309
Apr 14, 2021
Wouldn't take again

assigns readings on the material but wants you to basically repeat his own beliefs that he had during class discussion, which is just him talking at you and then asking if you have any problems with what he said. you can do alllllll the readings but if you dont ride on his beliefs, youll fail. weird for a philosophy class.

5.0
4.0
PHIL310
Grade: A-
Oct 8, 2021
Would take again

I took two of his classes so far and enjoyed myself during the lectures. He is passionate about in-class interaction and gives good feedback if you ask for it. Writing, reading, and participation matter in his class since homework is based on textbook understanding and exams are based on lectures comprehension. Great instructor of Asian PHIL study!

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Participation matters
Lecture heavy
3.0
4.0
PHIL204
Grade: C-
Nov 3, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Professor Fox is a good professor, very enthused about his teachings. However, if you aren't prepared to argue your view 100%, you won't get credit if it goes against his. Must be paying attention at all times, little to no notes are written on the board. And you must read everything otherwise you'll be lost. Participation is a must, gets graded.

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
Lecture heavy
5.0
4.0
PHIL310
Grade: A
Dec 4, 2021
Would take again

8 1-2 page papers, 25% of grade: pass (95 A), pass minus (75 C) and not pass (50 F). 100% for doing all of them. 25% participation: go to class and speak up for a 95%. 50% take-home midterm/final. Challenging, but manageable if you keep up. Fantastic lecturer and educator. Witty, eloquent, energetic, compassionate, precise, responsive, engaging.

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Participation matters
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
PHIL204
Grade: A
Dec 11, 2021
Would take again

The class consists of 10 1-2 page essay assignments and two open-note exams. The exams have 3 short essays and one longer essay. The class is very interesting. A lot of reading and overeviewing material is needed for a good grade. The professor makes class fun to go to and makes the information intriguing.

1.0
5.0
PHIL204
Grade: C-
Apr 21, 2022

Def not an easy A. I consider myself a pretty good student and I barely passed. All your grades are based on writing. You also need to be prepared to ready 100 pages of the bible or other religious books a night and then write about them. Tanked my gpa for no reason.

Tough grader
Participation matters
So many papers
1.0
5.0
PHIL204
Grade: C+
May 17, 2022

This professor is just difficult if you care about your grade avoid him. He barely gives feedback and when he does he just insults you.

3.0
5.0
PHIL204
Grade: B+
May 19, 2022

Dr. Fox's class was definitely challenging the whole semester and there was a lot of work that needed to be put in to do somewhat well. You actually have to do the readings he assigns otherwise you are not going to understand what he says. Very strict grader. Other than that he is a really nice professor and knows what he is talking about.

Tough grader
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Participation matters
1.0
5.0
204
Grade: A
May 22, 2022

Avoid if you can

5.0
3.0
PHIL410
Grade: A
May 23, 2022
Would take again

Great professor and would take again. Class consisted of about one reading and a short paper each week (not graded hard). Participation is part of your grade but you will do a lot better on exams asking questions and taking notes in class and the material is interesting. Midterm and final were the only exams and both take home.

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Participation matters
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
204
Grade: A
May 27, 2022
Would take again

Absolutely loved this class. Not challenging at all if you actually put the work in. Class is all incredible and engaging lectures. There are short one page papers that you will receive an A for with basic effort. Two big take home essay exams that are graded fairly. Participation really matters, be prepared to contribute to class discussion.

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Amazing lectures
1.0
4.0
PHIL310
Grade: B+
Aug 31, 2022

Spends as much time talking about himself and his own ideas as he does the actual philosophers. Harsh grader, and somewhat condescending in person- definitely likes feeling like an authority. If you like Chinese philosophy you'll still get a lot out of the class (I did), but it's in spite of Fox, not because of it.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
So many papers
1.0
5.0
PHIL204H
Oct 12, 2022

Avoid this class at all costs

Tough grader
Get ready to read
So many papers
5.0
1.0
PHIL310
Grade: A+
Dec 17, 2022
Would take again

Alan Fox is what all teachers should strive to be. His presence invigorates me. He is a very kind and caring man, I always felt safe and secure in his sexy presence. I once saw him take down 10 ruffians in one move. Take this professor if you can!

Participation matters
Caring
Respected
5.0
4.0
PHIL204
Grade: B+
Dec 23, 2022
Would take again

He's amazing and really fun. He gets personal and knows all of his students by name. His lectures are great and he gives anecdotes and examples to help you understand a complicated subject more easily. However, the reading amount in this class is really intense, so if you don't like reading (or tbh, don't have the time), steer clear of this course.

Tough grader
Participation matters
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
PHIL204
Grade: A+
Jan 4, 2023
Would take again

If I could minor in courses only taught by Fox I would, I want to take every possible class he teaches. He is that good. Probably one of the most knowledgeable and passionate professors I have ever had, never learned more about a subject in a single semester. HIGHLY recommend. If you are interested in religion its a must-take course

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Participation matters
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
PHIL410
Grade: A+
Mar 16, 2023
Would take again

Fox is the best professor I've ever had! Every low rating on this page is written by someone with no work ethic or interest in the subjects he teaches. Fox is knowledgable and passionate, changing your perspective with every class and encouraging you to think critically. If you take one class at UD, make sure it's with Fox.

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Participation matters
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
PHIL410
Grade: Not sure yet
Mar 22, 2023
Would take again

Professor Fox is easily one of the best professors at UD. He is such an interesting and intelligent person which make his class easy to become engaged in. Your grade is based off of mostly participation but this includes simply just asking questions. I highly recommend doing the readings to be able to participate better during class discussions.

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Respected
4.0
3.0
HONR290
Grade: A
May 16, 2023
Would take again

Professor Fox is very keen on discussions happening in class. Participation is graded throughout but the lectures are easy and interesting enough to get involved. He was not that tough of a grader on the papers and the course was very ambiguous was work and dates. Definitely one of the better colloquiums at least compared to what I have heard.

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
4.0
4.0
PHIL204
Grade: B
Dec 3, 2023
Would take again

Professor Fox was challenging, but I liked his class. He is a very nice man and wants the best for his students. However, he only grades the class based on homework essays, the midterm and the final. The essays are short but can be a bit challenging, and you can only use the assigned readings or else you'll get a zero. Midterm and final are online.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Graded by few things
1.0
5.0
PHIL204
Grade: F
Jan 12, 2024

Not a good experience. Only enjoyed the sound of his own voice. Avoid anything he teaches.

Tough grader
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1.0
4.0
PHIL204
Grade: Not sure yet
Mar 23, 2024

Anyone who dedicates their career to the PHILOSOPHY of RELIGION is a red flag. At first, Fox seemed ok but when it came to grading, if you weren't handing him scriptures straight from Jesus it wasn't good enough. Anything discussed in this class is a difficult concept to grasp and if you can't get it right away you're screwed. DONT TAKE IT.

Tough grader
Participation matters
So many papers
1.0
5.0
PHIL204
Grade: D-
Apr 12, 2024

The worst professor in the United States. Professor Fox really hates every living being beside himself.

Tough grader
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Participation matters
4.0
3.0
PHIL410
Grade: A
Apr 23, 2024
Would take again

All assignments are either papers or exams. You will be graded on attendance. Prof is very nice and entertaining but shows some gender bias. There are SIX textbooks which are rather short and inexpensive, but you will be reading at least 3 chapters per week if you want to pass.

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Participation matters
Lecture heavy
3.0
4.0
HONR290
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 24, 2024

Be prepared to read and write a ton. His superhero colloquium requires papers due almost every class, with extensive reading required to do well. If you don't have previous knowledge of superheroes, be prepared for a low participation score. Discussions in class are hard to follow and participate in if you are not an avid reader of comics.

Get ready to read
So many papers
1.0
5.0
PHIL204
Grade: B
May 18, 2024

Not great, don't recommend.

1.0
5.0
PHIL204
Grade: B-
May 19, 2024

I went into this course thinking I would have a religious studies minor. Not only did Alan ruin my love of religion, but he ruined my semester. I can genuinely say I have never had a professor as terrible in my life. He is disorganized, unprofessional, and makes offensive jokes. He will shame you for any incorrect answer. Don't even consider taking

Tough grader
Participation matters
Lecture heavy
4.0
3.0
PHIL410
Grade: B+
May 24, 2024
Would take again

If you want a good grade in this course make sure you participate! The midterm and final were essay based and open notes. Not too many assignments and the lectures were pretty interesting.

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Participation matters
5.0
4.0
PHIL204
Grade: A
May 28, 2024
Would take again

Dr. Fox makes you think! This class is discussion based. The best way to get a good grade in this class is to read the assigned material and participate! Ask questions and take notes! That being said, you don't need prior philosophy knowledge to be successful, just a willingness to learn. Exams are take home and essay style. You will learn a lot!

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Participation matters
5.0
4.0
PHIL410
Grade: A
May 29, 2024
Would take again

Genuinely one of UD's treasures, by far the best professor I have ever had. You will have to read (a lot) and you will have to participate, but if you can put the work in I doubt there is a more rewarding class to take at all of UD than one taught Professor Fox.

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Participation matters
5.0
3.0
PHIL410
Grade: A
Jul 10, 2024
Would take again

If you do bad in his class thats %100 on you. These reviews are crazy. Show up and put some effort in and you're golden. These kids just don't wanna put in an ounce of work. Even if you miss sometimes you're perfectly fine. Literally just try. When you read a bad review just know they did not do a single thing in his class once. Easy. Just try.

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
4.0
4.0
PHIL204
Grade: B
Sep 20, 2024
Would take again

Professor Fox runs a thought-provoking class, but it can be challenging. Staying on top of the readings and participating is key. Unstuckstudy AI helped me prepare for the essays and exams.

5.0
1.0
HONR490
Grade: A+
Dec 10, 2024
Would take again

Fox is an amazing professor. The class is reading a book every week and writing a small essay on your OPINIONS on the topics of the text. Fox really cares about his students and is interested in what they have to say. The people giving bad reviews are looking for easy As. Don't be afraid to take him

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Participation matters
Inspirational
5.0
3.0
HONR490
Grade: A+
Dec 14, 2024
Would take again

Do you ever have that professor that you think back on and just adore them? Well he's one. I truly almost started crying saying goodbye to him. He's phenomenal in every single way. Just try and do your best on the work and you will be okay. He's a great person!

Amazing lectures
Inspirational
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
PHIL310
Grade: A
Jan 5, 2025
Would take again

An engaging and incredibly knowledgeable lecturer, Professor Fox is about as good as it comes at UD. You're going to have to do a lot of reading and come prepared, but this is college and the workload is nothing out of the ordinary.

Get ready to read
Participation matters
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
PHIL410
Grade: A+
Feb 10, 2025
Would take again

MY FAVORITE PROFESSOR EVER. I've taken five of his classes, one of which was an independent study. He single-handedly changed my career path, and his classes have changed my life. He only expects a one-page paper every week or so, and a midterm and final where you write four one to two-page papers. Participate and show up and you're golden.

Get ready to read
Participation matters
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
PHIL310
Grade: B+
Mar 14, 2025
Would take again

Dr. Fox is an excellent professor. His lectures are engaging and he commands attention effortlessly. The assignments are all short papers and they are all very clear. However, he is not always understanding when it comes to participation/attendance issues, even if absences are formally excused. He weighs participation very heavily.

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Participation matters
Amazing lectures
3.0
4.0
204
Grade: B-
May 20, 2025

Had an A all semester until the final. I, along with other students, got a 56/100 on that. I'm not going to claim bias, but the grading is kinda arbitrary. Sat in front, answered questions, paid attention, and did well. Until he ripped my final apart, giving me 0's on entire sections that were seemingly well written and connected to the class.

4.0
3.0
PHIL204
Grade: A-
May 20, 2025
Would take again

I honestly loved Prof. Fox! He made his students think and I learned so much in his class. It is hard work, but it's college. I loved that he shut down know it all students and gave everyone respect. He is the professor and he is very intelligent. he cares so much about what he is teaching. I highly recommend!

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Participation matters
Amazing lectures
2.0
2.0
PHIL104
Grade: C-
May 29, 2025

This was the worst professor I've ever had. I had a medical emergency and every single one of my professors was able to accomodate me expfet for him. He made me feel bad almost for such a terrible thing that I was dealing with.

Participation matters
So many papers
4.0
3.0
PHIL
Oct 21, 2025
Would take again

he is actually the sweetest funniest dude. it was a difficult topic (buddhism philosophy) but he did great explaining and teaching in a way we can understand. does not use slideshow all chalk or just talking. he cares and loves the topic. the actual topic is kinda interesting and contradictory soemtimes which makes it confusing but I recommend him

Amazing lectures
So many papers
Caring
2.0
3.0
PHIL204
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Oct 23, 2025

I took this class as a breadth course and ended up struggling in this class more than in my core classes. I ended up withdrawing from this course because of the heavy readings. The discussions are good and he seems like a good teacher but, he takes grading very seriously and expects you to be on par with him.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Lots of homework
1.0
5.0
PHIL204
Grade: F
Dec 12, 2025

This class is very hard. DO NOT TAKE IT. I am a straight A student and he said my work was bad and gave me all 0's.

2.0
4.0
PHIL204
Grade: C+
Dec 13, 2025

Fox is clearly passionate and knowledgeable about philosophy, but he also expects his students to be and will talk to you that way. His class is confusing most of the time and despite that, you're still expected to ask/answer questions. No slides/notes to follow along with either. For essays, you're expected to follow HIS interpretation of things.

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Participation matters
So many papers
1.0
4.0
PHIL410
Grade: B-
Dec 14, 2025

Don't bother. Your effort grade starts at 75, and you have to earn the points. I ended with a 73, though I did all the reading, volunteered, and put in effort. The exams are 4 papers, each with specific questions you need to know. You need to submit within 48 hours. Also, He just speaks, and it's hard to get specifics down bc he talks quickly.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Participation matters
1.0
5.0
PHIL410
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Dec 19, 2025

I have never written a rate my professor review... but seriously I have got to say something. It is very clear that as a professor, fox is passionate about the information in this course. He is unbelievably knowledgeable and seemingly personable, yet lacks the empathy for life's circumstances while he talks at you and not to you. Had to drop.

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Participation matters
Lecture heavy
2.0
5.0
PHIL204
Grade: B+
Dec 24, 2025

He is kind and enjoys teaching, but a tough grader. The class is discussion-heavy, and it's often easier to agree with his arguments. He is strict about punctuality. Ideas are complex, wording must be precise, homework is graded with little grace, and office hours are essential. Harder than a core class—double-check your arguments. (DistinguishedH)

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Participation matters
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