he is very informative about the subject and is very in tune with what he is teaching... but he is a smart ass and it's annoying.

whats wrong w/ you people? macfarland is an easy teacher, the course is exactly what he says it is and his smart ass comments make the class funny as hell and more bearable.

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McFarland is a good teacher that knows his stuff, but gives some hard as hell test. He seems as though he has no time to answer questiopns because he always send you to his assistant.

great teacher;very smart

I looked foward to going to his class. He's so funny and makes psychology fun to learn and keeps you interested. I took his class in the morning for 2 hours and I never fell asleep. His tests are hard but if you do the study book it really helps.

Dr. McFarland is the greatest psychology professor ever. I learned a whole lot in his class. Plus he's so hilarious. There is no way anyone should get lower than a B in his class, otherwise you're just dumb or brain dead.

He's smart and a smart ass. Go to lecture, but also read the book. Tests cover a good portion of both and are HARD unless you know what's going on. I fell asleep in class a lot, so I'm glad he had extra credit to make up the grade from awful tests.

Macfarland is an awesome psychology teacher. He's really smart(& a smart ass)& VERY funny. I dont understand how people say his tests are hard bc i didnt even look at the book & i made a 96 on his first test. just use the study guide and come to class.

Easy teacher. Be sure to read the text, attend all classes, and do the required research. Tests are easy if you practice in the study guide. Easier grading scale makes it impossible not to get an A.

I don't know what class the previous 2 reviewers were taking. Tests, lectures, and the book DO match. Just read the book, go to class/take notes, and use the study guide that comes with the book. With the adjusted scale and possibility for extra credit, there's NO EXCUSE for not making at least a B.

I dont know what others are talking about. He's an excellent prof. He teaches on a level that a college course should be taught on, we are not in high school. He is very amusing. Only about 30% of test is lecture, 70% is book. Even if you don't attend every class read the book and you'll do well.

My class only met once a week, and the tests were still easy. He was very clear and thorough in his lectures. He used stories to make the material more interesting. A+++++ WOULD TAKE AGAIN.

This is the easiest class I've ever taken! All you have to do is go to class and halfway listen, then look over the practice quizes. EASY A!

Dr.McFarland is a good professor. His lectures are easy to follow. I never went to class as a freshman and ended up with a B just by reading the textbook and doing the extra credit. This is an excellent class to skip if you do not want to be there. Just make sure that you DO READ THE TEXTBOOK AND STUDY GUIDE.

Dr. McFarland is funny and learned. You'll learn much about human nature from him.

I think Dr. McFarland is the best psychology teacher ever. His class is long...but he keeps it interesting. I would definately recommend him to anyone who is thinking about taking psychology.

easy to follow. he does talk too much about his family and crap. overall, good teacher esp with all the extra credit

Funny and cute!

He makes the material and the class very interesting. However, his tests are extremely hard. Mostly everything on the test comes straight from the book, so no matter how long it takes you...be SURE to read the chapters, or you will do badly on the tests.

McFarland is an asset to UAB. Charismatic, witty, and enthusiastic about teaching. Keeps the class entertained with his lectures. Always explains hard-to-grasp concepts in detail. Offers a more-than-fair grading policy and extra credit; even gives a study guide. Welcomes questions, really wants to see his students succeed. And kinda cute, too!

Very great teacher. Pay attention to the lectures and read the book and u will definitely have an A out of his class. Very Funny

very nice and funny teacher. makes class interesting. you must study for the tests, they are hard. use the study guide b/c some questions come from it. just know the material and read the book. going to class isnt very important. he gives lots of opportunity for extra credit so get all you can!

He is great! Tests are not bad, but you have to study. Use the study guide! These are a lifesaver. He really tries to make it fun. He is also really nice. A great teacher, I would recommend him to anyone taking a psych class.

"Carl" is the most awesomest teacher i've ever had in my entire life. He is the epitome of why college is so friggin' awesome!!! He has a great sense of humor and anyone with 2 brain cells should take his class..but only if you have a sense of humor.

McFarland was not that bad. You should study his notes in addition to reading the text. BUY THE BOOK! He was always helpful to me when I did not understand an aspect of the lecture. His tests are not that bad! Seriously...

He is a great teacher. He drops the lowest test grade, offers over 20 points extra credit, and an 84 is considered an A. He explains in debth and really wants his students to understand. Highly recommended!

At first I absolutly hated this class, but I did not study like I should and I did not go to class. I also did not do too well on the first two tests. That was my fault. He gave us study guides and on the last three tests I made an A. He gives chances to earn extra points for the final exam. I don't recommend skipping class.

He is a very good teacher but he could make himself more open to students that need help.

this man is a kick a** guy. he is awesome tests are easy but u must go to class. BUY THE STUDY GUDE BECAUSE QUESTIONS COME DIRECTLY FROM IT. ALSO HE GIVES LOTS OF EXTRA CREDIT there's no reason to make below a b. also the man is sexy what more can u want in a professor

He is an awesome teacher. He grades really easily and his tests aren't that hard. His class is actually really interesting and fun.He is the best psychology teacher. Take his class!

This class made me want to minor, or possibly double major, in psychology. Dr. McFarland is very intelligent and an amazing teacher.

He is so funny! The tests are slightly hard if you don't read the book, but he makes it so easy to get an A in the class. There is a TON of extra credit .. some for just coming to class .. and you only have to make an 84 to get an A! If you take PY 101 you should get into his class!!!! I love Dr. McFarland!

Dr. McFarland is a wonderful teacher! Students who complain about him not teaching psychology are misguided. His stories are related to the material and help give a real-world perspective on the various topics. 84 gets you an A! The tests are scantron, and by definition, not subjectively graded. So the "cute" girl's flirting did her no good!

I would highly recommend Dr. McFarland's class. His tests aren't that hard if you read over the chapters and do the study guide. His lectures are pretty entertaining and he gives tons of extra credit. Take him.

He's a good teacher and he has alot of real life examples. The main thing that I didn't like was him pushing his political oppinion so much. Attendance isn't mandatory but to do well on the exam you have to go to class to hear the lectures. His tests are tough but he gives tons of extra credit. You should take him :]

He is funny and a good teacher. His grading scale is awesome (84-100=A, 72-83=B, 60-71=C). You definitely have to study for the tests but if you do the study guide you should be good. I would recommend him.

I really enjoyed Dr. McFarland's class. His lectures were always entertaining. His tests aren't too hard either if you pay attention in class and read over the chapters. You only have to get an 84 to get an A too and he gives a ton of extra credit! I would highly recommend taking him.

you really dont need the study guide book, he uses blackboard to post everything you need. his lectures are interesting but he definitely pushes his personal views and opinions. tests arent difficult if you study and he is an easy grader because of the scale and extra credit opportunities

Awesome teacher! Very interesting

great lectures, always finds way to tie everything into something thats happened to him. Can be funny. read book, and do expirements, really helps your grade

Dr. McFarland posts all of his lectures on Blackboard Vista so there really is no need to take notes in class except for when he's talking about experiments as those are on the exams. His class is very easy and he gives bonus points for coming to class a couple times the semester. Read the notes and read the text and an A should be in arms reach.

Dr. Mcfarland is a very fair teacher. He gives tons of bonus opportunities and as long as you read the books and pay attention in class, you will be fine. Although, his lectures get boring sometimes, but other than that he is a very easy teacher!

he was nice, very clear, gave great notes, attendance is not necessary but it will count against you becasue he gives pop quizes, and they are extra points on your test or negative points. nad he gives tons of extra credit.

I loved Dr. McFarland! Very funny and interesting. Attendance is extremely helpful, since tests come from both the lectures and the book. Read and come to class!

READ THE BOOK!!! Alot of profs say "the book is 50% of the test" when they're really just bsing you. This guy MEANS IT. He loves that book. Come to class. There are so many things to learn. It's "how to understand people's behavior AND how to control their behavior." Cool stuff! The SI girl ties everything to real life. We even watched youtube!

This class is easy SO LONG AS YOU PUT IN THE EFFORT! I've talked to him numerous times outside of class, and he despises students who don't go to class. He also loves the textbook. So, show up to class and pay attention and also read outside of class and you'll be fine. Use the study guide, some of his questions come from it. Just don't slack off.

Dr. McFarland is a wonderful teacher. The first test was a bit of a shock; psychology requires studying! If you read the chapters and pay attention during class, you should be fine, but don't expect this to be an easy course. His grading scale is excellent and he gives so many bonus points though. Very funny guy!

Dr. Mcfarland is a pretty good guy. Class can be quite humorous at times. Best thing about his class is grading scale. An 86 is an A and with the extra credit he offers it ends up being that you only need a 78 average on test for an A. Pop quizzes aren't graded you just have to show up to class. They are random though. All in All not a bad class.

Dr. McFarland was a great professor! He kept me laughing every class. Some of his lectures were a little boring, but overall his class was lots of fun. Take him, take him, take him!!

Dr. McFarland is really funny and he makes psychology pretty interesting but you have to study and use your book. A LOT. This class is 30% notes 70% BOOK!!! Class is not mandatory but he does say things in class (THAT HE WILL TEST YOU ON) that are not included included in the Black Board notes. So going to class is important for a good grade.

I loved this class! He is hilarious and makes psychology as interesting as he can, even though it's difficult to do with the tedious definitions, etc. His tests are tough, you have to know the material! Make sure to read the chapters he will cover before you come to class and invest in the study guide for the book. The tests are all by power point

Great teacher!! Class is always interesting because he constantly makes jokes that crack everyone up. You only need an 86 for an A in the class and he offers bonus points. My test grades were 62(lowest grade is dropped), 70, 82, and 82. I still came out with an A. You MUST read the book. If you go to class and read the book, an A is very possible

He is a great guy! He is hilarious. His tests are hard and chances are you will fail them, but DONT drop his class! I made a 46, 56, 58 and 74 on his final and did all his extra credit and ended up being two points from a B in his class. Thats not bad considering i failed all his test!

This class wasn't the easiest. The material presented in class seemed simple, until it showed up on the test in abstract ways. Nevertheless, it IS possible to make an overall. He offers so much extra credit, you could get low B's on all your tests and still end up with an A in the class.

Carl is a pretty awesome professor, the only catch to his class is that you absolutely have to read the text. If you don't, you won't do well on the tests, and he tells you this beforehand, so you shouldn't be caught off guard. His tests are from lecture and the text and they don't overlap often, so read and take good notes and you'll do fine.

Attend all the lectures, study the textbook and you should do well. He teaches mostly large classes, so if you don't like taking a test off powerpoint, look for a smaller class. I enjoyed his class.

Dr. McFarland is an interesting professor. He's got a great sense of humor and he really knows his stuff. I found his lectures very informative. If you plan on taking his class, attendance is not mandatory, but he will give occasional quizzes that you cannot make up if you miss them. Attend lectures and read the book, and you should do fine.

Dr. McFarland is an amazing professor and makes the material really easy to learn. He will tell you there are 2 professors in the class - him & the book! The class was entertaining, fun,and interesting. I got an A and I really enjoyed the class. He is a great guy and helpful if you need anything explained.

Excellent Professor. Hes very funny and tries to relate the material to real life events to make it more interesting and understandable. I don't know why people are saying the book is mandatory, I made an A without even opening it. Just go to class, pay attention, and make sure to memorize all the study guides and powerpoints.

McFarland is an all around great professor. If you take the time to read his power points in class and read the text book you will pass.

You can read the powerpoints and do the SI's guided materials and make C's on every test but then get the extra credit and make a B in the class! If you really want that A you will really need to put the work in. Not easy but not TERRIBLY hard.

McFarland is a very good teacher whom is passionate about his field. His tests are very hard, but if you pay attention and study you will do just fine. Make sure you do the extra credit! Lectures are very informative and interesting. Sit towards the front and pay attention.

Dr. McFarland's class was difficult at times but very easy to make a good grade. His lectures are very interesting. Make sure to pay attention in class and go to SI sessions. He gives lots of extra credit that boosts your grade a whole letter grade. The class is not hard if you put in the effort. If you try you will definitely make at least a B!

Dr. McFarland's class can be difficult sometimes. However, he gives lots of extra credit and he drops your lowest test grade. Make sure you go to class and really pay attention to his lectures. Also attending the SI sessions are very helpful. I would recommend taking his class!

He makes this class very easy to pass by dropping your lowest exam and giving extra credit. That can raise your grade by a letter. If you sit in the back it will be hard to hear. But both his lectures and the book are very helpful. If you don't have time to study both, you can still make a decent grade. Mock exam questions show up on actual exam.

I have mixed feelings about Dr. McFarland. He is a very funny and engaging teacher, but the class is very difficult. He gets off topic a lot, and is sometimes difficult to follow. You HAVE to read the chapters and study study study if you want to make good grades. I'm not sure if I would take his class again.

Great professor, beautiful (literally) would take again.

Dr. McFarland was awesome. His lectures are very interesting and complement the textbook. His test questions draw from both lecture and the text so it is necessary to read and come to class. I notice those who complained about the exams played on their phones during lecture and didn't touch the book. He offered extra credit so an A is easy to earn.

This class requires a lot of reading and focus but it is impossible to fail. Test questions are pulled from lectures, powerpoints, study guides, and supplemental instruction. It is best to attend every class because he gives extra credit when you least expect it. Oh, and he will call you out if you are not paying attention! Funny guy!

Great teacher!You will not pass if you do not go to class, he gives pop quizzes randomly, and you cannot make them up at all. Overall this is a great class. Read the book, look over the supplemental assignments, and take good notes and you'll be ok. Pay attention to his lectures the things he say ,NOT PUT IN THE POWERPOINT, WILL BE ON THE TEST!

Dr. McFarland lectures on part of what the book says but tests you on the full text. If you don't read the book, it will be very hard to make an A. However, he does give extra credit for doing research surveys and interviews. These extra credit points raised my average by about 10 points. Pop quizzes are for bonus points but are given randomly.