3.9

Charles Brown

Psychology - Kean University (all campuses)

3.9
Quality
3.2
Difficulty
67%
Would Retake
92
Reviews
3.9
Quality
3.2
Difficulty
4.0
Helpful
3.9
Clarity

67%

Would Retake

92

Reviews

Rating Distribution
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56

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10

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What Students Say

Ugh, I wish I passed his class already with a C at least

PSY4230 - 2.0 rating

In his experimental class, he gives too much homework and his lectures gives me axiety when it comes to papers and getting your topic approve by him

PSY4230 - 2.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

91%

Textbook Required

27%

Grade Predictor

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Predicted Grade

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95% confidence
Based on 66 grades
Most common grades:
A (28)
A+ (16)
B+ (10)
Grade Distribution
A(44)B(4)C(4)D(1)F(0)A-/B+(14)
Based on 71 reported grades
A: 28
A+: 16
B+: 10
A-: 4
Common Tags
Respected (29)
Caring (21)
Skip class? You won't pass. (19)
Hilarious (19)
Tough grader (18)
Gives good feedback (17)
Inspirational (16)
Lecture heavy (14)
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Ratings by Course

4200

5.0

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423001

5.0

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PSYCH01

5.0

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Difficulty by Course

EXP4230

5.0

4230EXP

5.0

PSY4940

4.5

PSY4320

4.5

PSY4230

4.4

Reviews (92)
1.0
5.0
PSY4940
Sep 25, 2011

This man quizes on 5 mental disorders every time we meet for class, projects are out of control, and the work load is horrible.

5.0
1.0
PSYCH05
Jan 26, 2012

Amazing professor i strongly recomend him! extremely insightful and prepaires you for the psychology field. Over all great!

5.0
3.0
PSY2110
May 11, 2012

Respectful and willing to help.Can call him.His adolescents class was very interesting.Clips of stuff and did notes. Not alot notes, he does powerpoints. But 3 papers and one research paper ( if everyone does well he omits the research paper.)Not crazy on missed classes. 3 exams and many quizes, do not slack off

5.0
3.0
PSYCH01
Jan 2, 2013

There should be more Professors like Brown! Quizes are once a wk. if you read than you should do fine. Provides extra help, give good feedback and classes are interesting. Some things were challenging; some were easy. Highly reccomended.

5.0
4.0
423001
Grade: B+
May 12, 2014

Excellent professor who not only is knowledge of the subject matter but extremely helpful. Highly recommend this professor if you want to learn. Could be one of the best adjuncts at school.

5.0
2.0
SENIORSEM
Grade: A
Jan 23, 2014

Very helpful professor! One of the better adjuncts at Kean! Class is easy if you do the work! Yes, you do have quizzes every week,but they are easy peasy if you study the DSM! Three presentations, first a career presentation, than an assigned topic from a list of many, and lastly a debate from taking sides with a partner. Don't be intimated!

5.0
1.0
SENIORSEMINAR
Grade: A
Sep 3, 2014

Professor Brown was the best professor I had at Kean. I had him for Senior Seminar and I swear, I have never learned so much at Kean as I did with Professor Brown! He relates to his students on a personal level and understands each individual uniquely. I highly recommend taking Professor Brown, you won't regret it.

5.0
3.0
4200
Grade: B+
Dec 30, 2014

One of the best professors at Kean University, if only the rest were like him. Had him for PSY 4200 and he tells you how to the assignments step by step and how tests are taken. The tests are "take home tests" so you should be able to do them with no trouble at all. You can't fail if you put an effort. I definitely recommend to take his class .

5.0
4.0
PSY4230
Grade: B
Nov 10, 2016
Would take again

One of the professors here at Kean that have impacted me in such a positive way!!, hes so great at what he does, had the opportunity to take his experimental psy course in summer, very tough course but he walks you through it all the way!.. I enjoyed his course so much. He definitely makes you work for your grade!. He is also very knowledgeable

Tough Grader
Respected
Inspirational
5.0
1.0
PSY205
Grade: A
Dec 18, 2015

I love love love this professor!! He cares about the students and our well being! He is an excellent teacher. He teaches so well that based on the notes you take you will never need to open your book. I highly recommend him! Test are challenging but easy and homework is super easy. Just make sure you had in assignments because it will effect grade

5.0
2.0
PSY1000
Nov 19, 2016
Would take again

Professor Brown is honestly such a good teacher. Homework and tests make you think but are super easy. Book is mandatory for homework. As long as you participate as much as you can, he will favor you and you will get a better grade. Take notes, they are not mandatory, but are worth writing down. He doesn't give any extra credit, so be sure to be on top of your assignments.

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
Inspirational
5.0
4.0
PSY4940
Grade: Rather not say
May 9, 2017
Would take again

Dr. Brown is one of the best professors in the psych department. All the assignments count so make sure you don't skip them, hand in what you can. He covers a lot every class so it's not a class you can just skip all the time. He really cares about his students and he's a pretty funny guy when he lectures. I def recommend taking him.

Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
5.0
3.0
PSY1000
Dec 14, 2016
Would take again

Love professor brown. makes learning easy and efficient. If you can take him highly suggest you do! He is such Caring guy and understandable!

Amazing lectures
Inspirational
Caring
3.0
5.0
PSY4940
Jan 17, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Professor brown is a really cool guy but if you are looking for an easy A then this is not the class for you. He is one of the toughest graders I've had at this school and he makes experimental very stressful with the huge work load that is given. He is a chill guy andreally funny but he just expects too much out of students.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
2.0
4.0
PSY4230
Oct 19, 2018
Wouldn't take again

In his experimental class, he gives too much homework and his lectures gives me axiety when it comes to papers and getting your topic approve by him...

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
2.0
PSYCH01
Grade: B+
Sep 21, 2018
Would take again

Professor Brown is such a great professor. I had him for 8 am lectures and he always found a way to keep the class entertained and aware. He does give a lot of work and if you actually put in effort, then you won't have a problem in his class. what makes his class even more tolerable is the fact that he lets you use lecture slides for his exams.

Respected
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Hilarious
2.0
5.0
PSY4230
Oct 20, 2018
Wouldn't take again

He gives so much homework to do! He should just let us focus on our one research paper so that his class won't be so overwhelming!

Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
LECTURE HEAVY
2.0
5.0
PSY4230
Oct 22, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Ugh, I wish I passed his class already with a C at least... he won't even let us go ahead on our paper and yet he gives us so much homework! if you are looking for a PSY4230 do not take this teacher, take another teacher that doesn't give you too much to do... Do not take him!

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
2.0
4.0
PSY4230
Oct 29, 2018
Wouldn't take again

I do not get this professor sometimes, he said for my paper is that introduction is not a literature review... in most psych classes it is but why does he have to make it like that? I really don't understand him.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
LECTURE HEAVY
1.0
5.0
PSY4230
Nov 8, 2018
Wouldn't take again

In his experimental, this class gives me anxiety! Don't take him! he gives you so much homework to do and he removed take home midterms and finals over so much labs! Midterms and Finals more then labs help! DO NOT TAKE HIM!!!

Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
SO MANY PAPERS
2.0
5.0
PSY4230
Grade: C
Nov 8, 2018
Wouldn't take again

A nice man, but his experimental psychology class is excessive & stressful. The workload is equal to a grad level course & he assigns more homework than necessary. He is insulting (I dont think he realizes this)&teaches in a way that info is not easily retained. Take a different professor. He does not provide a fun / positive learning environment

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
5.0
3.0
PSY1000
Grade: A
Dec 10, 2018
Would take again

He's a good professor and very knowledgeable, sometimes you have to pay attention to detail on what he is saying, his homework assignments aren't that bad at all as long as you read the instructions and details.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
2.0
PSY1000
Grade: A
Jan 18, 2019
Would take again

Professor Brown made this class very easy to follow. Open note tests. Buy the textbook, it will help you get a good grade for the chapter questions assigned by him and his essays. There is no extra credit. He is very fair with grades and expects assignments to be handed in on time. A lot of assignments but it is easy to handle with the textbook.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
SO MANY PAPERS
Caring
5.0
4.0
PSY4230
Grade: B+
Jan 21, 2019
Would take again

Even though he gives us a lot of homework or labs, he still a good teacher, so pay attention to detail so you won't fall behind. He's really helpful during office hours.

Tough Grader
Gives good feedback
Respected
4.0
5.0
PSY4230
Grade: B+
Jan 24, 2019
Would take again

The workload is heavy but it a 4000 level course. The class had me stressed with all the Labs and homework but I did learn a lot. Come to class, ask for help, work hard and you will pass. I would take him again. Quizzes and Test are open book .

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
4.0
PSY4230
Grade: A
Apr 19, 2019
Would take again

I love this professor, he actually does care about student's work progress! He wants us to take things step by step so you would know what to do for your paper! He does help people with their assignments. So he's a great professor!

Respected
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
1.0
PSY1000
Grade: A
Apr 24, 2019
Would take again

I love this professor so much! He has a great sense of humor and he knows what he is doing! I would take him again as my professor in other psych courses!

Gives good feedback
Respected
Inspirational
5.0
4.0
PSY1000
Grade: A
Apr 21, 2019
Would take again

Professor Brown made General Psychology (PSY1000) really interesting, and he is very engaging. You will have "critical thinking questions" due most weeks, which are time-consuming, but not too difficult. If you do the work and show up to class he will notice and help you to succeed. There is only one paper, and it's only 3-4 pages.

Respected
Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
PSY1000
Grade: A+
May 19, 2019
Would take again

He is really great professor his test are easy and he just doesnt count your grades he look for how much effort you put into the class I did bad on the test a little bit but since I did all the homework he gave and finished all the assignment he gave me A

5.0
2.0
PSY2110
Grade: A
Nov 29, 2019
Would take again

Prof. Charles is amazing! He answers emails right away and he expects a lot from us students! I recommend my best friends to take his class!

Gives good feedback
Respected
Inspirational
5.0
1.0
PSY1000
Grade: A+
Dec 14, 2019
Would take again

I love how this professor answers emails right away unlike other professors that I had. He is very understandable and knowledgable. I enjoy his psy1000 class! I would love to take one of his other classes for next sem!

Gives good feedback
Respected
Clear grading criteria
5.0
1.0
PSY2110
Grade: A
Dec 7, 2019
Would take again

I love Prof. Charles! He's amazing! He answers emails right away and he cares about students work! I wish there are more teachers like him in Kean!

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
Caring
1.0
4.0
PSY4230
Dec 16, 2019
Wouldn't take again

He is a terrible teacher. He does not explain the material effectively for his students. He gives us more work that has little to do with the paper and our experiment. He does not provide examples for us to go off of that are effective. He is also extremely rude when you give him something that he does not agree with. Do not take him, avoid him

Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
PSY4230
Grade: Incomplete
Dec 19, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Overall, he was a very difficult professor. The lectures did not help with the paper and if he did not agree with your response he would be hostile and unhelpful. While he was available to help he never fully explained the material and was very inconsistent. Try to take another professor for Experimental Psychology.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
3.0
5.0
EXP4230
Grade: A
Jan 7, 2020
Wouldn't take again

I got an A but it was because I worked so hard for it. If you are lazy then do not take this class. He is a tough professor and is a tough grader. One of the hardest courses I have taken here but at least you learn a lot. Research paper is very important. Do not skip homework. Quizzes are open book and he lectures a lot. Textbook was used 4 times.

Lots of homework
Skip class? You won't pass.
Tough grader
2.0
5.0
4230EXP
Grade: A
Jan 7, 2020
Wouldn't take again

He might have good ratings for his 1000 level course but for 4230 he was the worst. Do not take him if you do not want to deal with anxiety. Can be rude and says mean comments if he does not agree with what you say. He is a tough professor. Do not take him if you're going to be lazy or you'll suffer. Just take someone else!

Lots of homework
Skip class? You won't pass.
Tough grader
2.0
5.0
EXP4230
Grade: A
Jan 7, 2020
Wouldn't take again

This professor can be rude to students if he does not agree with your answer. He goes off tangents quickly and prolongs the class for no reason. Very stressful class, gave me so much anxiety. Work load is very heavy and the worst part is he is such a picky and tough grader. Makes you feel dumb if you don't answer his question right.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
PSY4230
Grade: C+
Jan 13, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Just take another Professor for Experimental Psychology!!!

Lots of homework
Skip class? You won't pass.
Tough grader
5.0
3.0
PSY2100
Grade: A+
Feb 13, 2020
Would take again

Do the CTQ's every week for homework. Take notes in class and listen to what he says and you will get an A. He makes a class feel like a one on one therapy session. He's so amazing at his job. I would take him for every course if I could!

Respected
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
2.0
PSY2100
Jan 21, 2020
Would take again

Very funny man doesnt make it hard to do well

Respected
Accessible outside class
Hilarious
4.0
4.0
PSY2100
Feb 29, 2020
Would take again

Very respected person. He is engaged with his class, and he cares for his students. HW provides for critical thinking questions each week. YOU WILL NEED THE TEXTBOOK TO COMPLETE THE HW. Get it off amazon for $20. He has 50 multiple choice tests every other week. They are open book but the questions are complex. Study and take notes!

Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
PSY2100
Grade: A
Mar 6, 2020
Would take again

His Child Psychology class is like no other, his lectures, his jokes and his report with his students is amazing. People on here say hes rude, his is blunt, do the work and get the grade you want it's simple. Show up, participate, do the HW and get a good grade. His quizzes are not easy so make sure you LISTEN TO WHAT HE SAYS and you will pass.

Respected
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
PSY4230
Grade: A
Apr 9, 2020
Would take again

He is an amazing professor and he is always available for his students. He is very good at what he does and wants to see students succeed. Definitely recommend.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
PSY2100
Grade: A
Apr 10, 2020
Would take again

He is a bit intimidating but he is a true and honest man, he is so funny and one of the nicest people. You get the grade you want, do the CTQ's and you will pass. He is one of the most inspirational people. He is SO smart he he will make you love psychology. I changed my major just because of Dr Brown! Take him he's awesome!

Respected
Inspirational
Hilarious
5.0
2.0
PSY2100
Grade: A
Apr 17, 2020
Would take again

very respected man. It seems intimidating but he is so funny and he makes it very clear how you are going to be graded in the course. He is one of the best I have ever had. He is SO smart and lectures are like anything else. Do the HW, show up and pass. He makes it very clear that you get the grade you want if you put the work into his class.

Participation matters
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
2.0
PSY2100
Grade: A
Apr 17, 2020
Would take again

Amazing professor. Very smart and VERY funny. He makes things very interesting and he is easily one of the started and most dedicated professors I have ever have. I switched my major to psychology after having him. He is truly the best and he does not believe in teaching wrong information anything he says he does tons of research on before class.

Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
2.0
PSY1000
Grade: A-
Apr 20, 2020
Would take again

He is the reason I chose Psychology to be my specialization for my major. Exams are open book and he answer his emails very often. He is very funny and straightforward with what you have to do to pass the class.

Accessible outside class
Participation matters
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
PSY2100
Grade: A
Apr 22, 2020
Would take again

Very Inspirational Professor. He knows so much about psychology and he is so passionate about it. He really takes the time to help all students if you put in the work. He's very honest about outlining his class for students. Do the work, put in a decent effort and he will take care of you. If you are someone who makes excuses he is not for you.

Inspirational
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
3.0
PSY1000
Grade: A
May 8, 2020
Would take again

He was chill but reading the book is mandatory and he also gives critical thinking questions once a week which is not a lot but can take a few hrs to do if youre doing them all in one sitting. His class is not hard but you just have to make sure that you do your work and take notes. Also exams are open book!

Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
PSY2100
Grade: A
May 12, 2020
Would take again

Highly recommend this professor. I learned A LOT. Very informative and caring. He gives feedback on almost all assignments. Textbook is needed to complete weekly critical thinking questions. Tests are made up of 50 multiple choice questions, and are given every other week but it is open book. He definitely has a love for teaching and his students.

Gives good feedback
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
2.0
PSY2100
Grade: A+
May 12, 2020
Would take again

All around amazing prof. He is so smart and truly cares about his job and his students. I would take him for every class.

Respected
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
2.0
PSY2100
Grade: A+
May 16, 2020
Would take again

Awesome professor. Very straight forward about what he expects from students. You MAKE YOUR grade. If you want an A you will get an A but you must work for it.

Inspirational
Hilarious
Caring
4.0
4.0
PSY2110
Grade: B+
May 17, 2020
Would take again

Professor Brown is a great professor but makes you work for your grade! Hes a tough grader so make sure you go to every class for attendance because it will boost your grade up tremendously!

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
5.0
4.0
PSY1000
Grade: A
May 19, 2020
Would take again

Professor Brown has been my favorite professor thus far. He really wants every student of his to succeed, if you work for it though. The homework questions can be a little hard to understand but he's available to answer any questions you might have. This man is a true gem and I loved his class.

Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
3.0
4.0
PSY2110
May 20, 2020
Wouldn't take again

He gives a ton of work, so you have to be on top of that. He's understanding. However, he has many moments where he can come off as really disrespectful, arrogant, and rude. He's a tough grader & often prides himself in having a class "where nobody has ever gotten close to 100s." I wouldn't take him again. Too stressful for just an elective.

Lots of homework
Skip class? You won't pass.
Tough grader
5.0
2.0
PSY2100
Grade: A+
May 21, 2020
Would take again

By far one of the best profs at Kean. He gives you an opportunity to do the best you can. He holds you to a high standard and does give a good amount of work but if you do bad on the quizzes and do all your HW you can still get an A. People to stop being butthurt because he gives work its college.

Respected
Hilarious
Caring
1.0
4.0
PSY2110
Grade: B
May 31, 2020
Wouldn't take again

I wouldn't take him again because it's a heavy workload. If you have other difficult courses to take this professor is not one you should register with

Lots of homework
Tough grader
3.0
3.0
PSY2100
Grade: B+
May 31, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Prof Brown is just ok. He covers a lot each class and lectures are fast-paced. He also skips around a bit and his teaching style seems disorganized. Pretty straightforward when it comes to grading. Dont skip any assignments because it will hurt you in the end. He sometimes comes off as rude and has been known to catch an attitude with students.

1.0
5.0
PSY2100
Aug 25, 2020
Wouldn't take again

I didnt even take this class yet and I wouldnt recommend him. He has a strict rule in his syllabus that basically states that youre responsible for internet/computer troubles during a pandemic where over half of the population is unemployed. No leniency or understanding. Find someone else.

5.0
2.0
PSY2100
Grade: A+
Jul 3, 2020
Would take again

Amazing professor who made me want to switch majors. Very smart man who truly cares about his students, past, and present and wants everyone to succeed. He gives weekly HW that is based on what you learn if you are not a good test taker TAKE THIS CLASS the CTQ's are work 75% of your grade quizzes are only 30%! I loved this class very interesting

Respected
Hilarious
Caring
1.0
4.0
PSYCH05
Sep 21, 2020
Wouldn't take again

In the middle of a pandemic, he was nearly impossible to work with & does not care about financial or technological struggles whatsoever. Pretty argumentative and always wants to be right. Couldn't even text "good morning" in the chat without getting yelled at that the chat bubble isn't meant for that at 11 in the morning. Save yourself the trouble

Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
Tough grader
5.0
3.0
PSY2100
Grade: A+
Sep 22, 2020
Would take again

BEST PROFESSOR AT KEAN PSYCH all the people who leave negative reviews are not hard workers, his classes are not hard if you are willing to put in the work required. Literally failed every quiz and still got an A+. He knows what he is talking about and will respect you If you put work into his courses. If you are not willing to work drop him now.

Participation matters
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
2.0
PSY2100
Grade: A+
Nov 16, 2020
Would take again

Very caring professor and wants to see all of his students do well. He tells you what you need to do to get an A. Very straight forward and he wants you to learn as much as possible, I am taking him for Experimental in the spring he is great and if you put the effort in you will not regret taking him at all! You learn something new each class!

Respected
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
4.0
PSY2100
Grade: A+
Dec 8, 2020
Would take again

Love Prof Brown. Literally the best! I took him for Child Psych and am taking him for Experimental next semester. He tells it like it is, he cares so much about his students even after you do not have him anymore in class. He is the best and tells you everything you need to learn and get the A in his class and you actually end up loving his class!

Respected
Inspirational
Caring
4.0
3.0
PSYCH1000
Nov 19, 2020
Would take again

good professor, DQ and about 5-6 critical thinking questions due every Sunday so not that much work, strict participation and attendance policy so make sure you attend class, 50 question test about every 2 weeks or so, overall easy class if you try

Respected
Participation matters
Lecture heavy
4.0
4.0
PSY2100
Dec 14, 2020
Would take again

Sweet Professor who cares about his students and definitely loves what he teaches. Fair grading, tests are fairly easy! You need to put in the work to get a quality grade, make sure you time manage!!

Skip class? You won't pass.
Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
5.0
4.0
PSY2100
Grade: A+
Dec 17, 2020
Would take again

Prof Brown is AMAZING! One of the few profs at Kean that is so knowledgable in his field and also cares for his students. Very straight forward in grading and offers help and extra credit. Take his course if youre willing to put in the effort - not necessarily for lazy people. Likes participation and graded on DQ, tests, and an assignment each week

Respected
Accessible outside class
Participation matters
5.0
4.0
PSY4230
Grade: A+
Mar 7, 2021
Would take again

Really does care about his students 3rd time having him for class. Experimental is a tough class, he makes it easy to understand, you have to put in the time and effort into getting a good grade. He teaches the right and proper way of doing things. If you plan on going to grad school I highly recommend

Gives good feedback
Respected
Caring
1.0
5.0
PSY4320
Grade: C+
May 11, 2021
Wouldn't take again

honestly the worst professor ever hated him

Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
Tough grader
1.0
4.0
PSY4940
Grade: B-
May 17, 2021
Wouldn't take again

he says one thing but does the other. The worst grader and even if you follow his rules he still takes off points. Treats you like you are incompetent and makes you feel dumb for asking questions. Nobody got higher than a B in that class.

Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
5.0
2.0
ID1500
Grade: A-
Nov 21, 2021
Would take again

Participate in his class, you'll end up with a decent grade. Keep in touch with him, ask questions and engage in the Discussion Board. Be prepared to write/type a lot for homework. One assignment per week and 2-3 group projects. He mainly teaches PSY, but he incorporates some of the teachings from there into his Critical Reading classes.

Amazing lectures
Participation matters
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
PSY2110
Grade: B
Dec 21, 2021
Would take again

Professor Brown is a great professor. Assigns Critical Thinking Questions every week, quizzes about the chapters every few weeks, textbook is required for homework use, he assigns light homework&gives you enough times to complete the assignment. Tough grader, but its for the best. He wants you to know the information. Definitely recommend.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Amazing lectures
Tough grader
5.0
3.0
ID1500
Grade: A
Dec 22, 2021
Would take again

Loved him! He is so cool and his stories are the best. You can see his passion for teaching and lecturing and it keeps the whole class entertained. The work seemed hard at some points but nothing impossible. Overall, so great! Cares about his students a lot as well as what he preaches!

Respected
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
ID1500
Grade: B+
Jan 12, 2022
Would take again

Professor Brown is an amazing professor! One of the best professor I have met since my time at Kean. You'll enjoy his class, he has a good sense of humor and I also loved the fact how he was able to relate to most of his students. If Kean had more professor like Professor Charles Brown;Kean would been a A1 school.

Respected
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
3.0
PSY2110
Grade: A+
Mar 14, 2022
Would take again

Professor Brown was a fantastic professor. Clear grading criteria, APA format is a must and gave excellent feedback on all my assignments and discussions. His lectures were informative and exciting, and the topics for discussion were relevant to the class. Would definitely take Professor Brown again and would recommend him highly.

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
Respected
1.0
3.0
PSY1000
Grade: Rather not say
Apr 18, 2022

First off, the work he gives is simple to complete, and even if you follow all of his directions he still won't give you a full grade for completing the work. He calls out students anonymously in the middle of lectures, and he also doesn't care if you're going through something, he won't allow makeup work even if you talk/email him. Overall -1/10

Tough grader
Lots of homework
2.0
5.0
ID1500
Grade: A
Apr 21, 2022

Mixed feelings about prof Brown. This was his first time teaching this specific course and it was more of an English type of course and he made everything psychological, understandably. But the work was VERY lengthy and he grades it very harshly. He calls on you during class which is annoying but he tried his best. He's ok, wouldn't take him again.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Participation matters
5.0
3.0
PSY4230
Grade: A+
Apr 24, 2022
Would take again

As someone who took Brown for PSY 1000, PSY 2100 and Experimental Psych, he is a demanding professor that just wants you to do well. He does have high expectations however, news flash, this is COLLEGE. He will teach you a ton if you actually show up and he is very funny. 11/10

Inspirational
Hilarious
5.0
2.0
PSY2100
Grade: A+
May 1, 2022
Would take again

Would take Brown anyday, I also had him for PSY 2100 and PSY 4230, he is demanding however, he teaches so well. He is very understanding and wants all students to do well. He is very clear as to what constitutes an A in his courses. He grades not only on content but EFFORT.

Inspirational
Caring
5.0
2.0
PSY2110
Grade: A
Nov 29, 2022
Would take again

Take Prof Brown for any psych class! He is so funny and makes psych entertaining. His tests are open notes, and the only HW assignment is Critical Thinking questions that you get a week to work on. He cancels classes on test days bc they are online and is incredibly kind. He also works his class out where you can miss 6 classes b4 losing credit.

Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
Respected
4.0
3.0
PSY2100
Grade: A-
Dec 13, 2022
Would take again

Professor Brown is a well-respected individual. In this class, there were weekly assignments as well as occasional essays and tests that were taken at home. Participating in this class is a must and he does attendance through a website at the end of class. Overall, he was super kind and understanding, and would definitely take him again!

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Caring
4.0
3.0
PSY2100
Grade: A-
Dec 14, 2022
Would take again

He is a very kind person and is willing to help his students. He introduced a program to my friend and I that'll benefit us for our career. Lecture heavy but makes jokes doesn't feel like a long class. Overall great professor and would recommend to others :) unfortunately he's retiring and this was his last semester.

Tough grader
Respected
Lecture heavy
5.0
2.0
PSY1000
Grade: A
Apr 21, 2023
Would take again

The class is straightforward and relatively easy. As long as you are respectful during lectures, you will have no issues in this class. Weekly assignments are due Sunday night, with tests, including the midterm and final exam, online and at home. He has a good sense of humor and is well-spoken. Definitely recommend!

Clear grading criteria
Caring
Accessible outside class
4.0
3.0
PSY1000
Grade: B+
Apr 24, 2023
Would take again

Brown is fantastic and I wish he wasn't retiring! He makes the class time go by fast and all his tests are open note and taken at home! He also posts the slideshows before the test so you have no excuse to not use notes. My only issue with him is that the critical thinking questions were a bit too much for a GE class but they were relatively easy.

Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
Hilarious
4.0
2.0
PSY1000
Grade: A+
Apr 27, 2023

he is a great professor, his lectures are not too boring and its really great at explaining, doesn't over load you with work either.

Amazing lectures
Hilarious
Respected
4.0
3.0
PSY1000
May 11, 2023

Very informative. Well understanding speeches. Always A game attitude. ** Overly specific questions, requires very specific answers. Beware, No make up and No extra credit. 15 minute grace period after due date but that is final. May seem easy at first, but with improper work managing skills, the class can become overloading.

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Lecture heavy
2.0
4.0
PSY4320
Grade: B+
Oct 16, 2024

I took this course online. Sometimes, he doesn't provide feedback. He never gave me a 100 on discussions, even though I followed the rubric. Mind you I get an A+ on every discussion for other classes. I took this as an elective, and I would say that he is the toughest grader out of all my classes as someone majoring in biochemistry. Ridiculous.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
5.0
2.0
PSY2100
Grade: C+
Jul 6, 2023
Would take again

Didn't get the best grade but TBH, that was on me. He is so easy to contact, clear about grading, and helps when he can. I've taken at least one class per school year with him and always recommend his classes to others. Easily one of the best professors at Kean. As long as you show up and do the critical thinking questions you'll be fine.

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
Inspirational
5.0
3.0
PSY1000
Grade: A
Oct 20, 2024
Would take again

All I can say is that as long as you read the book and submit your assignments on time, you will do great. He gives great feedback. I took this class online, and after reading the reviews, I wish I had the opportunity to take it in person. 100% Recommend!

Gives good feedback
Respected
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
PSY1000
Grade: A
Oct 26, 2024
Would take again

I enjoyed taking this class. Professor Charles Brown is a very good professor, and I appreciate his feedback. He is understanding, so you will do great as long as you're on top of your assignments and follow the rubric. Thanks, Professor Brown, for everything. You are truly amazing and a huge inspiration to many of us.

Get ready to read
Amazing lectures
Inspirational
2.0
5.0
PSY4230
Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 6, 2025

This professor loves this course as he said it's one of his favorite courses to teach. Due to that I assumed it would be an easy grade but the professor is a very hard grader with HIGH expectations. There's always .5 or 1.5 points taken off because of something I didn't do or write the way he wanted it. Very frustrating and stressful. Teaches well!

Tough grader
Lecture heavy
1.0
4.0
PSY4230
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Nov 20, 2025

Clear instructions were lacking, and many of us struggled to understand assignments. He gives detailed feedback,but the tone can feel condescending. He's extremely inflexible with deadlines and not empathetic if you're dealing with anything. Not the most supportive professor, and the class felt harder than it needed to be overall, especially online

Tough grader
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