3.6

Christopher Robinson

Psychology - University of Alabama at Birmingham

3.6
Quality
2.8
Difficulty
40%
Would Retake
207
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3.6
Quality
2.8
Difficulty
3.4
Helpful
3.7
Clarity

40%

Would Retake

207

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What Students Say

Dear Lord, does he really think that much of himself? Too bad this site is not considered during tenure review

COGSCIENCE - 1.0 rating

He is an ego-centric idiot

PSY - 1.0 rating
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Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

71%

Textbook Required

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Reviews (207)
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PY108
May 25, 2003

He's a great teacher. Chris keeps you interested in the topic and explains it very well. The tests are a bit difficult but reading the text and the notes will help a lot.

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PSY101
Sep 15, 2003

No Comments

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108
Nov 18, 2003

Great teaching skills, funny, full of energy, uses slides in class, and provides them online!! VERY CLEAR instruction!

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PY101
Nov 24, 2003

He's pretty cool as a person, and some of his jokes are funny, but the class itself could be taught a little better. His grading is crazy; 80% of your grade is the tests so you can't mess up on them. I think he has a bit of an ego problem too.

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PSY101
Dec 29, 2003

No Comments

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PY101
Feb 11, 2004

Robinson was very cocky. He asks like he knows he looks good. But in reality his skin is messy. Anyway he's tests & h.w. assignments are crazy. I came out with a B when I should have had an A if I understood what he wanted on the h.w.

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PY101
Feb 12, 2004

He keeps class very interesting and he gives you the notes for the test. If you read your notes u should be fine. I enjoyed his class a lot.

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SEXDIFFER
Mar 15, 2004

he is very cocky, and he was not very good at explaining the material.

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PY101
Grade: C+
Mar 22, 2004

Nice, but doesnt create enough interest in his subjects.

3.0
3.0
PY101
Apr 10, 2004

He thinks way too much of himself, and he grades hard. Also, he doesn't believe in extra credit, so don't bother asking.

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PSY101
Apr 16, 2004

Not a good teacher

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PY101
Apr 20, 2004

Test are based on notes, pretty easy

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PY101
May 7, 2004

Christopher Robinson is a very talented and helpful professor.

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PY101
Jun 15, 2004

Thinks too highly of himself. Have a little humility please.

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PSY108
Aug 25, 2004

I had Dr. Robinson for sexual psychology during hte summer time. I think it was to much information to learn. He was the type that was real friendly with students. He was not a jerk in most people opinions, but he some people thought he was a bit ****e

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PY101
Sep 2, 2004

I don't know wht class the student that said he was in a fight was going to, but he has never fought with a student! One of his students got in a fight...and if the material wasn't exciting, then maybe you just didn't understand it.

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PY101
Sep 3, 2004

By far my favorite class, so far, this semester. He makes the material fun and relevant.

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PY1018
Sep 9, 2004

He's an excellent professor that make you think. Anyone who thinks he sucks thinks this way because they themselves are not "thinkers". It's a shame heis rating is as low as it is. It deserves to be much higher.

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101
Oct 19, 2004

he is a great teacher. the test is based on the notes, and the test are pretty easy.

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PY101
Oct 23, 2004

He is a very arrogant guy. He is an awesome teacher though. I loved his class. I want to take more psychology with him and it isn't even my major. He relates a lot of things to sex and he is funny. Test are straight from the notes. I recommend him highly.

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1.0
PY101
Nov 2, 2004

His tests came straight from his notes.

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PSY101
Nov 4, 2004

I liked his class the test were basically from notes and if you read the notes online and go to class you can definatly get an A!

3.0
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PY101
Nov 5, 2004

No Comments

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1.0
PY101
Nov 8, 2004

I enjoy going to his class, and his tests come straight from the notes which he puts online. Great guy.

5.0
3.0
PY101
Nov 8, 2004

fall 04...notes are online...intresting classes...opertunity for bonus points

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PY361
Nov 10, 2004

He is the worst teacher on the fae of this earth. Horrible. Terrible. Stay away from him.

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PY101
Dec 3, 2004

Awesome teacher! His class is interesting, fun, and not too difficult. Most CORE classes are a bore...not this one! Dr. Robinson, YOU ROCK!

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PSH101
Dec 21, 2004

I enjoyed his lectures, but his tests were nonsensical and difficult to comprehend, not in content but the way he worded things.

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PY101
Dec 24, 2004

Robinson is a fairly arrogant person, but keeps his class entertained. You can get by with a C without doing anything, but an A is possible with a small amount of effort.

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PY101
Jan 5, 2005

I took him a few semesters ago, and my roommate has him now and had him last semester. His classes are interesting, and keep you awake, but his tests are hard because he words things weird. There are also some questions where two or more of the answers may be right. His notes are online though.

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101
Jan 9, 2005

his tests are very confusing.. especially the final.. take beaton or the other professor who scales the grades from 84 and above is an A...

2.0
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PY300
Jan 29, 2005

All he does is ask questions! And he doesn't answer them! You better know before hand all the info. or your in trouble!!

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PSYCHOLOGY101
Grade: B
Feb 3, 2005

his lectures were interesting...but did not correlate with the test. He gave us no bonus points of no daily grades...only three tests with no curve so you'd better make at leat a "B" on all your tests-which is not easy. He's a good person, but not a really good teacher. Sorry.

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PY361
Feb 23, 2005

I'm in his class now, and it's very difficult. I love psych, but I'm struggling to keep up. He's funny, the lectures are interesting, but fast paced. His test questions (esp. the take-home) were hard to understand. He wanted someone to mention that his fetish is NOT stilettos. I should get bonus!

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PY361
Mar 3, 2005

I took his class a few semesters ago. He was sort of interesting but seems to be more interested in how he looks (especially to the cute girls in the class) than how he teaches. I made a B, but had to learn most of the material from the book. He thinks he is hot, but he is a real jerk.

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PY361
Mar 4, 2005

His class was very unclear and it is apparent that he is very immature and arrogant for no obvious reason. He seems not to be able to handle interpersonal relationships very well either. He needs to change his attitude and change his interactions with students if he wants people to respect him.

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PY361
Mar 8, 2005

CHRISTPOHER ROBINSON is great!!!! I am appauled at these rude, crass staements about him. Are you people that shallow to judge a person on looks? He talks in class from experience, he is passionate about what he does and is trying to present it in the most fun way for us, and all yall do is hate.

5.0
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PY101361420
Mar 8, 2005

Great instructor. If you work hard and he knows that you are trying he will be very helpful and you will succeed in his class. Don't expect every professor to just give you an A. He makes you earn it, but you learn so much more this way.

5.0
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PY361
Mar 10, 2005

He is easily accsesible and willing to help if you are willing to do the work. just go to his office and he will take the time to help you and explain it to you. He is easy to talk to. He is relaxed and knows how to connect with his students, and class is always interesting.

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PY101
Mar 17, 2005

He kept all of his lectures interesting... cute and humorous... but very straight to the point.

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PY101
Mar 21, 2005

lectures are from powerpoint. you have to attend class everyday because sometimes the stuff covered in class that isnt in the notes are on the test. hes funny and lectures are interesting. he tries to make them fun. good teacher.

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PY101
Apr 5, 2005

I love DR. ROBINSON! ALL YAWL HATING CAN STOP THAT THERE!!! HIS PYSCHOLOGY CLASSES ARE VERY INTERESTING AND HE USES GREAT EXAMPLES SUCH AS HIMSELF, HIS CATS OR STUDENTS!!! HE KNOWS HIS STUFF AND CRACKS JOKES EVERY NOW AND THEN...BUT OVERALL I WOULD GIVE HIM AN 1 ;) HE'S KINDA CUTE IN A STRANGE WAY!!

5.0
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HUMANSEXUALITY
Apr 7, 2005

Dr. Robinson is a total hottie, plus he knows his way around Human Sexuality. He's a very, very good teacher . . .

2.0
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PY101
Apr 10, 2005

He just wasn't clear on what he wanted you to know. The tests were crazy. 89 questions on three chapters?

5.0
3.0
PY361
Apr 11, 2005

He is the best professor i have had in my life. His lectures are easy to follow and he uses great examples. He is always available outside of class (if you come to the class regularly). Also, he is sooo HOT. I just cant wait till his class to see him.

5.0
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HUMANSEXUALITY
Apr 18, 2005

Great!!!

4.0
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PY101
Apr 20, 2005

Entertaining Lecturer and a darn good one at that! His examples really helped me to remember a lot of the terms for the test. He's an interesting guy in and out of the class as well. Very easy to talk to. Guys, just beware of the fawning females in his classes. =)

3.0
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PY101
May 27, 2005

his class is fun and he makes you want to come and listen to his lectures, definately go because most of his test info he mentions in class or on his slides, he is easy to talk to and likes it when you participate in class,

5.0
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HUMANSEXUALITY
Jun 10, 2005

His class was so much fun to go to, but you do have to study for his tests. There are around 80-90 questions on each test. He does give out extra bonus points during the semester though. But, you have to come to class to know about them. He's also pretty hot. The more you go to class, the hotter he seems to get!!

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PY101
Jun 22, 2005

His class was very interesting. He is one of those professors that you will remember years from now. His powerpoint presentations are awesome. They help you when you take your test b/c they are so vivid and he encourages you to make them personal to apply to your daily life. He is very humorous. It would be hard to NOT enjoy this class. Participate

4.0
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101
Jul 13, 2005

Im just going to be real... I got a "D" in the mans class because I asked him for it! He is cool and makes lectures interesting, but he is hard and you have to study.If you do not loke applied test,I do not suggest you take him! I had him in Spring '04, but I hear that he has loosened up some now!

3.0
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PSY101
Grade: A
Jul 20, 2005

I thought that he was awful! I studied for two weeks for all 3 of his tests and made 2 D's and a C. Also when the grades were posted I made a D, I met with him to see what my average was and I didn't make a C by .67th of a point! And he would NOT give me a C for anything! On the test all the answers could be right, but one is the MOST right! AWFUL!

4.0
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PY101
Aug 20, 2005

I loved him teaching the class and i had a very easy time with it, but i have heard differently from others...he's is a very funny teacher though

3.0
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PYOFLEARNING
Aug 22, 2005

I didn't enjoy this instructor at all. His lectures were very vague and too immature. Sometimes it wouldv'e been okay if he didn't reference s*x so much. It seems like that is all that he focused on even though the class didn't even pertain to that subject. It was downright offending at times.

2.0
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COGNITIVESCI
Aug 28, 2005

unorganized lectures, awful tests (not because of difficulty but the questions don't make sense), conceited, immature, wants respect but acts like he your peer (or lower), don't take him if you're a serious student

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63
Aug 31, 2005

He's very interested in cognitive science, and it shows. His tests are just tremendously hard. Cool guy though.

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COGSCIENCE
Grade: Not_Sure_Yet
Sep 2, 2005

What a buffoon! Dear Lord, does he really think that much of himself? Too bad this site is not considered during tenure review. If the PY dept wasn't such a soap opera in itself someone (McFarland) might realize what a horrendous excuse for an instructor he is.

5.0
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PSYCHOLOGY
Sep 2, 2005

No Comments

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PY101
Sep 7, 2005

He really loves what he teaches - and that makes a big difference. He wants you to understand the material and tries to help. He can get swept away sometimes and leave some of the class, but really he's great. However, he's one of those love or hate profes

4.0
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SENIOR
Grade: Not_Sure_Yet
Sep 9, 2005

No Comments

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PSY
Sep 19, 2005

He is an ego-centric idiot! He thinks so very much of himself, and I see little to base it on. He is a raging ego-maniac!

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PSYCHOLOGY101
Sep 23, 2005

hehe....i love this class and dr. robinson is sooo much fun to be in class with!

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PYOFLEARNING
Grade: B+
Sep 27, 2005

One of the worst PY professors I've had. He is very self-centered and I don't know why. Lectures don't have any connection to exams. Horrible, horrible teacher. STAY AWAY

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PSYCHOLOGY
Sep 30, 2005

Courses I've taken with him... Intro to Psych, Intro to Cognitive Science, Psych of Learning. Currently taking him for: Cognitive Psychology and Human Sexuality. By far some of the best courses I've taken because he is so funny. If you get offended easily, DON'T TAKE HIM YOU WIMP!

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PY101
Oct 14, 2005

I HATE HOW HE WOULD BE VERY TRICKY ON HIS TESTS!!!! WHY WOULD PROFS BE LIKE THAT! HOW COULD PEOPLE LEARN THAT WAY?!!!!

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PY101
Grade: C
Oct 21, 2005

maybe I was little expecting too much from the damn class. But seriously. HE IS HORRIBLE!! Not to mention WHAT A JERK HE IS!! I can't tell enough about how horrible he is. I generally like to deal with the teacher, since they are the ones who give my grades. I can't take him!! I am pretty sure he's reading this too. PSYCHO' DO NOT TAKE HIM!

5.0
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PY101
Grade: Not_Sure_Yet
Oct 25, 2005

Dr. Robinson is a wonderful teacher. The class is hard but if you come to class everyday and study hard, it's an easy A or B. I recommend this professor.

4.0
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PY101
Oct 26, 2005

Dr.Robinson is a great teacher. His tests can be tricky but if you study you can ace them. He goes right off of his slides. A funny and entertaining professor.

4.0
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PY101
Nov 8, 2005

Robinson is kind of hard, but if you come to class and pay attention and study for every test, you will pass.

4.0
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HUMANSEXUALITY
Nov 8, 2005

Interesting class, tests come from his detailed notes. He goes over EVERYTHING and explains everything--always answers questions. Would definitely recommend!

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PY101
Nov 9, 2005

Robinson is truly the most entertaining I have ever had, but he is sometimes hard to understand! Being a freshman is hard and trying to keep up with the pace of his class makes it harder. Granted he does go over everything that will be on the test, but he is not very good at telling you what to study. 65% of the time I am confused in his class. He

5.0
2.0
PY101
Nov 10, 2005

Tests are straight from the notes. Extra credit is available. Dr. R. is excited about teaching, very well organized, and uses good examples, even applies some psychology to teaching you how to study and learn.

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PSYCHOLOGY101
Nov 10, 2005

Wow...if you are an incomming freshman avoid this class. Professor Robinson is a very nice guy and is willing to help you if you need it, but there is so much material covered and its so hard to understand even with the examples presented in his class.

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PY101
Nov 11, 2005

Robinson kicks ass. Anyone who thinks this class is difficult is a dumbass. Take him.

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PY101
Nov 11, 2005

This class is very hard! I have attended every class and study countless hours for a test! I am still going to come out with a C in this class! For upcomming freshman I would not take him! He is a nice guy but the test are very hard!

5.0
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HUMANSEXUALITY
Dec 1, 2005

Chris is a great guy and teacher. Test material comes from his notes, which are posted online. Extra credit offered. Attend class so you'll get your participation grade. No tricky questions on tests. Very straightforward, everything is explained clearly. Great personality, funny, enthusiastic, smart, and dedicated to teaching. Would recommend!

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PY101
Dec 11, 2005

He is hilarious but his tests are hard as crap! I thought i aced the first test and I made a 71! I'm going to end up with a C in there probably :(

5.0
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PS108
Dec 12, 2005

This is one of the best professors at UAB. Thank GOD someone thinks for themself! The material is explained in thorough detail in a manner which makes it easy to learn. I recommend this class to everyone! As to the people who think this class is too hard,lol, good luck in higher level courses. Maybe you shouldn't be in the science department.

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PY101STATS
Dec 14, 2005

Dr. Robinson is a wonderful professor. If you are smart and like a teacher who is actually passionate about teaching, this is your man! He knows his stuff and is incredibly funny and helpful. This is one of the best examples of what a college professor should be like! His class may not be a cake walk, but it is well worth your money!

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PY108
Dec 20, 2005

Lectures are easy to follow and tests are pretty easy.

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PY101
Dec 23, 2005

very clear, thorough, and entertaining.

4.0
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PY101
Jan 3, 2006

Dr. Robinson is a very entertaining teacher, but needs to leave his sex talk for his Human Sexuality classes. I wasn't offended, but I get the feeling some classmates were. Test are pretty average, being long multiple choice exams, and he often lets you out of class in time to beat the traffic.

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PSYCHOLOGY101
Jan 5, 2006

Very good teacher

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PY101
Jan 11, 2006

Hated the class. Passed it but hated. He tried to make a joke out of everything and wasn't funny but about 2% of the time. I'll never do it again.

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PSYCHOLOGY101
Mar 15, 2006

I really liked him. His classes were interesting and entertaining. He puts the notes online! So if you go to class and read the book you'll do fine in the class!

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PY101
Apr 10, 2006

Great professor. Fun,entertaining,and you will learn a lot. Study and you will do good on the tests.Never used the text book!

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PSY101
Apr 13, 2006

This Professor and class is HORRIBLE ! I was so happy to be out of it! He is a COCKY JERK ! PLEASE don't take him if you can help it !

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PY420
Apr 17, 2006

I think he does a great job making the class interesting and fun

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PY101
Apr 17, 2006

very good teacher must come to class

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PY101
Jul 8, 2006

the guy is hilarious. really, no lie and this is what makes his class interesting. i never missed a day in his class and i loved every lecture

4.0
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HUMANSEXUALITY
Jul 14, 2006

I loved him! He was funny, and if you asked him something he didnot know he would make an extra credit assignment out of it. he just doesnt like to be wrong.

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PY361
Nov 14, 2006

Class has too many rules: cell phones must be turned off, can't lay your head down, and now people have to sit up front who use laptops. I pay my tuition to pretty much have the liberty to do those things in class. It's my money right? Let me learn and be comfortable at the same time. He's such a jerk. I wouldn't advise taking him.

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PY101
Nov 20, 2006

Go to class. Sit up front. Do what you can to participate. His jokes may get old, but if you've ever heard a motivational speaker or poor actor he's nothing new. His class is supposedly going to change, if everything goes his way your attendance will be marked and you will have pop quizzes. But you should attend this class and pay attention anyway.

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PSYCH101
Dec 21, 2006

Ok now here is the truth.He is an overgrown frat boy , he says what he thinks college freshman want to hear i agree. But iIattended his classes and studied for his tests the night before and got a B . There was never anything outside of the material he gives on those stupid power point hand outs.Is he lame yeah, but who really cares he is easy!

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PY101
Dec 22, 2006

I personally think he is a little obnoxious, but it doens't matter because he is not a bad teacher. The class itself is alright, but not bad. If you want an A in the class then attend every class, and study your material in depth because his tests are conceptual. He is strict as far as cell phones and lap tops, but whatever.

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PY372
Jan 6, 2007

He is a poor test writer. Questions are ambiguous at best. I attended all but two meetings of the class, read and outlined the chapters, and studied his Power Point lecture notes. I am an intelligent person and always prepared for class. No matter what, I was unable to make A's on his tests which ticks me off highly...

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PSY101
Jan 7, 2007

DO NOT GET THE BOOK OR THE STUDY GUIDE! All of his test questions come from the powerpoints! It's a waste of money to get the books. And be aware... he's a****and likes to make sexual jokes ALL THE TIME!

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HUMANSEX
Jan 25, 2007

No Comments

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PY214
Apr 9, 2007

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PY108
Apr 26, 2007

Definitely makes it an interesting class! If you buy the textbook, you're wasting your time and money. All his questions come from his powerpoints which are on his website. Easy tests, enjoyable class!

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PY363
Apr 27, 2007

No Comments

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PY101
May 2, 2007

He gave us an old syllabus, with an out of date attendance policy and then graded us on attendance (20% of our grade) based on our use of the Clickr, which he did not clearly express until mid-semester. Otherwise, he is ridiculously easy... but he did nothing to enlighten me. He also seems to plan jokes prior to lecture, lame.

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PY101
May 8, 2007

He is so arrogant. Once you get passed that, he is an okay teacher. Use the clickr it can raise or lower your overall grade by a letter! I hear he is better than the other psychology teachers.

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PSY108
May 10, 2007

No Comments

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PY214
May 14, 2007

Professor Robinson was great for statistics. I enjoyed class for the most part. The class was easy, just study notes from class.

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PY214
May 27, 2007

Not much to say about him, but I will never take him again. I'm going to keep it short to keep it nice.

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PY101
Jul 10, 2007

Very interesting class. Its extremely easy to make an A. just show up and pay attention. You can download all the notes from his website prior to class. read them and make a few notes on them and you will do great. I thought the book was useless, didnt even buy it. But the clicker is important. overall great professor, easy class. highly recommend!

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PY108
Jul 11, 2007

I thought he was a great professor. I found his class to be very interesting & he's very friendly. The tets aren't difficult at all if you simply study. You don't need the book and he even tells you that in class. You do need the clicker thing and you get points from attendance by using it. It's a fun class so don't skip, go and get your points!

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PYALL
Aug 3, 2007

Dont be scared of this guy just because you have to have higher brain activity to take his class. True he is kind of a smartass, but that is just because he knows that he is intelligent.Definatley attend all his classes as well as reading the books required. he is so much fun and you will learn more from him in all aspects than you will from most.

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PY101
Aug 14, 2007

Interesting class. I enjoyed having him because he was sarcasticly funny. Don't buy the book, you won't use it. All the test material comes from the powerpoint.

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PSYCH101
Aug 20, 2007

he is not that bad his test can be a little suprising sometimes though

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PY361
Aug 23, 2007

His lectures are so interesting and I looked foward to coming to class. He is there to help you out when you need it! The clicker is a must! The tests are not the easiest I've had in my college career. But if you study things thoroughly and go to class then you'll succeed. I would recommend Dr. Robinson. He is an excellent college professor.

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SR400
Sep 26, 2007

No Comments

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PYSECT
Oct 21, 2007

I had Dr. Robinson for PY101, 108, and 214 so far. The only reason I keep taking him is because once you learn how he tests, his classes are a cakewalk. Hard guy to get along with, not the best professor I've ever had, but like I said, once you know how to take his tests, very easy. Attendance is mandatory for "quiz grades" with the iclicker.

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PY109
Oct 30, 2007

If possible, avoid.

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PY101
Oct 31, 2007

He is a great professor, my absolute favorite. He is kinda picky about classroom rules sometimes, but as long as you use common sense he wont have any problems with you. The tests are hard- you need to study the notes and the book, and try to understand the actual concepts. He makes class fun!

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PSY361
Oct 31, 2007

No Comments

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PY101
Nov 4, 2007

The material is hard if you make it hard. He makes it interesting to learn with tidbits that make you laugh. Very intelligent individual. He is trying to use more of the book now on tests and normally quizzes come from notes, but not all the time. Tests are deceiving, easy in the beginning then hard at the end.

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PY230
Nov 13, 2007

definately take his stats class. all the test are open book so you don't have to memorize anything. you really learn a lot from the class too

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PH101
Nov 15, 2007

The man knows his stuff. He is very smart but that doesn't matter when you are trying to past his text! They are not easy. Their is a lot of theory type question on test so know the material, but if you want a class where it is just remembering stuff this class is not for you

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PY101
Nov 30, 2007

Good teacher.

3.0
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PY101
Dec 9, 2007

very funny teacher. makes the class interesting.. dont underestimate this class. its not that easy but its not super hard either. robinson is the teacher to take for this class!

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PY372
Mar 21, 2008

Lacking in teaching ability...may be a little lazy....easy A for me but I haven't learned a thing.

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PY372
Mar 21, 2008

Lacking in teaching ability...he may be a little lazy....easy A for me but I haven't learned a thing.

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PY372
Apr 7, 2008

I really think that Robinson could be a better teacher if he would put a little more effort into his classes.

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PYSCH101
Apr 9, 2008

His lectures are entertaining. He thinks he is hilarious, and although it sometimes gets old, it helps him hold attention. His tests are rather difficult, so don't think this will be an easy class.

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PY101
Apr 22, 2008

Funny, entertaining, fairly young. He was VERY helpful. Material is easy but there is so much of it. 2 point quizzes every class. Don't need book, just powerpoint.

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PY101
May 11, 2008

Very funny. Tests are a little hard. Can be alright if you study. there are clicker quizzes, so attendance is important.

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PY372
May 17, 2008

He doesn't cover much of the material he testds on in class.

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PY372
May 20, 2008

Lazy and disorganized. My worst teacher at UAB. A waste of money and time. You will not learn much about the subject. Tests are badly written, full of grammatical, spelling and logic errors. This doesn't make them hard, but it does make them bad tests, difficult to do well on because they are so badly written (by students because he is lazy).Avoid!

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PY372
Jul 28, 2008

If you don't get on his nerves, he will like you and you'll have a good experience. He gives extra credit opportunities and his tests are pretty straight-forward. Covers very interesting material, too.

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PSYCH101
Aug 27, 2008

Awesome professor.

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PY100
Oct 5, 2008

Ive had him for tons and tons of classes and he's been pretty kick ass for all of them. Just show up, print out the hand outs before class and bring them with you, then just look over your notes before the test and you'll be totally fine. He hates the book, but the university makes him use one.

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PY361
Oct 16, 2008

I'm in his Psych. of Learning class now, I must say I've had lots of other classes with him and he is one of my fav profs. I don't understand how anyone could do poorly in his class (unless they don't attend). I've always found his lectures to be very interesting and engaging. I highly recommend him.

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PY108
Mar 15, 2009

I had him for Human Sexuality... it could have been the most awkward class, but he made it so interesting. Take every class you can from him!

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PSY220
Mar 24, 2009

I took him for Human Sexuality !! This guy will keep u laughing !! Make sure u buy a "clicker" to answer quizes and surveys. No need 2 buy the book all his test come from his powerpoints please save your money don't buy the book. He has a lot of pet peeves like rattling paper etc . I would say he is the 2nd best teacher at UAB next to Andre Millard

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PY109
Mar 31, 2009

Robinson is an amazing professor. He's very intelligent, clear and funny. I don't remember ever going to that class and NOT laughing during his lecture! It was a real treat. You learn so many things that are so useful for everyday life! Make sure you come to class because he takes role, gives quizzes, and bonus points with clickers! EASY class!!!

5.0
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PY101
Apr 3, 2009

Very good teacher and he keeps the material interesting!! He applys the material to everyday life!!! Really didn't use the book, so study lecture notes! Attendence is a must!! He has clicker questions which are easy and apart of your grade!!!

3.0
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PY372
Apr 28, 2009

This professor related everything to sex and his hedonistic worldview. You had to go to class because he gave points in each class. He said he was going to give quizzes but only gave one quiz the entire semester. It was an easy A and I didn't read the book once.

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PY372
May 4, 2009

Great Professor... test are hard but learn a lot

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PY108
May 11, 2009

Dr. Robinson is a great teacher. He is probably the most entertaining lecturer at UAB.

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PYSOC
May 18, 2009

i hated this guy. the WORST teacher i have ever had including preschool-highschool teachers. he is very disorganized and totally creepy. ALL of his lectures are based solely on sex and partying. many ppl love him but i am not one of those ppl. put his notes online 2 days before the tests and then his tests were nothing like his notes. DO NOT TAKE!!

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PYLEAR
May 18, 2009

WORST TEACHER ON THE PLANET!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! DO NOT TAKE IF YOU HAVE A CHOICE!!!!!!!! HATED HIM!!!!!!! made me want to switch majors and i'm a senior!!!!!!! horrible!!

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PSY101
Jul 31, 2009

First, if you think Robinson is bad and hard, you have to be a moron. True, he relates everything to sex and partying but he does it so you remember! i still remember everything from this class because he made dumb material fun and easy to remember. does use the clickers alot! girls, hes a cute one!!

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PSYCH101
Aug 16, 2009

Took this guy for multiple classes. Obviously he is not paying enough attention to preparing for his lectures because he is on RATE MY PROFESSOR.COM...rating himself. Sorry but your not HOT and an annoying professor that is only interested in his own personal life and not the aspects of psychology that needed to be discussed in class.

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PSYCH101
Nov 2, 2009

I love love love this class! I haven't missed it once..and although the test are kind of hard..class is always interesting and entertaining. I would definitely take Robinson again!

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PSY108
Nov 3, 2009

He loves his job and makes it interesting! He is a very good professor, he just seems a bit unorganized.

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PY101
Nov 30, 2009

Alright teacher. He is really smart but the test are super hard. He doesnt really help outside of class, so try to catch him while you are in class if a million students aren't already in his face. but maybe thats because i took his night class. well i can say that this class is hard but it is memorable. he relates it to everyday life. Good Luck!

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PY101
Dec 3, 2009

Dr. Robinson is a great profesor. His lectures are very entertaining and he knows what he is doing. He keeps it interesting and never has you falling asleep like most profesors. His tests are hard, but he makes sure that you are prepared. Take him if you can.

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PY372
Dec 15, 2009

Great professor but tests are pretty hard; they seem straight forward until all the answers sound like they could be the correct answer. I can only seem to get a B in his classes and I study very hard

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PY101
Jan 5, 2010

Great teacher! Very interesting so you will never be bored. Not an easy makes you earn your grades but on the flip side he also gives you all the info in class in a clear understandable way. Don't know about helpfulness because i never needed to ask everything was clear and easy. Test are multiple choice. No studding needed just pay attention.

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PY108
Jan 7, 2010

Excellent! He is amazing. So well prepared, and professional but still so fun! Don't bother buying the books. Print the powerpoint and come to class and you'll have an EASY A. There are some crazy lies about him on this site. It's all bull. Take this class. You will learn so much and laugh so hard! Just don't crinkle your wrappers!

4.0
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PSYCH108
Jan 10, 2010

Tons of fun! Everyone who has to take a psychology class should take him. He doesn't use the book at all, and all of the material on the tests comes from his powerpoints. His tests are a bit hard, but the class is worth it! Hes hilarious and makes it really interesting! Plus, he's easy on the eyes!!

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PSY101
Jan 26, 2010

He's entertaining in a creepy, skirt-chasing kind of way. If that does not scare you off, then you'll probably stay mildly amused - and/or mildly offended - during his classes. My only gripe: it is nigh impossible to make A's on his tests, but making B's is a cakewalk. Recommended, but with reservations about the occasional crass comment.

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PY300
Feb 11, 2010

Very, very lazy - can take him a week to grade a scantron test. Good teaching style but bad tests. Test questions quite ambiguous.

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PY361
Mar 5, 2010

I like this guy. I learn a lot of information in his class, not only about psychology, but history, religion, philosophy, and literature. He is a bit hard to understand at times, but if you ask him to explain further, he will go out of his way to see that you understand the material. Test are ambiguous,so study! No need for textbook. Buy the Clickr

5.0
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PY361
Mar 28, 2010

Dr. Robinson is great. I took him for PY 101, 108 & 361. He explains the material very well and he posts all his notes online. Doesn't really use the book a whole lot, most of the material on the tests come straight from the notes. Make sure you study because he sometimes covers a lot of material. He also gives a lot of extra credit opportunities.

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PSY108
Mar 29, 2010

I LOVE HIM!!! HE IS SO FUNNY! his tests you must study for but they are straight from his notes, come to class look over power points and you will be fine TONS of extra credit!! =D

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PY376
May 4, 2010

I loved this class! It was fun to go to. It consisted of disscussion, but you should still go because it's interesting and he explains his powerpoints. He was really funny which made up for him being late almost every day. Take this class, you won't regret it.

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PY108
May 25, 2010

Dr. Robinson is hilarious! Human Sexuality is the best class I have ever taken! He makes class fun, I only missed one class and I was actually disappointed that I didnt get to hear his lecture. Look over the notes and you'll make an A and buy the iclicker. Funny AND cute!

5.0
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PY214
May 27, 2010

Had him for Human Sexuality... Trust me, you will NEVER want to miss his class. They're epic. Still need to study for the tests thoroughly, but that class was awesome, I'm seriously thinking of taking it again sometime.

3.0
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PY108
Sep 29, 2010

Worst professor I ever had. Completely disrespectful to his students.

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PSY372
Oct 4, 2010

I LOVE Dr. Robinson. I have had him for Social Psych, Psy of Learning among a couple of others and every class is very interesting. He will keep you laughing but you will know the material when your done. Go to every class and try not to eat or leave your cell on and you will be fine. He is a MUST take!! All if his classes are good!!

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PY372
Oct 19, 2010

I've had Dr. Robinson for Psych of Learning, Personality, and Human Sexuality. He's really great and easy to learn from. He personalizes information in a way that makes it easy to remember and relative to daily life. He's really funny and amusing. His lectures from other classes tend to overlap into each other, which I like, but you might not

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PY380
Oct 21, 2010

Dr. Rob is HILARIOUS! <3 All of his lectures are akin to watching Jack Black do stand-up comedy. Extremely interesting. Has a vast knowledge of pretty much ALL subjects. Even if I did not receive points for class attendance (quizes) I'd still go for fun!

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PY380
Oct 21, 2010

How could anyone not love Dr. Robinson?! There's your Nobel Prize! He's amazing!

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PY108
Dec 7, 2010

I take almost any course just because Dr. Robinson teaches it. He has been my favorite professor by far. Yes, you have to work for your grade, but he is very helpful, knowledgable, and interesting.

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PSY361
Dec 15, 2010

He is a nice guy, but he is not a good professor. I would not recommend his coure. He is a laid back teacher but his test should be given to world class scholars. He is misleading, unorganized and to smart to break material down in way students can understand. No review or study guide for final. Reviews dont prepare you for the test.

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PY214
Dec 16, 2010

BOOOOO!! Seriously. Stay away.

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PY370
Dec 26, 2010

Do not buy the text book!!!!

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PY380
Jan 2, 2011

This guy is great. If you can't get an A in here, you didn't take it seriously. He IS laid back. He IS relaxed in his teaching method. The truth is that this IS a REAL class and if you do not study for the tests, you will have the same results as in any other class. Have fun, but STUDY FOR YOUR TESTS!

5.0
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PY361
Apr 3, 2011

Dude is awesome for real. He's very funny and very interesting. He's a bit anal so do not text or crinkle chip bags in his class because he WILL call you out. Tests are all from lecture. No need to buy the book. He lets the students write some of the test questions and if you look on BB for what questions were sent to him, you'll do well.

3.0
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PY101
Apr 4, 2011

His class is interesting and everything. But he's kinda strange. And he loves to talk about sex/lovelife. And I felt like his powerpoints had little to do with his tests. Definitely study before the tests.

4.0
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PY370
Apr 9, 2011

He is a really fun and entertaining professor. Class attendance is mandatory because he does clicker questions and they are a huge part of your grade. Attendance is also highly recommended since he doesn't use a textbook. Overall, I enjoyed being in his class and would take him again.

5.0
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PY108
May 5, 2011

Dr. Robinson is a wonderful teacher. I actually enjoyed going to his class! He is extremely helpful. Tests come directly from lecture/p.points. Fairly easy but should study. Would take him for every class if I could!!

4.0
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PY420
Nov 1, 2011

Great proffessor. You'll love going to class. Tests are of average difficulty.

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PY361
Dec 7, 2011

Sadly Dr Robinson was FORCED to make reading the textbook worth 25% of your grade. I read but the quizzes given seemed so different from what the book said and the book pales in comparison with his skill so it was really disappointing. I wanted to take him again but cant because my grade wont reflect the work I put in. He was so fun. It's a shame.

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INTRO2D
Dec 15, 2011

Very knowledgeable, very interesting, very funny. I've had him for Perception, Human Sex, Psyc and Law, Personality, Intro (101), and plan on taking Psyc. of Learning. Very easy to make a C or B, difficult to make an A, the way classes should be. Overall very rewarding, his classes remind me why I love psychology and got into it to begin with.

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PY108
May 22, 2012

Very good professor, very easy class!

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PY125
Aug 11, 2012

He was an awesome professor! Very funny and also cares about what he is teaching. We had many debates concerning the topics we were learning, which made things very interesting and fun. Attendance is mandatory, he gives quizzes every single class. As long as you attend classes and pay attention, you should have an easy pass.

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PY108
Dec 10, 2012

Super fun... really looked forward to and enjoyed going to class. He is very cool. Tells you what you need to know and very direct, doesn't try to trick you. Enjoyed him so much I am taking two more classes with him.

3.0
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PSY320
Mar 28, 2013

He is entertaining and very funny, but at times it can be annoying, and he whines like hell about using laptops/phone in his class & not having paper to take notes. Most of his exams come from the powerpoints, the rest from the book, and a couple I have no damn clue (they were random and out of nowhere). I'd never take him again, though.

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PY372
Apr 24, 2013

This was my 2nd time taking his class, and I'll surely take him again. Real laid back, very intelligent, and makes the lectures interesting. Attendance: mandatory. Buy the clicker and bring it to class; you'll use it daily, plus it boosts your grade. Read the book, take notes, and you'll do just fine on the tests. DONT FORGET THE ONLINE QUIZZES!

5.0
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PY3721G
May 13, 2013

Robinson is an excellent teacher. I've taken his personality, human sexuality, and social psych classes. Textbook is mainly used on quizzes which are normally made by his TA. Very open-minded and fun, and I always look forward to finding another class to take with him!

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PY372
May 14, 2013

He always acted liked the students were wrong. He was unclear about stuff throughout the semester and if he was asked about something he would say "ask your classmates." He just didn't want to do the work and his teaching was less than mediocre. Don't take him unless you like being made a fool. I am not surprised. He is just another "know-it-all."

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PY372
Jul 31, 2013

He is very funny and a great lecturer but he is not a great teacher. He needs to learn how to teach, and be a comedian at the same time. His exams are not hard but he grabs his questions from the air. Some of the questions are not addressed in the book or in his lecture. His lecture notes are useful for the exam more than the book.

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PY372
Grade: A+
Oct 29, 2013

Dr. Robinson has been my favorite professor since I've been in college. He makes his expectations very clear from the start. I had him for Human Sexuality, Social Psych, and Psych of Learning. His lectures are hilarious and interactive. He's knowledgable and loves learning. If you do your work and study the material, you'll ace the tests easily.

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PY372
Dec 9, 2013

Do not take ANY online classes with him. Audio bad, book worthless, big ego and loves to brag on himself. TAs are worthless and mean. Avoid!

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PY372
Dec 12, 2013

TAs made quizzes ridiculously difficult. Don't take him online. Attend the class if you can. He's all over the place, audio sucks, never on camera, and when he goes through periods of class discussion you can't understand what anyone is saying. His tests are not so bad because they are based off his lecture power points.

3.0
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PY372
Dec 13, 2013

Dr. Robinson is an okay professor. His tests were almost completely from the lecture notes. I absolutely hate the TA Amanda though. The whole time in class I wanted to throw something at her head. She constantly screwed with our quiz grades and made us read 2 chapters just to take a 12 min., 15 question quiz. We didn't even get a min. per question.

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PY372
Dec 17, 2013

Nice guy,but will never take another class from him. Tests come from lecture notes,but wording is confusing-almost as if to trick you. Quizzes were written by TAs & there were ALWAYS mistakes. NEVER enough time given to realistically take quizzes. These issues brought up in class but no resolve. Tests/quizzes never returned to see what was missed.

3.0
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PY108PY372
Dec 18, 2013

He is ok. I would not suggest to take his class if you are studious and serious about the topic. Apart from that he has tremendous knowledge of subjects, and he knows what he is talking about. though the exams are very confusing and not a good class for international students.

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PY108
Dec 22, 2013

Love the class and the proffesor. He is funny and makes it very interesting ! Easy class if you come to class.

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PY361
Feb 26, 2014

Favorite professor. Very helpful, knowledgeable, and intelligent

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PY372
Mar 2, 2014

I absolutely hated this class. I would never take him again. The class isn't hard, but the professor was a huge jerk, but hey that is just my opinion.

5.0
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JS150
Mar 14, 2014

He taught the class along with another professor. He was definitely the more interesting of the two. He knew what he was talking about which I greatly appreciated. However, my judgment might be clouded because I think he's really hot.

5.0
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PY361
Mar 20, 2014

Very good teacher. He's funny and knows the subjects well.

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PY372
Apr 7, 2014

LOVE Dr. Robinson! He is a great professor, he keeps his class interesting and actually cares if he students learn anything. Sadly he is leaving UAB, I miss him already and I am still in his class now.

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PY372
Apr 24, 2014

I heard bad things about this class but took it anyway because I needed the hours. His notes are confusing and tedious to read, and they don't correspond with the text whatsoever. The tests and quizzes are tricky, so it is very hard to do well in this class, not to mention the material he covers seems to be irrelevant to the course.

3.0
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INTROTOPSYCH
Grade: C+
Nov 17, 2014

I did not complete due to personal reasons, but still got credit. Weird.

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MATH114
Apr 20, 2015

Some sections of the class were harder than others, but Mr. Robinson was always available before, during, and after class to help clarify any questions. A lot of his class was being able to back up how you got to your answer. Memorize the definitions when he tells you to!

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HD180
Grade: A
Apr 27, 2015

I thought he was a great teacher, didn't have any problems with him. The lectures were interesting, and the work pretty easy. He tailored the subject toward the students he was teaching. We're artdesign students and taking psychology as one of our liberal arts, and he made it relate back to what we do. Weekly quizzes, 2 papers, and a project.

5.0
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PSY101
Grade: A
Oct 5, 2017
Would take again

Prof. Robinson is my favorite professor and I always look forward to going to his class. He definitely cares about his students. He is my only professor who makes the effort to get to know all of his students. He makes the content of the class very easily understandable by relating it in our own lives, jokes, and stories. I definitely reccomend!

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PSY101
Jan 3, 2018
Wouldn't take again

There are things on his tests that are not discussed in the textbook or notes. His notes have way too much unneeded information and at times he seems unsure what he is talking about.

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MATH114
Grade: A+
Feb 7, 2020
Would take again

I love his method of teaching. I was able to adapt to the class and do some cool stuffs.

Inspirational
Graded by few things
Tough grader
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PSYCH101
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 9, 2020
Wouldn't take again

What was talked about in class rarely related to anything in the textbook. Did not test on what was in text book only on what he wanted to talk about in class and he Im sorry to say was a jerk if you asked any questions. Would never take his class again and hope no one else has to.

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PSYCHOLOGY
Grade: A
Mar 30, 2022

The material he covers is interesting, but the same info comes up repeatedly across his different classes. Keep your notes, the tests are identical sometimes. Spends too much time discussing his personal life. Dude needs friends, but is obvious to see why that is the case. Kind of a douche, but occasionally has a solid lecture.

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