It's a tough class, and I think Dr. White makes it a slight bit harder than it needs to be. He's an open guy, so go to Action Centers and his office hours to make sure you understand the material.

I very much enjoyed Dr. Whites class. He is mainly concerned with your conceptual understanding of physics rather than memorizing equations. The exams are graded extremely generously because he believes in the process and not in correct numbers. I feel like I definitely have a deeper understanding of physics because of him.

Dr. White is really nice!. He is awkward but he teaches his subject very well. Every time I go to his class I know I will learn the material. He uploads all his notes/explanations. He gives you everything that you need. I'm not sure why there's bad reviews because he really is nice. lot's of partial credit and extremely generous on exams withpoints

Dr. White is a great professor! As a physics teacher he really tests your conceptual understanding of the topics being taught. He is really accessible outside of the classroom and his lectures are really interesting. I will definitely take him again!

He teaches material better than almost any professor at OU. But he didn't curve exam scores despite low averages. Didn't drop low homework or discussion scores. He gives a lot of partial credit on exams but they were 6-7 questions long, causing low scores. I learned more in this class than any other unfortunately my grade didn't reflect it.

Posted lecture notes are really good because they give explanantions. Do not skip class very often because him explaining concepts in person is still way better. I never went to AC but I heard he's really helpful. You have to do Expert TA homework and understand it to do well on exams. Don't rely on Chegg like a lot of students bc you'll regret it.

If you want a chance at getting an A in life sciences physics at OU, take it with Dr. White. While the class was a little disorganized this semester, I'm sure its because its his first semester here. The exams are not too hard, just make sure to do the recommended book problems and attend lecture. Def would recommend Dr. White!

Daniel White had a challenge trying to teach his first class at OU. The tests were extremely hard but if you follow his mission in the class of "critical thinking" and use it during the test you'll do good on like 2/3 of the tests. He drops one test so that kind of helps. And he really tries to help during office hours and is a very nice guy.

Dr. White is a super attentive and approachable professor! He makes a difficult subject like physics feasible through detailed notes and lectures designed to understand the concepts instead of just cramming equations! His exams are workable in the time given, and he awards partial points. SUPER RECCOMEND!!!

Physics is hard subject but Dr. White makes it way easier to understand! While some professors make you read the textbook and learn it on your own, he writes out his notes with very clear explanations to everything! He's also very understanding with test grades and gives a lot of partial credit if you just try!

He gives you so much practice to prepare for exams. If you actually do the homework without aids like chegg and work through all the textbook practice problems he assigns then you will have seen everything that will be on the exam. He curves every exam and replaces your lowest exam with the final. I suck at physics but would def take him again !!

Dr White is a reasonable teacher and doesnt ask too much of his students. you should be good as long as you do the homework without too much aid and the weekly problems. the exam problems are most similar to book problems. he also rewards partial points which really helps on the exam.

Im very confused by all the horrible reviews. Dr. White was a great professor! He really put a lot of effort into actually teaching us difficult concepts. Physics is just hard. Dr. White really just wanted us to put in the work. Dude even hand wrote his lectures out for us to read after. Not an easy A but youll learn. Would take again.

Dr. White is a pretty good professor. Hes nice to upload detailed notes on his lectures. He wants students to actually understand physics not just the process of doing problems over and over. The example problems from the text are helpful for primary practice not tests. If you can do the discussions and understand it, you can get an A on exams.

Dr. White has *really* good lecture notes that aren't just slides with bullet points but actually have explanations. The notes have easy examples but he offers practice through book problems and groupwork that reflect concepts on the exams, so do them! He doesn't have to give a curve or extra credit so do the work so you don't need to rely on that.

Physics is obviously hard but you need to keep up with everything (hw, groupwork, suggested practice) if you expect to get a good grade. The test questions are worth a lot but he gives tons of partial credit if you write anything you've learned related to the concept questioned. I always came out with a higher score than I expected or deserved tbh

I loved Dr. White's class. I don't know why people are being so mean on reviewing him. IF you put in the work (doing his study recommendations, homework, attending class, and BUYING the book--many people did not), you will succeed in this class. Always holds extra office hours, ample time on exams, never misses a class, and is great about emailing

Overall he is not a bad professor, this was his first year teaching so it's understandable that there were a few bumps in the road. He does upload his detailed lecture notes on Canvas which is pretty much how I passed because I stopped showing up to class. His exams are a little hard but if you put in the time to study the material, you'll be good.

The homework takes a long time because what he teaches is very different from what is on there. They are HARD, so make sure to give yourself time for that every week. White is a nice but kinda awkward guy that just wants you to succeed. His notes are good, but yes his tests are HARD. He posts his notes online. Good luck!

He is really awkward in person. Exams are tricky and make up most of the grade. Lectures are really easy to understand and then the exam is like a slap to the face. If you do not have to, then do not take him.

Dr. White is a great lecturer and gives great examples for the kinds of things he wants you to learn! However, on his tests, he makes the questions pretty much with the same concepts but a lot harder. I would say that he is a great professor, but the criteria for what he grades is not quite clear and the conceptual questions on his tests kill you.

Physics is hard, but Dr. White teaches it very well and is quirky and funny. Lectures aren't mandatory, but if you want to do well in the class you BETTER go. Lots of homework but it's really easy to get an A on it. Do the honors section if you can because it's actually easier as Dr. White is your discussion leader. And study hard for exams!!

The way he teaches benefited me a lot and I liked that He'd give 3 hours to complete a 50 minute test.

First of all, Dr. White is amazing. Many of these reviews are just rants and are probably written by students who cheated on the homework or didn't invest enough time and effort in the resources offered. Yes, it is a harder class, but Dr. White genuinely works hard to make sure his students understand and deserves better (and honest) reviews

I took Dr. Whites class for Physics 1 and 2. Although I had a hard time understanding his teaching in physics 1, I grew to respect him in physics 2. His tests are extremely hard, but he is available in office hours to help. Hes a smart man and sometimes doesnt understand that we arent that smart in physics, but he cares about us for sure.

Had Dr. White for physics one & two. 2424 is much easier, as it is more concept and less math heavy. Dr. W is a goofy, awkward dude who cares about students but sometimes comes off as condescending. I cannot stress enough how much hard work matters in this class & consulting outside sources such as the textbook.

good professor/his lectures are interesting enough. I had him for physics 1 at 8:30 am and found his class very hard to go to (hard to understand the concepts without attending lecture). You have to make sure you really know how to integrate the material for the tests but he is a fairer grader than most. Usually curves the class so an 88+ A.

His lectures are really important for understanding the class material. He uses a lot of examples and explains concepts well, so if you understand the lectures and the discussion questions, you will do well on his exams.

Physics is a very difficult subject to teach, and Dr. White gets a lot of hate for it. I believe that he does a fine job teaching physics. If you do the homework, go to lectures, and pay attention, you'll be better off than most. He helps with curving tests; you'll probably do better in the class than you thought.

While lecture attendance isnt mandatory I do say go to class he helps explains it a lot better than the textbook in my opinion. Also, going to office hours helps a lot. He might seem kinda reserved but he actually cares about your learning. You do have to try in this class. So the textbook is helpful when it comes to doing extra practice problems.

Dr. White is a great professor! The homework and discussion questions/worksheets are super helpful. Dr. White's lectures are really engaging and always works through lots of examples in class. He sends lots of emails throughout the semster and is great at communicating between him and his students.

He really is a great professor. Incredibly smart and knowledgable and has GREAT lectures. He was the only class I didn't have trouble falling asleep in BUT his exams are lethal. The exams are twisted in a way you've never seen before. You HAVE to know the concepts WELL to be able to get a good grade, not just how to do a certain kind of problem.

Dr. White's lectures are pretty good. He can show some cool things as examples are clearer than theory sometimes. We had online homework that was doable. The exams did make you work for a decent grade. It was hard because we were learning physics at 830 in the morning. There were a lot of pre-med students in this class.

He explains the topics extremely clearly and well. Yes this subject is hard, but at least he is good at teaching it. F for respects.

Dr. White is a great professor! He explains concepts well; physics is just hard to understand! If you take advantage of office hours and tutoring as needed, it well make a huge difference in your understanding because with physics, you cannot rely on the professor and lectures alone. Put in the work yourself or dont complain about Dr. White!!!!

Dr. White was my instructor during the COVID- 19 pandemic. We were supposed to have an in person lecture but it was moved online. He adapted swiftly, kept all of us in the loop, and provided amazing lectures all during the time of crisis. Physics is not an easy subject for me but Dr. White does an amazing job covering the material.

White is a fantastic professor who does everything he can to help. He is one of the professors who has handled to move to online fantastically. He spent weeks over the summer recording lectures that are exactly like what you would get in person. Downside: Very hard exams, he does curve them - but the curve is only done at the end of the semester.

He is very helpful in office hours, discussion, and lecture videos were interesting. Beware that tests are very difficult sometimes. However, he curved the class so much at the end (84 + was an A, 69+ was a B). He's a nice guy, just beware of tricky exams. You have to know the concepts to do well and study the homework and group work.

If you study you should be fine, the tests are very hard though so make sure you have the material down 100%. I would not recommend trying to cheat in his class because he won't think twice about turning you in. Also if you cheat he punishes the whole class and so everyone will hate you. Make a groupme for help with group work (its participation)

Dr. White is the most caring prof I've ever had. He checks in on his student's mental health weekly and is very encouraging. He knows that physics is hard and does everything he can to simplify it. He is a fair grader who wants to help you. Overall, a truly amazing man. He's the only prof that has ever asked how I'm doing and told me it would be ok

While this class is very difficult, Dr. White is genuinely the nicest professor I've ever had. He went above and beyond helping his students with homework and preparing for exams, and always checked in on student's mental health. Yes, this class is very hard, but I learned a lot, which was helpful for the MCAT, and he is a very nice professor.

I took Dr. White for Phys 1&2. This guy is great. He works hard to make sure lectures are entertaining and informative. He is the most interesting professor I have had. The content is interesting for curious, math orieniented minds. Lectures are important to understand. HW can take some creative thinking if you have a problem TAs are helpful

Dr. White is very knowledgable in physics and how to teach it. You have to put in a lot of work and do every assignment because there is no chance you can do great on every test. The tests were a lot different and more difficult than lectures or homework. One of the hardest classes I have ever taken, but Dr. White does his best.

I loved the course structure. There is hw every week and participation grade in discussion class so making a C on an exam was pretty good. He gives lots of partial points on exams. He is fairly quick to respond to emails. The class is tough, it requires study time outside of class but he teaches it well.

Heres what it is straight, cut, and unbiased. This class is extremely tough. However, IF you take advantage of EVERY opportunity (tutoring, office hours, action center) youll be able to do well. I highly advise that you do not skip lecture, even missing one lecture can and will set you behind for a little bit. Put in the work, reap the benefits.

Dr White gets some unfair criticism just because he is very direct and teaches a hard subject. However this mostly comes from people who never show up to office hours and Chegg the Hw. If you work to help yourself, he will work to help you. He is easily one of my favorite teachers I have had during my time at OU. Take him if you have the chance.

Dr. White is by far the best professor I've ever had. He genuinely cares and wants us to succeed. He has so many office hours, and they are truly the most helpful. He is very responsive to emails and is willing to work with his students. His lectures are engaging and funny. Ignore the bad reviews. This prof is great, take him if you get the chance!

Professor White is a great professor however physics itself can be very difficult. To be successful you have to go to every lecture and put in a lot of hours outside of class. He curves exams and the overall grade isn't only based on exam grades so it's not too difficult to make an A.

Dr. White is actually a great professor. Lots of students complain bc they're obsessed with getting A's and because physics 2 is difficult. He gives you plenty of outside resources and holds extra office hours which most students do not take advantage of, hence the complaints. He is willing to work with you if you let him know you are struggling.

You get what you give with Dr. White. He cares deeply about the education of his students rather than their grades. I ended up with the same grade both semesters, and I would take him again. Balancing this course with other classes is challenging, but if you show up to lecture and work with Dr. White and your TA during discussion, you will succeed.

Physics is not easy. Dr. White made it feel like a piece of cake. The people giving him poor ratings didn't take advantage of the tremendous amount of outside help that he offered. I felt well prepared for every exam without even studying that hard. Just go to lecture and pay attention, take good notes, and go to his office hours for help.

Dr. White is my favorite professor at OU. He's kind, understanding, and just generally wants you to do well in his class. His whole philosophy is that making mistakes is a part of learning, and gives you opportunities to safely make mistakes. He sends emails asking how youre doing if you seem down and gives you extensions if you ask. He's great

Dr. White clearly cares about his students and hopes to have a positive impact on their impression of physics. As someone who was already experienced in the field, 1205 was mostly a review class. Don't let this lead you down the wrong path, Dr. White's tests are not trivial and account for most of your grade.

Had for PHYS 1205 &1215: an amazing professor. His classes really taught me how to be a successful physics student in the department. Definitely prepared me for my future physics class. Has wonderful office hours, and explains things thoroughly. HE POSTS EXCELLENT LECTURE NOTES ON CANVAS. Really does care about students' mental health. TAKE HIM

Prof White was always caring about how his students were doing, and would regularly do homework help sessions and post answers for parts of homework to help you keep on track throughout the difficult material. Labs felt often felt tangential. Exams were curved and the grade brackets altered in people's favor, which saved me and others.

Physics is not an easy concept and that is clearly reflected in Dr. Whites grading criteria. He curves all of the tests and gives partial points for diagrams, equations and explanations. He also offers a lot of outside help for people who are struggling. Show up, do the work, study for the tests and you can get an A.

Dr. White makes physics bearable. For tests, he gives partial credit and curves to a 70. At the end, he rounds the average class grade to an 85! Tests are hard. Do as many practice problems as possible. There is a clear grade difference between the people who go to class and those who don't. If you do bad in this class, it's your own fault.

Dr. White gives engaging and clear lectures. The homework is a bit harder than the lecture examples, however, there are several resources to help. The grading is clear. Exams and grades are curved, so that helps. The physics discussion is not very useful.

Although this class is not easy, Daniel White has been my favorite professor at OU thus far. You have to work hard in the class, however, it is evident that Dr. White cares about his students success and is very pro-student. He ended up making an 85 or above an A for this semester.

Dr. White is helpful and understanding of people who are not great with physics. I don't know why he has so many bad reviews. I had him this semester after putting off taking physics because I was worried and he made it fun and not that bad. He is funny and reminds of like a dad. He is cool. You just have to put in the work.

Tests make up 60% of your grade, one gets replaced if your final is higher. I highly recommend taking Group Work seriously, often the same ideas/concepts, and even question types will show up on your exam. His exam questions are way harder than his examples in class, so I'd recommend doing hw and group work to get a feel for it. Not a bad prof tho

Dr White is a good physics professor even at 8:30 in the morning. He tries to make his lectures interesting by giving us real life examples of physics concepts. The exams make up a lot of your grade, but the lowest is replaced with the final and LOTS of partial credit is given. The homework is hard, but that and the group works help your grade.

If you were good at the hard math problems on the SAT/ACT, this class will be easy for you. The class was challenging but that's recognized with curves on the tests. Even though lecture is optional, going is beneficial because he will walk you through practice problems which are unique to his exam style. Groupworks are hidden gems for studying!

Dr. White is an amazing professor who understands both how to teach physics concepts and the physics itself. He also is willing to set up homework help sessions for those who need it. Be aware the the exams are worth 60% of the grade in PHYS 1205, between the 2 midterms and the final.

Dr. White made physics bearable but you definitely have to put in work at get an A, but it's doable! Weekly homework is often very confusing and more complex than the tests, but it is pretty helpful. He puts past midterms on Cavnas and those plus the groupwork is super helpful. Tests are curved with partial credit so he does a lot to help grades.

I loved Dr. Whites class! I was nervous for this class because physics was new to me but he made it fun and manageable to learn. He also gave you many opportunities to learn through his lectures, notes and office hours. If you go to lecture and attend office hours you will be just fine. Just remember physics is hard so you do have to work for an A.

Dr. White was a great professor to have for physics. It is a hard subject but he made the class very easy to learn. You can tell he puts lots of thought into the in class examples and group work. He posts highly detailed lecture notes and holds homework help sessions. Tests are curved with lots of partial credit and overall grade is curved.

Dr. White is the best professor I've had at OU. His class is difficult, but physics isn't supposed to be easy. Although the tests and homeworks are challenging, I feel prepared for the physics I will see on the MCAT.Dr. White truly cares about his students success and is a very personable guy.Go to his office hours!You'll like him better if you do!

Took him for physics 1 & 2, and 2 is definitely a lot harder. The last question on exams is completely new and I often missed almost all of that question which was annoying with only a few points for an exam curve. He has a temper but is silly so it's not the worst. I had to Chegg most of the homework or its impossible and I always went to class.

An extremely caring professor that anyone would be lucky to have. He understands that the concepts are hard and does his best to make them understandable. Puts a ton of effort into helping students with homework help sessions and office hours. Content is tough, but you definitely want to have him teaching it to you.

Dr. White is a fair professor who makes physics manageable. Assignments are challenging but his focus on partial credit and group work helps. Using Unstuck AI for practice made a difference in my understanding.

Dr. White cares about his students and cares about his job and the purpose of education- which is a breath of fresh air compared to the rest of the science classes where most professors do not care about their students. All professors should be like Dr. White, especially regarding his research experiences on psychological ways that students learn.

Overall, Dr. White is a good guy who genuinely cares about his students. Be aware that he presents easy examples in class to give a foundational understanding and then harder applications of those concepts on tests. Definitely possible to do well if you commit the time though. He also curves every test to a 70 and the final average to about an 85.

People hate on Professor White, but I had him for both Physics I and II, and he's a great professor. His examples in class are easy to follow, albeit simpler than the stuff on the homework. He's overall a good professor, and he specializes in the educational part of physics, so he knows how to teach!

He teaches a challenging course but does it very well. He's engaging and approachable in lecture and offers plenty of chances to ask questions outside class. The material is tough, but he makes it interesting and understandable. Highly recommend taking him if you can.