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Brown was a really fun instucter, especially since he is a Stand UP comic. He made learning old philosophy really interesting with all of his witty jokes and knowlegde of the topic.
this guy is funny and the class is very interesting but it aint some cake walk. the $90 book i had to buy was hardly used at all through out the course. all you really need to do is take notes or download them from blackboard.com, and study them good, not just a glance.
Finally a teacher who is fun AND a great teacher!! Everyone looks for a professor like this one but rarely gets one. He makes taking a philosophy course worthwhile.
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an absolute bad A$$, actually made philosophy fun... although some people were to stupid enough to get his jokes... only gripe-- dont buy the book entitled "20 questions"-- waste of 49.95
Great Teacher!!! Makes an old subject new and FUN. Plus he's funny!! He is passionate about his subject and actually listens to his students. This is what a teacher should be!
He's excellent! Take his class if you know what's good for ya'!
OMG!!! i love this teacher!!!! Hes so AWESOME!!!! he makes learning this stuff soo easy!!!! but u actually get to learn and understand everything! he is great i wish i could take him for all my classes!!! i love love love his class!!! it is a great laid back environtment in his class room and wow it is just great!!!! Great teacher!!! take him!!
awesome teacher! super easy, really interesting. Just study the test handouts and you'll make an A
Best professor I have ever had. Makes everything so fun and easy to understand. You think that he is just easy but its not that. You actually want to learn the material and go to his class. Excellent teaching strategy. I will leave and remember everything that was taught. Don't pass his class up. If you have a chance, take it. Best class ever!
this is such a great teacher! he makes everything worth learning and so clear to understand. which is very surprising sense it is philosophy.
He is great.....Take Him!!!! He opens the class up for discussion and you feel like what you say makes a difference.
great prof. study the handouts (makes great use of blackboard). participation in class discussion was encouraged and each opinion was valued. even difficult theories & concepts were thoroughly covered. great guy!
Most wonderful teacher ever. This was my 2nd time takin Phil to try and better my grade so I came in dreading it. But I loved the class. I never missed a day so I didn't even have to study for the tests. Everything he taught was so clear and he made it interesting. Very funny! If u fail this class then u just shouldn't be in college! I got an A!
This is a very easy class, but don't think you won't learn. He makes philosophy interesting and goes into great detail. He is also very funny. If you show up to class it is easy to gget a good grade.
i luved his class. it was so fun. great teacher. he tries to help u pass. show up to class and listen u will pass.
Mr Brown is the best type of teacher to have. He is smart, funny, and really believes in helping students. He is not too stuffy that you cant express your ideas, he is open to class discussion. I wish all teachers were like him.
Awesome. Was a comedian. He's fun. All the lectures are on BB. Reviews for the tests. One paper. Grades pretty easy. I've taken him for Philosphy and Ethics and wish I could take him again. His class is the highlight of my week.
He is an awesome teacher!! Makes me feel like I really get it!! I do not like phil classes, but he makes me want to take more classes like this. Highly recommended!! He reviews for the test, and drops your lower grade. Assistence is really important.
Best professor of my college career. He made Philosophy interesting. The class is very easy to do well in, but you will learn more in his class than you do in any of your other classes. If you attend class and spend 5 minutes studying you will get an A. Tests are all multiple choice, one paper due, but only two pages long. Highly recommended!!!!!!!
Really good teacher. Made class alot of fun and interesting.
i am taking his class right now, so far so good. he's funny and the class is quite interesting. He looks like Piper's husband in the show Charms.
Great teacher. He is very funny, but his brain works faster than is mouth some times. You have to write a paper, but he gives you several choices of topics so it's not real bad.
Great teacher, hilarious old stand up comedian. He is far too apologetic towards organized religion even though he is clearly atheist (not a big deal, he just doesn't want to offend people).
Great Teacher!!! Made an old subject new and interesting. Do not believe he is an athiest. He does explain how God cannot be proven by natural law theories though. But that is just one part of the subject.
He's a good teacher, he's really funny, keeps class interested. Exams are very simple, show up the class prior to the exam for the review and you're set. I had to 60s on my exams and I still recieved a B. There is one Term Paper, it's fairly easy. He's not hard on attendance, but I suggest going just because he's fun.
he was hilarious and an illustrative man. i would love to take his class again. a book was not necessary, all notes were from blackboard. you have an easy paper to do, he tells you a month or so in advance.
I just finished taking his class and it was great. I was dreading taking philosophy but it was actually fun. He does a great job keeping the subject interesting. Take his class if you can I guarantee you won't regret it. (Lol he does look like Leo from Charmed. I never notice.)
It was great time having this teacher for my philosophy class, i was really scared before taking this class, but he made it sooooo easy, very interesting class. he gives a goooood review, trust me. take him
By far the Greatest professor I have ever encountered. I've taken his class twice because it's that great, seriously.He makes the subject matter interesting and fun (he's a retired comedian) and most of all, he makes you really think. Multiple choice tests, reviews given in class, and very simple essays. Enjoy!
By far the best teacher i have EVER had!...i wish all my teachers taught like him...he's funny and makes the class entertaining...i actually look forward going to his class.....
I enjoyed his class philosophy class so much that I took ethics. He really makes your mind think with the subjects. His tests are easy and as long as you show up and listen to him talk, you will have no problem and you will really enjoy the class. I wish he taught more so I could have him again.
I really enjoyed his class, he is one of the best teachers I have ever had.He makes you want to know more.
Excellent teacher!! NO NEED FOR BOOK. Gives you all the notes you need. Reviews ACTUAL test questions. Very interesting, enjoyed his lectures. TAKE HIM!!! He' HOT TOO!! Will definately take again.
Really nice and awesome teacher. Funny as hell too. He always keeps you on your toes. Also a former comedian that teaches defensive driving lol. He lets you know exactly what you need to pass the class. This was no doubt the funnest college class I've ever taken.
Awesome guy! He can relate to everyone and has no problem speaking his mind, also does not mind when you speak yours. I wish he taught all subjects. PICK THIS GUY!!!!!
Really good teacher. the way he teaches religous views is he just opens your mind, but he relates to you, idk. Hes kind of a goofball but he puts all his powerpoints on BB so if u miss a class no biggie, you write 3 papers just about your thoughts, full credit for just completing them. gives test questions class before the test. Easy peasy!
Fun class one that i look def. looked forward to. One of my favorit classes and my second favorit teacher of all. You would be crazy not to take him.
Professor Brown is AWESOME! I FREAKIN LOVED THIS CLASS! SIMPLY PUT... EASY A, NO TEXTBOOK, 3 EASY PAPERS THAT U AUTOMATICALLY GET 100 ON JUST FOR DOING IT, AND BEST OF ALL HE'S FUNNY AS HELL! The tests are easy because he gives you the questions and answer the day before the test. It's refreshing to have a teacher that is enthusiastic and enjoyable
This professor is the most fun and outrageous teacher I have ever had at San Jac. He says whatever is on his mind. No textbook use. All notes are on blackboard and attendance is not mandatory but highly recommended because his class is like attending a comedy act. He gets his message across but this class is NOT for the easily offended.
interesting guy.. test were not easy. but a great teacher
Used to be a stand-up comic and it shows. The actual tests are reviewed in class before taking it. All notes are on blackboard, but you may want to come to class because he's so funny. I had zero interest in philosophy before taking him, and now I enjoy it immensely. Take Danny Brown for any Philosophy class, you won't regret it.
Distance learning course. Responds to email inquiries. Grades work by the due date. Considerate of students, but there is much reading to do. It is up to you to complete do to the work. Basically have one month to read 2 chapters, take 2 tests & submit 1 post on BB. 1 research paper, which he gives plenty of time to work on. Satisfied with my B.
Mr Brown is a great teacher he is rly cool... Easy A as long as u go to class the day before a Test, he shows u the test questions...
Took him online & he really cares about his class! Responds to emails quick if you have any concerns or questions. Reading is involved but duh its an online class! Gives a whole month to read 2 ch's, take a test & post a discussion board over those ch's. Like 8-10 test but not that hard, also 1 paper. Made an A and if i can anyone can!
Totally Cool & Very Funny, he's a retired comedian! He gave us 'packets' to print off Blackboard so there was NO Textbook (awesome)!! Very helpful & will answer any question you have. I loved him & his class!!
I took Prof Brown based on comments here. I was sadly mislead when I took his class. I spent the whole class trying to figure what he was saying. I took notes and when I read his notes, I still had no idea what he said in class. His tests are filled with random years instead of what is important...I don't reccommend him to anyone :(
I've read all 48 etries for ratemyprofessor.com, the last one is the only bad review. I took two of his classes and none ever asked for dates and/or years for his tests. I think the previous student got his professors mixed up.
Took the class online for summer session. You just have to read the book and take the tests. First tests are really easy,they get harder, but if you read and understand the book you'll pass. He cares about his class, responded to email quick. Take him!
This online PHIL 1301 class is fairly easy. You will be using your book, you need to READ the chapters and not just skim them. There are discussion board questions so make sure you write a paragraph not just 1 sentence. The exams are timed but Mr. Brown gives you plenty of time and curves exams if needed. Recommend this class to you!
I took phil online. It's not too bad but ALOT of reading, and if you dont read you wont do well. Some of his tests were really easy and some were tricky.I never met Mr. Brown but he seemed like a nice guy, and always responded to email if we had any concerns. I got an A. If your willing to work hard you can get an A too.
Took this as an online class. I have taken many online courses before, but never taken one where there is absolutely no instruction given on the subject matter. His teaching style is simple, read the book! Tests are ok if you understand the book, but the book rambles on excessively. He was good about responding to the one question I emailed him
He is so funny, it makes philosophy a breeze.
I took the distance learning course. This class is not Easy. I got an A. But it was ALOT of reading. So, if your willing to work then you will get an A if not then its easy to pass the class. He gives out extra credit! Nice Guy!
Real cool guy, used to be a comedian. Likes to talk about "Bob" on his tests
Danny Brown is awesome and not to mention his class is easy. He makes his lectures really interesting and has a great sense of humor. I'd definitely take his class again in a heartbeat.
Took into to Ethics. EASY EASY A, just go to class at least 70% of time. His reviews are strait from test so as long as you attend, ur guaranteed an A. Requires 3 one page essays which as long as you meet requirements, he gives you full credit. That's it...no book needeed, no note taking necessary. B prepared to question your religious beliefs.
Got a C in the course. Professor Brown took his time in trying to explain everything to me. But the concepts are not easy. Loved the teacher, wasn't an easy A like everyone said.
danny brown is the sh*t!! hes so cool and makes everything super clear. he doesnt require a textbook and shows you the complete test the class before. this class is an EASY A! i go to class every 1 our of 4 classes. wished he taught more than phil and ethics.
At first, I was disappointed. I felt this class would be just like high school, but I was wrong. Danny Brown is an awesome professor with a great sense of humor. If you can make students laugh while they learn, then you've got a gift. He knows his philosophy. He does a review game of the test before the test day, so just pay attention, he's cool.
danny brown was what i looked forward to everyday! he adds so much humor into his teaching and made philosophy very interesting! no book required and he gave a review before every test. easy "a" if you go to the reviews and pay attention in class. and the fact that hes a total stud didnt hurt either ;)
I LOVED Danny Brown! He is a great teacher, he's really funny but you do have to attend class. However, thats not really a bad thing because his class is fun. He is also pretty easy. Make sure you go to the review before each test and make a mental note about what you need to study. You'll do great@
This prof is the best one I have had so far! Funny, easy, interesting class. You have to be STUPID retarded to fail. Don't hesitate to ask questions he loves participation and will help you as much as he can. FUNNY GUY!
Best professor I've had by far! He is hilarious and makes learning fun. Easy A; I would definitely recommend taking him.
hes the absolute best teacher i've ever had, makes the class fun, very helpful, pretty much all open discusions
I'm currently taking his course & have an A+. His class is EXTREMELY easy, not to mention fun! He's very funny, makes subject matter easy, & very helpful! BEST PHIL professor to take!!! Tests are M/C & reviews you prior to tests. 4 tests (including final) & 3 essays (1 pg each) & super easy! Also, he's extremely HOT (looks like Leo from Charmed)!!
awesome professsor. when i first went thought philosophy is this borng class, but he made me love it. he taches very well, n is funny and u can never forget what he teaches. hemade me more interested with philosophy. jus make sure u alway attend class, n study the notes and he givs a review n u will def get an A. take him!!!
Awesome Professor! He makes the class fun. You definately can't miss a class, he covers alot of material in one class. But if you show up he explains everything very well and makes the class enjoyable. I would totally take him again and recommend him to anyone.
This class is similar to most college classes. There are 4 exams (50 m/c) and 3 one page essays. The exams are easy as he reviews the material the class before. The essays are simple as well. They are mainly opinion-based so if you do the assignment & explain your opinions, you'll ace them. Classes are fun... he used to be a comedian. Easy A.
he was very fun and entertaining. he makes things relate to todays world and everyday life. there are 4 tests and 3 essays that are a page long. the class before a test you take a practice test as a class with the actual test answers on it. he was very fun and i might just take another philosophy class because of him.
This class is similar to most college classes. There are 4 exams (50 m/c) and 3 one page essays. The exams are easy as he reviews the material the class before. The essays are simple as well. They are mainly opinion-based so if you do the assignment & explain your opinions, you'll ace them. Classes are fun... he used to be a comedian. Easy A
Took Ethics for the winter mini term, and all I got to say is these teacher is one the best ones in the school! He's really nice, our grade was only compose of 4 tests and he reviews the EXACT questions the day before! You should take him!!!!!!! RECOMMEND HIM HIGHLY!!!!
Dude all i can say is he's AMAZING! really makes philosophy easy to understand! No book needed, he gives you everything! just you NEED to go to class! He even has a fun test review. He used to be a comedian so he's pretty hilarious! i would love to take this class again! But just for a side note; DO NOT TEXT IN CLASS, or he'll kick yo a**!
Like everyone else I took this class OVER Am. Lit and am very glad I did! He is so much fun and explains things where everyone can understand! Encourages participation; is easy going!
Professor Brown is absolutely amazing! He is the best professor that I have ever had. You don't need the book with him because he types everything up and puts it on BB for you to print out. He was a comedian for 25 yrs, so he's hilarious! He makes a boring subject super interesting. It also helps that he is so sexy! I recommend taking him!!!!
I think hes a boring profesor. I just want to fall asleep. His spiky hair makes me think hes a child of 12. his tests arnt that hard I guess..if you dont do anything though you can fail. You should just take it as a mini course.
Prof. Brown is very nice and really enjoys what he is teaching. He admits he is still learning everyday and share his learning experiences on tnis subject. He talks 90 to nothing which I have to tune out sometimes since it becomes noncomprehensible...very personable...if you don't want to take biology I recommend him. essays are real easy.
Great prof. Easy to understand. Very entertaining.
Anyone who wants to have their mind blown, take this class! He's freaking hilarious! You do not need the textbook, all powerpoints are accessible on blackboard, and the 3 essays are sooo easy! 1 page, double spaced and it's all your opinions! Tests are passable, just come for the jeopardy game the class before and your good! This class will change the way you think. It's awesome.
Once Mr. Brown got over the fact he was not related to charlie brown (on the front page of the newspaper :))he became funnier. He is so different; personable. cares very much about people's feelings and includes all students in conversations regardless if they are on target or not. I'm an A student but couldn't pull an A for some reason (just B+
Coolest teacher ever. I really looked foward to his class. He makes it so interesting. Class is easy, no textbook required. Just pay attention. DO NOT TEXT in his class, he doesn't appreciate it. But you are there to learn right? Anyways, I recommend this class to take!
He's an awesome professor!!!! Before the exam there is a review. No need to buy book nor take notes!!!
Amazing teacher. When he asks questions in class answer them to amuse him. His class is really easy and can be funny at times. You do not need the textbook since he doesn't teach with it.
DO NOT TAKE THIS CLASS ONLINE. I do not recommend it whats so ever . Take his class on campus . If you take it online you will struggle. He makes you read the whole entire book. There are no test reviews. He does give you a lot of time to answer them but the questions are tricky . you can not just skim through the book.
I've taken him for two philosophy classes and just love him. He's hilarious and informative. The class is pretty much just one big discussion, read the notes he puts on BB and thats all you need. The only thing he asks of the class is to participate in talks and don't use the phone, he'll call you out if he sees it too. His classes fill fast also!
DO NOT TAKE ONLINE-you must read the book-50 min for 20 questions on test, but his tests are complicated-I went in looking forward to the class and am leaving hating this subject!! I hear he is great in class--online is harder than it should be considering the class
No book used at all. he is hilarious and informative at the same time. Reviews are exactly what's on the test. Making an A is a breeze!
Class is easy to do well in if you come everday and play attention. Reviews show you what you need for the test. he makes the subject clear and encourages questions.book not needed.
I'm an international student & had no experience with Philosophy before,but he made this subject so easy to understand for me.Reviews for all tests.Just skim his lecture before the review day b/c he won't let you write anything down since review questions are actual test questions.No textbook needed.But don't ever try to use cellphone in his class!
TAKE HIM FOR PHILOSOPHY! I can't stress enough how amazing of a teacher he is! He makes philosophy so interesting that I almost switched my major to it. I recommended him to all my friends and they all loved him as well. His test are straight from the lectures so just show up for class. The lectures are always awesome and he's hilarious! Take him!
His online class is not as bad as everyone says it is. All you have to do is read. Theres only 25 questions per test with 50 mins to do them. Honestly, you could just look up things in the glossary and find the answers to the exam. Philosophy is an interesting subject, it's not a bad thing that you have to read/skim the book.
Absolutly hilarious! Makes philosophy so interesting, must take!!!
Such a funny guy. Makes class interesting and easy. Do not get a textbook. Test reviews are extremely helpful. Overall a great class
Seriously a great teacher I recommend him to anyone taking a philosophy class. No work, except 3 essays, easy tests. Kept me really interested!
AWESOME!!I thoroughly enjoyed his class and came out with a new profound look at what ethics is. His since of humor made for a great class. Took 4 tests and as long as you came to class and studied power-points (no book needed) you did great!
Danny Brown is an amazing teacher. He brought laughter and life to the classroom. I would recommend him to anyone who will be taking Philosophy! You will enjoy his class while learning some interesting views on ethics and morality along with religion... He is super chili HOT!
Took 5 week mini online. 1st test you can take twice. 8 tests total. Waited til last day on the last test and my internet glitched after I answered first 4 questions and he would not let me retake it so I made a 20. 4 discussion Qs & got 100s on all of them. Ended up with an A-. Had to read book for the tests.
TAKE THIS CLASS ONLINE WITH THIS PROFESSOR! He opens all tests and discussion boards at the start of the semester - you could complete the semester in a few weeks if you wish. Each test covers one chapter (And these chapters can be lengthy) but if you really read the chapter, you will make an A on each test.
Take Professor Brown in class! It is so enjoyable, he used to be a stand up comedian!! He reviews for tests IN CLASS, lectures passionately, and has the entire class laughing! I will never forget this class. I highly recommend this teacher. I got an 96. You just have to listen in class! Take Danny Brown and let him change your outlook on the world
Take him, he is the best! So interesting and helpful. This is a very easy class. No textbook. Tests are identical to the reviews. His lectures are so interesting! TAKE HIM.
Take this course with Danny Brown! 2 chatpter tests and 1 DB every 5 weeks due. So that's 8 Tests, 4 DiscussionsBoards, and 1 paper in the middle of the semester. Book is mandatory if you take online with him. Very easy and a very nice person. Kinda wish I would have taken him in person now.
3 WEEK MINI!! Super easy class to take for a mini. 4 tests and the reviews are the actual test questions. He's also a really funny guy. LOVED this class and have been recommending him to everyone.
Professor Brown is one of the MOST amazing professors there is. I took him for the three-week mini and he was ABSOLUTELY AWESOME. No homework, no essays, just four exams that he gives the EXACT ANSWERS to the class prior to exam. If you just show up, listen and interact its the easiest A you'll ever earn.
I am currently taking a hybrid class with Mr. Brown and I love him!!! Keeps lectures interesting and he's very funny! We have half the work a normal hybrid class would have. Easy online quizzes and tests! Only one paper over a presocratic of your choice.. but its very long since he is so passionate about philosophy. DEFINITELY TAKE HIM!!!
Great!!!! His classes are fun and interesting. He loves the subject and is super funny. He talks like a normal american which awesome and relateable. Take his Friday class, it's great and he'll tell you more stories. He's a loose teacher and reviews are the actual test questions. Only thing that sucks is be on time, because he'll count you absent.
Thisteacher is by far the greatest! Im sad that my classes are short of time cause i want to stay and learn more cause he makes it hillarious! Yes i said learn more!!! Brilliant FUNNY awesome teacher! take him! You wont regret it
Best professor I have ever taken. I took the hybrid class, which was the best. Easy weekly assignments online and lectures, but by far my favorite professor. He loves what he teaches and that's what makes the class interesting. It made me think much more than just the surface of the topic. Wish he taught every subject. MUST take him!
Best philosophy teacher ever. I took him for the winter mini, so we did not have any papers to write (woohoo!) He teaches the concepts and does not force you to choose sides, especially when we discussed about controversial topics like the existence of God. Lectures were long, but he made sure it was interesting!
Took him for a 3 hour Friday class during the fall semester, and he can keep you entertained the whole time! Gives great test reviews, you would have to never show up to fail. Awesome professor.
Best professor ive had! This guy is as laid back as it gets, he was also a stand up comedian so he's always entertaining! Makes the material extremely easy to understand and his test reviews are on point. I'm taking the hybrid class and the assignments are so easy. This professor is unlovable, take him!!
Hilarious and makes lectures fun. No textbook needed. Reviews for tests the class before the test date. Posts notes online. I would love to take him again!
Professor Brown is hilarious. Talks to you. Fast at times - but if you pay attention you'll get it. Lots of reading but again listen and participate and you'll do good in the class. I want to go back and take it again just to hear everybody talk.
I must admit I was sort of worried about taking this course online knowing that it can be a difficult subject, but I passed with a B+. Textbook is mandatory and if you need help, Prof. Brown answers his emails usually within 24 hrs. Just read and study ( do not read chapters THE DAY OF a test).
I have heard Professor Brown is great, but since I took him online, I have no clue. If you take PHIL1301 then prepare yourself because the class in general is hard. I feel I would have better understood in person. If you take PHIL with Brown, I suggest do it in person and get the book. You will need it. His tests are pretty tricky.
If you have to take philosophy, take professor Brown's class! I've taken a philosophy class in the past and failed it, but professor Brown makes it easy to understand. He used to be a stand up comic, so his lectures are entertaining. I went from despising philosophy to actually being interested in it! He reviews before every test, very helpful!
Mr. Brown made philosophy so fun and interesting. I was worried because I took it before and failed. However, he uses many examples and stories so you can retain everything which helps a lot. Big jokester so you'll definitely stay awake and he makes his reviews fun. Amazing professor! I'm going to miss his class.
Professor Brown was a really good professor. Even though his lectures are a bit to long and sometimes boring, he is still great. Philosophy was not for me, but if you think it is for you, go ahead and take him. He cares about his students a lot and will reply to your emails as soon as he can. I would recommend him.
Professor Brown is my favorite teacher I've had so far. He is hilarious and will make you laugh while teaching you the best of philosophy. He puts all the notes and power points up before the semester even begins so you can print everything out if you want ahead of time. Show up and take notes and you will pass.
Prof. Brown is one of the best profs. I have ever had, he makes the class completely interesting, he replies to your emails fast, and he is always in a good mood, he really enjoys what he does and is full of knowledge, take him, you wont regret, really easy assignments, 3 test and 1 research paper, don't panic!! he works with you. take HIM!!!!!
8 tests, 20 questions with true false, and some multiple choice. 4 discussion board posts. If you read the small passages before the tests, you'll do fine.
I took him for Ethics because I just needed a Philosophy class to get a Business Degree. He is SUPER EASY! In my Ethics class he would show all the test questions and answers on the board. Memorize all the answers and those exact questions will be on the test word from word. There is 4 test and a paper, that's it.
I took him online for Philosophy and he is the easiest professor I've ever had! From day one he posts your assignments due for the whole semester and he gives you more than plenty of time to do them. His online exams are cake!
Honestly, the best mini class you can take! Hes a comedian by heart, and a great professor. His class is mind boggling. Sit in his class for one day, and hell have you critically thinking about life. Its crazy, but fascinating.
I took him for a mini-mester and he made it enjoyable! Hes really funny and makes you want to go to class.
Awesome professor! Really elaborates, but his lectures are not boring at all!
The online class was rather easy to pass just do the reading, participate in discussion boards and take your quizzes by the deadline. He has a strict policy when it comes to the quizzes so make sure you take your tests on a reliable computer because he will not reset the test for you more than once in a semester.
Professor Brown is awesome. Criteria for the class is extremely clear; read, take the tests, do the DB's. There's alot of reading, but it's super interesting. I highly recommend this professor!
Assignments include: 4 tests - 80% total (non accumulative); 1 common assignment - 15% (min. of 3 pgs.); attendance - 5%. The 4th test is the final. He gives in class reviews prior to the test. As long as you look over his notes he provides on blackboard for the chapters to be covered on the test, you'll pass w/ flying rainbows :)
I took your class during my 1st year in 2008. Your lectures were very inspiring and opened doors in my mind of new perspectives. You taught me how to think, instead of what to remember for the test. When I became an English teacher for 3 years in 2014, I often recall to the days sitting in your class. You are my role model of how to be a teacher.
Great online class. Very organized, clear expectations. Short test over each chapter and 4 discussion boards. Worst part of course is the amount of reading; the chapters are very long but the work itself is pretty easy. Professor rated 4/5 - only reason it's not 5/5 is because he didn't communicate with the class other than the 1st announcement.
I took this class during a 5-week summer course, & it was the most easiest online class I have ever taken.
TOO MUCH READING!! im taking the online class. I read both chapters and the test has the smallest detailed questions and i forget the answers. horrible, have taken easier online classes. this one is by far the hardest and boringest.
Tests are timed and there's only one attempt. Questions are not easy to google. You will need the book.
I took Professor Brown for Intro to Philosophy and decided to take him for Ethics JUST because I liked him so much. He is super funny and the class is easy if you pay attention. Discussions make it more interesting. The class before a test, he does a review with questions from the test. 4 tests (if you take the final) and 1 paper. HIGHLY recommend.
This man is terrible! I would never take him again I learn nothing from his classes. All he does is talk for the whole class! Overall a terrible professor and would NEVER take him again!
Class was very enjoyable and his lectures were very entertaining to where I actually enjoyed going to his class. There were just five tests and one paper in his ethics class. As long as you showed up and listened you could easily pass the tests. There was no homework, and no book. Attendance is mandatory. You can only miss two days.
I am so glad that my first Philosophy teacher is him. Professor Brown is full of updated jokes. Literally looking forward to his class every time to discuss so many insightful subjects. He uses lots of easy and relatable examples to help us understand and by attentively enjoying his lecture, we aced the test ^^
He is a very good teacher. He gives good review the exams. Not that much work in his class just one paper and the Exams. Other than that he is extremely funny and very understanding.
HE WAS AMAZING! I just finished my 3 week mini today and made an A on his final exam. If you do not purchase the text book you will not pass his class, he was great! his grading criteria was pretty easy :) DO NOT TAKE ANYONE ELSE BUT HIM! YOU WILL PASS HIS CLASS! you will have 6 exams and 4 discussion boards! all easy :) take his minis!
3Wk mini online. Textbook is a must, but can be found online for free (PDF). 4 DB's (Super easy). 6 20 question 50 min Tests, must read 2 long chapters a week. The tests are somewhat difficult, but you can find the answers in the textbook within the time frame if you use ctrl-f. I didnt read the book and made and A lol... Very strict on deadlines.
He's freaking hilarious with tons of jokes. Even though I am not majoring in philosophy, this guy hooks me up every class. So far one the of the best professors that I have had.
Great professor! One of the best I've taken at San Jac! Professor Brown always kept the lectures interesting and fun! Always looked forward to going to his class!
Easy to pass this class if you do read textbook and powerpoint. If you are like me who uses google for test, id recommend to you to select different professor. You can find 50%of test online or in powerpoint and rest 50% from textbook. I made a B in this class. This course has 8 quiz, 8 discussion board and one paper. you get enough time to finish
He's extremely funny and passionate about what he does. He makes you want to be there and it's recommended you do be there because every thing he talks about is important. He interacts with you and will have in depth conversations to make sure you understand the material. There's only about 4 tests and there's a review pp the class before the test.
this class was kinda hard because he ask for SPECIFIC answers from the text. DO NOT take it if you are a google user because the answers will not be found.
Really funny but also teaches the material very well!
Very funny! Definitely recommend taking his class on campus. No textbook required. All the info you need is in his chapter outlines on Blackboard. He does jeopardy games the class before a test to review what info will be on the test. Make sure you show up on those days, pay attention and its an easy A!
Prof. Brown is great for the test he'll go over the EXACT SAME TEST in a game like jeopardy and next class period you'll take the test. So, pay attention to review day and you'll make an A. Also, he is really funny would take him again.
Mr. Brown is a good professor I do recommend taking him and his class. He makes the class funny and relates it to everything in life. Mr. Brown is understanding and very nice when it comes to due dates. However, he does not accept late work. He is a very reasonable guy and will help you in any way possible to help you understand the material.
No assignments given only given test over each chapter. The course was online and the professor did not communicate anything during the course of the class.
Professor Brown was great for my 5 week mini. I was scared because it is philosophy but, this was a breeze. The grade on my end could have been way better but, of course, I procrastinated on the reading. I would defiantly take him again for my other online classes!! :)
5Wk summer online. 4 DBs (easy). 2 MCQ exams/week (8 total. Not easy). 2 very long chapter readings/week. I made an A but it was a lot of work. The exam questions were kinda hard. He picks the tiniest detail from the book and makes a question. I recommend pdf version of the book. You still have to read and take notes if you want to make an A.
There are only 4 exams. He will post PowerPoint will audio ( he read the powerpoint and explain it to you). Db is only used if you have any questions. If you go over all of the PowerPoint and note down what is important you will pass. He will post a review for every test and make sure u USE IT. If you use the review and note everything down, easy A
I took him during the spring. He was a very good professor in person as he would provide reviews for the exams and was funny. Was very visual with sketches. As soon as we transitioned online he didn't care and just scanned two chapters worth into a word document and didn't hear much from him. Exams didn't really correlate with the chapters.
I took this class online during COVID, 2 discussion boards, 2 Exams per month! Its so easily spaced out that you dont feel overwhelmed. Most of the answers are on quizlet. Note: 1 research paper, easy A
I took his 3wk mini and it was a lot of work but definitely doable. You need the textbook (I found it online). He responds to emails.
It's an easy A type of class with Professor Brown. He only has three tests for the whole semester and one paper. He has all the PowerPoint that he uses for his lectures online, but I recommend printing those instead of wrong notes. Professor Brown has a dark sense of humor and tells the type of jokes that you can't help but laugh to.
Professor brown is so funny and chill. He is very laid back but does want you to pay attention to the lectures and does not like phones to be used. He is an easy grader. He loves when the class engages. I barely paid attention and I got a B+, which is good enough for me lol.
Professor Brown is easily one of the best professors I have had. Always made class very interesting and engaging, made philosophy fun to learn.
He's amazing at making you WANT to learn about philosophy/ethics by engaging us during lectures and stimulating discussion. Has an immaculate sense of humor. Despite the laidback nature of the class, I've learned more than I ever have from any other teacher/professor I had before him. Because of him, I am now taking PHIL 1301 and have no regrets.
Very great lectures, he was always joking, so it made the class fun. All you have to do is follow along and review slides so you can pass all the test.
He is awesome! He wants you to succeed! His jeopardy review game is fantastic! Nothing terrible about this professor; take him! Won't regret it! He is also wildly engaging and makes lectures interesting!
The discussion boards were not well discussed or explained in detail. The tests were about 10 to 20 questions long with 50 to 60 minutes to complete. Be ready to read and put on your thinking caps. You will have to complete a research paper. He doesn't give you a chance to complete anything - once it's late, it's late.
100 points in the class, 4 tests at 20 points each, a common assignment at 15, and attendance at 5 points. He is very engaging in class, his jokes are a little dark sometimes but the whole class laughs. But he is never disrespectful. When its review day, he reviews the literal test. Plays it as a jeopardy game with the class. Take him.
All he grades are tests and the one paper, but he is very very funny. He will keep you engaged the entire class, and will hold a conversation with you the entire class. He was wonderful.
Professor Brown is a great professor. This class would have been very dull if I had a different professor. Professor Brown is a former comedian & would make funny jokes throughout each lecture. He doesn't assign homework. He goes over power points in class & posts them all in BB. Test reviews are done in a jeopardy style & are super helpful. 10/10
There are four exams and one test - all of which are SUPER easy! The rest of the class is an amazing comedy special that works surprisingly well as a lecture.
4 tests, 1 paper, and a whole lot of great lectures. Someone mentioned it being a comedy show that works well as a lecture... that's exactly how it is. I got a B without studying for a single exam. His class and teaching style makes you think more deeply and critically, but he's so funny that it makes it so easy to retain the information. LOVED it!
Professor brown is hilarious and thought provoking, every single class period is engaging and he makes the content fun as hell. 10/10 professors
Professor Brown was the best professor I've ever had. I left his ethics class having so much knowledge, I will for sure take his Philosophy class (I don't even need to take Philosophy ). The lectures were very captivating, and intriguing, and so helpful for exams. He breaks down the complex information into a simple way.
This class was great; it didn't add stress despite my five-course load. With 8 tests, 5 discussions, 1 quiz, and 1 essay, it was well-organized. I completed everything by early November, open assignments and evenly spread work made it a seamless experience.
He was one of the best professors I've ever had. He is hilarious during class and makes the lecture extremely interesting. There isn't much work so study for exams and he takes attendance at beginning of class.
I took Professor Danny last semester and was so thankful I did. He was very easy going and the test reviews were exactly what was on the test. I highly recommend taking his class!
hands down the best professor of ethics. Definitely take him if you are looking for a funny professor! He makes the class fun, never a dull moment in his class!! TRUST ME!
This class is so easy to manage and stress free! Everything is spread out so you have plenty of time to complete assignemnts. TAKE HIM!! nothing else i need to say!
does not care to help students that ask. he just says be
Professor Brown makes this class a breeze - his lectures are engaging and he has a great sense of humor. Definitely use Unstuck ai for study prep, it's a game-changer!
I unfortunately failed this class because of lack of consistency and working a full time job in the process. This professor is very funny when it comes to his lectures. He doesn't to make his own reviews so he uses the test questions during the review game. DO NOT CHEAT. He only has 4 exams and a paper requirement, so be smart about it and review.
such a funny professor at times but lectures can be boring. exam review is jeopardy game with questions and answers from the actual exam but not allowed to take notes or have devices out so you have to try your best to remember when time comes. no need to study if you pay attention. group project on controversial topics and their morality. EASY A!
Class consists of 3 tests, each with a jeopardy game review, as well as a signature assignment. The final thing is a group project, not hard at all. Professor is amazing and hilarious, take this class!
easy class but doesnt really reach out. 2 quizzes and 1 discussion board all based on a book you read (you have to buy/rent it) pretty good class and gives like a month between each due date.
Prof Brown is funny he cracks jokes every now and then during lecture. You will have 3 exams, 1 paper, and 1 group presentation. The class before exams, he has jeapordy games that are questions that will be exactly on the test, but does not let you record or use notes. He checks for AI on paper also on presentations so DON'T use it!
took the class as a summer mini course, and received a 97 as my final grade! take it online if u can!!
Not much to say, but an easy class, like 8 assignments you need to do, that's it for an 8-week class. No extra credit, and he doesn't really post any announcements; he's chill.
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