4.3

Daren Protolipac

Psychology - St. Cloud State University

4.3
Quality
2.2
Difficulty
95%
Would Retake
86
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4.3
Quality
2.2
Difficulty
4.2
Helpful
4.3
Clarity

95%

Would Retake

86

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What Students Say

I loved this online class

PSY378 - 5.0 rating

Very approachable and loves interaction with students in and out of class

PSY115 - 5.0 rating
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Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

53%

Textbook Required

17%

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Based on 22 reported grades
A: 12
A+: 5
B+: 2
C-: 1
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Reviews (86)
5.0
2.0
PSYCHOLOGY115
Grade: C-
Dec 2, 2004

No Comments

4.0
1.0
PSY115
Dec 5, 2004

Gives good lectures, but they are pointless for this class. Very easy.

4.0
2.0
PSY115
Dec 6, 2004

he's good, and knows what he's talking about, very easy to understand, easy class, i never go and have an A, the thing about protolipac is that he's kinda fast when he does the lectures, so either pay attention or take notes, hard to do both when he's up there.

3.0
3.0
PSY115
Dec 13, 2004

He ruined a perfect class...boring to listen too. Has a monotonous voice that seems to drag on for days...and talks about everything that should be only mention in a 300 level course.

4.0
2.0
PSYCH115
Dec 15, 2004

i think hes a good teacher, he definitley knew what he was talking about. in class many times he would ask if everything was understood.

5.0
2.0
PSY
Jan 13, 2005

For being a first year teacher I think he did a good job. And hey he looks good who wouldn't want to take his class with that cute butt!

5.0
2.0
PSY115
Jan 14, 2005

I just noticed that someone said dr.protolipac had a "cute butt" yet failed to give him a pepper indicating his hotness, so here ya go doc.

5.0
2.0
PSY115
Jan 18, 2005

Very clear lectures, but the lectures are never used on the tests. I only went to class when he was teaching, he's hot. I got a B and I barely went. Study for the tests.

1.0
1.0
INTROTOPSYCH
Feb 9, 2005

You can cheat on all the quizes and all your papers are peer reviewed by the incomptent students in the class. You don't ever need to go to class because you can get away with it easy. The professors are very annoying and treat you like an idiot. Stay away if you can help it, unless you're dumb.

3.0
3.0
PSY115
Mar 24, 2005

He was harder to understand than melcher. Has a monotonous voice that puts you to sleep. he does try though. and is very accomodating to people having online problems with tests. He did ok, i liked melcher better. Good content of the class...do your work and you should do fine

5.0
2.0
PSY115
Apr 7, 2005

very good professor. He is willing to help you out any time you need it. very very good looking too!! :)

3.0
2.0
PSY115
Apr 15, 2005

No Comments

5.0
3.0
PSY115
Apr 26, 2005

No Comments

5.0
2.0
PSY115
Apr 29, 2005

Tests and powerpoints are all online, he responds to e-mail quickly, his lectures are much duller then Melchers, but is exchange he good looking

4.0
4.0
PSY115
May 3, 2005

The lectures are very useful. The class is kind of hard, but if you do the extra credit you will do fine. Overall he is a good professor.

5.0
2.0
PSY115
May 25, 2005

Was willing to help students with any problems. You don't have to go to class that often to do well in the class. He is georgous too!! Would def. take another class from him! :)

5.0
2.0
PSYCH378
Aug 17, 2005

Great professor. He can identify very well with students needs. I highly recommend him.

4.0
3.0
INTROTOPSYCH
Sep 23, 2005

No Comments

5.0
1.0
INTROPSY
Sep 28, 2005

Very interesting. Good Lesson Plan. If you miss his class he has a power point on line so that you can review his notes. Also his test and quizzes and papers are online. You can do all of that with your friends if you see fit. TAKE THIS CLASS!!! He is super cool!

1.0
1.0
PSY115
Nov 14, 2005

Very boring. It must be hard to teach lecture hall classes, but still he should adapt to it to improve his teaching style. Easy class.

5.0
1.0
PSY115
Grade: A+
Nov 21, 2005

BORING class, but you dont need to be there, everything is online except you need a password given in class for the little short answer quiz thingies but those arent hard to guess... i quit going to class all together and still got an A! highly reccommend this class. It's co-taught with Melcher and both are pretty easy to understand

5.0
1.0
PSY115
Jan 3, 2006

Good professor. Explains things in a way that makes topics fun and easy to understand. I really didn't need to study for tests. Tests are open book and if you go to class and take notes they will be a breeze. Contrary to what others believe, I think he's adorable.

5.0
1.0
PSY101
Apr 25, 2006

This class is the easiest class I have ever taken. Ive only gone to one class and I have a high B low A going as we approach the end of the semester. Not only do I never attend class, I also NEVER ever study one single minute prior to taking the exams. All exams are on D2L and you simply look up the answers in the book. Easy A.

5.0
2.0
PSY116
May 8, 2006

Awesome! Highly Recommend!

5.0
3.0
PSY115
Aug 23, 2006

He's a pretty good teacher, very enthused about the subject of pscyhology. An issue of concern is he will expect you to know things from the textbook not covered in class. plenty of E.C. toot teacher!! The papers are graded only on criteria followed (not whether he likes you or not), basically if you study, attend and do all the E.C.; an A.

5.0
1.0
PSY115
Nov 12, 2006

He is good professor. Posts all the notes on D2L. He answers any questsion you have.

4.0
1.0
PSY115
Nov 29, 2006

READ THE BOOK, he doesnt cover everything in class and to be honest the book makes a lot more sense, but the tests are not that hard as long as you know the material, and he gives out a lot of extra credit opportunities!

3.0
3.0
PSYC115
Dec 15, 2006

Was an ok class....basiclly just power points and notes. No homework. One quiz every Monday about the chapter that was learned the week before. Nice teacher though.

5.0
2.0
PSYCH115
Jan 8, 2007

Was a pretty easy class and the proffesor is nice. it is co tought with melcher who is also really nice. I got a b and harldy ever used the book, probably could have gotten by with out it. Make sure you take advantage of the extra credit they are easy and can really boost your grade.

5.0
2.0
PHYCHSECT
Apr 18, 2007

Dr.D is awesome! He explains things really well and if you ever need help hes always there. I recomend taking a class form him! It's pretty easy as long as you go to class.

4.0
2.0
PSY115
Apr 25, 2007

A good professor. As long as you read the chapter and look over the power points each quiz (on Mondays) is easy enough. Have to write 3 CPR essays which are easy to get an A on.

4.0
3.0
PSY115
May 4, 2007

I liked him a lot! except he had a tendancy to repeat himself. When he lectures it is literaly non-stop from start to finish. I don't like how the class is set up. All with clickers and 36 points quizes every monday that you have to study for to pass.

5.0
2.0
PSY115
May 17, 2007

Lecture class- quiz every monday on a clicker...READ THE CHAPTER and you'll get a good grade. No homework except 3 writing assigments online that are easy to get A's on. You can miss 4 classes and your 3 lowest quizzes are dropped at the end.

5.0
2.0
PSYC115
Aug 20, 2007

Nice prof, explains the material well. However, most test questions are out of the book so read the chapters thoroughly. Writing assignments are easy. Take him.

4.0
3.0
PSY378
Sep 5, 2007

Great teacher. Explains things in an easy, clear manner so you can apply them to actual life. Helps any confused students to understand and doesn't make anyone feel stupid. I learned a lot- not an overload of work either. I would definitely recommend him for any class.

5.0
2.0
PYSCH115
Nov 26, 2007

I liked this professor!! He's really really funny! Makes college type jokes, and is just fun. The class is fairly easy, when you take the quizzes just make sure to read the book!!!!

5.0
4.0
PSY115
Dec 8, 2007

Awesome.

4.0
2.0
PSY115
Dec 13, 2007

Class was easy, just go to class, pass attention to the notes and read the book for each quiz.

5.0
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PSY115
Jan 12, 2008

Good prof. and pretty easy class. There are weekly quized that are taken on clickers..i usually studied an hour before each quiz and did very well...just overlook the powerpoints...final is damn easy its a review of the quiz questions which you already have the answeres to taken online. Pretty interesting class

4.0
2.0
PSY115
Apr 22, 2008

He's a very nice professor, but the grading system for this class sucks. You submit work online and then your CLASSMATES give you grades. What a horrible idea! Your classmates aren't always as smart and competent as you might expect. All the tests are online, so you can just look up answers in your textbook.

5.0
3.0
PSY378
Jul 29, 2008

Took this prof. during a summer session - the class wasn't the most interesting, but I learned a lot. He grades REALLY lightly -- I BS'd my papers and exited with an A. Overall, good!

5.0
2.0
PSY115
Aug 22, 2008

I had him for a morning class with about 15 people. It was amazing! He expalined things very well and made the whole class very fun and interesting. Does a bunch of diff. experiments and shows a few interesting movies. VERY FUN CLASS! Read and take notes and you should do good. Have to do CPR assignments which are farely easy. TAKE THIS CLASS!

5.0
1.0
PSY378
Aug 26, 2008

Nice and friendly professor. His way of teaching is great. You can understand him easily. He is also fun. I recommend him as professor

5.0
2.0
PSY115
Oct 8, 2008

Very good professor. He is easy to get along with and understand.

3.0
2.0
PSY115
Nov 4, 2008

Overall, a good teacher.

5.0
3.0
PSY115
Apr 28, 2009

Good professor- answers questions, clear as to what he wants for assignments, understanding, goes the extra mile, passionate.

4.0
2.0
PSY115
May 5, 2009

Good teacher. the class is really easy if you pay attention in class. if you pay attention you'll get a B on weekly quiz's which are about half your grade. its an interesting class and he makes it interactive which helps!

5.0
2.0
PSY378
Apr 15, 2010

I loved this online class. It was self paced and the open book tests rocked. you did have to study but the book was very interesting. there was also a term paper

5.0
1.0
PSYC115
Sep 1, 2010

AWESOME Prof! One of my favorites ever! Very open to meeting and discussing class material and is totally for people asking questions in class and spending time on those. If you pay attention during the lecture and read the materials there should be no problem getting a good grade.

4.0
2.0
PSY115
Nov 22, 2010

Very helpful teacher. If you read/skim the sections in the textbook before a quiz you will be fine. It's interesting material. Having the notes printed before class is also helpful so you can follow along without having to write much. I don't remember if attendance is mandatory, but you'll want to be there if you want to understand the class.

5.0
1.0
PSYC115
Apr 27, 2011

I loved his class. He's a nice guy, really approachable and makes the class fun. I wish all professors were like him!

5.0
2.0
PSY115
Jun 25, 2011

Great class/prof. He runs the CPR portion. I'm not crazy about the concept as I think it allows for too much subjectiveness. Pay attention during lectures because he likes to ask questions on the quizzes that aren't necessarily bullets in Power Points. Very approachable and loves interaction with students in and out of class. Loved the class.

3.0
2.0
PSY460
Oct 9, 2011

He is such a nice teacher and really interesting. He takes time to answer every question in class. The only problem is that his tests are very hard. Some of the questions and answers are very ambiguous so you don't know what the answer is, despite having studied. KNOW THE SPECIFIC EXAMPLES OF THE BOOK!!! HE USES THOSE A LOT!

3.0
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PSY378
Nov 5, 2011

His is pretty arrogant, it is actually quite distracting from the course material. I had so much interest and excitement about this course but I wish I had taken it with another professor.

4.0
4.0
PSY384
May 24, 2012

He is concerned with spelling, yet the syllabus has spelling and grammatical errors! The textbook is all that is needed for papers, but there are optional extra credit surveys available.

2.0
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PSY360
Mar 8, 2013

test are excruciatingly hard, he puts the slides on d2l, but he never gets past the first slide. study guides aren't clear and they are vague. gives us example questions but no answers. hes very smart so this is easy for him but in reality this class is super hard get ready to spend 9+ hours studying a week.so say goodbye to your social life.

5.0
2.0
PSY360
Grade: A
Jan 16, 2014

One the best and clear professor in the psychology department. Things can get subjective but I love how he never skips or ignore one's questions! I like how he always uses examples to clarify concepts, I definitely recommend him!

5.0
1.0
PSY115
May 15, 2014

He was really nice and into the students learning, however he went off on random lil tangents that were sometime not related. he always answers questions in great depth but kinda wastes time on it too even if it dosent relate to subject... can talk to classmates on weekly quizzes, easy final. alot of info for one class. Points for attendance!!

5.0
2.0
460
Grade: B+
Oct 14, 2014

Awesome class. You learn a lot even though he takes a while to explain a topic of the chapter. He uses a lot of examples for you to understand the concept though. Exams are hard but he gives you a lot of E.C. opportunities. Sometimes lets you retake the exams at home if he sees that the class is putting in effort and showing up to class. Thumbs up!

3.0
5.0
115
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 13, 2014

Doesn't email back early ever. Wouldn't ever take this class again. Our average for ill our test were 65% and lower each time. Although the class is clear. Quiz every Monday night due drops lowest 2. Every Friday short answers due. Drops 5 lowest pre test free 60 points final and three CPR that's are SO HARD. Bad communication skills. Wouldn't take

4.0
3.0
PSY378
Dec 28, 2014

Protolipac was crystal clear in his expectations for the class. There weren't very many things due during the semester. His tests were incredibly difficult, though. He doesn't respond to emails in timely manner whatsoever, and when he did, did not offer much in the way of answers. His class was interesting, but very tough.

4.0
4.0
378
Apr 15, 2015

Purchase the international edition of the textbook if you can! You'll save yourself some $$$ along the way. Overall, Protolipac is an awesome professor who is passionate about personality. His tests are definitely hard, so study up!

4.0
3.0
460
Grade: A
May 14, 2015

By far one of the best Psychology teachers at St. Cloud State. His tests are very hard, but gives you extra credit to help you relearn what was missed on the test. His class is very hard but learn a lot. I would recommend taking his courses.

4.0
2.0
PSY115
Dec 14, 2015

You don't have to read in his class, but if you want to pass quizzes, you do. He talked about his life experiences about Psychology which was interesting, to me at least. I just really liked how he related back to his experiences, which really helps concretes what he is explaining. Good professor. Take him.

5.0
2.0
PSY115
Dec 14, 2015

AWESOME Professor! Dr. Protolipac co-taught PSY 115 this semester. He is an awesome professor. Makes lecture fun and very interesting. He is very interesting and very helpful. If you have questions do not hesitate to ask because he will go above and beyond to help you. Highly Recommend! Class is made up of 1 paper/13 quizzes/attendance points.

5.0
1.0
PSY378
Jun 23, 2016
Would take again

If you're looking for an easy class, here it is. Read the book and the exams are a breeze. I honestly don't know why other reviewers complained about the difficulty, as there was absolutely none.

2.0
2.0
PSY115
Grade: B
Sep 29, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Very monotone. Easy to fall asleep trying to listen or pay attention.

LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
2.0
PSY115
Grade: A
Nov 2, 2017
Would take again

This was my favorite course I've ever taken. He had engaging lectures &was always willing to help if you asked for it. You have a quiz every Monday on a chapter from the textbook and his lecture which are easy. He drops 2 & you can miss 6 classes without penalty. You can get 60 extra credit points & the final is basically just extra credit.

Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
PSY115
Grade: A
Nov 30, 2017
Would take again

He is a great professor as long as you show up to class and skim over textbook before each quiz and do the one paper in the class you will pass with flying colors. You honestly dont have to give it your best effort to fail this class. theres 160 point s just in extra credit that you can earn in the class. One of my favorite professors of all time

Clear grading criteria
TEST HEAVY
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
3.0
PSY115
Grade: A
Dec 16, 2017
Would take again

Ill never forget the day Protolipac made a reference to Biggie Smalls. Besides the fact that hes quite humorous, his lectures were always interesting and he also gives a bunch of extra credit.

Hilarious
Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
PSY115
Apr 8, 2018
Would take again

I took his intro to psychology class that was co-taught. The other professor sucked, but Dr. Protolipac was the absolute best. I looked forward to the classes he taught, his lectures are very interesting and he offers a ton of extra credit

Respected
Hilarious
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
3.0
PSY378
Grade: A
May 9, 2018
Would take again

I took his online course and it was pretty good. There were quizzes online throughout the semester and 2 papers. The first paper, he gave a very useful feedback for you to apply onto your second paper. If you consider his suggestions then you will do well on the final paper. Awesome, would recommend.

Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
4.0
3.0
PSY115
Oct 26, 2018
Would take again

Has great lectures. Cares about students understanding the content in each chapter. Quizzes are every Monday.

Respected
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
PSY115
Grade: A+
Dec 14, 2018
Would take again

Amazing professor! His lectures are easy to follow. The entire course was pretty much extra credit opportunities and quizzes once a week. If you understood the lecture, quizzes were easy.

Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
2.0
PSY115
Grade: A
Jan 4, 2019
Would take again

There's a quiz made up of 12 questions every Monday on Top Hat, he drops 2 of your lowest scores. Make sure to attend class, you have 6 excused days use them wisely and take advantage of the extra credit. There aren't any test, only a final exam that is optional and considered extra credit. I loved this class, the lectures were interesting.

Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
1.0
PSY115
Grade: A+
Jan 9, 2019
Would take again

Easy to follow lectures, makes the class enjoyable by using many personal examples. 12 question partner quizzes every Monday but are very simple if you pay attention to the lectures. Final exam is optional and completely all extra credit. Tons of extra credit opportunities. No homework. Very nice guy. Highly recommend.

Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
PSY378
Grade: A
Jun 3, 2019
Would take again

Easy class, and everything was open from the beginning of the semester, so I finished the whole course by February, which was great. Enjoyed his tests, as they weren't too long, and were straight forward and to the point. Would recommend.

Accessible outside class
Graded by few things
5.0
1.0
PSY329
Aug 12, 2020
Would take again

He was a really chill teacher and grades easily. There was 2 exams (200 pts), 1 research paper (100 pts), and a handful of small assignments like 2 dream journals, a sleep test, a sleep journal, and optional 20 pts extra credit. It was a fun and easier class but he isn't very clear on instructions and it's hard to get an email reply from him.

EXTRA CREDIT
Get ready to read
Graded by few things
5.0
3.0
PSY115
Grade: A
Feb 11, 2022
Would take again

Wonderful professor. Daren is always helpful and gives great feedback on assignments. He is the best professor I have had (and I've had a lot). He teaches so you actually understand the content and takes time explaining and making sure everyone has enough time. If every professor was like Dr. Protolipac, college would be so much better!

Gives good feedback
Respected
Inspirational
4.0
2.0
115
Grade: B+
May 17, 2022
Would take again

I really liked how lenient Dr. Protolipac was. The class is very easy with weekly online homework and 6 exams, no final. the exams are scenario based. Overall, a pretty good class

EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
4.0
2.0
PSY
Grade: A
Oct 24, 2022
Would take again

I have taken three classes with this professor and have not been disappointed yet. He was a bit hard to reach at first but, that is only due to the tags he puts on his email. If you don't subject it right it won't get to him. His classes were fun and he gives plenty of work time for homework, even his asynchronous classes were great.

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
Caring
5.0
3.0
INTROTOPSYCH
Dec 1, 2023
Would take again

I found myself not doing good, so I asked Professor Protolipac what resources I could find online to help me out. he was incredibly helpful!! he gave me great recommendations! He offers lots of extra credit. Make sure to read your text and review ALL study notes he gives out. His tests material isnt only from lecture!

EXTRA CREDIT
Gives good feedback
Lecture heavy
5.0
2.0
INTROTOPSYCH
Grade: A+
Dec 14, 2023
Would take again

Very easy class. LOTS of extra credit opportunities and tests were insanely easy too. It would be hard to get a bad grade in this class. He was also very good at contacting about questions and was a very nice person. Most material was on quizlet too.

EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
115
Grade: A
Dec 20, 2023
Would take again

I really enjoyed this class! There was a lot of hw compared to some professors who just assign a few exams and a final but I found the hw to be easy and super interesting. LOTS of extra credit too. I also really appreciated the feedback I received from Prof Protolipac on the final essay exam. I would 100% take this class again!

EXTRA CREDIT
Lots of homework
5.0
2.0
PSY115
Grade: A+
Jan 18, 2024
Would take again

all of the assignemnts and the textbooks are online. super nice professor

EXTRA CREDIT
Caring
5.0
1.0
PSY115
Grade: A
Dec 13, 2024
Would take again

this professor is so nice. the class is insanely easy, there are assignments every Wednesday, and a lab due every other friday. Every other Friday there is a test online, and the Fridays in between are personal life labs that take maybe 15 min max, and walk you through everything. This class was very educational but also super easy.

EXTRA CREDIT
Lecture heavy
Online Savvy
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

53%

Textbook Required

17%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

A-

95% confidence
Based on 21 grades
Most common grades:
A (12)
A+ (5)
B+ (2)
Grade Distribution
A(17)B(1)C(1)D(0)F(0)A-/B+(2)
Based on 22 reported grades
A: 12
A+: 5
B+: 2
C-: 1
Common Tags
EXTRA CREDIT (14)
Clear grading criteria (8)
Amazing lectures (4)
LECTURE HEAVY (3)
Respected (3)
Gives good feedback (3)
Hilarious (2)
Get ready to read (2)
Rating Trend

Stable

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Ratings by Course

PSYCHOLOGY115

5.0

(1)

PSYCH378

5.0

(1)

INTROPSY

5.0

(1)

PSY101

5.0

(1)

PSY116

5.0

(1)
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Difficulty by Course

378

4.0

PSY384

4.0

PSY360

3.5

115

3.0

460

2.5

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