3.5

David Froc

Psychology - Kwantlen Polytechnic University - Surrey

3.5
Quality
3.1
Difficulty
42%
Would Retake
129
Reviews
3.5
Quality
3.1
Difficulty
3.4
Helpful
3.5
Clarity

42%

Would Retake

129

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Rating Distribution
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What Students Say

I got a bad grade on a test so I e-mailed him to help me improve and go over the exam

PSYCH2300 - 2.0 rating

His test are extremely difficult

PSYCH2300 - 1.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

55%

Textbook Required

0%

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Based on 33 reported grades
A+: 7
A: 5
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A-: 3
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Reviews (129)
5.0
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PSYC1100
Sep 11, 2004

No Comments

5.0
3.0
PSYC1100
Sep 16, 2004

easy,ask alot of questions, nice teacher

3.0
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PSYC1100
Grade: A+
Sep 17, 2004

No Comments

5.0
2.0
PSYCH1100
Sep 20, 2004

Froc seems like a good guy, sounds like he knows what he's talking about, havent really had him for very long though. I rate him good because I think he's a douglas adams fan.

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PSYCH1100
Sep 21, 2004

An alright prof. Good class if you are used to listening to a lecture all class. Very nice and jokes all the time although half the time they aren't even funny.People laugh anyways. Lastly.. what can i say.. hes pretty darn cute. I wonder if he's married

5.0
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PSYCH1100
Sep 21, 2004

yeah Mr. Froc!!!! <--- this guy explains stuff!

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PSYCH
Sep 22, 2004

You guys are haters Froc is a P.I.M.P. the course is awesome. If you want to do well just study. Shout outs to the back row boys in 1100

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PSYCH1100
Sep 23, 2004

DO NOT TAKE THIS CLASS! its an ARTS class but this guy puts all his examples in equation form like its a math class or sumthin'. unless u wanna fail psych do not choose him. he likes belittling u n making u feel stupid. he just doesnt care.

4.0
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PSYC
Sep 26, 2004

nice guy, jokes extremely corny-but funny, some material is very confusing, slides are easy to get off internet but the format in which it prints out is difficult to study off of!!!!!!

2.0
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PSYCH1100
Sep 27, 2004

bad, bad, bad. any person i have talked to that has taken psych 1100 does not reckognize half the material he is teaching, so far atleast. midterm ridicously hard. everything is in his language. smart, difficult language.

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1100
Sep 28, 2004

No Comments

5.0
3.0
PYSCH1100
Sep 28, 2004

GREAT PROF..LOVE THE WAY HE TEACHES..HE KNOWS WHAT HES TALKING ABOUT AND MAKES SURE THE CLASS UNDERSTANDS THE WORK....

4.0
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PSYCH2315
Nov 12, 2004

He is an awesome instructor. He's obviously not accustomed to the college-underacheiving style, so be prepared to work for your mark. Dave definitely knows his stuff (he is actually a researcher, not a wannabe like most of our profs). HIGHLY RECOMMENDED but keep up.

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PSYCHOLOGY
Nov 16, 2004

Worst teacher EVER! His tests r killer and hes such a loser he comes on this site and reads what students say and threatens them. he actually had the balls to threaten us for writing a bad response. All i gotta say is DORK!

2.0
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PSYC1100
Nov 24, 2004

Pedagogical style could use some work, to be sure.

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1100
Nov 24, 2004

nice guy...seems to know what he is doing...but he spend way too much time talking about the biology aspect of the class...i know he is a neuroscientist...or something...but dont make us learn it

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3.0
PSYCH1100
Nov 24, 2004

I think hes a great prof. His tests arent that hard if you STUDY!!! I like the way he teaches and next semester i hope to get him for 2300. He is always there to talk in office hours and helps you out a lot if you put in the effort.

5.0
5.0
BIOPSYCHOLOGY
Grade: A
Dec 14, 2004

Tests are difficult if youre not into biology.

4.0
2.0
PSYC1100
Dec 27, 2004

Frocs the man. BOTTOM LINE

5.0
3.0
PSYC1100
Jan 2, 2005

pretty good teacher.. i would say the midterms were pretty hard but overall it was alright.. learned quite a bit.. the best thing was that there was no homework!!

5.0
2.0
PSYCH1100
Jan 3, 2005

froc did an awesome job teaching this class. he has a sense of humor and seems to relate well to the students. he's always around to help and is really good at explaining things. no homework, easy tests if you study, 1 paper. a bonus-all of his notes are on power point so you can just download them!

5.0
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PSYCH1200
Feb 1, 2005

Awesome teacher! He's really funny and he knows what he is talking about. Tests aren't hard, just study.

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PSYC1100
Mar 23, 2005

Hard to follow and condesending with his jokes and dry humour. Very arrogant and concerned only about his specialty in psycology: learning and memory. Not a good overview of psycology, but a good overview of neural psycology.

4.0
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PSYCH1100
Mar 25, 2005

Awesome proff. Very helpful and easy to understand. Knows what he is talking about!

5.0
2.0
PSYCH1200
Apr 7, 2005

Very awesome teacher.he knows what hes talking about. Always helping students as much as he can. tests are mcs and 5-7 short answers. if you read you'll get an awesome mark. very funny. a lot of jokes. loves to hear students opinions.

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1100
Apr 16, 2005

No Comments

5.0
3.0
PSYC1100
May 16, 2005

He rocks! The class was sooo interesting, and not very hard if you read the book and pay attention. He's very helpful and will try hard to make sure you do as well as possible. He's pretty funny too.

5.0
1.0
PSYC2300
Jun 28, 2005

Study the text and breeze thru his notes and get an A or higher

5.0
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PSYC2300
Grade: A-
Aug 11, 2005

Easy - 97% - (Side note: I am Mathematically INCLINED) Always read the chapters the day before or on the same day as the exams - Assignments are easy - Froc is great at explaining it and uses powerpoint so it's DLable - Just read the text and the test will be a breeze - Understanding the formulas is a good thing. Just plug and play

5.0
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STATS2300
Grade: A
Aug 13, 2005

Good teacher, really funny, and a fair marker. Not the easiest course, but if you know your stuff you will do well. Don't expect to get a good mark without studying. Do the problems in the text and you should do fine.

5.0
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PSYC1100
Nov 3, 2005

a great guy. very funny and easy going. notes are long, but printable! hes great for clarity! he goes over the difficult part of a lesson in a variety of ways, such as drawings, to ensure you understand it. midterms are a bit hard, but thats expected if you dont study!

5.0
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1100
Nov 15, 2005

cool guy loved his class

4.0
2.0
1100
Nov 16, 2005

He is really nice and always has funny stories that relate to the material. All his notes are on the computer, so it is to prepare for the class ahead of time. The material is tough is some chapters, just have to study hard and you'll get a good grade.

4.0
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PSYCH1100
Grade: B+
Nov 21, 2005

I definitely recommend David Froc as your next psych teacher. He tackles the topics we're learning from every angle so that it'll turn on the light for all of you. Of course, just like any other course, you'll have to study. Just as long as you know the material, you'll do fine. I love his stories!

1.0
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PSYC1100
Grade: C
Nov 30, 2005

killer term papers

5.0
2.0
PSYCH1100
Dec 4, 2005

Awesome teacher! because he actually TEACHES the material not just cockily presents it. Hilarious stories, great clarity and organization.No homework, just study for his midterms and he is very FAIR and cares about his students. He's smart but not stuck up and truly cool which is not what you can say about most teachers! hIGHLY recommended!!

5.0
2.0
PSYC1100
Dec 4, 2005

Total ex rock-star gone science guy. Really funny, really casual and he definitely knows what he's talking about, extremely fair with marks and tests. Awesome teacher.

5.0
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PSYCH1200
Grade: A
Dec 6, 2005

David Froc is an excellent prof, very humorous and interesting class. His tests are not super easy, but simply read the chapters and review notes and you will do fine. He always has bonus questions on exams, seems to love his job and cares for the students.

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PSYC2300
Dec 16, 2005

Amazing! I'm not sure why he doesn't have a higher rating than this. He makes the topics clear and he makes exams more relaxing than I ever thought possible. Hilarious too! It's nice to know a prof can actually have a sense of humour. Take him if you have the chance!

5.0
1.0
1100
Dec 27, 2005

funny, smart, good looking, oh its not lavalife...well anyways great teacher, 100%fair best bet for a prof!

5.0
2.0
BIOPSYC
Dec 28, 2005

He is one of the smartest teachers I've ever had and really knows his field. M/C is difficult but written is a breeze but he bumps the marks up if the class doesn't do well. Don't take him if you're a slacker, u have to work hard, to those who said he's a bad prof maybe you should OPEN the text book you bought and do something called READING.

4.0
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STATS2300
Jan 23, 2006

good times with the frocster

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PSYC2315
Jan 26, 2006

Let's just say that I have a giant crush on Froc after taking Biopsych. He is hilarious and makes the lectures interesting with his humor when the material might have otherwise been dry. He is a very fair marker and often changes his tests to up the class' average. He really cares about his students and I highly recommend him.

5.0
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PSYC2315
Feb 6, 2006

Froc is an awesome teacher! Really knows his stuff and is enthusiastic about it. The only reason ppl. would say his class is hard is IF they didn't study or pay attention in class. Granted, it's Biopsyc and not "spongy" material but if you try you'll do well. He's hilarious too, definate cool guy. There's not inner nerd here.

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PSYC101
Feb 28, 2006

he is horrible. he jumps from topic to topic with no relation in between. He also is not very helpful, he makes dumb jokes and he makes you print off 12 pages for notes instead of being able to write them all down because he flips the page wayy to quickly. NOT a good way to learn

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PSYC1100
Mar 14, 2006

7 ppl had to redo class because of him VERY BAD dont tak him such a boring class!

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PSYC
Mar 21, 2006

Does he even prepare for his lectures? Totally disorganized.

4.0
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PSYCH2300
Mar 21, 2006

his lectures are a bit disorganized but he makes the statistics fun and is totally available by email for help. he is very dedicated to helping the students, all you have to do is ask. really nice teacher. course is hard but if you read the textbook and do the practice questions, it's fine.

5.0
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PSYCH101
Apr 2, 2006

Excellent prof. He was very knowledgeable about what he was teaching and was ready to clarify anything. His bonus assignments made it easy to do well, and his tests were fair. Personally, I thought he was funny...

5.0
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PSYC2300
Apr 12, 2006

I loved this class with Froc. He is pretty funny and makes an effort to make the material relevant.

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PSYCH2300
Apr 12, 2006

One of the best professors at Kwantlen. I went into this class feeling mathematically challenged, and came out feeling very knowledgable. Not only is he a good teacher, but he really has a great sense of humour also. If you really want to learn STATS, this is the guy to take.

5.0
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PSYC2300
Apr 14, 2006

Awesome, awesome, awesome prof! The best! Very approachable, makes class fun and very, very fair marker. Book is great and very easy to understand and Froc makes it fun. If you have to take stats, take it with him. Practice before each test and there is no way you can get less than an 'A'.

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PSYCH1100
Apr 27, 2006

Very very fair...your mark will reflect your effort,funny, easy on the eyes, i wish every prof was this accurate!

5.0
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PSYC101
May 3, 2006

Awesome prof, he really tries to get you a good grade in his class, plenty of extra credit assignments. If you are easily offended by FUNNY people, don't take this class.

5.0
2.0
PSYC1100
Jul 25, 2006

Very funny and really knows his stuff. He is definitely approachable and gives you straight answers as to what he expects in your work. Makes an otherwise dull class entertaining and interesting. You can really tell he cares about what he is teaching.

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PSYC2300
Oct 4, 2006

sucks

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PSYC2300
Nov 4, 2006

I recommend this teacher. He gives lots of opportunity for bonus marks. And makes the lectures interesting (for stats). I never thought I could get an A in stats but i did! He's pretty nice to look at too.

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PSYC2315
Nov 9, 2006

really good teacher... very helpful

5.0
3.0
PSYCHSECT
Nov 24, 2006

can't wait to take him again

3.0
1.0
PSYCH1100
Nov 29, 2006

I dont know what everyone else is talking about but his class was soo easy. Got an A+. Just study the textbook and you'll be fine. Tests are straight forward. He even adjusted the whole class' marks up 10 % cause he thought the test was too hard. Makes jokes that are hilarious. Take him if you can!

5.0
2.0
PSYCH1100
Dec 8, 2006

awesome teacher, makes iit interesting

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PSYC2315
Jul 17, 2007

The topics he teaches rn't typical psych - they're a math/physics/chem/bio combo, and they're hard to learn, and probly to teach. He's just a normal guy but what makes him a great teacher is that he'll answer all q's and help til u 'get' it. U have to study to pass. He's more available in class than out, so use your class time for all you can get.

3.0
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PSYCH2315
Nov 7, 2008

Fairly easy to understand but impossible to track down outside of class, I figure since he got us to buy the Kalat textbook for this year i might do beter on the test if hes questions were not drawn directly from the Pinel textbook. Does make the lecture intresting :)

3.0
1.0
BIOPSYC
Nov 13, 2008

Great guy and prof, but good luck if you need something outside of class time [unless booze is involved]. Don't take upper level with him unless you're good at it already [at least until he prioritizes his life a little better].

4.0
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PSYCH2315
Nov 14, 2008

I have mixed feelings about Froc. He has a great reputation and is a skilled teacher. His communication outside of class sucks. The amount of info you need to know for the tests is beyond reason, and he doesn't make it clear what we need to emphasize in our studies. He's a good teacher and I work hard, so why am I getting my worst grade ever?

4.0
2.0
PSYCH2315
Sep 16, 2009

Great style of teaching!!

1.0
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PSYCH2315
Nov 30, 2009

Not a great teacher. He talks to you as if you already know what you're talking about - which is frustrating because the reason why you're in the class is to learn. He may be a great researcher, but he does not have it together when teaching. Does not create his own lectures or tests - gets them from a bank. Hard to get a hold of outside of class.

3.0
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PSY1200
Dec 1, 2009

i took his course online and by no means pleased by this decision. Not only he takes forever to reply back but also doesn't take any late assignments which worth a lot. marking is great and tests sometimes include the questions like what percent of girls wanted to lose weight in the experiment .i actually felt that the course had no teacher.

4.0
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PSYCH1200
Dec 16, 2009

Awesome professor! Took him for psychology 1200 online and it was the best experience ever. He posts up slideshows and forums which make keeping on track a lot easier, his assignments are a little bit more tedious and you have to pay attention! He has three midterms, all multiple choice! You should definitely take him if you in need for more time.

3.0
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PSYC1200
Dec 22, 2009

Took him for an online class. Tests were very easy and all completed online. He gives three easy assignments in essay format, also submitted online. There are also weekly forums for participation marks. Fairly easy class, but he was very hard to contact because it takes him so long to respond through email.

5.0
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PSYCH2315
Jan 6, 2010

This is a really great professor! I mixed up the date for the final exam and missed it - but he let me write it anyway! His tests are easy if you pay even a little attention in class, and read the textbook. HINT: Use the website the textbook recommends - if you know those terms and Q's you'll ace the MC on the test.

2.0
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PSYCH1100
Feb 12, 2010

He doesn't seem to be too involved in teaching. Many people send him e-mails about huge papers due and never hear anything back for almost a week. Too much waiting and wondering. Unless you've taken this course before and got a good mark in it, I wouldn't recommend this teacher.

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PSYC2315
Feb 18, 2010

Froc is a great teacher - it's fun to watch him translate our questions into how he thinks (brilliant science mind) & then translate back for us to understand. I took alot of notes during class, studied with friends, and got great marks. He just expects effort. No prof is available very much, so get used to it. His rat stories .... the best. :)

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PSYCDRUG
May 10, 2010

not a helpful prof, never reply email

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PSYC3320
Jul 29, 2010

Dr. Froc makes class really interesting. He has a lot of stories which help engage you at the topic at hand. I would recommend studying from the textbook a lot though. He is very hard to get a hold of, but if you are ok with that, then i would recommend taking a class with him.

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PSYCH2315
Nov 29, 2010

Froc came highly recommended to me but as of yet I am not seeing why. He is completely unavailable, doesn't answer emails about assignments. He didn't assign the paper until 2 weeks before it was due and gave VERY little instruction on what he wanted. Fun to listen to in class but extremely hard exams. 80 MC 12-15 SA/Essay questions.

4.0
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PSYCH2315
Dec 1, 2010

i dont know what you guys are talking about. Froc is awesome! he makes his class fun, and his tests arent soo bad. Obviously if you dont study youre not gonna do well.I wouldnt recommend him if youre a slacker, but otherwise.. take him! he's great, and he's hilarious!

2.0
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PSYC4315
Apr 20, 2011

Not bad...he is a very intelligent person but teacher? not so much. difficult class and not enough help from him. does not answer to emails.

5.0
2.0
PSYC4900
Nov 1, 2011

Has midterm(s), paper, participation and student talk, so good variety in the courses. Knows the material in and out, and is enthusiastic as a kid in a candy store about it. True, he is hard to reach by email. But just find out his schedule (he hangs around before and after classes for a while). He's in my top favs!

4.0
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PSYCH2315
Nov 23, 2011

Awesome prof, makes things so interesting and he is always making jokes. He is so smart and knows his stuff! He is very fair, but the class content is very difficult so be prepared to study. Has pop quizzes, so you do need to be prepared before class. Also did brain lab, people did really well, so can boost your mark there! One of fave profs!

4.0
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PSYC2315
Dec 18, 2011

Took his class for Brain and Behaviour.. he's fun makes the material much more interesting considering you are studying Bio and it's not easy for a lot of us to just know that stuff..he gives pop quizes which are created to HELP your mark and show you care about the class to stay up to date with readings which helps those less motivated.

5.0
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PSYCH2300
Apr 3, 2013

Awesome prof! Shows enthusiasm for course and does his best to simplify material. My class did poorly on a midterm and he took away some of the questions, bumping my grade up 14%. Said that he just wants us all to understand and pass the course. Has a great sense of humour and very approachable. I hate statistics, but he made the class enjoyable.

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4315
Apr 23, 2013

Took Dave for Neuroscience, after Brain & Behaviour. He's an amazing guy, with one hell of a brain, and yes, the class is going to be insanely hard: Be prepared to spend 70% of your time on it. A word of advice: Study your ass off, and ask every question you can to get him to clarify things, even if you think it's a stupid question.

5.0
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PSYC4315
Nov 13, 2013

Received A+ in Neuropsych and Neuroscience. Dave is a very good professor, however, the most important thing is that you ACTUALLY WANT to learn about biological psych. DO NOT take this as an elective, the material is hard if you are not interested. Tests are super fair and he is very generous with marking. Great prof, one of my favorites here.

5.0
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PSYCH2315
Jan 1, 2014

Best teacher ever!! Take any class you can with Froc, you won't regret it. The content may be challenging for those not strong in biology, but Froc does his best to make sure you understand the material. He'll emphasize what you should know (test worthy) and his exams are fair (MC and written). Interesting class with a funny guy :)TAKE FROC!!!

5.0
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PSYCH1200
Grade: B
Nov 26, 2014

A really great prof who is incredibly knowledgeable in the psychology department. He will go over material thoroughly and ensure you understand it. He is really funny and really down to earth. Very easy on the eyes too ;-)!

5.0
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PSYC1200
Grade: A+
Dec 9, 2014

He's easygoing and his lectures are great. He does homework online but you can do it as many times as you want to get a grade you like. His tests are completely multiple choice.

4.0
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PSYCH1200
Dec 20, 2014

David is honestly the best teacher I've had! I took him for 1200 and will take him again for 2300 and beyond. Yes the weekly quizzes he gives can be mind dumbing but he lets you do them as many times as you want to get a good mark. Classes never last 3 hours and all exams were multiple choice for 1200. If you get the chance take him :)

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PSYCH1100
Jan 14, 2015

David Froc is what made me decide to declare my major in Psychology. He is the best professor ever, and makes learning so much easier. TAKE HIM! YOU WILL NOT REGRET IT!

4.0
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PSYCH1100
Grade: A-
Apr 14, 2015

Mr. Froc is hilarious and a good guy, but I would almost say his tests are too easy. He definitely delivers the course well and is engaging, but it's very easy to a get a good mark.

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4315
Jun 8, 2015

The course was hard to begin with if biopsyc is not your interest. The exams are tough and he doesn't really nail down what he expects us to give on the exams. Avoid taking this course if you can

5.0
3.0
PSYC2315
Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 28, 2015

The course subject matter is really difficult to begin with, but he makes it super enjoyable to be in class! He's funny and gives amazing analogies that help you remember things. His tests aren't too bad, considering how hard the subject matter is. You have to take Psych 2315 anyway, take it with someone who makes it fun!

2.0
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PSYCH2300
Grade: Rather not say
Nov 6, 2015

Well, I had froc for my Psych 2300 statistics. I got a bad grade on a test so I e-mailed him to help me improve and go over the exam. I put a read receipt on the e-mail, he read it and never replied. the next class he completely ignored me and never made eye contact. I ended up failing...

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PSY2315
Nov 23, 2015

He seems to enjoy the subject he teaches; however, he is not very clear during lectures especially if you're background of studies is not in sciences. He doesn't show grades within a reasonable time, hence it's hard to keep track of your marks

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PSYCH2300
Nov 24, 2015

Would not recommend. Tests are extremely difficult and are nothing like the assignments you do online.

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PSYC2315
Nov 27, 2015

My advice: READ THE TEXTBOOK. At first the lecture content felt a bit unclear and I had trouble following and making connections within the material, then I read the chapters I noticed how closely organized Froc's lectures match the text. He drops hints about important exam q's, always pay attention and stay alert. He's awesome and super funny too!

1.0
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PSYC2315
Grade: D
Dec 5, 2015

Froc seemed to make everything more confusing, myself and several other students in the class would understand by reading the book but as soon as he explained it we were left confused. His tests are really hard, there are knowledge checks which he left until the last few weeks of class. Many people in my class are retaking.

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PSYCH2315
Dec 13, 2015

Do not take him unless you absolutely have no other option. You basically have to teach yourself everything because he is so unclear. The multiple choice section of his test is extremely tricky and all from the textbook. Most the material on the multiple choice section isn't taught in class. The short answer is all from the lectures. Don't take him

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PSYCH2300
Dec 13, 2015

His test are extremely difficult. The material he tests you on isn't even taught in class or on the online assignments. The average for the class was so low that he made our final only short answer which is still hard. Stats is supposed to be straightforward but he made it so confusing. Try to take it with someone else!

4.0
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PSYC2315
Grade: A+
Dec 20, 2015

David Froc is a very funny and wise prof. He does his best to explain the course material in a way that the students can easily understand, but keep in mind that this course is very detailed and tough. Obviously people who don't study or care to read the textbook , will definitely not get an A. If you put in the work, you will get a good mark.

4.0
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PSYC2315
Grade: A+
Dec 27, 2015

David Froc is a great teacher and a great guy. Very interesting to listen to. He's always willing to help if you ask for it. The course itself is on complex phenomena, so of course you have to study the material and the textbook in order to understand the concepts and to get a good grade. I would take a class with him again any day!

4.0
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PSYC2315
Grade: B+
Jan 22, 2016

Froc isn't a bad teacher. His tests can be tough, and you have to use critical thinking to determine what should be the right answer. I did enjoy the class, and as long as you have a good work ethic you should get a decent grade (B). He seems like a genuinely nice guy who does care, and didn't give us a paper for the class. He offers bonuses too.

4.0
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PSYC2300
Grade: A+
Jan 22, 2016

Take stats with him- you won't regret it. I'm okay at math, and I did really well in his class. I did have to read a lot before class and try to mentally absorb it, but he goes over things well in his lectures. He's always available for questions and he wants you to have a good experience with stats and doesn't pick on his students. Tests were good

5.0
3.0
PSYC2315
Grade: A+
Jun 24, 2016
Would take again

Recommend this teacher. He was hilarious and engaging. He worked hard to make sure we knew everything and took care to teach at our pace. Very approachable also. Brain&Behaviour is a hard class no matter who u take it with (I took it twice, once with Robert) but u can tell David actually cares if u learn and will take the time to make it possible.

2.0
4.0
PSYC2300
Grade: C
Nov 23, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Nice guy, but not a fan of him as a teacher at all. Was never once on time to class, missed classes (he did email day before). I had to get a tutor just to pass the class. Would not recommend taking stats with him.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
TEST HEAVY
5.0
4.0
PSYC2315
Grade: A-
Dec 2, 2016
Would take again

Awesome prof. Really hard course.

5.0
4.0
PSYC2300
Dec 8, 2016
Would take again

Doctor David John Froc is hard in more ways than one. His tests are hard, and his work is hard, but it's all worth it in the end. He's a good "profes" as you kids would say.

Inspirational
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
3.0
PSYC2335
Dec 10, 2016
Would take again

Amazing prof. Great sense of humour. Biopsychology is not an easy course at all, but he does very good in explaining what we are learning. Class consisted of 3 exams and comprehension checks work 15%. Comprehension checks are really basic. He gives students room for bonus marks.

Respected
TEST HEAVY
Caring
3.0
1.0
PSYC1100
Grade: B
Dec 17, 2016
Would take again

At first he seemed rude, uncomfortable, and lazy. After a few classes he showed progress and took more interest in teaching and engaging with the students, lecture, and material.

Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
1.0
4.0
PSYC1100
Apr 22, 2017
Wouldn't take again

NEVER TAKE HIS ONLINE CLASS!! If you don't see him as much, he will ignore your emails. Not only that, he doesn't HELP a struggling student. He doesn't even CARE for his online students!! What kind of professor is that? I recommend you to take another class. His class is not worth the trouble.

Get ready to read
3.0
4.0
PSYC2315
Apr 26, 2017
Wouldn't take again

He's a lay back prof that gives his students extra % marks by giving us more opportunity to work harder to get a better grade. Don't expect him to respond to emails consistently or being in office hours all the time. Comprehension checks are at random. His exams are hard, this course in general is tough. Just gotta work hard.

Tough Grader
Get ready to read
LECTURE HEAVY
4.0
3.0
PSYC1100
Grade: A+
Jun 2, 2017
Would take again

Was a good psychology prof., read the textbook, and participating in class makes it more fun. He's funny and easy, just listen.

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
1.0
1.0
PSYC1100
Nov 12, 2018
Wouldn't take again

David Froc is really funny and extremely disorganized. Every class is a lecture but when it come to the mid-terms the information is pretty different. Though, he usually does online exams for students and gives several days for you to have a chance to pick one of the days given and complete it. His moodle site is confusing and he is forgetful.

Respected
Hilarious
3.0
4.0
PSYCH2300
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 13, 2018
Would take again

He is such a nice person and tries to lighten up a room. I took Stats with this professor and he does make the class laugh. I cried a little bit studying for this course though lol. The final exam was too rushed and the lecture and textbook are quite different besides the formulas.

Tough Grader
TEST HEAVY
LECTURE HEAVY
3.0
1.0
PSYC1200
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 15, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Dr. Froc was okay. Class is easy and he know's what's he's talking about, just that his methods of teaching don't work that great for me. It's definitely an easy class to pass. He jokes around a lot, and some jokes are pretty funny. However, there were days when I left class realizing all I've learnt was a new joke. he takes ages to grade MC exams

Hilarious
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
1.0
PSYC1100
Grade: A
Nov 29, 2019
Would take again

He's an amazing guy, he knows what he's talking about, although most of the class is taken talking about biopsychology, the class is fun and usually doesn't last the full 3 hours, 3 online tests, 1 assignment, very straight forward, would highly recommend.

2.0
4.0
PSYC2300
Dec 1, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Incredibly disorganized, a hard marker and barely actually teaches. Bumped everyone up 10% on our exam. Exam was 4 written questions (2pgs each) and worth 30 percent of our grade. Can't wait to be done with this course. On the bright side he let's you out early every class because he doesnt actually teach.

Tough grader
2.0
3.0
PSYCH3320
Grade: B
Mar 28, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Very disorganized prof, but willing to work with the class to make changes to help everyone. If you talk to him he will help you on all of the test reviews, paper, and presentation. He gives heavy detailed lectures that were hard, but if you and other class mates speak up he is willing to slow down or make changes to how things are done.

Hilarious
Lecture heavy
2.0
4.0
PSYC3320
Nov 10, 2020
Would take again

I've had him for online classes (Covid) and I have yet to have him come to his office hours on BBB. He takes about a week to get back via emails (if at all) and is not active on the moodle chat/forums at all. Very frustrating. He gives two tests, 30% each and 3 questions (20 pts per question) + bonus. Over all, OK prof.

Respected
Graded by few things
Test heavy
1.0
4.0
PSYC1200
Mar 17, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Took his class before Covid. He had way too much information in his lecture slides to write down and didn't post them on Moodle. His class wasn't interesting at all and he wasn't a very nice person. He didn't respect student's opinions if they didn't match his own and he sometimes showed up late. I wouldn't recommend him.

2.0
5.0
PSYC3320
Nov 25, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Had him for 2 classes and I will never take another class with him again. He's a funny guy and has a great personality but is very disorganized and expects so much from you. His lectures were hard to follow as they had so much information. I highly recommend that you don't take his classes if you wanted to do well.

Lecture heavy
4.0
5.0
PSY2315
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 7, 2022

I had this class online, which Dr.Froc was nice enough to do for us due to Covid. The class consisted of three exams and one brain lab. The exams are usually 20-40 multiple choice with written worth 12-15. Dr.Froc is extremely nice and very responsive. However the course material is a lot. Slides are loaded with to much information. Good luck

Get ready to read
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
4.0
2.0
PSYC4315
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 13, 2022
Would take again

A wonderful professor. He did post his lectures a little late and did not explain things on the criteria quite well, but if you would ask him to clarify he would go above and beyond to help. Also, pushed exams and papers back which allowed students to have enough time to study and get the help they need. Overall, his empathy towards students shows!

Caring
5.0
2.0
4315
Grade: A
May 5, 2022
Would take again

we adore him

EXTRA CREDIT
Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
1.0
5.0
PSYC3320
Mar 26, 2024

only long answer question exams closed book. Looks for very specific answers. No clear grading criteria. Takes around 2 weeks to respond to emails. Overall unclear.

Tough grader
Test heavy
Graded by few things
1.0
5.0
PSYC4315
Grade: F
Apr 12, 2024

Zero communication skills. Takes 4-5 days to reply back. Lectures are a mess. Sits theres and makes us asks questions instead of teaching. Hard maker. Not organized with the course outline!!

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
PSYC3320
Grade: C-
Apr 17, 2024

Not one email was answered, exams were just slapped with a mark. I have never received marks so low in my life and I studied very intensely. I did not laugh at his jokes and I paid for it.

Tough grader
1.0
5.0
PSYC3320
Grade: C+
Apr 17, 2024

One of the worst professor I have ever take. He never replies to your emails you will be waiting for weeks for a response, don't expect him to teach you .. you are teaching yourself. Doesn't post students material on time and jeopardizing your overall grade with his lack of organization. Don't take his class your GPA will suffer.

3.0
4.0
PSYC3320
Grade: C+
Dec 3, 2024

Not the best professor, but could be worse. Tough grading and lack of communication, but his lectures are somewhat helpful if you stay engaged. unstuck study was a lifesaver for me - use it for exam prep to make up for the unclear expectations.

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