3.6

David Lott

Sociology - College of Southern Nevada (all campuses)

3.6
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2.6
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86%
Would Retake
129
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86%

Would Retake

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Great class and I learned a lot

SOC101 - 5.0 rating

I've had some bad teachers but he is the worst

SOC101 - 1.0 rating
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23%

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Reviews (129)
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SOC101
Apr 19, 2007

SOOOOOOOOOO BORINGGGG!!! he knows his stuff, but ya....he is boring.

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SOC101
Apr 26, 2007

Professor Lott is an ok teacher. i'm kinda sleepy in his class because of his sometimes monotone voice. if your gonna take lott, exams would be easy. the exam's questions are taken directly from the book. just read the book and you'll survive.

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SOC101
Jun 26, 2007

he is soooooooooooooooooooo boring i slept in his class everyday. All he does is lecture as long as you read the book youll be fine

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SOC101
Jul 26, 2007

He is an extremely boring lecturer. Participation is not really an option. Overall, class was a drag but easy. Read the book and you will pass without even trying.

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SOC101
Oct 10, 2007

He's ok, just that he talks too much. even when it's time to go, he'll talk five more minutes until you're dismissed. all u have to do is read the book, take notes, and attend class.

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SOC101
Nov 23, 2007

Lott is awesome! I absolutely love this class! If you are looking to take a course where the teacher is all about relativity and subjectivity--don't take his course. He is a strong historical comparative based professor and will teach in that manner. He has facts, which might upset some people, but he is not about subjectivity.

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SOC101
Nov 30, 2007

great teacher. very passionate about subject material. though he'll keep u after a lil longer than expected he's a good teacher. just study 4 tha tests n theirs no way u can fail.

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SOC101
May 7, 2008

he is extremely boring, o tried not to sleep in class, all he does is lecture, although there is no homework i feel that if there was homework or class work maybe i wouldve understood the material... but keep in mind he is EXTREMELY BORING

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SOC101
May 12, 2008

this was my favorite class!!! i had no interest in sociology prior to taking this class, but ended up being really interesting!! he lectures the entire time, but for some reason i was able to hold on to everything he said. you dont have very many assignments, and he grades fairly easy. i would take his class again just to pick up anything i missed!

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SOC101
May 16, 2008

Extremely easy class. You have to be an idiot or plain lazy to fail. Just pay attention and you will do fine. Every exam question is from his lectures or sometimes the book. He lectures all day, but is very passionate and knowledgable about what he is saying and KNOWS what he's talking about. I recommend him to any and everyone!

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SOC101
Aug 21, 2008

The idea that anyone failed this class is mind-boggling. Very light reading load, one paper and a smattering of non-cumulative exams and assignments. Sociology is an inherently political discipline; he falls on the far left of the spectrum. If you want a broader base you'll have to do your own reading or take another instructor.

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SOC101
Oct 3, 2008

This instructor contradicts everything you have ever been taught about anything. His anti-establishment views are quite prevolent, and verge on fanatical. When he goes off on a rant, the class just sort of sits there. Mostly we watched movies, and wrote 2 papers. I did not read assigned text at all, and still got an A. Nice guy, though.

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SOC1100
Nov 7, 2008

Best teacher ever.

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SOC101
Nov 25, 2008

This teacher is brilliant he knows what he is talking about and you will love Sociology after you take this class. He will teach you a perspective you've most likely never considered, and you will leave his class more aware and opinionated every time.

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SOC101
Nov 29, 2008

Although Dr. Lott uses the full allotted time and some... his lectures are clear and on topic. Making it a point to read the book prior to class also helps to understand him but if you slack, his lectures stand on their own and do not rely on the student being 'prepared'

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HIST222
Mar 24, 2009

he is way to rushed and doesnt answer questions

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SOC101
Apr 14, 2009

Professor Lott is very compassionate and knowledgable about what he teaches. He is not strict very laid back.The beginning of the semester he provides the foundation of Soc. Read the material and listen. 3 tests Multiple choice T/F. 2 projects & no quizes. He goes over the time by a few min. Very informative class

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SOC101
Apr 22, 2009

He is very passionate. Work is very easy. The class is awesome and his class made me very interested in Sociology. BUT this guys is as left as they come and he makes that well known. He is very anti-establishment like said before, he's damn near socilist.

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SOC101
Apr 28, 2009

Horrible!! You may as well be taking an online course. He has you read out of the book the entire semester, you take your own notes and he lectures the entire class. I do NOT recommend him.

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SOC101
Apr 29, 2009

Lott is extremely passionate about his subject and is a great teacher, but the hard part is really buckling down and not wandering off into la-la-land during his somewhat repetitive lectures. It's a fairly easy class: 4 exams, 2 projects, no quizzes, minimal notes. If you have a hard time paying attention, I DO NOT recommend this class.

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SOC101
May 6, 2009

I took this class as an elective, but left in fear of becoming bored to death. He lectures the entire class and rushes through it all. I could hardly pay attention to him other than to the nasty spit gathering around his mouth. I do not recommend him.

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SOC101
May 8, 2009

Oh my god, his class is so boring. I mean hes a nice guy and his class is easy, but sitting in his class feels like a lifetime. He rambles ON AND ON, theres no end. If you can't pay attention to just lectures, dont take this.

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SOC101
May 19, 2009

Professor Lott is very passionate and approachable person.His very knowledgeable in the subject matter, and imparted the lesson very well to the students.I like the way he teaches coz there are certain reviews before moving to other topics. For me, it's good coz certain repetions and rehersals will lead to mastery.I learned alot from him/his class!

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SOC101
May 24, 2009

Very intelligent professor!Knew what's his talking about/subject matter was very clear.Answered questions to the students.Approachable!Although he talked a lot, but it was very informative, well supportive facts!I learned a lot from his class/I liked his personality as a teacher. His the best Professor I ever had! I loved his class so much........

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SOC101
May 26, 2009

Great Prof and easy class. He does talk a lot but if you learn from lectures everything you need to know will be in the lecture. He will help you if you ask for it and is willing to work with you if you have a problem. I would take his class again.

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SOC101
Jul 6, 2009

He is not a good teacher. He is very boring and makes you want to leave the class! i dropped this class because i knew i would not pass. He is a nice teacher but his class is very boring and not fun at all.

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SOC101
Oct 7, 2009

David is a great, informative teacher. I enjoyed his class because it really made you think about our society. It is pretty dull at times, but if you like lectures that are interesting then you'll like this class. We watched a couple movies and he demostrates difficult concepts very well. I got an A in this class, tests are based on lectures.

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SOC101
Nov 21, 2009

Dr. Lott is great. he is a little boring and repeats hmself a lot. overall he gives a lot of information.He gives you 150 points just for showing up to class everyday. There are only three test for the whole semester and the answers are mostly in his lecture and in the book.

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SOC101
Nov 25, 2009

interesting

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SOC101
Nov 25, 2009

what a nice guy

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SOC101
Dec 12, 2009

If any of you actually have a brain and are free critical thinkers you'll enjoy and become more enriched by taking this class! He is an amazing teacher! If your ignorant and like to sleep in class, then sleep your life away somewhere else. Test are easy if you study. Three exams, a book report, and a research project. Passionate teacher!

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SOC101
Dec 28, 2009

He's an okay teacher. Three exams, a book report. His class is mostly lecture and useless. Boring professor, will never take him again!!

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SOC101
Dec 28, 2009

He is a very informative and passionate teacher. Thanks to his lectures, I am able to view our society in a different eye. He may be very boring to others, but I found the majority of his class quite fascinating. As long as you take notes and do the readings, you'll be fine.

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SOC101
Mar 19, 2010

Very boring. Rambles a lot. Difficult exams.

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SOC222
Apr 6, 2010

terrible teacher he ignores students questions, keeps us over time, and he rambles alot.

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SOC222
Apr 8, 2010

Overall a good professor. He doesn't take many questions during class, but is more than willing to talk after class. Some complain that he is opinionated and can't back up his opinions. But all of his opinions are based on statistical analysis and understandings of the structure of society.

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SOC101
Apr 15, 2010

his class does have a tendency to be a bit dry and boring.i never read the book and got an a+. his exams arent hard at all.the book report was a little difficult to write and understand but i lived.you do get to watch some interesting movies.just pay close attention to his lectures and youll pass.

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SOC101
Apr 19, 2010

I learned a lot in this class. Bit slow start, but it gets very exciting. He has interesting stories. Lazy students who cannot get it or do NOT want to get it should not take this class.

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SOC101
May 3, 2010

Easy class. He's a nice guy, BUT very opinionated and will talk about his Socialist views almost every class. Some classes he would stand on his soap box the whole time. But pay attention and read the book and you will pass!

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SOC101
May 7, 2010

Great teacher, he knows what he's talking about. If you can handle the truth take his class you won't regret it. Lazy students stay away, his class is worth taking if you really want to learn something.

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SOC101
May 18, 2010

This class was very boring. Don't ask questions unless you want him to go on extremely long tangents. He is very passionate about what he teaches. He isn't very clear on what he wants on the essays. Drop the class if you don't like listening lectures Tests/quizzes are very easy. Class participation is not required.

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SOC101
Jun 11, 2010

David lott was an amazing professor! He was extemely helpful and very knowledgable. His opinions were expressed proffesionally and DID NOT try to force them upon anybody. I would def take lott again and tell any one I knew that has to take soc to take him! Awesome awesome awesome guy!!!

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SOC101
Aug 28, 2010

David Lott was a useless, biased, preacher! He disregards the three paradigms of sociology which are vital to understanding society, preaches about corruption in government and politicians, and is just a plain ****.

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SOC101
Oct 8, 2010

This class is extremely boring, he could have really made the best of it, but choose not to. He goes into obscurities often enough, that it makes most studens uninteresting and bored too death. Some students even fell asleep. I advised anyone, do not take this class.

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SOC101
Nov 13, 2010

HE TALKS A LOTT.

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SOC101
Nov 16, 2010

Sociology can be a fun and exciting subject. Professor Lott has found some way to KILL it. He is very passionate about his subject and wants no comments from his students. This class is pure lecture, 3 tests, and a very obscure 10 page research paper at the end. No offence intended, but I would not recommend him to anyone.

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SOC101
Nov 17, 2010

Lott is extremely knowledgable and passionate, very in depth. 3 exams and a research project: simple. Not recommended for those w/ short-attention span. He answers questions very thoroughly. Receptive and helpful. He does talk a LOTT, but you will become more perceptive of the world around you. You'll be smarter &learn interesting "conspiracies"

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SOC101
Nov 17, 2010

I found him to be very witty and humorous in his lectures. Lott's character is eccentric and a very intelligible appearance. "We are all slaves in the society. You'll realize that after you take Lott's class. Free thinkers MUST take this course. Be proactive and learn something! Lott is brilliant."

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SOC101
Nov 18, 2010

I've been going to CSN for 2 years now. I've had some bad teachers but he is the worst. I would not recommend taking his class. His tests are very difficult and if you ask for help he denies to give it to you. He will spend the first two months of class talking about the syllabus and what he talked about your first day. I am a hard working student and have no problem earning my grade. But professor Lott sets you up to fail in my opinion.

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SOC101
Jan 13, 2011

Not a class for people who can't sit through out a long lecture. He talks a lot and sometimes it's hard to understand what he is discussing. There is only 3 exams and a 10-page essay. If u want to pass the class you must complete the essay, attendance is also very important. I ended up with a "c"

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SOC101
May 17, 2011

Lott is passionate about his subject and it's evident in his lectures. He packs a ton of info into the semester, so be patient. Do the reading and come to lectures as they go hand in hand to be successful in his class. Be open minded. I love that my beliefs were challenged. I now understand the world from another perspective.

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SOC101
Sep 1, 2011

Dr. Lott is brilliant. Be patient, it may seem like he's moving slow but the principles in the beginning are critical to your success in this course. You'll end this course thinking critically and questioning everything you know. I LOVE Lott's open door policy during his office hours, where he is more than willing to provide additional help.

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SOC101
Sep 21, 2011

Lott has so much knowledge for Sociology and applies it well in class. When asked a question, he tends to take a long time to reply and sometimes gets off the subject. The textbook is the best way to pass the class. He is okay overall, but you need the textbook.

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SOC101
Oct 6, 2011

Terrible. If you want to be preached at instead of just learning basic Soc (hence the 101 class) take him. He gets off topic, and goes into rants about terrible corporate America. Way too intense for someone just trying to get through their gen ed req... I got a B just cause I read the book.

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SOC101
Nov 9, 2011

Really intense sunject. He seems to know a lot about sociology but everyone in class is always confused. He talks so much but only a little is understandable. I recommend this teacher to someone that already knows about sociology.

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SOC101
Dec 9, 2011

The worse professor ever! He will ignore you when you have a question and won't accept your opnion unless it matches his. I got an A only beacuse i red the book.

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SOC101
Dec 24, 2011

Hardest class I've ever taken! I did not understand anything that came out of his mouth and he doesn't answer questions. class consists of three 50 question exams and a 10 page essay that he says he wont even read! ridiculous!!! i had a 4.0 until his class. I got a D. take someone else!

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SOC298
May 17, 2012

This class is pretty tough. If you haven't taken SOC 101 DO NOT take this class. I had a really hard time comprehending because of that. He is a very intellectual professor and he knows his material. He isn't always clear when it comes to assignments and he talks fast without pauses. If you don't care at all about soc, take a different professor.

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SOC101
Jun 8, 2012

he just kept talking in one long incredibly unbroken sentence moving from topic to topic so that no one had a chance to interrupt him it was really quite hypnotic... :P

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SOC101
Sep 12, 2012

Super boring ,goes off topic a lot...

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SOC101
Oct 4, 2012

It took him an hour and 20 mins to go over ONE slide out of 15. He just rambles on about nonsense, barely retaining to soc 101. Doesn't answers questions, and when he does he's not very clear on a direct answer. HORRIBLE TEACHER TAKE SOMEONE ELSE! I wish i would have known about this site prior to picking classes. I picked some bad teachers.

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SOC101
Oct 8, 2012

Dr David Lott is by far the best teacher I've ever had. He is very knowledgeable and helpful. Many people say they have trouble with his class, it's simply because they don't care about the subject. He has changed the way I see our world and was a true inspiration to me.

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SOC101
Nov 29, 2012

I took Professor Lott's course in 2008 and I can honestly say he is one of the best professor's Ive ever had. He truly has a passion for his job and he gave me a complete perception about the world around me! His lectures are great, tons of aricles and videos pertaining to the class. Never a dull moment!

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SOC101
Dec 14, 2012

He doesn't take attendance and some people think he is boring but you must have an open mind. He is so smart and teaches into detail about sociology. Your mind will never be the same after you hear his lectures...he truly loves his subject. Really great class although most dropped out

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SOC101
Mar 26, 2013

It was a 101 class and he over-complicated it! He would go on and on about illegal immigrants but he did make some interesting points about different things when he didn't ramble. His passion for Sociology doesn't mix well with being a professor.

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SOC101
Apr 22, 2013

He is overly to passionate about sociologly and rambles on about nonsense, talks way to fast. He talks the whole lecture time and doesnt get the class involved with what he talks about. He is very boring at times. never again will I take his class.

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SOC101
Apr 26, 2013

his class is for students who wants to major in soc there is a essay due at the end of the semester,hard quizzes,boring text book that you must read to pass the class I personally wouldn't take his class his lectures are past boring he goes off topic literally the whole class overall wonderful guy though

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SOC101
Nov 1, 2013

He rants 90% during the class, good luck in asking questions. He constantly goes off course on the class and rambles, he constantly has to tell you he has a degree so you have to believe everything that comes out of his mouth. Don't expect to get out of class on time because the last 10 mins and over time he finally goes over the class study.

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SOC101
Nov 15, 2013

If you read the book you will do fine, it is terribly boring!!! all he does is talk for from beginning to end does not engage with the class what so ever! i literally do not show up to class only read text book and you'll be set

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SOC
Nov 27, 2013

HORRIBLE Teacher ! He Falls Off Topic TOO Many Times ! You'll Recieve No Help ! His Leactures Are Boring. Don't Take His Class ! It Will Drop Your GPA ! To Survive In The Class Is To Just Read The Book. He Doesn't Take Attendance Nor Extra Credit Or Make Up ! Just Bad Teacher ! I Recommend You Not To Take His Class. - Amen.

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SOC101
Dec 4, 2013

Excellent professor,he knows what he is talking about and goes over the material accurately. As long as you keep up with readings, you'll do good in his class.

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SOC101
Jan 16, 2014

All I can say is that this gentleman is RADICAL

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SOC101
Apr 26, 2014

DO NOT TAKE THIS GUY HE WILL DROP YOUR GPA HE GIVES TO MUCH WORK OVER WEEKENDS HE TALKS THE WHOLE CLASS TIME AND FALLS OFF TOPIC ALL THE TIME HE WILL NOT TALK ABOUT NOTHING THAT WILL BE ON THE TEST YOU WILL FALL ASLEEP EVERYTIME YOU ARE IN HIS CLASS VERY CONFUSING HE WILL NEVER AND I MEAN NEVER ANSWER NONE OF YOUR QUESTIONS!!!!!

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SOC101
May 14, 2014

Class was easy. As long as you do the readings every week and attend class you should not have a problem with the tests. He is very passionate about this subject. Made me want to take SOC102. GREAT class!

5.0
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SOC207
May 20, 2014

Very informative, more youth need to be in his class to stretch their minds however, Dr Lott is awesome and if h had more classes I would attend, surprising;y hes not an activist for he would be a bad son of a gun.

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SOC101
Jul 8, 2014

Lott loves Soc. I do not understand why ppl think he will teach the brighter side of it. He teaches the darker side of it and was trying to get us students to open our minds to the darker side of life. I recommend him, he does speak a lot, text book is extra and his assignments go along with what he teaches, if your willing to learn.

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SOC101
Aug 5, 2014

No group project. No quiz. Interesting lecture. Loved it.

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SOC101
Sep 16, 2014

Super easy class. But he babbles. He had the first two weeks of school talking about how to log in to canvas. And as im rating him im sitting in his class right now and we''re supposed to review for our first exam. But he chooses TODAY to lecture. He does this jeopardy powerpoint and we only opened 7 boxes total within an hour and 20 minutes.

3.0
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SOC101
Grade: A
Dec 29, 2014

If you are lazy and don't want to read then do not take this class. All of the exams are based off of 4-5 chapters of the entire book, and what he teaches in class has nothing to do with any of them. However, if you read the book and do all of the weekly assignments then you should be fine.

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SOC101
Grade: A
Oct 9, 2015

David Lott in my opinion is the best professor Ive come across to this day. You could tell by the tone of his voice during his lectures that hes really committed to what he teaches. Easy class, inspirational, and very informative. His class is really easy as long you read the chapters and do the weekly writing assignments you'll be fine.

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SOC102
Dec 28, 2015

You do need the text book to pass. Yes he does talk.. A lot BUT he is passionate and honestly the smartest professor I've had.

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SOC101
Grade: B
Jan 10, 2016

With very minimal effort I received a solid B. Long lectures but worth going to as they help with exams. Weekly page long study guide assignments that take maybe 15 min to complete if you rush through it. Very funny during lecture and makes you think about what's going on in the world around you. 1 pt towards exam per day of lecture attendance.

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SOC101
Grade: A
Apr 6, 2016

Prof. Lott's class is very interesting, he's very passionate about SOC, rambles a bit, but makes very good points. Do the chapter assignments every week and show up for class to get the extra points that go towards the exam and you'll pass.

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SOC101
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 18, 2016

Want to pass? Do the study questions from the book (since they are homework assignments due every Sunday before 11:59pm) and take notes from the it. I literally fell asleep in his class before but he is a sweet man trying his best to make his lectures interesting and the tests are pretty difficult since you are not entirely sure what will be on it.

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SOC101
May 18, 2016

this teacher doesn't use powerpoints, he talks a lot, and some times you don't know what chapter his on if you want to pass this class find a friend to study with because you will be lost if you don't do the homework assignments or read the chapters yourself. His a nice a guy and tries his best.

3.0
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SOC101
Grade: A+
Jun 20, 2016
Would take again

Hey gave a fun class. You aren't required to show up, but everyday that you do attend count as E/C points on your next exam. If you chose to go every day you could get an entire letter grade above what you got. Lectures are hit and miss. Sometimes he will ramble on about something not discernibly pertinent, and others your mind will be blown!

4.0
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SOC101
Grade: A+
Nov 30, 2016
Would take again

Easy A, but very boring! Goes of on tangents a lot! He gives weekly HW assignments, which seems tedious, but I just did mine in class during lecture! They keep your grade up and cover each chapter, which helps you study for the tests! He also adds 1 point for each day you go to class, to every test. So you can go from a 82% to a 90% just by going!

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
LECTURE HEAVY
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2.0
SOC102
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 7, 2016
Would take again

This Professor is very straight forward. The grading is clear. Each week you have 1 assignment and 1 chapter. Each chapter is 30 pages long. In total, you have 4 exams. Many of which you can find the answers online. This is college, expect to do work in all your classes, not just this one. I would highly recommend him.

Tough Grader
Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
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SOC101
Grade: A
Dec 7, 2016
Would take again

He's a great teacher and provides feedback in what you need to do to fix your assignment. For an online class, he only gives an assignment once a week to do with a few questions that are required to fill a whole page. Exams are also every 3-4 weeks. The only issue I had is that the chapters he assigns aren't correct with the title of the chapter.

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4.0
SOC101
Jan 2, 2017
Would take again

Took this class online. Very clear about what he wants. He'll give you good feedback on your assignments and as long as you fix what he wants you'll get a really good grade on your next assignment! Really appreciated his feedback, he's a good teacher!

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
Respected
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SOC101
Grade: B
Apr 13, 2017
Wouldn't take again

It's mostly a self-taught class. Attendance isn't mandatory, and he doesn't really teach in his lectures. But attendance is extra credit on tests. Weekly papers are graded really nicely, but don't prepare for the tests because they're difficult. He rambles a lot, and off topic. Good class if you're motivated to read and study.

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SOC101
Grade: B+
May 9, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Really nice guy and very smart. Weekly papers from questions out of the book. It feels like a lot, but make sure you get them done. I missed 3 and because of that I didn't get higher than a B. He grades them pretty easy though. He gives extra credit for attending class and adds it to your exams, which helped me pass, so attend class.

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SO MANY PAPERS
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5.0
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SOC101
Grade: A
May 11, 2017
Would take again

Took this class online. Very clear about what he wants. He'll give you good feedback on your assignments. Weekly Discussions very clear grading scale. 4 exam pretty simply class. Do your work you will be an A. Good Teacher

3.0
3.0
SOC101
Grade: B+
Dec 4, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Lectures are mostly rants. If you can figure out what he's talking about, you realize it actually does relate to the current chapter. A short paper due every week answering a few questions on the chapter. Just read and if you do the papers, you'll be fine.

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Clear grading criteria
3.0
3.0
SOC101
Feb 17, 2018
Would take again

One reading response due weekly for a total of 15 responses. 4 exams based mostly on key terms and ideas. The final exam is not on all chapters just the last few chapters. Lectures are not useful for exams but he gave out 1 point for each day you came to class as extra points added to exams. I used class times to make study guides for the test.

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
3.0
SOC101
Grade: A-
Apr 9, 2018
Would take again

Proff. Lott is really responsive and critical towards your papers, he will give comments that seem copied a paste on your assignment. He will write nice things about your assignment but give you an average grade. Lotts test can be tricky if you havent read the chapters and taken good self notes from the book, be ready to learn on your own.

Tough Grader
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SO MANY PAPERS
3.0
4.0
SOC101
Apr 29, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Super nice dude but grades really hard. Ive gotten Cs on every homework no matter how much time I put into it. But I did miss a test & he opened it up for me so yanno its a give and take

Caring
Tough grader
4.0
3.0
SOC101
May 5, 2019
Would take again

Very clear and easy to follow. No tricks.

3.0
4.0
SOC101
Grade: A-
May 16, 2019
Wouldn't take again

He is very picky when it comes to the weekly assignments. It is min of a page per week, but even when I was submitting 3 or 4 pages he would say I was not thorough enough. Towards the end of the semester I was able to get perfect scores on the assignments. The four tests go really into depth and can be pretty hard, so study!

Tough grader
5.0
2.0
SOC101
Grade: A
May 21, 2019
Would take again

Guys, seriously take this class and take it online. 1 essay a week and 4 online exams. The essays are just answering questions from the textbook so get the textbook -- I rented it for pretty cheap on Chegg. Don't overthink it, just answers the questions and use examples. Great class and I learned a lot. Use the key search feat. on chegg textbook.

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
5.0
4.0
SOC101
Grade: B+
Jul 27, 2020
Would take again

Took the summer 4wk course, with 3 essays and 1 exam each week. Essays are pretty easy, just read the notes & textbook. He gives good feedback, and he is a bit tough on grading. But if you know the material youll do just fine! This is the first online class I really learned anything and I really enjoyed it :)

Gives good feedback
So many papers
Tough grader
2.0
3.0
SOC101
Grade: A
Nov 3, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Ok I didn't think he was all that bad but he's actually pretty irritating. He only has his assignments open for two days MAX and then the assignment closes. I like to work ahead and I work full time so I asked him if he could accommodate or open the assignments for a full week, he said that would be fine and never did it. Literally ridiculous.

Graded by few things
So many papers
5.0
2.0
SOC101
Grade: B+
Dec 8, 2020
Would take again

As long as you pay attention to the grading rubric and do the assignments you will do great on the papers! This was a great class with a great professor!

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Caring
5.0
3.0
SOC101
Grade: A
Apr 26, 2021
Would take again

Weekly assignments were based completely off the textbook. There were 4 exams that were based off the textbook. Just study and complete the assignments and it was an easy A. Professor does not accept late work and was very communicative with what he expected.

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1.0
4.0
SOC101
Jul 17, 2021
Would take again

No matter what you do, this professor will give you a B on all assignments. He will ALWAYS say "You need to give me more specific examples." And when specific examples are given, he says "You need to provide specific terms", and when specific terms are given, he says "You need to thoroughly examine this or that or this or that". All of it? B-.

Hilarious
So many papers
4.0
3.0
SOC101
Grade: A-
Aug 21, 2021
Would take again

4 exams and assignments only. no project, no discussion, no group work. he gives a lot of feedbacks and returns assignments on time. you need to work independently but straight from the textbook.

5.0
2.0
ELAR980
Grade: A
Dec 19, 2021
Would take again

Very hardworking and inspirational professor. I' m very happy for having him the whole semester.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Inspirational
4.0
2.0
SOC101
Grade: A-
May 16, 2022
Would take again

4 exams, and with every hw assignment/chapter there's a quiz. It's an easy class as long as you read the textbook. His feedback is good, just use examples and you get a 20/20 every time. Each hw assignment I did I procrastinated on until the very last day and I'd say it takes me 1-3 hours. After the first 3 assignments you get the hang of it

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5.0
2.0
SOC101
Grade: B+
Aug 31, 2022
Would take again

Professor Lott was a great professor and also understanding. I only came up with a B+ in his class due to the fact something came up, and I was not able to take the last exam, so I got an 87%. To pass his class all you really need to do is make sure you log in on a daily basis and take the exams within the specific window. Overall very easy class.

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5.0
2.0
SOC101
Grade: A
Apr 25, 2023
Would take again

Honestly as long as you read the textbook and fully understand what you're reading to answer the questions on the homework you'll have a good semester. The exams are ok but like i said just make sure to read. He does give amazing feedback and always lets you know that if you need help all you have to do is email him. Great class overall

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5.0
1.0
SOC101
Grade: A
May 10, 2023
Would take again

Easy class, each week is a chapter with a page being written answering his questions (usually 3 questions) and a 5-question quiz. 4 exams throughout the course. Include personal examples in your written responses each week as well as from the chapter and you'll get 20/20 each time. I received an A, easy class.

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Graded by few things
5.0
2.0
SOC101
Grade: A-
Jun 13, 2023
Would take again

I took his spring course pretty easy class. I would recommend him to anyone taking soc101

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5.0
3.0
SOC101
Grade: A
Apr 18, 2024
Would take again

1 assignment and 1 quiz per week. Exam every few weeks, easy. assignments you must read the rubric because he grades off of that, I never missed points on the assignments be extremely detailed with your responses, he always provided kind feedback whenever I showed effort and took time with my assignments. Overall great professor and an easy class.

Participation matters
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5.0
2.0
SOC101
Grade: A
Dec 4, 2024
Would take again

You will get A just doing assignments and quiz. Easy to follow. No group work.

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Caring
Online Savvy
5.0
2.0
SOC101
Grade: A
Dec 10, 2024
Would take again

I loved this class. It's an easy A, just doing the assignments and quizzes. The professor is great. Take him!!!

Clear grading criteria
Caring
Online Savvy
5.0
2.0
SOC101
Grade: A
Dec 17, 2024
Would take again

I recommend Prof. Lott. He provides the digital textbook for free and offers slides and lecture video for each chapter. His class consists mainly of chapter assignments and chapter quizzes (two attempts). He also provides rubrics for each assignments. Very clear and fun. Highly recommended.

5.0
2.0
SOC101
Grade: B+
Dec 17, 2024
Would take again

Professor Lott made all of his assignments very clear and it's easy to pass his class as long as you do all your assignments. Provides helpful and kind feedback on all assignments which is very appreciated. Definitely recommend taking him.

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
5.0
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SOC101
Grade: A
Dec 19, 2024
Would take again

Professor Lott prepares very clear criteria and gives feedback on every assessment. 1 quiz and 1 assignment a week, 3 tests total, and a final exam at the end of the semester. Everything is very straightforward, if you do the assignments you'll be fine.

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5.0
2.0
SOC101
Grade: A
Dec 24, 2024
Would take again

This class was so easy. One chapter for a week or two. Take quiz and do short assignments. He is very accommodating. You just need to email him and he will let you make up. He also gave all readings as PDF. You don't need to buy.

5.0
2.0
SOC101
Grade: A-
Dec 30, 2024
Would take again

Professor Lott's SOC101 is an easy, textbook-focused class. Read the material, follow the rubric, and utilize resources like Unstuck ai for study prep - you'll likely earn an A with minimal effort.

5.0
2.0
SOC101
Grade: A+
May 7, 2025
Would take again

This class is very clear and reliable (the best word I can think of). Same expectations every week and clear information on exam dates and due dates, I never had to reach out for confusion on an assignment other than mentioning word count on some assignments.

Clear grading criteria
5.0
2.0
SOC101
Grade: A
May 14, 2025
Would take again

okay first of all the class is really interesting and i loved all the assignments!! "yap about your thoughts on this" like its so amazing!! professor lott also provides intriguing feedback, like you KNOW he read your assignment and isnt just like "Good job!" anyway 10/10 was supa nice big thumbs up

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Gives good feedback
Inspirational
5.0
1.0
SOC101
Grade: A
Jun 23, 2025
Would take again

Easy A type of class, very heavy on homework and writing but its all super easy work. He provides his own textbook so do not buy it.

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
SOC101
Grade: A+
Jul 30, 2025
Would take again

I took his 4 week online SOC101 course. Every 3 days there would be one assignment and quiz due. Very easy to manage with other classes. Generous grader. Provides the textbook in PDF form on Canvas. Reading the textbook is essential to every assignment. Overall, good class and I would recommend!

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Participation matters
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4.0
1.0
SOC101
Grade: A
Aug 6, 2025
Would take again

smooth sailing, turn in assignments on time. and put effort in your work! he can tell if you care or not. if you are passionate about sociology he will know. answer according to textbook information and current societies issues.

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
Online Savvy
5.0
2.0
SOC101
Grade: A+
Dec 8, 2025
Would take again

Took the 16 week course. 1 quiz and 1 assignment a week, 3 exams and then the final. Super straight forward, if you read the textbook, and follow the instructions it is a very easy pass. Professor Lott is super nice and always would get back to me fast when I had a question! 1000% would recommend taking his course!

5.0
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SOC101
Grade: A-
Dec 15, 2025
Would take again

Professor Lott gives great feedback on the assignments, explaining what could've been improved (if received anything lower than an A). The assignments are structured with one quiz and one written assignment per week, then (I believe) an exam every 4 weeks. The textbook is free-source. He made sociology more enjoyable than I thought it would be.

Gives good feedback
5.0
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SOC101
Grade: A+
Dec 16, 2025
Would take again

His class is very manageable. He gives great feedback and announces anything important.

5.0
1.0
SOC101
Grade: B+
Dec 19, 2025
Would take again

Great professor! Took his class online, and its a guaranteed A if you actually do your assignments. I missed a few, so I got a B lol. He gives great feedback that makes you feel that your hard work has been recognized! One 300-400 word assignment & one 5-question quiz per week using the interesting and easy-to-understand textbook. 4 easy exams :)

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