4.1

Elliot Cohen

Psychology - Indian River State College

4.1
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2.3
Difficulty
91%
Would Retake
116
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4.1
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2.3
Difficulty
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4.1
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91%

Would Retake

116

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What Students Say

The "syllabus" was just a list of internet links

PHI2630 - 1.0 rating

It was easy reading except for Plato to Derrida

PHI1002 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

77%

Textbook Required

25%

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Reviews (116)
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ETHICS
Feb 25, 2003

Loved his class... He's a very good professor!

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CRITCALTHI
Feb 27, 2003

Makes class interseting but he is the biggest dork

4.0
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PHIL101
Apr 25, 2003

easy class. Could be dry and boring at times. Thorough coverage of info. I learned alot

5.0
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ETHICS
Jun 15, 2003

He was cool

5.0
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PHILOSOPHY
Grade: A
Mar 7, 2004

I had this guy years and years ago. Loved him enough to still remember his name. Great class and grgeat professor. He encouraged us to broaden our thought process, something that I will carry with me for the rest of my life.

5.0
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ETHICS
Apr 22, 2004

Great professor. Class gets boring sometimes, but he makes the topics interesting. Easy A as long as you do the minimum work he asks of you.

5.0
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PHILOSOPHY
May 11, 2004

Good class, helpful professor

3.0
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ETHICS
Jul 31, 2004

easy B if you need an elective but for serious moralists and thinkers class is woefully inadequate

5.0
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CRITTHINKING
Dec 15, 2004

He is a great professor. I learned more in one semester in this course, then I did in my entire life. I loved the work and the material we covered. He deserves honors for his teaching.

5.0
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PHI1103
Jan 11, 2005

Cohens' crtitcal thinking class was very helpful in helping the student discover flaws in his/her thinking. Not only is Cohen the smartest person I have ever met , he is also one of the most helpful .

5.0
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ETHICS
Apr 24, 2005

Dr. Cohen is awsome. He TRIES to joke about everything which makes class relaxing and fun. I worked a little and got a high A. He's a cool guy and an absolute genius - he knows everything about everything.

4.0
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CRITICALTHINK
Aug 12, 2005

O wow...This class is easy...every athletes dream! :) Take him..I skipped class like every other day studied for 10 min before the test and I got a B...He is a very goofy guy..makes it fun...("you no good S.O.B") :)

5.0
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PHI2630
Nov 3, 2005

Very interesting class. I took it online so there was very little interaction. Assigns work that gets you to question your ethical beliefs, takes some time to analyze and think about your answers but there is only 1 assignment a week and 1 easy term paper. Pretty easy on grading and provides study guide for exams.

4.0
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PHI2630
May 8, 2006

I thought this class was really boring, but it had its good days. We spent lots of time on the things he wanted to talk about and didn't get to what I was interested in. Class wasn't bad and it was easy, and Cohen is a nice guy and is highly intelligent.

5.0
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PHI2630
Jun 23, 2006

I took Into. to Ethics via the internet and the class was pretty easy; however, there was a lot of assignments to turn in on a weekly basis. Dr. Cohen is a good instructor.

4.0
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PHI2630
Aug 9, 2006

EXTREMELY easy... awesome teacher, great lectures and keeps you entertained. TAKE HIM!

5.0
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PHI2630
Oct 27, 2006

I took this class online and it was a breeze! I thought it would be hard, but really it is common sense. The test was so easy! If you just read and do the Questions for Analysis that he tells you to do, you will do great. One major thing you have to do to get an A is to answer the exact question on his study guides! The test comes straight from it!

4.0
2.0
PHI1103
May 2, 2007

He was a nice teacher, very boring though, his exams are not tricky at all, just participate in class and study his online study guides, he requires 350 words a week in beleif scan essays, one 1000 word term paper, and a 350 word summary of what you've learned throughout the semester.

5.0
1.0
PHI2630
Jan 1, 2008

VERY EASY CLASS. THIS PROFESSOR KNOWS HIS STUFF. VERY INTERESTING SUBJECT. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS CLASS FOR AN EASY A.

5.0
3.0
PHI2630
Jun 19, 2008

I took his online ethics class and really enjoyed it. There are two big assignments, a 800 word paper, a midterm and a final. He also gives chances for extra credit through online debates As long as you do the assignments and participate its not a hard class. He also is very good at promptly returning emails if you have questions, and posting grade

5.0
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PHI1103
Nov 11, 2008

I took his online creative thinking class. Not difficult, just alot of writing. He writes all the books and even made the software so there is no fooling him. As long as you do all the assignments and study for the midterm and final you will be ok. Great class for an easy online Humanities. Nice guy also, very prompt returning emails and grades

5.0
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PHI1103
Nov 30, 2008

Dr. Cohen is awesome!

3.0
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PHI2630
Dec 19, 2008

I took his online ethics.. This guy keeps you busy week after week. His tests aren't hard, but his study guide requires you to disect the chapter. Not hard, but never again. Its an ethics class, and I really think he graded me low because we disagreed on opinions...it's an ethics class dude!

4.0
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PHI1103
Jan 5, 2009

Great teacher! Recommend him for an easy A!

5.0
2.0
PHI1103
Jan 8, 2009

I had him for PHI 1103 and he is such a great instructor. For the very first time, i couldn't really get it, Guess it's because I'd missed a few classes then after i ended up nailing his two other exams. Really if you do come to classes and understand the material, read the pages he assigned you before the test and you'll do just fine.

3.0
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HUS2500
Apr 20, 2009

This is ethics so heavy on theory, be prepared to bring your book to every class. Not the most brilliant of lectures, tests are multiple choice but difficult. You must pay attention and read the books. Since it is a required course for the degree there is no choice so be sure to read the material.

2.0
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PHI2630
Apr 23, 2009

Class is easier IN THE CLASSROOM, rather than as an online course. I ended up getting an A in the course online, the Study guides that he gives you for the final and midterm ARE THE EXACT QUESTIONS ON THE TEST!!! just make sure you study the review sheet and you will get an A, I wouldn't do it as an ONLINE class if I could do it again...

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PHI1103
Apr 28, 2009

This is an easy class; however, the required book is full of gramatical/publishing errors. It just so happens that the author is Elliot Cohen himself, and the book store will not buy back this piece of crap. My book is in perfect condition, and the CD was never used.Anyone taking this class will be forced to buy a new book! Kiss $55 goodbye--SCAM!

5.0
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PHI1103
Aug 12, 2009

Dr. Cohen is brilliant and his books remain helpful to me in life after class. Super easy class. Adorably nerdy guy. I wasn't able to turn anything in on time and I still got an A in the class.

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PHI2630
Oct 26, 2009

He is very clear, very conscise. If you do the reading and the study guide you will bank a great grade. do the writing assignments and don't fake them and you will do good.

5.0
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PHI1635
Dec 15, 2009

Dr. Cohen's class is really easy. I got a B in it.. the study questions are exactly whats on the test. the 2 papers are okay too i guess, although it does take a lot of time.. i took online.. pretty cool guy

2.0
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PHI2630
Dec 17, 2009

He has a lot of real world experience and makes it known throughout the class. You are tested on articles that are written by him . He rarely goes over or even talks about what you will be tested on in the class. He will spend all class ranting about a topic that should only take 5 min and has nothing to do with what you should be learning.

4.0
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PHI2630
Jan 4, 2010

This class is interesting. I took it online and you use the book often. The big writing assignment was a lot of work, but it was manageable. My opinion on the topic I choose and Dr. Cohen's opinion on it were different but I still got a good grade on it. So don't listen to people who say he gives bad grades if you don't agree with him. He's nice.

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PHI1103
Mar 17, 2010

Dr.Cohen is a very smart man in which I learned alot from. His class is VERY interesting. He is also VERY helpful and you can tell he has a passion for teaching. I would highly recommend him!!! His tests are fair and there is not to much busy work in his class which is great!

2.0
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PHI1103
Mar 31, 2010

i took his class online and i was super excited about it. he doesn't talk pretty much at all but expects your homework when its due. all of his homework is from the books HE wrote which is kinda pompous; they were semi-difficult to understand. his tests are straight from his books, so DO YOUR HOMEWORK or you'll fail.

4.0
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HUS2500
Apr 11, 2010

Somewhat repetetive, but smart guy. He tries to liven things up. Definitely is active in teaching not passive.

4.0
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PHI2630
Apr 23, 2010

Took on line, reccommended if u r self disciplined. This class really makes u think, a lot. It was pretty stressful but if u put the HOURS in and show that you've really worked for ur answers, u will get an A. The two tests were easy as long as u put the time in to do the study guide. Prof Cohen was fairly good about getting back through email.

5.0
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PHIL2630
May 24, 2010

Dr. Cohen is a very approachable and kind professor. He really wants his students to learn and think. He is non-judgemental, and extremely bright. I would take more classes of his if I could, I really got so much out of his classes. He's an amazing guy, and very compassionate and understanding.

4.0
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PHI1103
Jul 13, 2010

Took this as a Summer I Online course. Three diff textbooks required. LOTS of written work/exercises. I submitted 6,000+words, but I may have been the extreme. (I did get an A though). As much as I cursed the written work, it absolutely prepared me for the tests. He provides very helpful study guides, follow them and you'll pass without problem.

3.0
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PHI1635
Dec 13, 2010

I am taking his online class, and I am really enjoying it. There's a lot of reading & casebook assignments(6000 total minimum words), but the topics are interesting. I would recommend this class but make sure you have plenty of time to dedicate to it. Only problem I have is he literally takes weeks to reply to emails: You're truly on your own.

4.0
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HUS5200
Mar 9, 2011

Taking him for Ethics in Hum Serv. I think its a pretty hard class, hard tests, but he is a really nice guy and really tries to help you understand. A lot of memorizing and studying required for class. Do not really love the subject, but he is really smart in the subject so If I had to take it, I'd take him.

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HUS2500
Apr 15, 2011

Dr. Cohen is BRILLIANT!!! Listen closely and you will not only learn the material but, you will also learn about yourself. You will cheat yourself if you take him online. His class is a face to face must!! I wish I had him for more classes!

3.0
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PHI1103
May 1, 2011

He can be boring! But he is a good teacher! He can be a little hard to understand sometimes but he will help you if you ask! He knows what he is talking about! Wrote the books himself! I learned a lot in this class! He also talks monotone most of the time. So listen up or you'll be falling asleep in class lol.

4.0
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PHI1103
May 11, 2011

Mr.Cohen is a great teacher, I was afraid I would fail since I missed like 7 classes but he passed me with a C. He lets you make up all work and tests up to last day and the only work was 1 essay, 1 summary per wk and 3 hilarious exams (he's very witty & funny).If you respond to a question in class be prepared for a 10 minute conversation though.

5.0
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PHI1101
Jul 30, 2011

he is one of the smartest teachers on this campus and also the kindest and the best. i enjoyed all of his classes and even though it was easy i still learned alot because of his great personality and he actually cares!!!!!

4.0
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PHI2630
Nov 18, 2011

He's a little boring. But he allows for interesting topics in the class and he makes it easy for you to pass. The actuall class discussion were the most interesting parts.

5.0
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PHI1635
Dec 13, 2011

i took his online class. only two tests, but a lot of casebook work, which is mostly your opinion on different scenarios. he gives study guides for both tests and if you read what they tell you to read, the tests are super easy.

3.0
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PHI1103
Jan 3, 2012

Heavy work load on assignments that seem to go unnoticed, however I think they are intended to compensate for taking the class online. Concentrate on the term paper, and final exam study guide, to get a decent grade.

5.0
2.0
PHI2630
Jan 4, 2012

Great teacher know the study guides and do the essays go to majority of his classes and you'll do great very smart and makes learning the material easy!

5.0
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PHI1101
Apr 18, 2012

I took Professor Cohen for an online philosophy course and enjoyed it very much. He makes it easy to understand the material and is helpful if you need it. Do the study guides and you'll have an easy A.

5.0
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PHI2630
Apr 21, 2012

Awesome,really gets students thinking for self. Most of this class is spent in discussions about moral values. enjoyed going to class.

2.0
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PHI1103
May 4, 2012

I did not understand anything he taught. He made it complicated. I am happy that it is over!!

5.0
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HUS2500
May 16, 2012

He was a very fair and kind teacher. He had a delightful sense of humor and I enjoyed his class. The only suggestion that I would offer would be to eliminate all talking when he is teaching. He has given me a wealth of information and I am grateful. I highly recommend Dr.Cohen as a teacher.

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PHI1103
Jun 7, 2012

Horrible class, this professor assigns a tremendous amount of homework, but does not grade it before the exam covering it--so there is no feedback from the homework. Prepare to read three poorly written books for this class

5.0
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PHI1103
Jun 15, 2012

I would have fared better taking this class in person, rather than online. The writing assignments are numerous, but they compel you to explore your thought processes. This teacher gives a beast of a test, but is very kind and will go out of his way to be helpful. If you sign up for this class, be ready to work! Not an easy A, but valuable.

2.0
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PHI1103
Jun 15, 2012

Took this in summer, wrote over 11,300 words and spent huge amounts of time researching. Nice guy, responded fast to email. Didn't grade anything until after finals, so had no idea how I was doing or where I needed improvement. Requires 3 books which he wrote that were kind of redundant. Got an A but it was NOT easy, you'll definitely work for it.

4.0
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PHI1103
Jun 21, 2012

Good online class but get ready to work! Because between the exercises and the reading oh and the belief scan its pretty tough but it is do-able! If you need to take a humanities class this is an ok pick but I def liked his ethics class better.. it takes him about a day to email you back but as the chair of a department thats pretty fast!

2.0
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PHI1103
Aug 3, 2012

This class was horrible. The only text are written by the teacher, and they are not easy to follow--using lots of non-"industry" terminology. There were hundreds of required homework problems, but only were minimally credited. The tests are poorly written. The instructor required turning homework in on a holiday(not allowed to turn in early).

5.0
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HUS2520
Apr 24, 2013

Funny guy. Teaches well. Lectures can be a little boring but all you have to do is ask a question concerning the topic and life will spark in the discussion. Exams are fairly easy if you study. Study guides are excellent-tells you everything you need to know. Be prepared to read the book. Nice guy, willing to help, and of course, ethical.

4.0
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HUS2520
Jun 17, 2013

Took this course online for summer one. There's a midterm, a final, and one paper. There are class discussions you can complete throughout the course for extra credit. Make sure you take the time needed to fill out and memorize everything on the study guides. The exams are directly based from these guides. Interesting class.

5.0
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PHI2630
Jul 2, 2013

Took this class during the summer and it was way better than I expected. He responds to emails quickly and is helpful. There's only two tests: a midterm and final,(multiple choice) and one report to do. Cohen provides study guides which definitely is helpful for the test.

3.0
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PHI1103
Nov 5, 2013

The teacher is helpful but quick to be judgmental and borderline rude. The use of 3 books and a website all written or designed by him is rather pompous. The books are poorly written with grammatical and spelling errors. And the website is shoddy at best. This course may be better in person but I would try to take it with a different instructor.

5.0
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PHI2630
Dec 6, 2013

I took this course online (dual enrollment. Dr. Cohen answers emials in a timely manner and really makes you think, even about the simpliest questions you have. I thought his course was thought provoking and I did not think he was judgemental at all. Do the study guides for the exams(midterm/final) and the discussion posts. I'd take him again.

3.0
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PHI1635
Dec 12, 2013

I took this class to complete my humanities credits, it was a little interesting, but it was more difficult online than it would have been in a classroom. I am walking away with a B after putting hours of work into the class. Never met the teacher, or communicated with him.

5.0
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PHI2630
Dec 13, 2013

This class was super boring!! I would've rather chewed glass. I think this class would've been more interesting had I taken it in person instead of online. I passed with a B and I only read 2 chapters all semester. Cohen is one of the fastest email repliers...(repliers? is that a word?. He even replies on the weekends! Love teachers that ck emails.

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PHI1103
Dec 16, 2013

Took this course online. It's a very helpful class, but expect a lot of reading and exercises. I passed the class with A, but I really had to stay on top of things and work hard to do well and learn. Just do your work and you should be fine. There is a mid-term paper and two exams. Good luck!

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PHI1103
Dec 16, 2013

Took this course online and received an A. It's an interesting course but have put a lot of hours if you want to do well in the course. Lots of reading and exercises.

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PHI1103
Dec 16, 2013

Excellent course.

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PHI2630
Jan 6, 2014

The book is mandatory, and its dreadful. Tests are easy if you follow the study guide. Most of the study guide can be looked up online and get enough of a summary to understand vs reading that horrible textbook. Did not figure out study guide till second test. The two exams are your ONLY grade. USE THE STUDY GUIDE!

5.0
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PHI1635
Apr 6, 2014

the teacher is very quick with his email. he will answer any question regarding the work. it is pretty straight forward. there is a lot of writing. only a midterm and a final. you will receive a study guide before the test. take test at the W bldg. make sure 2 study for the test. the questions on the study guide are exactly what is on the test.

3.0
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PHI1113
Apr 15, 2014

This class was a drag. His lectures are somewhat interesting and engaging although it seemed like every class he repeated the same general ideas...very boring, uninteresting. Study for the few tests and do the simple online assignments and you will get an A.

5.0
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HUS2500
Grade: B+
Apr 23, 2014

I can use one word to describe this class: BORING. He is monotone and tries to make it funny but I didnt think his jokes were that funny. Ethics in Human Services is mandatory if you are in the human services major, so bring your laptop and tablet to keep yourself awake. If you study his study guides, you should make an A or B in his class.

5.0
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PHI2630
Apr 23, 2014

Took this course in the spring. Class was not difficult at all. 3 multiple choice exams and one essay. Everything that's discussed in class is on the test and he goes over each topic thoroughly. Used the book more as a reference. Great instructor who knows his stuff, has written tons of books, and is a big player in this field. I've learned a lot!

5.0
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PHI1002
Jun 3, 2014

I really enjoyed this class and the material choice for the class. It was easy reading except for Plato to Derrida. Communication w/in reasonable time. Testing was on the material read and discussed making test questions familiar unlike other classes that make you wonder if you were even in class for that lesson. I Recommend this online class.

3.0
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PHI2630
Jun 16, 2014

Not an easy class. Book is mandatory. First half seemed to be only about what he has written. Term paper was great. Boosted my grade hugely! Took during summer and was paced decently. Just TONS of reading that you have to do. But he gives a GREAT study guide for the tests.

4.0
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PHI1635
Dec 9, 2014

Cohen is fast with emails. I didn't have a problem getting an A. Just read what is assigned, turn in papers when due, and study the guide he gives you. He sets you up to succeed if you do the work!

4.0
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PHI1635
Dec 14, 2014

Dr. Cohen answered all my emails in less than one day. I did a lot of writing and reading but the biggest concern is just formatting the paper correctly. Study guides are awesome as they coincide perfectly with the text. If you read what he assigns you will get a good grade.

3.0
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PHI1113
Apr 29, 2015

Dr. Cohen is very into philosophy and for anyone who isn't then the class is boring. Attendance is mandatory so just show up, even if you daydream. The books are "mandatory to read" but I passed with an A without reading them. There's 1 paper, 3 tests, and extra credit. The tests mirror the study guide so there's no reason not to get an A.

5.0
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HUS2500
Jun 16, 2015

Signed up for Professor Cohen for HUS2500 Online for the Summer 1 semester and it was great. He gives a clear syllabus that has dates that he put in for you to stay caught up while reading the chapters, his exams are from his study guides, and hes a very helpful professor. If you study, do the discussion posts, and read the chapters you will pass.

5.0
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PHI2630
Grade: A
Jun 21, 2015

One quiz worth 10 percent of grade, two exams, discussion boards and one paper. Quiz is an easy A. Gives clear outline for midterm and final, but they are still hard and both are proctored. Discussion boards are given every week but not too bad. The paper is 1000 words. Lots of reading!

5.0
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PHI1113
Grade: A
Apr 3, 2016

Great instructor. Just show up, pay attention and put your two cents in on some class discussions and you should do ok. Books were required but don't think I opened them much, even though he would assign readings from them, still got an A.

3.0
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PHI1635
Apr 13, 2016

took this as a gen ed humanities class. i took this class online and it was extremely easy. there are 3 tests, 1 quiz, and a paper. i did poorly on the first test but that's my own fault. he posts study guides for each test DEFINITELY study those! tests are completely based off them. final is not cumulative. should be an easy A for most people!!!

5.0
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PHI1002
Grade: A
May 10, 2016

Professor Cohen was great! He laid everything out for you and always made himself available when needed. I would definitely take him again!

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PHI1113
Grade: A+
May 13, 2016

This was a VERY easy class. Easy A! The catch is, you have to sit through long boring lectures. He types all class notes into Word and then before a test he posts the file on blackboard. There was a paper and a few very easy tests (as long as you paid attention) Also, what's on the study guide, is what's on the test!

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HUS2500
Grade: D
Oct 13, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Hard to read textbook you must buy. Difficult tests. Not helpful study guide. Hope you do well but you have to read a lot.

Tough Grader
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TEST HEAVY
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PHI2630
Grade: B-
Nov 7, 2016
Wouldn't take again

DO NOT TAKE!! Class lacks structure, no outline of when tests will occur or anything of that matter. The "syllabus" was just a list of internet links. He spent most of the classes discussing unrelated topics, randomly assigned tests. Study guides SUCKED!! Too broad, makes no sense. The class consists of a couple tests and a paper.

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5.0
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PHI1635
Grade: A+
Dec 9, 2016
Would take again

Dr. Cohen is great! Hes very insightful and has a brilliant brain. The class is easy, just show up and read the book.

Respected
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2.0
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PHI1002
Grade: B+
Apr 17, 2017
Wouldn't take again

If you are a person that is good at self taught work than this is the class for you. I however, need a bit more participation available for me and this is the first online class that was not like that. I am not the strongest reader and i wish i had known this class is like 99% reading on your own. Literally that, discussions, and the final paper...

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Participation matters
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5.0
2.0
PHI1635
Grade: A
May 1, 2017
Would take again

Loved this class! 3 exams, 1 VERY EASY quiz, and 1 paper to do (does not have to be in essay format). Exams are super easy as long as you do the study guide. Participation matters only if you're trying to get extra credit for doing the discussion boards. Otherwise, I would totally recommend this class!

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
5.0
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PHI1002
Grade: A+
May 3, 2017
Would take again

Everything is from the textbook he wrote himself. I recommend getting the textbook online thru kindle so you're able to search the book for terms on the study guide. Really easy concepts, very passionate guy- a good class to fulfill the AA humanities requirement.

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GRADED BY FEW THINGS
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HUS2500
Grade: A
Jun 20, 2017
Would take again

took online ethics class and the class itself wasnt hard but like any other online course it is self taught. He gives you a schedule and reading assignments and the rest is up to you. You must buy the text book or you will not pass the course. (this saved my life) As long as you do your readings you will pass.

Get ready to read
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
TEST HEAVY
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3.0
PHIL2630
Grade: A
Dec 6, 2017
Would take again

Mr. Cohen is generally a straightforward professor. Read the book material, take notes, pass the 3 - 4 tests, do the essay and it's an "easy A." He is very passionate about the subject of ethics and its theories, probably due to the fact that he's well known publisher. The class discussions can be interesting depending who's in the class.

Clear grading criteria
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
Would take again
5.0
1.0
PHI1635
Grade: A+
Dec 11, 2017
Would take again

Dr. Cohen is the best professor. his class is super easy with 1 paper & 3 tests that he literally goes through before handing it out. he's super passionate and knowledgeable about the subject matter he teaches as well as being super successful and decorated through many published books and scholarly articles. I wish every class could be like his!

GRADED BY FEW THINGS
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
2.0
PHI1113
Grade: A
Dec 12, 2018
Would take again

Dr Cohen was a great professor. He explains material in class but does recommend you read text for more information, which is expected. Test are from material he covers in class, does put up class notes and gives study guides with what will be on exam. I am taking him again for another subject next semester.

Respected
Clear grading criteria
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5.0
3.0
HUS2500
Grade: A+
Jan 26, 2019
Would take again

I took the class online. I loved the book because it was easy to read not like typical texts books. He & his wife wrote it. Study guides were on point. Just read & study your study guide & you will do great. He responds to email quickly too.

Respected
Get ready to read
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
4.0
2.0
PHI1635
Grade: A+
Mar 27, 2019
Would take again

Dr. Cohen is very insightful. One case study was due, provides study guides for exams, which were extremely helpful. Pretty easy course, discussions were in class which provided all of us to interact with one another. I would definitely recommend Dr. Cohen.

Inspirational
Lecture heavy
Caring
5.0
1.0
PHI1002
Grade: A+
Apr 22, 2019
Would take again

One of the best professors I have taken. One paper 2 tests. He offers study guides that mirror the exams EXACTLY. Extremely, extremely caring and accepting of mistakes. Responds to emails quickly. Highly recommend.

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Caring
4.0
2.0
PHI1002
Grade: C
May 3, 2019
Would take again

Great professor! Really enjoyed his philosophical practices class. Id highly recommend him to anyone who needs humanities, just enjoys philosophy in general. Very fair, and understanding. Will definitely be taking more of his classes!

Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
2.0
PHI1113
Grade: A+
Jun 17, 2019
Would take again

Mr. Cohen was one of the best teachers I've had in a while. He is willing to help the best way that he can. He gives you extra credit oppurtunities. Going to class is mandatory because sometimes he gives you group projects to do in class. He tells you exactly what you need to know on the exams. Listen to his lectures and you'll do great.

Gives good feedback
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
1.0
PHI2630
Grade: A+
Oct 28, 2019
Would take again

easy A as long as you go to class and take down exactly what he writes on the board. He gives out study guides and its exactly like the test Hes really sweet and kind and as long as u talk to him or let him know why your late or why u had to leave early he will understand Only one quiz and four tests and one final

Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
4.0
2.0
PHI1635
Grade: A
Dec 7, 2019
Would take again

Dr. Cohen was a good choice for ethics in healthcare. There is One case study due midway through the semester which helps boost your garde. He provides study guides for exams which were just like the tests and goes over them before the test. If you show up to class and put in a little effort this class is an easy A. would 100% recommend Dr. Cohen.

Inspirational
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
2.0
PHI2630
Grade: A
Dec 10, 2019
Would take again

Maybe it was the fact that I happened to be in a very vocal class, but every class was discussion based and interesting. He's incredibly understanding and caring and I strongly encourage people to take this class. Absolutely loved you Professor Cohen!

Gives good feedback
Amazing lectures
Caring
4.0
2.0
PHI1113
Grade: A
Dec 18, 2019
Would take again

Professor Cohen was a great teacher for my class! We had one syllabus quiz which was super easy, one paper, & 3 exams including the final. He gives out study guides the week before class, and he's super easy to talk to if you have any questions, and helps you out! Just show a bit of interest & respect and study the guides & you'll pass no problem!

Gives good feedback
Respected
Graded by few things
5.0
3.0
PHI2630
Grade: A+
Jan 14, 2020
Would take again

Professor Cohen is honestly the best instructor I have ever had. He has inspired me to achieve more than I ever felt I could reach. Without him I wouldn't have taken an interest in ethics.

Participation matters
Inspirational
Caring
4.0
2.0
HUS2500
Apr 15, 2020
Would take again

Professor Cohen is great. You do have to buy his book because that's where his assignments are from. Very intelligent. Before every test he did a review which was helpful and his tests are easy if you study. Would definitely take again. Doesn't leave any hw except for his case study assignments which are cake.

Respected
5.0
3.0
PHIL2630
Grade: A+
Apr 23, 2020
Would take again

I don't really do these but I have to inform the people. Easy A class but his lectures are kinda boring. There long but this man loves his subject and he's an amazing teacher. The study guides are super useful. Just pay attention and guaranteed A

Lecture heavy
Caring
5.0
3.0
PHI2630
Grade: B+
May 4, 2020
Would take again

Professor Cohen is the best professor you could take for ethics! Very passionate about the subject and does well at explaining everything in a way that is easier to understand. He is nice and easy to talk to and asks lots of questions to students in class to get their point of view. Gives a good study guide for tests just pay attention in class.

Respected
Graded by few things
Test heavy
4.0
3.0
HUS2500
Grade: A
Jun 27, 2020
Would take again

I took Dr. Cohen's course online, and I really enjoyed it. I did have to get in touch with him at one point, and he got right back to me. His discussion boards were interesting and his tests followed his study guides. I would definitely take a course with him again.

Accessible outside class
Graded by few things
Clear grading criteria
3.0
2.0
HUS2500
Nov 14, 2020
Would take again

This was an easy class to take online, however, the grading criteria was not clear at all. On the syllabus there was a clear understanding of what needed to be read and by when, but nothing on the grading criteria. You take 3 test and do a case study each week. So far he has not graded the case studies and I am not too entirely sure that he will.

Get ready to read
5.0
1.0
PHI1002
Grade: A+
Dec 1, 2020
Would take again

Great teacher if you're needing a Humanities class easy A!!!! the only book needed is the rational therapy book. Also, 2 tests 1 midterm proctored and 1 final which is not proctored, and 1 essay. Gives a study guide a week before the test which mirrors his own tests and the study guides are on Quizlet both the midterm and final already filled out.

Respected
Participation matters
Caring
5.0
1.0
PHI2630
Grade: A+
Dec 5, 2020
Would take again

Extremely good teacher, genuinely cares if his students are learning the material and will go into as much detail as needed, communicates his points extremely well. Also his study guides are EXACTLY like the tests it is impossible to fail.

Respected
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
2.0
PHI1101
Grade: A+
Dec 7, 2020
Would take again

Great class actually enjoyed going

Gives good feedback
Respected
Clear grading criteria
5.0
1.0
HUS2500
Grade: A
Apr 20, 2021
Would take again

Dr. Cohen was a great professor, he actually wrote the textbook and is passionate about his work, He is very knowledgable and he records his study guide reviews before tests, and always sends an alert before an assignment is due. He gives average amounts of assignments, pretty easy. I'd definitely take another class with Dr. Cohen

Respected
Inspirational
Clear grading criteria
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2.0
PHI2630
Grade: A+
Dec 4, 2021
Would take again

Dr. Elliot is an amazing professor. He is well respected in his field. Coursework is only discussion posts every week, and only 2 exams are provided along with a term paper. Need to read the material on the book provided for the class as he asks questions and discuss with students. Once again, amazing and kind professor.

Respected
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
4.0
2.0
HUS2500
Grade: A
Feb 24, 2022
Would take again

Great textbook, something to hold on to for future references. Do the discussions to the best of your ability and study for the test! (all the answers are in the book) Easy A

Respected
Get ready to read
Participation matters
5.0
3.0
PHI1635
Grade: A
Apr 16, 2022
Would take again

Dr. Cohen helped me with everything I need. My name is Spencer Kristich and I'm honored to have taken his class. He has a sense of humor. You have 3 exams, weekly discussion posts, and a case study paper. He got back to me with in minutes cause I needed to contact him once and gave me more time. Very empathetic teacher!

Amazing lectures
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