Awesome Teacher. His classes can be hard, but he'll help you out completely.

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Great teacher, so fun to have, makes coming to class enjoyable. Relates to life.

Best professor in the department

He is awesome! So helpful!

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Best instructor ever, very helpful, very clear, an "A" is yours if you put some effort into it. I plan on taking all of the courses he teaches.

He lays everything out for you that is going to be on the exams. It really is your own fault if you get a bad grade. Exams are all short answer/essay, but if you know the material, you shouldnt have a problem.

He's a great teacher and tells you exactly what you need to know for every test. If you ever need help he's there to give you advice or just quiz you on the upcoming topics on the test. GREAT teacher!!

If you get anything less than 100% in his classes, it's really your own fault. He tells you EXACTLY what you need to know and practically lives in his office so students can come in for help. The BEST teacher EVER.

What a funny, goofy brilliant man! Best prof in the Psych Dept. He is willing to spend one-on-one time with students. He has a great sense of humor and is a phenomenal teacher.

Very interesting course and teacher. Hates multiple choice so you have to work for your good grade. Very funny/helpful guy!

The only prof. I know that treats his class like a trade to be mastered but makes you WANT to master it. His lectures are always interesting, his tests are challenging but remarkably fair (anything less than 100% is indeed your fault) and I love his Orson Welles like voice.

You know you can learn a lot from a teacher when they truly love the subject they are teaching. Cooper definitely does this. He is never boring and always has good stories to tell that are relevant to the class material.

Absolutely Great Professor!! Weeeelllll.. I recommend taking classes with him. He is super funny and very nice. Plus he knows what he is doing and how to teach you.

well... maybe less than 95% is your fault. There's always room for error. But still, very good class.

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Ok, so if you can get past the white foam in his mouth when he talks, and his incredibly long and drawn out "funny" experiment stories.. you might just make it out alive. Then again, the two most frequent grades in the class are an A or an F.. you're call.

Work hard and study and you will do well. He makes some difficult material easy to understand. Beware, there are NO multiple choice tests, all short answer.

Evolutionary Psych was one of the very best courses I've ever taken!! It's hard but manageable, and integrates philosphy with cold science in a way that's just...beautiful. Coopdawg's awesome!

301 was required but he made it as easy as possible. He was available for help more than any professor I've ever had. As for Evolutionary Psych, I just wish I'd had more exposure to the topic before taking his class so that I had could have had more to relate it to. If he disagrees with you, he gives a good reason for it that will make you think

takes a potentialy horrible class and makes it fun and as easy as possible. Very funny, very clear, very fair. Gives you every opportunity to get an A, tries to help more than any professor I've ever known. Work hard and the A is in the bag!!!

This guy sense of humor is great.

awesome professor and awesome class. Make stats fun.

He is the best teacher I have had. He's funny, extremely helpful, and a genuinely great teacher. Anything less than an A is your own fault, I highly recommend taking any class he teaches.

Cooper is one of the best professors I have ever had. If you get the chance to take one of his classes, do it! He is extremely knowledgeable and always willing to help.

Awesome teacher. He was given probably the crappiest subject to teach, but makes me never want to skip class. Buy the book, he wrote it and it's more of an instructional book than a text. He is hilarious and treats students like equals. Be happy that you have him!

Excellent professor all around. The class was challenging, but not out of the intellectual grasp of anyone who has been accepted to college. Come to class ready to learn and to exams ready to deliver. This is a demanding course, but well worth it for those interested in the subject. Students are tested on lecture material; no textbook required.

Eric Cooper is bar none the most knowledgeable professor that I have had in college. He is very educated in his field and precise with what he teaches.

Very thorough. I would take another class from him given the chance again.

Cooper is a great Professor, by no means easy, but he puts in the same amount if not more effort as he expects from his students. Basically, if you don't do well in his class you have no one to blame but yourself.

I think he is a very good teacher. Be prepared to go to class otherwise it's hard to stay caught up on lectures. Note cards are a huge help!!

Great professor! Funny guy! He's extremely clear and one of the most effective teachers I've ever had. I just hate how he starts his classes, "Goooood morning everybody..."

Great professor! I had him for Psych 301 and 312 (301 was a little harder with all of the stats/math involved). He gives the exact notes you need for the exams and then the study guide to go by. I made note cards for each exam and memorized them, easy A if you do the same!

Dr. Cooper has a pretty unique approach to psychology that can be rather refreshing if you're tired of the same themes you get from the other professors.

Dr. Cooper does what all professors should do. Know what college students are like, and relate teaching in a way that works for himself and the students. He makes everything interesting. I would take every class from him if it were possible. Its a shame more people don't have the privilege of having him. He also likes to sing in class

you will only memorize what he feels you should learn. there are no slides, he writes as you go. you just memorize....memorize memorize memorize. in 312 there is WAY too much information on each test that is required for you to know and only a small percentage is on the test.

He is funny, smart, and always includes interesting demos during lecture. He tells you all the potential questions that might be on the test, and if you have a note card for each one of them, you should get straight As. I highly recommend taking courses with him!

Great teacher, gives you everything you need to know for the tests. MEMORIZE those things and you will get a good grade. Very interesting, and very good examples.

gives a review sheet of exactly what could be on the test. note cards are best way to study. there is no book so it saves $$$. He goes over everything and exactly how one should answer each test question. Bad thing is that it was a night course only once a week which makes it harder to prepare for.

Great prof, one of the best at ISU. If you make note cards and memorize them, you shouldn't get less than an A. Google "list of best ISU professors", he's listed there. I highly recommend this class.

Dr. Cooper's class was very difficult matierial-wise, but having him as a teacher helped so much! I don't know that I would have passed with a different professor teaching. He's very helpful and willing to take the time to meet with student's to make sure they understand. MAKE NOTE CARDS!! He doesn't try to trick you on the exams!

He is a very good professor. The way he does the class may be difficult for some people, but he makes it easier with study guides. Notecards are your best bet to pass the class.

If you have to take psych 301 take it with him. The material is hard and difficult but you get open note quizzes for the most difficult things and if you study the study guide it's an easy A. He also writes the notes as he is talking so you get everything down. He is my favorite professor by far. I enjoyed his accent as well.

Amazingly good teacher. You'll want to go to class because there's no print-out notes. If you study with the note cards like he recommends and know everything off of his study guides, you'll easily pass. He writes notes along with you in class and has amazing stories. Great experience. I want to take more classes with him.

Dr. Cooper is awesome! He's a great professor and obviously loves what he teaches. He gives you everything you need to know on a study guide for the test, and his tests are a little difficult, but if you don't know the material, it's your fault because he provides lots of help if you ask.

The best method of note taking by any teacher anywhere...I want to take more of his classes! And the quirky stories are a definite plus.

His class was really interesting. I feel like i learned a ton!! But, his tests were really hard and were based on pure memorization. If you can memorize lists and things like that, you will love this class. If you are like me, and can't... i wouldn't take it!! Also, his tests are not multiple choice for the most part!

Great teacher, keeps students entertained. Must attend class to get a good grade, unless you can obtain notes from a friend. He tells you exactly what will be on the tests and holds review sessions. One of the best teachers I've ever had!

I took three courses with Dr. Cooper. I am now a graduate student at another university, and I teach courses as part of my program. Dr. Cooper was so effective that I have done my best to base my teaching style on his. Sometimes, I even say, "Weeeeeell, good afternoon everybody, hope everybody's doing well this afternooooon."

His tests are about memorizing long lists of things and regurgitating them. Do not take this class if you are not good at this or if you suffer from the "Tip of the tongue" phenomenon often, or you will hate yourself after each exam. That all said, he is a good professor who makes the subject interesting. Consider taking pass/fail if an elective.

Very organized class format. Tests are all about memorizing. As another rater said, if you can't memorize long lists, then you will not like his class. If you like teachers who tell you exactly what is on the exams, you will love him.

Ridiculously tough grader. Tests how well you can memorize a long list of word-for-word definitions rather than a deeper understanding of the concepts.

He is an amazing professor that loves his job! The tests are hard but if you study and know everything on the study guide then you are guaranteed to pass. He doesn't sugar-coat things so you know what you are getting into.

Cooper is a great teacher. He is very knowledgable. As long as you try to understand and study well for each test, you WILL do well. He is always adding additional office hours prior to each test along with study sessions which are incredibly helpful.

Nothing in this class is online! You will need a buddy if you can't attend class a couple times. The entire class is rote memorization, so be prepared to make flash cards and know them back and front!

Test was some what difficult but overall enjoyed his class.

He's a great professor, his lectures are very clear and to the point. He has a good sense of humor that makes the class fun! His exams are hard, but if you go to class and read the chapters you should be fine. Go to his review sections, it really helps!

Dr. Cooper is the smartest professor that I have ever had at Iowa State. He knows his stuff. And to get a good grade in the class is actually pretty easy. He gives you a study guide and only tests you over the information on the study guide. THERE IS NO M/C questions its ALL SHORT ANSWER so ya if you don't know the material you wont pass.

Cooper was great and ridiculously smart! I've learned more in his class than in others! He makes his own notes in class so you dontworry about copying down quickly from a ppt. Exams can be tough if u dont study & he uses the study guide, if you know the material put into your own words, or write what is your notes. Best class/teacher!

This professor does not teach slouch classes. If you don't go to lecture or get very good notes, you WILL NOT do well on his exams - they're short answer. No multiple choice. He has great study guides, and if you know what's on them you WILL get a good grade. This guy is an amazing professor and you'll learn a lot, but it will NOT be an easy A.

My all time favorite class! Cooper is very intelligent and I felt like I learned something interesting each class! He writes the notes as he goes so that you don't fall behind. Everything that are on the exams are in the study guides he hands out at the beginning of each section, so no surprises. Definitely recommend!

The tests are based off the study guides and of you make flash cards like he suggests then you'll pass easily. Lectures are so interesting he is humorous and is always willing to answer questions and even help you study for the tests if you come into his office hours. Favorite class this semester and definitely one of my favorite professors!

Cooper is a hilarious guy who really knows his material and makes learning fun. I looked forward to attending his lectures and found it easy to follow along( he posted an outline with blanks, so that you would follow along). He gave examples and told stories that made cases easy to remember involving the brain. I plan to take his Evolutionary Psych.

I don't know, just the way of his tests are really not my type

I had him my first semester and couldn't have been more happy with the class. The lectures were interesting and gave me a reason to get up early. I learned a ton in this class and even though it will really never play in my major I enjoyed the class and also learned about myself

Psych301 was the hardest class I've ever taken at ISU. Dr. Cooper expects you to memorize a short list of definitions (10) and be able to give short answer answers (mostly terms) for his exams, which means you're going to have to study. However, he gives you a sheet of what to study for on the exam which eliminates a lot of fluff. A+ Personality.

One of the best classes I've ever taken. Completely changed my perspective on human existence. Also, he's incredibly attractive.

The best professor and the best class I've ever taken! I HIGHLY recommend this course. Also, do the note cards and you will pass.

I'm going to add to all the glowing reviews. Dr. Cooper has very detailed lectures that he works through with his students. He is very descriptive and really wants his students to learn. There is a LOT of memorization involved, but he will work with everyone who asks for help. Taught me more about statistics than my statistics professor!

Not going to post anything too original here. Dr. cooper is one of the best profs I've ever had. Really clear and interesting classes. Make the notecards if you want to do well. After I started studying with them my grade went up a letter.

Psych 301 is required for Psych majors and minors so you should take it with Professor Cooper. He doesn't take attendance but his lectures aren't posted online so you need to go. Cooper does a great job of making a somewhat boring subject pretty interesting. The grade is entirely based on the 4 major exams and 3 stat exams. Do the flashcards too!

Dr. Cooper really knows his stuff. His class lectures are very interesting and his in class demonstrations are also very cool. He seems like a very easy guy to talk to.

Yes, Dr. Cooper! As a first year student at ISU, Dr. Cooper is easily one of the best teachers I have ever had. This guy 100% knows what he is talking about and explains the subject matter in a very concise manner. In addition, Dr. Cooper likes to add his own personal experiences to share with the class, which makes the class even more interesting!

Dr. Cooper was one of my first professors at Iowa State and his lectures were always ones I looked forward to. He commands attention with his loud voice and funny add ons to the everyday textbook material. I never felt bored or wanting to doze off during lectures and I would for sure take another class from Dr. Cooper if I had to opportunity.

He is engaging and funny. You learn a lot from his class.

funny, helpful, easy to discuss, good listener, coming to class is fun, slides are not posted so you need to come to class

Great professor. Dr. Cooper makes statistics actually make sense and his lectures are interesting. He is extremely easy to talk to and opens his office often if you have any questions or concerns. He makes a sheet of everything you need to know for the exam, so tests are very straightforward and transparent. Make flashcards and you'll easily pass.

Quizzes and tests are the only grades. There are correct answers and incorrect answers with nothing left up to interpretation. If you are in Cooper's class, you are going to learn the material well or fail. That being said, he is the best person at the art of teaching I have ever had the honor of being taught by.

I took this class as an elective, but Dr. Cooper ended up being my favorite teacher of the year. I was never bored during the lectures even though I couldn't care less about psychology. Really funny and is pretty cool, likes to talk about Reddit and videogames. Solid cool dude overall.

A great professor, easily entertaining and was great about explaining topics. Also pretty funny, which made class more interesting.

Really enjoyed the class. The class itself was pretty difficult because there is SO much to memorize and the midterms are all open ended and he is particular about wording. The stats is not too difficult and the quizzes on those are open note. Make sure to go to class or you will fall behind and go to his review sessions!

The class is only graded on 3 stats quizzes and 3 exams + the final exam. So if you don't do good on one its hard to make up those points. Everything on the quizzes/exams he spells out directly word for word in lecture, but also counts it wrong if you don't memorize these concepts word for word. Funny professor & SUPER knowledgable.

Prof. Cooper is one of the best Psych 101 professors. He keeps the class interesting, though you might fall asleep at times. He gives two 30 sec breaks during class which help you get back on track. 10/10 would recommend!

Unfortunately this class is a lot of formulas and definitions. Very little discussion. Office hours make a difference. He really is a nice guy, but he will give you a hard time if you're not focused during office hours. Attendance isn't graded but everything on the exam comes from class not a textbook.

Solid prof. Lectures were interesting and he seems very passionate about the subject matter. Class is easy enough if you go to the lectures. Nice guy

Graduated in 17, but I still think about this captivating and inspiring professor and I wish I could still learn from him. Took as many classes as I could of his, Evolutionary Psych was my favorite class Ive probably ever taken in my life. I still whip out my notes and try to give people the insight I was given. Truly remarkable. -Tess A :)

best of the teachers that tought the class

If you're willing to put the work in, you'll easily get a good grade. Three exams and three quizzes make up your grade. All exams are short answer, but Cooper gives you a review sheet at the start of each section. If you know the stuff on the sheet, you'll have no problem acing the exams (Flashcards are best for this). One of my favorite profs.

If you're willing to put the work in, you'll easily get a good grade. Three exams make up your grade. All exams are short answer, but Cooper gives you a review sheet at the start of each section. If you know the stuff on the sheet, you'll have no problem acing the exams (Flashcards are best for this). One of my favorite profs + did some cool demos

Dr. Cooper actually managed to make his lectures interesting. I was fascinated by the course material and appreciated the extra credit that they give. I could tell that Dr. Cooper really wanted us to succeed and enjoyed attending his classes.

Dr. Cooper is one of my favorite professors. He makes the material and tests very clear. He expects a lot to be memorized and understood but still manages to make class fun. I first had him for PSYCH 312 then 301. In psych 312, he often had activities to have us demonstrate and experience the topics firsthand.

Honestly the best course I've taken at ISU, likely the last time it will be offered before Professor Cooper retires and I feel sorry for people that weren't able to take it while he is teaching it.

Super funny guy and I absolutely loved his lectures. Great class to take

Loved his lectures, very entertaining.

This class was only exams, nothing else. The exams are written, and if you don't memorize things close to how he wants them memorized, you may get points off. You can't skip class unless you have someone to take notes for you, as he doesn't post notes online. While a hard class, I've learned more than I have in any class I've taken.

This professor is very funny and has a clear passion for Psychology. I always joke that each sentence he says sounds like it's coming from a motivational speaker. Grades are entirely based on tests and the notes from lectures aren't posted after. Study guides are long but memorize them and you will do fine on exams.

One of the greatest professors at ISU, legitimately funny, cares about his work, and his lectures are very interesting and not lecture-heavy. I didn't show up for class after the first 3 weeks though, because I just went to the PSYCH SI, and still got an A on every exam. Just remember to study a little bit and you'll get an A with no problem.

Psych101 changes their professors several times through the semester. Cooper has by far been my favorite. He makes class fun and I've always wanted to go to his class. He makes difficult concepts so easy to understand and although it is a large lecture hall, he always opens up for questions and discussions.

PSYCH 101 is a typical introductory class as far as material goes, but Dr. Cooper makes lectures very engaging. If you miss class, be sure to get the notes from somewhere. Exams are pretty much word-for-word from the notes.

This professor is very knowledgeable and cares for his students. When I asked questions, he knew how to answer them and put them into terms that I understood. Overall he is a really great professor

PSYCH 101 changes professors throughout the course since the topics are so diverse, but Dr. Cooper was really great. He made the content and lectures engaging, and the exams are pretty straightforward. If you go to lecture and take notes, this class isn't too difficult.