Cute and does magic in class

Nice and helpful, but gives too many quizes

At first he was hard to understand, but then you get uesd to the way that he lectures. The class is somewhat boring, but he tries to make it fun with visual examples and exercises.

good times

Hard, but cool guy! Expect to work!

It was a pretty tough class, but I got a lot out of it, and he really knows what he's talking about.

He has very high expectations, but if you read the book and take notes in class you'll survive. His teaching styles works best with over-achieving, independent students.

This is NOT a high school class! If you don't miss class, take notes, and read the book you'll be fine. Plenty of extra credit available. Willing to help outside of class. Study guides available for the asking.

Dr. Peterson is a good professor, but you have to work hard in his class. Attendance is not madatory, but if you expect to get a good grade in his class you better be there everyday and take good notes. He does have extra credit available.

Peterson is a good guy. The key is to talk to him outside of class with questions and comments. he's willing to help, and work with you...you just have to make the extra effort. MAKE SURE YOU READ THE BOOK TOO.

Ok, so I don't know what the majority of people are talking about...I loved him! Yes, you had to work and study, but welcome to college people, c'mon! Tests are very straight forward and he's more than willing to help!

Very hard course for being a 100 level class. Tests are very difficult. Must read the book as well as notes. VERY fast pace. Don't get behind in reading or else. Avoid if possible.

I thought that he did a good job teaching and his class wasn't too difficult.

Most people thought he was hard and boring. Not me. I thought it was very interesting, and if you stuided, easy. I got an A. I am a psych major and did not think he destroyed my learning like others on this board. He provides lots of extra credit.

You have to try really hard in his class. If you go to his office he will help you. There are assignments and extra credit to help your grade. I thought he was an awesome teacher. I learned a lot. Retype your notes and attend every class and you should do well.

He's not my favorite prof but he's not as bad as everyone makes him out to be. He expects a lot out of his students, afterall we are in COLLEGE. He is boring but he isn't out to get his students or anything. His tests are challenging but it is possible to get a gold star.

nice guy, but sometimes can't explain details very well. goes off on tangets and it takes him several minutes to get back on track.take notes as he talks. his tests are somewhat difficult, but offers extra credit, take advantage

This is the second time I have had him, and I have to say he was much harder this time. He talks all over the place. He is a nice guy though and will help you when you need it if you go see him.

Don't listen to the other people! Peterson really isnt' that bad. He is willing to help you if you make the effort. And, there is some extra credit. If you aren't interested in psych, don't take him. He makes you think outside the box, and at least I liked that. Give him a chance!

He is a very difficult teacher, but he knows what he is talking about. He defin. makes you look at things more in depth. You really have to study hard, and understand the material, more then knowing the vocab. If your willing to try you will do find. Ive learned a ton in his class. You have to be willing to put in the effort!

His class is a harder class, but isnt that what college is about? Peterson helps wherever needed, and the majority of his class time is spent lecturing examples. Ex Cr helps so much, and studying is obvious, pulling an A in his class amazed me. watch out for Nosretep...

Peterson is harder, boring class. He will help you with ANYTHING you need help with. In his class, anyone can get an A, it just depends on how much they can work for it. If you see the teacher in points where you are having trouble, he will help you straighten it out, and he lets you know this. If you cant pass his class, you shouldnt be in college

I dont know what everyone else is complaining about. I found him to be a more helpful professor than average and if you pay attention in class and actually do the readings the entire course is a sinch.

The previous reasons why they didn't like Dr. Peterson is because they were psyc 100 students. He asks alot from his students. Psyc 202 was a 2 credit course and homework took more time than 4 credit. However I learned alot from him... if you want the easy way out don't be in his pysc 100 class, if you want to learn something psyc majors, take him

HE IS THE COOLEST TEACHER EVER! AND HE IS VERY GOOD LOOKING!

I really don't understand why every rating is so bad. I was really intimidated to take this class and it's not bad at all. He is probably the most helpful professor ever, and is pretty clear as to what is going to be on the exam. You have to work for your grade,probably harder than a 4 credit class but he is willing to help and gives bonus points

Peterson is one of my favorite professors! You are in college and should have to work for your grade, and you will in his class. It is not that hard, show effort, meet with him, he will proof papers as many times as you want him to. Exams are predictable if you pay attention and read the book, and he gives a study guide. He is always there to help

I was afraid of this class because of all these negative ratings. However, he is not nearly as bad as what everyone is saying. If you have a good work ethic and TRULY like psychology, you will find his class very educational. I do agree that his lectures could be a little more lively, but overall the experience was not as bad as predicted!

The negative comments are ridiculous. Dr. P is the most helpful prof that I have ever taken... in person and email (he replies within half an hour). He really wants his students to learn (and do well) and is clear with expectations. He's a fair grader I def recommend him, you'll learn a lot.

Despite other critiques and warnings from others, I actually liked his class. He puts in his personal experiences or relates topics to things that you may understand better. If you need help with any concept or the homework then ask or email him and he will help you, sometimes giving you the answers even.

Very easy course. Lots of extra credit. Little homework. Tons of ways to earn points. Easy tests, few quizzes. Reading ahead of him as he asks is not impossible. All in all, nothing to be worried about.

No, he isn't the easiest prof. in the world, but if you work for the grade you'll get the grade. If he seems unclear ASK. If he is still unclear ASK AGAIN. All lecture and demonstrations. TAKE GOOD AND DETAILED NOTES. Read ahead. Good and interesting professor that taught me a lot. Loved the class, even though some people may disagree.

A lot of people say that he is bad and that he isn't clear, but honestly I think he is really clear about everything. I think people just have a hard time paying attention for long periods of time which is why they find him uninteresting. I look forward to going to his class everyday. But he is a tough grader. Very precise.

I don't see what the big deal is about him. Yeah, the class is long and can be pretty boring. But he tells you exactly what you need to know (multiple times) so as long as you show up to class, pay attention, and check VSpace religiously, you should be fine. He's not as bad as a lot of the previous raters have made him out to be.

He will teach you a lot. He is an interesting guy, but weird with the "Nosretep". He is one of the hardest grading professors. You will be able to pass if you study, but very likely you won't get higher than a C grade.

He is a tough professor, but if you pay attention in class you will pass without a problem. I suggest typing your notes and making a study guide, then sending it to him. He will send it back to you fleshing out any concepts you may not have understood and correcting things you did not understand. He does this really fast too! He's will work if u do

He's very hard core! but professional! He thrives on you going to office hours, turning things in early often=bonus points.If you do not want to work HARD, are over loaded, or just want a class to fill a spot...this class is NOT for you. He gives you all the materials that you need to pass the class, utilize, study, memorize his handouts and book.

Honestly, I would take Professor Peterson if you have the chance. You'll work super hard and probably get a C, but you will learn more than you have in any other psych class. In the end I'd rather pay for a lower grade and more knowledge than the other way around.

He is a very nice professor. He will be very helpful make a lot of use of office hours and email. This is the way to pass his class. Warning: I cannot stress enough if you take this class be sure you really want to be a psych major and take as many easy classes in conjunction with this class or your GPA will suffer!!!!

Many feel Peterson is a terrible teacher. This is entirely incorrect!!! The whole point of this class is to determine whether or not you will make it as a psych major. He provides all the materials you will need as well as available ANYTIME you ever need him. If you are devoted to psych as well as to being a good student, you will ace just as I.

Everyone takes him for 202 and freaks out because it's hard. The point is to make sure you are committed to psych. Anything after that he's a gem! More than willing to help and gets you ready from grad school! Take him for social psych and the lab!

Dr. Peterson is a huge reason I had a successful first semester at SVSU. He got me into the habit of finishing my papers early, and handing them in for feedback, which I now do for ALL of my classes. Yeah, the lectures are a little dry. Yeah, the tests are hard. But 202 is full of valuable information for psych students. GO TO OFFICE HOURS!

Dr Peterson is such a great professor. People don't like him because he's a hard grader and he may come across as intimidating but he cares about this students and his more than happy to help you with any assignments you need. Go to his office and you'll do just fine! He really pushes you to do your best and he loves students who show improvement!

I really liked Dr. Peterson. At first I thought his teaching method was ridiculously hard but its very apparent that he wants his students to learn. If you ask for help he is more than willing and though he "nit picks" your papers he is giving you actual feedback on what you need to improve! I'd take him again, I learned a lot in his course.