4.0

Gene Grey

Philosophy - Mt. San Antonio College

4.0
Quality
2.4
Difficulty
75%
Would Retake
83
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4.0
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2.4
Difficulty
4.0
Helpful
4.1
Clarity

75%

Would Retake

83

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What Students Say

“Very very little work”

PHIL8 - 3.0 rating

“I took the online course and it was one of the easiest and best classes that I've ever taken”

PHIL3 - 4.0 rating
Class Info

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100%

Attendance Mandatory

10%

Textbook Required

55%

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Inspirational (2)
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Caring (1)
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Reviews (83)
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PHIL
Apr 8, 2004

Excellent professor. Very clear and capable of doing his work. Easy, fun and interesting class.

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PHIL11
Apr 21, 2004

Great critical thinking class..TAKE THIS ONE. Uses interesting small text instead of big, expensive dry version, nice neat lectures, uses some video, leaves great notes in library on reserve...wish all took this class as basis for continuing ed...

5.0
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PHIL11
May 10, 2004

HE is a great teacher, there are 3 openbook/notes test and he makes the class enjoyble and easy. HE even lets us go early

5.0
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PHILOSOPHY
May 26, 2004

he is a great professor.

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PHIL3
Jul 6, 2004

Seemingly boring, tried his best to liven up the material but with logic what can you do? very hot...but unless you can stay awake thru 3 hours of utter boredom, do not take this class.

5.0
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PHIL3
Jul 12, 2004

Best teacher for Philosphy. No H.W., All tests and final were group work, open notes, open book. EASY A!!!. Take extensive notes, bring book to class everyday, and pick smart people to be in your group if you want an A.

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PHIL5
Jul 14, 2004

No Comments

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CRITTHINK
Aug 11, 2004

i was expecting the worst but, He is a great teacher and makes you think(in a good way) i highly recomend this class, simple tests , very interesting and knowledgable....worth taking

5.0
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PHIL12
Sep 30, 2004

He is a great teacher. He really care about the students, he will make sure all the students understand the materials before he goes to another sections. HIGHLY recommend!! He lets you out earily every time.

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PHIL5
Dec 3, 2004

Very easy class. He doesn't nag. No homework. Open book group tests. Laid back. Lectures are interesting sometimes because he adds weird metaphors and examples. He's one of the coolest professors.

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PHIL5
Dec 8, 2004

Great teacher learned a lot. Intresting material, never boring. A very entertaining teacher.

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PHIL5
Dec 21, 2004

It is true that the quizzes are open book and there are no hw but if you don't like philosophy then don't take this class. It can be very boring and it won't be easy if your not interested. You do have to read to get a good grade.

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PHIL12
Jan 3, 2005

Professor Grey went very in depth during his lectures but they would only last about half of the class and then leave. It was nice to leave early during the semester but I feel more instruction would have led to a better grade. LOTS OF READING.

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PHILCRITTHNK
Jan 5, 2005

A class that should be taught in H.S. even Jr. High. Not only is the subject matter important,but GG makes it interesting and fun. He's totally hot too! But he really takes the intimidation factor out of philosophy and makes you comfortable. I love him and I don't like guys. tee hee ;o)

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PHIL5
Jan 7, 2005

awesome teacher, no homework, easy quiz, very laid back. he is highly recommended.

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PHIL5
Jan 10, 2005

Professor Grey was an awesome teacher. No homework, but a lot of reading. I've had better philosophy teachers, but Mr. Grey was definitely out there. He's very inspirational and crazy at the same time. Three tests and one final is the whole grade. All tests are open book, open note group tests.

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PHIL1
Jan 27, 2005

easy A

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PHIL11
Grade: C
Apr 1, 2005

Class has some practicallity and everyone should take it if you are a hardcore thinker or philosophy major. This class will make you think and make you second guess your "beliefs" and the teacher is great and rather cute

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PHIL11
Apr 9, 2005

I found this teacher to be arrogant,condescending, "full of himself" and not at all helpful. He seemed to enjoy telling students that they didn't know anything. No one wanted to ask a question and be ridiculed. He was so unpleasant that I dropped the class.

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PHIL11
Apr 11, 2005

Okay teacher, at first I didn't like him, he seemed very full of himself and delighting in students lack of knowledge about the subject he is teaching. As time passed, however, I grew to like the guy. Subject is difficult, but he is pretty clear, NOT AN EASY A, but he gives group, open note tests!

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PHIL5
Apr 26, 2005

Best Teacher Ever!

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PHIL11
May 18, 2005

hard ass class, but you can easily get an A.open notes, open book, plus 2 friends to work on the test with.the teacher tries to get you to think critically,and because of that, most negative posts are from those who do not want to think.he isnt arrogant at all, but more sarcastic like.go to class, sit next to smart ppl=A.but go for credit/no credit

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PHIL11
May 23, 2005

Gene sucks!! He's a weird guy who I took several semesters ago and seemed fine then;he was even helpful at the time. But now, he's so caught up in the critical thinking mentality that he fails to be sociable and helpful--a total skeptic. Totally intimidating lectures and unhelpful. Don't get caught up in the hype of this guy.

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PHIL5
May 25, 2005

This class is pretty easy. There are no written assignments, just reading for homework. The tests are done in groups and they are open book. The tests are true or false. The class was interesting.

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ETHICS
Jun 27, 2005

I Loved this class!! I looked forward to exploring new topics each week! I recommend it for someone who is interested in Politic's. There are quizes every other week that are open book, open note, and in groups! Its both easy and hard..you gotta use your noggin.

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PHIL12
Grade: A-
Jul 12, 2005

great teacher! very well-dressed! love his course. he is very professional. helpful and clear on the subject! highly recommend him!

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PHILSOPY12
Aug 1, 2005

No Comments

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PHIL3
Aug 10, 2005

Worse teacher I have ever taken, can't explain a thing worth a damn, class is tough, unhelpful, waaaaaayyyy to unclear.. This guy shouldn't be teaching, especially Logic!

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PHIL11
Grade: A
Aug 24, 2005

Strange and mostly boring lectures. Group tests. Would not take again.

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PHIL3LOGIC
Aug 11, 2005

I don't know how this guy got such positive feedback. He's one of those cocky professors who thinks his**** don't stink. He was unclear in his explanations and based our entire grade on 4 tests. He put trick questions on tests. Wouldn't recommend him at all. I think the last comment was from someone in my class.

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PHIL11
Aug 24, 2005

Not an easy class without studying your notes and read the book. Like what everyone else said, he seems "full of himself" in the beginning, but there is a purpose to his method. He will train you to think, critically. If you cannot, then open book/notes won't help you pass. Class is limited and waitlist is long, but why is that?

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ENGLISH1C
Aug 30, 2005

very easyvery staight forward. kinda funny.

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IDONKNOW
Aug 31, 2005

No Comments

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PHIL5
Sep 1, 2005

Love him!!! He's so cool, and the Final was in groups, open book!! Muah Prof!!

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PHIL11
Oct 4, 2005

Very enthusiastic about the subject. An engaging speaker. Best teacher for a critical thinking class.

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PHIL11
Oct 12, 2005

Awesome teacher and class. Many people call him arrogant because he makes you evaluate your own beliefs, however unfounded, and try to examine what you think. This irks many people who think that he is attacking them specifically. I'd reccommend this teacher to ANYONE willing to step outside the proverbial box and take a look at themselves.

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ANYPHILOSOPHY
Oct 27, 2005

Great teacher! Knows how to teach, most tests are taken in groups with open book/notes. Insipired me to major in philosophy. Gene Grey has a great appreciation for philosophy and its implications in every day life.

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PHIL
Nov 2, 2005

What are those people talking about...out of my whole college career which is now 3 years he was by far the hardest I have ever taken only 3 tests were administered and that was it...that was your grade...no homework...no make up work...no extra credit...no class participation...those people were on crack when they wrote those reviews!Yes I passed

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PHIL11
Nov 17, 2005

Great teacher, lets you know ahead what will be in the (4) test plus the final. test are easy and you take them in groups. Just make sure you read.

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PHIL11
Jan 9, 2006

This class definitely requires some critical thinking...tests are somewhat tricky so try being with a smart person for these group tests, it'll really help! Attendance is required, but lectures are pretty interesting. This class really opens your perspective to some new things :D

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PHILOSOPHY11
Jan 10, 2006

This man does not wave a magic wand, tell you he saw a ghost/ufo, or like John Edwards. He lives by the sceptic code of requiring a great deal of evidence to believe anything. Unlike most people who study philosophy, you can tell he Lives by the philosophy. He'll sit and rap with you after class too, if you can handle it. An excellent professor.

5.0
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PHILOSOPHYINTO
May 21, 2006

It's funny how people who are lazy **** on this site about teachers who had nothing to do with them not getting the grade they thought they deserved. I have been attending school 2 years and Professor. Grey is the best teacher I have ever taken hands down. His classes changed my life. Guess what guys life isn’t easy, so stop crying and work hard.

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PHILOSOPHY11
May 31, 2006

THE BEST TEACHER EVER!!

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PHIL5
Jun 29, 2006

Teacher was alright, the class was overall pretty hard though even though there weren't any quizes and there were all open book test and finals and that in a group!! So there is no way how you could cheat lol. So just take him but be ready to have some hard readings ahead of you. No homework just reading for every two weeks there will be an exam

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PHILOSOPHY5
Aug 7, 2006

NO JOKE!! The people that you read about in the philosophy book were on hard core drugs because the stuff you read about is insane. No normal person that is not on drugs would even think about the stuff theses guys write about. This subject is absoultely out of this world so be prepared. Now on the the teacher this guy is cool and knows philosophy really well. Also the way he teaches really blows your mind because this stuff is so out there. You have a book but dont read it cuz i guarentee you wont understand it unless you are on the same drugs that the guys who wrote it were on. All you have to do is take good notes and you will pass. The test are cool too because they are open book, open note tests and you get in a group of about 5 people and take the quiz. I didnt read one page and i got a C which is cool but since you get group test i would recomend this teacher because if you had to read this stuff and take a test on your own i dont think you would pass. You definetly need your peers in this subject to help you understand

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PHIL3
Dec 12, 2006

He's a wonderful professor in terms of teaching, though his grading policy should be improved...add some other grade instead of just having 5 tests to determine the grade. However, overall he's a great professor. The lecture is clear and he helps anybody to go through the arguments if he/she doesn't understand it.

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PHIL11
Aug 22, 2006

No Comments

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PHIL8
Dec 15, 2006

IM SERIOUS: this was the best class i have ever taken in my life. He has this way of teaching that trips you out of your mind. The class has made my major switch to philosophy. The tests are ALL trick questions though, so watch out. he does tell you what will be on the test though

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PHIL3
Jan 4, 2007

Man....this is one difficult class. I love philosophy and this class blew my mind. It makes you rethink everything and its like he playing with your mind while your playing with a rubix cube at the same time lol. This is a serious class not for the faint of heart. He is very helpfull and gives you gobs of extra credit, his gradeing isnt hard either

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PHIL8
Jun 14, 2007

His teaching can be pretty difficulty at first, but it clarifies as the course progresses. This class will likely make you re-evaluate your beliefs. It is very interesting if your into critical thinking and thinks like that. However, he can be extremely blunt at times, but do not interpret it as if he is rude. It is just his personality.

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PHIL5
Jul 25, 2007

i went into his class not knowing what i wanted to do with college and came out a philosophy major. if your into the stuff, then youll love it, just not for everyone. group tests define your grade, so either love the stuff and read it all, (which can be hard) or leach on to someone smart. highly recommended teacher. lots of extra credit. thorough.

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PHIL8
Nov 20, 2007

I hated this guy. He is so arrogant and sure of himself, makes you feel stupid when you ask him questions, he considers the incoherent textbook to be his bible. Does let you have a partner and use notes and text on the test, but that sure doesn't make them easy. I had such high hopes for this class, and this guy ruined it for me. Take someone else.

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PHIL6
Jan 25, 2008

he sucks!he rolls his eyes at you if you say a wrong answer makes you feel like an idiot. its cool that its open notes, book, and you get to have a partner for a test. but his monotone will put you to sleep and by far the worst teacher i have ever had.

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PHIL11
May 21, 2008

He's a great teacher. It's not an easy class. test are open notes and you can take it with a partner. =)

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PHIL12
Dec 19, 2008

WOW! Logic is extremely hard. I would not recommend taking his logic course unless you know what you are getting into with logic to begin with. Other than that good teacher for the subject, you are allowed to make up tests and no homework.

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PHIL8
Feb 1, 2009

This class is pretty difficult and he is arrogant. He gives out chapter notes but if you don't pay constant attention you'll have no idea what's going on. Make sure you have a partner who pays attention because the tests are pretty hard. If you're religious, you can't take things personally in this class. I received a B.

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PHIL6
Apr 1, 2009

I find this class great. Yes, he's not the most socially aware guy. He tends to ask questions that no one answers, and belittles people for wrong answers or no answers. Also, he's not really good at simplifying concepts. He doesn't tend to clarify things much, just reword them or repeat complex concepts. If you are a math and/or English person, thi

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PHIL12
May 27, 2009

It was the hardest classes of all the philosophy classes at LBCC. Its a good sub instead of taking ENGL 3. But it was hard. 5 tests and a final. But final was soo easy that if you got an A, and the rest was like C's and D's for the tests, you'll pass the class. Just pay attention and make sure you get partial of the subject and you'll do find.

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PHIL6
Aug 13, 2009

He's a great instructor.The tests are open book-notes and in some you get a partner.The readings are very interesting and devastating,I will never forget The Myth of Sisyphus.

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PHIL8
Aug 18, 2009

Loved his class. People take offense to his lecture, but to make an omelet, you need to crack some eggs. Discussion of religion is a necessity in almost every PHIL class! Other than that, Gene's course has elevated my critical thinking.

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PHIL8
Sep 29, 2009

Not very helpful. When you ask questions he makes you feel stupid and not anwerns questions. He should be there to teach. However, I don't think he answers anything because he does not understand the book himself. Is he not getting paid to teach. Not to confuse students and make them feel dumb by not understading the incoherent book.

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PHILO08
Jan 25, 2010

Great professor, if you don?t get intimidated by his demeanor and stay in the class you will not regret it.

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PHIL8
Dec 31, 2010

I really enjoyed his class even though I took it at night. He made philosophy interesting to me. His class wasn't all that hard, but you have to study. His test are mostly open book so it shouldn't be too bad. I would love to re take this class only because it was really interesting to learn about philosophy!

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PHIL8
Jun 30, 2011

If you do the reading and know it well you will earn an A in this class. He goes over almost everything on the tests in class, and if he does not it is all in the reading or lecture notes he has available. The tests are also open book, but that does not mean they are easy. The questions are tricky. Make sure that you read through the test questions

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PHILOCRIT
Jul 22, 2011

Funny guy. This man is clear, laid back, intelligent,and is always happy. his class is epic. you'll learn to be wiser and be better at life.

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PHIL8
Dec 12, 2011

I don't see how someone can drop or fail this class. His lectures are clear if you pay attention and do the readings. Not to mention the subject is very important in applying it to common misconceptions. This class made me feel more in tune with current events and care more about the future. The textbook is also worth the read. Question everything.

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PHIL8
Feb 22, 2012

he's a pretty attractive man(; He is a very easy professor. No homework assignments and each test is a group test, but some of the questions may be a little confusing. Sometimes its hard to follow what he's saying and even though he accepts different views, learned a lot from hiM!(:

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PHIL8
Nov 10, 2012

Ok, once you get over his rough and bitter exterior and atheist like beliefs, he actually is pretty cool teacher. Very very little work. He uses a lot of big words so it is hard to understand what the heck he is talking about sometimes. Take the class it is really easy!

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PHIL8
Feb 22, 2013

A smart and interesting guy. So practical, realistic, and rational it is almost aggravating. I kind of took this class by accident, just to fill up my schedule with a required category, but it wound up being my favorite class. The discussions were very thought provoking, and the tests weren't very hard. I would take every class he teaches.

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PHIL8
Mar 25, 2013

Go to class! easy test if you go to class every day! One essay and 3 test. He gives you the textbook; no need to buy one. Good Class! I got a "B".

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PHIL8
Aug 28, 2013

Professor is very intellectual, almost to the point where he seems arrogant. The material is fairly confusing, definitely takes a lot of thought to understand. The grading system is definitely poor in my opinion, it should not be based on JUST 4 tests, of which, getting an A is nearly impossible. Hard to get an A, easy to get anything less.

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PHILO5
Dec 11, 2014

such a good class filled with discussions and arguments! I really enjoyed this class with Professor Grey, he's very clear with his assignments and topics! The book wasn't needed for this class what so ever. LOVED this class :)

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PHIL5
Grade: A
Feb 15, 2015

Honestly Gene Grey's intro to Philosphy class was the best of both worlds it was super easy and very interesting. Your grade is based on 4 tests and a final and you are allowed to use your notes and your phone during the test. The discussions get pretty intense sometimes and it makes you rethink alot of what you thought you knew. Easy A!

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PHIL3
Grade: A
Aug 13, 2015

easy class, he has video lectures so you don't even need to go to class. but going to class is much easier to understand. the material is confusing its like math in a way, but once you get it, its very easy. didnt but the textbook but got an A in the class

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PHIL3
Grade: A
Jan 16, 2016

I took the online course and it was one of the easiest and best classes that I've ever taken. Easily the most interesting course that I've taken in my academic career. The online course had video lectures that are simple and to the point. The tests were multiple choice and didn't have any curveballs. Textbook required.

5.0
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PHIL9
Grade: A+
Feb 23, 2017
Would take again

professor grey is clutch. he loves to challenge students into little debates and really makes you think outside of the box. literally no homework and everything is usually group tests and he posts lectures online too. gives great feedback and is so intellectual. he shows very interesting visuals during lecture too, truly recommend him for phil9

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PHIL9
Grade: A
Jan 20, 2019
Would take again

Easiest class ever!!!! So glad he gives group tests and has no hw :D Take this class over 1C

Hilarious
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PHIL9
Grade: A
Jun 12, 2019
Would take again

Professor Grey is different than most professors. He definitely cares about the students education more than the grade. Easiest class one can take! Group tests, the tests are challenging, but you have access to everything during the exam. So as long as you listen to the lecture you and your group will be fine and most likey get an A. Take him!!!

Respected
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
1.0
PHIL3
Grade: B+
Jun 13, 2019
Would take again

Honestly, the PHIL3 is very confusing, but you'll understand it eventually, he is a easssssssy best chill professor ! take him.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Hilarious
3.0
1.0
PHIL5
Nov 15, 2019
Wouldn't take again

The class is pretty easy. Devices are okay, you can find most exam answers through his lecture notes online, and you can work together in groups. However, the actual class is incredibly dull. You'll pass the class, but the grand majority of your time is spent listening to him recite text. Basically, its an easy A, but it is mind numbingly boring.

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PHIL3
Grade: A
May 22, 2020
Would take again

Easy class, at least for me. I know some other kids in my class had trouble. But as long as you under stand the material its an easy A. He ended up canceling our finals because he broke his foot. If you see this feel better professor grey!

Respected
Amazing lectures
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PHIL1
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Nov 7, 2020
Wouldn't take again

literally learned nothing but start with 1500 words essay for every two weeks plus a test that I have no idea what to answer. glad I dropped on time

Lots of homework
Skip class? You won't pass.
So many papers
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PHIL5
Grade: A
Feb 14, 2021
Would take again

This professor is one of the best, especially for online classes. He made the work easy but at the same time we actually had to learn. He is super helpful and friendly as well. If you fail his class then you're just not willing to try. If you at least try you'll pass easily.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Inspirational
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

10%

Textbook Required

55%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

A-

86% confidence
Based on 12 grades
Most common grades:
A (8)
C (1)
A- (1)
Grade Distribution
A(9)B(0)C(1)D(1)F(0)A-/B+(2)
Based on 13 reported grades
A: 8
C: 1
A-: 1
A+: 1
Common Tags
Respected (4)
Hilarious (3)
Inspirational (2)
Amazing lectures (2)
Gives good feedback (2)
GROUP PROJECTS (1)
Caring (1)
Graded by few things (1)
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PHILOSOPHY

5.0

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CRITTHINK

5.0

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PHILCRITTHNK

5.0

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ETHICS

5.0

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IDONKNOW

5.0

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