4.2

Gorden Whitman

Psychology - Old Dominion University

4.2
Quality
1.7
Difficulty
84%
Would Retake
180
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1.7
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84%

Would Retake

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What Students Say

Book is great for confirming notes

PSY201 - 4.0 rating

He gives you the answers to the tests, midterm, and final

PSYC201S - 4.0 rating
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Attendance Mandatory

32%

Textbook Required

64%

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Reviews (180)
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PYCH102
Jan 11, 2005

This man is hilarious. I was thinking of dropping this class. But this man made me have to take it. He is so funny and he seems real easy going.

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PSYCH102
Jan 13, 2005

funny

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PSYCHOLOGY201S
Mar 14, 2005

He was an awesome teacher and made everything seem so simple. He was so funny and the class isn't boring at all!!

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PSYCH201
Apr 19, 2005

Freakin awesome teacher. Alwayz willing to help anyone at anytime. DEFINATELY COME TO FRIDAY REVIEW SESSIONs, helps with the exams. DO your work and you are good to go. 1 paper, 2 exams is all you got to worry about!

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PSY201
May 12, 2005

His Exam will end up being take homes... GOt an A on midterm and went to class once before final exam and didnt do very well on last exam... make sure you go to friday class for test review.. overall i still got a B

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PSYCH102
Sep 1, 2005

Excellent Teacher!!! His method of teaching was very clear and easy to understand. 1 paper, 2 exam. Make sure you attend Friday review sessions. I would RECOMMEND this calss to anyone. He is hilarious!

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PSY201
Nov 18, 2005

He gave us take-home exam. He was really funny and hillarious. Gave us one report, it was unique and fun to do. Strongly recommended.

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PSYC408
Nov 21, 2005

He was an excellent professor! He made every class interesting to attend and I learned more in this elective class than in my major courses. One paper assignment required and it was fun to write about myself. He realized that we had lives outside of school and taught us that way. Take him for anything he teaches!

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PSYC203
Apr 10, 2006

Very good teacher and VERY Hot!! You should take this professor. He is very interesting to listen to and is always making jokes. Go to every class period, try not to miss any classes, your grade depends on it. He gave my class a take home midterm and he is letting us use notecards on the final. GREAT teacher.

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PYSC201
Apr 12, 2006

Class is really easy and I got an A, but I don;t think I learned anything the whole year. All he does is give you questions sometimes answers to the midterm (which is a pretty much in class test) And on the final you get to have 8 notecards!! Take this for an easy A but dont expect to be challenged.

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PSYC201
Apr 13, 2006

Whitman is funny. He's always cracking jokes. He gives you the topics on the midterm and final and sometimes the answers. He showed us the actual midterm and it was take-home. Allows 8 notecards for final. Not sure I've really learned anything though.

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PSYC201
Apr 25, 2006

Take this class if ur looking for an easy grade, but not if you want to learn a ton. Only 2 grades - the midterm & final. Midterm was takehome & he gave us most of the answers. Final was partly takehome & he also gave us lots of answers. Very funny, but makes many jokes involving sexual subjects, so if ur not comfortable with that, don't take him.

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PSYC201
Apr 28, 2006

midterm was take-home and we did the majority of it in class; for the final we can have 8 notecards which is cool, but i didnt learn anything in this class; Whitman is funny though

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PSYC203
May 12, 2006

Midterm and Final were both take home and every question is True or False. He will give you all the questions from both and 90% of the questions come straight from the chapter summaries.

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PSYCH201
Aug 30, 2007

Freakin FUNNY! Hello? He may be difficult to read for the young girls who asked a MILLION questions, but come in with an OPEN mind. Trust me, take this class! It is FUN and he gives great opportunity to COMPREHEND the subject matter rather than memorize. That's what college SHOULD BE! Awesome class.

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PSYC201
Nov 16, 2007

Great teacher, Class not that challenging

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PSYC201
Nov 22, 2007

I love this class.It is quite interesting and he is an excelent teacher.

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PSYCH201S
Dec 7, 2007

He is absoluted great. 3 test. one paper. mini projects that are extra credit. Easy A. I love this class. Really easy. Attendance not mandatory but u should be there. He's very corny, but fun.

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PSYC201
Dec 13, 2007

Awesome teacher, very funny! Makes corny jokes but funny. 2 Tests and final and paper. All other assignments extra credit. Gives you study guide with test question topics and page numbers, great teacher! Would recomment to EVERYONE who wants an easy A, interesting class or fun! Attendence is not mandatory but you should go! TAKE THIS CLASS!!

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PSYCH201
Jan 20, 2008

AWESOME professor. There's only 2 tests a final and a paper and A LOT of extra credit. He gives you study guides for all the test and may show you parts or all of the actual test. He's very funny (in a corny way), and interesting, go to class with an open mind he can be unpredictable :-) I wish he taught all my classes. EASY A

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PSYCH201
Jan 23, 2008

all of youg uys are wrong...How about FIVE test and a final....lots of material....you definitely have to study extra hard and attend every class in order to pass....

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PSYCH201
Jan 30, 2008

The class is somewhat easy, he gives you a study guide before every test..and gives you a lot of the specific questions that will be on the test ahead of time, BUT you still have to take the time to look up the answers, which takes awhile. He gives you chances to gain extra credit, but it was a boring class. you take a lot of notes as well.

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PSYC201
Apr 23, 2008

He's funny, nice, and very helpful. He also rambles sometimes and gets off topic. Just attend class and you will so fine. He practically gave us the answers with the study guides and only one test was closed book.

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PSY201
May 2, 2008

He is so F'ing funny. Great teacher, interesting mind. loved this class. best psych class ive taken so far. Go to every single class if you want to pass. fill out the study guide completely.

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PSYC201
May 3, 2008

This guy is the bomb man. Great Professor. Highly recommend taking this class.

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PSYC101
May 8, 2008

BEST PROFESSOR IN THE WORLD!!!

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PSY201
May 20, 2008

whitman is one of my favorite professors ever! he is hilarious awesome and nice. its not an easy class though. you have to work for your grade. he helps you as much as he can. all the tests except for one were open notes/book but you still have to study hard. if you take plenty of notes and do lots of extra credit, you should ace this class.

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PSYCH201
Jun 23, 2008

great professor easy a

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PSYCH201
Nov 16, 2008

I should have dropped his class from day 1. It is a waste of time to show up-but make sure you always go to class the clas before you have the test- other than that dont bother.His tests are open book yet they are STILL hard. HE MAKES UP ALL THE INFO ON THE FIRST 50 QUESTIONS OF THE TEST! there are FOUR lobes in your brain, according to him its 8

4.0
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PSYC201S
Nov 17, 2008

very cool and down to earth teacher. the class is overall easy as long as you do the reading that is assigned. half the test comes exactly from the book(multiple choice) and the other from class (t or f). there are 5 test. no quizes. conducts a very interesting and funny class.

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PSYCH201
Nov 19, 2008

HE IS A GREAT AND EASY TEACHER! He is really crazy..talks about sex alot which keeps you awake and alert lol every test is open note and book except for one so this class is SUPER EASY to do well in. Definitely an easy A class...TAKE HIM!

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PSYC101
Nov 20, 2008

As an older student I am offended by his use of "sex" talk to "keep his students awake." I also hated the class size...380+...I felt like a head of cattle...no personal attention. If you attend class and take notes and attend the review (he gives answers away directly from the test) you will get a good grade...but I learned NOTHING...

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PSYCH201
Nov 20, 2008

I would just like to say, its not his fault he has a lecture class. Anyways, Whitman is wonderful. He is HILARIOUS, intelligent and entertaining. EASY A!

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PSYC201
Nov 22, 2008

Oh Whitman.. HILARIOUS. hands down funniest professor. Before tests, he hands out answers. Didnt really learn all too much in there, but only because he didnt completely require it.. He gave a lot of information and was willing to talk one on one if anything wasnt clear. BIG classes, but he will do his best to help when needed.

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PSYC201S
Nov 24, 2008

i will have to say, i didnt learn much to anything in this class but if you're just taking the class to get the credit, go for it because he basically gives you the answers to the take home tests right before he gives it out. hes hilarious and is always cracking jokes. and his TA, Robbie, is hot! pretty much an A grade class. i defiently recommend.

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PSYC201
Dec 2, 2008

One of the best teachers i have. Take his class!!!

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PSYCH201
Dec 4, 2008

at the begginning of the year he tells you that all his students get either a's, b's or c's. why? cuz he just wants you to get an a and then get out. just go to class a couple days before the tests and he gives you the answers. in my opinion he's not funny at all, but you know what - who cares? he's giving you the a. laugh to make him feel good

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PSYCH201
Dec 14, 2008

He confuses me during his lectures. Basically, whatever grade you get on the final is the grade you get. Yes, even if you've been failing the entire time, you get an A if you make an A on the exam.

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PSYCH201
Dec 14, 2008

he's real nice kind of has a wierd vulgar humour its not all that funny it's just funny cuz he thinks its funny but he's cool one in class test the other are take home and final is open book.its an interesting class and pretty easy he makes it easy for you to learn he just wants everybody to do good. HIGHLY RECOMMEND him i wish he was still my prof

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PSYC201
Dec 18, 2008

Great Guy and teacher. he is helpful and course is easy all take home test except for exam and test easy good class take! GPA booster

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PSYCH112
Jan 13, 2009

He is a crazy professor! he is ALL over the place yelling random stuff during class really funny! he is pretty easy all the tests are take home so get a book! and the final is all the old tests together with some new stuff

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PSY201
Jan 30, 2009

He is a cool professor he yells random stuff to make people laugh and keep you awake. He makes the class interesting and fun. You need to work with a partner and he is helpful on you finding a good partner. Group studying helps and most tests are take home. Great professor he wants everyone to pass his class. That is not a normal with most prof's.

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PSYC201
Apr 27, 2009

He practically gives you the answers to all the tests. Easy, easy, easy class. He's really funny and interesting too. He'll make lame jokes and laugh at himself. He even got up on the stage and danced. Awesome teacher.

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PYSCH201
May 4, 2009

Dr. Whitman is the man!! He is hilarious. He makes class fun. Class is easy, he practically tells you every test question before you take it. First half of tests are take home, and second half of test is in class. Go to class if you want this class to be easy, it will be worth it!! Awesome guy!! Easy A...I wish he taught more classes.

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PSYCH201S
May 5, 2009

this guy was insane. basically just told you the topics but didnt explain them. on review days is when your most likely to learn cause thats when he explains topics (but only the ones you ask about) he did give a lot of answers but i learned more from the TA than him. real easy to get lost b/c he'll tell you something serious then say it's not true

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PSYC201
May 11, 2009

so annoying.hated his ckass

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PSY201
May 18, 2009

cool teacher, most of the tests were take home, i would recomend because it is a gpa booster

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PSYCH201
Nov 1, 2009

This prof. is just annoying to me! All his tests are true/False which is just insane! If your in it for the grade your golden he practically gives you the test answers and its all done at home, but if your in it to learn you can count yourself out of luck because he is USELESS

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PYSC201
Nov 18, 2009

Professor Whitman is the best teacher I've had by far here at ODU. I LOVE going to class and he makes every class interesting and worth your time. Yes, you do have to use your textbook to learn (those of you who complained below!!!) ITS COLLEGE. Tests are True/False and he is always willing to help in and out of class, all you gotta do is shout out

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PSYC201S
Nov 24, 2009

Awesome teacher! I love going to this class. Those that dont attend his lecture just don't know what they are missing.He is entertaining and funny.You still need to work on your part to make perfect grades in this class though but I paid attention and went to class and didn't do really any studying and did a little above average.

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PSYCH201
Dec 11, 2009

Awesome professor. Gives very helpful information for course.

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PSYC201S
Dec 14, 2009

EASY!! if you fail somethings wrong, he practically gives you all the answers.

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PSYC201S
Dec 14, 2009

Nice guy,amusing class.Easy if you dont care.He pretty much gives you the answers.But it sucks if you actually want to learn. ?s are all TF,some based on things that have nothing to do with psych.Reading the book doesnt help cause he has his own ideas.In class we barely touch on an idea;he spends more time on stupid technicalities than actual stuff

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PSY201
Dec 20, 2009

Funny, Good guy and you should get an A

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PSYC201
Jan 3, 2010

i got an A in this class but i dont know how .. sometimes he gives answers to the test but when he doesnt some of them are very hard to figure out... some may be like 4 lines and you just get confused.. but a good thing is all tests are online!

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PSYCH201S
Jan 5, 2010

loved him! he made the class extremely interesting. i never once used the book, all you need to do is attend class and write down his notes on the powerpoints and what he says. he made class fun and was very enthusiastic about what he teaches. i would definitely take this class over again!

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PSYC201
Jan 7, 2010

He is awesome! He really keeps you paying attention in class and he's really funny. He loves to say inappropriate words to keep you awake. He really cares a lot about psychology and you can really tell how dedicated he is. He is really helpful too. Theres 4 test and the final and they are all online. i'd definitely take him again!

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PSYC101
Apr 13, 2010

Honestly, I never went to class, never took notes, didn't buy the book, and still got an A+. He gives you all the answers to every test ( always T/F). If you do bad in this class you should reconsider college...

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PSYCH201
Apr 14, 2010

HE DOES NOT GIVE THE ANSWERS ANYMORE! The average in the class was a C.I looked on this site and took this teacher and am doing bad! All he does is BULL**** till the last 2 classes before the test, and then gives you alittle info that's actually going to be on the test.

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PSYC201
Apr 14, 2010

I had to stop going to class because I got so annoying with this guy. All he does is joke around and talk to you like you're 5 years old. Nothing he says is useful. You can't use the book to study for the tests because he makes EVERYTHING up! Basically if you don't go to class and deal with him, you will do poorly. I hated this class. AVOID HIM!!!

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PSYC201S
Apr 15, 2010

Awesome Subject & Coolest Professor To Explain, not Lecture!

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PSYC201
Apr 19, 2010

He is super weird and makes random jokes but you should get a good grade in his class. Make sure you go to class and take notes. He doesnt take info from the book he just tells you what he wants the answers to be. All the test are online too.

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PSYCH201
Apr 19, 2010

Easy as they come. He's a bit weird though. Gives answers to tests. Show up, take notes, get an A. Tests all on blackboard, even the final.

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PSYCH201
Apr 26, 2010

Professor Whitman is awesome! A little crazy but if you go to class and take notes you'll pass the class for sure.

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PYSCH201
May 2, 2010

He is extremely goofy, but demands attention. You cannot help but pay attention. I attended all classes because it is His information, not the textbooks. He goes over test questions two days before the test. If you do not do well in his class. You are extremely lazy. Show up, take notes, use them for the test and get an A!

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PSYCH201
May 5, 2010

I have to admit he was one of the wierdest/looniest teachers I've had, but he is a good one! Makes class fun and gives notes that are going to be one the test. Gives actual test questions before the test, and all his tests are online. Just make sure to take notes and you'll get at least a B, if not easy A

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PSYCH201
May 14, 2010

He's really weird. All tests are done online. It's pretty easy if you go to class. Will get an A in the end, if so.

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PSYC201
Jul 24, 2010

Great Teacher.if you chose to go 2 his class he has powerpoints but it is more important to write down what he says in class. the more you write the better your grade. test are online open note and open book. attendance isnt really that important as long as you come 2 days before the test because he goes over the questions and answers.YOU'LL LUV IT

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PSYCH201
Aug 13, 2010

FANTASTIC teacher, wants you to come to class and take notes on powerpoints and what is said. Everything is online to take and he gives you answers for exams.Book not really needed.Damn easy to pass the class and also easy to get an A. May get boring but the man is truly awesome. Just pay attention and the A is there

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PSYCH201
Sep 10, 2010

He is very wierd..he loves **** and ****. Thats all he talks about. But he is a good funny teacher...if you like ****. GOOD GUY...take him

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PSYCH203
Nov 11, 2010

Hilarious teacher, likes to cuss but he's pretty cool & is a little crazy sometimes, but overall a really good teacher. One of my favorites. There's a test every 2 or 3 weeks, which are all online. GO TO CLASS!!!!! He will actually pull up the test & go over questions. He's very helpful. Buy the textbook, you will NEED it!

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PSYC203
Nov 12, 2010

Awesome teacher. No hmwk or quizzes, tests are open book and makes class fun. Very opinionated and tells you what he believes. Passionate about psychology

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PSYC203
Nov 23, 2010

Easy Class. go to every class in the beginning of the semester, toward the end you don't have to go. only grades are 5 test online open book. he is mad weak

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PSY201
Nov 25, 2010

Great professor. Go to class and take notes (easy) DEFINITELY go to class 2 days before tests (he gives you most of the answers). Very dry sense of humor lol.

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PSYC201S
Dec 27, 2010

Real easy to pass this class. All his tests are open book and online and he reads questions straight off the tests. I didn't do all that well on his tests but I killed the final exam and got an A!!

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PSYC201S
Dec 27, 2010

Real easy to pass this class. All of his tests are online and they're open book. He's very funny and says a lot of random stuff. He also reads questions strait off the test in class. Even if you don't do well on the tests just study hard for the final exam and you'll still get an A.

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PSYC201
Apr 10, 2011

I HIGHLY RECOMMEND HIM.. EASY A. And ALL exams are online and you have 5 days to take it. The only exam that is not online is the final at the end of the semester.

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PSYC201
Apr 19, 2011

Whitman is the most awesome professor! TAKE HIM! you will get an A! there's no way to fail his class unless you don't take the final. He is ery funny, although some of his jokes are odd, he makes them funny! YES! YES! YES!

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PSYC201
Apr 28, 2011

Best professor Ive had since my 3 years at ODU. Makes class extremely interesting and wants every one to do well. Class attendance is mandatory if you want to get a good grade since all his tests are based off his lectures. Always making jokes to make class fun, would def. recommend!

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PSYC201S
May 9, 2011

Easy A. Class was very interesting and he made it worth while to come.

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PYSCH201
May 14, 2011

He's a nut! But he's funny and he makes the class a lot less boring. He likes to make up his own words and put them on the test. Didn't really use the book and still got an A. As long as you go to every single class, you'll be good, he likes to give out test answers (straight off the test) in class.

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PSYC201
May 21, 2011

His class is fun and funny. Attendance is not mandatory, but it helps you out a lot if you go anyway. The only grades are 4 tests (which are online and open note) and a final (which is in class and closed book.) All in all it was a great class and you learn a lot.

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PSYCH201S
Sep 11, 2011

He is the best teacher ever. I highly recommend any intro to psychology student to take his class.

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PSYCH201
Oct 17, 2011

Whitman is an interesting character. His classis easy as long as you pay attention and go to class. Theres no way to fail his class unless you just dont go. He "helps" you with the test without giving you the exact answers before so make sure you go to class. Overall its easy unless youre a complete loser and slacker if you get below a C+ drop out!

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PSYCH201
Nov 14, 2011

Funniest guy ever, great teacher. No homework at all. Only way you will fail is if you never go to class. I didn't think I would enjoy Psychology so much. Highly recommend this professor.

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PSYCH201
Nov 16, 2011

He gives you practice test questions!! You see every question before you take the test. I was on Test 4 before I ever opened my book. His lectures are humorous and laid back. He gives you 5 days to take the online test and is very eager to answer questions. All around best teacher!!

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PSYCH201S
Nov 21, 2011

Very fun.

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PSYCH201
Nov 29, 2011

He is a good teacher! He talks about sex...ALOT! He gives you the answers for pretty much all the tests and all the tests are online. There is a test every two weeks. there are 4 and then the final (the only test in class). He is very entertaining I would definitely recommended you take him!!

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PSYC201
Dec 23, 2011

Very funny. Tests are 50 true/false questions but are kind of hard. As long as you attend class regularly should get a good grade.

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PSYCH201
Dec 24, 2011

Whitman is an excellent entertaining teacher that nearly guarantees you an A or a B in his class. Just show up to reviews before the test, pay attention(which will be easy because he's so entertaining) and you'll be fine. He doesn't take attendance.

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PSYC201
Dec 28, 2011

Very energetic, funny, knowledgeable, crass, and blunt prof. Attendance isn't required, unless you care about your grade. Read the book, take good notes, and take the tests from memory or the final will hurt! I had an 88 avg for the tests (from memory, by choice) and retained enough to get a 96 on the final. Yes he's tough - welcome to college

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PSYC201S
Dec 29, 2011

Its really easy to get an A in this class if you just show up and take notes. you may not remember every answer to the test, but by the end you will know most of the final and won't have to study as hard to get an A on it and a A for the course (yes A on the final = A for the entire course.) But don't slack just because of that or you will fail.

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PSSYC101
Mar 28, 2012

Funniest coolest professor I will probably ever have. he had me rolling in pretty much every class. Only 4 tests all true/false and online. Just show up and take notes, especially the classes before tests. The class was so fun I wouldn't want to miss it anyway. Absolutely take him if you can.

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PSYCH201
Apr 2, 2012

If you go to class every day and take good notes you will get an A without a doubt

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PSY201
Apr 11, 2012

funny guy... definitely recommend

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PSYC201
Nov 4, 2012

Attendance is not mandatory but recommended. just go to class and take well written notes. He has no problem explaining something if you don't understand a topic. Tests were 25 true/false questions open notes/book.

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PSYC201
Nov 14, 2012

not a hard class at all. show up, take notes - do good on test. don't show up , come the two days before the test - he gives the answers and you still do good on the test. he has a lot of dry humor though so when im really tired its annoying. great class though.

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PSYC201
Nov 18, 2012

One of the funniest, craziest, and nicest human beings alive. Four tests online and one cumulative in-class final from memory. Attendence isn't necessary but the tests will be MUCH easier if you atend and the class is a blast! Absolutely take him.

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PSYCH201
Nov 26, 2012

Good lord, if you don't give a crap about psychology and want to take an easy class, take this one. I haven't learned anything and I have an A for his class. His tests are open book/note and online..and if you get an A average on the tests, you automatically have an A for his class. If you get an A on the final, you get an A for the class!Take him!

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PSYCH201
Dec 9, 2012

He's the bomb

4.0
4.0
PSY201
Dec 14, 2012

Take this professor! Whitman is really entertaining and a good communicator. The class is super easy but you will learn a lot! Go to class and take notes and you'll do great. 5 T/F tests that are open book/notes. If you have an A average on the tests then you don't have to take the final.

5.0
1.0
PSY201
Jan 2, 2013

THE BEST TEACHER ! he really helps you to understand, breaks down material, 5 test al t/f and you can use notes. if you manage to keep an 90 average you dont have to take the final !

5.0
1.0
PSYCH112
Jan 16, 2013

AWESOME TEACHER! made me wanna go to every class. very fun and enthusiastic. i didnt even wanna take psyc but im glad i did.

5.0
1.0
PSYCH201
Apr 11, 2013

Take this class if you want an easy A. Come to class and I guarantee you will receive an A. He is HILARIOUS and makes class very enjoyable. He gives 5 T/F tests which are all open notes/book. Be sure to go to class the week of the tests. He is an amazing teacher. I would definitely take him again.

5.0
1.0
PSYC201
Apr 18, 2013

Best teacher ever!!! Class is SO entertaining and Whitman knows his stuff! Classes are not mandatory but the exams come exactly from the notes in class. He does a practice test 2 class days before the exam that is literally the exam. My favorite class so far :)

4.0
1.0
PSYCH201
Apr 28, 2013

dont need to go class other then the week before the test. gives you every answer to the test word for word. tests are online, open note, open book. no final or midterm. easiest class ive ever taken.

4.0
2.0
PSYCH201
Apr 29, 2013

Whitman is the man. Easiest college course I've taken so far. His lectures are kind of entertaining because of his non-stop corny jokes. All of his test are T/F and he holds 1/2 review sessions where he tells you the test answers. if you take pysch, take whitman!

4.0
2.0
PSYCH
Apr 30, 2013

a professor who would pour water on himself to show an example, who challenge a navy guy by doing push-ups... his test are easy, and the class is pretty interesting, specially when he tries to get your attention by yelling inappropriate words lol .. take him he is AMAZING!

5.0
1.0
101
May 7, 2013

I did not learn anything in this class and came out with a 98% average. 5 t/f test and no final if you have above a 93% average. he is a GREAT teacher

5.0
1.0
PSYCH101
May 24, 2013

Prof. Whitman holds one's interest in his lectures by often demonstrating whatever he is lecturing on. His style may be a bit unorthodox but it helped me to remember the subject matter in each class. I learnt a lot and would highly recommending his class to anyone.

5.0
1.0
PSYC322
Jul 3, 2013

He was the BEST psyc teacher I have ever had! I took it during the summer ande were only 2 tests & he reviewed all content beforehand. So easy and I actually learned!

5.0
1.0
PSYC201S
Jul 21, 2013

Lesson #1: DONT BUY THE BOOK! That is $30+ I'll never see again! Mr Whitman IS the book. Very easy to understand, and he GIVES you the answers to every test. If you fail the test after he gives you the answers, shame on you. Attndnce isnt mandatory but strongly encouraged. U cant expect to succeed if u never show up. Wish all prof were like him!

5.0
1.0
PSY201
Sep 3, 2013

Literally the BEST professor I've taken since I've been attending this school

5.0
1.0
PSYCH203201
Sep 8, 2013

one of the best prof. I have ever had at ODU. makes the class very interesting with demonstrations. the class before the test is used for review and he practically gives the answers.

5.0
2.0
PSY201
Oct 25, 2013

In my opinion he's the best teacher on this campus and the best one I have had the pleasure of learning under. He's helpful, honest, and very approachable. A true original It's not likely you'll have another professor this balanced again.

4.0
1.0
PSYC201S
Grade: A+
Nov 12, 2013

He is easy teacher, but not clear all the time. Easy A

5.0
2.0
PSY201
Nov 16, 2013

He is crazy but in a fun way. I enjoyed his class and I learned a lot wish he would teach other class!

4.0
1.0
PSY201
Dec 5, 2013

Prof Whitman is a funny guy. I got an easy A in his class and i only attended half the classes. 5 T/F exams and they are open book open notes and you use the power points from blackboard. Don't buy the book its a waste of money as you will not use it.

5.0
1.0
PSYCH201
Dec 5, 2013

Take Whitman! Never a dull moment in his class, and he is so funny! He really gets into lectures and, for example, will act like a zygote just to broaden your understanding. Great class to take for a break from all your hard classes, but you still learn a lot! Don't really need the textbook, I never used it.

4.0
2.0
PSYCH101
Dec 12, 2013

He is really awesome! Easy A class and he's hilarious and very interesting. He records all of his lectures online and tests are 50 T/F online and the final is optional. Super Easy. The book is a waste of money, everything on the tests is in the power points and lectures. Take him he's awesome!

5.0
1.0
PSY201S
Grade: A+
Dec 14, 2013

Gordans class is simply unable to be failed if you fail his class you deserve it. Easiest class i think i may have ever taken!

5.0
1.0
PSY201S
Jan 8, 2014

Mr. Whitman is a boss and the funniest teacher I've ever had. You really only have to attend class during test week. The tests are easy and open notes from everything posted on blackboard. The textbook is useless so don't buy it. Other than that enjoy the easy A!

5.0
2.0
PSYCH201
Grade: B+
Jan 16, 2014

I'm not even in his class anymore and I'm trying to rate his pure awesomeness... I almost wish that he was the dean of this entire school... great teacher and a better person his class is an experience I will never forget

5.0
1.0
PSYCH201S
Jan 20, 2014

Whitman is the man! He is so cool and his class is reallt fun and chill. I went to every class just to see him act a fool. All his test are online and open notes and book. His final is OPTIONAL!! I reccomend his class

5.0
1.0
PSYC201
Jan 23, 2014

Its pretty hard to fail this class. All the tests are true false which are a little annoying because there are multiple sentences in his questions but its whatever you have 3 days to do it and can use anything. You don't have to go but going on the days he goes over the test does make the tests alot easier to find answers to.

4.0
1.0
PSYC201S
Jan 24, 2014

If you need to boost your gpa and not majoring in psych, take it with him. Pretty much a guaranteed A if you attend most of the lectures (especially the week of the exams) since it's open notes and internet. However, if you're a serious psyc major, I'd suggest someone else since you won't learn much from him.

4.0
2.0
PSYC201
Apr 1, 2014

Never a dull moment, LOVED his class! He is awesome. Tests are all true/false and can be tricky but if you prepare (like any class) you will do well! Highly recommend Whitman.

2.0
4.0
PYSC201
Jul 19, 2014

He is very unclear; in his notes, on the tests, and everything in between. I took notes word for word, followed the powerpoints, and his note guideline. Still had no idea what was going on. His test are 50 questions true or false and very hard.

5.0
1.0
PSYC201S
Aug 12, 2014

Just take him you won't regret it!!!!

4.0
2.0
PSYC201S
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 8, 2014

Tests are easy! Take his class if you want an easy A, you are in control of your grade.

5.0
1.0
201S
Nov 23, 2014

Great professor! If you do the work, there's no way you cannot make an A.

3.0
1.0
201
Nov 27, 2014

Recommend if you're looking for an easy A, but if you actually want to learn then I would take someone else.

5.0
1.0
PSYC201S
Dec 3, 2014

EXTREMELY EASY CLASS. Whitman is hilarious, just accept him and his humor and don't be so critical. All the tests are online and pretty easy. Giant lecture hall attendance isn't mandatory.

2.0
3.0
PSYCH201
Grade: A
Dec 6, 2014

His class is mainly online. You go to class, listen to him talk, then basically you're excepted to do the rest on your own. Its not mandatory to go to class, but if you don't want to fail, go. I don't recommend him because he isn't very clear and I've learned nothing in this class.

5.0
2.0
10790
Grade: A
Dec 8, 2014

If you want to actually learn about psychology then I recommend taking a different professor because you won't learn much in this class. Easy A and all the tests are online

5.0
3.0
PHYC201
Jan 9, 2015

If you are into psychology - u will love him If you are not into psychology - u will love him even more

5.0
2.0
PSYC201S
Feb 24, 2015

You have to take SONA "tests" that count towards "extra credit." There are 4-5 exams including the final. He really tries to help students get A's and that's what he wants you to get. The exams are hard but they're online so you can use the internet to help out, except for the final. Study the Q's from the previous exams and you'll pass the final.

4.0
3.0
PSYC201S
Feb 24, 2015

You have 4-5 exams including final. SONA tests go towards boost grade. Exams are hard but internet helps out a lot. The final is composed of the previous exams so study those questions. He gives you extra credit opportunities: SONA, joining club. Practice tests help prepare you for actual exams. Everything is taken via mypsychlab except for final.

3.0
1.0
PSYC201
Apr 23, 2015

14 weekly exams that you can find all the answers online to, one final essay that you are given the answers to, 4 SONA credits, and a final from memory but it's all the weekly test questions combined. Easy A. If you don't care to learn, take him--if you do he's not the professor for you.

5.0
1.0
PSYC201
Grade: A
Dec 8, 2015

He's the best psych teacher at ODU! This is a class you won't mind going to everyday, he's so funny. You'll have a t/f quiz every week ( he gives you the answers in class ), My psychlabs( do one every week so you won't get behind ) and 4 sona credits. EASY A trust me

2.0
2.0
PSY201S
Grade: A-
Dec 12, 2015

Lecture tests every Friday, my psych lab, and the final are the only grades. Give you the answers on Friday's so go to class for that. Also give answers to final. You don't actually learn anything but it's an easy gpa boost. He also tells bad jokes and calls people out in the front so avoid sitting there.

5.0
2.0
PSYC201S
Grade: A
Dec 16, 2015

The bulk of your grade are weekly tests which are two tests a week- one on his lecture and one on the textbook chapter. Sometimes he gives the answers straight off of his lecture test (so skipping class will effect your grade) and the chapter tests are straight from the textbook (use the ebook to search answers). EASY if you apply yourself.

4.0
2.0
PSYC201S
Grade: A+
Dec 24, 2015

Whitman always manages to make his lectures interesting with his antics which always made class a delight to go to. Attendance isn't counted, but this class is heavy on quizzes and lecture tests. Quizzes are easy, lecture tests are a bit harder but answers for it are usually given in class. Whitman also provides a good study guide for the final.

4.0
1.0
PSYC201
Grade: A
Mar 3, 2016

Whitman is freakin hilarious!! He makes the lectures fun and interesting. All weekly tests are online, and it helps a lot to go to class and take notes. Reading the textbook also helps. I recommend the ebook since it is much cheaper. The final is not online so that will require some studying. I would take this class again, easy A

3.0
1.0
PSYC201
Grade: A
Mar 29, 2016

All classes were spent teaching from the tests. i only showed up on wednesdays or fridays when he would basically give the answers. Attendance is not mandatory bc 200+ people but very easy. Funny guy but some jokes are annoying. No textbook use, just the code that comes with it

4.0
1.0
PSY201
Grade: A+
Apr 7, 2016

He is a good professor and if you attend class, it most likely youll understand whats going on. And for the homework he'll go over it before he assigns it.

2.0
2.0
PSY201
Grade: B
Apr 26, 2016

Professor Gordon is hilarious. He gets off topic at times but other than that it's a super easy A. There is 14 weekly test (true or false) and 17 mypsychlab tests/ assignments. (the internet is helpful) no papers to write and 100 question on the final exam. I would highly recommend taking any class with this Professor. He's awesome!!!!

4.0
1.0
PSY201S
Grade: A
May 21, 2016

He is a good professor but it's boring. But most people can get A or B. attendance is not mandatory and you don't need to buy a book (too expensive) you need to take online quizzes and weekly tests on blackboard. Only final exam.

1.0
1.0
PSY201
Grade: B+
Jun 27, 2016
Wouldn't take again

I was not a fan of him at all. None of his lectures had anything to do with his power point. If you really care about Psychology then DO NOT take him. I learned nothing from him but only the book which is extremely expensive. Every week we had two online test that were extremely easy. Study the study guide for the final exam and you will pass easy!

4.0
3.0
PHYC201
Grade: A
Aug 30, 2016
Would take again

By far one of the best teachers I've ever had at ODU. He was hilarious and knew how to relate to the students, keep their attention, and loves participation. During lectures he gave hints and sometimes answers to the test if you showed up. It wasn't mandatory to be there but if you showed up, it was helpful. Advised all of us to not take the final!

Respected
Inspirational
Hilarious
4.0
1.0
PSY201
Grade: A
Nov 16, 2016
Would take again

Whitman is a funny guy! He always kept class moving with interesting discussions! He does tend to get off track at times, but everytime he went off track, I always gathered my thoughts and edited my notes. He would give us online blackboard quizzes every weekend on the week's lectures! Super easy A. Book is great for confirming notes!

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Hilarious
5.0
2.0
PSYC201S
Grade: B+
Dec 18, 2016
Would take again

Professor Whitman is all about playing jokes during his lectures, it gets annoying really quick. You don't have to go to class, simply keep up with his weekly tests (not hard whatsoever) on blackboard, and you'll do good. He gives you the weekly test answers spontaneously, easy A

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
5.0
2.0
PSY201S
Grade: A
May 10, 2017
Would take again

Took him in the Fall (2016). He is AMAZING! Lectures are long, but he makes them entertaining and worth listening to! I went to every class to take notes. But, you could pass just by coming on Fridays when he would give the answers for the weekly tests. Best to go to every lecture and listen though. It could help on the final, but it was an easy A.

Inspirational
Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
3.0
4.0
PSY201S
Grade: A+
Jul 6, 2017
Wouldn't take again

He's very knowledgable, but jokes almost too much. This makes his lectures kinda hard to follow. PSA he doesn't give you the answers to the weekly tests anymore, but you're allowed to take them twice and then he reopens them for a third time closer to exam time. Easy A if you're somewhat on top of it.

5.0
3.0
PSYC201S
Grade: A-
Nov 9, 2017
Would take again

Love him! He's so entertaining. By far the most interesting lecture I've ever had to take, and not because of the content. His tests are easy if you pay attention and study the powerpoints. He sometimes gives out answers to the quizzes, and he explains many things in anecdotes which makes them easy to remember.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
PSYC201
Grade: A
Nov 10, 2017
Would take again

Whitman is amazing, best teacher I have ever had. He is funny and engaging and makes his lectures interesting. There is a weekly at-home test but he goes over the answers on Friday. He also doesn't take attendance. Oh and he brings his dog do class sometimes! Take Whitman!!

Inspirational
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
2.0
2.0
PSY201S
Nov 19, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Whitman is a very interesting prof. He makes corny jokes and sits there until the class laughs. Some stories are funny and help you learn the content better but I could do without the bad jokes. The midterm is so easy: a lot of the questions had stupid filler answers, making the correct answer obvious. Gives answers to weekly tests on Friday.

GRADED BY FEW THINGS
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
1.0
PSY201S
Grade: A+
Dec 19, 2017
Would take again

He is an awesome professor. He gives you the answers to the weekly test. The exams are very easy as well.

Respected
Hilarious
Clear grading criteria
5.0
1.0
PSYC201S
Grade: A+
Feb 6, 2018
Would take again

Wished he taught more psychology courses, would definitely take again if I could. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

Inspirational
Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
5.0
1.0
PSY201S
Grade: Incomplete
Mar 9, 2018
Would take again

Currently taking his class and its very easy if you just come to class because he literally gives you the information you need to pass. Hes very funny and I wish he would teach PSYC 203S so I can take him again

Skip class? You won't pass.
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
4.0
2.0
201S
Apr 4, 2018
Would take again

Class is interesting and funny. Post powerpoints online. Has weekly tests but gives the answers in class on Fridays. Easy A if you attend class.

Hilarious
5.0
1.0
PSY201S
Grade: A
Apr 4, 2018
Would take again

He is like the best teacher ever!!!!!! You better take him if you want to pass and like psychology. He is understanding and very funny. He is also ready to help. if you attend class the quizes and tests are very easy. He's so chill.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Caring
5.0
1.0
PSY201S
Grade: A
Apr 6, 2018
Would take again

He's funny and goes on long talks, you can read the textbook to help but you can memorize test answers; Must go in on Fridays, he tells you the answers to the weekly online true/false test The study guide for midterm and final was literally the midterm and final, so if you scored a 90 on the practice, you'll get around that on the real thing.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Hilarious
5.0
1.0
PHYC201
Grade: A
Apr 10, 2018
Would take again

Good lectures, easy class if you show up, weekly test on Friday but you show up to class he gives you all the answers

Hilarious
Amazing lectures
4.0
1.0
PSYC201S
Grade: A
Jun 8, 2018
Would take again

He gives you the answers to the tests, midterm, and final! I still learned regardless, he just wants everyone to get an A. Show up to class and i'm most certain you'll get an A. His lectures are definitely not boring, he tells jokes that aren't funny, but it keeps the class going.

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
Hilarious
5.0
1.0
PSY201S
Grade: A
Jun 24, 2018
Would take again

Easiest class ever. He really cares about his students and wants all of us to get an A. He gave us the answers to the all the tests and half of the answers on the midterm and final. He can get a little side track in lecture which is kind of annoying in my opinion but all in all his lectures were really interesting. Definitely recommend his class!

Gives good feedback
Respected
Amazing lectures
4.0
3.0
PSYC101
Grade: B
Nov 3, 2018
Would take again

Entertaining

Respected
Get ready to read
Amazing lectures
4.0
2.0
PSY201S
Grade: A
Nov 14, 2018
Would take again

Hes really chill and corny, he makes the class really easy he gives the answers to the quizzes on Fridays and basically gives you the answers to the midterm and final. Its a really easy a

Gives good feedback
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
1.0
PSY201S
Grade: A
Nov 15, 2018
Would take again

I have no idea why there was even one bad rating for prof Whitman, he's a really good teacher and he's super funny. If you want a good/easy teacher, he's the one to pick. He gives you PLENTY of opportunities to get an A (the weekly tests that he helps you on) and he prepares you for the midterm/final.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
PSY201
Grade: A+
Jan 8, 2019
Would take again

Amazing Professor! He goes over and beyond to make sure you learn and pass! Very smart and a great guy!

Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
5.0
1.0
PSY201
Grade: B+
Jan 17, 2019
Would take again

Good professor overall. Attendance is taken for a grade in the end the attendance helps boost your grade. Show up to class on Friday he will review for the weekly test. He likes to joke a lot so be aware of the jokes. SONA participation is research participation that will help boost your grade also in the class. Easy & youll definitely pass!

Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
PSYCH201
Feb 4, 2019
Would take again

He is a good professor! He keeps the course very interesting and he cracks a lot of jokes! This class was quite easy, make sure you show up for class he takes attendance but you never know when. He also goes over the weekly test on Friday

GRADED BY FEW THINGS
Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
5.0
1.0
PSY201
Grade: A+
Mar 3, 2019
Would take again

This is 1000% who you want for this class. He is a great lecturer and really wants all of his students to pass. One of the best I have had so far!

Skip class? You won't pass.
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
PSY201S
Grade: A+
Apr 22, 2019
Would take again

I love him! I would take this class over. He makes the lectures entertaining! He refers to the textbook (there's a pdf, so no need to buy one) but typically speaks from his own knowledge. As far as attendance, it does not harm you that bad if you miss days but show up so you don't miss notes. Also, Fridays are "quizzes" but he helps you! TAKE THIS

Hilarious
Amazing lectures
Lecture heavy
4.0
1.0
PSYCHOLOGY201S
Grade: A
May 13, 2019
Would take again

super easy class there are weekly tests but he will go over it every Friday and so you'll definitely get a 30/30, attendance is once a week on a index card but you don't know when, weird sense of humor might do some weird things, exams are super easy surely can pass with an A, also remember to do SONA studies either surveys or on campus experiment

Graded by few things
5.0
3.0
PSYCH201
May 17, 2019
Would take again

This class was beyond easy I never read the textbook and attendance was not mandatory (unless you were failing then it counted) I barely showed up after the first few weeks and ended with an A. He gives the answers to the weekly tests in class and the midterm was take home. TAKE THIS CLASS

Hilarious
Respected
Caring
3.0
1.0
PSY201S
Grade: A
Oct 18, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Professor Whitman is a funny guy, but he has trouble staying on task. If you want an easy A, here it is. You just have to show up. He gave the answers for every quiz because he skipped too much material and he shows the tests a few days before so you have the answers. Not good if you need to know the material. Psych majors, look elsewhere.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Hilarious
5.0
1.0
201S
Grade: A
Jan 21, 2020
Would take again

Professor Whitman has a witty sense of humor that makes his lectures easy to comprehend. Show up to class and do the stuff he recommends and you'll walk out with an A. The most challenging part of the course is the final, which is written by the psych department, but if you do the easy weekly assignments and do well on the midterm you'll be golden

Graded by few things
Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
3.0
2.0
PSYCH201S
Apr 12, 2020
Wouldn't take again

During his lecture he would just tell jokes and to be honest they were corny lol, hes an okay teacher. I skipped a couple of days at the end of the semester and still passed his class so i dont know about the attendance. But overall its an easy class to pass and never gives homework.

Hilarious
Graded by few things
5.0
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PSYCH201S
Dec 18, 2020
Would take again

Easiest class ive done. The class was asynchronous so no meetings at all. There was weekly quizzes and you get multiple attempts and get shown the answers after the first attempt. weekly discussion boards that dont really relate to psychology more so just your life. no tests just midterm and final. didnt learn a thing but got an A.

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