4.5

Gordon Whitman

Psychology - Tidewater Community College

4.5
Quality
1.7
Difficulty
91%
Would Retake
107
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4.5
Quality
1.7
Difficulty
4.6
Helpful
4.5
Clarity

91%

Would Retake

107

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Rating Distribution
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5

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What Students Say

He provides very clear instructions and grading criteria

PSY230 - 5.0 rating

Whitman is the best teacher I have ever had

PSY201 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

69%

Textbook Required

53%

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95% confidence
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Most common grades:
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A (11)
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Based on 43 reported grades
A+: 30
A: 11
Not sure yet: 1
B+: 1
Common Tags
Clear grading criteria (13)
Hilarious (11)
Respected (9)
EXTRA CREDIT (8)
Amazing lectures (6)
Participation matters (6)
Skip class? You won't pass. (5)
Caring (4)
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Reviews (107)
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PSY202
May 8, 2003

Mr. Whitman is the best professor I've had at TCC. He's a great guy and a pretty good instructor.

5.0
1.0
PSY202
Jul 15, 2003

HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. SO EASY! & FUNNY & CUTE FOR AN OLD GUY!

5.0
2.0
PSY201
Feb 24, 2004

Every psych student should take this guy!

3.0
2.0
PSY202
Sep 3, 2004

Whitman is the worst instructer I have ever had. I got an A in his class without learning a thing.

1.0
1.0
PSYCHOLOGY
Mar 28, 2005

all he wants do all class is make sex jokes and he doesn't teach

5.0
1.0
PSY201202
Apr 13, 2005

He is the best teacher I have had at TCC so far. I think every student should take his class. Hes a great guy too!

5.0
1.0
PSY101102215
May 10, 2005

Take his class! Awesome person and professor, knows everything about psychology, easy class and you learn a lot. Keeps things interesting, even stood on his head in class. Everyone whould take his classes, even if you don't need them!

3.0
2.0
PSY235
Jun 22, 2005

This guy was great. I learned SOOOO much and had sooo much fun in the class. I recomend him to everyone!

5.0
1.0
PSY235
Jul 7, 2005

Great teacher! Easy A, maybe because it was so interesting. He does work with the students very much to make sure they will pass. Full of so much information, energetic, hilarious!! I wish I could take him again!

5.0
2.0
PSY201
Dec 6, 2005

Very funny, and outgoing teacher! If you attend his class regularly he smiply writes out the answers for the mid-terms and finals! Although, he has an easy course he does not always give out "A's".

5.0
1.0
PSY235
May 5, 2006

Excellent, funny, fantastic professor. Tons of knowledge, easy to learn, great real life advice.

2.0
3.0
PSY201
Jul 27, 2006

I probably would have like this class better if I had had it in the traditional way, but I took it online. The writing assignment was simple, and the class participation grade was easy, but his midterms and finals were CRAZY!!! I don't think I've ever had such difficult tests. The material seemed to come from out-of-nowhere and without a curve w

1.0
5.0
CHILDPSY
Aug 1, 2006

Gave me an F for the class! I've never failed a PSY class before !!

4.0
3.0
PSY201
Sep 11, 2006

He's quite a character; a good teacher! Unfortunately, I got an "A" and didn't learn a thing :( But if psychology is your thing, he makes it fun!

5.0
2.0
PSYCH235
Nov 5, 2006

I took his psych 235 online and it was so easy. An easy A. He is very quick in response to emails. If you have any questions at all he is willing to help. He does take everything straight from the book. All we had was a mid term and final, write ups once a week and an easy paper. Take him! He's good.

5.0
1.0
PSY201
Jul 27, 2007

Extremely quick-witted.Loves to joke and have fun.If you want a techer who loves their job then I highly recommened him

5.0
1.0
PSY201
Jul 27, 2007

Extremely quick-witted.Loves to joke and have fun.If you want a techer who loves their job then I highly recommened him

5.0
1.0
PSY201
Dec 13, 2007

if u want a fun exciting teacher this is the guy 4 u!! ur crazy not to get in his class.

5.0
1.0
PSY201
Jan 7, 2008

This teacher is the best! He loves Psychology and it shows. If you can ignore the sex jokes, and want an easy A - this is the class for you!

5.0
5.0
PSY201
Jan 24, 2008

Great professor who loves teaching & it shows! I really felt that he wanted me to learn and cared about my outcome in the class. Course material was NOT easy but I studied & used the handouts and did well. Highly recommended!

5.0
4.0
PSY235
Jan 24, 2008

AWESOME!! Loved this class. Fun, interactive, engaging. Made me love psychology and now I'm minoring in it!

5.0
1.0
PHY235
May 7, 2008

This teacher is awesome, I recommend him to all.

4.0
2.0
PSY235
Jul 6, 2008

A great teacher, but I had to go through a grade appeal, because the grading scale was wrong, but other then that very nice man, and is willing to help, he answers e-mails and helps you the best way he can. I would recommend for an online class.

5.0
2.0
PSY201
Nov 19, 2008

i had him for 3 psychology classes and he is ! of the best teachers at TCC... i think he inspires

5.0
1.0
PSY201
Dec 4, 2008

I've never been so happy to show up to an 8am class. He is funny and incredibly smart. He'll do what it takes to make sure you remember the material, whether it be drooling on his tie or dancing on his desk. He's all about his students. Plus, everything is open book and open note.

5.0
2.0
PSY201
Dec 5, 2008

Took Mr. Whitman online and I highly recommend him! He's a very caring teacher and his class is NOT hard! He recommends face to face lecture but if you do well in online classes, it's no problem.

5.0
2.0
PSY235
Jan 9, 2009

His online class was great and he gives you a chance to come into the school and study for the final. He really wants you to get a good grade and it shows.

4.0
2.0
PSY201
Apr 30, 2009

he is awsome!!! great teacher. he won't quit till you get it. always entertaining. and easy. the hardest part is the finals. highly recommended :0)

4.0
2.0
PSY201
May 27, 2009

Took online. Super simple course (discussion board, a midterm and final). He is nice. You have to teach yourself but it's not bad especially if you're good in psychology.

5.0
1.0
PSY201
Nov 8, 2009

I LOVE THIS MAN...HE IS SOOOO MUCH FUN. HE KEEPS YOU LAUGHING, HE SHOULD BE A COMEDIAN...AND HE IS SOO EXCITED ABOUT PSYCHOLOGY IN GENERAL...IF YOU FAIL HIS CLASS SOMETHING IS WRONG WITH YOU....REALLY. AND HIS EXAMS ARE CAKE, ALL YOU HAVE TO DO IS COME TO THE CLASS BEFORE THE EXAM DAY AND HE WILL GO OVER THE WHOLE TEST WITH YOU BEFORE YOU TAKE IT!!

5.0
1.0
PSY201
Dec 27, 2009

He will help you as long as you are willing to learn. I took psy before and had to drop it because it was just TOO hard.... then i took him and i understood everything and got a B. If you get an A on the final you get an A in the class... and the test are a little hard but if you talk your time they are not that bad... Im taking him now for psy202

5.0
1.0
PSY201
May 12, 2010

The Best he is soo funny make class very interesting you will not miss a class Mre professor should take lessons from him great class

5.0
1.0
PSY201
May 12, 2010

The Best he is soo funny make class very interesting you will not miss a class More professor should take lessons from him great class

5.0
1.0
PSY201
Dec 5, 2010

He is an amazing teacher. He keeps you interested in the class. He is so funny as well. He is not boring. I would recommend him to anyone wanting to take psychology. I am taking his 202 class in the spring but I wish he taught more than just PSY 201 and 202.

5.0
3.0
PSY201
Feb 8, 2011

Great professor. Taking him again for 202 Wish he had more classes he taught. He makes you want to learn has fun with teaching and NEVER a dull moment

5.0
4.0
PSY201
May 1, 2011

Since the first day of class, he has been good at getting his students to think; which is a good thing. Having a persona similar to Dr. Gregory House(tv) made the class more entertaining.

5.0
1.0
PSY201
May 10, 2011

His is amazing! He is funny and he does act like HOUSE. You don't really use the book. 95% you learn from him verbally talking. Do the SONA's that the only extra credit you will get and it will help you in the end. You have 4 test plus the final. the 4 test are open book. and the final not that hard. GREAT TEACHER I would recommend him to any body

5.0
1.0
PSY201
Jul 21, 2011

I did this class on-line and came to the final exam review. I WISH now I would have taken this with him in a class. He is HILARIOUS and interesting and helpful. If I had to take another PSY class I would definately make sure I took it in his classroom.

4.0
1.0
PSY201
Jul 22, 2011

Very entertaining. He knows his stuff! Gives study guides for every unit to follow by. Very easy. I reccommend taking his lecture class!

5.0
1.0
PSY201
Jul 28, 2011

I took him in class for the summer this guy is to much for TV. There is never a dull moment in his lecture. You dont need to purchase a book bc all of his test are from his notes word for word and all test are open book except for the final which he reviews before hand this class was an easy GPA booster :)

5.0
1.0
PSY201
Jul 29, 2011

Great Professor, he makes the class fun. Has a quirky sense of humor which helps in learning the material. Never a dull moment in class. As long as you attend all classes you will pass the class! Best professor I have had at TCC so far!

4.0
2.0
PSY101
Sep 8, 2011

He makes A LOT of jokes. He is really funny and helpful at explaining things if you do not understand. The tests are EASY! Great professor.

5.0
3.0
PSY201
Dec 9, 2011

Professor Whitman made PSY a very fun subject this semester. Made alot of jokes to lighten the mood everyday but most importantly, made sure that you learned the material. By no means is his class easy but his teaching methods inspire you to want to know the answers for the next class. It was an honor Mr. Whitman!!! Thankyou!!!

5.0
1.0
PSY201
Dec 11, 2011

A lot of jokes in the class. Its an Acronym enriched class so be prepared for that.psychology was never my favorite, but Mr Whitman simplified the course and guess what,i made A.

2.0
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PSY235
Apr 29, 2012

Child Psychology is a class I was really looking forward to taking. I took this online though and come away feeling dissapointed. Class itself is not hard to follow. Essay, Discussion Boards, 2 Exams. Virtually no teacher/student interation. Will return emails but does not post updates or get involved in discussion board. :(

5.0
2.0
PSY210
May 4, 2012

Professor Whitman is hilarious. We have 3 test online and the final is in class. He goes over all the reviews and very helpful. Definitely would take him again!!!

5.0
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PSY201
Jun 15, 2012

The best psychology teacher at TCC.He is very funny and knows his stuff. Easy A when you take his class. Tells you exactly what,s on test. Take him and you won,t regret it!

5.0
1.0
PSY230
Jul 23, 2012

GREAT TEACHER FOR PSY230 - online. Weekly Dbs, 1 research paper, midterm and final. The midterm and final are open notes/ open book which can be taken in blackboad. The hardest part was the research paper which is only b/c i hate writing but I received the full amount of points possible on my paper. He's wonderful!

5.0
1.0
PSY201
Jul 31, 2012

Easy A! Very thorough and helpful. This class is simple to follow and understand. Just do the work and you will get an A for sure!

5.0
1.0
PSYPSY
Jul 31, 2012

This was the best class I've had at TCC. The stress level was low, and you learn at the same time. Professor Whitman has a laid back style that will make a summer class like a walk in the park. If you don't get an "A", you seriously are not college material. I will definitely take what I learned, and use it for my personal and professional life.

5.0
1.0
PSY101
Nov 26, 2012

He's the best everything open book open note, very funny i just love him. he is the best psy teacher at tcc

5.0
1.0
PSY201PSY230
Apr 12, 2013

Hands down best teacher ever! I took Psy 201 in class and it was easy! His tests are based half on book and half on notes (although I felt like they were mainly on notes). He's very helpful and will answer any question you have. Plus he's funny and keeps everyone intrigued and laughing. Also took Psy 230 online and its suuuuper easy!

5.0
2.0
PSY201
Grade: A
Oct 16, 2013

Hands down the best professor I have EVER had. He is funny, keeps the class entertained, and is very through. I would recommend this class to anyone!!!

5.0
1.0
PSY201
Nov 2, 2013

Mr. Whitman is the best psychology teacher you could ever have! Do not buy the textbook because he does not use it! He uses the NOC which he posts on BB for you to print out. The notes on the point point slides are all you will need for the test! Sign up for him!

4.0
1.0
PSY201
Nov 4, 2013

Prof. Whitman is very engaging and keeps the class upbeat and fun. I took him for PSY 201 and he has made me want to major in Psychology, I will be taking him again for 202.

5.0
1.0
PSY201
Grade: A+
Apr 28, 2014

He is an excellent teacher, his calsses are fun, engaging, and he makes Psychology an easy subject to learn. He has made me want to major in Psychology.

5.0
1.0
PSY230
Grade: A+
Jul 27, 2014

Professor Whitman was awesome, I took his class online and it was very easy. All of the comments by other students make me wish I had taken him in person! Online we had a weekly write up, 1 research paper, a midterm and a final. I didn't ever need to email him much but when I did he was always responded quickly.

5.0
1.0
PSY230
Jul 29, 2014

Best PSY professor EVER!! I took this course online for the summer semester & it worked out Perfect! Assignments are clearly stated in the syllabus, including discussion board questions, 1 term paper & 2 exams.. Easy A!! Dont hesitate..

5.0
4.0
MATH225
Grade: A
Oct 31, 2014

This professor is tough, but that what really makes you work for that AB grade. He offers tons of help when needed. His lectures are very well presented. You will get a lot out of his class if you DO WORK.

5.0
2.0
PSY230
Nov 6, 2014

His online class is really easy. Weekly Blackboard posts and you have to reply to at least two other students. Both mid-term & final are 50 MC questions & I found all the answers in the book. Never read a single chapter. One paper and it wasn't very long. I would def. recommend his class. He's awesome.

5.0
1.0
13561
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 24, 2014

Just go to class.

4.0
1.0
PSY201
Grade: A
Dec 9, 2014

I took Whitman for Psy 201... Easy class just go to class and you will pass he gives the answers to the tests every Thursday before its due... Great Guy!

4.0
1.0
PSY102
Grade: A+
Jan 12, 2015

Very lovely teacher, I loved him because he always kept me laughing. Just show up to class, he gives the answeres every Thursday before the test. A good thing but bad thing because people will just show up a Thursday before the test and that's it.

3.0
2.0
PSY201
Jan 14, 2015

Says lame jokes and talks about other stuff like sex and will even make a mockery out of you

5.0
1.0
44178
Mar 22, 2015

If you don't pass this class with an A, you should not be able to live on earth. Easiest A I've ever had. I took it online. Weekly discussion boards he puts up at the very beginning so you can essentially do them all in the first week if you want to get it over with. Midterm& final straight from the book, get it and you'll pass with flying colors.

5.0
2.0
PSY201
Apr 22, 2015

Exceptional lecturer who cares whether you really know the material as opposed to just memorizing it .makes the class exciting and very interestiing. very funny. makes learning fun.

5.0
1.0
PSY201
Grade: A+
Nov 25, 2015

Wonerful Teacher . take him you will not regret it !!!

5.0
1.0
PSY201
Grade: A+
Dec 10, 2015

Come to class, participate and you'll get an A. His teaching style is different but easy to follow along. Don't need the book if you just pay attention. After a few weeks he doesn't take attendance but you should still come because he teaches from the test. Great guy!

5.0
1.0
PSY201
Grade: A+
Dec 11, 2015

Seriously, best class I have ever taken. Also the easiest class, extremely helpful with tests and the final test. Very funny and definitely a professor I am taking again. Sided note: You don't need the textbook for this class, it's a good tool to have but not necessary.

5.0
1.0
PSY201
Dec 12, 2015

He knows how to teach is material, and every lecture i attended, I always left the classroom understanding everything.

5.0
1.0
PSY235
Grade: A+
Dec 30, 2015

No due dates except for the final paper (WHICH IS AWESOME!). Class mainly comprised of discussion boards, midterm, final and paper. Easy A. Great professor!

5.0
2.0
PSY101
Grade: A
Jan 13, 2016

made my psy 101 class the most interesting class to attend during my first semester, he is very knowledgeable in his subject and it makes you want to learn more about psychology, in fact i wouldn't mind taking psy 202 with him. Over all a great professor.

5.0
1.0
PSY201
Grade: A+
Feb 11, 2016

All I can say is AMAZING ! I would take his class again !

5.0
2.0
PSY230
Grade: A+
Aug 4, 2016
Would take again

I've had this professor in the class room and online, he's awesome and fair. Participate, do the assignments and come to class and you'll get a good grade. He provide feedback and grades papers in a timely matter. You cannot go wrong, I'll take him again given the opportunity.

3.0
2.0
PSY201
Grade: A
Aug 20, 2016
Wouldn't take again

He tries to make jokes a lot, but is not really funny. Has a habit of slapping the desk a lot and saying hello every five minutes just to see if anyone is listening or gets his jokes. But overall, he's an okay teacher. Really nice and cares about his students.

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Caring
5.0
2.0
PSY230
Grade: A+
Dec 2, 2016
Would take again

Professor Whitman was great to work with! I took his class online and he followed the syllabus to a T, weekly quizzes taken directly from the chapters, there is a research paper which I received 120/100 points for, there are weekly discussions as well which are a cinch to complete, definitely recommend him if you need Dev Psy for Nursing.

Respected
Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
4.0
3.0
PSY201
Dec 7, 2016
Would take again

He is honestly a great teacher HOWEVER he is very inconsistent. He has 2 mandatory papers (APA) with the possibility of 20 extra credit points each but they are HARD DUE at midterm. I recently discovered that Some people have been turning in papers late and he graded them. I would recommend you to do them early. He is very OPINIONATED.

Hilarious
Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
2.0
PSY201
Dec 14, 2016
Would take again

Professor Whitman required 2 papers that can be submitted in advance. Students normally take a quiz and test both once a week. He enjoys class participation and engaging with students. The class is fairly simple. All you really need to do is show up to class and try not to miss quizzes (Can't be made up). Tests are done in class together.

Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
4.0
2.0
PSY201
Grade: A+
Dec 21, 2016
Would take again

Awesome Professor

Participation matters
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
4.0
3.0
PSY201
Grade: B+
Jan 1, 2017
Would take again

He's a very easy going and not hard to get along with. He really cares about his students and will do anything to make sure you pass his class. Make sure you are in class so you can get all your points to get your easy A.

Respected
Participation matters
Caring
5.0
1.0
PSY201PSY230
Grade: A+
Jan 9, 2017
Would take again

I took his class online and it was very easy. His syllabus is very clear and you can complete his quizzes and discussion boards in advance. He requires one paper (no word count necessary) and that was explanatory. His quizzes are not hard at all, neither his midterm or final.

Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
PSY201
Grade: A+
Mar 28, 2017
Would take again

Awesome professor. All you have to do to get an A is listen and do what he asks. You have two papers and if you turn them in early, you get extra credit. We are 11 weeks in and I have over 100 points extra credit. Many other students I've talked to who don't have an A is because they either didn't turn in a paper or they didn't show up for class.

Respected
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
1.0
PSY201PSY230
Grade: A+
Apr 28, 2017
Would take again

This teacher has you do one essay that if handed in early will count as extra credit. I loved his teaching style and would recommend anyone to take his class.

EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
PSY201
Grade: A+
May 8, 2017
Would take again

Mr Whitman knows his stuff and he has passion for what he is doing. I made an A+ and i am taking him again this summer. Do yourself good by taking him.

Respected
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
1.0
PSY201
Grade: A+
Jul 11, 2017
Would take again

Professor Whitman is a jokester! If you can't handle a lecture filled with jokes then I don't recommend his class. There are quizzes every week as well as a test. He assigns two papers which are due by the midterm and if you turn them in early he gives you extra credit. I would highly recommend his class. I am also taking him for another Psy class.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Hilarious
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
PSY230
Grade: A+
Jul 22, 2017
Would take again

If you have to take Developmental Psychology, do yourself a favor and take it with Professor Whitman. He provides very clear instructions and grading criteria. You can complete assignments ahead. If you don't get an A it's your own fault.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
5.0
5.0
PSY201
Grade: A
Nov 30, 2017
Would take again

Good teacher Like the way he teaches Easy to understand Fun

Gives good feedback
Respected
Inspirational
5.0
2.0
PSY201
Dec 11, 2017
Would take again

Professor Whitman is AWESOME!

Respected
Hilarious
Would take again
5.0
1.0
PSY201
Grade: A+
Mar 23, 2018
Would take again

Mr. Whitman is the best teacher I have ever had. Easy to learn with and jokes a lot. Tests and quizzes weekly but impossible to fail. I take Whitman for all my psychology classes.

Respected
Inspirational
Hilarious
1.0
1.0
PSY101
Grade: A
Apr 11, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Often goes off topic.I have a hard time following what he is saying as he will often go off on random tangents. He is a really nice guy but I can't stand his teaching style. During the test reviews everyone around me was confused. Nothing he tries to explain is clear. Test had stuff we had never even covered. I haven't learned anything in his class

5.0
1.0
PSY201
Grade: A+
May 2, 2018
Would take again

This is by far a great teacher. You have a weekly test and quiz but he helps you along the way so no surprises. As stated before he is a character so be prepared but its in a good way. He is passionate about psy and it shows. Its impossible to fail this class unless YOU choose not to care. Turn in your 2 papers before due date for extra credit.

Inspirational
Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
4.0
2.0
PSY230
Grade: A+
Dec 12, 2018
Would take again

Professor Whitman was an amazing teacher. He gives clear instruction and you are able to work ahead (online class). If you have any concerns, email him and he will get back to you ASAP. You will have to write one paper for this class and have to do one Capstone project. I highly recommend this professor!

Gives good feedback
Respected
Participation matters
5.0
1.0
PSY101
Grade: A+
Jan 15, 2019
Would take again

This guy knows his stuff. Knows what he talks about. He is patient with students and works at encouragement to help a student succeed in class.

Respected
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
PSY230
Grade: A+
May 6, 2019
Would take again

Professor Whitman's Developmental Psychology class is by far one of the easiest classes I have taken. Read the chapters, do the quizzes/exams (which he allows multiple attempts). Discussion boards are based off personal opinions and research, not necessarily off the chapters & you do not have respond to classmates. Easiest A I've ever gotten!

5.0
3.0
PSY201
May 10, 2019
Would take again

Great teacher really cares about his students! Pay attention get to class on time if you can cause you will miss out!

Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
Hilarious
5.0
2.0
PSY230
Grade: A
May 13, 2019
Would take again

class taken online: 2 "projects", 16 total quizzes, 1 final, 1 midterm, about 10 short DBs all answers found in textbook. very easy class make sure to keep up with deadlines. all work is posted at beginning of semester except for 2nd project and midterm and final. complete work on time and you will get an A.

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
5.0
1.0
PSY201
Grade: A+
Dec 6, 2019
Would take again

Great professor, cares about students and loves psychology.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
PSY201
Grade: A
Jan 6, 2020
Would take again

He told us you need the textbook to earn an A but he gives you study guides that give you the answers straigh up. Very funny, very helpful, and very easy if you show up to every class. I wish all teachers were like him.

5.0
2.0
PSY101
Grade: A+
Jan 12, 2020
Would take again

Whitman is a funny guy who is clearly very passionate about psychology. LITERALLY, just show up and write down the notes that he writes down on the board and you will pass with an A. For PSY101, he gives one research paper, a midterm, a final, and weekly quizzes. The midterm, final, and all weekly quizzes are take home, so they are super easy.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Hilarious
Lecture heavy
5.0
1.0
PSY101
Grade: A+
Apr 18, 2020
Would take again

If you want to get an easy A, you need to take Professor Whitman. I took his class online and he opened up the entire semester and you were able to work ahead. For the quizzes, he gives you multiple chances to redo it. Following the quiz, he gives you the correct answers allowing you to retake and get an 100. Take this professor!!!!

5.0
2.0
PSY230
Grade: A+
May 6, 2020
Would take again

Prof Whitman is definetly an easy A. I've been told by my peers that he's even better in person. Highly recommend that you take his class. He unlocked all the discussions and quizzes so you could really do them at your own pace, and just finish before the class is up.

Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
1.0
PSY201
Grade: A+
May 11, 2020
Would take again

Whitman is totally unique. He's WILD and crazy, so loveable. You will laugh through the class, and will NOT make less than a 100% unless you TRY to fail. No textbook needed. Unlimited attempts for quizzes. Recommend you take heavy notes because Whitman tends to use his own language on midterm/exam. Just write what is on the board! He's great!

Graded by few things
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
2.0
1.0
PSY201202
Grade: A+
May 30, 2020
Wouldn't take again

If you need an easy psych credit take this class with Whitman. If you are pursuing a career in the field of psychology I would recommend taking this course with a different professor. The class is too easy and I did not learn much from this course.

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5.0
1.0
PSY200
Grade: A+
Aug 21, 2021
Would take again

This class was by far the best class I've taken at TCC. He is a great teacher and this was such an easy class. I would definitely recommend. He assigns discussion boards, quizzes, and tests but the tests and quizzes are all true or false with multiple attempts.

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5.0
1.0
PSY230
Grade: A
Jan 1, 2022
Would take again

Gordon Whitman is an asset to the Psychology Department at TCC. His class was stress-free and able to learn the material. If you complete the work, you will most definitely pass.

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
Caring
4.0
2.0
PSY200
Grade: A
Apr 28, 2022
Would take again

I would take this class 100x more. You have a paper, powerpoint, and quiz due each week but they're very manageable. He made me thoroughly enjoy this class and has an infectious personality. I truly loved having him as a prof. He is what all teachers should aim to be. Grades by completion not accuracy.

Inspirational
So many papers
Caring
5.0
1.0
PSY230
Grade: A+
Oct 17, 2022
Would take again

Professor Whitman is easy going and an easy grader. He required a final essay at the end of the semester and even with that assignment missing I made an A+ in his class. His work is easy, and his final isn't hard at all. He allows multiple attempts on quizzes. His discussions boards are super easy, and you would have to do nothing to fail.

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