4.7

Howard Sisco

Psychology - New York City College of Technology

4.7
Quality
1.9
Difficulty
86%
Would Retake
84
Reviews
4.7
Quality
1.9
Difficulty
4.7
Helpful
4.7
Clarity

86%

Would Retake

84

Reviews

Rating Distribution
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5

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4

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What Students Say

He is nice and easygoing & wants all of you to past

PSY2404 - 5.0 rating

The Best Professor I ever had in citytech and i've been here for 2 years

PSY2404 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

93%

Textbook Required

39%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

A-

95% confidence
Based on 27 grades
Most common grades:
A (10)
A- (7)
B+ (5)
Grade Distribution
A(11)B(2)C(2)D(1)F(0)A-/B+(12)
Based on 35 reported grades
A: 10
A-: 7
B+: 5
Not sure yet: 5
Common Tags
Hilarious (14)
Amazing lectures (10)
Inspirational (8)
Respected (8)
Caring (4)
Gives good feedback (4)
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Amazing lectures (4)
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Reviews (84)
5.0
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INTROTOPHYS
Jan 31, 2005

Cool proffersor. Has alot of humor in him and is fair at all times. Just do his journal entries and Autobio as well study a lil and you'll be fine.

5.0
1.0
PS404
Feb 2, 2005

Great teacher with a wonderful sense of humor. His jokes and stories make the class go faster. As long as you pay attention, then this class is a breeeze

5.0
1.0
PSYCHOLOGY101
Jun 6, 2005

This professor is by far the best. He is so cool and makes class fun to learn. Take this professor and do do work, you will be guaranteed to pass.

5.0
1.0
PSYCHOLOGY101
Jun 16, 2005

Boy, he made this class interesting. He is very charismatic. He' s very effective. He is very interesting and makes psychology even more interesting. Do take this professor. I would repeat his class again, just b/c. He is very funny, witty and not to mention easy on the eye. (D.Height.) Love it!!!!!

5.0
1.0
PS101
Dec 7, 2005

He is cool, very good looking guy.He made this class very interesting,he using alot of examples.It is not booring at all.Take this prof.,you will not regret!!!

5.0
2.0
INTRO2PYSCH
Dec 20, 2005

Not Boring,Very Interesting, & Enthusiastic- No Need 2 Buy Book, Test are from class notes, Highly Recommend !

5.0
1.0
PS101
Jan 25, 2006

The best professor ever, he is funny makes the class intresting and lets u go a little early which u gonna hate because he makes the class so fun u dont want to leave study by the review sheets and u'll pass the test easy show effort and even if u fail the test u will pass the corse and for the ladies he is hot. This is the best professor ever.

5.0
1.0
PS1010
Aug 25, 2006

his class was fairly easy i would mind taking it again, it was a class where every thing he talked about was on the test, he gave a word for word review before the exams and everything it was wonderful i got an A in his class

5.0
2.0
PS404
Dec 2, 2006

I was dreading this class because I thought it would be boring but he is so smart and funny it was really interesting and I actually looked forward to going to class. Very fair.

5.0
1.0
PSY101
Jan 25, 2007

This professor is great! He is very lenient with his grading, and gives you a test review "with plenty of time to study from it!" No assigned homework except reading and an autobiography, which is an automatic "A" if handed in on time whether written well or not. Very funny and never bores you. Allows old textbook usage.

5.0
1.0
PS101
Jul 19, 2007

i always found pschology interesting but this class was great. this was my best class so far we laughed a lot pay attention and study you will pass out of my whole class like 99% of us passed with an A HE IS GREAT his final was unbelievable easy and yes he's hot

5.0
1.0
PSY101
Nov 22, 2007

He is the best teacher I've had; intelligent, funny, affectionate, cool, and sensitive! I cannot believe it's almost end of the year and I won't have him anymore. HE IS A GOOD TEACHER! :)

5.0
1.0
PSY1111
Dec 30, 2007

He is a totally cool and fun professor. It was the only class that I actually enjoyed being there and learn things so easily. You will regret if you do not take his class. To me he was the BEST PROFESSOR I've ever had. Loved it! A+++

5.0
1.0
PSY101
Dec 31, 2007

This man was the best for my psych 101 class. He gave us a review sheet a week before our exam. The review sheet was exactly what was on the test. I recommend him to everyone

5.0
1.0
PYS101
Jan 22, 2008

Very good Prof. Very Clear and Fun. He Really Brings You Into to World Of Psychology.

5.0
2.0
PSY101
Apr 27, 2008

He's cool. Makes the subject look easy and fun.

5.0
1.0
PSY111
Jun 11, 2008

Is he still there?

5.0
1.0
PSYCH101
Sep 6, 2008

THis Class opened my eyes about PSych. IT was remarkably fun and he puts things in a point of view where it is clearly understandable. LOVED IT!!! o yea tests were EXTRA easy

5.0
3.0
PSY101
Nov 11, 2008

Great professor, really fun. Makes the class enjoyable. You learn a lot.

5.0
4.0
PSY1101
Jan 29, 2009

Great professor...

5.0
2.0
PSY2404
May 23, 2009

Excellent proffessor.He lets you know excatly what will be covered in his exams.He is articulate and funny, very easy to uderstand. IF you pay attention in class and turn in your assignments on time you are guaranteed an A for his course.His classes were intresting and his tests aren't difficult providing you read over your notes atleast once.

5.0
1.0
PSY101
Jun 24, 2009

Great Prof. Makes Class Fun, And He's Hilarious!!!

5.0
2.0
PSY6856
Dec 18, 2009

HE IS AN EXTREMELY GREAT TEACHER.MAKES CLASS TIME AND GIVE A 15-20 MIN BREAK.EXAMS ARE EASY IF YOU STUDY AND PAY ATTENTION TO HIS SLIDES.

5.0
1.0
PSY101
Dec 20, 2009

awsome class, I LOVED IT!! and very highly recommended and its very interesting and love his jokes and pretty much a great prof

5.0
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PSY101
Dec 21, 2009

He is awesome do little work in his class, participate, come on time and make sure he get's to know you and you will pass with flying colors. He gives three papers to write that are each worth 5 pts. towards your final grade and he will add that straight to what ever score you are receiving in his class. Thqat means 70, now 85

5.0
1.0
PSY1101
Jan 29, 2010

good professor.very laid back.took a couple of days off..easy class if u print out the slides he puts on blackboard and study what he tells u for the exams.the 3 papers are super easy no restrictions whatsoever.highly reccomend him.

5.0
1.0
PSY1101
May 24, 2010

he is a good teacher. kept me interested. ask questions when u can and hell explain even better.

5.0
1.0
PSY1101
Jun 5, 2010

Entertaining enough, if you're into that sort of thing.

5.0
1.0
PSY6936
Jul 25, 2010

Best prof. funny. and easy to understand. all the test material is on powerpoints and he reviews everything the class before the exam. top prof. in whole school. made school fun again.

5.0
1.0
PSY1101
Dec 7, 2010

He is awesome

5.0
1.0
PSY1101
Dec 29, 2010

Very Good Professor. Funny and makes the class interestng. I got a A- and I did not know anything whatsoever about Psychology. Pay attention to slides and still read book as backup. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.

5.0
2.0
PSY2404
Jan 26, 2011

The best professor ever took every psy class with him love it

5.0
2.0
PSY1101
Aug 5, 2011

the best psychology prof ever! :)

5.0
1.0
PSY404
Sep 13, 2011

Very good Professor, I would recommend him to anyone, Very polite and helpful, as a matter of fact you wouldn't need help how great he is. The tests are just like he says it will be. Love him.

5.0
2.0
PSY2404
Dec 13, 2011

The best professor ever. Very funny and crystal clear!!!! Ladies, he is so hot!!!

5.0
1.0
PSY1101
Dec 17, 2011

I normally don't rate professors, but this one is a must. He is one of the best psychology professors in City Tech! He is very nice and funny and gives good examples. Tests are based exactly off his study guides so there's no surprise or anything. Very cool and nice guy! Take him and you won't regret it.

5.0
1.0
PSYC1101
Dec 23, 2011

This guy is great and very helpful no way you can hate him. Basically if you see a opening for his class take it, the semester will be a breeze.

4.0
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PSY1101
Dec 27, 2011

This professor is good and easy I learn a lot from him is really a fun class. He makes you understand Psychology and the Exams are ok you only have to memorize the definitions that are in the review sheet. Also he ask people if they did not understand something he helps you a lot.He doesn't give you Hw which is Good:) Plus He is HOT!!

5.0
1.0
PSY2404
Jul 30, 2012

Best PSY2404 Professor ever

5.0
2.0
PSY2404
Jan 5, 2013

Great Professor! He is really nice and funny. You won't fall asleep in his class because he always bring up funny topics. His test is not hard. He always review what stuffs will be on the test. Just can't believed he just gave me a B. I thought I could get higher than that but anyways it's fine.

5.0
1.0
PSY2404
Jan 26, 2013

One of the best professor ever! Not one dull moment in his class. Exams are minimal and they are a piece of cake as long as you study. He's eye candy, slick, funny and knows his stuff. Do your assignment! It helps. I wish there were more amazing profs like him. A great inspiration!

5.0
1.0
PSYSOC
Feb 10, 2013

He is really nice and he can explain his material very well. He give 4 test but he gives your review. If you study U will get an A. He is is very cool with the student and flexible. Makes the class interesting.

5.0
1.0
PSY2404
Grade: B+
Aug 22, 2013

Take this professor I ended up in his class because I made a mistake with my schedule but the universe had other plans when I heard his syllabus I immediately ran to the library and switched to his class. He is nice and easygoing & wants all of you to past. He has VERY POSITIVE ENERGY that will def make his class chill and easy to pass. Just study!

5.0
2.0
PSY2404
Grade: B+
Jan 31, 2014

This guy is great, pretty funny too. He tried his best to take the dry topic of industrial psychology into something interesting. He is always in a good mood and makes jokes to give some life to the class. In regard to his work, it's easy, if you listen and come when he reviews for exams, which is usually the week before, then you'll pass.

5.0
3.0
PSY1101E716
May 21, 2014

Come to class, don't be late, do and hand in all of your essay's(before or on time), study hard, and you will find that his class is as good as it gets in your college life. Great personality and always willing to help. This is what you call a teacher/Professor.

4.0
2.0
PSY2404E752
Grade: A
Dec 9, 2014

This is my 3rd psychology class, he asked the class if any1 was there by choice I was the only 1 w my hand up. He TRIES to joke, but they're not funny. Older classmates found him to be funny.-.- He asked for our opinion during class but lacked ability to feed off of it &continue discussion like some prof. do. That's a turn off. Lost ALL interest.

5.0
2.0
2401
Jan 12, 2015

beautiful human being, funny, smart, very helpful but you have to work hard. i would take him again and again and again. Highly recommended!!

5.0
2.0
PSY1101
Grade: A-
Dec 28, 2015

Great professor! Study for the tests and do his assignments as he only assigns 3! Not a hard class at all.

5.0
2.0
PSY2404
Grade: B+
Jan 1, 2016

The Best Professor I ever had in citytech and i've been here for 2 years. Thier is no better professor in the psychology department or any professor at all that is so informative, funny and charismatic. I was never bored in his two and a half hour class psych 2404 and was intrigued the whole time. And the work was easy.

5.0
2.0
PSY2404
Grade: A
May 26, 2016
Would take again

Great professor, gives you review before each exam, makes class fun and very handsome despite of his age. Took Industrial psych, he made it easy, gave only relevant info, and you don't waste $ on the book! Wish there were more like him.

5.0
2.0
PSY1101
Grade: B
May 31, 2016
Would take again

This guy is amazing, best professor i ever had. His lectures are clear and easily related to your life to help you remember easier. He is a super cool guy that will hold your attention for the time. Just one thing, dont sleep.

5.0
2.0
PSY1101
Dec 12, 2016
Would take again

This man is amazing. By far he's the best professor I've had.

Inspirational
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
PSY2404
Grade: B+
Dec 17, 2016
Would take again

Awesome Professor! For a topic that is not so interesting, especially in the beginning, he really held my attention in every class. He's hilarious which makes the 2 1/2 hours of class not so bad. Take this professor!!

Hilarious
TEST HEAVY
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
1.0
PSY1101
Grade: A-
Jun 1, 2017
Would take again

Very Hilarious and amazing Professor. He is smart and knows his stuff. He explains every bit of the materials covered in class for better understanding.

Hilarious
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
PSY1101
Grade: A-
Sep 1, 2017
Would take again

Professor Sisco was not only funny, but one of the best professors I've had at City Tech. I would definitely take another class of his. He only gave 3 mandatory assignments & his review sheets for exams were so clear.

5.0
2.0
PSY2401
Grade: A-
Dec 5, 2017
Would take again

Best psychology professor at City Tech! Such a funny guy, i had him once a week for a 2hr lecture, he definitely made it bearable It didnt even feel like two hours. He was laid back and covered everything you needed to know for the exams, he even gave out review sheets. Test were easy. Provides a lot of extra credit as well. Will miss his class!

Hilarious
Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
PSYCHOLOGY101
Grade: B
Jan 7, 2018
Would take again

Best most favorite professor YET would definitely take a class he teaches again! Only gives three assignments one due each month he lets you know upfront the topic and details so you have more than enough time to complete them. His exam is little tricky, you must study his notes or powerpoint slides to pass. He also teaches good studying strategies which are very helpful! Very funny, sweet and kind professor.

Inspirational
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
2.0
PSY1101
Grade: A
Jan 25, 2018
Would take again

This guy's a great professor who doesn't just read slides from a screen but also breaks from that and explains the lectures in a more personal way and gets the class more involved into it. Gives 3 simple assignments on the first day of class and tons of time to complete each so you can finish it before it gets out of hand. He's a real inspiration.

Respected
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
1.0
PSY1101
Grade: A
Feb 4, 2018
Would take again

This professor is amazinggg!!! Hes a great guy you will love. By far the best proffer in city tech. Gives 3 mandatory assignments the first day of class and 3 exams! Hes a funny professor very clear and understanding. Helps out when ever you need. Definitely recommend him to anyone taking psychology.

5.0
3.0
PSY1101
Grade: A
Feb 26, 2018
Would take again

best professor I've ever have

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
PSY1101
Grade: A
Jun 3, 2018
Would take again

Great professor. Take down notes, study those notes, and you should have no problem passing his exams, which are all multiple choice btw.

5.0
2.0
PSY1101
Grade: A-
Dec 14, 2018
Would take again

Professor has a great personality and brings charisma to his lectures.

Respected
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
PSY101
Dec 19, 2018
Would take again

He's the best professor so far. Only 3 assingments for the semester, no homework. He's funny and outgoing. He relates his lectures to outside examples. His study guide sheets are basically what is on the test. He's very funny and sweet.

Hilarious
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
PSY1101
Dec 22, 2018
Would take again

Best professor ever... not bad. Very understanding and super nice! Just four assignments and four tests.

Amazing lectures
Caring
Respected
5.0
2.0
PSY1101
Dec 31, 2018
Would take again

Only 3 simple assignments and 4 multiple choice exams. Attendance matters. Lectures are easy and interesting. Great Professor.

Respected
Clear grading criteria
1.0
5.0
PSY1101
Grade: Rather not say
May 3, 2019
Wouldn't take again

This guy is very disrespectful he just ignores his students if they go and ask any questions. There is no make up eventhough if you have any emeregency situation. Very awful.

Test heavy
1.0
4.0
PSY1101
Grade: Not sure yet
May 3, 2019
Wouldn't take again

He test is kinda hard wont ever take him

Beware of pop quizzes
4.0
4.0
PSY1101
Grade: Not sure yet
May 9, 2019
Wouldn't take again

he is very nice professor and also funny. he only gives 3 homeworks that are very easy. only multiple choice 3 exams and and 1 final. i am not getting good grades in exam coz psyc is not my subject i have to take it for credits but if you love psyc or you sure that you will pass the exams then take him. you have to obv study a lot to pass exams.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Graded by few things
Test heavy
5.0
2.0
PSY1101
Grade: A
May 31, 2019
Would take again

Professor Sisco is awesome. Lectures are very clear and easy. Exams are all multiple choice and easy. No comlpaints, take him if you can.

5.0
1.0
PSY1101
Grade: A-
Jun 14, 2019
Would take again

Super funny, really knows his stuff. And he only gives three assignment throughout the semester.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
PSY1101
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 4, 2019
Would take again

he is an amazing prof! honestly one of the best, if you like psych then take him! he is super nice, explains well, and very easy going. you have to be there to pass so attendance matters but he is a super nice guy. would take him for all my psych classes. his tests are not difficult and assignments are super easy.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Inspirational
5.0
3.0
PSY1101
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 4, 2019
Would take again

He's an amazing professor who clearly knows what he's talking about. His lectures are informative but engaging. He gives 3 assignments and 3 tests/1 final. He provides study guides which help a lot. I 100% recommend!!

Respected
Graded by few things
Amazing lectures
4.0
2.0
PSY1101
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Aug 25, 2020
Would take again

Good professor

Gives good feedback
Respected
Inspirational
5.0
1.0
PSY1101
Grade: A
May 29, 2022
Would take again

A great professor!

Amazing lectures
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
2.0
PSY1101
Grade: A-
Nov 21, 2022
Would take again

Super nice and funny Professor. There is quite a lot of work assigned for homework, usually a paper and a discussion to do every week. His tests are somewhat difficult but he is very generous with curves and late assignments.

Hilarious
So many papers
Respected
5.0
1.0
PSY1101
Grade: A
Jan 17, 2023
Would take again

Amazing and caring professor. Wants us all to do well. actually cares about education too. Take him if you can!

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Graded by few things
5.0
2.0
PSY1101
Grade: A
May 14, 2024
Would take again

If you want an easy A take him

Clear grading criteria
Inspirational
Hilarious
5.0
2.0
PSY1101
Oct 7, 2024
Would take again

the goat.. like actually a king fr

Amazing lectures
Hilarious
Caring
2.0
3.0
PSY1101
Grade: C+
Dec 11, 2024

Class may seem easy, but when I took it, I had like 90% for first exam and 40% for second, 2 exams are 20% of our grade. While I completed evening, my assignments, discussions participations were all A's,only cause of one freaking exam somehow my overall grade went down to C+. Very unfair,do not recommend taking,doesn't knows what hes talking about

Participation matters
Lots of homework
So many papers
4.0
5.0
PSY1101
Grade: B+
Dec 23, 2024
Would take again

Great professor. Luckily had him online but all you need to do is do discussions and weekly assignments for attendance and credit. He gave a midterm and final exam which was super easy. I suggest to actually read his slides to get above C.

5.0
1.0
PSY1101
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 21, 2025
Would take again

do all the work and you get an easy A+. It's so darn easy literally the easiest 3 credits of my life an elementary schooler can get an A+ in this class

Clear grading criteria
Graded by few things
Online Savvy
1.0
4.0
INTROTOPHYS
Grade: C+
May 10, 2025

Convinces you that u can get a good grade but ends up giving you the lowest grade

Tough grader
Participation matters
So many papers
5.0
2.0
PSY1101
Grade: Incomplete
Oct 9, 2025
Would take again

He's really funny! He engages with his students during lectures and talks about actual interesting subjects that won't make you fall asleep. He's very open about students being able to reach him via email and replies very quickly. The material is easy. It consists of weekly papers that are typically just 2-3 paragraphs and discussion posts online.

Amazing lectures
Inspirational
Hilarious
5.0
2.0
PSY1101
Grade: A+
Dec 31, 2025
Would take again

Very cool Professor. The material is very easy to learn because of how well he explains the subject and how interesting the lectures are. The work is quite easy too. There's only 2 exams and they are just worth 5% of the grade. He grades mostly on participation/attendance and the homework he assigns. I honestly looked forward to going to his class.

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Hilarious
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

93%

Textbook Required

39%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

A-

95% confidence
Based on 27 grades
Most common grades:
A (10)
A- (7)
B+ (5)
Grade Distribution
A(11)B(2)C(2)D(1)F(0)A-/B+(12)
Based on 35 reported grades
A: 10
A-: 7
B+: 5
Not sure yet: 5
Common Tags
Hilarious (14)
Amazing lectures (10)
Inspirational (8)
Respected (8)
Caring (4)
Gives good feedback (4)
Graded by few things (4)
Amazing lectures (4)
Rating Trend

Declining

-0.32 avg change
Oct
Dec
Apr
May
Oct
Dec
Last 6 months
Ratings by Course

2401

5.0

(1)

PS404

5.0

(2)

PSYCHOLOGY101

5.0

(3)

PS101

5.0

(3)

INTRO2PYSCH

5.0

(1)
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Difficulty by Course

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3.0

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