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83%
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PHILLOGIC
5.0
(1)PHIL106ONLINE
5.0
(1)PHIL201
5.0
(1)PHIL101H
5.0
(1)SYMBOLICLOGIC
5.0
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INTOPHILO106
4.0
PHILOSOPHYLOGIC
4.0
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4.0
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4.0
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4.0
Reviews (84)
Excellent instructer. pretty easy if you pay attention and study.Some things mite seem hard. Very helpful. I took this class instead of Eng 103 for critical thinking. I'm so glad that i did.
He seemed to be a nice guy, who was brilliant...but he was so unorganized. I found it very difficult to take notes in his class, because he skipped around so much. Also, I was absent a few times, and did the assignment that was to be turned in the day I
Great teacher. Gets back to you
if u saw this guy on the street u would know he was a professor! no test just quizes.... lots of puzzles and small homework assignments. he tells some lame jokes! weeeeeeeeeeee!
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I like mr. call. He's a nice guy. He's very whatevers at times, but he's cool. Hes pretty easy if you do the hwk assignments. Most of his tests were open notes.
He is helpful and nice guy.
Good guy. Good professor. Do the small amount of homework he assigns, and you'll be fine. All my tests have been open-book so-far. Not difficult at all if you're not an idiot.
mr. call is a good teacher. he may be a bit boring but very helpful! he is willing to help you if you don't understand. make sure you do all the homework and get A's and B's on the puzzles and homework.
Mr.Call gave us a lot homework assignment and he was very boring... he can be very understand if you missed class and if asked he would e-mail it too you. The only test he gave out was the mid-term and the final. He also has a hard core issue with grammer, so make sure you took a english class.
Class is boring most the time however, the subject "ethics" doesnt scream fun either. So if you take be prapared to listen to him for an hour plus. He gives a decent amount of HW. Keep up and you'll get a good grade. The final was an essay and pretty easy. Hard subject to understand (the reading).
Great teacher.
HE CAN GET BORING AT TIMES WHICH IS WHY SOME STUDENTS DO BAD WHEN THEY DONT PAY ATTENTION, BUT OTHER THAN THAT, HES GOOD TEACHER. VERY EASY IF YOU KEEP UP WITH THE HW.
Mr. Call is an excellent teacher, although he can be a little dull. Study for the tests and essays.
I took Professor Call's class online. I really enjoyed the weekly chats. The homework is fair, not too much. The subject was a little tough for me at times, but I really enjoyed his way of teaching. Would take him again.
Gives a good amount of homework so make sure you do it. The lectures are good but he tends to get mono-tone and you can get bored. But he's still better then the book i guess.
AWESOME CLASS! I got so much out of. PS u can be tardy and it doesn't count against you. Just be prepared to stand up in front of the class. He likes discussion. But don't worry. If ur good at B-S-ing then u'll do fine. Bery little homework and the tests are easy.
very boring class
He is a really nice teacher. This is the only philosophy teacher you should take because he's very concerned when it comes to his students. If you don't understand he'll walk you through it until you do. VERY HELPFUL!
Do not take this class please.you should take another teacher. Hes teaching is ok but his grading is hard.
Very good teacher. He has a good understanding of what he teaches, and challenges his students to expand their thinking. He does tend to explain concepts in technical language which may make it difficult to fully understand, but he does try to help any student who needs help or further explanations. Friendly easygoing demeanor. Recommended!
I would not recommend any students in taking him. Do not take this teacher. Hes too anal about essay and the way you have to correct it and making it hard for that person to do. But hes not the best teacher in this school
Good teacher.
He is One Of The Nicest teacher i ever took, Maybe his clarity is not that clear, but he is definitely nice. U will know what im talking about if you took him.
Nice and Helpful, not to clear but knows philosophy well. Some Hw every week and seldom quizes open book Final! Take him hes good
Knowledgable and helpful. Wants his students to enjoy philosophy as much as he does.
Sweet, sweet guy. A little monotonous and if you're not careful, you can get him on a serious tanent. Nevertheless the class was enjoyable, work was DEFINITELY enough to get you thinking. Speak up in class. Be brave, it'll make your time there better, and plus its always fun to see where your fellow students stand. Take him.
the class is so boring at times! All you do is sit there and listen to him talk (most of the time not knowing what he is even talking about). never take any notes so the info never sticks. nice guy and all but not so good at teaching ethics
Philosphy of logic is a hard class if you dont get it, and this class is either a get it or dont kind of class. But the teacher is great. He really knows what he is doing and is pretty fnny in a semi corny kind of way. Take the class if you understand logic.
He is actually really nice, and the class is hard to understand. He really tries his best, and hes awesome!
Loved him. His logic class was very interesting. He's a very nice person and does his best to help. Tests are fairly easy. Homework assigned is long but easy if you pay attention. Mathematic like skills are needed. I would reccommend him any day. Take him if you really want to learn.
For having such an uninteresting topic, he made the class slightly more entertaining in his own corny way. He brings up good points and counter points and is very open minded. However, the best part to this guy's class: tests are open note open book.
I took his online class during summer, and it was OK. One paper for mid-term. In-class-essay for final. Reading quizes are not so hard. You have to participate in discussion board or chat to get points. Don't forget to write short essays responding to the textbook.
Mr.Call does a good job teaching a very boring subject. His voice can be a little boring, and his jokes are corny, but he makes his students a priority, and will go over whatever you need him to if you just see him during his office hours. Strongly recommend to satisfy your critical thinking requirement
He was awesome! The material he was teaching was out there, so he was a good teacher. He was very clear and gave you opportunity to have some extra credit. I loved him. He's very nice.
RIDICULOUS grader. I should have recieved a B in the class based on points but the way it was weighted, i ended up with a D.
Online class. Do yourself a favor and DON'T GET BEHIND ON ASSIGNMENTS or you will be sorry. Essays are graded based on your writing skills-if you write poorly or cannot spell properly, expect a poor grade. Overall, not a difficult class as long as you keep up with everything.
good class, it was funny cause on the 1st day of class he made us to get up to introduce ourselves and most of the class left and never came back. he is ok, he sounds kinda boring, but he make the material very clear. a lot of homework, and gotta do it in order to pass.
Proessor call is an extremely helpful, kindhearted professor who will go out of his way to highten your comprehension. He is even willing to make appointments for students who have busy schedules. He is truly passionate about philosophy and broadening the minds of all of his students. Not overly challenging, a truly enjoyable class :)
Great professor. Extremely helpful. Great class discussions. Willing to help and clarify. Sincere person and very understanding if you need an extension. If you do the work then theres no way you won't get an A. I would recommend him to anyone!!
This guy has a ridiculous grading system. The online course has a lot of material that he NEVER covers but expects you to know. If you want to actually learn something don't take his class.
hes a great teacher especially for such a ridiculus class i dont understand the importance of it but with that being said it is a great and easy class taking it with him just make sure you do the assignments and your set he gives great help and the quizes and test are open book and open notes!!
Boy this class is a little confusing, but if you think of it as a class to learn about puzzles and games, then you will survive. Mr. Call is a nice guy and he's got a sense of humor. I took this class because it was a requirement, but otherwise I would not have taken it. Daily homework and you use the text. Open book quizzes!!
Took his online class.He is very helpful and willing to work with you to help improve your grade.If you ask for help,his is willing to help.
I took his online class. He is very organized and makes it pretty clear what he wants you to do for a good grade. He is also one of the most engaged professors I've ever had in an online class (and I've taken a lot). He does weekly chats and had discussion forums for any questions students might have on the material. I learned a lot and enjoyed it.
he is awsome
Ok. This class is not fun, easy, or relevent in my opinion. But don't stress this class. Just show up everyday do the work, take the tests and you will pass. I was sure i was getting an F but passed with a C.
Call's lectures are somewhat boring, but you have to pay attention to understand the concepts of this class. It can be complicated, but he tries his best to be helpful and clarify what he wants you to know for the tests/quizzes. Most test and quizzes are opened book and notes, but attendance it important.
Call's lectures are somewhat boring, but you have to pay attention to understand the concepts of this class. It can be complicated, but he tries his best to be helpful and clarify what he wants. Most test and quizzes are opened book and notes, but attendance it important.
The subject is boring and difficult but this professor is perfect for it. He is a nerd, but he is very kind and has a lame sense of humor which is surprisingly funny. He does his best to teach his students and uses puzzles to try to make it more interesting. Daily book/handout exercises and occasional quizzes. Unpleasant subject, pleasant teacher.
took him online, hes somewhat easy but id recommend him
I took his class online during summer school, needless to say I worked my butt off. The class was a little heavy on religion but over all ok. He is a good teacher and very clear in expectations. If you are lazy and don't read the text this is not the class for you. Lots of reading and writing on Socrates.
Wow. This class has certainly opened my eyes. Dr. Call makes you think critically, and I never wanted to miss class. If you're interested in philosophy, TAKE HIM!
Hes awesome! He does well explaining the material if you don't understand it. Hes funny in his own nerdy way. I liked coming to class everyday, very interesting subject. He makes you think differently. I took Phil 106 after this because he was such a good teacher. If you have to take Logic, take it with Call, best professor for this subject.
One word: BOOOOOOOORING!!!!!!!!
Professor Call is a brilliant professor. If you love or are intrigued by philosophy, you will appreciate his teaching methods. Professor Call helps you analyze the different arguments and theories so in order to keep up you need to read the material and make sure that you have a clear understanding of the work at hand.
Prof. Call was a great teacher. Clear and does not hesitate to answer any questions as long as you ask. Can be on the monotone side when lecturing but makes jokes and keeps a mellow mood in class. Easy just make sure to attend and ask questions if your confused. Gives a lot of easy assignments so its hard to fall behind. Highly Recommend.
class/teacher is very straight forward in what he wants in class. took online. this was a hard subject for me but still managed to pass with a B. lots of reading and weekly assignments and essays but teacher didnt have strict deadlines to turn in. dont get behind through and u will pass.
took online. very hard subject for me but if u do all the work its very passable. no deadlines on homework except if u had to critique another students essay. teacher replies back fast to emails and is very helpful. recommend for students who want to learn. lots of reading and homework. mid term and final are both essays for a list of questions u can pick from.
Call is great, but if you lack cognitive skills, or can't sit still and pay attention you will struggle. He is a wealth of knowledge and gives honest, straight forward criticisms that are surprisingly blunt, and immensely useful. My writing has never been criticized before, but because of his honesty as a true teacher, I am a better student.
Call is an excellent teacher. I took his Great Religions of the World class and I truly enjoyed it. Call is a no b.s teacher. His class is hard. You can't b.s your way through this one. His class discussions were thought provoking and intrigued me to get check pluses and A's on my workbooks. If only I took him for Intro To Phil instead of J. Malley
Excellent teacher and one of the easiest classes I have ever taken. I only recommend this class for extreme math magicians or else you will fail miserably. I knew a lot of people who failed the class and I passed it with an easy A. The homework is fun and he is an adorable person. Final is worth 40% of your grade.
really good class! had ws for hw. hw is everyday. mandatory or else you will fail!and then a presentation on a chapter and had to lead a discussion. mandatory! have to say i was dreading the presentation. but actually it wasnt so bad. have no test! just an essay for the final. Great Professor! Very Nice and helpful!
Hes cool I guess but he doesnt even teach. Everyone in the class leads the discussion, so if you have a fear of talking take someone else because you will have to teach the class for about 30-45 min. Its super easy though and there are not any tests at all. Turn in your homework everyday!!
He is a wonderfull teacher.
Good professor, knows his subject well. Though he has a tendency to go on tangents, and his time management is bad; somethings don't get covered fully. He's not too work intensive: a few short essays, and a good amount of reading. He also does "group discussions" which is having his students cover a chapter while he fills in the missing details.
Incredibly nice and helpful. He explained everything simply and clearly. Super organized as well. Cheesy and amusing.
Took intro to phil online. Very manageable. Not a lot of assignments. Every weeks theres a short multiple choice assignment that is directly from 1 of 3 books that you need to read. 3 essays throughout the course which he provides feedback on. The reading can get mundane because they're translated, old world texts. Just read thouroughly.
very nice teacher, but his class is sooooo BORING...all he does is ask questions person answers and move on to next question. never teachers.
6 week DE summer class. Easy to pass. A lot of reading. Few essays. J.Call does not answer emails. Recommendation is to take this class online.
For his honors class, write your short essays and have him look them over first. His lectures always lead in someway back to religion. Speak out in class, participation is a big part of the grade. No tests.
The class can get very boring but you must keep up with the reading, homework and quizzes. He even gave an extra credit opportunity so keep up! It is not difficult, it was just a little exhausting. He is also helpful if you go to him.
Call's class was run like a seminar, so there was no lecture-ever. Lot of reading, homework assignments every session, and the final was an in-class essay. Overall, it wasn't the best, but it was an easy A. DO NOT TAKE HIS CLASS IF YOU DON'T LIKE SPEAKING DURING DISCUSSIONS!
Very easy. You basically read the whole book in 20 page incriminates. Workbook page due every class that's easy and answers are from the book. Class is run like a seminar and you have to lead seminar with prepared questions one section. Extra credit is offered if you visit a place that practices religion. Highly recommend Call over SaldaƱa
Professor Call has to be the worst teacher ever. He doesn't understand his own materials, wont explain them to you unless you're able to draw information from hearing the same sentences repeated. Barely covers anything but the homework. DO NOT TAKE IF YOU VALUE YOUR GPA, OR SANITY!!!!!
easy class but i would have preferred watching paint dry. would not recommend this class to anyone who actually has any interest in this subject. boring.
easy A. But soooo boring he really takes his class serious! i wouldn't take it if you aren't willing to sit in his class and be bored to death! but easy A! no test except for final which was an in class easy and was easy!
He's really smart and takes time with his students. He wants you to learn. You need the book, you need to be punctual and don't miss too many days or he will drop you. Lots of homework, but doesn't average in the lowest 3 homework grades, and gives you an opportunity for extra credit. Be on time, do your homework, easy A. Fun class too!
Although I'm an international student who doesn't speak English well, but he was so nice and helpful ! Just do the workbook every single time, read the book before you go to class, and there's no tests except final essay.. Don't miss the class too much, otherwise he'll drop you.
don't take Symbolic Logic unless you are one of those analytical thinkers, great at math and spotting patterns! Mr. Call is a super chill and compassionate guy. that being said, good luck teaching yourself this class. He will answer questions you may have. i recommend befriending a student that's succeeding to help you! he takes attendance everyday
I loved this class. If you're interested in philosophy, I would recommend this course. Professor Call is very knowledgeable, and really makes you think about things. Sometimes he gets off on tangents during discussions, but he has a lot of valuable information. He's a great guy, and was my favorite professor this term.
Hardest class I've ever taken. Only take if it's your only option, which was my case. Passable but you definitely need to work for it. To this day don't feel I learned anything. Just not the right subject for me. And I'm mostly an A student.
Don't take it unless you want a nap class
Fair grader. I recommend you get into the course or else you will find it boring as everyone else. homework is on the chapters you read. Final is an Essay in which there are over 40 prompts. EASY. 3 Tests that are based on the homework chapter EASY. so study the HW. also 20 % of the grade is when YOU lecture the course. I like call, hes a nice guy
Class Info
Online Classes
100%
Attendance Mandatory
83%
Textbook Required
100%
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PHILLOGIC
5.0
(1)PHIL106ONLINE
5.0
(1)PHIL201
5.0
(1)PHIL101H
5.0
(1)SYMBOLICLOGIC
5.0
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INTOPHILO106
4.0
PHILOSOPHYLOGIC
4.0
PHILOSOPHY
4.0
LOGIC101
4.0
SYMBOLICLOGIC
4.0