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Dr. Amirkhan is the best and funniest teacher at the Calstate Long Beach. He makes topics in Personality Psychology very interesting with a touch of humor.
Dr. Amirkhan is so funny and sarcastic! His classes are fun and he's a great instructor!
He makes learning really fun. Great professor!
By far one of the best teachers at CSULB. Definitely reccomend his class. He makes going to class fun and interesting.
He is totally funny! He really makes personality fun and interesting. If you go to class, your set with a good grade.
Great teacher, no book, and very interesting, have to go to class to get information.
The greatest professor I've ever had. One of the most compassionate and understanding profs at CSULB.
I love this teachers sarcasm.. also, I like that he didnt make us buy a book we didnt use! if you go to class every day and take notes you should get an A or B at least
Mr. Amirkhan is INCREDIBLE. He is the best professor I have EVER had! I looked forward to his class every time. I've never been so totally focused and excited about learning as I was in this class. The comments and jokes he adds during lectures cracks everyone up. He is amazing. TAKE HIM!!
I took this class last spring, I enjoyed Dr. Amirkhan, he is very funny, and made it very easy to understand. my boyfriend came with me to class one day (non-psych major) and he liked the way Dr. Amirkhan presented lecture. You are great!
I loved this class. Dr.Amirkhan is a vry good professor. He explains the lecture notes to thoroughly that you don not need to read the book.
Interesting class. Only thing I didn't like was turning one out of several papers written at test time. I like to get credit for all the work I do. Other than that, incredible professor- would take another class with him!
DR. AMIRKHAN great professor. take him don't miss out. easy class. he's so funny and he makes the class very interesting so you'll never get bored. and also a good professor to get to know.
hes a really great enthusiastic professor, i totally recommend him, his first exam was much easier then the 2nd one. but overall i think hes great and makes things seems easier than they are.
Best professor I've ever had in my life.
Amirkhan is the best professor I ever had. He makes the class really interesting and makes a lot of jokes. Really understanding professor everyone should take his class. Study the notes and you will get an A.
Dr. Amirkhan is awesome. He is really funny and his lectures are informative and very easy to follow. His exams are simple, the final through me off a little though, because it was much more specific than the first exams. Take him as much as possible, you wont regret it
I am a graduate of CSULB. I took his class back in 1999. I still remember him. He's a GREAT teacher. Very funny. Good lectures. I was always excited to attend class.
You didn't need any book. And all the lectures were very understandable. He was also funny so it made you WANT to pay attention and come to each and every class.
He is very funny! He will make you want to go to lecture to find out what crazy thing he's going to teach or do during class. You do not need the book, everything is based off his lecture. VERY COOL TEACHER.
A quality teacher, you will learn a lot. He uses comedy to keep your attention and his lectures are clear cut. He has a great reputation and CSULB needs more teachers like him. Study your notes and you will do well. Take as many psy classes with him, you will walk away learning something.
Awesome professor. Highly recommend. Funny and cares that you learn. Test are not too difficult, just write every paper. He's great....take him while you can.
He is a great professor. Very clear both in lecture and quizzes and understanding. Im taking another class with him this summer, so glad I chose to take Personality with him. Love this guy!
it's like youre learning about personality and listening to a standup comedy at the same time. he's very easy. 2 exams and a paper to turn in (5 papers, 1 randomly selected for credit) and a final. no books at all.
He is the funniest guy in psy. department. This class is one of the easiest class i have ever taken. but you actually learn a lot from him. No required textbooks. Tests are only based on his lectures. EASY class.
Awesome Professor!! I wish he would teach more psych courses...would love to take another course with him! Highly recommend...you'll walk away feeling good because you will actually understand the concepts taught in class!
Professor Amirkhan is AWESOME. He's one of the best teachers I've ever had. First of all, He has a very talented sense of humor. I really looked forward to his lectures and going to class. His class is also quite easy, easier than most college classes-no text book to read!!! I would definitely reccomend him, for all courses.
By far, one of my favorite teachers. He makes the topics fun and tries to relate them as best possible. Would highly recommend him!
By far a God among men. I love this guy. if i could have his babies i would. He is is the coolest guy ever. Take his class, you will regret it if you don't.
Dr. Amirkhan is the funniest and most entertaining! I didn't fall asleep once in his class... That says A LOT about the professor :)
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Very good professor. He makes lecture interesting. Attend class, lectures help with exams and assignments. I enjoyued his class very much.
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aww i love dr amirkhan!!! the best psych professor in csulb...super funny, and makes class interesting...he needs to teach more classes =)
Great class. Insteresting, funny, good time.
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He's FUNNY and AWESOME! You dont need the text book for anything...and he lectures off of his notes, he writes everything on the overhead and that's all that's on the test. The Essay are easy...it was SOOO FUN!
NO TEXTBOOK and very easy and understandable....TAKE HIS COURSE! you wont regret it...
I liked Dr. Amirkhan so much that I took him for Assessment immediately after taking personality. His expectations are clear, and there is no outside reading. The papers are easy and actually involve applying the concepts learned in class. I highly reco
He is AWESOME!!! He is so funny and really knows what he's talking about, too. I wish I could take more classes with him. He really cares that you learn and is there to help, but makes the class really easy too. He's hilarious. It's great. Take this class!!!!!!! Even if it doesn't count for ur major or anything, just take it anyway. It's a D2!
Dr. Amirkhan is one of the best professors I had at CSULB. He was funny and man I loved his laugh. Great professor got his message through.
Great instructor, funny, intriguing, and always kinda reminded me of Woody Allan...in a good way.
This is a great teacher if you like to write and learn about personality. The tests are not too challenging. Meeting with Dr. Amirkhan for office hours was never a problem because he was always there. He has a good sense of humor and keeps the subject totally interesting.
No book, tells you everything you need to know. Topic can be boring at times but he is funny.
He is really funny and interesting. I love his wacky comments, like he doesn't even care anymore about his job.
Dr Amirkhan is one AWSOME professor!! I am so glad i had him as a professor here at csulb my first semester. He teaches his class very well and for ppl who have a short attention span like me, this professor is perfect! lol ^_^; He is so funny and he really knows how to teach the material ! take him! i recommend it :)
Prof A is SO awesome! He is the best prof ever!! I would take ANY class he teaches, even if I didn't need it for my major or anything. He is hilarious and if you have a bad day just go into his class and it will be better b4 you leave! He's great.
Dr. Am is the best ever!!I had him way back in 86-89 and I am a pro now and still think he was the best!
I love this man and I am planning on taking every class he teaches. He didn't assign a book so you have to go to class, but its worth it. I highly recommend anyone (even if you aren't a psych major) to take it!!!
I love this man! He is so funny and explains everything perfectly. He is the best professor I have ever had! Take him, you won't be sorry.
Amazing instructor!!!! He laid back and the information is clear-cut,tests are straight forward but make sure to study your notes and go to class.A big bonus is there is NO TEXTBOOK!!!
great teacher, he is really funny and makes class time fly by. no book!!! take him just to be in his class. really nice guy. Interesting class material. little work, so do well on tests and keep up with paper assignments.
Hands down, one of the best teachers I have had in college. He is a great teacher, he's very helpful, doesn't require tons of work, and makes class interesting. I was actualy disapointed when I had to miss class. He also keeps class fun with all his jokes and comments. The only thing bad about him is that he only teaches 2 classes!
fun and easy class a most take for any student. no book
He is the BEST!!! Doesn't req. a book, but gives a few assigments (Do them on time). Gives 2 exams. Honestly, I am not the best student at LB, but he made me feel like I had the potential. He is very hilarious, what a CuTiE w/ all his jokes!!! He is a MUST have teacher... Could not have asked for anyone better. Just stay on top of hw. Love him!!!
funny guy- but with wisdom- never a dull moment- i was hanging on every word- other classes- i'd come in ****- stoned- even urinated in my pants in one class- but with Dr. Amirikhan i was on my toes- great teacher- a genuine teacher- a rare commodity these days- a truth teller
Easily best teacher I've had, the guy's hilarious, helpful, knowledegable, genuine, and most perhaps most importantly, his classes were pretty easy. Take his classes if you can!
I love this class! This guy is great! He makes the lectures very interesting (funny) and yet you still learn. It's a very easy class (midterm, final, and a couple of easy essays to write). He doesn't even collect all the essays--only 2 for the semster. I would take him for all my classes if I could.
He is an AWESOME professor. Makes you very interested in the subject matter and no book is required! Just go to all his lectures and write the analysis papers on time and you'll do great! I can't wait to take him for 314. A MUST have professor.
HE is Hilarious!!! I highly recomend him for a fun class that you will also learn a lot in.
GREAT TEACHER! awesome and amusing class... you wont regret taking him over thayer... that guy is boring! No textbook required or assigned for that matter... all lecture notes... it's not mandatory for you to go to class, but you have to if you want to pass the class to take notes
Best teacher I've ever had. He's hilarious. I never felt like not going to class. I learned a lot. He's a must take. Too bad he doesn't teach other classes.
He is awsome!! Take this class. You will learn a lot!
He was one of the best professors I took my first semester at CSULB. He explains theories and ideas so well and is hilarious! If you miss class, you'll be behind because the book is not required and he never uses it. Even if you aren't a psych. major, you'll enjoy this class!
good guy and great professor. very helpful and entertaining
His off-the-wall humor makes class quite enjoyable. He's definitely a character!
This man could teach ANY CLASS in ANY subject and make it interesting. Very funny and interesting lectures. By far, one of the best professors I've had in my years at CSULB. Wonderful asset to this school. The man is a genius!
dr. amirkhan is a great proffessor. the textbook is not required becasue its not necessary. He makes learning about personality fun.
great teacher. you'll love personality psych. after taking his class.
Dr. Amirkhan is one of the best professors ever!!! I love this professor. He makes the class so much fun and he's brilliant. I love this class. I learned soooo much. I hope he reads this!
The best professor I've had during my 2 years at CSULB. His humor and enthusiasm for the subject make his lectures really enjoyable. He's made learning the material so much easier. Take one of his classes if you haven't yet, you're in for a treat. Highly recommended!!! (Hope you win the bet, Dr. Amirkhan ;-)
Best professor ever!! He is so funny and has a great way of explaining things. Must go to class, notes are vital to do well on test!
Dr. Amirkhan is an excellent lecturer. He really knows his stuff, and his delivery is very entertaining. I learned a lot and had fun doing it.
GREAT teacher & VERY funny. I learned a lot in his class. Don't need textbook, must go to class, tests are pretty easy.
He is so wonderful! Take him if you can, the class is very interesting and you'll learn a lot about yourself. The textbook is not required, but you must attend class everday. Study your notes and pay attention and you'll do fine on the tests. I wish I could take him again!
He is about as nutty a professor as you can imagine. He is brilliant and knows so much about his work and hes hilarious. Only problem is that sometimes he is a bit unclear on how he wants your papers written...8 papers, 2 collected randomly (yes 6 dont get graded)test are from lecture, no txt book final is cumulative and alot of info.
The best teacher you will take at CSULB!!You will learn a great deal in his class.The lectures are very interesting and full of useful information.The lectures are so great you don't even need to purchase the book.
this class will teach you to have a better personality. it's a priceless lesion that you will thanks him later. he showed another side of every personality that everyone tends to miss. he got jokes that crack everyone up. everyone at least get a "B"
Fun, great guy! Must go to class, but it is great going.
Dr.Amirkhan is great. PSY 356 is easy if you attend class and study.
This is one of the few classes I've taken that I really didn't want to end. His lectures are hilarious AND informative...the kind you tell your friends and family about. Attendance is not mandatory but you really won't want to miss this one...even the assignments are fun! Loved him. Take his class.
Awesome professor makes every topic interesting. Laughed everyday, definitely recommend taking him! Review and study the notes for tests and do the papers they help you understand the topic.
The best teacher I've had since starting college. He's funny and relaxing, but somehow manages to teach complex subjects at the same time and make you understand them. Would recommend him for any of his classes.
He is a great teacher!! I recommend his class for all students. I enjoyed his class a lot!
Hilarious teacher! Clearly enjoys having an interactive audience. He's very interested in Personality and it shows. Doesn't use a book bc he's put so much time into picking and choosing the best information about the subject. Awesome teacher!
He's the best professor i've had at this school. Psychology is not even my major, but he makes it so fun. He's very funny and entertaining. He knows a lot about his subjuect. I'd recommend him to anyone.
amazing teacher. take him. funny and easy. 3 multiple choice exams with only A, B, & C. he makes things easy and crystal clear. the essays are easy as well. as long as u show up and listen (which isnt that hard because he makes the lectures lively and comical) u can get an A.
LOVE HIS CLASS. so funny and always keeps your attention. no book needed and not a lot of notes. would highly recommend this class with him!
He is so funny and quirky, makes class enjoyable. Don't bother buying the book, you won't even open it.
ABSOLUTELY LOVED HIS CLASS AND TEACHING STYLE! HE IS FUNNY AND MAKES CLASS ENJOYABLE. GIVES TOPIC INFO IN AN UNDERSTANDABLE, INTERESTING WAY! NO TEXTBOOK :)
He's really cool. His class is'nt hard at all, you just have to pay attention and go to class. You'll still learn a lot even without the textbook.
I really loved this class and Dr. Amirkhan made it interesting for every class. I wish all professors were like him. The class was not too hard either, just a few papers which isn't asking much. I recommend taking this class with this professor!
Dr. Amirkhan is a great professor overall. His teaching and lectures are interesting and insightful.
VERY VERY VERY interesting class. You learn a lot about yourself and other people. One of my favorite classes I've taken at CSULB.... Oh yeah, he is by far the funniest professor I've had as well!
8 easy, short and clear two page papers. No crazy and expensive book required. In class lectures were entertaining and informative. Cumulative final. One of the top 3 professors I have had in my 4 years at CSULB. TAKE HIM!!!!!!! TAKE HIM!!!!!!
Great class. If you want to take personality @ CSULB take him!!! He rocks, lectures are fun!! & time goes by super fast!! NO txtbook & only 8 short papers, he only reads 2, 2 midterms & the final!! Easy class!!! =] & very insightful
AWESOME! AWESOME! AWESOME! teacher one of the best teachers ive had in my life. He really cares that u learn the materiaal and wont stress u as much on the tests. He is approachable and HILAROUS! LOVED HIS CLASS! TAKE HIM!!!
I LOVED DR. AMIRKHAN!! He is one of the best professors that i've ever took! The class is fun and he's super funny and loves his students. His essays are only two pages and his exams are a breeze. No need for the book-HE EVEN TELLS YOU NOT TO BUY IT-TOO MUCH MONEY HE SAYS!!=) Take his class-he'll take the stress and pressures out of your life!!!!!!
First lecture class I actually enjoyed. Lectures informative and intersting. The papers are very helpful to understand the material and keeps us from having to buy a textbook. He's very helpful, comprehensive, smart and FUNNY!! Only two easy midterms and one comprehesive final. Great class, excellent professor. HIGHLY RECOMEMDED!!!
Dr. Amirkhan's class was the best! Not only is he a great teacher, but the structure of the class is do-able for non Psych majors. Plus, he is one funny mofo.
BEST PROFESSOR IN THE HISTORY OF MY COLLEGE CAREER!!! He is sooooo funny, and knows how to make his classes interesting. I wish he taught more classes because i would take them all!!
One of the best teachers I have ever had! Take his class if you really want to learn and laugh the whole time. He doesn't make you buy a textbook which is also AMaZinG! He is adorable and I just want to pinch him!!
Absolutely the best teacher at CSULB. Really. He is fantastic, brilliant, funny and understanding. He knows his material so well and he makes it so interesting to learn. Doesn't require book and is hilarious to boot!
I took him for two classes and he is probably the best teacher I have had all for years at long beach state. He doesnt use a book, he makes things very understandable, his test are very reasonable and he is very funny. I suggest taking him for any class you can!
Dr. Amirkhan is a great professor. He is humorous and explains the material in an understandable manner. There was a midterm and a final. Not much studying is required if you understand the material from the lectures.
PSY ASSESSMENT THE BEST PROFESSOR HANDS DOWN !!!!!!!!
Dr. A is one of those teachers that's just plain amazing and can cater--well actually the way he teaches--to every students' learning style(s). Additionally, he's not so much a fan of textbooks so he tests straight from lecture--his sarcastic humor and charm make class fun. I highly recommend him; even if you just need advice--he's awesome.
Go Amir Go!
He has been my favorite Professor so far at CSULB! He has a funny sense of humor and really knows what he's talking about! There is no textbook so horray!
Amirkhan is so damn AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!;)
Amirkhan's class is the perfect place to take away all the stress from your day! His class is therapy and a vacation!=)
Dr. Amirkan is everyone's dream professor!! He is heaven sent!;)
Dr. Amirkhan is an excellent professor who really is brilliant about what he teaches. He belongs up there with those legendary psychologists like Freud and Jung.
Dr. Amirkhan's class is awesome. There's no textbook required because he has yet to find a book that he completely agrees with so lectures are mandatory. He doesn't shove his theory down your throat, so that's awesome too. Funny guy, really helpful.
Very interesting class, I learned a lot about people. Don't go in thinking you will get an A. I had a psych major who took his class say my paper was an A, he gave me a C...I don't agree with how he graded papers. It's fairly easy to get a B though. Don't buy the book you wont need it. Show up to class, he makes it entertaining. Great professor.
He's well versed and a good lecturer, although I wasn't impressed with the personality theories taught. He gives easy tests, but a very hard grader on the paper, even if you match all the requirements and discuss elaborately, it's hard to get an A. I'm still bitter about how those papers are graded. I wouldn't recommend this class.
I don't know why people find his papers so difficult when Dr. A explains in detail exactly what he wants for every single paragraph. His papers are so easy as long as you pay good attention and write down all his notes. His tests are very easy. I'm a All you psych majors should be thankful to have an awesome prof. like Dr. Amirkhan.
One of the BEST psych professor at Long Beach! He understands how students learn and tailor his teaching to his students. It's like comedy hour...you forget that you're actually learning
I don't know what drugs he uses before he grades the papers, but I would like some of those! I meticulously took notes on how to do the papers and he still gave me a bad grade. I think he does it just to limit the number of people that get A's because almost all the other grades are B's. If you get a C in this class you might to steer clear of Psy.
Great lecturer! Mult choice tests are easy but still confused about how the papers are graded. Wrote down everything he said and still got bad grades on papers (I usually get As) and a large portion of overall grade is based on papers. Doesnt take attendance but directions for papers are given in class and test Qs are drawn directly from lecture.
he is (sometimes) funny, tests are strictly from the lectures. his lectures are sometimes confusing. he has his assistant grade the papers and tests, which makes it confusing as well.
I found Dr. A's lecture and the course to be completely helpful and useful. His lectures are very simple and clear. If there were any confusion with the materials presented, simply raise your hand and ask him, OR go to his office hours and he will be available to assist you with anything. He's an awesome professor and very easy to get along with.
This class is definitely worth taking and yes he is a funny guy which makes the class a little bit more enjoyable! The exams are from the lecture notes. NO BOOK required (save yourself the money).
Excellent professor! Dr. A is great at explaining the material; he is well organized and very clear in his explanations. He's very funny and genuine! His class is therapy and a vacation-can't emphasize how fun his class is!!!!=) Easy papers and tests are a piece of cake as long as you take good notes! Best professor at Long Beach-Hands down!!!!!
He is honestly the best teacher I have ever had! He's super funny, and great at teaching. His tests are extremely fair if you study for them.
Awesome professor! Doesn't make you buy a book! Very funny, and very clear in his lectures. Attendance isn't mandatory but you have to be in class to get the notes for the test because he doesn't use a book. Requires you to write papers as half of your test grade, but they end up being very helpful in studying for the test! Great class!!!
I love his class--it is awesome!!!!! Dr. Amirkhan truly is the greatest professor at Long Beach!!!!I hope he has got tenure. His exams and papers are very easy!!!! You must take at least one of his classes before you graduate, even if you aren't a psyc major!!!!
Great class, easy to understand lectures, very entertaining. I would take any other class he is teaching.
Dr. A. totally enhanced my education. I would take his class any day, any year.
Dr. A. if you're interested in useful "life knowledge" take his class. He will open your mind and help you to help yourself. He knows what he is talking about and he has the best sense of humor.
Dr. A is awesome!! He will fill your mind with so much intellect! His lectures are super fun! I loved his class so much when I was his student that I sat in his class the next semester just for fun so many times even if I was a former student!!!! His class is that awesome!!!! He takes the stress out of college!! I'd take 50 classes with him!!!! =)
Amazing Prof, the only class out of six this semester that I learned something that I could discuss but maybe not use{and this is abt my views on PSYCH, not on the prof}. Great teacher who really gives a damn abt the students. The only wish is that he would let us be more creative with the papers, I felt I was in prison writing my papers.
Don't know why there is no review for his psy 314. I'll be the first to tell everyone that his psy 314 course is one of the best course I've taken. If you plan to take statistics this course give you a head start.
Great Professor! He makes learning the material very fun and interactive! No textbook required. Course has a few exams and a few short papers but over all awesome class. One catch, since there is no textbook, not a good idea to miss class unless you have nice friends who take good notes :D I highly recommend him
Best Teacher I've ever had. He really knows what he is talking about and he is good at teaching it. He is funny and makes all the lectures interesting. I never missed one class because he makes it so fun. I've never had a teacher as amazing as him. Definitely take him, he is the BEST!!!
i have taken personality, assessment, and psy 499 and i can honestly say that i thoroughly enjoyed every class that i have had with him. for 499 specifically: it's an incredibly easy and undemanding course. i would highly recommend this course if you are interested in helping out with research.
Dr. Amirkhan is a funny, intelligent guy who makes learning interesting. This class was such a great class. It was definitely easy, but I also feel like I learned the material. There are 9 short papers, 2 midterms, and a final exam. It sounds like a lot, but it really isn't a big deal if you do the papers as he assigns them. I highly recommend him!
The way he lectures class is brilliant through the maddi schema. He makes lectures fun yet educational= best teaching! You will learn a lot. There are about 9 writing assignmts and only two are submitted during the three tests taken. i recommend you take him.
Best Teacher I've ever had. Makes learning fun, and easy. Incredible Teaching style.
This class is crazy awesome. Dr. Amirkhan is the best! He makes every class fascinating. No book is required. The papers are relavant to the material. Tests are straightforward and easy. Everything he teaches sticks in your mind even after the semester is long over! Take him!
He is seriously one of the best teachers I have ever had. The tests are easy, nothing unexpected. You only have to write a few short papers before the first two exams. He makes class so interesting and is VERY funny. I would reccommend taking him to everyone!
I've taken 8 PSY classes so far, and he is the best prof I've ever taken. He's very knowledgable, amusing, and there was never a time where I was bored. Very fair grader. 2(ish) papers, 2 midterms and 1 final. Total of 150 point for the class. He doesn't belittle you when you ask questions, and he's good with email too. If you need to take personality, you HAVE to take him.
The best professor i have taken in all 3 years at CSULB, he's rated top 20 for a reason, you must attend class no book needed, he's clear and interesting and funny as hell. Reccommend him for any class, but i took him for personality, i just atteneded class took notes never studied and passed. He's AMAZING!
Attendance is absolutely mandatory. No book. One of the funniest profs I've ever had and very helpful. Interesting material but kind of a lot to remember. Exams aren't that hard. Eight 1.5 page assignments. You can send them to him for comments/critiques before they are due. Class was interesting and not that difficult. I would recommend him for personality psych.
TAKE THIS CLASS!! Super funny professor and really interesting topics. He does not even require a textbook which means you really have to be at class to take notes. Hard topics but he gives you all the right tools to succeed! Take this class for sure.
This guy is awesome! Really funny and the class is extremely interesting. Plus, it's an easy A. And no textbook required! Take him.
He is a very fun, knowledgeable teacher with a lot to offer. Mini-papers are not too hard, and the tests are manageable. He makes personality as exciting as it can be with funny analogies and what not. A must take for anyone required to complete this class.
One of the most amazing professors I have ever had!! He really knows his stuff and makes it very understandable when he teaches it! He is hilarious and the professor to take if you want to learn theories in personality as well as enjoying the course! TAKE THIS CLASS!
This is a great class and he is a wonderful professor. I truly appreciae his teaching style.
Dr. Amirkhan was one of the best professors I had while at Long Beach! He explains the theories in a way you never forget while keeping you laughing. If you have to take this class, please take it with the best!!
MUST TAKE HIM!! EASY A. Very fun class. 2 midterms and 1 final. 2 page papers through out the course but he only picks one to grade at each exam.
Like all the other billion comments said, he is the best for psych or personality and just psych in general. take every class he teaches. you won't regret it.
He is the best teacher I've had at CSULB. He makes learning fun! He makes the class very interesting, and explains theories thoroughly. You should take every class he teaches; you won't regret it.
Absolutely the best teacher I have ever had. Uses analogies to get his points across and is very funny. Even if you're not a psych major, I would highly recommend this class as an elective. Very helpful to come to every class. He is crystal clear. If you take good notes and review you should do very well.
If you can take him, do. The best teacher I've ever had. Best class. Always laughing
highly recommend! very funny & informative. I took him last year for personality (356) and just finished his 3 week summer course for assessment (314).. both easy classes, neither require a textbook, exams based only on lecture..314 had 2 exams & a lot of assignments, some very time consuming, but all easy..356 had 3 exams total & some short papers
He is the best professor ever! He is so funny and helpful too! The subject was pretty dull but his sense of humor makes it tolerable. Enjoyed his class very much, take him!
By far the most quick-witted, clear and concise professor who will have the class laughing at every remark regarding the human psyche. He does not require a textbook and attendance because his own material is sufficient and will keep students showing up in class.
the professor is great at giving examples that help you understand the material,attendance its extremely important because he gives exams on what he cover on lecture LOVED TAKING HIS CLASS
Absolutely one of the PSY dept's finest! He is clear and enthusiastic about his craft, which definitely keeps the class engaged. Very witty and humorous. If a PSY major, highly encourage you to take this course with this professor!
I took the Honors course. EASY A! He's AMAZING! It's no mistake that he is rated as 1 of the BEST profs in the NATION! He lectures from an overhead & is very effective in teaching content. He's nice, smart, & funny. He's open to participation & respects his students' perspectives. Recommend this class to EVERYONE! CSULB is truly lucky to have him!
I love this professor, he is very respectful and he is very helpful. It is very important to attend class as he uses his lecture notes for the exams.I learned a lot with him
Dr. Amirkhan's class made me feel a little sleepy sometimes, but then out of nowhere he would say something freaking hilarious and wake me up. This man has intelligence, ethics, and- you guessed it- personality. He's the whole package. Take him.
Lots of Work in this 3 week course and a little overwelming! Some days I was up all night! Very TIME CONSUMING work! Midterm/Final based on lecture notes only. STUDY HARD! Hard class but definitely able to get a C, B, or A or if you try and put in the hours. Nice teacher though! Would not take Assessment with anyone else but him!
Great class, but overwelming work load. Assignments though are long but as long as instructions are followed then they are easy to get an "A or B" on. Tests are difficult and are from lecture notes. He is the easiest Assessment teacher and I recommend taking his class over Statistics anyday.
Dr. Amirkhan is one of my favourite teachers at CSULB. He's incredibly up to date and funny. He uses an overhead projector for lectures, and no textbook! his class was extremely interesting and he really helped me to learn and understand personality theories.
Show up, pay attention, take notes. You will do fine! He is very funny and wants his students to learn. I would love if all professors taught like he does! Brilliant man. You have to write short papers relating to personality types, he collects 1 out of 5 when you have a test. Tests are multiple choice and based off of his notes.
Best professor at CSULB. Just study for the exams, but he makes class worthwhile.
Professor Amirkhan is awesome! He is so funny and very intelligent! He makes the class really fun! He gives two exams and one final. Bunch of papers on theories that help with the exams. He raised my 89% to a 90% cause he's just that awesome!
Great professor. No book needed. The class is both interesting and easy.
Easily the best professor I've ever had. Cares far more about giving you the information over testing on it. Is incredibly funny and definitely knows his stuff. There's no book here; just make sure you show up to class to get the notes. Tests are incredibly easy. There are short essays you need to write, but they're actually pretty fun. DO IT
Take him!! Dr. Amirkhan is such a funny guy -- had us laughing all the time. He makes the class so straightforward, clear, organized, etc. He's just awesome.
Dr. A is hands down one of the best professors that CSULB has. It is a true shame if you are a psych major or minor and do not take him! WRITE THE PAPERS ON TIME- AND ATTEND CLASS. There are 3 exams. 2 midterms and 1 final- MAKE SURE YOU STUDY HARD FOR THE FINAL- but completely do-able! He is very funny, organized and helpful!
Amirkhan is a great professor. no use for textbook. class not mandatory, but honestly why wouldn't you show up he makes lectures easy fun and entertaining. instructions for papers are clear. He's funny and overall excellent as a professor. I definitely recommend him you will NOT regret it.
Not only was the material interesting, Dr. Amirkhan is extremely entertaining. He was able to be funny and at the same time teach the material clearly. No textbook required. Attend lectures and take notes. You won't want to miss a lecture anyway since class is a good time.
Great professor and interesting material. Dr. Amirkhan goes out of his way to present the material as clear as possible. He is also extremely funny. Easily made it to my top 3 favorite professors.
Best class i've taken in a while. The assignments are very interesting and take all the information from lectures and helps memorize them. The exams are really fair. Best part? The lectures. He's very funny, smart, and interesting. Never had a class laugh as much as i did in this class. Also NO TEXTBOOK!
BEST PROFESSOR EVER! Just take him, don't even think about it. You'll love him, I promise. There are 5 papers due before Midterm 1 and 4 before Midterm 2. Final is generally easier than midterms. THERE IS NO BOOK for this class, it's completely lecture based, so just attend lectures. He's hilarious and will make them interesting. You'll love him.
Great Professor! Gives great detail in articulating personality theorists. Writes in overhead projector so BONUS to keep up with lecture. Does not write so much, but gives great examples. Must TAKE!!
I LOVE DR. AMIRKHAN! he is seriously the best professor in the psychology department. Exams are fair, just study and you'll be fine. His lectures though, oh man his lectures! they are the best. Very knowledgeable and passionate about personality psychology. I enjoyed him, I RECOMMEND! take him!!!
I loved this class so much and loved the professor even more. He is amazing, not only my favorite psychology professor but also my favorite CSULB professor. He is hilarious and really wants his students to pass, plus the class alone is interesting he just makes it that much better. I would definitely recommend. Do not hesitate to take him (:
Hilarious professor. Tough class but he definitely makes the work enjoyable. I ended up getting a 100% in his class and actually applied what I learned! The grade consists entirely of 3 exams which is nice because that means less work. Would definitely take him again!
I was lucky enough to take this class through the Honors program so our class was only about 20 people. I totally recommend taking this course through Honors because it's not much harder and the class is smaller. The lectures are the best because he explains the concepts thoroughly and his humor adds to how enjoyable the class is!!!
Lecture is not mandatory, but since there's no book or powerpoint slides, its necessary to pass the class. Uses projector. He gives great examples and is just hilarious. Assigns application papers per section and randomly selects one to grade. The midterms consist of 50% exam and 50% paper graded. 3 exams. By far my favorite prof ever!! Loved him!!
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Prob best professor I've had here. His tests are really easy, no book required. He lectures off an overhead projector so you need to come to class, but he is really funny so his lectures are great. He is very knowledgeable and you can tell he loves what he does. There is a reason he is so highly rated. He is amazing, you WILL NOT regret taking him.
Awesome class, awesome professor. You wont regret taking his class. Lectures are fun and interesting. His jokes are hilarious. Not many assignments or exams (3) but you need to attend class for all course content (no book, or online lecture notes). Not many assignments so be sure to do the ones there are or you will quickly drop your grade.
One of my favorite profs. He's a very authentic person and knowledgeable on the subject making his lectures not only interesting, but easy to absorb the info. Also, he's very humorous, so his lectures are def worth it. Doesn't require a textbook, so just show up to the lectures, take notes and thats what you'll be tested on. Take his class.
two words " best professor" he makes lectures fun, he provides very good examples to further explain concepts. i wish he lectured more classes!
two words " best professor" he makes lectures fun.
He is by far the BEST professor i have ever had. He writes on a projector so there's no power points so you have to attend class. But he's so funny and his lectures are so interesting that you'll want to go. It's all memorization and easy short papers on a weekly basis. Just make sure to turn in your papers promptly.
Best professor I have had at LB. Information comes strictly from lectures, but he describes the material in the easiest way where you can understand it and apply it to your life. Hilarious and very, VERY knowledgeable. Easy A! TAKE AMIRKHAN. YOU WILL NOT REGRET IT.
No textbook so everything you learn in class is what you are graded on. Very straight forward, he writes out the notes with you so that he knows he is going at the same pace you would be. Hilarious and makes everyone interested in the subject matter because he makes it relatable.
I swear you won't require a textbook. His style of teaching is admirable. He is funny, and obviously knows his material. Makes concepts really easy to grasp. It's an easy A if you do your part and come to class!
There's no textbook; he lectures using an overhead projector so there isn't an overload of information to write down each class. All information from notes is what's on each midterm/final. There's 9 papers, 2 midterms, and the final. I'd suggest going to the lecture instead of copying notes from someone else, it's just easier. He's amazing, easy A.
Easily the most personable professor I've had on this campus. His story-telling inspires insight and interest, his content is relevant, non-jaded, and his humility warms the class up. Considering he specializes in personality and has a great one, I would say he is very qualified, credible, and consistent in his approach.
One of the best professors I have had on this campus. He is funny and his lectures are interesting, keeping everyone awake. All his lectures are relevant, very straight forward. No textbook is required; students take notes as he is taking notes. There are 9 papers, 2 midterms, and 1 final. Amazing class. Take Amirkhan, YOU WON'T REGRET IT!!
I really dont get what the hype is all about. His lectures, though interesting in content, seemed long and boring to me. If I had an hour left to live, id spend it in his class since it seemed like an eternity. It was also unfortunate that he chose not to use a textbook; I was in class everyday but felt that I wouldve done better had there been one
Dr. Amirkhan makes the course material truly interesting and fun. The class itself however, is not a walk in the park. 9 essays are written, but only 2 are selected -- 1 before each exam. During exams, the professor and the TAs watch you like a hawk and the exams have a significant amount of weight. All in all the material is very eye opening.
Please do yourself a favor and take his class! His lectures are funny and interesting. He uses the overhead & writes the notes along with you. Yes there are essays but they are easy because he gives detail guidelines of what to write. The exams were straight forward if you do a quick study of your notes & you should be solid! Amirkhan you rock!!
You don't need to read at all for this class. Everything he tests on can be found in his lecture. His paper instructions and tests are straightforward. That being said, you need to attend class to get an A. Lectures can be intriguing and entertaining. He writes notes along with students, but very minimally, so make sure you take your own. Easy A!
This is not a class you can ditch. All lecture-based. Grade is 3 exams and 2 essays, which made it challenging for many students to get an A. But Amirkhan really knows his stuff and is passionate about psychology. Worth taking!
I took Dr. Amirkhan in 2001. I am in higher education myself now and he to this day the best and most memorable college professor I have ever had at CSULB. I still have the notes from his class somewhere in my house. He was interesting and hilarious. Make sure you attend his class.
This class was really interesting and I loved it, Dr. A also is an amazing professor. The class has papers to write about but they're pretty easy one pagers turned in before exams. Definitely show up to class, all his lectures are handwritten. Also I suggest you go to office hours for the papers cause they can be tricky at first if you're lost.
This is by far the best class and best professor I have ever taken and I have been in school off and on for over 15 years. TAKE HIS CLASSES. He is CSULB's greatest asset.
Great class! Learned a lot. Definitely attend every class as he takes handwritten notes.
Dr. Amirkhan is brilliant. He's funny, and makes class super interesting. Makes the topic seem like a piece of cake because he explains everything so well. Definitely one of the best/better professors I've had at CSULB. 100% recommended. Attendance is crucial to understanding the course material. He makes class interesting so that's not difficult.
He is by far one of the best professors I have taken at CSULB. Go to class, take detailed notes, and there's really no reason why you shouldn't get an A. The papers are easy and the class TA's were always available to help on the papers as well. High recommend Prof. Amirkhan! Wish he taught more courses!
One of the best classes I've taken. He doesn't post lectures on beach board so make sure you show up to class. There are 9 papers total but all about 1 page long and very easy. 2 midterms and a final exam, should study for them but overall pretty easy. He talks all throughout lecture but he makes it very fun.
The best professor I have taken at CSULB. Lectures are engaging - you have to go in order to pass. Definitely would recommend.
Work load wasn't too bad. I had a busy schedule and he was nice enough to round up my 79% to a B. I learned a lot in this class and tests were manageable. Make sure you follow the directions carefully for the 9 papers you have to write. He randomly selects 2 to be graded and I did one wrong that really hurt my grade.
Would recommend! He is an amazing professor who really cares about his students. Always cracks jokes to make lectures more fun! 2 midterms, 1 final (not too hard) No textbook required, exams are only based on lectures. 10 papers due at the end of the semester (1 1/2 pages each) but gives suggested 1 week deadlines as to not have them pile up.
Professor Amirkhan is a great professor, except there were a lot of papers and three exams. You need to put the effort if you want to get an A.
Dr. A is one of my favorite professors I've ever had. Taking him during COVID-19 has been rough, especially because he's lecture heavy and we don't use a textbook. However, he has been consistent in his teaching and accommodating. 2 midterms and a final. A short paper each week (one chosen at random for 1/2 midterm grade). I would highly recommend.
Dr. A is and was one of the BEST PROFESSORS I have ever taken. Hes funny! Responds to emails quickly, approachable, and his lectures are amazing. He doesnt use slides but his teaching style & the way he explains things makes sense. Theres a lot of papers but they are easy! Follow the outlines he posts for them & youll pass. LOVED this class!
such a good prof and course! it's an upper level class yet still he does his best to make all the theories and concepts understandable. a total of 9 papers which sounds like a lot but he gives you exact guidelines and they help you understand the theories perfectly. you choose one subject to study all semester - GREAT class!
An amazing professor! Online course: 1 optional live meeting every week, and two recorded lectures you need to watch to pass the (3) exams. 8 easy papers. He's an amazing professor. Just a sweet old man that is passionate about what he's teaching. I personally didn't find the content to be boring. You'll enjoy this class :)
Amazing professor!! Honors course: 2 midterms and a final are 50 MCQ each. Lectures are already recorded/posted. No textbook, everything in lecture. Zoom is a review of lecture and only meets once a week. Instead of 1 big paper, he assigns 10 small 1 1/2 page, double-spaced, 5 paragraphs papers throughout the semester.
Dr. Amirkhan is absolutely amazing, SO KIND. I can't imagine anyone would take his class and not like him. He's so reasonable in his requirements. There are two midterms ( 1/2 MC questions and 1/2 paper on your subject that you already wrote) Final was 50 questions, just do the work, you will pass. Interesting class, you will LOVE it. Recommend him
Hes very kind and lenient for the most part. The work is kind of overwhelming because you have to write a paper a week based on lectures in order to get extra credit on exams and as an assignment as well but theyre very easy and just have to be a page and a half. Hes worth taking!! The content isnt hard either.
SUCH a great course. i learned so much from professor amirkhan! his lectures are so organized, cohesive, and interesting, which made the material super easy to understand! cannot recommend this course + professor enough.
I loved Professor Amirkhan! He was super kind and funny and his lectures were so interesting and organized! There are small papers every week or so but they have very clear grading instructions and the TAs were super helpful if you emailed them to ask for help. In general, the class is very easy and I would highly recommend it!
Took it online for FA22, and the class is the best. Learned so much about Personality Psychology, and it was fun! The lectures were posted online, and professor is engaging. There's several short papers to write, but the structure is clearly laid out in instructions. The exams were straightforward, material from lectures. Highly recommended.
Absolutely enjoyed taking Dr. Amirkhan this semester. All his lectures and zoom classes were interesting, and he knew how to make it fun by applying it to our own lives. There's 9 papers due, however, he clearly outlines each paragraph and it's a hands on experience so it was enjoyable!
This class was interesting to take and all the lectures are fun to listen to. Although there are 9 papers you have to write, as long as you watch the lectures, you will do fine. Overall, fun class to take.
My favorite professor so far! wish I could take him for other courses. Pre-recorded lectures (no book) and discussions when you meet which makes the class so light! Stay on track with the lectures and ask away with questions to fully immerse. Clear grading criteria :D
Dr. A is such an amazing professor. His lectures are so entertaining and I learned so much about all of the theorists! If you have the option to take this class, do it now. He will be retiring soon! Graded on 9 easy papers to apply theories and 3 exams (no trick questions) with EC. Take him!
Dr. A is a literal human gem. He is the sweetest and funniest prof. He is retiring soon so if anybody has the chance to take his class you will not regret it. The class ended up writing him Thank you notes and surprising him on zoom on the last day! It was a beautiful moment to be able to appreciate him. His class was easy and fun.
Dr. Amirkhan, if you're reading this, YOU ARE THE BEST PROFESSOR AT CSULB!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! This man is the GOAT!
literally the best professor that ive had in my three years at lb! he is so sweet and genuinely cares about his students. he made the content very fun and interesting, to the point where i would 100% take this class again.
This professor is incredibly gifted at delivering the material to his students. He is selfless about giving knowledge he acquired throughout his life. If a student does bad in this class, then he is just an incompetent or lazy human being. The only bad thing about this professor is that he is retiring, so take the class before that if you can.
His lectures were very easy to understand and a manageable online class. One of the best classes I have taken and a really great and interesting professor !!!!! Make sure to listen to his lectures, and your assignments and exams will be easy !
Dr. Amirkhan is an amazing professor! He had 2 pre recorded video lectures a week and non mandatory class meetings (but they were very helpful!). You'll have to write papers for each theorist, but he is very clear about what he expects for his papers and midterms. His lectures are hilarious and he cares about his students. Definitely recommend!
He was extremely helpful in class. Clear and concise regarding the assignment that is required for the course. He provided access to two TAs for help. they were available to help when needed. He is a clear lecturer. I would gladly take another course with him.
Dr. Amirkhan has a great sense of humor and his lectures are fun and interesting to sit through. It was a pleasure to be in his class. You can tell he loves the subject and cares for his students. Homework consisted of 9 short papers, 5 due before the midterm and 4 due by the final. I wish more professors were like him.
The class is super messy. Instructions are unclear. The subject itself is pretty cool, but we have to watch recorded lectures that are dull.
The concepts were easy but his teaching style is hard to follow. He provides no study guides for exams and will assign a paper for EVERY week. 9 papers in total and he doesn't grade them all, he only picks 2 random ones which makes everything feel pointless. Attendance isn't mandatory so you NEED to be disciplined in order to keep up with lectures.
Class is well structured with recorded lectures, in-person lectures are supplemental and optional. Sounds like some folks who left bad reviews don't have the discipline to keep up with lectures. Papers are easy to churn out in an hour. Tests are easy and online, just take good notes. He's extremely lenient too. Interesting subject!
Well-structured course with video lectures and optional in-person meetings for extra help. Course guidelines and curriculum are clear from day one, giving you the privilege to plan ahead and work at your own pace. A super fun course with an engaging professor who loves his work. Do not blame him or the course for your laziness, stay on track!
Wrote a total of 9 papers (1 and 1/2 page only), but only two were graded. Class really isn't hard if you just do what you're supposed to do. Attendance was not mandatory since he would just upload the videos online. Those complaining about the class probably were just lazy and did the papers last minute and did not study for the exams.
Had a very odd structure: he assigned papers every week and chose one at random that would account for half of our exam grade, had both in-person lectures and recorded lectures, and wrote out his lectures. Luckily, he posts specific guidelines for the papers to ensure good grades. Papers are easier if you choose yourself as the subject, trust me.
Professor Amirkhan is a chill professor and this class does not have mandatory lectures, they are all posted online. You just have to write 5 papers prior to each midterm, but only one is graded. There are 2 exams so there is not really much grading. Exams are based on the lectures and it's straightforward.
Honestly, the prof is an amazing teacher. The lectures that he provides are pretty clear and on point, both with his online and in-person lectures. He gives examples of what he is talking about and even adds some of his personal experiences to make the concepts more clear. The papers can be rough, but they really do help with concepts.
yall, this professor is amazing. I am beyond happy I was able to be in last class before his retirement. He is the most sweetest, caring, and he is so funny. I recently went through a passing of an important family member and him the TA's were so sweet. So thankful I had the opportunity to be in his class, he was amazing. He can enjoy retirement!
BEST PROFESSOR EVER! His humor never fails to make students laugh while also making lectures super enjoyable and very insightful. Writing the papers were so interesting and helped a lot with understanding the concepts. Super honored to be able to experience this class. Absolutely devastated of him leaving but I sincerely hope the best for him!
I genuinely love Prof Amirkhan with all my heart. He is HILARIOUS and is extremely knowledgeable about his subject. He makes lectures very easy to understand and super interesting. I never felt confused or bored. I am saddened that he's retiring, but it was a pleasure to have him as a professor.
Dr.A is not only a great professor but an amazing person as well, he cares about his students and wants them to learn. I will never forget him.
Professor Amirkhan knows how to make even dry topics engaging. With a mix of pre-recorded and optional in-person lectures, the class has a flexible structure. Papers are straightforward if you follow instructions. unstuckstudy ai and other study tools can be really helpful.
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