4.7

James Conway

Psychology - Central Connecticut State University

4.7
Quality
2.1
Difficulty
90%
Would Retake
88
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4.7
Quality
2.1
Difficulty
4.8
Helpful
4.7
Clarity

90%

Would Retake

88

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What Students Say

Super helpful, very understanding, and very personable

PSY110 - 5.0 rating

James Conway is one of the best professors Ive had

PSY112 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

48%

Textbook Required

76%

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Predicted Grade

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Grade Distribution
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Based on 25 reported grades
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A+: 4
B+: 4
B: 2
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Amazing lectures (4)
Accessible outside class (3)
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Reviews (88)
5.0
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PSY112
Apr 10, 2003

looks out for his students, very personable

5.0
2.0
PSYCHOLOGY
Apr 23, 2003

he's a very good teacher he explains everything very clearly. hes always available for students. im a senior now and he still remembers my name from freshman year, hes great

5.0
3.0
PSY234
Nov 6, 2003

He's a very clear and detailed professor. And very very nice.

5.0
2.0
PSY223
Nov 11, 2003

No Comments

5.0
3.0
PSY112
Nov 23, 2003

Dr. Conway is the nicest guy! He is very clear and understanding. He sends out voluntary e-mails if you miss class to see how you are and if u need help with anything. He gives out practice exams that are almost exactly the same as the exams themselves

5.0
1.0
PSY112
Feb 6, 2004

Cool guy. Explains in an understandable way. Took and FYE section and he told you everything you needed to know about school.

4.0
2.0
PSYC
Mar 15, 2004

A good professor for first year students. The workload isn't to tough, and exams are easy to prepare for. This guy only want to help you do well. He'll be a guy that you still talk to after you've been in his class.

5.0
2.0
PSY
Apr 13, 2004

He is an awesome professor. He is the reason I switched majors and becam a psych major. I would definately reccomend taking any of his classes!!

5.0
1.0
PSY234
Apr 15, 2004

He was a great prof. He went out of his way to get me through the class when I was activated for the army. I definitely would recommed him to anyone.

5.0
3.0
PSYCH236
May 5, 2004

The best professor I have had in 3 years at Central. Very organized, very helpful and personal. He has a way of presenting material that makes you want to go to class every day.

5.0
1.0
PSY112
Nov 17, 2004

Cool guy. Helps you if you need it. Very easy course just do your work

5.0
3.0
PSY112
Nov 30, 2004

Prof. Conway was a GREAT professor. It wasn't a terribly easy class...but the way he presented the info made it fun and interesting. He's the reason i switched my major to psych..and I'll be looking for him for future psych classes. Very nice, awesome guy all around.!

5.0
3.0
PSYCHCLASSES
Apr 2, 2005

Very Helpful, funny, SMART. Makes you think but doesn't require anything that is not possible to do. Will give you all the help you need. Still remembers my name after a long time.Always stops to talk to you and is interested in how you're doing over all.

5.0
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PSY110
May 2, 2005

Awesome teacher!!! Best at Central! easy class don't use book, doesn't take attendence, such a nice guy and very helpful!!

5.0
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PSYCH112
May 16, 2005

best teacher i had all year. very easy grader. you dont even need to have a book he goes over everything in class. explains everything in detail and makes sure everyone gets it before moving on. very easy A

5.0
1.0
PSYCH112
May 18, 2005

Awesome guy, awesome class! He is very easy to understand and gives practice tests before hand. There are a lot of small assignments which are rather easy. No attendance policy. If you go to his class, you will be vary happy with the outcome! DR. CONWAY rocks!

5.0
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PSYCH112
May 26, 2005

I love this guy! Really interesting stuff, he is a dork and has corny humor but he makes the class interesting. Explains stuff well, AND NO TEXT BOOK TO BUY!!!! thats 100 dollars that you dont have to spend! Fair grader easy tests, good to talk to. I reccomend him highly

5.0
1.0
PSY234
Aug 24, 2005

conway is hands down the best professor for psychology

5.0
3.0
PYS2263
Sep 1, 2005

Nicest professor I ever had at Central. Smart, easy going guy. Class was easy if you do what he tells you and it's not too difficult.

5.0
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INDORGPSYCH
Grade: Rather_Not_Say
Sep 17, 2005

Very good professor. Always there for extra help. Easy, fair tests, and a fair amount of time for outside work as well.

5.0
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INTROTOPYCH
Oct 24, 2005

He's got the personality of a pediatrican. He is very nice and understanding of the students. He knew everyone's name by the second class and said hello to me (by name) when he saw me just walking outside of class. He'll help you all he can and you can tell he likes his subject.

5.0
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PSY234
May 30, 2006

Oozes coolness, I've taken him twice now and hes the best teacher I've ever had, grades fairly, and always puts students interests first.

5.0
1.0
PSY112
Oct 30, 2006

greatest teacher EVER

5.0
2.0
PSY234
Oct 31, 2006

really great teacher made the course work very easy and his tests were great

5.0
1.0
PSY112
Nov 1, 2006

i love him one of my favorite professors here

5.0
1.0
PE144
Jan 15, 2007

awesome teacher..likes athletes and favors girls..loved him

4.0
2.0
PSY112
Feb 10, 2007

He's such a nice guy, and grades fairly. I didn't really pay attention in class, and I still got a decent grade. You don't need the book, so don't buy it. He doesn't give a heavy work load, and tells you everything that's on his tests. Take him!

5.0
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PSY234
Apr 11, 2007

He's a great guy and a good teacher. He may not be the most flashy teacher but he's humorous and does his best to make sure everyone does well in the class.

5.0
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PSYCH112
Apr 18, 2007

tests are from notes on board, very nice guy, fun class

5.0
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PSY112
Nov 15, 2007

He's a nice guy who really wants his students to be successful. His exams are fromt the notes and readings. The class is interesting and he's a good teacher. He gives a fair amount of assignments which if you put a little effort in you get an A on them and they really help your grade. Take him...he's great.

5.0
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PSY112
Dec 24, 2007

The best teacher you will ever have at central! Very smart, clear, fair tests. Do the work guaranteed A!

5.0
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PSY498
Jan 25, 2008

TAKE HIS CLASS! Absolutely the best psych teacher at Central and havent had any better at any other schools. Definately the nicest, grades above fairly, knows your name after telling him once, and chats with you when you run into him outside of class. Would love him to be my Dad

5.0
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PSY112
Mar 12, 2008

Professor Conway is easily my favorite professor I have had so far. He is a very caring guy and does everything he can to help you do well. He genuinely cares about all of his students and makes lecture interesting. His tests are pretty easy too as long as you take notes. Hope I can take a class with him soon.

5.0
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PSYCH110
Sep 10, 2008

MY FAVORITE TEACHER AT CCSU. LOOOOVED HIM

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PSY112
Nov 6, 2008

If you put the effort in you will do good in the class. He really cares about all of his students. Extra credit available which always helps. Do not buy the book, i did just in case but you do not need it. Anything that he puts on his tests is from his lectures or reading assignments. good class overall

5.0
2.0
PSY247
Nov 16, 2008

Grestest teacher I ever had at any school! I was never interested in psychology but that has changed after having him as a teacher. Very very very nice, cares about you and knows your name after the first class. Recommend eveybody to take a course with him.

5.0
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PSY112
Nov 19, 2008

Hands down the best professor at CCSU. I have to agree with what everybody else said, he is so caring and helpful towards his students. He knows every student's name and always greets them with a smile, love him! Definitely take him!!

5.0
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PSY112
Dec 21, 2008

LOVED THIS CLASS!! And LOVED Prof. Conway. He's an awsome teacher and a really really nice guy. The class is well organized, if you take notes and do the readings you'll do well in the class.

5.0
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PSY112
May 6, 2009

LOVED this class. Prof. is very helpful. He knows all his students by name and genuinely cares about their opinion. Uses a variety of teaching methods and makes class interesting. Readily shares relevant personal anecdotes. Textbook is not needed and is never used.

2.0
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PSYCH101
May 20, 2009

wow this guy is a joke not only does he preach his beliefs but its totally transparent if you dont want to learn anything but what he believes hes your guy but if you like psych dont take his class

5.0
3.0
PSYCH112
Jan 20, 2010

Professor Conway is the man. He made psych. really fun and I enjoyed all of his class. He also helps out students with upcoming events and everything. Definitely one of my favorite teachers of all time.

5.0
1.0
PSYCH112
May 8, 2010

BEST TEACHER!! You don't need the book, tests are on his lecture. There's extra credit, no attendance policy. Overall, VERY good class.

5.0
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COMM230
May 16, 2010

Psy of community service- great class.. Conway is a genuinely good guy. One of the few classes that actually puts you out in the real world dealing with real situations.

5.0
3.0
PSY250
Sep 11, 2010

yo this professor is cool. he dont judge you and he really tries to help you get a good grade cuz he cares. on some realness i wish he was my DAD! he is one of my favorite all time professors into my 3 years of college. He should run the psychology dept. he is the MAN!!! dont believe all the negative comments, they mad cuz they aint even try.

5.0
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PSY250
Nov 10, 2010

I LOVEEE Mr. Conway. He is by far my most favorite teacher here at CCSU. He is a really nice guy that actually cares about his students and wants them to do well. online homework assignments just read the article and comment. gives exam questions ahead of time, 8 questions blue book. 15 hours comm service was a breeze and tons of fun. take him!! =)

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PSY112
Nov 21, 2010

he is the best professor i've ever had. he has his PhD in organizational and environmental psychology. for intro to psych he makes it interesting, he is clever, laid back, understanding. i would highly recommend him to anyone

5.0
2.0
PYSCH70
May 18, 2011

Prof:Conway is great teacher he really cares about his students and wants to see everybody pass, there is a lot of notes in the class but if you write them down you will pass. he does not use the book.

5.0
1.0
PSY112
Aug 5, 2011

perfect. brilliant. take him if you can.

5.0
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PSY112
Nov 29, 2011

Best teacher iv had here so far. This guy is really helpful. His tests are and his research paper are hard. The tests will be easy if you study though. He puts everything on the tests online so you can see all the notes even if you missed. Overall great teacher!

5.0
3.0
PSY112
Jan 19, 2012

no comment

5.0
2.0
PSY112
Aug 27, 2012

Really nice Professor, and willing to help! Is very prompt about grading tests and other assignments. Very knowledgeable about psychology. The powerpoints were simple, and easy to understand.

4.0
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PSYCH112
Oct 31, 2012

So far I love this professor , he's very helpful and gives lots of second chances . We don't use a book so don't even buy it . He's entertaining and keeps the slides simple with many examples. I would suggest taking him ! If u try you will pass

4.0
3.0
PSY110
Dec 30, 2012

Very nice guy, willing to help out his students if asked. The research paper was difficult, and tedious. If you study, the three multiple choice exams are not too hard. I would recommend him. Take Prof. Conway if you can!

5.0
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PSY112
Apr 13, 2013

This professor was very organized and very clear about all assignments. He was very helpful if you had any questions. During this semester I had health issues and he helped me so much when I missed class. Excellent professor! Would def take him again!

5.0
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PSY597
Jul 31, 2013

He is very clear with what he wants you to learn. His powerpoints are very helpful and he grades things very fairly. He also makes class very enjoyable and makes time to see his students outside of class. Plus no book was required!

5.0
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112
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Oct 20, 2013

really cool guy as long as you pay attention in class and read over the power points the tests are pretty simple. Likes to interact in class so ask questions and they will be discussed and answered clearly. Overall an awesome professor

5.0
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PSY112
Nov 21, 2013

Professor Conway is one of the greatest teachers! He is perfectly clear in his lectures and powerpoints. As long as you pay attention, you will defiantly pass. 3 exams and one debate project and a couple readings that he posts on BB. He is always available for extra help if you need it. TAKE PROF. CONWAY! I don't think it gets better than him:)

5.0
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220
Grade: A
Nov 4, 2014

Great professor! Very nice, keeps lectures interesting, available for help, always a very clear outline of what to expect in class that dayweek.

5.0
2.0
112
Nov 19, 2014

Best teacher around. Clear and very easy grade if you go to class and pay attention.

5.0
2.0
PSY112
Nov 19, 2014

He's a really good guy, and a great professor! He's so clear about all your assignments and what you need to do. I had him for PSY112 and FYE, and he's awesome in both. Doesn't use a textbook, and puts everything on blackboard. Easy A as long as you mostly go to class.

4.0
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PSY250
Grade: A
Dec 17, 2014

Really nice guy who is passionate about what he does. Always there to help and very understanding.

4.0
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PSY112
Grade: A+
Apr 15, 2015

Conway was a good psych professor. He's pretty awkward and his lectures just draaaag on. It is very easy to pass this class and attendance isn't mandatory but i would go. 3 tests (non cummulative) and a research paper and sonas. pretty good GPA booster :)

5.0
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PSY112
Grade: B+
Nov 17, 2015

James Conway is one of the best professors Ive had. Lectures consist of going over slides of information. A few reading assignments are given for homework. There are 4 tests(multiple choice)which may be challenging if you dont go over the slides. He knows the subject very well and is open minded. Hes just a really chill guy. Lectures may be boring.

5.0
1.0
PSY112
Grade: A
Nov 19, 2015

Prof Conway is a really nice professor. His class is really easy, and so are the tests. He doesn't assign a textbook instead posts any reading assignments online. He e easy homework about every other week. His exams are really easy as long as you go over the study guide and do the pre-test he puts online. He's really understanding and gives help

5.0
2.0
PSY110
Grade: A
Nov 28, 2015

Super helpful, very understanding, and very personable. Gives study guides and reviews for all tests, all tests are multiple choice, if you study the review you will be fine. Very kind and sweet, very clear during lectures, can be boring but he does show some videos and do some activities that get the students attention back. Would take again!!!!

5.0
2.0
PSY112
Apr 12, 2016

Gives a lot of help if you need it, take advantage of that. should pass the class easily.

4.0
3.0
PSY112
Apr 15, 2016

There is no book and he puts the power points online. He gives review sheets and puts a review test online that has some of the questions that are on the test. You need to know about the articles that are assigned.

4.0
3.0
PSY112
Grade: A
May 13, 2016

He was overall a good professors. Classes could get boring because he always taught off a powerpoint but he tries to include videos, etc. to change things up. There are 4 writing assignments and 3 exams. Required to do 6 SONA studies and the others count as extra credit. Not a challenging class if you pay attention and read the studies.

5.0
1.0
PSY112
Grade: B
Dec 11, 2016
Would take again

Professor Conway has been my favorite professor this semester! Really nice guy. He teaches in a way that is really easy to learn and remember things. Straightforward assignments. Even if you're not really into Psychology, this class is really enjoyable.

Gives good feedback
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
PSY112
Grade: A+
Jan 17, 2017
Would take again

Conway is an amazing teacher! It is easy to tell from one of his lectures that he is very knowledgeable in the field of psychology, and also enjoys the subject. There is one research paper, but it is not too long and it is on a topic that you choose, and you also get class time to work on it.

Gives good feedback
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
PSY112
Grade: B+
Apr 5, 2017
Would take again

Take him! He's very sweet and is always willing to help

Gives good feedback
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
PSY112
May 2, 2017
Would take again

Conway is very good at making what seems like dry content pretty in interesting. He tries to incorporate videos for clarity and will drop anything to help a student who is struggling. He is very considerate in that he asks questions to the class but respects them enough not to expect a response form everyone and wouldn't call on them. Great guy!

Gives good feedback
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
2.0
PSY250
Grade: B+
Dec 10, 2017
Would take again

Professor assigns a considerable amount of work. Easy assignments but a very hard grader. Very very nice guy. His lectures are extremely boring after like the first month because they are extremely repetitive. Lectures can come off as patronizing because it is common sense that he tries very hard to emphasize.

Tough Grader
LECTURE HEAVY
Would take again
5.0
4.0
PSY112
Grade: B+
Nov 12, 2018
Would take again

Professor Conway is the only teacher that I had freshman year that I liked through and through. He tries his best to make everything he does interesting, shows videos, does group work, and overall is just a kind and approachable guy. If you do the work, you will get the grade. No questions asked.

Respected
Caring
GROUP PROJECTS
5.0
3.0
PSY112
Nov 24, 2018
Would take again

Great professor. Thoroughly explains content and gives great lectures. You can truly tell he cares about his students learning and how they do. All the test content is in the powerpoints, just study the powerpoints and readings and you should be fine! 10/10 awesome professor!

Gives good feedback
Respected
Amazing lectures
3.0
3.0
PSY250
Dec 3, 2018
Wouldn't take again

15 hrs of community service is required for the course, doesn't seem like much but takes up time if you're really busy. Lots of short readings and responses on BB. Super repetitive 'reflective' assignments. It's a fine easy class. He counts attendance in the grading. Prof. Conway is super nice. I wouldn't take this class again but I'm not mad I did

Participation matters
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
GROUP PROJECTS
2.0
4.0
PSY112
Grade: B
Dec 9, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Not a fan, his test were nothing like his review and he can be confusing while explaining things. The 1 essay we had to do was just ridiculously explained and left a lot of room for confusion. Boring class, nothing to make it interesting, each lecture feels like 3 hours.

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TEST HEAVY
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
5.0
3.0
PSY112
Grade: A
Dec 11, 2018
Would take again

Prof Conway is a very good guy. He cares about his students and wants the best for them. His class is based on 4 exams, one paper, assignments and Sona credits, which count as extra credit if you do more than the requirement. You have to study for the exams but he gives study guides and provides guiding questions, some of which are on the exam too.

Respected
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
PSY247
Grade: A+
Jan 20, 2020
Would take again

Very good man. One of the kindest people I have met. Be prepared to do some reading, but he posts everything online, saving you 100s of dollars from buying a textbook. I've taken 2 of his classes and he is a very wisdomful man. Very humble. His class changed my life!

Respected
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
PSY112
Grade: Not sure yet
Feb 22, 2021
Would take again

Great professor, I only put difficulty level of 3 because you do have to study and read the material to understand it but he does a great job of explaining everything, very kind and caring professor.

Respected
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
2.0
PSY112
Grade: A-
Mar 17, 2021
Would take again

He is a great professor and you do not get a lot of work at all. You can earn extra credit for the end of the semester during the Sona research. Cares about his students and explains everything very clearly. Always there to answer any questions you may have

Gives good feedback
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
PSY597
Grade: A-
May 10, 2022
Would take again

I don't understand why there are negative reviews about him. If you want a professor who understands and wants you to learn and do well, then take his class. He never makes you feel ashamed for asking questions and is always available outside of class. The material can be hard to understand, but this is because it's just a challenging topic.

Hilarious
Respected
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5.0
2.0
PSY112
Grade: A
May 20, 2022
Would take again

Professor Conway is a enthusiastic teacher, as he is knowledgeable on Psychology. Most of the info can be obtained from his slides. His class isn't difficult, everything is open notes, including exams! Just do the Connect quizzes, assignments, and also the extra credit! There are surveys called Sona where you can get up to 15 extra credit points!

EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
1.0
PSY112
Grade: A+
Apr 29, 2024
Would take again

Dr. Conway is one of the best professors I have ever had. His lectures are educational and he is very passionate about the material he teaches. Assignments are interesting and he gives good feedback. He is also very flexible, I had a stomach bug one day when I had an exam and he let me make it up, which many professors wouldn't. Great educator!

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
2.0
112
Grade: A
Oct 20, 2024
Would take again

I really appreciated professor Conway's class. I had him for my freshman specific class and he was super caring and really helped mentor students and made sure everyone had an opportunity to succeed. His lectures were very in-depth and I learned a lot of interesting new facts about different concepts.

EXTRA CREDIT
Gives good feedback
Caring
5.0
2.0
PSY596
Grade: A
Jan 21, 2025
Would take again

Dr. Conway is fantastic. Lectures are great, he's very knowledgeable, and he is always willing to meet with students for whatever they need. Has you turn in drafts for your research proposal that he gives thorough feedback on, making it almost impossible to do bad. He's very sweet and makes a three hour class bearable

Gives good feedback
Caring
Accessible outside class
5.0
1.0
PSY112
Grade: A
Dec 4, 2025
Would take again

Professor Conway did a great job teaching introductory psychology. He is clearly proficient in the material, extremely organized, straightforward, and provides reminders about upcoming assignments and exams. He also allows one-sided cheat sheets on exams which was super helpful. Wish he could teach some of my other intro courses!

Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
4.0
3.0
112
Dec 17, 2025
Would take again

He is a great guy. This class isn't mandatory attendance but majority of questions on exams are based on class lectures. He knows intro to psych like the back of his hands. The grade in this class is based off exams so I would highly recommend going to class. The topics at times were difficult to understand, but overall he is a great professor.

Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

48%

Textbook Required

76%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

A-

95% confidence
Based on 22 grades
Most common grades:
A (10)
A+ (4)
B+ (4)
Grade Distribution
A(14)B(2)C(0)D(1)F(0)A-/B+(6)
Based on 25 reported grades
A: 10
A+: 4
B+: 4
B: 2
Common Tags
Gives good feedback (9)
Caring (9)
EXTRA CREDIT (7)
Respected (6)
Amazing lectures (4)
Accessible outside class (3)
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS (2)
Tough Grader (2)
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