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“He is by far one of the best professors I have ever taken”
PSYCH2301 - 5.0 rating“He is a wonderful teacher, and is willing to help you outside of class if needed”
PSCH2301 - 5.0 ratingClass Info
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Reviews (111)
He is a great prof. His test reviews are exactly whats on the test. His lectures are great, he loves feedback. I definitely am glad I chose him instead of menchaca, he is super serious. 2 essays in the class, one a final research paper. Easy A.
His appearance is VERY intimidating. He has a look that scares me a little. He's very very smart, doesn't laugh or smile a whole lot from what I can tell. He definately tests your ways of thinking which is good. Only bad thing I can say about him is that he threw me under the bus with a very sensitive subject.
Excellent instructor. Great sense of humor, caring and interesting. Knows psychology well. He is personal and interacts with students. Only regret is he doesn't teach all my classes.
Great teacher. He is very open to ideas, likes feedback, and two-way communication. Easy to get along with and he personalizes the lessons to make them easy to understand. Highly recommend him.
One of the best teachers.He knows the course and how to teach.Well organized,good time keeper.Highly recommended.
This teacher is amazing! He is funny and very nice! He explains everything in detail. I don't know how ANYONE could fail this class. I wish I had a teacher like this for every class.
Best class I've ever taking on college level. I learned alot about myself. Professor Williamson is engaging and incredibly attentive too students. Very funny and interesting. Definitely recommend his classes to anyone.
The BEST teacher ever. His lectures are great! He prepares you for each exam, no surprises. His quizzes, assignments, papers and exams are very fair. He provides study guides and willing to help all students succeed. I missed a few classes due to a family emergency. He worked with me to get me caught up and ended up with an A. I'll miss it!
Never a dull moment in his class. He keeps you interested and excited. I did not miss a class the whole semester. I will miss this class!!
Before I took his class I was going through a tough time (divorce) and feeling down. His classes were upbeat, exciting, and interesting. He inspired me to move forward with my life and I feel great. He's awesome!!Best instructor I've ever had. I will take every class he teaches.
He was an awesome professor... I would take highly suggest his class!! Very helpful and acknowledges great work.
Just finished his course. I definitely recommend his classes. Exams, quizzes and papers cover material he reviews in class. Treats everyone with respect and combines a humorous and concerned lecture style. You will definitely learn things about yourself you didn't know.
Just finished his psych course. I took the weekend class. His lectures were awesome! His class help you understand yourself and others. I hate that the class is over.
great class. took social psych with professor williamson. he follows the text book closely. lot of reading but he makes it interesting. highly recommend!
Very helpful. I was not sure about taking a weekend class on a saturday morning but glad I did. He is a very good lecturer and makes the time go fast. My favorite class.
I took the Saturday class. You have two research essays due per semester (or you can chose to do a 10 min presentation). He gives you a study guide for every test. He also offers extra credit! I highly recommend taking him! Communication is key, so if you couldn't turn in an assignment, let him know!
You can see see the enthusiasm when he speaks over the material. I was a but skeptical in taking a saturday class. Glad i did. As long as you take good notes and do assignments he assigns. You should be good!
Great class. Funny, caring and talks to each student in a way that you understand. He uses your first name when he speaks to you. I learned alot from him. You have to take this class.
Amazing professor. He is very personable and inspiring! Throughout the semester, he encouraged and challenged us to grow as people. I learned so much about myself and feel more motivated than ever to accomplish my goals. I plan on taking other psyc courses taught by him. If you dont take him, your missing out on the best professor ever.
Such a great professor. He wants everyone to do well. If you do not get an "A", you must go out of your way not to do something. I missed a few days, and that is fine with him as long as you communicate. Life changing course! I look at the world of social psyc with a pair of new eyes:)
He is an excellent professor with a lot to offer. Our class met on Sunday's (bummer) but he made it well worth it. Attendance is mandatory. Read chapters prior to class. He does his lecture along power points that he makes accessible to us to study for tests. If you stay on top of the reading material and attend class, you will do good
One word, "awesome"
GREAT Professor, I just completed hi class and he made theclass so easy and also gave everyone a chance to makeup any of the projects due. I will totally recommend his class.
I wasn't excited about taking this class, but he made t fun. He gives great test reviews helps how ever he can. He cares ALL of his students. He makes the class really interesting, he doesn't make it hard on, show up to class do the few assignments and you will do fine. He is a great teacher!
I took his Friday evening class in general psychology. He makes learning fun and enjoyable. He definitely makes you think. Highly recommend him. You will never have another professor like him. Ever!
Very sincere man. Very passionate about psychology and makes the classroom a comfortable place for everyone. I've decided to pursue a career in psychology because of him.
He is very helpful. He wants you to succeed. He made it fun and the class is enganging. Excellent professor! MW.
A friend recommended his class. I didn't even need to take for my degree. His class was great. Great lecturer and very smart. Seriously, the whole class participated in discussions which was a first. You have to hear this guy. Changed the way I look at things.
Captivating class. Prof Willamson has a great sense of humor and connects with every student in a unique way. I got an "A" because he made the materials easy to understand. Highly recommended.
Very good professor. I was worried about taking this class. Prof Williamson makes this class very interesting and I enjoy going. I have recommended him to another student. I am waiting a semester to take his next class because he is not teaching it this coming semester.
Very good professor, I have recommended him to another student. I am waiting an extra semester so I can take his next class.
Great teacher. My best friend and i attend another campus and heard abut his class from another friend so we drove the extra miles. It was awesome and worth it. he should teach at all the campuses.
Great prof. Time fly's by because his lectures are so interesting. Best teacher I've ver had. He's great to talk too and will take the time to tutor or provide insight. Students line up to talk to him.
I had not taking a college course in 10 years and was very intimidated. Mr. Williamson was great. He was very patient and made me feel comfortable. It was a great class. I hate it that its over.
very funny and smart. lots of class discussion. he gives opportunity to ask real life questions using index cards to keep peoples names anonymous. materials come straigt from text book. one of the best instructors you will have.
Highest recommendation. His classroom presence is amazing. Uses conversational style to present materials that's understood by all. More than a psychology course; he definitely makes you think differently about things.
One of the best professors I've ever had (and I've had many). His class ought to be required for all students. He is very knowledgeable and engaging. Makes course material relevant to students and very helpful. I actually looked forward to a 3-hour class early on Saturday morning. Highly recommend.
Great class. I will take every class he teaches.
I took his Saturday afternoon class and enjoyed every second. Professor W's class was themost interesting class I have taken. He opened my eyes to a lot of things. He is a Great teacher.
Great sense of humor, smart and great lecturer. He knows how to relate and engage students. The semester went fast and everyone was wishing it wasn't over. After his class, I am seriously thinking of majoring in Psychology.
First class I spoke up and participated ever. I usually sat in the back and never speak up. He has a way of making you feel comfortable and want to talk. I really appreciate Professor Jims sincere approach to teaching. I learned a lot about myself and how to improve my relationships. Great guy and teacher
There can't possibly be a better psych professor on the planet. Prof W is a psychologist and successful business man-he knows his stuff. He uses easy to follow power point slides and every class is incredibly interesting. There are 4 exams, a research project and easy in-class assignments. Easy A because he makes it so fun and interesting!!
By far the best prof I've had in college. Calls students by their first name and pays attention to all students in a way that you know he listens and cares. He made the material easy to understand by using examples of real life. The class was so interesting I wanted to read every chapter which is a first. You'll love him
Best professor I have ever had in my life, he pushed me to become more confident in my career path. Seeing how he is a clinical psychologist and that's what I want to be, he helped me understand a lot about the job. His lectures are extremely laid back and he is willing to help anyone who is struggling in the class. Definitely recommend him!
Take him. He's an amazing teacher. Every test but the final you can use the book and notes because it's online. He's really fair. Also if you have any problems even outside of class talk to him. He's a trained clinical psychologist and he gives good advice
Professor Williamson is great! All his tests are online and pretty easy. He offers extra credit and he is always willing to work with you if you miss a assignment or a few classes. I would definitely recommend taking prof Williamson his lectures are always interesting! I really can say I learned a lot in his class! He's AWESOME!
I am glad that I made a right decision this summer. Just work on your reviews and take notes in class. He knows his stuffs, I am taking him again
Overall an awesome professor! His lectures are the test content. Missing class can cause you not to make a good grade. Wish I would have taken him for general psychology also! Made an "A" in the class with just hour before cram study time.
The most pleasant learning experience I've had in a classroom. Prof. Williamson is warm, welcoming, encouraging and engaging. Even though I'm pursuing a nursing degree, I'm highly considering a minor in psychology because of him. The highest recommendation!
Fabulous environment, he encourages free thought and doesn't criticize you harshly for anything. He usually connects the facts to broader lessons and events. information is comprehensive for gen. Show up to class since he doesnt teach directly from slides, though he does a lot of the time. But he does know his stuff. Understanding about late work.
I took him for a Saturday class the exams where not hard at all there where only 4 exams, 3 online and the finale was in the class room, as long as you read the book you should do fine. And he does give you an extra credit assignment. Great professor.
SATURDAY CLASS IS AWESOME. HE IS INTERESTING AND FUNNY. ALWAYS KEEPS IT EXCITING. very clear on what to expect. all but one test was online. i HIGHLY HIGHly recommend him. matter fact he will be my teacher next semester as well for the 2nd psychology
On the frist day of class I was him and was like oh gosh he is going to be tough, but he is a Great teacher, takes time to answer questions . lectues are spot on with test, that are done online only final is in class but you get a review. Taking PSYC 2314 with him next semster, worth giving up my Saturday afternoons.
I should also add that James cleared up errors when the book made a mistake, and there are a lot. Do NOT buy the book, it's poorly written in many areas and not in line with much recent research on things like linguistics, intelligence, and gender/sexuality. I have no idea why TCC has assigned such a trainwreck of a book.
Professor Jim is an incredible professor and extremely intelligent, but down to earth. He keeps everyone in class engaged in a positive way. Keeps lectures fun and students critically thinking. Jim is very understand and willing to help. It would be wonderful if other professors learned to engage students as he does.
Amazing Professor!! Gives extra credit. Great lectures. Really cares about his students! You won't regret taking his class. One project due but he gives you different options. I went into this class thinking the worse but came out understanding why we act and do the things we do
Great guy and super professor. Alwuys made the class interesting and fun.
Great Professor, He explains the material really well very passionate and funny. He is understanding and is very positive and keeps the class engaged. He is also very consistent with hes work which makes the learning experience great.
Professor Williamson is a great professor, taking him now for a summer course and he makes it easy even though it's fast pace ! You do have to read but the assignments and tests are easy. He makes sure you understand everything !
he is a gr8 professor very knowledgeable just pay attention in class as he makes you understand his power points and if you study those properly then you will get an A .he recommends to have a book but i think its not necessary as you can read from library they have the book but overall a very good experience as it was my first psyc course.
Simply amazing professor! He keeps you engaged the whole class with excellent lectures and discussions. The lectures review all test materials so show up for classes. Very sad the summer course was only 6 weeks. Would I take him again? Yes and already signed up for his 2314 course. The best professor you'll ever have!!
Jim was absolutely amazing! I just wrapped up summer one semester in this class and it was bitter sweet. The love he has for psychology reflects in his teachings. Never a dull moment during his lectures, very enjoyable and makes you reevaluate your outlook on life. Also, provides awesome study guides. Would retake his class in a heartbeat!
Currently enrolled in his Developmental Psyc course for summer. Totally awesome professor who keeps lectures fun and interesting. Keeps students engaged and funny!! I will definitely be taking his 2301 course in the fall. Must take!!
James Williamson was a great teacher and remained impeccably objective for teaching such an opinionated field of study. I learned more than I ever imagined from this class and had a great time. The homework wasn't too difficult, but the test were thorough. Actually study the study guide and you will do great.
I took this professor last summer and I will be taking him this fall. He is a wonderful teacher, and is willing to help you outside of class if needed. He keeps lecture pretty interesting. Do any homework assignments and study the test study guides, and you will do great in the class. I am looking forward to his class this fall!
Mr. Williamson is the reason I changed my major to Psychology. I took him in a summer course and he was amazing. I was actually sad on the last day. The class is not easy, but he provides you with every bit of information you need to do well in the class. He makes the subject personal enough to understand. His powerpoint are key!!
A fantastic teacher and a great person. His outlook on life and the grace he shows others is very apparent. I know he has helped change many student's lives. His class was organized, well-planned and very interesting. Exams covered materials discussed in class. Highly recommend him! Simply the best.
I took this class and absolutely enjoyed it! He is a very interesting professor he does awesome lectures. You do have to read your book for homework, but you learn a lot just listening to him talk. Not much graded and you will do activities in class. Two major grades are a paper or speech, and the final. Amazing class would take it again!
Don't miss class and pay attention to the power points. He will tell you during class what you need to know for the tests. If you go to class it's an easy A.
Professor Williamson is a great person. This class is an easy A if you show up and do the work. All exams are online, except the final. One research grade, your choice of a power point or paper. Glad I took this class! Highly recommend.
Okay so on the last day of class I found myself getting teary eyed that the class was over. Who does that? The very best prof or teacher Iv had. I learned so much about myself throughout the semester thanks to this incredible professor. His lectures are great. You must take him. I'll take every course he teaches.
Professor Williamson is an excellent lecturer. Its not easy to hold students attention during lectures but he does. He uses research, humor, experiences, class discussions, questions, power points and assignments to engage students. Every class was highly though-provoking and interesting. He made the material simple to follow.
Anybody needing a psychology class should take his class, you won't regret it.
He is an amazing instructor, he explains the lectures in a very understandable way. No homework unless he doesnt have time to give the usual in class assignments, they are easy anyways. Tests are simple aswell, just pay attention. Multiple choice. I took him for summer. He also makes the lectures fun and interesting. easy class.
Very caring professor, I wish I would've taken him for general psychology. He provides reviews with everything you need to know for exams. So far best professor I have ever taken!!
He is an AMAZING professor and if I ever had to take another psych class, I would pick him in a heartbeat. He's very laid back and gives good lectures, making sure to break it all down into laymen terms. Show up to class, participate, and do the work. It's not hard with him at all.
I took Professor Williamson for both psych classes, general psychology and life span. Hes an amazing professor with good PowerPoints and he gives extra credit. Highly recommend!
Hands down the best Prof at TCC, very understanding, helpful and wants to help you pass. Amazing lectures, show up, put in the work and you will pass there is a project very easy.
Incredible professor and person. His classes fill up quick so sign up fast! Lectures are exceptionally done and engaging. You will definitely be happy you took his class!
I took his summer class. 4 exams and a research paper. I did use the textbook. He respects and cares about his students. Willing to work with you if you have any questions. The coolest person ever. Best psychology professor. Hands down. Take him.
This man is phenomenal, you can feel the passion he has. Lectures are never boring, test are very easy if you use the notes. Hardest thing was the psychological research paper, other than that this class was a breeze and you LEARN SO MUCH (going for a minor in psychology now). If you need this class take it with him you wont regret it!!!!!!
He is by far one of the best professors I have ever taken. He made me fall in love with a field I never knew I could love so much. Because of him I am now double majoring in nursing and psychology! I definitely recommend. His tests are easy. He gives 3 online and the final in class plus quit a bit of in class assignments that are simple.
A wonderful professor that will make you feel in love with Psychology. His class is very interesting n never boring. I took his both class which completely changed my field of study after completing his class. He is always ready to help you in many ways. If you follow his studies you will easily get A. I highly......... recommend his class.
I love the way professor Williamson teaches. He is caring and passionate about the subject. If you are looking to have fun while you learn choose him! You won't regret it. Professor Williamson is the best!
Mr. Williamson is really clear and understanding in his teaching no doubt.
Hands down the BEST professor I have ever had!!! I took him for the fall of 2018 and every class I extremely enjoyed!! He is very intelligent and his class keeps you engaged! I was fascinated with his class all around! You would not regret taking this professor! He is truly amazing! Easy A!
I took Mr. Williamson in the Spring 2019. If you sign up for his class, you will not be disappointed, He's very passionate about his work and it shows, he puts real life scenarios in hand and helps you get a clear understanding of what he is talking about. Also very funny with his lectures. I'm changing my major to psychology now due to him.
Professor Williamson is hands down the best. He is very clear about what is expected for his class. There is 4 exams and 1 research paper. Which are not hard at all. If you show up to class and take notes you will get an A in the class. He is a very chill guy and always has stories to connect with psych! I would completely recommend him, take him!
Great professor! He gives in class assignments that help your grade point average. Be sure to look at your syllabus and turn in all the assignments. Willing to help you out if needed, gives extra credit and his lectures are great.
Hands down the best professor! The powerpoints shown in class are enough to know all the material. You will learn a lot in his class. TAKE HIS CLASS! His instructions are clear, will accept late work. He is very understanding and gives you amazing feedback. I wouldn't mind taking his class again!
Such a great professor! Would take him a million times more. Class is easy to pass, don't need the book, and he gives extra credit work. His lectures are very interesting and so are his stories. Very laid back and kind professor, easy to talk to. If you show up, you hear the lectures, it should be easy for you to pass. No proctor U on tests or exam
Loved his class, very passionate, makes things easy to understand. simple 2part research project on subject of your choice. Main complaint is the self assessments with subjective questions receiving a grade which doesn't make sense. like the second one asked what I liked/disliked abt the class and I got 47/50 idk but other than that amazing class!!
AMAZINGGGGGGG!! THE BEST HANDS DOWN! This professor LOVES what he does and it definitely shows! I wish all the professors were as passionate, as easy & as amazing how he is. TAKE HIM!! YOU WILL NOT REGRET IT!!!!! I PROMISE YOU!!!!
This Professor really just wants you to succeed. And he makes the material interesting and fun to learn. Do the assignments and you will pass. Easiest class I've had! I would def recommend this Professor. He is always available to answer questions and gets back to emails quickly. And he isn't a hard grader either. I thoroughly enjoyed this class!
Great professor. Uses life experiences to correlate with subject. Allows students to fully grasp concept of material by providing assignments relating to chapters, quizzes and also exams. The chapters are organized specifically and are averaged to about 4 chapters per unit. This is a great course on Life Span Growth and Development.
Love this Professor !! Hes so nice and respectful ! Honestly wish he would teach other classes haha 10/10 you wont regret it !
Amazing professor and super organized and updates grades every week. He has a clear grading criteria so you can plan when do study/when everything is due. Its very detailed. Ive genuinely learned a lot in his class and he also has extra credit which is amazing ! And he provides the FREE textbook (: ! One of the best professors Ive ever taken!
The best professor ever! Very easy class. Assignments are even fun to work on. 2 each 10 Questions homework every week, really easy and fun. one blackboard discussion every week (just one paragraph, super easy). Multiple Question exam. Don't Procrastinate the questions are easy. It is an interesting class, an amazing professor, and an easy A.
I struggled with Psychology in high school, so I wasn't very excited to take this class, but Professor Williamson was awesome and his lessons were easy to follow. 2-3 assignments weekly, 4 proctored exams, and a research paper (easy). He offers a couple extra credit assignments, so be sure to take advantage of the easy points.
I would take him again if I could. He's an amazing professor. So honest, clear, engaging, and fair. I actually enjoyed being in his class and learning psych, and his homework was fairly easy and to the point, just make sure to turn it in. Even then, if something happens, communicate with him and he will definitely help. Very approachable.
He used a free online textbook, read out of order. If you miss class, good luck. His homework was a short summary of what was discussed in class with a few in class assignments. We took 3 at home online multiple choice exams that were easy with the final being multiple choice in class with a scantron. Overall 10/10 professor.
Professor Williamson is one of the best professors I've ever had! He was very open-minded and amiable, and I learned a lot from him! If you need to take psychology, choose him! :)
He was ABSOLUTELY my all-time favorite professor of my college career thus far He was extremely compassionate and had such a good caring aura. His assignments were very routine and predictable. If you put effort forth, I feel he graded upon that. Exams were at home final is not over whole semester-only last 3 chapters and is taken in class. GOAT!
BEST PROFESSOR EVER! He is so awesome, I never thought I would be so interested in psychology until I took this class. He's very to the point and has amazing lectures. I would totally take him again! Prof. Williamson is very understanding and will work with you if you have a problem. 10 out of 10!
Hands down the best professor! He knows his lectures to the tea and has great stories along the way. Well explained materials and his grading is not too heavy, he definitely makes sure you understand what is being taught. Gives great feedback and really motivates you to do great, not just in his class but throughout your college journey!
Amazing professor, super helpful and understanding. The assignments and exams are always pretty easy, with only one big project that is not very difficult. I have had this professor for 2 different classes, and I had a great experience both times.
He was very talkative, but not too much. The assignments are VERY EASY and he grades them good. There is not many assignments. Lecture is basically mandatory because some of the assignments could only be completed during class. He has an amazing presentation voice and keeps you engaged
One of the most unique educators you will ever have the pleasure of learning from. If you are going into health sciences, you must take his class. He is a professor who will change your reality by merging both your personal and academic life. I could write a whole book about the class and his teaching methods, but enough has been said.
very nice professor. i really appreciated his class structure, it was well organized & easy to follow. his way of teaching is fascinating, he has a couple of assignments, but not hard. i'd say attendance is mandatory because we had in class assignments, but they were easy to do. i would take him again though so highly recommend!!
The best professor I've had yet. This class was my favorite and I wish I could retake it. I'm definitely taking another class of his because he is so awesome. You won't regret it and you will have so much fun!
Mr. Williamson was wonderful to have as a professor. All of his assignments (besides projects) are short and can be done in ~10 minutes. There's usually max 2 per week. He works in the psychology field outside of school and comes with an open-mind and lots of personal stories that make the class very entertaining and enjoyable.
Class Info
Online Classes
100%
Attendance Mandatory
95%
Textbook Required
30%
Grade Predictor
Your expected effort level
Predicted Grade
A+
Grade Distribution
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Stable
+0.08 avg changeRatings by Course
2301
5.0
(3)PSYFALL
5.0
(1)PSYCH2301
5.0
(8)PSY2301
5.0
(9)PSYC2319
5.0
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PSCH2301
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