4.4

Jarren Gonzales

Psychology - Orange Coast College

4.4
Quality
2.7
Difficulty
79%
Would Retake
163
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4.4
Quality
2.7
Difficulty
4.5
Helpful
4.4
Clarity

79%

Would Retake

163

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What Students Say

Gonzales changed mine

PSYC100 - 5.0 rating

Best professor I have had at OCC

PSYC100 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

60%

Textbook Required

10%

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Reviews (163)
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PSYCHOLOGY100
Dec 20, 2005

Jarren Gonzales is an awsome instructor! He makes class very enjoyable and he understands what it's like to be a student, so he keeps that in mind when giving grades as he curves all his exams and throws out any unfair questions. The guy us willing to go above and beyond to help you out. I suggest you take him the class is fun and easy I got an A+.

5.0
2.0
PSYCH125
Jan 17, 2006

Awesome Professor! He's a pretty easy teacher. Class is interesting if you're interested in the subject. Jarren is very clear and is always there to help with anything. Exams are easy, just keep up with the powerpoints and listen in class. I never read the book and I got an A in the class. Overall, awesome professor.

5.0
1.0
PSY158
Mar 10, 2006

Prof. Gonzales is still little new to OCC which is why you should take his class! He not jaded, willing to help, very insightful, never afraid of saying "I don't know" and a class act. Just pay attention & study ppt's. You'll do great!!

4.0
3.0
PSYCH100
Nov 4, 2008

He is a very nice teacher! Tries very hard to make you feel smart and comfortable enough to speak in class. Guides you on what to study for tests. Genuinely interested in your success

5.0
1.0
PSYCH160
Nov 9, 2008

Dr. Gonzales is so nice and helpful. He really cares about his students and their success. I love this class. The book he uses explains everthing so well. He grades fairly easy. I highly recommend taking this class with him.

4.0
4.0
PSYCH160
Nov 20, 2008

Great professor. Very nice and willing to help. He has reasonable expectations. Homework is due at the end of each chapter but it isn't too hard. The tests are impossible if you don't study (it is statistics after all). He will curve tests if everyone does bad. Overall this is a great class and he tries really hard to make it interesting & relevant

5.0
1.0
PSY100H
Dec 13, 2008

best teacher i've had so far. knows what he's talking about. super nice to everyone, even the irritating students. his lectures are so thourough that i didnt even have to read the book to get A's on the tests. take his honors class. if you pay attention you'll get an A

5.0
1.0
PSYCH160
Dec 19, 2008

Dr. Gonzales is an excellent professor. He is always patient, respectful, responsive to questions, approachable. Tests are not extremely easy, but can be if you study the material which he goes over in depth. If I weren't transferring next semester, I would take another course taught by him.

5.0
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PSYCH100H
Dec 20, 2008

Dr. Gonzales is a decent prof. He knows what he is teaching and he's very nice toward his students. Even though I found his lecture not very helpful (probly it's just me), but test materials are straight off from the book. If you spend a little time reading the book, you should be fine. Also, he gives decent powerpoints that you can use to study.

4.0
4.0
PSYCH160
Dec 28, 2008

Very good teacher. Teaches the hard stuff so he's not easy but you do learn. You HAVE to go to class and do homework. Always takes time to answer questions and makes sure people understand the material. Encourages students to go to his office hours. I'm not a math person at all and I managed to get an A

5.0
2.0
PSYCH100H
Jan 13, 2009

He's nice, helpful and approachable. The lectures seemed a bit boring at times; studying with the textbook is recommended to do well in the class. Overall, a respectable and understanding professor.

4.0
1.0
PSYCH100H
Jan 23, 2009

Lectures are boring, but he posted PPTs for notes. Tests are straight off the book. He's kind, understanding, and ready to help. Did a couple of Essays, which he graded easy. No final. Not a hard class.

5.0
1.0
PSYCHH100
Apr 6, 2009

great professor, exams arent too bad just gotta keep up with the reading which is a good amount but very do-able. few extra credit chances. group project and a few papers. notes are off powerpoint and you can just print them off but i recommend you rewrite them as he goes over pp because it helps when you go back to read.

5.0
4.0
PSY280
May 5, 2009

not an easy class that requires a lot of writing. but dr.gonzales is a really niec professor who is willing to explain everything. also this will help you to be ready for transfer.

5.0
4.0
PSYC160
Jul 7, 2009

Great Professor. Very willing to help. Must go to class (this is Stats after all!) If you study hard and listen to his lectures you will end up with a decent grade. Has powerpoints posted online. Very friendly. By far my favorite professor at OCC.

5.0
3.0
PSYCH160
Aug 21, 2009

Stats was far from my favorite class, but Dr. G is one of my favorite people. Though class can be boring, he is honestly one of the nicest people I have ever met. I've stopped by his office with a quick question and have ended up talking to him for over an hour because he takes such a genuine interest in his students' lives. Take this professor : )

5.0
1.0
PSYCH160
Oct 17, 2009

He's awesome...he keeps the class fun and is super nice!! He is also very helpful and will take the time to explain things to you if you need extra help. This class was so hard for me previously but it seems to make so much more sense with such a great professor.

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5.0
PSYCH160
Jun 9, 2010

Awesome professor!! Extremely approachable, helpful, considerate & genuinely cares about student's success. Read chapters before class, do the weekly online homweork assignments, extra credit, show up to class (participation is 45 points). Challenging class if you dont like stats but he is so helpful! Go visit him during office hours- great man!

5.0
1.0
PSYCH100H
Jul 5, 2010

Makes psych 100H soooo easy!! Love him and this class. Definitely a much better teacher than Lien Pham, I dropped her class midway in the fall and took Gonzales in the Spring, and am sooo happy I did! He's the best!!

5.0
1.0
PSYCH100H
Jul 5, 2010

THE best psych teacher at OCC :) So friendly, makes the class really easy, and you learn a lot without trying. MUST take for Honors :)) Easiest A I've ever gotten :)

5.0
1.0
PSYCH100H
Jul 8, 2010

MUST TAKE HIM BEFORE YOU LEAVE OCC! ESPECIALLY HIS HONORS CLASS!! MAKES IT VERYYY EASILY BUT YOU STILL LEARN TONS. ALL STUDENTS MUST TAKE!! DEFINITELY RECOMMEND!

4.0
5.0
PSYCH165
Aug 4, 2010

Hard class but if you go to office hours he will help you out for sure.

5.0
2.0
PSYCH100H
Dec 1, 2010

Dr. Gonzales is so nice and helpful and willing to teach to anyone who is willing to learn. He is very patient and will explain any questions you have. Tests are taken from the book. no quizes, but you read a book called blink and must write "reactions" to each chapter. there is also a paper at the end of the semester that you write on the book.

5.0
4.0
PSYCH160
Dec 15, 2010

Took him for statistics for behavioral sciences and he is one of the best teachers on campus. Do your best on the first 2 tests because you will have a great grade going into the final

5.0
4.0
PSYCH280
Dec 19, 2010

Psychology couldn't get any harder than this class. Took stats with him too but this was way more challenging with tons of writing. Tests are not easy either. This will prepare you to transfer though. Plus he's such a generous, sweet and nice person. Take the advantage of his office hour. He'll help you out with anything you're going through.

5.0
2.0
PSYCH160
May 4, 2011

Best professor I've had at OCC hands down. This guy is incredible. I consider myself somewhat slow and ask a ton of questions; he was helpful with me and would always come sit with me when I needed help. He is absolutely the best.

5.0
3.0
PSYCH130
May 24, 2011

He is a really good teacher. He keeps his class interested every session. He is also very easy to pass, as long as you study, pay attention in class, and read the book. He also offers quite a bit of extra credit. Great teacher!

5.0
1.0
PSYCH160
May 22, 2011

The thought of Stats scared me, but he made it SO easy with the way he taught it AND the book he has you buy is SO easy to read and understand! You'll have to use Aplia online, but it's GREAT; we never turn in homework. I can't believe I ended up understanding AND liking Stats. I got a 99% in class. Tied for BEST teacher at OCC!!

4.0
3.0
STAT160
Jun 4, 2011

If you gotta take stats for psych, you couldn't find a better professor. He cares about the students and helps you every time you have a question. I dread any kind of math class but still manage to get an A. Tests are MC + application problems but the homework website has practice tests that are similar to the ones on the tests.

5.0
1.0
PSYC130
Jul 9, 2011

I took his human life span development class my first semester and was pleasantly surprised. Jarren was super nice and helpful. The class was small so there were a lot of group projects and discussions, but it really only enhanced the material. If you read the chapters and don't take notes you'll do fine.

5.0
4.0
STAT160
Jul 14, 2011

Dr. Gonzales is by far one of the best professors I've had at OCC. He is more than willing to spend extra time outside of class to help his students understand the material. A handful of students in my class even arranged a study group in the library before tests and Dr. Gonzales showed up to help. Not to mention he's super cute.

5.0
3.0
PSYCH160
Nov 29, 2011

Dr. Gonzales is easily one of the best teachers I have had at OCC. I took stats so the material wasn't easy but he was EXTREMELY helpful and willing to stay late or meet early to go over material. He is very patient and actually wants you to succeed in his class but will make you work for the A. I definitely reccomend taking his class.

5.0
2.0
PSYCH130
Dec 2, 2011

Class if full of thought provoking discussions, you have to do work at home, but the assignments are easy. He puts a lot of weight in the Group Projects, but he is always open to help and answers questions and didn't put people down. Acts like a high school teacher somewhat: need to put in the work, but he'll help you when you need it. Very kind.

5.0
1.0
PSYC160
Dec 12, 2011

He is the best teacher . he helps me understand the materials well. He didnt take roll much but you should come to his class since his lectures helped you understand how to do homework ,, i love his class and able to take his psyc 280 <3

5.0
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PSYCH160
Dec 7, 2011

Most amazing teacher I've had. You will not regret taking any of his classes. He is EXTREMELY helpful and will do all he can if you have any trouble understanding the material.

5.0
2.0
PSYCH160
Dec 14, 2011

GREAT teacher! I am not a math person and I got a B in the class, and actually understand it! He has a positive attitude and really strives to help his students.

5.0
1.0
PSYC160
Dec 15, 2011

HE IS THE BEST PROFESSOR I HAVE EVER HAD!:) TOOK HIM FOR STATS AND OTHER CLASSES. IF YOU DON'T UNDERSTAND THE MATERIAL HE TAKES EXTRA TIME TO HELP YOU UNDERSTAND IT. HE IS EXTREMELY HELPFUL AND VERY APPROACHABLE. HE IS A REALLY NICE GUY. TAKE HIS CLASS YOU WILL NOT REGRET IT!!

5.0
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PSYCH130
Dec 15, 2011

I loved this class, a lot of awesome group discussion. Weekly online ,cengage quizzes. 4 papers, group (verbal) project, 4 exams. Awesome, hot teacher, very helpful. This teacher is worth the work. OCC is lucky to have him. TAKE HIS CLASS!!!

5.0
1.0
PSYCH160
May 16, 2012

One of the best teachers at OCC! He really knows the material and helps you understand it! Study, take notes and you'll do fine! He gives extra credit which is really helpful! Totally recommend him! :)

5.0
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PSYCA160
May 18, 2012

Who doesn't like him? Many students say that he is very nice! The exam is a bit complicated, but his class is very helpful and he gives us a lot of important materials so you can be able to get a good grade if you study hard!

5.0
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PSYC160
May 19, 2012

He is a great teacher! I tried to take stats before with another teacher and had to drop because I was so lost. Dr. Gonzales is very helpful and explains things in a way that is easy to understand. HIghly recommend!

5.0
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PSYCA160
May 25, 2012

If you have any trouble with math take Jarren. He will make sure you pass his class. His office hours helped my grade immensely and he genuinely cares about the success of his students. 4 exams, 2 data sets (practice problems), and homework. Extra credit and homework will help a lot so DO IT! I ended with a B. Highly recommend.

5.0
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PSYC160
Jun 22, 2012

*need the book!!! so get it the class is all about the book! i never read and i got C's or D's on the exams sooo READ!!! the book is not a hard read. he's an amazing teacher tho he really cares for his students, he does offer extra credit ended up w/ a B in the class :)

5.0
3.0
PSYC160
Oct 1, 2012

best professor I have had at OCC-no question. knows his stuff and makes hard material easy to understand. really patient and answers questions clearly. cares about your success and helps you succeed but also makes you work for the grade. read the book and participate in class to do well. hw helps you study for tests which are challenging but fair.

5.0
4.0
PSYC280
Nov 12, 2012

Talk about easy on the eyes. :) Dr. G is a great professor and genuinely interested in helping you learn the material and transfer to a University. This guy is awesome!

5.0
3.0
PSYC160
Nov 21, 2012

if you didn't understand math before now you will with Dr. Gonzales. he is very helpful and wants you to succeed. the material is hard but make sure you attend class and do the homework. buy the book from the homework website its cheaper and you don't need it physically. offers a lot of extra credit!

5.0
2.0
PSYC130
Dec 3, 2012

Dr. Gonzales is a great teacher. That being said, I feel like I learned everything from the book. Class was basically discussion the entire time with little lecture. There's 2 online quizzes per ch; you need to pay for access online. 4 reflection papers. 4 tests that mainly reflect book reading. He does give some ex credit! opportunities!

5.0
2.0
MATH160
Dec 13, 2012

Best math teacher I have ever had! Attendance is a must if you want an A, the book alone will not earn you a good grade. I loath math and found his teaching methods to be superb. Would definitely recommend, he also keeps your attention with jokes everyday.

5.0
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PSYCH160
Dec 13, 2012

He is amazing!!!!! Take him!!! Dr. Gonzales is so nice and helpful! I've always struggled with math and he helped be tremendously through the semester. TAKE HIM!!!!!!!!!

5.0
3.0
PSYCH130
Dec 14, 2012

Lectures are discussion based; makes class very enjoyable and you definitely learn a lot and get more insight on the subject. However, the tests are based on reading the book. The questions aren't too hard. Dr. gonzales is a great guy! 4exams, 4written assignments, and 20 online quizzes(unlimited attempts) and there's a bunch of participation pts.

5.0
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PSYC160
Dec 14, 2012

Even words can't describe how great he is! Take him, no doubt, best teacher ever! If he teaches Calculus, I'd certainly choose him! I got A+! :D

5.0
2.0
PSYCH160
Dec 25, 2012

He is a great professor! give effort and go to the lectures and you will do great in the class. Math is not my best subject and he made it very understandable for me, office hours help and he is willing to help you whenever, offers extra credit. Take him if stats is hard for you!! Great professor taking him for experimental methods.

5.0
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PYSCH280
Feb 28, 2013

Great professor. Best one at OCC. Transfered out but wish every campus had a Jarren Gonzales to teach there

5.0
2.0
PSYCH160
May 8, 2013

He is awesome!! If you don't understand math or are afraid don't be! he will break down every detail, sometimes it gets annoying,but its nice when you don't understand. He WANTS you to do good. He actually uses blackboard and keeps your grade up to date. make sure you get As on all your online homeworks it will count in the end!

5.0
3.0
PSYCH160
May 24, 2013

I failed 2 exams but still ended up with a B. Dr. G. offers a lot of extra credit. The material at first seemed very difficult to me, but as time went on, Dr. G. makes it easy for you to understand why we did what we did. Just put in the work and you'll do well in his class. Highly recommended.

4.0
2.0
PSYCH130
Jun 6, 2013

u need the book going to class for me was basically pointless since he doesnt go over most things that are on the exams.he have online quizzes that are easy A's. there 2 are mini projects. he is a nice prof and offers EC at the very end so u can hold out on that. read the whole book for an A in the class. Overall ok prof but very friendly

5.0
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PSY160
Sep 17, 2013

Im now taking a quantitative methods of political science course at Csu dominguez hills after transferring from occ and i can honestly say that taking prof gonzales' stats course was one of the best academic decisions i have ever made. This course gave me a very solid foundation in Stats that has proved to be Key in my upper div coursework!

5.0
3.0
PSYCA280
Sep 17, 2013

Super helpful and extremely motivated about psychology. Easy to get along with

5.0
3.0
PSYCH160
Nov 28, 2013

one of the best teachers ive ever had. i am terrible at math but he is very helpful and clear. i ended up with an A. make sure you do the homework- it really helped me do well since it is online and you can see what you did wrong and try again. stats is boring but he is a great teacher and made it bearable. definitely take his class

5.0
3.0
PSYCHA160
Dec 13, 2013

Dr. G is awesome. Math is a nightmare for me but this class was fun, interesting, and best of all, I understood it. Dr. G is very helpful and wants his students to succeed. This is the class to take for non-math majors to make your transfer req. Book not needed, it's included in your online hw account.

5.0
2.0
PSYC250
May 15, 2014

Amazing professor. Genuinely interested in teaching students and giving them the best possible learning experience. His passion is definitely there. Bio psych can be very dense learning, but Jarren definitely makes it interesting. Four exams, each ranging from 30-40 questions so KNOW YOUR MATERIAL, it really isn't rocket science though :-)

5.0
2.0
PSYCHA160
Jul 28, 2014

Math has never been an easy subject for me, but Dr. G was so clear and so helpful! As long as you work hard and try to finish everything that is required, there is no reason to fail. If you're having trouble understanding something, Dr. G is more than happy to help and will take however long it takes explaining something. Highly recommended!

5.0
3.0
PSYC250
Aug 26, 2014

He goes by the book. He teaches by the guidelines of the course. His homework is accessible and if you do the reading, you will score 10/10. Communication is huge-- he is more than willing to help out in any way that he can. Usually gives extra credit. Best professor I have had! Highly recommended.

5.0
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PSYC160
Nov 10, 2014

Dr. G is the best Prof I've ever had. I have zero confidence in my ability to do math and have always struggled with the subject. That being said, he is a FANTASTIC teacher & really willing to help his students succeed! It is a hard class, with lots of homework, but if you stick with it, do the homework, & ask for help if needed, you'll be ok!

5.0
4.0
STATSINBEHA
Nov 6, 2014

Best teacher I have had for psych! hes amazing. i recommend for any psych majors even if you hate math this is not to hard you just REALLY have to pay attention and do ALOT OF WORK!! he makes everything easier great professor!!

5.0
3.0
PSYCA160
Dec 11, 2014

BEST TEAHCER EVER. if you take stats, make sure you take him. He is absolutley charming and very helpful. He made learning a difficult (in my opinion) subject much more manageable. I took it as a four hour night class and i'm a morning person with a short attention span, yet i still recieved A. Thats how awesome he is!!!

5.0
3.0
PSYCH250
Grade: A
Dec 19, 2014

He is a really passionate teacher. His lecture might be long and sometimes confusing but you can learn a lot from him and his class. All tests have a short easy writing about what you learn. The class is not easy but you can get an A if you do every assignment. He offers extra credit. There are easy homeworks every week and one paper.

5.0
3.0
PSYC160
Grade: B
Aug 18, 2015

I paid attention in class (stay off your phone), did all the HW assignments, and got a B on each test except one. Of course it was the one I didn't study much for. He offers extra credit. 2 volunteer trips (10 pts each) and online hw is huge. He offers practice tests which help a lot. Basically if you put effort into his class it's an easy A or B.

5.0
3.0
PSYCH160
Sep 1, 2015

Jarren is respected by many students and is very motivating. The exams are not all fully multiple choice as there are computation sections. He is very helpful, humorous, and gives a couple of extra credit opportunities in the form of volunteer work. Completion of the two data sets near the end of the semester are crucial!

5.0
1.0
PSYC100
Oct 18, 2015

Helpfulness: He is helpful in that he makes himself available for students by email and long office hours. He's a fantastic communicator. He WANTS students to pass. Clarity: Assignments always due on Sunday. Lectures follow along his PP slides, which are available online. Easy: Tests align with in class discussions and lecture notes.

4.0
3.0
PSYCHA100
Oct 20, 2015

Great Professor. I loved his class and thought he was very clear on what he was teaching. He seems organized and keeps blackboard up to date. His lectors do get long however, but everything on the test will be talked about in class. The tests are somewhat easy and around 30 question multiple choice. I recommend him and enjoyed his teaching methods

5.0
3.0
PSYCH165
Nov 12, 2015

Jarren is the best!. He makes himself available to you if you need extra help. He wants to help you. I've got a really high grade in his PSYCH 160 class and I've always struggled with math. As a freshman completing my math credit, I couldn't be happier with choosing to take his class instead of Math 140 or 100.

5.0
2.0
PSY100
Nov 23, 2015

He's amazing! Very helpful and clear when it comes to his lecture. Easy to understand. Weekly Hw. The test aren't too bad. Very Easy! Would take his class again!!

5.0
1.0
PSYCH160
Dec 11, 2015

Professor Gonzales is awesome! He goes over everything that will be on the exam, so if you take good notes and do the homework, an A is easily achievable. Highly recommended!

5.0
3.0
PSY160
Grade: A
Feb 5, 2016

Dr. Gonzales is an amazing professor. Never thought I would enjoy stats that much. He is a fair teacher and he cares about his students. He is always polite and nice to everyone. If you need to take a stats class, make sure that you take his. You will learn a lot and will eventually care for stats!

5.0
1.0
PSYC100
Grade: A
Mar 18, 2016

I took AP Psyc in high school and this is so much easier. If you're struggling, go to his office hours! He's really an amazing professor. He's there to help and he actually cares, unlike the majority of professors.

5.0
2.0
PSY160
Grade: A+
May 13, 2016

Dr. Gonzales is an amazing professor, he really cares about students. I thought I was going to get a B or less when I started but he really made it easy to learn all the information we needed and I got an A+ in his class! That's crazy for me because I don't always do well in math. He used Aplia which isn't the cheapest but its works well!

5.0
3.0
PSY160
Grade: A
May 19, 2016

If anyone can make you excited about statistics, it's Dr. Jarren! God I cant even describe how much I love his approach of teaching this class! just follow up with lectures, do the assignment, study hard for the tests and that's it. He's very helpful, he makes jokes in class that really really makes the 2 hours lecture not so bad.

5.0
2.0
PSY160
Grade: A
May 26, 2016
Would take again

I was never fond of math but Professor Gonzales made it worthwhile! He is very friendly and willing to help. Be there for lectures to understand concepts, your grades will thank you for it. There are homework assignments due on aplia every week & 4 exams in total. I got a high A in his class. Take him!

5.0
3.0
PSYCA160
Grade: A
May 31, 2016
Would take again

This teacher really cares about his students and is passionate about his subject. He has a kooky stats sense of humor and is always helpful when you need a question answered. All the homework and text book was online (Aplia). He offers extra credit when you give back.

4.0
2.0
PSYC100
Grade: A
Oct 22, 2016
Wouldn't take again

His lecture is kind of boring makes it very sleepy in class. I am very focused in studying but his voice just can't keep me interested. Show up regularly and you can get an easy A.

Gives good feedback
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Clear grading criteria
4.0
2.0
PSYC100
Nov 23, 2016
Would take again

This class would be an easy A class for you when you're in a large lecture hall. The two student assistants check your attendance. For this class, you need to register 4 scantrons forwardly. Also, you use an online program to start and finish assignments. You can choose to have a book, but also make it accessible online(same one you use for hw).

Respected
Inspirational
Clear grading criteria
1.0
5.0
PSY160
Grade: A-
Nov 28, 2016
Wouldn't take again

He is boring

Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
TEST HEAVY
5.0
3.0
PSY160
Grade: A+
Dec 25, 2016
Would take again

Amazing professor. He explains subjects very clearly. Study, focus during homework and keep up with lecture notes and your assigned work. He is extremely helpful and is more than willing to answer any of your questions and work with you if you need it. He gets personal with you and is the nicest professor at OCC!

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
Caring
4.0
2.0
PSYC100
Grade: A
Jan 30, 2017
Would take again

Very chill professor. He usually lectures about what you will read that night. Just do the practice exams a bunch of times, and do the homework which you get 3 chances each time until you get a better score then you will get an A or B . Never used the book or really wrote notes. Just listen to his lectures and have common sense on key terms.

Respected
EXTRA CREDIT
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
3.0
PSYC100
Grade: A
Mar 22, 2017
Would take again

Best professor I have had at OCC. He is passionate about the topics and really wants you to do well. I liked the class so much that I changed my major to psych.

Respected
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
PSYC100
Grade: A
May 17, 2017
Would take again

Professor Gonzales, is so passionate about what he does and it shows. He really loves to engage his students and makes his lecture interesting! Online homework was not too hard but luckily the reading kept it interesting. His tests are around 30ish questions which was nice because it allowed people to do well if they studied. Take him he's awesome!

Respected
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
3.0
PSYCA100
Grade: A
May 25, 2017
Would take again

Very inspirational and knowledgeable professor; outstanding and captivating lectures. I recommend this course without any hesitation.

Respected
Inspirational
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
PSYC100
Grade: B+
May 25, 2017
Would take again

Professor Gonzales was a really good psych professor. The lectures were interesting and the exams were straightforward. Make sure to do the online homework because everything on the homework questions and practice exams are on the exam.

Respected
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Caring
5.0
4.0
PSYC100
Grade: Not sure yet
May 26, 2017
Would take again

He is a very great professor and gives amazing lecture. His class wasn't that hard if you actually study for it. He also gives a study guide on each exams. Overall, I really enjoy his class! Don't worry, it's an easy class.

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
5.0
1.0
PSYCA160
Grade: A
May 26, 2017
Would take again

Absolutely amazing professor. He is very knowledgeable and genuinely wants to help you succeed. He assigns reading, which I recommend doing in advance, and then clarifies the material you need to know to do well in the course. If you need/want to take statistics, you won't regret taking it with Professor Gonzales.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
PSYC100
Grade: A+
Jun 6, 2017
Would take again

Everyone has that one teacher that changes their life and Dr. Gonzales changed mine. His encouragement led me to change my major to what I am truly passionate about which ultimately gave me confidence in my own abilities. The material is interesting and Dr. Gonzales genuinely cares about the opinions of his students.

Inspirational
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
3.0
1.0
PSYC100
Grade: A
Jun 16, 2017
Would take again

All of his homework is online so you HAVE to buy the access code. Didn't pay attention to his lectures but still passed. This may be because I took this exact class in HS before. You have 3 tries for each of the HW so do your best to get full credit there since they're easy points. No quizzes, but review the online practice test before the exams.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
3.0
1.0
PSYC100
Grade: A
Nov 29, 2017
Wouldn't take again

This class was super easy ! He has mandatory attendance (which I didn't come to class ever and I passed with an A) I never had to actually pay attention when I was in class. One reason why I never listened was because you couldn't keep up with what he was saying anyways and all I had to do was read the textbook before the exam!

Get ready to read
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
3.0
2.0
PSYC100
Grade: B
Dec 13, 2017
Would take again

super easy class. he says attendance is mandatory but i hardly ever showed up and still got 10/10 in participation. his lectures are dreadful. all homework/ quizzes are online and SUPER easy. his tests are easy too and all you have to do is memorize the practice exam. 1-/10 recommend

EXTRA CREDIT
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
3.0
PSYC100
Grade: A
Dec 13, 2017
Would take again

absolute favorite professor ever !! attend class, do the homework and study his quizzes on canvas for the tests & you'll be good. would 10/10 take him again.

Inspirational
EXTRA CREDIT
Would take again
5.0
3.0
PSYC100
Grade: B
Dec 18, 2017
Would take again

you have to take this professor. you will learn a lot and he lets you know exactly what you need to do to get a good grade. go visit him in office hours for help - he is so nice and wants students to do well. i will definitely take more of his classes.

Respected
Inspirational
Would take again
4.0
4.0
PSY160
Grade: B
Dec 19, 2017
Would take again

Overall a very good stats teacher. He will make you work for your grade. Be prepared to study for his tests. Whatever you do- DON'T PROCRASTINATE. If you participate in class and make an effort, he will notice. His lectures can be a little boring but he gives a lot of help if you're struggling. Study groups + tutor will help in the long run.

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
LECTURE HEAVY
4.0
2.0
PSYC100
Grade: A+
Dec 19, 2017
Would take again

Super duper easy A. All I ever did in his class was sleep & I passed with a 96%. Homework/quizzes are all online and gives you 3 attempts so no reason why you shouldn't get a 100% . Prac exams are similar to the actual. Just skim the textbook & you'll be fine. Attendance is mandatory but I rarely showed up & still got a 10/10 on participation.

Would take again
5.0
3.0
PSY160
Grade: A
Dec 20, 2017
Would take again

Hands down one of my favorite professors at OCC! Dr. G is so passionate about what he teaches and he is ALWAYS willing to help. He's pretty corky and always has jokes which makes lecture fun. I wish I could take him for all my psych courses. Make sure you attend every lecture, ask questions, and do the homework and you are guaranteed an A!

Skip class? You won't pass.
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
2.0
3.0
PSYCH100
Grade: B
Dec 29, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Gonzales was an alright professor. He was understanding when it came to missing for a valid reason & would help to allow you to make up a test for example. His lectures felt so long and I didn't really feel like I learned anything from them, only from the MindTap exercises & Exam reviews he'd post, which those did help if you did it a few times.

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Tests are tough
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
3.0
PSYC100
Grade: B
Jan 24, 2018
Would take again

I couldn't have asked for a better way to start college. The class was great and Dr. G helped me to get ready for my major. We had good discussions in class and his practice tests give you a good idea about what is on the test. He is really nice and encourages you to do your best. I will definitely take more of his classes.

Respected
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
PSYC280
Grade: A
Mar 13, 2018
Would take again

Amazing professor, I would recommend you take him for all Psych courses if you can, trust me you won't regret it. Very intelligent, kind and caring, willing to explain until you get it. Do all the little quizzes and activities on MindTap- it will help you do well on the exams. There's a few exams, group experiment project, and a APA paper.

Respected
Caring
GROUP PROJECTS
5.0
2.0
PSYC100
Grade: A+
Apr 30, 2018
Would take again

Professor Gonzales is the best professor I have had at Orange Coast! He is so down to earth, easy to talk to, and ensures his lectures keep students interested by incorporating small class activities. Assignments are all online and are easy to get 100% on. Just read chapters for better understanding and exams will be easy! Def recommend him!!!!

Gives good feedback
Respected
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
PSYC160
Grade: A
May 29, 2018
Would take again

Jarren has great knowledge of the material and is good at teaching it. He is one of the most kind, caring, and funny professors at OCC. Tests are nearly identical in terms of difficulty to his exam prep questions. No trick questions. Gives tons of extra credit. Everything about him shows that he truly wants to see his students succeed.

Respected
Hilarious
Caring
4.0
1.0
PSYC100
Grade: A+
Dec 3, 2018
Would take again

An easy A

Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
3.0
MATH160
Grade: A
Dec 13, 2018
Would take again

He is the best math teacher at OCC by far! He cares so much for his students and is always willing to help! He's so kind and explains very thoroughly. If you usually have difficulty in math, he is a game changer! I always get B's and C's in math, but because of him and all his help, I got an A!

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
PSYCH160
Grade: C
Dec 20, 2018
Would take again

Professor Gonzales is caring and wants his students to succeed! He takes the time to explain all of his material carefully and makes sure you understand it. His lectures are interesting and he cracks a joke here and there so you won't get bored! Overall he's a great Professor

Gives good feedback
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
PSYC100
Apr 18, 2019
Would take again

Yes! I high rate this professor. Positive, considerate and fair in almost every way. I completely enjoyed his lectures, lots of information presented in clear ways for comprehension. I recommend!!!

Gives good feedback
Respected
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
STAT160
Jul 31, 2019
Would take again

Professor Gonzales is the best teacher I've had at OCC by far! Enjoyed his psych 100 class so much that I registered for his statistics class the following semester. Definitely has a way of speaking and a level of enthusiasm that holds your attention throughout a lecture. Simply put, there are not enough professors like professor Gonzales.

Respected
Amazing lectures
Caring
4.0
2.0
PSYC100
Grade: A
Aug 13, 2019
Would take again

Professor Gonzales is pretty straightforward of what he wants his students to know about psychology. He made psychology class pretty easy to understand and pass. Students are not required to be there- just only to do tests and uses textbook if needed; however, students are required to complete individual work assignments and mini-quizzes online

Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
PSY160
Grade: A
Oct 29, 2019
Would take again

After transferring, I've taken numerous 300 level courses that involve the same statistics Dr. G teaches. Courses in statistics, business analysis, and economics. Not one professor has explained the material anywhere near as well as him. Those classes would have been difficult had I not taken his class, but they ended up being very easy for me.

5.0
3.0
PSYC160
Grade: A-
Dec 17, 2019
Would take again

Dr. Gonzales and his PSYC 160 class was the perfect way to start college. His lectures were full of stories, humor, and the exact steps and formulas needed in the computation section of the tests. He not only taught statistics, he taught how to understand and use it in further academic research. 4 tests, lots of homework, and extra credit

Respected
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
5.0
STAT160
Grade: C+
Feb 5, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Jarren is a cool laid back dude that really cares about his students. There is 4 different exams, 100 dollar book mandatory for homework, and 1 small extra credit at the end. Lectures are great and he goes slow enough where you can actually comprehend what he is saying. Im not a math person & passed his class. Overall a good person & means well!

Lots of homework
Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
2.0
2.0
PSYC100
Grade: A
May 2, 2020
Would take again

This man WILL NOT respond to your emails. You'd think that because we are in a global pandemic right now and classes have all moved online, he'd respond to your email and answer your questions, but no. He won't email you back ever. I've sent him three emails with questions that went unanswered because he never got back to me.

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
Lecture heavy
5.0
4.0
PSYCH160
Grade: C
May 23, 2020
Would take again

I failed stats twice before taking his class. With his help and the tutor provided, his class wasn't super difficult but bearable with the material given. He's one of the most caring and understanding professors here because he really makes an effort to help students succeed. Don't take any other professor, trust!

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
PSY160
Grade: A
May 26, 2020
Would take again

I was scared to death to take Stats. Now, after completing Dr. Gonzales's class, I couldn't be happier with my overall performance and the teaching style Dr. G has. He is a real gem for OCC students. Don't be afraid of Statistics, it is possible to succeed! Plus, he gives tons of extra credit opportunities throughout the semester. You got this!!

Inspirational
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
PSY160
Grade: B
Jun 5, 2020
Would take again

I am not a fan of taking math classes, but I needed to take him for my psych major. He does take a long time to explain certain problems but he explains them very well. The textbook is online, and so is the homework. You have to purchase access to go online which he helps provide that info. He is very kind and understanding. Take him!

Participation matters
Lecture heavy
Caring
5.0
4.0
PSY160
Grade: A
Jun 7, 2020
Would take again

Dr. Gonzales is my favorite professor. He is super chill and kind. Statistics is hard, but he makes it easy to understand. Everything is very organized on Canvas. I only got C on the first exam. I had to work harder for the rest of the exams. Extra credit opportunities at the beginning and toward the end of the class. Highly recommended! Take him!

Respected
Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
PSY160
Grade: B+
Jun 9, 2020
Would take again

Math is not my strong suit, I knew it would be difficult and it was, but Jarren makes it doable. There are no participation points so attendance isn't necessary if you understand stats but sitting through his lectures really helped me. The lectures were long and boring but I blame the subject not him. He offers lots of extra credit, so helpful.

Clear grading criteria
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
1.0
5.0
PSY160
Jul 12, 2020
Wouldn't take again

STAY AWAY FROM HIM! I DID NOT GOOD ON THE TEST AND IF I ASK to IMPROVE GRADE, HE JUST gives YOU SAME RESPONSE TO IMPROVE GRADES! WORK HARD ON ALL HOMEWORK AND TEST! You want easy teacher, take it somewhere else that's a more reasonable easy teacher, and likely to curve grades.

1.0
5.0
PSY160
Grade: B
Jul 20, 2020
Wouldn't take again

I would honestly give him 0 quality instead of 1. When I email him for the last chapter that contains a formula, he did not respond back to me. To make it worse, in his test, the written portion is a tough grader. So, if you ask to drop one of the test scores, he will not do it. I have some classmates emailing him and he did not respond back.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Tough grader
5.0
2.0
PSYC100
Grade: A
Oct 18, 2020
Would take again

Dr. G is a very great professor. He cares a lot about his students. I took his class during the pandemic and he was very understanding that people were going through a tough time. Easy A if you do you homework and weekly quizzes. The book is pretty pricey but the software is useful in helping with memory retention. Test aren't super hard.

Respected
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
3.0
3.0
PSYCHA100
Grade: A
Oct 29, 2020
Would take again

This online class was pretty simple. The homework is easy and there is a practice exam for extra credit before the exam that will prepare you. He emailed me back, but didn't answer all of my questions. But, he is available for office hours every week.

4.0
2.0
PSYC160
Nov 10, 2020
Would take again

There are extra credits for test preparation and his lectures are pretty easy to understand. Sometimes homework can be a lot, but it's doable. The only thing that I didn't like is that the online textbook, which was about $90, was mandatory.

Lots of homework
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
PSYC160
Grade: A
Nov 25, 2020
Would take again

I've taken Dr. Gonzales for two classes now. He is by far the BEST PROFESSOR I've had between several colleges I've attended. He inspires you to do well by teaching in a way that you understand and get excited. I hate math in all forms and have always received bad grades. The way he teaches statistics clicked with me and I got an A! TAKE HIS CLASS!

Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
1.0
PSYC100
Grade: A+
Dec 10, 2020
Would take again

Easy psych class to take if you need credits. No zoom class but just canvas assignments. All homework is on modules due every week and it's on another website that you have to pay for (which is the textbook fee basically). Easy A honestly, all you have to do is just make sure you're up to date with every module every week! Quizlet helps a lot :)

Respected
Clear grading criteria
4.0
3.0
PSY160
Grade: B+
Jan 19, 2021
Would take again

I had his class online due to COVID for Fall 2020 and it was a straightforward class. Zoom classes were optional but I would recommend going since the text can get confusing at times. grades were based solely on hw and exams (4). There was severely assignments but were easy if you understood the material. Some E.C is given. kind and helpful

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
Caring
1.0
5.0
PSYCH160
Grade: Rather not say
Jun 3, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Do not take this professor because he is a tough grader, I was confused in his lectures because they went so fast , he expects you to memorize all of the complex formulas which is very extreme for an introductory class. The tests are really challenging, so beware of that. Don't take this professor.

Lots of homework
Skip class? You won't pass.
Tough grader
2.0
3.0
PSYCA100
Jun 10, 2021
Would take again

An interesting class and I enjoyed it. However you had to pay for MindTap in order to access the book and all assignments. No way to get out of buying it. Other than that, excellent class. There were extra credit opportunities. He was understanding and responded pretty quick to emails.

1.0
5.0
PSYC160
Grade: C-
Jan 7, 2022
Wouldn't take again

This class and professor was probably the worst I've experienced during my 3 years at OCC. Not only was the class extremely hard, but my emails asking for assistance went unanswered. I struggled so hard with this class even though I used all the resources available, and when I reached out for help I got none.

Lots of homework
Skip class? You won't pass.
Lecture heavy
1.0
2.0
PSYC100
Grade: A+
Feb 1, 2022
Wouldn't take again

I took this class completely online. You have to pay for MindTap to complete any of the homework assignments and I felt like MindTap was a better teacher than this professor, considering he never responded to any of my emails. It's not a hard class if you read the book, but if you don't understand something then you're left without any help.

5.0
2.0
PSY100
Grade: A
Apr 5, 2022
Would take again

He sets up many office hours in case you need help. He is sweet and cares about anything you have questions about. His material is very detailed and easy to navigate.

Get ready to read
Caring
Respected
5.0
2.0
PSYC100
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 13, 2022
Would take again

I have nothing but amazing things to say about him. Im not very good with doing homework on time and he gave me extra time on that along with others who struggle. this class Is the easies out there along with the teacher. TAKE MR.G!!!

Respected
Accessible outside class
Online Savvy
5.0
4.0
PSYCH160
Apr 27, 2022
Would take again

he teaches very clearly and is very caring about his students emotional well being.

Caring
Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
5.0
1.0
PSY100
Grade: A-
May 14, 2022
Would take again

Once a week you had to turn in a quiz and mastery training on cengage. You can check your answers before submitting so there is no reason to not get 100% in this class. The book costs $90 but just join student equity and the school will pay it. The 4 exams (not quizzes) are easy as well. I recommend this online class.

Accessible outside class
Online Savvy
4.0
3.0
PSYCA160
Grade: A
Jun 7, 2022
Would take again

4 canvas exams (half MC, half calculations), hw on cengage every week.Take the class async only if you can self motivate/self pace.Take notes on formulas and definitions because it will help a lot for exams! Learned everything through powerpoints, ebook, and HOMEWORK. Must buy cengage for hw (ebook will help).Couple EC opps. (DO THEM) u got this

Clear grading criteria
Lots of homework
Online Savvy
5.0
1.0
PSYC100
Grade: A+
Jun 27, 2022
Would take again

I took the course as an asynchronous online one, so it definitely lacked many of the traditional aspects of a class- lectures, pop quizzes, etc. Assignments are always given on the first day of class, and all of them are available on Cengage from the time you purchase the textbook online. YOU WILL NEED AN ONLINE COPY WITH CENGAGE.

Get ready to read
Gives good feedback
Graded by few things
5.0
3.0
PSYC160
Grade: A-
Jul 8, 2022

Go to office hours and you will do very well in the class. Dr. G cares about his students, but you need to go to office hours. Make sure you save all of the equations from lectures and homework! Do all the homework and the extra credit assignments he offers and you will be fine. Exams are almost identical to lectures and homework problems

Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
PSY160
Grade: B
Oct 24, 2022

I do not recommend this teacher. His lectures are awful and are very difficult to pay attention too and you have to teach yourself most of the material anyway. He is extremely bad at communicating with his students and is not understanding at all. He also will tell you your questions are stupid so don't bother asking. You WILL lose brain cells.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
2.0
5.0
PSYC160
Grade: D
Oct 24, 2022

I took this class for the fall semester and it was the most stressful and time consuming class I've ever taken. To access the hw you HAVE to buy the textbook which is 100$. You are basically teaching yourself everything. He doesn't work with you and makes you feel little when you raise a complaint. I don't recommend this class.

Get ready to read
Lots of homework
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
PSYC160
Grade: B
Oct 24, 2022

If you listen to one thing I say do NOT take this class. you will come out of their dumber than you entered.

Tough grader
1.0
5.0
PSY160
Grade: B
Nov 15, 2022

Mathematics has never been my strong suit, and taking this class with this professor was not easy at all. He doesn't reply to emails, and if he does, he replies after the submission deadline with unhelpful comments. He will not curve grades if everyone in your class is failing. You're also teaching yourself for the most part.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
3.0
4.0
PSY160
Grade: B
Dec 26, 2022
Would take again

The canvas was amazingly set up and the assignments were super clear. Lots of extra credit for each exam too.

EXTRA CREDIT
Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
5.0
1.0
PSYCA100
Grade: A
Dec 27, 2022
Would take again

If you take his online 100 class, it should be a very easy A if you read the book, do the assignments, and take the tests which were open-book. Seemed like a nice professor even though there was minimal interaction outside of announcements.

Get ready to read
5.0
1.0
PSYC100
Grade: A
Jan 2, 2023
Would take again

Took the asynchronous online class and loved it. Practice tests were extra credit and homework could be done on the phone using the cerego app. Tests were open book, straightforward and fairly manageable. Don't miss the weekly hw: those are easy points.

EXTRA CREDIT
2.0
2.0
PSYC100
Grade: A
Jun 14, 2023

All the material that was learned was from the text book so be ready to teach yourself. The quizzes were easy you could take them as many times as you wanted to earn a perfect score. The tests were a little bit harder but not too hard. I did like the"mastery training" it helped a lot with studying.

Get ready to read
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
STAT160
Grade: A
Oct 6, 2023
Would take again

I'm terrible at math so I was worried when taking his stats class, but Prof Gonzales is a really great teacher. He is a good lecturer and his lectures always correlate with his homework and exams. As long as you pay attention in the lectures and do the homework, getting an A is very attainable. two thumbs up!

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
5.0
2.0
PSY160
Grade: A+
Oct 26, 2023
Would take again

Prof Gonzales is an outstanding teacher. Very reasonable with tests, homework, and data set grades. If you take one of his hybrid classes, be prepared to read through the textbook and take notes. However, he provides great video tutorials, lectures, and weekly zooms to address the content and student questions. He cares a lot about his students.

Clear grading criteria
Lots of homework
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
PSY160
Grade: A+
Jan 11, 2024
Would take again

This was by far my favorite class my fall semester. Professor Gonzales is an amazing teacher, his lectures are very easy to follow and really helps you get a good understanding of the class. The information wasn't too difficult for me but I took a lot of notes and made sure to do all the homework and watch his videos.

EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
Respected
3.0
4.0
PSY100
Grade: C+
May 10, 2024

Professor Gonzales was a nice teacher, but the content was a lot of information, homework assignments weren't a lot of points. There is a free textbook on Cengage but expires so you'll need to buy it in order to do the assignments. Read the textbook and do the study guide then you will do fine. Test are multiple choice but NOT open notes.

Get ready to read
Respected
Lecture heavy
5.0
2.0
PSYC160
Grade: B
May 16, 2024
Would take again

The first math class that I actually was able to learn and catch on to the work. Professor teaches with the intent for students to learn and thrive. I had to drop my stats class last semester with a diff prof. because it was so hard to grasp the lectures but this class made stats so easy and enjoyable. One of the best professors by far!

Participation matters
EXTRA CREDIT
Clear grading criteria
5.0
2.0
PSYC160
Grade: A
Jun 1, 2024
Would take again

Dr. Gonzales was amazing and one of my favorite professors ever. His lectures in person and online are super easy to understand and guarantees that you will learn the material. Not required to go in person but it really helps hearing him explain concepts in real time instead of just his lecture videos. 100% recommend.

Amazing lectures
Lots of homework
Caring
3.0
3.0
PSY160
Grade: B+
Oct 30, 2024

Professor Gonzales' class is a mixed bag. The lectures can be hit or miss, but using unstuck ai and the textbook helps fill the gaps. Grading is reasonable if you stay on top of the work.

5.0
1.0
PSYCA100
Grade: A
Nov 17, 2024
Would take again

Great professor! I took him for PSYCA160 and am currently taking PSYCA100. He makes everything super clear and easy to understand. Mandatory textbooks.

5.0
3.0
PSY100
Grade: B
Dec 19, 2024
Would take again

I really like this professor, he is very kind and if you are struggling he will find a way to help you. The workload is pretty average, its not an overload of work, just stay consist with it. He provides practice exams that really help you prepare for the real exam.

Amazing lectures
Caring
Respected
5.0
3.0
PSYC160
Grade: A
Jan 31, 2025
Would take again

I usually hate math and I can't understand it but I loved this class. I actually learned and I passed all of my exams. This class is easy to get an A if you put in the work. At first it can be difficult to figure some things out but just watch all the videos on the modules and it will help you throughout the class. This was my favorite class

5.0
4.0
PSY160
Grade: A-
May 17, 2025
Would take again

Prof. Gonzales was great, the lectures are super clear. He always responded to my questions really quickly, often within minutes via email. I am awful at math and I still got an A in this class. I'd take him again for sure.

5.0
3.0
PSYC160
Grade: A+
Jun 23, 2025
Would take again

Prof. Gonzales offers many extra credit opportunities—one before each exam (four in total). The workload for this class isn't bad at all and is easily manageable. He provides insightful lectures for each module, but I personally didn't utilize them often. Just be sure to read through the textbook and take in-depth notes.

EXTRA CREDIT
Clear grading criteria
5.0
1.0
PSY100
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 6, 2025
Would take again

Taking his PSYC C1000; He's just the greatest... no other way to put it

Caring
Test heavy
5.0
2.0
PSYCH100
Grade: A
Dec 10, 2025
Would take again

Professor Gonzales was incredible! He is very informative and encouraging. I took his class last fall and I still remember the impact he had on my love for psychology. His lectures are fun but also challenging, which was great as a beginner to college. He's super nice and understanding. I highly recommend this professor.

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Respected
5.0
2.0
PSYC100
Grade: B
Dec 12, 2025
Would take again

His class is very easy and I learned a lot from it as well! Definitely made me more interesting about psychology.

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PSYC160
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 15, 2025
Would take again

I'm either gonna end with an A or B in this class. Jarren provides good lectures for the current topics the class will cover. He also has videos online that you can watch on your own time about the covered topics. Tests are taken at home, usually around a 3-4 hour time limit. Multiple choice with last 4 questions being computation responses.

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Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

60%

Textbook Required

10%

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