4.6

Jeffrey Nicholas

Psychology - Bridgewater State University

4.6
Quality
2.7
Difficulty
88%
Would Retake
161
Reviews
4.6
Quality
2.7
Difficulty
4.6
Helpful
4.7
Clarity

88%

Would Retake

161

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Rating Distribution
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What Students Say

“This man is amazing and the best professor I've had in my 7 years of college hands down”

PSYCSTATISTICS - 5.0 rating

“There also isn't a final”

PSYC100 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

76%

Textbook Required

50%

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95% confidence
Based on 46 grades
Most common grades:
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Grade Distribution
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Based on 54 reported grades
A: 13
A-: 11
B+: 9
B: 7
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Graded by few things (15)
Caring (14)
Clear grading criteria (12)
Respected (10)
Hilarious (10)
Test heavy (9)
Gives good feedback (8)
Skip class? You won't pass. (7)
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Reviews (161)
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PY310
Nov 15, 2002

Very good lectures, very interesting and oganized. Great guy.

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PY320
Nov 15, 2002

Makes class fly by, good sense of humor

5.0
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SOCIALPSY
Nov 15, 2002

adds humor to lectures to make the class enjoyable

4.0
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PY101
Feb 10, 2003

No Comments

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PY101
Feb 13, 2003

Very interesting lectures, loves teaching and does an all around great job

5.0
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PY100
Feb 20, 2003

wicked funny

5.0
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PSY101
Feb 21, 2003

class is interesting

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PY100
Feb 21, 2003

Best teacher Ive ever had, funny, easy to understand, kinda difficult exams

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PSYCH
Feb 24, 2003

good teacher easy tests very funny

5.0
3.0
PY100
Feb 24, 2003

awesome guy, couldn't be better!

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PY
Feb 25, 2003

The BEST teacher EVER....I LOVE HIM!

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PY100
Feb 26, 2003

I never thought anyone could make learning so much fun. He makes it easy to take notes and passes out great study guides. With a little effort, anyone can do good. Highly recommended.

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PY
Mar 16, 2003

The best teacher @ BSC, a favorite.

5.0
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PY100
Mar 20, 2003

Excellent detail, helpful, funny. Difficult tests but alot of great review material.

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INTROPSYC
Apr 4, 2003

great guy, very fair, great class

5.0
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PY100
Apr 11, 2003

awsome teacher! best in his department! easy if you take notes and listen in class..hes soo funny!

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PY100
Apr 11, 2003

DR. NICHOLAS IS VERY OGRANIZED DURING LECTURE WHICH MAKES IT EASY EASY ON THE STUDENTS. HE IS SIMPLY THE BEST AROUND.

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PY101
Apr 11, 2003

Excellent excellent teacher. Really good course, I learned a lot, even considered majoring in psych. He says on the first day that his class will be one of the best ones you ever take, and he's right! Tests are all multiple choice.

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PY101
Apr 15, 2003

I recommend him to everyone! Possibly the best class I've ever taken simply because of how great a professor he is!

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PY100
Apr 16, 2003

He's a favorite...makes class fun and interesting. Gives study guides...need to study for tests but he makes it so if u put the effort in you should do well. You won't regret taking him.

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PY100
Apr 22, 2003

Great teacher. Very clear, gives great examples of psych. terms used, multiple choice tests, very clear notes.know ur notes + u're fine for the tests.The class is interesting, there is no homework, no papers.Definately take psych. with this guy.

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PY100
Apr 23, 2003

love this class, so energetic and enthusiastic! you can tell he loves what he does...studying is a must, but you will do fine if you put in at least an hour before the test...would gladly take another class with him

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PY101
May 13, 2003

Not a bad teacher. Doesnt caare if you come to class.. Tests are decent as long as you do the study guide.

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PY201
Oct 27, 2003

Dr. Nick is awesome - he makes a hard class understandable. With this Stats class he has strict attendance but do the problems he assigns and you'll do fine. Definatly will take him again.

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STATS
Oct 28, 2003

prof nicholas makes stats understandable and he always makes sure everyone understands! Awesome teacher

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PY100
Nov 5, 2003

DR. NICK IS SO COOL VERY DOWN TO EARTH. I THOUGHT PSYCHOLOGY WAS GOING TO BE VERY HARD, BUT HE MAKES IT SO INTERESTING TO MY KNOWLEDGE AND ITS A KEEPER. HOPEFULLY HELL KEEP TEACHING CAUSE WE NEED TEACHERS LIKE HIM!! sHOULD EARN A RAISE$$$

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PY310201
Nov 17, 2003

He was awesome for social psych, funny and friendly but this semester he isn't as nice, he's gotten to be a much harder grader, and isn't as friendly. He does make stats seem very easy though as long as u show up and do all the work.

5.0
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STATS
Nov 17, 2003

Easy statistics class. He takes everything really slow (a little too slow if you've taken Stats before). But slow is def. better than too fast...he is funny too, makes the class honestly laugh

5.0
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STATS
Nov 27, 2003

If you have to take stats - take him! HE teaches it very clearly and slowly so that you understand and get a good grade!!

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PY201
Nov 29, 2003

Dr. Nick is the best. He teaches stats so that I understand it. He expects alot from you but if you keep up with it then you'll do fine. He makes class enjoyable and can always make us laugh. We need more teachers like him at BSC

5.0
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STATS
Dec 10, 2003

Great stats. prof...goes really slow and makes the material understandable.....a lot of homework problems but you do one a night and you have to go to class otherwise you'll be lost

5.0
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INTRO2PSYC
Dec 29, 2003

Dr.Nicholas is by the far the best teacher ever.He teaches very well and makes everything understandable.He's very hot too.His tests are difficult,so u must study for a very long time but gradually since he gives out study guides on the first day of class

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PY
May 7, 2004

Great professor. He makes the material easier than it really is and makes it interesting. The tests were open notebook, but were not easy, you still had to study. Hes funny too.

5.0
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PY310
May 13, 2004

He is a great professor who is super dedicated to his students. He's funny and makes class enjoyable.

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PY310
May 16, 2004

Wicked nice guy, will always make you laugh in class.My class didnt have a book so he let us use open notes for test and i still got never got above a 80 on the exams...they are tough you really need to know the material.

5.0
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PY
Jul 11, 2004

If you pay attention to the concepts and not the labels of them...then it is a very easy class. He has a great sense of humor and boyish good looks, which makes attending his class a pleasure and not a task.

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PY
Aug 4, 2004

I had Nichols for a few classes. He is tough with his tests, but he is very helpful in class. He knows what he is talking about and makes the class go by fast with lots of explanations and examples. His classes are interesting. Hard tests

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PSYCHOFLEARN
Dec 14, 2004

Tough Tests, BEWARE, with this class comes great amounts of studying and effort, although you are not required to go to class, YOU SHOULD I want to be a teacher and I found this class very helpful, he's a really nice guy too just make sure you can put in the effort. Study hard he makes his own exams

5.0
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STATS
Dec 15, 2004

TAKE HIM FOR STATS! Its probably the easiest A i have gotten my whole 3 years in college! I stink at math but hes such a good professor that u easiliy learn the material! I AM NOT KIDDING! TAKE HIM FOR STATS!

4.0
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PSYCHOFLEARN
Grade: A
Dec 21, 2004

his tests suck! and the class is wicked boring.

5.0
3.0
PSCHLEARN
Jan 30, 2005

He is such a nice guy and a great teacher, I loved his class, but his tests are hard.

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STATS
Mar 9, 2005

very cool dude!...nice guy, and funny, too...a bit of a flirt with the ladies, but that's ok in my book...i'd do the same if i faced all those cuties everyday...sometimes he gets answers wrong to his own problems, but it's worked out, later in class....no biggie....just watch for his mistakes.

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STATSOFPSYC
Apr 23, 2005

Nice guy, and a subject like stats which most people dred he makes very clear. The one draw back though is he doesn't give 100s. On the Mid-Term I got everything right, and got a 95/100. I asked what I got wrong and he said "nothing, I don't give hundreds, U don't know everything" Thats BS right?

5.0
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PY201
May 4, 2005

i dreaded taking this class, but he explained everything and actually cared that we understood. i can actually say that i understand statistics

5.0
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PY100
Jul 13, 2005

He is an awsome proffessor!! You will lear so much from this man, and he is always willing to help you with anything. He responds well to e-mails also.

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PSY
Aug 6, 2005

The best teacher I have ever had!!

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PSYCH
Aug 31, 2005

he made learning sooooo easy and fun. i love teachers like that!

5.0
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PSYCHOLOGY100
Sep 19, 2005

he is probably the best teacher i have

5.0
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PSYC101
Grade: A-
Nov 4, 2005

awesome prof. made things so clear. awesome study guides. easy going guy, funny, and a really good teacher- def take him- prob one of the best teachers i've had here

5.0
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PSYC201
Dec 20, 2005

Great professor - one of the best I have had. He is funny and easy going. He makes sure you understand the material and provides practice problems that REALLY help if you do them. I know Stats can be intimidating but once you sit in Dr. Nick's class you will see that Stats can be fun. Take him for this class...you will be glad you did!

5.0
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STATS
Dec 28, 2005

This guy is a teacher first before anything else. Some have the degree and assume they can teach. Not the case w/Dr. Nick. DO NOT take Stats. with anyone other than him, especially if you have mathophobia. I hate math, but actually enjoyed doing stats! Love this guy! I'm looking forward to taking as many classes with him as I can!

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SOCIALPSYCH
Apr 12, 2006

He is awesome, he made the class interesting. He is a funny guy and gives great examples so you understand the material better. Tests are tough but if you study your notes you will be fine. 3 exams no papers. I would def. take him again.

5.0
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STATS
May 11, 2006

He is an amazing professor! This was my second time taking stats and i didn't understand at all before, but with him i understand it completely. If you're terrified of taking stats take it with him. Its worth it! Its amazing. I def. recommend him!

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PSYC404
May 12, 2006

Awesome professor! He is the best in the psych department! He explains things very clearly, is available for questions and to review your work, and is a fair grader. Take him for any class you can, especially stats and attitude measurement!

5.0
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PSYC320
Dec 29, 2006

He's the best. Take him for everything he teaches. Very nice! Just do the work and you'll do fine.

5.0
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PSYC201
Apr 9, 2007

He is an awesome guy. He is really funny and he is the only reason why I passed stats. He isn't easy, but he explains everything and is willing to help you. If you haven't taken stats I totally recommend him.

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PSYC344
Aug 29, 2007

Strictly by the book.I got an 89.7 average and received a B+. This was an online course, he was very reachable throughout the course. Great teacher and very helpful and understanding. Willing to help if you are putting the work into the class. I have taken 4 classes with him. Highly recommended.

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PSYC320
Dec 13, 2007

Very difficult grader; pretty much doesn't give A's. Incredibly knowledgeable and willing to help, gives good examples and summaries. Points out the important points so as long as you pay attention you'll be fine.

5.0
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PSCH360
Dec 28, 2007

He is a really good teacher. I took him for research methods, and got a B. He explians everything well and if you attend class and take notes you should do really well in this class. take him!!

5.0
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PSYC320
Jan 27, 2008

Take him! I had him for 2 classes last semester and he is my favorite teacher at BSC. His tests are challenging, but he tells you exactly whats on them so as long as you study you'll be fine. He's really nice and makes the class fun and it goes by fast. I got an A in both classes. Take him if you can!

5.0
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PSYC404
Jan 27, 2008

Great professor! The class seems intimidating the first day, but stick with it! It's not as hard as he makes it seem. Just a midterm and a final attitude paper. No book, so he does take attendance everyday, but its a good class to go to, he makes it interesting. If you're a serious psych major def take it!

5.0
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PSYC100
Apr 23, 2008

Definitely the best professor I've had so far... he makes the class interesting & funny, so I'm actually excited to go to this class. It's not the easiest, but as long as you study for the tests and go to class you'll be fine. I definitely advise you to take his classes!

5.0
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PSYCH000
Jul 15, 2008

well, to start he is not only very knowledgable, but he is extremely good to look at too ;)Great guy, funny as hell.

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PSYC310
Oct 30, 2008

Nicholas is the "Gold Standard" for what a college professor should be. Never in my college career have I actually wanted class to CONTINUE at the bell. He is a busy guy and a HARD grader, but he is generous and quite the comedian. He is able to take very abstract concepts and relate them to everyday events. This course is a "must take" at BSC.

3.0
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PSYC310
Nov 7, 2008

funny guy and gives good examples that relate to the material. never references the text (i have not even taken my book out of the plastic wrap to be honest). the only forms of grades are three tests. does not offer extra credit. tests are much too wordy for multiple choice. overall nice guy, but this wasnt the best class.

3.0
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PSYC310
Nov 7, 2008

funny guy and gives good examples that relate to the material. never references the text. the only forms of grades are three tests. does not offer extra credit. overall nice guy, but this wasnt the best class.

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PSY310
Jan 19, 2009

His lectures are great except he only explains 50% of what is on the tests, so u definitely need to study the text for a good grade. Funny, likeable guy.

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PSYC310
Jan 19, 2009

Interesting class. Scarastic funny kind of guy. Grades you on 3 tests and their hard. They barely pertain to what you learn in class. No extra credit and not very helpful. Everything is on powerpoint. I barely opened the book.

5.0
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HUMANDIFF
Apr 3, 2009

I love him! What a great professor. I had him for an online class as well as a regular course and he was amazing. If you read the chapters and do the study guide its really an easy A. He constantly is sending reminders via email for what is due and offers easy tutorials that amount to an exam grade. If I could I would take him again in a heartbeat.

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PSYCH101
May 26, 2009

Great guy..Go to class and take notes. Also his tests seem to be half lecture half book so do what he tells you to do and you will be good.

5.0
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PSYCH350
Aug 30, 2009

Did the 5 week summer course and it was fairly demanding. There are 10 Mandatory Exams with 20 questions but only cover one chapter. They are very detailed though and require your understanding, and application of the subject. Voluntary assignments can be done to earn more points. Overall I learned a lot and would recommend him.

5.0
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PSYCSTAT
Dec 10, 2009

Awesome teacher! Practice problems assigned every night for homework at your own discretion, however, it is best if you do them because you will have trouble with the exams otherwise. He is a nice guy who knows how to keep his class entertained and involved at 8AM. Would take him again!

3.0
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SOCPSYC
Dec 18, 2009

Out of all the psyc profs I've had, he's the only one I wouldn't take again. He's nice but he's kind of lazy and won't do anything extra to help students improve their grade. The whole grade is based on 2 tests and a final that he words the questions so they're ridiculously hard to understand

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SOCIPSYC
Dec 21, 2009

He's a funny guy and makes the class entertaining. You can do well on the tests if you study, but I wish that the final grade wasn't only based on your tests.

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3.0
STATS201
Apr 5, 2010

took stats w him , he'll tell you the first day he knows his s... he does. take him

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PSYCH201
Apr 20, 2010

Psych majors NEED this class to graduate---take it w/him. Go to class, take notes & DO PRACTICE PROBLEMS. 3 cum. exams. Attendance mandatory, Don't need the book. He makes class interactive, fun, (and stats bearable. ) 1 of the best professors I've had at BSC. (Also let's you use calculators and gives you shortcuts that other prof's. don't!

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PSYC201
Jun 10, 2011

Make life easy on yourself and take him for Stats...He is funny and really wants everyone to succeed, makes the material easy to understand and I suck at math! Grade is based on 3 tests, practice problems nightly and attendance, as he says if you follow his prescription you will do well in his class! TAKE HIM!!

5.0
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PSYCH320
Nov 6, 2011

Second time ive taken a class with him! He is a seriously awesome professor and really knows how to make learning easy for his students. Final grades are based on 2 lab reports, a midterm and attendance.... not hard to accomplish with this professor!

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PSYC201
Nov 26, 2011

Excelent teacher. This class is a lot of work. But, if you do the work you will learn satistics. I thought my chances in this class were low of passing. Now this is my favorite class I look forward to it. He assigns homework every night, but it is the key to success. This is the way to learn statistics. You will learn it.

5.0
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PSYC100
Apr 8, 2012

TAKE HIS ONLINE CLASS! so easy you will get an A in the class. read the chapter.. not aka all answers are on google. there only 13 quiz and thats it! one quiz a week.. so easy its like im not even taken a class thats how easy... easy A too! online all the way(:

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PSYCH201
Apr 17, 2012

He is the best professor! He makes everything clear to the students and really cares about each of us. I took his class last semester and I am taking another one over the summer. I feel comfortable in his class because he does anything to make his students learn and pass. Great Professor!

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PSYC201
Apr 18, 2012

TAKE THIS CLASS WITH HIM! I did miserably the first time I took this class and now I'll probably get a B. He's NOT easy and you have to do the work, but you WILL learn stats with him. He wants nothing more than to see his students succeed and will do whatever he can do help you. Loved him so much I'm taking him for research methods too.

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PSYC320
May 10, 2012

Dr Nicholas is very nice and helpful. There isn't alot of work giving each class, but a major lab report due at the end of the semester, and of course the midterm and final. The key to the class is to learn how to do a lab report, and to go over some statistics again. He makes sure students understand everything,I would definately take him again!

5.0
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STATS201
May 18, 2012

I have never been a math person and I was afraid of this class. He is so a good stats teacher it was like magic watching him. Homework every single night and Tests were all cumulative, but I truley learned the matierail. Amazing expereince.

5.0
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PSYC100
Jun 20, 2012

Awesome professor. Really engages you in his lectures; they're all PowerPoint and yet they're all really interesting. Great examples and the textbook is really helpful. Do the work and you'll get the grade you want, like any other class. Very enjoyable and very helpful.

4.0
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PSYC100
Jun 28, 2012

Took him for an online summer class. Total of 2 chapters to study each week along with 2 exams. No papers, No HW, No forums. Do the reading and you'll do ok. Well worth it.

5.0
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PSYCH201
Sep 5, 2012

Awesome take him even if you are not good at stats you will do well..hes an awesome teacher!

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PSYC320
Oct 24, 2012

Take Professor Nicholas. Best professor I have ever had. Makes sure you understand the concepts not just how to answer a test question. Incrediblly considerate & willing to help you succeed. I highly recommend him! Not only will you learn a lot, you will have a good time in class! Definitely don't mind having him at 8am. He makes you want to learn

5.0
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PSYC201
Dec 26, 2012

There was something about his personality that didn't click with me. I also didn't like his grading methods; as a math professor, he assigned what he thought you should get rather than what your numerical grade actually would be on the test. Nevertheless, I say take him- you'll use calculators, & you'll learn no prob!

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PSYC201
Apr 17, 2013

Hands down best professor I have ever had at this school. He truly cares about his students and makes sure that everyone understands everything. He is also very funny and makes class enjoyable, you'll never find yourself wanting to skip! TAKE HIM!

5.0
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STATS
Apr 29, 2013

If you're having second thoughts about taking Dr. Nicholas, squash them! He's amazing I absolutely suck at everything math and he made me like statistics. Take him, 100%.

5.0
2.0
PSYC100
May 12, 2013

Easy class, web/class hybrid. Great teacher, really cares about you. Never skipped. Always made the class really interesting. Tests were hard, but passable. Would take classes with him again in a heart beat. Just a nice guy.

5.0
2.0
PSYC201
May 14, 2013

Take him for stats! Don't let the fact that the grade is 100% tests scare you away. Very fair grader. Shows you shortcuts with the TI 30 calculator that make life much easier. Took this class with Dr. Morse & got a D, took Dr. Nicholas and got a B+. Dr. Nicholas is crystal clear and does not teach unnecessary material like Morse just what you need.

4.0
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PSYC100
May 17, 2013

Took his web hybrid but we met once a week so only 14 classes. SO SIMPLE! All you have to do is read the chapter and take a quiz each week quiz is graded on complete/incomplete instead of score so all you have to do is take it and you get a perfect score There were 2 multiple choice exams that were tricky but fair if you study. Take him, he's great

5.0
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PSY781
Jul 13, 2013

I took his graduate level Personnel Selection and Placement class at Salem State. The class was a good learning experience, especially through the group project he had us work on. He has a true concern that the students are learning and made himself available after class. I also appreciated the thoroughness of his feedback on submitted work.

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PSYCH201
Jul 25, 2013

Dr. Nicholas was one of the best professors I have ever taken. I am horrible at math but he honestly cares about his students and makes it easy to understand. I completely recommend taking Dr. Nicholas!

5.0
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PSYCSTATISTICS
Nov 24, 2013

He likes to brag about how he's a really good professor, and the truth is, he should. This man is amazing and the best professor I've had in my 7 years of college hands down. TAKE A CLASS WITH HIM. He cares about every student individually and his teaching methods are life-changing. One a day, every day. You'll get it if you take him.

5.0
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PSYC201
Grade: B
Nov 25, 2013

One of Bridgewaters BEST! Do not take anyone else for Stats! He makes this class fun and interesting!

5.0
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PSY100
Dec 4, 2013

I really enjoyed this class. It was a little difficult because it was only one day a week but overall I feel like he was the perfect person to teach this class. You can tell that he really enjoys his job and he is always willing to help.

5.0
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PSYC320
Dec 24, 2013

He's a really funny guy and a great teacher. I think most research methods classes make you do a big project/paper/presentation but all we had to do was a few easy hw assignments and a midterm and a final. Easy to get a good grade too

5.0
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PSYC344
Jan 22, 2014

I learned so much in this class! The professor doesn't actually give much instruction, you read about thirty pages a week and then take a short quiz. The book was so clear and interesting though I probably would have continued reading it without the quizzes, definitely recommend taking Drugs and Human Behavior with him if you get the chance!

5.0
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PSYC100
Mar 29, 2014

Fantastic Professor, I absolutely love his lectures. He is very helpful and grades are more than fair. He gives you an extra credits for only participating in research, which you have to participate anyway to get this course complete. You will enjoy classes itself. His sense of humor is absolutely awesome! Take the class, you’ll not regret it.

5.0
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PSYC100
Mar 30, 2014

He is awesome. His exams are so straightforward. If you study, you will definitely pass. No trick questions. He is very fair, but expects you to put in the work. Highly recommend him. Looking for more courses he teaches.

5.0
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PSYC100
Apr 6, 2014

Definitely recommend this class online if you have a busy schedule. I work full-time and Psychology is not my major, but I needed more credits. Online you are only required to take 13 exams and he drops the lowest quiz grade. There also isn't a final. Very straightforward professor. Highly recommend!

4.0
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INTROPSYCH
Grade: C+
Jan 23, 2015

the class was alright, sometimes very boring. I had him for an inter web, like half online class . I wish that he gave better examples so that the tests would be more understandable. It's an olay class if you just need to credits but if you actually want to learn about psych then I wouldn't recomend him.

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PSYCH201
May 4, 2015

Great class. He has his own method of teaching the class and it really works! I would definitely take more classes with him. Interacts with students, really wants you to learn and helps as much as he can. If you do the practice problems each night that he gives you and go to class it's a easy A because you will know the material.

5.0
2.0
STATS
Grade: B
May 31, 2015

Best professor in the PSY department; TAKE HIM FOR STATS!

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PSY100
Grade: A-
Jan 31, 2016

He's a great professor, he explained everything very well. His testing was confusing. Some answers or write others were more right but besides that he is extremely friendly and helpful.

5.0
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PSYCH201
Grade: B
May 11, 2016

One of the best professors I've ever had. He's lectures are very easy to follow along with. If you are struggling he is always available to help you. He explains statistics in a way that is really easy to understand, even if you aren't necessarily good at math. I would recommend everyone take him if they get the chance!

5.0
2.0
PSYC201
Grade: A-
Dec 13, 2016
Would take again

Seriously don't bother taking stats with ANYONE ELSE. Nicholas makes stats easy to understand. Always makes sure everyone knows what's going on before moving on. Only THREE tests all semester, SO DO GOOD. Assigns one practice problem every day for homework.

Respected
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
Caring
5.0
1.0
PSYC344
Grade: A-
Jan 18, 2017
Would take again

I took Online Drugs and Behavior with him. So easy. If you need an easy A with extremely little work effort, take this class. 1 online 25 multiple choice exam a week. Thats it (Exams are not timed either). If you want to thoroughly learn about this subject (it is really interesting) I would probably see if he offered it in class instead of online.

Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
PSYC201
Grade: B+
Apr 10, 2017
Would take again

I HIGHLY recommend this professor! I was insanely nervous going into a STATS class considering I don't pick up on math very easily, but Nicholas makes the class so uplifting and fun and very easy to understand! his gives all the right resources and genuinely wants his students to learn and know the material. he makes it easy to pass!

Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
PSYC201
Grade: B-
May 22, 2017
Would take again

Dr. Nicholas is defiantly one of the best professors at Bridgewater! Stat is not the easiest to understand but his teaching techniques makes it doable. You wont regret taking his class!

Respected
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
3.0
PSYC201
Grade: B+
Jun 1, 2017
Would take again

He is one of the BESTTT professor at the Psych Department. I took stats with him and i really enjoyed the class. Im taking drugs and human behavior online with him in the fall. I highly recommend him.

Respected
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
2.0
PSYC201
Grade: A-
Sep 6, 2017
Would take again

Loved him, funny and great teacher

Hilarious
TEST HEAVY
2.0
3.0
PSYC344
Grade: B
Dec 12, 2017
Wouldn't take again

I ususally get A's in all my classes, but I got a B in Drugs and Human Behavior online with him. Never emailed us once, only gave weekly tests. If you're not good at tests, don't take him. There's no other grading criteria for anyone better with written assignments, or attendance, or any extra credit. So lame.

Clear grading criteria
TEST HEAVY
Tests are tough
5.0
3.0
PSYCH320
Grade: A-
Jan 23, 2018
Would take again

Hilarious guy and even better teacher

Respected
Hilarious
TEST HEAVY
5.0
3.0
PSYC100
Grade: A
May 14, 2018
Would take again

Excellent Professor

Inspirational
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
3.0
PSYC320
May 18, 2018
Would take again

Professor Nicholas is one of the best professor at BSU! He's extremely helpful and will go out of his way to make sure that you understand the material. No surprises on the exams, straight from the class material and he does a great review session before each exam.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Clear grading criteria
5.0
1.0
PSYC344
Grade: B
Jun 25, 2018
Would take again

Dr. Nicholas was by far one of the easiest and most straight forward online classes I've ever had. I took his class over the summer, 2 tests a week for 5 weeks. Most of the questions are online via Quizlet and some you do need to look for in the textbook. All in all, great class, would definitely recommend.

Get ready to read
TEST HEAVY
5.0
2.0
PSYC344
Grade: A
Jun 25, 2018
Would take again

This class was very straight forward! 2 tests a week for 5 weeks, extremely easy and answers can be found on quizlet! This was a great course, I would take it again! I would recommend Dr. Nicholas for psychology courses. So good I'm taking him for PSYC310!!

Clear grading criteria
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
5.0
3.0
PSY100
Sep 28, 2018
Would take again

Really a great guy. Entertaining to listen to and makes ideas easy to understand. Just make sure you take good notes in class, as they'll come in handy later. I look forward to possibly taking a class with him again!

Get ready to read
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Hilarious
5.0
2.0
PSYC100
May 2, 2019
Would take again

I would definitely recommend professor Nicholas because he makes class enjoyable and easy to follow. He is hilarious, caring and I can tell how passionate he is about psychology. Only graded on 1 quiz a week and 3 exams, if you take good notes and study professor Nicholas makes it easy.

Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
PSYC344
Grade: A
May 13, 2019
Would take again

Class is all online tests, need the book to reference. Most answers are on quiz let.

Test heavy
5.0
4.0
PSYC201
Jun 9, 2019
Would take again

Professor Nicholas gives three cumulative exams and those three things plus participation are the only things you are graded on. However, his teaching style and use of practice exams make this usually difficult class an easy one. He teaches his students well and respects every one of them.

Caring
Gives good feedback
Graded by few things
5.0
4.0
PSYC201
Grade: B+
Feb 18, 2020
Would take again

Honestly, probably the best professor I've ever had. BUT he's a tough grader so it's really important that you check your work because one mistake could cost you an A. Awesome guy, funny and understanding of the fact that Math is hard. Follow his "prescription" and you'll do fine!

Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
4.0
1.0
PSYC344
Grade: A
May 5, 2020
Would take again

I took this professor for Drugs & Human Beh. & Stats. One of the best professors at BSU & is super funny, but is not a pushover so give him the respect he deserves. His packets made homework likable (never thought I'd say that during my College experience, but he'll convince you to push yourself to be your best).

Gives good feedback
Respected
Caring
5.0
3.0
PSYC201
Grade: B+
May 26, 2020
Would take again

One practice problem per day is his key to success and it works. That's the only homework, then theres a few tests and attendance. He's a great professor, and if you do the practice problems like he asks you're almost guaranteed to do great. He made stats understandable

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
4.0
1.0
PSYC344
Grade: B+
Jul 12, 2020
Would take again

I took this class over the summer. So there were two tests per week for five weeks. Those are the only assignments over the semester. Im not the best at testing. Overall easy class

Test heavy
1.0
5.0
PSYC201
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Nov 14, 2020
Wouldn't take again

DO. NOT. TAKE. STATS. WITH. HIM. I've never been taught math like this, and for the whole 15 week semester there's only 3 exams. No HW, no quizzes, no participation, no makeups/extra credit. Doesn't even do zoom lectures. I'm sure he's great in a normal school setting, but do not take his course online. He sets his students up to fail.

5.0
3.0
PSYC201
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 17, 2020
Would take again

DON'T take him if u slack when u have freedom. Only 3 things graded which are just exams. No zooms, no homework. He posts vids, learning guides & practice problems each week that are NOT required or graded so if u fall behind & wing the test u will regret it. Great professor for ppl who can manage their time and do the work if thats u take him.

Graded by few things
Caring
5.0
5.0
PSY201
Grade: A-
Dec 27, 2020
Would take again

I hated this guy in into but I understood stats because of him. Hes challenging but brilliant, not that I would tell him to his face because he has a bit of an ego. If your bad at math and willing to work he will work with you to make sure you understand. Really great guy and really glad I took his class

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
2.0
PSYC344
Grade: Not sure yet
Mar 3, 2021
Would take again

This class does have a lot of online exams that you have a week to take, which are very easily completed if you keep up with chapter readings. Course is extremely well organized and professor has amazing communication for an online course. Definitely take him. It's only the middle of the semester for me and I had to leave a great review!!

Gives good feedback
Test heavy
Caring
5.0
3.0
PSYC201
Grade: A
Apr 14, 2021
Would take again

Professor Nicholas is a great professor for statistics. I was terrible at stats in high school, but Ive done well in his class so far! You are only graded on 3 exams during the semester, but if you study and do all the practice problems you will pass.

Accessible outside class
Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
PSYC201
Grade: A
May 20, 2021
Would take again

I highly recommend Dr. Nicholas. He has clear instructions on doing well. Keep up the the practice problems, make sure you listen to his lectures and you will do well. He is very good at responding to questions, knowledgeable and teaches the subject matter very well.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
PSYC201
Grade: B+
Jun 8, 2021
Would take again

Professor Nicholas is the best professor! His method for teaching, communicating, preparing material for the class surpasses any other professor I have taken. He understands how to teach, really teach which sounds ridiculous but not many do. My only complaint is I wish he taught more classes. A real asset to the University.

Inspirational
Graded by few things
Caring
5.0
2.0
PSYC201
Grade: A
Dec 19, 2021
Would take again

I normally hate any kind of math class, but I really enjoyed Professor Nicholas' Stats for Psychology class. He really made the subject matter easy to understand, and went over steps as much as we needed. The overall grade was made up of three exams, so that means STUDY!! Failing his class just means you probably aren't doing any work.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Graded by few things
Hilarious
4.0
2.0
PSYC201
Grade: A
Dec 21, 2021
Would take again

EASY class because he goes super slow. Homework is "mandatory" but isn't really because he never looks at it or talks about it. Ever so slightly arrogant , but it is what it is. I would take another class with him again.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Graded by few things
Test heavy
5.0
2.0
PSYCH
Grade: A
Apr 5, 2022
Would take again

Dr. Nicholas is an awesome professor who really wants his students to succeed! I have take psych stats, research methods 2, drugs and human behavior, and industrial/organizational psych with him and received an A. If you come to class, read the book, and do the work, you're going to do well in his class.

Test heavy
2.0
3.0
PSY201
Apr 27, 2022

He is an okay professor but can be difficult at times. It is important to do the practice problems and study for the tests. I did not enjoy his classes but he is good at teaching and helping you understand the material.

Clear grading criteria
Lots of homework
Graded by few things
5.0
3.0
PSY201
Grade: A-
Aug 13, 2022
Would take again

If you're going to take this class, I highly suggest this professor. I had failed this class last year with a whopping 42... decided a 5 week summer class was the way to go! Nervous and ready to try again, professor Nicholas was amazing with his YouTube videos and homework practice problems are KEY to learning and mastering each weeks work!

Amazing lectures
Lecture heavy
Online Savvy
5.0
3.0
PSY201
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 8, 2022
Would take again

Im not really a math person so I don't really enjoy it that much but Professor Nicholas definitely made me enjoy it a lot more. He gives at home practice problems for you to do at home and those are super helpful in succeeding in the class. I definitely would take him again as a professor if he is offered!

Gives good feedback
Caring
Respected
3.0
1.0
PSYC344
Grade: A+
Jan 9, 2023

He is a good professor, but in this particular class, I wouldn't say I liked how he taught it. It was an easy A but with a lack of knowledge. I wouldn't say I liked it.

3.0
3.0
PSY201
Grade: B-
May 1, 2023
Would take again

Very funny guy, good at explaining things, and his class was not bad to sit through, although he can come across as a bit arrogant. There are only 3 tests that make up your grade. There is no homework, extra credit, or anything else that contributes to your grade. So, if you are a bad test taker I would recommend not taking this class with him.

Test heavy
5.0
3.0
PSYCSTATISTICS
Grade: A-
Nov 15, 2023
Would take again

I took Stats with Professor Nicholas. He explains the material in a wonderful way. I was SO SCARED of this class but he made it so much easier. You have to do the homework and you have to study, but he provides all the tools you need to do well. You need to be willing to learn & listen, & if you are- you WILL do well. Wonderful class, A+ professor.

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Accessible outside class
4.0
3.0
PSY201
Grade: A+
Jan 29, 2024
Would take again

This was a hybrid course. All of the material was learned at home via video lectures, and we would come to class so he could see how we are doing with the content. Math comes very easy to me, so this was not a challenge. However, I can imagine this type of teaching may be difficult for some.

Graded by few things
Accessible outside class
5.0
1.0
PSY201
Grade: C+
Feb 29, 2024
Would take again

I am terrible at math but he made class very easy and understandable. He had many resources in and outside class. He didn't require much and didn't give homework. Definitely take his class.

Gives good feedback
Caring
Accessible outside class
5.0
1.0
PSY100
Grade: A-
May 3, 2024
Would take again

Very easy class, consisted of a weekly exam and a chapter of the textbook, and if needed a YouTube video to follow. As long as you read and prepare for the exams it is an easy class. There was no final exam and there was a total of 25 q's on each exam. I would take him again if needed in the future!

Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
Test heavy
5.0
2.0
PSY201
Grade: B+
Oct 24, 2024
Would take again

Prof Nicholas is a great teacher! He truly wants students to succeed and actually understand the content of his course. He is the only teacher who taught how to actually use the functions on a calculator. There are only three exams for the whole course and this makes up your whole grade. Do the practice tests, show up, and you will be fine!

4.0
3.0
PSY201
Grade: B
Nov 6, 2024
Would take again

Professor Nicholas has a clear teaching style that takes some getting used to, but if you put in the work with the practice problems and study aids like Unstuck AI, you'll learn a lot. Not the easiest class, but manageable if you engage with the material.

2.0
4.0
PSY201
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 18, 2024

Easily one of the worst professors I've had at BSU. Sexist, ableist, homophobic. You're only graded by 3 exams over the whole semester (exam one, midterm, and final.) The work just felt like busy work. Did not pass the class, so have to take it again, but will not be taking it with him.

Graded by few things
5.0
1.0
PSY201
Grade: A
Dec 23, 2024
Would take again

Dr. Nicholas is a great professor with clear standards that are easily achievable. Do the practice problems and show up to class and you won't have a problem. Only grades are 3 exams but he lets you retake 1 at the end of the semester if you want to.

Clear grading criteria
Graded by few things
5.0
1.0
PSY201
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 1, 2025
Would take again

I highly suggest Professor Nicholas for this course. If you are or are not a math person, you will still love and excel in this class. He provides you with everything you need to succeed in this course from videos to practice problems.

Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
Graded by few things
5.0
3.0
PSY201
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 9, 2025
Would take again

My favorite professor! Class is mandatory but he genuinely cares so much about each student. he explains everything in depth and will go over anything you need. There is only 3 assignments though, 2 exams and a final but you have practice tests so if you pay attention you will do good.

3.0
4.0
STATSOFPSYC
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
May 11, 2025

decent teacher but class is graded on just exams. if you are bad at math and not a good test taker, do not take his class. .

Tough grader
Graded by few things
5.0
3.0
PSY201
Grade: A
May 19, 2025
Would take again

TAKE HIM FOR STATS! He is such a great professor especially if you are not super confident in math.

Hilarious
Caring
Graded by few things
5.0
2.0
PSY201
Grade: A
May 23, 2025
Would take again

Take stats with him!!! He explains everything in such a simple, easy to understand way. Even though your grade only consists of 3 exams, he gives plenty of practice problems so you're able to keep yourself refreshed on the topics. I would recommend him to anyone!

5.0
3.0
PSYC101
Grade: B+
May 30, 2025
Would take again

By far the best math teacher I have ever had. I hate math & struggle with this subject. This professor will go over everything step-by-step, practice problems & calculator. The practice tests are just like the real ones. No homework! He will actually help you & is very caring.

Hilarious
Caring
Graded by few things
5.0
3.0
PSYCH201
Grade: B
Dec 10, 2025
Would take again

This class is really difficult, but he made it so much more attainable. You HAVE to do the practice problems, study, and get help, and you will pass! He is so calm and you can tell he is very intelligent. No questions were ever stupid in his class.

Amazing lectures
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
PSYC201
Grade: B+
Dec 14, 2025
Would take again

Only graded by 3 exams and nothing else. He expects you to be responsible for the course content and if you aren't, you won't do well. His course layout is exemplary and if you match that commitment with your own effort, you'll be fine.

Amazing lectures
Graded by few things
Accessible outside class
5.0
2.0
PSYCH201
Grade: A-
Dec 16, 2025
Would take again

I have never been good at math but did very good in this class. Only graded on 3 exams but he does lots to help prepare I recommend going to class because his lectures are very informative. He has practice problems on blackboard that aren't graded but are very helpful. The calculator is a necessity! He is awesome and awesome for this specific class

Amazing lectures
Caring
Graded by few things
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