4.3

Jerry Williams

Social Science - Stephen F. Austin State University

4.3
Quality
2.4
Difficulty
81%
Would Retake
84
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4.3
Quality
2.4
Difficulty
4.3
Helpful
4.3
Clarity

81%

Would Retake

84

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Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

35%

Textbook Required

20%

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B+ (3)
Grade Distribution
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Based on 19 reported grades
A+: 6
A: 5
B+: 3
B-: 2
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Reviews (84)
5.0
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SOC
May 3, 2002

He is a nice guy. Test are easy. adamant about study of freedom vs. security

5.0
1.0
SOC137
Nov 15, 2002

Great teacher, Great Attitude

5.0
1.0
SOCIOLOGY
Nov 21, 2002

sweet guy, likes when you speak up, soothing voice makes you fall asleep, easy

5.0
1.0
SOC137
Dec 4, 2002

Class was quite interesting + Dr. Wililams is a great guy.

5.0
1.0
SOC47813
Dec 7, 2002

Great prof, very helpful, intersting and classes are easy

5.0
1.0
SOC137
Dec 10, 2002

great teacher

5.0
1.0
137
Feb 7, 2003

Very Intresting, and Sexy!! Best Professor Yet!!

4.0
3.0
SOC430
Mar 4, 2003

Very much into his sociology profession. Very knowledgable about his material.

5.0
1.0
SOC137
Apr 8, 2003

Willing to work with you;easy tests;offers extra credit;no attendance policy, but it helps if you go.

5.0
2.0
SOC137
Apr 14, 2003

Good Teacher but puts u to sleep sometimes

4.0
2.0
SOC137
Apr 23, 2003

This class will open your mind. Good class to take, IMO. Class itself is pretty easy. Doesn't require attendance at all, but I suggest you go to class. Gives out decent review sheets. Should do fine.

5.0
1.0
SOC137
Jun 7, 2003

Very nice, swet and easy! I never studied for one test and got a C!

4.0
2.0
SOC137
Oct 28, 2003

Great teaching style! Lectures with an outline, makes it easy to follow and understand. Gives good test reviews and easy to-the-point tests. Answers ANY question you may have, doesn't make anyone feel inferior. Interesting criteria!

5.0
3.0
SOCIOLOGY
Nov 19, 2003

He is a great teacher and makes himself laugh. He gives you a review before every exam and the questions on the test are on the reveiw. He does lecture alot but he is a pretty cool teacher and very friendly.

5.0
1.0
SOCIO137
Nov 24, 2003

i loved this class! always a review b4 tests and he is extremely helpful. i wish he taught sociology also. I learned alot from this class and enjoyed it too.

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137
Nov 30, 2003

I do not like this class! Your grade comes strickly off of tests. There are no class assignments or anything. If you are not a good test taker, do not take him!

5.0
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SOC133
Dec 1, 2003

He is sort of boring. You will hardly get out of class early, but his lectures are useful. The test are mult. choice and T or F. He is willing to work with you if you ask for help. You are not required to read to pass his test, it is common sense really.

4.0
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SOCIOLOGY
Dec 2, 2003

The class is based upon the test so go to class, take notes and do the reviews.

5.0
2.0
SOC137
Dec 10, 2003

Good teacher, enjoyed the class, gives a review sheet for every test

5.0
1.0
SOCIOLOGY
May 6, 2004

Great Intro to Sociology!!! Dr. Williams is knowledgeable and helpful. Easy to understand. He gives you a review before the exam and if you pay attention to it there is no reason you should not pass. You can miss a few days but you should attend class.

5.0
3.0
SOC137
May 6, 2004

Very nice teacher and very easy to understand. Gives a review before each test but they don't really help.Tests are kinda tricky. If you know your notes and skim over the chapters he says are going to be on the test you'll do pretty good. Expecting an A.

3.0
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SOC137
Jul 10, 2004

Fairly good Prof. Got an A. He gives a review sheet. Test are tricky, just use common sense on the tests. Doesn't require very much studying. Lecturing is ok. It gets boring sometimes. Not a bad class.

5.0
4.0
SOC375
Aug 17, 2004

Learned alot more than I should have.

5.0
1.0
SOC137
Nov 16, 2004

great class. very helpful

5.0
2.0
SOC127
Dec 2, 2004

Hes a great teacher and hes pretty funny,when he lectures its pretty interesting, he knows alot of interesting facts. If you come to class you will pass, he always gives a review for tests and is very helpful if you have any questions.

5.0
2.0
SOC137
Dec 6, 2004

He's a great professor. He's easy if you study. His class is the most interesting class I have ever had. I actually looked foreward to each lecture.

3.0
3.0
SOC137
Dec 9, 2004

I don't know these other people are talking about the man's class is BORING! Yes, he is nice but that doesn't help your grade when it come down and around to finals. I am sure there is a better teacher out there because his notes are incomplete thoughts and his reviews don't really relate to the boo

5.0
2.0
SOC137
Dec 13, 2004

Great teacher, he is funny, and cares about his students! Spends time actually answering questions. There are LOTS of notes, but well worth the class. Gives a review sheet before every tests and goes over some questions from it the day before. I would definately recommend this professor!!

5.0
2.0
SOC139
Grade: B+
Dec 14, 2004

He is a great professor. Drops the lowest test grade..which includes the final and also has a study guide for his test.

3.0
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SOC137
Grade: A
Dec 15, 2004

Yeah sure he gives you reviews, drops a grade,gives a little extra help, and attendance doesnt count, but be prepared to walk out of class everyday feeling depressed! Class is boring, tests are hard, his notes are incomplete, and BEWARE plagerism on the research paper! study groups help!

4.0
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SOCIOLOGY137
Dec 20, 2004

His class was so interesting. You learn quite a bit of facts that make you HATE the world we live in. Anyhow, he doesn't count attendance which was bad in my case because it reflected such in my grade on one of the tests. Good teacher though, would definitely recommend. Made a B in the class.

5.0
1.0
SOC137
Jan 18, 2005

really great guy with an honest love of sociology. more than willing to help during office hours. lectures are..LECTURES! but if you're at all interested in the world you live in, you'll love this class. die-hard political views should be checked at the door.

5.0
1.0
SOC137
Apr 28, 2005

This professor is good. He will help you if you need any help with the notes or the review sheet. The test are not that hard if you do the reading, go to class, and study then it is really easy. He does give extra credit so that's a good thing. He's very friendly and VERY GOOD PROFFESSOR.

5.0
1.0
SFA101
Apr 28, 2005

Very easy... nuff said. Final was basically showing up

5.0
4.0
SOC430
May 6, 2005

Easy on lower level courses, hard on upper level. Tough, but fair. You will write your ?ss off on his upper level. Essay tests, reaction papers, and a research paper. Very helpful prof, but you will need to work very hard to earn an A.

5.0
4.0
SOC430
May 8, 2005

Well organized lecturer. This upper level course requires lots of writing and research and is for the responsible, dedicated student. Term paper requires oral presentation. Professor is available and cares about the learning experience of the student.

3.0
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SOCIALCLASS
May 11, 2005

Ok, I dont know what everyone is talking about when they say he is a good professor. Well, easy if you are his teacher pet (which he has many)Encourages conversation but as soon as you do his sidekicks (pets) jump all over you. Oh yeah 10-15 page paper due at end of semester

5.0
3.0
SOCIALCLASS
Jul 18, 2005

i love the guy. super interesting class. write a paper due at the end of the semester. you will learn a ton. 2 very small inexpensive books that if you simply skim through will help you on the tests which are straight from the notes and not the least bit complicated. interact w/ the class and do fine. just act interested. made an A.

5.0
1.0
SOC137
Jul 23, 2005

Take him whenever possible. Excellent. Class participation is key. Testing are 90% from notes. There is not a mandatory class attendance but you have to go to class to pass. Very interesting. I took the summer class and pulled a "B" and thats with only studying my notes only. I didn't even buy the text book.

5.0
3.0
SOCIOLOGY
Sep 27, 2005

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3.0
3.0
430
Oct 25, 2005

Found the class to be very boring. It was an early class & he spoke in such a soft voice it would actually make me sleepy. He's an alright teacher if you're interested in the topic. Easy A/B. I got a B and rarely went to class. Take him if you are good at writing b/c there are lots of writing assignments- like one every week or two.

5.0
2.0
SOC138
Nov 27, 2005

This class wasn't too hard and his reviews are very helpful. He does take questions from the reading material so be sure to read the book. He uses the class before a test to go over any questions about the review. If you study the review you will do fine on the test. At the end of semester if youre happy w/ur grade u dont have to take the final.

5.0
3.0
SOC137
Dec 1, 2005

Great guy. Makes a lot of connections between the material and his real life which I find interesting. Always willing to give extra help outside of class. Offers extra credit. Straight forward exams with detailed reviews. I hope I get to take him again!

5.0
2.0
INTROTOSOCIO
Dec 1, 2005

very interesting. explains things and relates them to topics and subjects that a student can understand. somewhat easy tests. attendance is not mandatory but your grades will suffer if you miss lecture and the notes.

5.0
1.0
SOCIOLOGY
Dec 12, 2005

This class was actually very easy I rarely went to class and got a B. I liked his class and it was intresting to me but it def. was hard to stay awake. I recomend this class if your good at reading the book by yourself. You must read or go to class to do good on the test. But i recoment him when i did go to class i always got a good laugh!

5.0
1.0
SOC370
Dec 16, 2005

COOL CLASS YOU WILL HAVE FUN IN ANY OF HIS CLASSES. TEST ARE EASY

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478
Dec 30, 2005

Did not like this class. Boring and you have to do alot of assignments on the side. His class is hard if you are not a sociology major. Reviews for test dont help at all. Multiple choice test with 2 essay questions.

5.0
1.0
SOC137
May 4, 2006

tests are pretty easy. he gives out review sheets and goes over any questions the class before. his lectures are very easy to grasp and he uses lots of examples, although sometimes he uses analogies that don't quite fit. no attendance policy, but he gives extra points if you attend and participate in class discussions.

5.0
1.0
SOC137
Oct 17, 2006

great professor! i enjoyed his class a lot.

5.0
2.0
SOC137
Dec 22, 2006

Dr. Williams is head of the dep. and for good reason. Knows and understands well what he is teaching. Test come pretty much off the review and he goes over it the class before. Little studying needed. Listen to the lec and take notes and you'll do fine.

5.0
1.0
SOC137
May 17, 2007

Pretty easy class I made an "A" and didnt really even study. Go to class because he gives you extra points and plus his lectures are really interesting!!

5.0
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SOC378
Dec 8, 2008

he is the chair of the sociology dept. i'm a business major and i took his class. this class was very easy for business majors to understand i recommend any business major take it. don't worry about the book you don't need it. tests come straight from the notes, and the 2 papers you have to write are very easy. very laid back professor & very nice

5.0
3.0
SOC137
Sep 11, 2010

He got me to get a second major in Sociology! He is a fantasic teacher that really gets you interested in the class. Make sure you read the book, a lot of materials come from it. Have an open mind about things. He is not from Texas and does not appreciate Texas-egos "This is the best state...their culture is weird...ect". Make sure to attend class!

3.0
3.0
SOCI137
Dec 16, 2010

interesting in class, but test normally don't resemble what he is talking about. don't ask for any extra help cause he sure want give it to you!

3.0
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SOCIO137
Apr 11, 2011

This man here...ugh! He covers what he talks about in class very vaguely but expects you to read the book as well and the information is between the lines...the lecture and book dont relate at all...he gave me a D but not because of test grades..you can make a good grade but I highly recommend taking somebody else if possible

4.0
3.0
SOC137
Dec 7, 2011

I took this class as a first semester freshman.He's not very exciting,but is a genuinely nice guy.You just have to listen and be semi interested in the subject. About a quarter into the semester he started offering review sessions where you could ask anything.He also curves the tests often.The book helps but is not the center of the curriculum.

4.0
3.0
SOC137
Apr 19, 2012

I think he's a really good professor,full of very interesting information

5.0
1.0
SOC137
May 3, 2014

He is AWESOME! i came in dreading this class and i ended up loving it go to his office and talk to him he is very understanding. I passed with an A

5.0
2.0
137
Grade: B+
Jan 7, 2015

In 2012 as a high school freshman, I took this class for dual credit. As my first college class, it seemed intimidating at first, but Dr. Williams made it so easy and so interesting. became one of my favorite classes. The assignments were easy, and the information was super interesting. We watched The Truman Show in class once. Awesome professor.

4.0
3.0
SOC137
Grade: B-
Nov 30, 2015

Dr. Williams gets his points across and his lectures are very organized and his analogies are really helpful, but he's honestly pretty boring. If Sociology is your thing, take him. He knows his stuff front and back. If you're taking it for a credit, he takes a lot of energy to pay attention to for over an hour. Tests are pretty easy.

4.0
3.0
SOC137
Grade: A+
Apr 19, 2016

Dr. Williams is a fantastic professor. I'm in my third year in college and his class has been one of my favorites so far. This course is not easy, but it's not too hard as long as you are not lazy. You'll pass as long as you study the notes and vocabulary. He is always there for you if you need assistance and he provides excellent feedback.

4.0
4.0
SOC137
Apr 25, 2016

Great guy, but...... Hard class. Boring lectures. Tests were kind of weird and kind of confusing.

3.0
4.0
SOC137
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 29, 2016

HARD HARD HARD. I recommend you choose someone else.

4.0
1.0
SOC137
Grade: A
Dec 7, 2016
Would take again

Dr. Williams is a very caring professor. He really loves sociology and it's clear when he lectures. You take notes every class and that's pretty much all you do. Go to his office hours, he will love you and give you really good feedback. His tests are exactly like the review. Attendance isn't mandatory, but if you skip make sure you get notes.

Gives good feedback
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
3.0
4.0
SOC137
Grade: A
Dec 7, 2016
Wouldn't take again

there were only three tests including the final. he has a project thats worth 50 points but it isnt too difficult. He offers help on it during his office hours and even allowed for an outside of class meeting for help as well. I never went to the SI, but there is one available. The last two days of class we watched the Truman Show!

Clear grading criteria
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
LECTURE HEAVY
2.0
3.0
SOC137
Grade: F
Dec 14, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Professor Williams is a super boring teacher. His notes aren't very clear and you barely use the book in his class. It is possible to pass test but your pretty much on your own with the review. I do not recommend taking him

LECTURE HEAVY
4.0
3.0
SOC137
May 1, 2017
Would take again

Cares about students and is open to help.

Gives good feedback
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
5.0
4.0
SOC137
May 3, 2017
Would take again

Dr. Williams knows his subject and keeps students interested. I learned much more than I expected.

Gives good feedback
Respected
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
5.0
5.0
SOC137
Mar 11, 2018
Would take again

Dr. Williams was an amazing professor and his lectures were actually enjoyable. He makes it clear that hes there to help his students. There are 3 exams and one essay. Take thorough notes and take advantage of any tutoring resources. His class isnt a breeze but its more than achievable to make an A.

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Inspirational
5.0
2.0
SOC137
Grade: A+
May 8, 2018
Would take again

I took this as an online class. It was super easy but I learned so much. Really, just participate and do the online assignments and you'll pass the class.

Get ready to read
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
3.0
4.0
SOC137
Nov 8, 2018
Wouldn't take again

He is a nice guy but his lectures are very unclear. He tried to make them relatable but they were very jumbled. I took notes in class but that didnt seem to help me at all on the tests, his points were very unclear and hard to understand. Id recommend taking someone else.

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
Caring
4.0
3.0
SOC137
Nov 29, 2018
Would take again

He's a great professor. Lectures can be a bit unclear sometimes and he can be monotone but it is an easy class.

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
Caring
4.0
3.0
SOC137
Grade: A
Dec 12, 2018
Would take again

There are 2 tests, 1 paper, & a final with some extra credit opportunities. He is very nice, and cares about his students. If you don't go to class, you won't pass because he writes out all the lectures on a chalkboard and doesn't post them anywhere.

Skip class? You won't pass.
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
LECTURE HEAVY
4.0
2.0
SOC137
Dec 13, 2018
Would take again

I loved this professor. He's really passionate about the topic and also checks to make sure the class understands. He also does a review the class period before the test. Writes everything on the board but make sure to right down EVERYTHING he says because he only writes down main point no much detail.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
SOC137
Apr 15, 2019
Would take again

Just go to class, take notes, pay attention and review for the exams. He gives you a review sheet, hes awesome!

Respected
Accessible outside class
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
SOC137
Grade: A+
Dec 6, 2019
Would take again

Good and straightforward professor. You HAVE to go to class in order to pass because most of his test questions come straight from the lecture. He is funny and interesting and made it clear that if you needed help understanding something you could go to his office hours to discuss it.

Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
5.0
1.0
SOC137
Grade: A+
Dec 9, 2019
Would take again

I took this class online and it was very easy. You take this course at your own pace, and there are 4 sections total. Each section he gives you a MONTH to do it!!! Take him!! You have one course project that you have all semester to do, 2 discussions and the rest are quizzes and tests.

Accessible outside class
Clear grading criteria
Caring
4.0
4.0
SOC137
Grade: A
Apr 15, 2020
Would take again

Dr. Williams is awesome! I really enjoyed his class. You MUST attend class lectures and take good notes, he mentions things once and they will be on the test. There will also be stuff from the book that he wont mention that will be on the test. Go to class, take notes and read and youll be fine.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Lecture heavy
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
SOCI137
Grade: A+
Sep 10, 2020
Would take again

I don't see how there could be a better professor for this course. He writes the notes himself for us to copy in real time, so it doesn't feel like he is ever going too fast. I thought this would be a boring class, but I was so wrong. This prof. made is very interesting and eye opening. If I could have a minor, this would be an option. TAKE HIM

Respected
Accessible outside class
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
SOCI1301
Grade: B+
Jun 2, 2021
Would take again

Dr. Williams is great! He cares about his students and takes the time to answer any questions and he makes himself available. There are only 5 grades for the entire semester, though. Consists of 3 tests and 2 discussions, so be sure to study hard for the tests because they count for a lot.

Participation matters
Graded by few things
Caring
2.0
1.0
SOCI1301
Oct 6, 2022
Would take again

If you're taking this class online, his exam questions almost rarely come from the PowerPoints or the textbook. The weekly online quizzes ARE over the textbook material. In the syllabus it says exam material comes from lecture videos and assigned readings but don't be fooled, it's MAJORITY from the lecture videos.

4.0
3.0
SOCI1301
Grade: A+
Oct 18, 2022
Would take again

I took Sociology 1301 with Professor Williams online during a Fall 1 term. He is very helpful and answers emails quickly. However, I do not recommend taking this class online. The reading was insane, and the workload during the last two weeks of class was ridiculous. His lecture videos are jumbled and very hard to understand and make sense of.

Get ready to read
Caring
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
SOCIOLOGY
Grade: B-
Dec 9, 2022
Would take again

There are 3 tests and 2 homework grades! His lectures are very thorough he does a very good job explaining each topic. Tests come from lectures and textbook. You have to go to class because there is nothing posted online! Make sure to read the syllabus

Amazing lectures
Lecture heavy
Graded by few things
2.0
3.0
SOCI1301
Grade: C
Jun 8, 2025

this was online class, graded by 3 exams, chapter quizzes, and 2 discussion posts. Mr Williams did not communicate more than 5 times throughout the semester. few lecture videos that do not follow any of the powerpoints, but the videos are tested in short response questions on the exams which are on honorlock.

Get ready to read
Graded by few things
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

35%

Textbook Required

20%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

B+

95% confidence
Based on 18 grades
Most common grades:
A+ (6)
A (5)
B+ (3)
Grade Distribution
A(11)B(2)C(1)D(0)F(1)A-/B+(3)
Based on 19 reported grades
A+: 6
A: 5
B+: 3
B-: 2
Common Tags
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS (6)
Clear grading criteria (6)
Caring (5)
Respected (4)
Skip class? You won't pass. (4)
Gives good feedback (3)
GRADED BY FEW THINGS (3)
LECTURE HEAVY (3)
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Declining

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5.0

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SOC47813

5.0

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SOC133

5.0

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5.0

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SOC127

5.0

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4.0

SOC375

4.0

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3.7

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3.5

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