He expects a lot from students but thats a good thing. He is very enthusiastic about the material he teaches which keeps class interesting.

Karl Oswald is the man!!! BOOYAH! He's going bald though and his nephew is better than him at everything...

Dr. Oswald is an incredible man. His stories about how he kicks he nephew's ass at everything are hilarious (as well as informative, interesting, applicable, and relevant). He's the best!

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Best professor ever.

Dr. Oswald is the best professor ever, I agree with whoever said that. He is my role model because he is both brilliant and cool.

Wonderful teacher.

Passionate about material- yes. Does it mean I have to like him- not at all.

Freakin Oswald is the best! He is super hard...only in that he expects a lot from his students. But if you pay attention and try, then you will get so much out of his class. I loved him so much!

Dr. Oswald is awesome

Wonderful teacher! I took him twice, Cognitive Psych and Methods. Both great classes. He is tough, but you learn a lot!

Dr. Oswald is tough but really cares. The other comments here don't match my experience. You should check out the comments on ****.

Dr Oswald is a tough one. If your lazy, a crybaby, or don't like doing work then don't take his class. He requires ALOT of work and his tests are EXTREMELY hard regardless if you study or not. Its possible to pass his class as long as you devote at least most of your life to it. You learn a lot and I think he's a great teacher if you come to learn.

As he puts it, he challanges you just enough. This is a 5 unit class, so it is A LOT of work. He is very helpful, reviews a lot. Tests are extremely tough, lots of summaries due each week. Lots of reading. Attendance is required because of all the gorup discussions each class session. Great professor though.

Dr. Oswald is a great professor but expect to work... HARD. There's a reason it's a 5 unit class. He is arrogant & doesn't often admit he's wrong but you will learn the material if you apply yourself. If you plan on going to grad school you MUST learn it or you're sunk. Tests are hard but can get an A if you study. He will help you, just ask.

Very good Professor. Expect to work.. hard. There's a reason it's a 5 unit class. He is arrogant & doesn't often admit when he's wrong but he will help you if you ask. You will learn if you apply yourself. If you're going to grad school you MUST learn it or you're sunk. Tests are hard but if you study you can get an A.

Expect a lot of work in his class and the exams are hard!

He is a very organized teacher, but there are too much work. He also grades really hard. This class is exhausting and the tests are hard and extremely LONG! You will learn a lot but it'll be hard to get an A. I would not take his class ever again, and I would not recommend him at all.

AWSOME professor. There's a lot of work but it's a 5 unit course and if you do all of it you barely have to study for the exams. He does group discussions which are very helpful. He is very approachable. If you want to learn something and learn it well take this course. You'll thank him when your going through other psych courses. NO textbook.

Dr. Oswald is a great guy, outside of class. He is somewhat intimidating and if you ask something hes already gone over, or make a mistake he can be a bit harsh. I learned a lot but I would never take another course from him again. His tests are stupid hard and the 1000 word summaries every week are a pain.

Dr.Oswald is a really good guy. This is not the easiest course so if you are not willing to work hard to get a good grade don't take it. Book is really nice, it is online so you do not have to buy it. He is very entertaining makes class fun.He grades hard but offers extra credit so don't worry

Awesome professor. Kind of hard but great class. I learned A LOT.

In hindsight, I kind of wish he failed me, instead I got a "C" which leaves me stuck in the middle - that may be good or bad, who knows. I guess it is really teaching me a lesson since my grades after that is better than a B. I do believe that he cares deeply about his subject and he happened to remember my name. I wouldn't take him again, though.

Awesome prof! Loved this class. Very helpful.

Dr. Oswald is amazing! He understands teaching and knows exactly how to maximize learning. I have never learned so much from a class that I did from his. He is passionated about the subject and makes the lectures fun and interesting. It is a lot of work but if you come to class regularly and do the work you will have no problem passing the class.

Currently taking this class. There is a lot of work and the exams are challenging, but he is reasonable and all of it contributes to helping students walk away from the class having really learned the material. If cognitive psych interests you, he has a lot of experience in the field and is excellent at teaching it.

Amazing professor, one of my favorites. You will work hard but it is doable. You will learn a lot :). If you need help be sure to go to his office hours, he is very helpful. I highly recommend you don’t miss class or a lab. Gives out extra credit and is known to end up grading on a curve. Don’t buy the book.I earned an A, by the way :)

Outstanding professor who is very excited about his subject and uses the things you learn about cognition to teach the material. A ton of work with weekly chapter summaries: you will need the book! And he loves clicker questions so you will have to come to class. But you will learn a lot and the material is extremely interesting. Recommended.

If you are a psych major, you have to take a course from Oswald before you graduate! He is an amazing professor and person! If you need help, stop by his office early in the semester. Prepare to work hard, read the entire text, LEARN, and have a great time! Attendance is crucial. Tests are supper long. Earning an A is very possible, I did :)!

A LOT of READINGS! Weekly writing assignments about each reading (usually 2-5 readings per week, each is 7-15 pages long). Attendance is mandatory. He strongly dislike it when people sleep or text in class. He remembers your name. He's helpful if you ask. Tests are multiple choice and short essay questions. A lot of work but you learn. Have fun. :)

Oswald is the best psych professor hands down. His class is not easy by any means. But it is very easy to pass with an A. He has you read the book, do a summary, and take a quiz every week. There are daily iClicker questions so attendance is mandatory. He does give out extra credit. He makes the class super fun and his stories are funny. Awesome.

This class was the hardest class I took as an undergrad but I really enjoyed it. Oswald is very honest about the difficulty of the class and is there if you need help. Expect to know everything he talks about and be ready to work for your grade. I learned more in this class than any other one i've taken and I would recommend it to any psych major.

Really interesting class, posts lectures online. Weekly quizzes, summary of chapter in your own words, and discussion board for hwork. Had to go to campus testing center for tests (TOUGH TESTS!). Has material on tests exclusively from lecture, so be sure to watch them. Two term papers. Probably one of the best online classes I have taken.

Two exams, one final, ten summaries, four short papers, and group evaluations. This class was probably the hardest thing I've taken throughout my undergrad. He is all over the place with material, no clear structure, and he literally takes the whole semester to grade anything. No study guide was ever given for the comprehensive final :(

He puts you into groups but the seating isn't assigned there was a lot of time wasted getting into groups. Don't expect to take traditional notes because a lot of the material is visual or demos. Read the book or fail the class. The tests and quizzes are extremely book heavy.

Dr. Oswald was an awesome professor. One of the harder classes I've taken in my years at Fresno State but I learned so much. Lots of work but 100% worth it.

Dr. Oswald is great! I work full time and am also a full time student, so his online course fit perfectly into my schedule. Not going to lie, it was ALOT of work and very challenging, but I learned a lot. Use his office hours! I went in there for a quick question and left with a full advising appointment and graduate school advice. 10/10!

Dr. Oswald is a great professor. His lectures are very clear to understand. Always be in class because you earn participation points through the IClickers. Most Fridays you get off but have an online part to do that involves readings and videos and taking a quiz. I would like to have him as a professor again.

Good professor the class isn't too bad 2tests 1final (comprehensive) about 10 quizzes and an essay a part of the WRC (writing and research) component. There's no class Friday's, instead there is a quiz based on the assigned readings(online so you can use notes) Good class, not hard to pass if you actually try. Attendance thru iClickers so show up!

His lectures are interesting. There are summaries for most of the chapters, a pg and a half length. The work load is a lot. Stay on top of watching lectures. Just as hard or harder than taking it in person. This is not an easy online class.

Real interactive with the class and gives great lectures !

You better not be on your phone in his classes. Great professor. Very interactive with students. Psych 10 is a tough class but make sure you get him as your professor and you will pass. Also, ALWAYS compliment his ties.

Easy points for attending class. DO NOT be on your phone, sleep, or wear headphones. He will kick you out. Exams are multiple choice. Textbook is free. Friday's are usually online.

Most straight forward professor EVER. Online class on Friday because there is a quiz almost every Friday. Does not stray from the syllabus and does not cancel class. Not the most caring but interesting lectures.

Dr. Oswald's lectures are probably the best lectures I've ever experienced. He breaks down the material very well and he makes it very interesting. The class itself is hard. There are 3 tests overall that account for more than half your grade in the class. HW every week (not too hard). Attendance is mandatory and counts for points. Just study hard!

Amazing teacher, do not take it online. It seems tempting because most online courses are, but it is not worth it. You have to do way more work than if you take it in person. Plus his best stuff is from the lectures so it is way better just to take it in person.

Professor Oswald is a good instructor, with interesting lectures and entertaining stories that connect to each individual lecture. There were two tests and one final (comprehensive), that were quite simple as long as you study. Dr. Oswald does not give a study guide for every test, so you should review your notes and slides to make your own.

(6 wk sum. web) Very smart & interesting prof! One of the hardest classes I've taken due to the work load & course length (assig. due at 5pm). Material is very interesting. MUST read everything in the book & PAY ATTEN. to lectures. Exams are difficult but fair. Summer course is same as norm. sem. Gives good feedback. Must do work, reading & vid lec

Dr. Oswald is an amazing professor. Often times a professor will simply present the information unenthusiastically. But when Dr. Oswald lectures his eyes light up and you can tell he is genuinely passionate about what he is teaching and that makes it so much easier to learn the material. He's a great professor and an awesome psychologist.

His tests are based primarily on lecture material. TAKE NOTES ON EVERYTHING HE SAYS. Stuff that he says in lecture that you think is just an example or a story will end up on the test. His class is easy no homework, class is online on fridays, weekly quiz, 2 tests, 3rd is the final that is comprehensive, take notes and study you'll do good

Dr. Oswald makes class so very interesting! His workload can be very heavy but it is nothing I could not handle. Class consists of 3 exams, 4 short papers, 10 summaries and a presentation of 5 minutes. The work was a lot but it is doable! He is so passionate in and that only made me pay attention more. A great professor!!

If youre not ready to work, dont take this class. Its easy if you actually apply yourself. Instead of class, there are quizzes every Friday. WRC portion of class is a free 200 points if you do well on your first essays and take the surveys ASAP because they run out. Class is 200+ people, so be quick! Not a class you can pass if you dont study!

If you're looking for an easy GE course, this isn't it! 2 midterms and 1 final mainly based off the lectures. The concepts on the lectures are not hard to understand and can be interesting and fun, you just need to remember key concepts for the tests. He can come up to be as a bit rude, but just don't give him a reason to kick you out of class.

His class is hard no doubt about it. But if you show up, read the textbook (free), and pay attention you should do very well. You just have to know how to study and also recommend going to see him in his office hours which is a lot of help. His lectures are also very good, in-depth and clear. I Clicker needed for this course.

Dr. Oswald's lectures are so interesting that sometimes I forget I'm in class. His tests are based mostly on lectures (not txtbk). Make sure you attend lectures bc he takes attendance through clickers. Even though his exams are based on lecture, his daily online quizzes are based on the reading. Overall, great prof, great class!

Okay professor. Hes very willing to answer questions you have and thorough on his lectures so if youre a good note taker youll be fine on the exams. I stopped reading the textbook because I got lazy and used quizlet to help me with terms that he didnt cover to get me through exams. Dont get scared about the WRC stuff its really easy.

Oswald's class is always interesting because he's passionate. Class is passable if you really put your time into it. Super strict about electronics. He will kick you out if you're sleepy, talking, or on your devices. He claims his exams are hard but as long as you study using his techniques, exams are passable. This class is not be taken lightly.

Dr. Oswald knows his material very well. He explains it good for your understanding. His exams are based on his lectures, you will have quizzes on the chapters every friday (most questions are on quiz-let). DO NOT USE YOUR PHONE/LAPTOP or HAVE ANY HEADPHONES OR EARBUDS. DO NOT FALL ASLEEP or TALK TO YOUR FRIENS DURING LECTURE. HE will kick you out

Two midterms, one final. Final is cumulative. He holds study sessions for the final and you get to review both midterms and take notes. Lecture heavy, but midterms and final are mostly based off lectures. WRC is part of the class. It basically is 9 research credits and one essay. He's a funny guy, but no electronics in class REGARDLESS.

I studied for hours/days and got a C on the first exam, a B on the second and a C on the final. His lectures are super interesting but the exams are difficult. There are no extra credit opportunities. You'll get kicked out for falling asleep or being on any electronics or talking. 18 units this semester and this class was my only B, the rest, As.

I took this class in the summer online... if you don't pass the final with a 55% you won't pass the class regardless of the points you have earned. He is a good teacher, he wants you to pass. He gives good feedback. One final paper due at the end. He doesn't care about excuses (emergencies only) do the work and don't forget about the due dates.

Oswald has a strict "no-phone" policy and HE WILL KICK YOU OUT. The tests are lecture heavy, so as long as you come to class, take good notes, and study you should be fine. There's one essay and you have to fill out 9 research credits (which isn't too bad).

Going into the class I was worried because it isnt recommended for freshmen. However, if you put in the work, you can easily pass. Weekly quizzes on the textbook, about 20 Qs. WRC, essay and research credits. There were three exams, mainly on the lectures. They were tough so pay attention and study! If you need extra help go to his office hours.

Dr. Oswald is BY FAR one of the best professors I've had thus far at Fresno State! He is very kind and eager to help his students. He's passionate about what he teaches and it shows! I'm so glad I took his class this semester! His class is NOT as hard as it seems. Explains concepts very well. I encourage everyone to take this class.

Good professor-- organized and straightforward. Strict on phones and will kick you out if he sees it. He assigns weekly readings, which is the foundation of his lectures, but he doesn't use all of the concepts in the book. Half the class is independent work, like the WRC and the online quizzes. Overall, it's a manageable class if you're diligent.

AMAZING teacher, he makes material interesting and does take attendance by using a clicker. His class is test heavy consists of 4 tests and if you dont study for them you will not pass, all his tests are lecture heavy so dont skip class, but he does post the slides on canvas. Loved his class, super caring professor!!

Honestly, this class is amazing, its lectures heavy but his lectures are very interesting and fun. The textbook is free, and most materials are in the textbook, but the lecture helps clears things up. The quizzes are hard, so make sure you study for it. You do have an essay to write, so make sure you are ready for that.

I loved Oswald! Hes really passionate about teaching psychology and cares about his students. Responds to emails quickly. Textbook is free (homework can get stressful sometimes). Lectures are really interesting. Need iClicker for participation. You really need to know the material to pass the exams but its not hard.

Considering that this semester was mostly taken online Dr. Oswald did a good job at catering to this his students needs. There are weekly homework assignments (relatively easy), 4 exams, WRC paper, and weekly reading. You need to know the concepts of psychology in order to pass the exams. You will need an iclicker since it counts for participation.

PSYCH10 my freshman year first semester, and honestly hes a solid reason why Im pursuing a minor in psychology. The tests are lecture heavy and you HAVE TO go to lectures, but the lectures themselves are super interesting and you wont get bored easily. The material is highly applicable, and he has study tips that are really helpful.

Very interesting. A LOT of work. Lecture based tests. Easy if you study and understand material. Dont take if youre going to put in minimal effort and want to pass without working for it. Took asynchronous online. Read textbook before lectures, makes it easier. I have a solid A (2/3 of semester). Not unbearable/super hard. You can do it!

Would not recommend for people who aren't motivated to go to every class. I didn't attend like half of the lectures and that brought my grade down a lotttt. The exams and quizzes have questions that aren't really gone over during lectures so make sure you don't just study what is on the lectures. Exams have 60 questions & Final has 100 questions.

He's a great lecturer. All you have to do is be a good student. I feel like he gets bad rep because of his phone policy. This isn't high school anymore. You actually have to pay attention to get a good grade.

Definitely a difficult course, but interesting topic. I would just say this class pulls no punches. Might not always be nice, but the guy doesn't deserve insults.

doesn't allow any electronics to be used in class. Psych10 was such an interesting and fun class to take. not much homework although there is weekly quizzes on canvas regarding chapters of the book. the quizzes aren't hard just make sure to pay attention and turn in all the assignments. Make sure to take his studying advice! Helped me a lot.

Dr. Oswald is an extremely entertaining professor. As long as you show up, do your job, and don't ever pull out your phone, he's great. He makes Psychology extremely intriguing and you will laugh 3-5 times a lecture at some of his sarcasm. He's also an extremely intelligent person. Great choice taking Psych 10 with him.

Dr. Oswald is a man of his word. He sticks to the syllabus and has clear expectations for his students. This class is very fast paced, so make sure to attend as much as possible. A word of advice: make time to meet with him outside of class to ask more questions. He is more than willing to answer any questions you have and help you succeed.

Attendance is mandatory and electronics are not allowed. We used iclickers to show that we were in that class. He made the lecture very engaging!! The exams are lecture-based and there are no study guides except for the final.

I loved Dr. Oswald, his lectures were interesting and he explained everything well. He gives you effective study information and there was little to no homework. His tests are all lecture based. Overall my favorite professor at Fresno state!

People complain that no electronics are allowed but I think that's better. Smart teacher.

Great

Great class

I learned so much! Awesome lectures. Dr. Oswald really cares and will help if you are struggling.

Dr. Oswald is a tough grader but its because he gives excellent feedback, is always willing to answer questions, and has very entertaining lectures that I have become so interested in Psychology.

Professor Oswald is tough but fair. I found that you get what you put into the class and I ended up learning a lot. Honestly, he is so cool, it's hard to believe he's so old. But not old in a bad way, more of a, "lead singer of Dexy's Midnight Runners" way. In fact, he's so hot, he might actually be the reason for global warming. Two thumbs up.

Awesome professor. Very engaging, I learned a lot.

I read all the negative reviews about Dr. Oswald, and noticed a few common threads: - He's a hard grader - Requires that you attend class - Doesn't like it when you cheat on tests - Makes you put your phone away during class I hate psych, but I took this class as a protest against all the lazy, ignorant, cheating, social media-addicted losers.

Very professional, with lots style, and clear communication.

Dr. Oswald is amazing! I learned so much. He's super smart and explains the concepts really clearly. One of the best professors I've ever had!

If you don't read directions and need someone to hold your hand, don't take this class. Be prepared to take notes during lectures and read the assigned chapters, like in any other college course. If you do the work, you will pass the exams. The class was dedicated to one of the professor's late friends and is full of interesting psych material!

Good professor.

Make sure to attend the lectures, almost all of the material on the test is from the lectures.

Professor Oswald is tough but fair. His lectures are engaging, and I found Unstuck AI really helpful for study prep alongside the textbook. Attendance is mandatory, but the effort pays off.

Going through these reviews lies a common theme- he doesn't allow phones, he's a tough grader, and yes that is true, but it just strikes me as immature and lazy individuals who don't realize he isn't teaching a class so you can be on your phones the whole time. Soak in what he's teaching and its quite interesting.

I really enjoyed this class, Dr. Oswald knows what he's talking about and when i took it as long as your study the material from the lectures, you will pass the tests. He did have a curve at the end of the semesters, and he dropped questions from the tests that he thought were unfair. Class was very organized and clear, would take again.

Everything was well organized. He does not allow phones and attendance is mandatory. The exams were a little hard but he drops many questions and applies a big curve at the end of the class. People who do not do well in the class simply do not try. He cares about his students but is a little strict.

Very good explainer of topics. You all just have to put in the work and comprehend.

The other reviews complaining about this professor are complaining about being in a college class. Expectations are high because he expects his students to act like college-aged students. The exams are based on his lectures, and he's a personable professor. I would 100% recommend him to people who are serious about being in college.