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Wow, I was dreading taking a statistics class. But Kent is wonderful. He understands the material well enough to actually explain it to me instead of just read from a power point slide or quote a textbook. I am so glad that I took Kent's class. Yes, there is a lot of work but he helped me out when it went over my head. I'd take him again!
This class was required for my major. Kent explained the subject matters clearly and if the majority of the group missed a question on a test he wouldn't dock points, stating it must have been something he didn't teach properly. Would take him for other classes.
Taking a statistics class during the summer is hard, but Kent actually made it doable. He explains topics very clearly and won't move on until the majority of the class understands. If you volunteer to write your homework answers on the board during class he gives you an automatic 100% on that assignment, which is pretty awesome.
I took this class in the summer, so it moved really fast. Kent did a great job making the class understandable and was very helpful and fair. The TA was just a former student and not very helpful at all (especially when the TA taught lecture). Overall, stats requires a fair amount of work
This class was very hard, not because of the professor, but because it was a hybrid behavioral statistics class, meaning we had to learn everything in six weeks that most people learn in four months. But I wouldn't have been able to do as well if it wasn't for Professor Hinkson, I knew he cared, and that was enough for me.
This class isn't easy, unless your a science major taking much higher level classes. As a communications major this wasn't easy, but Kent is an excellent teacher. His first priority is for you to pass the class. He can talk fast but refuses to move on until everyone in the class shows understanding. Great professor.
Kent is very passionate about what he does. He is extremely helpful and will answer any questions you have. He responds to emails and canvas quickly. The class is not easy but Kent will make sure you have what you need to get a good grade is you put int he work. He is a fair grader and wants you to understand the material.
Loved this class. Professor Hinkson is SUPER helpful. You can call or text him with questions and he is always willing to help. You have to read the book or the class can be harder for you. Watch Barton Poulson's videos on BESC 3010 and that saved my grade as well :)
I am a CJ major but this behavioral stats class is required for my degree. BESC3010 is a lot of definition and understanding and not as much "crunching the numbers" like in math. However, Kent made this VERY easy and understandable. He also gives you a lot of questions that will be on the final. If you have to take this class, take it from KENT!
Kent goes above and beyond most math professors, most likely because he specializes in behavioral science. I suck at math but when I am given instructions in clear cut steps i can succeed, and he does that. the entire semster's work is working out the hypothesis testing steps and the final is pure theory so understand it and you're good.
TOUGH CLASS BUT HE TAUGHT IT WELL AND WAS VERY HELPFUL.
Kent is a great teacher! He will explain anything as many times as you need. My class was a summer semester, hybrid class. HARD! Kent isn't a tough teacher by any means. He has about 8 homework assignments, 5 quizzes (on canvas open notes), two take home exams (open notes), and the final. If you don't pass the final you don't pass the class!
This instructor is very knowledgeable about the subject, gave clear examples while teaching and went over things as many times as needed if there were any questions. It was a block class so we went fast, but he gave us all the necessary info to pass the final.
Really good teacher!! I am not good at math at all, but he helped me start to understand it
Kent was an excellent professor. He gave clear examples and would be glad to go over something again if necessary. He made it very clear from the beginning to let him know if you needed help and he stayed true to his word. He was willing to help you out to understand the material.
He was a great Professor. Very informative and knows what he is talking about. I would for sure recommend this teacher.
Kent really does care about his students and really wanted us to understand. He does speak pretty quickly and will go over things pretty fast but is always willing to answer questions. He's a really great professor. I've already be recommending him to other students. If taking the hybrid version of this class, reading out of the book is a must.
Highly Recommended. He is a phenomenal teacher! He cares about his students and is super intelligent. He is not an easy grader, but he isn't harsh either. Feedback is perfect for an upper division course. He explains each assignment and will answer any questions. Work progressively on the assignments and you will get more than your moneys worth.
Great professor! Kent does a great job of laying out the set up of the class and setting clear expectations from the beginning. Get ready to write! The class involves writing a long research paper. However, Kent helps you along the way. Although research is not my jam, if I had to take the class again, I would take it from him!
Kent is a great professor! The class is difficult but totally doable just ask for help if there is something that is confusing. The whole class is based on writing a research paper but he breaks it down. Stay on top of the assignments and the reading. Great class and professor, highly recommended.
If you're looking for an easy A, this is not the class for you. However, if you are interested in learning more about how to be a good researcher and are willing to work hard, I promise this class will be beneficial for you. I never thought I would find research interesting or even fun, but Kent makes it a great experience.
I was really nervous about this class! After statistics I thought for sure this would be the death of me... However, Kent did an awesome job! He was very clear with what he expected for each assignment. This was definitely not an easy A class. But it was worthwhile because you had to work for it.
The required text was free online. You just googled the book and downloaded the pdf. I never even read it but still did great in the class. Attendance is only required on specific days, and he lets you know when those are. He does take participation points for those days so be sure to ask questions on those required days. He makes the class fun.
Great class! The required text is free online. Attendance is only required on certain participation days. He makes the class fun and engaging. There is a final paper due but he splits it up in separate assignments throughout the semester so you only need to compile everything at the end. I would definitely recommend this class from him.
This class isn't and easy A, however you are able to gain a lot of experience and understanding in regards to research. All of the papers form one solid research paper at the end of the semester, leaving you with research you can decide to conduct in the future. Really an amazing class, I would recommend him as a professor to anyone.
He makes assignments that will really stretch you and if you are going to school to learn, this is a good professor. He is fair and is currently a student himself so he gets it. Be prepared to write a ton and get your butt kicked with APA but if you engage in the class and the assignments you will grow as a researcher and student.
It was a different kind of writing than I wasn't used to but I felt like I really learned how to expand my writing abilities to different formats. I often find research boring, but I was never bored in Kent's class. He's hilarious and everything he talks about in class is relevant and helpful. And no busy work, every assignment had a purpose.
He was a phenominal professor. I am taking him again next semester for stats. He really cares about his students and wants you to succeed. You are going to have to work hard in his class, but I promise you that it will pay off. A good professor should make their clas as least somewhat difficult. No pain no gain. Take Kent if you have the option.
This was the most difficult class i took. I also learned the most from it. The work load is heavy the last half of the semester, but well worth it if you want to learn how to write a research paper properly.
Kent was my best teacher this semester. I learned a lot about APA writing, and how to actually do research. He knows what he is doing. You will have to work hard, but you will learn a lot.
This was the hardest class I have taken here at UVU. This class requires a lot of writing. The writing in this class is done in a style that is different and took time to get use to. Kent is a great teacher who really does try to help you understand the material. Be ready to work in this writing intensive class.
This class was one of the hardest classes I have taken, but I also learned the most in this class. You do have a lot of reading to do but the quizzes are basic so if you semi read you will pass the quiz. If you miss class it will be hard to understand how to do the papers and do them well. He does provide a lot of useful and great feedback.
A great teacher who cares about the subject. Spent the majority of the class learning how to write in apa instead of learning how to create a research paper. I already knew apa so going to class was pointless, but it helped everyone else I guess. I was blind on how to do the paper to his standards and barely did them right. Book only used for quizs
Kent is an amazing professor who really cares for his students. He wants you to succeed and gives you all the tools to do so. The class is tough and time consuming with LOTS of writing. I was able to e-mail, text, and even call him when I had questions and he was always there to clarify and help. As long as you work for it, you can get a good grade
I don't know what the student below me a comment or two is smoking, but Kent was amazing! Caring, funny, clear, and made sure we understood even if he had to talk to you on the weekend (like he did me twice) to help me figure out my project. You learn to write well and you design a research project, not write a research paper. BEST class at UVU
Great professor, really down to earth and funny. Hardest class I've ever taken and probably the most stressful semester I've ever had (because of this class). I read every page in the text book and got good scores on the quiz but if I wouldn't have read I wouldn't have passed the quizzes. Get ready to write and read A LOT. Oh and APA is a must.
Kent is a wonderful professor, he really knows his stuff. That being said, this class is rather difficult, but doable. You will write a lot, and most likely learn a new style of writing. You must read the textbook, but he provides an online version, so you don't need to buy it. There are several days you are required to be in class. Don't skip.
You will walk away knowing exactly how to write a research study. He wants you to be able to apply his class when you are reading research articles and if you go into research, and it works. Gives excellent feedback on the papers you write. They all end up adding up to your final paper which is nice. You also choose own topic
Really enjoyed taking this class. I had to work for the (A) that was received in this class, and at moments it was very overwhelming. I could see the things that I was learning manifest as stylistic and professional improvements in my writing. Most importantly, Kent does a good job at highlighting the importance of writing competently.
Kent has been extremely helpful. He is good at lecturing, presents the information in an easily digestible way, and is willing to answer any questions outside of class. If someone fails this class they simply did not try. Kent makes you learn the information in order to get an A, but does not assign busy work. Great professor.
Although this class was fairly difficult, it was one of the most informative and useful classes. You will end knowing APA format like the back of your hand and will have the knowledge to write a very professional research paper if you choose to do so in the future! He puts in just as much effort as the students do and cares about each one's success
Kent is the most helpful professor at UVU that I've ever had. he goes out of his way to help and make sure you understand the content of the course. Its a tough class, attendance is not required, but if you miss his lectures you won't be able to do well in the course. he is a great professor!
He was really good at explaining. The only hard part of the course was that he taught how to complete the problems and that is not what the final was on. Even though I did great in all the homework and understood it I found myself playing catch up for the final to understand everything.
This is my second time taking a class from him. He really does want you to pass and will go over material with you until it's understood. Just show up, otherwise you may be screwed.
He is always available and really cares about his students. The material can be difficult, but if you show up to class and do all of your assignments, you will learn that material. He is good to answer all questions and goes over the material thoroughly at the end of the course. He is really fun to learn from!
Kent is a great professor! He cares about the students and makes sure that questions are answered and concepts are explained until understood. He was always available and provided as much additional resources as needed to succeed in his class.
Kent is great! Easily one of my favorite professors. He actually cares about our success and goes to great lengths to make sure that things are as fair as possible, so that if you do your work, you will do well. He is also very real and keeps things super straightforward, there is no cutting corners, he expects you to work hard.
Kent is super laid back , but he is still a great teacher. He is very willing to help you outside of class at all times of the day and night. You definitely have to put in effort for his class, but it's not unrealistically difficult. I would recommend taking his class for sure! He cares about you understanding the material and doing well.
If you are looking for someone who makes statistics "fun" then Kent Hinkson is your man. He ensures that you learn and master concepts faster than they become difficult. He is always making sure that everyone understands before going on. So if you missed something it's your own fault because he'll take the time to go over it again. He cares.
A great math teacher! He doesn't give a ton of homework but only gives what's necessary to learn the material. He does have quizzes but just to prep you for the department final as they aren't worth much. He will make you laugh a bunch each day keeping things interesting. Above all he really tries to help everyone understand by teaching simply.
wonderful professor. Reliable, Empathetic and makes the course material manageable.
Kent is a super great, knowledgeable and helpful teacher. His classes are not easy, but he will do everything he can to help you succeed. You will learn a lot.
Kent cares about the students. If you need help you can text, email, or call him anytime even at like midnight. He will help you out in any way that he can and will make sure that you understand what is tripping you up. He is very clear on what he wants and he gives you the feedback you need so you can understand why you missed points.
Kent is a great professor, however, it is a math class so you do have to show your work to get your grade. He is very reliable and accessible as you can text him at anytime if you need him and he is willing to help before class as well. I would recommend him to anyone.
Great professor! He will answer emails and text quickly. He cares about his students. There are quizzes and 2 test. Both my test were tak home! I would take him again
Although attendance isn't mandatory, it is very useful. His explanations are very helpful, as well as entertaining. He wants everyone to understand the principles and do well in the class.
Kent is an awesome professor! He genuinely cares about his students and wants them to do their best. I took this class at 8 am(ugh)and him being hilarious and outgoing makes the class a lot better. If you are super into the LDS and can't handle any crude humor nor swearing then this class isn't for you.
Kent is incredible! Slightly intimidating at first but funny & passionate about statistics. He wants you to succeed! He answers all questions with respect & wants you to reach out to him if you have questions (even texts). He has an effective, unique teaching style while also preparing you for a vocab heavy department final. TAKE FROM KENT!
If you want to understand stats, take Kent's class. He covers the material really well and will go over it until you understand it. He is always accessible outside of class and wants you to pass. He's also never had a student fail the department final. He assigns homework every week and a quiz about every two. There were only 2 exams and a final.
This is my second class from Kent. He is a tough teacher but does everything possible to help you succeed in his class. He is a great teacher and I would highly recommend taking any his classes if you want a good understanding of the subject. Kent is very fair when it comes to grading and helping you succeed.
Kent is a great professor with clear expectations, no busy work, and is very accessible. He is easy to get along with as long as you try and show up for class. He doesn't take attendance, but it is very hard to do well without going. The whole class is building your own research study. Very interesting!
Kent is a really great professor. At first, I was intimidated by him and his bluntness but realized he genuinely cares and wants to help his students. He is very knowledgeable in research. I learned a lot in this class and am glad I took it! The only thing I didn't like was the quizzes. Get ready to write a lot and be challenged for the better!
I learned a ton about professional writing and APA formatting that I never learned in any English class before. The class is a lot of writing, but Kent helps you every step of the way. Ask him any question you ever have. I wouldn't take this class as an elective, but if it's required for you then for sure take it from Kent!
Kent is a great professor!! At first him and the class are intimidating but he genuinely cares and wants you to succeed. He is very knowledgeable and provides a lot of chances for extra help. His class is more challenging but he helps make it very doable and enjoyable. A quiz each week, research, writing and presentations. Highly recommended.
Kent is an awesome teacher. He makes you work for your grade, but you learn a lot in the process. He is willing to help you out basically anytime of day or night. He wants you to succeed and provides great feedback. Lots of reading and research. Worth it, though!
Kent is an incredibly passionate teacher. He is a psychologist by profession and understands the value of "hard science" for all behavioral sciences. He wants students to be competent professionals. He is not the easiest teacher, so don't take a class from him if you want easy. But you will learn. Also he's hilarious.
Kent is great. His class is difficult, and he knows it. But he knows how to teach to material in a way that will make sense to each student. His assignments are personalized, in the way that the student gets to make all the decisions about their projects. The in-class help that is given is extremely beneficial.
Kent is a great professor. He is passionate about research and doing it well. He lets you know what he expects from you; however he is a tough grader. I completed my assignments and did my best but overall I didn't do as well as I would have liked in the class. I would suggest taking it from someone easier.
Kent is wonderful! I didn't anticipate enjoying this class, but it turned out to be the only class this semester I actually liked. His teaching methods and feedback made me love research. He's a tough grader, but you WILL learn and it's not as intense as it sounds. Also, he's intimidating at first but don't let that fool you, he's not so scary.
Kent is a fantastic professor. He is very good at listening to the class for feedback on how to shape it more to our needs. If you are willing to come to class, read the textbook, and ask questions, you'll be successful. This is a class you have to work hard for, but every thing Kent has you do is to help you become better.
Kent expects students to be mature and self-reliant. He cares about your learning. He made himself available several times one-on-one to discuss my research project and give feedback. Designing your own research project requires much reading and writing. Show up, do the work, ask for help if needed, and you should do fine. Challenging but rewarding
Kent is a fantastic example of how a professor exceeds in his care and desire for students to improve. He will tease you, have some fun, but expects your hard work. Come to class and participate and reading the textbook really does help you understand how to better your research project. Professor Hinkson is the best professor for this class.
Kent is an amazing teacher. He honestly cares about his students and makes himself very available for help. He is very approachble and wants you to succseed. You will read a lot of articles, become an expert at APA and become an amazing writer. He has awesome TA's that know what they are talking about. Kent's class was well worth the time!!!
Take this class if you want to learn something useful that can actually help you outside the classroom. Kent walks you through each section of your research paper and makes sure you understand. He is very accessible and willing to help both inside and outside of class. He expects you to put in the work, but he helps you every step of the way.
Kent provides a fun learning environment. His lectures and in-class activities are helpful and never boring. Attending class is essential if you want to know specifics on formatting, writing style, and overall expectation on assignments. Kent is not out to fail students but does grade carefully. Progression between assignments will get you an A.
Kent is fantastic! But, you're going to have to put in a ton of effort or you won't get a good grade. He is very clear on expectations, and very accessible. He is always willing to work through your paper with you, so if you put in the effort, you will do fine. But it's going to be really hard, so don't expect a good grade unless you work for it.
Taking Kents class was this semester was challenging but i learned a lot about research. You learn a ton about APA formatting and how to write professional papers. Kents is a great teacher and knows a lot about research.
He pushed you to give it your best and grow, but he is fair and very clear on his expectations. Very available outside of class and very willing to help you understand and learn. Very dedicated to truly instructing.
Kent is a great professor and if you want someone to help you outside of class, and want really good feedback hes the one of the best! He challenges you in different ways that you could not even imagine but while making the class fun and interactive. If your struggling with APA youll get a clear understanding of how to use it!
Kent is one of the best professors I have ever had. His Research Methods class challenged me and stretched me to be a better writer. He is always willing to help you inside and outside of class. If you work hard, attend class, and get help than you will be successful in this class. This class is not for those students just looking to cruise by.
Professor Hinkson is a good professor. He is personable, clear, upfront and honest about what is required and how to succeed in his class. He is open to feedback and if you have questions/are struggling he is willing to help. Has high expectations but will help you meet them. His Research Methods class is labor-appropriate.
Kent is AMAZING!! He is here to teach you all that he knows and makes sure you understand the material and what he wants. HEADS UP: He is super picky with papers. He will dock points for apa errors, wrong choice of words/phrases, or too much fluff. If you dont read, you will fail the quizzes. USE HIM WHENEVER YOU NEED HELP!!
Professor Hinkson genuinely cares about his student's. This is a difficult class but if you just try to do your work you will pass. He gives you great feedback on your papers and you will truly learn from your papers and how to do it better the next time around.
If you want a free ride, this isn't it. If you want some real value for your tuition, then, ya.
Extremely challenging course but well worth it. I learned so so much about research and how to apply it.
Research Methods with Kent is very difficult. It will make you learn a lot and teach you to not procrastinate. It's very difficult, but Kent is an excellent person and professor. You should definitely take BESC 3020 with Kent!
Kent's my favorite teacher at UVU! Hes fun and entertaining, and made taking statistics almost enjoyable. He's passionate about the topic. He really cares about the students and makes himself accessible. You can email him or text him if you have questions and hes always willing to help. The class is difficult but it's worth taking it from him!
Kent is a great professor. He definitely makes you work hard, but you learn a lot from him and he's very willing to go the extra mile to help out. If you take the time to ask, are involved in class, and just put forth effort, you'll do fine. Just know he's not an easy A, so if that's what you're looking for then Kent isn't for you.
Kent is incredibly smart and knows what he's talking about. Taking Research Methods from him requires a lot of time and effort if you want to get a good grade. Kent cares a lot about his students and how they are receiving/utilizing the course's information. He's always willing to talk and help. Go to class if you value your sanity.
Kent is an amazing person. He expects you to work hard because he knows your potential. He is in your corner and is willing to help you if you put in the work. There is a lot of writing, it is one research paper over the course of the semester. However, you do learn so much. You use the book online for 10 quizzes and that's it. Totally recommend.
Kent is a great teacher, he is super funny and makes class interesting. You can text/call him at any time of the day and he will respond to you very quickly. As long as you keep up with class and you write a little every day you will get a good grade.
Kent is a great professor and is always willing to work with you if you're willing to work with him. This is not an easy class but it helps you grow in your academics. He wants you to have success in school but wants you to work for it not just show up an expect it.
Kent is a good teacher. Expect to write a lot. The class is based around a single research paper that you spend the entire semester working on. He breaks it into manageable chunks, but start early on each section. It will be hard to write each the day it is due. APA is expected, but he will teach you how to use it. Good teacher.
He is a FANTASTIC professor. There is a lot of work involved and if you procrastinate, you're screwed, but he is so willing to help you whenever you need help with anything. And he is also willing to work with you if you are having problems finding references, or whatever else you are struggling with.
Kent is a really amazing professor and I learned a lot in his class. He has high expectations, but he also gives great feedback and you have the chance to do better. There is one large paper written in sections across the semester, and then you have to edit it. Kent and the TA's are always there to help with anything you need.
He is always willing to help but has high expectations for students. The class is centered around one paper that you work on in pieces throughout the semester and Kent or his TAs are willing to answer questions, meet outside of class, and answer emails. It can be a tough class, but it's easy to pass if you follow Kent.
Kent is one of the best professors at UVU. He knows the subject well. I never thought I could understand Stats, but he has introduced me to this new world through his clear lectures. There is weekly homework, though he is always available to answer questions. As was his TA. He answers all questions. He is interesting and involved.
Kent is one of the best professors I've ever had at UVU. I hate math so much, but he makes his class so fun and has such a good personality, that you want to come to class. He is always available to text when you need homework help and will work with you to make sure you pass.
Kent is a really good lecturer. He is interactive with the class and asks a lot of good questions to help the students really think about what he is teaching. I felt like I had learned something new after every lecture. He is clear on expectations for the class and if you show up to class, take good notes, and ask questions, you'll get a good grade
Kent is super good, it is a hard class but he teaches the students and made sure that we all understood the material. He is really busy but also very accessible. He does not take attendance but you will not want to miss a class, because you will fall behind. I never used the textbook either.
Kent is awesome! I dreaded stats but he made it fun. Very lenient on points for errors or misunderstandings. Fair grader! Great teacher. I learned a lot from him. He makes it easier to comprehend. Surprised myself by enjoying the class. Good sense of humor. Extra credit opportunities.
Kent's BESC 3010 class is Statistics for Dummies! He cares about his students and wants everyone to understand the material. There is a decent amount of homework and quizzes, but if you go to class every day, ask questions, and utilize him you will do great! His humor keeps the class interesting and he's very straight forward with what he wants.
Kent was a great professor. He was extremely helpful in understanding the statistics and how to extrapolate from them. Make sure you do all of the home work assignments because if you miss any of them it really affects your grade. He only gives 3 test. 1 in class, 1 take home and the final exam. You can always call him and he will help you out.
I was terrified to take stats and I couldn't be more grateful that I took Kent's class. I ended up doing so much better than I thought I would because his lectures and grading criteria were so clear. He was always willing to answer questions about the homework, he really cares about the student's success and he is just a really good teacher.
Kent was awesome at keeping it real. He is very clear at what he expects and as long as you put in the effort you will learn a lot and pass. He's very fair. He's good at explaining the material until you get it. He's a definitely worth taking.
Here's the break down. Kent is a great professor. I am not good at math, and because of that have always hated it. He made it a little more enjoyable and I did learn a lot. Bottom line. Show up. Work Hard. You'll be just fine. He is always willing to help. Gives his personal cell phone, choose Kent, You'll be glad you did.
Kent is hilarious, and he really gives you every chance to succeed in his class. He doesnt take attendance, however if you dont go you will not pass this class! He makes his grading fair, and tries to give you extra points when you deserve them! He really is a chill professor!
I really enjoyed his class. He explained things really well, and is patient with those who struggle. I learned a lot and he really gave me a passion for learning more about stats and research.
He is a really funny and engaging teacher. I really enjoyed his class. He's patient and good at explaining things. He also will let you know when he's going to keep reviewing so if you got it the first time you can leave. Homework due every week. Textbook isn't really necessary. Offers extra credit. Come to class and you will be fine!
Use the resources he offers. It will help you to write a better research study paper. He is super willing to help and wants you to learn.
Kent was the best professor I have ever had. He made sure everyone was on the same page before moving on to the next section, and his lectures were very clear. He was more than willing to help, inside and outside of class. Any other professor I would have struggled in stats, but he made it really easy for me to learn. Super funny and great teacher!
Kent is a fantastic teacher, he truly cares about you understand. Taking it as a block summer class was definitely difficult, but not impossible! He answers every little question &even gives you his phone number to text/call if you're struggling. Usually 1 assignment after each class, 5 quizzes, 2 exams, & the final. Gives plenty of study into too!
Kent is an incredible professor. He's enthusiastic about research and cares about his students' success. I took this course as a synchronous summer block 2 class. It was front heavy with work, but you're building on your final the whole semester, so finals week is a breeze. My only critique is Kent didn't grade smaller assignments until the end.
Kent is a great professor! He really cares about helping his students succeed. He is very helpful outside of class and will help you so much along the way. Highly suggest taking this course from him.
You definitely want to take BESC3020 from Kent Hinkson. Even online he is an amazing professor that is always available outside of class for help. He really wants his students to succeed. This class is a lot of work, but Kent explains and teaches everything in a way that makes it a lot easier. He really helps you understand research
Professor Hinkson is a great choice for anyone that struggles with stats, or math in general. He is very accessible outside of class and takes the time to make sure his students are understanding the material. He offers a lot of extra credit and curves the department final to help students succeed. Would definitely recommend him.
He does great teaching and gives lots of feedback. Its important to go to class and pay attention to whats happening in order to do well.
Kent is one of the best professors I have had at UVU. He made statistics an enjoyable course and made it easy to learn. He helps students understand the material and will review it as many times as you need to until you feel good about it. He also makes himself available to help you 1 on 1 through Zoom if you ever need additional help.
Professor Hinkson is truly cares about his students. He teaches in such a way that makes STATS both easy to understand and enjoyable to learn. He really wants you to succeed and understand the material he is teaching. He is truly one of the best professors at UVU. I would take another class from him in a heartbeat. 5 stars. Would recommend!
This is a difficult topic so I can't imagine just getting any professor for it. Kent I have no doubt is probably the best for this difficult topic. He really does a great job at dumbing it down for a dummy. He also is so hilarious, very genuine and very charismatic. I appreciate how authentic and real he is and I can sense his care for my success
Kent is a great teacher. He really cares about helping his students, and makes himself available outside of class. I took the class live-streamed, and he makes it clear that you don't have to attend, but most students who do attend do better than those who don't. He tries to relate stats to everyday life, which ain't easy.
He treated all the students like adults that can handle their own lives, so he's pretty chill. Overall, he provided an in-depth understanding of stats and did a good job breaking down big problems to manageable tasks. Not very many assignments. Had 1 or 2 HW questions due every week then 2 take home open book tests. Then preps for the depart. final
I am not a person who loved statistics but his teaching style made the material easy to understand. He really cares about if you learn the material and understand it. He doesnt make you memorize formulas, and you dont necessarily need the book to pass the class. He also gives extra credit opportunities and gives review sessions. Would recommend.
Kent has been one of the best professors I've had the pleasure of working with as a student at UVU. Not only is he knowledgable and personable, but he is reasonable grader and he's absolutely hilarious. Recommend going to class to actually do well (I did the class Live Streaming over Zoom). In your favor to do all of the extra credit and work.
Kent is probably one of the best professors I have ever had at UVU! I enjoyed his class and he is a very funny dude! You won't regret taking his class! (-:
Kent is a great professor! Highly recommend. He is really good at simplifying the concepts so that they are easy to understand, and he has no problem and in fact, encourages going over things multiple times to make sure everyone understands. If you've taken stats before this class will be an easy one. Make sure to come to class or you will be lost.
Kent cares about you and wants you to succeed! He was always happy to answer questions in and out of class, he even gave us his personal number so we could contact him easily if we had a question. He gives tons of extra credit opportunities, you will get a good grade if you are willing to do the work. Kent was amazing, I highly recommend him.
As long as you go to class you will learn the material, he is a great teacher who cares about students success more than grades! 10/10 would recommend him to anyone. I had a family emergency come up in the middle of the semester and he was super willing to work with me.
As long as you go to class and participate, you will pass the class. Kent was very understanding and understands that everyone learns differently. He doesn't make you feel dumb when you get answers wrong and will help you better understand the material.
Kent is an amazing professor who will do all he can to help. He really goes out of his way to make sure all of his students do well and understand the material. This was the kind of class where you actually learn the material instead of just passing the class.
Dr. Hinkson is a professor that will do everything in his power to make you succeed in his class as long as you are able and willing to ask for his help. I didn't do very well in his class and that is absolutely due to my performance in his class. He offers plenty of extra credit opportunities and his expectation are more than reasonable.
Kent is incredibly understanding and does so much to ensure your success. Showing up and participating is a must, but you will enjoy his class! He is the best math teacher I have ever had - he will explain the concept as many times as you need if it will help you succeed, and there are no stupid questions. Wish I could take another class from him!
Professor Hinkson always made class very fun and made jokes and what not. He always answered anyones questions whether they were already asked or not. He made sure we all understood the concepts and took the time to review them if someone did not. He prepared us well for the department final and wanted us all to succeed.
The way Kent sets up his class and lectures is perfect. While I don't really like online/remote classes, he makes it well worth it. If you don't understand something, the lectures are recorded to watch back later while doing assignments. Put in the work and you'll definitely come out with a good grade and understanding of stats!
I'm so glad I took stats from Kent. I'm not a math person AT ALL and on the first day of class, he specifically said that he would teach in a way that even people who sucked at math could understand. He's hilarious and encourages questions and is so patient! Great professor!
Great professor, makes you work for it but he makes it easy to understand stats
Kent is seriously an amazing professor! He is very clear about what he expects of his students but is willing to work with you if you are not understanding a concept. Know this class is not an easy A, sometimes the homework will take hours to complete but it will be worth it. Rewatch the recorded lecture while doing homework if you can!
Never been very good at math, but Kent explains different math concepts very well. Not a big equation guy, which i really liked. He looks out for his students and does his best to help them succeed.
I was scared at first, because there is a lot of work. But I learned a crazy amount in this class! Really fun, chill guy, with a crazy past and amazing stories from his time in the Marines. UVU really needs to hire more professors like him, but he is probably one of a kind. Wish I had taken him sooner, learned to write sooner.
I really loved this class and it was not too hard online. reading about 50 pages a week with a quiz and discussion at the end of every week. Quizzes were hard and 30 questions long. the textbook however was easy to understand and very interesting
Professor Hinkerson cares a lot about your success in the class. He also cares a lot about your future careers and inspires others to achieve their dream careers. I have learned a lot and was inspired when taking his class. I'm at awe there was such a teacher in our schools that cares and guides students to success in the class in your career.
Focused on writing a research paper throughout the semester. As long as you meet the criteria for each section & turn it in on time you'll do great. He gives feedback on each section of your paper & most of your final paper/grade is based on applying the feedback. Ask a lot of questions. Best professor ever, helpful, kind and great sense of humor.
Enjoyed this class, super interesting content. Coursework is consistent every single week, except for one research paper. He gives good feedback and is pretty willing to work with you if life gets in the way and you need help. I'd say it's an easy A and you can get by without buying the textbook, I did not open it once this semester.
Very well organized curriculum. Cares deeply. Very involved and seems to genuinely want to help students. The quizzes are difficult but extra credit in the discussions made up the difference for me.
I cannot say enough good about this guy. The final project is worked on throughout the whole semester so when finals come you have already done the challenging part of the course. Always willing to help after class hours and spends a lot of his personal time giving clear and specific feedback to help you learn how to write. Thank you Dr. H!!
I learned so much in this class. Hinkson is very passionate about research and made this class fun too. Do not take this class from any other Professor. We worked on our research paper all semester so it was much easier and we had the time to really dig in and learn all the step. Kent also had a great sense of humor. Class was fun to attend.
Super easy class and professor. Everything is open note. You can take quizzes as many times as you want. He was okay in communicating with the class. My biggest complaint was the discussion assignment. The prompts are open ended and didn't lead to any productive thought. It was disappointing, some of the prompts were interesting. Too many sheep.
The most accessible professor i've ever had! He sent out routine announcements encouraging us or reminding us, and he spent the time to give individual feedback to almost every assignment and discussion. The discussions were hard, because they were broad prompts, but were absolutely the best online experience I've had. I loved this class and him!
Dr. Hinkson made this class enjoyable and made research interesting. The paper is worked on throughout the entire semester which took away stress during finals. His feedback is detailed and specific, showing how much he cares about each student. I always enjoyed coming to class and would definitely recommend taking this class from Dr. Hinkson!
Took Psy2300. Good professor who cares for his student's wellbeing. Super chill. Very opinionated and doesn't have a filter sometimes. Classwork was disorganized and could've been done online. Class time was just answering questions about homework. Needs more structure. Easy grader and has really fascinating background and stories. Take his class.
Dr. Hinkson was passionate about the subject which helped me learn better. He gave personal examples that related to the modules, which allowed me to understand/remember the material more effectively. Although he does take a long time grading, his feedback is helpful and transparent.
I took this class expecting to be bored to tears, but he was funny, informative, and really inspired me as a researcher and therapist! Dr. Hinkson was amazingly kind and considerate. He used an online textbook that is free, and the class is very well organized. Two papers, three exams, weekly quizzes. I learned a lot, so worth it!
Professor Hinkson is someone who takes his job seriously and really cares about the success of his students. He is always sending out updates and making sure people know that he is there if they need help. Of all the online classes I've taken, this was one of the best.
I have loved taking his abnormal psychology class! He is very qualified to be teaching this class. There are two papers that are easy, attendance is not required but class is fun, and he gives you many opportunities to get the grade you want/need.
I took this class because it was a requirement for me, and I have zero regrets. He is by far the best professor I have had in my college career. He is motivated and very knowledgable when it not only comes to abnormal psychology, by any other psychology related questions. He is also a very funny guy.
He was very kind, and provided lots of feedback to questions. he made the class o manegable and it was honestly a pretty easy . He uses a free online textbook, there are 2 papers, 3 exams, and weekly quizzes throughout the semester. He also offers quite a bit of extra credit! I would deffinitelty recommend taking a class from him!
Dr. Hinkson is a seriously fantastic & funny person. He is generous with his time and genuinely wants students to succeed. If you communicate with him early on he is lenient on most due dates. He grades based on submission (not quality) because he wants students to learn. If you are looking for a super rad and chill professor, you've found him! :)
By far the best teacher. He is there for YOU as a student, and truly wants you to succeed. He gives great feedback on papers, and grades his students on creativity and effort more than on APA nit-picky bs. He's hilarious and will always make class a fun, open discussion for everyone to get help with their projects. Definitely recommended!
Professor Hinkson is an engaging and helpful instructor who genuinely cares about student success. His lectures are informative, and the semester-long research paper is manageable with his guidance. unstuck AI was a great study aid.
Kent does such a great job at teaching this class. I was not looking forward to learning statistics, but he made the class enjoyable and made learning every day actually fun. His grading is super easy and he makes sure every person in the class understands everything before a test. If he didn't just have classes M and W I would def take him again!!
OMG! Dr. Hinkson is aMaZiNg! Ive never met a man who is the whole professor package that every student wants. He is fun, so smart, incredibly interesting with the best stories, passionate about what he does and helping people! I honestly think you should not take a class from him as you'll be disappointed with every professor you ever take again
I have never enjoyed a class more. I actually had him for Forensic Psychology, but it wasn't available as a course. I have never had a professor more concerned with how well the students are learning and always being prepared with engaging topics for lectures. I would recommend this professor to anyone. He is fantastic!
Professor Hinkson was an amazing teacher who teaches in a way that anyone can understand (even if you are a slow learner) and takes the time to make sure no one is left behind and struggling. He is super funny and deeply cares about the success of his students. There also isn't a ton of homework in this class which is a huge plus!
He is very understanding and makes intimidating work extremely easy to understand
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