4.5

Mariusz Michal Zadrag

Psychology - University of Ottawa

4.5
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2.5
Difficulty
83%
Would Retake
150
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4.5
Quality
2.5
Difficulty
4.6
Helpful
4.4
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83%

Would Retake

150

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Highly recommend to take any of his classes

PSY3303 - 5.0 rating

Zadrag is by far the best professor I have had in my four years at uOttawa

PSY3303 - 5.0 rating
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26%

Textbook Required

59%

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SOCIALPSYCH

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Reviews (150)
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PSY2110
Feb 16, 2004

Currently a phd student; Teaching approach is completely unique; fosters critical discussion instead of wrote learning; Flexible: don't buy the text if you don't want to, and do projects if you don't like MC tests. Take this class if you can!

5.0
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SOCIALPSYCH
Mar 16, 2005

If you like writing papers take this course. You dont ever have to take a multiple choice test, unless you WANT to!.. No need to attend class. Notes on WEBCT.. Just write 3 Papers and thats all there is to it. Very awsome class.

1.0
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PSY2110
Grade: A
Apr 19, 2005

Unless you enjoy left-wing brainwashing attempts AVOID at all costs!! Minimal material covered, very little factual info presented, too much biased opinion and pointless American/modern society bashing. He shouldn't be teaching in a university. Take if you don't believe in the progress of mankind.

5.0
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SOCIALPSYCH
Aug 8, 2005

A good prof, really nice and makes you think. Likes to challenge students and have students challenge him. His class is easy and interesting and his expectations are clear and easy to attain. The workload is light(you don't need a textbook). If you're looking for a good grade and interesting class, take his!

3.0
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PSY2110
Nov 12, 2005

As a person I think he is kind, and entertaining. As a teacher I think he makes his subject matter interesting. HOWEVER, his lectures are just BARELY on the topic of Social Psychology and he often focuses too much on philosophy. As a student who is required to take the course, and has a very active interested in social psychology I feel I am bei

3.0
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PSY2110
Nov 23, 2005

Not bad. A good class to take if you don't like going to your classes often. It seems there is no need to go to class! He is a good guy, fun, encourages debates and lectures.

5.0
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SOCIALPSYC
Dec 4, 2005

This guy is by far the coolest prof I've ever had. You don't need to get a textbook, and you don't have a midterm, but his lectures are awesome and he loves to discuss things. For the second half of the course I didn't take notes, but you really need to pay attention to the discussions or you'll be lost writings the papers. Hello hot Polish accent!

5.0
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PSY2110
Dec 8, 2005

Wicked prof! Focused more on discussions and debate rather than your cookie cutter prof who spews then expects you to regurgitate information that you forget immediately after your exam. He also doesn't waste your time and money with making you buy a text book you never use like other profs do. Hire more ppl like him! This is what a prof should be!

5.0
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SOCIALPYSCH
Dec 17, 2005

Amazing prof!!! No tests, only three essays with no documentation so as long as you went to classes, you're guaranteed an A. Makes classes really interesting, lots of discussion, and easy on the eyes ;)

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PSY2110
Mar 1, 2006

This felt less like a class and more like a constant debate. Minimal work required and yet I found that I retained more information from discussing than I did from my other classes. His style is different and interesting.

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PSY2303
Sep 16, 2006

he wasn't able to teach the course,just repeated everthing from the book and gave his wierd examples,super wierd examples not related to personality!

5.0
3.0
PSY202
Nov 5, 2006

One of the best profs I have encountered at the UofO. Intelligent, engaging, beautiful. I would take any course he was teaching.

5.0
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PSY202
Apr 4, 2007

The best prof ever! If you ever take social psy take it with this guy! You'll have a pleasant experience.

5.0
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PSY2110
Nov 27, 2007

Great teacher

3.0
3.0
PSYC
Jul 22, 2008

Great teacher!!!! Best professor at Ottawaw U. Take any class you can with him especially PSY3105

5.0
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PSY3124
Sep 16, 2008

Very nice guy, interesting, fun to be in class with. But if you are in his class go for the paper options, his mc are whacked, crazy hard questions

4.0
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PSY3303
Dec 24, 2008

Probably the best class I've taken since I started university. Prof is very outside the box and is open to discussions. There's no textbook so you really have to understand his slides. But overall really nice guy - would take class again with him

5.0
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PSY3303
Jan 13, 2009

I took his Personality class (PSY3303). The reason why he is the perfect fit for this class is that he has the most interesting personality of all the profs i've ever had! He's funny, stimulating, full of knowledge and encouraging. Choose the paper option (instead of his exams) if you want to actually learn something new about yourself!

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PSY3123
May 1, 2009

This professor is awesome! His teaching methods are very stimulating and he is very interesting and funny, so don?t worry your not going to fall asleep in class?There is lots of class discussion, so even though it is not mandatory to go to class, go anyways, you?ll have fun and learn a lot at the same time. Take the project option, if you don?t lik

5.0
1.0
PSY2110
Jun 30, 2009

Best psych prof at uottawa. Best prof in general actually You can clearly tell the man was made to teach. Took social psychology and it was amazing! I promise this prof does not disappoint. Very open and lenient.

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PSY2110
Jul 13, 2009

Nice prof. likes group discussions. A bit too philisophical for me and his exams and papers are a bit tricky. The no textbook was a good bonus though!

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PSY2110
Sep 21, 2009

Great teaching style. This is the only class I look forward to going to each week.

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PSY3303
Dec 31, 2009

Extremely different way of teaching and thinking. Very interesting though. Attend all the classes and you will do well and understand his way of thinking. Choose essay options instead of exams. And before doing the essay, go to his office hours. He is very helpful and wiill explain what he wants from you in the essays. Great prof!

5.0
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PSY3303
Feb 11, 2010

He is by far the best professor I have had. Classes are always fun and interesting. But best of all, he encourages you to to discover something about yourself in his classes. In my opinion, that is more valuable than anything from a textbook!

5.0
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PSY3303
Mar 8, 2010

Absolutely, hands down the best prof I have ever had. I would recommend taking classes with him, his way of thinking is completely different and he is so in love with what he studies and his work. I love to go just to hear him speak.

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PSYA
Mar 13, 2010

You will LOVE this professor! Take any class he teaches. He changed my life as he challenged my way of thinking (you will find out how he did this when you take his class and I highly recommend that you do). Take the paper choice if you want to learn anything of value about who you are in your world.

5.0
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PSY3303
Mar 30, 2010

amazing prof! most meangingful class i've ever attended at univeristy--and i actually am excited to go to it twice a week! you'll love him and you'll learn really deep stuff--not textbook crap

5.0
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PSY3303
Jul 21, 2010

Such an amazing prof! Very interesting class with few assignments. Choose the paper option for the midterm and final but go and talk to him first because it is tricky.

4.0
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PSY3303
Aug 2, 2010

AMAZING! The class could be dry and full of memory work, but Zadrag makes it completely different from anything you would have expected. Do the papers. It will seem like nothing makes sense but by the end you'll love him to death. Truly cares about his students, esp. if you attend class and partake. Absolutely brilliant man and inspiring too =)

5.0
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PSY3303
Sep 18, 2010

best prof ever!! take any class he teaches! he makes his classes very interesting, and he is very helpful.

5.0
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PSY2110
Oct 20, 2010

I can't imagine anyone not loving this professor. He made a class I was sure I would hate one of the most interesting classes I've taken yet. Truly cares about and KNOWS what he's talking about, and he's hilarious. I would take any class he teaches just to hear him talk.

5.0
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PSY3303
Nov 5, 2010

He's the best! Highly recommend. He is so insightful and helps you put everything you learn together and relate it all to yourself. You will truly learn so much more! Life lessons........

5.0
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PSY2110
Nov 5, 2010

The best prof at uOttawa.

5.0
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PSY3303
Dec 17, 2010

He is the best Prof I have ever had. He teaches in a way that you can change your life. This was the only course that I wanted just to go in the class and listen to him not for the mark. Try to have at least one course with him to enjoy education at least for one time.Every body loves Him.

5.0
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PSY3303
Dec 19, 2010

My view of life completely changed because of his class. Possibly the best uOttawa prof!

5.0
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PSY2110
Jan 9, 2011

This professor is truly amazing and inspiring. He is a breath of fresh air and opens up more than just a textbook full of material. He makes you think and encourages you to express yourself in your work. If you get the chance to take a course with him, you will not regret it.

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PSY2110
Feb 11, 2011

Simply the most outstanding professor I have ever had. Definitely take his class, he'll truly inspire you. It's nice to finally have a prof that's not robot-like and actually knows how to teach; Zadrag standards are realistic. Plus, he's one of those professors that tries to be funny but he actually succeeds : ) ENJOY!

5.0
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PSY2110
Mar 22, 2011

Marvellous. Don't miss out on his lectures. If its not inspiration you're looking for and just want an A, Professor Zadrag doesn't believe in 'grades' so there's no way to fail.

5.0
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PSY2110
Mar 25, 2011

Best professor I have ever had. Makes course material so interesting and intriguing. Turns text book material into interesting life related examples. Not your usual university professor when it comes to routine in terms of sit,listen, take notes. He lets you sit,listen and enjoy. Cares for his students. Overall greatest professor.

5.0
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PSY3303
Apr 13, 2011

One of the best professors I've ever had. Very understanding, realistic, FUNNY and really makes you want to come to class. Makes you feel like he's one of us. Plus he's hot.

5.0
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PSY2110
Apr 19, 2011

Don't hesitate to take his course. I can't wait to take theories of personalities with him. Definitely an easy A.

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PERSOD
May 12, 2011

Had him for social psych and personality and trust me when I say write the essays. I hated him in social psych, that's the kind of class you want to learn concrete concepts in, I felt like I was cheated out of learning anything. However, personality is a very good class to take with him. You can learn, AND it's easy.

5.0
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PSY3303
Jun 29, 2011

Best prof I have had so far! He is incredibly interesting to listen to, and you WANT to attend his classes not for the notes, but just to listen to him talk about a subject which he is so incredibly passinate about. For me, he was inspiring, informative and interesting, and opened my eyes to alot of concepts that changed the way I approached life.

5.0
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PSY3303
Sep 20, 2011

Best Professor at Ottawa University.I look forward to going to his classes. I suggest you take his class and you will NOT regret it

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PSYCH3303
Nov 29, 2011

Best proff I've ever had! He's amazing, and makes you learn something about yourself! He's a total inspiration. Write the essay at the end. You will be amazed at how much he will help you learn... and he's smoking hot. If you don't want to come to the class for the lectures, come to just watch him. Gorgeous!

5.0
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PSY3303
Dec 5, 2011

Amazing prof! He is so interesting and passionate about what he teaches that you actually want to go to his class. He also didn't use a textbook with our class so we were just tested on the slides and what is said in class! I suggest to take him if you have the chance too!

4.0
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PSY3303
Dec 9, 2011

Best prof at UO so far. This class changed my life. No textbook, 4 options to choose from for the final evaluation. Only one m/c exam for the midterm. Very passionate and interesting. Knows his material very well. Wish I could've taken more of his classes.

5.0
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PSY3303
Dec 22, 2011

Excellent prof. Midterm was extremely easy, final was slightly harder. Have the option of a oral exam or an essay instead of doing the final. Lectures are very interesting.

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PSY3303
Jan 11, 2012

Really friendly, funny and engaging professor. Knows his stuff and is super passionate about it. Really wants you to take something from the class, rather than just try and get a good grade. Has 3 choices for the final: Exam, Paper or Oral. Should've done the oral exam as it is the easiest because he is there to guide you through.

5.0
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PSY2
Apr 1, 2012

Amazing professor, he is really passionate about what he teaches, and wants us to come out with useful information we can later apply in our lives. Very fair method of evaluation, you can do an oral exam, write a paper, or do a written exam, so depends on what suits you. He is very funny, caring and keeps classes very interesting. He's awesome :)

5.0
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PSY2110
Apr 12, 2012

BEST PROFF EVER!!!!!!! like oh my god AMAZINGGGGG

5.0
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PSY2110
Jun 4, 2012

AMAZING PROFESSOR AND CLASS! Absolutely life changing and you will never get bored of him! :)

5.0
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PSY3303
Jun 13, 2012

AWESOME PROF! I highly recommend him, super helpful, you learn a lot in his class and you can tell he loves his job. A lot of different options for midterm and final. I recommend the oral you learn a lot and he's super easy going for it.

5.0
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PSY3303
Jun 13, 2012

Literally the most inspiring, the most engaging, the most passionate and the most hilarious professor I have ever had. The paper is really tough if you're just a normal, well-adjusted person, though. Go with the regular exam if self-analysis isn't your thing or you don't have a deep, dark past.

5.0
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PSY3303
Jun 14, 2012

The most amazing human being I have had the privilege to listen to. His teachings are pure, genuine, valuable, enlightening, inspiring, directing, meaningful, and absolutely amazing. His class was life-altering for me. I recommend it to anyone in search of meaning and purpose in life.

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PSY3303
Jun 26, 2012

No textbook. Great teacher, want to help you and you can see that he loves what he teaches.

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PSY0
Aug 19, 2012

Genuinely nice and helpful. Assignment expectations are relatively vague, so talk to him one-on-one before doing the essay (& the oral exam is by far the easiest option for the final). He does come across as somewhat preachy, and this was definitely the most abstract PSY class I'd ever taken; very philosophical and introspective.

4.0
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PSY3303
Dec 10, 2012

Amazing professor. Truly cares for his students and is very interested in getting to know you. However, the midterm was relatively hard if you did not know the slides in and out as there is no textbook. It doesnt hurt that hes extremely good looking! Really knows his material and is very passionate. Recommend this tenfold.

5.0
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PSY3303
Dec 12, 2012

Take this class. Period. Mariusz Zadrag is extremely caring, insightful, and open to the thoughts of his students. He offers oral, written, and essay format exams at the end. His class really is a journey focusing not just on the psychologists and theories, but YOU and YOUR life. Remarkable man, and a class that defines what university should be.

5.0
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PSY3303
Dec 19, 2012

Zadrag is an incredible prof. The material covered in class is intriguing, and extremely relevant to your own life. I highly recommend taking the personality course if you are someone looking to learn about and better yourself! 50% MC midterm; 50% final (either MC, Essay, or Verbal final; its up to you!) Overall great experience.

4.0
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PSY3303
Dec 27, 2012

This Prof is just amazing. he's one of the great ones at OU. Take his classes and you wont regret it and theres no way you can recieve lower than a C mark. just do it he's amazing!!!

3.0
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PSY2110
Jan 11, 2013

If you enjoy any sort of directional learning, don't take the class. It's very abstract and your mark is based on how abstract you can get. It was nice for a while but the evaluations were VERY subjective.

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PSY2110
Feb 17, 2013

Great prof, really caring and engaging. It's almost impossible to get a mark below a C but getting an A isn't too easy either. Has high expectations when it comes to papers, and mc can be a bit tricky.

5.0
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PESONALITY
Mar 1, 2013

Get as many courses with this guy if you are in university to actually learn something useful and clever. Unusual teaching method. I owe this man a lot. He opened my mind to wonderful ideas.I am now a graduate student in Psychiatry. I took courses with him a couple of years ago and I still recall his ideas and sayings. Top class Prof. Try him!

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PSY3303
May 15, 2013

Had him for personality and psychology of the family. He is amazing but make sure to get feedback from him on the "Who am I" paper. You have to be very introspective to do well on the paper (which you need in order to be a great psychologist)

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PERSONALITY
Oct 5, 2013

After completing my undergrad, I had to return to university to take one course that was required for admission into a master's in counselling and I am SO happy I took it with him. Honestly, of all the years I have been in university, he was by far my favorite professor. So knowledgeable, down to earth and real. Such an inspiring individual.

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PSY2110
Nov 9, 2013

The concepts aren't easy but he does such a good job teaching them and is very engaging, at least with our class, getting people to talk and debate and give their input. He is always open for more help and clear things up and is so progressive as a teacher with the multiple options for your final.

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PSY3123
Dec 13, 2013

Very charismatic, engaging prof, lots of options for evaluation. Almost impossible to fail, but getting an A+ isn't very likely either. Majority of people end up with 70's- multiple choice can be really confusing and has high expectations for the paper. Considering the material is so simple you would expect marks to be higher

4.0
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PSY2110
Dec 22, 2013

Funny, engaging and passionate prof. Discourages electronics but the class is so interesting that you will want to participate in the discussion (even in a 7-10 class!). No text as he feels that personal experience is more important than textbook experience. Can't get below a 60 unless you try to. Take this class, or any classes, with him!

5.0
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PSY3303
Jan 8, 2014

Really great! Taking this course with anyone else would mean you really miss out. Really philosophical though, but amazing proff. He's inspiring, easy going.. really gonna learn something from him. Bonus is no textbook, so save money!

5.0
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PSY2110
Jan 12, 2014

Excellent professor overall. While his lectures tend to be more philosophical, he does a great job conveying his messages. The workload is light (1 Midterm 1 Final). No textbook used. However, you will do yourself a favor in not underestimating his exams. Multiple Choice can be quite tricky; memorize key concepts well for fill-in-the-blank, etc.

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PSY2110
Mar 21, 2014

Fantastic! He is engaging, entertaining and funny. He teaches his classes like he Is telling a story. He is incredibly passionate and loves what he does. One of the best professors I've ever had. The class is fantastic, no textbook and only two examinations. Take this class with him!

4.0
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PSY2110
Grade: A+
Apr 11, 2014

Awesome professor! He is the most entertaining/engaging prof I have had so far! If you fail the midterm he allows a take home assignment to bump your mark to a 60, he also provides you with options for the final (Written exam, final paper, oral exam) which is awesome!

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PSY3123
Apr 12, 2014

He's an engaging prof who loves what he does, and is a little wacky. But don't expect an A. If you have any kind of psychological issue, it's impossible to get more than a B+ on the final (if you don't do the test). He'll say you're "stuck in the disembodied side."

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PSY2110
Apr 24, 2014

Amazing prof that should be taken whenever possible. Easiest A+ of my life. Studied the night before for the midterm and got 94 and the final exam can be a paper, written or oral exam (I recommend the latter). Extremely interesting lectures as well.

5.0
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PSY3123
Grade: A
May 29, 2014

Best professor I've had at University so far.:D

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PSY2110
Grade: B
May 31, 2014

Really awesome prof, I highly enjoyed his lectures and actually wanted to go to them. Midterm and Final are not super easy, but it's also pretty hard to fail unless you really don't try.

5.0
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PSY2110
Grade: A+
Jun 10, 2014

Amazing prof. So passionate about what he's teaching!

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PSY2110
Jun 14, 2014

Amazing teaching!

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PSY3303
Grade: A
Jun 25, 2014

AWESOME professor. One of the best I've had. Incredibly passionate about what he teaches, and the final paper was a challenging and fantastic learning experience.Be warned though, his exams are not a walk in the park. Other than that though, highly recommended!

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PSY2110
Sep 2, 2014

Outstanding professor. Interesting lectures and viewpoints, no textbook required, and a light workload. His exams are tricky but not impossible to get 90s on if you memorize the slides. Minimal studying time required for an A+ in this course. Highly recommended.

4.0
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PSY3123
Sep 18, 2014

I took all his classes and got A's in all of them. Not hard if you're introspective. He's a great prof. I even nominated him for an award one year. However, I was surprised and disappointed last semester to find him quite condescending one on one. I really looked up to him prior to that.

5.0
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PSY2110
Jan 13, 2015

Amazing professor. He is so passionate about what he teaches and wants his students to do well. Loved that he was funny but never tried to be "cool" to relate to his students. Midterms are reflective of what was explored in class, but you definitely need to study. Gave many options for final assignment other than exam, very accommodating.

5.0
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PSY3303
Grade: A+
Apr 18, 2015

One of the best profs I ever had! He cares too much about his students, and his lectures are interesting and deep. He's funny and clear about what he wants. Studying for the midterm requires a great deal of memorization since all you have to do is the slide; however, if you decide to do the oral final exam, you need to have a deep understanding.

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PSY3303
Apr 24, 2015

Best prof Ive had in university. Super clear, gives good examples. The guy knows the material super super well. If you want to develop as a person this is probably the best course you could take.

5.0
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PSY2110
Apr 26, 2015

BEST PROF EVER! Actually cares about EDUCATION!

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PSY3303
Apr 27, 2015

If you are taking Psych in your undergrad, make sure you take a course with him. You will get a totally unique learning experience.

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PSY
Grade: A-
Apr 29, 2015

Amazing courses, especially Personality course, and gives plenty of options for grading, whether it be a written exam, an oral exam, a paper or a completely open project.

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PSY3123
Grade: A
May 25, 2015

I left this course with a better understanding of myself. I wrote the final take-home essay that forced me to question my own life and behavior and I have never forgotten that experience. He takes teaching to a whole new level.

5.0
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PSY3103
Grade: A
Aug 22, 2015

Professor Zadrag is one of the best psych profs I've had. Not only are his lectures amazing, he really wants to get to know students during office hours by helping with papers, through the oral exam, etc. With his stories and jokes he makes class so interesting!

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PSY2110
Aug 28, 2015

Incredible professor who really knows his material and his students. I audited the course so I didn't go to the midterm and then the next lecture he recognized it, came up to me after class and asked if I wanted to write it at another time. Engineering could use more professors like that

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PSY
Grade: A+
Sep 8, 2015

He is the best (or at least one of the best) teacher I've ever had! He is so inspirational, I almost cried many times in his lectures. The lectures are really straightforward and clear, you need to pay attention in class and everything will be fine. Got an A+!

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PSY3303
Dec 23, 2015

Absolutely love this professor! He is very sweet and makes lectures very entertaining and interesting. He is there for his students and wants you to succeed. The university needs more professors like him!

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PSY3303
Dec 24, 2015

This personality class is like no other! Basically, it's more about understanding your personality than others'. Simply because: how can you understand others' personality if you don't understand your own? He is an incredible teacher. His speech is not to fast and really clear. He makes us requestion ourselves and the society we live in. Y

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PSY2110
Jan 4, 2016

Awesome professor, lectures are super interesting. Definitely need to take with this professor. Exams are straightforward and gives you multiple chances to redeem yourself should you do poorly.

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PSY2110
Jan 8, 2016

Prof zadrag is one of the best profs youll have. He truly inspires students. If hes teaching a course, its a MUST take. His lectures are stimulating and the material goes beyond just memorizing to actually understanding and working with the content. Would definitely take the course again with him as he gives options on what to do for the final

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PSY3303
Grade: A
Jan 11, 2016

Dr. Zadrag is one of the best professors I've had at uOttawa. He's passionate about what he teaches and makes it very interesting to learn. Also so amazing to talk to after class or during office hours. Wishing I could take more classes with him. Midterms are multiple choice, gives many options for final exam (paper, written-test or oral exam).

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PSY3303
Mar 14, 2016

Professor Zadrag is my favorite professor at UOttawa, truly inspirational and makes you think more deeply about yourself and the world around you. Would take every class with him if possible!!

5.0
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PSY2110
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 7, 2016

Zadrag is a highly charismatic and personable professor. He encourages participation in class discussion and commentary on important issues. He tries to see students as individuals -- not just numbers. The social psychology course helped me discover myself and this world. Studying his slides will ensure an A+ grade! No textbook assigned:) Reccomend

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PSY2110
Apr 27, 2016

Great lecturer. Hilarious. He is always there for you. The midterms come straight from his slides, which can be tough, but go to class! The lectures are great. You can drop the final exam and write a 10-page paper instead, or make a project. No quizzes, or textbook required, but you have to read his slides thoroughly if you want to pass. Easy A.

5.0
3.0
PSY2110
Grade: A-
May 3, 2016

He is AMAZING! So inspiring, makes you think about the most common phenomena and re-evaluate many concepts in your life. WRITE the paper, not for him but for yourself. His class is designed to help you as a PERSON, not as a 'number'. Two midterms, from slides (all mcq) & average difficulty. No textbook. If you're looking for inspiration, take him!!

4.0
3.0
PSY3303
Grade: Not sure yet
May 21, 2016

Fantastic prof! Dr. Zadrag is really passionate about the material and you can really see it in the way he lectures. He makes jokes and gives you plenty of real life examples which really helps you understand the content. Make sure you study his slides and you'll do fine on the midterms, also gives multiple options for final exam. Would take again!

4.0
4.0
PSY3303
Jun 15, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Go to class. You will need to hear his explanations, because truthfully the English on his slides doesn't make much sense. Individually the words he uses are right, but when stuck together in a sentence it's confusing af. His exams are pretty tough; you need to study thoroughly, because literally anything is testable in his class.

3.0
5.0
PSY3303
Grade: A
Jun 15, 2016
Wouldn't take again

If you don't like philosophy I don't recommend you take a class with this prof. This prof approaches everything philosophically. Pay attention in class, his slides make no sense. Gives you many options instead of writing an exam for the final.

5.0
2.0
PSY2110
Jul 24, 2016
Would take again

I had him for Social Psych and he was amazing. No textbook but he does post ppts. Take notes and listen, he makes it easy to pass. 2 midterms, a makeup exam if you fail, an optional paper & for the final you have 3 choices (project, written exam or ?. He really wants students to learn and challenge themselves! Do it, you won't regret it at all! 3

5.0
4.0
PSY3303
Grade: A-
Jul 28, 2016
Would take again

Wow. Prof Zadrag is by far the best prof I have ever had the priviledge of being taught by. He cares so much about students and his passion for what he teaches makes classes so enjoyable. You don't have to go to class but trust me you won't want to miss a single lecture. You will learn so much from him. Every person should take this class with him!

5.0
4.0
PSY3303
Grade: A
Sep 6, 2016
Would take again

Zadrag is a very good prof but if you're not interested in philosophy and self-reflection you will not enjoy his class. He want you to go deeper than the surface and really explore the topics as they apply to you. His tests are fair IF YOU STUDY and really think about things. In this class, simply memorizing the slides won't be enough for that A.

Inspirational
Hilarious
5.0
2.0
PSY3303
Grade: A
Sep 16, 2016
Would take again

Dr. Zadrag is one of the best professors I have encountered in my life. He is brilliant, obviously, but also inspirational and enthusiastic. He captivates the class with his rhetoric, funny anecdotes, and examples from his own family. This man was born to be a teacher. He also makes you feel like you can trust him, obviously a therapist! 10/10.

Inspirational
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
2.0
PSY3303
Dec 3, 2016
Would take again

AMAZING PROF, very passionate and conveys material well! He challenges you and your meaning of life, etc. He genuinely cares about his students and makes an effort to get to know them. No textbook, just 2 midterms (average of both grades or take the higher 2nd one) and one final (mc, SA, fill in the blanks or paper) and chance for makeup.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Inspirational
5.0
3.0
PSY2110
Dec 6, 2016
Would take again

The most amazing, stimulating, inspirational prof I have ever had. I didn't have to study much because his lectures are so clear and stimulating that I soaked it all in. He is so knowledgable and gives plenty of opportunity to succeed (gives option of final paper or exam and takes best grade if you do both!). Unbelievable prof! - Science student

Skip class? You won't pass.
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
4.0
3.0
PSY2110
Grade: A
Dec 8, 2016
Would take again

One of the best profs I've had. He is so funny and smart. He tests you on the slides only, but you'll want to go to class just because he is so entertaining.

Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
PSY3303
Dec 10, 2016
Would take again

I advise every uOttawa student to take PSY 3303 especially with Professor Mariusz Michal Zadrag. The course material is extremely powerful! It focuses on the Real self and it is also a person-focused learning. Professor Zadrag is amazing and deeply cares about his students!!! The course load is not heavy and you can relate to it.

Inspirational
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
4.0
PSY3303
Grade: A
Dec 12, 2016
Would take again

EXCELLENT PROFESSOR!!!! Highly recommend to take any of his classes. His lecture are such a breeze, but so full of interesting facts and he is so insightful. You learn a lot in the course, and the oral exam, awesome experience!

Inspirational
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
2.0
PSY3303
Grade: A
Dec 19, 2016
Would take again

By far the most amazing human being to set foot on this earth. Not only is he a great prof but he genuinely cares for every single student he has or had. He allows the material to relate to your life and engages with the students every class. His finals are the true reason I have taken 2 years with him, the oral exam changed my life.

Inspirational
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
PSY2110
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 20, 2016
Would take again

Great prof. 2 midterms 50% of grade first one is optional. If your second midterm grade is higher he takes that grade, if lower, he does the average. Final is worth 50%-3 options- written exam, multimedia presentation or an essay, do all of them and he'll give the best grade. No textbook, posts slides on blackboard. Go to class and participate.

Inspirational
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
2.0
PSY3303
Grade: A
Jan 8, 2017
Would take again

He is the most intriguing prof the university has to offer. Coming to class was actually enjoyable because it was worthwhile to hear him lecture. I definitely do not regret taking this course. He is a real gem!

Inspirational
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
3.0
PSY3303
Grade: B+
Jan 9, 2017
Would take again

Prof. Zadrag is guaranteed to be different form any profs you've ever had in the past. His lectures are captivating and he always gives you something to think about. You learn so much from this class, things that you wouldn't expect to learn in university, things about yourself! I would recommend this prof to anyone, even those not in psychology.

Inspirational
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
4.0
5.0
PSY3303
Grade: B+
Feb 13, 2017
Would take again

I loved this class because I found it so interesting and really appreciated how eccentric Professor Zadrag is. The lectures are worth going to and will definitely help your understanding of the power point slides. HEAVY CONTENT!! I believe we learned 12 theorists over the semester. Exams are fair but very very very very detailed and hard.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
Hilarious
3.0
2.0
PSY2110
Grade: A
Mar 6, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Decent professor. No readings so all information is on slides. Rambles a lot. Interesting concepts but difficult to know specific material to study.

GRADED BY FEW THINGS
Caring
5.0
4.0
PSY3303
Apr 13, 2017
Would take again

Prof. Zadrag is by far the best professor I have had in my four years at uOttawa. He is inspirational, funny, kind, and caring. There is no textbook, so the slides are sometimes intimidating with the amount of information on them. Exams were difficult, but fair. Lectures are awesome. Go go go!! He was a class I never ever wanted to miss.

Inspirational
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
4.0
PSY3103
Grade: B+
May 14, 2017
Would take again

Extremely interesting captivating prof, I could listen to him lecture for hours and not get bored! He truly cares about his students and wants them to succeed. Midterms and tests could be difficult, not an easy A but you learn a lot from him which makes it worth it.

Hilarious
Caring
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
2.0
PSY3303
Grade: A
May 16, 2017
Would take again

BEST PROF EVER. Class fills up fast, take it!! You will learn SO much about personality, but more importantly about yourself! He genuinely cares about every person who walks in. Final exam you have an option between written, oral or a paper. Can't say enough how insightful/ this class is. It would be mandatory for all psych students, you'll love it

Respected
Inspirational
Hilarious
4.0
3.0
PSY3303
Grade: Rather not say
May 24, 2017
Wouldn't take again

He is such a great prof. I learned so much during his lectures. His tests are really memorization heavy, but other than that I'd recommend him.

Inspirational
Amazing lectures
Caring
2.0
3.0
PSY3303
May 31, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Lectures were hit and miss. Multiple choice exams are all memorization.

Tough Grader
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
2.0
PSY3303
Grade: Not sure yet
Jun 21, 2017
Would take again

Most amazing prof and amazing person. Lectures were very interesting, i was always excited to come to class. You learn a lot about yourself. Study for the exams and you'll do well. Consider writing the final paper, it might change your life.

Inspirational
Clear grading criteria
Caring
1.0
4.0
PSY3303
Jun 30, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Multiple choice exams were all memorization even though he is against memorization. I found the lectures long and he would go off topic frequently. Basically just a history class of 12 different theorists.

TEST HEAVY
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
5.0
3.0
PSY3103
Grade: A-
Nov 13, 2017
Would take again

he changed my life

Respected
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
5.0
1.0
PSY2110
Grade: B+
Dec 5, 2017
Would take again

Best prof I had in my life. He's so caring about your success and he wants you to pass no matter what. I wish all profs were like him!

Amazing lectures
Caring
Would take again
5.0
3.0
PSY2110
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 8, 2017
Would take again

TAKE HIM. His lectures are not just lectures. Each day I learned something new about myself with him. He also really encourages participation so I highly recommend it! 2 multiple choice tests and a final where you get to pick either a paper or written exam. or both! Have fun in his class!

Respected
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
PSY2110
Dec 10, 2017
Would take again

I don't know who I love more: Haddad or Zadrag. He's is a great teacher, I could go to class angry and he would make my day better. There are a lot of words on his slides but you should still pay attention and write down what he says because he does add to it. Also, go to class... He wants you to "experience" the class and it's a great experience!

Inspirational
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
PSY3303
Grade: B+
Dec 12, 2017
Would take again

BESt prof. 1st time in my university life I feel like Im getting more than I paid for. This guy is the OG psychology professor. He teaches ur brain and heals your fu$ken soul. No vodoo sh!t. Straight up

5.0
2.0
PSY2110
Dec 19, 2017
Would take again

Great prof! He truly cares about his students and wants to enlighten them. 2 midterms and a choice of a paper about yourself and/or final exam. Mostly multiple choice and all based on the slides (no readings). The lectures are interesting, but definitely not a class you have to attend. Lots of videos and class discussions during the lectures.

Inspirational
Amazing lectures
Caring
4.0
3.0
PSY3303
Grade: A
Dec 20, 2017
Would take again

Something is a little off about him but he is a pretty good prof and if you review your notes enough, it will be sufficient to get a decent grade

5.0
3.0
PSY2110
Grade: A+
Jan 15, 2018
Would take again

Funny, inspiring and caring. Conveys the material effectively and elaborates in an interesting way. No textbook, so only the slide material was on the exams. The existential phenomenology unit which he researchers is interesting but can be hard to grasp if you don't come to class as it is very philosophical. Learned more about myself in this class.

Inspirational
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
3.0
PSY3303
Mar 20, 2018
Would take again

Best class I've taken so far! (And I've had many great profs). This class was truly amazing. Only take the class if you are willing to dive deep, it makes you question everything you thought about yourself. I loved this class and I loved this prof! INCREDIBLE!

Inspirational
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
PSY3303
Mar 21, 2018
Would take again

Prof. Zadrag is super charismatic and kept me captivated during each lecture! Take this class! The material is all on the slides and the exams are MC. The class discussions make each lecture worth attending! He makes you question everything! Best prof by far!

Inspirational
Amazing lectures
Caring
3.0
3.0
PSY3303
Grade: Not sure yet
Mar 27, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Found his MC exams a bit confusing and not straightforward. He is very passionate about what he does but has too much of a philosophical spin on psychology.

Respected
TEST HEAVY
5.0
3.0
PSY2110
Apr 5, 2018
Would take again

Hilarious prof who manages to keep students really engaged! Anyone who has taken Social psych with another prof all said it was really dry, but that wasn't the case at all with this guy! My only criticism is that concepts can sometimes be difficult to grasp, especially towards the end, but other than that, he's fantastic!

Hilarious
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
Amazing lectures
3.0
3.0
PSY3303
Apr 6, 2018
Wouldn't take again

A lot of people like him, but I personally found his class to be very content heavy. For example, his slides have 100 words each. It might also just be that this psychology branch is not tailored to my interests. He is a good man though and encourages class participation. Two fair exams and a final. You can also write a paper (optional).

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Hilarious
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
4.0
PSY3303
Grade: A
Apr 6, 2018
Would take again

Take this class if you are interested in learning more about yourself! To people saying he rambles, or he's too philosophical, you are all clearly missing the point of the course. The content has questions you'll ask yourself in your 40s if you hit a midlife crisis, so better to face it now than later! You'll be genuinely happier if you learn now!

Inspirational
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
PSY3303
Grade: A
Apr 15, 2018
Would take again

If everyone in the world took this course, it would be a better place. Class is not mandatory but if you go you will understand the concepts rather than have to memorize them. If you suffer from any form of mental illness, do yourself a favour and take personality with him. Each class was like a group therapy session. Changed my perspective on life

Inspirational
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
4.0
PSY3303
Grade: A-
Apr 26, 2018
Would take again

His lectures are stimulating. He wants to inspire students to learn more about themselves outside of the classroom with the material he covers. Unfortunately, the exams are mostly memorization--lots of MCs. He is one of my favourite professors, so I absolutely recommend him--just get ready to memorize and regurgitate

Skip class? You won't pass.
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
PSY2110
Jun 8, 2018
Would take again

I absolutely loved this prof! I actually looked forward to coming to class each week because he makes every lecture so interesting and inspirational; he cares so much about every student and really conveys the material in a way that pulls you in. Midterms were slightly tricky, but if you study enough you'll do fine! No textbook too.

Inspirational
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
PSY3303
Dec 12, 2018
Would take again

Amazing prof! Easily one of the best I've had out of my 4 years at uOttawa. He makes you want to come to class and it really opens your eyes to different perceptions and understand yourself. Format was easy to do well on: 2 midterms (each 25%) and one final exam (worth 50%), all multiple choice.

Inspirational
Amazing lectures
4.0
4.0
PSY3303
Grade: A-
Jan 8, 2019
Would take again

Very insightful prof. Very much enjoyed the content. Tests are MC but pretty tricky, so you must know content well. No textbook. Not available easily outside of class, doesnt use email.

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
Amazing lectures
4.0
4.0
PSY3303
Grade: C+
Jan 16, 2019
Would take again

Mr Zadrag is ranked as easy, however this personality class was quite hard for me. His lectures are inspiring and he introduces us to an alternative way of approaching psychology. I would recommend him for sure!

Tough Grader
Inspirational
5.0
3.0
PSY3303
Jun 23, 2019
Would take again

I write this a year and a half after taking his class. I sat in the front and listened to him speak all lectures and learned so many things that have helped me and had a positive impact on my life. I am thankful to have this taken this course during my university experience.

5.0
2.0
PSY3303
Grade: B-
Sep 18, 2019
Would take again

He is THE BEST teacher I have EVER had. All through high school & university I sat at the back of the class. This changed as Mr. Zadrag is so inspirational & completely changed my outlook on life. I loved his teaching so much that I sat at the very front of the class. He is truly amazing. 0 negative comment about him. 11/10! look out for his book!

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
3.0
PSY3303
Mar 26, 2020
Would take again

If you're taking PSY3303 (Personality) you should ONLY take it with professor Zadrag. This guy is awesome. His lecture material was so applicable to life which made the material easier to understand and made you actually want to learn. His lectures were ones I ACTUALLY looked forward to/wanted to attend!

Inspirational
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
PSY3303
May 16, 2020
Would take again

Great prof; the lectures were very inspirational. He puts a lot of effort into his teaching. Exam was a bit difficult.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Inspirational
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