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This class is very difficult, but hes not as bad as everyone says. He gives all exam questions & answers, but its difficult to remember all the information and STATE EXPLAIN and give an EXAMPLE. I have learned a lot in this class and would be happy w/ a D

I don't agree with everything he teaches, but I respect him. He is wonderful at what he does.

great teacher and fun. if you study like he says you shouldnt have a problem passing the course. It was an interesting year for me and I never got sleepy.. thats a plus!

best prof at shepherd. he cares about the material and cares about his students. he is demanding, and rightfully fails students who fail to grasp the material. take darboe if you are serious about learning about real issues that plague U.S. society.

Best proffessor. He cares about the subjects and expects students to take them seriously. Those who work hard and want to LEARN will do well. Those wanting only to pass will fail. Taste the difficulty of grad school. He is only disliked by the resentful.

Simply one of the best professors I have ever had. Difficult but worth every bit of work put into his class. Extremely helpful if you suck it up and go to him and ask questions. Demands that students apply themselves-otherwise they will not make it.

Great teacher. Very accessible. Very demanding. Memorization is key. This isn't high school so be prepared to think and to work.

I had him for my first class ever at Shepherd. Mistake! He is not a good teacher unless you are one of the girls. On the first test out of 35 students two passed. One with a D one with a C. Doesn't say much about his teaching.

easiest class i've ever taken, i got As on all quizzes and tests so far, even a 100! so people complaining are just the people who shouldn't be in college

If you can parrot what he says to the exact word, you can pass his class. If you like to put the ideas into your own words, do it VERY CAREFULLY. If you change the meaning of your answer just a little by doing so, he will count it incorrect.

Dr.Darboe is very hard, but a wonderful teacher. He's very intelligent and is willing to help if you ask. He'll keep helping until you've learned it. Dr.Darboe makes you earn the grade he doesn't give it to you. You have to be willing to sit and study his lectures every day if not you will fail.

HERE IS THE DEAL. If you are looking for an easy A, DO NOT take this teacher. If you want a teacher who will encourage you to think for yourself, teach with extreme clarity, and make an impression on you for life then TAKE HIM. YOU are paying for this, make it worth it. Challenge yourself. DO IT!

Dr Darboe is my favorite professor at Shepherd by far, wonderful, funny man. If you want a class that will help you and make you think.. go for it. I really enjoyed the class and even though it was tough at times it was all worth it.

I stumbled across this site and thought I'd check out some of my old professors. I graduated from Shepherd in '94. I'll tell you guys something... if you take his class, you'll remember him more than anyother professor in school. Take him...it will pay off in the long run.

he is kind of hard, you just have to pay attention he gives you everything you need to know his stories are good too and he is funny He is one of my favorite professors.

awesome

You will remember everything you learn in this class. Take Dr. Darboe and learn something in college! Even though the class may be hard it is also very interesting and fun. He's a really great teacher and helps you every step of the way.

DARBOE OWNS YOU! THEN HE LAUGHS ABOUT IT!!! BEST TEACHER I'VE EVER HAD!

Great I loved his class

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I've never had a teach that has more knowledgable about the subject matter at hand... GREAT TEACHER

Darboe graduated from an Ivy League institution and you never will... True Story

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This man is the greatest prof. I've ever had the honor of learning from. His lessons will be with me forever. After being away from Shepherd for almost 10 years, I still miss him.

Even though I got a D in this class, I still think it was one of the best classes I've ever had and Darboe is certainly one of the best instructors I've ever had!

Even though I got a D in this class, I still think it was one of the best classes I've ever had and Darboe is certainly one of the best instructors I've ever had!

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way difficult but quality dude.

Everyone told horror stories about him, but as long as you go to the class, pay attention, review your notes, everything's fine and dandy! His teaching style is so unqiue, I loved it!

As long as you take notes, attend class, and pay attention, he is a great teacher.

His classes are very clear and informative, but he grades his tests very unreasonably....If you don't put exactly what he wants on his essay exams, which are pretty much all his exams, then you will not do well...I liked his class and I came out of it with a B

When i first took Darboe i thought this guy is crazy. However he was a very hard instructer, i believe i have learned more from him then any other teacher i have ever had. There is horror stories, rumers, and whatever. Those people can believe whatever they want, but he really is a brillant person.

Ok, so everyone says that you won't learn anything. But they're dead wrong. He's difficult, but I've never learned more in one class. Kids just don't like having to work for their class. You can't snooze through this guy's class. If you aren't willing to work, don't take him. But if you want to really learn from a brilliant man, take Darboe!

He is an awesome teacher and you learn ALOT. He actually got me interested in sociology. You should read and study a little everynight. Tests are long and he is the toughest grader ever. Even if you think you got an A...at most you got a C.

--One tough class-- Darboe is a true professor. If you want to learn A LOT then shoot for him. However, if you have some other demanding courses (such as myself), and you're not a sociology major, then I wouldn't recommend it. Most horror stories are bunk... he's always ready to talk with those who need or want help, and I know this first-hand.

Well I am a sociology major with concentration on criminal justice and my friend had told me that I should take Darboe for intro because it would help me alot. Yes, the tests aren't a piece of a cake, but I learned so much from Darboe I did get C in the class, but better than any A I ever got!!! Darboe will help you if you go seek it!

His class is extremely difficult, but I enjoyed it. I do not regret taking it, but the, literally, 17 or 18 people who dropped did. Seriously, there were only like 7 people left at the end. According to the grades I received I should have failed the class... but I got a B. So, I think he's fair... in the end.

very hard, but i earned a lot. dont take if you want an a

great teacher, extremely hard.

He is a really hard teacher. Have to write everything he says. However, he is more than willing to help you and is a good teacher who knows what he is teaching. He expects you to study, and to pass you have to study a lot, but if you are interested in sociology, I personally think he was a good teacher.

Definitely not who you should take if you want an easy A. The only grades are tests and a quiz before each test. The quiz is easy if you study, the tests are intense. I honestly liked the class and learned alot, even though I didn't make as high of a grade as I would have liked.

Extremely hard teacher, but I learned so much. I failed basically all of the test but I attended all of the classes and a participated and I got a "C", he is really helpful if you just approach him, He is always available during office hours. Everyone does drop the class, so the students who do stay see that Darboe just puts on an act until everyon

Darboe teaches a very hard class. He is always willing to go over a test or help out a student. You'll have to change the way you learn and the way you study to pass the class, but if you get used to it, it's not so bad.

Dr. Darboe is great prof. I don't understand how one could fail his class because he will tell you /everything/ that will be on the exam. He's not manipulative, evil, or out to get you. All that's required is actual EFFORT. He explains how societies have developed step by step and at least for me, it was understandable. AWESOME PROF!

Extremely difficult, but passable. I got an A. Write down definitions word for word and have him check them (and your example for each definition). About a week before a test ask for practice questions. Do them and take them to him as many times as necessary. Stay focused and practiced. A lot of work, but the only way to have a hope of passing.

Best Professor ever!

Awesome Professor! He is hard, but if you want to learn, go to graduate school, or learn good studing techniques, then you should take him. It just takes a little effort and you can easily get an A.

I took every class I could take from Dr. Darboe. I added a second major in Sociology because of Dr. Darboe. He challenges his students and pushes them to the brink of their ability. I am forever grateful for the chance to have him as a professor!

Very helpful to the dedicated student. You will need to push yourself but you will learn a lot. He will push you too. I don't think he understands why I missed the top McMurran Scholar, but I was incapacitated for a while.

Memorize the definitions and the examples & check all of them with him. Understand the theories inside and out. You won't get any credit for BSing and this man can spot it a mile away. He's tough, but he knows what he's talking about. Taking him again and looking forward to it.

Dr. Darboe is a great professor. He honestly cares that every student succeeds. Dr. Darboe explains everything very well and helps anyone who asks him. Some people may say that he is tough, but it is because he actually has expectations for his students unlike most professors. I would recommend anyone taking him, you will learn so much.

Great professor. He is very challenging, but he is willing to help his students when they ask for it. His lectures are interesting. Do NOT miss a class because you will fall behind. I strongly recommend him to anyone because he makes you think and you will learn a lot.

very tough, very smart, very helpful..hardest professor ive ever had but also the professor ive learned the most from. I recommend taking him, but not if you arent prepared to give your all.

Dr. Darboe is the best professor I have had at Shepherd. He goes over everything that will be on the exams and makes sure everybody understands the information. Doesn't base the exams on memorizing material, but rather concepts that he goes over with you in class. His class is very easy once you figure out his style of teaching. Highly recommend

This class is super easy once you truly UNDERSTAND.Don't over-think. Do not miss a single class, takes off points. Go in to talk to him if you need help. He is very willing and inspiring. His lectures are fascinating. It's a "tough love" situation.He wants u to do well so he will not lower his standards.

Dr. Darboe is an inspirational man. He is very demanding and expects all of his students to perform their best. I took him for every class he offered. He is respectable and will help any and every student. The horror stories are simply from people who are too incompetent to grasp material. Expect a challenge but I recommend him to everyone!

Dr. Darboe is very demanding and expects all of his students to perform their best. I think that if you can understand how to take his exams and study with others, and more importantly READ THE BOOK you will do fine. He is respectable and will help any and every student. Expect a challenge but I recommend him to everyone!

If you're a sociology major, take him for intro and you'll be glad you did. If you're not a soc major or minor...forget it.

intro to Sociology

he has a bad reputation but hes one of the best teachers ive ever had. he explains things so clearly that it seems completely obvious. he really makes you learn. his tests are hard but only because you have to prove to him that you really know and understand the information. i would recommend taking him if you are serious about taking the class.

Dr. Darboe was such an awesome teacher. He is difficult to understand at first, but you get used to his accent. I learned more in his class than I have in any other class. The class is very difficult though. Lots of studying and YOU MUST ATTEND CLASS.

Dr. Darboe is a very good teacher and knows what he is talking about, but the class is not easy by any means. You will have to study, a lot. He will help you if you need it, and you will learn the material. Study hard and you'll be fine. If you're a slacker, this class is not for you

His class is probably one of the hardest classes I've taken, but I really learned a lot. And if you want help, he will give you as much as you need.

ITS IN THE BOOK. Tips for Darboe students. Know your definitions by heart and be able to give a real world example of it. Don't just practice the definition, practice coming up with examples. Read the book,than read it again and than read it again. Go to his office ask questions. Do not miss classes. Go in with an open mind. Darboe changed my life!

Dr. Darboe is a very good teacher. His class is harder than most you will take here at Shepherd but the quality of teaching he adheres to is top notch. His accent makes him a little hard to understand but he has no problems in clarification. I intend o take another class he teaches.

Dr. Darboe is a great professor. A lot of people say they don't like him but personally I think he's great. He has a thick accent but after a few classes you get used to it! His lectures may be confusing at times but he is more then welcome to clarify if you need it. In his class you are only graded on exams and pop quizzes so make sure you study!

Dr. Darboe is a challenging but considerate professor. His class is tough but its because he truly believes in you and wants to push you to your full potential.

Gives pop quizzes, but always the class before you have a test. He only tests when you know the information, or after a chapter is finished. Very friendly. If you talk to him, he will work with you. Challenging teacher, but you will actually understand and learn the information.

His class is really tough, but it is worth taking. Darboe prepare you for real life. His test are essays and if you know the concepts and could explain them you will do just fine. If you are looking for an easy A, Darboe is not it.

A lot of people complain about Dr. Darboe expecting too much, but that's really not the case. His tests give you at least 10 different questions to choose from and you only have to answer about 3 or 4. Obviously your answers need to be substantial but it's nice to be able to choose what you are most comfortable with. You will learn a lot!

If you miss classes you will fail. The best way to pass his classes are to take notes and ask questions.

Dr. Darboe expects A LOT. But he explains concepts in depth. He tells you what is on the test. It's up to you to show him that you learned something. He will help you if you ask. His accent does not make the class hard. The hurdle to overcome in his classes is to take responsibility for your own shortcomings.

He's class is difficult because I'm used to cramming things I usually don't understand and that's not an option here. You have to understand what he's teaching in order for you to pass the class. Believe me this class is more difficult than high school honors and AP together, whether you're out of state or in state. It's worth taking though.

He's a fantastic teacher. If you're looking for a class to skip and pass, keep moving, he doesn't want to teach you. If you are looking to actually learn the material, TAKE HIS CLASS. He's willing to help you if you go to his office, he'll explain it until you get it. He is a tough grader, but as long as you take time to learn it, you'll be fine.

He is very specific on what he wants on his exams . It may not have to be word for word but he wants it pretty close.

Despite all of the negative feedback Dr. Darboe receives, I think he's wonderful. He truly cares about making sure students receive an education, teaches straight from the book, and you'll learn the basics better than anyone else. Yes, this class is difficult; you have to be willing to take EXCELLENT notes, study a little each day, and work for it.

Dr. Darboe is notorious at Shepherd for being a difficult professor, but he is one of the best professors you will ever have as a student. He genuinely care about your education and not so much about the grade. If you pay attention and ask questions you will understand and thus pass the famous Darboe exams. I recommend giving him a try. Great class

Dr. Darboe's class is very lecture heavy and requires a very solid knowledge of the material. The quizzes are pop quizzes but are placed at logical intervals throughout the material. Dr. Darboe teaches slowly and thoroughly and builds on all material to make the information as logical as possible. He is very accessible outside of the class room.

It was hard but overall I really enjoyed his class. Great teacher who cares about your success. Hes a tough grader. However, if he sees that youre trying and participating in class he will work with you!

He is a great teacher, he just grades very specifically and toughly. The only grades in his class are unannounced quizzes.

Dr. Darboe gets a bad rep at Shepherd, however that is because of students not taking the time to learn the content he provides. It is a difficult class and he is very specific on what he wants, but nobody will prepare you better with lessons both related to Sociology and life.

This was a super hard class but if you're willing to study and show up to class and actually work hard to pass, you'll learn a lot and its super rewarding. I looked forward to this class more than any of my others.