The class isn't easy but the teacher is as lenient as possible. Ethics is a philosophy course! If you couldn't understand him it isn't because he is speaking from another era but because philosophy (like political science, or any other subject) has its own vocabulary and words have different meanings than everyday english.

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It seems as if he never takes a breath during the entire lecture, but he's immensely knowledgeable and helpful.

A challenging course, but a fascinating one.

Amazing, intelligent, witty and wonderful. A great class to take if you realy want to LEARN! Not to mention his intelligence immensely attractive! :)

This class is easy as long as you pay attention. Despite his high points as a professor, he is very prejudiced. He'll try to tell you that Confucious wasn't a real philosopher and that there isn't a civilized society outside of European society. He explains his prejudice as "What the western world doesn't know, it doesn't accept as legitimate."

To those who whine about not understanding the professor- If your too damn dumb to understand the what the professor is saying, then read the books. And if you can't read, then you shouldn't have attended college in the first place. To those who have any interest in obtaining true knowledge- This class may open your eyes a bit.

HARD TO KEEP UP WITH HIM BUT IF YOU KNOW WHAT HE IS TALKING ABOUT IT IS A VERY INTERESTING SUBJECT. READ THE BOOKS AND YOU WILL BE OK

Excellent professor! very hard content though , you must attend all of the lectures and read the material. Not an Easy class! Over it was very interesting

Most brilliant man I've ever met. It's hard for him to fit that in the context of a course, but he tries admirably. His understanding of the course material is unparalleled. He's very accessible by email, and he's really a laidback guy, though he initially intimidated me. A voice recorder pays off. Read the texts, put in some effort, and learn tons

He may go off on tangents every once in a while, but he really knows what he is saying. Quizes based on what he says in class. As long as you read, you will understand. Don't be afraid to ask quations, he's sarcastic, but it's all in good fun. He's a Very smart person!

He comes off as being tough but in reality is very helpful and knowledgable. Don't listen to the morons saying that he uses jargon. If your vocabulary is limited to words shorter than 6 letters. If you like Philosophy and aren't afraid of doing a bit of reading then take it. Attend ALL of his classes and bring a recorder.

He is really not that bad plus he's witty. He tries to get you to understand what's happening in the texts by using simple analogies. Gives 5 quizzes, a paper, dictionary assignment and final (15 questions, 2 pts each) plus extra credit assignments. Course actually makes you look at life differently. Not an easy A but I got one; just work for it.

He isn't easy. That said, he doesn't grade hard. But you HAVE to read the materials and attend classes. RECORD him. LISTEN to him. He's VERY knowledgeable, and he'll TEACH YOU how to think - if you let him. Fear that all you think and say is BS? TAKE HIM. He'll give you method to the world's madness through exploring texts. He'll open up the world.

As long as you do the reading when assigned, you will pass ALL the quizes and exams. Very good when explaining the material, makes a big deal about being late though.

Great professor. He explains things very well. Very smart guy, always available after class. Funny, in his own way, makes the class extremely interesting. The only down side I could ever see to his class was that there are so many interesting things, that due to time constraints, he cannot cover. Not an easy A, but not too hard either.

He is a brilliant man! Very educated, however, a difficult class. Two essays... all essay tests. Kind of an easy final if you study.

He is brilliant!! He gives off an intimidating vibe, but he is kind and very helpful if you approach him (he responds to emails promptly). Some of his views you may disagree with-so just ignore it- its? worth it to learn from him! You have to be willing to put in effort-it?s a proper college class- A feasible A.

If you are interested in the material and don't mind doing a little reading, you should do well in this class. His tests are short essays, but if you know what you are talking about then it's easy. He is nice and always willing to go over the material if you don't get it.

He is an excellent prof! He's always available after class to further explain the material & replies to emails quick. Grades consist of quizzes (with advance notice), essay papers, & a vocabulary assignment with maybe some extra credit along the line. You can't slack in this class, you must read & attend everyday in order to get a good grade.

His class is hard. There are many books that you have to keep up with. One thing though is that if you need help he WILL help you. People complain he talks to much but if you show him you need help he will go out of his way to help you. Not reccomended if you dont like it but if you have no other choice he isnt too bad.

He is a good professor, people say he talks in circles but it's not so much him as they subject matter and his profession. Philosophy tend to for a person to not take anything as a given. He is demanding, by rightfully so, he is not one for the faint of heart or slow of tongue, writing wise... I recommend him to those interested in the subject.

This class will not be a walk in the park. I felt reading Sartre was too much for an intro class, the class will be him lecturing from the time you walk in till you leave. He's helpful but you really have to pay attention, you can't BS this class at all. Not an easy "A" but its passable. Overall this class was ok.

I love that man I want his brain in a jar like in Futurama. Anybody actually interested in Philosophy should NOT MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY. If you however do not have natural inclination, I don't think you will enjoy it. He changed my life.

amazing. you MUST go in there ready to doubt yourself absolutely if you hope to learn something and pass the course. it is very complicated to think in a philosophical manner, but once you take this course, you will be ready to think logical and much more abstractly than before. should be mandatory!!!

This class is very difficult for an intro class. Unfortunately, he doesnt cover any classics of philosophy except plato. Instead he chooses to cover Metaphysics which is an extremely complicated form of philos. If you are a beginner, i dont recommend the class. However,if you enjoy metaphysics or being extremely confused and frustrated then take it

Very insighful guy, helped me to view the world in a new way. His class is NOT easy, and requires a lot of reading and rereading. Be prepared to work, the more you put into this class, the more you will get out. He is more than happy to help you after class to discuss the topics

The material is difficult which means you have to be willing to read, but whats wrong with that? You're in college! It's definitely not an easy A but if you're interested in philosophy it's a good place to start. I recommend you tape the classes because he goes way too fast for an intro class. Good luck!

He is very intimidating at first, but he is actually a very nice guy in reality. This is a VERY hard course, and if you arent interested in putting in effort, then I wouldnt recommend it. He makes the course a lot easier though, by clarifying the texts he assigns.. so SHOW UP TO CLASS. If you miss ONE class you will not do well.

Very fair professor. The material isn't easy and you'll definitely have to work hard to do well, but he is always willing to help. If you do the reading consistently, pay attention during lectures and email him if you have any questions, you should do just fine.

an extremely intelligent individual, really a great teacher, but not easy! If you read what he assigns and TAKE GOOD NOTES, you will learn A LOT. He demands good work and quizzes often, so don't take him if you're looking for an easy ride.

This class is EXTREMELY difficult. However, if you legitimately try to do well in the course (by paying close attention, reading the material, and emailing him with questions), then it is definitely passable. I got an A because i worked my butt off and kept asking him for help via email. The extra credit opportunity is a MUST. TAKE MY ADVICE.

I loved this professor! Prior to taking this course I was told horror stories about and they were wrong. He's not easy but if you pay attention, take notes and read it won't be too bad. He is super helpful via email and takes the time to explain anything you don't understand.I really enjoyed his class.

I hardly write reviews but am grateful to those who do so. Anyways, if you are looking to be intellectually challenged and conditioned to perform outstandingly well in other classes, take this man. He helped me significantly. However, if you are one of those weak souls on their phones all the time not looking to be challenged... Still take him.

He's okay, he KNOWS what he's talking about, however, he is a very DIFFICULT grader !

We read 2 books not entirely butchapters out of each, many quizzes but if you do e reading you are done fast and can leave early, papers are graded by your ability to show you did the readings and understood. I skipped eng 1101 and 1102 and took this course I am a freshman and got an A take it if you only if you love English or philosophy.

Professor Berezdivin really isn't as difficult as everyone make him sound. On the first day of class he told us we could record his classes I did. The exams and quizzes are difficult but the class is out of 120 points so getting an A isnt too difficult. He is repetitive but its because he wants to make sure you understand.

This professor is outstanding, took his clases in late 70s at Texas Tech. It was one of the most influential courses of my life. The introductory course comprised completely of examining Plato's Republic. In ethics we read Aristotle's nomenclature. The essays or some of the most valuable and beloved experiences of my college education. Tyvm Ruben