This class is a bit too easy- so for everyone just looking to float along take it. However I didn't really feel like I was learning much and the classes felt like "group sessions" where you tell everyone your life story. Mr. Pierce is very very nice- I like and respect him a whole lot..flaky tho.

Very nice, genuine good guy. Not learnin a lot like I wanted to in this class tho. It's not too organized. Too many group sessions where he leaves the room and comes back when class is half over.

Mr. Peirce does seem really flaky when it comes to bringing in the study guides/modules for us to study for tests. but he does go over every chapter very well

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AWESOME TEACHER, VERY EASY NICE AND HELPFUL, GUARANTEED A+

AWESOME PROFESSOR, EASY TO UNDERSTAND, VERY NICE

I took this class last summer and found his teaching method to be for students that have self-discipline and self-responsibility. The students had to be responsible for reading the material outside of class. He listened, he encouraged thought provoking conversation, and tied the book work into real world situations. Very refreshing.

awesome person

He is a great teach, who luvs to teach and enjoys group discussions as well. He is very easy going and easy to understand. So, I recommend you take his class. Making an effort and coming to class everyday goes far w/this teach. If you like to **** and whine take another class.

Samual is very into case work and teaches with a focus on casework. In class we learned by doing as much as lectures and reading. The term paper was a bit overwhelming but was an accomplishable goal. That taught me alot about a mental disorder I have wanted to know more about, I will take another class with Sam.

Awesome teacher. definately reccomend him to others. loves group works and lectures fun and easy to follow along, fun class.

I have taken mr. pierce for everyone of my psychology class he is an awesome teacher if you love to have fun while learning I highly recommend him

Makes learning interesting but challenging and become my favorite class

Sam was very involving in class participation. Sam always had a positive attitude and really challenges you to think out side the box

Sam is one of the best teachers I've had. He's extremely helpful and makes learning fun. If your thinking about taking a psy class he is the best.

Sam pierce is a very nice man. Easy A - but thats not always a good thing. But for this class it was a good thing - the stuff in the book was absolutely pointless information for me - If you feel like doing more homework for your grade - just ask the teacher - I'm sure he'll make you study harder and give you more homework. A little unorganized.

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I reccomend this instructor. I had him for both 201 and 101 and both were easy to go through. He is a helpful guy and has a good sense of humor. "Give him some love" :)

Peirce is quiet possibly the best professor at Chemeketa in my opinion. He made our abnormal psych class so much fun and I wanted to go to class!! I recommend this class to anyone who either just needs a class, or needs it for psych. Take it with him..i guarentee you will learn SO much and still have fun! He does great at including you in class:)

Sam!!! Hes an awesome Instructor. He explains important concepts very well. His classes are fun, because he wants to hear what you have to say. And if you say something profound, you'll hear the imfamous "OOOOOO" or "AHHHH" Haha. Tests are great, they test your knowledge but arent aimed to trick you. Anyone needing social science credit-take Sam.

He is a great teacher. But WATCH OUT FOR HIS MOOD SWINGS!!!!!!!!!!! They can be brutal. The paper is hard but doable. Give some love!

i enjoyed my abnormal psychology class.i actually walked away thinking that just maybe i could be a psychologist.what i liked best is the way sam engage is the class in the learning process.he encouraged participation by asking for our opinions and responding "no wrong answers" i loved it!i have a new found respect for people who suffer with a ment

I would highly recommend this professor! He honestly gives you the option of taking as much or as little as you would like from this class. If your looking for an easy A, then this is the class for you! I adore him!

Sam is an awesome person, but his class lacks structure. He never hands back assignments and it's hard to tell where you stand in his class. If you participate in class, he says it helps your grade but you never have any indication of your progress. He encourages his students to engage in discussion but everyone ends up telling their life stories.

Teaching style is very interactive lecturing, lots of information is presented.

A very nice, and good teacher. Talks to his students like they are real people and more than willing to help you out.

Sam is a great guy, uses powerpoint presentations with his lectures, he gets his students involved with group work, and by asking their opinions. the one thing i didnt really like was that he did not hand back work, this would have been useful to get feedback, but just show up to class do the work and study for the tests and youll be fine

What's good about his teaching style is that he asks students' opinions and he gets everyone involved and thinking about the lesson. What's not good is that he's sometimes forgetful about getting students' work back and he will often randomly assign extra homework without even really announcing it and this makes it easy to get behind.

Sam is a great instructor! Dr.Sam's class was very educational and often times like a town hall with an opportunity to for each of us to voice either our own knowledge or opinion on a subject. He is very respectful. I loved his class. He gets an A+++

He is very relaxed and easy going

I loved his class. It was so interesting and I really liked how he engaged the class and asked different people for their opinions. But don't think you can slide by without the text, cause you seriously need it to study for the tests. There was a 10-pager, but he gives you all term to work on it.

He prints the slideshows he uses in class for the lectures which is really nice but still read!! He uses the text a lot in the tests and quizzes a long with the slideshows so keep reading! Also, there is a 10 pg. paper due at the end of the term.

Very good teachers. Very easy going and has a good sense of humor.

I enjoed his class and its really not that hard as long as you do your share. I would take a class from him again.

Sam is easy going, and makes class interesting. His tests are moderately difficult, read the assigned chapters and you'll be fine.

Mr. Pierce was a fun teacher with his on way of teaching that makes you feel so comfortable and he's great at bringing the whole together in discussions. May not give much feed back but provides you w/ all material needed to Ace the class and he's always responded to emails w/ a simple 'Thanks' so I know he's received it which is all that matters;)

At first I wasn't excited about the class or Sam. He has a unique approach. I warmed up to the class and Sam. He does a good job respecting everyone's opinion and keeping the discussion moving. Test are all from text so I would use chapter reviews for notes, much more helpful than slide notes in my opinion.

I went on this site prior to having this teacher and heard some bad things abt him playing favorites and stuff and after taking this class i realize that they are all lies. he is a great teacher he knows wat he is talking abt and if you pay attention and read the book you should get an A. he encourages participation.. Best pysch classi have had

took hin for all of my lower div. psy EXCELLENT PROF. doesn't always return calls or emails but if ur in class u'll catch him. He keeps it interesting and the subliminal teachings from outspoken class members is hilarious!

One of the best teachers I have ever had. Had a loss in the family, so he missed a bit of time. He loves what he does and it shows in his teaching. Sit close to the front, because he is soft spoken sometimes. Lots of class participation in class and no wrong answers. He wants to make sure you get what is being taught. Highly Recommend!

Sam pierce is a funny, laid back, easy to talk to person. His class is enjoyable. Everyone becomes apart of the in-class discussions. As long as you attend class on a regular basis, you will pass the class. the exams are based off of notes and of the material in your textbook! so read chapters as you go along!

I really enjoyed attending his class. I was never really interested in psychology however he makes it very easy to understand and I was never bored in his class. He is very humorous throughout his lectures.

he is the best

Very awesome instructor, I really enjoyed his company while in his class. He always was willing to help me. I suggest taking his class.

Dr. Pierce is a very friendly, personable teacher. You'll mostly just do one big paper and tests (which you'll NEED to read for, even if he doesn't say it) He lectures a lot, but encourages discussion. Problems: he is very vague, gets off topic, and doesn't get papers back very quickly. If you need clarity don't be shy, ask, he's really nice.

Sam is very helpful and understanding! You never have a wrong answer in his class and he is easy on tests and grading. Such an awesome instructor! Most definitely recommend!

Definitely worth taking! Sam is a great instructor and really goes the extra mile to help his students. He even lent me his own pencil when I forgot one for a test. :) Very interesting discussions, and everyone always feel comfortable sharing their opinions.

Definitely worth taking! Sam is a great instructor and really goes the extra mile to help his students. He even gave me his own pencil when I forgot one for a test. :) Very interesting class, and puts a lot of effort into making everyone feel comfortable sharing their opinions.

He's a awesome teacher.would take him again!

This was by far my favorite teacher! I have taken 2 of his classes and thought they were great. He was very entertaining, which made the class fun. All of the class-discussions were interesting and helped get a better understanding on the topics. I highly recommend his class!

Nice and very informative. he has a lot of on the job experience and cares about his students

Sam is awesome. Lots of PowerPoint material, but you get it emailed so don't freak out at all of the class discussion. Don't need to purchase a book. You will never use it and he does not like it anyway.

I liked having open discussions! I would have took his PSY 201 but did not fit in my schedule!

Excellent teacher very nice person.

Sam was an awesome teacher he made class fun, entertaining, and easy to understand. Definitely recommend him.

Great teacher. Show up to class and participate and you will be fine. If there are questions don't be afraid to ask, he will answer them no matter how stupid. If you have an opinion state it. He loves group discussion. It shows interest and communication and makes great for debate.

Sam is a wonderful man! He is confusing at times but it almost makes it more exciting, and if you ask for clarification he gives it. Class is easy enough as long as you keep up on reading and do not miss any group days. I really enjoyed Sam as a professor!

Sam Pierce knows his stuff. I took him for Abnormal Psych and absolutely loved it. Abnormal Psych is pretty much my major. He teaches the class like he would a graduate class. You gotta know your stuff. Personally, Sam is a wonderful person, very kind and understanding. Highly, highly intelligent and passionate about what he teaches.