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“Shaan is the best professor I've ever met”
PSYCH100 - 5.0 rating“One of my favorite professors and I'm not just saying that”
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Reviews (226)
Throughout the quarter he seemed very well-meaning and enthusiastic about his subject, I'll give him that, but he doesn't really have a full grasp on the subject he's teaching, nor the misplaced and outdated memes & pop culture references all over his lectures for "relatability" factor (such as a "Top Ten Mentally Ill Disney Characters" video)
I loved Mr. Shahabuddin. His lectures were always interesting, and the projects were really easy to do. He gives A LOT of extra credit, and you can only fail if you don't do ANY work or never show up.
Shaan has good intentions and he cares about his students. He's new at central and that definitely showed. His grading scale was very odd. Not too many assignments and they were all easy. I can't say that I really learned much from this class as it's very basic and intuitive stuff. Attendance was only mandatory on one day a week.
Super fun class! Interesting topic, and he keeps the daily lectures super interesting. Three projects, two of them group. Feedback from your group members can effect your grade, up to 20%. Everything is submitted online. I didn't really use the textbook, and we never once used it in class. Its a shame he doesn't teach more classes!
Very all over the place and doesnt seem to know what he is teaching. I do not recommend taking Fundamentals of Pyschological Research. He has no idea if whats on his own powerpoint is correct and will ask students if it is. Doesnt know how to handle difficult situations well and will even laugh. Overall an easy A but stay away
Shaan makes psychology very easy to understand and tries to make the class fun. There are 3 projects including a group project but they are all easy, as well as the exams which are straightforward if you review the study guide he provides. Overall, not very many assignments and he grades on completion so this class is an easy A
I loved having Mr. S as an instructor! He was so considerate of his students and also easy to talk too if you needed help. He offers a lot of extra credit, and if you just stick to his powerpoint slides you will be GOLDEN. He has a book on his Syllabus but I never needed it. Some might say he has no idea what he teaches, but I believe he does!
Shaan is the best professor I've ever met. He always provides rubric in grading when giving the assignment. All of the in-class activities help the student to have a better understanding about the content and not boring at all :) You'll definitely learn a lot from this class with joy
This class was very helpful in approving my GPA. Mr. S gives lots of detailed feedback. He always says better too get an F and try than not try at all. He gives feedback on how to get 100. You can only get 100 for trying. And 0 for no effort and not trying. It's either 100 or 0. And makes sure you show up attendance is 20% of your grade.
One of my favorite professors and I'm not just saying that! Although the class was hybrid, he made every lecture fun and interesting. He was so caring and never made you feel stupid if you didn't understand something; he made things easy to understand and always showed he cared about us. He's a high recommendation on my list of professors to take!
Was looking forward to his class every time, super enthusiastic, great energy, his classes are fun and expects you to participate. Tries to implement fun activities in class, group activities. As long as you do your individual work on time, come to class, participate; the class is an easy A.
I always looked forward to Shaans Class. Come to class daily, do all assigned work, and participate in group work and you should do great! He is a very caring and intelligent professor who wants to see his students succeed, so dont be afraid to ask for help if you are struggling. He is very accessible outside of class as well.
He was awesome
What I love about Mr. Shahabuddin is his enthusiasm! You can tell he genuinely cares about his students, and, while it's apparent that he's a newer and younger teacher, he makes it work to his advantage by making learning fun. His grading was confusing at first, but I'm pretty sure it was more work for him to make than for us to figure out!
He is honestly one of the best teachers at this college. He has this way of making you feel cared about and listened to every class period. Recommend taking him if you are looking to take an interesting class that you actually want to attend! Take him!!!
I loved this class a lot. He can be a bit disorganized at times, but he knows what he wants to say. He makes the classes so fun by doing a lot of group activities! He is a very likable person and so so kind.
Shaan is more than a great teacher, he is a great mentor too! He was always there whenever i had questions or needed help with anything. He is so dedicated to help and support students. Always used creative ways to teach his class. very well organized. You wont pass if you don't attend the lectures
This Prof is one of the best teachers I have ever had. When going through family trouble, he made it very clear that he would be flexible to help me finish the course! He was the first prof. I have had that asked me if things were okay when my grades started slipping. When approaching him, he was kind, inspirational and understanding. 10*!
I was a bit disappointed in this class. The professor disappeared for weeks at a time leaving us with a huge load of work to catch up on once he released our modules for the weeks prior. He had promised we wouldnt have HW due the week of finals, but since he didnt upload our prompt, we have two chapters of work due 3 days before the end of qtr.
Had an awesome quarter learning Lifespan Psychology. Class is mostly based off having group discussions on the Canvas forum and on Zoom class meetings twice a week. He was very understanding and positive during a time where everything was uncertain with the pandemic going on. I learned a lot. He really opened up good discussions about life.
professor Shaan Shahabuddin, the way he teaches very helps me in my future life. how to deal with people. his textbook is supportive. I will definitely be recommended to take this course again
Professor Shaan Shahabuddin is greatly inspiring and amazing lectures.
Professor Shaan gives you clear guidelines for how to be successful in his class. I took his class during Covid-19; we all had to transition to using an online platform for a relatively interactive class. This transition was made simple by his organization and teaching style. Attendance was not required but participation was. Highly recommend!
Professor S's class was enjoyable, he had a lot of energy, and I was rarely bored learning the content. His use of study guides really helped me retain the knowledge (Do your study guides!), and I felt prepared for the final exam. I would take a class with him as the professor again.
I enjoyed taking this psychology class with Shaan because he encourages organic group conversations and takes the time to talk about questions that students have. Shaan posted the Zoom recordings on Canvas so I was able to go back and watch at my convenience. Get ready to read tho!
My best instructor yet
Very clear format to get a good grade, and Mr. S was really helpful and accommodating during everything Spring 2020 threw at us. Consistent structure for the whole class so you knew exactly when things were do. Excellent at getting students to participate and share perspectives, really encourages discussion. Great for online and in person class!
He is amazing professor. he gives great feed back and responses to emails within the same hour. if he sees a mistake in your assignment, he will email you to make you understand.
Mr. Shaan was very flexible with us. He did make sure all assignments was out. We had a lot of work but it was worth it. He made sure we did our work too. He always communicated what would happen in our class lecture. He had videos and PowerPoint for assignments. He clarified things with us whenever we had concerns
Great class
Trust me, he is the best professor in Psych department at Seattle Central College. His lecture is amazing. You will get a satisfying grade if you attend class and do Study Guide.
Professor Shahabuddin is a very organized and helpful professor at Seattle Central College. He cares about the learning and success of his students and wants to help them out as much as possible! Even though this class was taken as online (due to COVID-19), I learned a lot of perspective & insight on Lifespan Psychology! Highly recommend:)
Mr. Shahabuddin was very engaging in his lectures. He encouraged class participation and allowed us to meet in small groups. He was very communicative and gave feedback on assignments. I really learned a lot in his course and would highly recommend him as an instructor.
I thoroughly enjoyed PSYC 100. The material was interesting and well presented and I found that I retained the information easily due to the clarity of the curriculum. Mr. Shahabuddin is a very kind and engaging professor who did a great job translating the class to 100% online. Workload is very manageable and expectations are clear.
A fantastic professor to work with. Shaan is considerate, insightful, easy-going, open minded, and he just genuinely loves his job. 10/10 professor.
Solid Professor, lengthy assignments but very straight forward, forgiving, and responsive to questions. 9/10 professor.
Provides a lot of learning material to learn from. As well as helpful study guides to use for both the quizzes and final exam.
This is a really good teacher, he is fun. just turn in the assignments on time to get full points.
I really appreciated the time and effort my professor put into making sure everyone understood the lessons and how to succeed in the class.
you do get homework every week but its pretty easy and the participation requirement is just an assignment every week. overall a pretty easy class and the teacher is super nice and understanding
Mr. S is a great professor, I would recommend taking his courses and if I have a chance to in the future I'm sure I will.
Shaan was an amazing instructor and his class was very well structured. You wont be overwhelmed with work when taking this class but will also learn so much. There wasnt much assignments and the workload was very easy. I took psychology of racism with him and learned so many new things. I dont regret taking this class, I loved this class !
Mr. Shaan is an amazing person and professor!! He makes sure all students understand the work and is very helpful. All the assignments were super straight forward and fun to do. He is also really responsive which was great for being online! I would definitely take his class again 10/10, 100% recommend.
BEST CHOICE IN SCC.
Take a class with Mr. S! He is super engaging, passionate, and organized. Clear expectations and helpful feedback. PowerPoints distill reading, study guides will help you pass the class. Hopefully Psychology of Racism is offered again, I learned so much!
Such an easy class, yet you learn sososo much! You WILL get an A if you do his weekly study guides--they contain all the information on the weekly quizzes. He is also such a great professor and really cares about his students--he checks in on you, which is great. Attendance is not mandatory, all lectures are recorded. They arent necessary to watch.
Mr. S is one of my favorite profs. He is really helpful and genuinely cares about his students. As long as you put in the effort for this class, you can get an A easily.
Shaan's passion for psychology comes through in his class. He really cares about his students learning and doing well not just in class, but life. His online class was organized and as long as you complete the work on time you will get full marks. Quizzes and tests were multiple choice and very easy. I would recommend Shaan without hesitation.
Literally the best professor ever. He will say that you need to read the textbook, but it is honestly not needed to do the study guide: you can just look things up in the book while doing them. I love him so much; I wish he taught every class that I need to take. If you breathe, you get an A. Definitely recommend if English isn't ur first language.
Mr. S is one of the best college instructors that I have had. He made his class fun and engaging. Not very assignment heavy at all, but still able to learn a ton from the class. Very organized and structured as well. DO NOT BUY THE TEXTBOOK FOR PSYC100, he provides it electronically! 10/10 would recommend taking any class taught by Mr. S!
I recommended take it
Mr. Shahabuddin was a great professor! He individually messages students to check in on how theyre doing, is very understanding of life circumstances, and just remains both a pleasant teacher and person 24/7. I recommend this class for anyone who wants to get a deeper understanding of the psychology of racism in a judgement-free environment
great class would recommend for anyone
Professor Shaan is really good and he helps you when you need help. He is one of the best teacher. I will really recommend you to take his class.
Professor Shaan Shahabuddin is one of the best professors! I was recommended to take him by a friend and wow I can't recommend him enough. He is extremely caring, thoughtful and his lectures were great. I think if more professors were like him, there would be a better success rate!
Class is fairly easy as long as you participate in the online group discussions. There will also be quiz study guides for quizzes that will be graded and needs to be turned in before the quiz. Both are easy to obtain A-grade for if you pay attention. Easy-paced class with easy to moderate assignments.
Mr. S is by far the best teacher I've ever had. I've taken this class as well as his PSYC100 class, and both taught me a lot while still feeling very doable and easy! He manages to teach so much content while keeping the coursework simple. Mr. S is inspirational and a wonderful teacher. He even planned a little doughnut party with us!
Mr. S is a great professor. He is empathetic and kind, and really advocates for students. I encourage anyone considering taking psychology classes at SCC to take as many as they can from him.
Honestly The best Professor I have ever had I actually looked forward to his class really easy to follow along made the classwork actually enjoyable and engaging if you just do the work there is no reason you shouldn't walk out of there with a 4.0 Best professor if your taking psych 200 especially nursing students take this class hes amazing.
Easy to approach and gave a lot of consideration.
Good class. Clear expectations on what you need to know and grading.
He is such an easy-going professor that made learning and being a part of his class in general an enjoyable experience. His short video lectures are very helpful as well, as they are concise and easy to process the different concepts he covers. Thank you so much for a great quarter professor Shaan!
A real mentor! Perfectly explains the material and knows his subject 100%. Took two classes with him and was inspired to study psychology even more.
I LOVED Mr. Shaan's Class! His grading system is straightforward and his lectures are easy to understand! He really cares about his students and wants them all to succeed. Best professor I've had at Central so far. He's easy going, has a contagious laugh and makes you feel at ease. Do not be afraid to ask for help ever!
facilitates a really good learning environment- take the classes in person if you can! really fun and dynamic learning environment. he makes it really easy to do well in class. each assignment is worth 100 points and you can turn them in late for 10 points deducted per day which makes it really easy to still do well in class even if you are busy.
I don't think this class was challenging just heavy on the material. So get ready to read. He gives you a textbook to, but most of the facts can be found online. Shaan is very nice!
This is one of the best professor in college, I wish there were more instructors like Professor Shaan, the way he teaches is so entertaining like you want to go to class everyday every time is interesting, fun.I am so grateful for him. Best Teacher Ever!!!
Makes learning very fun, keeps it interesting, has very clear rubrics and grading criteria!
It was clear from his recorded lectures/videos that he cares about psychology + the class! You have to read a textbook chapter each week, but the PROVIDED GUIDE (literally just have to answer fill-in-the-blanks) makes it super easy to only read what you need. Average late work policy. Has all future work visible in Modules from the start of class!
He's an excellent professor. I really enjoyed being in his class. He comes out with new ideas everyday to engage each and everyone in the class perfectly.
Such a nice professor. Very caring and charismatic, he's obviously put a lot of work into his class and wants you to succeed. I loved the structure of the class. The assignments were on the same days every week and very easy to navigate so there was never any confusion when things needed to be assigned or where you could find them.
He is a good teacher! I love how he shows he cares about you and your grade as well as the understanding of the material at hand. His class was very fun and exciting!
The way you do your lectures are always helpful and fun. Our class had a lot of laughs and good times. I think whoever takes this class in the future will love it. Very lenient on grading and is very helpful!
His canvas layout was very easy to understand with nearly zero hidden assignments. It was also engaging even for someone like me who has trouble getting engaged. I felt that I learned something without the stresses of other classes and this one as well.
you get weekly study guides that are due on Monday a quiz on the study guide due on Tuesday and a discussion due on Friday. discussions you dont have to reply to other people which Is good. if u miss a question on a study guide he docks 10% if you turn in an assignment late its 10% off your original grade
He actually cares for his students and will take the time out of his day to message you if there were any concerning things like your grade dropping out of nowhere. His assignments are pretty easy to do and its a quiz/study guide a week and a textbook reading everyday. Discussions post, you dont need to respond to other students :)
Canvas was really well organized and assignments were due on the same day every week. Class was fun and engaging! I highly recommend you take Mr. S
Very fun class! It is easy in the sense that the material itself is not difficult, but there are regular assignments that you need to complete to pass. Honestly, reading the textbook wasn't necessary as long as you scanned it for the relevant information.
Professor Shahabuddin offers the clearest class expectations. I always knew what was due when, how to get the grade I desired, and where to find the information needed. Take this class! I enjoyed learning the material, I never felt overwhelmed, and knew Mr. S just wanted us to learn.
The class has an apparent schedule, and every student should be able to keep up with the class assignments. He's accessible online and will send you an email if you do not receive a good grade on an assignment. The in-person classes are interesting and his class is a very open environment, open to all sorts of ideas.
I thought it was a great class. A great was to get an introduction to psychology.
Amazing professor. Canvas modules were well organized, he had clear guidelines on what needed to be done for each assignment, the textbook and video lectures were interesting. Responded quickly to any email I sent him.
I took Psychology 100, and Mr. S's class may have been one of my favorites that I've ever taken. He was very engaging, entertaining, and clear with what he expected. The work was also incredibly straightforward, just do the study guides and quizzes and you're home free. I loved learning from him.
Incredibly inspirational, caring, and understanding! He will try to help out in any way he can! The assignments were very thought-provoking, engaging, and enjoyable to do! I would take his classes every quarter if I could! 100/10, I highly recommend taking his classes!
Mr. S is a top-notch teacher.he really cares about his students and wants everyone to do well.he creates very engaging coursework that helps you really understand the material, rather than ripping off basic textbook quizzes like a lot of instructors do. he really deserves his good reputation and you should take a class from him if you get a chance!
He is the best teacher in SCC. He is caring, he will understand the conflicts you are encountering.
Has a genuine passion for psychology and is such a charming and sweet guy! He feels relatable and grounds a lot of more abstract concepts in reality. Highly recommend! (Also be sure to look deep inside the candy bin if you answer a question right, he likes to hide fun stuff!)
This is the second class I have taken from Mr. S. He has been instrumental in me finding my dream career at the age of 42. I doubt I would have found neuropsychology as my dream career with out him.
His class was amazing, awesome Instructor.
Overall great professor. Very organized layout with clear grading criteria.
I've taken both Psych 101 and Psych 245 from Professor Shahabuddin. Professor S. does his best to cultivate an open and engaging learning environment--he's knowledgeable, genuine, and brings joy and laughter to the classroom. Homework assignments are weekly and time-consuming, but you'll be fine if you get them in on time.
Had Prof. Shahabuddin for the summer quarter. Incredibly easy and very forgiving. His modules made the workload seem a lot easier than it is. While he is gracious, he did have to send out an announcement voicing his disappointment in some peers who were not turning in work at all. I could tell he wanted his students to succeed and not fall behind.
Professor Shahabuddin is highly knowledgeable, nice, and thorough. The assignments can be time-consuming, but as long as you submit them on time, you'll be fine. He genuinely cares about students' success and goes the extra mile to ensure they do well. I would highly recommend taking his class.
I thoroughly enjoyed taking this class with Mr. Shahabuddin and wish he taught other psych classes that I needed! He wants everyone to succeed and made accommodations to do so. Free online textbook and pre-recorded lectures make this class accessible. Hand the assignments in on time and make sure you understand the parameters (eg. word minimums).
"Textbook" is a free downloadable pdf the professor will provide, no additional textbooks required. Professor is personable, good at creating space for student discussions. Some group activities (not graded) to help students understand the psychology concepts better.
This is my second class from Mr. S and I loved it once again. The way he teaches his class is unique and makes it easy to learn. Canvas is very organized so its hard to miss an assignment. Go to the lectures!! They are really fun, especially the discussions.
This teacher teaches very well, and I would take my class with him again because while he explains what the topics are about, he lets you express your ideas and also does activities in class according to the topic he is teaching.
Mr. Shaan is a gift to students of all ages and groups, from the first day until the last day, it was an amazing experience. He is engaging and made class an enjoyable experience. I wish class hour was longer to get more insight on topics. Mr. Shaan is even a better person than a teacher. He is passionate about Psychology and it shows. Thank you!
The class is organized, so you will have a clear structure.
I really like the way how he organized but he was doing a lot of information making me confused
Mr. Shahabuddin is not a super tough grader, but every assignment matters! He is more than happy to pause a lecture to make sure everyone understands the concepts he's outlining and encourages group discussion in class. He also brings in humor into the subject in a way that makes it approachable and easily accessible.
He is very hardworking. He comes to class prepared with lesson plans and lectures and you can tell he really cares about his students and the school as well. He is incredibly kind and I like him a lot. You will be pleased to have him as your teacher.
Mr. Shaan is a great professor. He is really nice to students, and he truly cares about them. He always checks on them until he is sure they are doing good.
Tbh, he is my best prof so far!!!
Honestly a very good professor. Clear guide for grades, understanding as long as you communicate, usually only 3 assignments due a week.
It is nearly impossible to fail this class. Professor went above and beyond in providing resources and support to aid our understanding of the subject matter. Whether it was through thought-provoking readings, interactive activities, or real-world examples, they consistently found innovative ways to enhance our learning experience.
Great class organized! This is the first online class I have in college, and I think I have a good learning experience. Mr. Shahabuddin makes this class easy to understand and interesting as well. The study guide you need to submit every week is very helpful for learning, weekly quiz, and final test!
I really enjoyed the structure and understanding in this class, even though I felt like there was too much at first, I found it to be reliable and helpful in the end.
The way this teacher formats his online class makes it super easy to understand. He gives you a template for study guides each week with a template that is super straightforward to fill out. There is no way anyone gets below a 4.0 in this class. Easy A+.
The professor is very informative and always willing to help whenever one has issues. I really enjoyed working this professor.
I want to encourage other students to pay attention to the teacher i.e listen to his instructions, watch his videos and ask questions when not clear or in doubt.
TAKE THIS CLASS you won't regret it. He makes a study plan for you every week so you don't have to divvy up the work yourself. Free textbook, short chapters. Easy assignments, really funny guy with great lectures and activities. Learned so much! Would absolutely take him again.
I very much enjoyed my time with Professor Shaan and it was nice to meet with him in person. I hope that this class will continue to incorporate different subjects and ideas, and connect them!
I already knew what I was signing up for because of all the great reviews I saw of him previously, and I can say I am not disappointed. Everything in this class was amazing. I can't recommend it enough; I definitely plan to continue different courses with Mr. Shaan.
Shaan was great I truly enjoyed my time in his class and I learned a lot. I would suggest that you make sure to keep up on your work and study guides to ensure you don't get behind.
Taking this class was amazing. I really enjoyed the energy he brought and learning the topics was actually interesting. He made the class really fun and engaging unlike my other classes. I would take this class again.
Mr. S is a great instructor! His lectures were always engaging and really helped me understand tougher psychology concepts. I would definitely take another course taught from him again!
His assignments and grading criteria are clear and organized. I really like this fixed state, which allows me to better allocate my daily tasks without pressure.
Professor Shan is a good professor, and he care about your grad and how well you perform on assignments. He is very understandable, reliable and encourage to do better.
Shaan is an amazing, funny, and a good professor. He really cares about your success within the classroom, and if you do the work and show up to class you will get an A. There are fun activities in class, and the lectures are interesting. Best teacher at central!
Go to the lectures, they are fun and interactive, although you can still stay invisible if you prefer to. They also count towards the final grade, but you only need to come to every second one to get full credit for attendance. Summary: Easy and fun intro to psychology, you'll like it.
I want the student to know that the professor is very amazing. The class is very helpful for your personal life and family.
He is the best professor I've had here at Central. His grading criteria is very clear and if you just turn in things on time, you will get 100. You need to complete a study guide weekly and a quiz that is based on the study guide. There is also a weekly discussion board. He is a kind professor who cares about his students.
Shaan was very knowledgeable about the course material and was ready to help at any moment. I think the most helpful thing in the course was you didnt have to guess what was going to be on the exam. The study guides for each chapter/midterm/final was all provided for you and some form of the questions was on the quizzes.
Shaan was a very well rounded professor offering a good mix of enthusiasm with knowledge.
The best professor for the PSYC. He's so understanding and Makes everything much easy for you. His class is so easy to navigate, modules are so organized, just make sure to do your assignments on time and you will get an A. I really enjoyed this class. If I take anymore psychology courses in the future I'd definitely take Mr. Shaan again.
Mr. S has been one of the best professors I have ever had. I learned a ton from his class.
I've taken two classes from this professor. I think that above all, he sets students up for success in their academic career. Anyone who puts in the effort is going to get an A and learn a lot. Prof Shahabuddin is an amazing teacher. An expert in his craft, I dont think I've had a better Professor.
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I really love how organized he is, because of that it was super easy for me to stay on track. Although it is a lot of homework, if you stick to the schedule it will be ok. I also love how he listened to our concerns and tried his best to meet our needs. Overall this was a fun class and I would take another class that he taught!
The professor its a very kind and patience with all of the students in this class. He shows a powerpoint to show all that we are rewiev for the class and call attendance to make sure everyone it's there and even if someone missing a class he has a video lecture of that day so everyone could keep on track. The homework its always clear.
Class was really fun, often structured so that you learn psych concepts through silly activities. They were all surprisingly fun, and helped hard topics stick. Extremely clear with expectations and grading criteria, very simple and easy homework, quizzes, and final exam. Mr. Shahabuddin sets you up for success at every turn.
he is the most understanding teacher i have ever had. You're a lucky one if he ends up being your teacher. I never liked psychology, but he made everything so easy and made me love it. THE BEST TEACHER EVER. he has all my respect I hope all the other instructors learn from him.
Shaan, you're a great professor and any prospective student looking to take your class will learn so much and benefit from your care and support as a teacher!
This professor always gives great and clear feedback! Grading criteria and assignments are always given very clear instructions and he is willing to help if you encounter any problems. This class is a very easy 4.0 if you get your assignments in on time, written in your own words. I would definitely take this class again!
The professor is phenomenal at designing the modules to have students engaged in every single day and week of the class. He is very clear about his grading and expectations so you if you read and follow his instructions carefully, you will get a great score and a great learning experience.
A GREAT PROFESSOR
You can tell he is a teacher who wants his students to succeed. I didn't have a lot of instances where I needed to contact him, but its clear he is committed to his students and his work. The material is interesting and he lays everything incrementally and clearly so there's no guess work in how to succeed, as long as you do the work.
whatever you do, take professor shahabuddin
This is my first and probably only time writing a review on this site, that is how amazing Shaan is. You will receive several personalized emails with feedback and other things you are doing good on in class. Grading is clear, lectures are fun, and you can earn prizes! Flexible attendance policy, 1 point per day, extra credit if over 10 days/points
If you have the chance to take a class with Professor S absolutely take the class! His lectures were engaging, canvas was impeccably organized, and he's overall a great person. Attendance is counted but you only have to attend a % of classes to receive full credit.
Mr S was phenomenal! Very helpful. Very clear. Very fun! Appreciate him a lot. Pete.
Very good professor and great psychology class overall. I took his online asynchronous class, so I can't speak on how he would be in person, but all the assignments and readings in Canvas is organized into "modules." This made it very easy to navigate, and having it in this format meant that I could start on work that was due weeks later.
Shaan is great, he clearly cares a lot about his students and the subject. The course has a lot of reading and writing but as long as you submit on time and genuinely put in effort you're almost guaranteed a 4.0.
I took Mr. S for PSYC 100 and it was amazing! If you do the work on time and meet the criteria, you will without a doubt, pass the class with a 4.0. Highlight recommend!
great course! great professor!
great professor!
The class is helpful for both credits and learning things.
I witnessed all the previous outstanding ratings and comments abut Shaan were not exaggeration at all. I took Psyc100 this fall and found him to be super teacher ever! Take this course with him and you will thank your choices at the end!
Super great professor and very understanding!
I liked the psych 100 class that I took! If you do all the readings and participation assignments, it is easy to get an A. Even if I didn't get to meet him in person, Professor Shahabuddin was funny and I liked listening to his online lectures and taking his quizzes.
amazing class with a good vibe. The lessons are amazing and very informative. the way the teaching is done is also nice because it's easy to understand and catch up if you're behind.
thank you so much I really appreciate you style of teaching and you made things simple for me!
LOVED this class and this professor, 100% recommend him and the class. Very organized and everything is lined out and easy to follow.
Mr. S is a very honest and passionate about the material he teaches. I found his class very respectful and approachable. His grading methods are honest and he tells you all you need to do in order to pass his class/receive a 4.0. Although you do receive a grade for attendance you can leave early or be late, and he is flexible with extensions.
Good Class
I felt like Mr. S was a great professor. He made the material approachable, interesting, and challenging. Also I felt like we were active participants in class, not just listening to lectures. I would fully recommend taking Mr. Shahabuddin's classes, but specifically everyone should take Psychology of Racism!
he's a really funny and down to earth guy. i liked his class because it had very clear objectives and his courseload is perfect because you still do enough work to learn but it was never a huge burden. take his class if you want to have fun and learn. (he is also very fashionable with his bow ties!)
Very committed and caring - you can tell he's very passionate about the subject and has valuable experience in the field. He's organized and well-spoken, and I would absolutely take additional classes by him.
Shahabuddin's research psych class redefined the whole process of a research class, to me. Instead of a bunch of assignments over the quarter and then writing a research paper as the final, the research paper was written throughout the entire quarter. He is very funny and incredibly aware of how traditionally difficult research and stats are.
Mr. S is amazing!! He is super knowledgeable about psychology and everyone who knows him has great things to say. Psych research is a rigorous course for sure but Mr. S made it all a great pace and a great environment. Highly recommend! (ps. Lots of readings and work but if you do a little every week you'll be great)
Mr. S is such a caring, sweet, engaging professor. He has amazing energy and really goes above and beyond to make sure his students understand the material and understand what they need to do to get a good grade in his class. He makes the material interesting, which is hard to do in a research methods class, and encourages class discussion.
Mr. S made this class very easy (IMO) but I still learned a lot. We learned the material without it being stressful. Attendance is appreciated, and you will be graded for attendance. He takes attendance right at class start time, but will still give you a 1/2 point if you show up. (He seems to give you a good grade on it as long as you are trying.)
Mr. S is the best professor that I've ever taken in Central. Take his class and you won't regret it!! Attendance is not really required but it's best to show up for full points and to not get caught up with work!
Professor Shaan's PSYC100 class is fun and engaging. The lectures are interactive, and he provides helpful study guides. With unstuck AI and the textbook, you'll be set up for success. Attendance is mandatory, but it's worth it for the clear grading and support.
Extremely amazing professor! I haven't had a better experience in all my life. Lectures are super informative and interactive, I learned so much and had fun doing so.
Great Teacher, the class i took seemed a bit difficult at first but then i got the hang of it. He is great at emailing back and give lots of good feeback and he does the best he can to help you.
One of the best profs I've had amazing lectures even though attendance isn't mandatory you'll want to go to every class. Assignments are rarely overwhelming but are consistent and teach you about the subject. His only con is being strict with tardiness show up even two minutes late and he will give you partial attendance credit for the day.
Really recommend taking; always willing to help you. Attendance will be 10% of the total grade (be on time 10 days; late receive half). 3 extra days will be extra credit. Every week, participation, a quiz, a study guide. Very easy; answers are all on video lecture and ppt. Final project (record voice, face no need), and the final exam is online.
This professor's lectures are very understandable, but it will be more understandable if you listen to the lecture in the classroom. It has a clear and organized canvas, which will make it easier for you to learn.
Shaan Shahabuddin is an outstanding educator whose dedication to his students is unparalleled. He demonstrates a genuine commitment to providing a positive and enriching learning experience. From the very beginning of the course, he establishes a welcoming and inclusive environment.
I think that the fact that I was taught in an easy-to-understand way how to complete my daily tasks each week, and that the content of each week's study was divided into different fields, and that I was able to review the content after studying it, helped me to better remember the material.
He's teaching is Excellent.
Mr. S was honestly really great. It was one of my favorite classes and I would definitely take it again.
I would take this professor's class again.
As always read the syllabus provided by your professors. His requirements are all listed. His lectures are enjoyable. Be ready to do a lot of group/partner discussions in class. Not every single class is required to be attended but make sure to do the minimum required for full credit. Easy going and nice guy!
For me, Prof. S is the type of professor everyone will love. He's approachable and gives amazing lectures, which you can easily understand. I'm very thankful that I was one of his students.
They're fun and has a good humor. They make the modules organized so it doesn't seem all over the place. And there's a lot of group discussion
This professor is knowledgeable and professional, this professor wants to see his students succeed and does a great job at setting them up for success. His instructions are clear and concise, the assignments are engaging, and the classroom atmosphere is welcoming and energizing.
Mr. S is a very caring and understanding teacher. He really wants students to succeed and gives very clear guidelines as to how you can do that in his class. Assignments are super straightforward and as long as you are keeping up with the modules on canvas, you will not have anything to worry about.
Really good teacher. If you have him, don't even worry as long as you do the assignments and check modules every day you should end with an a.
Professor Shahabuddin has to be one of the most engaging instructors I have ever had. He responds to assignments in a timely manner, grades his assignments, and generally reaches out to his students. I would without a doubt recommend his course to other students interested in psychology.
You won't find this course too difficult or tiring especially if he's your professor. Because he's the type who's kind approachable understandable and very respectful in his dealings with his students.
i really enjoyed this class!
Shaan Shahabuddin was an amazing instructor who really helped me achieve a 4.0 in his PSYC 100 class. I would definitely recommend this class to anyone looking to take it!
Shaan is organized clear and extremely helpful!
awesome teacher
The goat, what more can I say
He is a good instructor
He has good understanding and value what you did. and he gives good correction and comments. I recommended others to take his class.
Professor Shahabuddin is so nice! He explains very clearly. He's very adaptable, so if you have any questions totally ask! Super flexible with extensions and accommodations.
loved this teacher he has a pretty fun and simple class
Mr. S is a diva; his class is so fun even though there is a lot of work p.s. the workload isn't overwhelming, it's consistent.
Mr. S is ICONIC. He makes this super intense paper very manageable.
Engaging class with meaningful discussions and a manageable workload. Not too many assignments, and the content is interesting. A decent amount of textbook reading. Good structure with flexibility and clear expectations. Great for psych majors, anyone curious about how people think, or if exploring whether a psych career is for you.
Great professor. The assignments and quizzes are focused on helping you remember the content of the course and not testing how much you remember. I never felt stressed out trying to get assignments done. He makes it interesting and fun and is very flexible. As long as you do the work, you will get a good grade.
Professor Shaan is amazing! He makes the class super interesting and explains things in a way that's easy to follow. He's always there to help and really cares about us doing well. His classes are fun and you actually learn a lot. Totally recommend!
Professor S. is great! His energy is consistent without being grating, he gives you everything you need to succeed and is happy to help if needed. The assignments never asked too much of me and were key to my understanding various concepts.
The professor's professional abilities is to be good at explaining things in a way that everyone can understand. They should change how they teach to fit different students, make learning fun, and be supportive. It's important to use simple language and pictures to help explain hard ideas.
Mr S is awesome, it is impossible to be in his class and not learn, i appreciate every feedback and interactions. Lecture, PowerPoint, directions to find notes in textbook was on point i appreciate everything about Mr S lecture I would definitely take other classes that he teach.
This is the 2nd course I've taken instructed by Mr. S and he truly is the BEST professor I've ever had!! Grading is clear. Feedback is amazing! Made my paper so much easier to put together and write. Lectures were fun and topics were easy to understand. He's also very funny!!
This class was very fun, and the final paper at first might sound scary, but when it's split into chunks, it's actually pretty easy to do. His other psychology classes are fun too, so if you're interested in psychology then look no further than Mr. S!
Mr. Shahabuddin is the most amazing professor ever! I have taken three of his psych classes and have scored A's in all of them. The work can be challenging but Mr. Shahabuddin is always there to support. The course material for this class can be daunting but he is there with you every step of the way. I absolutely recommend taking this class!
Shaan is an amazing professor. I found him very engaging and prioritizes breaking down each topic in a way that is easy to process and apply.
Mr.S is the best!
This professor is awesome and incredibly caring. You can tell that he's passionate about teaching and is there for his students which I think goes a long way. The workload is very manageable and the professor is flexible with extensions as long as you reach out to him before the due date! You have to take his class!
Professor Shahabuddin is awesome! I've taken him for many psychology courses and he's really good at what he does. All the students end up having an awesome time in-person and can bond with their fellow classmates. Even though the content itself isn't super difficult, Shahabuddin does everything on his power to keep the course as easy as possible.
This class was very interesting and easy.
Professor S is great, he explains the materials very well. Get ready to read! There is a lot of reading but he helps by provided power points as well that help a lot.
Wonderful and professional instructor!! Very patient and always attentive when responding to emails. I have learned so much from this class. Thank you so much!
What I want other students to know about Professor Shaan Shahabuddin is that he is a very clear and organized teacher who makes psychology easier to understand. . He is patient, respectful, and always willing to help if you don't understand something. His class is not stressful, but you still learn a lot teaching and wants everyone to succeed.
This is the best psychology class I have ever taken!
easy going, course work is straightforward, flexible, and understanding if need extra time or help
I had Shaan for my professor during study abroad and he is an amazing teacher. He is good on communication, and is very understanding. The work is clear with no confusion.
Great professor overall, if anything he's a little bit too lenient with his expectations which makes them a little difficult to follow.
Shaan was an awesome professor for this quarter. I took this class for a study abroad, and I enjoyed it. Shaan set a good balance of work and influence from the city where we studied. Homework and class expectations were set early on and we had a weekly routine of what to do. Class involved lots of class conversation and interesting discussions.
I've taken four of Shaans classes now and I've enjoyed all of them. I think he has very clear grading and cares about helping his students do well. Classes aren't hard if you turn stuff in on time.
Shaan is very helpful and informative, he is straight forward with the material and the work that is required. He's very kind and wants all of his students to succeed, he's also funny and fun to be around and I hope everyone who can takes a class from Shaan for the experience!
This professor is really nice and makes the class very interactive so you are not just sitting there for hours listening to him talk. I think he is the best professor I have had while being at Seattle central college
I took this class during a study abroad quarter in Barcelona, and Shaan was a wonderful professor! He was clear with instructions, easily accessible outside of class for questions, had engaging lectures, and truly cares for his students. It is evident that he loves what he does! I would recommend any class taught by professor S.
I had shaan for study abroad in Barcelona! Honestly, he's one of the best professors I've had. The coursework was never complex and the deadlines were reasonable. He was super understanding of any circumstances and the due dates were reasonable. We will miss you, shaan! #2025bcn
Shaan is my second favorite professor ever. Taking his class has been fun. Attendance is not mandatory, but it is graded. Shaan is a chill professor, but he sticks to what he says. He will grade you based on the rubric, pay attention. I would definitely recommend taking his class, as it is highly unlikely to find a better professor.
I took both Psych100 and Psych245 with Shaan for a study abroad quarter in Spain. He was very helpful, his lectures were fun, and he is easy to talk to. My only gripe is that his grading and syllabus can be a bit inconsistent, but that may be because of the special circumstance we were in being abroad. I highly recommend his class.
Shaan is awesome!! I took both his Psych 100 & 245 while studying abroad this fall and I felt so lucky to be in his class. He's down to earth, friendly, an engaging lecturer, and homework was reasonable and straightforward. He also was very supportive in us experiencing life in Spain so he was really gracious when I had some late work. My fav prof!
I've taken Mr. S two times now, one for Psych 100, and one for Psych 245. He has been my favorite professor so far. He makes it very easy for students to stay on track and complete work through his engaging lectures and accessible online course.
Super easy class, but you still learn a lot and the entire class revolves around actually learning and integrating the concepts. Lots of group activities and very easy format to be engaged. Absolutely fantastic professor.
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