He is an exceptional Professor for sure! I absolutely loved his classes. And you can tell he loves to teach! He gives common-sense examples with his theories, so by the end of the quarter, you simply can't help but notice how he's opened your eyes and has given you a new look on life. At least he changed mine. A must to take!

Always looked forward to his classes, even at 8 am. His is simply the illustration of what he teaches. Such a humble, genuine and wise teacher that you just do not want to miss out on his lectures. He doesn't make you buy the book, he gives copies. An easy class, if you make an effort. And he's always there to help! You will get a LOT out of it!

Professor Robins is the best teacher I have ever had. I always left class feeling I had gained a lot of new knowledge. We had to write 5 application papers -- fairly short and easy + 1 midterm and final exam all very straighforward. I would take Professor Robins again. He is very knowledgable, kind, caring, supportive and a fair grader.

Dr. Robins is truly passionate about psychology and bettering others lives. He really tries his best in helping his students in any way possible. The assignments are really helpful to understand and apply the material to everyday life. I never wanted to miss his lectures because they are so insightful. Simply a class that changes your life!

Incredibly kind, caring, and flexible professor. Really cares about the well being of the class, so much so that oftentimes the lecture doesn't cover everything important in the textbook because the class is discussing real life applications of the concepts before we start lecture. Pass/fail papers, midterm, and a final are the only assessments.

Dr. Shani evidently has outstanding expertise in his field and is quite knowledgeable. I enjoyed every single class and would not miss it even my after my hardest day at work. All material covered was absolutely helpful and applicable to my daily life. Class was always fun and therapeutic. I Loved application of Wisdom Skills! Thanks so Much!! :-)

Professor Robins is one of the best professors I have met so far. I simply loved going to his class since we were learning so much. He is very kind and caring towards his students. I loved the application of Wisdom skills. A life changing experience.

Amazing human being. This man was created by the Gods! You learn so much. He's sweet, caring, and approachable. You learn so much and I will sure treasure what I learned in his class for the rest of my life. I will take his other classes again for sure. I HIGHLY recommend this instructor!

Dr. Robins is the most humble professor I've never had at foothill college. He is understanding , approachable and laid back. The class itself has a lot of reading, 2 exams and 3 papers. I like him a lot not because it's a fairly easy class but because how humble he is and how relaxing his classes are. It is an honor to take his class.

Dr. Robins is the best! Foothill is lucky to have such a wonderful educator. A lot of reading but it's necessary in order to comprehend the subject. He is funny and cares about his students. Very dedicated Psychologist and Instructor. Syllabus is lengthly but very well detailed!

He's super nice. His classes are inspirational and has a lot of knowledge regarding psychology. I learn many things other than the textual knowledge about psychology. I was able to apply many of the wisdom skills (you'll know if you take his class) outside of the class and it really make my life better. Follow his study guide and you'll do great!

Shani is a great professor and he really knows what he is talking about. His use of wisdom therapy and applying wisdom skills to everyday life will probably be something I take with me and use for the rest of my life. I appreciate his patience and his charisma and will be enrolling in another one of his classes. He loves chocolate.

Shani was a very kind and passionate teacher. He really cares about his work and his students. We were introduced to SPSS, which was beneficial if you are a psychology major. He was a fair grader and aimed to help students feel confident in his class. I would recommend him 100%.

Shani appreciates and acknowledges students who put in the effort to learn. Don't be afraid to ask questions during class and come in during his office hours! Shani is very passionate about wisdom skills, so you will also get the opportunity to learn about how to practice skills such as emotional intelligence in conjunction to his lectures.

Best Psych instructor at Foothill. He is very caring and approachable. He is truly the sweetest! It was an honor having him as my instructor and I would take him again and again and again! He is funny, subtle funny at times, which makes him even funnier. You can get an A, but you'll have to work for it, not impossible to get an A, just do the work!

--will teach you life wisdom skills helpful in all aspects of life if you are open to accepting and practicing them. --caring and inclusive. Super available in person to answer questions. --extremely knowledgeable in the area of positive psychology, domestic violence, and emotional intelligence, and mindfulness.

Dr. Robins is a great instructor. Three application papers (2 pgs in length), Mid-Term, and Final. Many class discussions. This man has a heart of GOLD, he's a gentle soul. You can ask him anything and he is beyond helpful. Will take him again.

He's great at making the content enjoyable and making it interesting. Very reasonable work load. Very accommodating to personal needs of the students. There are three papers, a midterm and a final. The three papers are graded on showing you understand content, not technicality. Learn life skills in class that can be applied to your own situation.

Prof. Robins is one of the best professors I have ever had. Please do yourself a big favor and take this class! He is brilliant, inspiring, hilarious and a gem of a person. This class was a life changing experience for me. He teaches wisdom skills, emotional intelligence and so much more through real life experiences and examples shared in class.

Dr. Robins is a great guy. Four application papers which were pretty fun to write and the final. He's super sweet and funny. I would highly recommend his class. His lecture of the Wisdom Skills make perfect sense. There is also a Wisdom Club which is completely optional, that too I recommend, it's a wonderful club to join!

Dr. Robins provides a great course for Psych 40! Super easy class and his main focus is that you understand the material rather than harsh grading. There were 3 application papers that are extremely simple and you're given an A just for turning them in. No midterm and a cumulative take home final! Just be sure to go to class and you'll get an A!

I took professor Shani for Positive Psychology & his class makes you think about everyday things in a positive way. The wisdom skills are very inspiring and the class is heavy on participation, so be ready to discuss. Reading is required, so be prepared to read to pass the test/midterms. Be open, honest, and willing to learn new things!

Took his online class for the summer quarter. midterm and final are open note, 3 assignments throughout the quarter that he gives 100% for just for putting in the effort , Puts together lectures for the chapters you are reading to sum up the material he wants you to learn.

I took Professor Robins for Summer and his online class was amazing. He was very understanding of my situation and theclass was straightforward. Three application papers and one midterm and cumulative final exam. He gave us 100% on the application papers for just putting in effort and I highly recommend everyone take Professor Robins for Psych1.

Dr. Robins is a very humble professor. This course is also easy to keep up with, and the materials provided in the reading course can help us make progress quickly. The knowledge learned in this course has also benefited me a lot, especially wisdom skills.

took him for gen psych and it was so e a s y. he had zooms, they were boring. i would read the chapter ahead of time and then in class he was supposed to go over the material but he usually talked abt other things (usually cognitive distortions). you end up learning tho and he really pushed every1 to get an A. u will get an a but u will be so bored

It's hard to reach him outside out class. I sent an email on the first day asking him to clarify the assignment and have never gotten a reply back. There are no due dates on anything besides the midterm and final. There are only 3 assignments besides reading the text, midterm and final , but it has little to no instructions.

He was super understanding during the pandemic, and his words and presence was super calming, and usually related to living every day life! Not only as a psychology professor was he great, but he also give good tips and reminders about staying grounded in general.

This course has changed how I think about my relationships and my life for the better. When I signed up for this course I had no idea what to expect but I definitely did not expect to be impacted by it in such a profound way. Professor Robins' outlook on life is super positive and inspiring. His lectures are very detailed and easy to follow as well

Prof Shani Robbins had the best lectures I have seen. I was actually truly interested in them and was far from boring. I also loved that he didn't make you do so many quizzes,it was mainly the mid-term test and the final. Other than that we had 3 papers to write and some reading. I did not feel pressure, you can tell he just wants you to succeed

Professor Shani is a very intelligent person and cares well for his students. I enjoyed this class a lot! Definitely a course you wouldn't feel bored even just watching the lectures. Work isn't difficult at all, just make sure to pace yourself.

This General Psychology course was so much more applicable in real life and useful than I ever imagined a psych course to be. I really expected to be learning just about hormones and brain systems, but Mr. Robins connected all that scientific material to applicable lessons that have changed the way I think of and express my emotions. Great class!

1 midterm, 1 final, 3 application papers for a quarter and they are really easy as long as you pay attention to the class. I really enjoy Professor Robins's lettuce, the knowledge you learned from his class is really helpful for your daily life and reducing your anxiety! You can tell he really wants his student to be successful!

Dr. Robins was fabulous! He is a Stanford Professor & a double Doctorate! I took the Into to Personality Psych class. We had weekly meetings & his posted/ in class lectures were extraordinarily helpful to understand the psychological frameworks of personality. Midterm/Final & 3 short papers aside from class participation. Reading req but worth it!

I liked wisdom skills professor Robins taught in this class. I especially liked weekly discussion session where we shared our exercise of wisdom skills and puzzles, and got good feedback from professor Robins right way . He is very caring during this pandemic period, and offered extra credit for students.

This professor was great. He communicated and got back to me on canvas fairly quick. Was easy on making up points. He cares for his students and students to pass. Teaches psychology in a fun manner. I enjoyed the course and recommended Shani Robins.

Professor Robins Positive Psychology course is a life changer. I learned the science and psychology of wisdom skills and had many opportunities to apply these practically. I learned to be mindful, have humility & empathy, transcend my ego, and be self-aware of cognitive distortions. Professor Robins is wise, kind, helpful, and one of the best!

This professor is super understanding and is very caring when it comes to his students. He always makes sure to put students first!

This was an online class with PDF copies of textbooks, articles, power point presentations, and links used for keeping costs down for all students. Professor Shani Robins understands and has much compassion for meeting each student where they are at. Knowing that he's approachable, available, & willing to work with all students is unique & special.

An amazing class to take! I mean- "Positive Psychology" and in a time like this- most needed! The topics of the lectures were really interesting and easy to follow. Assignments were not just homework but meaningful experience and gained skills, as you were instructed to apply what you have learned to your life- for your wellbeing and others'.

This was an amazing Psych class with great lectures! The Zoom lectures are not mandatory but highly recommended. He's extremely informative and an easy grader. The only thing that made me uneasy was that there are only two tests (that you can retake, 3x) and three easy assignments. None of the work was graded until the end so I never knew how I did

Positive Psych was mostly asynchronous & designed with a clear and organized structure. Dr Robins is very friendly, communicative, and well spoken. It is clear he is passionate about teaching this subject, and helping people benefit from these concepts by applying them in their lives. Enjoy Dr Robins' course; He wants you to succeed :-)

Great asynchronous teaching style. Professor created easily readable modules that teach the theory of positive psychology to anyone. Professor builds a foundation with which students can learn and apply skills derived from positive psych to enhance their strengths and relationships. This class contains valuable material in a stress free context.

This class was very informative and the content is easily accessible. I definitely recommend taking this class for college credit as it is very doable and the content has large applications in daily life!

I took the course online. It was easy to follow reading and homework assignments. There were plenty of reading assignments, but there were also many videos and lectures that will teach you the material. The teacher is fair and provides direction, study guides, and reminders to help you get the best grade possible. Overall, I enjoyed the class.

Took an online course, very straightforward: 3 written papers, one midterm and one final. You get a few attempts on the tests, however, the grade is cumulative of three attempts, make sure to study before the tests. No grades on paper assignments, but you can get feedback to make sure you meet the requirements.

Prof. Robins asynchronous psych 9 course was very germane to some struggles I've been going through right now, without creating an overbearing presence looming over the rest of my courses. I recommend this class if you're looking to fulfill your IGETC requirement.

Great professor, easy to get a good grade if you do the work

Best class I have taken in foothill sofar. Learning mindfulness was very helpful in my life. HIGHLY Recommend!

I took Positive Psychology from Professor Robins. It was a GREAT class with lots of interesting information. My only complaint was about how much reading was assigned. However, I was taking it during the summer so I had limited time to catch up. The videos he uses are really helpful to understand concepts and often enjoyable to watch.

Professor Robins was phenomenal, I learned a tremendous amount without doing a tremendous amount. Definitely take this class for a smooth and enjoyable learning experience.

The great thing about this class is that the assignments aim to help you apply what you learn in the class to your daily life. After taking this class, I have learned to implement many wisdom skills to help decrease conflict and anxiety In my everyday life. His deadlines are very flexible, so be sure to manage your time wisely.

Amazing professor, very understanding!

I'm so glad I took this class! Dr. Robins is so inspirational, smart, & caring! The skills you learn in this class can actually change your life. No joke. This class was more useful to me than 3 years of talk therapy. I learned so much about myself & how to bounce back from dealing with negative people, situations, & life changes. Take this class!

Dr. Robins is so inspirational, smart, & caring! The wisdom skills you'll learn can actually change your life. No joke. This class was more useful to me than 3 years of talk therapy. I learned so much about myself & how to bounce back from dealing w/ negative people, situations, & life changes. Take this class with Dr. Shani Robins! Sry 4 dbl post

Very simple and knowledge filled class. Definitely recommended

Professor Robins is one of the best professors I have had at the community college; I highly recommend Professor Robins while the professor provides great lectures and supplies us with great material for the course. Communicating with Professor Robins was easy and clear. I'm glad I had the opportunity to be his student,perspective changed immensely

I really liked this course. You learn a lot about mindfulness and the key areas of all sides of psychology.

Professor Robins is one of the best professors I have ever had, this is coming from a dual enrollment student for more context. I have taken a few courses before but the thing about this class is that it puts more weight on learning than doing "Busy Work" this has been one of the best experiences ever. I learned a lot, don't procrastinate! Take it!

I took this professor for General Psychology and Positive Psychology and he is the best professor I have ever had at any community college. He really emphasizes application based learning and wants people to lead a healthy lifestyle. Even after taking this class two quarters prior, I still go back to the lectures. Take this class!!!

I took this professor for General Psychology and Positive Psychology. He is THE best professor I have come across from all the CCs I have attended. He wants people to apply what they are learning to their lives. Even after taking this class two quarters prior, I still go back and watch the class lectures. He is the best professor!! TAKE HIM!!!

Dr. Shani Robins is an amazing Professor, he is willing to help you do the very best! He will also let you retake an exam if you get an unfavorable grade! This is one of the reasons I stayed in his class for the summer! I took his course online for summer 2024 and he was very responsive to all my emails and very nurturing. Great Class!!! Cheers!

Professor Shani is amazing! He does care about and respect us students. He responds to our questions swiftly. The course is not easy but definitely worth studying.

Professor Shani is a very good professor. The courses he provides are also very easy to understand, and you can learn many useful thinking skills in this course.There are two exams, Courseware and providing materials to review will definitely get a good grade. The email responses were very fast, and they provided good advice and good communication.

There is allot of reading for the class. This is a wonderful, inspiration and life changing subject. Please take the time to engage with the material to get the most out of the class. Shani is caring, engaging and a leader in the field. I am so grateful for the opportunity to take the class.

Professor: Shani is amazing, he really cares about his students!

This teacher is a true master of Positive Psychology, from ancient teachings to modern understandings. My course was crunched from 12 weeks to 6 weeks. We had a bit of reading, I am sure there would be less in the normal course. He has a great sense of humor and is willing to work with all students.

I recommend this class not only for psychology majors, but also for people from completely different fields. You'll gain a lot of knowledge that can help you in your life. The optional Zoom meetings (I do recommend attending them) feel almost like group therapy, where you can talk about your own struggles and hear wise advice from Professor Robins.

I took this class as a dual enrollment student and really enjoyed it. Prof Robins is very understanding and cares that you actually learn the material. Theres a lot of reading but its genuinely interesting and ties in with lectures which are easy to follow. Overall, really liked this class and learned a lot about mindfulness and its applications.

Great class and very understanding Professor. I learned a lot about positive psychology and he helped us implement into our lives. He makes the assignment pretty simple. I would recommend!

For summer quarter, there's only 3 essays and Midterm+Final. The 3 essays are all same topic about applying wisdom skills to real life, really interesting to write about. Both exam have extra credit if complete early, not hard, don't worry. Highly recommend and you will learn a lot of wisdoms that can apply to later life.

Prof Robins is really great and understanding! Highly recommend his course and you will learn a lot of wisdoms that can apply to later life! Summer quarter only have 3 essays and Midterm+Final, the essays are really interesting to write about! Both exam have extra credit if complete early, not hard but gainful, don't worry!

Took this class during the summer 6-week session. Graded on a midterm, final exam, and 3 application papers. The workload felt very reasonable and was very doable despite being a shortened session. Dr. Robins is very responsive when you reach out with questions, and the material for the class itself is interesting and inspiring for everyday life.

Took this class during the shortened 6-week course. Class is graded on a midterm, final exam, and 3 application papers. Workload was very reasonable, and there are opportunities for extra credit. Dr. Robins is very responsive when you reach out with questions, and the material itself for class is interesting and very applicable to everyday life.

I recommend Professor Robins. This course was simple and straightforward, with lots of extra credit, and he helped me greatly outside of class to accommodate changes in deadlines.

This professor is extremely kind!

Very understanding professor. Worked with me while I was struggling with my PTSD. Highly recommend 👌

There's a midterm, final, and 3 application papers that make up your grade. There's the whole quarter to complete the papers. It's not stressful. Lectures are all online and its not bad if you miss classes. The study guide pretty much adheres to the final, few topics missed. The professor is very kind and understanding and pretty funny to be around

i love how the class material we learned is something we can apply in real life! he teaches wisdom skills which is important when dealing with conflict and his class work is mostly graded by midterms and final itself. Study guides are straight forward and lectures are enjoyable:)