Was repetitive, but that's required in a philosophy class, especially an intro class. Explained concepts fully and clearly. Very good-natured.

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A pretty nice guy that knows what he's talking about. He goes over examples well until the class understands and he is willing to help outside of class. Overall a good teacher.

Prof. Jacobson made a boring 5th-grade level required class fun and interesting. If anything was not understood, he repeatedly made attempts to find new ways to present the information. The only problem is there are only so many ways to do so and some of the kids in class clearly need to spend a little more time awake and doing the reading.

Ehh. I paid attention for the first half of the semester until I found out that his tests are basically the exact same thing as the study guide he gives you. Funny guy and he explains the concepts very thoroughly. If you don't understand any of the concepts he presents it's because you're too busy sleeping and not doing the readings.

I love him! Explains everything with great clarity. Tests are a multiple choice and there are two papers you have to write. Great class that i definitely recommend.

He is a very nice professor. Pay attention in class, take notes, and review for exams and you should easily make a B. Make sure to complete all assignments (3tests, 2 papers)or an automatic failure will result. He is very helpful if you have questions.

Great Prof. Keeps class entertaining and informative. No attendance policy. Very laid back. Easy A if you think analytically.

He's a saucy yogi

At first, I didn't like this professor, but as the semester went on, I came to appreciate his quirky teaching style. He's very laid back in class, but this doesnt means tests will be easy. You will need to study/stay abreast of material. (This is college, so that isn't asking too much). He is very helpful especially if you show interest in class.

He's funny, laid-back, and turns mud into crystal. A very low-stress professor...just sit back and enjoy the class (and you will enjoy it). He's more than willing to email/talk about anything you want...he even lent me one of his books when I had questions about something.

Jacobson is a very quirky, anything-goes kind of guy. Sitting in his class every week was pretty enjoyable and very entertaining. You actually WILL learn. And as long as you follow the lectures, you will pass the class. Minimal studying is required if you're actually interested in the class.

Tries very hard to help the majority of students who've never bothered to think about philosophical matters and don't understand logic to get the concepts. But the class is agonizingly boring for those of us who are familiar at all with the subject. This class is either ridiculously easy or hard depending on your background.

Jacobson was my favorite teacher last semester.He knows the material and is also really funny. He doesn't ramble and is pretty clear cut with the material. You will have to study and you might want to go to most of the classes.I slept a lot during class and skipped a few times but still ended up with a B in the class, take him!

Jacobson is a great professor. A little quirky, and sometimes his lectures feel like they go right over your head--but they usually don't. He's intelligent, hilarious and very willing to help. His tests are tough but you really learn the material. I'd definitely recommend him--especially for Epistemology.

Kept me interested throughout. I recommend him, and would take him again at least twenty nine times.

Jacobson is really qwirky in his teaching. He lectures the whole class period, so it is pretty important that you go to class and take notes. His tests comes half from the practice test he gives the class before, and half straight from hia notes. I would definitely recommend him.

He is great! loves jokes, is very clear, stimulates thought. I've had him twice now and wouldn't mind taking him again. You'll do well and learn A LOT if you listen to lectures.

Interesting, funny, and somewhat unusual professor, entire class grade made up of 3 tests with an opportunity for an extra credit paper that can bump up a B+ to an A- and etc. Everything on those tests is from lectures, so attendance is mandatory if you wish to do well in the class. Book can help understand certain things but not required

Spent alot of time on Decarte,but overall it was a good class. He doesn't care if you go, but go b/c he goes over alot that the notes that he sends are useless if you don't go to class.Gives exam a week before and a day before goes over it as a class, so go and actually answer the questions.Drops the lowest essay grade and has 2 easy papers.

Quite boring, unless youre into philosophy. High curves on tests, but class is just him reading over pre written notes and gets confusing. Study groups are helpful.

This was the only class I truly wanted to get out of bed in the morning and go to. His examples he makes up in order to understand concepts are brilliant. One of the only classes I have actually grown from taking.

Not a bad teacher. I wouldn't recommend taking a philosophy class if you aren't really into this stuff because it is boring by default. I learned a lot but I wouldn't do it again. He's very laid back and will drop two lowest essay grades.

If you don't like philosophy, I wouldn't recommend him. HOWEVER, if you do, take him. He knows what he's talking about. Really cool guy (pretty loopy). He'll help you out as much as you want. Only bad thing about him is his monotone voice during lectures. Besides that, great professor.

He's extraordinarily knowledgable on the subject matter and I thoroughly enjoyed my time in his class. He's very laid back and I respect him very much. He has a lot to teach if you're willing to learn. There is a "required" text book, but I never bought or used it. Grade strictly based on tests. Show up to class and they'll be a breeze.

very well known philosophy professor. very exciting class. he talks about GOD a lot. his notes does not have to do anything with his test. he gave 3 test. test questions are from lecture. not from the notes. so the attendance is mandatory. but let me tell you, no one wants to miss his lecture. lectures are very very interesting. take him.

Good notes, but need to attend class for clarity. No final. Need the book. Hard to get a perfect score. Interesting subject

Corny and make lame jokes but he's a funny guy. Test are fair, lectures are a must to attend, but you don't have to. Never bought text book and still made an A. His topics are interesting and would highly recommend if you want an easy A. He talks about God a lot, and he is very knowledgeable in the category. Great guy, great professor.

hes a brilliant man who made me want to change my major to the subject so i did.

Honestly great lectures, can get boring though. You will never get your grade back till 5 weeks after a test. Funny guy.

Jacobson's class is straightforward. Take notes from his lectures to prepare for the test. He gives you the essay questions a week in advance, and you review the questions the class before. Minimal busy-work; he wants you to think about what you're learning. Quirky and friendly but prone to correct you at your pride's expense if you're wrong.

A great professor who really knows his stuff about philosophy. Your grade will be determined by three essay-based tests. He does not give a cumulative final exam. If youre in the Honors College you will have one paper to write. Class is interesting and he provides notes for you electronically.

Very knowledgeable guy. Very laid back. He really knows his stuff. I learned most in this class just by attending his lectures. He outlines all of the readings in class and thoroughly explains the theories in layman terms. Tests are 3-4 short essays. And one final paper.

He makes lame jokes, but he won't call on you in class. Philosophy is incredibly boring as is, and he is rather dry but he teaches the material well and knows it. He can answer your toughest questions and will respond to emails quickly. He gave us our test questions a week in advance, so there was no reason not to get a perfect score.

You need to do a fair amount of reading and possibly show up to office hours to get clear on the concepts. He's laid back and doesn't grade too harshly, but the material in class can be fairly dense so make sure you put in the extra work to understand it.

Dr. Jacobson is THE sweetest little old man and a darling professor. He communicates the material clearly in his lectures, and he lightens up the oftentimes heavy subjects with doses of his self-deprecating humor. His assignments and tests are all straight-forward and doable. He is a funny guy, a reasonable grader, and an effective professor.

Jacobson is disorganized, inarticulate, and even kinda rude when students ask questions. He's also one of my favorite professors. Despite his unorthodox teaching style, his classes are really engaging. Recommend you take any of his classes as long as you can keep up with the readings and not get lost because of the chaos.

He's really sweet and sarcastic. As long as you go to lectures and pay close attention you should be fine. You have to understand the lectures to do well on the tests because they can be a bit wordy. Overall the content he covers is interesting and you're confused he's more than happy to explain it until you understand.

Dr. Jacobson is a great teacher. the subject itself is pretty confusing. but it was interesting nonetheless. and Dr. Jacobson does a really good job explaining things in a simple way (most of the times). make sure you come to class, or else the test will be confusing. overall, if you're just starting out with philosophy, he would be a solid choice.

Dr. Jacobson is nice and a really funny guy, I enjoyed his lectures even though the material itself was confusing. You really need to listen and take notes while he's lecturing because the outlines posted on icollege won't help at all. He does review days before the exam which are SUPER helpful. Tests are multiple choice with about 2 free response.

Gives good insight and elaborates on everything. He likes when students actually engage in discussions, express thoughts, ask questions etc. I took this class Fall2020 online, I wish I could have had him and this class in person.

This is the 3rd time I've taken him and this class was very difficult, but he is one of my favorite professors. I someone saying he's rude, but he's just sarcastic, and you can be back. Definitely recommend him if you are serious about Phil, because if not his classes will be very difficult. He is always very open to helping- just have to ask.

You need to actually like philosophy to enjoy the classes. Very lecture heavy, and sometime gets off track. He is very sarcastic which some might not like. He gives great examples and answers questions. He makes sure everyone knows material before tests. 3 tests and 1 paper. The tests should be easy as long as you go to class and take notes.

He's a great guy, don't get me wrong. Just don't take his class (or any Phil class for that matter) if you're not genuinely interested in philosophical discussions. NEURO majors, stay away lol ---> please ignore that it's an elective choice. 3 exams, 1 paper, 25% each 1 optional 4th exam in case u do bad on the first 2

I think Professor Jacobson's class was easy for the most part. I do appreciate the grading curves he gives out for the exam.

Dr. Jacobson was a super easy teacher. Only tests and a paper for the entire duration of the class were due. He also provides online sessions throughout the class which are very helpful if you do not understand the material. 100% recommend.