He is really interesting and very good looking!

Very, very nice and explains things very well. He cares about his students and wants them to be challenged. Unlike many of the gen. ed classes, this one makes you use your brain. AND not to mention, he's easy on the eyes.

Not the class to take early morning when your pledging.

Mr. Hales presents all the information for the class very clear and his essay, m/c exams are all straight from your thorough notes. He writes on the board what you need to get a B in the class and lectures the additional info needed to achieve an A.

I really liked his class and thought it was very interesting to go to. He comes up with great examples that make it very easy to understand. Once you get an idea of what he's looking for on the exams you shouldn't have a problem.

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Best professor I've had at Bloomsburg (in 3 yrs)- this class is worth taking no matter your major, teaches you to use your brain. He challenges you- but what GOOD professor doesn't? I found myself going to class just to hear him speak- he graduated from Brown(!), and he's quite easy on the eyes ;)

He made the class very intresting and gave great examples. if was frustrating because he always played devils advocate, but it made you think alot. Tests weren't that bad, i just took good notes and didn't have to study....managed a B+!

Very entertaining professor. Tests may be difficult, require studying, but overall is interesting and is worth taking if you like philosophy or critical thinking.

Very Intelligent. Has an analytic way of teaching and expects apropriate effort on your part, though he is always willing to help. If you do poorly in his classes, its because you don't try.

Be prepared to be persecuted for your religious beliefs, or for that matter, any beliefs. He basically disputes whatever point you make. Although, class is interesting and very thought provoking. Also interesting, he never tells you what he actually believes.

Intelligent guy who does dispute almost everything you say in class, but makes you think hard. This class seemed as if was easier grading than critical thinking, tests were mostly dependent on how well you can explain his essays, with few mutliple choice.

Class is soooo easy. I have a 1.8 gpa and I managed a B+. You don't have to read at all. I would recommend taking him. He tells you the questions before the test!!

I absolutely loved his class. This was the only class I have ever actually looked forward to going to. Every time you say something he plays devils advocate, but he really makes you think. He gives great examples that really explain things well. Tests were easy if you just memorize what he gives you. I'd definitely recommend taking his class.

Very intelligent and clear prof. Explaniations are exceptional. Another experience worth having no matter your interests.

Great professor...the only 5 he didn't receive was for easiness, but that's probably the dumbest category in rating professors. If students aren't here to be challenged in classes, then they probably shouldn't be in college. The only people who don't lik

i am inlove with this man

Dr. Hales doesn't baby anyone. we coined the phrase "Hales Smash", because he can destroy a seemingly solid/sound arguement with a word. He's intellect is kind of intimadating, but I'd want that over a medicore prof any day.

SOOOO HOT. Dr. Hales is the hottest thing that I've ever seen. I hate to see him leave, but I love to watch him leave!!

A limerick: I know of a Dr. named Steven, who'll shoot down all you believe in. His brain's like a gun, aimed at'cha for fun, and he'll fire until you stop breathin'. Another(couldn't resist): His classes are full of pretenders, and faithful religion defenders. But Hales doesn't care, so long as they're there, to worship the man in suspenders.

Leave your beliefs at the door of his classroom! He will shoot them down. He is very good at what he does. Make sure you have an excellent argument before you speak. I'm still trying to figure out why such an accomplished philosopher is teaching at Bloomsburg?

This is a professor, no, person that anyone would be honored to encounter. He is one of the most challenging and enthusiastic classroom leaders I have ever had the priveledge of arguing with. He teaches his students a valuable lesson, be prepared to defend your opinions and beliefs, for there is always a rebuttle creeping around a near by corner.

Very Good and enthusiastic professor. Grade is based on three tests (one surprise test that isn't worth that much and attendance). The tests are fairly easy as long as you pay attention and take good notes in class. I wouldn't take this class if you're very sensitive because when you try to argue with him he will probably shoot you down everytime.

Having this teacher made me switch my major. Without a doubt the smartest man i have ever met. I work my schedule around his classes.

Overall, I can say that if I had to take another class with Halls I would. He teaches with a passion, and can be very funny at times. Tests can be a little rough, but just study and you'll do fine.

The class itself is pretty intense so i don't recommend taking a 9:00 class. Overall the subject is interesting and Hales really know what he's talkig about. Studying is definately a necessity.

YOU REALLY WANT TO HAVE HIM AS A PROFESSOR. HE IS VERY SMART AND HELPFUL. BUT HE DOESN'T LIKE STUDENTS TO BE LATE. TAKE HIS CLASS IT'S WORTH IT.

my favorite class of all time. He will open your eyes to a new way of thinking. Take him for a gen ed and be ready to argue your arse off.

All around a good teacher.

Very intelligent and fun. This class made me pick up a philosophy minor. He is a great professor and willing to help you when you need it. If you're going to take a philosophy class, he's the professor to take.

Hales is an amazing teacher. He expects a lot from his students, which is somewhat refreshing. He strongly believes in what he teaches, and his interest is contagious. His tests and finals are challenging, but not impossible. go to class study your notes and you'll be fine. He's very easy on the eyes,and i love his tie and suspender combos!

Great prof. Very enthusiastic! Tests are mostly essay w/ some mult choice. He looks for main points in the essays, not just BS. Participate and ask if you don't understand. Don't be late or let cell phone go off! He doesn't act mad but you lose attendance which helps your grade. Overall very very interesting class. It will def. have you thinking.

Dr. Hales is dreamy -- I couldn't stop looking at his pecs.

He was a very interesting teacher who liked to hear other peoples opinions on different topics. It was very eye-opening, however the tests were difficult. They were all essays, and he would take points off and not explain why. So make sure you are very thorough with the notes you take in class, and be sure to provide your own opinion on your essays

If you want to learn, then take Dr. Hales. The point of a philosophy class is to think outside the box and challenge yours and other peoples' opinions and ideas. Students who talk ill of him just don't enjoy philosophy. Dr. Hales is the best in the business (and he'll make sure you at least consider reconsidering evertthing you've ever believed =))

After my college career is finished, Metaphysics with Hales will probably have been my all-time favorite class. The difference between my philosophical mindset before and after taking the course is incredible. Hales is not only really brilliant, but also clever enough to explain difficult concepts in many different ways to aid your understanding.

Good teacher. Will challenge you to think about your answers. Pretty much will disprove most of your ideas in a reasonable way. tests were multiple choice and if you take notes and study you should pass them easily. He is one of the authors of the book he used so he knows what he is talking about.

Takes attendance. Had biweekly quizes and a final. Very funny prof and interesting topics. He knows that he is talking about!

HALES IS ONE OF THE BEST PROFS AT ALL TIME. BEFORE HIS CLASS, I DIDN'T THINK OF ANY OF THE TOPICS HE ADDRESSED IN CLASS. NOW, I ALWAYS THINK OF THEM AND VIEW THINGS MORE CRITICALLY. IF YOU ARE CLOSED MINDED DO NOT TAKE HIS CLASS OR IF YOU WISH TO MAINTAIN YOU RELIGIOUS BELIEFS. TAKE THIS CLASS!!

Honestly one of the best professors I have ever had. Yeah he is going to challenge you and make you rethink certain things but that’s the point of a philosophy course. I highly recommend taking him. No its not an easy A but if you do the work you can deff get one. I have gotten A's in almost all the classes I've taken with him

Professor Hales is a great professor! He def. loves what he does. He challenges his students and isn't afraid to say he disagrees with you. Weekly quizzes, a final, takes attendance every class. Gives notes from a PowerPoint and quiz questions come right from them.

Probably one of the most intelligent men I've ever met. Best professor you could have for philosophy.

Very good teacher. Quiz every Friday, but it's taken right from the notes; if you memorize the PPs you'll do fine. Must go to class and on time or he makes a point to call you out. Final is pretty easy, it is all of the quizzes together. Overall it was a pretty easy class and he's a good prof!

good enthusiuastic teacher besides the fact that the class was early he always kept it intresting

Class is super easy and as long as you go to class and pay attention to power points, the tests every week are super easy. Only thing is that he shoots down anything you say, and any belief you have. Of course, the material presented does focus on things such as God and Free Will, but he makes it clear where he stands and if u disagree u r wrong.

I've had Dr. Hales for a number of classes. He is a respected figure in philosophic academia and definitely knows his stuff while being very clear. He will make you write a few 1500 word papers and grade them somewhat harshly. Don't expect anything higher than a B+ unless you put forth a visibly large effort to get one. His finals can be tough.

Overall good professor. Most of the grading comes from weekly quizzes. Pay attention in class and you will pass.

Anyone who says Hales is a bad teacher honestly does not realize that he is a teacher of Philosophy. And it is his job to get you to think, not just blindly express your own opinions without any objection. He is a good professor, show up and pay attention and you will pass. If your feelings tend to get hurt don't take this class.

If you want to start your day by having all your beliefs and common knowledge ripped apart, sign yourself up for PHIL 111. If your response does not coincide with his, you are wrong. I understand that he tries to get students to react, but he almost always shoots you down and examples he gives are extremely radical and sometimes inappropriate.

Hales was by far my favorite professor. Made me consider changing to a philosophy major. Very understanding when you miss class and very professional. The suspenders and different colored pants was awesome!!

He is a great dude and really knows his stuff. You can ask him random stuff and he most likely has an answer to it or he has read a book about it. Just be prepared because this is philosophy and the class is hard.

Definitely will be taking his class again. I loved his teaching style and the way he got your brain thinking and seeing other points of view. If you are a sensitive person you might not like him as much, but I personally loved the bluntness and critique of ideas!

Dr. Hales is a good prof. He makes you think and asks a lot of questions. He wrote the textbook and you need a specific edition that isn't free online so it seems like a money grab. There is weekly Friday quizzes that is the bulk of your grade. The lecture is verbatim from the textbook (b/c he wrote it) so you don't need to read if you go to class

I found the class decently easy, but most of my friends in the class struggled, so it really depends. Hales gives weekly quizzes on the content which people generally struggle with. The textbook is helpful in aiding your understanding but not a necessity to pass. Most importantly, be prepared to have your beliefs and faith respectfully challenged.

The class is quiz based but if you show up and pay attention you'll pass. Also I'm in his critical thinking class now and he has unlimited extra credit in critical thinking so you really cant fail if you try. He's one of my favorite teachers because of his interest in what he does and that he really wants his students to succeed.

Class overall wasn't horrible, you are graded on 5 quizzes, midterm, final, and attendance so you gotta do well on most of your quizzes if you want a good grade. Hales isn't the worst professor, pulls a lot of examples from his PowerPoint onto quizzes. The better the class participation, the more you will get out of it.