Such an easy class. Don't get me wrong, annoying at times, but so simple. The reading notes suck for the first half of the class. Other than that all you have to do are the 2 group presentations and 2 group papers, then just show up to class and act engaged. He primarily grades on completion. Very, very chill prof and class for the most part.

Professor Cooley was one of my favorites while at UCSB. Gave me a ton of help in working on my senior thesis. Would absolutely have taken more classes with him given the opportunity.

Great teacher for a small class! He encouraged discussion and was very helpful. The concepts were challenging but the class itself was pretty easy. No tests, and easy essays.

He is GOATED. If you don't get an A or B in this class it's your fault, he makes it so easy for you.

Quite literally the easiest class I've ever taken but honestly so boring. If you're looking to fill your area F GE this is your class.1 paper and 3 mandatory concerts with a super easy write up after. Cooley was an interesting dude- he didn't really lecture much and would have guests often but when he did it was always a little odd but he is sweet.

he was so so boring during lecture. its an easy class due to it just being attendance and an 800 word paper, plus 3 outside concerts. but at the cost of snooze fest lecture. just sit in the back and zone out and attend section and youll be good