PSY 117
KLEIN S B
Stanley Klein
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204 reviews

204
4.3
160SK . Klein S B 1 Year, 8 Months Ago

hes a great professor, does his best to make sure students succeed in his class, straight forward with what's on his tests, I've taken 3 classes w him and didnt buy the book this quarter bc he goes over just about everything from the exam in class (if you pay attention). anyone who has something negative to say probs didnt pay attention in class

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160SK . Klein S B 1 Year, 9 Months Ago

No. Just no.

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160SK . Klein S B 1 Year, 9 Months Ago

Stan was one of the most profound professors I have ever had! I appreciated his push for cynicism and overall ideology. Although the final exam is your entire grade, as long as you show up to class, pay attention, and do the supplemental readings, you will be fine. Stan is truly brilliant -- his class will make you question a lot (in a great way)!

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160SK . Klein S B 1 Year, 9 Months Ago

I have taken Stan for both 117 and 160SK and will be taking his 148 courses. I have found Stan to provide extremely insightful and interesting perspectives on the way we view psychology, unlike any course at UCSB. If you go to class, pay attention, and take notes, you will be completely fine in this class. Stan is my favorite professor at UCSB!

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160SK . Klein S B 1 Year, 9 Months Ago

Sent out email to all students that he was angry about his ratings on this sight.

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160SK . Klein S B 1 Year, 9 Months Ago

he was explicitly clear about the material that the final exam would contain - anyone who thinks otherwise was simply not paying attention. lectures are dense and fast-paced and there are no slides posted. if you like classes at the intersection of philosophy and psychology, this is for you.

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160SK . Klein S B 1 Year, 9 Months Ago

grade is 100% based final exam. all quarter told us that the exam would be "nothing to worry about" which was a complete lie. if you're into philosophy this class is definitely for you! he rambles a lot, no slides, hard to access bc anti-tech. textbook is so dense, would not rec

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160SK . Klein S B 1 Year, 9 Months Ago

The grade for this class was based solely on the final exam, which was 62 questions. Klein just talks; No slides and nothing posted on Gauchospace, so you have to go to lecture and take really good notes. I thoroughly studied all of my notes + lightly read the book 2 days before the final and got a B+. Exams are clear and straightforward

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160SK . Klein S B 1 Year, 9 Months Ago

More of a philosophical course than a psychological course. Attended every class, took pages of notes. But half of the exam question from his final, which weights 100 percent of the course, depends on some reading that he never mentioned in class. Had a 3.9 gpa and this C+ just made my effort useless. If you are looking for a good grade, avoid.

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PSY160SK . Klein S B 1 Year, 9 Months Ago

nah, not a theoretical or philosophical guy, so mostly disagrees, he said the readings would only be 5% of the final, but half of the questions are fro the readings. .... would not take it because you learned nothing out of it

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160SK . Klein S B 1 Year, 9 Months Ago

Stan has an incredible mind for what he believes is the field of psychology. This course is mind opening to say the least, but if you are open to different opinions on the field, definitely take this course. My 3rd course with Stan and would recommend his class to anyone. Rated a 3 difficulty because only graded on final.

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PSY160SK . Klein S B 1 Year, 10 Months Ago

Stan is one of the most intelligent, well-spoken professors in his field. I'm really glad I decided to take his course. He's engaging and passionate about what he teaches, and often encourages students to challenge their preconceived notions. Don't be intimidated by the big final, as long as you do your reading and come to class you'll be fine.

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160SK . Klein S B 1 Year, 10 Months Ago

One of the best professors I have had since coming to UCSB. His lectures are super engaging and thought-provoking, especially for this class. I took Psy 117 with him as well and it was also great. Very accessible outside of class and super funny and friendly in office hours, I highly recommend this course!

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HUMANMEMORY . Klein S B 1 Year, 10 Months Ago

One of the most intelligent professors ive ever had, just pay attention and study lectures and you'll be fine. he's really a pioneer in the field and i appreciated him and the class a lot

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PSY148 . Klein S B 2 Years Ago

Incredible professor. Really has an ability to explain lecture material in a fun, engaging, and interesting way, most likely due to his experience in the field and passion for the topic. If you enjoy listening to an intelligent mind and don't mind taking notes from audio only, this is the perfect class for you. Truly cares for his students.

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PSY148 . Klein S B 2 Years Ago

the type of teacher who reminds you what its like to learn and not just memorize! encourages questions and is super approachable and straightforward. Definitely the best teacher I have had at UCSB!

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160SK . Klein S B 2 Years Ago

Office hours were fun, and his animal drawings were top-notch. I also agree with the peepeepoopoo comment made by the other guy. 10/10, definitely take.

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148 . Klein S B 2 Years Ago

Taken him twice, The best lectures ive had at ucsb, really peepeepoopoos on psychology as a whole. highly recommend, his textbook is $100 though, something to do with the publishing company. you can skip the textbook but you'd probably a B+ in the class tops (unless you're me I guess)

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PSY148 . Klein S B 2 Years Ago

Best psych lecture I've taken at UCSB

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PSY160SK . Klein S B 2 Years Ago

You wouldn't believe how amazing the lectures are. I thought he was a crazy man when he said psychology is not a science, but you'll understand once you heard about the points he gave. You would never regret taking his courses. I truly recommend every psy major student to take this course. You'll receive many unique and impressive points!

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160SK . Klein S B 2 Years Ago

Psy 160 is the best course I have taken at UCSB! Stan included many topics and gave lots of concepts in mainly 3 areas: Is Psychology a Science, Memory, and Self. All of the materials are super interesting. His courses are never the same as other psy courses, you will really gain new ideas and thoughts within the area of psychology.

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160SK . Klein S B 2 Years Ago

LOVE Stan! Took 117 and 160SK with him lot of material overlap. Does not use powerpoints just has recorded videos of him lecturing. One final exam and that is it. Super easy and very smart and interesting professor!

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PSY160SK . Klein S B 2 Years Ago

Stan is one of the most insightful professors I have ever taken. Not your typical professor that throws facts at you. He really makes you think. So smart, so much respect for him. Class was online due to covid. Low stress class. One final exam as your grade. Lectures feel like a conversation. Taking his PSY148 class in the Spring!

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PSY148 . Klein S B 3 Years Ago

Stanley Klein was one of my favorite professors at UCSB. I took him this past summer online and his lectures were extremely engaging. He is not the typical professor, instead he is into going deeper into the meanings of things and looking for the real truth. He won't through facts at you. If you aren't into thinking, you won't like this class.

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