Don't take this class as a GE. I'm a phil major, and even I had a hard time fully getting what Holden was saying sometimes. Graded on 2 papers, and a final. TA grading is harsh if you get a bad one. Lots of reading. If you can keep up, it's manageable. Prof is super passionate/funny, but sometimes unclear. Fine class, difficult for a lower div tho

If you're not into PHIL- I wouldn't take this class. I think he is funny to PHIL majors, but I found his lectures bizarre. It's really hard to adjust to a PHIL class and learn how to write those papers if you are from basically any other major.

Just want to say y'all are WEIRD calling him hot get a life. A lot harder than expected. Prob will have to actually do the readings & pay attention to get a A/B. No iclicker when I took it. Not an easy A unless u alr know philosophy. Need to do more than follow rubric. Charismatic prof, gave out prizes in lecture. Also gave final Qs in advance.

Prof. Holden is the best philosophy professor I have ever had at UCSB! He is a super funny guy, and his lectures are easy to follow even if you do not have any philosophy background. I would definitely recommend taking Phil 20c with him.

Very average class. Lectures were "mandatory" but 1/4 of the class showed up by the end because he posted very comprehensive notes and there was no need to go to class. A few papers and a short answer final. Pretty easy to only do the readings for the papers and get by. Holden was entertaining to say the least.

One of the best lecturers and professors I've had the privilege of having at UCSB. Took this class when UCSB first turned to remote instruction and the teaching staff for this course were extremely understanding and flexible. Course consisted of like 2 essays (2-4 pages) and a final short answer exam, bought the book but it isn't necessary to pass.

Excellent professor. His lecture is interesting and he explains philosophy with vivid examples; notes provided are helpful as well. Course work is not heavy perhaps because it is online this quarter. I would consider a minor in philosophy because of him.

Love Holden. Especially during this whole quarantine, his lectures were interesting and very clear. I was able to understand almost all of the topics he introduced from his lectures. For every lecture, he provides high quality notes 2 essays, 1 final.

The primary quality of Holden's substratum can be inferred though the causation of the induction. Because there is no resemblance, we cannot posit that Holden's sensible qualities of looking like Gordon Ramsay is indeed representative of his true nature. Lectures are conjoined, but never connected.

Ignore any 2012 reviews on Phil20C, they're def not relevent/accurate anymore. Holden barely clarifies the material we read in lecture. The notes he uploads on GS are helpful but his lectures are not. If you want to get an A and understand the material, GO TO YOUR TA'S OH. They are the ones grading ur essays and final. Make an impression on them

Papers are graded irrationally considering his lectures provides 0 substance/help. He does not help deconstruct the ideas/theories. His accent is fancy but I have no idea what he talks about during lectures and his slides don't help.

I loved the class. Very hard to get an A though. Two papers, one final. Know everything.

He has such a sexy accent... I was absolutely obsessed with this teacher. Your grades are really more subjective in this class depending on your TA however:/

Holden is amazing lecturer with a sexy accent. Reading per week is very low and not mandatory because he goes over the concepts so well during lecture. 2 papers and a final with a study guide. His lectures are so interesting I never wanted to skip them. One of the best professors at UCSB hands down.

He's an amazing professor. Interesting. High chance of a good grade if you work hard and interact with the material. Highly recommend.

Aweome! He explains all the concepts very well and makes lectures entertaining. Phil 20C is a great class for G.E.'s even if your not interested in the subject.

I enjoyed coming to class because the lectures were very entertaining. Professor Holden likes to joke around and interact with students which holds your attention. The readings were kept very short (usually 5-10 pages/week) and the class was very organized. I do wish we gave Kant more attention :(

GREAT professor! By far the most passionate and clear one I have ever had. The essays were easy, the TA's told you exactly what to write for each prompt. Final prompts were given ahead of time. Take this class with Holden!!

GREAT professor. By far one of the most passionate and clear professors I have ever had. Reading isn't necessary and TA's go over exactly to write for papers. Final prompt was given before hand. Take this class!

Really recommend this class. Interesting material, and Holden is a great prof. Reading are necessary because he goes over them in class. Most important thing is go to class, pay attention and take notes. If you do, you'll learn a lot and do well in the course.

Such an amazing professor. Best I have had this year easy. He loves what he does. Very passionate. Lectures were always a lot of fun. His theatrics were awesome. The papers were so much fun to write since the topics were interesting. Amir Saemi is an EXCELLENT TA. Felt very prepared for the final. I recommend this class to everyone. He's hot.

Funny. Lectures are online. Papers require ****ting skills or TIME/effort depending on TA. Material is interesting. Reading is helpful but Bennet translations are better, and Holden's own words are better for final. Wants you to shut up ASAP. not afraid to embarrass you in front of class if you talk. very direct.

Great teacher, fair grader, love the accent

Witty British professor knows the material like the back of his hand.