Fred Coolidge - University of Colorado Colorado Springs

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Fred Coolidge - University of Colorado Colorado Springs

Professor: Fred Coolidge

Department: Psychology

College: University of Colorado Colorado Springs

Rating # 1

Overview:

Course: PSY2100
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 3.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: No
Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Took class twice and almost passed the first time. Grading scale is very different 75 is passing but below and your done for. Took the class in person the first time and found the online class was WAY easier and the quizzes simple. TAKE IT ONLINE!

Rating # 2

Overview:

Course: PSY2100
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 3.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: No
Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

This class was taken online, which I highly recommend. Lots of negative feedback from peers who took the in-person lecture class. The textbook is essential, especially if math is not your strong suit. A condensed course, 2 chapters & quiz a week. Take the time to do the computation examples. Time management is imperative to success in this class.

Rating # 3

Overview:

Course: PSY2100
Grade Received: A-
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: Yes
Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Fredrick is a GREAT professor. Yes, he is a tough grader, but he always show where the mistakes are made on the homework. He has himself and great TAs to help you be successful in the class. The textbook he required in the class is HEAVLY used, and its written by him. Everything you need to know is in the textbook for quizzes and homework.

Rating # 4

Overview:

Course: 100STATS
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 1.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: No
Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Anyone I have ever met who likes his teaching is oblivious to how badly he treats his students. Unless you treat him like a superior, he does NOT care about you. It is a lot more telling of a professor to see how he helps those who are confused and he blames students for not understanding. Worst teacher I have ever had.

Rating # 5

Overview:

Course: 100STATS
Grade Received: A+
Overall Rating: 1.0
Course Difficulty: 5.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: No
Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

I got an A, so I know that it's possible to do well, but he makes it very difficult. He has a very high opinion of himself and his way of teaching and is unforgiving of any mistakes. I didn't feel like he respected his students and considered changing majors just so I wouldn't have to take his class.

Rating # 6

Overview:

Course: PSY3100
Grade Received: A+
Overall Rating: 4.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: Yes
Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Coolidge took over for my PSY honors stats class and did so flawlessly. He is a kind teacher with VERY straightforward instructions. Rumors say that he is a "hard ass" but once you actually take one of his courses it's clear that those rumors were from people that are unable to follow directions, and frankly, lacked the aptitude for statistics.

Rating # 7

Overview:

Course: PSY2100
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: Yes
Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Fred knows his stats. He teaches things SO clearly. The people who did not do well in his class simply couldn't follow instructions. He laid out step by step how to do each computation, and even emphasized what grammar points were important. To do well in this class, just laugh & follow his instruction step by step. He definitely focuses on details

Rating # 8

Overview:

Course: PSY2100
Grade Received: C+
Overall Rating: 1.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: No
Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

The textbook (that he wrote) is full of errors. He doesnt grade based on right answers. Miss a period or comma you get docked 50 points. Spell one word wrong, another -50 points. He doesnt care if you know the material he cares how well you can copy from the book and lectures verbatim. The actual math is the least important part of the class.

Rating # 9

Overview:

Course: PSYCH2100
Grade Received: F
Overall Rating: 1.0
Course Difficulty: 5.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: No
Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Fred is very nice and smart, but the hardest grader Ive ever had. You must copy write ups word for word out of his textbook and if you forget a single word its 50pts off each time you dont write it. He is not flexible with grading and anything below a 75 youre failing. I am a A student across all my classes and he failed me.

Rating # 10

Overview:

Course: NURS2060
Grade Received: B+
Overall Rating: 2.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: No
Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Your grade is 15 quizzes, and that's it. The textbook is filled with typos and a lack of explanation, which makes teaching yourself really difficult. He is impossible to reach and won't respond to any emails. He makes the work wayyyy more difficult and complex than it should be to learn how to do simple stats.

Rating # 11

Overview:

Course: PSY2100
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: Yes
Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

UCCS doesn't give A+ or I would have put that as my grade as I got a 98% without any extra credit. Coolidge wrote the Stats book and it's incredibly easy to follow and do the quizzes each week. The directions in the book are like stats for babies, he makes it so simple anyone can do it. I nerded out and really enjoyed taking this class.

Rating # 12

Overview:

Course: PSY3280
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: Yes
Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

This class was fun and incredibly informative. Dr. Coolidge is fun and engages students as he lectures. There is a quiz each week, which if you read and do the practice tests prior, are an easy A. Loved this prof and the course!

Rating # 13

Overview:

Course: PSY3280
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 2.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: No
Attendance: N/A

Comment:

His online Abnormal Psych class is set up very nicely in that there are only 2 quizzes a week based on chapter readings. This makes the class seem relatively easy, he provides two practice quizzes before each quiz as well as flashcards to help you prepare. However, many of the questions on his quizzes are repetitive, poorly worded, and irrelevant.

Rating # 14

Overview:

Course: PSY2100
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 5.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: Yes
Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

I went into this class afraid he was going to be really rude because of all the things I heard about him. But he's actually really nice and respectful. Don't believe in every bad thing you read on this site. He's a tough grader and do exactly what he wants. As long as you are flexible you'll do fine. <--- he says this all the time. He cares a lot.

Rating # 15

Overview:

Course: PSY2100
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: Yes
Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Fred is the best. Just follow his rules & expectations EXACTLY as demonstrated & you'll be fine. He's a nice & funny dude, but he is very particular. Listen to his instructions. All of the points in the class are based off of homework assignments (no tests) & he shows you how to do the assignments step by step in class.

Rating # 16

Overview:

Course: PSY2100
Grade Received: A-
Overall Rating: 4.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: Yes
Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Crazy specific on what he wants done, and he will doc you on the smallest things on the homework. No tests just homewor, but the homework is worth major points. Just listen in class, read the textbook (easy read) and listen to his specifics and you'l be fine. Also, GO TO CLASS you miss 2 classes or half of two classes and you fail. Great professor.

Rating # 17

Overview:

Course: PSY2100
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 2.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: No
Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

While it is obvious that he knows what he is talking about, I still had a hard time following his lectures since he does like to talk about personal things frequently. Homework is all you are really graded on, he wants things a certain way and you can be and will be docked for the smallest errors.

Rating # 18

Overview:

Course: PSY2100
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: Yes
Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

He's tough on you, he expects you to work hard. Coolidge also helps you every step of the way. He wants it done his way, and if you do, you are rewarded. He is very thorough. His life experience and career experience is invaluable. I wish all professors were as invested in our learning as he is. Don't let him scare you at first, it will be ok!

Rating # 19

Overview:

Course: PSY2100
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: Yes
Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Coolidge is great! Had a medical emergency halfway through the year and he was completely understanding of my situation. Literally, for stats all you had to do was exactly as he said and you would pass. If you didn't listen to him just be prepared for harsh grading it's literally not that hard just do as he says and you're good.

Rating # 20

Overview:

Course: PSY2100
Grade Received: B+
Overall Rating: 1.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: No
Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Coolidge is rude and demeaning to students. Unless you have a 100% in his class he will treat you with disrespect. If you miss the class more than twice you automatically fail. There are homework assignments that are worth massive points. There is no final but one massive assignment in the end. He is not usually accessible outside of class.

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