Paul Tudico - East Tennessee State University

Professor: Paul Tudico
Department: Philosophy
College: East Tennessee State University
Rating # 1
Overview:
  • Course: PHIL1030
  • Grade Received: INC
  • Overall Rating: 1.0
  • Course Difficulty: 5.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: No
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Only gave 2 assignment which is the midterm exam and the final exam so you literally cannot miss a single thing or else you will fail this class. Syllabus says writing assignments and quizzes will be given for 15% of your grade which was a complete lie. Is extremely contradicting and rambles every single class so you can't make strong conclusions.
Rating # 2
Overview:
  • Course: PHIL1030
  • Grade Received: A
  • Overall Rating: 2.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: No
  • Attendance: Not Mandatory
Comment:
Paul is another liberal arts lefty zealot that actually embodies the antithesis of classical liberalism. Shouts you out of the classroom for disagreeing with his point of view on all topics. A real pseudointellectual. Should rename the class- Pauls opinions 101. I weep for the future.
Rating # 3
Overview:
  • Course: PHIL2030
  • Grade Received: B
  • Overall Rating: 1.0
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: No
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
This is my 2nd class with Tudico and he is awful. This class would've been interesting with another teacher but his lectures consist of mostly unrelated ramblings that can make the content confusing. It is obvious that he doesn't care for his students or their education, I think he just likes to hear himself talk. Extremely rude and condescending
Rating # 4
Overview:
  • Course: PHIL2040
  • Grade Received: C+
  • Overall Rating: 1.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: No
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
I'm sure this class is much better in person but if you can avoid online, do it. Tudico seems nice enough but if you don't have the same views as him good luck. Good luck if you're a Christian too because it will feel like he's trying to convince you that God isn't real. He also makes unfair assumptions about peoples' characters and how they liv
Rating # 5
Overview:
  • Course: PHIL2040
  • Grade Received: A
  • Overall Rating: 4.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
This class not only helped me develop understanding and opinion about class topics but aided my development in critical thinking, learning from different perspectives, and paving the way to a meaningful fulfilling life. Tudico appears egotistical and harsh but wants his students to learn and understand. LISTEN, THINK, CONVERSE, FEEDBACK!!!!
Rating # 6
Overview:
  • Course: PHIL2040
  • Grade Received: A
  • Overall Rating: 4.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
I hated and loved this class. I highly recommend this course for critical thinking, enhancing perspectives, and progress for personal development. I promise Tudico is not too much of an arsehole, he is really trying to get you to see perspective. Stick with him and listen and THINK, disagree (must write proof on board) and agree. Conversation
Rating # 7
Overview:
  • Course: PHIL2040
  • Grade Received: B-
  • Overall Rating: 3.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: No
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
I took this class as a first semester freshman. Bad choice. If you are religious and have strong beliefs, probably don't take this class; he seems very anti-God. He can be pretty rude and will call you out and argue w/ you. Don't take if you are sensitive. He will challenge your beliefs, which I guess makes him a good professor.
Rating # 8
Overview:
  • Course: PHIL2030
  • Grade Received: A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Good teacher :)
Rating # 9
Overview:
  • Course: PHIL2030
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 2.0
  • Course Difficulty: 5.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: No
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
I had a really hard time in this class. If you like slide based lectures dont take tudico. He rambles the whole time and expects you to pull information from rambling. Do not let this be the first philosophy class you take. He doesnt explain well. He roasts every student that has a question and is very rude. Dont speak up unless you know things.
Rating # 10
Overview:
  • Course: PHIL2030
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Tudico is amazing. If you care about deep thinking and rerouting toxic trains of thought, he is the best pick. I, along with two other sisters, took his class and loved it.
Rating # 11
Overview:
  • Course: PHIL101
  • Grade Received: A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
I had Tudico for a single Philosophy class 12 years ago, and I find myself referring back to what I learned there more than just about anything else I learned in college. He made me a better critical thinker, which has helped me immeasurably in every aspect of life. Highest recommendation!
Rating # 12
Overview:
  • Course: PHIL2040
  • Grade Received: B+
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Tudico is the best in the philosophy department. If you do the work and reading, you will pass. He is a very fair grader and will give you what you deserve. You have to show up and show that you care and participate or he wont entertain your opinion.
Rating # 13
Overview:
  • Course: PHIL3130
  • Grade Received: A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Tudico is a fantastic professor and expects real effort from his students. Read what he tells you to read and approach him outside of class if you're confused. He's a fair grader but don't try to BS your way through. It won't work. Attend class or he won't even entertain your opinions - for good reason.
Rating # 14
Overview:
  • Course: PHIL2030
  • Grade Received: A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Tudico was an excellent teacher. My sister and I had him and he was fantastic. You must attend class, and I would highly advise looking through examples to help with concepts. Keep in mind, this is not a MORAL philosophy class, this is a critical thinking class. He is not telling you WHAT to think, he is teaching you how to form opinions/beliefs.
Rating # 15
Overview:
  • Course: PHIL2040
  • Grade Received: A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Tudico is big on the Socratic method, and you should prioritize: taking good lecture notes, forming opinions backed by material found in the readings done in class (and voicing them), and finding something about the class that interests you. Attendance is imperative because it is so lecture heavy - he likes seeing lecture material in your paper(s).
Rating # 16
Overview:
  • Course: PHIL4017
  • Grade Received: A+
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Tudico's classes are what you make of them. He's a fair professor, and he will give you the grade you deserve. If you do the readings, engage with the class, and support your arguments, you will earn his respect and have a great time. He will challenge your beliefs and will never let you or anyone else win argument. Not for the faint of heart.
Rating # 17
Overview:
  • Course: PHIL2030
  • Grade Received: F
  • Overall Rating: 1.0
  • Course Difficulty: 5.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: No
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Four exams and then a few homework assignments throughout the semester that total 100 points. No room for error at all if you want to pass. I do NOT recommend taking Tudico for any classes. If you disagree with him on anything keep it to yourself unless you want a lecture as to why his way is better. I will never take him again!
Rating # 18
Overview:
  • Course: PHIL2040
  • Grade Received: Not sure yet
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Tudico is by far my favorite professor I have had at ETSU. He is great at explaining topics that could cause confusion, but he can be tough on people who are not willing to explain why they believe something. Be ready to read the books assigned and actually speak in class. If you ask questions, try to understand concepts, and talk you will do well!
Rating # 19
Overview:
  • Course: PHIL3150
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Tudico is tough and not faint of heart. He will make you work and will not let you say things without making you defend it. His classes are very reading intensive, and his tests are all essay. Overall his class if fun, you just have to be willing to work hard and think critically.
Rating # 20
Overview:
  • Course: PHIL2040
  • Grade Received: A
  • Overall Rating: 4.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Very cut and to the point, Tudico walked us through several takes on the Meaning of Life. He makes it clear his class is not about disproving God's existence or whatever protestants tend to get so worked up about in Philosophy. If you're easily offended though, wouldn't recommend. Not for the faint of heart. Boring if no one talks, though.
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