Matthew Taylor - University of Missouri - St. Louis

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Matthew Taylor - University of Missouri - St. Louis

Professor: Matthew Taylor

Department: Psychology

College: University of Missouri - St. Louis

Rating # 1

Overview:

Course: PSYCH3820
Grade Received: B+
Overall Rating: 4.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Taylor has very great lectures, but does not grade on attendance. The class consisted of 3 tests and 3 papers. The tests are very easy to pass if you read the book!! The notes are much less helpful than the textbook. Hard to get full credit on the papers and he does not leave any feedback when grading. No extra credit, except end of course eval

Rating # 2

Overview:

Course: PSYCH2285
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Taylor is definitely one of my favorite professors that I have ever had! He is so passionate about what he teaches and he really engages with the class. If you have an opportunity to take a class with him, DO NOT PASS IT UP. This is my second semester in a row having him, and wish I could have him every semester after this. TAKE HIS CLASSES!

Rating # 3

Overview:

Course: PSY3820
Grade Received: B+
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Taylor gives incredibly engaging lectures and draws from examples from his own life as well as encouraging students to draw from their own. The class works best with student participation though he does not take attendance. Great professor. One of the best psychology classes I've taken so far.

Rating # 4

Overview:

Course: PSY3820
Grade Received: B+
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

I took Dr. Taylor for PSY3820 and it was easily one of my favorite classes Ive ever taken at UMSL. He is a marvelous professor and always makes sure everyone understands the material and you can see he has a passion for what he teaches. If you get the chance please take one of his classes, you will NOT regret it.

Rating # 5

Overview:

Course: PSY3820
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 his class at 8 am after working a 12 hour overnight shift and he kept me awake and interested. he is very funny and knows his stuff for sure.

Rating # 6

Overview:

Course: PSY3820
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: Yes
Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Dr. T is a boss

Rating # 7

Overview:

Course: PSYCH38202285
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Taylor is an amazing professor! I took psych 3820 with him because my advisor said he was good. I am so glad I did, hands down the best professor I have ever had. He makes material you wouldn't think be interesting be interesting. I now have him for psych 2285 just because of his teaching style. If you have the chance to take him, do it!

Rating # 8

Overview:

Course: PSYCH2285
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

The best professor and class I have ever had in my college career! Dr. Taylor is passionate about what he teaches and it really shows in his lectures. His classes are enjoyable and you actually get something out of them. Honestly the most inspirational class I have ever taken, I highly recommend!

Rating # 9

Overview:

Course: PSYCH3820
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Energetic! Engaged! A "real world"professor. I took a year off school and wasn't sure I would finish my degree but he makes me want to come to class.

Rating # 10

Overview:

Course: PSY3820
Grade Received: A-
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Taylor is a great professor. He is hilarious and makes learning topics that might otherwise be boring, interesting. He connects with his student on many different levels and is very current with trending topics. Wish I had him before my final semester. I would take all of his classes.

Rating # 11

Overview:

Course: PSY3820
Grade Received: B
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: N/A
Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

You will not have any problems paying attention in his class. His lectures are, how shall I phrase this... ENERGETIC. Every Psych major, minor, and anyone else who loves an enthusiastic, intelligent Professor lecturing on important issues- TAKE THIS CLASS. boom!!! shaka laka

Rating # 12

Overview:

Course: PSYCH
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: N/A
Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Dr Taylor was by far the best professor I've had in my entire college career. He made class personal to himself so it made it more enjoyable and made me more eager to learn. I would recommend his cross-cultural psychology course to everyone. I enjoyed waking up and going to his class it also was a plus that he's good to look at.

Rating # 13

Overview:

Course: 3820
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 4.5
Course Difficulty: 2.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: N/A
Attendance: N/A

Comment:

I wish Dr. Taylor taught more undergrad psych classes because he is AWESOME! I am not a morning person what so ever, but I never missed his 9:30 am class & would actually look forward to it. You can tell he knows a lot about his field & he is great at teaching. HIGHLY recommend him

Rating # 14

Overview:

Course: PSYCH2285
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

For Credit: N/A
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: N/A
Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Not like every other professor with a PhD and thinks their on cloud nine. Very funny and outgoing character. Loves the subject on minorities and I'd advise anyone to come into the course with an open-mind. One of UMSL's finest!

Rating # 15

Overview:

Course: PSYCH2285
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

For Credit: N/A
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: N/A
Attendance: N/A

Comment:

This guy is hilarious and has a lot of insight on minority mental health

Rating # 16

Overview:

Course: PSYCH3820
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

He is the absolute best professor I had! I wish I would have known about him before I chose to take development psyc w/someone else! CROSS-CULTURAL PSYCH IS MY ALL TIME FAVE & MOST MEMORABLE COLLEGE COURSE! he is funny and enthusiastic with his teachings. Even if he had a bad day you'd never know. All you have to do is GO TO CLASS! its fun anyway

Rating # 17

Overview:

Course: PSYC3820
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

For Credit: N/A
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: N/A
Attendance: N/A

Comment:

I choose Dr. Taylor according to the reviews off of RYP...OMG...the best experience and a wonderful professor!!! I would take him 1000 times again. Not a class that can't be followed...a wonderful professor and can pass with his notes alone.

Rating # 18

Overview:

Course: PSY3820
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 1.0

For Credit: N/A
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: N/A
Attendance: N/A

Comment:

OMG...I love this class. I work 10 hours over night shift and I can't wait to get off to get to his class. He has enough energy for all 50+ of his students. His class goes by fast because he is very interesting, with great stories that apply to the class. I recommend him; you wil be very happy!

Rating # 19

Overview:

Course: PSYCH2285
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

For Credit: N/A
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: N/A
Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Most insightful and eye opening class I've ever taken.

Rating # 20

Overview:

Course: PSYCH2850
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 4.5
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

I have to agree with what the general consensus is about this prof, amazing All I will add is that he really wants to help and he genuinely cares about his students unlike most faculty at UMSL who doesn't care about your success in college. Most of the profs here just become teachers/advisors only so they can hear themselves talk.

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