[{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:49:02.830100+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0OTIyMzg5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2309285","instructor_name":"Chelsea Andrews","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2021-06-17 21:15:52 +0000 UTC","comment":"Prof Andrews was a super sweet, caring, and accessible professor who genuinely seemed to care a lot about her students. Her lectures were interesting and engaging, however the large majority of the class was textbook reading and self-teaching and lectures were straight from the book. The papers will save your grade in this class.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2309285","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:49:02.830100+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0Nzg0NDA1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2309285","instructor_name":"Chelsea Andrews","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2021-05-13 15:39:50 +0000 UTC","comment":"She is v accessible outside of class, and has a clear love for teaching. this class was completely asynch so it was 100% reading strt from the textbook, and lectures were strt from the textbook. The last 2 exams were easy, but the first was sooo hard. You have 2 400 word papers that help ur grade a ton, i j wish her lectures werent strt from book","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2309285","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:49:02.830100+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0NzY5OTM5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2309285","instructor_name":"Chelsea Andrews","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2021-05-12 01:02:59 +0000 UTC","comment":"Prof. Andrews is very genuine, kind, and knowledgable about her field. The lectures in this class were far too short for my taste, but if you read the book you'll be fine. Tests were open note and book when this was online so if you just know where to find the info., you're golden.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2309285","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:49:02.830100+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0NzM0NTk1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2309285","instructor_name":"Chelsea Andrews","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2021-05-07 18:32:26 +0000 UTC","comment":"This course was asynchronous for me. The lecture videos were unnecessary because all she did was repeat things that was already mentioned in the book. If you read the book and do the assignments then you're good.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2309285","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:49:02.830100+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0NTgyMzMy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2309285","instructor_name":"Chelsea Andrews","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2021-04-20 16:53:23 +0000 UTC","comment":"Andrews is nice, but her lectures kind of sound like she's talking to... children? You'll know what I mean when you watch lol. She's super accessible by email (I took this async), and will offer help if you ask. Lectures are super short and straight from the textbook. Honestly, as long as you read, you'll be good, but expect to read a lot.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2309285","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:49:02.830100+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0MjczMjgw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2309285","instructor_name":"Chelsea Andrews","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2021-01-13 20:28:13 +0000 UTC","comment":"Instructor Andrews was one of the best professors I've had so far at UW! She was understanding with COVID, and cared about her students' well-being outside of class. The class was asynchronous this semester which was nice. There were 3 exams (open note), 2 papers, and a final project. I highly recommend this class, the content was interesting!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2309285","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:49:02.830100+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0MjIxNzcx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2309285","instructor_name":"Chelsea Andrews","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2020-12-31 22:48:53 +0000 UTC","comment":"For an online class, I didn't think it was bad. Short lectures and textbook reading each week. 3 tests, all open book/note, 2 400 word position papers and a final project. Tests were long, but easy to search the book for answers if you paid attention during the readings. Prof Andrews provided updates and reminders throughout semester. It was asynch","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2309285","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:49:02.830100+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0MTg1MTI3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2309285","instructor_name":"Chelsea Andrews","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2020-12-23 15:49:48 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Andrews was very sweet, but the material she taught was overall kind of basic and not as in depth as I would have liked. The class literally was taught straight from the textbook. Lectures were ridiculously short.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2309285","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:49:02.830100+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0MDY3Nzgx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2309285","instructor_name":"Chelsea Andrews","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2020-12-14 18:47:36 +0000 UTC","comment":"Very nice professor but lectures were pretty much content straight from the book. Fair grading on assignments and she adjusted exam grades for questions that students did poorly on which is appreciated. Just prepare to read the textbook and teach yourself most of the material.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2309285","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:40:47.357594+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM5MzgxNjMz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2959774","instructor_name":"Eren Fukuda","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2024-05-06 20:42:00 +0000 UTC","comment":"Eren is awesome. One of my favorite lecturers in psych department and this is my favorite Breadth course in psych. She is super caring and accessible outside the class. The slides are so structured and easy to follow. It has exams but they are not that difficult as long as you pay attention to class and read through textbooks.Would highly recommend","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2959774","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:40:47.357594+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM4NzM2ODI5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2959774","instructor_name":"Eren Fukuda","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2023-12-19 02:53:31 +0000 UTC","comment":"Eren is a super sweet grad student/teacher. However, the class material was overbearing. I found it difficult to study everything that could've been on the exam. Also the class was a power lec & sometimes painful to sit through--it was in Van Vleck tho. The exams were harder, but good amount of assignments to get an an AB or A. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2959774","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:40:47.357594+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM4NzE3NzM0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2959774","instructor_name":"Eren Fukuda","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2023-12-17 19:46:50 +0000 UTC","comment":"I loved Fukuda and this class. Her lectures are super interesting and engaging, and I feel like I learned a lot after each class. Helpful study guides are provided and exams are fairly easy if you study. While being a newer professor, Fukuda is awesome!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2959774","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:40:47.357594+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM4NjM3NDg5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2959774","instructor_name":"Eren Fukuda","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2023-12-12 23:22:18 +0000 UTC","comment":"Her class is exactly what I expect a great college course to be! Tophat attendance questions-which I actually like because it really forces you to learn the material because memorization is crucial for the exams. So sweet, interesting concepts, and she clearly seems happy to be doing what she is doing. All assignments are easy. Highly recommend! ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2959774","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:40:47.357594+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM4NTQzNjE3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2959774","instructor_name":"Eren Fukuda","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2023-12-06 21:04:04 +0000 UTC","comment":"Very well-organized and well-delivered lectures It was apparent that she was very passionate and knowledgeable about the content. The homework assignments were very helpful and the exams were tough but fair, mostly just requiring the memorization of content. Reading the textbook is very helpful, but you can get by without it if you do the homework.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2959774","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:40:47.357594+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM4NTI1OTM1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2959774","instructor_name":"Eren Fukuda","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2023-12-05 20:55:31 +0000 UTC","comment":"Great lecturer! Provides an opportunity to gain extra points. Cares about student input. Always reminds you when assignments are due. Heavy on memorization of concepts (like all psych classes). Make sure to do assigned textbook readings!!!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2959774","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:09.212726+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyMTUxNzIx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:368067","instructor_name":"Jenny Saffran","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2025-12-10 19:13:23 +0000 UTC","comment":"Jenny is the best professor I've had. I was in her class in a FIG first semester freshman year and then took this class second semester freshman year. She cares so much about her students and you can tell she wants to have good connections. Lectures were very interesting and exams very fair for the content. Would recommend to everyone","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/368067","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:09.212726+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQxMzEyMjk5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:368067","instructor_name":"Jenny Saffran","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2025-05-17 19:26:28 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Saffran is my all time favorite Professor I have ever had. You could tell that she was extremely passionate about the subject, which made students become more engaged. She was super accessible outside of the classroom by office hours and email. She clearly outlined what we were going to be assessed on, and her exams were extremely fair.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/368067","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:09.212726+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQxMjg3ODUx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:368067","instructor_name":"Jenny Saffran","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2025-05-15 01:41:29 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Saffran was one of the best professors I've had. Plenty of extra credit opportunities to boost your grade. Assignments were interesting and very doable. Exams were fair, and the professor held online review sessions/office hours before each one. Lectures were engaging, and the professor's passion was evident in each one. \n","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/368067","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:09.212726+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwOTQ5MjYx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:368067","instructor_name":"Jenny Saffran","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2025-04-15 21:20:29 +0000 UTC","comment":"Jenny is amazing! You can tell she loves what she does & truly cares about and respects her students. She keeps the lectures intriguing and lets you know what you do/don't need to know for exams. Also, she offers several extra credit opportunities which can bump your grade way up. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/368067","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:09.212726+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMzNDgzMDYy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:368067","instructor_name":"Jenny Saffran","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2020-07-03 20:23:50 +0000 UTC","comment":"She's so sweet! Jenny was featured in the Netflix documentary Babies, and you can see why. She's super passionate about her subject, engaging, and knowledgeable. I loved her class!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/368067","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:09.212726+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMzNDM3MzI5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:368067","instructor_name":"Jenny Saffran","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2020-06-15 18:24:47 +0000 UTC","comment":"Jenny is one of the best professors I've had so far! She really cares about her students and wants them to do well. Her lectures are super interesting and although the lecture was on the larger side, it felt like it was less than 50 people. Her exams and assignments are also very fair. I highly recommend you take psych 460 with her!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/368067","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:09.212726+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMzMTYxMjMy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:368067","instructor_name":"Jenny Saffran","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2020-04-29 23:43:01 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Saffran is honestly one of the best professors I have had at UW. She cares a lot about her students and wants you to succeed. When classes went online her class was the easiest for me to transition to. She offers a lot of extra credit, is an extremely fair grader and overall a very kind and knowledgeable professor. Take her class!!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/368067","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:09.212726+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMzMTU4NDY5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:368067","instructor_name":"Jenny Saffran","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2020-04-29 19:26:26 +0000 UTC","comment":"Jenny was a blessing, especially when classes moved online. She truly cares about her students and wants them to succeed. Lots of extra credit opportunities and tests are based on applying concepts from class rather than memorization. Textbook readings are "assigned", but you only really need to use it for some of the papers and projects.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/368067","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:09.212726+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMzMDQ0NzAz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:368067","instructor_name":"Jenny Saffran","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2020-04-10 20:33:03 +0000 UTC","comment":"Jenny is amazing! I loved her class so much. She is so sweet and caring and really wants to help you succeed. Come to lecture- her lectures are always super interesting. She is one of my favorite professors in college by far. Love love love Jenny! Definitely take this class.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/368067","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:33:09.212726+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5OTU0MTUy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:368067","instructor_name":"Jenny Saffran","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2018-05-01 23:02:18 +0000 UTC","comment":"Jenny is very passionate about child development and it shows when she's teaching. Her enthusiasm is energizing. Exams (3) are multiple choice plus a quiz an easy project and EC. I didn't read the book but could have got an A on the exams if I did. Without reading I got a BC. Attendance is not mandatory, but she does not post lecture slides.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/368067","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:27:28.092366+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxMzE1MjUx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2012837","instructor_name":"Karl Rosengren","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2019-01-29 04:12:32 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Rosengren has been my favorite professor at UW. His lectures are engaging and informative. I wish I could have the opportunity to take another class with him.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2012837","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:27:28.092366+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5NDM4NDI2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2012837","instructor_name":"Karl Rosengren","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2018-01-11 17:56:15 +0000 UTC","comment":"Prof. Rosengren is an incredible teacher. When studying for exams, I found myself remembering things he said in class verbatim due to his highly engaging speaking style and evident passion. Material is easy but fascinating, and critical for understanding people & psychology as a whole, not just children. The best professor I have had at UW.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2012837","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:27:28.092366+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5MjYzMDkw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2012837","instructor_name":"Karl Rosengren","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2017-12-18 18:21:30 +0000 UTC","comment":"Strives to teach us how to be better parents, teachers, coaches, etc. someday, which is something not a lot of other people would ever teach you. Makes maybe 20% of the tests based on discussions we have in lecture, so it is important to go to lecture","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2012837","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:27:28.092366+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5MjU4MTYz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2012837","instructor_name":"Karl Rosengren","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2017-12-18 13:42:02 +0000 UTC","comment":"Very engaged lecturer. Makes the material that more interesting. Only 2 tests and 4 small papers. I highly enjoyed this class","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2012837","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:27:28.092366+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5MjMzNTg5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2012837","instructor_name":"Karl Rosengren","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2017-12-16 12:09:40 +0000 UTC","comment":"I really enjoyed his lectures and his teaching style! He keeps you engaged in class with discussions and is willing to answer questions in class. The exams are very fair and he always throws a fun extra credit question on there. Make sure to go to class, lectures are not posted online. If not, read the book.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2012837","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:27:28.092366+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5MTk1MTk4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2012837","instructor_name":"Karl Rosengren","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2017-12-14 10:13:35 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Rosengren was by far my favorite professor I've had at UW. He is so knowledgable about the material and I can tell that he genuinely wants us to succeed. If I could take every class at UW with him, I so would. 10/10 recommend!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2012837","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:22.253366+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM4OTIzMjAz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2720172","instructor_name":"Lilia Rissman","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2024-01-25 04:56:17 +0000 UTC","comment":"Testing was the biggest struggle for me. Even when I would study and give it my all my tests scores were bad. You might think your right on a question but it was like the 2nd best answer. Never was able to understand her thinking process and what she would think is the right answer. Lectures are interesting though. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2720172","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:22.253366+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3ODIxMTY0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2720172","instructor_name":"Lilia Rissman","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2023-05-04 16:58:18 +0000 UTC","comment":"Psych 460 was a really great class to take, especially for aspiring psych majors. She teaches the class with a clear outline and is receptive to in-lecture questions and answers them in the moment. Attending lecture is very helpful and even missing one or two wasn't the end of the world. She understands the topic extremely well def recommend it. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2720172","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:22.253366+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3ODE1MTc0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2720172","instructor_name":"Lilia Rissman","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2023-05-04 02:16:11 +0000 UTC","comment":"This course had a significant emphasis on textbook readings and lecture material. If you read the textbook and take notes during each lecture, the exams should not be too difficult. Many of the topics are related to each other so studying is crucial. Overall, I enjoyed this course. Dr. Rissman seemed very passionate about this field. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2720172","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:22.253366+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3NzE0Nzk4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2720172","instructor_name":"Lilia Rissman","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2023-04-25 18:46:05 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Rissman (Dr.Rizz) is objectively brilliant- she knows her stuff and lectures are heavy but intriguing so I liked her. Her exams are hard and its hard to grasp what to know for them. For a 3 credit class she expects a LOT from her students and it can be unreasonable. Doesn't believe in curves so get ready to WORK if you want a good grade.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2720172","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:22.253366+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3NzAwMjEw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2720172","instructor_name":"Lilia Rissman","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2023-04-24 16:32:26 +0000 UTC","comment":"A QUEEN! She put up with NO BS in this class, and called out disrespectful individuals more than once!  You can tell she cares about this topic and is very smart. She is quite sarcastic and has a dry sense of humor, but she's the best. People who are complaining about her probably do badly on the exams, and blame her for it. WE LOVE DR. RISSMAN!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2720172","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:22.253366+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3NTE0Mjk5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2720172","instructor_name":"Lilia Rissman","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2023-03-17 19:37:49 +0000 UTC","comment":"Course content was interesting, very lecture heavy. Slides posted on canvas but definitely still attend every lecture if possible. Very vague multiple choice exams. 3 midterms, one paper, and several small extra credit assignments. Class is okay if you are study hard and are good at multiple choice exams","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2720172","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:22.253366+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3MzE3OTYy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2720172","instructor_name":"Lilia Rissman","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2023-01-11 06:42:05 +0000 UTC","comment":"Pretty average professor. I didn't have problems with her, but nothing spectacular. Very lecture heavy class, slides are posted to canvas but recordings aren't, you can piece most of it together if you miss class. LOTS of specific studies to know, tests are hard but definitely manageable if you pay attention in class. Small extra credit projects. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2720172","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:22.253366+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3MzAyODg3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2720172","instructor_name":"Lilia Rissman","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2023-01-09 04:07:42 +0000 UTC","comment":"She's a really tough grader and her exams are extremely hard! She also doesn't round up grades even if you are like .1% away. Her lectures were interesting and good but I wouldn't recommend her because of her overly vague exams and tough grading.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2720172","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:22.253366+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3Mjg2Mzgw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2720172","instructor_name":"Lilia Rissman","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2023-01-05 03:30:46 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Rissman's lectures were very dense but overall engaging and interesting. She heavily relies on research studies in her lectures and exams. Attendance isn't required, but she gives most of the research information during lecture so would highly recommend attending. Test wording is very confusing, but doable. There are 3 midterms & 1 paper.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2720172","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:22.253366+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3MjQ2NDM1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2720172","instructor_name":"Lilia Rissman","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2022-12-26 21:30:38 +0000 UTC","comment":"Engaging lectures and information is interesting. Class is exam heavy but she gives a decent amount of extra credit. Doesn't offer many office hours or support outside of class. Reading the textbook is helpful, but most information on exams is covered in lecture. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2720172","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:22.253366+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3MjIxODY0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2720172","instructor_name":"Lilia Rissman","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2022-12-22 04:31:00 +0000 UTC","comment":"She is a good professor but her exams can sometimes be hard. Making sure to read the textbook is very important (I did not and maybe if I would've that would've helped me a lot). ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2720172","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:22.253366+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3MTE1MDE5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2720172","instructor_name":"Lilia Rissman","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2022-12-14 14:53:35 +0000 UTC","comment":"Exams are so hard and there are not that many assignments that make up your grade so if you bomb the first exam it's real hard to climb your way back up. Gives a lot of extra credit for super little points so it doesn't really help. If you take this class you have to actually work super hard. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2720172","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:22.253366+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3MDgxMjQ3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2720172","instructor_name":"Lilia Rissman","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2022-12-12 19:36:09 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Rissman is an outstanding professor who brings years of experience and seasoned wisdom to her teaching of this course. Her lectures were engaging, interactive and really emphasized active learning. She is always willing to help students succeed. Her exams are hard but if you study hard and put in the effort, you'll do good. We love Lilia. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2720172","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:22.253366+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3MDgxMjAx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2720172","instructor_name":"Lilia Rissman","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2022-12-12 19:34:30 +0000 UTC","comment":"Rissman was an alright professor. She's knowledgeable in child development and answers questions clearly. The class itself is fine with tests, an essay, and some observation homework which is cool. I don't really have a strong opinion against or for the class.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2720172","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:22.253366+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3MDcwOTg4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2720172","instructor_name":"Lilia Rissman","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2022-12-11 04:03:05 +0000 UTC","comment":"Eh, could be worse. Very nice that attendance is mandatory. Got bored of her lectures. Monotone voice, not super passionate. Exams are tough, you gotta read the book. Decent extra credit tho. She cancelled so many classes cause she was apparently sick. If you don't have to take this class, find an easier one. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2720172","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:22.253366+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2ODgxNTgz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2720172","instructor_name":"Lilia Rissman","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2022-11-22 19:58:14 +0000 UTC","comment":"Easy to do well if you take good notes and attend lectures","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2720172","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:22.253366+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2ODU2NTUy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2720172","instructor_name":"Lilia Rissman","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2022-11-17 19:33:18 +0000 UTC","comment":"Don't take this class - it's a waste of time. Not accessible outside of class, very specific exams, vague study guides - she does this on purpose to see if you understand. Not a lot of homework, but there is a large paper due once. I personally really disliked her.  If you want to do well read the textbook thoroughly -otherwise don't take it.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2720172","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:22.253366+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2MzU2MDM0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2720172","instructor_name":"Lilia Rissman","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2022-05-17 04:23:37 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Rissman was great. She presented the content in a meaningful way and facilitated discussion in the classroom. There are three exams, many short discussion post assignments, and a final paper. She offers a lot of extra credit assignments, so be sure to do all of them. You NEED to read the textbook thoroughly and attend all classes to do well. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2720172","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:22.253366+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2MzU1OTc5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2720172","instructor_name":"Lilia Rissman","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2022-05-17 04:15:25 +0000 UTC","comment":"\nAt first I didn't like her because she gave really vague lectures about broad topics but had incredibly detailed exams. After receiving feedback on the first exam however she changed her approach and provided us with study guides. My grade drastically improved after she made the change and I started to appreciate her more.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2720172","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:22.253366+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2MzAyMjUz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2720172","instructor_name":"Lilia Rissman","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2022-05-10 21:53:21 +0000 UTC","comment":"I liked Professor Rissman, she is very nice and passionate about her work. The semester started out rough with a hard exam but after feedback she changed her techniques a bit and the next exam was much better. She is not really available outside of class besides her office hours or after class for a little, so I recommend going to her OH for help","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2720172","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:22.253366+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2MDE2NTQ3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2720172","instructor_name":"Lilia Rissman","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2022-04-04 16:08:53 +0000 UTC","comment":"I don't know why she's getting bad reviews. Honestly my favorite professor so far at UW. She is very passionate and knowledgeable about the topic. I loved that she would engage the class in lectures, she would often go around and ask questions to the class. At times, lecture felt more like a Socratic seminar which I loved. Lectures were engaging","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2720172","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:22.253366+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NzgwODU2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2720172","instructor_name":"Lilia Rissman","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2022-01-21 04:12:48 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Rissman did a very good job at answering any questions and facilitating discussions during lecture. She held review sessions before each exam where she basically answered any questions we had which I found helpful and prepared us for the exams. She also provided us with plenty of extra credit that really boosted our final grades.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2720172","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:22.253366+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NzAyOTI0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2720172","instructor_name":"Lilia Rissman","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2022-01-05 14:02:13 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Rissman is a really nice person who seems passionate about what she is teaching, however, she is not a good prof. Her lecture slides are horrible (vague) which she doesn't give to you anyway. She never announces when things are due, everything is horribly organized, and she is totally unclear on what concepts are being tested.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2720172","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:22.253366+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NjQ3NTQw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2720172","instructor_name":"Lilia Rissman","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2021-12-24 05:01:22 +0000 UTC","comment":"Lectures covers topics very broadly but the exam questions can get very specific. Must do the readings to do well on any of the exams. Extra Credit was a huge help at the end (very important to do). 3 exams and 1 final paper. Lectures were very underwhelming and she didn't post the lecture slides. Yet, many people stopped going anyway.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2720172","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:22.253366+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NjQyMzUx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2720172","instructor_name":"Lilia Rissman","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2021-12-23 17:18:18 +0000 UTC","comment":"I wasn't a big fan of her lectures, but she was a good professor. You have 3 exams, and one big paper. She also gives opportunities for extra credit which boost my grade. I got a BC on the first two exam, and a A on the paper and last exam, and still got a A with the extra credit. Her exams are hard and no lecture slides are posted.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2720172","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:22.253366+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NjQxMTg0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2720172","instructor_name":"Lilia Rissman","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2021-12-23 12:46:31 +0000 UTC","comment":"For such an interesting class, it's a pity that Lilia makes it so difficult to succeed. Test questions are vague and the lecture slides aren't available outside of class. Your grade is based solely on 3 major tests and 1 paper, which means you MUST do well on every test. She assigns extra credit which gives you a boost, but it can only do so much.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2720172","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:22.253366+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NjAxNzg1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2720172","instructor_name":"Lilia Rissman","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2021-12-20 02:15:01 +0000 UTC","comment":"Definitely need to put the work in and do all of the reading, but the class is super interesting and its worth it","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2720172","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:22.253366+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NTk3MTky","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2720172","instructor_name":"Lilia Rissman","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2021-12-19 17:10:46 +0000 UTC","comment":"She was a good professor and the lectures were very interesting but there were only three tests and a paper that counted towards your grade and the tests would be on material covered from lecture. It was a fine class just a lot of reading in the textbook and she did not make her slides accessible to students so it was hard to learn.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2720172","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:22.253366+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NTc0NDUy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2720172","instructor_name":"Lilia Rissman","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2021-12-17 15:55:09 +0000 UTC","comment":"I thought Rissman was a good lecturer and brought up really cool studies around key concepts. It's unfortunate that such an interesting class was so hard to succeed in because your grade is solely dependent upon three exams. No matter how well you knew the material the questions had multiple correct answers and didn't test you on basic concepts.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2720172","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:22.253366+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NTQwMTQ0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2720172","instructor_name":"Lilia Rissman","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2021-12-15 18:40:59 +0000 UTC","comment":"I enjoyed Psych 460. I learned many things and feel she explains topics thoroughly, but the textbook readings were a bit much. I know I'm a slow reader, but I would spend HOURS reading the textbook each week. I eventually gave up with them. Your grade is based off of the exams and final paper. Nothing else affects it that much. Good extra credit!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2720172","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:22.253366+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NDg0MTIw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2720172","instructor_name":"Lilia Rissman","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2021-12-12 19:34:57 +0000 UTC","comment":"Lectures are all over the place with no direction or clear takeaways. Lecture slides are not regularly available. Study guides for exams were very vague. Also seem to be nonresponsive to critique. When a lot of students get an exam question wrong she still maintains it is a good question. Paper worth 24% of grade is do five days before last exam.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2720172","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:22.253366+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1MzgzOTgx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2720172","instructor_name":"Lilia Rissman","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2021-12-06 18:47:48 +0000 UTC","comment":"I'm a psych major and have taken two classes similar to child development in the past but this was by far the hardest class for absolutely no reason. Her tests were so hard and half the time didn't even make sense.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2720172","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:22.253366+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1MzM1NjU5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2720172","instructor_name":"Lilia Rissman","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2021-12-01 18:57:41 +0000 UTC","comment":"The exams were extremely hard because lectures were so vague. You have to do most of the learning outside the class using the textbook and other materials. She hardly gives you any information in class and gives hardly any help for the exams. One of the hardest classes I've had to take in this department when it shouldn't have been.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2720172","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:23:22.253366+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1MzE0MjQx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2720172","instructor_name":"Lilia Rissman","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2021-11-29 20:49:26 +0000 UTC","comment":"I was excited to take this course as I was interested in the topic, however after this semester I plan to never take another course similar to this. The class is unnecessarily difficult due to a lack to clear understanding of what will be on the exam. Lectures are boring and the textbook is so dense and uninteresting.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2720172","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:11:36.743698+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyNzk0MTU2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:3131250","instructor_name":"Pearl Li","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2026-04-07 21:08:05 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Li was kind and I could tell she really likes her job and cares about her students. Tests were not very difficult but if you go to class and pay attention you will get a good grade. Her study guides were clear in what is to be expected on exams. 100% would reccomend! ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/3131250","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:11:36.743698+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyNjkyNTQy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:3131250","instructor_name":"Pearl Li","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2026-03-12 17:55:25 +0000 UTC","comment":"Class was interesting and not super difficult. She clearly loves her job and wants her students to do well. If you go to lecture and pay attention you will get an A ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/3131250","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:11:36.743698+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyMzgzOTMz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:3131250","instructor_name":"Pearl Li","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2025-12-23 08:55:43 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Li was very clear about what we needed to know, the tests weren't overly difficult, and she offered a solid amount of extra credit. I recommend.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/3131250","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:11:36.743698+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyMTM0MTA5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:3131250","instructor_name":"Pearl Li","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2025-12-10 00:44:21 +0000 UTC","comment":"Very kind professor and covers a lot of content in class. I find the course material to be very easy to understand. As long as you show up to class and do the readings, you'll do very well. There's also multiple extra credit opportunities. Highly recommend this class if you're interested in child development.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/3131250","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:11:36.743698+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyMDY0MzUx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:3131250","instructor_name":"Pearl Li","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2025-12-05 23:39:57 +0000 UTC","comment":"I loved this class and the professor! I would recommend this class if you need credit or are just generally interested in psychology/development. Pearl is super kind, engaging, and flexible, and the class itself is very manageable, and lots of extra credit is also offered! ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/3131250","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:11:36.743698+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyMDQ2ODM1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:3131250","instructor_name":"Pearl Li","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2025-12-05 00:11:11 +0000 UTC","comment":"Pearl is a wonderful and kind professor. She makes amazing study guides before each exam that entail everything you need to know for the exam. Even highlighting what is most important. Would highly recommend both the class and her as a prof!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/3131250","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:09:07.476801+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMyMjk1MTg5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2480184","instructor_name":"Ronald Pomper","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2019-10-17 21:31:21 +0000 UTC","comment":"Ron was my favorite professor that I have taken a class with. He is a really good lecturer and is very passionate about the course material. He literally changed my career path and made me want to work with child development in the future. I didn't do any work outside of class. He also makes a really good study guide for the midterm and final!!!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2480184","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:09:07.476801+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxOTE0NTc0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2480184","instructor_name":"Ronald Pomper","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2019-05-20 01:36:30 +0000 UTC","comment":"Ron is an amazing lecturer who really tried to make the class interesting. Lectures were a little fast paced and required reading outside of lecture but definitely manageable. Only two exams which were fairly difficult and required a lot of memorization. You must read the textbook or you won't bee able to pass exams.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2480184","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:09:07.476801+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxODQzNjE3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2480184","instructor_name":"Ronald Pomper","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2019-05-11 05:42:38 +0000 UTC","comment":"Ron is passionate about the subject, and he brings that to his lectures. However the class itself is fairly scattered, broad, and fast paced and with two cumulative exams determining the bulk of your grade, it became more of an intense fact-memorizing class than anything. He also refused to help with paper clarification questions outside of class","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2480184","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:09:07.476801+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxNjAxNzAx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2480184","instructor_name":"Ronald Pomper","course_label":"PSYCH460","course_id":"PSYCH 460","course_uid":"course_a899f2064c95f886680fa00c","review_date":"2019-04-16 05:20:02 +0000 UTC","comment":"He's young and very cool! Really seems to love kids and makes the class super interesting. Can go on a big too fast on lecture but lecture slides are available online hence, easy to catch up. Overall recommended!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2480184","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0}]