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PAUL KELLY

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Raw average: 4.88/5 from 8 quality ratings. The adjusted rating blends this with the UW review average (3.66/5), weighted as 20 additional ratings. Smaller samples stay closer to that average. Each captured review is counted once in the prior; this does not correct who chooses to leave a review.

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PHILOS 101
Quality 5/5Difficulty 1/5
This man still holds the record for the only professor who's lectures I enjoyed. Paul Kelly is amazing, energetic, and clearly cares about philosophy. Barely any homework, easy papers as midterm/final, and readings aren't mandatory since he talks about them in class anyway. Super easy and super entertaining/interesting, I highly recommend PHILOS101
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PHILOS 243
Quality 5/5Difficulty 1/5
Professor Kelly is a really great lecturer. He's really good at explaining and keeping his students engaged overall. I would highly recommend taking his classes because he is very friendly!
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PHIL341 · course not matched
Quality 5/5Difficulty 2/5
This is for PHILOS 243: Professor Kelly is one of the best professors I've had. His lectures encourage discussion, and he is willing to explain concepts over and over until you understand the material. He has weekly readings but they average only 3-7 pages. I would definitely take from him again!
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PHILOS 101
Quality 5/5Difficulty 2/5
I always looked forward to going to his lectures. One of the best professors I have ever had.
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PHILOS 101
Quality 5/5Difficulty 1/5
Hands down my favorite professor. He is extremely knowledgeable, explains the basics of philosophy in clear, bite size pieces, and just really expands your worldview in interesting ways. Pre-lecture readings are kinda optional, no other hw. Would absolutely recommend this prof to anyone looking for a easy, interesting humanities credit
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