Dave Carkenord - Longwood University, Farmville, VA

Professor: Dave Carkenord

Department: Psychology

College: Longwood University, Farmville, VA

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: PSYC460
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I expected the course (PSYC-460) to be a lot harder but Dr. Carkenords approach breaks the material down week-by-week and the assessments/exams are relatively easy as long as you prepare appropriately. Reading the book and reviewing lecture notes are a must! Attendance is mandatory! Dr. Carkenord is very accommodating & has a great sense of humor!

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: PSYC460
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Carkenord is incredible. He is intelligent, and is by far one of the best professors at Longwood. He cares about his students success so much which is amazing and so refreshing. He is also hilarious, and includes memes in his powerpoints. Awesome guy, go and hang out in his office because he is also great with advice. super good looking too!

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: PSY460
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Carkenord is an outstanding educator, by far one of the best. I recommend if taking a course from him, keep all your communications with him strictly professional.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: PSCH101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Carkenord is a great teacher, interesting and easy to listen to his lectures. However, his tests are difficult, require lots of reading and understanding.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: PSYC331
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

His only redeeming quality is the extra credit he gives. His tests have trick questions and if you miss one class youll miss questions on the test because they are about what was the example given for blank not on actual comprehension of materials. Least influential professor ive ever had. He doesnt instill any motivation in his students to care.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: PSY366
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Dr. C is SO awesome! He makes even the most boring subjects interesting; I think I would hate this course (I/O Psych) if it were taught by anyone but him because the material is relatively dry. Be prepared to spend a good 6-8 hours every week of outside work in this class for reading if you want an A, but Dr. C makes every second worth it!

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: PSCH101
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

BEST TEACHER I HAVE EVER HAD!! His class is always interesting and on Fridays he gives out extra credit points for just coming to class. Also basically does the assignments for you. He makes things as easy as possible for you to do well. TAKE HIS CLASS!!

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: PSYC101
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Gives TONS of extra credit. Lets you use notes on quizzes and tests. One of the best professors I've had at Longwood. Would definitely take one of his classes again!!

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: PSCH101
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

One of the best professors I have had. Lets you use your notes on the quiz's and test's!

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: PSCH101
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Loved this professor! He gives though tests and quizzes, but he teaches the information very well. I highly recommend him. I loved his class and would take him again if given the chance. Also, he gives you candy if you show up to class on Fridays.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: PSCH101
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Dr. Carkenord is by far the best teacher I had this semester. I am a psychology major, and he made the class very easy. He allows you to use handwritten notes on quizzes and tests, including the final. He gives extra credit on fridays and I can say he genuinely cares about his students.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: PSYC101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He is very helpful and such a great guy. Everyone in his classes love him.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: PSY366
• Grade Received: B-
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

This is NOT the easiest class you'll take. He makes you work for your grade, so if you think this course is easy sailing--don't be fooled! His questions on quizzes and tests are loaded, meaning you have to read them carefully and know the material thoroughly! If I/O psychology interests you, then take this class, but don't take it just because....

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: INTROTOPSYCH
• Grade Received: C
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Carkenord is a phenomenal professor. He is interesting, funny and friendly. His class is enjoyable, but his tests are difficult. Carkenord wants to see that you really know the material. His quizzes cover the textbook readings and tests cover lectures. He is more than willing to answer any questions and give advice, but make sure you study.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: PSYCH101
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

He's the best professor for Pysch! he's super organized and gives so much help for you to pass. It literally is impossible to fail his class!

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: PSYCH101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Carkenord is an amazing professor that gives wonderful opportunities. He's the reason I decided to become a psych major. Loved his class, I'd choose him as my professor again in a heart beat!

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: PSYC101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He's very kind and explains things thoroughly. His tests are very hard though! He gives quizzes and tests and lets you use notes on them. Very friendly.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: PSY460
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

I took 4 of Dr. C's classes and he was my advisor for my research internship last year as well. They were by far my favorite classes in college. He is engaging and fun, while also passionate about the course material and beyond intelligent. He genuinely cares about each of his students and makes Longwood U that much better.... TAKE HIS CLASSES!

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: PSYC101
• 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:

Honestly the best teacher I've ever had in my life. If you have the opportunity to take a class with this man do it! You won't regret it.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: PSYCH101
• Grade Received: C
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

He's awesome and tries to make the class 'sun' which in of itself ends up being funny.