David Neswald - Santa Monica College, Santa Monica, CA

Professor: David Neswald

Department: Psychology

College: Santa Monica College, Santa Monica, CA

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: PSCH1
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Neswald was awesome. This class was a breeze considering how difficult psychology can be. His exams are based off lecture and are very straightforward. I'd read the textbook though to ensure an A.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: PSYCH1
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I looked forward to this class every time. His classroom is inviting with Hawaiian music, followed by a feeling of welcomeness. He enjoys teaching and has concern for his students. I appreciated his organization. If you listen to lecture and take time to read the text, you will get a decent grade and will learn about human behavior.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: PSYCH2929
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

This professor is awesome. The only thing that throws me off a little is how he words the questions but if you pay attention you will pass just read the book !! enjoy!

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: PSYCH14
• 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:

Neswald is the man! Took his psych 1 class, and 14. Tests are based off the PowerPoint notes. Fair grader. Extremely interesting guy. I absolutely recommend him.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: PSYCH1
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

BEST CLASS IVE EVER TAKEN. He is an amazing teacher. Highly recommended. He makes everything clear, very funny, and is an overall great guy. You will not regret taking his class.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: PSYCH1
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He is a wonderful teacher. His tests are based on the lecture. I like the fact that he doesn't use the book. Everything is perfect besides it's really hard to get good grade in this class. No extra credit, and hard to get A or B.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: PSYCH14
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

One word: Amazing! He knows what he's doing! Everything is straight out from the lecture so you don't even have to read nor buy the book. I totally don't agree with any of the negative comments.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: PSYCH14
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Hes a teacher who tries to trick u on testsand takes pride in stumping the class.i guarantee ur grade wont reflect ur effort and knowlege..he drops a test which seems nice, but is ultimately useless cuz itsimpossible to ace every test.i finished the class with 223 points and needed 225 for an A he doesnt let u review tests,dusnt give practice probs

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: PSY1
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

the ABSOLUTE WORST. He's boring and has little to no personality. When you ask him questions, he answers you like your stupid. He doesnt help you out if you cant understand some of the material. Test are from boring lecture only. No care for the students and doesnt make you look forward to come to class.I dont NOT recommend, stay farrrrr away.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: PSYCH14
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Great Teacher! All classes are just lecture notes which is where he gets most of the test from. He usually lets the class out a bit early. 4 tests 1 final, drops the lowest test score. Information is very interesting but a lot! He is very experienced and knows what he's talking about

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: PSYCH14
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

i don't understand any of the negative comments... such an easy class to get an A in if you are willing to put just a little bit of effort in... DONT BUY THE BOOK!... everything is straight out of lecture notes which are supper easy to write down.. love this proff/love this class!!!!!!!

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: PSYCH1
• 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:

I never thought much about majoring in psych but he made me consider it for sure. He is organized, clear, easy to understand. Never have hw besides reading chapter (i didn't even get the book, still got an A just based on notes). He is also subtly hilarious and communicates the subject so you understand. Recommended for majors and non-majors alike!

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: PYCH1
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

not a pych major and hated this class. Neswald is a boring, uninterested teacher. be prepared to sit and copy notes for a straight hour and half. dont show up its a waist of time. just come to take the tests- only points that are given. and dont be fooled by the attendance sheet. spend time that would be in class at your job makin $$. HATE HIM

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: PSYCH13
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Strict: no cell phones in the classroom (even if you are not using it). Tests are straight from his lectures. For final grade, if you are 1 point away from an A, he will NOT give you the higher grade. I'm a psych major and this is the only class I got a B in from the 5 classes I took at SMC. Definitely not an easy course!

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: PSYCH14
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Awesome teacher. He is very clear and really friendly. His tests are 99% from lecture. No homework, only 4 tests (he drops lowest grade) and a final. His tests are amusing and silly. Overall a great/interesting class and a great professor.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: PSYCH14
• 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:

GREAT professor. I took Abnormal & Personality with Neswald this semester and learned so much! He is very organized, punctual and expects a lot from his students. If you're in it to learn you will benefit a whole lot from going to class, reading the book and taking notes from his lectures. Oh, and his exams are a riot!

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: PSYCH1
• 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:

AWESOME AWESOME TEACHER!! I LOVE THIS GUY Neswald's the reason I'm minoring in psych now. I took psych 1 over the summer it was frikkin amazing. I loved him as a teacher wow. He used to be a psychologist so he really knows what he's talking about, the best psych teacher at SMC from what i've seen. I got an A with not too much work. its a bomb class

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: PSYC1
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

took his psyc 1 class. lecture very straight forward, makes note taking super easy. tests not too tricky. if you just read over your notes (if you took them) you can easily study for the exams. i dont think you need to use the book at all either

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: PSYCH3
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Professor Neswald is a great teacher. I have taken all his Psych courses and he makes everything crystal clear. His exams are tricky but I only gotten A's and B's on them. Gives great examples and gives great clear notes.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: PSYCH3
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He is very organized and on time, and orderly. His lecture is crystal clear. You need to take detail notes and all the exams based on notes. He will imply all the theories into examples. He is a very helpful and good teacher with rich psychology experience. If you are psych major, he is your choice! His exams are not that hard if you study!