Kevin Corder - Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, MI

Professor: Kevin Corder

Department: Political Science

College: Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, MI

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: PSCI2000
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Kevin was awesome. Not being big into politics. and really not knowing much about the topic, it was pretty easy to me. You just have to pay attention and take the time to learn. He is open to any kind of topics and will talk about them. Pretty straight forward grading, and gives good feedback.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: PSCI2000
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Mr. Kevin Corder is the best PSCI teacher I have ever met. first of all, his very open to views. secondly his funny and thirdly his always available in his office. he even gives good feed backs even after 15 mistakes over a 1000 word short paper. his very patient. If your looking for a PSCI teacher go for him straight.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: PSCI2000
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Great professor, always answered my questions and was really helpful. He was a big reason why I changed my major to political science. I learned a lot from him and the class was very helpful.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: PSCI3950
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Professor Corder is very lenient with paper policies, but grades fairly. He likes when you pay attention to detail and put extra effort into the papers. Be as thorough and detailed as possible.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: PSCI3950
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Corder is one of the best professors I have had here. He wants his students to succeed and will answer any questions you might raise. Pay attention, come to class, and don't be afraid to speak up - and I guarantee you'll not only get an A, but you'll learn a TON. The labs are cool and I have loved the lectures. Smart guy.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: PSCI2000
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

He was just awesome in every aspect and was able to work with you.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: PSCI3950
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Corder is probably the most intelligent professor in the political science department at WMU. He's also a great professor, knows his material very well and teaches it in a very understandable way. Highly recommend.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: PSCI2000
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Prof. Corder knows the material that he teaches very well. He understands that political science isn't for everyone and does his best to make it interesting and simple for students. Weekly papers but they're one page over the lecture that week.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: PSCI3950
• 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:

amazing professor, one of the best i've had at western. had him for quantitative methods and not only does he know his stuff inside & out but he also knows how to explain it. he really strives to make sure you understand the material. he's really chill & really patient. i gotta second what the other poster said, that he's on your side.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: PSCI2000
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Professor Corder was awesome. He made the class very engaging, helped me out whenever I needed it, and was very knowledgeable on the topic. He's an overall smart guy, but doesn't just put out information; he's on your side.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: PSCI2000
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Corder has a great lecture style; causal and extremely informative. I had his class two days a week then one class with one of his T.A's who grade all papers; one a week. Great class, never used the textbook.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: PSCI3950
• 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:

Smart Prof. very interesting to listen to his lectures and participate. HIGHLY RECOMMEND Dr. Corder for Quantitative Analysis he is the best. Push through the assignments and you'll be in good shape, always willing to help you out. Class not mandatory but I would highly reccomend

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: PSCI3950
• 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:

Engaging and informative! Dr. Corder actually make you like quantitative methods!

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: PSCI1200
• 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:

Dr. Corder was an amazing first semester experience, our class was very engaging. If you read the books assigned going to class is a great was to learn basic political procedures. If you get a chance take a class with him!

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: PSCI2000
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Interacted more with the TA for the class, but Dr. Corder's lectures were good and easy to follow along with. If you read the book and go to discussion, lecture isn't really necessary but helps to reinforce concepts.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: PSCI3950
• 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:

Dr. Corder is a great professor who wants to make sure you know the material but also why it is important. Take a class with him if you get the chance.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: PSCI3950
• 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:

Smart teacher to knows his stuff and is willing to help you if you have questions. He is very insightful, logical, and understands what it is like to be a student. He said today in class that one of his rules is to go over any technical material during the first 40 min of class, because after that time period he knows he starts to lose interest.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: PSCI200
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Great teacher. Great guy. For a gen ed class, i learned a lot.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: PSCI3950
• 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:

really enjoyed the class, mostly because of Dr. Corder. while he makes the mathematics of this class accessible to everyone, he knows the ins and outs of the statistical models better than any teacher i've had before. i would definitely recommend taking this with Corder.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: PSCI3900
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Very no-nonsense and still friendly. Lectures are pretty dry, but he's genuine and does want to help. I remember asking him several questions one day and apologized for it, but he stated "It's my job to answer them." I've never heard a professor say that before. Always accessible in his office. Take-home assignments are not hard, but final is.