Randall Osborne - Texas State University, San Marcos, TX

Professor: Randall Osborne

Department: Psychology

College: Texas State University, San Marcos, TX

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: PSY3337
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Dr. O is an amazing teacher! He explains things well and is always there for his students. His lessons/discussions are very informative and meaningful. Psych of Prejudice & Hate (PSY 3337) is VERY discussion heavy. ALL assignments are done via forums. They're easy for the most part, just take some time to read and thoughtfully answer prompts. 10/10

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: PSY3335
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Osborne is a corky guy. The textbook isn't needed because he posts all the powerpoints online, which are also in his textbook. There are 2 exams and a replacement grade final, as well as 12 weekly 15 minute quizzes online. The only down side is that he talks A LOT about his childhood during lectures, which can be depressing.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: FORENSIC3335
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He was the first professor I took as a transfer student at Texas State and I LOVED him. I took him for both Forensic and Sport Psych. He rewards students that work hard and show up for class. He's funny and down to earth. My second class with him, he was very understanding of some of my missed classes and was easy to talk to. I loved him!

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: PSY3335
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Dr. O, is one of the most caring professors out there. His class consisted of weekly quizzes, 2 exams, and 1 final. He would remind us about our weekly quiz every single time and hinted what would be on there during class. Attendance is not mandatory but you do get bonus points for being there. He is awesome, definitely not a dry lecture!!

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: PSY3336
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Amazing teacher, very relate-able and caring for his students. lectures are very informative and meaningful, overall great intelligent man. one of my favorite professors at txstate!!! hands down

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: PSY3335
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Attendance isn't necessary - but the one bonus point for missing 5 or less classes could turn your 88.8 into an A, unlike me.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: PSY3335
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Dr. O is an amazing professors who genuinely cares about his students. His power point slides are very helpful and also posted on TRACS. He gives out simple at-home quizzes every week which really help with your grade. He is very flexible with office hours and will help you with anything you need.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: PSY3336
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Attendance isn't mandatory, but you need to go to class for his explanations, otherwise you just have PowerPoints to study. His book was literally the PowerPoints with a little bit of extra info. Great professor and knowledgable and funny too.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: FORENSIC3335
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Professor Osborne was one of the most amazing professors at Texas State. I took him for Fall 2015 for Forensic Psychology. His lectures are by far the most interesting I ever had! From what I remember he had the class purchase his book that he wrote and published, which I applaud. If you read that book and do the Mastery Quizzes you should be fine!

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: FORENSIC3335
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Osborne is an amazing professor. I highly recommend him. He's hilarious, makes forensic psych interesting to learn and he wears the most unique ties. Plus he actually cares for his students!

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: PSYCH3335
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Dr. O is truly amazing! His lectures are incredibly interesting and he's hilarious. Book is awesome! He's fair, clear, inspirational, passionate, responsive, & exam grades are posted the same day. Extra points for attendance. Gives quiz hints during lectures. I'll miss his class, wish I had him for more. Take him, you won't regret it! The best!

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: PSY3335
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Randall is an amazing professor! His class was engaging and the customized textbook is the most helpful textbook I have every purchased. While he is lecturing he gives examples to actually help you learn the material and not just memorize it. He does assign weekly quizzes but they are geared towards refreshing your mind for the test.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: FORENSICPSYCH
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Professor Osborne is incredible! I had him for Forensic Psychology and it was so engaging. Attendance is not mandatory and all information is in your customized textbook. There are only two exams which are relatively easy due to the online quizzes each week that help refresh memory. He's hilarious, super engaging, and makes you want to learn! :)

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: PSYCH3336
• 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! :) Class was always intersting and Randall was clear, fair, and percise. Had quizzes every week that were kinda difficult but he always made sure to remind you to take them and what material was going to be on them. He is what all professors should be like!

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: FORENSIC3335
• 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:

AMAZING PROFESSOR!! Everyone should take at least one of his classes. If you are a psych major he helps you remember why you choose psych in the first place. His passion for psych is contagious. Attendance is not mandatory but you will wanna attend no matter what! Weekly quizzes but he gives you answers in class. You can get an A without the book

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: FORENSIC3335
• 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:

Omg Randall is absolutely the best professor I have ever taken! He is very through with the concepts and provides numerous real life examples for every concept. He is hilarious and truly wants you to succeed! There are weekly online quizzes but if you attend class he gives you hints to the answers. Attendance is not mandatory but you wanna go!

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: THEOR4391
• 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:

Amazing professor! If you are a psych major, you must take him! If you attend his lectures and take notes, you are sure to pull an A, if not a high B. He is very clear and concise about the material and offers any help you need. His tests are more than fair and he hands out a review so you know what to expect on test day. It's also a very fun class

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: PSYCH3331
• 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:

Currently enrolled in forensic psych online. Love this class, love the prof. He's helpful, reasonable, and responds quickly to emails. Any and all material is relevant to the course, to life and to the test! High recommend this class, this professor

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: PSY3336
• 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:

this is by far one of the best professor ever! he makes the class very interesting and he explains things in simple way for all to understand. very helpful and kind professor! highly recommended for a great class!

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: PSY1300
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Take this guy. He doesn't require attendance but he does concept checks a couple times a week... which are very easy if you attend class regularly. The exams are easy and he gives you practice exams which have a lot of the same questions as the exams. Fun teacher and likes to joke around a lot. Highly recommend if you want an easy A.