Ronald Livingston - University of Texas at Tyler, Tyler, TX

Professor: Ronald Livingston

Department: Psychology

College: University of Texas at Tyler, Tyler, TX

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: PSYC4301
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He is very knowledgeable. The material seems easy but if you don't actively study you will not do well on his tests. He always gives curves on tests.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: 4301
• Grade Received: C-
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Professor Livingston is such a kind and passionate man. He really goes into detail about the content, so if you listen, I'm sure you would understand. Personally, it was hard for me to pay attention. Everything is in a powerpoint, so that also helps.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: PSYC4301
• 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:

I did not have to read the book to make a good grade. I did go to every class, and study very hard off of the power points. His lectures can be slow, but he wants everyone to understand before moving on. His TA, Heather, is also a GREAT help!

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: PSY4301
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Easy. I didn't go to class, just read the power point slides and still made an A in the class

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: PSYC4301
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Livingston is a very nice guy! His lectures are long and can be tedious, but it is because he really wants people to understand. Unfortunately, he can spend alot of time explaining irrelivent material to clueless students. The powerpoints are very useful when studying for the exams.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: TESTSMSRM
• 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 class is not as hard as people make you believe. If you take notes on the powerpoints and go to each class, you should really understand the subject. I NEVER used the book and got a B & I know plenty of people who did the same and got an A. He explains things well, you just need to be there for it. Seems like a really nice guy who cares too.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: PSYC4301
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Took him for Tests and Measurements. Hardest requiried class for psyc major, off, but it's doable. Must read the book (which he wrote) to pass. Since wiritng tests is his field, his tests reflect that fact in their difficulty. He is, however, very nice and helpful, and he looks and talks like Ned Flanders.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: PSYCH4301
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

he is nice on the surface, but one on one you get the idea that he could care less. the class is very boring and redundant. a full chapter on one word is ridiculous. reliability and validity can be summed up in single sentences and at the most one paragraph each. i would tell you to stir lear, but it is a required course for the psyche degree.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: PSYCH4100
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Class and prof were both extreemly boring. Prof tended to go off on tangents often. Everyday he would say we were going to get out early and everyday we got out late. One day it took THREE HOURS to go through 4 SLIDES!! Attendance mandatory. Bring something else to do. Book (1 chap= 50 pgs) has to be printed out. Test from book.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: PSYCMEAS
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Livingston is a very nice person. As a professor, he is quite tough. He expects you to read the chapters and know the material. The presentation wasn't so bad... His tests are in-depth - you can't slack in test & measurement.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: PSYC1301
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Although he looks like Ned Flanders from the Simpsons, hes really a great teacher. He is always there to help you and will take time out of his busy schedule to do anything for you. Great teaching style with the perfect amount of interaction. I highly suggest him as a professor! 2 Thumbs Up!!!

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: PSYC1301
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Very helpful instructor! Course covered a lot of material, but the instructor was willing to work with students to achieve maximum comprehension! :)

Rating # 13

Overview:

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

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

Comment:

Livingston is a great professor -- encouraging critical discussion and teasing forth evolved concepts. Class time moves rapidly. Read the book, GO TO CLASS, and you will not only do well, you will LEARN a lot. GREAT class and professor.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: TESTSM1301
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

His class can be boring, but I must say intro is MUCH easier than his upper classes. He did his best to make tests and measurements somewhat interesting, even though the subject itself is horribly boring to study. Overall, decent class and I did learn some.

Rating # 15

Overview:

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

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

Comment:

It is possible to do well in his class without attending, however you will walk away with nothing. If you are merely wanting a great GPa or to obtain credits, its a good class to take and skip out on. He is a learned man, very willing and happy to discuss with his students.

Rating # 16

Overview:

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

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

Comment:

"College is the one thing everyone pays for but no one wants . . ." Students often confuse a well informed, well prepared Socratic forum with "boredom." This class is worth attending and Livingston is an excellent, learned professor. Not attending his class is your loss.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: 1301
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

his class is totally not worth going to. don't buy the book. print the notes from blackboard, do the internet activities associated with the book. totally a waste of time, but an easy A for sure.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: PSYC1301
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

I really liked Dr. Livingston alot. It was really easy and if you actually go to class (which you don't need to at all if you don't want to) but you can learn alot from him if you give him a chance. He's super easy and its pretty much impossible to get less than a B in his class.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: TESTSMEASMNT
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

He will do all he can to help you. Very dry subject and the textbook is aweful. You don't have to take a lot of notes because he posts them on blackboard. He will give opportunities for extra credit.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: PSYCHOLOGY
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

His class is very boring. He just reads the notes. Tests are usually easy. don't buy the book b/c you don't use it.