Ted Rebard - University of St. Thomas, Houston, TX

Professor: Ted Rebard

Department: Philosophy

College: University of St. Thomas, Houston, TX

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: PHIL3313
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Difficult class but not impossible. Definitely talk to him during office hours- he's more likely to be lenient if he knows you. Talk to him about the paper & he'll look over what you have & point you in the right direction. Tests are very hard so pay attention to review questions in back of book. He follows his notes closely. Form a study group

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: PHIL3313
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Went into this class off of the recommendation of a friend after they had taken Rebard's class. After demonstrating your interest in the material, he'll respect you as an adult. He's the best prof. I've had. I'm not the brightest student, but this was by far the best class I've taken--it singlehandedly restored my belief in the existence of God.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: PHIL3313
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Professor Rebard is a life changing professor. If you don't care about the subject matter, maybe try growing up a little. He truly cares about his students and wants to equip us to live our best lives. Get to know him.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: PHIL3313
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Pros: EVERYTHING you need to know is in book of notes (buy from him for $20). Lectures are 100% based off this book. Explains metaphysics very well and relates it to real life. Fair grader on Essay and Exams, but do your part. Cons: ONLY 3 grades (Midterm,Essay,Final). Class can get boring. MUST read and ask questions or he will do the asking.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: META3345
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Rebard is clearly passionate and well-versed in Metaphysics. His lectures are somewhat difficult to organize, but they closely follow his textbook. He doesn't take many grades, but they are quite simple if you get a good general idea of the concepts and vocabulary. His words are incredibly inspiring and I learned a lot.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: PHIL3313
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Very unorganized and tough class. There were only three assignments the entire semester and while that sounds fun and non-stressful, the midterm and final did not have a review and the essay is 10 pages. Although he has some fun stories and seemed like he could be a cool guy outside of class, I would not take him again or advise anyone to either.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: PHIL3313
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Despite a very unorganized class, I actually learned and got something out of Dr. Rebard's class. Read each chapter and takes notes during lectures because some answers to the questions his textbook that he made are only found in the lecutures. Only a midterm, final, and 8-page paper. Do every question and term and he's slighty picky with the terms

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: PHIL3313
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He begins classes with a Q&A and summarizes previous material. Read assigned notes, pay attention to lecture, and review terms and self-tests. He is helpful, and everything is there for you to succeed. He's objective, so all you need to do is take responsibility for your work instead of expecting to be spoon-fed/ an A by default.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: META3345
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

He just sits in front of the class and talks. No pwpt to follow along, nothing. If you miss class more than once without an excuse you will be 'eligible to flunk' in his words. You could write down an exact definition from the notes he gives out or what is exactly said in class for the test and still not enough. Unless you are phil major, just DONT

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: PHIL1311
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I loved taking this class with Professor Rebard. He values respect and punctuality, and he appreciates questions and discussions.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: HPERSON
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Great prof- difficult subject but works hard to make it easier for you to understand. Has changed to become slightly more accommodating in recent years, but you do need to stay on his good side by simply being inquisitive and asking questions! Philosophy is difficult, so keep on top of things, fair amount of reading, gives review for test (2) 2015.

Rating # 12

Overview:

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

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

Comment:

attend, take notes, review his handouts, do review sheets (make study group if possible), ASK HIM if you have any questions (in class office hours) OR ask tutoring center. He understands the struggles of modern education and the faults. connect with him and he will help you succeed. Be the avid, responsible student you OUGHT to be- UST expectation

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: HUMPERSON
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Rebard's class depends on the atmosphere of the class. If your class has even one person willing to discuss the topic with him, it will not be boring. The key to his tests (1midterm&1final) is to study the review sheet and notes he gives (not difficult) and simply write what you recall from lecture or notes. Has changed 10 pg to 5 pg paper recently

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: PHIL1311
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Rebard is honestly one of the best professors I have ever had. Taking his class is an unforgettable experience. He is very helpful and his lessons are life changing. It was a privilege to have him as a professor and as a mentor. If given the opportunity, you must take him !

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: PHIL4364
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

The syllabus was one paragraph and didn't lay a clear grading rubric or any idea of assignments or tests. Attendance was important in order to get the lecture notes but not vital as he emailed them out. Only 3 grades- midterm (3 essays), a ten-page paper, and final (3 essays). He graded very leniently and I managed a B+ somehow!

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: PHIL1311
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Rebard Will crush and scatter your dreams and walk over them. This guy is very fool of himself. Don't take him. Class consists of a VERY VERY difficult midterm, 10 Pages essay (He takes off 10 points off if you place a comma instead of a period) and a final. If he likes you, you'll pass. (hes VERY pious).

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: PHIL1311
• Grade Received: D+
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Rebard is the worst professor ever. Do NOT, I repeat Do NOT take him. He will make regret going to college.

Rating # 18

Overview:

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

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

Comment:

Dr. Rebard is a bad professor. The fact that there's only 3 grades in the class (midterm, 10 pg paper, and final) is unfair. Only 2 People made a B in the mid term. Class average was a C-. If he likes you you'll pass. other wise you won't. Don't take him.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: PHIL1311
• Grade Received: C-
• Overall Rating: 1.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Professor Rebard enjoys making his students suffer. I had a 4.0 GPA for 3 semesters. Until I took his class. He does not grade easy. If he doesn't like you, you wont pass. I never made less than an A in my college career, but he gave me a C- Because he disagrees with my opinions. and personal beliefs. Avoid him at all costs.

Rating # 20

Overview:

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

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

Comment:

Taking him was a mistake, He's really hard. 99.99% of us are not philosophy majors, and he gives you hard time. He thinks his class is the only one. Some of us are full time students taking 12-15 hours.