Brady Phelps - South Dakota State University

Professor: Brady Phelps

Department: Psychology

College: South Dakota State University

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: PSYC411
• 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. Phelps is hands down one of the top professors at SDSU. He can be hard to read, especially if sarcasm is not your strong suit. He definitely shares his opinion, but not because he want's you to share it, but to understand his background and methodology. He wants all of his students to succeed and truly cares. Hard exterior, softy on the inside.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: PSYC305
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Phelps is the best professor at SDSU. Yes, his humor isn't for everyone but he will definitely keep your attention! Some think he has a tough exterior, but he's really a very caring guy. He wants all of his students to succeed and will do whatever he can to make sure they do. Ask questions and enjoy this guy! Hands down one of the best humans ever.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: PSYCH210
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He goes over a lot of information very quickly, but there are a lot of points in the class; so even if you do poorly on a test, some of the freebie points will cancel it out. DO NOT SKIP THIS CLASS. There is a lot of info you are missing out on if you do.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: PSYC210
• 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:

He teachers very fast and the content of the class is a lot to take in. Make sure you know you stuff at least a little bit before you take his class or you won't survive. Make friends and share notes!!! I also recommend printing the powerpoint slides and take notes on them as he goes.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: PSYC210
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Phelps takes his teaching very seriously and is very passionate about it. Because of this his lectures are always interesting, he cares about getting to know his students, and he also takes it quite personally if students don't care or try in his class (bad test or phones in class). Overall, Phelps is a little kooky but definitely a great teacher.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: PSYC305
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He's crazy, but in a good way.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: PSYCH210
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Phelps is a one of a kind professor! He cares so much about his student's and their grades, and he only wants to see them succeed. If you choose to do poorly in his class, then that's exactly it, it's on you and your poor choices. He makes class interesting and is always prepared. Very knowledgeable and wants his students to only gain.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: PSYC358
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

The class was very easy and kind of fun. Phelps's teaching methods are pretty straight forward, he likes to tell jokes too. He can be kind of intimidating, he called out a student for starring at his fingernails for too long one day so make sure to be paying attention during class or be pretending to pay attention.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: PSYC210
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

If you don't show up, be prepared to fail every test and even if you do show up, you better study the material and go over the book and Mindtap. I wish he would be more specific with some topics, but I know he is trying to cover everything he wants to get covered.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: PSYC305
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Favorite professor! He is incredibly knowledgeable & passionate about the subjects he teaches! His tests are probably the hardest I've taken from any professor, so be sure to prepare & go to class as often as possible. He may not be everyone's cup of tea, but I have taken many of his classes simply because I find his lectures so enjoyable.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: PSYCH389
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Really keeps things real

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: PSYCH210
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Okay, so he is absolutely brilliant but also absolutely insane. He knows what he's talking about and it's obvious he's a professional in his field. I just wish he was a little more clear in lectures and break things down rather than using his professional tone during lectures. Make sure to study, your grade will be revolved off of quizzes and exams

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: PSYC358
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Phelps' classes are incredibly refreshing because you can tell without a doubt he is passionate about the material. He isn't afraid to share his personal experiences with the class as long as it means teaching us something. While he may be a bit... strange... it makes for an entertaining class.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: PSYC289
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He is amazing. He may say things that offend sensitive people, but these are usually jokes and he means well. If you are lazy, you won't do well in the class and if you don't show up to class, you will struggle with tests. He goes the extra mile to help his students achieve and really cares about what he teaches. Definitely my favorite professor!

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: PSYC210
• 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:

Not clear at all, all you do is listen to him rant and insult the class

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: PSYC451
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Great professor , lazy students stay away. Ask him about his dream where he is flying and he witnesses a corvette directly in front of him. This guy is the best.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: 411
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

If you're lazy, don't expect any sympathy. He is willing to go the extra mile for students who show ambition. He fostered my professional development the most. Take L&C and BMod. Those are the most useful classes you'll take in the major. You will learn FUNCTIONAL topics that apply across disciplines. Lastly, get APA style writing down. Just do it.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: PSYC411
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Great teacher, a little out here but that is what makes him a him I guess. If you show interest or direction in your schooling is will help you. You have to want to help yourself... if you can't do that and you just want to breeze by then forget about it. You're not worth the effort.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: PSYCH289
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

I would not recommend this professor. He often teaches his opinion and is very offensive. The content is very interesting but should be backed up by scientific fact, not his opinion on the matter. He even says his opinion on religion!

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: PSYC411
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Lectures are long and could benefit from being more concise, expect rambling personal stories that can be distracting. Dr. Phelps is certainly a very intelligent man but is often offensive and it's clear he could care less if you are in fact offended. I recommend taking classes from another professor.