Dave Wirtshafter - University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, IL

Professor: Dave Wirtshafter

Department: Psychology

College: University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, IL

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: BIOS484
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

His material is NOT based off of the textbook. His lecture slides consist only of pictures or 1 word terms. You basically have to be a scribe since his information is not in the textbook, this makes it impossible to study for exams which were ridiculously difficult. Yes, he is a funny and charismatic but I would NEVER recommend him.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: BIOS484
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

His material is NOT based off of the textbook. His lecture slides consist only of pictures & 1 word terms. You basically have to be a scribe since his information is not in the textbook, this makes it impossible to study for exams which were ridiculously difficult. Yes, he is a funny & charismatic but I would NEVER recommend him.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: PSCH505
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

The class isn't exactly exciting but Dave's stories make it much more entertaining.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: 485
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Best professor I've had at UIC. I wish he did all the lectures instead of having guest lecturers. I feel like every time I go to class I'm watching a Ted Talk.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: PSCH484
• 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: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Extremely interesting lecturer. He is so passionate about the topics, you can't help but want to go to class. His powerpoints are not good for studying and he doesn't use the book, so you definitely need to go to class and take notes

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: BIOS483
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Wirtshafter is an awesome professor. His slides tend to be only pictures, so I used to record his lectures and a week and a half before each exam I would listen to them. I've had him for BIOS 484 and BIOS 485. Would definitely pick him over other professors. Never used textbook. just listen to his lectures and study what he says. simple as that

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: BIOS286
• 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:

His teaching style held my interest in class. The downside was that I was unsure of what to focus on when studying for tests because his powerpoints largely consisted of pictures. I highly recommend reading the book for comprehension of material.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: BIOS485
• 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:

D.W. directed this course. I no longer believe in UIC's neuroscience major: 5th year senior. I felt that the lecturers tried to sell their research to me. I don't feel that past UIC classes prepped me for this 400-level studying. People I matured through the program with also are ticked. I wouldn't do it again. I need physics for the MCAT. A WASTE!

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: BIOS485
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Great professor, one of the best at UIC. He's super clear in his lectures and repeats important information constantly. If you take good notes, GO TO LECTURE, and study his powerpoints, you're guaranteed an A or B.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: BIOS484
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Very good professor. His lectures are interesting. The material is pretty difficult but he makes it easy. He was one of three professors for this class and he saved me on the final. I was failing the class before he came.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: NEUR485
• 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:

Everyone is totally right in saying he is the best professor at UIC! He is so passionate about Neuroscience it's inspiring. I've taken 2-3 classes with him and every one of those have been a blast! Definitely take a class with him if you can. You'll love the class because of him!

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: BIOS483
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

The BEST Professor I've ever had. I wish he taught all of my classes.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: PSYCH100
• 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:

smart, funny, passionate-- awesome prof!

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: BIOS485
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Hands down the best professor at UIC...No question about it...Nobody comes close to how good this guy is

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: NEUS485
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Amazingly brilliant!!

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: BIOS483
• 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:

Best class at UIC. He is a great prof. always willing to help. A lot of work, but the work is very interesting.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: BIOS484
• 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:

Great Prof!

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: PSCH484
• 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:

He didn't teach the whole class, but for the section he lectured, he was great! He has an excellent approach to teaching, and does it in such a way you just can't forget! He uses analogies and has a variety of funny jokes. The only qualm I may have would be his slides are not very helpful when you go back to review, but then,you should be in class!

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: PSCH100
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Wirtshafter is so much fun. I loved going to his lectures. He doesnt write much down for notes, so you kinda have to guess whats important or not. The paper and quizzes are pretty easy, but if you dont study for the tests, youre kinda screwed.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: PSYCH100
• 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:

great class, teaching is funny and engaging and prof is funny, personable, and extremely bright