Robert Zeuschner - Pasadena City College

Professor: Robert Zeuschner

Department: Philosophy

College: Pasadena City College

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: PHIL1
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

There are four exams and a final which is double weighted. Drops one lowest exam score excluding the final. I got two D's and two B's on the exams, and a B on the final and still got a B in the class. He's a nice and kind man who gives his students a lot of chances to succeed. Study the notes, read the book, make flashcards and you'll pass.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: PHIL03
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

I believe his last name Zeus give us hint that his a god trap in human body! Hes an amazing man with so much knowledge its mind boggling. Im so thankful he added me even though his class was full. Secret to passing his class: listen to the main topics to each chapters and get the core idea and memorize them for essay parts & multiple choice.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: PHIL03
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

No lectures in this class. Je just kept talking and students need to take note from his talking.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: PHIL03
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Great professor! Would 100% recommend him and take him again. I thought his test were very easy, just either read the book or show up for class and take notes. He is so nice he even helped me with my transfer application! Great, kind and amazing human being! Also, beware of the impromptu guitar concert at the end:)

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: PHIL03
• 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:

exams are straight from lecture so take good notes. v grateful that he created a few outlines to help study! he's easy to reach via email and would even send out reminders. really went above and beyond for us :') such a kind, down to earth soul. take him! and if you happen to be a musician, you'll get along just fine!

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: PHIL03
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Prof. Zeuschner is one of the best professors I have ever had in PCC. He explains the material really well and his grading criteria is pretty straightforward as well. You will have to read the book and make good notes to get an A in the class. Overall, this class is something I truly recommend for everyone to take.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: PHIL03
• 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:

I did not find that the lectures were essential to earning a good grade. Reading the chapters at least twice and taking good notes on them helped the most. Overall, not a difficult class but you really have to study for the tests and he drops the lowest!

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: PHIL03
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

4 exams and drops lowest (the final replaces the grade of your lowest). You must read the book in order to get an A. His class is once a week 3 hours long so be sure to attend every one. He gives you hints and many times tells you what's going to be on the exam. Such a nice and caring man. Class is not an easy A but a very easy B.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: PHIL03
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He is an amazing lecturer, and an incredibly nice professor. The only thing was that it was really hard to get an A on his tests so I recommend reading the chapter twice for your best chance at an A. But no homework or anything and the multiple choice is not hard, only the free answer can be a little tricky.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: PHIL03
• 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:

I loved Dr. Zeuschner! He is definitely one of my favorite professors and has such a nice and intelligent personality! He tries to make his lectures easy and no too lengthy. Make sure you read and study for his tests! Going to class ensures a good grade on his exams.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: PHIL03
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

As long as you read and jot lecture notes you will be fine. Tests based completely off reading/lecture. No homework besides reading which is highly recommended. If you're not interested in the subject then that's your opinion, you chose the class, not the professor's fault. Straight forward test, easy class, easy A,

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: PHILO003
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Prof. Zeuschner's lecture is kind of boring but as long as you read the book and know the main ideas in the book, you will be able to manage his class. My class in on Friday, three hours, pretty long and hard to stay focus. He know the stuff but his lecture is not interesting.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: RELGS2
• 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 took Zeuschner for Philo 3 & then Relgs 2 because he's a great professor. You need to read, take notes, ask questions, and go to class. The work you put into the course will be reflected on your grade. He's approachable & wants everyone to do well. No assignments. Ask him to play his guitar and he probably will. Great experience.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: REL02
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Content is explained very confusingly. The test is also asked in a very confusing matter.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: PHIL03
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Wonderful professor! Everything is Crystal clear in this course. Although long lecture, but the textbook he uses is in Simple English and categorized so its easy to understand the ethical theories. The chapters themselves are short. Only 4 Exams and a Final. Textbook Reading and attendance are essential to passing. Overall, Very Recommended!

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: RELG2
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Zeuschner is very nice and approachable. Although this was an 3 hr class but I always felt like the class went by too fast. The materials he covered were all very interesting. His tests are not difficult. Like he said, he really want you to pass. Take notes during lectures and read the study guides and you get an A.

Rating # 17

Overview:

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

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

Comment:

I believe this professor only does 3 hr classes, and that is why it is important you go to class to hear the lecture and understand the reading. He can be entertaining, and honestly wants discussion in the class, but most people shy away. READ THE TEXTBOOK. No assignments, just a few tests. Study, ask if you don't understand, & you should be good.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: PHILOSOPHY3
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

In this class taking notes is a MUST. His test are not that tough but YOU NEED TO READ AND STUDY. He is funny at times which makes long lectures interesting. There isn't any room for discussion which I would have liked. Other then that he is great professor and class is also very awesome

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: RELGS2
• 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:

I was so excited to take Zeuschner because of all the good ratings. I was disappointed. He's very helpful, knowledgeable, and nice. But, he is more like a storyteller - a very good one - rather than someone who can initiate discussions. Also, sometimes I feel like he's just preparing you to take his tests and get A's.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: RELGS2
• Grade Received: WD
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Took this class in 06' I still remember this professor. I came here because I was asked "Who was my favorite teacher's last name?" for a password. Zeuschner came up.