Reviews of professor Nader Sayadi

Rating: 4.0/5, difficulty: 2.0/5
The two small essays a week (1-2 page long) are not bad and just require you to read the textbook pages moderately (completion based really). I talked for about half the classes and went to his office hours and got an 80 for particpation (so if you want a 100, then talk everyday and make sure he knows your name. Also, arrive to class ON TIME.

Rating: 2.0/5, difficulty: 2.0/5
I spoke for a few lectures and earned a 50 for my participation grade. Its pretty easy to get an A, but make sure you keep up with assignments. 2 midterms no final. 2 weekly 1-2 page papers. The material isn't difficult, but somewhat time consuming.

Rating: 3.0/5, difficulty: 2.0/5
Just show up to lectures (attendance is graded) and pay attention when the compare-contrast slides come up (this is what your exams consist of). HW consists of 2 1-page essays (minimum) per week which is pretty easy. Nader himself is nice enough and genuinely wants you to learn although he does tend to say "um" a lot but that's the only downside.