Reviews of professor John Park

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 2.0/5
2 point quizzes every class for attendance/reading checks. Most were T/FThe rest of the class was a power point that explained the reading in depth. Test's were not cumulative. 3 tests + a short interview exam were 85% of the grade.

The prof. was always willing to work with students when they had questions. I would take him again.

Rating: 2.0/5, difficulty: 4.0/5
The in-person lectures were confusing and it really seemed like he was learning what he was teaching for the first time. Slides are not available on canvas which is fine, they wouldn't have been helpful anyways. Online lectures were okay. Overall, I would not recommend unless you're ready to teach yourself and waste an hour of your time.

Rating: 1.0/5, difficulty: 5.0/5
Very sophisticated and so unempathetic. When taking his course, don't have or plan to have anything bad going in your life (not even mental health). Make sure you understand old english well and don't have any other classes or a life. Make no room for mistakes or accidents. Overall one of the worst professors I've had here and wouldn't take again.

Rating: 1.0/5, difficulty: 5.0/5
DO NOT TAKE! He responds to your emails with a simple, 'reread the instructions' when you ask for clarity. I have received A's in all my classes before him; I barely held on to a B. His lectures are posted on Youtube and outdated. If you are taking this class for a requirement for Art or Humanities I HIGHLY suggest you find another class.

Rating: 2.0/5, difficulty: 4.0/5
There were two interview exams for the mid term and final. This was extremely difficult as he wants you to come prepared but won't tell you what is going to be on the exam, not even what questions he'll ask. The lectures were pre-recorded and not super long. Occasional readings that are provided. Weekly discussion posts that are participation based

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 5.0/5
I felt that Professor Park was excellent when it came to teaching style and in his ability to convey materials. His lectures were interesting and thought provoking. I enjoyed the analogies he used to try to help us understand the point being made. Take good notes during lectures and read the readings and you'll have no problems passing the class

Rating: 1.0/5, difficulty: 5.0/5
His quizzes are easy as long as you read his material. His lectures are confusing since he puts himself in old philosophers shoes.

Rating: 1.0/5, difficulty: 5.0/5
Worst professor I have ever taken. Not helpful in anyway. His lectures and videos are so outdated and difficult. Don't take him, you will feel like you're drowning in his class. Discussions and papers are a big chunk of your grade. Just avoid this class, it was a terrible experience.