Reviews of professor Jonathan Phan

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 3.0/5
I really enjoyed this class. Participation matters and is recorded through iclicker. 3 exams based on scenarios. He does add extra credit question on exams and curves based on results. He does talk really fast and doesn't allow electronics during lecture. If you actually try you can definitely pass with a C. His other class assignments are doable.

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 4.0/5
Phan was an amazing teacher!! His lectures are really interesting and his class is really great to be apart of. He's very knowledgeable and really cares about his students. He does not allow technology at all in his class so if you rely on your computer/iPad for notes, he might not be the best option.

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 4.0/5
Hands down one of the best profs at CSULB. He gives the most thorough syllabus a professor I've taken has ever given, his lectures are very engaging and I genuinely LEARNED not only about the course material but I learned a lot of interpersonal life skills. We need more professors like Prof Phan. I applied myself and I genuinely enjoyed the class.

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 3.0/5
I really enjoyed this class and matched well with the Professor's teaching method. His teaching method may not match everyone, sometimes he won't answer questions when he is trying to focus on teaching. If you attend class consistently, you will learn the content for the exam. I never had to read the textbook. I highly recommend this professor.

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 4.0/5
I LOVE THIS PROFESSOR. He seems like a hardass at the beginning because he doesn't allow technology, but he explains his reasoning behind every action. Classes were so fun and engaging. Tests were difficult because it was applied questions rather than definitions but if you study it'll be okay. Loved the PIP assignment too. If you're HR take him!

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 4.0/5
Took him Spring 22. His class might be intimidating based on how he explains grading but show up to class & put in the work & you will pass. He cares about you taking away something that will help you personally/career wise( jobs don't ask for grades, they care about what you know/can do). This course is not an easy A, but it's achievable.

Rating: 3.0/5, difficulty: 5.0/5
No electronics allowed. All lectures mandatory except one. iclicker needed. Extremely fast paced lectures. There is a lot of material. The material itself isn't hard, but it is a lot to take in with the way he teaches. I wouldn't take him again and I am usually a good student but I struggle with this class due to the pressure of it.

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 4.0/5
This class is difficult for those that are not willing to put in the work. The exams are tough and require studying however, I felt this course has been one of the few that are useful in life. There is no homework for this class other than a project due towards the end of the semester.