Reviews of professor Karim Bardeesy

Rating: 3.0/5, difficulty: 1.0/5
The first day was awkward and confusing. Some times you are left feeling lost and confused at the convo. It can get pretty funny on how he teaches and walks around. But if you spend time in office hours you get a better understanding of the class. You can tell he makes an effort to get to know you and connect you with the right resources.

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 1.0/5
The course was such a breeze i didn't even notice it for most of the semester. I chose essay for final assessment which I felt wasn't marked that easy, but the other assessments were way easier. make sure you get 100s in the beginning so you don't have to worry about the essay that much. Didn't learn much but at least got a good mark.

Rating: 4.0/5, difficulty: 2.0/5
Bardeesy has been one of my fav professors at TMU. I would highly recommend taking SSH505 with him. Be prepared to participate in class (seriously), put in the effort and you'll do well. Assignments and evaluations were not hard but be ready to not get any of your marks back until the end of the semester...that was the only negative part.

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 1.0/5
Karim is an amazing Professor. Hes very accessible and genuinely cares about his students and that especially shows when you visit him during office hours. He provides great advice and support. Hes very knowledgeable in the topics he teaches as well.

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 3.0/5
Karim's class literally changed my life and how I view my career, life, and leadership. This class is so interesting and dynamic. Bad reviews are literally from people who expected they're gonna come into class and get a powerpoint and get the typical lecture with information to memorize etc. but it was a unique and interesting class.

Rating: 1.0/5, difficulty: 3.0/5
I transferred into this class and on the first day I was extremely confused. Went to ask prof for clarification for the pop quiz he gave (on the first day) and he ignored me. Goes off on tangents, super long pauses, overall a very awkward vibe to the class. Sometimes students make good points, and Bardeesy occasionally says something of value.

Rating: 3.0/5, difficulty: 3.0/5
This class is all about discussion regarding politics, policies and current news. I did not know my marks until after exams and the TAs gave no feedback on the assignments/quizzes. I felt lost until the end. Come to his office hours to make sure you get bonus marks. Attendance is not mandatory but to succeed in this class you need to be engaged.

Rating: 4.0/5, difficulty: 3.0/5
You are expected to go to office hours to get to know the professor more which helps with the assignments and grading. It isn't lecture heavy or slides heavy, and basic discussions every week on what we learn. Cool people come in and you have the opportunity to ask them questions. A chill class.

Rating: 4.0/5, difficulty: 3.0/5
Karim's class was super eye opening but show up to your tutorial. I found myself confused but my tutorials were helpful to clear up any confusion. Don't try to skip because each lecture is usually a new conversation with a chance to openly talk.