Psych 300
Introductory Psychological Statistics
Descriptive statistics including correlation and regression. Inferential statistics including nonparametric and parametric tests of significance through two-way analysis of variance. Course emphasizes underlying logic and is not primarily mathematical, though knowledge of elementary algebra is essential. Psych 300 is required of all P&BS majors. PREREQ: Psych 100B.
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2 or less hrs/week
super chill easy A never went to class never read textbook only ended with an A- bc I forgot to do some of the work but literally skated by in this class. Plus Cohen-Shikora is like the nicest ever!
12/2/2024
His class is a little bit slow, which is perfect for statistics beginners but might be a bit boring if you have statistics background already. Not a lot of homework, and they are quick to finish too. The exams are pretty straightforward and similar to the examples he goes through in class.
10/24/2024
Dr. Nestojko was so fun in class and always available for questions. I had issues during the semester, but he was always willing to assist me in whatever way he could. I will say that the exams do impact your grade quite a bit. I did struggle in the class but not because of Dr. Nestojko and I would definitely take one of his classes again.
6/13/2024
2-4 hrs/week
live laugh nestojko. that man is fine idc 😁. oh and the class was pretty good too.🤣 content is so easy. u do not need that textbook. go to class and he will overexplain so much u could get up and take over for him. or don’t go and watch online on 2x speed. either way, u will do just fine 😭
5/23/2024
2 or less hrs/week
Heavy on the dad jokes which is nice but there are a lot of small assignments (if you don't forget to do them and stay organized, they give a nice boost to your grade). Went to almost every lecture and studied for < 4 hrs the night before every exam. Ended the class with a 98.
5/23/2024
2 or less hrs/week
Pretty easy, don’t really need to do any work except for study for the exams, which are pretty easy.
5/22/2024
2 or less hrs/week
never read the textbook and never went to class. got a 95
5/21/2024
2-4 hrs/week
exams not hard, easy to do well with all the weekly quizzes and minor assignments. as long as you try and go to class very manageable
5/21/2024
8-10 hrs/week
Professor Nestojko is the worst. this class was awful.
5/21/2024
4-6 hrs/week
Three major tests but no final exam. Lots of mini assignments around twice a week but really easy to do well. Nice professor. Classes are recorded and materials are well organized on canvas
5/20/2024
Nestojko gave me weird vibes. Sometimes he was extremely nice and caring, other times he came off as insanely passive-aggressive. The class itself was pretty easy, even if you have no stats background. Very lecture-heavy and can get boring. Lots of mini-HW assignments throughout the week, but they help prepare you for exams.
1/15/2024
Prof Cohen-Shikora was great in psych stats. A good AN class for non math people. Lectures are easy to follow, recorded, and slides posted. Lots of little assignments and quizzes that are easy 100s if done on time, can be easy to forget. Prof wants students to succeed and is available outside of class. Would recommend.
12/27/2023
Easy lectures, 2x speed voice, & sweet BUT don\'t get him "mildy irritated". Records lectures, attendance is counted randomly with polls. So... not many people showed up to class recently and he got upset about it. He moved an assignment originally due in the weekend to the same day and did not upload the recorded lecture on purpose because of this.
11/3/2023
Lectures can be a little dry but that has more to do with the content and less to do with the professor (you can only make psych stats so interesting). Nestojko does a wonderful job at explaining concepts clearly in a manner that is very easy to understand. Would recommend for anyone looking for an easy statistics or NSM credit class.
9/28/2023
Easy A. I stopped going to lectures after a while, and studied the slides that she posted. Great teacher based on the lectures I did attend. Four tests overall, and they are pretty straightforward.
5/21/2023
Best professor I've had at WashU; he is engaging, funny, caring, and an excellent teacher. There is a nice balance of lectures, reading, and assignments in Psych300
4/24/2023
Excellent professor! Lectures are clear and engaging, and she somehow manages to make stats a bit fun. Pace is very slow at first (spends 2 weeks explaining means), but speeds up by the end. Don't bother with reading textbook - just take notes and do assignments, and she makes it quite easy to get an A! Exams are easy as long as you study.
12/28/2022
Dr. Nestojko has probably been my favorite professor at WashU so far. He is a dynamic, funny, caring lecturer who can make a class as dull as stats a good time. Not only this, but Dr. Nestojko makes his expectations clear at the beginning and is always willing to be a resource to help you succeed.
12/1/2022