AI Rate Professor

Physics

Mark Kerfoot

PHYSICS2B · PHYS1A · PHYS2B · PHYSICS4B · PHYSICS4A · PHYSICS2A · 43 lifetime ratings

AI rating
100/100
RMP rating
4.7/5
Take again
94.87%
Difficulty
3.2

The decision

if you want a demanding physics class that , and unusually well taught.

Best fit · Effort For RewardOutstanding LecturerCaring and AccessibleFair ExamsHomework MattersAttendance Matters
  • Students consistently describe Kerfoot as one of the .
  • Physics remains challenging, but , and office help make it manageable.
  • Grades are usually fair because exams match lectures, practice, and .

Key questions

Four answers before you build your schedule.

Is this an easy A?

EasyA

82/100

An A is very realistic for , and study practice problems, but it is not a free A.

The Easy A evidence is stronger in person, while online reviews are positive except for .

Is the course easy?

Standard

55/100

Physics is still conceptually hard and math-heavy, but Kerfoot makes it much easier to understand.

Both formats say he simplifies difficult material, with .

Is attendance flexible?

Mandatory

25/100

Attendance is often treated as crucial or graded, and missing .

In-person reviews clearly stress attendance, while online reviews .

Is this professor recommended?

MustTake

96/100

Students overwhelmingly recommend him because , and unusually effective at teaching physics.

Both formats are highly positive, with and most consistent recommendation pattern.

Course guide

See how this professor fits your week.

Grading

Lenient

78/100

as fair, with , and exams that match class material.

Format shift

, while online grading evidence is positive but thinner.

Workload

Moderate

55/100

Homework and labs require steady effort, but many students say and helps them prepare.

Format shift

Both formats mention homework, but as necessary practice rather than overload.

Teaching experience

Excellent

98/100

Students , and willingness to help until concepts make sense.

Format shift

Teaching praise is extremely strong in both formats, with .

Assessment method

Balanced

62/100

, and in-class problems, with exams carrying major weight in some courses.

Format shift

, quizzes, and homework than online reviews.

Luni fit check

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Course format

Compare the in-person and online experience.

Classroom format

In person

37 reviews

High confidence · Best fit for Effort For Reward

, useful examples, and support outside class.

Main concern

Students need to attend class and keep up with homework because lectures are central.

What students said

“ ”
PHYSICS4A
“Lectures so attending lectures is crucial.”
PHYSICS4A

Remote format

Online

6 reviews

Medium confidence · Best fit for Effort For Reward

Online reviews are mostly excellent, with clear lectures and supportive teaching, but .

Main concern

One online review reports harsher exams after cheating concerns.

What students said

“ and notes was allowed.”
PHYSICS2A
“ because students were cheating. really screwed the honest students. avoid”
PHYSICS2A

Exam style

Know what to expect from exams and major assignments.

Exams are usually fair and student-friendly because notes or cheat sheets are often allowed and problems resemble lecture or practice work.

Notes AllowedCheat Sheet AllowedPractice-Based ExamsFair Exams

Assessment risk

StudentFriendly

84/100

Low score means less forgiving assessment conditions.

In person

sheets, partial credit, and questions similar to lecture or practice work.

Cheat Sheet AllowedPartial CreditSimilar To Lecture ProblemsFair Exams
“ and front cheat sheet.”
PHYSICS2A
“ ”
PHYSICS4A

Online

Online reviews explicitly mention notes being allowed, but .

Notes AllowedSimple ExamsHarder After Cheating Concerns
“ and notes was allowed.”
PHYSICS2A
“ because students were cheating.”
PHYSICS2A

Student evidence

See what students actually said.

Top student voice

“Dr. Kerfoot is one of, if not, the .”

Voice snapshots generated from 43 reviews, highlighting key themes in teaching and grading. Credibility rating: High.

🎯 Teaching Quality

98/100

“He has his pedagogy nailed down and I don't see how he could improve it.”

👍 Recommendation Rate

96/100

“ .”

⚖️

78/100

“ , remember physics is supposed to challenge you and you'll do great.”

Theme 1

👨‍🏫 About Teaching Style

  • , and overall a great lecturer.
  • A really good professor who makes physics way easier and understandable.

Theme 2

📈 About Difficulty & Grades

  • The .
  • so hard.
  • Not an easy class but if you put in the work and reach out, you'll be fine!!

Theme 3

❤️ About Support

  • He's always willing to help.
  • He will make sure you understand the material.
  • and caring.

Data context

See exactly what the AI read.

Analysis sample

43

Recent reviews read by the AI

43

Lifetime ratings

94/100

Evidence confidence

Credibility is high because 43 reviews span many years, include detailed comments, and are very consistent overall.

Inside 43 stored ratings

Quality ratings

5 out of 537
4 out of 52
3 out of 52
2 out of 51
1 out of 51

Course coverage

PHYSICS2A23 reviews
PHYS2B8 reviews
PHYSICS2B4 reviews
PHYSICS4A4 reviews
PHYSICS4B2 reviews
Show 2 more courses
410581 review
PHYS1A1 review

Reported outcomes

A range results lead the reported letter grades.

37 reported outcomes

A range

24

A+ 8 · A 16

B range

8

B+ 2 · B 6

C range

2

C 1 · C- 1

D range

0

No reported values

F

0

No reported values

No letter grade reported

3

Drop/Withdrawal 1 · Incomplete 1 · Not sure yet 1