AI Rate Professor

Computer Science

Kenny Lou

CIS170L · CIS213F · 101213F70AB · CIS170A · 11 lifetime ratings

AI rating
67/100
RMP rating
3.5/5
Take again
71.43%
Difficulty
3.0

The decision

if you are comfortable learning independently and using outside resources when course materials are thin.

Best fit · Self Taught ProSelf-study heavyClear directionsHelpful when contactedMixed online responsivenessFair grading
  • Students describe many classes as independent and .
  • Grades can be very manageable if students follow directions and .
  • Online reviews raise concerns about slow contact, incorrect materials, and difficult tests.

Key questions

Four answers before you build your schedule.

Is this an easy A?

EasyA

78/100

Several students earned A grades and say doing the work and following directions is enough, though .

, while online evidence is less reliable because tests and materials are harder.

Is the course easy?

Standard

58/100

The content is not usually described as hard, but cybersecurity and , and outside resources.

, while online reviews report more difficulty with tests and pacing.

Is attendance flexible?

Varies

60/100

Reviews do not show a , but success depends on keeping up with , and online lectures.

Online evidence emphasizes lectures and materials, while and following directions.

Is this professor recommended?

WorthIt

68/100

, but others are disappointed by limited hands-on instruction and online communication issues.

, while online reviews are more mixed and cite contact problems.

Course guide

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Grading

Lenient

72/100

Grades appear fair and attainable when students complete the work and follow directions.

Format shift

, while online reviews show more testing difficulty.

Workload

Moderate

58/100

The workload is mostly readings, labs, and .

Format shift

Online work feels heavier because materials and .

Teaching experience

Average

62/100

He is often nice and helpful, but many students say the class relies heavily on self-teaching.

Format shift

In-person reviews are generally warmer, while online reviews criticize responsiveness and course materials.

Assessment method

Balanced

52/100

Reviews mention labs, readings, tests, and online lectures, suggesting a mix of assignments and exams.

Format shift

Online reviews mention difficult tests more often, while and independent work.

Luni fit check

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Course format

Compare the in-person and online experience.

Classroom format

In person

7 reviews

Medium confidence · Best fit for Self Taught Pro

as helpful, fair, and clear, though still hands-off in some courses.

Main concern

Some students want more direct teaching instead of independent labs and reading.

What students said

“His classes aren't hard, just a lot of self-study, so if you prefer hands-off studying like I do, he's the perfect teacher!”
CIS170L
“90% of the time we actually just learned on our own.”
CIS170L

Remote format

Online

4 reviews

Medium confidence · Best fit for Self Taught Pro

Online reviews are mixed, with students noting difficult tests, uneven materials, and delayed communication despite some positive comments.

Main concern

Online students and slower replies on their own.

What students said

“Difficult to get in contact with”
CIS170A
“The , and the .”
CIS170A

Exam style

Know what to expect from exams and major assignments.

Reviews mention tests as difficult but do not clearly prove open-book rules, .

Difficult tests mentionedNo clear proctoring evidenceLabs and readings

Assessment risk

Standard

45/100

Low score means less forgiving assessment conditions.

In person

policy and focus more on labs, readings, and directions.

LabsReadings
“Make sure to read and do the labs. Follow directions.”
CIS213F

Online

Online reviews mention fairly difficult tests, but do not clearly prove proctoring, .

Difficult tests
“The , and the .”
CIS170A

Student evidence

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Top student voice

“His classes aren't hard, just a lot of self-study, so if you prefer hands-off studying like I do, he's the perfect teacher!”

Voice snapshots generated from 11 reviews, highlighting key themes in independence, support, and online reliability. Credibility rating: Medium.

🎯 Teaching Quality

62/100

“90% of the time we actually just learned on our own.”

👍 Recommendation Level

68/100

“Just do the work and you'll get an A”

💻 Online Experience

45/100

“The , and the .”

Theme 1

👨‍🏫 About Teaching Style

  • This class is mostly independent work that you do on your own.
  • He takes your learning serious and will work to make sure you understand.
  • Prof. Lou is a great instructor.

Theme 2

📈 About Difficulty & Grades

  • Just do the work and you'll get an A
  • As long as you're active with the material and listen to his online lectures, you'll manage to perform fairly well.
  • The class material is comprehensive at times, the pace can unexpectedly speed up.

Theme 3

📬 About Support

  • Difficult to get in contact with
  • while.
  • Very flexible and fair. Communicate with him and you wont fail.

Data context

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Analysis sample

11

Recent reviews read by the AI

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Lifetime ratings

70/100

Evidence confidence

Eleven reviews provide useful but uneven evidence across a long time span, with mixed course formats and some older comments.

Inside 11 stored ratings

Quality ratings

5 out of 54
4 out of 52
3 out of 52
2 out of 52
1 out of 51

Course coverage

CIS170A4 reviews
CIS170L3 reviews
CIS213F3 reviews
101213F70AB1 review

Reported outcomes

A range results lead the reported letter grades.

8 reported outcomes

A range

5

A+ 1 · A 4

B range

1

B 1

C range

1

C+ 1

D range

0

No reported values

F

0

No reported values

No letter grade reported

1

Not sure yet 1