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Michael Binder ARCH463 Expecting an A- Anonymous 05/10/2024	Professor Michael Binder stands out as one of the most challenging figures in my academic journey thus far. His demeanor exudes a disinterest in teaching, which is glaringly apparent in his tendency to veer off course during lectures. Rather than focusing on architectural concepts, he often digresses into topics of questionable relevance, such as ill-conceived political satire or his personal endeavors like his failed solar decathlon projects. In addition to his lackluster teaching style, Professor Binder's approach to course materials leaves much to be desired. Instead of providing comprehensive slides, he leaves significant gaps for students to fill in themselves. While this could be an opportunity for active engagement, it often results in confusion as his tangents blur the line between essential course content and irrelevant musings. The uncertainty of what will be tested further exacerbates the frustration of deciphering his lectures. Furthermore, the difficulty of assignments in Professor Binder's class is notorious among students. Clear instructions are a rarity, and even when assignments are completed and submitted, the learning outcomes feel negligible. It's disheartening to invest time and effort into coursework only to come away feeling as though little knowledge has been gained. Considering the challenges posed by Professor Binder's teaching methods, it's perplexing how he attained his position in the first place. His departure from the architecture school seems overdue, as his teaching style detracts from the educational experience rather than enhancing it. A reevaluation of his qualifications and teaching approach is warranted to ensure the quality of education for future students.
Michael Binder ARCH463 Expecting a W Anonymous 04/09/2024	Honestly I didn't mind Binder, I will say though his lectures are pretty dull and un-engaging (he tries to give you fill in the blanks for the PP slides but that doesn't really do anything but make missing class ever super inconvenient). I thought the topics and concept he talked about were actually pretty interesting, but most are very niche so I doubt that was the general consensus. The biggest thing i'll say is this is not an easy class by any means, there are only 4 exams and 4 homework assignments and attendance/participation is not included in the final grade. If you have enough time to study the exams aren't THAT bad - all the info is in the slides, the homeworks however, those take entire nights or multiple days to complete (if you don't like to be stressed). Biggest recommendation is do not take this if you are also taking 400 in the same sem.