Franco Ricci - University of Ottawa, Ottawa, ON

Professor: Franco Ricci

Department: Languages

College: University of Ottawa, Ottawa, ON

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: ITA2113
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Very interesting and unique professor, his lectures are always exciting. Sometimes the content seemed a little arbitrary but if regularly attend class there is an overarching theme. Some of what he says seems a little unfounded and controversial so take it with a grain of salt, but pay close attention whenever he talks about the final project.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: ITA1113
• Grade Received: C
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: No
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Passionate and downtrodden to students, his 'film' taste is anti-feminist commie socialism. He claims Italia is a matriarchal society which doesn't come through. I went to his office hours thrice and he doesn't offer support, instead belittling you to do it yourself. I wouldn't recommend unless you're willing to cry for him in silence.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: ITA2114
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

In small setting classes, this professor will care about you- challenge you- and push u to think critically. You put in what you get out, I really real grow as a human. I think i still owe him a copy of one of my third year presentations. Great great teacher, I wasn't even majoring in his field of expertise, take his classes!!

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: ITA1103
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Toughest grader. Isn't clear with what he wants. Would strongly NOT recommend this teacher!

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: ITA1103
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Follow these steps and you will do well: 1) Swallow your pride and learn to take his criticism 2) Go to his office hours 3) Do what he says

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: ITA3912
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

I really enjoyed this class, looked forward to going. The professor was very enthusiastic and makes the course very easy and entertaining for you if you pay attention.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: ITA2113
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

He has a passion for teaching, but he is going through to much stress in his own life to be teaching.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: ITA1114
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

A prof I will never forget! He called me out and embarrassed me in front of entire class, and made me cry in his office hours. But once we saw eyetoeye I truly enjoyed him.He taught me the value of communicating with profs, and also meeting their expectations.Italian culture is important to him, and he tries to scare away those that dont respect it

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: ITA2113
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Great teacher, once you approach him respectfully and remain aware of deadlines, which are not extremely clear. I didn't touch the text book until it was time to write the take-home final and I managed an A in the class. He prefers to let you learn for yourself which is frustrating but like I said, easy A.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: ITA1114
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

wonderful prof. dynamic, inspiring. but tough. does not accept mediocrity. will push you to do your best

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: ITAFALL
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Best prof ever! So daring! I learned a lot! Learned to be autonomous in my work, which is priceless!

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: ITA1114
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Easily one of the worst professors at the University. He is an intelligent man, but not cut out for teaching. It seemed that any work I submitted was not good enough and deadlines and expectations were EXTREMELY unclear. Avoid, avoid, avoid.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: ITA2113
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

This prof will embarass you (and many other students) in class. If you go to his office hours (which it is mandatory to do so for project approval etc.) it will only get worse. He will swear at you and make you regret ever being interested in Italian culture.Avoid this class/prof at all costs.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: ITA1114
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

This class was one of my first at the university. It was certainly challenging, but meeting with the professor gave me the kick-in-the-pants that I needed. I learned a lot in the course and I found his teaching style engaging and fascinating. It is definitely not an easy course, but if you do eextra readings and make you can do well.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: ITA1114
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Avoid AT ALL COSTS. I was one of the luckier student whom he did not entirely loathe, but I still have NO respect for the man; incessant swearing and personal attacks to MOST students. He will actually ROAST you in his office. AVOID AVOID AVOID- I cannot repeat it enough!

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: ITA1110
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

This prof will make you cry in your seat. However, the movies are extremely good.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: ITA1113
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Don't take his Italian Cinema course if you're looking for an easy credit. Do take it if you have a genuine interest in Italian Cinema. He's jaded by first years that don't care and think they're in for an easy ride, but if you show him you're actually interested in his course, I guarantee it will be very rewarding for you.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: ITA1114
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

i like him.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: ITA1114
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

What a jerk!

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: ITA1114
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

If you have a sense of humour you will enjoy this class.