Fred Murphy - Memorial University of Newfoundland, St. John's, NL

Professor: Fred Murphy

Department: English

College: Memorial University of Newfoundland, St. John's, NL

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: ENG1090
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

This prof is very unique and different. Fred Murphy is the funniest prof I've had, made night classes enjoyable and not boring. A little weird way of grading as he does not give more than 80 or less than 60... notes are a little unorganized but he does enough for you to do okay. Hilarious guy overall. Very little work in this course.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: ENGL1090
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

The worst English prof I've ever had. Ruined the subject for me. Unclear instructions, spends lecture time rambling about everything and nothing. Doesn't use D2L and is unclear in his grading.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: ENGL1080
• Grade Received: C+
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Fred Murphy is a great fellow, but this prof is the most burnt out person I have ever met. his lectures don't seem to have any meaning and I find he just talks randomly. he showed up 30 mins late to our final exam smelling like liquor and cigarettes, and then pretty much falls asleep while we were writing. pretty epic of him to show up loaded tho

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: ENG1080
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Mr. Murphy was a funny prof who did not assign too much work. HIs grading criteria was not always clear, but you were able to revise essays and gave good feed back.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: ENG1110
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He's an okay guy, but lectures are all over the place and not really helpful. It's not that hard to get an 80 on papers, but he won't give higher or useful feedback/say why. If you want fair grading for good quality work, I wouldn't recommend him. Otherwise, if you want to pass with minimal effort and mediocre grades, he's probably a better fit.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: ENG1101
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Yes, he is very disorganized and scatterbrained which is frustrating for some. He's obviously passionate about what he is teaching. Most lectures are pretty much a rant from him about the types of writing you're doing. He's really nice and honest if you need to talk to him. He also lets you do revisions for better marks. Love him :)

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: ENG1080
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Fred Murphy is a real character, he's super funny and easy going. A little unorganized and difficult to reach outside of the classroom, but grades things fairly and gives feedback on what you need to change. I'd recommend!

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: ENG1080
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

IF YOU HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO TAKE ENGLISH 1080 WITH FMURPHY: DO IT. It is easier than any English I took in High School. He often lets you redo any essays and assignments if you're unhappy with the mark, and 5% of your final grade is just taking notes while in class. It can be boring but it will take a lot off your stress load :)

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: ENG1110
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Great prof! Do the work and you will definitely have an A!

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: ENG1110
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

I got a 80% final mark and I am Asian! Do the work and you will do great in his course! Go to class and listen. If you play with your phone in class and later complain that he is a bad prof then you are the worst!

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: ENG1110
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Fred Murphy's class was a struggle to get through. His lectures are very repetitive and don't generally have any specific topic or aim. No matter what you do, you will not get above an 80 in his courses. He's a tough marker but doesn't necessarily give you any ways that you could improve your writing. Wouldn't recommend.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: ENG1080
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Takes forever to give back essays and discussions. Some students recieve their grades days/weeks before others. Not a terrible marker but doesn't provide great feedback on how to improve

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: ENGL1101
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

I did this course through distance and I liked it, mainly because he marked very easily. I got 80-85 in my discussion summary and all essays. However, I emailed him a few times for clarification on a few things and he NEVER answered. He picked good novels to study, all were very interesting. Other than his lack of response, it was easy-going!

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: ENGL1110
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

What can you say about Fred. He is a different kind of professor. He loves to teach however his methods are different, in a not so we can follow what you are saying kind of way. Most of his classes I found him hard to follow, and I have ADD. He leaves topics hanging, but is willing to help you if you ask for it. Just be prepared to chat a bit.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: ENGL1080
• Grade Received: B-
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

I would not recommend this prof whatsoever! He is incredibly unorganized, very difficult to follow when he talks and does not provide any useful feedback to improve your writing. If you struggle with english and want to try to get a half decent mark, do not go with this prof.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: 1080
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Really funny and nice. Pretty burnt most of the time and unorganized.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: 1080
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Very unorganized. However, he does let you know exactly what is on the tests and the final, and exactly what he is looking for. If you can put up with his strange (really strange) behavior, he's an okay teacher.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: ENGLISH1110
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

If you're doing this class by distance, definitely do not take it with Fred Murphy. He never returns emails through D2L. He said only to contact him via D2L but I contacted him at his @mun.ca account and he still didn't answer. Only good thing is that he marked easy. I got an 80-85 on everything. Although he gives you know feedback on your work.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: ENG1110
• 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:

Dr. Murphy (does he even have a PhD?) is rude, unorganized and definitely a biased marker. He doesn't read your work, just slaps a grade on it. He will not listen to you or answer questions, he doesn't answer his email and gives no feedback. Avoid his class at ALL COSTS.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: 1110
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Knew him as a high school music substitute teacher before he was my English prof. Great guy, but he is a complete burnout. Didn't know what he was getting at half the time! Also doesn't grade as well if your opinions don't match his.