Gordon Lucke - University of Ottawa, Ottawa, ON

Professor: Gordon Lucke

Department: Communication

College: University of Ottawa, Ottawa, ON

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: CMN3155
• Grade Received: C
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Really cool guy, interesting lectures. Very difficult class, project was the hardest I've ever done so far. Would avoid if you have never taken quantitative/qualitative methods, or don't care for politics.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: CMN3155
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

By far one of my favourite comms classes, different interesting material. There was a midterm, group project and final all graded fairly. I found the second half of the course kind of dry because it was just a history section. However, he is very knowledgeable about public opinion research. Enjoyed this course!

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: CMN3155
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Used to hate the class but it grew on me. Show up or you won't pass, he makes a clear point of that since he doesn't use slides. Learned a lot though. If you like politics you will enjoy it! Tests are hard, projects are time consuming but all in all it will help you in a professional sense one day. Highly recommend and would take again! :)

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: CMN3155
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

One of my favourite professors. Has a gift for taking theory and making it applicable to the real-world. Highly recommend him if you are seeking a professional communications perspective. He is also a highly engaging lecturer. Only downside is the massive group project and that the test and exam are very tough. Overall, great prof.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: CMN4155
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Terrible. This course is so content heavy. All exams are cumulative. He is a tough marker. You need to say EXACTLY what he wants to get a good grade. He will say something is not on the exam but SURPRISE it is.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: CMN3155
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

First half of the class wasn't bad and the midterm was okay (although he set it out to be much easier than it was). The group project was extremely long and he added over half of the project expectations less than 1 week before it was due. He can be come off as rude when answering questions. Wouldn't recommend- lazy prof.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: CMN3155
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Such a great class and professor! Everyone is complaining because you actually have to work for your grade - how university should be. He gave clear midterm and assignment instructions, I guess people are used to having their hand held in other courses. I learnt so much, it was such useful material and he is so knowledgeable. Best class, best prof.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: CMN3155
• 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:

He's knowledgeable, but conveys material it in a very dry, non-understandable way. Without any prior knowledge in the politicalresearch world you will be at a loss because he speaks of the material as if everyone has the knowledge already. The exams are very difficult and all short answer -- if the course was better organized it would be enjoyable

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: CMN3155
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

The first half of the semester is somewhat organized but the second half is all over the place. Exams consist of 1-2 multiple choice questions and the rest is short answer questions. If you love politics, you might do well! Listen to his lectures and take notes! For the exams, study your notes and the deck (don't buy the course pack).

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: CMN3155
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Best professor I have ever had at the University of Ottawa. Keep in mind this man is NOT an academic that lives in the world of theory and unicorns. He's experienced and extremely knowledgeable, he understands the ins and outs of both the private and public sector communications jobs. If you want to get your money's worth, take Gordon Lucke.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: CMN4128
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

So much work! He is funny and full of real world knowledge. Assignments are very difficult to complete due to the vagueness of the case studies given. Learned so much from him. Such an easy going intelligent man! Highly recommendable.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: CMN4105
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

He made the students do too much leg work for his grading (yes, you grade each other). He's pretty arrogant, and he makes it clear your opinions mean little to him. The class is ridiculously heavy. There isn't anything you can learn in this class that you can't learn off the internet. Really disappointed, especially with the amount of group work.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: CMN4128
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

You'll never do so much work for one class in your CMN undergrad career but it's worth it. Class almost becomes your second social life/community. You'll understand what I mean when it ends. He's a great guy though. I'm straight and I'll admit I see why he has the chili pepper. Good lookin guy

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: CMN4128
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Definitely one of the BEST classes I've taken in my four years. Awesome way of teaching, you will learn A LOT. Highly recommend this course!

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: CMN3155
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

The possession of vast knowledge on politics, economy and social matters, I never seen among professors till now. Regardless of your personal taste, go to the class, you will get something important each time. You learn a lot through this course; your tuition is double back in your brain.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: CMN1010
• 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:

Great professor !! really one of the best at ottawa u in terms of getting people to show up without attendance marks and truly holding class attention.. not an easy grader so don't take this class if you want a bird course.. if you like politics and are willing to pay attention it is a great class.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: CMN1111
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

One of the best professors i have had. Doesn't post slides but forces students to actually come to class and listen. really good at holding the attention of the class. Nice guy.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: CMN3155
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

He's ridiculous. He's so arrogant that you'd think he was a PHD, but isn't, like someone mentioned earlier. REFUSES to let students discuss their issues with him regarding changing their grades. If he was to remark something, promised he'd give us a lower mark. First portion of class was amazing, second, ALL OVER THE PLACE. SO DISORGANIZED.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: CMN3155
• 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:

Definitely one of my favorite classes ever at Ottawa U! Taught by such an awesome teacher! The subject is very interesting and differs from a lot of the other communication classes offered.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: CMN3155
• 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:

amazing prof. he's tough, but fair. go to class and take good notes and you'll leave with a really great mark. he made class enjoyable and his lectures are very comprehendible. would without a doubt take another one of his classes.