Jay Drydyk - Carleton University, Ottawa, ON

Professor: Jay Drydyk

Department: Philosophy

College: Carleton University, Ottawa, ON

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: PHIL1001
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He used Star Trek to explain philosophy before it was trendy. But a fickle grader

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: PHIL2103
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Super funny prof, plus he loves cats!

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: PHIL2103
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

really liked him. I highly recommend.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: PHIL2103
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Great class great prof. Highly recommend. 75% sure he's a communist though.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: PHIL2103
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

This class bored me to tears. The professor made a lot of borderline intolerant comments throughout the term. When it comes to actual work, the prof's marking seemed to be completely random (though that may be due to the different TA's). I hated every second of this class. AVOID AT ALL COSTS.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: PHIL1500
• 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:

Awesome teacher. Very understanding. Gives you many opportunities to boost your grade up. If you show up you're guaranteed to pass and learn something new.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: 1500B
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Awesome professor, the way he sets up his class projects are awesome. All of the smaller projects are supporting projects to the larger ones. His lectures are interesting and he is very understanding and overall a very skilled, professional and friendly professor

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: PHIL1000
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

I was in one of Prof. Drydyk's philosophy classes in my first year. An extremely clear and organized prof. He used detailed slides (which he posted on WebCT) and thoroughly explained every theory and assignment. I never felt confused in his class. He was a great first-year prof.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: PHIL1500
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

I think he's a wonderful guy and so long as you have an interest in Philosophy (from mild to high), you'll enjoy his courses and his teaching style. He's quite approachable and helpful, and he speaks very clearly. Also has great sense of humour, which is a plus. Definitely consider taking his class if you like Philosophy! :D

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: PHIL2103
• 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:

Very good Prof. Willing to offer guidance and advice on assignments. Uses blind marking but is willing to review grades if necessary. Interesting and challenging.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: PHIL1500
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Lectures could kind of drag sometimes, but I like that he always gave time for in class discussion and seemed genuinely interested in students' opinions. Readings were easy to keep up with and assignments increased in weight as the class went on to give time for improvement.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: PHIL1500
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He is a perfect example of how a professor can be both interesting and still teach you something new and complex. I hope I can take his class again, because he is by far...one my favorite professors ever!

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: PHIL2103
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Pretty easy class and prof, no mandatory final was a plus. Beware of biases though - if you're not left-wing, he'll pick on you.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: PHIL2103
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Great professor. Organized, approachable, interesting to listen to, enthusiastic about the subject matter.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: PHIL2103
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Definitely the best professor I've had to date. He pays attention to his students, even those of us who don't normally make it a point to talk to their professors.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: PHIL1001
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

This guy is awesome.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: PHIL2103
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

super nice guy, funny, fair, great prof, interesting lectures.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: PHIL2103
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

smart, fun, take his class if you can!

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: 32213
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Amazing prof. Cute too. Loves his job

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: 32213
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

top Carleton professor!!!