Jean-Roch Laurence - Concordia University, Montreal, QC

Professor: Jean-Roch Laurence

Department: Psychology

College: Concordia University, Montreal, QC

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: PSYC444
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Great Professor! You will have to study but if you do your work you can do very well! He is incredibly interesting and i loved the lectures.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: PSYC444
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

2 exams plus one 8 page paper. The class was exceptionally well constructed and just flows really well. Which is a very good thing because the final is cumulative. But really this prof almost makes it easy! Probably the best I have ever had at Concordia. Clear explanations, and tells you what's going to be on the tests. Go to class though!

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: PSYC444
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Love him. He's super sweet and funny. He has a bit of monotone voice which can make it easy to drift off but if you focus and pay attention it'll be worth it.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: PSYC444
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Laurence is a really great professor, and his really knowledgeable in the field of hypnosis. His class was one of the most interesting classes I've taken at Concordia. His exams are a little tricky, and specific. There's a lot of material covered, and the final exam is cumulative.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: PSYC444
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Great teacher, very knowledgeable and enthused. Exams are somewhat hard, and many readings, however totally worth it!

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: PSYC342
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Great teacher! Super interesting subject Format included a paper( alone or in group), midterm and final MC are tricky and very specific so need to read the book Take him if possible!

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: PSYC444
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

One of my favourite profs I've had so far; not ashamed to say that I have a crush on his brain. No textbook but a lot of required papers to read. Really fascinating material, with some interesting personal experience stories thrown in. Fair grader, though the exams aren't easy. Wouldn't recommend missing class, since there is a lack of textbook.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: 444
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

The course is great, it is handcrafted by the professor himself and is very empirically based and realist. No textbook but tons of material and studies to read but it reduces the second half of the semester. He talks in a slow conscience manner, great for recording, A few tricky questions but very fair exams, midterm is the hardest.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: PSYC318
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He is a wonderful professor and very enthused teacher.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: PSYC444
• 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:

Great teacher with a charming personality. Interesting lectures which are spiced with good humour and extra materials from real life examples. He knows the material and makes it crystal clear for you. Very organized and if you attend his lectures, you will do great. Workload is very reasonable. I learned a lot and it was a pleasure!!!

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: PSYC342
• 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:

Most interesting class I've ever taken. Brilliant professor, exciting lectures. The midterm and final were not quite as fun however, be warned that his exams are tough and tricky. Every bit of material is up for grabs, and he manages to question you on all of it. Worth it if you are interested.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: PSYC342
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Loved this class! He's very interesting and knows his stuff inside out. Classes were worth going to and the midterm was based off lectures. It's so interesting that studying is fun.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: PSYC342
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

I loved this class. NOT FOR THOSE WITH WEAK STOMACHS THOUGH. He shows pretty twisted pictures and I couldnt sleep after finishing my final paper. If you're really okay with this kind of thing then i recommend this class, he's great, knows what he's talking about and very friendly.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: PSYC342
• 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 interesting class. He is a fantastic lecturer with so much knowledge. Plus he is great at communicating what he knows. He talks a little quietly though, so try to sit near the front.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: PSYC444
• 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:

Awesome teacher!! Very interesting and brilliant man. Makes you feel comfortable with the materiel, he knows what he is talking about. He's quite an insperation to want to succeed. Take his classes, you wont regret it!!

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: PSYC328
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

I made a typo on my entry (2009-09-14); I meant to select 4/5 for easiness, rather than 2/5! Wonderful professor that every psychology student should be lucky enough to have at least once during their undergrad!

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: PSYC328
• 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:

Fantastic professor! He gives you both lecture & textbook notes, and most the exam material is covered in class. Lectures are very interesting with many real-life examples. The exam questions weren't tough as long as you know your stuff. Excellent in terms of disability accommodations. No wonder his courses are always overbooked!

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: PSYC328
• 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:

LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE him!!! such a good teacher!! too bad not all teachers could be like him!! wow...but dont underestimate him..exmas are tough but if u go to class and stufy u'll do fine!

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: PSYC330
• 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:

AMAZING TEACHER!!! Ive never learned so much in a psychology class.. Its so interesting! Dr. Laurence is so intelligent and knowledgeable!! He has great stories that he shares with the class. Midterm was good.. but you have to study for it. There is no book..Attending class is very beneficial! Best psych class taken at concordia!! Hypnosis rocks!

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: PSYC328
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Forensics class is AMAZING. No wonder there are so many students who want to take this class! Also, no wonder that Dr. Laurence is Chair of the department. He returns your exam in a matter of days. He has a lot of experience in the field. He is very approachable and on top of his game! LOVE HIM! Made the final harder to compensate for easy midterm.