John Currie - University of Ottawa, Ottawa, ON

Professor: John Currie

Department: Law

College: University of Ottawa, Ottawa, ON

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: CML1207
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Breaks down the law of torts for 1Ls in an amazing way constantly relating back to real life experiences. Very accessible after class and during office hours to discuss at length any issues or doubts. I'm actually scrolling for subjects just to take with him again. Tough grader, but great with feedback so you learn a lot even with mistakes.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: INTL3231
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He is very straightforward and can sometimes be dry but he knows the material inside out. Useful course if you want to do International law

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: CML1207
• 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:

AMAZING PROFESSOR. GENUINELY LOVES TO TEACH AND WANTS ALL OF HIS STUDENTS TO EXCEL IN THE CLASS. BRILLIANT- you will be in awe until the last day of class. Beware, he is a very tough professor (especially when it comes to exams) but he teaches you everything you need to know and is always available to help.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: INT1105
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

There is no question Currie is an intelligent human being. In fact, he's probably a genius. However, this doesn't mean he's an effective or engaging teacher. I strongly discourage people from taking this course - he's a tough marker and it will affect your average. He's also incredibly dull as a lecturer.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: TORT2010
• 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:

Outstanding Professor in Torts. Excellent structure of presentation, truly clear, very good argumentation. In class he delivers a masterpiece. On the flip side, obsessed with footnotes following McGill Guide & truly tough grader. Although OttawaU is a strong University, this guy is for Ivy League.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: CML1207
• 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:

Currie is a great professor. He is extremely clear, incredibly helpful, and brilliant.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: INT1105
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

I took Professor's Currie Int. Law (first year class) because I had heard such great thing. I can say it was the BIGGEST disappointment of my first year.The two-hour exam was harsh and unfair and sent many students into shock. And I felt I was prepared. He is a harsh marker. Do not believe the hype! For the love of God, do NOT take his class!

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: TORTS1
• 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:

Excellent Prof. High standards & a tough marker, but is well prepared & thoroughly knowledgeable about the law. Not only is he able to explain difficult concepts clearly, he takes an active interest in his students' success giving detailed feedback on assignments (a rare commodity). Any class taught by him is bound to be worthwhile.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: TORTS1
• 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:

Excellent Lecturer. However, be aware extremely difficult grader. Class average was raised by several grades during torts mid-term as most of the class failed his grading scheme.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: CML3231
• 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:

Very intelligent, very kind man. Classes can be a bit dry, but workload is reasonable.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: TORTSSECT
• 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:

Professor Currie is the best prof I had in first year. He's crystal clear in terms of explanation, and brilliant in general.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: INTLLAW
• 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:

Mr. Perfect! Very good prof. Hard marker...

Rating # 13

Overview:

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

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

Comment:

excellent, helpful

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: INTLAW
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

No Comments

Rating # 15

Overview:

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

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

Comment:

Stand-offish, but brilliant

Rating # 16

Overview:

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

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

Comment:

Tells you everything you need to know, but marks REALLY hard

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: CML1213
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Amazing!!

Rating # 18

Overview:

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

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

Comment:

recommend anything he teaches; he's easy on the eyes, really smart and nice!