Professor: Michael McDuffie
Department: Humanities
College: California State University San Marcos, San Marcos, CA
Rating # 1
Overview:
- Course: PHIL345
- Grade Received: A+
- Overall Rating: 5.0
- Course Difficulty: 4.0
- For Credit: Yes
- Textbook Used: No
- Would Take Again: Yes
- Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
PROF MCD is the bomb! Has a great lecture voice and sense of humor when teaching about heavy concepts such as end of life wishes and other bioethical issues. Excellent film list, I would watch the movies even if not for class, and will re watch a few when I have time. Highly recommend, but be ready to read/ write. He is very fair w/ xtra credit
Rating # 2
Overview:
- Course: PHIL345
- 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:
Do the work and you'll get the grade. He is fair and the topics are relevant. He will return emails if you have a question.
Rating # 3
Overview:
- Course: PHIL345
- Grade Received: A
- Overall Rating: 5.0
- Course Difficulty: 3.0
- For Credit: Yes
- Textbook Used: Yes
- Would Take Again: Yes
- Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Professor McDuffie was by far one of the best online professor I dealt with. I wish I was able to take him in person. His lecture online are great. There is a lot of classwork but it's interesting and he will answer emails and help you as much as he can. I highly recommend him.
Rating # 4
Overview:
- Course: PHIL345
- Grade Received: A
- Overall Rating: 5.0
- Course Difficulty: 2.0
- For Credit: Yes
- Textbook Used: No
- Would Take Again: N/A
- Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
He is very passionate about the subject. He assigns one quiz and three forums for chapter readings. There are various easy film forums as well. He is very knowledgeable about the subject and is respectful of all different viewpoints. He is a very engaging lecturer and funny.
Rating # 5
Overview:
- Course: PHIL345
- Grade Received: 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:
A bit soft-spoken, but does a really great job explaining concepts and answering questions through use of examples. He's got an uncanny skill of arguing both sides of an argument. Assignments included online discussions, watching videos that illustrate ethical dilemmas, and 2-3 essays based on the readings. Definitely will need the textbook.
Rating # 6
Overview:
- Course: PHIL345
- Grade Received: 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:
Took this class as part of the ABSN program at CSUSM. He does a great job taking both sides of an argument, using examples to demonstrate concepts, and answers questions. Assignments include online discussion, watching videos that demonstrate ethical issues, and papers based on the readings. Definitely will need the textbook.
Rating # 7
Overview:
- Course: PHIL345
- 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:
One quiz (20%), four 2-pg essays (20% x 4), one 4-pg essay (50%) & online video discussions (50%). Excellent professor, mostly lectures with little encouraged class participation; most discusssion is via online forum > watching assigned videos. Tough subject matter and writing assignments can be difficult but great learning experience. No finals!
Rating # 8
Overview:
- Course: PHIL345
- 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:
Great teacher, come to class to understand concepts. Attendance is part of the grade. Participate, but don't give opinions, necessarily, stick to the facts or else it becomes a poli-sci class. Very enthusiastic and knowledgeable!
Rating # 9
Overview:
- Course: PHIL345
- Grade Received: N/A
- Overall Rating: 3.0
- Course Difficulty: 3.0
- For Credit: N/A
- Textbook Used: Yes
- Would Take Again: N/A
- Attendance: N/A
Comment:
ABSN extended learning professor. Only Quiz was 20Qs with 10T/F & 10 matching - relatively straight forward. So far, find the writing exercises more challenging as they require knowledge then application of concepts. Eg. A-state issues, B-summarize, C-Identify & articulate key issues, D-Connect readings to previous readings & E-Case study analysis.
Rating # 10
Overview:
- Course: PHIL345
- 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:
ABSN ext learning instructor with a unique grading system. Reading Ex (4 x 20pts), case study analysis (50pts), vocab test (20pts) & online discussions (50 pts). Use a spreadsheet to allocate reading exercise assignments. Also use Cougar courses. Like it that there is only one exam. Tests application of knowledge instead.
Rating # 11
Overview:
- Course: PHIL345
- 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 knows what he's talking about, very interesting class. Good teacher, I would definately recommend him.
Rating # 12
Overview:
- Course: PHIL345
- 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:
Dr. McDuffie is an amazing professor whose dedication to his subject matter is apparent in each and every lecture/discussion class. He is interesting to listen to and helpful to work with and really cares about his students and their learning experience. I would take another class with him in a heartbeat!
Rating # 13
Overview:
- Course: PHIL345
- 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:
Prof. McDuffie is definitely one of the best professors that I've had. He takes a very sensitive subject matter and approaches it very well -- explaining both sides thoroughly and allowing us to pick our own opinions. He is very concerned about your grades and is quick to e-mail back as well as work with you to achieve the best grade possible.
Rating # 14
Overview:
- Course: PHIL310
- Grade Received: N/A
- Overall Rating: 4.5
- Course Difficulty: 4.0
- For Credit: N/A
- Textbook Used: Yes
- Would Take Again: N/A
- Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Very enthusiastic about the material presented in class. Probably the reason why I was so interested in this particular course. I very much enjoyed his lectures and appreciated his patience and effectiveness with the communication of the material. Be prepared for a mental strain and the occasional brain cramp.
Rating # 15
Overview:
- Course: GEH101
- Grade Received: A
- Overall Rating: 5.0
- Course Difficulty: 3.0
- For Credit: N/A
- Textbook Used: N/A
- Would Take Again: N/A
- Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
AWESOME professor! He truly cares about what he does...and it shows. He doesn't just teach, he leads. Very powerful!
Rating # 16
Overview:
- Course: GEH
- 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 rocks. I had him several years ago and would take him for ANY class I had to take again. He makes class fun and you indirectly learn alot of stuff. Tests are good and if you pay attention in class, you have a good chance at making an A.
Rating # 17
Overview:
- Course: GEH
- 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 MAN, WILL PREPARE YOU FOR LIFE NOT JUST CLASS, YOU WILL TAKE THINGS FROM HIS CLASS AND USE THEM FOR LIFE NOT JUST FOR THE TEST, DESERVES A RAISE
Rating # 18
Overview:
- Course: HUMAN
- Grade Received: N/A
- Overall Rating: 4.0
- Course Difficulty: 2.0
- For Credit: N/A
- Textbook Used: N/A
- Would Take Again: N/A
- Attendance: N/A
Comment:
he is cool but kind of hard. He's funny at least
Rating # 19
Overview:
- Course: GEH102
- 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:
His tests are pretty easy, just pay attention in class!
Rating # 20
Overview:
- Course: GEH101
- 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
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