Patrick Phillips - York University (all campuses), Toronto, ON

Professor: Patrick Phillips

Department: Philosophy

College: York University (all campuses), Toronto, ON

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: MODR1730
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

#1 Prof I've had! He actually wants students to succeed, funny as hell. Very blunt and honest but in a good way. Lastly, very passionate about his teachings which is something I respect.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: MODR1730
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Most Supportive Professor. Way better than any professors I have had in my 4 years of my time. Highly Recommend. York University should give him a full-time prof title instead of contract. He is very good!

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: MODR1730
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Hands down. He is the best professor at York University. He knows how to role and engage with the students.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: MODR1730
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Good Prof. Easy course do the readings and you will do well. He knows his subject well maybe too well.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: MODR1730
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Very entertaining in lecture and teaches very well. He always makes sure to keep the lectures engaging and enjoyable for the best learning. He does look at participation heavily and often knows who doesn't show up. Lots of note-taking.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: MODR1730
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Amazing prof. Hilarious, smart, caring, generally just a good guy. Doesn't use tech tho, so you must show up to class, but thats okay because he made my 3h lecture on a monday fly by! Take whatever class you can with him, you're nearly guaranteed an A, at least. Put in a tiny bit of effort and he'll give you that A+.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: PHIL2200
• 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:

Patrick Phillips I had for Critical Reasoning we had 2 debates you just show up to and get a full 10% credit (just by signing the attendance even if you don't say stuff but just listen). We also had 3 fairly easy tests thrown in the mix and let me tell you I studied only 1 hour before each and on each one I got near perfect! Funny guy great prof!

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: PHIL2200
• 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:

Patrick was without doubt the best professor I've ever had. I only took PHIL 2200 with him so other people's experiences with other courses may differ. He kept me at the edge of my seat as he spoke and told his funniest stories ever. He will serve you with a cup of bitter truth and it is up to you to decide to drink it.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: MODR1760
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Patrick is an awesome prof. He is extremely laid back and very accommodating. He doesn't do powerpoints and doesn't post course material on moodle so make sure you come to class or you could miss out on important material. Textbooks are pricey but I personally didn't buy them and got by nicely because he always emphasizes important theories for u!

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: MODR1730
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Hands down one of the best profs at york. not only is he an amazing prof but an amazing individual. he genuinely wants each and every one of his students to do well. hes very approachable, and super sweet. when talking about a concept he will make sure you understand it and drill it in your head by using realistic examples. take a class with him

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: MODR1730
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Amazing prof and he is hilarious!!!!Just go to lecture and pay attention and do the readings and your guaranteed a good mark. His test are straightforward and are not difficult. I would take another class with him again.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: MODR1700
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Patrick seems kind of rude and arrogant to me. One of the worst professors, teachers, and graders I have ever had. I have absolutely no clue as to how 100% of the people who have rated Patrick would take a class with him again -- I most certainly will not.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: MODR1760
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Love Patrick! He's very passionate about what he is teaching, he's extremely funny and explains things multiple times to ensure everybody understands and also uses many examples to get his point across. He doesn't us moodle so you must attend lectures and take notes to pass his tests. Encourages students to participate but doesn't force anyone.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: APPHIL2080
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Fantastic Prof! Have done a few classes with him. He is very approachable, is accommodating, and makes jokes often. He typically has a midterm test, and a final, with two debates. He encourages discussion with your neighbour, and often sets time aside to discuss topics with the people around you. He elaborates on the text in lecture.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: MODR1730
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Best prof at york ive had so far! lectures are full of examples and material that will help on tests. moderate reading, tests are very very fair as long as you come to class and do assigned readings. hes hilarious! always making jokes to keep you into the class.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: PHIL3035
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

One of the best Philosophy Profs @ York University, unfortunate that he is not full-time or teaching more than one class per year, knows the topic he teaches inside/out. Approachable, kind and good sense of humor. Really inspires students to learn. Not a tough grader however do not take it for granted, show up, participate, learn & pass his course

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: MODR1730
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He is funny at times and keeps the class alive. He doesn't use powerpoint he just talks but he is very clear and gives great examples. All test content is from the textbook besides the essay questions which are based on stuff from lectures. Just do the readings and its an easy A.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: MODR1760
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

I didn't really do anything besides show up everyday and take notes. A lot of readings but never did them, didn't even have the books and still got an A+. He gives hints on what will be on the exam randomly so come everyday or have a friend who does. Patrick is hilarious and is a great guy. I recommend this course to anyone as I am dumb & did great

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: MODR1760
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Requires a lot of readings and attendance is a must since he gives hints on what's going to be on the test. He's very respectful, friendly, wants you to succeed and gives good feedback. His jokes are hilarious

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: MODR1730
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

I loved this professor!!!! I wish he taught more classes! There are many readings but he is really nice and accomodates for anything unregular that pops up! His explanations are awesome! Got to meet new friends in the class and discuss interesting material!! Awesome prof awesome class! P.s tests are really easy if you do the work