Rick Gordon - Langara College, Vancouver, BC

Professor: Rick Gordon

Department: Philosophy

College: Langara College, Vancouver, BC

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: PHIL1100
• 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:

I'm writing this because I don't understand why people are saying you cannot be creative. Rick allows room for creativity in essays especially. You can be creative, but be philosophical, and present an argument with clarity, rigor, and strength. Don't listen to 99 percent of the comments on here.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: PHIL1100
• 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:

This class is quite difficult due to high expectations. There's very little room for open-minds & the only way to pass is make good use of class material. Gordon is a nice teacher but doesn't have much energy/life & speaks in a monotone voice. This is difficult to handle in a 2h class! If you don't meet expectations be prepared for a low mark!

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: PHIL1100
• 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 enjoyed Rick's class very much. He is a very intelligent person, and class is extremely interesting. Regurgitate notes for exams, and stick to a structured essay. I expected the class to be difficult but pulled off an A by putting in a lot of effort. Do not be afraid with emailing him any concerns, he is understanding!

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: PHIL1100
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

a ok prof but discriminates against people who thinks outside the box.he wants you to stick to the lecture book and whatever he teaches and he doesnt like creativity. very very bad prof.if his discrimination doesnt get you then his boring lectures surely.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: PHIL1100
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

He is a really nice prof but I find his lectures to be pretty boring. He speaks in a very monotone voice that sometimes makes it difficult to stay awake. I would only recommend him if you are not taking many courses and have the time to really focus on this course. He is a very hard marker but does encourage class discussions

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: PHIL1100
• 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:

He's pleasant enough. Kind of a hard marker, my highest mark in class was about a 73. He's very clear, he puts his notes on an overhead while he's talking and encourages class discussion, which is nice.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: PHIL103
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

very good

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: PHIL1101
• 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:

Great prof - knows his stuff. Hard course to do well in, but worth the effort.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: PHIL1101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

very good teacher. Knows his stuff. essays are easy to get B's in. If you want to write on a different topic, just talk to him. interesting classes.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: PHIL1100
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Rick is a brilliant teacher but an extremelly difficult marker. On our first paper in class the highest mark was a 3 out of 5 over 30+ people. This caused about half the class to drop. Figure out what it is he wants on a paper you can get your self an A+, but if your expecting an easy A you'll just end up wasting your time. I had fun and got a B+

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: PHIL1101
• 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:

Gordon is great. he's such a funny and likable guy. he's soft spoken and helpful and you can tell he enjoys blowing people's minds. you should take his class, he's a really nice and good teacher.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: PHIL1101
• 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:

Best professer that I've ever had. Really fun class discussions, really vibrant interesting. Makes concepts very very clear. Exactly what a professor should be.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: PHIL1100
• 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:

thumbs up!)) Very nice, consistent and clear step-by-step lectures as well as lively discussions where everyone feels welcome)

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: PHIL003
• 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:

Marks very hard and it has to be to his liking. Try and use your own formula on philosophy essays will guarantee you a fail and he won't let you get creative and think outside of the box either. This was supposed to be my easiest course but he totally killed my interest in philosophy. Only take this course if you're really into this kind of stuff.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: PHILO1101
• 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:

He's not a bad teacher overall, i mean this dude's got enthusiasm with wise words and all, but His TEACHING METHOD- too fast. He's demanding about note taking even when it's NOT on the overhead/board and inclass discussions are strongly encouraged.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: PHIL1100
• 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:

Yes, TOTALLY regurgitate notes and text material. If you cannot pay attention to monotone speakers, do not take him. He's a nice man but he's dryer than a desert island and duller than a wooden spoon. If you like lively teachers, stay away from Rick. I don't dislike him; just stating the facts.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: PHIL1120
• 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:

He is an interesting professor, very clear in his lectures;nevertheless, the course is not an easy one. However, if you are interested in philosophy, you would like it.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: PHIL1101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He spends WAY too much time repeating the simplest ideas like 'is a rectangle REALLY a rectangle?' You get it the first time, and are just bored for an hour after that. He can't stand anyone that questions his ideas, and he'll just mock you until you finally give up. He doesn't establish the necessary criteria for his exams. Worst professor ever

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: PHIL1101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Stick to the book, he does not give marks for creativness. Don't ever think outside the box or you will fail.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: PHIL1101
• 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:

Gordon is a great teacher. He is very knowledgeable about his subject, and is very considerate when responding to dumb comments. He helps people develop thier own thoughts and doesn't attempt to impose any particular view on the students. If you want to develop the ability to make a coherent argument, he'll help facilitate that learning.