Ronald Skelton - University of Victoria, Victoria, BC

Professor: Ronald Skelton

Department: Psychology

College: University of Victoria, Victoria, BC

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: BIO323
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Skelton is a good guy once you get to know him. He does have his moments tho as I'm sure other people have indicated.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: 215
• Grade Received: B-
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Skelton taught me to study. This is a difficult course. It is NOT impossible. I studied very hard and got a reflective grade. Meet people on the first day of class and start studying immediately. Take notes and record as much of the FITB questions at the end of every lecture.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: PSYC215A
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Skelton is a wonderful prof. He explains exactly what he wants from you and doesn't throw any surprises at you. The tests may seem like memorization to some people, however they are simple questions about important concepts he explicitly explains in class. If you listen you will do very well.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: PSYC215A
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

For the first 2 months I couldn't stand him. His tone was rude and aggressive and deducted "attendance marks" if you were late and he just reads off his slides during lectures. Once I figured out how to study for his test I was able to do well. Go to office hours if possible, hes super helpful and do the experential learning...easy 10%!

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: PSYCH323
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

AVOID THIS PROF AT ALL COSTS! His main priority is teaching students how to learn (specifically in HIS way), not the actual material! All of his tests are written only, and he will only mark it right if it is EXACTLY what he would put down himself. I got a mark off on a word because it was the plural form (even though it was the right answer)

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: PSYC215A
• 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:

Horrible prof. Incredibly rude and arrogant. Told his students to shut up after a test. Tests are SO hectic and stressful. Avoid like the plague!!!

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: BIPSYCH215
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

This guy is hilarious, gives you bonus points for showing up to class and participating. Don't bother getting the text book never readit and got an A+, just study his notes. Test can sometimes be a little tricky but honestly this course is easy as far as biology courses go.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: PSYC215A
• 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 loved the way his lectures/notes/tests are put together. He is extremely clear on what he expects at the beginning of the semester and reminds people throughout. I found that the people who dislike him were those who didn't follow his very basic rules. Highly recommend!!

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: PSYC215A
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Rude, arrogant, and disrespectful to his students. However, the midterms are really easy coming from a science students perspective. Don't expect him to peak your interest in biopsych, lectures are not worth attending aside from 3% attendance bonus.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: PSYC215A
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Skelton says he tests on understanding, not memorization. However, obviously if you did not memorize his word choices then you don't understand.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: PSYC215A
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

He's a little grumpy and can come off kind of mean but he does his best to make things easy to understand. As someone who isn't in Sciences I thought he did a great job explaining everything. Test aren't easy but I had much worse. Only complaint was how long it took to get our final exam marks back (not until we came back for second semester!)

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: PSYC215A
• 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:

TERRIBLE PROF!He seems like he does not want you to succeed, and will not do anything to help you if you are having trouble. He goes out of his way to be mean. His lectures are mumbled which make them impossible to understand. Definitely regret taking his course.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: BIO215
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He gives a good overview of the subject matter but he can be rude and the procedures surrounding the test are old fashioned and anxiety provoking. He would be a great teacher if he didn't make everyone so nervous!

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: PSYC215A
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Contrary to many people posting on here, i really enjoyed Skelton's class. His dry humour is lost on many (I personally loved it), but you can tell that through his gruffness he really wants everyone to succeed.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: PSYC215
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Super easy course, he explains everything in class. Never opened the textbook and he gives students who arent late a bonus 3%. Final was hard, but he scaled everyone up about 15%. People who say Skelton is bad, honestly have not taken a real science course.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: PSYC215A
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

It is a course I spent a ridiculous amount of time studying for, only to receive a bad grade. The subject matter is very interesting but his tests are unrealistic. The fact that the majority of the class doesn't feel comfortable asking him questions due to his rudeness and imminent embarrassment pretty much says it all.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: 215A
• 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:

If you are a student who has taken a Biology course, do yourself a favour and switch out. His teaching style is horrid, referring to neurons as "mr and mrs"... Full of himself, condescending and lacks intelligence.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: 215A
• 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:

Barely went to class and received a B+. Make sure to save his notes because he does take them down. But if you memorize his key points on his notes (they're bolded which makes it easier to figure out) you'll be fine. Not very approachable but again if you actually try to understand what he's getting at in his notes you will do FINE.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: PSYC215A
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Skelton took forever to send the final mark to the registrar's office. Over 2 days past the due date to submit final grades which was annoying. If you are strong in Bio you will do well in his class. He is slightly arrogant but not a horrible teacher. He scares you into studying intently for his exams but hard work pays off.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: BIO215
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Skelton is great. His analogies are a bit annoying and not always the clearest, and his humour beyond dry, but he is straight forward in telling you key factors to study. If you go to class and actually listen, you will do well and learn lots. For BIO students anyways, I highly recommend Skelton.