Professor: James Smith
Department: Philosophy
College: Calvin College, Grand Rapids, MI
Rating # 1
Overview:
- Course: PHIL153
- Grade Received: A-
- Overall Rating: 4.0
- Course Difficulty: 3.0
- For Credit: Yes
- Textbook Used: Yes
- Would Take Again: Yes
- Attendance: N/A
Comment:
He doesn't do the teaching for the job-more for the love of Philosophy. He is quick to call on you if your hand is raised. Your comments in class never feel stupid. He was helpful with getting Freshman well acquainted with how to write a good paper. A course intended to help you consider yourself on a deeper level and ask yourself questions.
Rating # 2
Overview:
- Course: PHIL153
- Grade Received: N/A
- Overall Rating: 3.5
- Course Difficulty: 4.0
- For Credit: Yes
- Textbook Used: Yes
- Would Take Again: Yes
- Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
I loved Professor Smith's class! I went into PHIL 153 without much expectations because philosophy really isn't my thing, but every time I'm in his 8:30 AM class, I find myself wide awake and super interested in what we're learning. He's easy to talk to and great at explaining things. An all-round amazing professor!
Rating # 3
Overview:
- Course: PHIL153
- 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:
Professor Smith is a genius! He is such a cool person, he is funny and he understands that not everyone likes or enjoys or understands philosophy. He is a great professor!! I highly recommend his class!
Rating # 4
Overview:
- Course: IDIS150
- 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:
Professor Smith is more than just a typical professor. He will be the first to tell you that he's not teaching for a mere salary, but rather for the students in his class. He's extremely passionate, loves God, and expects a lot out of his students. He's an exemplary educator.
Rating # 5
Overview:
- Course: PHIL201
- 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:
Jamie does a great job of seeing how philosophy helps understanding Christianity. Jamie talks about issues that matter and does so very clearly. If you're into Philosophy already you'll especially benefit.
Rating # 6
Overview:
- Course: DCM150
- 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:
Try to contribute to the conversation and he'll see that you're making an effort and love ya. If you slack, you're done. Sometimes very hard to understand if you're not into philosophy as much as he is. I failed...
Rating # 7
Overview:
- Course: DCM150
- 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:
Even though I disagreed with many things he taught, he made me really examine my life and calling in the world. He taught the class well and made it more than just a walk in the park. While it was difficult, it was rewarding.
Rating # 8
Overview:
- Course: DCMINTERIM
- Grade Received: N/A
- Overall Rating: 5.0
- Course Difficulty: 3.0
- For Credit: N/A
- Textbook Used: N/A
- Would Take Again: N/A
- Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Holy cow, I learned so much about life and God in his class. He is a really passionate teacher and just naturally expects you to be as passionate about the subject. Inspiring.
Rating # 9
Overview:
- Course: 375
- Grade Received: N/A
- Overall Rating: 5.0
- Course Difficulty: 3.0
- For Credit: N/A
- Textbook Used: N/A
- Would Take Again: N/A
- Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Like DeYoung, he conjures theory and practice with Christian rigor. He does philosophy for Christ with patience and humbleness. He taught me how to pray. He makes students become more curious, so grow up and work. Class is worship with Smith!
Rating # 10
Overview:
- Course: PHIL375
- Grade Received: N/A
- Overall Rating: 4.5
- Course Difficulty: 4.0
- For Credit: N/A
- Textbook Used: N/A
- Would Take Again: N/A
- Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Hey hit one out of the park for stocky, balding, brilliance! This guy razzels, he dazzels, and before you know it your entire interpretation of human intersubjectivity has been flipped for an Augustinian motif. Tough Expectations, great guy.
Rating # 11
Overview:
- Course: PHIL208
- 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:
This class changed my life--for the better, of course! And Professor Smith, just wanted you to know YOU ROCK!!!!!!
Rating # 12
Overview:
- Course: PHIL153
- Grade Received: N/A
- Overall Rating: 2.5
- Course Difficulty: 4.0
- For Credit: N/A
- Textbook Used: N/A
- Would Take Again: N/A
- Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Avg. - unfair grader, boring class, but you might consider that it was a 1.5 hr class begining at 8 A.M.
Rating # 13
Overview:
- Course: PHIL153
- Grade Received: N/A
- Overall Rating: 2.0
- Course Difficulty: 4.0
- For Credit: N/A
- Textbook Used: N/A
- Would Take Again: N/A
- Attendance: N/A
Comment:
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Rating # 14
Overview:
- Course: PHIL208
- Grade Received: N/A
- Overall Rating: 5.0
- Course Difficulty: 3.0
- For Credit: N/A
- Textbook Used: N/A
- Would Take Again: N/A
- Attendance: N/A
Comment:
I don't get philosophy at all and he made it crystal clear to me. Awesome prof and very fun!
Rating # 15
Overview:
- Course: PHILO153
- Grade Received: N/A
- Overall Rating: 1.5
- Course Difficulty: 5.0
- For Credit: N/A
- Textbook Used: N/A
- Would Take Again: N/A
- Attendance: N/A
Comment:
this guy is not helpful at all, and a really hard grader! I would not recommend him except for the fact that you get to watch American Beauty in class
Rating # 16
Overview:
- Course: PHIL153
- 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:
Prof. Smith is the best prof I've had at Calvin. I don't like philosophy but he made it really interesting. Take his class!
Rating # 17
Overview:
- Course: PHIL378
- Grade Received: N/A
- Overall Rating: 5.0
- Course Difficulty: 3.0
- For Credit: N/A
- Textbook Used: N/A
- Would Take Again: N/A
- Attendance: N/A
Comment:
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Rating # 18
Overview:
- Course: PHL
- Grade Received: N/A
- Overall Rating: 4.5
- Course Difficulty: 4.0
- For Credit: N/A
- Textbook Used: N/A
- Would Take Again: N/A
- Attendance: N/A
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