John Morris - University of Texas at San Antonio, San Antonio, TX

Professor: John Morris

Department: Geography

College: University of Texas at San Antonio, San Antonio, TX

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: GRG1023
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I really liked Professor Morris's class. He was always so enthusiastic about geography and made lectures fun and interesting. The tests were fill in the blank, 5 which made it somewhat difficult, but his grading curve is respectable and I would 100% take him again.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: GRG3713
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Some people teach because they like to teach, some because they need an income, others because they are board with their lives. Then there are those who were born to teach. Born to inpire dreams. Born to motivate others. Dr. Morris was an amazing man.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: GRG1023
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Morris is an amazing guy, he's been all over the world and has plenty of stories to tell. He encourages debates and questions in class to expand on the lecture. His tests are tough, but each question is worth 1-1.5 points, so it's doable. Your grade is only the 3 exams you take and there's no cumulative final. He also gives extra credit.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: GRG1023
• Grade Received: C+
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Very inspirational person. Amazing professor to take. Lectures are the nicest. Gives extra credit + curves. Pay attention to his lecture as his exams are very hard.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: GRG1023
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

By far the best teacher I have had,and actively engages the class. Likes to say stuff for shock value. Most interesting person I have ever met. Clear political stances, but encourages discussion and debate nonetheless. Very knowledgeable. Only grades are 3 tests and final. Generous bell curve. SI is helpful. Don't skip class.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: GRG1023
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Just a great all around professor. I went into his class undeclared and now I'm going to be majoring in geographic information science after talking to him about it. People fail his test, but he gives a slight curve if you show up for class and ten extra credit points for the test if you turn in an essay. Highly, highly recommended.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: GRG1023
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He is a very informational teacher. He knows his stuff, just test are hard. You must study the powerpoint and go to SI sessions. the test are multiple choice, fill in the blank, matching and maps. You must know capitals, landscape/geography, and countries/states.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: GRG3213
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Morris is quite opinionated. His powerpoints are generally straight to the point but he can be quite opinionated at times, especially in regards to urbanization. Sometimes he gets off topic and goes off on a tangent about himself or how he views the world but doesn't explain it in detail. He doesn't always give factual explanations for his opinions

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: GRG3133
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Interesting lectures and relevant topics.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: GRG1023
• Grade Received: D-
• Overall Rating: 1.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Worst class I have ever taken. Needed this class just for an elective and ended up with a low D. Test are FILL IN THE BLANK. Be ready to be frustrated with him. I would personally not recommend. Throws so much information at you that it's hard to take everything down. He acts like this is the only class you are taking.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: PLS1153
• Grade Received: C+
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I think Dr. Morris is a good instructor. I prefer a class that gives you a study guide in detailed at the end so it will make easier pass quizzes.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: GRG3713
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Morris is an awesome professor! He teaches with a lot of passion for the subject and from his vast personal experiences and makes sure to pause and check that everyone is understanding the concepts while actively encouraging questions. It's clear that Dr. Morris loves what he does and takes a deep, personal interest in the success of his class.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: GRG1023
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Professor Morris is one the most interesting men I have ever met in my life. He makes the class super interesting. Test are fairly easy just memorize the stuff he goes over in class. He always gives 10-12 point extra credit assignments, all you have to do is do them. He gives you like 3 weeks so its very easy to make a A in his class

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: GRG1023
• 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:

Great prof. Way too over qualified for this campus and will inspire you tons. GO TO SI. The SI will literally give you answers on the tests. you will learn more than you ever thought you could. GREAT CLASS

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: GRG1023
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Great teacher. Knows his stuff. Lots of information to absorb, so it isn't a blow off class. Attend every class and SI sessions and take good notes. Huge curves on exams and tells you what to expect on them.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: GEOGRAPHY
• 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 a very interesting man and has actually traveled the world and knows what he is talking about

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: GRG10233213
• 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:

The best professor on Earth. Nothing else needed. Entertaining captivating informative knowledgeable dedicated wise. Class are taught exactly how they should be. You will ACTUALLY LEARN in his classes, about important things. Be prepared for a change compared to other UTSA professors. MUST TAKE, register early.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: GRG1023
• 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:

The Single best professor at UTSA. Millionaire before 30. Dont let the Charlie Sheen outfits fool you. The entire point of his class is to listen to his tid bits about life and his personal experience that is the most valuable information you will receive at UTSA. PLEASE TEACH MORE CLASSES.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: GRG3213
• 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:

Excellent professor! Very knowledgeable, well-traveled, & enthusiastic about subject. Provides PP for ALL classes (print & use them to take notes). Third class I've taken w/ Dr. Morris, all were excellent. Tests are hard but he gives nice curve. GRG 3213 & 3713 required research papers, but subject is your choice. Highly recommend any class w/ him.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: GRG1023
• 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:

very funny professor, but made the material very unclear. Was not sure what to study when it came time to test. Never gave out an exam review or outline to help us prepare for exams. constantly went back and forth on the chapters in the book. SI was way more helpful as she guided us on what we needed to study.