Tim Paterson - Douglas College, Coquitlam, BC

Professor: Tim Paterson

Department: Anthropology

College: Douglas College, Coquitlam, BC

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: ANTH1170
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Was excited to take this course-BIG mistake. Its a 100-level course, but it works you like a 2nd or 3rd year course. So many complex readings about a place you are entirely unfamiliar with. Do yourself a solid & pass on this class until you have a ton of experience w/ big articles. Nearly impossible to study for the exams. Not worth the headache

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: ANTH2220
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Amazing professor he has helped me out with so much over the years I could not have made it through without him

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: ANTH2210
• 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:

I took this course years ago. I am now at a uni out of province and I always compare my current professors to Tim. He is passionate, respectful and engaging. He is so inspiring and sure, he might not post power points but he does it old school, and I love him for that. Take a course with him. Go to class. Listen to what he has to say.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: 1100
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Paterson is very passionate in teaching Anthropology. The only thing I'm not use to is that he doesn't have any notes or slides. I'm not an Arts major and I have Psychology courses as my electives so I can't talk much about the style of the teaching. However, he does understand the hardships of students and marks fairly. I highly recommend him.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: ANTH1100
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Paterson is a very intelligent person. He's funny, he's helpful, and he is, above all else, extremely quirky. He assigns very hefty readings which are essential for the tests, but if you put in the work, he'll give you the grade. He has a very shaky voice, but you'll get used to it. Overall, Dr. Paterson is a pleasure to have as a professor.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: ANTH1170
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Very kind and knowledgeable

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: ANTH1170
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Do not take his class

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: 2200
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Love this prof. Took a class with him years ago and he's still on my mind. He's just got a wisdom about him, and he respects student's intelligence too. Paterson presented theory to me in a way that was actually meaningful and relevant to me. I'm at SFU now, and missin' Paterson! Also loved the textbook (Erickson and Murphy).

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: ANTHROPOLOGY
• 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:

He's educated, takes everyone seriously, has a twinkle in his eye, encourages interesting debate, and is a beautiful soul. As for his lecture format, I found him to be such a captivating storyteller that I didn't need powerpoints. He does show educationaldocumentary videos quite frequently and they're always top-notch

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: ANTHRO1100
• 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:

I did not enjoy this class at all. I went into it with much interest but I could barely sit through one class. He is very monotone and boring, there are no visual slides nor does he post anything online. It is hard to take notes with no visuals. It is mandatory to come to his class but I honestly just want to fall asleep because it gets so boring

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: ANTH1100
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Honestly, when you first take this class you'll find it a little difficult since Tim doesn't offer any visual slides, however having to actually jot down the notes as you hear them really helps in learning the material. MC is a little tricky, essay wasn't too bad. Interesting class, would defs take another with him again.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: ANTH1100
• 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:

Tim is a really nice guy. He has his own teaching style. He doesn't use power-point for teaching. And he speak quite fast. Maybe i am an international student lol. You need to take note, listen carefully, read the textbook in order to survive in his class.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: ANTH2220
• 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'm making it a point to take all his classes he is that awesome! Just be good at taking lecture notes, he doesn't have slides or any guide, but he's super interesting. Although his lecture style is difficult for some, once you get used to it you realize how effective it actually is. He is funny and super approachable too! 10/10 would take again.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: ANTHRO1100
• 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:

He's not only a really good teacher but a wonderful person. You got to be a pro taking notes though.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: ANTH1102
• 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:

By far one of the best profs I ever had at Douglas college! So helpful and so understanding! I loved him! Tests are relatively hard, you really have to read the textbook. :)

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: ANTH1100
• 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:

Wow. Like previous comments of said- if you want contact with a genius then congrats. This is your prof. Wonderful teacher, wonderful person. Lectures can be dry if you have the wrong attitude but Tim really makes the material captivating. However, dont take this class if you aren't willing to try your hardest.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: ANTH1100
• 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:

I loved Tim! He is truly a sweet man and cares about his students! Lectures can be dry, but he is great at pointing out what to study, so listen for the clues! IF you listen for clues you will know what the tests are on! Really read the textbook and take notes and you will do good!

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: ANTH1100
• 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 just love him. He is like one of those "Inspiring" professors you see in the movies, he actually cares about the material - and about you! Tim is so funny and nice (he begins each class with music) and interesting. Definitely the best professor I've ever seen.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: ANTH1100
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Tim is fantastic. Interesting lectures (which he doesn't post, take notes!), lots of videos. Essays are a little difficult, intro covers a lot of material and it's hard to narrow down for studying - listen to the lectures, read the text and pay attention you won't have a problem with them. Helpful and understanding, he's always available for help.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: ANTHO110
• 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:

Teacher had good lectures, lets you know what he expects on his assignments however the multiple choice on his tests are tricky.