Professor: James Wood
Department: TBD
College: Academy of Art University
Rating # 1
Overview:
- Course: PH115
- Grade Received: N/A
- Overall Rating: 5.0
- Course Difficulty: 1.0
- For Credit: N/A
- Textbook Used: No
- Would Take Again: N/A
- Attendance: N/A
Comment:
I was an experienced photographer before I come to this school. I got things that I had to learn for years with one semester in his class. His teaching is more about his experiences and the theory of achieving success photographically. Therefore, it might be bored if the student is still on a tech-learning level. Highly recommended!
Rating # 2
Overview:
- Course: PH623
- 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:
8 weeks into Mr. Wood's Portraiture class, I have to admit that I have learned a few important things from the old man. However... I'm having a very difficult time stomaching the ignorant, demeaning, sarcastic and humiliating way he has of answering my questions in class. It is best to keep your mouth closed with this **** of a teacher!
Rating # 3
Overview:
- Course: PH601
- Grade Received: N/A
- Overall Rating: 4.5
- Course Difficulty: 4.0
- For Credit: N/A
- Textbook Used: No
- Would Take Again: N/A
- Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Only 3 weeks in, but I think he's great. He could be a little more clear on hw assignments but now I know to follow syllabus even if we are off a week, and to email or call him if I have a question. I feel really lucky to be in this guy's class. He has a wealth of knowledge. I don't think he's that egotistical, given the things he's done!
Rating # 4
Overview:
- Course: PHOTO202
- Grade Received: N/A
- Overall Rating: 3.0
- Course Difficulty: 5.0
- For Credit: N/A
- Textbook Used: No
- Would Take Again: N/A
- Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Ego tistical, but he does know what art buyers and art reps are looking for. If you got it and have what it takes he will let you know it and encourage you to go forth with photography. Overall you get the good and the bad with him!
Rating # 5
Overview:
- Course: PHOTODIRECTOR
- Grade Received: N/A
- Overall Rating: 3.0
- 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 # 6
Overview:
- Course: PORTFOLIO
- Grade Received: N/A
- Overall Rating: 1.0
- Course Difficulty: 4.0
- For Credit: N/A
- Textbook Used: N/A
- Would Take Again: N/A
- Attendance: N/A
Comment:
I agree, his ego is unbelievable. He is extremely vague when he actually gets around to class topics such as the "toolbox," (his list of tools that each individual photog has at their disposal to maintain consistency in their work). My toolbox fluctuated each week, depending on his mood I guess. I still don't know what was in my damn "toolbox."
Rating # 7
Overview:
- Course: DEPTHEAD
- Grade Received: N/A
- Overall Rating: 1.5
- Course Difficulty: 3.0
- For Credit: N/A
- Textbook Used: N/A
- Would Take Again: N/A
- Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Jim was my first experience at AAU and it still leaves a bad taste in my mouth 4.5 years later. I concur with the other student who wrote about Jim's ego; it is completely frustrating as a student to ask a ? to a professor and instead of an answer to said
Rating # 8
Overview:
- Course: VIZPORTFOLIO
- Grade Received: N/A
- Overall Rating: 2.0
- Course Difficulty: 2.0
- For Credit: N/A
- Textbook Used: N/A
- Would Take Again: N/A
- Attendance: N/A
Comment:
The only thing you'll actually learn from james is his list of accomplishments. He is as subtle as a 2X4 to the head. That said, if he could stop trying to be a salesman and be more of a teacher, he might pass on something people could actually use.
Rating # 9
Overview:
- Course: VIS
- Grade Received: N/A
- Overall Rating: 4.5
- Course Difficulty: 3.0
- For Credit: N/A
- Textbook Used: N/A
- Would Take Again: N/A
- Attendance: N/A
Comment:
An awesome teacher who has a ton of experience in photography and knows a lot.
Rating # 10
Overview:
- Course: VISUALIZAT
- Grade Received: N/A
- Overall Rating: 3.0
- Course Difficulty: 4.0
- For Credit: N/A
- Textbook Used: N/A
- Would Take Again: N/A
- Attendance: N/A
Comment:
If you can get over his ego, you can learn a lot from James. I rated him in the middle for Clarity because he allows you to be creative in your own right. He's not very approachable, but he will give you help as long as you ask for it.
Rating # 11
Overview:
- Course: PHO
- 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:
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