Guy Wilkinson - Langara College

Professor: Guy Wilkinson

Department: TBD

College: Langara College

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: EN1127
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

The take home essay, the very 1st essay, I have visited Guy 5x until my thesis statement is approved. The first 4x I have given up on any chance I will get a B and even said that Ill be content with a B-. Needless to say, if u are persistent +, serious, Guy turns no1. He is super caring, funny, + sincere in his desire to see his students succeed.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: ENG1127
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Every week there is a small quiz and discussion based on a short story read the previous week. Participation is expected and lectures are insightful. Essays were tough, but Guy is very available, supportive, and gives many opportunities for bonus marks. Thoroughly enjoyed this class.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: EN1127
• Grade Received: WD
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He will give you a lousy mark if he does not agree with your ideas even though he claims otherwise. Like most academic writing this is poison to the creative mind. If you want to do well, go to his office hours as much as possible, ask for feedback and cater to what he wants you to write. He is a talented writer but not the greatest teacher.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: EN1127
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

One of the best teachers I have ever had. I have never felt so inspired like I did during the period when I was taking his class, I really miss him.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: EN1127
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

ENGL 1127 is all about essays and short stories, so there's a lot of writing and reading. The quizzes on the stories make you think really hard, so make sure you read the story thoroughly. I'd say Guy is a tough marker but he has good feed back on the essays and he is willing to help during his office hours.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: EN1127
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

He is funny and knowledgeable, and his lectures are very entertaining. You'll end up learning a lot. Always willing to help during office hours and share his thoughts. BUT he is a hard marker and will make you work so hard for his class. Also, be prepared because he will make everyone participate.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: EN1127
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Solid choice for English 1127. Easy class with minimal effort needed. You gotta do three essays. Every Monday you will have a quiz on a short story he gives on Friday. If you get 6/10 you get one mark. If you get 10/10, you get 1 mark and a bonus mark. Lectures consists of talking about the short stories and how to write an essay. Solid choice!

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: EN1127
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

You could tell that Guy is really passionate about teaching. He's a bit difficult and you truly have to work for a good mark, but he gives great feedback during his office hours. His quizzes are fairly easy, so try to pull your weight on his essays and paragraphs. Get ready to write and read!!

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: ENG1127
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

The class I took with Guy started off with definitions. A typical lecture with Guy is very consistent with Guy playing "devil's advocate". The papers are not the style within the textbook. The class could be entertaining and if you go to the office hours then you should be fine.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: ENGL1127
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

BEST- the only word for him. He doesnt judge you by a single paper. He checks your effort in class , your participation and your willingness to study. Thats all what matters. Amazing professor. Definitely take him . Skip a sem - if in case but take 1127 with him.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: EN1127
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

You'll end up learning a lot. Loved his style. He is a little tough at marking quizes, but generally he is great.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: ENG1127
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

One of the best professors I've ever had. Super engaging! He is always available for office hours almost everyday which is quite helpful as English isn't one of my strong subjects. There are also opportunities for bonus marks which is great. I took a class of his that met only once a week and I found that to be good as well- time used efficiently!

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: EN1127
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Guy is an amazing professor. Weekly quizzes on short stories helps to boost your mark and he also explains the structure of essay very well before he hands out his first essay. Go to his office hours as soon as possible if will help you and clear your question. Amazing english professor in langara.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: EN1127
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Very good instructor. Lenient in marking. Bonus mark opportunities. Have to work hard but really good instructor. Would prefer to take again.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: ENGL1128
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Guy is really good at deciphering short stories but I found myself being afraid to give my opinion because he has a tendency to shoot down weak points and sometimes its a little condescending, in my opinion. However I found him to be overall enjoyable to listen to.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: ENGL1127
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He's funny, caring and understandable. Go during his office hours and he will help you out a lot. Participate in class discussions as much as possible, and his quizzes will get you bonus marks if you actually try.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: ENGL1127
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Amazing teacher. His class is A LOT of work and it will take over your semester with mandatory attendance, weekly quizzes and in class exercises, big essays every month. Grades are fair, forgiving and gives lots of extra marks - more work! WARNING: Avoid if you are socially anxious. He WILL learn your name and make you participate in class a lot.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: EN1127
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

LOL JUST AVOID HIM. He doesn't really help you during office hours. His feedbacks are not even that clear. HIS QUIZZES ARE HARD AS WELL LIKE WTH. Reaaaaaaally hard marker!!!

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: ENG1127
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

It's kind of hilarious seeing others complain about the "difficulty" of this class. If you try to take the UBC equivalent, you'd be writing 3 essays in the same amount of time Guy gives you to write 1. Guy provides crystal clear feedback, facilitates insightful discussion, and challenges students to think critically. Highly recommend.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: ENG1127
• Grade Received: B-
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

I found Guy to be overall a frustrating instructor who needs to retire already. He is not helpful, not inspirational and contradicts himself often. I wish I never had him as an instructor