James McLachlan - Western Carolina University

Professor: James McLachlan

Department: TBD

College: Western Carolina University

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: PAR353
• 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:

Second class with McLachlan and registered for another one. An awesome professor and his lectures are great.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: PAR353
• 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:

I can not say enough about this class or Dr. Mclachlan. This is my second class with him and am signed up to have him again next semester. He is brilliant and engaging. Hands down my favorite professor at WCU.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: PAR146
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

McLachlan is really cool, and obviously enjoys the subject he's discussing. The class is very lecture heavy, but he often goes off more what's in his head then on the powerpoint. I would definitely recommend, especially if you enjoy philosophy or religion topics academically.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: PAR309
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I took philosophy in and of film with Mr. McLachlan and every other week we watched a film and if we didnt do that we had a discussion. There was never any assignments in the class we mainly just had quizzes online and then a 1500 word paper you can do anytime throughout the semester and the final exam. Funny guy and the class was great!

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: PAR309
• 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:

He is the man! Super lectures and very caring. He has a very clear syllabus and lectures are amazing. Taking him again for another class next semester. Loved the films we discussed.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: PAR146
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

McLachlan is so sweet and really knows his stuff. i have his class at 8am so at that time of day everything is boring, but he explains everything really well and makes you think. assignments are pretty easy. theres weekly online quizzes, a couple of chapter outlines and 4 documentaries that you have to watch and answer questions on.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: PAR146
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

My favorite teacher of this semester. He was funny, understanding, and made sure you understood what was going on. He makes you work for your grades, but being an honors class I was in it makes sense. I would recommend him if you enjoy sociology or religion.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: REL
• Grade Received: 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:

One of my favorite professors. He will make you think and see things differently, and always welcomes differing opinions.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: PAR146
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

The class is a really interesting class! I have thouroughly enjoyed it. I wish McLaughlin would post grades througuout the semester so I could have an idea of what I will be getting.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: PAR385
• 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:

Jim is a wonderful teacher! The philosophy department at WCU could rival a program at a more prestigious university, and that's largely thanks to all the work he's done for the program over the years. He will challenge you, so expect to use your brain in his classes.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: FILMPHILOSOP
• 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:

One of my all-time favorite professors. I still keep in touch with him.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: REL
• Grade Received: C+
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Guy really knows his stuff. I was not expecting to like this class, but prof made it so interesting. He makes connections I never saw comming. Understands his subject matter inside and out. Take this one if you can!

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: PHILAMPREL
• 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:

Dr. McLachlan can drone on and on in some lectures, but he is incredibly intelligent and you can learn a lot in his classes.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: PHIL312
• 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:

Very Smart and charming. I enjoyed the class very much, especially our discussions. This Harrison Ford look-a-like can really teach philosophy. Plus he has a cool hat.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: REL314
• 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:

hes funny and a great guy, but he just likes to hear himself talk a lot, and that got kinda boring. other than that, he was interesting at times.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: PHIL320
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

excellent teacher

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: PHIL312
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

What an amazing guy! He really knows his stuff, and knows what makes for good class discussion. He's always available for help if you need it and isn't afraid to share examples from his own life. Take him if you can!