John Cater - Douglas College

Professor: John Cater

Department: TBD

College: Douglas College

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: CRIM3340
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

He genuinely cares about his students, probably the best professor to teach intro to policing, gives space for opinions even if he doesnt agree, accommodating, great to listen to, and brings in amazing speakers. I would recommend any class with him, I have had him for 3 classes now

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: CRIM1120
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

For someone who isn't a Crim student and had to take this class for an elective, I would 10/10 recommend John for any class. His instructions are clear. Marks super easy. Totally respectable. Replies to your emails almost instantly. Accountable to his own mistakes. Super knowledgeable as he used to be a staff sergeant. And lectures are interesting.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: CRIM1120
• Grade Received: B-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

One of the greatest professors I've had at Douglas. Gave feedback which improved my writing immensely which John emphasized on having great writing. Assignments are easy when you put some effort and thought it in. It's necessary to attend class to take in everything he says because it's important and it'll be on all the test and exams.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: CRIM1120
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Great prof! He makes classes entertaining and is always there if you need help with anything. Would highly recommend taking his courses.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: CRIM1120
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I've taken 4 CRIM courses with John Cater and he is by far the best professor I've ever had. His lectures are interesting and I genuinely wanted to attend every single lecture. He takes the time to help his students succeed and brings his personal experiences into every lecture. I would definitely take a class with him again!

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: CRIM4440
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

John is amazing, he is interesting and his classes are enjoyable. Hes very easy to talk to and extremely reasonable. Would 100% recommend him to anyone. Big fan.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: CRIM3380
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

John was one of the best teachers I've ever had. He is a recently retired RCMP sergeant who is well respected in the field. His guest lectures consisted of RCMP members from gang and drug enforcement as well as a member of CFSEUBC. His class was very interesting and I was sad when the semester ended. I highly recommend this teacher.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: CRIM1120
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Best professor I have ever had. Lectures are entertaining but also very informative. Very open and makes an effort to understand the students and what interests them.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: CRIM1120
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Hands down the best teacher I have ever had! If you are interested in policing, he is a great teacher especially because not only he is down to earth, but is a former staff Sargent from the RCMP.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: CRIM1120
• 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:

The material you learn in the course is very applicable to real life, which makes studying & attending lectures a lot more interesting especially since John uses his own personal experiences as an RCMP officer as examples! As long as you read the textbook & put effort into studying, you will be fine! The tests are fair, clear, & straightforward.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: CRIM1120
• 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:

He is amazing! His lectures are not boring he likes people to participate. Always compliments us on how smart we are. If you study you'll always do well on the tests cause the questions are not difficult. Always is up to date on the latest things. Really amazing best Prof I think I'll ever have.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: CRIM1120
• 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:

Hands down a great teacher! He has been in the RCMP for like 27 years so he definitely knows his stuff. He integrates a lot of real life stories and examples which makes it interesting. He gets side-tracked sometimes and doesn't always use visuals but the subject matter is usually engaging so that makes up for it! His tests are fair.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: CRIM1100
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

John was one of the best profs I've had so far. He is an experienced RCMP officer so he knows what he's talking about, willing to answer any question/offer help, tells interesting stories, brings it guests to further explain subjects, and his exams are open book. he mostly tests off the text and not lecture. Would take again, sense of humor too!

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: CRIM1120
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Best professor for Crim that you can get. He is an amazing teacher and makes the material super interesting. Attendance is not required but the classes are definitely worth going to. The tests were multiple choice and very simple. He is a fair marker on papers. Overall an amazing class and an easy A.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: CRIM4440
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Hands down the best prof I have had at Douglas College... He is a staff sergeant with the RCMP and shares his amazing stories in class. He literally brings in 4 guest lecturers based on the student's choice's (related to policing and justice). Funniest prof ever and literally tells you whats gonna be on the tests/assignment . Easy A must take !

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: CRIM4440
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

John is by far one of the best profs I've ever had. He cares about his students doing well, is very easy to talk to/contact outside of class. Uses examples from his own experiences to make the material come alive. Great guest speakers. Take hm for as many classes as you can!

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: CRIM4440
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Really good, well spoken teacher. Brings in guest speakers relevant to what you are learning. Tests are basically from the text book (CRIM1120) and require writing for CRIM4440. Make sure you get your papers proofread, especially for the higher level class.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: CRIM1120
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He's really interested in students doing well, participating, enjoying themselves, and learning new things. He cracks jokes and is vey knowledgeable. He's a staff sergeant for the RCMP and uses his own experiences to enhance the course and he tells stories. He's on the side of the students who put effort in. WOULD HIGHLY RECOMMEND

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: CRIM1120
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Amazing prof! He genuinely wants his students to do well. It helps that he's an actual staff sergeant so he has first hand experience in the field. Super nice guy and very polite and easy on the eyes too. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: CRIM4440
• 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:

Great instructor and nice to look at. His lectures are very interesting and his knowledge of the subject is awesome. His guest speakers are very interesting and they are willing to answer any questions that you have. I have taken 2 classes with John and will take any other classes that he teaches. Best criminology instructor Douglas has