Elizabeth Galway - University of Lethbridge

Professor: Elizabeth Galway

Department: TBD

College: University of Lethbridge

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: ENGL1900
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Galway did a really great job of explaining the literature that was covered during the course. There was a lot of it though - although should be expected in an English class. I would not say I took away much from this class and there were no guidelines on how things would be marked or how to write an academic essay, which would have been nice.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: ENGL2610
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Incredible professor and incredible class. She is so intellectual and inspiring. I loved every minute of her course and her passion for what she does is really encouraging. The midterm and final were very straight forward and I was actually excited to take her tests because it is very cool material. Her Children's Literature course is FANTASTIC!!!

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: ENG1900
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Galway has to be one of my favourite professors. I took her English class just as a filler, but it left me wanting to take more of her classes. You do have to be prepared, and read a lot, but it is an English class, what do you expect? Her tests are difficult to do in a 50 min. block, but I never got below 75% on one. Just have to be prepared.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: ENG1900
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Very helpful and thorough. Read the assignments and bring notes and passages for classes as lectures are basically conversations about reading assignments. Absolutely wonderful class and I would for sure take it again!

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: ENGL3070
• Grade Received: C
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

She's very passionate about what she teaches, and super organized, which helps with understanding course content. She cares about all her students, and she's always willing to help. However, not enough time to write tests, and marks essays really hard. can be a GPA crusher even when you try your hardest

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: ENG1900
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Galway is very clear about what she is looking for. If you pay attention, she gives most test answers as notes you are required to take. Close reading of studied text is important, as she asks some specific questions on exams. She is accessible to meet out of class, and she knows what she is doing. I loved this class and would take it again.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: ENG2610
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

she knows what she's doing, and she'll know if you don't

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: ENG4400
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

The course material was clear and shes a nice person but a very tough grader. In another class of the same level, he same papers would have received at least 10 points higher. Actually, it did. The grading isnt very fair.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: ENG2610
• Grade Received: C+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Galway is a great instructor, and if you work hard in the class you can do well. I found that her essays were graded harder and that even though i showed up every class, her tests could be hard. She was willing to meet with me outside of class on many occasions and she is really nice

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: ENG2610
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Galway is a tough grader on papers but her lectures were very clear. If you pay attention, take lots of notes, and do careful reading you can do very well on the tests. However, her tests had some kind of unfair questions that were like trivia and not relevant. On the whole though, I loved her and the class and hope to take more of her classes.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: ENGL2610
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Although a pretty tough grader on writing, Galway's lectures are entertaining and filled with interesting information. She is very open to hearing opinions other than her own, which is refreshing! The tests often have fill in the blanks that deal with tiny details, so pay attention to those in the readings!

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: ENG2610
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

She is a tough grader on essays, however the tests are easy to get a good mark on. Pay attention and take good notes, there are questions on things she has talked about in class. She does not use moodle. The reading material is very interesting.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: ENGL2610
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

She's extremely knowledgeable and serious about what she teaches, which makes her a little intimidating. She marks hard, so don't expect an easy class. In spite of all this, I really enjoyed her class - just make sure you are ready to work hard!

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: 2610
• 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: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Excellent! Loved the fairy tales the most.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: 2610
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

A class worth taking for sure. A tough marker but a good course. Galway makes you work but the books are really good. She's a prof I'd take another class with.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: ENGL2610
• 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:

Loved this class! Would take another with Galway.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: ENGLISH2610
• 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:

Class content was very interesting. The class format was different from most English courses, with very little in-text analysis during class discussion. The texts were great, ranging from fairy tales to Harry Potter.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: ENGL2610
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Professor Galway is extremely organized and prepared for lectures. Her quizzes are a challenge, but if you attend class and take notes, they should be a breeze. She is also very approachable in-person. She may seem intimidating, but she is a brilliant prof who is passionate about her studies. She welcomes class discussion and different perspectives

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: ENGL2610
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Readings are normal, what you would expect. She has not updated her coursepack/reading list in ages. As an A-B student usually I am struggling with her exams. Expect VERY obscure and tough questions: long answer, fill-in-the-blank, and essay. Tough class, wish it wasn't mandatory for Education.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: ENG4400
• 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:

I took this class as my final English class of my degree. I had her for 3008, and was hesitant, but became pleasantly surprised. Yes, she is a hard marker, but she is fair. Taking higher-level classes is recommended - she uses student discussion and presentations to generate discussion. Give her a second chance! I'm glad I did.