James Anderson - University of Wisconsin - Madison

Professor: James Anderson

Department: TBD

College: University of Wisconsin - Madison

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: PHILO304
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Definitely one of the best classes i have taken thus far. Anderson is such a genuine and interesting guy. Thanks so much for a great semester!

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: PHIL304
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

A genuine person. He brought philosophy to life and shared a wealth of experience

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: PHIL304
• 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:

Simply, Amazing

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: PHILO304
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Easily one of the best and most enjoyable classes I have ever taken in my life.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: PHIL304
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

This is the best class I have taken in my college career. Professor Anderson is one of the most intelligent, hilarious, and compassionate people I have ever met. Hearing his stories taught me as much about the "meaning of life" as the philosophers we read.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: PHIL304
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Anderson is a great professor! I always loved going to Philosophy class, it was easily my favorite class of the semester. Unfortunately he is retiring, and future students will not have the opportunity to be taught by him. He will be missed.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: PHILO253
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

LOVED the class and actually made me look forward to Mondays! Jim was extremely helpful during office hours and lectures were really easy to follow. Subject matter was interesting, would recommend this class for anyone.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: PHIL253
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Anderson is a sweetheart. His class is well-run and organized. He tells increasingly personal stories about his life and kids that make you want to hug him. Even though the subject is pretty specific and academic, I'd recommend this class overall. Also it's pretty easy.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: PHIL441
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

very enlightening stuff...2 papers, 2 tests, final isn't cumulative...not too tough, but i had phil. experience...great professor, made coming to class something to look forward to...like all good phil. classes, really makes you think.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: PHILO253
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Have philo experience before taking this. He is the most personable and friendly professor I've had so far. Go to office hours, get involved in discussion, ask questions. I'm a philo major, and must admit its not the most thought provoking material, but it does really impact how you see art, and the class ends with a beautiful way to see life.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: PHILO441
• Grade Received: N/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:

You are the Bomb, awesome awesome awesome and also HOT

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: PHIL441
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Um, I guess he's clear with his expectations and teaching, but I really don't like the way he taught the class. I felt like I was in a 100 level course--taking notes on the outlines of readings..more memorization than learning in this class.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: PHILO253
• 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:

Should only be open to people who have taken Philosophy 101. Unless you have a philosophical train of thought and like writing philosophical papers, don't take it. He was, however, an excellent professor, willing to help, and provided incredibly thorough review sheets. All in all, my own fault, not interested in the subject matter.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: PHIL253
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Philosophy of the Arts is one of the best classes I've taken here. Anderson is hilarious, and very very smart. Almost every lecture was inspiring to me; we covered a lot of great material. He is clear with his expectations, and lectures are always entertaining. If you do the readings and pay attention, you'll do well in the class, and have fun.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: PHI441
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I enjoyed this class so much that I registered to take Philosophy of the Arts next semester just to have Jim as a professor again! Do the reading, get involved in discussions, go talk to him during his office hours, and you'll really enjoy any of his classes.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: PHIL253
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Superb class. Professor Anderson is an excellent teacher; he presents the material extremely clearly, he is great with helping out if you have questions, exams and papers aren't that difficult, and he is a fair grader. Lectures are interesting and entertaining -- he has a good sense of humor. Not your tyical philosophy class. Highly recommended!

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: PHIL253
• 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:

Class is captivating and presented in a very consice manner. In fact, by going to lecture, you can bipass most of the readings. I definitely recommend.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: PHIL253
• 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:

I definitely don't like philosophy but i loved this class. his enthusiasm keeps your attention. he grades pretty fair so dont be concerned as long as you go to lecture.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: PHILOSOPHY253
• 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:

Nice guy, always enthusiastic. Very straightforward and teaches a good class.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: PHIL253
• 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:

He's a great guy. Funny, interesting, and always willing to help students. He made me think more about art than I ever had before, in a good way.