Kevin Gildea - Carleton University

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Kevin Gildea - Carleton University

Professor: Kevin Gildea

Department: English

College: Carleton University

Rating # 1

Overview:

Course: ENGL1010
Grade Received: A-
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Such a great professor! Very enthusiastic when he lectures, and is very helpful in regards to feedback for papers. I enjoyed his teaching so much I attended 2 of his courses.

Rating # 2

Overview:

Course: ENGL1010
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He is the best professor I have ever had. Our lectures were three hours on a Wednesday night, but it was the best night of the week. He cares a lot and would always be willing to listen if I had to to ask him something or just wanted to chat. Somewhat of a tough grader, but if you work for it, he will give you the mark you want. An amazing prof!

Rating # 3

Overview:

Course: ENG1010
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 is the best professor I am yet to have. He has a great sense of humour, he's very engaging, learned, and so passionate about what he does. I'm not surprised to see that there's 150 reviews on this GOD. he marks fairly and knows when real work is handed in opposed to half-assed assignments. He's the professor you want to have a drink with.

Rating # 4

Overview:

Course: ENG1010
Grade Received: A-
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Kevin Gildea is a favorite of mine. He cares a lot about the material and what the class is about. He is a bit wild, tangents, loud talking, and lots of old time jokes. Show up to class, pay attention like a reasonable human, put in the effort to engage, and you'll do well.

Rating # 5

Overview:

Course: ENGL1010
Grade Received: B-
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

The best professor ever. If he gets to know you, he grades better to fit your style. I recommend taking his class because he actually does care for his students. However, he cannot stand when people come in late or are on their phones for long periods of time. He is honestly like a giddy science teacher. Great guy

Rating # 6

Overview:

Course: ENG1100
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 4.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Overall, a solid 4/5. His lecturing style is delightful and his humour was appreciated. The only critique I have is that he failed to provide sufficient feedback on essays. Sure he corrected grammar and stylistic choices, but I often found myself wondering what I could've done to get a better mark.

Rating # 7

Overview:

Course: ENGL1010
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 1.0
Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

He tries to be as enthusiastic as he can but overall he comes off as condescending because of the way he talks down to students. Dumbs down his lectures to the point where it's demeaning, and on top of that he marks really tough for no good reason. I'd be wary--people like him for his charisma but that's the only thing he's got going.

Rating # 8

Overview:

Course: ENG1000
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

A great teacher who loves to share his knowledge. Hes passionate about teaching and passionate about the subject matter. If you are interested in English literature, take this course!

Rating # 9

Overview:

Course: ENG1000
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

amazing guy

Rating # 10

Overview:

Course: ENG101
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Best prof i've ever had. Doesn't mess around, amazing lectures etc

Rating # 11

Overview:

Course: ENG1000
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 2.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Nice person, topical English professor. I did AP back in grade 12, same reading material Treats students like baby and spend much time on spoon feeding us writing advice & etc., lecture involves too many jokes and irrelevant info. Well-explained examples and analysis, but only when he does go thru the texts and not ranting about background info

Rating # 12

Overview:

Course: ENGL1010
Grade Received: B+
Overall Rating: 3.0
Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Professor Gildea gives interesting lectures and has a lot of knowledge about the subjects he teaches. If you do not follow his format exactly and do not write in a way that reflects his beliefs you will not do well. Although he does give good feedback and help in advance of due dates so if you follow his advice you will do fine.

Rating # 13

Overview:

Course: ENGL1010
Grade Received: Not sure yet
Overall Rating: 3.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

during class he goes briefly through the short stories and briefly brings up topics we can write for the paper. he marks tough in my opinion. every time we hand in an outline or a paper he gives detailed feed back which helps with the next paper. I personally didn't like his style of teaching and I hated his assignments

Rating # 14

Overview:

Course: ENG1001
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Best prof ever he's so gem OG Kevin Inspirational

Rating # 15

Overview:

Course: ENGL1010A
Grade Received: A+
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Took this as a summer class for my English Minor between third and fourth year. Professor Gildea is funny, entertaining, intelligent, and actually knows what he's talking about. If you don't know how to write, you'll learn the basics. If you already know how to write, he'll teach you how to develop stronger ideas to get an A+ essay every time.

Rating # 16

Overview:

Course: CAN2802
Grade Received: B
Overall Rating: 1.0
Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Extremely unhelpful

Rating # 17

Overview:

Course: ENGL1000F
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Really passionate professor. Knows the material and desires the students to get in to it as well. Really enjoyed his candor and teaching style. Take his classes, but they aren't bird courses so be warned.

Rating # 18

Overview:

Course: ENG1000
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

AMAZING. His lectures were great, and it's obvious that he's incredibly passionate about what he teaches. Favourite class of first year by far!

Rating # 19

Overview:

Course: ENGL1010
Grade Received: B+
Overall Rating: 4.5
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Amazing professor, always looking to give feedback and to be the most helpful person he can be. Although he does not remember my name, he makes up for it by giving absolutely inspirational lectures.

Rating # 20

Overview:

Course: ENGL1000F
Grade Received: B+
Overall Rating: 3.5
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

One of the best profs I've had so far. Was it the easiest class? No. But I learned more about so many different topics that to simply label this an "English" class is a bit unfair. Extremely interesting class and as a professor he keeps you very engaged. I skipped a couple of classes in the first semester and I regret it!

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