Sandra Preston - McMaster University

Professor: Sandra Preston
Department: Social Work
College: McMaster University
Rating # 1
Overview:
  • Course: 3D06
  • Grade Received: A
  • Overall Rating: 1.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: No
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
i literally had covid and was super sick for almost two weeks, asked for a two day extension on a 12 page paper and she really made it seem like she did not want to give it to me. she does not care about her students at all
Rating # 2
Overview:
  • Course: 3D06
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 1.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: No
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
She's just not a pleasant person that you can talk to and rely on for support. She's really harsh, negative and bitter... Probably one of my least favourite professors
Rating # 3
Overview:
  • Course: SOCIALWK1A06
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 2.5
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
The assignments were simple to do if you did your readings and lecture content was clear. However, Dr. Preston's expectations of assignments were not fully explained and she would constantly give negative feedback to students who asked questions in class.
Rating # 4
Overview:
  • Course: SW1A06
  • Grade Received: A+
  • Overall Rating: 2.0
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: Not Mandatory
Comment:
She asks people to share their opinions in class then rips your argument to shreds sometimes not even connecting it to statements you make. I found her to be extremely rigid and opinionated. Not one of my favourite classes or profs
Rating # 5
Overview:
  • Course: SWORK1A06
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 2.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
the way she teaches/speaks/grades/acts is making me dislike the idea of becoming a social worker. she's very harsh and not very accepting of opinions that differ from hers. she comes off as threatening and not willing to help.
Rating # 6
Overview:
  • Course: SW3D06
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 2.0
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Though she presents a tough exterior within the academy, I observed that Preston would rather save face than advocate for students and challenge her colleagues. Kind of disillusioned...
Rating # 7
Overview:
  • Course: SOCIAWORK
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 3.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
i like this prof! one of the few progressive sw professors in the school
Rating # 8
Overview:
  • Course: SOCWSW
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 2.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
she is not helpful at all, when i e-mailed her about a question she did not try and help me whatsoever. I am afraid to talk in her class because if you say something she does not agree with she shoots you down. The exam was also totally unexpected, she asked questions no one knew and had to give us an extra assignment to try and upgrade our marks
Rating # 9
Overview:
  • Course: SW1A06
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 3.5
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Very interesting and inspiring speaker and course. Made me consider other angles I hadn't before. However, I get the feeling that she's not super thrilled to be there. :(
Rating # 10
Overview:
  • Course: SOCW1A06
  • 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:
Fantastic professor, very independent thinker, fights for the little guy, very involved with local agencies
Rating # 11
Overview:
  • Course: SOWKEVE
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 1.0
  • Course Difficulty: 5.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
She's terrible. She doesn't give clear expectations on she wants and she plays favorites.
Rating # 12
Overview:
  • Course: SWORK1A06
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 1.5
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
This teacher failed to inspire me. She struggled to accept students' opinions and was quick to shoot them down if they asked a question in class. Try go see her during her office hours - and see the reaction you get - you'll come out feeling totally unwelcome. Poor representation of the social work faculty.
Rating # 13
Overview:
  • Course: SW4J03
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 3.5
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Dr. Preston and I did not see 'eye to eye' in 1A06. However, I have since had her in 2 classes and I cannot say enough positive things about her & her teaching. She was supportive to a classmate of mine who experiences personal challenges. This spoke volumes to me. I have her this summer and can't wait. I hope to enjoy another good experience!
Rating # 14
Overview:
  • Course: SOCWK1A06
  • 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:
Very skippable.
Rating # 15
Overview:
  • Course: SWRK1A06
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 1.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
people in the class were angry about how their assignments were being graded .. and she actually started fighting with kids about how it was inappropriate that they were discussing how they were unhappy about their grades ..
Rating # 16
Overview:
  • Course: SWRK1A06
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 2.0
  • Course Difficulty: 5.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
i think this prof is on here twice .. anyhow she is probably the worst prof at the school. such an extremist and expects you to conform to her ideas.. marking scheme is always changing, and she says she's willing to work with you to help you but she never actually makes herself available ..i wish someone had warned me to stay away from this course
Rating # 17
Overview:
  • Course: SOCWK1A06
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 1.5
  • Course Difficulty: 5.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Probably the worst prof I've ever had. She is everything that is wrong with the Mac social work program. Chases away people who would be valuable and dedicated social workers
Rating # 18
Overview:
  • Course: SOCWO1A06
  • 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:
She's alright. I'm not crazy abt her. Hate the class though, cuz they give terrible grade to assignments. Too much reading. Love the movies:P
Rating # 19
Overview:
  • Course: SOC1A06
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 1.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
She once told the class that our opinions could be wrong, even with supporting evidence. she tried to conform the whole class into thinking her way, and everyone else was wrong. i learned nothing from her and feel like the course was a waste of my time
Rating # 20
Overview:
  • Course: SOCWOR
  • 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:
She is an awesome prof. Very nice and makes sure everyone is heard. Well worth taking her classes!
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