Murray Pomerance - Ryerson University

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Murray Pomerance - Ryerson University

Professor: Murray Pomerance

Department: Sociology

College: Ryerson University

Rating # 1

Overview:

Course: SOC903
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 1.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Very knowledgeable and passionate about film, however it is difficult to engage in the class when he belittles your responses and insists on being condescending. Wouldn't ever take him again! He's not a good teacher.

Rating # 2

Overview:

Course: SOC902
Grade Received: B+
Overall Rating: 4.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

i am not a big fan of the prof or the way he treats other students. BUUT I really enjoyed the class. Remember to do the weekly readings and the to attend each and every class- that way you are able to get a passing grade. HE is not so friendly, when i asked about something for my final essay- but still a good class overall.

Rating # 3

Overview:

Course: SOC902
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 4.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Great prof! Very energetic and loud. He can be a bit rude at times. As long you do your readings you'll be fine for the quizzes. Alot of people panicked over the 45% essay but he isn't a tough grader so don't worry.

Rating # 4

Overview:

Course: SOC902
Grade Received: A-
Overall Rating: 4.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Murray is very knowledgable and it shows. Going to class was always a treat. He is a bit intimidating though. Do not walk into class late or during a film clip because he is quick to react. Overall, go to class and make sure to read the textbook because there are weekly quizzes based on it. There is also 1 essay (no midterm or exam).

Rating # 5

Overview:

Course: SOC902
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 1.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Knowledgeable within varying topics of film. However, quick-tempered & condescending. Instead of offering constructive feedback to students, Murray dismisses thoughts and belittles responses. Simple quizzes based on lecture/readings. No final, one essay. Refuses to provide any assistance on essay after essay is assigned - a month before its due.

Rating # 6

Overview:

Course: SOC902
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 1.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Murray is knowledgeable about severals aspects of Hollywood films (e.g., cinematic techniques) and is very passionate about it. However, he is quick-tempered and condescending toward students, which makes it difficult to participate and be engaged in the class.

Rating # 7

Overview:

Course: SOC903
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:

You will not find a professor more passionate about teaching their respective subject as this professor. My writing has improved and my appreciation for the subject matter has dramatically increased. This will be a challenging class and requires thorough readings but the content is life-changing.

Rating # 8

Overview:

Course: SOC902
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Murray is a great professor! He may seem intimidating but he really isn't. He is knowledgeable about the course and really passionate about it. There is one quiz every week which consists of 4 questions (multiple choice) and a final essay- no exam!! I really enjoyed the class!

Rating # 9

Overview:

Course: SOC902
Grade Received: B+
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Best class ever. Murray is so intelligent and passionate, I absolutely loved this class. He has an impressive breadth of knowledge regarding film and the production of film with specific attention on hollywood genres. This class is very mentally stimulating - never a dull moment. 5/5 would recommend to anyone who is passionate about film.

Rating # 10

Overview:

Course: SOC525
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:

hard work but nice guy.a little cranky, but he's old

Rating # 11

Overview:

Course: SOC903
Grade Received: C+
Overall Rating: 1.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Worse class ever, honestly he's so rude. Guys Idk man I read the reviews before taking his class thought he wouldnt be so bad but i was wrong!! He has a specific citation method, and he's so picky! Be ready to get a 0 if you dont send him your assignment in proper doc format or proper subject heading,

Rating # 12

Overview:

Course: SOC903
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 1.5
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Pro: No final exam Con: everything else. Complete waste of time class, was taught nothing. He is extremely condescending and rude. AVOID.

Rating # 13

Overview:

Course: SOC902
Grade Received: B+
Overall Rating: 4.5
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

There is no final exam, only an essay and a multiple choice quiz each week. He does not post PowerPoints so you have to go to class and take notes in order to pass the very easy quizzes based on the textbook. The only thing is that he is very strict about emailing him and he comes off as scary however he definitely knows what he is talking about!

Rating # 14

Overview:

Course: SOC902
Grade Received: WD
Overall Rating: 1.0
Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

it was terrible.

Rating # 15

Overview:

Course: SOC902
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Murray makes the course very interesting through his teaching style and use of film clips. Doesn't allow technology to be used in his class but he's so animated/eccentric that you're seldom bored. In-class quizzes worth 50% were easy and the 50% essay topic was an easy 2,000 words. Great course overall, I'd definitely take a class with Murray again

Rating # 16

Overview:

Course: SOC902
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Easy course, he practically gives you 50% for free. He does his best to keep the class engaged and his lecture are very unique.

Rating # 17

Overview:

Course: SOC903
Grade Received: A+
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

If you are a slacker, easily offended, or cannot take criticism, this class probably isn't for you. The essay rulesguidelines are very strict, but I found that it pressured me to submit the best work that I could. You get the freedom to write about what you want. Few profs are as thought provoking and interesting as Murray.

Rating # 18

Overview:

Course: SOC903
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:

I do not think he should be teaching this class, or maybe this class should not be under "sociology" what he talks in lectures, what he shows and what you read form textbook are completely different things that you have to somehow use all those things in an essay that is marked very very hardly. dont take this class unless you are an artsy art stdn

Rating # 19

Overview:

Course: SOC903
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 2.5
Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Yes, he is condescending. Yes, he demands that people show up on time (which is perfectly fair). Yes, he makes me wonder what he smoked before coming to class. That said, these things are not what put me off. What puts me off is that he works very hard to stress out his students in really rude ways, which is not ok.

Rating # 20

Overview:

Course: SOC902
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 1.5
Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

As a professor, he's awful. I have never felt more inferior then when I'm sitting Pomerance's class. He makes you feel stupid and incapable of anything, while he bounces around acting like he is the best person in the world. That being said his class is the easiest I've taken. Just one easy essay and quizzes based on the readings and lectures.

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