John Martin - Kwantlen Polytechnic University - Surrey

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John Martin - Kwantlen Polytechnic University - Surrey

Professor: John Martin

Department: Geography

College: Kwantlen Polytechnic University - Surrey

Rating # 1

Overview:

Course: GEOG1110
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

I had John for both 1110 and 1120. He allows group work for graded quizzes. Very generous marker and a very friendly guy. Clearly explains concepts that would usually be fairly confusing to me. Was willing to rearrange midterms in order for me to take them. Super super nice guy, would highly recommend!

Rating # 2

Overview:

Course: GEOG1210
Grade Received: A+
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Amazing prof!!! Classes are a ton of fun, so while they aren't technically mandatory its worth it to show up anyways. Excellent at answering weird questions that are a little outside of the box, and will definitely get you interested in geology whether it is your major or not. If you're looking for a good elective, this is it!!!

Rating # 3

Overview:

Course: GEO1120
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:

He has a lot of knowledge. He loves having fun with students. He is a fair marker.

Rating # 4

Overview:

Course: GEO1110
Grade Received: A-
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Best professor I've had so far though he's a tough marker.

Rating # 5

Overview:

Course: GEO1120
Grade Received: B+
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

John is a very knowledgeable prof and is really funny. He loves rocks so if you don't mind learning about it, take this class. Quite a bit of memorization for exams but it's not too bad and midterms are fairly easy, you just need to add a bit of detail. He gives 10 long answer Q's and you pick 3. Labs in class are easy marks.

Rating # 6

Overview:

Course: GEO1120
Grade Received: Not sure yet
Overall Rating: 4.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Very passionate about geology and geography which makes him a difficult marker if you miss things in the tests but is generous if you don't. don't skip lectures even though they are heavy. The lectures are available online but are incomplete and he goes over most of the blanks without students asking. A good prof for those taking geography courses

Rating # 7

Overview:

Course: GEOG2390
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 4.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

One of BEST PROF i have ever seen. Make lectures interesting. Lots of easy stuff even in 2nd year course. Very helpful notes. All the exams from his notes. No quizzes.

Rating # 8

Overview:

Course: GEO1110
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

If you see this, JUST TAKE THE CLASS with him you will have no regrets I promise.

Rating # 9

Overview:

Course: GEO1110
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Even though I just took this class because I have to have three quantitative courses for my degree, John definitely makes the class interesting. I ended up enjoying most parts of his course because of how passionate he is about what he teaches. He really cares about his students and will be happy to help any time you ask.

Rating # 10

Overview:

Course: GEOG1110
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:

My first geography class and I loved it. He's very passionate about what he's teaching and on more than one occasion I was laughing at his enthusiasm as he was teaching us. His tests are fair but far from easy. There is very little multiple choice and a lot of writing. He marks very generously with part marks when you're close.

Rating # 11

Overview:

Course: GEO1110
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Best Professor I have ever had. He is very passionate about the material and gives off such a positive vibe. He's very willing to help and he just makes the class and the material fun and interesting. If you're thinking about taking him do it!

Rating # 12

Overview:

Course: GEOG1120
Grade Received: C
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Best teacher ever. You really have to study though.

Rating # 13

Overview:

Course: GEO1120
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 3.5
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Studying about rocks and listening about how they are formed can be boring however John is really passionate about geology .His lectures are really funny, his notes that he posts online ahead of time are clear and he really tries to make you do well in the course. His midterms can be a bit hard but if you study the material you'll be fine.

Rating # 14

Overview:

Course: GEOG1000
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 4.5
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Very good prof! Wish I can have more class with him. I love his passion for physical geo rocks

Rating # 15

Overview:

Course: GEOG1120
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

John is one of the best educators at Kwantlen. He is always animated while giving his lectures and he is passionate about what he teaches. His midterms really test what you've learned but he prepares you for it. He's an incredibly inspiring individual, really smart, super funny and just a motivational guy all around. would take him again.

Rating # 16

Overview:

Course: ENVI
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 3.5
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He is entertaining but hard marker. Be ready to put in a lot of work!

Rating # 17

Overview:

Course: GEOG1120
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

By far one of the best teacher I have had. He is super passionate about what he's talking about and he genuinely wants all of his students to do well in his course. it can be heavy on the notes at times but John will go the extra mile to make sure you understand everything. He also makes class interesting by showing cool videos. Overall great prof!

Rating # 18

Overview:

Course: GEOG1120R10
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 4.5
Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Best teacher I've ever had.

Rating # 19

Overview:

Course: GEOG1100
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:

made the textbook come alive

Rating # 20

Overview:

Course: GEOG1120
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:

Really Good teacher, tests make sure you know your stuff. Does a lot of stuff with rocks.

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