James Winter - University of Windsor

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James Winter - University of Windsor

Professor: James Winter

Department: Communication

College: University of Windsor

Rating # 1

Overview:

Course: FILM140
Grade Received: A+
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

If you're looking for a class with lots of interesting movies, a kind prof, and 3 of the easiest exams you'll ever write, Id suggest you take film studies. Just make sure you're there at the very start of class or he won't accept your paper.

Rating # 2

Overview:

Course: FILM140
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 3.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Okay

Rating # 3

Overview:

Course: BA495
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 2.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Nice guy, but not so great as an instructor. Sounded a bit full of himself. Thinks that he knows everything, which is not true. I expected more from this class, but sadly paid for 6 credits and did not learn any valuable/new information.

Rating # 4

Overview:

Course: FILM140
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

A good professor and an interesting class, watched lots of good movies and it is important to your exams.

Rating # 5

Overview:

Course: FILM140
Grade Received: Not sure yet
Overall Rating: 2.0
Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

if you know someone who took the class before you, you dont even have to show up. Just watch the movies at home and read their notes on his lecture. exams are multiple choice and all the questions are on blackboard. all you have to do is google the answers and memorize.

Rating # 6

Overview:

Course: POPCULTURE302
Grade Received: A-
Overall Rating: 3.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Winter is an old school prof with good intentions & a sense of humor. No phones & no laptops in class. Lectures were unorganized but interesting & he sometimes shuts down opposing views (unintentionally I think). Tests were fair M/C based on specifics from lectures & readings. Paper was heavily weighted but on a related topic of our choice.

Rating # 7

Overview:

Course: FILM140
Grade Received: A+
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

He taught me intro to film studies. he honestly wants the students to do well unlike a lot of other profs. Even if you disagree with his views it doesn't really matter. He doesn't mind discussing opinions. And if you don't care that much then just memorize the MC and you're guaranteed a good mark on the tests

Rating # 8

Overview:

Course: FILM101
Grade Received: B-
Overall Rating: 1.5
Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

So condicending when students participate in class. Says the class is to build an understanding and opinion for film and be able to analysis for a full appreciation. But everything is based on his opinion on the film (usually feminist). His exams are all multiple choice but usually "what is the most right" but all answers in the question are right

Rating # 9

Overview:

Course: 40425
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 4.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Winter is one of the most unique and interesting professors at the U. He was the first prof I encountered in University that took the time to learn our names and ask us every day for feedback. He is very eccentric but he is so full of knowledge and quick wit. I only wish I could have taken more of his courses, truly my favourite professor.

Rating # 10

Overview:

Course: 0240140
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 3.5
Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

I had him in 2014. While he is still a "my opinion is always right" kind of professor, he's completely bearable, especially since he's honest enough to admit that he wants the whole class to become feminists. He is a decent guy, the course is easy, just do the work. Ignore the feminist indoctrination, listen to what he says, and enjoy easy marks!

Rating # 11

Overview:

Course: NMS150
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:

I emailed the professor asking for clarification - he replied with a sarcastic and unhelpful 3 word email with lots of exclamation marks. I called him out, and he reported me to the provost. It never got better. I have no idea how he is teaching. Avoid if possible.

Rating # 12

Overview:

Course: FILM1
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:

Stupidest class ever. Don't take unless you must. Makes me question teaching. This class is so bad, all I can do is laugh to keep from throwing things at the prof.

Rating # 13

Overview:

Course: FILM140
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:

Two rules of thumb - know his opinion and don't stray from it (even if you disagree), and never use a cell or laptop in class! He makes his opinion known and, if you don't agree, you're wrong. Tests even have "in professors opinion..." as questions. Has called out students for cell phone use, and thrown them out. Knows his stuff, but, wow...

Rating # 14

Overview:

Course: MEDIA1
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:

Each professor has their own way of teaching. We should put our bias away in the very beginning. I am not a big fan of him in the very beginning, but I changed my mind later. He is so helpful and very kind. Anyway, I think he is a great professor!

Rating # 15

Overview:

Course: FILM140
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 1.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Didn't teach us anything. Just put on a movie and then went on about his opinion on the movie afterwards. All the actual learning was Independent and in the text book. Wasn't open to personal opinion and made people feel dumb for having one.

Rating # 16

Overview:

Course: COMM0140
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 1.5
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Surprised the class and his ego didn't clash as much as I thought it would at the beginning of the course. Seemed only to be teaching to spite the dean. Does not allow any computer or cell phone use so if that is your thing stay away.

Rating # 17

Overview:

Course: MEDIA225
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:

If you are closed-minded you will rate this great professor poorly. He is brilliant and unique. His classes are fabulous. He presents an unusual perspective and lets you choose your preference. BUT, you have to demonstrate an awareness of alternative views to the mainstream.

Rating # 18

Overview:

Course: COMM225
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 1.5
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Preface on the final read "This class is not about regurgitating the teacher's opinion...". Fully a third of the questions than began with "In the professor's opinion..." That's all you need to know. He's a windbag, plain and simple. Just choose whatever answer most bashes the media or the mainstream in general and you're good to go.

Rating # 19

Overview:

Course: INTROFILM
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:

Very disorganized. His midterms were largely based on his opinions. Interrupts students, and argues if he disagrees. Not professional, in the very least. His lectures are hard to sit through. Save yourself the headache. Don't take this class.

Rating # 20

Overview:

Course: MEDLT225
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 1.5
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He is opinionated and arrogant. You have to use the textbooks he wrote as class texts and no opinion is correct but his own. Tests are easy if you know to pick the answer that shouldn't be correct. Don't disagree with him or an argument ensues. Class is always entertaining though for that reason.

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