Timothy Patterson - Madison Area Technical College

Professor: Timothy Patterson
Department: Music
College: Madison Area Technical College
Rating # 1
Overview:
  • Course: HPR101
  • Grade Received: A+
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Not Mandatory
Comment:
Dr Tim is a fun teacher. His history of pop/rock music was a fun and engaging class. Lots of discussion board posts and listening journals. I printed out the course schedule to stay on top of when things are due. I really did enjoy all the music we got to listen to. Dr Tim even helped me pick out a vinyl record player for beginners!
Rating # 2
Overview:
  • Course: MUSIC101
  • Grade Received: A
  • Overall Rating: 4.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Professor Patterson is a pretty nice guy. He is flexible and can work with students who travel for online classes. The subject itself was not my favorite but he made it more interesting. He is a local musician which is cool and gives him respect in the classroom as a music teacher.
Rating # 3
Overview:
  • Course: MUSIC208
  • Grade Received: A
  • Overall Rating: 2.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: No
  • Attendance: Not Mandatory
Comment:
Was very strict with discussions and would deduct points If you turned in the discussion board the day it was due (he would want us to do it 36 hours before it was due exactly or you would not get full points).
Rating # 4
Overview:
  • Course: MUSIC208
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 4.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: No
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: No
  • Attendance: Not Mandatory
Comment:
Pretty cool. I personally didnt really like the subject but he made it more tolerable.
Rating # 5
Overview:
  • Course: MUSIC208
  • Grade Received: A
  • Overall Rating: 4.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
I had a really good experience with him. He made my class challenging yet fun at the same time. I learned a lot from him, and he made me look forward to going to his class. If you're looking for a music class, try to get one with Patterson.
Rating # 6
Overview:
  • Course: MUSIC101
  • Grade Received: A+
  • Overall Rating: 3.0
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
World Music. Extremely clear on grading. Journal due for every class. Print out powerpoints he provides before class sinve he does go through it very quickly. Mid term, final exam and a 10 minute presentation at the end of semester. Gives the outline for tests a week out so you have plenty of time to prepare. EASY GRADER.
Rating # 7
Overview:
  • Course: MUSICAPPREC1
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 1.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: No
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
This is the worst class I have ever taken, it was online and it sounds easy cause its music appreciation but Timothy makes it extremely difficult and it is just the worst class you could ever take. this should be an easy elective course but it is hard. do not take! unless you love spending hours reading and listening to bad music from 1700s etc.
Rating # 8
Overview:
  • Course: MUSIC207
  • 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:
Tim was awesome. Extremely clear on grading. Journal due for every class. Takes about 10 minutes. Mid term, final exam and a 10 minute presentation at the end of semester. Gives the outline for tests a week out so you have plenty of time to prepare. EASY GRADER :) Leaves questions open ended and gives huge opportunity for extra credit. Loved it!
Rating # 9
Overview:
  • Course: MUAPP1
  • Grade Received: A-
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Excellent teacher. Clear outline of class and expectations. Easy and fun assignments. I would recommend this teacher.
Rating # 10
Overview:
  • Course: MUSIC101
  • Grade Received: B-
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Tim is a wonderful teacher. The outlines of the class are very clear and specific and the material is fun to learn. His classes are geared towards people who love music and have interest in it and his respect for what he does and who he teaches it to is beautiful. Class participation and attendance is mandatory but it's expected when you sign up.
Rating # 11
Overview:
  • Course: MUSIC208
  • Grade Received: A+
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 1.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Super awesome teacher, I have his class and he is super chill. As long as you show up and act like you care he will give you an A. Attendance matters and after two unexcused and your grade drops. But his is a nice teacher, if you're respectful then your good. Definitely take his class!
Rating # 12
Overview:
  • Course: MUSIC101
  • Grade Received: A
  • Overall Rating: 3.0
  • Course Difficulty: 1.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Not Mandatory
Comment:
He certainly was passionate about the subject. I don't love music all that much, especially foreign music, but this guy really gets into it. He's like a well put-together and educated hippie. Fun guy, I'd take another of his classes if I had any real interest in music.
Rating # 13
Overview:
  • Course: MUSIC101
  • Grade Received: B+
  • Overall Rating: 4.5
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
I really don't have a musical ear. Although I find this subject hard to get excited, his passion for music made it exciting. He is really doing what he should be doing! Good teacher!
Rating # 14
Overview:
  • Course: POPROCKHIST
  • Grade Received: A+
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 1.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Tim is a great Proffessor! You could tell he knows a lot about music and enjoys it. The lectures were clear and organized. He also made it interesting by showing videos, and of course playing music. He also was very relatable to the students and there if help was needed.
Rating # 15
Overview:
  • Course: MUSICAPP
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 3.5
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
He is a very good teacher. If you are interested in learning about music, I would recommend this class. He does a decent job at teaching it and you can tell he really loves music. You do a lot of independent learning, and the lectures he gives helps you understand the material. He's a really nice, happy guy and is there to help you.
Rating # 16
Overview:
  • Course: POPROCKHIST
  • Grade Received: A
  • Overall Rating: 4.0
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Tim was a great professor! His lectures were always interesting and well planned out. He is a pretty easy grader and the assignments are not overly difficult. I highly recommend this class as it was the highlight of my busy semester.
Rating # 17
Overview:
  • Course: 32814
  • Grade Received: F
  • Overall Rating: 2.0
  • Course Difficulty: 5.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Was MIA in regards to answering any questions about grades, assignments or policy. I took Music Appreciation as a required elective & I ended up hating music more than anything. He occasionally sent some snide e-mail responses to serious questions that I had & released assignmentstests at varying times. I would not recommend this class with him.
Rating # 18
Overview:
  • Course: POPROCKHIST
  • Grade Received: Not sure yet
  • Overall Rating: 3.0
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Great class, you really learn to appreciate the history of poprock music so much more. Its cool learning and seeing how passionate Tim is about music. Make sure to keep up with listening journals, hardly any tests and a few assignments. He is a very easy grader and very nice as long as you show up and get your stuff done! Would recommend.
Rating # 19
Overview:
  • Course: MUSICAPP
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 3.5
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
He seemed alright to me just stay on top of the homework. Very strict with late work. You will be doing a lot of learning on your own and searching other things to help you.
Rating # 20
Overview:
  • Course: MUSAPP
  • 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:
Learning music online sucks, & Tim doesn't make it any easier. His weekly inputs are honestly minimal; the blackboard assignments are mostly dull & useless. Exams are difficult, but if you love music you'll do well; music samples call for repeated listening. Sadly, I learned all on my own, purely with book and Wikipedia. Maybe he's better in person
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