James Muir - University of Winnipeg

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James Muir - University of Winnipeg

Professor: James Muir

Department: Philosophy

College: University of Winnipeg

Rating # 1

Overview:

Course: PHIL1001
Grade Received: WD
Overall Rating: 2.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Prof for philosophy. COVID CLASS. So it is a zoom class. Never put slides, if you miss the class you are done. Have a hard time understanding his words as he eats them. Won't talk about the essay during class when everyone wants to ask him questions.

Rating # 2

Overview:

Course: PHIL1001
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:

This guy probably changed my life. The material is super interesting, but if you read the same books (primary sources only) without the wisdom and experience of this guy, you'll miss 80% of the point. I sure did before this class. If you're motivated and genuinely interested in broadening your mind, there's no one else I can recommend more.

Rating # 3

Overview:

Course: PHIL1001
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Best teacher I've ever had. My favourite class to date. Solid book choices, great lectures, a huge amount of knowledge, nonbias, humourous, and respectable.

Rating # 4

Overview:

Course: PHIL1001
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Probably the best teacher I've had the pleasure of being in the presence of. I am a first-year University student who took this class for no particular reason other than to get 6 credits. I ended up getting a lot more as his lectures, book choices, knowledge, and humour became my favourite part of the entire year. Highly recommend this prof!

Rating # 5

Overview:

Course: PHIL2291
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 4.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I really enjoyed having him as a professor, however he does not use any type of slides or technology, just talks and jots a few notes on the board, so if you miss a class you'll have to get someones notes.

Rating # 6

Overview:

Course: PHIL1001
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

No other professor at this school will challenge everything you've previously known (or thought to have known) like Dr. Muir does. If you attend class (which is an absolute must in order to pass), it won't take long before you witness your entire outlook on life changing before your eyes.

Rating # 7

Overview:

Course: PHIL2202
Grade Received: A-
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He will change your view and open a door that exposes the truth of the world. Must attend class or there is no chance you will pass. GOAT

Rating # 8

Overview:

Course: PHIL1001
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Best prof I've ever had, gives amazing lectures and is super helpful.

Rating # 9

Overview:

Course: PHIL1001
Grade Received: A-
Overall Rating: 4.5
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Muir is one of the best profs I've had at the UofW. He is a lenient marker and will help you organize your ideas for an essay. It's easy to get confused because it is philosophy after all, but he will straighten out all your confusion if you just ask! He is very approachable, funny and knowledgeable. Also, his lectures never put me to sleep, bonus!

Rating # 10

Overview:

Course: PHIL001
Grade Received: B
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

He's so awesome, smart, funny and overall a great prof. If you don't love him as a prof you are crazy.

Rating # 11

Overview:

Course: PHIL2291
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 3.5
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Muir is incredibly intelligent and knowledgable in what he teaches. Each lecture was interesting and thought-provoking. Attendance is CRUCIAL to a good grade, as the textbook was useless (full of inaccuracies) and notes aren't posted anywhere. If you can get past his sometimes brusque nature, you'll probably enjoy this class.

Rating # 12

Overview:

Course: INTROPHIL1001
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 2.5
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Professor Muir is one of the most educated professors I have come across. I only took Philosophy for my humanities and found myself dropping it near midterm time because I found it personally very confusing. It really makes you think. Easy 6 credit hour class for a humanity.

Rating # 13

Overview:

Course: PHIL1001
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:

Loved this prof! I took a class with him over ten years ago and he changed my life. He takes you through the books so you don't have to read them. His lectures are so clear that you don't have to ask any questions - unless there is something you clarified. The tests are from the lectures. Dr. Muir was amazing and I cannot recommend him more. Best!

Rating # 14

Overview:

Course: INTRO1000
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 3.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Philosophy is tough and not for everyone but, if you immerse yourself in the material and attend all the lectures the rewards are endless. Dr Muir is a great professor who delivers lectures that are consistently thought provoking, and delivered with humour. Cannot recommend enough, tests are tough so be sure to take good notes.

Rating # 15

Overview:

Course: PHIL1001
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 4.0
Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Anytime you write a paper go and discuss with him first. He will help you talk through your ideas as well as provide sources and specific reading to help you.. I got an A on every paper because of his help - he is extremely nice & approachable. Best professor I've ever had! Cannot thank him enough for the knowledge I've gained!

Rating # 16

Overview:

Course: PHIL1001001
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 3.5
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

The exams and papers are graded leniently and fair. Notes are not posted anywhere, therefore attending the class is crucial to pass. By the end of course, you will have a minor understanding of key arguments presented from different philosophers, know many different philosophical jargons and master the art of drawing arrows. +1 for No textbooks.

Rating # 17

Overview:

Course: 1001001
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 2.5
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Prof goes off on several different tangents, difficult to understand what the main point of his lecture is.

Rating # 18

Overview:

Course: 1001001
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 4.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

His knowledge and ability to relate what would otherwise be convoluted Philosophical arguments into our current world and explain them very clearly while making humorous references/bodily actions are great. The exams are hard (it's Philosophy after all) and the essays need to be detailed but just stop by his office and he will clarify everything.

Rating # 19

Overview:

Course: HIST1000
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I can honestly say he is one of the best professors I have ever had.

Rating # 20

Overview:

Course: 1000
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Professor Muir, Is an asset to the University of Winnipeg. He will open your heart and mind to the greater good. Must experience his classes to understand. Seize the opportunity to study with him while he is with University of Winnipeg.

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