Norman Catto - Memorial University of Newfoundland

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Norman Catto - Memorial University of Newfoundland

Professor: Norman Catto

Department: Geography

College: Memorial University of Newfoundland

Rating # 1

Overview:

Course: GEOG4060
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:

Norm is hands down the best prof I've had at MUN! He genuinely wants to see his students succeed and is always willing to help. I've taken 3 courses with him and they were all excellent. He's a fair grader and his lectures are interesting! Wish I could have taken more courses with him this semester!!

Rating # 2

Overview:

Course: GEOG2102
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Catto is an amazing prof, much like most profs in the Geography department at MUN. Made this remote learning semester easier.

Rating # 3

Overview:

Course: GEO1050
Grade Received: A+
Overall Rating: 3.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

His material is straight forward. He is very blunt in emails but not in a disrespectful way. He also grades at a super speed. If you put in the work and have basic reasoning skills, he is good for GEO 1050.

Rating # 4

Overview:

Course: GEO1050
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 2.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

lectures are short which is good. Quizzes are fair, but the assignments are 95% focused on testing your argumentative writing (CREW) model understanding instead of testing your course knowledge which makes zero sense. Also he is very unhelpful & rude in emails and respond with bare minimum.

Rating # 5

Overview:

Course: GEO1050
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 4.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Highly recommend taking a course with Norm Catto! He's a very fair grader! Although the course was online, he is very easy to reach! The course material is dry, but he was very good at making it exciting and goes the extra mile to explain things! My favourite video was when he interviewed a dairy farmer in NL!

Rating # 6

Overview:

Course: GEO1050
Grade Received: A+
Overall Rating: 3.0
Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

The course is easy and his lectures are pretty simple to follow. If youre not one to email profs questions youll have no troubles, but I found he could come off a bit rude and condescending when Id ask a question. Class was weekly quizzes (search the course and you can find them online) and 4 assignments which are graded pretty fairly.

Rating # 7

Overview:

Course: GEO1050
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:

GEO 1050 with Dr. Catto was an easy A. The course wasn't as dry as I had expected. Catto was really easy to follow and makes it very easy for you to succeed in his courses. He is passionate about what he teaches.

Rating # 8

Overview:

Course: ENVS6001
Grade Received: A+
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

One of the best, student friendly professors at MUN. He knows his subject well. Has so much we can gain and know. Loved his class. He's just amazing.

Rating # 9

Overview:

Course: GEOG2102
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:

Norm is a fantastic prof. Easily one of the best instructors at MUN. He really knows his stuff and can answer any possible question you have (that's not an exaggeration). He has very clear expectations and is willing to accommodate students with special needs. Very approachable.

Rating # 10

Overview:

Course: GEOG1050
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Well respected professor. He will go out of his way to ensure your success. Wonderful professor and department head.

Rating # 11

Overview:

Course: GEO2425
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Catto is a very solid choice if you are looking for a good geo prof. He is very caring and understanding towards his students. He genuinely wants you to succeed in his courses, and life in general. He's such a great person and his jokes are pretty funny. He was a breath of fresh air for a 9am lecture, it was worth going to class.

Rating # 12

Overview:

Course: GEOG2425
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Norm is a great professor. He is highly knowledgeable, and makes his lectures appealing to us. He gives a lot of examples to really help us learn the concepts, and truly makes learning enjoyable. Although the material can sometimes be a bit boring, he tries his best to make it interesting. He is very engaging, and readily accessible. Def recommend!

Rating # 13

Overview:

Course: GEOG2425
Grade Received: B
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Norm is my favourite prof in my MUN career thus far. He knows his stuff super well, has great lectures and is very approachable. I really hope I get the chance to take a class with him again. He is a great grader, his TA grades the assignments though. Very accessible outside of class! He is a great prof overall

Rating # 14

Overview:

Course: GEO2102
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Easiest course I've ever taken. I really should have failed this course based on my attendance and effort, but i swear it is literally impossible to fail. He gives you all questions for the exams and is very fair when grading. Do go to class because there are occasional in class responses. Other than that and the labs it's a breeze.

Rating # 15

Overview:

Course: GEOG3332
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 4.5
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Norm is a sweetheart. Took the first field course with him last year and even though it was only one day I would take another course with him. Very clear on what he wants and willing to clarify any issues or discuss. Explains his grading well.

Rating # 16

Overview:

Course: 4XXX
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 4.5
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

one of the best pros at mun!!! natural hazards was something that was really interesting and this man knows his stuff. There are lots of little assignments but they are easy enough and you learn about the coolest things in geography. hes also pretty funny in lectures

Rating # 17

Overview:

Course: GEOG3150
Grade Received: B
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He is just wonderful! Very helpful, will explain until you fully understand. Assignments are easy marks and help with understanding. Information on slides posted but need to go to class!! Final was difficult

Rating # 18

Overview:

Course: GEOGRAPHY2102
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Best prof I have ever had. Extremely insightful, friendly, and helpful. Lectures are a little dry but overall the course and labs are quite easy. Would highly recommend Dr. Catto.

Rating # 19

Overview:

Course: GEOG2102
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Gives very interesting lectures and often gives you hints for exams if you attend class. His tests are very hard but he grades them easily. Very clear and very helpful. Would recommend.

Rating # 20

Overview:

Course: GEOG3230
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 4.0
Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

...Knows everything ever...Has an awesome beard.

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