200 ST. MICHAEL'S COLLEGE ST. MICHAEL'S COLLEGE COURSES

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1 200 ST. MICHAEL'S COLLEGE Introduction ST. MICHAEL'S COLLEGE COURSES Thank you to the Staff and Faculty of St. Michael's College for the assistance in providing these evaluations. Editor SMC 103Y1Y Catholicism Instructor(s): R. Locklin Enr: 64 Resp: 48 Retake: 61% Presents Explains Communicates Teaching Workload Difficulty Learn Exp Students thought Locklin was very passionate about the material and a helpful instructor. Students felt that the course had a great deal of required reading. SMC 141Y1Y Introduction to the Irish Language Enr: 30 Resp: 21 Retake: 100% Presents Explains Communicates Teaching Workload Difficulty Learn Exp Nic Dhiarmada was described as a fantastic, engaging instructor who taught with enthusiasm. He was described as helpful when students had questions and seemed to genuinely care about the progress and development at all in his class. Many students would retake the course and/or recommend it to a friend. SMC 141Y1Y Introduction to the Irish Language Instructor(s): D. Callaghan Enr: 27 Resp: 19 Retake: 94% Presents Explains Communicates Teaching Workload Difficulty Learn Exp SMC 175H1F Mediaeval Civilization Instructor(s): J. Harris Enr: 47 Resp: 29 Retake: 66% Presents Explains Communicates Teaching Workload Difficulty Learn Exp Harris was described as a passionate instructor who enjoyed the class with her enthusiasm. Several students felt, however, that there was a lack of clear assignment expectations and a disparity between lecture content and argued readings. The course load - while enjoyable - was a little excessive for a half-credit course but overall was well received by students. SMC 201H1S Christianity and Literature Instructor(s): A. Bolintineanu Enr: 31 Resp: 17 Retake: 94% Presents Explains Communicates Teaching Workload Difficulty Learn Exp Students very much enjoyed Bolintineanu's lecture style and clear passion for the material. SMC 203Y1Y Christianity Encounters the Secular World Instructor(s): J. Pagliaroli Enr: 52 Resp: 25 Retake: 75% Presents Explains Communicates Teaching Workload Difficulty Learn Exp Pagliaroli was described as friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful. SMC 204H1F Christianity and Asia Instructor(s): T. Fay Enr: 14 Resp: 11 Retake: 100% Presents Explains Communicates Teaching Workload Difficulty Learn Exp Fay was lauded as a knowledgeable instructor who taught with much enthusiasm and who was accessible for students questions. Many students appreciated his helpful lecture powerpoints and his fast return rate of assignments and tests. All students seemed to enjoy the course and the readings.

2 ASSU ANTI-CALENDAR 201 SMC 205H1F Varieties of Christian Experience Enr: 51 Resp: 26 Retake: 70% Presents Explains Communicates Teaching Workload Difficulty Learn Exp Some described Silano as a knowledgeable, enthusiastic instructor who taught with passion. He was readily available to answer student questions. Students felt that the course lacked a coherent structure. Silano assigned long readings the night before the lecture and failed to post lecture outlines and slides. SMC 211H1S The Middle Ages and the Movies Instructor(s): G. Dinkova-Bruun Enr: 60 Resp: 38 Retake: 52% Presents Explains Communicates Teaching Workload Difficulty Learn Exp Students desired more feedback on assignments, and test expectations. They felt the instructor did not adequately communicate the requirements but they felt that the instructor was knowledgeable and well-versed in the subject matter. SMC 216Y1Y Ritual and Worship Instructor(s): M. O'Connor Enr: 48 Resp: 37 Retake: 75% Presents Explains Communicates Teaching Workload Difficulty Learn Exp Students felt that O'Connor was available to help, had a genuine interest in the well-being of students, and displayed excellent knowledge of the subject matter while communicating the material with enthusiasm. SMC 219Y1S Mass Media in Culture and Society Instructor(s): F. Guardiani Enr: 215 Resp: 69 Retake: 54% Presents Explains Communicates Teaching Workload Difficulty Learn Exp Students felt that Guardiani was not an authority on the topics covered and had problems with organization and punctuality. Students felt he read too much without contributing anything additional to the lectures. Students felt he displayed some interest in the course material. SMC 222H1S Medieval Latin I Instructor(s): A. Andree Enr: 13 Resp: 6 Retake: 80% Presents Explains Teaching Workload Difficulty Learn Exp SMC 228H1F Elements of Material Bibliography and Print Culture Instructor(s): L. Eckert Enr: 146 Resp: 84 Retake: 80% Presents Explains Communicates Teaching Workload Difficulty Learn Exp Eckert was described as a brilliant instructor who made the dense course material fun and engaging. Students iterated how enthusiastic she was in her approach. A few students did feel that the instructor's grading standards were vague, that a discrepancy between the required and recommended readings existed, and that Eckert sometimes spoke too fast. Many also felt that the coursework was a bit to excessive for a half-year course. In all, almost all students described this course as their all-time U of T - favourite and would encourage a friend to take the class. SMC 232H1F Models of Relating Christianity and Science Instructor(s): Y. Fehige Enr: 27 Resp: 22 Retake: 54% Presents Explains Communicates Teaching Workload Difficulty Learn Exp Students thought the course was challenging but appreciated Fehige's enthusiasm. SMC 240Y1Y Celtic Cultures Through the Ages Instructor(s): A. Dooley; T. Morris Enr: 34 Resp: 28 Retake: 77% Dooley: Presents Explains Communicates Teaching Morris: Presents Explains Communicates Teaching Course: Workload Difficulty Learn Exp

3 202 ST. MICHAEL'S COLLEGE SMC 242Y1Y An Introduction to Scottish Gaelic Instructor(s): D. Livingston-Lowe Enr: 11 Resp: 8 Retake: 100% Presents Explains Teaching Workload Difficulty Learn Exp Students felt the instructor and course were exceptionally engaging an that the course was a valuable learning experience. SMC 251H1F Intermediate Irish Language I Enr: 11 Resp: 11 Retake: 100% Presents Explains Communicates Teaching Workload Difficulty Learn Exp SMC 252H1S Intermediate Irish Language II Instructor(s): D. Callaghan Enr: 9 Resp: 6 Retake: 100% Presents Explains Communicates Teaching Workload Difficulty Learn Exp SMC 271H1F Equity and Diversity in Education Instructor(s): M. McIntyre Enr: 31 Resp: 26 Retake: 60% Presents Explains Communicates Teaching Workload Difficulty Learn Exp SMC 272H1F Child and Adolescent Development in Education Instructor(s): L. Dack Enr: 31 Resp: 30 Retake: 92% Presents Explains Communicates Teaching Workload Difficulty Learn Exp Students thought Dack was an excellent instructor who displayed great enthusiasm. SMC 291H1S Broadcast Media and Culture Instructor(s): P. Babiak Enr: 64 Resp: 36 Retake: 85% Presents Explains Communicates Teaching Workload Difficulty Learn Exp Students thought there was too much material covered and too many assignments for a half-year credit. SMC 300H1S Special Topics in Book and Media Studies I (Meditating the Social: Social Technology and Networks) Instructor(s): S. Grimes Enr: 80 Resp: 50 Retake: 79% Presents Explains Communicates Teaching Workload Difficulty Learn Exp Grimes was an enthusiastic and very approachable instructor. SMC 305H1S Christianity and Popular Culture Instructor(s): J. Harris Enr: 157 Resp: 93 Retake: 64% Presents Explains Communicates Teaching Workload Difficulty Learn Exp The grading was very unfair and expectations of assignments were not outlined clearly enough and students wanted more feedback. They felt Harris was an enthusiastic instructor and made good use of examples. Students found the lectures interesting and engaging. SMC 307Y1Y Scripture in Christian Tradition Instructor(s): D. Donovan Enr: 55 Resp: 37 Retake: 94% Presents Explains Communicates Teaching Workload Difficulty Learn Exp Donovan was described as very knowledgeable and enthusiastic. Students thought highly of his selection of readings and organization. SMC 310H1S The Catechism of the Catholic Church Enr: 34 Resp: 13 Retake: 75% Presents

4 ASSU ANTI-CALENDAR 203 Explains Communicates Teaching Workload Difficulty Learn Exp SMC 311H1F Why the Church Enr: 44 Resp: 30 Retake: 82% Presents Explains Communicates Teaching Workload Difficulty Learn Exp SMC 315H1F The Newspaper in Canadian Society Instructor(s): M. Valpy Enr: 65 Resp: 44 Retake: 75% Presents Explains Communicates Teaching Workload Difficulty Learn Exp Students thought Valpy was very helpful and enthusiastic. They thought the guest speakers were excellent, but some students wished Valpy lectured more. Students felt the final assignment lacked definite grading criteria. SMC 324H1F The Study of the Bible in the Middle Ages Instructor(s): A. Andree Enr: 29 Resp: 24 Retake: 95% Presents Explains Communicates Teaching Workload Difficulty Learn Exp Andree was enthusiastic and knowledgeable about the course material. Students found the lecture content to be interesting and engaging. The students appreciated the instructors helpfulness and clarity of tone when in lecture. SMC 339H1F Modern Gaelic Literature Enr: 10 Resp: 10 Retake: 100% Presents Explains Teaching Workload Difficulty Learn Exp Students thought the instructor was great, and enjoyed the material. SMC 342Y1Y Literature of Three Nations: Ireland, Scotland, & Wales Enr: 12 Resp: 9 Retake: 87% Presents Explains Communicates Teaching Workload Difficulty Learn Exp Students described O'Connor as an excellent instructor who was very knowledgeable and understanding. SMC 343Y1Y Celtic Literature and Society Instructor(s): K. Mills Enr: 14 Resp: 12 Retake: 83% Presents Explains Communicates Teaching Workload Difficulty Learn Exp SMC 346Y1Y Celtic Folklore and Music Enr: 34 Resp: 31 Retake: 93% Presents Explains Communicates Teaching Workload Difficulty Learn Exp Wilson was described as very passionate about the subject matter, and students felt this was reflected in the lectures. Students thought Wilson was an excellent, and informative instructor. SMC 348Y1Y Modern Irish History Enr: 22 Resp: 17 Retake: 100% Presents Explains Communicates Teaching Workload Difficulty Learn Exp Wilson was described as an exceptional instructor who was very knowledgeable and charismatic. Students thought he was one of the best instructors they have ever had. SMC 350H1S Celtic Spirituality Instructor(s): D. Brielmaier Enr: 29 Resp: 24 Retake: 95% Presents Explains Communicates Teaching

5 204 ST. MICHAEL'S COLLEGE Workload Difficulty Learn Exp Students thought Brielmaier was an excellent instructor, and commended his enthusiasm and knowledge. SMC 354H1F Early Celtic Cinema Enr: 15 Resp: 13 Retake: 75% Presents Explains Communicates Teaching Workload Difficulty Learn Exp SMC 355H1S Contemporary Celtic Cinema Enr: 49 Resp: 34 Retake: 91% Presents Explains Communicates Teaching Workload Difficulty Learn Exp Students found the lectures to be very informative and interesting, and found O'Connor to be a very enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and approachable instructor. SMC 358H1F The Mediaeval Book Instructor(s): G. Dinkova-Bruun Enr: 54 Resp: 40 Retake: 55% Presents Explains Communicates Teaching Workload Difficulty Learn Exp Students thought Dinkova-Bruun's intense enthusiasm for the material was very apparent, but felt she had unrealistic expectations of the students with regard to in-depth knowledge of details of the readings. Student felt there was a great deal of reading. SMC 359H1S Mediaeval Theology Instructor(s): J. Goering Enr: 35 Resp: 20 Retake: 80% Presents Explains Communicates Teaching Workload Difficulty Learn Exp SMC 366H1F Interreligious Dialogue and Practice Instructor(s): R. Locklin Enr: 16 Resp: 11 Retake: 81% Presents Explains Communicates Teaching Workload Difficulty Learn Exp SMC 371H1S Faith and Physics Instructor(s): Y. Fehige Enr: 37 Resp: 27 Retake: 86% Presents Explains Communicates Teaching Workload Difficulty Learn Exp SMC 397H1F Religion, Media, and Culture Instructor(s): J. Pungente Enr: 50 Resp: 30 Retake: 92% Presents Explains Communicates Teaching Workload Difficulty Learn Exp Many students described this as their favourite course at U of T. Students thought the lectures were engaging, fun, and unique. SMC 413H1S The Irish and Scots in Canada Instructor(s): S. Conway Enr: 27 Resp: 19 Retake: 64% Presents Explains Communicates Teaching Workload Difficulty Learn Exp Conway was described as a great, knowledgeable, and enthusiastic instructor. Students found the lectures interesting and informative. SMC 416H1F Irish Nationalism in Canada and the United States Enr: 9 Resp: 8 Retake: 100% Presents Explains Teaching Workload Difficulty Learn Exp