uncomfortable, and doesnt really sell the course. notes are in columns the exact width of his body. no class participation or discussion. HOWEVER, VERY helpful and nice if you ask for extra help, or details on one of his vauge assignments

BORING class, easy though... ALL regurgitation.

If you read his notes, and do the interactive cd u will do awesome in this class. He has good examples.Overall one of my best profs!

Great Prof ! Easy and good notes. Very intresting class.

How could people think that this guy is boring, It's hard to make a dry course fun. His assignment is the easiest you will ever do and the easiest mark you will ever get

Have to give him credit for trying to make this course interesting despite the fact its dry. Understanding and helpful towards students. Only problem is that he fiddles with the overheads because he's nervous.

great teacher

Alex is a great teacher. He is very articulate and concise in his lectures, does not rush through the material and is very patient. He's like one of those great student teachers we got in high school! Best of all, he marks more on understanding than memor

You might as well just read the text, cause you can find all his lecture material there. Interesting course but boring prof. Absolutely no class participation. However, there's only one assignment and it's easy.

cool guy

Great instructor. better than other Soc profs. clear notes, very helpful-has a good teaching style, keeps the course interesting.

Alex is kind of quirky but a pretty cool teacher. As long as you memorize names and vocab terms from the text and his lectures, you will rock his class.

Like how he lectures, straight forward, doesn't try to trick you, approachable, can back up on things. Good class!

Great Prof and doesn't try to trick you!

Can somebody get this guy a yo-yo? He needs something other than his overhead to play with. He never stops moving it, even when it's perfectly in place. Very boring voice, but good teacher. Good class discussions, videos, and easy group assignments.

Boring style of teaching. Easy class to get a good grade in. Take this class for a GPA boost. 2 SIMPLE midterms and 1 EASY final. Heck, there were even BONUS questions on the final and you could decide after your midterms how you wanted your tests weighted...don't know if he still does that anymore

Alex is a smart man and a good teacher. Straight forward tests but I am still left wondering why he never taught any parts of the book that talked about women in society?

ipe is the king of crunk

Alex has a sweet green sweater he wears every day. I would call it his trademark. Lectures are interesting and straightforward and you can go to him after class and he'll discuss anything in more detail. Enjoys perfecting the angle of the overhead. Again and again and again...

boring teacher. drink a lot of cofee before going to his lectures. seems completely uninterested in what he's teaching. uses the textbook for examples in class. incredibly uninspiring.

hes a really good teacher. he makes the best notes on the overhead that you dont even really need to read the text. he's very clear, and even though he speaks in one tone, hes funni, and the cute sweaters that he wears with the collar stickin out if cute. take this class if u need a high GPA or have nothing else to do

wool sweaters + monotone voice = funny teacher! alex will never say hi or bye to the class, he rarely makes jokes that when he does his whole face lights up! his tests show a lot of work put into them, his overhead notes are awesome. bring a large cup of coffee to keep you awake though!

Alex is a unique teacher. During lectures he is quite monotone, and does not really encourage questions. However one on one, he is really quite helpful, kind and engaging; it's quite clear he cares about whether the students understand the material. Some will like him as instructor - some may not. Tests are relatively hard comparitively.

very straightforward and easy to understand teaching style. i really enjoy his classes.

Caffeine...lots of it before this class. Sooo monotone, wears the same outfit every class. DOesn't really get the class to interact. Isn't really THAT specific on what he expects out of assignments. don't take his night class, you'll never show up.

His notes are very in-depth and very clear. That's what I like about him. The exam is on things we've talked about in class and the textbook really isn't necessary. Good prof.

Not a very enthusiastic teacher but he gets the job done. The textbook is not mandatory and his tests are super easy if you write down everything he says in class.

took an introductory sociology class with him. His curriculum was unispiring. I learned nothing new even though I had never taken soc. before. If you're after an easy and unispiring A, take his class. Really though, a waste of time and money. Nice guy though.

Ipe Rules! Not much more I can say. I've never had time to by faster in a class. Sure they were only 50 minutes long but it was a fast 50 minutes. Nothing fancy about Alex but he gets the job done.

Best teacher ever, by far! He is a comedian & His notes are crystal clear!

Nothing thrilling about Alex's class, but he gets the job done quickly and painlessly. You'll have an okay time during lecture, pick up some things, and fill your credits. Soc isn't my passion - this was just enough to keep me interested without feeling overloaded!

haha, hes kind of awkward. He knows what hes talking about and is pretty clear. Prepares very well for tests, which are based solely on the notes, so come to class. I enjoyed it, and he let us leave early almost every day.

Gets the job done, but could encourage discussions more. Some small group work would be fun.

I have no real problems with the guy, just bring coffee, he has a... soothing voice XD

The tests include the text, but if you don't read the it you should still get an A. He gave a lecture at the start of the term about not giving A+ unless it's "4th year level" which is pretty absurd for a college! When it comes to the essay don't waste too much time on it. All he wants are quotes from the textbook and you'll have an easy A!

I did this course online and it went very well. I learned a lot and found it easy to get good grades. I never had to wait long to find out my grades, which was nice

Took this class online. He's very straight forward. Only requirement is being able to follow instructions. Very by the book kind of person, but very fair.

Not a riveting teacher, but gets his points across easily and there are never any surprises on the tests.

Ipe is Awesome! His notes are filled with detail and are easy to understand. If you read your notes and study them, its an easy A. Don't buy the text, his notes cover everything! Bring a laptop to type, as there is a lot to write down. Overall, a great and fantastic prof. Highly recommended! You learn a lot and its entertaining too at times! :D

I really enjoyed Ipe's class. His lectures are completely straight forward, and if you come to class (you HAVE to come to class - his tests are basically solely on his notes) then it is a very easy A. He seems like a really nice guy and I found the material/videos interesting. Good class, good prof! I would deinitely recommend taking his class :)

Great teacher. Take notes, read the textbook and ur good to go)

Ipe is organized and clear about what will be tested. Textbook not needed 99.9% of the time, as his tests are based solely on his notes. Come to class and you will do well. No participation mark, no projects. Recommended for somebody who has to take a sociology course, easy.

if you dont get an A it's because you didn't try at all, he makes it so clear that you feel like it's grade 2

Ipe is extremely help when it comes to his final paper, notes are easy to follow. Didn't really use the text book, used it 2 now and were almost done the corse. test are really simple. usually 44 multiple questions, plus a bonus question. Take this class for a fun Time.

Soc 100 with Ipe was my easiest class. You must attend the lectures but if you study the notes you will ace his tests. You'd have to be an idiot not to do well. He is a little socially awkward and wont email notes, but lectures clearly and is friendly. Recommended.

Ipe is the ideal teacher. He is a little socially awkward, but the content in SOC is pretty interesting. You must go to class and take the notes, they are very clear and simple. Everything in his tests are based off the notes. You really must be an idiot not to pass with an A.

Show up to class. Take the notes. Get A's on the tests. It's really that simple. Alex gives so many everyday examples for each concept he teaches - it's absolutely impossible not to understand the material. Great instructor.

Ipe is awesome!! He really sparked my love for sociology. He is a little socially awkward but it's kind of adorable. Don't buy the text, practically everything on the tests are based on what is talked about in class. If you attend the classes and take notes, it is an easy A. Oh, and be sure to go to the review classes before the tests!

Very awesome prof! Clear in his notes, easy to follow along. Highly recommended

Easy to follow b/c his lectures are so straight forward and well organized. He's super cute from his little sayings to his demeanour and I really enjoyed his style

The class was based on the lecture notes so as long as you went to class and studied them for exams you'll do fine. Ipe was magnificently clear in his assignments and offers mid-term review classes before he exam to answer any questions and guide us towards the more important questions on the test. I love the quiet atmosphere of the class.

UGH Alex is such a boring instructor. Whenever he would ask a simple question, no one would bother replying because they weren't paying attention and bored to tears- I know I was. Exams are easy, he is an easy marker as well. Don't bother reading the text for this course either, it's not vital to getting a A in this course. Would not recommend him.

Alex's class is not exactly thrilling, but it is very thorough. I learnt a lot in this class and he was very willing to meet me outside of class to discuss tests and essays. The grading is very fair. Attendance is a must-there is A LOT of notes. Overall I enjoyed this class and would recommend it if you are the to learn and not have a "fun" class

Very dry lectures, but easy to understand. I Would take another class of his.

I really enjoyed this course. The material isn't the most titillating stuff in the world, but he presents clearly and effectively. I liked how easy it was to stay organized during this course. I also appreciated the optional final paper - if you aren't great with exams, you can make up for it by writing it. Very accessible, easy, yet informative.

You don't need the textbook. You don't need to attend every class like he tries to instill in everyone, but you need the notes. All the questions are based off things he repeats. Overall, pretty good prof. His teaching style is a little dull, but you get all the info, and you get a good grade as long as you have the notes.

I've never met a professor who taught with such clarity. Dr. Ipe chooses his words very carefully when he's explaining concepts or theories and his tests are very fair as he knows it's a first year course and doesn't want to scare away students from the field of sociology. 100% recommend him. Make sure you show up to every class!

Weird guy, but great teacher. All multiple choice tests. Never used the textbook though. You'll love or hate him, but he is very personable and knows his stuff. If you want a relaxing class with a nice teacher take this one! Never did homework once.

Great teacher very straight forward and easy to do well in as long as you try

Best notes I have ever experienced! The notes you take will be your best friend! You don't need the textbook. I got it, then immediately brought it back. I never had to ask him questions, look at you notes and it will make sense. He has good examples to help remember stuff. Easy A if you study! No phones during class! Multiple choice!!

Attend lectures because his notes are 90% verbal. The tests are pretty straight forward, all 3 are multiple choice. If you go to the review classes, you are surely to ace the tests. Don't buy the textbook since it isn't really used. There may be a question or two from there so before the test, go to the library reserves and scan the chapters.

He is Fantastic! Highly recommend him to anyone. He is crystal clear on what he excepts from you. all test questions are from his lectures. all power points are posted on D2L. more than willing to help you if you need it.

You must go to his class if you want to pass. 99% of what's on the test is what he talks about in his lectures. Didn't use the textbook at all, so I regret buying it. You can tell that Alex knows what he's talking about. I would take this class again!

Alex is quiet, yes, but that is clearly due to social awkwardness, not lack of passion! Once I attended his office hours he opened like a book, and was very informative. His lectures are crystal clear and if you attend and take notes, you will do very very well. Just bring a coffee and sit in the front, you will enjoy it!

Alex is super funny, has interesting lectures and is very clear with what he expects from you. Get the textbook to make sure you get an A+ but otherwise you could probably still get an A without it, but you'd have to attend. Besides, his class is interesting, so you might as well go.

Great professor. I learned quite a bit from this class. Has very clear instruction.

Alex was a great professor. Assignments were easy and clearly explained. You have to go to class to get a good grade as very minimal lecture notes are posted online,but all in all he is an easy marker and an easy A.

Awesome professor! Alex's lectures were right to the point and his exams reflected the lectures to a tee. As long as you show up for class you should easily get an A. He also offers bonus marks!

You must take Alex's classes at Camosun. He's a super clear professor which makes it easy to get a good grade. You must show up to class and take notes. All of his test material is strictly from the notes.

Loved his class. It was very easy as long as you went to class, and reviewed the notes a couple days before. His teaching style is to have a few words out on the slide and he would read out the notes so you can just write without having to look up at the slides. He talked slow and repeated the key points.

Enjoyed classes with Dr IPE. You know exactly where you and what is expected from day one and through out course, this takes some presure off. Displays powerpoint but fills in gaps allowing you to take additional notes for revision. Uses test book in exam so if you dont read it you wont be able to answer those questions. Nice and informative.

The most intelligent sociology professor, Alex Ipe. He will do anything to set his students up for success.

This professor is encompassed with the knowledge and etiquette of which will most of the time, if not always, place students in the ideal position for when transferring to universities across the globe or UVic alike.

VERY dry class, but makes the information very clear. If you attend lectures, take good notes and study from the notes and textbook, it's an easy course to pass

He teaches in a very clear, steady and logical manner. A lot of the concepts were a review from first year courses but I felt like I understood them more clearly this time around. He's a bit more on the reserved side but is very easy to talk to one-on-one. There's a written exercise worth 1% every class so make sure to attend!

You shall demonstrate high level understanding of course concepts. According to 2019, there is an in-class essay exam worth up to 50% and a final in-class essay exam worth up to 50%. Alex Ipe is knowledgeable, kind, and respectful.

I really enjoyed his lectures because they were so to the point. He clearly told you what you needed to know, and left out everything else. Grades are mostly based on exams, which are somewhat difficult. As long as you take good notes and review them before had, you should be fine. Don't buy the texbook. I didn't touch it - like at all.

I took Soc 100 as an elective thinking it would be a boring class, but it wound up being one of (if not my absolute) favourite courses that I took during my time at Camosun. Alex is very straight up and to the point -- if something in lecture is important you'll know. Tests were multiple choice and fair if you studied the lectures.

I was bit weary going into his class especially that he doesn't have the most stellar reviews, although he really is a great prof. I've had little opportunity to communicate with him thanks to covid, although he's always given solid feedback and grades fairly. His soc 101 class is super interesting and id definitely recommend taking it.

Interesting course content presented in a lecture heavy format. Easy grade if you attend lectures and take diligent notes, if he repeats something, you best write it down. A true interest in Sociology is needed as he can be rather dry. No final. Wish there was more opportunity to get to know fellow classmates.

I highly recommend this class for international students, it is easy to understand and very interesting. The professor has a way of explaining with examples for each concept. He does not use D2L at all, it is important to attend class to understand everything and to be able to do the exercises and exams satisfactorily. The book is not necessary.

Professor Ipe is amazing, very informative and quality lectures. I would recommend taking some of his classes!