Great teacher, very helpful, great class

Very nice guy, will help you with any question you have. Does get a bit confusing.

The class gets harder later in the semester. Tries to be helpful but can be a bit confusing sometimes. Quizzes are harder than the exams. Beware of minor things popping up in your quizzes that he has not yet taught. Best of Luck if u r stuck with him!

great teacher, goes over things nice and slow so you understand them. many people will hate the class and blame it on the prof, but thats normal. IMO an easy class...ive never had to study/do homework for more than 30min a week

Class was pretty easy. He didn't assign much homework. If you write your papers according to the notes taken in class you shouldn't have a problem. Class was a little unclear, but remember it IS philosophy!!!

This was my favorite class at Mott. Great subject. I'm not sure why Dutra got such a low rating. He tells you exactly what's on the tests. If you know the material and can explain it in paragraphs you'll do ok

Dutra is one of my favorite professors and this was definitely the best class I've taken at Mott. If you're motivated and interested in philosophy you won't have a problem. It was a challenge to an extent, but I got a 4.0. (***I have a feeling the same pe

You people are crazy, Dutra is easy. He was always willing to answer questions and did several eaxmples. I would take him again.

He's a really nice guy. It's a philosophy class so I wouldn't call the material easy. He does a good job at explaining things. His test and quizzes aren't the easiest. This is the second time I take Dutra and I think he's pretty nice.

Ive taken Dutra for Philosophy of Religion, Logic, and Intro. He is a great teacher. He explained things at my pace and made the class as a whole very intresting. He is the reason I am going on to get my degree in Philosophy.

Put a little effort in the class and you'll get what is owed!!!!

He's a great professor. I've taken two of his classes. He's very clear with grading as well as his expectations. He's always in a great mood, and he's always willing to slow down so everyone understands. I would take him a third time.

I got a 3.0 and didnt go half the time. I think he is a great prof...

He does a really awesome job with explaining concepts if you can ask the right question.

Very nice guy, great at explaining concepts, Take home exams, but VERY HARD grader....he knows what he's looking for and your exams better have every detail or points are taken off.

if you follow the order he goes over the arguments, you will do fine. i didnt take any notes, but i payed attition in class and a ran close to a 3.5

He is very energetic and does his best to make a complicated class easy to understand.He trys hard to create class participation and is very easy to understand.

Very enthusiastic teacher; breaks out a sweat! Shows no bias toward any religious view. He encourages class discussion, but you can just sit and listen if you want. The class was slow-moving because he breaks down very simple concepts. I only needed to take light notes in his class.

hard but good

Dr Dutra is a very smart professor.He is a hard grader,but he is very fair. If you take his class, you will do best to attend every class and participate in his lectures.Take good notes about what he says.Overall,he is very clear and helpful if you ask.

Pay attention to lectures. Read the material. Don't miss class. He'll look at papers and let you know if you're on the right track before they are due. He'll discuss material after class if it isn't clear. I didn't know his religious status until he told us after the final. He teaches the major arguements impartially. LOGIC and Grammar count!

Good teacher really likes his job. This class was kind of hard, the book reads like VCR instructions,but Professor Dutra will help you. I was probably the most confused in this class but Dutra helped me alot.(JUST ASK) and I passed with a good grade.. Thanks Professor Dutra

Logic was hard for me. I think he explained things very clearly. Also, he was very helpful to me. If you absolutely have to take logic, take it with him.

This was a very hard class but that's philosphy for you. Bruce was however one of the best teachers I have ever had. He really likes what he does and he was there to help anyone that was not comprehending the class. I really enjoyed the class and the teacher but it was a struggle as a whole for all.

weird guy but a fun class and a wealth of information, makes you think and explain, not merely regurgitate information from the book and lectures.

Philosophy of religion was a great course, Prfessor Bruce did a fine job, some found the class to be hard, but those individuals probably find walking and talking at the same time hard. awesome class if you actually want to think and have no religious bias

he a good teacher

Dr. Dutra I thought was a really good and helpful teacher. This class was difficult, but if you take good notes, pay attention, and study you should easily get a good grade. I got a 4.0, so he does give them out. I am not the type of person that gets a 4. without trying, I work for what I get. If you are like me you will need to study.

Dutra is very passionate & knowledgeable about the subject he teaches. Philosophy bored me, but it was nice to have a teacher so involved in his subject. He gestures & moves constantly when he gets into discussions. He had surgery this past summer and misses class every now and then, but he didn't make us do more work to catch up. Liked him a lot.

Dr. Dutra is basically the man. His class is very interesting and he is always willing to answer even to most wild questions. He is always extremely helpful and he is always available in his office at even the most obscure hours. He is a great prof and I really enjoy his class. Go into his class with an open mind you will have a great semeser!

Professor Dutra knows philosophy and is an excellent teacher. He's tough, and has high expectations for essays, but quizzes were graded on a curve and he gave plenty of opportunity to ask questions.

Difficult at times when you disagree with topics. Very anal about detail. Must work hard to get a decent grade.

I don't know why Dutra gets such a harsh rep. I wasn't really interested in the subject matter, never paid attention, never did the readings and got a 3.5. If you're not willing to think outside the box I don't think you'll do very well on the exams. They count for 90% of the points.

I thought his class was really easy--he repeated himself a lot, so I was able to daydream through most of the class. It wasn't that interesting, but I thought it was an easy A.

Dr. Dutra is a helpful (and funny) guy and really knows the topic. Go to class, pay close attention, and he will open up the world of philosophy to you. If you love learning, you will love this professor.

Best class at Mott hands down. A rare opportunity for students to study extremely provocative material with an intelligent, dynamic professor. Some Mott students will do poor in his class, but this is due to their failings, not Dutra's. His standards are high, but attainable if you take notes and have an average level of intelligence.

If you're not interested in philosophy you may not do well. Phil of religion was a little annoying with people asking irrelevant questions that took too much time away from material. Quizzes are tricky, but curved and you get to drop 2 of 8. I am taking another of Dutra's classes in the summer! Textbook helps, but not necessary if you take notes.

Grades very easy, lots of opportunity to get extra credit. Bruce is also very enthusiastic about the subject to. If you have the opportunity, take this class to cover your algebra credit.

I love this class...my favorite ever. Mr. Dutra explains everything well and has a great zest for the subject. Anyone who doesn't like him just doesn't understand.

My favorite class I have taken so far. Dutra is very enthusiastic about teaching. He is eager for his students to ask questions. Very easy to listen to. Quizes every week but are not hard. Will anwer all students questions and doesnt make you feel stupid if you are wrong. I would recommend this class to anyone who has an interest in religon.

Mr. Dutra was an excellent teacher. He was very into what he was teaching and while the material is sometimes hard to grasp he helped put things into clear perspective. Make sure you attend all classes take good notes and this class is a breeze

I am still in the class my semester hasnt ended but I find him very helpful and it's an enjoyable class to take, he is easy to understand and if you don't understand something he explains it in a way so that you will.

This is the best philosophy teacher I have ever had. He is crystal clear when explaining concepts and does it it multiple ways so everyone can understand. He was almost always available after class or via email. He does grade hard but gives you all the information he wants to be put into the tests 2/3 are take home. Attendance does not affect grade

You'll either love the class or hate it. He makes extremely deep, difficult to understand reading very clear. He keeps it interesting too--constantly engaging the class, and not just lecturing. Quizzes and tests were both based on what was discussed in class, so if you miss even one class you will be at a disadvantage.

very knowledgeable relating to philosophy. very thorough and clear pertaining to in-depth concepts of reasoning

He's not the worse prof I've had. He makes the readings in the book as clear as he possibly can, and the quizzes are graded on a curve. 90% of the class are take-home exams, and be prepared to spend all weekend doing them. U have to get a 93% or higher to get a 4.0 here, and you will work for it. Don't think too hard and doubt yourself on the quiz

I already enjoyed philosophy and he really helped expand those feelings.

Class is hard. Book is basically unnecessary. Quizzes are graded on a lenient curve. 2 EXAMS WITH 3 ESSAY'S! MUST STUDY A LOT. He gives exam q's as study guide day before exam, but it has 5 q's & he randomly picks only 3 for exam so u will do some unnecessary studying. If u don't need this class don't take it unless u already understand Phil. WELL.

Overall good teacher. Makes class interesting. Philosophy is a bit difficult to read but he grades on a curve which helps significantly.

Very friendly and answers all questions! Does his best to make the harder and confusing things as clear as he can. Its really interesting stuff! The text is a bit difficult to follow but he to break it down for you! Tests are hard but he gives you it in advance to prepare answers at home! Write down everything he does and ask Q's and youll be fine!

Show up every day, listen, and ask questions if you have questions about concepts, and you will do well.

His ethics class was very interesting. He explains things in a nice, objective, and very clear manner. Open to and very good at answering questions. Sometimes long-winded in explaining things but it's for clarity's sake. Quizzes/Exams aren't too bad, just study. Book not REALLY necessary. Recommended for new-to-philosophy people

Dr. Dutra is a great professor! He is very smart, and his class is somewhat challenging but the lectures and the reading material are extremely interesting. He is very helpful and works with you if you meet with him and ask for help!! Best class and best professor I've had so far at Mott.

His lectures are really comprehensive. You have to attend class but as long as you do you'll be totally fine. He's really good at answering questions and will let you redo homework if you ask a question about it after getting it wrong.