Easy to understand and knows what he is teaching.

clear instruction, hard marker, not bad for content, but very condescending

Hard marker,very clear on most of topics,but too educated to be teaching crim.

Very hard marker

Good professor - however, it is a first year course & most of the students act like they are still in elementary school. I didn't blame him for his in-class actions. Covered the material very methodically - 'grow-up & listen' = easy A in this class!

Can be intimidating.Teaches the test so as long as you don't miss any classes and you'll pass. Whatever you do, don't get on his bad side cause if you're a program student you're stuck with him for two years.That's if he doesn't kick you out first.

This professor is an excellent teacher. Like most people he is not perfect. If I was to criticize any point I would question his nose picking and **** snorting.

This professor can come across as intimidating. Tests are difficult - and require full attention to readings and active learning. He is quite helpful, when called upon. Success with this prof, requires a mature attitude and keen interest to to well.

Only for mature students - the ones' that don't like him still belong in high school - hard marker but helps when asked - stickler for good English - Langara would totally rock with a dozen more like him

Watch "The Paper Chase" before taking this prof. He's not as old and wrinkled as ? but he has a passion for the law and is a stickler with language. His class is a REAL learning experience. Glad I was there.

David is very clear in his expectations for success in the course. Further, his delivery of material is excellent and concise. The course is challenging and grading is tough. Great learing experience when approached with maturity.

At first wasn't impressed with his teaching, but does tell you what he expects. He does play favorites but is helpful. He doesn't take any crap from students and expects maturity. Is nice if you are interested in the course and you go for him for help.

He expects alot from his students. Which is good if you can take a challenge. If you're taking this class to slack off good luck passing. Study hard for his exams and you should do fine. Overall, hes very clear on his lectures. Pleasure having him as a prof.

David is a pretty good teacher, he has alot of expectation for everybody and if you don't pass then its your fault. Just do the work and listen to what he says and you should do well

David is the best instructor I ever had, he helps you, if u r interested in the class, and if u listen to him carefully then crim is the best class. He makes his class interesting. He is impressive, smart, and helpful.I am no more in the program, but it was my fault to not show my dedication.

can be boring but gets the info across.

awesome teacher. really easy to understand. readings not overwhelming. attend class and listen to what he says, you'll do well on the exams. he tells you what will be on exams. discusses assigned questions during class. answers any hypothetical question you ask. quizzes timed strictly: 4 mins, 4 pgs

To Me He Is The Ocean Of Knowledge. It Depends On Students Dedication And Hard Work How To Get Good Grades In His Class. Winner Are Those Who Accept Challenges, A Challenge Called Mr. J.D. Osborne. Loosers Will Always Cry and Will Try To Deter Others From Experiencing An Adventure Called Mr.Osborne

Oh Ok my friend! I apologize if I offended you with my writting. Moreover, I pass Mr. Osborne's courses with A's and A+. Therefore, I need not to prove anybody my success. I will be something one day, I challenge those who have doubts on my marks.

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Yea kind of hard. If no idea about what is criminology, don't take him. Moreover, take his preliminary courses before going into the really hard ones.

Well my friend, this is the misery of our education system that we are stuck with grades and not the knowledge a course provides us. My grades does not represent what a personality I am, niether my star writting. However, my success in the future will prove that I was build by teachers like Osborne.

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very hard, but at the end of the day, you go with something in your head.

success comes with a price, sometimes a teacher can provide you that success free of cost. However, this teacher is hard and makes you think, cry, and frustrated. But it's not exciting if you get everything in an easy way.

I took every class this man teaches,not that I recomend it.I learned a lot from his classes,but that doesn't mean I have to like him. I never had so much grief from a teacher.I'm not disgruntled because I got bad marks(I did quite well)I just think that he lacks people skills.Glad it's over.

I absoulutely LOVED his classes. He really wants his students to do well and will make an effort to help them understand. He's extremely rational and down to Earth. I've taken 4 classes with him so far, and just registered for 2 more.

Initially this instructor is strict and at times harsh. Nonetheless he is fair as long as you attend class prepared and participate - that's half the battle. I've taken 6 of his classes and thrived. I'm now taking 2 more of his classes.

He is simply the best prof. I got an A & full participation marks. He asks for feedback and is accessible to students This class is not about studying definitons and keeping your head down in class and then cram for hours. You have to embrace the concepts and apply it to everyday business situations. I really enjoyed his class, extremely fair. S

good proff but you must come to class. everything on his quiz's (worth 45%)are from the lectures

He is a pretty easy prof. He is strict though and can easily get mad. He expects quite a bit from us but I love this guy. He is so damn funny and says things like "no no no go away, come back at the break" if someone is a few minutes late or "Excuse me, HELLO!" if he is trying to start class but people aren't paying attention. He's a guaranteed pas

so arrogant. And a hard marker

David is an extremely straightforward and fair marker. He's also *crystal* clear on how he wants he classes run - you must follow his instructions to a T. Funny guy and an overall interesting class. I look forward to taking more classes with him!

Not a bad prof, he's actually probably one of the better ones at Langara. He has a big mark for participation and make sure you record everything you participate or contribute to the class. His quizes are pretty simple, just make sure you show up and read the text, and you'll do fine.

Really hilarious and caring teacher, takes some time getting use to his strict rules but overall, very respectable. Participation is a huge mark but tests are simple (minus the big memory chunk). Tests are word for word out of the book and can be tricky because he likes to create "which are not...to not.." questions.

Took 1116,1216,2316 with him. He's an awesome&interesting&funny teacher. Very clear on what he wants. Exams and quizzes are straight forward so either you know it or you don't. Letting the class teach the class was one of the worst things he did. Would have been better if he taught. He gives lots of easy bonus marks! I'd take him again and again!!

He teaches by the book. We received one handout, which was the course outline. His style of teaching seems strange and unorganized but after a while you realize that classes begin with him answering every question u may have, makes law useful and relatable. Overall he is extremely FAIR. Gives us marks on exams if we all disagree! NICE

David has a free-form lecture style. He doesn't use overheads or Powerpoints, just starts talking about a topic and lets the discussion evolve from there. Participation is a huge part of the grade. 3 quizzes are 15% each of final grade. Knowledgeable prof teaching a very technical subject. Would take another class with him.

I would have to say his best quality = his clarity. He does make sense of the legal system and is great at answering questions, he thinks about them for a bit (it's kind of funny) and then answers them pretty well. Not bad, but I think he needs more elements involved. It's all textbook and there is 25% for participation (really!?)not a fan of that.

Umm.. Gotta say he's got it all in his head.. Forgets name pretty easy, but he's clear about what he does nd what he wants to say! Overall, he's a good teacher! :D

Overall good teacher. He genuinely wants you to comprehend his material, and never claims to know everything. He leaves things debatable which is helpful for learning, but a tough marker. You can get a great mark if you work hard.

This class is not hard if you attend every lecture and write down word for word what he says.Study those notes and participate in class and you will be fine. Yes, his quizzes can be tricky, and yes he can seem a bit arrogant but he is by no means a horrible professor or that hard. Get on his good side and he will help you out.