4.9

Eric Buisson

Education - Concordia University

4.9
Quality
2.0
Difficulty
99%
Would Retake
94
Reviews
4.9
Quality
2.0
Difficulty
4.9
Helpful
4.9
Clarity

99%

Would Retake

94

Reviews

Rating Distribution
Official

5

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What Students Say

The prof definitely a super good prof

ESL202 - 5.0 rating

Hes really a good teacher

ESL204 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

97%

Textbook Required

0%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

B+

95% confidence
Based on 53 grades
Most common grades:
A (17)
B (12)
B- (6)
Grade Distribution
A(20)B(18)C(2)D(1)F(0)A-/B+(12)
Based on 56 reported grades
A: 17
B: 12
B-: 6
B+: 6
Common Tags
Gives good feedback (43)
Caring (29)
Respected (29)
Amazing lectures (16)
Amazing lectures (16)
Inspirational (15)
Clear grading criteria (9)
Lots of homework (9)
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Ratings by Course

ESL209

5.0

(2)

SUMMERSCHOOL

5.0

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ESLCOURSES

5.0

(1)

ESL208

5.0

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ESLJJ

5.0

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ESL204

2.3

ESL209

2.0

ESL202

1.6

SUMMERSCHOOL

1.0

ESL207

1.0

Reviews (94)
5.0
2.0
ESL209
Feb 6, 2004

Great teacher.gives Esl 209.makes class enjoyable and very helpful.i definetly recommend him.A+!!!

5.0
1.0
SUMMERSCHOOL
Nov 29, 2004

the best

5.0
1.0
ESL207
Dec 23, 2004

He is pretty nice, but a little lazy. His classes are interesting, and his marking is fair. I DO recommend him. THAKE HIM!

5.0
1.0
ESLCOURSES
Jan 3, 2005

Great teacher, had our whole class out for a movie one night.. likes to have fun in class, still says hi one year after i had him. super nice guy, super good teacher, he'll sometimes surprise you with a "NO class today" message on the blackboard. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED, do your best to have him

5.0
2.0
ESL209
Aug 9, 2005

helpful,nice,and useful

5.0
1.0
ESL208
Nov 29, 2007

pretty good teacher!

5.0
1.0
ESL207
Mar 29, 2010

I like him. He is a super good teacher. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!

5.0
1.0
ESLJJ
Mar 31, 2010

He's one of the best esl teacher...

5.0
1.0
ESLJJ
Mar 31, 2010

Best Esl teacher!!!

4.0
1.0
ESL207
Apr 14, 2010

He is a nice guy , easy going ,but not that helpful....a little lazy ,maybe cuz he is busy .he is good in general.

5.0
1.0
ESL207
May 3, 2010

He's a nice guy, really ease. If you do you homework and practice in class you will be OK and get an A+. There is no surprises for the final, pretty similar to what we've done in class (book). You better pick him if you don't wanna get bored in class ;)

4.0
1.0
ESL204
Nov 3, 2011

He's super nice and easy going, you'll not regret to take him! Highly recommend!

5.0
1.0
ESL202
Nov 26, 2011

Perfect...The best professor!!!

5.0
3.0
ESL202
Dec 7, 2011

Excellent Professor!!!

5.0
1.0
ESL202
Jan 3, 2012

Best ESL teacher and interesting person.If you work hard,you will get nice mark!Fair and helpful.

5.0
1.0
ESL204
May 11, 2012

I can tell you that you should be super happy if you see his name as your professor in ESL. He's super easy going and very nice. Super easy marker if you compare to the ESL teacher who named Barbara

5.0
1.0
ESL202
Jan 7, 2014

Best pro ever. Always prepare well.Always be kind to every student.He can remember everyone's name. He is from England and France,a great gentleman.He really care about his students. If u do not do ur homework, he won't punish u but he will be sad and tell u that u should do it for urself. U can learn a lot from him.

5.0
2.0
ESL202
Grade: A
Jan 7, 2014

bEST PRO EVER. Always prepare well. A great gentleman.strict but helpful. A really nice person.He can remember everyone's name and say hello when u get in the classroom. He really care about his students.u can learn a lot from him.

5.0
2.0
ESL204
Feb 16, 2015

Eric is very helpful , kind and respectful. He helps his students and devote his free time to correct their extra work. He's always on time and encourages his students lot. He is clear ,direct and fair. I highly recommend him and eager to be his student again

5.0
3.0
ESL204
May 27, 2015

The best for ESL204.

5.0
1.0
ESL204
Grade: B-
Jan 21, 2016

He is a very good ESL professor

5.0
1.0
ESL204
Grade: B+
Apr 9, 2017
Would take again

nice guy

5.0
1.0
ESL204
Grade: A+
May 15, 2017
Would take again

Professor Buisson was super nice, very inspiring and did care a lot about his students. He gave lots of essay samples and pointed out his grading criteria very clearly before exams. ESL 204 is a bit heavy since it has 6 credits. However, if you participate in class, there is not much to learn at home.

Inspirational
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
1.0
ESL202
Grade: B
Dec 1, 2017
Would take again

A perfect teacher!

Gives good feedback
Respected
Would take again
5.0
2.0
ESL202
Grade: B-
Dec 10, 2017
Would take again

I'd highly recommend him. He's a gentleman and does his best to help his students. I appreciate him! :)

Respected
Amazing lectures
Would take again
5.0
1.0
ESL202
Grade: A
Dec 14, 2017
Would take again

He is super nice! If you work hard, you can get high mark!

Would take again
5.0
2.0
ESL202
Grade: B
Jan 10, 2018
Would take again

BEST ESL PROFESSOR EVER

Gives good feedback
Respected
5.0
3.0
ESL204
Apr 13, 2018
Would take again

Very great professor!!! Choose him!!!

Gives good feedback
Respected
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
ESL204
Apr 13, 2018
Would take again

His teaching techniques is so useful that makes me easily remember those grammar rules which used to be tough for me! I would strongly recommend this guy for the rest of your ESL classes.

Respected
Get ready to read
Participation matters
5.0
3.0
ESL204
Apr 13, 2018
Would take again

Eric is a very good teacher as he is very clear when he speaks and pay a lot of attention to students by talking with them and by being really comprehensive. His quizzes are scheduled and not hard if you work. Take this teacher if you can !

Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
ESL204
Grade: B+
May 1, 2018
Would take again

He is the best Prof Ive ever taken... He cares about his students, and he gives a perfect feedback on assignments.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Caring
5.0
2.0
ESL204
Grade: A-
Dec 5, 2018
Would take again

I would say he is the best teacher on the planet! super nice, easy going and knowledgeable af. I recommend to only take this course with Eric.

Respected
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
1.0
ESL202E
Grade: A
Dec 10, 2018
Would take again

Best professor I've ever seen! He prepared every class well and gives you a good feedback. All his reading quizzes are from outside resources but are related to the textbook. You will learn a lot through the homework. And he is a real kind man. He tries his best to give you the mark hhhhh! Stongly recommended!

Gives good feedback
Respected
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
5.0
2.0
ESL202
Dec 10, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Extraordinary professor, he gave us very useful worksheet, and appropriate homewok. I think my English skill have improved a lot! He is a super professor that I have never met before!

Gives good feedback
5.0
5.0
ESL202
Grade: B
Dec 11, 2018
Would take again

The prof definitely a super good prof. This course is a mandatory language course which makes me unhappy! I dont understand why in Concordia for the language course is not a pass or fail course, it counts for GPA!!! The grading scale is totally unfair from the department. Too much requirements, if you want to do a transfer, dont take this course!

Gives good feedback
Respected
Get ready to read
5.0
3.0
ESL204
Dec 12, 2018
Would take again

Hes really a good teacher!! Really recommend!!But the thing is that when we told him about someone cheated in class, he didnt take any action on it and still gave those students good grades which is really unfair for the rest of us.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Get ready to read
5.0
1.0
ESL202
Grade: B+
Dec 13, 2018
Would take again

It was my pleasure to be his student. He is one of the most respectable teachers I ever met. No hesitation, choose his class.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Caring
5.0
2.0
ESL202
Grade: B+
Jan 8, 2019
Would take again

Eric is a nice professor.

Gives good feedback
Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
ESL202
Grade: B-
Jan 17, 2019
Would take again

ALTHOUGH I HAVE NOT RECEIVED A SATISFIED GRADE . HOWEVER, I REALLY ENJOY HAVING CLASS WITH PROFESSOR ERIC NOT ONLY BECAUSE HE IS VERY NICE AND CARING EVERY STUDENT BUT ALSO WELL PREPARED FOR EVERY CLASS, AS AN INTERNATIONAL STUDENT FIRST SEMESTER HAVING CLASS WITH ERIC IS PLEASANT , EVERY STUDENT WHO HAS ENROLLED IS LUCKY. LIKE W BEST REGARDS

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Amazing lectures
Caring
3.0
3.0
ESL204
Grade: B
Mar 23, 2019
Would take again

he a great guy. you can get a good grade from him

Gives good feedback
Respected
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
ESL204
Grade: B
Apr 10, 2019
Would take again

Eric is a vary kind and respectful teacher. He can give you lots of knowledge about how to learn English better. ESL204 is a tough course, but if you can take Eric's class, it will make your life easier. After finishing this course with Eric, you will find that you learned a lot and enjoy this course.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Inspirational
5.0
3.0
ESL204
Grade: B-
Apr 10, 2019
Would take again

best prof ever

Inspirational
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
1.0
ESL204
Apr 10, 2019
Would take again

Good professor

Gives good feedback
Respected
Amazing lectures
4.0
4.0
ESL204
Apr 10, 2019
Would take again

Professor Eric Buisson is very good at teaching Esl 204. He gives very clear explanations and he is a very approchable person to ask questions about the course. Highly interactive class. I believe there is no failure if classes are attended regularly and if his advices are being followed. Highly recommend him if youre doing ESL

Gives good feedback
Respected
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
ESL204
Grade: B
Apr 10, 2019
Would take again

Éric Buisson is definitely one of the best teacher I ever had. He loves teaching which makes his lectures interesting, useful and inspirational. He really cares about his students success and always has a nice word for them. I strongly recommend this teacher, the ESL204 is amazing with him.

Inspirational
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
4.0
ESL204
Grade: B
Apr 11, 2019
Would take again

Its a benificial course for improving the academic writing skills, it needs a lot of work and reading to do but its useful overall. The grading is fair

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
Get ready to read
5.0
4.0
ESL204
Nov 28, 2019
Would take again

Best teacher in concordia by far

Gives good feedback
Respected
Inspirational
5.0
3.0
ESL204
Nov 28, 2019
Would take again

He is the best, the most competent and the kindest professor in the entire universe. I strongly recommend.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Caring
5.0
3.0
ESL204
Grade: A
Nov 28, 2019
Would take again

He is the best teacher I have ever taken a course with in the entire planet. He is kind, understanding and caring. Very knowledgeable. He is your friend and teaches you a lot. I just love him so much.

Respected
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
ESL204
Nov 28, 2019
Would take again

He is a great esl 204 teacher

Gives good feedback
Respected
Lots of homework
5.0
1.0
ESL204
Grade: A+
Nov 28, 2019
Would take again

He is the best, honestly. I am so glad I had the chance to meet such a person. ESL 204 is a demanding course. However, he makes it way easier. WE LOVE YOU!!

Inspirational
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
2.0
ESL204
Nov 28, 2019
Would take again

Eric is a brilliant professor for ESL 204. His class material is clear and easy to follow. And the most important is that he is so nice You won't regret to choose his course

Gives good feedback
Respected
Get ready to read
5.0
3.0
ESL204
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 29, 2019
Would take again

I recommend all esl students to take his class.

Respected
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
2.0
ESL204
Grade: A-
Nov 29, 2019
Would take again

I took this class because it was mandatory for me to take it in my first year. I really enjoyed the class. He is a really good teacher, even though he gives many assignments your writing improves to a whole new level.

Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
1.0
ESL204
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 29, 2019
Would take again

Prof Eric is THE BEST by all mean. I recommend all ESL 204 students to take his class and you won't regret it. He really knows how to make this course super easy and fun. Plus, he encourages all sort of questions even the "annoying ones". Thank you prof for being the best at what you do.

Respected
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
4.0
ESL204
Grade: A-
Jun 12, 2020
Would take again

I took a lot of ESL courses from outside, private, my home country, etc. But I finally met a professor who teaches the best. He teaches you with clean and simple logic to approach English in a way better way. It's been a few years, but I still use my note that I took in his class until now.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Lots of homework
5.0
3.0
ESL204
Grade: B+
Jul 15, 2020
Would take again

He is a good person and a good teacher. He loves his work. I would definitely recommend this professor.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Caring
5.0
2.0
ESL204
Grade: A
Dec 6, 2020
Would take again

Very good teacher ! He really takes care of you and all his classes are interesting. He gives work but it is easy to have good grades if you work.

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
4.0
ESL204
Grade: A
Apr 23, 2021
Would take again

very good professor!

Respected
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
ESL204
Grade: A-
Apr 23, 2021
Would take again

The best English course I have taken in my life. My writing has improved a lot. His lectures and notes are so organized. The feedbacks were beneficial to understand where I went wrong.

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
ESL204
Grade: B-
May 7, 2021
Would take again

Words into one wordthe best teacher I have ever met.

Gives good feedback
Respected
5.0
2.0
ESL204
Jan 25, 2022
Would take again

The best professor at the university. Very helpful and kind

Gives good feedback
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
2.0
ESL204
Grade: A
Mar 23, 2022
Would take again

If I can give more than 5 then it will be a proper rating. Amazing professor. It is a 6 credit course so work loads is so heavy. But Professor Eric is so organized, easy and always post demo for everything. If you miss any class don't worry prof is there for saving your back! It was online for me and everything was so much organized on Moodle.

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
Caring
5.0
3.0
ESL204
Grade: B+
Apr 12, 2022
Would take again

Very lucky to meet him. He was patient and polite and always cared about our feelings. He really wanted his students to learn from him, and he's been working hard to get there.

Gives good feedback
5.0
3.0
ESL204
Apr 12, 2022
Would take again

For an ESL student, he is an excellent professor. Lessons are well-explained, and his voice is clear and easy to comprehend.

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
Caring
5.0
3.0
ESL204
Grade: A
Apr 15, 2022
Would take again

He's amazing..... and more than that..

5.0
1.0
ESL204
Apr 28, 2022
Would take again

I usually never take the time to do any survey but i really have to give credit to Mr. Eric he is undoubtedly one of the best professors i ever had he is always eager to help and he would use his out of office time to help with any questions and he makes things easy to understand i would recommend anyone to take classes with him.

5.0
2.0
ESL204
Apr 28, 2022
Would take again

I usually never take the time to write a survey but i have to give Mr. Eric some credit he is undoubtedly one of the best professors i ever had he is eager to help and he would use his out of office time to answer all your questions, he makes things easy to understand i would definitely recommend anyone to take classes with him.

Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
1.0
ESL204
Jan 24, 2023
Would take again

I love his teaching style. It was an 8:45am class for me yet he always seemed ready with his morning coffee and energetic personality to teach. The coursework was heavy in my opinion but he makes sure to inform us weeks beforehand to be prepared. I would 100% recommend him.

Get ready to read
Gives good feedback
Inspirational
5.0
2.0
ESL204
Grade: B-
Apr 28, 2023
Would take again

If you have to take ESL204 take it only with him

Amazing lectures
5.0
1.0
ESL204
Grade: A
Dec 19, 2023
Would take again

If you see his name, just take him! He explains everything clearly and makes heavy courses such as ESL 204 doable. I learned a lot and improved my writing skills because of his great tips!

Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
5.0
3.0
ESL204
Grade: A
Dec 19, 2023
Would take again

Literally the best professor I've met. Lectures were super clear and well organized. Also he is very hilarious and caring. I'd obviously take his course again if I have a chance.

Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
Caring
5.0
4.0
ESL204
Grade: A
Dec 20, 2023
Would take again

I enjoyed taking this course with him. Although the course was challenging and needed constant practice, the structure was clear and easy to follow. He was a caring professor who answered all the questions respectfully and patiently. I highly recommend taking ESL 204 with him to learn academic writing!

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
1.0
ESL202
Grade: B
May 4, 2024
Would take again

He was my best professor at university so far.

Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
Inspirational
5.0
1.0
ESL202
Grade: D+
May 4, 2024
Would take again

incredible

Amazing lectures
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
1.0
ESL202
Grade: A
May 5, 2024
Would take again

He is the best professor so far. He is helpful and patient. I recommend to take-any course with hem.

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
Inspirational
5.0
1.0
ESL202
Grade: A
May 7, 2024
Would take again

He makes the classes easy and interesting.

Gives good feedback
Caring
Respected
5.0
2.0
ESL204
Grade: A
Nov 9, 2024
Would take again

He's the kind of teacher we need more of in this life. Definitely recommend him :)))

Amazing lectures
Caring
Respected
5.0
1.0
ESL204
Grade: A-
Dec 13, 2024
Would take again

I received an A- in his course, and I can confidently say that he is one of the best professors I've had in all three years of university. He truly cares about his students and goes above and beyond to make sure we understand the material. If you have the chance, take his course it's one of the best decisions you can make in your academic journey.

Inspirational
Caring
Accessible outside class
5.0
1.0
ESL204
Grade: A
Dec 13, 2024
Would take again

Eric is a great professor. I took his class this semester got A. He is very caring and understanding, tries to explain each topic very clearly and efficiently.

Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
Caring
5.0
1.0
ESL204
Grade: B
Dec 14, 2024
Would take again

If you have the opportunity to take Eric Buisson as a teacher this semester or the next one go ahead!!! He is super clear, fun and he cares about your grades and how you feel in this class! He will become a friend and he is a very good teacher!

Amazing lectures
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
1.0
ESL204
Grade: A
Dec 16, 2024
Would take again

One of the best proof I've ever had

Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
Respected
5.0
1.0
ESL204
Feb 9, 2025
Would take again

Would definitely take other courses with him.

Amazing lectures
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
1.0
ESL204
Grade: A-
Apr 25, 2025
Would take again

Eric is really fun and nice, the class is easy if you listen, he prepares you well for the final, and his lessons were useful to me outside of this class

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
Hilarious
5.0
2.0
ESL204
Apr 30, 2025
Would take again

explains clearly and effectively, gives all the needs and details for this course

Group projects
Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
5.0
2.0
ESL204
Apr 30, 2025
Would take again

expained clearly and effectively gave all the needs and details for the course

Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
5.0
4.0
ESL204
Grade: B
May 1, 2025
Would take again

He's amazing, he takes his class seriously and it's very kind

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Accessible outside class
5.0
2.0
ESL204
Grade: A
Sep 5, 2025
Would take again

Honeslty the best teacher I had my first year. His classes are very well structured, he is serious about his work and ours. Very easy to communicate with him. Lectures would go by fast as he was not boring.

Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
Caring
5.0
1.0
ESL202
Grade: A+
Oct 6, 2025
Would take again

the best of the bestt very helpful

5.0
1.0
ESL204
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 9, 2025
Would take again

Perfect prof, the professor make try to make the class as easy as possible and he gives good feedback and actually cares about the students

Clear grading criteria
Caring
Accessible outside class
5.0
1.0
ESL202
Grade: B
Dec 17, 2025
Would take again

He is very approachable and always willing to help students. He gives a lot of useful feedback and practical advice, which really helps improve understanding. His courses are clear, well-structured, and easy to follow.

Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
4.0
3.0
ESL204
Grade: C
Dec 17, 2025
Would take again

Very sweet professors but the materials can be heavy if you're bad at academic writing , and their a lot to do (normal for an 6 credit course) Will take again if I have too

Participation matters
Lots of homework
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
ESL204
Grade: B
Dec 18, 2025
Would take again

Truly Mr.Eric is a teacher that genuinely wants you to do better, was a 6 credit course, heavy and mandatory attendance. However, he was genuinely helpful. Always gave feedback, very funny and giddy made me want to show up for every class. Just try be on time for god's sake! Showing up in a 20 ppl class 15 mins late is weird and disrespectful.

Participation matters
Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
5.0
1.0
ESL202
Grade: C+
Dec 18, 2025
Would take again

An enjoyable class taught by a professor who is very helpful, respectful, and understanding.

Clear grading criteria
Respected
Accessible outside class
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

97%

Textbook Required

0%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

B+

95% confidence
Based on 53 grades
Most common grades:
A (17)
B (12)
B- (6)
Grade Distribution
A(20)B(18)C(2)D(1)F(0)A-/B+(12)
Based on 56 reported grades
A: 17
B: 12
B-: 6
B+: 6
Common Tags
Gives good feedback (43)
Caring (29)
Respected (29)
Amazing lectures (16)
Amazing lectures (16)
Inspirational (15)
Clear grading criteria (9)
Lots of homework (9)
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Ratings by Course

ESL209

5.0

(2)

SUMMERSCHOOL

5.0

(1)

ESLCOURSES

5.0

(1)

ESL208

5.0

(1)

ESLJJ

5.0

(2)
+4 more courses
Difficulty by Course

ESL204

2.3

ESL209

2.0

ESL202

1.6

SUMMERSCHOOL

1.0

ESL207

1.0

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