3.1

Jean-Baptiste Mario Samedy

Social Science - University of Ottawa

3.1
Quality
2.5
Difficulty
59%
Would Retake
129
Reviews
3.1
Quality
2.5
Difficulty
3.1
Helpful
3.0
Clarity

59%

Would Retake

129

Reviews

Rating Distribution
Official
129 total ratings

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What Students Say

Class is long &boring

SOC2512 - 4.0 rating

This is an excellent Prof

SOC2506 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

87%

Textbook Required

56%

Grade Predictor

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Predicted Grade

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95% confidence
Based on 39 grades
Most common grades:
A (12)
A+ (12)
A- (7)
Grade Distribution
A(24)B(3)C(1)D(1)F(0)A-/B+(11)
Based on 48 reported grades
A: 12
A+: 12
A-: 7
B+: 4
Common Tags
Hilarious (13)
Skip class? You won't pass. (11)
Caring (9)
Get ready to read (8)
Lecture heavy (8)
Respected (6)
Inspirational (5)
Participation matters (4)
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2506

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SOC3506

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SOC4714

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SOC2300

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SOC1101

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SOC3731

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Reviews (128)
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SOC1501
Apr 14, 2002

No Comments

3.0
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SOC2509
Apr 20, 2002

He wasn`t specific about the first exam.

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SOC1501
Apr 22, 2002

Uhhh?!? What did I learn from this guy? Nothing!

5.0
3.0
SOC3506
Aug 4, 2002

Very good prof, I learned a lot in his class. He cares for his students

4.0
1.0
SOC
Mar 18, 2003

No Comments

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5.0
SOC1101
Mar 27, 2003

Hated this class. The only thing I give him credit for is being funny. Other than that, he doesn't explain things well at all. I was always lost. His take home exams are HARD and not graded fairly at all. It was not at all an intro level course.

3.0
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SOC
Jul 14, 2003

Be pwepawed to learn on a lot weligion and love-making. Not the best of pwofs but if you have a good sense of humor, you will laugh a lot!

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SOC1501
Feb 17, 2004

course was so boring that we took to betting on what he would wear and how many times he would mention sexual relations with his wife. I had friends in other soc 1501 classes and they loved it, and didn't learn just what was in the book that he wrote.

5.0
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SOC4714
Dec 20, 2004

He's really a good teacher and a good person too. HE really cares about his students. He's one the teachers that has the best general culture. I will recommend you the classes he teaches.

2.0
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SOC1501
May 1, 2004

Horrible, he doesn't like students that question him, he favors students that just shut up and take it all in. I would expect a lot better from a prof who has been teaching for 20+ years.

5.0
3.0
SOC2300
Mar 17, 2005

Very good prof who is willing to try new technologies in his work. Despite having taught for over 20 years, he is still excited to teach!

5.0
1.0
SOC2507
Jan 10, 2005

Verrry enthusiastic and relaxed prof- what more would you expect, he tells you to kick back and relax on the first day of class. Knows his stuff and communicates important notes efficiently. Full of life and makes every class a riot. Strongly recommend!

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SOC1501
Mar 18, 2005

he never gets to the point

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SOC
Jun 17, 2005

OMG. What was that... Did I just almost failed my "exam" ? Remember, the reason we have light is because of capitalism. Not Edison. A very strange prof.

5.0
2.0
SOC1501
Grade: B
Aug 19, 2005

I am still learning stuff from what he taugh. He gave us not only awnser to question but keys for the doors of knowledge. I see people in more advence soc. likes him more. I have challenged him in class and have been intertained by him. Does not plan one class a the time, just plans his year and goes over a lot of stuff. Never learned that much!

5.0
2.0
SOC2507
Sep 28, 2005

Gets the msaage accross to you in the end. Sometimes hte pure dictation was not too fun, but at least you learnt a lot and you always knew exactly what he wanted. I could easily reccomend this prof. He even keeps you motivated through night courses

5.0
2.0
SOC1502
Oct 5, 2005

REally helpful, comprehensive with life's unexpected events. Teaching method is not like everyone else, seems useless at first but is really effective. Great teacher

5.0
1.0
SOC1501
Dec 15, 2005

very good teaxher, also very funny

4.0
3.0
SOC1501
Jan 5, 2006

Hilarious guy, very nice, but he speaks really fast, taking notes is hard. Take homes like define sociology are deceptively tough. Talks a lot about his personal life despite constantly saying he never talks about his personal life. His writings on Haiti's liberation are very interesting.

5.0
1.0
SOCIO
Jan 31, 2006

His funny stories are worthwhile alone in taking his classes. Pure Legend. ~BigR

5.0
2.0
SOC2505
Apr 22, 2006

very funny and interesting!

2.0
1.0
SCO2505
May 17, 2006

2nd worst prof at UofO. Never defines any concept, makes ****/**** comments in class (ask him what is a woman) forces you to buy a coursepack 50$ (with his articles) and his book (not available in bookstores, only in his office 25$ ?!?). Repeats 75% of his class materials (C = c + v + delta x(s)) from subject to subject. Avoid him!

5.0
1.0
SOC2509
Oct 23, 2006

People stress unnecessarily over this course. He basically teaches the same concepts in every course and adapts them to the course tile. He's hilarious and an easy marker.

4.0
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SOC2509
Nov 1, 2006

He is a very good teacher, although he tends to take a lot of time in advancing with the lessons. He interacts with students, making it more interresting and is quite funny. He is very clear and gives plenty of examples to make sure students understand. Only, technology is not his biggest strenght...

4.0
2.0
SOC1501
Nov 20, 2007

likes to get students participation and wastes lots of time on that, it kind of gets annoying, gives out lots of readings, he likes to joke around, his class is hard if you dont pay attention, he expects alot

2.0
2.0
SOC1701
Jan 12, 2008

Why is he teaching?

2.0
2.0
SOC1501
Jan 20, 2008

THE most useless class I have taken. Avoid is possible! Prof uses his own book as a textbook. However he is a terrible writer which makes the class very stressful... Sentences are not properly formulated and often run on endlessly. One sentence had 145 words, 5 sets of quotation marks, 18 comas, 2 dashes and 8 parentheses. Frustrating!!!!!!!!!!!!!

2.0
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SOC3731
Feb 17, 2008

His dictation style method of teaching is extremely frustrating and pointless.

2.0
2.0
SOC1501
Mar 6, 2008

Used his own textbook for the class - which wasn't available from his publisher until week 9 of a 12 week semester. In the mean time, he dictated to us is unfinished manuscript. So we ended up writing ourselves a part of something we paid for anyways. Unpleasant.

3.0
3.0
SOC1501
May 10, 2008

If you understand what's going on in his textbook: you're golden, because his class is just a repetition of his own book. Don't ask about his wife and pretend like you know what's going on and you're set. Also: might as well cut class time down to 45 minutes because that's usually all he dedicates to actually "teaching" in any given lecture.

4.0
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SOC3516
Aug 19, 2008

Ce prof sait garder l'intérêt et il explique jusqu'à ce que les étudiants comprennent. Les examens maisons sont très longs mais les notes en valent la peine... les textes sont difficiles à comprendre mais on les révise en classe. Somme toute, je reprendrais ce cours.

1.0
2.0
SOC1501
Jan 16, 2009

Possibly the worst prof at the University of Ottawa. Completly outdated with his opinions. Everyone gets a B+ regardless of understanding of sociology as well as work ethic. Has coincidently picked the worst TA's available (unsurprising). Scams you into buying his book for 40 cash which he throws in a garbage bag. Don't know how he was published?

1.0
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SOC1501
Dec 15, 2009

The University of Ottawa will be improved when Samedy is fired or when he retires. He undermines the integrity of the University and everything it represents. His class is counterproductive in acquiring any knowledge and his teachings are opinion-laden. The textbook he wrote is not worth the paper it is printed on. Avoid at all costs!

2.0
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SOC1501
Dec 30, 2009

Samedy will force the microphone into your face, especially if you sit at the back. Samedy's "teaching" style consists of him asking questions to himself and then answering them. You are not allowed to have your own opinion, you are wrong if you disagree. I read bad reviews of him and thought, whatever I'll take this course. Seriously, drop it.

4.0
1.0
SOC1501
Jan 7, 2010

His teaching methods aren?t what you see everyday but if you open your mind you can learn a lot from this man. He gets everyone involved which, in my opinion, is nice and also very entertaining. He gave an easy midterm & a take home/open book final exam. Anyone looking for a laugh, an easy grade or a knowledgeable teacher should look him up

3.0
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SOC1501
Aug 5, 2010

Though his classes were interesting at times he tends to go off on tangents making it hard to follow. During his class I felt I learnt nothing but in retrospect his course has proved marginally useful. He calls on students and often humilitates you if you anwser the question wrong. I feel that he is a professor better suited to teaching upper years

2.0
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SOC1501
Nov 23, 2010

gives notes for about half an hour and spends the rest of the time talking about totally unrelated things.. is really outdated (his book cites sources from 30 yrs ago!!!!) and old-fashioned. doesn't like to use technology. has difficulty explaining key concepts.

1.0
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SOC1501
Nov 30, 2010

If you are considering taking M. Samedy's class, DON'T! He is a horrendous teacher. His lessons are useless, and you will learn nothing. When speaking, he always wanders off on pointless tangents and makes revolting sexual jokes. He is difficult to understand; as an Immersion student, he made no effort to support us and ridiculed questions. Awful!

2.0
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SOC1501
Nov 30, 2010

Mr. Samedy is a terrible teacher. He is self absorbed and teaches only from his own books. He doesn't provide any help whatsoever. He makes innapropriate, rude and many sexual comments. he singles out students. His course is not designed for success. Avoid this course. as a french immersion student he was not helpful at all.

2.0
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SOC1501
Dec 11, 2010

Le cours le plus inutile et mal structuré que j'ai pris. On ne fait que lire dans le manuel.Il n'y a que l'examen de mi-session et final pour nous évaluer. Le prof fait beaucoup de blagues, mais il traite aussi les élèves d'irresponsables, d'immoraux et bref, on ne se sent pas tellement apprécié.

2.0
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SOC1501
Dec 17, 2010

À éviter! Un des cours les plus inutiles que j'ai suivi durant toute ma vie. Aucune clarté! L'examen de mi-session était très difficile et la correction par ses assistants fut ridiculeusement sévère. Il ne fait que lire son propre livre devant la classe et fais des blagues inutiles et rabaisse les élèves! Beaucoup de frustration dans ce cours...

5.0
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SOC2512
Dec 23, 2010

I took 6 courses with Samedy, and you don't see me complaining! Me and my friends agree, he's the best lol. On of them took 9 courses with him ahaha. He's nice, funny, understanding but it's pretty much his way or the highway! I would definitely take a 7th course with him. "Pas de stress!!"

3.0
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SOC1501
Jan 27, 2011

Had him for introduction to sociology. Pros: He's funny, tells good anecdotes... Cons: He doesn't explain what he wants for written works, gives grades with no comments whatsoever, and teaches from his textbook which is FAR too advanced for an "intro" course. Definitely would not take another class with him.

5.0
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SOC2506
Feb 5, 2011

AWSOME TEACHER!!!! He is a funny guy and he knows his stuff! There is one thing he keeps on saying: Est-ce qu'on me suit? Haha! FUNNY!!

4.0
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SOC3516
Feb 6, 2011

amazing teacher!!!! so funny and understanding... if you havent taken a class with him WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR! absolutely loved it.

1.0
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SOC1501
Apr 8, 2011

This Prof although he apparently knows what he is doing ( considering hes been teaching since the 80's and all hes done with his life is go to school) is a realllyyy bad prof. The course has no structure and is EXTREMELY unclear about what he is teaching. He claims the class is not about religion, but the cover of his book portrays the bible...

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SOC2506
Feb 14, 2011

Ne pas prendre ce prof!! JAMAIS !! JAMAAAIIIIIIIISSSSSSS !!!

4.0
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SOC1501
May 9, 2011

Awesome teacher ever! Funny and smart guy. Can't wait to take other classes with him.

2.0
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SOC1501
May 17, 2011

Avoid at all costs, especially if French is your second language.

3.0
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SOC1501
Sep 1, 2011

This course is USELESS but... If u don't like your mark YOU MUST meet him and he'll change it! You have a year to do it.

4.0
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SOC2506
Oct 14, 2011

Interessant. Il a un bon sens de l'humour et il est plutot accomodant. Je l'ai aussi eu en SOC2512.

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SOC1505
Dec 13, 2011

This prof is a little off his rocker. While at times entertaining, he is really tough to listen to when he's pushing his beliefs and is telling you what's "right and wrong". Isn't objectivity a key item in sociology?

5.0
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SOCB
Jan 5, 2012

He's the best teacher i've ever had in university, he explains everything clearly and he's so helpful! i recommend this class!

5.0
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SOCB
Apr 22, 2012

To be honest everyone that says that M. Samedy isin't a good teacher, they have a problem because you can never get a teacher like him that can help the students when ever they want! he's amazing to be honest! i got a B+ in his class but im sure if i went to see him i would of got higher than that.. anyways goodluck

5.0
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SOCSOC
Jun 25, 2012

Best teacher EVER. He loves his students and sociology ...could not have asked for a better teacher during my 3 years at Ottawa U I had him 4 times. He is just the BEST!!! Ottawa U should for sure make him a FULL time teacher.

5.0
3.0
SOCSOC
Jun 25, 2012

Best teacher EVER. He loves his students and sociology ...could not have asked for a better teacher during my 3 years at Ottawa U I had him 4 times. He is just the BEST!!! Ottawa U should for sure make him a FULL time teacher. Very smart man.

1.0
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SOC3516
Jul 25, 2012

I had to write something about the prof.WHAT A WASTE OF MY TIME!!! His class is not interesting and as many said, he forces his opinion on the students. We basically read HIS book (50$- cash?!) every single class..the only reason I went to class is because sometime he defines some of his completable symbolic words thats written in the book.WASTE!

2.0
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SOC1501
Sep 20, 2012

Worst prof I've had in University. If french is your second language, you'll most likely have a hard time understanding him. He was not helpful, and even refused to see me when I had a question, because I had a class during his office hours. Avoid at all costs!!!

1.0
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SOC1501
Oct 31, 2012

Dans sa classe on perd énormément de temps pour des stupidités. Il raconte des anecdotes sans liens avec le cours et est très incompréhensible. Parfois il interroge les étudiants mais n'écoute pas les réponses données. Il aime faire rire les gens en humiliant d'autres étudiants. Vous n'allez rien apprendre.

4.0
1.0
SOCC
Dec 12, 2012

This teacher is really passionate about what he does. He may come off as cocky since he uses his own book but he always uses examples and tries to make students laugh.He takes attendance but also gives out bonus marks for right answers. Midterms are essays and reflect what you learned.Just dont challenge him. I would recommend this class!

2.0
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SOC1501
Dec 25, 2012

Ok, so I took this class as an out of faculty elective and did not really care about the material. Having said that, Samedy will not teach you anything what so ever. Yes, he's funny, but he makes the class laugh at the expense of other students. He thinks he's always right and rejects the students' opinion. I got an A- with minimal effort. AVOID!!!

1.0
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SOC1501
Feb 11, 2013

Il était, jusqu'à ce que j'ai Elie Banyongen, le pire prof que j'avais jamais eu. C'était à peine de la socio...je ne sais même pas c'était quoi! Je l'ai eu il y a un an, et je m'en souviens à peine. Ce n'est qu'un mauvais souvenir que je tente d'oublier. Évitez ce prof à tout prix; économisez-vous 700$ et investissez le dans un meilleur cours!

4.0
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SOCA
Feb 20, 2013

BEST TEACHER I'VE EVER HAD AT OTTAWA U

3.0
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SOC1501
Apr 14, 2013

Hilarious prof! I enjoyed going to his class BUT I didn't understand more than half the stuff he was teaching us. His book is super confusing. He sometimes makes students read out loud from his book out loud. He uses really funny examples. If you can't read/write A LOT, don't pick this class!

1.0
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SOC1501
Sep 29, 2013

While he has a sense of humour, he is hard to understand. I found he has the tendency to mumble a lot. His textbook is useless and a waste of 50 dollars. He is intolerant of French Immersion students and very stuck up. 0/10 would not reccomend.

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SOC1501
Nov 6, 2013

Funny at times but such a horrible teacher, couldn't say I've learned anything the whole semester, you might maintain a good mark but mostly luck. Dont pick this class at all. Just DONT

2.0
2.0
SOC1501C
Dec 5, 2013

His classes are really confusing/he dictates all his notes which is really annoying especially for a French Immersion student. Sometimes he makes jokes but usually at the expense of another student. He also loves to call out random students, so if you don't like to participate AVOID. However, His exams were pretty easy to get a good mark.

2.0
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SOC3526
Jan 8, 2014

AVOID! AVOID! AVOID! Honestly, I was so pumped for this class and I was extremely disappointed by the lack of material that was covered and I can honestly say that I didn't learn anything! He loves pointing fingers at students and putting you on the spot. At times it felt as thought he enjoyed making fun of students. Never taking him again!

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SOC1501
May 20, 2014

À éviter. Ne fait que citer son propre livre, les élèves ne peuvent pas avoir d'opinion car il les ridiculise, énormément de perte de temps, parfois difficile à comprendre, matière inintéressante, vise directement certaines personnes, ne répond pas aux questions, arrive en retard. Peut parfois faire preuve d'«humour».

4.0
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SOC2712
Jun 7, 2014

Very good prof. Un des profs les plus intelligents que jai eu. Demande beaucoup d'effort, mais est vriament intressant. Open book exams, donne des questions préparatoires et des examens-maison. Fair marker.

3.0
2.0
SOC2512
Dec 3, 2014

This is a great professor. He cracks jokes during lectures to loosen up the class. Easy grader. Would recommend this professor to anyone.

5.0
2.0
SOC2512
Grade: Audit/No Grade
Dec 14, 2014

He is simply the nicest Prof ever! He is always there to help you anytime you need him. Also he is the smartest Prof I ever met in my entire life! He prepares you very well for the exams and give you questions in advance to prepare yourself (open book exam). I am going to take him again for 2 classes next semester :)

3.0
1.0
SOC2512
Grade: A-
Dec 15, 2014

Hard to understand the prof but easy class overall.

1.0
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SOC1501
Grade: A
Feb 11, 2015

He is incredibly boring and hard to understand. He goes off topic a lot, I really didn't learn anything about sociology, but it was an easy A. He gives his notes orally so you must show up. Also, he will make you pay cash in class for his textbook, but it is available in the library, many copies under different names and year (exact same content)

5.0
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SOC2506
Grade: Rather not say
Mar 20, 2015

This is the best prof I have ever in UOttawa, very smart, highly knowledgeable. You learn in his class seriously. perfectly good one.

4.0
1.0
SOC2712
Grade: A
Mar 23, 2015

Good prof. Easy grader. I totally recommend this prof, especially for political sociology. He knows a lot, and will be able to answer all of your questions. Yes, he has his own ideas already made, but the guy is pretty much a living legend in the field.

5.0
1.0
SOC2506
Grade: A+
Apr 2, 2015

This is an excellent Prof. and if you see any negative comments about him, it's because the student didn't take his class seriously. He is always there to help you and answer your questions, but you also need to pay attention in class and be there! If you do so you will finish with a great mark :)

5.0
2.0
2506
May 7, 2015

Best prof I ever had at the University . I took 3 classes with him . No stress during the class . Make sure to buy his book . Great experience !

3.0
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SOC3516
Grade: B+
Jul 18, 2015

He doesn't use blackboard, or ANY visual support. It is a "dictee" format where you HAVE to write down what he says out loud. Worst epistemology, and expects you to follow and think at the same time. Word for word re-wrote his book. Total waste of time and learned nothing.

1.0
3.0
SOC1501
Grade: A
Jul 24, 2015

If his arrogance doesn't bug you enough, his lectures will. I'm a straight A student and had no idea what was going on half the time. He based the whole class on his book and his book only. Papers and research were scary at the start but not graded too harshly. Good luck with the final.

4.0
2.0
SOC3516
Grade: B+
Aug 26, 2015

J'ai eu 4 cours avec Mr Samedy et jamais deçu! Et donc une ancienne combattante de Mr Samedy. YES!

5.0
2.0
SOC3516
Grade: A
Sep 1, 2015

He is really funny but you have to be in class to pass the course

5.0
1.0
SOC2712
Grade: A+
Sep 30, 2015

this teacher is one of the best at Ottawa university , with him you will understand better, who you are and the society where you from or living. his teaching is really helpful and he is the only teacher you can spend 3 hours in class you wont feel tired. .

5.0
1.0
S0C3516
Grade: A+
Sep 30, 2015

best ever

3.0
3.0
SOC2512
Grade: A
Oct 9, 2015

Prof Mario is the best one in Ottawa University. He is comprehensive. his class required to be presented to passed. helpful smart, methodic, really insteresting.

5.0
2.0
SOC3526
Grade: A+
Oct 16, 2015

This is the best prof ever known in Ottawa University. Cool make you out of stress. help students. professional one. I would take him again and I invite you to take if you need to be well known. the students who don't have good note are giving bad info regarding prof Samedy. we are all know that is not true.

4.0
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SOC3516
Dec 11, 2015

Enseignant passionné par sa matière! Se perd parfois lors de ses explications et ses blagues... Faire absolument une écoute sélective pendant ses cours. Travail finaux clairs et faciles (Résumé d'un texte et commentaire écrit)

4.0
3.0
SOC2512
Grade: B-
Dec 12, 2015

Class is long &boring. He stands there and talks the whole time &you better take notes. Doesn't use blackboard or email. BUT Samedy truly cares for his students&wants everyone to do well and pass. Only a midterm &a final, both are essays. Will make jokes during class to "relax" us. Saved my grade &helped me pass. No textbook, but buy his book!!!!!!

2.0
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SOC1501
Grade: A-
Mar 22, 2016

Classe vraiment pas intéressante, j'écrivais des projets sans savoir si cela ferait du sens pourtant je finissais avec des A et des A-. Le prof fait écrire les notes de cours à la main, aucun PP, le livre est vraiment plate et incompréhensible.

5.0
2.0
SOC2512
Grade: A
Jun 1, 2016
Would take again

His classes are pretty vague and your notes probably won't make any sense at the end of the day, but if you use his book as a source for your assignments you'll finish with an A. Really easy midterms and finals, just make sure you go to class. He means well but his teaching style may not be for everyone.

5.0
1.0
SOC3516
Grade: A-
Jun 14, 2016
Would take again

M Samedy is the best prof ever known at UO. very knowledgeable, smart, respect by the student, amazing lecture, to be in class is mandatory to pass. M Samedy is the most interesting teacher, stress free. Provide very good advice to student that can help for your life. I recommend him. best of the best.

5.0
3.0
SOC2506
Grade: A
Sep 2, 2016
Would take again

Professor Samedy is a really good prof! He truly cares about his students and wants them to do well! Make sure you go to class, attendance is mandatory. His exams basically consist of writing papers, very easy to get an A if you use his textbook as a guide. Definitely use the book, he reads his notes from it directly. Awesome prof! :)

Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
Caring
4.0
2.0
SOC1501
Jun 18, 2017
Would take again

Professeur Samedy : souriant, drôle et relaxe. Le succès de ses étudiants est sa priorité #1, il va vous donner tout le matériel nécessaire pour réussir (ex: pour l'examen mi-session et final, il nous a donné un plan détaillé à suivre). Si vous ne suivez pas mot pour mot son plan, vous avez un échec. P.S : il vie et respire pour son livre !!!

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
Hilarious
5.0
2.0
SOC1501
Grade: A+
Sep 2, 2017
Would take again

Drôle, relaxe, accessible et veut sincèrement que ses étudiants réussissent. 5% de participation son accordé à tous les étudiants; examens maisons qui sont compréhensibles mais SEULEMENT axés seulement sur son livre; si vous ne suivez pas son livre mot pour mot, vous n'allez pas réussir son cours. Bonne chance, en général il est très flexible !

4.0
2.0
SOC2503
Grade: B+
Jan 11, 2018
Would take again

This teacher is very good. A lot of student literally follows him. I am trying as well, currently at my second class and hoping to finish my 3 others with him. 2 take home exams. Very low maintenance class and is straight forward in what he is looking for the take home exams. Caring and thinks of the best for his student.

Tests? Not many
Clear grading criteria
Caring
2.0
3.0
ANT2503
Grade: B+
Jan 22, 2018
Wouldn't take again

This prof does not share his email and is completely unreachable outside of class hours. He is nice and caring, but unorganized in terms of assignments. 1 paper, one big group project and 1 take home final

Caring
GROUP PROJECTS
5.0
2.0
SOC1501
Grade: A
Mar 16, 2018
Would take again

Great teacher, fun time with him. The class is a little bit hard, but not that much. The exam are easy, but it will take time to do it.

Inspirational
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
3.0
SOC2509
Grade: A-
Apr 10, 2018
Would take again

Il est juste le meilleur de tous. Ses étudiants l'aime, il essaie de répondre à toutes les questions, il a la réponse à pratiquement toutes les questions... Il est vieux jeu, il parle beaucoup, mais il juste drôle.

Respected
Get ready to read
Inspirational
4.0
2.0
SCS1560
Grade: A+
May 18, 2018
Would take again

One of the best teacher I know! He's super funny and makes you feel comfortable in his class. His teaching style is kind of old school ( No Power Points, no BrightSpace ) you have to be present in class to get notes. Really cares about his students and he's so smart. He has all the history of the world in his brain

3.0
3.0
SOC3516
Grade: A+
Sep 3, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Monsieur Samedy is funny, however 85% of the time I was lost when he explained the structure for the midterm and the final exam. The only reason why I finish with a great mark is because of the TA. I was at the TA office hours all the time, and I did not leave until I understood. Samedy lectures are ALL OVER THE PLACE! And he does not explain well

Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
SOC3516
Nov 8, 2018
Would take again

Salut les jeunes; est-ce qu'on me suit?... lol best of the best je prends un cours de socio avec Mr Samedy , ce prof est très intelligent, interessant et drole! les classes sont très actifs. la seule chose c'est que vous deviez copier après lui vu qu'il ne poste rien sur brightspace ni par courriel! 2 examens maison , highly recommended.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Inspirational
Hilarious
5.0
2.0
SOC1501
Grade: A+
Jan 9, 2019
Would take again

Best prof I have had at Ottawa U. Very knowledgeable, Strong lecturer and hilarious on top of that. Read his book and you will pass. Easy Power point and he prepare well the class before exam. I would take his class again I the opportunity arise. Good luck

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
1.0
SOC2503
Grade: A+
Apr 13, 2019
Would take again

Such a great prof, wants you to pass and is always available to talk. Makes you feel comfortable in class even if you don't understand too well. Honestly, I barely understood but I did the readings and that's all I really needed tbh + participation deffo brought my grades up. SO GRATEFUL AND TAKE HIS CLASS TO BRING YOUR GPA UP

Participation matters
Hilarious
Caring
3.0
2.0
SOC1501
Grade: B-
Nov 19, 2019
Wouldn't take again

This prof is wild. He doesn't post his powerpoint on Brightspace, he speaks so fast and with a thick accent. If you miss a class, you're screwed. Write as fast as you can, do an audio recording, and pray to god. He's really funny and likes to make the class dynamic, but it's stressful.

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
Graded by few things
1.0
1.0
SOC2512
Grade: C+
Dec 3, 2019
Wouldn't take again

The worst prof I've ever had, he has no visual aid, doesn't post anything online, he wings his lecture. Doesn't repeat himself, talks way too fast and expects you to type or write everything down. It's basically a spelling bee. He's unclear with his exams. Get his book and read the whole thing if you want the slightest chance at passing.

Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
Lecture heavy
3.0
1.0
SOC1501
Dec 3, 2019
Would take again

This prof is always late. So don't worry about rushing to class. He tells you to read his book but it's not necessary at all. The notes you take in class have nothing to do with the assignments. Just show up to class and you'll be good.

Hilarious
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
2.0
2.0
SOC1501
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 3, 2019
Wouldn't take again

He is Cool & Fresh! But sadly the content learned in class has nothing to do with the midterms and finals. Pointless class, learned absolutely nothing!

Hilarious
5.0
3.0
S0C3516
Grade: A+
Apr 20, 2020
Would take again

Best Prof at the university of Ottawa, every time I see he's teaching a class I take it. He never does in class exams, only take homes. Always available to answer questions, I only did the readings that needed to be done for the exams and I passed with flying colors. Highly recommend

Skip class? You won't pass.
Hilarious
Caring
1.0
3.0
SOC2551
Jun 30, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Write everything that he says WORD FOR WORD because he wants you to regurgitate his ideas and opinions. The only reference he uses is his own book. His explanations for midterms and papers are confusing (but generally simple once you understand) and he can seem condescending at times. Take another class if possible.

Skip class? You won't pass.
1.0
4.0
SOC2512
Grade: Not sure yet
Sep 15, 2020
Wouldn't take again

This man is not clear with what he wants at all, refuses to share his PowerPoints or repeat himself. Half of the things he wants you to read are unavailable. Only took this class because it was mandatory for my program, would not recommend otherwise.

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
Lecture heavy
2.0
1.0
SOC1501
Jan 7, 2021
Wouldn't take again

He is cool and fresh. His lectures are very long however some of the arguments that started in class are very funny. Some of the articles in his textbook are used in the exams but he will tell you which ones to use specifically so make sure you are able to adequately summerize them. He doesnt post his lecture notes however only a few are important.

1.0
4.0
SOC2512
Sep 30, 2021
Wouldn't take again

This prof is unclear when he explains and speaks, he refuses to repeat himself, He has no other references except his book ( he doesn't post it online and you have to buy it) and the visuals are useless in this course (one slide per chapter) and if you take his course online, good luck because he's always late and often forgot to record the class

Skip class? You won't pass.
1.0
3.0
SOC2512
Oct 7, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Terrible! Terrible! Terrible! He's the worst professor ever! His classes are him citing his book (and making you note word for word what he says) and basically forcing you to buy it (how is that legal?). He is also very mean, boring, degrading, condescending and not open to criticism. DO NOT TAKE HIS CLASS! Please trust me.

Get ready to read
Lecture heavy
1.0
4.0
SOC2512
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 3, 2021
Wouldn't take again

This teacher makes you copy word for word the notes, but doesn't put them on the screen written down. He is very hard to understand, and refuses to repeat himself. Gets very mad when someone asks him to repeat, and tells us to go watch the recording (but we still can't understand). His exams are take home, but instructions super unclear. RUN

Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
3.0
SOC2512
Dec 2, 2021
Would take again

Hard to understand what he says sometimes but with the recording of the class it shouldn't be a problem. Be ready to type he talks a lot but it's worth it.

Respected
Get ready to read
Hilarious
5.0
2.0
SOC2512
Grade: A
Dec 17, 2021
Would take again

Best prof you can have in the University all the people that are racking him lot are students that didn't attend his class be prepared to write Monsieurs always wants people to succeed he always give bonus point and he tell you exactly what he wants from you. Best prof.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Skip class? You won't pass.
4.0
2.0
SOC1501
Grade: A
Dec 18, 2021
Would take again

The lectures are kinda boring: hes reading his book, write fast if u dont wanna miss anything. but, its an easy class and he gives a lot of bonus points if you write exactly what he wants. only three assignments, no much work outside of class

4.0
2.0
S0C3516
Grade: A-
Jan 26, 2023
Would take again

Cool et fresh

1.0
5.0
SOC2709
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Jun 22, 2023

Only took me one lecture to know I needed to drop it. He goes SO FAR OFF TOPIC IN HIS LECTURES, repeats himself basically every few sentences, and only showed two slides in one lecture. His textbook is just as confusing and impossible to read. To those who read this review, I warn you: Stay. Away. From. This. Class.

Get ready to read
Participation matters
Lecture heavy
2.0
2.0
SOC2709
Grade: A-
Jul 30, 2023

The class itself isnt hard. 3 assignments, all relatively easy (although instructions were not very clear) Long lectures where the prof reads his own notes (to save time, watch the recordings instead). Also, you do not need his book. The prof is passionate but IMO his style is outdated. I would not recommend unless you have limited options.

Get ready to read
Lecture heavy
4.0
1.0
SOC2709
Grade: Incomplete
Aug 3, 2023
Would take again

cool et fresh! hes a great teacher and very clear on what he wants for the exams. lectures are a bit boring bc he reads his slides but if you attend and take notes, his exams should be very very easy to pass. he rlly wants his students to succeed! had him two times already, and would take again

Clear grading criteria
Respected
Lecture heavy
5.0
1.0
SCO2505
Grade: A+
Jul 26, 2024
Would take again

Guys, easy A+ also matters in your journey.

Hilarious
Caring
Respected
1.0
1.0
ANT2503
Grade: A
Dec 16, 2024
Would take again

take this prof if you want the easiest A. you literally do nothing however he randomly made attendance mandatory because nobody came to class.

Clear grading criteria
3.0
3.0
SOC1502
Grade: A+
Dec 19, 2024

I took SOC1504 with him and it wasn't bad. He has a very strong Haitian accent when speaking French which at first made it hard to understand, but the more you hear it, the more you get used to it. However, he doesn't have slideshows or powerpoints he reads off of. He reads solely off his book and tells you to write it down verbatim.

Hilarious
Beware of pop quizzes
2.0
4.0
SOC1501
Grade: A-
Jan 28, 2025

the lectures are really hard to follow cause there is no slides or power point to help and he goes on lots of tangents and rants that are not relevant to class subjects. The lecture were recorded which helps but i wish i could just take notes in class and actually understand what he's talking about

Lecture heavy
5.0
1.0
SCS1560
Grade: A
Mar 17, 2025
Would take again

He was a great teacher and gave lectures that were very interesting, he would include details of his personal life in his lectures which made the projects easier to complete because he was very personable. He gave mini quizzes that were easy, but overall a great prof, dont buy the text book you wont read it!

Inspirational
Hilarious
Respected
3.0
2.0
SOC2709
Grade: Rather not say
May 25, 2025
Would take again

Good teacher.

Gives good feedback
Graded by few things
Accessible outside class
3.0
4.0
SCS1560
Grade: Not sure yet
Sep 17, 2025

He's really nice but really not good at teaching. He has a big accent which makes it difficult to understand, not only that but he goes super fast so it's impossible to take notes and doesn't have any power points or anything on bright space. He reccords his class on zoom but says you absolutely have to be there in person or you'll loose points.

Hilarious
Lecture heavy
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