4.6

Marilyn Kane

Philosophy - Douglas College

4.6
Quality
2.2
Difficulty
95%
Would Retake
119
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4.6
Quality
2.2
Difficulty
4.6
Helpful
4.6
Clarity

95%

Would Retake

119

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What Students Say

Genuine and passionate

PHIL1102 - 5.0 rating

Kane is a great teacher

PHIL1102 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

68%

Textbook Required

67%

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Get ready to read (6)
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1101

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Reviews (118)
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PHIL101
Sep 3, 2002

so funny, makes the class fun, hot

5.0
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PHIL101
Oct 9, 2002

Smart,witty,gorgeous woman & excellent philosopher.

5.0
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PHIL152
Nov 19, 2002

seriously hot and cool prof

5.0
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PHIL101
Dec 4, 2002

great teacher

5.0
1.0
PHIL101
Dec 13, 2002

Easy going and a very fun teacher to talk to.

5.0
2.0
101152
Jan 5, 2003

A good teacher, witty, helpful, generous, made hard concepts easy to understand

5.0
1.0
PHIL152
Jan 29, 2003

lots of fun, no assigments! easy exams

5.0
2.0
PHIL152
Feb 3, 2003

Most amazing woman I've ever met. Smart, funny and made class interesting.

5.0
2.0
PHIL101
Mar 13, 2003

Smart, Funny, HOT!!!!

5.0
1.0
PHIL101
Mar 14, 2003

Just 1 word = EXCELLENT

5.0
2.0
PHIL101
Mar 14, 2003

she's totally HOT........,she's nice too

5.0
1.0
PHIL152
Mar 16, 2003

Fun, informative, loves her Plato/Socrates! Good looking

5.0
2.0
PHIL101
Mar 17, 2003

She is funny and pretty , really look like Kate Moss.Her class is interesting. She gives very clear lecture and organized notes. Assignment and test r not difficult too.

5.0
1.0
PHIL153
Apr 15, 2003

Loved her class. Very helpful and concerned about her students. I have her again this summer in Phil 103.

5.0
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PHIL152
May 6, 2003

Dr. Kane has that hot librarian look. Fun teacher, she loves the dudes of ancient Greek and could turn anyone else onto them too!

5.0
3.0
103
Jul 11, 2003

She is damn awesome (looks and teaching style). you will never be bored in this class. she promotes class discussion and teaches the subject matter very well.

3.0
3.0
PHIL103
Jul 11, 2003

Marilyn's disposition makes the class enjoyable however I feel that she may be too immersed in her own discourse community.

4.0
2.0
PHIL101
Jul 22, 2003

quite easy course... she's fun... kinda weird sumtimes but ok... easy quizzes, clear, but lately it's been boring... too monotonous sometimes...

5.0
2.0
PHIL103
Aug 6, 2003

Dr. Kane is a gifted prof, and clearly strives for excellence in her work. She commands and deserves respect.

4.0
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101
Aug 6, 2003

her test and quizz are easy to write. a lot of fun and interesting dicussion in her class. she is very nice and good-looking. highly recommended.

3.0
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PHIL103
Aug 13, 2003

her essays are becoming harder and shes also changed. she is tough on marking essays and exams. i was surprised to see her changed after coming to phil 103 after taking phil 101 with her

5.0
3.0
PHIL103
Aug 14, 2003

She puts effort into marking out a paper, but grades fairly. This is good, because you find out where improvement is needed without losing marks. Profs don't get much better than this.

5.0
2.0
PHIL101
Aug 16, 2003

awesome teacher...incredibly passionate bout philosophy...had a great time in her class..take philosophy with her! buy her a maserati if you can, you're guaranteed A+

3.0
3.0
PHIL103
Sep 22, 2003

Needs to be more strict with students who talk during class. There were a group of people who would chat and laugh during every class (a major distraction). I dreaded going to this class because the sense of atmoshere sucked:many stuck up, elitist people.

5.0
3.0
PHIL103
Nov 19, 2003

Dr. Kane is the ideal teacher. She is friendly, humerous, informative, challenging and very approachable. She has a passion for her job that many teachers lack. I would highly recommend her classes in particular phil 101.

5.0
3.0
PHIL103
Dec 24, 2003

Best epistemology instuctor I've ever had. Clear, concise, and passionate. She's also the cutest instructor on campus ;)

4.0
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PHILO101
Mar 28, 2004

She is a very nice teacher, but just a bit too hard for 101

5.0
2.0
PHIL102
Mar 30, 2004

I loved her class. She was interesting and realistic in her expectations. She encourages discussion si if you enjoy active thinking instead of just regurgitating text books you'll love this class.

5.0
3.0
PHIL101
Apr 20, 2004

She is totally cool, the best example of what a teacher should be like! Very intelligent, very helpful, and overall a really cool person. If you pay attention, no problem getting an A

5.0
2.0
101152
May 22, 2004

She's Hot!!! Hard to think about Philosophy when she's teaching!

5.0
1.0
101
Jul 17, 2004

Best prof I've ever had. Class was interesting (even when it could have been dreadfully boring) and she made good jokes and brought up cool articles and ideas. She grades fairly and takes time to mark your papers and show you where you could improve.

4.0
3.0
PHI103
Aug 1, 2004

Its really distracting when your profs a hottie...smart, sexy, what a combination...

3.0
3.0
PHIL102
Aug 8, 2004

She is funny but marks a bit too hard.

5.0
3.0
PHIL101
Aug 10, 2004

wow, what a great prof. super fun, explained well, great personality. really enjoyed her class, can't help but rave about her. bit gross watching all the boys with crushes on her... =)

5.0
2.0
PHILANY
Aug 11, 2004

if the way she teaches is appealing, and the way she looks is easy on the eyes, social facilitation occurs, in that, you perform better as a student for such an empowering prof...total respects, but damn is she great all around!!! classy & smart!!

5.0
1.0
PHIL103
Aug 14, 2004

awesome!! she's good! it's my 1st phil course and i love it. she makes it interesting and a very kool and intelligent prof. it's a must take...

5.0
2.0
PHIL102
Aug 18, 2004

very interesting teacher, love her sense of humour. I would definately recommend her to anyone. Fairly easy class. Listening to her teach is absolutly wonderful.

5.0
2.0
PHIL101
Nov 22, 2004

She is one of the best teacher I have ever had. Her style of teaching is very effective. Her material is 10 times easier to understand than the book. Love her dry sense of humor. Her test is long and fair. If you attend her class you shouldn't have any problem at all.

5.0
2.0
PHIL
Dec 2, 2004

A very enjoyable teacher. I angled to get into another of her philosophy classes the next semester because I enjoyed her course so much. She respects everyone's opinion on things (very important in a phil prof) and provides everything you'll need to do well in her class (forget the textbook!).

4.0
2.0
PHIL102
Dec 20, 2004

her teaching is fair, got through easily. But, I think she used her charm so much when she teaches, that she forgot what she is doing in the class. However, I think she is a little bit ****,shehadproblemsinbringingtheclassasawhole during hereweretimesinclasstheonethatIwasin,sheexploded.

3.0
2.0
PHIL102
Dec 23, 2004

Took her class last summer, very annoying. In the class you feel like you are just a referee, watching one end speak then the other end of the class speak. She tends to stick the individuals that she likes/loves? Yikes!!! Although everyone says that she is the BEST, bla, bla, bla, but be careful!

5.0
1.0
PHIL1102
Mar 6, 2005

Great prof, very easy to look at!! Course is enjoyable, easy to get a high grade in the course. Midterms are a breeze, and easy reading quizzes (real basic) give freebie percentage points (10!). I recommend Marilyn absolutely, I'd take another course with her in a moment.

4.0
2.0
PHIL1102
Apr 28, 2005

Very nice teacher. Gives excellent notes, and exams are easy. Not a hard class to do well in.

5.0
3.0
PHIL
Jun 30, 2005

Superb !

5.0
2.0
1101
Grade: C
Aug 4, 2005

She's prerry...:D Moreover, she's got a good personality. I saw she takes care of every kind of students. It was good to know she's a good teacher in this site.

5.0
1.0
PHIL1103
Aug 4, 2005

Easy easy class.anyone who doesnt give her high marks is on crack she is an easy marker.gives fair tests...if u try a bit then this class can be a gpa booster 4 sure..i'd take her again if i had more electives..not bad looking either hahahaaha there are alot worse looking teachers out tehre... hot nerd!! booyaa! highly recommend take this class!

5.0
1.0
PHIL1101
Aug 6, 2005

she is quite nice teacher. her lecture is very clear and easy to follow. easy to get good mark if you listen to lecture and take a note. i strongly recommand her.

4.0
2.0
PHIL
Aug 20, 2005

Well I didn't get the mark I wanted but thats my problem. Shes an awesome teacher and makes things crystal clear. You may not even have to use the textbook at all. This class can be distracting as she is one attractive lady.

5.0
2.0
PHIL100
Oct 5, 2005

she's HOT!!!!!!!

5.0
3.0
1101
Grade: D
Nov 6, 2005

she's amazing prof!!! very nice and helpfull... have a good sense of humor... i will definetly take her class again!

4.0
3.0
PHIL
Mar 14, 2006

the word to describe her is kind. shes a very kind person. she's so young i dunno i thought she looked pretty young and she has her phd? DAMN GIRL!

5.0
2.0
1102
Apr 24, 2006

She is SMART!!! She is FUNNY!!! AND more importanly she is HOT!!! You cannot get any better prof than her!!! I seriously wish all my courses were taught by her!!

5.0
1.0
PHIL1152
Jul 19, 2006

She's totally hot. Hot, hot, hot. Easy fun class. Very interesting. No homework. Just "surprise" quizzes out of 2. You get one for your name. One essay, easy midterm, easy final.

4.0
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PHIL1102
Aug 1, 2006

I'm no philosopher, but Marilyn made this class really fun. She's very clear and relates EVERYTHING to things that are relevant to everyone. Or even that aren't, but are funny anyways-who's up for a discussion of Angelina Jolie's morals? haha. Great teacher, very helpful and extremely passionate about her work. Take her class!

5.0
2.0
PHIL1101
Aug 5, 2006

Brains as well as beauty (a rarity these days). Great personality, fun classes. Doesn't feel like traditional "learning" - You just kind of "get it" in her class without a lot of effort. Everything you could want in a teacher (and everything you could want in a woman, for that matter). Take this class with her. Try not to drool - It looks bad.

4.0
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PHIL1102
Aug 13, 2006

a really fun class!! she related class issues to personal issues that everyone was able to clearly understand. discussions were informative & fun & the subjects were really interesting. she is an amazing prof...she's not only passionate about her field, but she makes you gain passion for it too. i definitely recommend her!!

5.0
2.0
PHIL1101
Aug 20, 2006

Kinda looks like Kate Moss, but thats not important. All u need to care about is that she is easy, helpful, friendly and enthusiastic. If u want to pull ur GPA up significantly, take courses taught by her. I did alright in this course and had a lot of fun with her~

5.0
3.0
PHIL1101
Dec 6, 2006

Best instructor I've ever had at Douglas and it has nothing to do with her looks. It seems like no one can rate her without talking about how hot she is. The bottom line is if you want an instructor who will make the material easy to understand and make the class enjoyable, take her class.

5.0
2.0
PHIL1101
Mar 26, 2007

I've had two classes with Marilyn already. She's super fun..and make classes interesting...!

5.0
2.0
PHIL1103
Apr 11, 2007

Wow, what a great prof. Hands down the best prof that i have ever had. She is awsome, if she taught every phil class i would change my major. She also looks great which doesnt hurt

5.0
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PHIL1102
Apr 12, 2007

Marilyn is by far one of the best instructors at Douglas. She knows how to make philosophy relevant to life and interesting. If you can take a class with her you are very lucky.

5.0
2.0
PHIL1106
May 10, 2007

marilyn is the best teacher ive ever had. she explains the txtbook crap into words that MAKE SENSE. attendance not mandatory but she gives the best notes so i would GO. im a girl and i think shes sexy. not gonna lie. SHES HOT. and nice. and HILARIOUS. love her.

4.0
3.0
PHIL1103
Jun 13, 2007

Very relaxed. Funny. Fair!

4.0
2.0
PHIL1101
Jul 24, 2007

Makes everything crystal clear. Best teacher for this subject, I think. Was away often, though. You always get out of class early, which is nice.

5.0
3.0
PHIL1101
Aug 3, 2007

she can really make a boring subject interesting

5.0
2.0
PHIL1101
Aug 13, 2007

This was an enjoyable course. Marilyn makes philosophy easy to understand.

5.0
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PHIL1103
Aug 22, 2007

she is the bomb among the bombs!!!! she explains everything nicely, and what i love about her, she calls all the philosopher she likes "dudes". I always think of her like a hippie back in the 70s. I love the class eventho we talk about crazy peeps--just love it!!!

4.0
4.0
PHIL1101
Sep 5, 2007

She is super humorous and nice. She explains the stuffs clear and brief, and gives good examples too. She always talks about her dogs and cats and makes the boring course funny. A fair maker, too. I like her!

4.0
1.0
PHIL101
Nov 21, 2007

Took this class because I had to, was expecting the worse. Kane is quite knowledgable and generally speaking, an okay professor. Way to easy, really. GPA booster in a big way. HOWEVER, wont admit when ses wrong. clearly lost an argument with a student, then had a hissy fit. nice lady, overall.

5.0
1.0
PHIL1101
Jan 9, 2008

I have taken 3 classes with her, 1101, 1102, 1152. She is my all time favorite teacher. Great teaching style...With her looks, she can make the most prudent of philosophers fall in love with her..With her rich inner values and external beauty, she can even make Plato climb up out of his cave and into her lap!!

5.0
4.0
PHIL100
Feb 13, 2008

Marilyn is the reason I chose a Philosophy major. She is a challenging prof, but you learn so much from her and have a lot of fun doing it. Take one of her courses any chance you get, you won't regret it.

5.0
2.0
PHIL4706
Apr 5, 2008

Great prof. Didn't expect to like philosophy so much...would consider taking another of her classes but don't need it for my degree. She sure knows the material and can teach it easily

5.0
3.0
PHIL1101
Apr 11, 2008

She's very helpful and clear, smart. Makes boring topic interesting. Proof that intelligence is SEXY. One of DC's Best Instructors. TAKE HER

5.0
1.0
PHIL1101
Aug 23, 2008

She's young, hip and hilarious! Lectures were usually short, every class ended 20-45mins early but still covered everything we needed to know. Uses very clear examples and hands out tons of practice assignments. If you read the text and did the practice work, tests are super easy. She does EASY pop quizzes. There's one essay-type assignment too.

5.0
4.0
PHIL1102
Apr 18, 2009

Awesome prof, hilarious, short classes, makes everything crystal clear. Could ease up on the marking structure a bit.

5.0
2.0
PHIL1101
Apr 24, 2009

Another of Douglas Colleges' finest. Lectures are kept concise, and she's hilarious. TALK in her classes to get her (good) attention, but do it out of turn and she'll get really annoyed. Read the book, go to class and ask for clarification when you need it (she's pretty clear up front). Fantastic course, definitely not a snore.

5.0
1.0
PHIL1104
Jul 22, 2009

One of the bestest at Douglas. Take the class! great GPA boost!!

5.0
1.0
PHIL1102
Jul 28, 2009

Great with the material and does an excellent breakdown, she teaches in a style for those with a grasp of logic and who actually want to be there. Don't talk. Don't text. Do your readings, you will ace the class, hard concept, I know.

4.0
2.0
PHIL1101
Sep 14, 2009

Marilyn is an amazing teacher. she makes the class very interesting

5.0
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PHIL1101
Apr 15, 2010

Marilyn is awesome. Funny, smart and interesting. Made me love Philosophy. Plus, she is easy on the eyes too, which is always a bonus.

5.0
3.0
PHIL1103
Aug 5, 2010

amazing teacher

5.0
1.0
PHIL1101
Aug 6, 2010

So...amazing. Recommand her! do take her calss if you wanna get your gpa boost! I got an A+...even without studying too hard in her course, but do the reading and exercize, try to talk more about ur understanding of arguments...

5.0
1.0
PHIL1101
Aug 12, 2010

Marilyn is just...excellent.It would be easy to get an A and difficult to get an F..One thing is she is always easy with staring at you, and you are just like..feeling comfortable..._.Take her class, she is really a dedicated instructer

5.0
1.0
PHIL1101
Aug 23, 2010

AMAZING teacher. She was really funny and her class is awesome, easy to understand and get a good mark, plus shes hot :)

5.0
2.0
PHIL1102
Sep 7, 2010

Marilyn is such a great teacher. I went in with no interest in Philosophy but after taking it with her, I really did learn to think critically and enjoyed her as a teacher. Highly recommended. Just don't be a know it all, ALL the time. She's pretty good on the eyes as well. :)

5.0
1.0
PHIL1101
Dec 30, 2010

good keep up the good work

5.0
2.0
EASL0350
Feb 13, 2011

I just loved her lectures. First I didn't really like her since she tends to be strict like a highschool teacher, but then I realized that helped me a lot! She's really loving person and likes teaching and her students. She'll encourage you to do well if you become left befind. GREAT prof! I love the way she lectures!

5.0
3.0
PHIL1102
Apr 24, 2011

Dr. Kane is always on time and organized. Engaging prof that makes the material interesting and encourages class discussion without forcing it. Fair marker. What was said in the last dozen positive reviews is still accurate today. If your going to take a philosophy course, take it with her.

5.0
2.0
PHIL1101
Aug 16, 2011

I got a B+! And I am a C+ student from 1st year English class. Marilyn makes crystal clear explanations. And the class was super fun. Made me think of everyday life arg'ts. And now I am thinking of changing my major to philosophy... (perhaps?) :)

5.0
1.0
PHIL1101
Sep 10, 2012

She extremely helpful. Down to earth and will help anyone if they have questions. She loves to use her emails, so if you ever have a question, just email her and she will respond fast. Her class is so easy, usually I don't like to attend class in the summer, but she was definitely worth it. Very hot as well! ;) Highly recommended for a GPA booster.

5.0
3.0
PHILOSOPHY1101
Apr 5, 2013

Marilyn is wonderful! She loves students who engage themselves in class, you don't need to be a teacher's pet, just participating in discussions makes her warm up to you. I would love to take more courses with her. Funny, sarcastic sense of humor.

5.0
2.0
PHIL1102
Jul 24, 2013

A very funny teacher. I found the class difficult but she does a great job trying to teach it. The readings were confusing. Her study guides are very helpful. I loved being in her class, I just didn't enjoy the material.

5.0
2.0
PHIL3310
Grade: A-
Aug 19, 2013

Makes the class fun and she really loves the course material. Encouraged participation and discussion in the class. I was told she was a hard marker but as long as you put in some earnest effort you shouldn't have trouble cracking a B+ on her papers. Great teacher, would definitely recommend.

5.0
2.0
PHIL1102
Jan 11, 2014

Absolutely brilliant. Genuine and passionate. I'd take any class she taught. And hot! to boot.

4.0
5.0
PHIL1102
Jul 11, 2014

Marks way too hard.

2.0
5.0
PHIL1102
Aug 5, 2014

Marks way too hard. Half of the class dropped.

5.0
2.0
PHIL1101
Grade: A
May 27, 2016
Would take again

Marilyn is super sarcastic and funny. Class always has a lively discussion. She likes people to come to class, cause discussion the topics is a big part. Some minor textbook reading of philosophy terms. Probably could get away without reading it. Available after class. Pretty clear about assignments and tests.

5.0
3.0
PHIL1102
Aug 15, 2016
Would take again

Went in to this class dreading it as I am not a Philosophy buff but I ended up loving the material. Dr. Kane is a great teacher! Extremely funny and sarcastic. Encourages discussion. Will not criticize you for having a different opinion.. Sometimes let's other students go off on tangents too much before cutting them off. Her drawings are hilarious!

Get ready to read
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Hilarious
5.0
2.0
PHIL1101
Grade: A
Apr 22, 2017
Would take again

SHE is the best prof ever. Before taking her class, I HATE-ed PHILOSOPHY or any subjects related to it. She changed my perspective of seeing philosophy subject! JUST take it, participate in her class, she is simply amazing.

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
Hilarious
3.0
3.0
PHIL1101
Grade: B+
Nov 20, 2017
Would take again

Shes a good prof. Lectures arent that helpful barley goes over what to expect on tests. Funny in her own ways. Participate or she will overlook you

Tough Grader
Participation matters
TEST HEAVY
5.0
3.0
PHIL1101
Mar 10, 2018
Would take again

extremely good

Inspirational
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
PHIL1101
Grade: A
Aug 8, 2018
Would take again

Marilyn's a well-spoken lecturer that seems to make even boring topics interesting. She sprinkles in sarcastic remarks and jokes with her lessons that actually help keep your attention. She isn't afraid of calling students out when they don't do the work, although she'll never name any names. Takes all perspectives seriously. Participation heavy.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
5.0
2.0
PHIL1101
Grade: A-
Aug 11, 2018
Would take again

She's no doubt an awesome prof. I did not choose to take Phil myself but she made it an interesting subject to me. She's very clear in her explanation (she's sarcastic in a hilarious way, i really like her lectures). You will pass with flying colours if you pay attention in class. Not much homework too.

Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
Amazing lectures
3.0
5.0
PHIL102
Grade: D
Nov 21, 2018
Wouldn't take again

she marks way to hard she is good on makeup exams but international students keep away very hard marker

Tough Grader
5.0
3.0
PHIL1101
Apr 7, 2019
Would take again

Dr. Kane was a fantastic professor. Highly recommended. Her lectures were interesting and helpful in understanding the material. Do the work and show up for class.

Accessible outside class
Participation matters
Hilarious
5.0
1.0
PHIL1102
Grade: A+
Apr 15, 2019
Would take again

Marilyn is an amazing professor. If you just show up to class, you should be able to do fine. However, if you want to exceed and actually get something out of the class, try to participate! If you want to exceed, also make sure to do the assigned readings. She gives you all the tools to exceed, you just need to take them.

Accessible outside class
Get ready to read
Participation matters
5.0
3.0
PHIL1102
Jul 2, 2019
Would take again

She is the best professor I've ever had! She has changed my life for the better and I now have a new-found passion for philosophy. Really cares about her students. Douglas College is lucky to have her.

Respected
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
1.0
PHIL1101
Grade: A
Nov 25, 2019
Would take again

she is really an amazing prof. she makes philosophy a lot more enjoyable than it is. just interact with her in class and read some examples from the book, you will get an easy A.

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Hilarious
5.0
1.0
PHIL101
Grade: A+
Jan 8, 2020
Would take again

Dr. Kane is by far the best prof ever. Participate, do the easy assignments, attend class, learn lots, have fun and get an A. She's very understanding and willing to help if you don't understand. Take her class, you won't regret it!

Participation matters
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
1.0
PHIL1101
Grade: A+
Feb 6, 2020
Would take again

Best prof Ive ever taken. Shes funny, understanding, a great teacher, and understands that this is just and elective class for most students. This course itself is easy, interesting and useful in daily life. If you show up every class, listen and take notes, do the textbook readings, and study an hour or 2 per week you will get an A, guaranteed.

3.0
1.0
PHIL1101
Grade: A+
Apr 3, 2020
Would take again

3 tests, 30% each and a project worth 10%. Bc of the college closing from COVID we were only graded on first two tests but given an optional project to boost grade. Such an easy course imo, read the textbook and do a few practice problems and you'll get close to 100%. Marilyn's okay, loves discussions with students. Very nice person.

Get ready to read
Graded by few things
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
PHIL1102
Apr 23, 2020
Would take again

I am currently in my third year and have taken 80+ credits. Out of all of the classes I have taken, Marilyn is my absolute favourite instructor! She is incredibly caring, funny, engaging, and available to her students. She absolutely deserves recognition for her teaching. I am sad to leave Douglas because I can't take courses with Marilyn anymore.

Participation matters
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
PHIL1101
Grade: A+
Apr 25, 2020
Would take again

Literally the easiest class I have ever taken, I always studied the day before exams and always got 95% or over. Most of the material is common sense, and she makes her exams super fair and really similar to her worksheets

5.0
3.0
PHIL101
Apr 26, 2020
Would take again

I didnt find the class easy! But it was useful and interesting.

5.0
2.0
PHIL1108
Grade: A-
Jul 2, 2020
Would take again

Read the required chapters then answer a few questions. Now repeat every week. Done.

Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
Graded by few things
5.0
3.0
PHIL1180
Grade: C+
Aug 20, 2020
Would take again

She's SUPER flexible and understanding with assignment due dates especially with there being a global pandemic. Only downside with classes being online is she isn't very tech savvy. There were no lectures and her class was my first philosophy class so it became hard to follow and understand all the material.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Caring
4.0
3.0
PHIL1101
Grade: A-
Aug 21, 2020
Would take again

(Online COVID class) Marilyn posted some notes and things each week for each chapter. Class structure is straightforward: read textbook, take notes. And then 2 midterms and a final. Overall, I liked her and her easy-going class, so I recommend!

Get ready to read
Graded by few things
Clear grading criteria
5.0
2.0
1101
Grade: B+
Aug 19, 2022
Would take again

May I just say, what an amazing professor Marilyn is? She is so understanding and so well versed in what she teaches and makes it fun to learn philosophy in a way that helps you. She s an absolute gem and I highly recommend her as a proffessor.

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Hilarious
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