Good overhead notes.

snoozer of a class!!!

Notes are a little limited, but a good teacher overall

Intelligent+organized (if u don't 'see' this in his class-get out of poli sci)

great! 101 is kinda bland but you need it for poli ..he was not bad

This guy is so by the book: if you want good mark, right about England on essay

Teaches and looks like he's in the 1950's

Very organized, fair marker, really enthusiastic about politics. He obviously likes to teach. I recommend this class, just make sure you don't miss his notes. If you take all of his notes, you could probably avoid buying the textbook.

This instructor may be very boring and dry but at least he's fair. Marking is sometimes hard, but very clear. He provides study guides for students, and lots of warning for exams, papers, and quizes. Respect students, and leans left politically.

He is a brilliant man who loves his politics, he tends to teach directly from the text book so classes can get dry at times. He is a fair marker and if you apply yourself you can get good marks.

Dr.Phillips is a brilliant man who loves politics. He is a fair marker and an organized instructor. If you care about Politics and want to learn a lot his classes are really good.To sum up,I have had good time and learned a lot in his classes.

he really enjoys politics he teachers from the book so you don't really need to go to class and the tests are easy

Extremly likeable, he encourages political debate and does not enforce his own opinions on students. The class can be a little dry at times but he is respectful and open to discussion. Fair marker and is always looking to give extra points. Recomended.

very knowlegable about canadian polictics!. provides balanced opinions and is very clear when expressing himself. A generous marker

Exams are easy if you study. He usually gives guide and hints. Term papers very easy marker, use good english and good sources and he'll give you a good mark. A little reading here and there easy "B" and a little more effort maybe an "A&

Dr. Phillips is rediculously smart; he knows too much about everything (related to course content of course). Quizzes, midterm, final and term paper are all straightforward (he gives study guides), and above all he's generous with the marking.

smart smart smart.. learned a lot....

A fine young fellow. His lectures were bearable considering the dry material. He's very witty and respectful. A generous marker and a pleasure to be around.

Very articulate, knowledgeable, and structured. Doesn't inflict political opinions much at all. Lot's of material, a bit dry. Very fair, even generous, marker. I couldn't stay awake, sometimes. Can't listen to him talk about Bureacracies...

An extremely knowledgable and structured instructor who's enthusiastic about teaching. Very straightforward quizzes & exams as well as varied term paper topics. He is generous with the marking, easy to get along with, and welcome class debate. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

He reminds me of Niels from the show 'Fraser'. Overall, a very fair and professional instructor who knows what he's talking about and takes a real interest in the class and what students have to say. As long as you study for tests and quizzes, you should do fine.

His quizes are strangely difficult, as one really needs to read all the material or have previous knowledge. That being said he is fair as none of the information is a suprise. He tries to keep a relativley dry subject as intresting as possible. If you have to take polisci 1119 he is a good teacher; make sure you keep up w/ your readings.

The individual who made the comment about Mr.Phillips speech impediment obviously has a hearing impediment. In fact, Mr Phillips is extremely articulate. Also his pronunciation of certain words is a consequence of having been born in England. He is an excellent prof.. He is clearly passionate about politics and this is apparent in his lectures.

wonderful prof. very clearly lecture. learn a lot from his class. fair and kinda easy exams.read ,u can do good. very helpful.esp. my paper.give me a lots advice and borrow me book to read. he knows a lots about poli.i am agree that "He is clearly passionate about politics". heavlly suggest u to take his class. he makes joke in class all the time.

Dr. Phillips is how every professor should be. Organized, at ease, approachable, articulate, very very knowledgeable and a fair marker. Oh yeah, and he has a masters, a Phd, a law degree and 3 undergrad degrees. Insane.

One word: BORING

Phillips is great. You have to study though. For the quizzes study the obscure points in the chapters, not dates but info like who was the first governer general of Canada. For the exams just MEMORIZE (or try to) the notes he gives in class. Just read the handouts, etc.

Smart guy, fairly easy tests

Super passionate about poli. and pretty clear despite the fact that his notes aren't always as easy to follow. He has alot of great examples to help clarify and explain things. He's approachable and always available and willing to help. Admittedly Politics is super boring, but Phillips does his job and does it well. I learned alot he's quite good.

Stephen knows his material really well and very passionate about politics. Altho the lectures are kinda boring and his notes are hard to follow, but the exam and quizs are pretty easy if u study the notes! Just try to memorize it and you should do well

He's good, just listen to what he says, and read what he tells you to read. Twice.

Great Prof, just go to class and pay attention. And read what he tells you to read.

A very nice guy!

I took the online section of this course. Lots of material cover and a lot of reading. I had no prior knowledge of Politics so everything was new to me. Quizzes and tests were average in difficulty, you really have to know your stuff. He was an easy marker for the essay though. I would recommend if you don't mind doing a lot of reading.

Not flashy but knows his stuff.

I took his online classes twice. He's very knowledgeable and his online lectures are very detailed. Be sure to keep up with readings as much as possible and dont forget about quizzes or online discussions if you take it online. responds very quickly to any concerns very quickly and is often flexible with writing times if you have problems with them

took his class online. Quizzes are pretty hard since you really have to read the stuff. But for exams he marks generously. Do the term paper super ahead of time it is crazy its supposed to be like 10 pages and the chicago style citing almost killed me

took the online class. Quizzes are very very difficult and you really have to know your stuff, but I found the midterms were much easier but maybe thats because I studied harder for them. Overall a fair marker as far as I can tell. He is crystal clear on his lectures and notes and expectations which is really nice.

Very easygoing and helpful. 1 paper, 4 quizzes, 1 midterm, and a final. He gives you clear criteria for everything, just do the readings as required and you'll do fine. Did intro to polisci as my term 5 nursing elective, was still fine with the course while writing 12 page papers every week.

he is very passionate about politics. material and delivery is extremely dry.

A bit 'highschool' in his delivery -- but hey, its a first level course! And if you follow his guidelines, its fairly simple to maintain a good grade. He does expect you to know what you're talking about though! Also, extremely passionate about politics. Very informative, and always willing to help.

So enthusiastic! He has unbridled passion when it comes to the history of Canadian politics.

He is so passionate about politics, he makes you interested. His love for it is infectious. He depicts politics like a soap opera, but still knows so much that you learn. Show up to class and you will be just fine on all tests, papers and exams.

Stephen Phillips, what a guy! His lectures really do flesh out the readings, and he is just to passionate about politics that it will make some parts of the lecture surprisingly engaging. Fair marker, easy quizzes and exams. His class rewards students who work hard. Class does get dull if you don't do the readings because you will be lost!

Really passionate. Go to class and read the text he tells you to read. It really helps when you do both, even when they cover the same topic. If you have a question, ask. He will always answer and not make you feel bad for not knowing something.

Great guy who really passionately loves political science, and it rubs off on you throughout the class, however, every point is a story on something that he cant help but talk about and it gets hard to filter out the what you need to actually know in the class.

Take the course in class. Online , there were 4 reading materials, plus mandatory weekly discussions. It was challenging to keep up with other courses. He is very helpful and will answer your questions at anytime.

Has a heart of gold, and teaches extremely well. He has quizzes and exams that are extremely fair. Provides good insights into politics and for sure, a guy to take if you want to go into Political Science.

Great guy who really know his stuff, but his texts and quizzes are hard.He expects you to know the textbook inside out.He gives lengthy explanations on any question you ask in class. His multiple choice questions set up to have you guessing.

Great instructor, super helpful, encyclopedic political knowledge. Test him on anything Canadian - he knows it, with background!

I took his online class. Some complain that it's alot of reading but I didn't find it excessive. If you don't like reading go work at McDonald's because if you cant get through this course then good luck in 3rd and 4th year. I found him to be fair in his marking, good feedback to help for future essays. I enjoyed studying about Canadian politics.

Good class. Very nice teacher and very clear. Easy to do well in his class if you show up and pay attention. Really enjoyed this class and his teaching! He knows everything there is to know about Canadian politics.

Great prof! Online course was easy to follow, he replied promptly to messages. Everything was done on time and well organized. He's very nice, and you truly get what you put in -- he makes it easy to do well if you want to, or to slack off it you want. I recommend his class and think he's a great prof.

He's great. Lectures are well-structured and clear; he answers e-mail very quickly; grades papers promptly; provides encouragement, direction and ideas for papers. Exams are challenging! Multiple choice, short-answer, long answer and essay, all on one test. Questions on everything imaginable: dates, names, policy, judicial rulings -- you name it.

Stephen is obviously a very intelligent and passionate instructor- he responded quickly to all questions posted online and seemed very approachable. Be warned, the topic can be very dry- there is a ton of reading in this online class and exams incorporate parts from both text book and supplementary readings.

This isn't an "easy" class in terms of easy assignments, but the material is presented very comprehensively and is easy to follow if you try. Marks quizzes and assignments very quickly and leaves LOTS of useful comments on assignments. Tells funny anecdotes and awful political jokes. Course material relevant for all Canadians. Recommended.

Professor Philips is terrific. He is extremely knowledgeable, approachable and passionate about the subject he teaches. He doesn't assign much, but the textbook is helpful as he quizzes on the chapters. He's a funny guy in his Political-nerdy kind of way. Highly recommend if you are interested in politics!

You really need to learn a lot of material to do well in this class, including any readings, videos and guest speakers. He comes across as quite formal online, but don't let that intimidate you. He's a very nice man and eager to help you learn. Go see him about the paper; he gives good ideas that will help you get a sense of direction.

Stephen knows what he does and can't be tricked; You need to do a lot to be successful. Be sure to do ALL the readings and take notes on the most important stuff you come across-this can surely benefit you on his quizzes and tests. Good advice on term papers. Be aware that it can get boring. A hard course, but a good prof. Very approachable/witty.

He's a really witty guy with a nerdy sense of humour. Laugh at his jokes, it won't kill you. He's not a hard marker if you study and are willing to work hard. Keep up with readings and take good notes. Term paper was worth thirty percent and he marked it fairly, but not easily. Tests and Quizzes are easy as long as you KEEP UP WITH THE READINGS.

Stephen's lectures are excellent--the best at Langara, if you ask me. He explains everything thoroughly and always includes examples. His writing style is clear and concise--he could easily publish a textbook on Canadian politics. He is a fair marker. Be sure to study for all exams, you'd be a fool not to. Excellent instructor for high achievers.

Great instructor, very clear. His tests are straightforward if you do the readings and pay attention in class. I want to take more classes with him.

Before I go on, I have to disclaim my use of the "Hilarious" tag. If you love nerdy humour, he's great, if not then it's pretty cheesy. Dr Phillips was an excellent teacher. More than any of my other profs, it was clear that he loved the subject. It wasn't the easiest course, but if you put the work in, you'll do fine.

Amazing professor! I thoroughly enjoyed his class. His lectures were very clear, well organized, and easy to understand. If you do all of the reading, you will pass the tests & quizzes with flying colours. He grades quickly and fairly. I would recommend him to anyone!

Lots of lectures and assigned readings, what few assignments there are will be straight forward but graded critically.

very passionate and knowledgeable about poli sci, you will learn a lot

Great lectures, and is a very approachable prof! Knows a lot about the Canadian political scene and makes sure you come out of the course with a much better understanding of government in Canada.

One of the best lecturers at Langara, very knowledgeable in his subject, but also a tough marker. The exams were difficult, so you have to prepare a lot. If you are interested in politics, I highly recommend him.

Amazing prof. Really passionate about everything politics. Can be a bit of a tough grader but gives good feedback. His lectures can be long but he'll slip in a joke every now and then. Great guy! Would take again in a heartbeat.

Very enthusiastic about what he is teaching. I am pretty sure that you will know a lot about Canadian Politics. His exams and quizzes are straight forward, read the assigned readings and you will get a good grade. Quizzes are MC and midterms includes MC, Short answers, and essay.

Like many others here have said, Dr. Phillips is extremely knowledgeable and gives great feedback. But I would only recommend the course if you are really interested in Poli Sci. It is very content heavy and requires a ton of reading (the online version at least). Great prof though!

A very engaging professor and enthusiastic about his field. Although, there are some things that you need to know, he gives out chapter quizes once in a while and seminars. His exams are almost identical, MC,matching, and Essay, but short answers in the final. But, the main subject about the course is the term paper.

Get ready to read! Not a easy class but Dr. Phillips is a great teacher, so those who like politics will enjoy his lecture so much. Evaluation is... Mid-term Examination 20% Term Paper 30% Quizzes 20% (5% *4times) Participation 5% Final Examination 25%

The best *lecturer* I've had yet. He's very organized and really knows his stuff. He's quite funny, and perfectly clear with all his expectations, the study guides he gives for his mid term and final are fantastic and really clear, if you study off of them, there's no way you can't get an A.

Stephen gives the best lectures. He is quirky and hilariously nerdy, but he truly loves what he teaches and his enthusiasm shines through. He never rambles and sticks to a very clear structure, timing his lectures down to the minute. He also updates his lectures regularly to relate course materials to news events. One of the best.

Mr Phillips is my first Political Science prof .He always encourage students to be free thinkers. He is also a patient and kind prof who can give you many suggestions on no matter what the political issue are. Never skip the class, asking him question and you will get a good mark.

Stephen Phillips is an amazing educator and is passionate about politics. Probably one of the best people to introduce students to political science as his lectures are never boring and his assignments/readings/quizzes are not too hard, but makes you really learn the material if you want to do well. Two thumbs up!

My second class with Dr Phillips, and it was phenomenal. Very passionate about politics, nerdy and quirky in the best possible way. His lectures are clear and straightforward, and he pays attention to every detail. He is very knowledgeable; he wrote two chapters in the textbook. He reminds me of why I wanted to go into academics. Top notch!

Phillips is a very knowledgeable and passionate instructor. His quiz/exams are straightforward, but require you to be on top of the reading. Discipline is required to get a good grade in this class. Highest mark on the midterm was 84%. Tough grader, but cares for his students.

Mr. Philips is a traditional teacher with the traditional teaching style. Even though he gives some reading after the class, it won't confuse you. The test and quizzes are closely related to the readings. He is also a knowledgable professor so, ask him questions if you don't understand.

He is an awesome teacher. Tons of knowledge in his mind. Need to engage in class, a bit of tough marking but you will pass if focus on every single thing. if you are looking for easy grades, then his class is not for you.

One of the best professors at Langara. Lectures go into details so you understand the material really well.

took class online during COVID. online, there's less of an opportunity to listen to profs explain their passion behind a subject, which hinders my motivation. NEVERTHELESS, Stephen has organised & detailed written lectures & a kind & approachable demeanour. study terms and events & develop some personal ideas & connections & you'll likely get an A

He is committed to teach you well and make an online course as engaging as possible through quizzes and discussion questions. His lecture notes are lengthy but pretty explanatory and well written with up to date details. There was something every week so that I had to keep up with assigned readings and book chapters weekly. His grading was fair.

Took BC Politics and Gov in Summer 2021 term and it was a very straightforward course. No zoom or prerecorded lectures just a lot of reading but his lectures were very detailed, to the point, and easy to follow. It was easy to pick up what would be on the exams given how much coverage it got in lectures. Honestly not that bad. Well organized class.

Super interesting lectures, he knows his stuff. This class might be harder if you have zero knowledge of BC politics, but he walks you through everything and you'll be well educated by the end.

Professor Phillips' lectures are really informative, though the course may be tougher for those new to BC politics. Engaging with the material and using study tools like Unstuck study can really help. Overall, a great learning experience.

Professor Stephen is very knowlegable. He teaches Canada history and politics so profoundly and interesting!