Reviews of professor Matthew Smylie

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 3.0/5
Tests are hard but he gives massive partial credit. Who else gives partial credit on the multiple choice section? Its a hard class, but if you did well in 11A you should do fine. I think some people dont pay attention like at all and thats why they do bad. I think hes interesting. None of my other profs have so many office hours!

Rating: 1.0/5, difficulty: 5.0/5
He is a very nice guy. However, you will not learn a lot. His exams are out of 240 and he throws a lot of extra information on exams to try to trick you. Many people seem to be confused in lecture all of the time.

Rating: 2.0/5, difficulty: 1.0/5
Tests are really easy. He doesnt really teach. His tests are really easy though. Very easy class if you just read the textbook.

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 4.0/5
Phys 12 is quite difficult, for me I was struggling with B's until I came to his office. He was super helpful about any topic no matter how old the topic was taught. He gives VERY THOROUGH explanations and is super kind to be with. He knows the class is hard and will make you feel at ease when you discuss any issues. Don't miss out on him!

Rating: 2.0/5, difficulty: 4.0/5
Lots of lecturing, very little interactive work. He starts talking the second the class begins and does not stop until the second it ends. Did not like his teaching style. Helpful outside of the class room and is very accessible. Tests are fair with a lot of partial credit. Do well and you wont have to take the final. Would recommend for lab tho!