Don MacKinlay
Data based on 10 reviews.
What kind of test questions does this teacher use most often (choose one):
Multiple ChoiceIs the teacher available for extra help during study halls, lunchtime, before or after school, etc.?
Almost AlwaysThe teacher responds to emails promptly. Do you...
Strongly AgreeThe teacher posts in-class materials online for reference (slides, etc.):
Almost AlwaysThe teacher lets us know at the beginning of the course and along the way how much each part of the class (homework, papers, quizzes and tests) counts towards our total grade:
Strongly AgreeHow much homework does this teacher assign?
Way too muchThe amount of writing required in this class is:
Very HighThe teacher allows us to use technology in class (e.g. laptop, calculator, smart pen, etc.)
Almost AlwaysHow much memorization is required to do well in this teacher’s course?
Very HighWhat advice would you give yourself if you were just starting the class now?
Class of -1
Mr mack is really funny. as long as you dont do anything weird/out of place/rude, then youre fine. he teaches history, as well as civics and careers as far as im aware. hes got an amazing sense of humor, and is really funny. for history, it is good to review the notes he posts on his website to get marks :)
Class of 2019
study everything on the class website, even things that don't seem that important - there's always a chance it'll be on the tests
Class of 2023
Just listen. If you have good attention during this course, it'll be much easier when it comes to tests and in-class essays.
Class of 2022
Remember everything, but it doesn't matter because he never marks anything
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Class of 2023
History is all about how it's told. Mr. MacK is very good (and passionate) about teaching history. If some big event (especially one that is political) happened before the class, he may talk about that. There's very little homework, but every single class is stuffed with a lesson, and 5/8 assignments were in the last month. Just make sure to listen well.