4.5

Alexandra Foran

Mathematics - Texas A&M University at College Station

4.5
Quality
3.0
Difficulty
87%
Would Retake
123
Reviews
4.5
Quality
3.0
Difficulty
4.5
Helpful
4.5
Clarity

87%

Would Retake

123

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What Students Say

Foran is easily the best math 151 professor there is

MATH151 - 5.0 rating

I would recommend taking her class 100%

MATH150 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

28%

Textbook Required

0%

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95% confidence
Based on 112 grades
Most common grades:
A (36)
B+ (18)
B (17)
Grade Distribution
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Based on 119 reported grades
A: 36
B+: 18
B: 17
A+: 12
Common Tags
Caring (52)
Accessible outside class (33)
Amazing lectures (33)
Test heavy (31)
Lots of homework (30)
Gives good feedback (26)
Respected (26)
Hilarious (20)
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Ratings by Course

MATH2412

5.0

(1)

MATH152

5.0

(1)

CALC151

5.0

(6)

MATH151

4.9

(67)

MATH150

4.3

(36)
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MATH365

4.1

CALC151

3.2

MASC351

3.0

MATH2412

3.0

MATH152

3.0

Reviews (123)
5.0
2.0
MASC351
Grade: A
Apr 24, 2019
Would take again

Dr. Foran is a great professor. She really cares about her students and always answers questions and guides you through them. The class is an easy A as long as you go to class as there are participation grades.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
MASC351
Grade: A
Apr 29, 2019
Would take again

Dr. Foran is so funny and sweet! As long as you go to her class you'll be fine. Lots of table group work which makes it soooo much easier. No textbooks or anything. She is awesome!

Hilarious
Caring
5.0
2.0
MATH150
Grade: A
Nov 3, 2019
Would take again

Dr. Foran is one of the best professors I have ever had! She is very clear and concise in her lectures and is VERY helpful when it comes to explaining anything you do not understand. She is terrific and will help your transition into college level math so much easier!

Gives good feedback
Respected
Caring
5.0
1.0
MATH150
Grade: A
Dec 10, 2019
Would take again

I only went to class for the first week and after that only for the exams and still got an A. Overall pretty nice professor, very accessible outside of class and helpful. She gave exams back for corrections and you would get some credit for the questions. I would recommend taking her class 100%.

Accessible outside class
Caring
5.0
2.0
MATH150
Grade: A+
Nov 21, 2019
Would take again

She is a great professor. She loves to teach and her lectures are very clear but get repetitive... but it's math so that is good. You don't even need to show up to class of you feel comfortable learning it on your own and the homework is very easy. She gives a test review as well which is very helpful.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
MATH150
Grade: A+
Dec 26, 2019
Would take again

Dr. Foran is the perfect math teacher for every kind of student. Her lectures are extremely educational, and she is very receptive to in-class questions. She adjusts the class pace to best fit the students, provides tons of examples, offers helpful study guides, and hosts ample office/review sessions. Her tests are fair and she offers corrections.

Gives good feedback
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
MATH2412
Grade: A
Mar 3, 2020
Would take again

Dr. Foran is my favorite teacher that I have had in college thus far. She made her lectures easy to understand and fun to listen to because of her sense of humor. Ive never been great at math but I got a 100 on the final (which also replaced my 3rd test grade) and ended with an A. She gives lots of examples and does exam reviews Great prof!

Accessible outside class
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
3.0
MATH151
Grade: B
Apr 13, 2020
Would take again

Dr. Foran is honestly one of the best math professors ive had. She cares about her students, has great lectures, will stop the class for a bit if she realizes some ones not following along, knew my name (and i only talked to her probably 3 times). Yeah if u get the chance you should take her!

Respected
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
MATH151
Grade: A
Apr 22, 2020
Would take again

Absolutely loved Foran. Genuinely cares about students and an amazing prof overall. Her lectures are informative and helpful. Would definitely recommend taking her if you can.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Caring
5.0
3.0
MATH151
Grade: A+
Apr 23, 2020
Would take again

I took Dr. Foran for MATH 150 and Math 151, she is an incredible professor and genuinely cares for her students. I loved her class and I hate math. She is very relatable and wants her students to understand the concepts. Would 100% take her for all of my math classes.

Respected
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
3.0
MATH151
Grade: A
Apr 24, 2020
Would take again

Dr. Foran is literally the best! She a professor who cares about you as a student, as well as a human being. I love her class because she takes the time to make sure that her students are okay.

Respected
Accessible outside class
Inspirational
5.0
3.0
MATH151
Grade: C-
Apr 30, 2020
Would take again

You would think.. hmm that person made a C so she must not be a good prof... WRONG. Shes the absolute best prof you can get and actually cares for you. If you struggle with math like I do, she is the prof you need! She is so caring and kind. Always available to reach out to. Super quick responses. TAKE HER!!!

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Caring
5.0
3.0
MATH151
Grade: Rather not say
May 11, 2020
Would take again

She's the best and I feel comfortable asking her questions because she is so nice! She's also hilarious and really wants everyone to succeed! Definitely show up to lecture.

Hilarious
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
4.0
MATH151
Grade: B+
Jun 30, 2020
Would take again

Dr. Foran was the sweetest professor. Her tests were always straight forward, and her study guides/ homework questions really prepared you for the questions asked on the exams. Her notes were the best because you could print them out ahead of time, and she didn't go too quickly through them. You'll pass if you do all the homework and go to class!

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
3.0
MATH151
Grade: A
Jul 22, 2020
Would take again

Worth building your schedule around her class. Trust me.

Inspirational
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
MATH151
Grade: B+
Jul 28, 2020
Would take again

I took Dr. Foran for MATH 151 and I can't emphasize enough how amazing a professor she is. Lectures are great because she explains concepts and works problems in a way that students can easily understand. Dr. Foran genuinely cares about all her students and has a funny sense of humor! I learned a lot in her class and i would highly recommend!

Respected
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
3.0
MATH151
Grade: B+
Aug 8, 2020
Would take again

Serious the best PROF ever! Made math super easy to understand. Class is not mandatory because she posts the notes online after but I would encourage you to go because it helps with understanding the concepts. Labs, quizzes, and hw are not worth much but could bring you to the next letter grade. Final test grade replaces your lowest test grade.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
MATH150
Grade: A
Aug 17, 2020
Would take again

TAKE DR FORAN OMG BEST PROF EVER AT TEXAS A&M!!!!! Super compassionate caring and an all around AMAZING TEACHER. Best math teacher Ive ever had Im so serious LISTEN TO ME!! You have to do the work and try but she is always there to help with anything that doesnt make sense. I sat with her in office hours 3 days a week shes amazing!!! LOVE ALI!!

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
MATH150
Grade: B+
Nov 5, 2020
Would take again

Great Teacher, felt comfortable asking questions.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Caring
5.0
3.0
MATH151
Grade: B
Nov 12, 2020
Would take again

Literally the best professor I've ever had. If you don't take her class and you have the option, then you're making a mistake. She's a shining example of what teachers should be. Loved her.

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
3.0
MATH150
Grade: B+
Nov 17, 2020
Would take again

Dr. Foran is the best! If you take her for 150 or 151 you'll definitely pass. She's funny, caring, and teaches math in a way that everyone seems to understand it. Answers all questions well & does her best to make sure you understand. The best math teacher I've ever had. She's so worth it if you can take her, rearrange your schedule so you can.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
1.0
MATH150
Grade: A
Nov 20, 2020
Would take again

She was an overall amazing professor. There's a lot of homework but its easy. She hosts a week-in-review but I never went because I didn't need to. She gave us small breaks during lectures when she could tell we were burning out. She responds to emails fairly quickly. 100/10 would recommend.

Accessible outside class
Group projects
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
MATH151
Grade: A
Nov 23, 2020
Would take again

TAKE HER! She made calculus easier than it could be. She drops some assignments and has less work outside of class than other profs. Go to her office hours, she is nice and fun to talk to. She is a sweetheart and I absolutely loved taking her class

Respected
Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
MATH150
Grade: B+
Dec 3, 2020
Would take again

BEST math teacher I have ever had. lectures were very easy to understand. bonus points were awarded frequently, but you still need to do your work. REARRANGE your schedule for her class. funny in lectures, office hours, and MLC review. go to lecture, participate in recitation, do your homework, you will pass.

Gives good feedback
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
MATH151
Grade: A
Nov 24, 2020
Would take again

Dr. Foran is easily the best math 151 professor there is. She made learning calculus feel much easier and fluid than calculus should be. Study the past common exams and you will get an A. Dr. Foran genuinely cares for her students and wants everyone to learn. I promise you will miss out by not taking Foran!!! Also, sit in the front of class!!!!

Gives good feedback
Respected
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
MATH150
Grade: B
Dec 5, 2020
Would take again

Dr. Foran is such a great professor. I wish I could take her again. I would highly recommend her for Math 150. She always gives great feedback and is very accessible.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Inspirational
5.0
2.0
MATH150
Grade: A
Dec 12, 2020
Would take again

she is the best and made math fun. she makes math extremely easy and understandable. everyone in my class loved her! as long as you show up to class and listen to the lectures it should be an easy A. I also went to her week in reviews to grasp a better understanding of the concepts. This class shouldn't be hard for anyone as long as you take her!

Respected
Accessible outside class
Caring
5.0
2.0
MATH150
Grade: A+
Jan 14, 2021
Would take again

Overall great professor, expect to have fun and learn math. I hope to have her for MATH 151 too!!

Gives good feedback
Respected
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
MATH151
Apr 21, 2021
Would take again

Super good. I had her for 150 and 151 and she is by far the best math teacher I've had. She cares a lot and it very knowledgeable.

Respected
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
3.0
MATH151
Grade: B
May 5, 2021
Would take again

This amazing woman is the best teacher I've ever had hands down in my whole academic career. I had her for Math 150 and 151 and we are now very good friends. I spent so much time in her office asking questions and she was always there to help. ALWAYS! Tests can suck (but math does) but she gives you everything you need to know. MAKE ROOM FOR HER!!!

Respected
Accessible outside class
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
MATH152
Grade: A+
Apr 30, 2021
Would take again

Dr. Foran made it worthwhile for me to schlep myself out of bed at 8am MWF across campus to Kyle Field. She is an incredible prof who knows the names of any students who have ever spoken to her as far as I can tell. She is willing to sacrifice personal time to take care of her students and her students respect her because she clearly respects them.

Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
Lecture heavy
5.0
4.0
MATH151
Grade: A
May 6, 2021
Would take again

Legitimately the best prof that I have ever met. Always accessible by email and OFFICE HOURS ARE YOUR BEST FRIEND please go and be friends with her. She is so easy to work with, and you can genuinely tell that she cares about you. Week in review is also an amazing resource, utilize it!!!

Accessible outside class
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
MATH151
Grade: A
May 8, 2021
Would take again

This is a fairly easy class. The Cengage HW is easy but is so hard to use. The exams are not bad. If have some idea about what's going on in class and do the past exams, you'll be totally fine.

Graded by few things
5.0
4.0
CALC151
Grade: B+
Jul 5, 2021
Would take again

The best prof I've ever had. Attend office hours and ESPECIALLY week in review. This is not an easy class but she is benevolent in how she grades and how she assigns work. Will round high Bs to As. If you don't get her for a prof, find someone who has her office hours and she will help you even if you're not in her class (but don't be rude or lazy)

Accessible outside class
Test heavy
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
MATH151
Aug 31, 2021
Would take again

I strongly suggest that if you can't register for Foran, wait until the next semester to take math. She hands down the best Math 151 prof at A&M. From the way that she teaches the material to how she is as a person-- she is amazing! Dr. Foran validates every question asked by her students and makes herself available frequently! She's also FUNNY.

Respected
Test heavy
Caring
5.0
2.0
MATH151
Grade: A+
Nov 11, 2021
Would take again

I love Dr. Foran; I would take her class again in a heartbeat. She is likely the best MATH 151 prof, her class averages on the common exams are often higher than all the other profs. She makes herself extremely accessible outside of class, and if you introduce yourself to her she will make it a priority to remember your name. She is a great prof!!

Accessible outside class
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
MATH151
Grade: A
Nov 9, 2021
Would take again

Dr. Foran was literally my favorite prof. Easily the best math 151 professor there is. If you do the homework and practice tests you should get an A. Her office hours are super helpful too if you get stuck

Accessible outside class
Skip class? You won't pass.
Hilarious
5.0
4.0
MATH151
Nov 16, 2021
Would take again

python group labs, weekly homework, 3 exams and a final. dr foran is super nice and her lectures are pretty good. if your ta is nice youll prob avg a 100 on the labs and quizzes.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Group projects
Lots of homework
5.0
3.0
MATH151
Grade: A
Nov 18, 2021
Would take again

She was awesome, if you have the chance to have her as your professor, then do it.

Gives good feedback
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
MATH151
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 18, 2021
Would take again

Great professor and easy to understand.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Caring
4.0
3.0
MATH150
Grade: A-
Nov 19, 2021
Would take again

While I was admittedly ashamed of entering my freshman year taking Math150 rather than 151 or 171, Dr. Foran is an incredible professor and I'm glad I got the experience. While I already had the essentials of this course, her lectures solidified all concepts. Only complaint is that sometimes her answers to student questions aren't what they asked.

Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
1.0
MATH151
Grade: A-
Nov 22, 2021
Would take again

Foran is a really cool and nice professor. As for the class MATH151 is 80% exam grades. Luckily your final exam replaces your lowest exam grade. Also every past exam is posted with solutions so it's a really easy to pass class regardless of professor. You don't need to show up to any lectures, just the quizzes and labs.

Lots of homework
Graded by few things
3.0
5.0
MATH150
Nov 30, 2021
Wouldn't take again

She was a great person, really chill and funny But I could not pass the class to save my life! I didnt think that it was fair that there were other professors that were more lenient! But take her she good! Maybe Im just not that bright!

Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
Lots of homework
5.0
3.0
MATH150
Grade: A-
Dec 11, 2021
Would take again

I took her classes in the fall and she was amazing. Her lectures were very well planned out and are directly related to the homework, quizzes, and tests. Additionally, she responds quickly to any questions and is available after class. The only issue was learning the math lab for her class taught by the TA, but again he was a good teacher. 10/10

Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
MATH151
Grade: A
Dec 3, 2021
Would take again

Funny, caring, lectures aren't painful, eager to answer questions. I would take Dr. Foran again in a heartbeat.

Accessible outside class
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
1.0
MATH151
Grade: A+
Dec 12, 2021
Would take again

Has easy to follow lectures with premade notes where you just follow along. Asking questions for further clarification with her is very easy and most of the time I was able to get out of math 151 around 10 minutes early with her wrapping up class early as well as her giving short breaks during class whenever everyone seems burnt out.

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
MATH151
Grade: A
Dec 22, 2021
Would take again

Professor Foran is incredible. Such a kind and caring professor, but also funny. She teaches the material very clearly and the homework and tests match what she teaches in class. The lectures are entertaining, and she really cares about every student understanding the material, not just passing the class.

Inspirational
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
1.0
MATH151
Grade: A
Jan 8, 2022
Would take again

Professor Foran was honestly such a great professor and extremely interesting in lecture. I loved her explanations and she would give good feedback when you reached out for help.

Respected
Graded by few things
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
MATH150
Grade: B+
Jan 14, 2022
Would take again

Great professor, most of the grade is in the labs and exams. She provides a lot of practice questions.

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
Accessible outside class
5.0
2.0
MATH151
Grade: A-
Jan 17, 2022
Would take again

Take Dr. Foran if you can, the lectures are helpful, well paced, and will keep you interested. Only issue with this class is how exam heavy it is, but that's just how the course is for everyone. Go to office hours, it's very helpful, and just spam common exams before taking exams.

Accessible outside class
Test heavy
Caring
5.0
3.0
MATH151
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Jan 18, 2022
Would take again

Dr. Foran is awesome. She knows what she's doing and is very organized. She doesn't make the class more complicated then it should be. Homework, quizzes, and tests are really all there is to it. She always cracks jokes and gives students time to take a break during class.

Respected
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
2.0
MATH151
Grade: A
Jan 27, 2022
Would take again

Great professor. She genuinely cares for her students' success. The class is fairly easy, especially if you took calculus in high school. Weekly HW assignments.

Test heavy
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
MATH151
Grade: B
Apr 24, 2022
Would take again

Dr. Foran is by far the best MATH 150/151 professor. She actually tries super hard to help everyone out. She's super caring and likes to have fun during the lecture.

Amazing lectures
Lots of homework
Caring
5.0
3.0
MATH151
Grade: A
Apr 28, 2022
Would take again

Dr. Foran is an AMAZING math teacher who makes the class fun, and she breaks down lecture material making it easy to understand. There are common exams in this course, but she prepared us well for each one and I definitely recommend taking her for MATH 151.

Amazing lectures
Caring
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
MATH151
Grade: B
May 2, 2022
Would take again

Dr. Foran is by far the best mathematics instructor I've ever had. She is extremely caring, and respects each and every one of her students. She is a phenomenal math instructor, and an amazing person all around. I highly suggest her for math 150 and 151.

Caring
Respected
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
MATH151
Grade: A
May 3, 2022
Would take again

Dr. Foran is awesome at relating the material back to the real world and putting it in terms that will make you actually understand. She has amazing lectures and as long as you attend and pay attention, grasping the material should come easily.

Caring
Lecture heavy
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
MATH151
Grade: B
May 4, 2022
Would take again

Had Professor Foran for MATH 150 + 151. Best professor I have had by far. Lectures are well paced, organized, and relevant. Test material was finished a week before exams to give students time to study. She knew most kids by name. Don't be afraid to go to office hours she is super helpful with any questions and actually cares about you succeeding.

Amazing lectures
Caring
Accessible outside class
5.0
4.0
MATH151
Grade: C
May 13, 2022
Would take again

I absolutely loved Dr. Foran! Math 151 was a little bit of a struggle for me, only because I had never taken Calculus before I attended TAMU. Dr. Foran is an amazing professor who genuinely wants all of her students to succeed and knows many of her students by name. The class itself is very exam heavy, but study hard and you should be just fine.

Amazing lectures
Caring
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
MATH151
Grade: B+
May 18, 2022
Would take again

Dr. Foran is an amazing professor, do not hesitate to take 151 with her.

Amazing lectures
Hilarious
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
MATH151
Grade: B
Jun 5, 2022
Would take again

She is an amazing prof. Super engaging lectures that are easy to understand. She is super accessible outside of class through office hours and week in reviews. Exams are just common exams but the final is incredibly difficult (because she writes it, not common exam) so be prepared for that. Overall I HIGHLY recommend her class, great at teaching

Amazing lectures
Hilarious
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
MATH151
Grade: A
Jun 15, 2022
Would take again

One of the best professors you will ever have EVER. I have never bothered to write a review for any professor on RMP but it's been 6 months since I last had Dr. Foran and no professor in ANY of my classes has been able to match her exceptional lectures, engaging teaching style, and energetic personality. She made coming to lecture an absolute joy.

Amazing lectures
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
2.0
MATH151
Grade: B+
Jun 24, 2022
Would take again

Professor Foran was a lifesaver! I had attempted math 151 the semester prior and had a sucky prof. I had to drop it and retake it this past semester with Foran and she helped me a ton! Lectures are important, so attend them. She looks for the class for feedback, like if we look tired, she'll encourage us with an activity, or reiterate the topic.

Amazing lectures
Caring
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
MATH151
Grade: A+
Jul 22, 2022
Would take again

Dr. Foran is the absolute BEST Math professor at A&M. I definitely recommend taking her class as she makes the course material easy to understand and breaks down complicated concepts into simple steps. She is also really funny and I love to hear her stories.

Amazing lectures
Respected
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
MATH151
Grade: A
Sep 1, 2022
Would take again

i love her!

Amazing lectures
Hilarious
Caring
4.0
3.0
MATH151
Grade: C
Nov 16, 2022
Would take again

Great professor, Calc is a hard subject but she was very good at teaching. However the year I took math 151 they decided to make the exams way harder than in previous years which failed a lot of people in her class. However, she is a good professor so I would recommend taking her.

Amazing lectures
Lots of homework
Caring
5.0
3.0
MATH150
Grade: A
Dec 12, 2022
Would take again

Dr Foran is literally the best! Her lectures are super easy to follow, and she can teach well. Definitely recommend her!

Caring
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
5.0
4.0
MATH150
Grade: B
Dec 15, 2022
Would take again

Dr. Foran is everything you would ever want in a math professor! Really enjoyed her class and can't for M151 with her next semester!

Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
5.0
3.0
MATH150
Grade: B+
Dec 17, 2022
Would take again

Prof Foran is amazing! I had her 8am section for Math 150 this semester and she truly does an awesome job. She is able to explain concepts in such a clear and understandable way. I completely recommend her and I am taking her again for 151!

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
CALC151
Grade: A
Dec 19, 2022
Would take again

She is one of the best professors at A&M if you can take her for any math class I highly recommend you do. She is very good at teaching and makes math so much easier than other professors.

Amazing lectures
Caring
Test heavy
5.0
1.0
MATH150
Grade: D+
Jan 10, 2023
Would take again

Dr. Foran was an incredible person and lecturer. The only heavy thing about this class is the homework, especially the python labs but that is not her fault. She even added extra office hours from her own time just for those of us struggling with python. Take her! you wont regret it.

Amazing lectures
Lots of homework
Caring
5.0
4.0
MATH151
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 23, 2023
Would take again

Dr. Foran is so understanding. MATH 151 is the first class I had ever struggled in and she understood my circumstances and helped me make a plan to get through it. She's a good lecturer and her office hours are a godsend. In a class of over 300, she will make a point to learn your name. Definitely recommend.

Beware of pop quizzes
Caring
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
MATH151
Grade: A
Apr 28, 2023
Would take again

I took Dr. Foran for both MATH 150 and 151, and she is the best! She does her best to make lectures entertaining while also doing her job as a professor. She truly cares about the success of her students.

Amazing lectures
Lots of homework
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
CALC151
Grade: A-
May 2, 2023
Would take again

This is the second semester in a row with Dr. Foran and man am I lucky. She teaches math that honestly just makes sense. I have probably never had a better math teacher in my life. The concepts of CALC1 are hard and the quizzes and labs assigned honestly shot down my grade much lower than any of the exams have. All in all great teacher for all math

Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
5.0
3.0
MATH151
Grade: Audit/No Grade
May 11, 2023
Would take again

I took another teachers math151, and I couldn't understand her to save my life. Dr. Foran saved my Calc grade. Amazing teacher that actually makes an effort to learn everyone's name.

Amazing lectures
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
3.0
MATH151
Grade: A+
May 14, 2023
Would take again

Dr. Foran loves math so much, she's able to spread her love for math over to the students. She is such an amazing professor and she really wants the best for her students! She teaches so so well and she is able to make little jokes that help you remember formulas and stuff in math. She is honestly so amazing, take Dr. Foran if you can!

Amazing lectures
Respected
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
MATH151
Grade: C
May 15, 2023
Would take again

Dr. Foran is by far the best math prof I have ever had. She genuinely cares about students and about your performance in the class. Despite the class being a tough one that makes many students drop, her lecture style makes the material so easy to understand. 10/10 recommend, especially for engineering students.

Clear grading criteria
Caring
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
CALC151
Grade: B+
May 24, 2023
Would take again

Dr.Foran was absolutely amazing. She will make you look forward to coming to class and truly does care about you and anything you have going on. Dr.Foran is understanding, but is also stern on deadlines but gives plenty of grace. There is a lot of homework, but it is doable and not terrible

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Lots of homework
5.0
3.0
MATH151
Grade: A+
Jun 15, 2023
Would take again

I took her this spring for Calculus, and she was great! She posts both her blank and finished notes, but I highly recommend going to her lectures and following along (she also uses iClicker). The only thing I disliked is that there were some problems on the homework that weren't covered in class, but use your resources and you'll be fine.

Lots of homework
Caring
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
MATH151
Grade: B+
Aug 6, 2023
Would take again

An excellent lecturer, takes her time explaining problems and answering any and all questions before and during the lecture. Homework took a while but was beneficial, and tests were difficult but with adequate time spent studying I had no problems scoring well on them.

5.0
2.0
MATH151
Grade: A+
Aug 12, 2023
Would take again

Dr Foran is an amazing prof, she makes the class very easy to understand and her lectures/presentations are based around the homework, so as long as you attend lectures, you will succeed in her class. Also utilize her office hours, and be prepared to practice, she gives plenty of time between exams and is lenient.

Lots of homework
Caring
3.0
4.0
MATH150
Grade: B
Nov 7, 2023

She is a decent professor, but test + quizzes are worth over 80% of the total grade. The lectures are long but she gives a "brain break."

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
5.0
4.0
MATH150
Grade: B-
Nov 28, 2023
Would take again

Her lectures are perhaps some of the ones I enjoy the most, despite my disdain for anything math. Each unit she does has a section of homework which takes about an hour, but by God, you better seriously study for her exams if you want to get anything better than a C or low B

Tough grader
Amazing lectures
Lots of homework
2.0
4.0
MATH150
Grade: B-
Dec 5, 2023

I had her for MATH 366 and you could tell she was not expecting to teach this class. Nothing was ever graded on time and she barely ever gave feedback when you finally got your grade back. I am not great at math in general, but her disorganization made the class extremely stressful. She does give extra credit quizzes though.

Tough grader
EXTRA CREDIT
1.0
4.0
MATH150
Grade: C+
Dec 11, 2023

She makes the the tests way harder than the quizzes/homework/notes. I feel like she deliberately tries to make you fail the class. Disregard all of these reviews they are lying to you and want you to fail.

Test heavy
Graded by few things
5.0
4.0
MATH150
Grade: A
Dec 14, 2023
Would take again

Great lectures, tried to make the content as easy to understand as possible. Unfortunate she had lectures at HELD, which the room can make anyone fall asleep regardless of class. HW never took more than two hours, TA I had was excellent at his job and made learning sympy bearable. Exams were difficult, but if you did your work you should do fine.

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Test heavy
5.0
2.0
MATH151
Grade: A
Dec 30, 2023
Would take again

She made lectures extremely digestible. Notes were also super neat and worked out on OneNote. Exams are common, so study past exams. Very nice person and patient during office hours when explaining the material. Would definitely recommend.

Amazing lectures
Caring
Respected
3.0
3.0
MATH150
Grade: C
Jan 3, 2024

Lectures go really fast and I didn't love how she explained things, very up to you and your work ethic to do well in this class.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
4.0
3.0
MATH150
Grade: B
Jan 10, 2024
Would take again

She's a good professor. There would be times that she would cover things quick, but I think that's just because of the nature of the course. She broke topics down in way that was easier to understand, and she never minded answering questions.

Clear grading criteria
Lots of homework
Respected
5.0
2.0
MATH150
Grade: A
Jan 17, 2024
Would take again

The best prof at the school tbh. Had fun and engaging lectures, was extremely accessible by email, graded nicely, and had all the information needed for success posted. Had tons of review which came in clutch during finals season. Her office hours were nice too and she really took the time to engage with the students that came. GOAT

Amazing lectures
Caring
Accessible outside class
5.0
1.0
MATH150
Grade: A-
Apr 19, 2024
Would take again

Professor Foran was an amazing professor. Her lectures were engaging and she cares about her students understanding the material well. She is phenomenal in her explanations and the tests are very manageable. No real issues in this class with her or her teaching besides the content of pre calc that can get difficult. Know unit circle!

Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
Caring
5.0
4.0
CALC151
Grade: B+
May 9, 2024
Would take again

She may be the best math teacher I've ever had. Explanations are concise, and the lectures are exactly what you need for the homework. The tests are a huge part of the grade, but that is the Math departments doing not her. If you have the choice, always pick her!

Amazing lectures
Lots of homework
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
MATH151
Grade: A
May 10, 2024
Would take again

The GOAT of all math profs. Does a fantastic job at explaining the problems and she's very accessible outside of class. Her exams aren't too difficult but they do require you to study for them. Homework's are easy and can be completed fairly quickly. Overall the best prof I've ever had.

Hilarious
Caring
Accessible outside class
5.0
4.0
MATH151
Grade: B
Jul 12, 2024
Would take again

Dr. Foran is very caring. Her lectures are quite easy to understand. The test and quizzes can be difficult, and make up a large portion of your grade. Have come to the conclusion it is pretty hard to get an A in a math class after taking her twice. She seemed very accessible outside and in class willing to discuss anything we seemed to struggle on.

Lots of homework
Respected
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
MATH151
Grade: B
Jul 30, 2024
Would take again

Dr. Foran was a great professor for the 2 semesters I had her. I had her for Math 150 & 151. Her lectures were very helpful to me and the blank notes she provides and fills out during class helped me a lot as well. I would definitely take another of her classes again.

Accessible outside class
5.0
4.0
MATH151
Grade: C
Oct 30, 2024
Would take again

One of the better math profs, but she is exam heavy. Please go to offices hours you you need help it is the only reason I passed, she is super helpful. Study up for the exams and quizzes though, they are harder than the homework.

Test heavy
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
MATH365
Grade: B+
Nov 19, 2024
Would take again

Easy class, lecture heavy with homework after each lesson. A few major assignments here and there. 3 exams with extra credit available on them. Slow grader. Spontaneous IClickers for attendance purposes worth 1 point. Very nice professor who is always available after class or during office hours. Show up to class and you won't fail.

Clear grading criteria
Lots of homework
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
MATH151
Grade: B
Dec 9, 2024
Would take again

very sweet and approachable professor. she was always patient with questions and organizes notes very well for you to use later on. a fairly difficult course so as much of a grat professor she is, getting a good grade is in your hands

5.0
2.0
MATH365
Grade: A
Jan 6, 2025
Would take again

TAKE HER!!! Foran is super funny and caring. She would answer any question and help clear up any confusion. She is super approachable and doesn't make you feel bad for not understanding something. This was the only class I enjoyed going too.

Gives good feedback
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
3.0
MATH151
Grade: B+
Feb 14, 2025
Would take again

Professor Foran makes lectures easy to understand. The homework and exams are challenging but manageable with diligent practice. I found unstuck study and the professor's office hours very helpful.

4.0
3.0
MATH151
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 15, 2025
Would take again

Dr. Foran posts all her notes online after class; however, there are no Zoom recordings, so attendance is important if you want to hear her explain each concept. There were three night exams, and each was very difficult if you didn't study frequently. Easy to pass the class if you do all the Python labs and stay attentive for the quizzes.

Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
MATH151
Grade: A-
Apr 16, 2025
Would take again

she is an amazing Professor! She actually made me want to get up and go to class in the morning to learn math. She is funny, and never dismisses questions you have.

Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
Caring
5.0
3.0
MATH151
Grade: B
Apr 18, 2025
Would take again

Great Professor, especially for math. She gives good lectures and the notes are recorded live on a class notebook in Teams/OneNote. But most of all she is great for questions before, during, after, and outside of class. Super helpful and personable, easily can bump up your grade by a letter just with her teaching style.

Gives good feedback
Caring
Accessible outside class
5.0
2.0
MATH151
Grade: A
Apr 29, 2025
Would take again

She was the best professor I could have asked for. She explained everything wonderfully and made it easy to understand. She also made her class fun and made me want to go to her class. Would 100% recommend that you take her class.

Amazing lectures
Hilarious
Caring
1.0
4.0
MASC351
Grade: B+
May 2, 2025

I don't know why she gets so many good reviews. She's a terrible professor who hardly ever responded to emails. I would ask her questions and she would never respond either. Most of the questions in office hours were also shrugged off. DO NOT TAKE HER

Tough grader
Participation matters
Lots of homework
5.0
4.0
MATH151
Grade: B
May 7, 2025
Would take again

Made me enjoy going to lectures. She was easy to understand and enjoyable to listen to. 100% would take her again.

Amazing lectures
Lots of homework
Respected
3.0
3.0
MATH151
Grade: C
May 20, 2025
Would take again

I liked Dr. Foran. Shes really nice, I understood her lectures and made it really clear to understand.

Clear grading criteria
Respected
5.0
2.0
MATH151
Grade: A
Jul 28, 2025
Would take again

W prof for realz, completely changed my perspective on math in general cause she teaches in a way that's useful to the average human being who is not a genius wish she taught calc 2 as well though

Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
3.0
MATH151
Grade: A+
Oct 9, 2025
Would take again

Foran is a very outspoken and extroverted professor. She loves participation, though it doesn't count for extra credit, she gives a lot of feedback on questions in lectures, and she is very transparent on any issues or heads ups through her emails.

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Accessible outside class
2.0
3.0
MATH365
Grade: C
Nov 14, 2025

She is a very nice lady but she is beyond disorganized which is difficult for a math class. Unresponsive and does not respond to emails. She will give homework at random times with no heads up with the due date ranging from the next day to a week later. Also does not provide helpful resources before exams and usually has the wrong thing posted.

5.0
2.0
MATH150
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 18, 2025
Would take again

if i could have her teach me all of my calculuses i would. she is super sweet and knows her stuff. homework actually helps if you do it and if you don't it won't tank your grade. tests are hard though so beware

Amazing lectures
Caring
Respected
5.0
4.0
MATH150
Grade: B+
Nov 20, 2025
Would take again

Dr. Foran explains things thoroughly and the WHY behind math, which as a non-math person really helps. She's also a very personal professor. There's two or three short homeworks a week, but the exams really determine your grade.

Amazing lectures
Test heavy
3.0
4.0
MATH150
Grade: B
Nov 24, 2025

Cares about math, but seems very indifferent about actually teaching. Lots of practice problems, but not a lot of explanation of concepts. Uses lecture sheets that have concepts, but skips over them in class, so you either need a tablet or a physical copy to follow along with the lectures. Uses iClicker for participation. No curves.

Tough grader
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
MATH150
Grade: A-
Dec 2, 2025
Would take again

She's a pretty funny professor and is very helpful. Recitation is half weekly quizzes and python labs. Lab is all lecture and exams, with 3-4 homework assignments a week. Overall not too hard if you use your resources and put effort into learning the material.

Tough grader
Hilarious
Lecture heavy
3.0
4.0
MATH365
Grade: C-
Dec 3, 2025

If you struggle with math I would not recommend. She does not curve/ offer extra credit. 4 examsno review. Will teach new topics the class before an exam. Randomly assigned homework or major assignments. Taught material like you already have a clear understanding of it and struggles to explain the why behind it or break it down. Nice person though

Tough grader
Lots of homework
1.0
5.0
MATH365
Grade: C
Dec 9, 2025

Honestly, if you take this class with her, good luck! She takes forever to grade anything, she gives random homeoworks the day before an exam. She did not even grade exam three til two days before the final. So unorganized it insane. She nice but does not teach she tells.

Tough grader
Test heavy
2.0
5.0
MATH365
Grade: C-
Dec 11, 2025

Sets you up for failure. She seems like she may be a good professor for her other classes but do not take her for 365. Does not prepare you, will not post any study material before exams and gives you problems you've never seen before on graded assignments, especially tests. If you take her for 365... Pray for your GPA.

2.0
5.0
MATH365
Grade: C
Dec 12, 2025

Dr.Foran is a very nice and she isn't a bad teacher, however her class feels pretty much impossible. There has only been 1 exam where the average is higher than a 60 and she offers no extra credit. Attendance is required but she only took it like 3 times, and exams are worth 70%ish of you grade! She isn't the worst but you probably will struggle.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
2.0
5.0
MATH365
Grade: C
Dec 12, 2025

If you want to cry yourself to sleep every night definitely take her! In all honesty she's a very nice person but she should not teach Math 365.

Graded by few things
1.0
5.0
MATH150
Grade: C-
Dec 16, 2025

Looked online before taking her class and saw the high reviews. However, actually being in the class was completely different. The professor was the most uninterested and the least passionate professor I have ever had. She never responds to emails and just copies off of notes every lecture. You could learn better off of youtube or by yourself.

Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
MATH150
Grade: D+
Dec 16, 2025

Dr. Foran is very knowledgeable. The problem is, she just doesn't do a great job passing that knowledge onto us. She simply works out problems without explaining hardly anything, so if you don't have prior knowledge or misunderstand her at first, good luck. She also never responds to emails; I once went an entire month without a response.

Test heavy
5.0
2.0
CALC151
Grade: A
Dec 17, 2025
Would take again

Professor Foran is probably one of the best math professors I've ever had. She explains topics on a conceptual level that is easy to understand which makes the course a breeze. If you have her as a professor enjoy this class because there isn't many professors that teach like her!

Amazing lectures
Caring
Test heavy
4.0
3.0
MATH150
Grade: C
Dec 23, 2025
Would take again

There are weekly quizzes in this class, and if you don't do well on them your grade will suffer. There weren't any extra credit opportunities until the final. The professor was really sweet and she took the time during her office hour to explain where I went wrong in my steps and gave me tips on how to avoid making the same mistakes.

Gives good feedback
Caring
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
MATH365
Grade: D
Dec 23, 2025

Do not take her for math 365! Had 9 missing grades including an exam up until the final. Never responded to emails, always acted rushed like you were bothering her. Condescending and expects you to already know the content. Very vague and unhelpful. No curve, extra credit or rounding.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
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